2008 Honda Civic Sedan Owners Manual

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Front

CUSHION

Rear Center Position

CUSHION

LEG

LEGS

RELEASE BUTTON

SEAT-BACK

AdjustingtheHeadRestraint The head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust a restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it while driving. To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, push the release button sideways, and push the restraint down.

SEAT-BACK

RELEASE BUTTON

When a passenger is seated in the rear center seating position, the center head restraint should be adjusted up or down, to match the passenger’s height.

Seats

RemovingtheHeadRestraint To remove a head restraint for cleaning or repair, pull it up as far as it will go. Push the release button, then pull the restraint out of the seat- back.

Failure to reinstall the head restraints can result in severe injury during a crash.

Always replace the head restraints before driving.

When reinstalling a head restraint, put the legs back in place. Then adjust it to the appropriate height while pressing the release button.

Make sure the head restraint locks in position when you reinstall it.

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Seats

ActiveHeadRestraints

against whiplash and injuries to the neck and upper spine.

For a head restraint system to work properly:

After a collision, the activated restraint should return to its normal position.

Do not hang any items on the head restraints, or from the restraint legs.

If the restraints do not return to their normal position, or in the event of a severe collision, have the vehicle inspected by a Honda dealer.

Do not place any object between an occupant and the seat-back.

Install each restraint in its proper location.

Only use genuine Honda replacement head restraints.

The driver’s and front passenger’s seats have active head restraints. If the vehicle is struck severely from the rear, the occupant properly secured with the seat belt will be pushed against the seat-back and the head restraint will automatically move forward.

This reduces the distance between the restraint and the occupant’s head. It also helps protect the occupants

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Armrest

On EX, EX-L, Si, and Canadian LX models, the rear seat armrest is in the center of the rear seat. Pivot it down to use it.

Folding Rear Seat

Seats

OnallmodelsexceptDX To use the console lid as an armrest, slide it to one of its three positions.

The back of the rear seat folds down, giving you direct access to the trunk. The seat-back is released from inside the trunk.

OnDX,U.S.LX,andCanadianDX-G models The seat-back can be folded down as one piece.

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Seats

GUIDE

OnEX,EX-L,Si,andCanadianLX models The left and right seat-backs can be folded separately from inside the trunk.

CENTER SHOULDER BELT

Pull

RELEASE

When storing cargo, you can move the rear center shoulder belt out of the way by removing the belt from the guide.

To release the seat-back, pull the release under the trunk panel. Push the seat-back down, then let go of the release.

To lock the seat-back upright, push it firmly against the trunk panel. Make sure it is latched in place by pulling on the top of the seat.

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Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press against the front passenger’s seat, as this could cause the weight sensors to work improperly.

Make sure all rear shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seat- back, and the center shoulder belt is re-positioned in the guide whenever the seat-back is in its upright position. Be sure there are no twists in any shoulder belt.

Do not put any heavy items on the seat-back when it is folded down.

Make sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening into the back seat, are secured. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard. See 191

Carrying Cargo

on page

Never drive with the seat-back folded down and the trunk lid open. See on page

Carbon Monoxide Hazard 51

Seats

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Seat Heaters

Passenger’s Seat

HEATERS

Driver’s Seat

OnEX-Lmodel Both front seats are equipped with seat heaters. The passenger seat is only heated in the seat bottom because of the side airbag cutoff system.

SEAT HEATER SWITCHES

The ignition switch must be in the ON (II) position to use seat heaters. Push the top of the switch, HI, to rapidly heat up the seat. After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing the bottom of the switch. This will keep the seat warm.

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In the HI setting, the heater turns off when the seat gets warm, and turns back on after the seat’s temperature drops.

In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously. It does not cycle with temperature changes.

Follow these precautions whenever you use the seat heaters:

Use the HI setting only to heat the seats quickly, because it draws large amounts of current from the battery.

If the engine is left idling for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters, even on the LO setting. It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting.

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Power Windows

DRIVER’S WINDOW SWITCH

MAIN SWITCH

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position to raise or lower any window. To open a window, push the switch down and hold it. Release the switch when you want the window to stop. Pull back on the switch and hold it to close the window.

The windows will operate for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch. Opening either front door cancels this function.

Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them.

If the MAIN switch is OFF, the passenger windows cannot be raised or lowered. Keep the MAIN switch off when you have children in the vehicle so they do not injure themselves by operating the windows unintentionally.

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To open or close the

ExceptDXandCanadianDX-G AUTO driver’s window, push or pull the window switch firmly down or up to the second detent, and release it. The window will automatically go down or up all the way. To stop the window, pull or push the window switch briefly.

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ExceptDXandCanadianDX-G AUTO REVERSE If the driver’s window senses any obstacle while it is closing automatically, it will reverse direction, and then stop. To close the window, remove the obstacle, then use the window switch again.

Auto reverse stops sensing when the window is almost closed. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the window before closing it.

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Moonroof Ifequipped Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before operating the moonroof switch on the ceiling console.

To open the moonroof fully, pull back the moonroof switch firmly. The moonroof opens all the way. To stop the moonroof from opening fully, briefly move the switch in either direction.

To tilt the moonroof, push the center of the moonroof switch straight up. To stop the moonroof from tilting fully open, push the moonroof switch forward.

MOONROOF SWITCH

Open

Close

Tilt

To open or close the moonroof partially, pull or push the moonroof switch lightly to the first detent and hold it. The moonroof will stop when you release the switch.

Power Windows, Moonroof

If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the driver’s window fuse is removed, the AUTO function will be disabled. To reset the AUTO function after reconnecting the battery or installing the fuse, do this:

1.

2.

Start the engine. Push down and hold the driver’s window switch until the window is fully open.

Pull and hold the driver’s window switch to close the window completely, then hold the switch for about 2 seconds.

If the power windows do not operate properly after resetting, have your vehicle checked by your dealer.

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Moonroof

To close the moonroof fully, push the moonroof switch forward to the second detent, then release it. The moonroof closes all the way. To stop the moonroof from closing all the way, briefly move the switch in either direction.

Opening or closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the moonroof before opening or closing it.

The moonroof has a key-off delay. You can open and close the moonroof for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch. The key-off delay cancels as soon as you open either front door. You must then turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position for the moonroof to operate.

If you try to open the moonroof in below-f reezing temperatures, or when it is covered with snow or ice, you can damage the moonroof panel or motor.

Auto Reverse If the moonroof runs into any obstacle while it is closing automatically, it will reverse direction, and then stop. To close the moonroof, remove the obstacle, then use the moonroof switch again.

Auto reverse stops sensing when the moonroof is almost closed. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the moonroof before closing it.

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Mirrors

TAB

Adjusting the Power Mirrors

SELECTOR SWITCH

ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving.

The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position.

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OnallmodelsexceptU.S.DX

1.

Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position.

2.

Move the selector switch to L (driver’s side) or R (passenger’s side).

3.

4.

Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up, or down.

When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings.

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Heated Mirrors

Parking Brake

HEATED MIRROR BUTTON

PARKING BRAKE LEVER

OnAllEX-L,CanadianLX,EX,andSi models The outside mirrors are heated to remove fog and frost. With the ignition switch in the ON (II) position, turn on the heaters by pressing the button. The indicator in the button comes on as a reminder. Press the button again to turn the heaters off. Pressing this button also turns the rear window defogger on and off.

To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake indicator on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released (see page

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Mirrors, Parking Brake

Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on.

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Interior Lights

Ceiling Light

DOOR ACTIVATED

ON

OFF

The ceiling light has a three-position switch; ON (right), Door Activated, and OFF (left). In the Door Activated (center) position, the light comes on when you:

Open any door. Remove the key from the ignition. Unlock the doors with the key or the remote transmitter.

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After all doors are closed tightly, the light(s) dims slightly, then fades out in about 30 seconds.

If you do not open any door after you unlock the driver’s door or remove the key from the ignition switch, the light(s) fades out in about 30
seconds.

If you leave any door open without the key in the ignition switch, the ceiling light(s) will go off after 3
minutes.

SWITCHES

OFF

DOOR ACTIVATED

Onmodelswithmoonroof The front ceiling light has a two- position switch; Door Activated and OFF.

Spotlights Onmodelswithmoonroof The front ceiling light has two spotlights. Push the spotlight lenses to turn them on and off.

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Interior Lights, Interior Convenience Items

Interior Convenience Items

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

CENTER POCKET

COAT HOOK

COIN BOX

VANITY MIRROR

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

OnallLXmodels,andEXandEX-L modelswithoutmoonroof Push on the spotlight lenses to turn the light on and off.

BEVERAGE HOLDERS ＊

If equipped

BEVERAGE HOLDERS

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ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET ＊

GLOVE BOX

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Interior Convenience Items

Beverage Holders Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers. Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior.

Open the front beverage holder by sliding its cover backward. The rear seat also has a beverage holder in the center armrest. To use it, pivot the armrest down.

Accessory Power Socket This socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10
amps). It will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element.

To use an accessory power socket, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.

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The EX, EX-L, and Si models have another accessory power socket in the center console compartment. When more than one socket is being used, the combined power rating of the accessories should be 120 watts or less (10 amps).

Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the handle to the left. Close it with a firm push.

An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt.

Always keep the glove box closed while driving.

Console Compartment

LEVER

ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET

CONSOLE COMPARTMENT

Ifequipped To open the console compartment, pull up on the lever, and lift the lid.

To close, lower the lid, and push it down until it latches.

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The heating and air conditioning system in your vehicle provides a comfortable driving environment in all weather conditions.

The standard audio system has many features. This section describes those features and how to use them. (If you have an optional audio system, refer to the operating instructions that came with it.)

AllmodelsexceptU.S.DX Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to enable it.

AllU.S.modelsexceptDX The security system helps to dis- courage vandalism and theft of your vehicle.

Using the A/C

Vents, Heating, and A/C

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Audio System Audio System (Models without

navigation system)

Playing the Radio Playing the XM Satellite

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Radio (Optional)

Playing a Disc Disc Player Error Messages

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Audio System (Models with

navigation system)

Playing the AM/FM Radio Playing the XM Satellite

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Radio

Playing a Disc Disc Player Error Messages Playing a PC Card PC Card Error Messages

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AM/FM Radio Reception Protecting Your Discs Remote Audio Controls Auxiliary Input Jack Radio Theft Protection Setting the Clock Security System

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Features

Cruise Control

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Vents, Heating, and A/C

Fan Control Dial Turn the dial clockwise to increase the fan speed and airflow. Turn the dial counterclockwise to decrease it.

Temperature Control Dial Turning this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the airflow.

Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Ifequipped This button turns the air conditioning on and off. The indicator in the button is on when the A/C is on.

Recirculation Button When the recirculation indicator is on, air from the vehicle’s interior is sent throughout the system again. When the indicator is off, air is brought in from the outside of the vehicle (fresh air mode).

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FAN CONTROL DIAL

TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL

MODE BUTTONS

REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON

(If equipped)

(All EX-L, Canadian LX, EX, and Si models)

MAX A/C BUTTON

RECIRCULATION BUTTON

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The outside air intakes for the heating and cooling system are at the base of the windshield. Keep this area clear of leaves and other debris.

The system should be left in fresh air mode under almost all conditions. Keeping the system in recirculation mode, particularly with the A/C off, can cause the windows to fog up.

Switch to recirculation mode when driving through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to fresh air mode.

Rear Window Defogger Button This button turns the rear window defogger off and on (see page

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).

Mode Control Use the mode control buttons to select the vents air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner vents in all modes.

Air flows from the center and corner vents in the dashboard.

Airflow is divided between the vents in the dashboard and the floor vents.

Air flows from the floor

vents. When you select system automatically switches to fresh air mode.

, the

Airflow is divided between

the floor vents and defroster vents at the base of the windshield.

Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield.

When you select the system automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C (if equipped).

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Vents, Heating, and A/C

MAX A/C Button Ifequipped The system automatically turns on the A/C, selects , and switches to recirculation mode. Each indicator in the button is on when the MAX A/C is turned on.

Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system draws in outside air, circulates it through the interior, then exhausts it through vents near the rear side panels.

1.

2. 3. 4.

Set the temperature to the lower limit. Make sure the A/C is off. Select Set the fan to the desired speed.

and fresh air mode.

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Vents, Heating, and A/C

Using the Heater The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system.

to maximum cool. Select If the outside air is humid, select recirculation mode. If the outside air is dry, select fresh air mode. Set the fan to the desired speed.

3. 4.

5.

you can

Iftheinteriorisverywarm, cool it down more rapidly by partially opening the windows, turning on the A/C, and setting the fan to maximum speed in fresh air mode.

To cool the interior with MAX A/C: 1. Set the fan to the desired speed. Select MAX A/C. 2. The system automatically turns on the A/C, selects switches to recirculation mode. Make sure the temperature is set to maximum cool.

, and

3.

1. 2. 3.

Select Set the fan to the desired speed. Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control dial.

Using the A/C Ifequipped Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 67
turn off the A/C until the gauge reading returns to normal.

). If it moves near the red zone,

1.

2.

Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. The indicator in the button comes on when a fan speed is selected. Make sure the temperature is set

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Dehumidify the Interior Air conditioning, as it cools, removes moisture from the air. When used in combination with the heater, it makes the interior warm and dry and can prevent the windows from fogging up.

1. 2.

3. 4.

Turn the fan on. If the A/C is off, turn it on (if equipped). Select Adjust the temperature to your preference.

and fresh air mode.

This setting is suitable for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C).

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To Defog and Defrost To remove fog from the inside of the windows:

1.

2.

3.

4.

5.

Set the fan to the desired speed, or high for faster defrosting. Select

. When you select

, the system automatically

switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C (if equipped). The A/C indicator will not come on, if it was previously off. Adjust the temperature so the airflow feels warm. Select rear window. To increase airflow to the windshield, close the corner vents.

to help clear the

When you switch to

, from , the A/C stays on.

or

This helps prevent the windows from rapidly fogging up when the air is suddenly routed away from the windshield. If you want to turn the A/C off, press and release the A/C button twice. The indicator in the button comes on and then goes off.

To Remove Exterior Frost or Ice From the Windows 1.

. When you select

Select

, the system automatically

switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A/C (if equipped). The A/C indicator will not come on, if it was previously off. Select Set the fan and temperature controls to maximum level.

2. 3.

Vents, Heating, and A/C

To clear the windows faster, you can close the dashboard corner vents by rotating the wheel next to each vent. This sends more warm air to the windshield defroster vents. Once the windshield is clear, select fresh air mode to avoid fogging the windows.

For your safety, make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving.

To Turn Everything Off Turning the fan speed control dial all the way to the left shuts the system off.

Keep the system off for short periods only.

To keep stale air and mustiness from collecting, you should have the fan running at all times.

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Audio System

An audio system is standard on all models except the U.S. DX. Read the appropriate pages (as shown below) to use your vehicle’s audio system.

For vehicles without navigation through system, see pages

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Models without navigation system All models except Si

For vehicles with navigation system, see pages

through

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165

If your vehicle has a different audio system, refer to its manual for operating instructions.

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Si model

Models with navigation system U.S. EX, EX-L, and Si models

Audio System

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Audio System (Models without navigation system)

Simodelonly Your audio system shows a welcome message on the display when you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. You can see a message ‘‘WELCOME’’ on the display when your vehicle was new.

You can also customize this welcome message to your liking with the audio controls.

To Customize a Message You can set up to about 16
characters on the display.

To select a character:

1.

Make sure the audio system is off.

2.

Push and hold the TUNE knob, then push the power/volume knob on the audio control panel. You will see the first letter blinking.

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POWER/VOLUME KNOB

TUNE KNOB

SEEK BUTTON

3.

Turn the TUNE knob to change a letter.

4.

Push the top of the SEEK button to select the next segment, then turn the TUNE knob to select a letter. Repeat this procedure to set your message.

To change the letter, select the previous segment by pushing the bottom of the SEEK button.

The system will return to the audio display about 5 seconds after you stop selecting a letter.

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Audio System (Models without navigation system)

Playing the Radio

All models except Si

Si model

SCAN BUTTON

AM BUTTON

FM BUTTON

AUTO SELECT BUTTON

AM/FM BUTTON

AUTO SELECT BUTTON

SCAN BUTTON

PWR/VOL KNOB

SEEK BUTTON

PWR/VOL KNOB

SEEK BUTTON

PRESET BUTTONS

TUNE/SOUND KNOB

PRESET BUTTONS

TUNE/SOUND KNOB

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Audio System (Models without navigation system)

The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Turn the system on by pushing the power/volume knob or the AM or FM button (the AM/FM button). Adjust the volume by turning the power/volume knob.

The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the AM/FM button (AM or FM button). On the FM band, ST will be displayed if the station is broadcasting in stereo. Stereo reproduction in AM is not available.

To Select a Station You can use any of five methods to find radio stations on the selected band: tune, seek, scan, the preset buttons, and auto select.

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Use the TUNE knob to

TUNE tune the radio to a desired frequency. Turn the knob right to tune to a higher frequency, or left to tune to a lower frequency.

If you do nothing, the system will then scan for the next strong station and play it for 10 seconds. When it plays a station you want to listen to, press the SCAN button again.

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The SEEK function

SEEK searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal. To activate it, press the side of the SEEK button, then release it.

or

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SCAN The scan function samples all stations with strong signals on the selected band. To activate it, press the SCAN button, then release it. You will see SCAN in the display. The system will scan for a station with a strong signal. When it finds one, it will stop and play that station for about 10 seconds.

Each side of the buttons

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Preset (1 through 6) can store one frequency on AM, and two frequencies on FM.

1.

2.

3.

4.

Select the desired band, AM or FM. FM1 and FM2 let you store twelve stations.

Use the tune, seek, or scan function to tune the radio to a desired station.

Pick a preset number (1
hold it until you hear a beep.

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6), and

Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM.

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AUTO SELECT traveling far from home and can no longer receive your preset stations, you can use the auto select feature to find stations in the local area.

Press the A. SEL button. ‘‘A.SEL’’ flashes in the display, and the system goes into scan mode for several seconds. It stores the frequencies of six AM, and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons.

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You will see a ‘‘0’’ displayed after pressing a preset button if auto select cannot find a strong station for every preset button.

If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as previously described.

Toturnoffautoselect, press the A. SEL (auto select) button. This restores the presets you originally set.

Adjusting the Sound Press the SOUND (TUNE) knob repeatedly to display the bass (BAS), treble (TRE), fader (FAD), balance (BAL), and speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC) settings.

Each mode is shown in the display as it changes. Turn the SOUND (TUNE) knob to adjust the setting to your liking. When the level reaches the center, you will see ‘‘ ’’ in the display. The system will automatically return the display to the selected audio mode about 5
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Treble/Bass BASS modes to adjust the tone to your liking.

Use the TREBLE/

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Balance/Fader modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker. BALANCE adjusts the side-to-side strength, while FADER adjusts the front-to-back strength.

Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control buttons to adjust the illumination of the audio system (see page illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the radio is off.

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Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC) The SVC − mode controls the volume based on vehicle speed. The faster you go, the louder the audio volume becomes. As you slow down, the audio volume decreases.

The SVC has four modes; SVC OFF, SVC LOW, SVC MID, and SVC HIGH. The default setting is MID. Turn the SOUND (TUNE) knob to adjust the setting to your liking. If you feel the sound is too loud, choose low. If you feel the sound is too quiet, choose high.

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Playing the XM Satellite Radio OptionalonU.S.EX,EX-L,andSi models Your audio system is capable of receiving XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the United States, except Hawaii and Alaska.

XM is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio, Inc.

XM satellite radio receives signals from two satellites to produce clear, high-quality digital reception. It offers many channels in several categories. Along with a large selection of different types of music, XM satellite radio allows you to view channel and category selections in the display.

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POWER/VOLUME KNOB

DISPLAY BUTTON

SCAN BUTTON

AUX BUTTON

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PRESET BUTTONS

TUNE KNOB

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MODE channel mode and category mode, press and hold the DISP button until the mode changes. In channel mode, you can select all of the available channels. In category mode, such as Jazz, Rock, Classical, etc., you can select all of the channels within that category. Each time you press and release the DISP button, the display changes in the following sequence: Channel name, channel number, category, artist name, and music title.

Operating the XM Radio To listen to XM radio, turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. Push the power/volume knob to turn on the audio system, and press the ‘‘AUX’’ button. Adjust the volume by turning the knob. The last channel you listened to will show in the display.

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You may experience periods when XM Radio does not transmit the artist’s name and song title information. If this happens, there is nothing wrong with your system.

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Turn the TUNE knob to

TUNE change channel selections. Turn the knob right for higher numbered channels and left for lower numbered channels. In the category mode, you can only select channels within that category.

SEEK/SKIP the SEEK/SKIP button (

or ) to select another category.

Press either side of

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SCAN you a sampling of all channels while in the channel mode. In the category mode, only the channels within that category are scanned. To activate scan, press the SCAN button. The system plays each channel in numerical order for a few seconds, then selects the next channel. When you hear a channel you want to continue listening to, press the button again.

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Preset You can store up to 12
preset channels using each side of the preset button. Each side of the button stores one channel from the XM1 band and one channel from the XM2 band.

To store a channel:

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Press the AUX button. Either XM1
or XM2 will show in the display.

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Use the tune, seek, or scan function to tune to a desired channel.

In category mode, only channels within that category can be selected. In channel mode, all channels can be selected.

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Pick a preset number you want for that channel. Press and hold the button until you hear a beep.

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Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store the first six channels.

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Press the AUX button again. Store the next six channels using steps 2
and 3.

Once a channel is stored, press and release the proper side of the preset button to tune to it.

XM Radio Display Messages

‘‘LOADING’’ audio or program information.

XM is loading the

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The channel

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‘‘UPDATING’’ code is being updated. Wait until the encryption code is fully updated. Channels 0 and 1 should still work normally.

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‘‘NO SIGNAL’’ currently too weak. Move the vehicle to an area away from tall buildings, and with an unobstructed view of the southern horizon.

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The selected channel

‘‘ - - - - ’’ number does not exist, or is not part of your subscription, or this channel has no artist or title information at this time.

Signal may be blocked by mountains or large obstacles to the south.

Signal weaker in these areas.

‘‘ANTENNA’’ There is a problem with the XM antenna. Please consult your dealer.

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SATELLITE

The XM satellites are in orbit over the equator; therefore, objects south of the vehicle may cause satellite reception interruptions. To help compensate for this, ground-based repeaters are placed in major metropolitan areas.

GROUND REPEATER

Satellite signals are more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator. Carrying large items on a roof rack can also block the signal.

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Depending on where you drive, you may experience reception problems. Interference can be caused by any of these conditions:

Driving on the north side of an east/west mountain road. Driving on the north side of a large commercial truck on an east/west road. Driving in tunnels. Driving on a road beside a vertical wall, steep cliff, or hill to the south of you. Driving on the lower level of a multi-tiered road. Driving on a single lane road alongside dense trees taller than 50 ft. (15 m) to the south of you. Large items carried on a roof rack.

There may be other geographic situations that could affect XM radio reception.

AsrequiredbytheFCC: Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

Receiving Satellite Radio Service If your XM Radio service has expired or you purchased your vehicle from a previous owner, you can listen to a sampling of the broadcasts available on XM Satellite Radio. With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, push the power/volume knob to turn on the audio system and press the AUX button. A variety of music types and styles will play.

www.xmradio.com

If you decide to purchase XM satellite radio service, contact XM Radio at 1-800-852-9696. You will need to give them your radio I.D. number and your credit card number. To get your radio I.D. number, turn the TUNE

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knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display. Your I.D. will appear in the display.

After you’ve registered with XM Radio, keep your audio system in the satellite radio mode while you wait for activation. This should take about 30 minutes.

While waiting for activation, make sure your vehicle remains in an open area with good reception. Once your audio system is activated, you’ll be able to listen to XM radio broadcasts. XM Radio will continue to send an activation signal to your vehicle for at least 12 hours from the activation request. If the service has not been activated after 36 hours, contact XM Radio.

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Playing a Disc

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EJECT BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON

CD BUTTON

LOAD INDICATOR

CD BUTTON

LOAD INDICATOR

RANDOM BUTTON

DISPLAY BUTTON

EJECT BUTTON

REPEAT BUTTON

RANDOM BUTTON

DISPLAY BUTTON

SCAN BUTTON

SCAN BUTTON

SEEK/SKIP BUTTON

SEEK/SKIP BUTTON

PWR/VOL KNOB

FOLDER KNOB

PWR/VOL KNOB

FOLDER KNOB

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To Play a Disc To load or play discs, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.

You operate the disc player with the same controls used for the radio. To select the disc player, press the CD button. You will see ‘‘CD’’ in the display.

Do not use discs with adhesive labels. The label can curl up and cause the disc to jam in the unit.

This audio system can also play CD-Rs and CD-RWs compressed in MP3 or WMA formats. When playing a disc in MP3, you will see ‘‘MP3’’ in the display. In WMA format, ‘‘WMA’’ will appear in the display. You can select up to 99
folders, or up to 255 tracks/files.

NOTE: If a file on an MP3 or WMA disc is protected by digital rights management (DRM), the audio unit displays FORMAT, and then skips to the next file.

Video CDs and DVD discs do not work in this unit.

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Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz (MPEG1) 24/22.05/16 kHz (MPEG2) Bit rate: 32/40/48/56/64/80/96/112/128/ 160/192/224/256/320 kbps (MPEG1) 8/16/24/32/40/48/56/64/80/96/ 112/128/160 kbps (MPEG2) Compatible with variable bit rate and multi-session Maximum layers (including ROOT): 8 layers

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Bit rate: 48/64/80/96/128/160/192 kbps Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz Compatible with variable bit rate and multi-session Maximum layers (including ROOT): 8 layers

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ToLoadaDisc Insert a disc about halfway into the disc slot. The drive will pull the disc in the rest of the way to play it. You operate the disc player with the same controls used for the radio. The number of the current track and the elapsed time are shown in the display. When playing a disc in MP3
or WMA, the numbers of the current folder and file, and the elapsed time are shown. The system will continuously play a disc until you change modes.

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the display. Press and hold the DISP button until the next 16 characters are shown.

You will also see some text data under these conditions:

When a new folder, file, or track is selected.

When you change the audio mode to play a disc with text data or in MP3 or WMA.

When you insert a disc, and the system begins to play.

When playing a CD-DA with text data, the album and track name are shown in the display. With a disc in MP3 or WMA, the display shows the folder and file name.

You cannot load and play 3-inch (8-cm) discs in this system.

TextDataDisplayFunction Each time you press the DISP button, the display shows you the text data on a disc, if the disc was recorded with text data.

You can see the album, artist, and track name in the display. If a disc is recorded in MP3 or WMA, you can see the folder and file name, and the album, artist, and track tag.

With the folder name, you will see the FOLDER indicator in the display. The TRACK indicator is shown with the file or track name.

The display shows up to about 16
characters of selected text data (the folder name, file name, etc.). If the text data has more than 16
characters, you will see the first 15
indicator in characters and the

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ToChangeorSelectTracks/Files Use the SEEK/SKIP button while a disc is playing to select passages and change tracks (files in MP3/WMA mode).

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SEEK/SKIP press and release the side of the SEEK/SKIP button, the player skips forward to the beginning of the next track (file in MP3 or WMA mode). Press and release the

side to skip backward to the

beginning of the current track. Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous track.

To move rapidly within a track, press and hold the or side of the SEEK/SKIP button.

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InMP3orWMAmode FOLDER SELECTION To select a different folder, turn the TUNE knob to move to the beginning of the next folder. Turn the knob to the right to skip to the next folder, and to the left to move to the beginning of the current folder. Turn it again to skip to the beginning of the previous folder. Turning the TUNE knob more than one click skips several folders at a time.

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REPEAT (TRACK/FILE REPEAT) To continuously replay a track (files in MP3 or WMA mode), press and release the RPT button. You will see RPT in the display. Press and hold the RPT button for 2
seconds to turn it off.

InMP3orWMAmode FOLDER-REPEAT when activated, replays all files on the selected folder in the order they are compressed. To activate folder