2012 Honda Civic Sedan Owners Manual

Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 ℓ)

■ Light Bulbs Headlights (Low Beam) Headlights (High Beam) Fog Lights Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights Brake/Taillights Back-Up Lights Rear Turn Signal Lights Rear Side Marker Lights High-Mount Brake Light Rear License Plate Light Trunk Light Interior Lights

51W (HB4) 60W (HB3) 55W (H11)

28/8W

21/5W 21W 21W (Amber) 3CP LED 5W 5W

Map Lights Ceiling Light

8W 8W

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2.4 ℓ engine models ■ Vehicle Specifications Model No. of Passengers: Front Rear Total Weights: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gross Axle Weight Rating (Front)

U.S.: 3,924 lbs (1,780 kg) Canada: 1,780 kg

U.S.: 2,116 lbs (960 kg) Canada: 960 kg

Gross Axle Weight Rating (Rear)

Air Conditioning: Refrigerant Type Charge Quantity Lubricant Type

U.S.: 1,830 lbs (830 kg) Canada: 830 kg

HFC-134a (R-134a) 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g) SP-10

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■ Brake/Clutch Fluid Specified ■ Manual Transmission Fluid Specified Capacity

Honda Manual Transmission Fluid Change

Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

2.0 US qt (1.9 ℓ)

■ Engine Oil

Capacity

Recommended

4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)

·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil Change Change including filter ■ Engine Coolant Specified Ratio

Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
50/50 with distilled water 1.45 US gal (5.5 ℓ) (change including the remaining 0.125 US gal (0.475 ℓ) in the reserve tank)

4.4 US qt (4.2 ℓ)

Capacity

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■ Tire

Regular

Compact Spare

Wheel Size

Size

Pressure psi(kPa[kgf/cm2]) Size Pressure psi(kPa[kgf/cm2]) Regular Compact Spare

P215/45R17 87V 215/45ZR17 91W*1

32 (220 [2.2])

T135/80D16 101M

60 (420 [4.2])

17 x 7J 16 x 4T

*1: Optional for U.S. models (summer tires)

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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Your vehicle has a 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) used to register your vehicle for warranty purposes, and for licensing and insuring your vehicle. See the image below for the VIN locations.

Engine Number and Transmission Number See the image below for the locations of your vehicle's engine number and transmission number.

Vehicle Identification Number

1.8 ℓ engine models Engine Number

Manual Transmission Number

Automatic Transmission Number

2.4 ℓ engine models

Engine Number

Manual Transmission Number

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Certification Label/ Vehicle Identification Number

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Devices that Emit Radio Waves

The following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in operation.

Audio System Bluetooth® Audio Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® Immobilizer System Remote Transmitter Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S. models only)

Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required standards of FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada Standard, described below:

As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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In the U.S. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co., Inc. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc. To contact NHTSA: You may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236
go to or write to: Administrator, NHTSA,

http://www.safercar.gov;

(TTY: 1-800-424-9153);

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., W ash ington, DC 20590

You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from

http://www.safercar.gov

In Canada If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Honda Canada Inc. and you may also inform Transport Canada.

If Transport Canada receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may lead to a recall and remedy campaign. However, Transport Canada cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Honda Canada Inc.

To contact Transport Canada’s Defect Investigations and Recalls Division, you may call 1-800-333-0510. For more information on reporting safety defects or about motor vehicle safety, go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety

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Emissions Testing

Testing of Readiness Codes Your vehicle uses "readiness codes," as part of its onboard self diagnostic system. Some states refer to these codes during testing to see if your vehicle's emissions components are working properly.

The codes may not be read if you go through the testing just after the battery has gone dead or been disconnected.

To check if they are set, turn the ignition switch to ON (w, without starting the engine. The malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it then goes off, the readiness codes are set. If it blinks five times, the readiness codes are not set.

If you are required to have your vehicle tested before the readiness codes are ready, prepare the vehicle for retesting by doing the following:

1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.

2. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.

3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).

4. Start the engine without touching the accelerator pedal, and let it idle for 20

seconds.

5. Keep the vehicle in (P (automatic transmission) or (N (manual transmission). Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there for about 3 minutes.

6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.

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1Testing of Readiness Codes

The readiness codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions.

If a testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you may be requested to return at a later date to complete the test.

If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see a dealer.

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7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway in (D (automatic) or 5th (manual). Do not use cruise control. When traffic allows, drive for 90 seconds without moving the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds).

8. Drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions

allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal.

9. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.

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Warranty Coverages

■ U.S. Owners Your new vehicle is covered by these warranties:

New Vehicle Limited Warranty – covers your new vehicle, except for the emissions control systems and accessories, against defects in materials and workmanship.

Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance Warranty – these two warranties cover your vehicle’s emissions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read your warranty booklet for exact information.

Seat Belt Limited Warranty – a seat belt that fails to function properly is covered by a limited warranty. Please read your warranty booklet for details.

Rust Perforation Limited Warranty – all exterior body panels are covered for rust-through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit.

Accessory Limited Warranty – Honda accessories are covered under this warranty. Time and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors. Please read your warranty booklet for details.

Replacement Parts Limited Warranty – covers all Honda replacement parts against defects in materials and workmanship.

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Replacement Battery Limited Warranty – provides prorated coverage for a replacement battery purchased from a dealer.

Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.

Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 2012 Honda warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on warranty coverages. Your vehicle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet.

■ Canadian Owners Please refer to the 2012 warranty manual that came with your vehicle.

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2012 Civic Sedan1Authorized Manuals

For Canadian Owners: Si vous avez besoin d'un Manuel du Conducteur en français, veuillez demander à votre concessionnaire de commander le numéro de pièce 33TR3C00

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Authorized Manuals

■ Service Express For electronic copies of service publications, you can purchase a subscription to Service Express. Visit www.techinfo.honda.com for pricing and options.

■ For U.S. Owners: The publications listed below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order a manual by phone at (800) 782-4356 (credit card orders only), or online at www.helminc.com.

Make an inquiry to Helm Inc. at (800) 782-4356 if you are interested in ordering other models' or other years' manuals.

Publication Form Number

31TR3600

31TR3800

31TR3M00
31TR3A00
31TR3B00
31TR3C00

31TR3D00

HON-R

Form Description

2012 Honda Civic 4-Door Owner’s Manual

2012 Honda Civic Navigation

System Owner’s Manual

2012 Honda Civic Service History

2012 Honda Civic 4-Door Technology Reference Guide (DX) 2012 Honda Civic 4-Door Technology Reference Guide (LX/HF) 2012 Honda Civic 4-Door Technology Reference Guide (EX/EX-L/Si)

2012 Honda Civic 4-Door Technology Reference Guide

(EX/EX-L/Si with Navigation)

Order Form for Previous Years- Indicate Year and Model Desired

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Honda dealership personnel are trained professionals.

1Customer Service Information

They should be able to answer all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership's service manager or general manager. If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership's management, contact Honda Customer Services.

U.S. Owners: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Honda Automobile Customer Services Mail Stop 500-2N-7A 1919 Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Tel: (800) 999-1009

Canadian Owners: Honda Canada Inc. Customer Relations 180 Honda Boulevard Markham, ON L6C 0H9
Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9
Fax: 1-877-939-0909
E-mail: [email protected]

When you call or write, please give us the following information: • Vehicle Identification Number

2 Vehicle Identification Number P. 328

• Date of purchase • Odometer reading of your vehicle • Your name, address, and telephone number • A detailed description of the problem • Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you

In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands: Bella International P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: (787) 620-7546

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A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 231
Accessories and Modifications ................ 238
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 137
Additives

Coolant .................................................. 261
Engine Oil ............................................... 254
Washer ................................................... 267
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 254
Adjusting

Armrest .................................................. 133
Front Seats.............................................. 126
Head Restraints....................................... 129
Mirrors.................................................... 125
Rear Seats............................................... 132
Steering Wheel ....................................... 124
Temperature ............................................. 85

Air Conditioning System (Heating and Cooling System)...................................... 140
Cooling................................................... 142
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 142
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 291
Heating................................................... 141
Air Pressure .............................. 281, 325, 327
Airbags ....................................................... 35
Advanced Airbags..................................... 41
After a Collision ........................................ 39
Airbag Care .............................................. 49
Event Data Recorder ................................. 21
Front Airbags (SRS) ................................... 38

Indicator........................................ 46, 69, 73
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 47
Sensors...................................................... 35
Side Airbag Cutoff System......................... 44
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 48
Side Airbags .............................................. 42
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 45
AM/FM Radio .................................... 149, 158
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 231
Indicator.................................................... 69
Armrest ..................................................... 133
Audio Remote Controls............................ 156
Audio System ............................................ 144
Adjusting the Sound........................ 148, 157
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 145
Error Messages ........................................ 172
General Information ................................ 174
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 167
Reactivating............................................. 146
Recommended CDs ................................. 174
Recommended Devices............................ 176
Remote Controls ..................................... 156
Security Code .......................................... 146
Theft Protection....................................... 146
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 145
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 176
Authorized Manuals................................. 335
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 105
Customize ................................... 88, 92, 106
Automatic Lighting .................................. 119
Automatic Transmission........................... 214

Creeping ................................................. 214
Fluid........................................................ 263
Kickdown................................................ 214
Operating the Shift Lever................... 15, 216
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 310
Shifting ................................................... 215
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 145
Average Fuel Economy ........................ 81, 84
Average Speed ........................................... 84

Bluetooth

Battery ...................................................... 289
Charging System Indicator................. 67, 313
Jump Starting.......................................... 307
Maintenance (Checking the Battery)........ 289
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 290
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 28
Beverage Holders ..................................... 136
® Audio ..................................... 170
® HandsFreeLink®..................... 177
Bluetooth Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 61
Brake System ............................................ 229
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 231
Brake Assist System ................................. 232
Fluid........................................................ 266
Foot Brake............................................... 230
Indicator............................................ 66, 315
Parking Brake .......................................... 229
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel).... 122

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Bulb Replacement..................................... 268

Brake Light, Taillight, Back-Up Light, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Lights..................................................... 275
Fog Lights................................................ 272
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights..................................................... 273
Headlights ............................................... 268
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 277
Rear License Plate Light............................ 276
Bulb Specifications............................ 324, 326

Carbon Monoxide Gas................................ 62
Carrying Cargo.................................. 203, 205
CD Player ........................................... 151, 161
Certification Label .................................... 328
Changing Bulbs......................................... 268
Charging System Indicator ................. 67, 313
Child Safety ................................................. 50
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 104
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 111
Child Seat .................................................... 50
Booster Seats............................................. 61
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 52
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 53
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Seat Belt.................................... 57
Larger Children.......................................... 60
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 52

Selecting a Child Seat................................ 54
Using a Tether........................................... 59
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 104
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 294
Cleaning the Interior................................ 292
Clock............................................................ 98
Clutch Fluid............................................... 266
Coat Hook................................................. 138
Compact Spare Tire .................. 299, 325, 327
Console Compartment ............................. 135
Controls....................................................... 97
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 261
Adding to the Radiator............................ 262
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 261
High Temperature Indicator....................... 69
Low Temperature Indicator........................ 74
Overheating ............................................ 311
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 214
Cruise Control........................................... 220
Indicator.................................................... 75
Cup Holders .............................................. 136
Customer Service Information................. 336
Customized Features.................................. 86

Daytime Running Lights .......................... 120
Dead Battery............................................. 307
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 142
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 329

Dimming

Headlights .............................................. 118
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 125
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 255
Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 118
Display/Information Button ...................... 82
Door Mirrors............................................. 125
Doors .......................................................... 99
Auto Door Locking.................................. 105
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 105
Door Open Indicator ........................... 27, 70
Keys.......................................................... 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside...................................... 103
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside................................... 101
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 102
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 283
Driving ...................................................... 201
Automatic Transmission .......................... 214
Braking ................................................... 229
Cruise Control ........................................ 220
Shifting Gear .................................. 215, 217
Starting the Engine ................................. 211
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 291

Eco Assist System.......................................... 7
ECON Button ............................................ 123
Elapsed Time .............................................. 84

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Electric Power Steering System (EPS)

Indicator ........................................... 71, 315
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 223
Emergency................................................ 321
Emergency Trunk Opener ....................... 111
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 331
Engine....................................................... 328
Coolant .................................................. 261
Jump Starting ......................................... 307
Oil .......................................................... 254
Starting................................................... 211
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 117
Engine Coolant ........................................ 261
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 262
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 261
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 69
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 74
Overheating............................................ 311
Engine Oil................................................. 254
Adding ................................................... 257
Checking ................................................ 255
Displaying Oil Life ........................... 243, 247
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 66, 313
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 254

EPS (Electric Power Steering System).............................................. 71, 315
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide).................................. 62
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 294
Exterior Mirrors........................................ 125

Features..................................................... 143
Filters

Dust and Pollen ....................................... 291
Oil ........................................................... 258
Flat Tire ..................................................... 299
Floor Mats ................................................. 293
Fluids

Automatic Transmission........................... 263
Brake/Clutch............................................ 266
Engine Coolant........................................ 261
Manual Transmission ............................... 264
Windshield Washer.................................. 267
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 73
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 132
Foot Brake................................................. 230
Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 38
Front Seats ................................................ 126
Adjusting................................................. 126
Fuel...................................................... 16, 234
Economy ................................................. 237
Gauge ....................................................... 78
Instant Fuel Economy........................... 78, 85
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 68
Range.................................................. 81, 84
Recommendation .................................... 234
Refueling................................................. 234
Fuel Economy............................................ 237
Fuel Fill Cap......................................... 16, 236
Message.................................................. 314
Fuel Fill Door....................................... 16, 235

Fuses.......................................................... 318
Inspecting and Changing......................... 320
Locations......................................... 318, 319

Gasoline (Fuel)

Economy ................................................. 237
Gauge....................................................... 78
Information ............................................. 234
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 78, 85
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 68
Refueling................................................. 234
Gauges ........................................................ 78
Gear Shift Lever Positions

Automatic Transmission .......................... 215
Manual Transmission............................... 218
Glass (care)................................................ 295
Glove Box.................................................. 135

Halogen Bulbs .................................. 268, 272
Handling the Unexpected........................ 297
HandsFreeLink® (HFL) ............................. 177

Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History ..................................... 191
Automatic Transferring............................ 189
Caller’s ID Information............................. 189
HFL Buttons............................................. 177
HFL Menus.............................................. 179

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HFL Status Display.................................... 178
Making a Call .......................................... 195
Options During a Call .............................. 200
Phone Setup ............................................ 183
Receiving a Call ....................................... 199
Speed Dial ............................................... 192
To Clear the System................................. 190
To Create a Security PIN........................... 188
Hazard Warning Button............................... 2
Head Restraints......................................... 129
Headlights................................................. 118
Aiming .................................................... 268
Automatic Operation ............................... 119
Dimming ......................................... 118, 120
Operating ................................................ 118
Heaters (Seat)............................................ 139
Heating and Cooling System.................... 140
Cooling ................................................... 142
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 142
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 291
Heating ................................................... 141
HFL (HandsFreeLink®) ............................... 177
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 73

Identification Numbers ............................ 328
Engine and Transmission.......................... 328
Vehicle Identification ............................... 328
Ignition Switch.......................................... 117

Illumination Control................................. 122
Knob....................................................... 122
Immobilizer System .................................. 112
Indicator.................................................... 74
Indicators .................................................... 66
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)..................... 69
Charging System ............................... 67, 313
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 75, 221
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 75, 220
Daytime Running Lights............................. 71
Door Open .......................................... 27, 70
ECON Mode...................................... 75, 123
EPS (Electric Power Steering System) ........................................... 71, 315
Fog Light................................................... 73
High Temperature ..................................... 69
High-Beam ................................................ 73
Immobilizer System ................................... 74
i-VTEC................................................. 75, 79
Lights On .................................................. 73
Low Fuel ................................................... 68
Low Oil Pressure................................ 66, 313
Low Temperature ...................................... 74
Low Tire Pressure .............................. 72, 225
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS............. 72, 225, 226
Maintenance Minder ......................... 75, 243
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 67, 314
Parking Brake and Brake System........ 66, 315
REV ..................................................... 75, 79
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 29, 68
Security System Alarm ............................... 74

Shift Position............................................. 67
Side Airbag Off ................................... 48, 73
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 46, 69
System Message ....................................... 72
TPMS ................................................ 71, 227
Transmission ............................................. 68
Trunk Open .............................................. 71
Turn Signal ............................................... 73
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist) System ............................................ 70, 223
VSA® OFF.......................................... 70, 224
Washer Level ............................................ 75
Information .............................................. 323
Information Display ................................... 80
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 78, 85
Instrument Panel........................................ 65
Brightness Control .................................. 122
Interior Lights........................................... 134
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 125
i-VTEC and REV Indicators ......................... 79

Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 302
Jump Starting........................................... 307

Key Number Tag ...................................... 100
Keyless Lockout Prevention..................... 102

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Keys............................................................. 99
Lockout Prevention ................................. 102
Master Keys .............................................. 99
Number Tag............................................ 100
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 104
Remote Transmitter ................................ 101
Types and Functions.................................. 99
Valet Key ................................................ 100
Won’t Turn ............................................... 19
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 214

Language (HFL) ........................................ 178
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 55
Lights ................................................ 118, 268
Automatic............................................... 119
Bulb Replacement ................................... 268
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 120
Fog Lights ............................................... 120
High-Beam Indicator ................................. 73
Interior.................................................... 134
Light Switches......................................... 118
Lights On Indicator.................................... 73
Turn Signals ............................................ 118
Load Limits ............................................... 205
Locking/Unlocking ..................................... 99
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 105
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 104
From Inside ............................................. 103
From Outside .......................................... 101

Keys .......................................................... 99
Using a Key ............................................. 102
Lockout Prevention System...................... 102
Low Battery Charge.................................. 313
Low Fuel Indicator...................................... 68
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 66, 313
Lower Anchors............................................ 55
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 324, 326
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 205

Maintenance............................................. 239
Battery .................................................... 289
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 266
Cleaning.................................................. 292
Coolant ................................................... 261
Heating and Cooling System.................... 291
Maintenance Minder™............................ 243
Oil ........................................................... 255
Precautions.............................................. 240
Radiator .................................................. 262
Remote Transmitter ................................. 290
Replacing Light Bulbs............................... 268
Safety...................................................... 241
Service Items ................................... 245, 249
Tires ........................................................ 280
Transmission Fluid ................................... 263
Under the Hood ...................................... 251
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 67, 314
Manual Transmission................................ 217

Map Lights ................................................ 134
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 205
Meters, Gauges........................................... 78
Mirrors ...................................................... 125
Adjusting ................................................ 125
Door ....................................................... 125
Exterior ................................................... 125
Interior Rearview ..................................... 125
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 238
Moonroof ................................................. 116
MP3 ........................................... 151, 161, 167
Multi-Information Display ......................... 82

Numbers (Identification).......................... 328

Odometer ............................................. 80, 83
Oil (Engine)............................................... 254
Adding.................................................... 257
Checking................................................. 255
Displaying Oil Life............................ 243, 247
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 66, 313
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 254
Viscosity .................................................. 254

Opening/Closing

Hood....................................................... 253
Moonroof ............................................... 116
Power Windows...................................... 114

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Trunk....................................................... 109
Outside Temperature Display .................... 85
Overheating .............................................. 311

Panic Mode ............................................... 113
Parking ...................................................... 233
Parking Brake............................................ 229
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 66, 315
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 47
Passing Indicators ..................................... 118
Power Windows........................................ 114
Precautions While Driving........................ 213
Rain......................................................... 213
Pregnant Women ....................................... 33
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 299

Radiator..................................................... 262
Radio (AM/FM).................................. 149, 158
Radio Data System (RDS).................. 150, 160
Range .................................................... 81, 84
RDS (Radio Data System).................. 150, 160
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 331
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button...................................................... 123
Rear Seats (Folding Down)....................... 132
Rearview Mirror........................................ 125

Refueling .................................................. 234
Fuel Gauge................................................ 78
Gasoline.................................. 234, 324, 326
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 68
Regulations............................... 226, 283, 329
Remote Transmitter ................................. 101
Replacement

Battery .................................................... 290
Bulbs....................................................... 268
Fuses............................................... 318, 319
Tires ........................................................ 286
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 278
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 330
Resetting a Trip Meter ......................... 80, 83

Safe Driving ................................................ 23
Safety Check ............................................... 27
Safety Labels............................................... 63
Safety Message........................................... 22
Seat Belts .................................................... 28
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 32
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 30
Checking................................................... 34
Fastening .................................................. 31
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 57
Pregnant Women ...................................... 33
Reminder .................................................. 29
Warning Indicator ............................... 29, 68

Seat Heaters ............................................. 139
Seats.......................................................... 126
Adjusting ................................................ 126
Front Seats.............................................. 126
Rear Seats............................................... 132
Seat Heaters ........................................... 139
Security System ........................................ 112
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 74
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 74
SEL/RESET Knob.................................... 80, 82
Select Lever ................................ 15, 215, 217
Operation ................................. 15, 216, 217
Releasing ................................................ 310
Won’t Move ........................................... 310
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 54
Selector Knob (Audio) ..................... 147, 155
Setting the Clock........................................ 98
Shift Lever .................................. 15, 215, 217
Shift Position Indicator ...................... 67, 216
Shifting (Transmission) .................... 215, 217
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 32
Side Airbags ............................................... 42
Cutoff System........................................... 44
Off Indicator ............................................. 44
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 45
Snow Tires ................................................ 288
Spare Tire ................................. 299, 325, 327
Spark Plugs ....................................... 324, 326
Specifications ........................................... 324
Specified Fuel ........................... 234, 324, 326
Speedometer.............................................. 78

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SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 38
Starting the Engine.................................. 211
Does Not Start ........................................ 306
Engine Switch Buzzer.............................. 117
Jump Starting ......................................... 307
Steering Wheel ........................................ 124
Adjusting ................................................ 124
Stopping ................................................... 233
Summer Tires............................................ 288
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 38
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................. 2, 3, 117
System Message Indicator ......................... 72

Tachometer ................................................ 78
Temperature

High Temperature Indicator ...................... 69
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 74
Outside Temperature Display .................... 85
Temperature Sensor .................................. 85
Time (Setting)............................................. 98
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)..................................................... 225
Indicator ............................. 71, 72, 316, 317
Tires .......................................................... 280
Air Pressure............................. 281, 325, 327
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 280
Inspection ............................................... 280
Labeling.................................................. 281

Puncture (Flat Tire)................................... 299
Regulations ............................................. 283
Rotation .................................................. 287
Spare Tire ................................ 299, 325, 327
Summer .................................................. 288
Tire Chains .............................................. 288
Wear Indicators ....................................... 285
Winter..................................................... 288
Tools .......................................................... 298
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 207
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 208
Load Limits .............................................. 207
Towing Your Vehicle................................ 210
Emergency .............................................. 321

TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 225
Indicator.............................. 71, 72, 316, 317
Transmission ..................................... 215, 217
Automatic ............................................... 215
Fluid ................................................ 263, 264
Manual.................................................... 217
Number................................................... 328
Shift Position Indicator....................... 67, 216
Trip Meter ............................................. 80, 83
Troubleshooting ....................................... 297
Blown Fuse...................................... 318, 319
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 19
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 20
Emergency Towing .................................. 321
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 306
Noise When Braking .................................. 20

Overheating ............................................ 311
Premium Gasoline ........................... 234, 326
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 299
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 19, 104
Select Lever Won’t Move......................... 310
Warning Indicators .................................... 66
Trunk......................................................... 109
Lid........................................................... 109
Light Bulb........................................ 324, 326
Turn Signals .............................................. 118
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 73

Unlocking the Doors ................................ 101
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ......................................... 11
USB Adapter Cable........................... 144, 145
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 176

Valet Key................................................... 100
Vanity Mirrors............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 328
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®).................. 223
Off Button............................................... 224
Off Indicator.............................................. 70
System Indicator........................................ 70
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 254, 325, 327
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist).................. 223

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Wallpaper.................................................... 93
Warning and Information Messages ......... 76
Warning Indicator On/Blinking................ 313
Warning Labels ........................................... 63
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately)............................................... 333
Watts ................................................. 324, 326
Wear Indicators (Tire)............................... 285
Wheel Cover.............................................. 303
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle)............ 302
Window Washers...................................... 121
Adding/Refilling Fluid............................... 267
Switch ..................................................... 121
Windows (Opening and Closing)............. 114
Windshield ................................................ 121
Cleaning.................................................. 295
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 142
Washer Fluid............................................ 267
Wiper Blades ........................................... 278
Wipers and Washers ................................ 121
Winter Tires............................................... 288
Snow Tires............................................... 288
Tire Chains .............................................. 288
Wipers and Washers ................................. 121
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 278
WMA ......................................... 151, 161, 167
Worn Tires................................................. 280

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This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.

This owner’s manual covers all models of the Civic 4-Door. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model.

Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover) represent features and equipment that are available on some, but not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these features.

This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada.

The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.

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2 Safe Driving P. 23
For Safe Driving P. 24

Seat Belts P. 28

Airbags P. 35

2 Instrument Panel P. 65
Indicators P. 66

Gauges and Displays P. 78

2 Controls P. 97
Setting the Clock P. 98
Opening and Closing the Moonroof * P. 116
Adjusting the Seats P. 126

Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 99

2 Features P. 143
Audio System * P. 144
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®* P. 177

Audio System Basic Operation * P. 147

2 Driving P. 201
Before Driving P. 202
Refueling P. 234

Towing a Trailer P. 207
Fuel Economy P. 237

2 Maintenance P. 239
Before Performing Maintenance P. 240 Maintenance Minder™ P. 243
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 278
Heating and Cooling * System Maintenance P. 291

2 Handling the Unexpected P. 297
Tools P. 298
Overheating P. 311

If a Tire Goes Flat P. 299
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 313

2 Information P. 323
Specifications P. 324
Emissions Testing P. 331

Identification Numbers P. 328
Warranty Coverages P. 333

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Child Safety P. 50

Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 62

Safety Labels P. 63

Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 109
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 117
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 134

Security System P. 112

Opening and Closing the Windows P. 114
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 125
Heating and Cooling * P. 140

Audio Error Messages * P. 172

General Information on the Audio System * P. 174

When Driving P. 211
Accessories and Modifications P. 238

Braking P. 229

Parking Your Vehicle P. 233

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Quick Reference Guide P. 2

Safe Driving P. 23

Instrument Panel P. 65

Controls P. 97

Features P. 143

Driving P. 201

Maintenance P. 239

Maintenance Under the Hood P. 251
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 280
Cleaning P. 292

Replacing Light Bulbs P. 268
Battery P. 289

Remote Transmitter Care * P. 290

Handling the Unexpected P. 297

Engine Does Not Start P. 306
Fuses P. 318

Jump Starting P. 307
Emergency Towing P. 321

Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 310

Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 329
Authorized Manuals P. 335

Reporting Safety Defects P. 330
Customer Service Information P. 336

Information P. 323

Index P. 337

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❙ ECON Button * (P 123) ❙

(Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)

System OFF) Button * (P 223) ❙ System Indicators (P 66) ❙ Gauges (P 78) ❙ Information Display * (P 80) ❙ Multi-Information Display * (P 82) ❙ Hazard Warning Button

❙ Audio System * (P 144) ❙ Navigation System * () See Navigation System Manual

❙ Heating and Cooling * System (P 140) ❙ Rear Window Defogger (P 123) ❙ Heated Mirror Button * (P 123) ❙ Seat Heater Switches * (P 139) ❙ Ignition Switch (P 117) ❙ Steering Wheel Adjustments (P 124)

❙

(Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)

System OFF) Button * (P 223)

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❙ Headlights/Turn Signals (P 118) ❙ Fog Lights * (P 120) ❙ Km/Mile Change Knob (P 78) ❙ CLOCK Knob * (P 98) ❙ ❙ Brightness Control (P 122)

(SEL/RESET) Knob (P 80)

(P 82)

❙

(Display/Information) Button * (P 82)

❙ Wipers/Washers (P 121)

❙ Cruise Control Buttons * (P 220) ❙ Horn (Press an area around

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® HandsFreeLink® System

❙ Navigation System Voice Control Buttons * () See Navigation System Manual ❙ Bluetooth Voice Control Buttons * (P 177) ❙ MENU Button * (P 86) ❙ SOURCE Button * (P 86) ❙

Buttons * (P 86)

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❙ Power Window Switches (P 114) ❙ Power Door Lock Master Switch * (P 104) ❙ Door Mirror Controls * (P 125)

❙ Hood Release Handle (P 253) ❙ Trunk Release (P 109) ❙ Fuel Fill Door Release Handle (P 235) ❙ Driver’s Pocket

❙ Rearview Mirror (P 125) ❙ Interior Fuse Box (P 319) ❙ Driver's Front Airbag (P 38) ❙ Passenger's Front Airbag (P 38) ❙ Parking Brake (P 229) ❙ Auxiliary Input Jack * (P 145)

❙ Glove Box (P 135) ❙ Accessory Power Socket (P 137) ❙ Shift Lever Automatic Transmission (P 214) Manual Transmission (P 217)

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❙ Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P 57) ❙ Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P 59) ❙ Side Curtain Airbags (P 45) ❙ Coat Hook (P 138) ❙ Grab Handle

❙ Seat Belts (P 28) ❙ Moonroof Switch * (P 116) ❙ Map Lights * (P 134)

❙ Sun Visors ❙ Vanity Mirrors ❙ USB Adapter Cable * (P 145) ❙ Accessory Power Socket * (P 137)

❙ Ceiling Light (P 134) ❙ Rear Seat (P 132) ❙ LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P 55)

❙ Front Seat (P 126) ❙ Side Airbags (P 42)

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❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P 251) ❙ Windshield Wipers (P 121) ❙ Power Door Mirrors * (P 125)

(P 278)

❙ Door Lock/Unlock Control (P 101)

❙ Headlights (P 118) ❙ Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights (P 118) ❙ Tires (P 280)

(P 299)

(P 268)

(P 273)

❙ Fog Lights * (P 120)

(P 272) ❙ How to Refuel (P 235) ❙ High-Mount Brake Light * (P 277) ❙ Opening/Closing the Trunk (P 109) ❙ Emergency Trunk Release Lever (P 111)

❙ Brake/Taillights (P 275) ❙ Back-Up Lights (P 275) ❙ Rear Turn Signal Lights (P 275) ❙ Rear Side Marker Lights (P 275)

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Ambient Meter ● Changes color to reflect your driving

style. Green: Fuel efficient driving Blue green: Moderate acceleration/ deceleration Blue: Aggressive acceleration/ deceleration

● The ambient meter color changes in

accordance with your brake or accelerator pedal operation.

ECON Button (P 123) Helps maximize fuel economy. ECON Mode Indicator (P 75) Comes on when the ECON button is pressed.

Models with multi-information display This message is displayed for a few seconds when the ECON button is pressed.

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Airbags (P 35) ● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and

your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.

Child Safety (P 50) ● All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat. ● Smaller children should be properly restrained in a forward-facing child seat. ● Infants must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child seat.

Exhaust Gas Hazard (P 62) ● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon

monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can accumulate.

Seat Belts (P 28) ● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well

back in the seat.

● Check that your passengers are wearing

Before Driving Checklist (P 27) ● Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints, steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.

their seat belts correctly.

Fasten your lap belt as low as possible.

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Instrument Panel (P 65) Gauges (P 78)/Information Display * (P 80)/ Multi-Information Display * (P 82)/System Indicators (P 66)

System Indicators

2.4 ℓ engine models

Fuel Gauge

Security Alarm System Indicator *

Malfunction Indicator Lamp Low Oil Pressure Indicator

Charging System Indicator

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System Indicator

VSA® OFF Indicator

Door Open Indicator

Trunk Open Indicator

ECON Mode Indicator *

Immobilizer System Indicator

i-VTEC Indicator REV Indicator

Speedometer Ambient Meter *

Instant Fuel Economy Gauge *

Shift Lever Position Indicator *

Tachometer

Lights Reminders

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator

U. S.

Canada

TPMS Indicator * Low Tire Pressure Indicator */ Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator *

Lights On Indicator

High Beam Indicator

Fog Light Indicator *

System Indicators

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator High Temperature Indicator Low Temperature Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

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