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... Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...289 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. S. only) (how to the Civic GX. 2008 Civic Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Refer to 2008 Civic GX Supplement for topics specific to order) ...309 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) Contents..., and child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ...55 Features (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, security, and cruise control) ...107 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-
... Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...289 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. S. only) (how to the Civic GX. 2008 Civic Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Refer to 2008 Civic GX Supplement for topics specific to order) ...309 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) Contents..., and child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ...55 Features (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, security, and cruise control) ...107 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-
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...restraints. Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. plus what you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2008 Civic Sedan Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. Index Service Information Summary A summary of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to..., shift the transmission, and park; Authorized Manuals (U.S. Features How to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and other technical literature. only) How to order manuals and other convenience features. Instruments and Controls Explains the ...
...restraints. Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. plus what you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2008 Civic Sedan Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. Index Service Information Summary A summary of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to..., shift the transmission, and park; Authorized Manuals (U.S. Features How to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and other technical literature. only) How to order manuals and other convenience features. Instruments and Controls Explains the ...
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Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 100) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 57) GAUGES (P. 66) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 112) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9, 24) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 102) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9, 30) Your Vehicle at a Glance HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P. 108) DOOR LOCK TAB (P. 79) ... HANDLE (P. 86) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P. 172) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 98) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 202) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 199) Vehicle with navigation system is shown. : If equipped CONTINUED 3 2008 Civic Sedan
Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 100) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 57) GAUGES (P. 66) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 112) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9, 24) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 102) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 9, 30) Your Vehicle at a Glance HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P. 108) DOOR LOCK TAB (P. 79) ... HANDLE (P. 86) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P. 172) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 98) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 202) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 199) Vehicle with navigation system is shown. : If equipped CONTINUED 3 2008 Civic Sedan
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... BUTTON (P. 66) SEL/RESET BUTTON (P. 66) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH 2 (P. 211) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS 2 (P. 171) VOICE CONTROL SWITCHES 3 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 182) Vehicle with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. 4 2008 Civic Sedan STEERING WHEEL HORN ADJUSTMENT (P. 75) 1 HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P. 72) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 71) PASSENGER AIRBAG...
... BUTTON (P. 66) SEL/RESET BUTTON (P. 66) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH 2 (P. 211) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS 2 (P. 171) VOICE CONTROL SWITCHES 3 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 182) Vehicle with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. 4 2008 Civic Sedan STEERING WHEEL HORN ADJUSTMENT (P. 75) 1 HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P. 72) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 71) PASSENGER AIRBAG...
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 57) GAUGES (P. 66) MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 100) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 112) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 102) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 80) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 99) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P. 181) TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE (P. 86) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P. 108) DOOR LOCK TAB (P. 79) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 106) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 202) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 199) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P. 172) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 98) Vehicle with navigation system is shown. : If equipped 56 2008 Civic Sedan
Main Menu Table Of Contents Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P. 57) GAUGES (P. 66) MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 100) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 112) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 102) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P. 80) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 99) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P. 181) TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE (P. 86) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P. 108) DOOR LOCK TAB (P. 79) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 106) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P. 202) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P. 199) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P. 172) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 98) Vehicle with navigation system is shown. : If equipped 56 2008 Civic Sedan
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... BUTTON (P. 66) SEL/RESET BUTTON (P. 66) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P. 211) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P. 171) VOICE CONTROL SWITCHES HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 182) Vehicle with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. 70 2008 Civic Sedan HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P. 72) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 71) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 30) 2 2 HAZARD...
... BUTTON (P. 66) SEL/RESET BUTTON (P. 66) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P. 211) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P. 171) VOICE CONTROL SWITCHES HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 182) Vehicle with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. 70 2008 Civic Sedan HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P. 72) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 71) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P. 30) 2 2 HAZARD...
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... this position. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the FCC: This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. LOCK (0) You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position. Main Menu Table Of Contents Immobilizer System, Ignition Switch As required by the party responsible for... (III). If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must accept any interference received, including interference that may make it in park. 78 2008 Civic Sedan
... this position. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the FCC: This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. LOCK (0) You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position. Main Menu Table Of Contents Immobilizer System, Ignition Switch As required by the party responsible for... (III). If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must accept any interference received, including interference that may make it in park. 78 2008 Civic Sedan
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...how to use them. (If you have an optional audio system, refer to enable it .) All models except U.S. All U.S. The standard audio system has many features. DX Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to the operating ...172 Radio Theft Protection...173 Setting the Clock ...174 Security System ...175 Cruise Control ...176 Features 107 2008 Civic Sedan Vents, Heating, and A/C ...108 Using the A/C ...110 Audio System ...112 Audio System (Models without navigation system) ...114 Playing the Radio ...115 Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Optional...
...how to use them. (If you have an optional audio system, refer to enable it .) All models except U.S. All U.S. The standard audio system has many features. DX Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to the operating ...172 Radio Theft Protection...173 Setting the Clock ...174 Security System ...175 Cruise Control ...176 Features 107 2008 Civic Sedan Vents, Heating, and A/C ...108 Using the A/C ...110 Audio System ...112 Audio System (Models without navigation system) ...114 Playing the Radio ...115 Playing the XM Satellite Radio (Optional...
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Models without navigation system, see pages 132 through 131 . If your vehicle has a different audio system, refer to use your vehicle's audio system. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System An audio system is standard on all models except the U.S. For vehicles without navigation system All models except Si 112 2008 Civic Sedan Read the appropriate pages (as shown below) to its manual for operating instructions. For vehicles with navigation system, see pages 114 through 165 . DX.
Models without navigation system, see pages 132 through 131 . If your vehicle has a different audio system, refer to use your vehicle's audio system. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System An audio system is standard on all models except the U.S. For vehicles without navigation system All models except Si 112 2008 Civic Sedan Read the appropriate pages (as shown below) to its manual for operating instructions. For vehicles with navigation system, see pages 114 through 165 . DX.
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System Models with navigation system Si model U.S. EX, EX-L, and Si models Features 113 2008 Civic Sedan
Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System Models with navigation system Si model U.S. EX, EX-L, and Si models Features 113 2008 Civic Sedan
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...will see a message ''WELCOME'' on the display when your liking with the audio controls. Repeat this welcome message to the audio display about 16 characters on the display. To change a letter. Make sure the audio system is off. 2. Turn the TUNE knob to change the letter, select...then push the power/volume knob on the audio control panel. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Si model only Your audio system shows a welcome message on the display when you stop selecting a letter. 114 2008 Civic Sedan Push the top of the SEEK button...
...will see a message ''WELCOME'' on the display when your liking with the audio controls. Repeat this welcome message to the audio display about 16 characters on the display. To change a letter. Make sure the audio system is off. 2. Turn the TUNE knob to change the letter, select...then push the power/volume knob on the audio control panel. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Si model only Your audio system shows a welcome message on the display when you stop selecting a letter. 114 2008 Civic Sedan Push the top of the SEEK button...
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing the Radio All models except Si FM SCAN AM BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON Si model AUTO SELECT BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON Features SCAN BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB SEEK BUTTON TUNE/SOUND KNOB PWR/VOL KNOB SEEK BUTTON TUNE/SOUND KNOB PRESET BUTTONS PRESET BUTTONS CONTINUED 115 2008 Civic Sedan
Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing the Radio All models except Si FM SCAN AM BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON Si model AUTO SELECT BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON Features SCAN BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB SEEK BUTTON TUNE/SOUND KNOB PWR/VOL KNOB SEEK BUTTON TUNE/SOUND KNOB PRESET BUTTONS PRESET BUTTONS CONTINUED 115 2008 Civic Sedan
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... will stop and play it for the next strong station and play that the radio was last tuned to find radio stations on FM. 116 2008 Civic Sedan Turn the knob right to tune to a higher frequency, or left to tune to a desired frequency. To activate it, press the SCAN button...FM1 and FM2 let you hear a beep. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 6) can use any of the SEEK button, then release it . Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) The ignition switch must be displayed if the station is broadcasting in stereo. You will be in the ACCESSORY (I) or...
... will stop and play it for the next strong station and play that the radio was last tuned to find radio stations on FM. 116 2008 Civic Sedan Turn the knob right to tune to a higher frequency, or left to tune to a desired frequency. To activate it, press the SCAN button...FM1 and FM2 let you hear a beep. 4. Repeat steps 1 through 6) can use any of the SEEK button, then release it . Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) The ignition switch must be displayed if the station is broadcasting in stereo. You will be in the ACCESSORY (I) or...
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...SEL'' flashes in the display as previously described. SEL (auto select) button. Adjusting the Sound Press the SOUND (TUNE) knob repeatedly to the selected audio mode about 5 seconds after you will see in the local area. Each mode is shown in the display, and the system goes into scan mode... for every preset button. Features CONTINUED 117 2008 Civic Sedan Turn the SOUND (TUNE) knob to adjust the setting to your preset stations, you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as...
...SEL'' flashes in the display as previously described. SEL (auto select) button. Adjusting the Sound Press the SOUND (TUNE) knob repeatedly to the selected audio mode about 5 seconds after you will see in the local area. Each mode is shown in the display, and the system goes into scan mode... for every preset button. Features CONTINUED 117 2008 Civic Sedan Turn the SOUND (TUNE) knob to adjust the setting to your preset stations, you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as...
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.... If you feel the sound is too loud, choose low. As you go, the louder the audio volume becomes. The audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on vehicle speed. The default setting is off. 118 2008 Civic Sedan Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC) The SVC mode controls the volume based on , even...
.... If you feel the sound is too loud, choose low. As you go, the louder the audio volume becomes. The audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on vehicle speed. The default setting is off. 118 2008 Civic Sedan Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC) The SVC mode controls the volume based on , even...
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EX, EX-L, and Si models POWER/VOLUME KNOB SCAN BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON AUX BUTTON Your audio system is capable of receiving XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the display. Features PRESET BUTTONS TUNE KNOB U.S. Si model is a registered trademark of...to produce clear, high-quality digital reception. Along with a large selection of different types of XM Satellite Radio, Inc. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing the XM Satellite Radio Optional on U.S. It offers many channels in several categories. XM satellite radio receives signals...
EX, EX-L, and Si models POWER/VOLUME KNOB SCAN BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON AUX BUTTON Your audio system is capable of receiving XM Satellite Radio anywhere in the display. Features PRESET BUTTONS TUNE KNOB U.S. Si model is a registered trademark of...to produce clear, high-quality digital reception. Along with a large selection of different types of XM Satellite Radio, Inc. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing the XM Satellite Radio Optional on U.S. It offers many channels in several categories. XM satellite radio receives signals...
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...category mode, such as Jazz, Rock, Classical, etc., you can select all of the SEEK/SKIP button ( or ) to select another category. 120 2008 Civic Sedan Turn the knob right for higher numbered channels and left for lower numbered channels. SEEK/SKIP Press either side of the available channels. In... channel mode, you listened to change channel selections. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Operating the XM Radio To listen to XM radio, turn on the audio system, and press the ''AUX'' button. The last channel you can select all of the...
...category mode, such as Jazz, Rock, Classical, etc., you can select all of the SEEK/SKIP button ( or ) to select another category. 120 2008 Civic Sedan Turn the knob right for higher numbered channels and left for lower numbered channels. SEEK/SKIP Press either side of the available channels. In... channel mode, you listened to change channel selections. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Operating the XM Radio To listen to XM radio, turn on the audio system, and press the ''AUX'' button. The last channel you can select all of the...
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) SCAN The scan function gives you a sampling of the button stores one ...southern horizon. In channel mode, all channels while in the channel mode. CONTINUED XM Radio Display Messages ''LOADING'' XM is loading the audio or program information. ''OFF AIR'' The channel currently selected is no longer broadcasting. ''UPDATING'' The encryption code is currently too weak.... button again. Wait until you want to continue listening to 12 preset channels using steps 2 and 3. Features 121 2008 Civic Sedan
Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) SCAN The scan function gives you a sampling of the button stores one ...southern horizon. In channel mode, all channels while in the channel mode. CONTINUED XM Radio Display Messages ''LOADING'' XM is loading the audio or program information. ''OFF AIR'' The channel currently selected is no longer broadcasting. ''UPDATING'' The encryption code is currently too weak.... button again. Wait until you want to continue listening to 12 preset channels using steps 2 and 3. Features 121 2008 Civic Sedan
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... to the south. Signal may cause satellite reception interruptions. Carrying large items on a roof rack can also block the signal. 122 2008 Civic Sedan Signal weaker in orbit over the equator; Please consult your subscription, or this channel has no artist or title information at this... , ground-based repeaters are placed in major metropolitan areas. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) The selected channel number does not exist, or is a problem with the XM antenna. therefore, objects...
... to the south. Signal may cause satellite reception interruptions. Carrying large items on a roof rack can also block the signal. 122 2008 Civic Sedan Signal weaker in orbit over the equator; Please consult your subscription, or this channel has no artist or title information at this... , ground-based repeaters are placed in major metropolitan areas. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) The selected channel number does not exist, or is a problem with the XM antenna. therefore, objects...
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...your radio I ) or ON (II) position, push the power/volume knob to turn the TUNE Features 123 2008 Civic Sedan will continue to send an activation signal to your audio system is activated, you . While waiting for compliance could affect XM radio reception. With the ignition switch in ...to purchase XM satellite radio service, contact XM Radio at www.xmradio.com, or at least 12 hours from a previous owner, you purchased your audio system in the satellite radio mode while you . XM Radio will appear in the ACCESSORY (I .D. number and your radio I .D. Driving in the...
...your radio I ) or ON (II) position, push the power/volume knob to turn the TUNE Features 123 2008 Civic Sedan will continue to send an activation signal to your audio system is activated, you . While waiting for compliance could affect XM radio reception. With the ignition switch in ...to purchase XM satellite radio service, contact XM Radio at www.xmradio.com, or at least 12 hours from a previous owner, you purchased your audio system in the satellite radio mode while you . XM Radio will appear in the ACCESSORY (I .D. number and your radio I .D. Driving in the...