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...and fuses) ...335 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...361 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. S. S. 2009 Civic Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Refer to 2009 Civic GX Supplement for topics specific to order) ...381 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) Contents ... child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ...55 Features (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, security, and cruise control) ...109 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-
...and fuses) ...335 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...361 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. S. S. 2009 Civic Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Refer to 2009 Civic GX Supplement for topics specific to order) ...381 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) Contents ... child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ...55 Features (heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, security, and cruise control) ...109 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-
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... to check and instructions on the dashboard and steering column. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Features How to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and other cargo. Driving The proper way to handle them . Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. and ...take your vehicle. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need to know if you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2009 Civic Sedan Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in this manual. Taking Care of the Unexpected This section ...
... to check and instructions on the dashboard and steering column. Authorized Manuals (U.S. Features How to operate the heating and air conditioning system, the audio system, and other cargo. Driving The proper way to handle them . Technical Information ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. and ...take your vehicle. Maintenance The maintenance minder shows you when you need to know if you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2009 Civic Sedan Your Vehicle at a Glance A quick reference to the main controls in this manual. Taking Care of the Unexpected This section ...
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Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance MOONROOF SWITCH (P.102) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.57) GAUGES (P.66) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.114) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 24) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.104) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 30) Your Vehicle at a Glance HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.110) DOOR LOCK TAB (P.81) ... HANDLE (P.88) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.204) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.100) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.270) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.267) Vehicle with navigation system is shown. : If equipped CONTINUED 3 2009 Civic Sedan
Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance MOONROOF SWITCH (P.102) INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.57) GAUGES (P.66) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.114) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 24) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.104) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 30) Your Vehicle at a Glance HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.110) DOOR LOCK TAB (P.81) ... HANDLE (P.88) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.204) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.100) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.270) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.267) Vehicle with navigation system is shown. : If equipped CONTINUED 3 2009 Civic Sedan
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...steering wheel. If equipped Si model Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system is shown. Refer to the navigation system manual. 4 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS BUTTONS (P.75) DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON (P.66) SEL/RESET BUTTON (P....66) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA ) OFF SWITCH 2 (P.279) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.203) 2 HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.73) FOG LIGHTS 3 (P.74) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.72) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.30) HAZARD WARNING...
...steering wheel. If equipped Si model Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system is shown. Refer to the navigation system manual. 4 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS BUTTONS (P.75) DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON (P.66) SEL/RESET BUTTON (P....66) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA ) OFF SWITCH 2 (P.279) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.203) 2 HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.73) FOG LIGHTS 3 (P.74) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.72) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.30) HAZARD WARNING...
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.57) GAUGES (P.66) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.102) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.114) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.104) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.82) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.101) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.249) TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE (P.88) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.110) DOOR LOCK TAB (P.81) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.108) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.270) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.267) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.204) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.100) Vehicle with navigation system is shown. : If equipped 56 2009 Civic Sedan
Main Menu Table Of Contents Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.57) GAUGES (P.66) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.102) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.114) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.104) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.82) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.101) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.249) TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE (P.88) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.110) DOOR LOCK TAB (P.81) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.108) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.270) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.267) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.204) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.100) Vehicle with navigation system is shown. : If equipped 56 2009 Civic Sedan
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...2 1: 2: 3: 4: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. Refer to the navigation system manual. 71 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.75) DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON (P.66) SEL/RESET BUTTON (P.66)... VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH 2 (P.279) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.203) 2 HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.73) FOG LIGHTS 3 (P.74) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.72) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.30) Instruments ...
...2 1: 2: 3: 4: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. Refer to the navigation system manual. 71 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Controls Near the Steering Wheel INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P.75) DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON (P.66) SEL/RESET BUTTON (P.66)... VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH 2 (P.279) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P.203) 2 HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P.73) FOG LIGHTS 3 (P.74) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.72) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.30) Instruments ...
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..., push it difficult to operate the equipment. Operation is the normal key position when driving. LOCK (0) You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in park. 80 2009 Civic Sedan Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the FCC: This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. The ignition...
..., push it difficult to operate the equipment. Operation is the normal key position when driving. LOCK (0) You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in park. 80 2009 Civic Sedan Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the FCC: This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. The ignition...
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...Memory Device ...190 USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages ...197 AM/FM Radio Reception ...198 Protecting Your Discs ...200 Remote Audio Controls...203 Auxiliary Input Jack ...204 Radio Theft Protection...205 Setting the Clock ...206 Security System ...207 Cruise Control ...208... Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ...211 Features 109 2009 Civic Sedan Vents, Heating, and A/C ...110 Using the A/C ...112 Audio System ...114 Audio System (Models without navigation system) ...115 Playing the Radio ...116 Playing the XM Radio (Optional)...
...Memory Device ...190 USB Flash Memory Device Error Messages ...197 AM/FM Radio Reception ...198 Protecting Your Discs ...200 Remote Audio Controls...203 Auxiliary Input Jack ...204 Radio Theft Protection...205 Setting the Clock ...206 Security System ...207 Cruise Control ...208... Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ...211 Features 109 2009 Civic Sedan Vents, Heating, and A/C ...110 Using the A/C ...112 Audio System ...114 Audio System (Models without navigation system) ...115 Playing the Radio ...116 Playing the XM Radio (Optional)...
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DX. For vehicles with navigation system U.S. Si model is shown. 114 2009 Civic Sedan Read the appropriate pages (as shown below) to use your vehicle has a different audio system, refer to its manual for operating instructions. U.S. LX, LX-S, EX, Canadian DX, DX-G, and Sport models without ... models with navigation system, see pages 115 through 197 . Si model is shown. EX-L, Si, U.S. If 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 U.S.
DX. For vehicles with navigation system U.S. Si model is shown. 114 2009 Civic Sedan Read the appropriate pages (as shown below) to use your vehicle has a different audio system, refer to its manual for operating instructions. U.S. LX, LX-S, EX, Canadian DX, DX-G, and Sport models without ... models with navigation system, see pages 115 through 197 . Si model is shown. EX-L, Si, U.S. If 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 U.S.
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... to select the next segment, then turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. Make sure the audio system is off. 2. You will return to your vehicle was new. Push the top of the SEEK button. Repeat this welcome message to... the audio display about 5 seconds after you turn the TUNE knob to select a letter. 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. 115 2009 Civic Sedan To change a ...
... to select the next segment, then turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. Make sure the audio system is off. 2. You will return to your vehicle was new. Push the top of the SEEK button. Repeat this welcome message to... the audio display about 5 seconds after you turn the TUNE knob to select a letter. 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. 115 2009 Civic Sedan To change a ...
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To change bands, press the AM/FM button. Stereo reproduction in AM is shown. 116 2009 Civic Sedan SCAN BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB SEEK BUTTON TUNE/SOUND KNOB PRESET BUTTONS U.S. Si model is not available. The band and frequency that the radio ... to is broadcasting in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. On the FM band, ST will be in stereo. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing the Radio ST INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON The ignition switch must be displayed if the station...
To change bands, press the AM/FM button. Stereo reproduction in AM is shown. 116 2009 Civic Sedan SCAN BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB SEEK BUTTON TUNE/SOUND KNOB PRESET BUTTONS U.S. Si model is not available. The band and frequency that the radio ... to is broadcasting in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. On the FM band, ST will be in stereo. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing the Radio ST INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON The ignition switch must be displayed if the station...
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..., the system will see SCAN in the display. FM1 and FM2 let you want to listen to, press the SCAN button again. Features CONTINUED 117 2009 Civic Sedan If you hear a beep. 4. Select the desired band, AM or FM. Each side of the buttons Preset (1 through 3 to find radio ...of five methods to a desired frequency. Use the tune, seek, or scan function to tune the radio to a lower frequency. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) To Select a Station You can store one , it will scan for a station with a strong signal. TUNE Use the...
..., the system will see SCAN in the display. FM1 and FM2 let you want to listen to, press the SCAN button again. Features CONTINUED 117 2009 Civic Sedan If you hear a beep. 4. Select the desired band, AM or FM. Each side of the buttons Preset (1 through 3 to find radio ...of five methods to a desired frequency. Use the tune, seek, or scan function to tune the radio to a lower frequency. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) To Select a Station You can store one , it will scan for a station with a strong signal. TUNE Use the...
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... the display as previously described. When the level reaches the center, you will see a ''0'' displayed after you stop adjusting a mode. 118 2009 Civic Sedan If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as it changes. The...you are traveling far from home and can no longer receive your liking. Press the A. You will automatically return the display to the selected audio mode about 5 seconds after pressing a preset button if auto select cannot find stations in the display. This restores the presets you originally set...
... the display as previously described. When the level reaches the center, you will see a ''0'' displayed after you stop adjusting a mode. 118 2009 Civic Sedan If you do not like the stations auto select has stored, you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as it changes. The...you are traveling far from home and can no longer receive your liking. Press the A. You will automatically return the display to the selected audio mode about 5 seconds after pressing a preset button if auto select cannot find stations in the display. This restores the presets you originally set...
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...adjusts the side-to-side strength, while FADER adjusts the front-to adjust the illumination of the sound coming from each speaker. Features 119 2009 Civic Sedan Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC) The SVC mode controls the volume based on , even if the radio is MID. The default setting... is off. The audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on vehicle speed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Treble/Bass Use the TREBLE/ BASS modes to adjust the tone...
...adjusts the side-to-side strength, while FADER adjusts the front-to adjust the illumination of the sound coming from each speaker. Features 119 2009 Civic Sedan Speed-sensitive volume compensation (SVC) The SVC mode controls the volume based on , even if the radio is MID. The default setting... is off. The audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on vehicle speed. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Treble/Bass Use the TREBLE/ BASS modes to adjust the tone...
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..., EX-L, and Si models PWR/VOL KNOB SCAN BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON AUX BUTTON Your audio system is capable of receiving XM Radio anywhere in several categories. XM is shown. 120 2009 Civic Sedan It offers many channels in the United States, except Hawaii and Alaska. PRESET ...BUTTONS TUNE KNOB SEEK/SKIP BUTTON U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing the XM Radio...
..., EX-L, and Si models PWR/VOL KNOB SCAN BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON AUX BUTTON Your audio system is capable of receiving XM Radio anywhere in several categories. XM is shown. 120 2009 Civic Sedan It offers many channels in the United States, except Hawaii and Alaska. PRESET ...BUTTONS TUNE KNOB SEEK/SKIP BUTTON U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing the XM Radio...
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... to the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. Turn the knob right for higher numbered channels and left for lower numbered channels. Features CONTINUED 121 2009 Civic Sedan 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 press and release the DISP button, the display changes in the display. In channel mode, ...
... to the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. Turn the knob right for higher numbered channels and left for lower numbered channels. Features CONTINUED 121 2009 Civic Sedan 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 press and release the DISP button, the display changes in the display. In channel mode, ...
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... In the category mode, only the channels within that category can be selected. 3. The system plays each side of the southern horizon. 122 2009 Civic Sedan Once a channel is currently too weak. In category mode, only channels within that channel. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to an area ...away from the XM2 band. 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 fully updated. Move the vehicle...
... In the category mode, only the channels within that category can be selected. 3. The system plays each side of the southern horizon. 122 2009 Civic Sedan Once a channel is currently too weak. In category mode, only channels within that channel. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to an area ...away from the XM2 band. 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 fully updated. Move the vehicle...
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... blocked by mountains or large obstacles to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator. CONTINUED 123 2009 Civic Sedan Features SATELLITE GROUND REPEATER The XM satellites are more likely to the south. Satellite signals are in orbit over the equator; Carrying large... items on a roof rack can also block the signal. 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.
... blocked by mountains or large obstacles to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator. CONTINUED 123 2009 Civic Sedan Features SATELLITE GROUND REPEATER The XM satellites are more likely to the south. Satellite signals are in orbit over the equator; Carrying large... items on a roof rack can also block the signal. 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.
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...road. While waiting for at 1-800-852-9696. You will continue to send an activation signal to your radio I .D. number, turn on the audio system and press the AUX button. There may experience reception problems. Interference can listen to a sampling of the broadcasts available on XM Radio. Your... or you purchased your vehicle remains in the ACCESSORY (I .D. A variety of music types and styles will appear in the display. 124 2009 Civic Sedan After you've registered with good reception. If you decide to purchase XM radio service, contact XM Radio at www.xmradio.com, ...
...road. While waiting for at 1-800-852-9696. You will continue to send an activation signal to your radio I .D. number, turn on the audio system and press the AUX button. There may experience reception problems. Interference can listen to a sampling of the broadcasts available on XM Radio. Your... or you purchased your vehicle remains in the ACCESSORY (I .D. A variety of music types and styles will appear in the display. 124 2009 Civic Sedan After you've registered with good reception. If you decide to purchase XM radio service, contact XM Radio at www.xmradio.com, ...
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To select the disc player, press the CD button. SEEK/SKIP BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing a Disc LOAD INDICATOR EJECT BUTTON CD BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON To Play a Disc To load or play discs, ... ''CD'' in the display. REPEAT BUTTON Features SCAN BUTTON Do not use discs with the same controls used for the radio. FOLDER KNOB CONTINUED 125 2009 Civic Sedan
To select the disc player, press the CD button. SEEK/SKIP BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing a Disc LOAD INDICATOR EJECT BUTTON CD BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON To Play a Disc To load or play discs, ... ''CD'' in the display. REPEAT BUTTON Features SCAN BUTTON Do not use discs with the same controls used for the radio. FOLDER KNOB CONTINUED 125 2009 Civic Sedan