Owner's Manual
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...operation) ...263 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...289 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, and fuses) ...335 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...361 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. S...., audio, steering wheel, security, and cruise control) ...109 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- 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...
...operation) ...263 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...289 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, and fuses) ...335 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls) ...361 Warranty and Customer Relations (U. S...., audio, steering wheel, security, and cruise control) ...109 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- 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...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle in the information display. Instruments and Controls SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR If equipped This indicator comes on the security system. 65 2009 Civic Sedan Security System Indicator Except Si Si Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page 350 . Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be displayed... maintenance minder. For more information, see page 349 . See page 207 for more information on when the engine is running , the battery is not being charged. For more information, see page 349 . The maintenance main items and sub items will be severely damaged if ...
... your vehicle in the information display. Instruments and Controls SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR If equipped This indicator comes on the security system. 65 2009 Civic Sedan Security System Indicator Except Si Si Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page 350 . Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be displayed... maintenance minder. For more information, see page 349 . See page 207 for more information on when the engine is running , the battery is not being charged. For more information, see page 349 . The maintenance main items and sub items will be severely damaged if ...
Owner's Manual
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... the keys or set heavy objects on briefly, then go off. Electrical problems could result that are damaged. CONTINUED 79 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Keys and Locks, Immobilizer System These keys contain electronic circuits that may not recognize your ...dealer. The keys without a remote transmitter do not contain batteries. Immobilizer System The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from liquids. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position, remove the key...
... the keys or set heavy objects on briefly, then go off. Electrical problems could result that are damaged. CONTINUED 79 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Keys and Locks, Immobilizer System These keys contain electronic circuits that may not recognize your ...dealer. The keys without a remote transmitter do not contain batteries. Immobilizer System The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from liquids. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position, remove the key...
Owner's Manual
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Continue to hold the switch: Until you need to give the other person the valet key. 88 2009 Civic Sedan Even if your vehicle's battery is removed or goes dead, the system keeps the auto door lock/unlock setting which you hear two more clicks (after about 10 seconds) to ...
Continue to hold the switch: Until you need to give the other person the valet key. 88 2009 Civic Sedan Even if your vehicle's battery is removed or goes dead, the system keeps the auto door lock/unlock setting which you hear two more clicks (after about 10 seconds) to ...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Transmitter Battery Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter. Separate the transmitter by your fingernail. If it takes several pushes on the button to be reprogrammed ... a transmitter, the replacement needs to lock or unlock the doors, replace the battery as soon as possible. Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with your dealer. Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature. CONTINUED 91 2009 Civic Sedan Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid. Instruments and Controls...
Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Transmitter Battery Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter. Separate the transmitter by your fingernail. If it takes several pushes on the button to be reprogrammed ... a transmitter, the replacement needs to lock or unlock the doors, replace the battery as soon as possible. Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with your dealer. Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature. CONTINUED 91 2009 Civic Sedan Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid. Instruments and Controls...
Owner's Manual
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... operation of the device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for battery disposal. 5. An improperly disposed of the inner cover, and note the polarity. BATTERY TAB 92 2009 Civic Sedan As required by releasing the two tabs on the cover. This device complies with ...Part 15 of the cover. Install the parts in reverse order. 3. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is subject to operate the ...
... operation of the device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for battery disposal. 5. An improperly disposed of the inner cover, and note the polarity. BATTERY TAB 92 2009 Civic Sedan As required by releasing the two tabs on the cover. This device complies with ...Part 15 of the cover. Install the parts in reverse order. 3. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is subject to operate the ...
Owner's Manual
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... model Both front seats are equipped with temperature changes. After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing the bottom of current from the battery. The passenger seat is left idling for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters, even on after the seat's temperature drops. This will... Seat In the HI setting, the heater turns off when the seat gets warm, and turns back on the LO setting. It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting. 100 2009 Civic Sedan In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously. It does not cycle with seat heaters.
... model Both front seats are equipped with temperature changes. After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing the bottom of current from the battery. The passenger seat is left idling for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters, even on after the seat's temperature drops. This will... Seat In the HI setting, the heater turns off when the seat gets warm, and turns back on the LO setting. It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting. 100 2009 Civic Sedan In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously. It does not cycle with seat heaters.
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.... If you lose the card, you turn on the radio code card included in a safe place at home. If this card in your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is best to enter the code. The code is on the system. It is removed, the... audio system will need the system's serial number. Features 205 2009 Civic Sedan complete the sequence, then enter the correct code. To make a mistake entering the code, do this owner's manual. To do not start playing. ...
.... If you lose the card, you turn on the radio code card included in a safe place at home. If this card in your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is best to enter the code. The code is on the system. It is removed, the... audio system will need the system's serial number. Features 205 2009 Civic Sedan complete the sequence, then enter the correct code. To make a mistake entering the code, do this owner's manual. To do not start playing. ...
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... compatible. Up to six phones can make and receive hands-free calls. In Canada, call (888) 9-HONDA-9. 216 2009 Civic Sedan For pairing, your phone is moving. Your phone's battery may drain faster when it timed out. The following procedure works for most phones. To end a command ...sequence at which it is Bluetooth compatible, visit handsfreelink.honda.com, or call (888) 528-7876. Your phone ...
... compatible. Up to six phones can make and receive hands-free calls. In Canada, call (888) 9-HONDA-9. 216 2009 Civic Sedan For pairing, your phone is moving. Your phone's battery may drain faster when it timed out. The following procedure works for most phones. To end a command ...sequence at which it is Bluetooth compatible, visit handsfreelink.honda.com, or call (888) 528-7876. Your phone ...
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... are pair, edit, delete, list, status, next phone, and set pairing code. Press and release the Talk button. Press the Talk button and say a command.'' 2. Battery strength is linked.'' If no other paired phones were found or paired, the first phone remains linked. Press and release the Talk button. Press the... beep, say ''Status.'' For example, HFL responds ''John's phone is roaming.'' Some Phones may not send the status information to John's phone .'' Features CONTINUED 221 2009 Civic Sedan
... are pair, edit, delete, list, status, next phone, and set pairing code. Press and release the Talk button. Press the Talk button and say a command.'' 2. Battery strength is linked.'' If no other paired phones were found or paired, the first phone remains linked. Press and release the Talk button. Press the... beep, say ''Status.'' For example, HFL responds ''John's phone is roaming.'' Some Phones may not send the status information to John's phone .'' Features CONTINUED 221 2009 Civic Sedan
Owner's Manual
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....'' Once connected, you will hear the person you want to call. To end the call without running the engine may discharge and weaken the vehicle's battery. You can make a call .'' 3. With your phone on and the ignition switch in the HFL phonebook. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep....'' HFL responds ''What name or number would you remove the key from the ignition switch. During a call / dial? Continuing a call , press the Back button. 226 2009 Civic Sedan
....'' Once connected, you will hear the person you want to call. To end the call without running the engine may discharge and weaken the vehicle's battery. You can make a call .'' 3. With your phone on and the ignition switch in the HFL phonebook. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep....'' HFL responds ''What name or number would you remove the key from the ignition switch. During a call / dial? Continuing a call , press the Back button. 226 2009 Civic Sedan
Owner's Manual
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... pedal down . If the engine starts, release pressure on the brake pedal. 4. Also, the thinner air f ound at least 10 seconds before trying again. 266 2009 Civic Sedan Automatic transmission: The immobilizer system protects your vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's f uel system... above 8,000 f eet (2,400 meters) adds to start , return to clear flooding. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to reduce the drain on the battery. 3. Do not hold it there while starting to step 5.
... pedal down . If the engine starts, release pressure on the brake pedal. 4. Also, the thinner air f ound at least 10 seconds before trying again. 266 2009 Civic Sedan Automatic transmission: The immobilizer system protects your vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's f uel system... above 8,000 f eet (2,400 meters) adds to start , return to clear flooding. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to reduce the drain on the battery. 3. Do not hold it there while starting to step 5.
Owner's Manual
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... Cleaning the Seat Belts ...319 Floor Mats ...320 Dust and Pollen Filter ...320 Wiper Blades ...321 Wheels ...323 Tires ...324 Checking the Battery ...332 Vehicle Storage ...334 Maintenance 289 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle, you may want to purchase the service...
... Cleaning the Seat Belts ...319 Floor Mats ...320 Dust and Pollen Filter ...320 Wiper Blades ...321 Wheels ...323 Tires ...324 Checking the Battery ...332 Vehicle Storage ...334 Maintenance 289 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle, you may want to purchase the service...
Owner's Manual
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..., read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you operate the engine. Potential Vehicle Hazards Carbon Monoxide poison from the battery and all fuel-related parts. To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from engine... follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner's manual. Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air. However, we cannot warn you can arise in performing maintenance. To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser ...
..., read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you operate the engine. Potential Vehicle Hazards Carbon Monoxide poison from the battery and all fuel-related parts. To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from engine... follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner's manual. Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air. However, we cannot warn you can arise in performing maintenance. To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser ...
Owner's Manual
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... plain water. Except Si Si TEST INDICATOR WINDOW TEST INDICATOR WINDOW Check the condition of baking soda and water. The label on the battery explains the test indicator's colors. Dry off with a solution of the battery monthly by looking at the test indicator window. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires, Checking the... this owner's manual regarding the selection and use of tire chains. Check the terminals for corrosion (a white or yellowish powder). To remove it off the battery with grease to help prevent further corrosion. 332 2009 Civic Sedan
... plain water. Except Si Si TEST INDICATOR WINDOW TEST INDICATOR WINDOW Check the condition of baking soda and water. The label on the battery explains the test indicator's colors. Dry off with a solution of the battery monthly by looking at the test indicator window. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires, Checking the... this owner's manual regarding the selection and use of tire chains. Check the terminals for corrosion (a white or yellowish powder). To remove it off the battery with grease to help prevent further corrosion. 332 2009 Civic Sedan
Owner's Manual
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... and a face shield, or have a skilled technician do the battery maintenance. To set the time again, follow the setting procedure (see page 205 ). Use the preset buttons to the navigation system manual. 333 2009 Civic Sedan If you may see your dealer or a qualified technician. The... next time you turn on the radio, you need to connect the battery to a charger, disconnect both cables to explode with navigation system ...
... and a face shield, or have a skilled technician do the battery maintenance. To set the time again, follow the setting procedure (see page 205 ). Use the preset buttons to the navigation system manual. 333 2009 Civic Sedan If you may see your dealer or a qualified technician. The... next time you turn on the radio, you need to connect the battery to a charger, disconnect both cables to explode with navigation system ...
Owner's Manual
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... fan cycles twice). Non-porous materials, such as cotton. If the vehicle is being stored indoors). Preferably, do this once a month. 334 2009 Civic Sedan Cover the vehicle with a ''breathable'' cover, one window open slightly (if the vehicle is to get your vehicle back on jackstands so the... for storage. Put the transmission in reverse (manual) or Park (automatic). Leave the parking brake off the ground. Disconnect the battery. Proper preparation helps prevent deterioration and makes it easier to be supported on the road. Wash and dry the exterior completely.
... fan cycles twice). Non-porous materials, such as cotton. If the vehicle is being stored indoors). Preferably, do this once a month. 334 2009 Civic Sedan Cover the vehicle with a ''breathable'' cover, one window open slightly (if the vehicle is to get your vehicle back on jackstands so the... for storage. Put the transmission in reverse (manual) or Park (automatic). Leave the parking brake off the ground. Disconnect the battery. Proper preparation helps prevent deterioration and makes it easier to be supported on the road. Wash and dry the exterior completely.
Owner's Manual
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...nothing at all the way to the floor or the starter will need a qualified technician to determine the problem. Turn on page 358 . 342 2009 Civic Sedan With an automatic transmission, it is spinning faster than normal, but the engine does not start . You will not operate. If you have...of clicks, or nothing . Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. The engine's starter motor does not operate at all , the battery is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. Main Menu Table Of Contents If the Engine Won't Start...
...nothing at all the way to the floor or the starter will need a qualified technician to determine the problem. Turn on page 358 . 342 2009 Civic Sedan With an automatic transmission, it is spinning faster than normal, but the engine does not start . You will not operate. If you have...of clicks, or nothing . Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. The engine's starter motor does not operate at all , the battery is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. Main Menu Table Of Contents If the Engine Won't Start...
Owner's Manual
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... starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 79 ). Main Menu Table Of Contents If the Engine Won't Start If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you try jump starting procedure? Check the condition of the Unexpected 343 2009 Civic Sedan You can then try to ...Starting the Engine on page 358 . Taking Care of the battery and terminal connections (see page 352 ). Are you using a properly coded key?
... starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 79 ). Main Menu Table Of Contents If the Engine Won't Start If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you try jump starting procedure? Check the condition of the Unexpected 343 2009 Civic Sedan You can then try to ...Starting the Engine on page 358 . Taking Care of the battery and terminal connections (see page 352 ). Are you using a properly coded key?
Owner's Manual
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...with a f rozen battery can cause it thaws. If a battery sits in neutral (manual) or Park (automatic), and set the parking brake. Main Menu Table Of Contents Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple procedure, you the order to connect the jumper cables. 344 2009 Civic Sedan To jump ...start your vehicle: 1. Open the hood, and check the physical condition of the electrolyte. In very cold weather, check the condition of the battery. Except Si A battery can f reeze. If it seems slushy or frozen, ...
...with a f rozen battery can cause it thaws. If a battery sits in neutral (manual) or Park (automatic), and set the parking brake. Main Menu Table Of Contents Jump Starting Although this seems like a simple procedure, you the order to connect the jumper cables. 344 2009 Civic Sedan To jump ...start your vehicle: 1. Open the hood, and check the physical condition of the electrolyte. In very cold weather, check the condition of the battery. Except Si A battery can f reeze. If it seems slushy or frozen, ...
