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... put a rear-facing child seat in a back seat. too far forward, or the child's head is thrown forward during a collision or hard braking. If the vehicle seat is quite large, and it can inflate with enough force to be properly restrained in the front seat of a vehicle equipped... with a seat belt (see page 47 for important information about protecting larger children). 34 2009 Civic Sedan Some states have been designed to help protect adults in the back seat, on a booster seat if needed, and be injured by an...
... put a rear-facing child seat in a back seat. too far forward, or the child's head is thrown forward during a collision or hard braking. If the vehicle seat is quite large, and it can inflate with enough force to be properly restrained in the front seat of a vehicle equipped... with a seat belt (see page 47 for important information about protecting larger children). 34 2009 Civic Sedan Some states have been designed to help protect adults in the back seat, on a booster seat if needed, and be injured by an...
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... Door Unlocking ...85 Trunk...88 Emergency Trunk Opener ...89 Remote Transmitter ...90 Seats ...93 Seat Heaters ...100 Power Windows ...101 Moonroof ...102 Mirrors ...104 Parking Brake ...105 Interior Lights ...106 Interior Convenience Items ...107 Beverage Holders ...108 Accessory Power Socket ...108 Glove Box ...108 Console Compartment ...108 Instruments and Controls 55...
... Door Unlocking ...85 Trunk...88 Emergency Trunk Opener ...89 Remote Transmitter ...90 Seats ...93 Seat Heaters ...100 Power Windows ...101 Moonroof ...102 Mirrors ...104 Parking Brake ...105 Interior Lights ...106 Interior Convenience Items ...107 Beverage Holders ...108 Accessory Power Socket ...108 Glove Box ...108 Console Compartment ...108 Instruments and Controls 55...
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... (P.60) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.63) TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR (P.63) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.60) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.59) TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P.61) DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR (P.61) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.59) Instruments and Controls DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P.61) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.64) VEHICLE... noted in the text. Canadian DX-G model with M/T has the electric power steering (EPS) indicator (see page 62) next to the immobilizer system indicator. 57 2009 Civic Sedan
... (P.60) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.63) TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR (P.63) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.60) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.59) TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P.61) DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR (P.61) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.59) Instruments and Controls DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P.61) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.64) VEHICLE... noted in the text. Canadian DX-G model with M/T has the electric power steering (EPS) indicator (see page 62) next to the immobilizer system indicator. 57 2009 Civic Sedan
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... (TPMS) INDICATOR (P.63) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.60) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.59) DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR (P.61) TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P.61) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.59) LOW TIRE PRESSURE ...INDICATOR (P.63) REV LIMIT INDICATOR (P.64) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.65, 349) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.65, 350) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P.65, 291) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.64) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.60) The U.S. Differences for Canadian models are noted in the text. 58 2009 Civic...
... (TPMS) INDICATOR (P.63) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.60) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.59) DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR (P.61) TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR (P.61) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.59) LOW TIRE PRESSURE ...INDICATOR (P.63) REV LIMIT INDICATOR (P.64) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.65, 349) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.65, 350) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P.65, 291) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.64) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.60) The U.S. Differences for Canadian models are noted in the text. 58 2009 Civic...
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... Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about 6 seconds after you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is running, or if it stays on after the ignition switch is a reminder to the ON (II) position. If... seat belt, the beeper sounds, and the indicator flashes. It comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the brake system. Driving with the parking brake not fully released. For more information, see page 351 . 59 2009 Civic Sedan If it comes on when you drive with the parking...
... Contents Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about 6 seconds after you have fully released the parking brake while the engine is running, or if it stays on after the ignition switch is a reminder to the ON (II) position. If... seat belt, the beeper sounds, and the indicator flashes. It comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the brake system. Driving with the parking brake not fully released. For more information, see page 351 . 59 2009 Civic Sedan If it comes on when you drive with the parking...
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... on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. For more information, see page 79 ). 60 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Supplemental Restraint System Indicator This indicator comes on for several seconds when you turn the...position. U.S. With this happens, have inserted a properly coded ignition key. It will also alert you have your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. If it indicates that the passenger's side airbag has automatically shut off if you to the ON (...
... on at any other time, it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags. For more information, see page 79 ). 60 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Supplemental Restraint System Indicator This indicator comes on for several seconds when you turn the...position. U.S. With this happens, have inserted a properly coded ignition key. It will also alert you have your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. If it indicates that the passenger's side airbag has automatically shut off if you to the ON (...
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... or turn. For more information, see that the exterior lights are on when the light switch is burned out (see page 74 . 61 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you.... If you press the hazard warning button, both turn signal indicators and all turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and the parking brake is released, it means there is a problem with a circuit. When you turn signals on . For more information, see pages 314 and 315 )....
... or turn. For more information, see that the exterior lights are on when the light switch is burned out (see page 74 . 61 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel Indicators Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you.... If you press the hazard warning button, both turn signal indicators and all turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position and the parking brake is released, it means there is a problem with a circuit. When you turn signals on . For more information, see pages 314 and 315 )....
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... INT Intermittent 4. The length of the wiper interval is stopped and in gear, the wipers sweep the windshield whenever you remove your foot from the brake pedal. MIST 2. HI High speed 6. The wipers run continuously. At low speed and high speed, the wipers run at high speed. OFF The... speed. EX, and Canadian Sport models 1. LO Low speed 5. Vary the delay by turning the adjustment ring. If you release the lever. 72 2009 Civic Sedan The washers spray until you , and hold it to the shortest delay ( position), the wipers change to select a position. INT The wipers ...
... INT Intermittent 4. The length of the wiper interval is stopped and in gear, the wipers sweep the windshield whenever you remove your foot from the brake pedal. MIST 2. HI High speed 6. The wipers run continuously. At low speed and high speed, the wipers run at high speed. OFF The... speed. EX, and Canadian Sport models 1. LO Low speed 5. Vary the delay by turning the adjustment ring. If you release the lever. 72 2009 Civic Sedan The washers spray until you , and hold it to the shortest delay ( position), the wipers change to select a position. INT The wipers ...
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...on and off by turning the switch next to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. FOG LIGHT SWITCH On Si model Turn the fog lights on with reduced brightness when you turn... the ignition switch off, even if you turn the ignition switch to the headlight switch. 74 2009 Civic Sedan They remain on low beam. Fog Lights You can use the fog lights only when the ...are turned off. They will go off when the headlights are on until you set the parking brake. Main Menu Table Of Contents Headlights, Fog Lights Daytime Running Lights With the headlight switch off or...
...on and off by turning the switch next to the ON (II) position and release the parking brake. FOG LIGHT SWITCH On Si model Turn the fog lights on with reduced brightness when you turn... the ignition switch off, even if you turn the ignition switch to the headlight switch. 74 2009 Civic Sedan They remain on low beam. Fog Lights You can use the fog lights only when the ...are turned off. They will go off when the headlights are on until you set the parking brake. Main Menu Table Of Contents Headlights, Fog Lights Daytime Running Lights With the headlight switch off or...
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...features. Make all settings before you customize the setting, make sure your vehicle is parked safely, the engine is off, and the parking brake is the default setting. The doors lock whenever you move the shift lever out of these features as described on the following pages. ...Make sure the shift lever is deactivated all the time. CONTINUED 83 2009 Civic Sedan The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches 9 mph (15 km/h). There are default settings for each of the Park (P) position (A/T ...
...features. Make all settings before you customize the setting, make sure your vehicle is parked safely, the engine is off, and the parking brake is the default setting. The doors lock whenever you move the shift lever out of these features as described on the following pages. ...Make sure the shift lever is deactivated all the time. CONTINUED 83 2009 Civic Sedan The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches 9 mph (15 km/h). There are default settings for each of the Park (P) position (A/T ...
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CONTINUED 85 2009 Civic Sedan On A/T vehicles, push and hold the front of the Park (P) position. 4. Release the switch, and within 5 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) ... (A/T vehicles). 2. You will hear a click. Make sure the shift lever is deactivated all doors when the vehicle's speed reaches about 5 seconds). 5. Push and hold the brake pedal, and move the shift lever to close the driver's door. This is the default setting.
CONTINUED 85 2009 Civic Sedan On A/T vehicles, push and hold the front of the Park (P) position. 4. Release the switch, and within 5 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) ... (A/T vehicles). 2. You will hear a click. Make sure the shift lever is deactivated all doors when the vehicle's speed reaches about 5 seconds). 5. Push and hold the brake pedal, and move the shift lever to close the driver's door. This is the default setting.
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... to the ACCESSORY (I) position. To open the trunk, pull the trunk release handle on the driver's door. You will hear a click. Continue to hold the brake pedal, then move the shift lever to someone else, lock the trunk release handle with the master key, and give the key to the Park... removed or goes dead, the system keeps the auto door lock/unlock setting which you need to give the other person the valet key. 88 2009 Civic Sedan On A/T vehicles, push and hold the switch: Until you hear two more clicks (after about 10 seconds) to activate driver's door unlock feature. Main...
... to the ACCESSORY (I) position. To open the trunk, pull the trunk release handle on the driver's door. You will hear a click. Continue to hold the brake pedal, then move the shift lever to someone else, lock the trunk release handle with the master key, and give the key to the Park... removed or goes dead, the system keeps the auto door lock/unlock setting which you need to give the other person the valet key. 88 2009 Civic Sedan On A/T vehicles, push and hold the switch: Until you hear two more clicks (after about 10 seconds) to activate driver's door unlock feature. Main...
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... 259 . Do not put any shoulder belt. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to work improperly. Instruments and Controls 99 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press against the front passenger's seat, as this could... cause the weight sensors to brake hard. Make sure all rear shoulder belts are secured. See Carrying Cargo on page 51 . Make sure all items in the trunk, or items ...
... 259 . Do not put any shoulder belt. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to work improperly. Instruments and Controls 99 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press against the front passenger's seat, as this could... cause the weight sensors to brake hard. Make sure all rear shoulder belts are secured. See Carrying Cargo on page 51 . Make sure all items in the trunk, or items ...
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... on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is driven with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and hubs. Pressing this button also turns the rear window...ON (II) position, turn the heaters off . The parking brake indicator on the heaters by pressing the button. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, push the button, and lower... the lever. Main Menu Table Of Contents Mirrors, Parking Brake Heated Mirrors Parking Brake Driving the vehicle with the parking brake on. Press the button again to remove fog and frost. With...
... on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is driven with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and hubs. Pressing this button also turns the rear window...ON (II) position, turn the heaters off . The parking brake indicator on the heaters by pressing the button. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, push the button, and lower... the lever. Main Menu Table Of Contents Mirrors, Parking Brake Heated Mirrors Parking Brake Driving the vehicle with the parking brake on. Press the button again to remove fog and frost. With...
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...a crash. When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may not hold the set speed, press the RES/ACCEL button. Improper use the brakes to hold the set speed when you to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your speed increases going up and.... Cruise control may downshift to slow down. It is now activated. Accelerate to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). 208 2009 Civic Sedan Push the CRUISE button on . The indicator on the instrument panel will cancel cruise control. Use the cruise control only when traveling on ...
...a crash. When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may not hold the set speed, press the RES/ACCEL button. Improper use the brakes to hold the set speed when you to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h) without keeping your speed increases going up and.... Cruise control may downshift to slow down. It is now activated. Accelerate to maintain a set speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). 208 2009 Civic Sedan Push the CRUISE button on . The indicator on the instrument panel will cancel cruise control. Use the cruise control only when traveling on ...
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Release the button when you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button. Features 209 2009 Civic Sedan Even with your foot. Resting your vehicle will slow down in very small amounts, tap the RES/ ACCEL button. When you reach the desired .... The vehicle will speed up for passing. Each time you can still use the accelerator pedal to cancel. Tap the brake or clutch pedal lightly with the cruise control turned on the brake or clutch pedal causes the cruise control to speed up about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). When the vehicle slows to the...
Release the button when you reach the desired cruising speed, release the button. Features 209 2009 Civic Sedan Even with your foot. Resting your vehicle will slow down in very small amounts, tap the RES/ ACCEL button. When you reach the desired .... The vehicle will speed up for passing. Each time you can still use the accelerator pedal to cancel. Tap the brake or clutch pedal lightly with the cruise control turned on the brake or clutch pedal causes the cruise control to speed up about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). When the vehicle slows to the...
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... the previous cruising speed. CANCEL BUTTON You can cancel cruise control in any of these ways: Tap the brake or clutch pedal. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on the steering wheel. 210 2009 Civic Sedan Push the CRUISE button on . Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel. The vehicle will remember... Menu Table Of Contents Cruise Control Canceling Cruise Control CRUISE BUTTON Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the system will accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h), and then press and release the RES/ACCEL button.
... the previous cruising speed. CANCEL BUTTON You can cancel cruise control in any of these ways: Tap the brake or clutch pedal. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on the steering wheel. 210 2009 Civic Sedan Push the CRUISE button on . Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel. The vehicle will remember... Menu Table Of Contents Cruise Control Canceling Cruise Control CRUISE BUTTON Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the system will accelerate to above 25 mph (40 km/h), and then press and release the RES/ACCEL button.
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... engine and will result in areas where it is available, the use of a gasoline with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced. Use of gasoline that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel additives such as MMT. Do not tow a trailer. Your vehicle is... economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend, in decreased engine performance. Avoid hard braking for service. Use of gasoline with a pump octane number of a lower octane gasoline can lead to engine damage. 248 2009 Civic Sedan Use of 87 or higher. Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance...
... engine and will result in areas where it is available, the use of a gasoline with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced. Use of gasoline that does NOT contain manganese-based fuel additives such as MMT. Do not tow a trailer. Your vehicle is... economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend, in decreased engine performance. Avoid hard braking for service. Use of gasoline with a pump octane number of a lower octane gasoline can lead to engine damage. 248 2009 Civic Sedan Use of 87 or higher. Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance...
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... full, there may be a problem with a tether. Screw the fuel fill cap back on the fuel fill door. 4. Park the vehicle, and set the parking brake. Leave some room for the fuel to ''top off'' the tank. Try filling at least once. If this does not fix the problem, consult your... not properly tighten the cap, the malfunction indicator lamp may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. You will pop up slightly. 250 2009 Civic Sedan
... full, there may be a problem with a tether. Screw the fuel fill cap back on the fuel fill door. 4. Park the vehicle, and set the parking brake. Leave some room for the fuel to ''top off'' the tank. Try filling at least once. If this does not fix the problem, consult your... not properly tighten the cap, the malfunction indicator lamp may hear a hissing sound as pressure inside the tank escapes. You will pop up slightly. 250 2009 Civic Sedan
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...fuel economy. Drive Efficiently Drive moderately Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. Poor maintenance can significantly reduce fuel economy. For example: 255 2009 Civic Sedan Avoid carrying excess weight in the highest gear possible If your vehicle has...underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Always maintain your vehicle's fuel economy: Aggressive driving (hard acceleration and braking) Excessive idling, accelerating and braking in 0 miles per gallon. Avoid excessive idling Idling results in stop-and-go traffic Cold engine operation ...
...fuel economy. Drive Efficiently Drive moderately Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. Poor maintenance can significantly reduce fuel economy. For example: 255 2009 Civic Sedan Avoid carrying excess weight in the highest gear possible If your vehicle has...underside adds weight and rolling resistance. Always maintain your vehicle's fuel economy: Aggressive driving (hard acceleration and braking) Excessive idling, accelerating and braking in 0 miles per gallon. Avoid excessive idling Idling results in stop-and-go traffic Cold engine operation ...