Owner's Manual
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... (EPS) indicator (see page 62) next to the immobilizer system indicator. 57 2009 Civic Sedan Differences for Canadian models are noted in the text. instrument panel is shown. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel DX, DX-G (Canada), LX (U.S.), LX-S (U.S.), Sport (Canada), EX (U.S.), EX-L SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.65) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.64) SIDE AIRBAG LIGHTS...
... (EPS) indicator (see page 62) next to the immobilizer system indicator. 57 2009 Civic Sedan Differences for Canadian models are noted in the text. instrument panel is shown. Main Menu Table Of Contents Instrument Panel DX, DX-G (Canada), LX (U.S.), LX-S (U.S.), Sport (Canada), EX (U.S.), EX-L SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.65) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.64) SIDE AIRBAG LIGHTS...
Owner's Manual
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While the vehicle is varied automatically according to the vehicle's speed. EX, and Canadian Sport On EX-L, Si, U.S. EX, and Canadian Sport models 1. OFF 3. Windshield washers Push the right lever up or down to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph (... speed 5. If you turn it . LO HI The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep after you release the lever. 72 2009 Civic Sedan ADJUSTMENT RING : EX-L, Si, U.S. The wipers run at low speed. At low speed and high speed, the wipers run at high speed. The washers spray until you...
While the vehicle is varied automatically according to the vehicle's speed. EX, and Canadian Sport On EX-L, Si, U.S. EX, and Canadian Sport models 1. OFF 3. Windshield washers Push the right lever up or down to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph (... speed 5. If you turn it . LO HI The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep after you release the lever. 72 2009 Civic Sedan ADJUSTMENT RING : EX-L, Si, U.S. The wipers run at low speed. At low speed and high speed, the wipers run at high speed. The washers spray until you...
Owner's Manual
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... turn it off, the defogger will clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. For more information, see page 105 . 76 2009 Civic Sedan EX-L, Canadian Sport, and Si On All EX-L, Canadian Sport, and Si models Push the button to turn indicators in the instrument panel to flash. It also shuts off when...
... turn it off, the defogger will clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. For more information, see page 105 . 76 2009 Civic Sedan EX-L, Canadian Sport, and Si On All EX-L, Canadian Sport, and Si models Push the button to turn indicators in the instrument panel to flash. It also shuts off when...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Keys and Locks EX-L, Si, U.S. LX, LX-S, and Canadian DX-G models KEY NUMBER TAG MASTER KEY WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER VALET KEY (Gray) DX model KEY NUMBER TAG MASTER KEY (.... You can keep the trunk and trunk release handle locked when you ever have received a key number tag with your vehicle. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. 78 2009 Civic Sedan The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. You will need this key number if you leave your vehicle...
Main Menu Table Of Contents Keys and Locks EX-L, Si, U.S. LX, LX-S, and Canadian DX-G models KEY NUMBER TAG MASTER KEY WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER VALET KEY (Gray) DX model KEY NUMBER TAG MASTER KEY (.... You can keep the trunk and trunk release handle locked when you ever have received a key number tag with your vehicle. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. 78 2009 Civic Sedan The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. You will need this key number if you leave your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... exhaust gas from inside. Parents should decide if their children should be opened from getting into the interior. Main Menu Table Of Contents Trunk On EX-L, Si, U.S. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard, page 51 . The valet key does not work in the direction pointed by an arrow. As a safety ...feature, your vehicle has a release lever on the remote transmitter. For more information about child safety, see page 37 . 89 2009 Civic Sedan Emergency Trunk Opener Press and hold the trunk release button on the trunk latch so the trunk can be shown how to open the trunk...
... exhaust gas from inside. Parents should decide if their children should be opened from getting into the interior. Main Menu Table Of Contents Trunk On EX-L, Si, U.S. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard, page 51 . The valet key does not work in the direction pointed by an arrow. As a safety ...feature, your vehicle has a release lever on the remote transmitter. For more information about child safety, see page 37 . 89 2009 Civic Sedan Emergency Trunk Opener Press and hold the trunk release button on the trunk latch so the trunk can be shown how to open the trunk...
Owner's Manual
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...the doors with the remote transmitter, but do not open the trunk. Some exterior lights will flash twice each time you press the button. EX, and Canadian Sport models PANIC BUTTON TRUNK UNLOCK BUTTON RELEASE BUTTON PANIC BUTTON LOCK BUTTON LOCK BUTTON U.S. UNLOCK Press this button for about 30.... When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you do not open the trunk if the key is in the ignition switch. 90 2009 Civic Sedan LX, LX-S, EX, EX-L, and Si models If you push the LOCK button twice within 30 seconds, the doors automatically relock. If you will come on the ...
...the doors with the remote transmitter, but do not open the trunk. Some exterior lights will flash twice each time you press the button. EX, and Canadian Sport models PANIC BUTTON TRUNK UNLOCK BUTTON RELEASE BUTTON PANIC BUTTON LOCK BUTTON LOCK BUTTON U.S. UNLOCK Press this button for about 30.... When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you do not open the trunk if the key is in the ignition switch. 90 2009 Civic Sedan LX, LX-S, EX, EX-L, and Si models If you push the LOCK button twice within 30 seconds, the doors automatically relock. If you will come on the ...
Owner's Manual
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...of its three positions. On DX, U.S. EX, and Canadian Sport models, the rear seat armrest is released from inside the trunk. Folding Rear Seat Instruments and Controls On all models except DX To use it to one piece. CONTINUED 97 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Armrest ...On EX-L, Si, U.S. Pivot it down to the trunk. LX, LX-S, and Canadian DX-G models The seat-back can be ...
...of its three positions. On DX, U.S. EX, and Canadian Sport models, the rear seat armrest is released from inside the trunk. Folding Rear Seat Instruments and Controls On all models except DX To use it to one piece. CONTINUED 97 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Armrest ...On EX-L, Si, U.S. Pivot it down to the trunk. LX, LX-S, and Canadian DX-G models The seat-back can be ...
Owner's Manual
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...seat-back, pull the release under the trunk panel. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats GUIDE CENTER SHOULDER BELT Pull RELEASE On EX-L, Si, U.S. Make sure it firmly against the trunk panel. To lock the seat-back upright, push it is latched in... place by removing the belt from inside the trunk. EX, and Canadian Sport models The left and right seat-backs can move the rear center shoulder belt out of the way...be folded separately from the guide. Push the seat-back down, then let go of the seat. 98 2009 Civic Sedan
...seat-back, pull the release under the trunk panel. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats GUIDE CENTER SHOULDER BELT Pull RELEASE On EX-L, Si, U.S. Make sure it firmly against the trunk panel. To lock the seat-back upright, push it is latched in... place by removing the belt from inside the trunk. EX, and Canadian Sport models The left and right seat-backs can move the rear center shoulder belt out of the way...be folded separately from the guide. Push the seat-back down, then let go of the seat. 98 2009 Civic Sedan
Owner's Manual
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...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 Follow these precautions whenever you use the seat heaters, even on after the seat's temperature drops. The ignition switch must be in the seat.... The passenger seat is left idling for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters: HEATERS Driver's Seat SEAT HEATER SWITCHES On EX-L model Both front seats are equipped with temperature changes. In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously. Use the HI setting only to ...
...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 Follow these precautions whenever you use the seat heaters, even on after the seat's temperature drops. The ignition switch must be in the seat.... The passenger seat is left idling for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters: HEATERS Driver's Seat SEAT HEATER SWITCHES On EX-L model Both front seats are equipped with temperature changes. In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously. Use the HI setting only to ...
Owner's Manual
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... again to remove fog and frost. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is fully released (see page 59 ). 105 2009 Civic Sedan Instruments and Controls HEATED MIRROR BUTTON PARKING BRAKE LEVER On All EX-L, Canadian Sport and Si models The outside mirrors are heated to turn on the heaters by pressing the button. With...
... again to remove fog and frost. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is fully released (see page 59 ). 105 2009 Civic Sedan Instruments and Controls HEATED MIRROR BUTTON PARKING BRAKE LEVER On All EX-L, Canadian Sport and Si models The outside mirrors are heated to turn on the heaters by pressing the button. With...
Owner's Manual
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...is very hot can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in a crash, even if the passenger is intended to your passengers. The EX, EX-L, and Si models without navigation system have another accessory power socket in the center armrest. To close, lower the lid, and push it down... automotive type cigarette lighter element. To use it, pivot the armrest down until it with a firm push. Close it latches. 108 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Be careful when you or your passenger in the interior.
...is very hot can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in a crash, even if the passenger is intended to your passengers. The EX, EX-L, and Si models without navigation system have another accessory power socket in the center armrest. To close, lower the lid, and push it down... automotive type cigarette lighter element. To use it, pivot the armrest down until it with a firm push. Close it latches. 108 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Be careful when you or your passenger in the interior.
Owner's Manual
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... A/C Fan Control Dial Turn the dial clockwise to decrease them. REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON (If equipped) (All EX-L, Canadian Sport and Si models) MAX A/C BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON 110 2009 Civic Sedan The indicator in from the vehicle's interior is on . Turn the dial counterclockwise to increase the fan speed and airflow.
... A/C Fan Control Dial Turn the dial clockwise to decrease them. REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON (If equipped) (All EX-L, Canadian Sport and Si models) MAX A/C BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON 110 2009 Civic Sedan The indicator in from the vehicle's interior is on . Turn the dial counterclockwise to increase the fan speed and airflow.
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle has a different audio system, refer to its manual for operating instructions. EX-L, Si, U.S. Si model is shown. 114 2009 Civic Sedan U.S. For vehicles without navigation system U.S. For vehicles with navigation system U.S. If your vehicle's audio system. Si model is shown. EX, EX-L, and Si models with navigation system, see pages 115 through 197 . DX...
... your vehicle has a different audio system, refer to its manual for operating instructions. EX-L, Si, U.S. Si model is shown. 114 2009 Civic Sedan U.S. For vehicles without navigation system U.S. For vehicles with navigation system U.S. If your vehicle's audio system. Si model is shown. EX, EX-L, and Si models with navigation system, see pages 115 through 197 . DX...
Owner's Manual
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... selection of different types of music, XM Radio allows you to produce clear, highquality digital reception. EX, EX-L, and Si models PWR/VOL KNOB SCAN BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON AUX BUTTON Your audio system is shown. 120 2009 Civic Sedan XM Radio receives signals from two satellites to view channel and category selections in several categories...
... selection of different types of music, XM Radio allows you to produce clear, highquality digital reception. EX, EX-L, and Si models PWR/VOL KNOB SCAN BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON AUX BUTTON Your audio system is shown. 120 2009 Civic Sedan XM Radio receives signals from two satellites to view channel and category selections in several categories...
Owner's Manual
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Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing an iPod On EX-L, Si, U.S. EX, and Canadian Sport models iPod INDICATOR Features CD BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON AUX BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON TUNE/SOUND KNOB REPEAT BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON U.S. Si model is shown. 133 2009 Civic Sedan
Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing an iPod On EX-L, Si, U.S. EX, and Canadian Sport models iPod INDICATOR Features CD BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON AUX BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON TUNE/SOUND KNOB REPEAT BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON U.S. Si model is shown. 133 2009 Civic Sedan
Owner's Manual
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EX, and Canadian Sport models USB INDICATOR Features CD BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON AUX BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON TUNE/FOLDER KNOB REPEAT BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON U.S. Si model is shown. 141 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing a USB Flash Memory Device On EX-L, Si, U.S.
EX, and Canadian Sport models USB INDICATOR Features CD BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON AUX BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON TUNE/FOLDER KNOB REPEAT BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BUTTON RANDOM BUTTON U.S. Si model is shown. 141 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing a USB Flash Memory Device On EX-L, Si, U.S.
Owner's Manual
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... 60% of the load toward the front of the vehicle, all occupants, all accessories, all cargo, and the tongue load must not exceed: (DX, U.S. EX, Canadian Sport) 3,737 lbs (1,695 kg) (Si) 3,924 lbs (1,780 kg) Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR): The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle,...the first time you set up a towing combination (a fully-loaded vehicle and trailer), then recheck the tongue load whenever the conditions change. 284 2009 Civic Sedan Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): The maximum allowable weight of the trailer and 40% toward the rear, then re-adjust the load as needed....
... 60% of the load toward the front of the vehicle, all occupants, all accessories, all cargo, and the tongue load must not exceed: (DX, U.S. EX, Canadian Sport) 3,737 lbs (1,695 kg) (Si) 3,924 lbs (1,780 kg) Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR): The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle,...the first time you set up a towing combination (a fully-loaded vehicle and trailer), then recheck the tongue load whenever the conditions change. 284 2009 Civic Sedan Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): The maximum allowable weight of the trailer and 40% toward the rear, then re-adjust the load as needed....
Owner's Manual
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... it locks. 6. Put the fasteners into the holes on the trunk lid trim. Pull the trim back. 316 2009 Civic Sedan Pull the bulb straight out of the trunk lining. Reinstall the screws. 1. On all EX-L, Canadian Sport, and Si models Remove the screw from the center of the trunk seal. 8. Reinstall the socket...
... it locks. 6. Put the fasteners into the holes on the trunk lid trim. Pull the trim back. 316 2009 Civic Sedan Pull the bulb straight out of the trunk lining. Reinstall the screws. 1. On all EX-L, Canadian Sport, and Si models Remove the screw from the center of the trunk seal. 8. Reinstall the socket...
Owner's Manual
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... . 7. Test the lights to lock it one -quarter turn counterclockwise. 8. Reinstall the socket. Make sure the new bulb is working . 317 2009 Civic Sedan Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Turn it one -quarter turn counterclockwise. 2. Except Si model Maintenance 3. Pull the bulb straight out ...place. 6. Insert the socket back into the holes on the trunk lid trim. Push the new bulb straight into position. On all EX-L, Canadian Sport, and Si models SOCKET BULB SOCKET Replacing a High-mount Brake Light Bulb BULB Push the trunk lid trim back into the...
... . 7. Test the lights to lock it one -quarter turn counterclockwise. 8. Reinstall the socket. Make sure the new bulb is working . 317 2009 Civic Sedan Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Turn it one -quarter turn counterclockwise. 2. Except Si model Maintenance 3. Pull the bulb straight out ...place. 6. Insert the socket back into the holes on the trunk lid trim. Push the new bulb straight into position. On all EX-L, Canadian Sport, and Si models SOCKET BULB SOCKET Replacing a High-mount Brake Light Bulb BULB Push the trunk lid trim back into the...
Owner's Manual
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... tire sizes and cold tire pressures are on a label on the driver's doorjamb. LX, LX-S, EX, Canadian Sport) Tire Size P205/55R16 89H Cold Tire Pressure Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 325 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires If you check air pressures when the tires are hot...: 33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm ) Optional for punctures if a tire starts losing pressure. This is normal. For additional information about your tire pressures. Maintenance (EX-L, U.S. The tire will see page 367 . Do not let air out to a variation between gauges.
... tire sizes and cold tire pressures are on a label on the driver's doorjamb. LX, LX-S, EX, Canadian Sport) Tire Size P205/55R16 89H Cold Tire Pressure Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) 325 2009 Civic Sedan Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires If you check air pressures when the tires are hot...: 33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm ) Optional for punctures if a tire starts losing pressure. This is normal. For additional information about your tire pressures. Maintenance (EX-L, U.S. The tire will see page 367 . Do not let air out to a variation between gauges.