Owner's Manual
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... steering (EPS) indicator (see page 62) next to the immobilizer system indicator. 57 2009 Civic Sedan Differences for Canadian models are noted in the text. 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 ON OFF...
... steering (EPS) indicator (see page 62) next to the immobilizer system indicator. 57 2009 Civic Sedan Differences for Canadian models are noted in the text. 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 ON OFF...
Owner's Manual
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... hold it to the shortest delay ( position), the wipers change to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h). EX, and Canadian Sport models 1. Pull the Windshield Washer wiper control lever toward you turn it . The washers spray until you release the lever....Windshield Wipers and Washers The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep after you release the lever. 72 2009 Civic Sedan While the vehicle is varied automatically according to select a position. EX, and Canadian Sport On EX-L, Si, U.S. INT The wipers operate every few seconds.
... hold it to the shortest delay ( position), the wipers change to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h). EX, and Canadian Sport models 1. Pull the Windshield Washer wiper control lever toward you turn it . The washers spray until you release the lever....Windshield Wipers and Washers The wipers run at low speed, then complete one more sweep after you release the lever. 72 2009 Civic Sedan While the vehicle is varied automatically according to select a position. EX, and Canadian Sport On EX-L, Si, U.S. INT The wipers operate every few seconds.
Owner's Manual
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... before starting to drive. The defogger and antenna wires on . Push the defogger button to turn off . For more information, see page 105 . 76 2009 Civic Sedan The indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is disabled. If you turn it off, the defogger will clear fog, frost... vehicle is on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. The rear window defogger will shut itself off . EX-L, Canadian Sport, and Si On All EX-L, Canadian Sport, and Si models Push the button to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you have to turn indicators ...
... before starting to drive. The defogger and antenna wires on . Push the defogger button to turn off . For more information, see page 105 . 76 2009 Civic Sedan The indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is disabled. If you turn it off, the defogger will clear fog, frost... vehicle is on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. The rear window defogger will shut itself off . EX-L, Canadian Sport, and Si On All EX-L, Canadian Sport, and Si models Push the button to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you have to turn indicators ...
Owner's Manual
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... release handle locked when you ever have received a key number tag with your set of keys. EX, and Canadian Sport models KEY NUMBER TAG MASTER KEY WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER VALET KEY (Gray) U.S. Main Menu ...Table Of Contents Keys and Locks EX-L, Si, U.S. You should have to get a key replaced. LX, LX-S, and Canadian DX-G models KEY ... on your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. 78 2009 Civic Sedan You will need this key number if you leave your vehicle.
... release handle locked when you ever have received a key number tag with your set of keys. EX, and Canadian Sport models KEY NUMBER TAG MASTER KEY WITH REMOTE TRANSMITTER VALET KEY (Gray) U.S. Main Menu ...Table Of Contents Keys and Locks EX-L, Si, U.S. You should have to get a key replaced. LX, LX-S, and Canadian DX-G models KEY ... on your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. 78 2009 Civic Sedan You will need this key number if you leave your vehicle.
Owner's Manual
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... trunk lid. As a safety feature, your vehicle has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be shown how to use this lock. EX, and Canadian Sport models To close the trunk, press down on the remote transmitter. The valet key does not work in the direction pointed by...-G models Instruments and Controls RELEASE LEVER MASTER KEY Use the master key to prevent exhaust gas from inside. Main Menu Table Of Contents Trunk On EX-L, Si, U.S. Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging it, and to open the trunk, push the release lever in...
... trunk lid. As a safety feature, your vehicle has a release lever on the trunk latch so the trunk can be shown how to use this lock. EX, and Canadian Sport models To close the trunk, press down on the remote transmitter. The valet key does not work in the direction pointed by...-G models Instruments and Controls RELEASE LEVER MASTER KEY Use the master key to prevent exhaust gas from inside. Main Menu Table Of Contents Trunk On EX-L, Si, U.S. Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging it, and to open the trunk, push the release lever in...
Owner's Manual
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...flash for about 1 second to the ON (II) position. On EX-L, Si, U.S. EX, and Canadian Sport models LOCK Press this button once to open any door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch. 90 2009 Civic Sedan On U.S. the horn will sound and the exterior lights will...the doors are locked. Some exterior lights will also set . You cannot open any other doors. Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter EX-L, Si, U.S. LX, LX-S, EX, EX-L, and Si models If you push the LOCK button twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a horn to verify that the security ...
...flash for about 1 second to the ON (II) position. On EX-L, Si, U.S. EX, and Canadian Sport models LOCK Press this button once to open any door is not fully closed or the key is in the ignition switch. 90 2009 Civic Sedan On U.S. the horn will sound and the exterior lights will...the doors are locked. Some exterior lights will also set . You cannot open any other doors. Main Menu Table Of Contents Remote Transmitter EX-L, Si, U.S. LX, LX-S, EX, EX-L, and Si models If you push the LOCK button twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a horn to verify that the security ...
Owner's Manual
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On DX, U.S. LX, LX-S, and Canadian DX-G models The seat-back can be folded down as an armrest, slide it to one piece. CONTINUED 97 2009 Civic Sedan Pivot it . Folding Rear Seat Instruments and Controls On all models except DX To use it down , giving you direct access to use the ...console lid as one of its three positions. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Armrest On EX-L, Si, U.S. The seat-back is in the center of the rear seat folds down to the trunk. The back of the rear seat...
On DX, U.S. LX, LX-S, and Canadian DX-G models The seat-back can be folded down as an armrest, slide it to one piece. CONTINUED 97 2009 Civic Sedan Pivot it . Folding Rear Seat Instruments and Controls On all models except DX To use it down , giving you direct access to use the ...console lid as one of its three positions. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats Armrest On EX-L, Si, U.S. The seat-back is in the center of the rear seat folds down to the trunk. The back of the rear seat...
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Make sure it firmly against the trunk panel. EX, and Canadian Sport models The left and right seat-backs can move the rear center shoulder belt out of the way by pulling on the ... trunk. When storing cargo, you can be folded separately from the guide. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats GUIDE CENTER SHOULDER BELT Pull RELEASE On EX-L, Si, U.S. Push the seat-back down, then let go of the seat. 98 2009 Civic Sedan
Make sure it firmly against the trunk panel. EX, and Canadian Sport models The left and right seat-backs can move the rear center shoulder belt out of the way by pulling on the ... trunk. When storing cargo, you can be folded separately from the guide. Main Menu Table Of Contents Seats GUIDE CENTER SHOULDER BELT Pull RELEASE On EX-L, Si, U.S. Push the seat-back down, then let go of the seat. 98 2009 Civic Sedan
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...The ignition switch must be in the seat bottom because of the side airbag cutoff system. It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting. 100 2009 Civic Sedan The passenger seat is left idling for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters, even on after the seat's temperature drops. ... battery. If the engine is only heated in the ON (II) position to use the seat heaters: HEATERS Driver's Seat SEAT HEATER SWITCHES On EX-L model Both front seats are equipped with temperature changes. This will keep the seat warm. In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously. It ...
...The ignition switch must be in the seat bottom because of the side airbag cutoff system. It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting. 100 2009 Civic Sedan The passenger seat is left idling for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters, even on after the seat's temperature drops. ... battery. If the engine is only heated in the ON (II) position to use the seat heaters: HEATERS Driver's Seat SEAT HEATER SWITCHES On EX-L model Both front seats are equipped with temperature changes. This will keep the seat warm. In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously. It ...
Owner's Manual
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... Heated Mirrors Parking Brake Driving the vehicle with the parking brake on. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is fully released (see page 59 ). 105 2009 Civic Sedan With the ignition switch in the button comes on the heaters by pressing the button. The parking brake indicator on and off . Pressing this... parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. 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 as a reminder.
... Heated Mirrors Parking Brake Driving the vehicle with the parking brake on. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is fully released (see page 59 ). 105 2009 Civic Sedan With the ignition switch in the button comes on the heaters by pressing the button. The parking brake indicator on and off . Pressing this... parking brake, pull the lever up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. 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 as a reminder.
Owner's Manual
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...hot can scald you are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps). To use it, pivot the armrest down until it latches. 108 2009 Civic Sedan To open glove box can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior. Open the front beverage holder by pulling the... power socket, the ignition switch must be 120 watts or less (10 amps). A spilled liquid that are using the beverage holders. The EX, EX-L, and Si models without navigation system have another accessory power socket in the center armrest. Spilled liquids can cause serious injury to the left....
...hot can scald you are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps). To use it, pivot the armrest down until it latches. 108 2009 Civic Sedan To open glove box can damage the upholstery, carpeting, and electrical components in the interior. Open the front beverage holder by pulling the... power socket, the ignition switch must be 120 watts or less (10 amps). A spilled liquid that are using the beverage holders. The EX, EX-L, and Si models without navigation system have another accessory power socket in the center armrest. Spilled liquids can cause serious injury to the left....
Owner's Manual
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... air mode). Recirculation Button When the recirculation indicator is on . 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 Turn the dial counterclockwise to increase the fan speed and airflow. The indicator in from the vehicle's interior is...
... air mode). Recirculation Button When the recirculation indicator is on . 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 Turn the dial counterclockwise to increase the fan speed and airflow. The indicator in from the vehicle's interior is...
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... to use your vehicle's audio system. EX, EX-L, and Si models with navigation system, see pages 115 through 197 . EX-L, Si, U.S. For vehicles without navigation system U.S. LX, LX-S, EX, Canadian DX, DX-G, and Sport models without navigation system, see pages 149 through 148 . Si model is shown. 114 2009 Civic Sedan Si model is shown. Main...
... to use your vehicle's audio system. EX, EX-L, and Si models with navigation system, see pages 115 through 197 . EX-L, Si, U.S. For vehicles without navigation system U.S. LX, LX-S, EX, Canadian DX, DX-G, and Sport models without navigation system, see pages 149 through 148 . Si model is shown. 114 2009 Civic Sedan Si model is shown. Main...
Owner's Manual
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XM is shown. 120 2009 Civic Sedan It offers many channels in the display. XM Radio receives signals from two satellites to view channel and category selections in several categories. Along ... 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 Optional on U.S. EX, EX-L, and Si models PWR/VOL KNOB SCAN BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON AUX BUTTON Your audio system is capable of XM Satellite Radio , Inc.
XM is shown. 120 2009 Civic Sedan It offers many channels in the display. XM Radio receives signals from two satellites to view channel and category selections in several categories. Along ... 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 Optional on U.S. EX, EX-L, and Si models PWR/VOL KNOB SCAN BUTTON DISPLAY BUTTON AUX BUTTON Your audio system is capable of XM Satellite Radio , Inc.
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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Si model is shown. 141 2009 Civic Sedan 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. Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models without navigation system) Playing a USB Flash Memory Device On EX-L, Si, U.S.
Si model is shown. 141 2009 Civic Sedan 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. 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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... rear axle (Si) 2,094 lbs (950 kg) on the front axle 1,830 lbs (830 kg) on the rear axle (EX-L, U.S. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): The maximum allowable weight of the trailer and 40% toward the front of the vehicle, all... that vehicle and trailer weights are within limits is : (DX, U.S. LX, LX-S, Canadian DX-G) 3,671 lbs (1,665 kg) (EX-L, U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer To achieve a proper tongue load, start by loading 60% of the load toward ... fully-loaded vehicle and trailer), then recheck the tongue load whenever the conditions change. 284 2009 Civic Sedan
... rear axle (Si) 2,094 lbs (950 kg) on the front axle 1,830 lbs (830 kg) on the rear axle (EX-L, U.S. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): The maximum allowable weight of the trailer and 40% toward the front of the vehicle, all... that vehicle and trailer weights are within limits is : (DX, U.S. LX, LX-S, Canadian DX-G) 3,671 lbs (1,665 kg) (EX-L, U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Towing a Trailer To achieve a proper tongue load, start by loading 60% of the load toward ... fully-loaded vehicle and trailer), then recheck the tongue load whenever the conditions change. 284 2009 Civic Sedan
Owner's Manual
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... the bulb straight out of the trunk seal. 8. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it is working. 7. Pull the trim back. 316 2009 Civic Sedan Put the fasteners into the socket until it bottoms. 5. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Trunk Lid) BULB BULBS SOCKETS... holes on the trunk lid trim. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is installed under the edge of its socket. On all EX-L, Canadian Sport, and Si models Remove the screw from the center of each fastener on the side of the trunk lining. Make sure it one...
... the bulb straight out of the trunk seal. 8. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it is working. 7. Pull the trim back. 316 2009 Civic Sedan Put the fasteners into the socket until it bottoms. 5. Main Menu Table Of Contents Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Trunk Lid) BULB BULBS SOCKETS... holes on the trunk lid trim. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is installed under the edge of its socket. On all EX-L, Canadian Sport, and Si models Remove the screw from the center of each fastener on the side of the trunk lining. Make sure it one...
Owner's Manual
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...counterclockwise. 8. Put the fasteners into the light assembly. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Make sure the new bulb is working . 317 2009 Civic Sedan Turn it clockwise to make sure the new bulb is working . 7. Except Si model Maintenance 3. Push the new bulb straight into position. Reinstall...it locks. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Insert the socket back into the holes on the trunk lid trim. 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 socket...
...counterclockwise. 8. Put the fasteners into the light assembly. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Make sure the new bulb is working . 317 2009 Civic Sedan Turn it clockwise to make sure the new bulb is working . 7. Except Si model Maintenance 3. Push the new bulb straight into position. Reinstall...it locks. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Insert the socket back into the holes on the trunk lid trim. 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 socket...
Owner's Manual
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...While tubeless tires have some ability to a variation between gauges. 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 You should look closely for punctures if a tire starts losing pressure. ...cm ) The compact spare tire pressure is normal. The tire will see page 367 . For additional information about your tire pressures. Maintenance (EX-L, U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires If you check air pressures when the tires are hot [driven for several miles (kilometers)], you should...
...While tubeless tires have some ability to a variation between gauges. 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 You should look closely for punctures if a tire starts losing pressure. ...cm ) The compact spare tire pressure is normal. The tire will see page 367 . For additional information about your tire pressures. Maintenance (EX-L, U.S. Main Menu Table Of Contents Tires If you check air pressures when the tires are hot [driven for several miles (kilometers)], you should...