Owner's Manual
Page 1
Several warranties protect your investment. i 2009 Civic Sedan It will learn how to your driving trouble-free while it at any questions and concerns. As you read this owner's manual in the instrument panel helps to answer any time. This information is preceded by a symbol. ... read this manual, you will be pleased to keep your vehicle. Maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in your vehicle so you avoid damage to it preserves your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you years of a 2009 Honda Civic was a wise...
Several warranties protect your investment. i 2009 Civic Sedan It will learn how to your driving trouble-free while it at any questions and concerns. As you read this owner's manual in the instrument panel helps to answer any time. This information is preceded by a symbol. ... read this manual, you will be pleased to keep your vehicle. Maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in your vehicle so you avoid damage to it preserves your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you years of a 2009 Honda Civic was a wise...
Owner's Manual
Page 3
Of course, it iii 2009 Civic Sedan Safety Headings such as Driver and Passenger Safety. and one of forms, including: Safety Labels on labels and in a variety of Safety Messages preceded ... could hurt you make informed decisions about all the hazards associated with important safety information carefully. You will find this important safety information in this manual. This entire book is not practical or possible to use your vehicle. To help you or others , is an important responsibility. Safety Section such as...
Of course, it iii 2009 Civic Sedan Safety Headings such as Driver and Passenger Safety. and one of forms, including: Safety Labels on labels and in a variety of Safety Messages preceded ... could hurt you make informed decisions about all the hazards associated with important safety information carefully. You will find this important safety information in this manual. This entire book is not practical or possible to use your vehicle. To help you or others , is an important responsibility. Safety Section such as...
Owner's Manual
Page 4
S. only) (how to the Civic GX. 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 00X31-SNA..., steering wheel, security, and cruise control) ...109 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...377 Authorized Manuals (U. in, and cargo loading) ...247 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...263 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...289...
S. only) (how to the Civic GX. 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 00X31-SNA..., steering wheel, security, and cruise control) ...109 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ...377 Authorized Manuals (U. in, and cargo loading) ...247 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...263 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...289...
Owner's Manual
Page 5
... belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on how to contact us for detailed information. Refer to order manuals and other cargo. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use the controls on how to check them . and Canada...'re planning to the dealer for maintenance service. Main Menu Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the fuel pump. 2 2009 Civic Sedan Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to start the engine, shift the ...
... belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on how to contact us for detailed information. Refer to order manuals and other cargo. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use the controls on how to check them . and Canada...'re planning to the dealer for maintenance service. Main Menu Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the fuel pump. 2 2009 Civic Sedan Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to start the engine, shift the ...
Owner's Manual
Page 6
...) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.101) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.249) TRUNK RELEASE 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
...) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.101) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.249) TRUNK RELEASE 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
Owner's Manual
Page 7
...) BLUETOOH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS 4 (P.213) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.250) NAVAGATION SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS 4 Vehicle with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. 4 2009 Civic Sedan STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT HORN (P.77) 1 CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.208) 2 1: 2: 3: 4: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel...
...) BLUETOOH HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS 4 (P.213) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.250) NAVAGATION SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS 4 Vehicle with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. 4 2009 Civic Sedan STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT HORN (P.77) 1 CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.208) 2 1: 2: 3: 4: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel...
Owner's Manual
Page 9
... of such problems, check your seat belts, and wear them , or are designed to follow all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 291 ). 6 2009 Civic Sedan Be sure to supplement seat belts, not replace them. Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can cause...to occupants who sit too close to them properly (see pages 33 Be Aware of the maximum speed posted. Keep Your Vehicle in this manual. Airbags are not properly restrained. To reduce the possibility of collisions. Infants, young children, and short adults are the ones we consider ...
... of such problems, check your seat belts, and wear them , or are designed to follow all regularly scheduled maintenance (see page 291 ). 6 2009 Civic Sedan Be sure to supplement seat belts, not replace them. Generally, the higher the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can cause...to occupants who sit too close to them properly (see pages 33 Be Aware of the maximum speed posted. Keep Your Vehicle in this manual. Airbags are not properly restrained. To reduce the possibility of collisions. Infants, young children, and short adults are the ones we consider ...
Owner's Manual
Page 52
...Driver and Passenger Safety Physically, a child must be properly restrained in a back seat. Move the vehicle seat to : Carefully read the owner's manual, and make sure you should not sit in front. If any part of a larger child's body is unrestrained, improperly restrained, sitting too close ...to follow the rules, including sitting properly, and wearing the seat belt properly throughout a ride. 49 2009 Civic Sedan And while age may be reminded to a child who is in the path of position. Check that the child's seat belt is ...
...Driver and Passenger Safety Physically, a child must be properly restrained in a back seat. Move the vehicle seat to : Carefully read the owner's manual, and make sure you should not sit in front. If any part of a larger child's body is unrestrained, improperly restrained, sitting too close ...to follow the rules, including sitting properly, and wearing the seat belt properly throughout a ride. 49 2009 Civic Sedan And while age may be reminded to a child who is in the path of position. Check that the child's seat belt is ...
Owner's Manual
Page 59
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
Owner's Manual
Page 65
... Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator If equipped VSA Activation Indicator If equipped Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator Si and Canadian DX-G with manual transmission models This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. The ... stability assist (VSA) system. 2. This indicator normally comes on again while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to steer. 62 2009 Civic Sedan This indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Take your vehicle still has normal ...
... Stability Assist (VSA) System Indicator If equipped VSA Activation Indicator If equipped Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator Si and Canadian DX-G with manual transmission models This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. The ... stability assist (VSA) system. 2. This indicator normally comes on again while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to steer. 62 2009 Civic Sedan This indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Take your vehicle still has normal ...
Owner's Manual
Page 74
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 ...
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 ...
Owner's Manual
Page 117
DX. Read the appropriate pages (as shown below) to use your vehicle has a different audio system, refer to its manual for operating instructions. EX-L, Si, U.S. For vehicles without navigation system U.S. Si model is shown. For vehicles with 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 EX, EX-L, and Si models with navigation system, see pages 115 through 197 . U.S. If your vehicle's audio system. Main Menu Table Of...
DX. Read the appropriate pages (as shown below) to use your vehicle has a different audio system, refer to its manual for operating instructions. EX-L, Si, U.S. For vehicles without navigation system U.S. Si model is shown. For vehicles with 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 EX, EX-L, and Si models with navigation system, see pages 115 through 197 . U.S. If your vehicle's audio system. Main Menu Table Of...
Owner's Manual
Page 134
.... Insert a different disc. The audio system will try to a dealer. Error Message HEAT ERROR UNSUPPORT FORMAT BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNER'S MANUAL PUSH EJECT BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNER'S MANUAL Cause High Temperature Track/File format not supported Solution Will disappear when the temperature returns to play the disc. If the code... Messages The chart on damaged discs, see an error message in the display while playing a disc. Features Mechanical Error Servo Error : Except Si model 131 2009 Civic Sedan
.... Insert a different disc. The audio system will try to a dealer. Error Message HEAT ERROR UNSUPPORT FORMAT BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNER'S MANUAL PUSH EJECT BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNER'S MANUAL Cause High Temperature Track/File format not supported Solution Will disappear when the temperature returns to play the disc. If the code... Messages The chart on damaged discs, see an error message in the display while playing a disc. Features Mechanical Error Servo Error : Except Si model 131 2009 Civic Sedan
Owner's Manual
Page 143
... the device. Appears when an unsupported device is a problem with the USB adapter unit. Error Message USB ERROR BAD USB DEVICE PLEASE CHECK OWNERS MANUAL NO SONG UNSUPPORTED Cause USB ROM Error Solution There is connected. Then, turn the audio system off, and turn it appears when a supported iPod...Appears when an unsupported iPod is empty. If you see an error message on again. Appears when the overcurrent protection feature of iPod 140 2009 Civic Sedan If it on the audio display while playing an iPod, find the solution in the chart to the right. Abnormal power souce No ...
... the device. Appears when an unsupported device is a problem with the USB adapter unit. Error Message USB ERROR BAD USB DEVICE PLEASE CHECK OWNERS MANUAL NO SONG UNSUPPORTED Cause USB ROM Error Solution There is connected. Then, turn the audio system off, and turn it appears when a supported iPod...Appears when an unsupported iPod is empty. If you see an error message on again. Appears when the overcurrent protection feature of iPod 140 2009 Civic Sedan If it on the audio display while playing an iPod, find the solution in the chart to the right. Abnormal power souce No ...
Owner's Manual
Page 151
... playing a USB flash memory device, find the solution in the USB flash memory device. Error Message USB ERROR BAD USB DEVICE PLEASE CHECK OWNERS MANUAL Cause USB ROM Error Solution There is connected. Then, turn the audio system off, and turn it appears when the supported device is connected, ... USB flash memory device are no MP3, WMA, or AAC files in USB flash memory device UNSUPPORTED Use of unsupported USB flash memory device 148 2009 Civic Sedan Appears when an unsupported device is a problem with the USB adapter unit. If you see an error message on again. Appears when the...
... playing a USB flash memory device, find the solution in the USB flash memory device. Error Message USB ERROR BAD USB DEVICE PLEASE CHECK OWNERS MANUAL Cause USB ROM Error Solution There is connected. Then, turn the audio system off, and turn it appears when the supported device is connected, ... USB flash memory device are no MP3, WMA, or AAC files in USB flash memory device UNSUPPORTED Use of unsupported USB flash memory device 148 2009 Civic Sedan Appears when an unsupported device is a problem with the USB adapter unit. If you see an error message on again. Appears when the...
Owner's Manual
Page 152
Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models with navigation system) Voice Control System In addition to the standard audio controls, the audio system in your vehicle can be operated using the voice control system. Si model is shown. 149 2009 Civic Sedan Playing the AM/FM Radio FM2 ICON FM1 ICON AM ICON Features AM/FM BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON AUTO SELECT ICON BACKGROUND ICON SOUND ICON TUNE BAR PRESET BUTTONS U.S. See the navigation section in your Quick Start Guide for an overview of this system, and the Navigation System Manual for complete details.
Main Menu Table Of Contents Audio System (Models with navigation system) Voice Control System In addition to the standard audio controls, the audio system in your vehicle can be operated using the voice control system. Si model is shown. 149 2009 Civic Sedan Playing the AM/FM Radio FM2 ICON FM1 ICON AM ICON Features AM/FM BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON AUTO SELECT ICON BACKGROUND ICON SOUND ICON TUNE BAR PRESET BUTTONS U.S. See the navigation section in your Quick Start Guide for an overview of this system, and the Navigation System Manual for complete details.
Owner's Manual
Page 208
...'s serial number in this , you will start over; It is on the system. To make a mistake entering the code, do this owner's manual. If this card in the frequency display the next time you turn on the radio code card included in 10 attempts, you must then leave... audio system's code and serial numbers. complete the sequence, then enter the correct code. If you make it is nearly impossible. Features 205 2009 Civic Sedan Use the preset buttons (icons on for any reason. When it work without knowing the exact code is entered correctly, the radio will see...
...'s serial number in this , you will start over; It is on the system. To make a mistake entering the code, do this owner's manual. If this card in the frequency display the next time you turn on the radio code card included in 10 attempts, you must then leave... audio system's code and serial numbers. complete the sequence, then enter the correct code. If you make it is nearly impossible. Features 205 2009 Civic Sedan Use the preset buttons (icons on for any reason. When it work without knowing the exact code is entered correctly, the radio will see...
Owner's Manual
Page 209
... the H (preset 1) button until the numbers advance to the desired time. You can quickly set time. Refer to the navigation system manual for how to adjust the time. 206 2009 Civic Sedan If the displayed time is before the half hour, pressing the CLOCK (AM/FM) button until the displayed time begins to...
... the H (preset 1) button until the numbers advance to the desired time. You can quickly set time. Refer to the navigation system manual for how to adjust the time. 206 2009 Civic Sedan If the displayed time is before the half hour, pressing the CLOCK (AM/FM) button until the displayed time begins to...
Owner's Manual
Page 210
...the trunk with the key, driver's lock tab, door lock master switch, or remote transmitter. The horn sounds and a combination of the monitor display, manually check the hood. To reset an activated system before the 2 minutes have elapsed, unlock the driver's door with the trunk release handle. The security system... not set , the horn will beep once. This alarm continues for 2 minutes, then it is not fully closed . The alarm will cause it . 207 2009 Civic Sedan It also alarms if the radio is removed from the dashboard or the wiring is set , you must lock the doors from theft. If...
...the trunk with the key, driver's lock tab, door lock master switch, or remote transmitter. The horn sounds and a combination of the monitor display, manually check the hood. To reset an activated system before the 2 minutes have elapsed, unlock the driver's door with the trunk release handle. The security system... not set , the horn will beep once. This alarm continues for 2 minutes, then it is not fully closed . The alarm will cause it . 207 2009 Civic Sedan It also alarms if the radio is removed from the dashboard or the wiring is set , you must lock the doors from theft. If...
Owner's Manual
Page 215
...receive calls in HFL from your cellular phonebook to HFL. If your phone's owner's manual for information. Using the navigation system, you can make a call directly and store a ...desired number in your vehicle without holding the phone. Visit handsfreelink.honda.com, or call (888) 9-HONDA-9. You can then automatically dial any name or number in use, a voice command...HFL system will hear two short beeps, and the HFL system has no prompt. 212 2009 Civic Sedan The microphone is in the phonebook. This allows you press the navigation Talk button....
...receive calls in HFL from your cellular phonebook to HFL. If your phone's owner's manual for information. Using the navigation system, you can make a call directly and store a ...desired number in your vehicle without holding the phone. Visit handsfreelink.honda.com, or call (888) 9-HONDA-9. You can then automatically dial any name or number in use, a voice command...HFL system will hear two short beeps, and the HFL system has no prompt. 212 2009 Civic Sedan The microphone is in the phonebook. This allows you press the navigation Talk button....