Owner's Manual
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..., models. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved * Not available on your particular model. This owner's manual covers all models Navigation Key QRG TOC Index 2012 Civic Coupe Contents 2 Safe Driving P. 23 For Safe Driving P. 24 Seat Belts P. 28 Airbags P. 35 2 Instrument Panel P. 65 Indicators P. 66 Gauges and Displays P. 78 2 Controls P. 97 Setting the Clock P. 98 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 99 Opening and Closing the Moonroof * P. 113 Adjusting the Seats P. 123 2 Features P. 139 Audio System * P. 140 Bluetooth...
..., models. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved * Not available on your particular model. This owner's manual covers all models Navigation Key QRG TOC Index 2012 Civic Coupe Contents 2 Safe Driving P. 23 For Safe Driving P. 24 Seat Belts P. 28 Airbags P. 35 2 Instrument Panel P. 65 Indicators P. 66 Gauges and Displays P. 78 2 Controls P. 97 Setting the Clock P. 98 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 99 Opening and Closing the Moonroof * P. 113 Adjusting the Seats P. 123 2 Features P. 139 Audio System * P. 140 Bluetooth...
Owner's Manual
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... Windows P. 111 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 122 Heating and Cooling * P. 136 Instrument Panel Controls Audio Error Messages * P. 168 General Information on the Audio System * P. 170 Features Driving When Driving P. 204 Accessories and Modifications P. 231 Braking P. 222 Parking Your Vehicle P. 226 Maintenance Maintenance Under the Hood P. 245 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 274 Cleaning P. 286 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 262 Battery P. 283 Handling the Unexpected Remote Transmitter Care * P. 284 Information Engine Does Not Start P. 300 Fuses P. 312 Jump Starting P. 301 Emergency Towing...
... Windows P. 111 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 122 Heating and Cooling * P. 136 Instrument Panel Controls Audio Error Messages * P. 168 General Information on the Audio System * P. 170 Features Driving When Driving P. 204 Accessories and Modifications P. 231 Braking P. 222 Parking Your Vehicle P. 226 Maintenance Maintenance Under the Hood P. 245 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 274 Cleaning P. 286 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 262 Battery P. 283 Handling the Unexpected Remote Transmitter Care * P. 284 Information Engine Does Not Start P. 300 Fuses P. 312 Jump Starting P. 301 Emergency Towing...
Owner's Manual
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...) ❙ System Indicators (P66) ❙ Gauges (P78) ❙ Information Display * (P80) ❙ Multi-Information Display * (P82) ❙ Hazard Warning Button ❙ Audio System * (P140) ❙ Navigation System * () See Navigation System Manual ❙ Heating and Cooling * System (P136) Index Home ❙ Rear Window Defogger (P120) ❙ Heated Mirror Button * (P120) ❙ Seat Heater Switches * (P135) ❙ Ignition Switch (P114) ❙ Steering Wheel Adjustments (P121) ❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System...
...) ❙ System Indicators (P66) ❙ Gauges (P78) ❙ Information Display * (P80) ❙ Multi-Information Display * (P82) ❙ Hazard Warning Button ❙ Audio System * (P140) ❙ Navigation System * () See Navigation System Manual ❙ Heating and Cooling * System (P136) Index Home ❙ Rear Window Defogger (P120) ❙ Heated Mirror Button * (P120) ❙ Seat Heater Switches * (P135) ❙ Ignition Switch (P114) ❙ Steering Wheel Adjustments (P121) ❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System...
Owner's Manual
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... Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Gauges (P78)/Information Display * (P80)/ Multi-Information Display * (P82)/System Indicators (P66) 2.4 ℓ engine models System Indicators Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator High Temperature Indicator Low Temperature Indicator Low Fuel Indicator Speedometer i-VTEC Indicator REV Indicator Ambient Meter * Instant Fuel Economy Gauge * Fuel Gauge Security System Alarm Indicator * Shift Lever Position Indicator * Seat Belt Reminder Indicator Supplemental Restraint System Indicator Side Airbag...
... Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Gauges (P78)/Information Display * (P80)/ Multi-Information Display * (P82)/System Indicators (P66) 2.4 ℓ engine models System Indicators Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator High Temperature Indicator Low Temperature Indicator Low Fuel Indicator Speedometer i-VTEC Indicator REV Indicator Ambient Meter * Instant Fuel Economy Gauge * Fuel Gauge Security System Alarm Indicator * Shift Lever Position Indicator * Seat Belt Reminder Indicator Supplemental Restraint System Indicator Side Airbag...
Owner's Manual
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... to increase engine braking (the transmission is locked in 2nd gear) First Used to further increase engine braking (the transmission is locked in 1st gear) Release Button Shift Lever 2 1 Depress the brake pedal and press the release button to move the shift lever. Press the release button to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. Index Home 15 Driving ● Shifting (P197) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Manual Transmission (P210) Automatic Transmission (P208) ● Shift to...
... to increase engine braking (the transmission is locked in 2nd gear) First Used to further increase engine braking (the transmission is locked in 1st gear) Release Button Shift Lever 2 1 Depress the brake pedal and press the release button to move the shift lever. Press the release button to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. Index Home 15 Driving ● Shifting (P197) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Manual Transmission (P210) Automatic Transmission (P208) ● Shift to...
Owner's Manual
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... all models Refueling (P227) Fuel recommendation: 1.8 ℓ engine models Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or higher required 2.4 ℓ engine models Premium unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 91 or higher recommended Fuel tank capacity: 13.2 US gal (50 L) Cruise Control * (P213) ● Cruise control allows you to remove the cap. ● TPMS monitors tire pressure. ● TPMS is turned on automatically every time you start the engine. ● To turn...
... all models Refueling (P227) Fuel recommendation: 1.8 ℓ engine models Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or higher required 2.4 ℓ engine models Premium unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 91 or higher recommended Fuel tank capacity: 13.2 US gal (50 L) Cruise Control * (P213) ● Cruise control allows you to remove the cap. ● TPMS monitors tire pressure. ● TPMS is turned on automatically every time you start the engine. ● To turn...
Owner's Manual
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Automatic transmission models position. All models Index Home If you to ACCESSORY (q , turn . 114 * Not available on the multi-information display *: • In LOCK (0 : REMOVE KEY. • In ACCESSORY (q : RETURN IGNITION SWITCH TO LOCK (0) POSITION The buzzer will stop when you let go of the vehicle. The switch returns to lose control of the key. The steering wheel will sound to remind you open the driver's door when the key is in...
Automatic transmission models position. All models Index Home If you to ACCESSORY (q , turn . 114 * Not available on the multi-information display *: • In LOCK (0 : REMOVE KEY. • In ACCESSORY (q : RETURN IGNITION SWITCH TO LOCK (0) POSITION The buzzer will stop when you let go of the vehicle. The switch returns to lose control of the key. The steering wheel will sound to remind you open the driver's door when the key is in...
Owner's Manual
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... Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Turn Signals Turn Signals Right Turn 2012 Civic Coupe The turn signals can be on. 2 Lights On Indicator P. 73 Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off , regardless of the position of the ignition switch. ■ High beams Push the lever forward until you remove the key from the ignition switch while the lights are on, the lights on indicator in the instrument panel will cause the battery...
... Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Turn Signals Turn Signals Right Turn 2012 Civic Coupe The turn signals can be on. 2 Lights On Indicator P. 73 Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off , regardless of the position of the ignition switch. ■ High beams Push the lever forward until you remove the key from the ignition switch while the lights are on, the lights on indicator in the instrument panel will cause the battery...
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.... If you turn the light switch to LOCK (0 with anything; When you turn the ignition switch to #Y , the headlights and other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn on the lights manually when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in ON (w . The lights turn off . uu Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Light Switches QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Automatic Lighting Control * Automatic lighting control can change the AUTO light sensitivity and automatic lighting off timer setting using the multiinformation display. 2 Customized Features P. 86...
.... If you turn the light switch to LOCK (0 with anything; When you turn the ignition switch to #Y , the headlights and other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn on the lights manually when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in ON (w . The lights turn off . uu Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Light Switches QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Automatic Lighting Control * Automatic lighting control can change the AUTO light sensitivity and automatic lighting off timer setting using the multiinformation display. 2 Customized Features P. 86...
Owner's Manual
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... when the headlights turn off, or when the daytime running lights are on, the indicator in . • The parking brake is released. The high beam headlights return to use the fog lights. 1 Fog Lights 2012 Civic Coupe QRG When the fog lights are on. 2 Fog Light Indicator * P. 73 TOC Fog Light Switch Controls Daytime Running Lights The high beam headlights come on slightly dimmer than normal when the following conditions have been met: • The ignition switch is in...
... when the headlights turn off, or when the daytime running lights are on, the indicator in . • The parking brake is released. The high beam headlights return to use the fog lights. 1 Fog Lights 2012 Civic Coupe QRG When the fog lights are on. 2 Fog Light Indicator * P. 73 TOC Fog Light Switch Controls Daytime Running Lights The high beam headlights come on slightly dimmer than normal when the following conditions have been met: • The ignition switch is in...
Owner's Manual
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... of power, so turn it difficult to damage the heating wires. The rear defogger and heated door mirrors automatically switch off when the window has been defogged. The ECON mode helps you improve your fuel economy by adjusting the performance of the rear window, be careful not to start the engine. It is idling. NOTICE 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button When cleaning the inside of the engine, transmission, heating and cooling system, and cruise control. 120...
... of power, so turn it difficult to damage the heating wires. The rear defogger and heated door mirrors automatically switch off when the window has been defogged. The ECON mode helps you improve your fuel economy by adjusting the performance of the rear window, be careful not to start the engine. It is idling. NOTICE 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button When cleaning the inside of the engine, transmission, heating and cooling system, and cruise control. 120...
Owner's Manual
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Brake Pedal Automatic transmission models TOC Driving Clutch Pedal 2. Then depress the brake pedal with your foot firmly on all electrical accessories such as the lights, heating and cooling * system, and rear defogger in order to start it is applied. 1 Starting the Engine 2012 Civic Coupe Keep your right foot, and the clutch pedal with the engine or exhaust system. Check that the shift lever is harder to start the engine. Make sure the parking brake is safer...
Brake Pedal Automatic transmission models TOC Driving Clutch Pedal 2. Then depress the brake pedal with your foot firmly on all electrical accessories such as the lights, heating and cooling * system, and rear defogger in order to start it is applied. 1 Starting the Engine 2012 Civic Coupe Keep your right foot, and the clutch pedal with the engine or exhaust system. Check that the shift lever is harder to start the engine. Make sure the parking brake is safer...
Owner's Manual
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... ACCESSORY (q or LOCK (0 while driving, the engine will shut down and all steering and brake power assist functions will lose engine braking (and acceleration) performance. ■ Other Precautions If there is a strong impact with potholes. 206 TOC Driving During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of the vehicle for the first 200 miles (300 km). You should also follow this when the brake pads are replaced. 2.4 ℓ engine models...
... ACCESSORY (q or LOCK (0 while driving, the engine will shut down and all steering and brake power assist functions will lose engine braking (and acceleration) performance. ■ Other Precautions If there is a strong impact with potholes. 206 TOC Driving During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of the vehicle for the first 200 miles (300 km). You should also follow this when the brake pads are replaced. 2.4 ℓ engine models...
Owner's Manual
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...chapter discusses basic maintenance. Before Performing Maintenance Inspection and Maintenance ...234 Safety When Performing Maintenance...235 Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ...236 Maintenance Minder™ ...237 Maintenance Under the Hood Index Home Maintenance Items Under the Hood...245 Opening the Hood ...247 Recommended Engine Oil ...248 Oil Check ...249 Adding Engine Oil ...251 Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...252 Engine Coolant ...255 Transmission Fluid...257 Brake/Clutch Fluid...260 Refilling Window Washer Fluid...261 Replacing Light Bulbs ...262 Checking and...
...chapter discusses basic maintenance. Before Performing Maintenance Inspection and Maintenance ...234 Safety When Performing Maintenance...235 Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ...236 Maintenance Minder™ ...237 Maintenance Under the Hood Index Home Maintenance Items Under the Hood...245 Opening the Hood ...247 Recommended Engine Oil ...248 Oil Check ...249 Adding Engine Oil ...251 Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...252 Engine Coolant ...255 Transmission Fluid...257 Brake/Clutch Fluid...260 Refilling Window Washer Fluid...261 Replacing Light Bulbs ...262 Checking and...
Owner's Manual
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... the display is reset, change the engine oil every year. # : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty. * Not available on all fluid levels and condition of fluids Inspect exhaust system# Inspect fuel lines and connections# CODE 1 2 3 4 5 Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element*2 Replace dust and pollen filter *,*3 Inspect drive belt Replace transmission fluid Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Replace engine coolant TOC Maintenance *2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km...
... the display is reset, change the engine oil every year. # : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty. * Not available on all fluid levels and condition of fluids Inspect exhaust system# Inspect fuel lines and connections# CODE 1 2 3 4 5 Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element*2 Replace dust and pollen filter *,*3 Inspect drive belt Replace transmission fluid Replace spark plugs Inspect valve clearance Replace engine coolant TOC Maintenance *2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km...
Owner's Manual
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... Items Replace engine oil*1 Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes/service as necessary Check parking brake adjustment Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots Inspect suspension components Inspect driveshaft boots Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA) Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids Inspect exhaust system# Inspect fuel lines and connections# CODE 1 2 3 4 5 Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element*2 Replace dust and pollen filter*3 Inspect drive belt Replace transmission fluid Replace spark plugs...
... Items Replace engine oil*1 Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes/service as necessary Check parking brake adjustment Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots Inspect suspension components Inspect driveshaft boots Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA) Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids Inspect exhaust system# Inspect fuel lines and connections# CODE 1 2 3 4 5 Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element*2 Replace dust and pollen filter*3 Inspect drive belt Replace transmission fluid Replace spark plugs...
Owner's Manual
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... Jack ...141 Average Fuel Economy ...81, 84 Average Speed ...84 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ...224 Accessories and Modifications ...231 Accessory Power Sockets ...133 Additives Coolant ...255 Engine Oil ...248 Washer ...261 Adjusting Front Seats...123 Head Restraints...125 Mirrors...122 Rear Seats...129 Steering Wheel ...121 Temperature ...85 Air Conditioning System (Heating and Cooling System) ...136 Cooling...138 Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ...138 Dust and Pollen Filter ...285 Heating...137 Air Pressure ...275, 319, 321 Airbags ...35 Advanced Airbags...
... Jack ...141 Average Fuel Economy ...81, 84 Average Speed ...84 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ...224 Accessories and Modifications ...231 Accessory Power Sockets ...133 Additives Coolant ...255 Engine Oil ...248 Washer ...261 Adjusting Front Seats...123 Head Restraints...125 Mirrors...122 Rear Seats...129 Steering Wheel ...121 Temperature ...85 Air Conditioning System (Heating and Cooling System) ...136 Cooling...138 Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ...138 Dust and Pollen Filter ...285 Heating...137 Air Pressure ...275, 319, 321 Airbags ...35 Advanced Airbags...
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...L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 2012 Civic Coupe Fog Lights...266 Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights...267 Headlights ...262 High-Mount Brake Light ...271 Rear License Plate Light...270 Bulb Specifications...318, 320 Clutch Fluid ...260 Coat Hook ...134 Compact Spare Tire ...293, 319, 321 Console Compartment ...131 Controls...97 Coolant (Engine) ...255 Adding to the Radiator...256 Adding to the Reserve Tank...255 High Temperature Indicator...69 Low Temperature Indicator...74 Overheating ...305 Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ...207 Cruise Control ...213 Indicator...75...
...L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 2012 Civic Coupe Fog Lights...266 Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights...267 Headlights ...262 High-Mount Brake Light ...271 Rear License Plate Light...270 Bulb Specifications...318, 320 Clutch Fluid ...260 Coat Hook ...134 Compact Spare Tire ...293, 319, 321 Console Compartment ...131 Controls...97 Coolant (Engine) ...255 Adding to the Radiator...256 Adding to the Reserve Tank...255 High Temperature Indicator...69 Low Temperature Indicator...74 Overheating ...305 Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ...207 Cruise Control ...213 Indicator...75...
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......72 2012 Civic Coupe TPMS ...71, 220 Transmission ...68 Trunk Open ...71 Turn Signal ...73 VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist) System ...70, 216 VSA® OFF...70, 217 Information ...317 Information Display ...80 Instant Fuel Economy ...78, 85 Instrument Panel ...65 Brightness Control ...119 Interior Lights ...130 Interior Rearview Mirror ...122 i-VTEC and REV Indicators ...79 J Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ...296 Jump Starting ...301 I Identification Numbers ...322 Engine and Transmission...322 Vehicle...
......72 2012 Civic Coupe TPMS ...71, 220 Transmission ...68 Trunk Open ...71 Turn Signal ...73 VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist) System ...70, 216 VSA® OFF...70, 217 Information ...317 Information Display ...80 Instant Fuel Economy ...78, 85 Instrument Panel ...65 Brightness Control ...119 Interior Lights ...130 Interior Rearview Mirror ...122 i-VTEC and REV Indicators ...79 J Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ...296 Jump Starting ...301 I Identification Numbers ...322 Engine and Transmission...322 Vehicle...
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... Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ...66, 309 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ...47 Passing Indicators ...115 Power Windows ...111 Precautions While Driving...206 Rain...206 Pregnant Women ...33 Puncture (Tire) ...293 Bulbs...262 Fuses...312 Tires ...280 Wiper Blade Rubber ...272 Reporting Safety Defects ...324 Resetting a Trip Meter ...80, 83 2012 Civic Coupe SEL/RESET Knob ...80, 82 Select Lever ...15, 208, 210 Operation ...15, 209, 210 Releasing...
... Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ...66, 309 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ...47 Passing Indicators ...115 Power Windows ...111 Precautions While Driving...206 Rain...206 Pregnant Women ...33 Puncture (Tire) ...293 Bulbs...262 Fuses...312 Tires ...280 Wiper Blade Rubber ...272 Reporting Safety Defects ...324 Resetting a Trip Meter ...80, 83 2012 Civic Coupe SEL/RESET Knob ...80, 82 Select Lever ...15, 208, 210 Operation ...15, 209, 210 Releasing...
