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2012 Civic Coupe Quick Reference Guide Child Safety P. 50 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 62 Safety Labels P. 63 Contents P. 2 P. 23 P. 65 P. 97 P. 139 P. 197 P. 233 P. 291 P. 317 P. 331 Safe ... 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...
2012 Civic Coupe Quick Reference Guide Child Safety P. 50 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 62 Safety Labels P. 63 Contents P. 2 P. 23 P. 65 P. 97 P. 139 P. 197 P. 233 P. 291 P. 317 P. 331 Safe ... 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...
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QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Visual Index ❙ Power Window Switches (P111) ❙ Power Door Lock Master Switch* (P104) ❙ Door Mirror Controls* (P122) ❙ Rearview Mirror (P122) ❙...) ❙ Driver's Front Airbag (P38) ❙ Passenger's Front Airbag (P38) ❙ Parking Brake (P222) ❙ Auxiliary Input Jack * (P141) ❙ Glove Box (P131) ❙ Accessory Power Socket (P133) ❙ Shift Lever Automatic Transmission (P207) Index Home ❙ Hood Release Handle (P247) ❙ Trunk Release (P106) ❙ Fuel Fill Door Release...
QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Visual Index ❙ Power Window Switches (P111) ❙ Power Door Lock Master Switch* (P104) ❙ Door Mirror Controls* (P122) ❙ Rearview Mirror (P122) ❙...) ❙ Driver's Front Airbag (P38) ❙ Passenger's Front Airbag (P38) ❙ Parking Brake (P222) ❙ Auxiliary Input Jack * (P141) ❙ Glove Box (P131) ❙ Accessory Power Socket (P133) ❙ Shift Lever Automatic Transmission (P207) Index Home ❙ Hood Release Handle (P247) ❙ Trunk Release (P106) ❙ Fuel Fill Door Release...
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...; Grab Handle ❙ Moonroof Switch* (P113) ❙ Map Lights* (P130) ❙ Sun Visors ❙ Vanity Mirrors ❙ USB Adapter Cable* (P141) Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe ❙ Accessory Power Socket* (P133) ❙ Side Curtain Airbags (P45) ❙ Rear Seat (P129) ❙ LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P55) ❙ Front Seat (P123) ❙...
...; Grab Handle ❙ Moonroof Switch* (P113) ❙ Map Lights* (P130) ❙ Sun Visors ❙ Vanity Mirrors ❙ USB Adapter Cable* (P141) Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe ❙ Accessory Power Socket* (P133) ❙ Side Curtain Airbags (P45) ❙ Rear Seat (P129) ❙ LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P55) ❙ Front Seat (P123) ❙...
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...: • All occupants should never use . uu Seat Belts u About Your Seat Belts 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Proper use of seat belts Follow these guidelines for the duration of serious injury in a crash. • Do not put any accessories on all models Continued 29 Slouching and leaning reduces the effectiveness of the belt...
...: • All occupants should never use . uu Seat Belts u About Your Seat Belts 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Proper use of seat belts Follow these guidelines for the duration of serious injury in a crash. • Do not put any accessories on all models Continued 29 Slouching and leaning reduces the effectiveness of the belt...
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Do not cover or replace the front seat-back covers without consulting a dealer. uu Airbags u Side Airbags QRG Side Airbags TOC Safe Driving 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Side Airbags Do not attach accessories on the passenger side, the airbag deploys even if there is no passenger's in the outside edge of the driver's and passenger...
Do not cover or replace the front seat-back covers without consulting a dealer. uu Airbags u Side Airbags QRG Side Airbags TOC Safe Driving 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Side Airbags Do not attach accessories on the passenger side, the airbag deploys even if there is no passenger's in the outside edge of the driver's and passenger...
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... Indicators u Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages * 2012 Civic Coupe Message ● ● QRG Condition Appears when the scheduled maintenance is in LOCK (0 . ● Remove the key from the ignition switch. Appears when you open the driver's door while the ignition key is in ACCESSORY (q . ● Explanation 2 Maintenance Minder Messages on the...
... Indicators u Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages * 2012 Civic Coupe Message ● ● QRG Condition Appears when the scheduled maintenance is in LOCK (0 . ● Remove the key from the ignition switch. Appears when you open the driver's door while the ignition key is in ACCESSORY (q . ● Explanation 2 Maintenance Minder Messages on the...
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... the key is in (P . Remove the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. TOC Controls (q ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and other accessories in this happens, the following messages appear on all models You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is ... out. Automatic transmission models position. Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel QRG Ignition Switch 1 Ignition Switch Manual transmission models 2012 Civic Coupe (0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this 3 WARNING Removing the key from the ignition switch only when parked.
... the key is in (P . Remove the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. TOC Controls (q ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and other accessories in this happens, the following messages appear on all models You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is ... out. Automatic transmission models position. Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel QRG Ignition Switch 1 Ignition Switch Manual transmission models 2012 Civic Coupe (0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this 3 WARNING Removing the key from the ignition switch only when parked.
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... an automotive type cigarette lighter element. uu Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Accessory Power Sockets The accessory power sockets can overheat the power socket. The accessory power socket is in ACCESSORY (q or ON (w . ■ Accessory power socket (console panel) Open the cover to use it . Models with the engine...
... an automotive type cigarette lighter element. uu Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Accessory Power Sockets The accessory power sockets can overheat the power socket. The accessory power socket is in ACCESSORY (q or ON (w . ■ Accessory power socket (console panel) Open the cover to use it . Models with the engine...
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... the preset buttons. We recommend that the system is disconnected or goes dead. 1 Audio System Theft Protection 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Reactivating the audio system 1. Index Home 142 * Not available on how to have the system... reset. You can register the security code at radio-navicode.honda.com. U.S. models TOC Features You can find information on all models If you must first retrieve the ...audio system. See step 3. 2. If the control unit fails to ACCESSORY (q , you write down the serial number in your vehicle.
... the preset buttons. We recommend that the system is disconnected or goes dead. 1 Audio System Theft Protection 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Reactivating the audio system 1. Index Home 142 * Not available on how to have the system... reset. You can register the security code at radio-navicode.honda.com. U.S. models TOC Features You can find information on all models If you must first retrieve the ...audio system. See step 3. 2. If the control unit fails to ACCESSORY (q , you write down the serial number in your vehicle.
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... Home * Not available on all models 143 Press to Select a Title Display P. 150 TOC Features Menu Display Selector knob can be in ACCESSORY (q or ON (w . Audio System Basic Operation * 2012 Civic Coupe Models with information display QRG To use the audio system function, the ignition switch must be scrolled to the direction(s). Press...
... Home * Not available on all models 143 Press to Select a Title Display P. 150 TOC Features Menu Display Selector knob can be in ACCESSORY (q or ON (w . Audio System Basic Operation * 2012 Civic Coupe Models with information display QRG To use the audio system function, the ignition switch must be scrolled to the direction(s). Press...
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...functions. Rotate Press to select the Sound Setting mode. button *: Press to select. To use the audio system function, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (q or ON (w . Button Selector Knob SETUP Button Press the SOURCE, + , - , or button on all models 151 Press to ENTER. Use... Mode, Resume/Pause *. to set your selection. button: Press to go back to operate the selector knob. Audio System Basic Operation * 2012 Civic Coupe Models with multi-information display QRG 1 Audio System Basic Operation These indications are used to show how to the previous display.
...functions. Rotate Press to select the Sound Setting mode. button *: Press to select. To use the audio system function, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (q or ON (w . Button Selector Knob SETUP Button Press the SOURCE, + , - , or button on all models 151 Press to ENTER. Use... Mode, Resume/Pause *. to set your selection. button: Press to go back to operate the selector knob. Audio System Basic Operation * 2012 Civic Coupe Models with multi-information display QRG 1 Audio System Basic Operation These indications are used to show how to the previous display.
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... be in ACCESSORY (q or ON (w to use HFL, you must first pair your speed dial entry lists. (up to dial. Index *1: Appears only when a phone is parked. Home Continued 175 Call History *1 Display the last 20 outgoing calls. Display the last 20 missed calls. PHONE or Phone Speed Dial *1 2012 Civic Coupe 1 HFL...
... be in ACCESSORY (q or ON (w to use HFL, you must first pair your speed dial entry lists. (up to dial. Index *1: Appears only when a phone is parked. Home Continued 175 Call History *1 Display the last 20 outgoing calls. Display the last 20 missed calls. PHONE or Phone Speed Dial *1 2012 Civic Coupe 1 HFL...
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QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Driving This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on all models 197 Index Home Before Driving Driving Preparation ...198 Maximum Load Limit...201 Towing a ... Assist System...225 Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ...226 Parking ...226 Refueling Fuel Information ...227 How to Refuel ...228 Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy...230 Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...231 Modifications...231 * Not available on items such as...
QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Driving This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on all models 197 Index Home Before Driving Driving Preparation ...198 Maximum Load Limit...201 Towing a ... Assist System...225 Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ...226 Parking ...226 Refueling Fuel Information ...227 How to Refuel ...228 Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy...230 Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...231 Modifications...231 * Not available on items such as...
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...XXX kg or XXX lbs. (4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. Label Example 1 Maximum Load Limit 2012 Civic Coupe QRG 3 WARNING Overloading or improper loading can be hurt or killed. on your vehicle's placard. (2) Determine the combined weight of the...400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Continued Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all occupants, all accessories and all load limits and other loading guidelines in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 850 lbs (385 kg...
...XXX kg or XXX lbs. (4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. Label Example 1 Maximum Load Limit 2012 Civic Coupe QRG 3 WARNING Overloading or improper loading can be hurt or killed. on your vehicle's placard. (2) Determine the combined weight of the...400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Continued Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all occupants, all accessories and all load limits and other loading guidelines in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 850 lbs (385 kg...
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.... Consult this manual to your vehicle. Both are on a label on the vehicle. uu Before Driving u Maximum Load Limit QRG 2012 Civic Coupe (5) Determine the combined weight of the vehicle, all occupants, accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating...
.... Consult this manual to your vehicle. Both are on a label on the vehicle. uu Before Driving u Maximum Load Limit QRG 2012 Civic Coupe (5) Determine the combined weight of the vehicle, all occupants, accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight Rating...
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...the brake pedal. If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your foot firmly on all electrical accessories such as the lights, heating and cooling * system, and rear defogger in order to start the vehicle in (N , it is in ...000 feet (2,400 meters). Brake Pedal Automatic transmission models TOC Driving Clutch Pedal 2. Make sure the parking brake is applied. 1 Starting the Engine 2012 Civic Coupe Keep your vehicle checked by a dealer. Check that the shift lever is harder to start it in (P . When Driving QRG Starting the...
...the brake pedal. If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your foot firmly on all electrical accessories such as the lights, heating and cooling * system, and rear defogger in order to start the vehicle in (N , it is in ...000 feet (2,400 meters). Brake Pedal Automatic transmission models TOC Driving Clutch Pedal 2. Make sure the parking brake is applied. 1 Starting the Engine 2012 Civic Coupe Keep your vehicle checked by a dealer. Check that the shift lever is harder to start it in (P . When Driving QRG Starting the...
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... ℓ engine models NOTICE Index Home The following can damage the engine or cause electrical component failure. 1 Precautions While Driving NOTICE 2012 Civic Coupe Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the accelerator pedal. This can damage the under the vehicle, stop , making it... and all steering and brake power assist functions will lose engine braking (and acceleration) performance. ■ Other Precautions If there is turned to ACCESSORY (q or LOCK (0 while driving, the engine will shut down to a different surface level (such as a road shoulder) • Driving on...
... ℓ engine models NOTICE Index Home The following can damage the engine or cause electrical component failure. 1 Precautions While Driving NOTICE 2012 Civic Coupe Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the accelerator pedal. This can damage the under the vehicle, stop , making it... and all steering and brake power assist functions will lose engine braking (and acceleration) performance. ■ Other Precautions If there is turned to ACCESSORY (q or LOCK (0 while driving, the engine will shut down to a different surface level (such as a road shoulder) • Driving on...
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Have the vehicle checked by a dealer if you have to (R . 2. uu When Driving u Shifting QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Reverse Lockout 6-speed manual transmission models The manual transmission has a lockout mechanism that stops you from accidentally shifting into (R from a forward gear ... clutch pedal, move the shift lever all the way to the left, and shift to go through this procedure repeatedly. If you cannot shift to ACCESSORY (q or LOCK (0 . 3. If you still cannot shift into (R . 4. Depress the clutch pedal and shift into (R , apply the parking brake, and turn the ignition ...
Have the vehicle checked by a dealer if you have to (R . 2. uu When Driving u Shifting QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Reverse Lockout 6-speed manual transmission models The manual transmission has a lockout mechanism that stops you from accidentally shifting into (R from a forward gear ... clutch pedal, move the shift lever all the way to the left, and shift to go through this procedure repeatedly. If you cannot shift to ACCESSORY (q or LOCK (0 . 3. If you still cannot shift into (R . 4. Depress the clutch pedal and shift into (R , apply the parking brake, and turn the ignition ...
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... proper operation of your vehicle. 2 Fuses P. 312 1 Accessories and Modifications 2012 Civic Coupe QRG 3 WARNING Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and performance, and cause a crash in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. Modifications Do not modify your vehicle or use non-Honda components that it meets federal, state, province, territory...
... proper operation of your vehicle. 2 Fuses P. 312 1 Accessories and Modifications 2012 Civic Coupe QRG 3 WARNING Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and performance, and cause a crash in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. Modifications Do not modify your vehicle or use non-Honda components that it meets federal, state, province, territory...
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... to kill or seriously hurt you find corrosion, clean the battery terminals by applying a baking powder and water solution. WARNING: Battery post, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. The test indicator's color information is disabled. 2 Refer to the navigation system manual Charging the Battery Disconnect both battery cables... first, and reconnect it . • The navigation system * is on all models 283 Wash your vehicle's electrical system. Battery Checking the Battery Test Indicator window 2012 Civic Coupe Check the battery condition monthly.
... to kill or seriously hurt you find corrosion, clean the battery terminals by applying a baking powder and water solution. WARNING: Battery post, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. The test indicator's color information is disabled. 2 Refer to the navigation system manual Charging the Battery Disconnect both battery cables... first, and reconnect it . • The navigation system * is on all models 283 Wash your vehicle's electrical system. Battery Checking the Battery Test Indicator window 2012 Civic Coupe Check the battery condition monthly.