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...or design at the time of approval for vehicles sold . All Rights Reserved * Not available on some of these features. You may not have some , but not all, models. Navigation Key QRG TOC Index 2012 Civic Coupe Contents 2 Safe Driving P. 23 For Safe Driving P. 24 Seat Belts P. ...and specifications included in this owner's manual (including the front cover) represent features and equipment that are available on all models of Contents 00X31-TR0-6000 © 2011 American Honda Motor Co, Inc. - QRG Online Reference Owner's Manual This owner's manual should be considered a ...
...or design at the time of approval for vehicles sold . All Rights Reserved * Not available on some of these features. You may not have some , but not all, models. Navigation Key QRG TOC Index 2012 Civic Coupe Contents 2 Safe Driving P. 23 For Safe Driving P. 24 Seat Belts P. ...and specifications included in this owner's manual (including the front cover) represent features and equipment that are available on all models of Contents 00X31-TR0-6000 © 2011 American Honda Motor Co, Inc. - QRG Online Reference Owner's Manual This owner's manual should be considered a ...
Owner's Manual
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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 ... Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 304 Index Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 323 Authorized Manuals P. 329 Reporting Safety Defects P. 324 Customer Service Information P. 330 * Not available on all models
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 ... Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 304 Index Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 323 Authorized Manuals P. 329 Reporting Safety Defects P. 324 Customer Service Information P. 330 * Not available on all models
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Quick Reference Guide QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Visual Index ❙ ECON Button * (P120) ❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System OFF) Button * (P216) ❙ System Indicators (P66) ❙ Gauges (P78) ❙ ...) ❙ Seat Heater Switches * (P135) ❙ Ignition Switch (P114) ❙ Steering Wheel Adjustments (P121) ❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System OFF) Button * (P216) 2 * Not available on all models
Quick Reference Guide QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Visual Index ❙ ECON Button * (P120) ❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System OFF) Button * (P216) ❙ System Indicators (P66) ❙ Gauges (P78) ❙ ...) ❙ Seat Heater Switches * (P135) ❙ Ignition Switch (P114) ❙ Steering Wheel Adjustments (P121) ❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System OFF) Button * (P216) 2 * Not available on all models
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QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe ❙ Headlights/Turn Signals (P115) ❙ Fog Lights* (P117) ❙ Km/Mile Change Knob (P78) ❙ CLOCK Knob* (P98) ❙ (SEL/RESET) Knob (P80) (... Control Buttons * ❙ Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System Voice Control Buttons* (P173) ❙ MENU Button* (P86) ❙ SOURCE Button* (P86 Buttons* (P86) Index Home * Not available on all models 3
QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe ❙ Headlights/Turn Signals (P115) ❙ Fog Lights* (P117) ❙ Km/Mile Change Knob (P78) ❙ CLOCK Knob* (P98) ❙ (SEL/RESET) Knob (P80) (... Control Buttons * ❙ Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System Voice Control Buttons* (P173) ❙ MENU Button* (P86) ❙ SOURCE Button* (P86 Buttons* (P86) Index Home * Not available on all models 3
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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) ❙ ...) Index Home ❙ Hood Release Handle (P247) ❙ Trunk Release (P106) ❙ Fuel Fill Door Release Handle (P228) ❙ Driver's Pocket Manual Transmission (P210) 4 * Not available on all models
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) ❙ ...) Index Home ❙ Hood Release Handle (P247) ❙ Trunk Release (P106) ❙ Fuel Fill Door Release Handle (P228) ❙ Driver's Pocket Manual Transmission (P210) 4 * Not available on all models
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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...
...) ❙ 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...
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QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Visual Index ❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P245) ❙ Windshield Wipers (P118) (P272) ❙ Power Door Mirrors* (P122) ❙ Door Lock/Unlock Control (P101) ... Release Lever (P108) ❙ Brake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker Index Home Lights (P269) ❙ Back-Up Lights (P269) ❙ Rear Turn Signal Lights (P269) * Not available on all models 6 6
QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Visual Index ❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P245) ❙ Windshield Wipers (P118) (P272) ❙ Power Door Mirrors* (P122) ❙ Door Lock/Unlock Control (P101) ... Release Lever (P108) ❙ Brake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker Index Home Lights (P269) ❙ Back-Up Lights (P269) ❙ Rear Turn Signal Lights (P269) * Not available on all models 6 6
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Models with your driving style. Index Home * Not available on when the ECON button is pressed. Eco Assist System * Ambient Meter ● Changes color to reflect your brake or accelerator pedal operation. (P120) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe ECON Button (P120) Helps maximize fuel economy. This message is displayed for a few seconds...
Models with your driving style. Index Home * Not available on when the ECON button is pressed. Eco Assist System * Ambient Meter ● Changes color to reflect your brake or accelerator pedal operation. (P120) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe ECON Button (P120) Helps maximize fuel economy. This message is displayed for a few seconds...
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...Fog Light Indicator * Cruise Control Indicator * System Message Indicator * Maintenance Minder Indicator * Daytime Running Lights Indicator * * Not available on all models Index Home Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator Canada 9 Instrument Panel System Indicators Malfunction Indicator Lamp Low Oil ... System (ABS) Indicator Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System Indicator VSA® OFF Indicator (P65) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Gauges (P78)/Information Display * (P80)/ Multi-Information Display * (P82)/System Indicators (P66) 2.4 ℓ engine models System...
...Fog Light Indicator * Cruise Control Indicator * System Message Indicator * Maintenance Minder Indicator * Daytime Running Lights Indicator * * Not available on all models Index Home Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator Canada 9 Instrument Panel System Indicators Malfunction Indicator Lamp Low Oil ... System (ABS) Indicator Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System Indicator VSA® OFF Indicator (P65) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Gauges (P78)/Information Display * (P80)/ Multi-Information Display * (P82)/System Indicators (P66) 2.4 ℓ engine models System...
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...appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to unlock and open it at the same time. Power Window Lock Button Indicator QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Trunk Release ● To unlock and open and close the power windows. ● If the power window lock button is in the... opened and closed with its own switch. ● If the power window lock button is disabled. Selector Switch Window Switch Index Home Adjustment Switch * Not available on the trunk *. Trunk (P106) Power Windows (P111) ● With the ignition switch in ON (w , open the trunk: • Pull the trunk ...
...appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to unlock and open it at the same time. Power Window Lock Button Indicator QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Trunk Release ● To unlock and open and close the power windows. ● If the power window lock button is in the... opened and closed with its own switch. ● If the power window lock button is disabled. Selector Switch Window Switch Index Home Adjustment Switch * Not available on the trunk *. Trunk (P106) Power Windows (P111) ● With the ignition switch in ON (w , open the trunk: • Pull the trunk ...
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...adjust the temperature. Turn the CLOCK knob to minute adjustment. Air flows from GPS satellites, updating the clock automatically. 12 12 * Not available on all models c d e Models with navigation system Index Home The navigation system receives signals from floor vents. The display switches to... adjust the minutes. Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Heating and Cooling * System (P136) Rotate the fan control dial to complete clock adjustment. Use the button for maximum cool ...
...adjust the temperature. Turn the CLOCK knob to minute adjustment. Air flows from GPS satellites, updating the clock automatically. 12 12 * Not available on all models c d e Models with navigation system Index Home The navigation system receives signals from floor vents. The display switches to... adjust the minutes. Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Heating and Cooling * System (P136) Rotate the fan control dial to complete clock adjustment. Use the button for maximum cool ...
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Features (P139) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Audio system * (P140) For navigation system operation () See Navigation System Manual On models with information display (P143) Audio Display (Power) Button CD Slot Button SCAN Button FM Button AM Button SKIP/SEEK Button (Sound) Button Preset Buttons (1-6) (CD Eject) Button AUX Button CD Button SKIP/SEEK Button SETUP Button Selector Knob Button Index Home * Not available on all models 13
Features (P139) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Audio system * (P140) For navigation system operation () See Navigation System Manual On models with information display (P143) Audio Display (Power) Button CD Slot Button SCAN Button FM Button AM Button SKIP/SEEK Button (Sound) Button Preset Buttons (1-6) (CD Eject) Button AUX Button CD Button SKIP/SEEK Button SETUP Button Selector Knob Button Index Home * Not available on all models 13
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.... Button SCAN Button FM Button AM Button SKIP/SEEK Button PHONE Button * Index Home (Sound) Button * Selector Knob Button 14 14 * Not available on all models QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe On models with multi-information display (P151) ● Audio Remote Controls * (P152) Multi-Information Display + / - / / Button 75°F 002300 miles...
.... Button SCAN Button FM Button AM Button SKIP/SEEK Button PHONE Button * Index Home (Sound) Button * Selector Knob Button 14 14 * Not available on all models QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe On models with multi-information display (P151) ● Audio Remote Controls * (P152) Multi-Information Display + / - / / Button 75°F 002300 miles...
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...you hear a beep. a Push the fuel fill door release handle. c d Place the cap in the holder on all models Index Home 16 * Not available on the fuel fill door. Refueling (P227) Fuel recommendation: 1.8 ℓ engine models Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or higher required 2.4 ... refueling, screw the cap back on or off, press and hold the button until it clicks at least once. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe VSA® OFF Button (P217) ● The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system helps stabilize the vehicle during cornering, and helps...
...you hear a beep. a Push the fuel fill door release handle. c d Place the cap in the holder on all models Index Home 16 * Not available on the fuel fill door. Refueling (P227) Fuel recommendation: 1.8 ℓ engine models Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or higher required 2.4 ... refueling, screw the cap back on or off, press and hold the button until it clicks at least once. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe VSA® OFF Button (P217) ● The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system helps stabilize the vehicle during cornering, and helps...
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... Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe ● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the dashboard. Lights (P262) ● Inspect all models 17 Index Home c When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly locked in place. * Not available on all...
... Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe ● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the dashboard. Lights (P262) ● Inspect all models 17 Index Home c When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly locked in place. * Not available on all...
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...are left in the ignition switch. ● The exterior lights are not wearing their seat belts. ● The parking brake lever is not available, you can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in decreased engine performance, and can temporarily use unleaded gasoline with a PON of 91 or higher ...is left on this vehicle? Index Home 20 QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Why does the beeper sound when I start driving? If premium unleaded gasoline with a PON of 87 or higher on . Why do I hear...
...are left in the ignition switch. ● The exterior lights are not wearing their seat belts. ● The parking brake lever is not available, you can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in decreased engine performance, and can temporarily use unleaded gasoline with a PON of 91 or higher ...is left on this vehicle? Index Home 20 QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Why does the beeper sound when I start driving? If premium unleaded gasoline with a PON of 87 or higher on . Why do I hear...
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... Protect children by using seat belts or child seats according to a child's age, height and weight. 2 Child Safety P. 50 Index Home * Not available on , a door is not completely closed and locked. Head restraints are closed . Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious or ...front seats are properly belted as possible while allowing the driver to control the vehicle. uu For Safe Driving u Your Vehicle's Safety Features 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Safety CheckList For the safety of you and your passengers, make sure you drive. • After everyone has entered...
... Protect children by using seat belts or child seats according to a child's age, height and weight. 2 Child Safety P. 50 Index Home * Not available on , a door is not completely closed and locked. Head restraints are closed . Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious or ...front seats are properly belted as possible while allowing the driver to control the vehicle. uu For Safe Driving u Your Vehicle's Safety Features 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Safety CheckList For the safety of you and your passengers, make sure you drive. • After everyone has entered...
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... Driving ■ Seat Belt Reminder * 1 Seat Belt Reminder Your vehicle monitors front seat belt use the same seat belt. Index Home * Not available on . Devices intended to retract completely. If they do, they could cause very serious injuries in that position for the duration of the trip. ... If a rear seat passenger moves around and extends the seat belt, the lockable retractor may activate. uu Seat Belts u About Your Seat Belts 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Proper use of seat belts Follow these guidelines for proper use: • All occupants should sit upright, well back in the ...
... Driving ■ Seat Belt Reminder * 1 Seat Belt Reminder Your vehicle monitors front seat belt use the same seat belt. Index Home * Not available on . Devices intended to retract completely. If they do, they could cause very serious injuries in that position for the duration of the trip. ... If a rear seat passenger moves around and extends the seat belt, the lockable retractor may activate. uu Seat Belts u About Your Seat Belts 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Proper use of seat belts Follow these guidelines for proper use: • All occupants should sit upright, well back in the ...
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...as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you to ON (w The indicator comes on for a few seconds, then goes off. Index Home 46 * Not available on all , have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible. If you the system is turned to a possible problem. ■ SRS ... airbag systems or tensioners do not work properly when they are needed. uu Airbags u Airbag System Indicators QRG Airbag System Indicators TOC Safe Driving 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Indicator If a problem occurs in the airbag system, the SRS indicator will come on at all models ...
...as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you to ON (w The indicator comes on for a few seconds, then goes off. Index Home 46 * Not available on all , have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible. If you the system is turned to a possible problem. ■ SRS ... airbag systems or tensioners do not work properly when they are needed. uu Airbags u Airbag System Indicators QRG Airbag System Indicators TOC Safe Driving 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Indicator If a problem occurs in the airbag system, the SRS indicator will come on at all models ...
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Index Home 48 * Not available on all models U.S. Canada This indicator comes on if the passenger's side airbag has been turned off when the passenger returns to a proper upright sitting ... too small to be sitting in the front seat, have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible. uu Airbags u Airbag System Indicators QRG 2012 Civic Coupe TOC Safe Driving ■ Side Airbag Off Indicator ■ When the side airbag off indicator comes on * 1 Side Airbag Off Indicator When you turn...
Index Home 48 * Not available on all models U.S. Canada This indicator comes on if the passenger's side airbag has been turned off when the passenger returns to a proper upright sitting ... too small to be sitting in the front seat, have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible. uu Airbags u Airbag System Indicators QRG 2012 Civic Coupe TOC Safe Driving ■ Side Airbag Off Indicator ■ When the side airbag off indicator comes on * 1 Side Airbag Off Indicator When you turn...