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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 ... 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 P. 316 Shift Lever Does...
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 ... 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 P. 316 Shift Lever Does...
Owner's Manual
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... in place. * Not available on all lights regularly. Lights (P262) ● Inspect all models 17 Maintenance Under the Hood (P245) (P233) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe ● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. Add when necessary. ● Check brake fluid and clutch fluid. ● Check the...
... in place. * Not available on all lights regularly. Lights (P262) ● Inspect all models 17 Maintenance Under the Hood (P245) (P233) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe ● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. Add when necessary. ● Check brake fluid and clutch fluid. ● Check the...
Owner's Manual
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... cool down. Overheating (P305) ● Park in the trunk. (P 300) (P291) Engine Won't Start ● If the battery is dead, jump start using a booster battery. If you need to tow your vehicle. Indicators Come On (P307) ● Identify the indicator and consult the owner's manual. Index... Home 18 QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Handling the Unexpected Flat Tire (P293) ● Park in a safe ...
... cool down. Overheating (P305) ● Park in the trunk. (P 300) (P291) Engine Won't Start ● If the battery is dead, jump start using a booster battery. If you need to tow your vehicle. Indicators Come On (P307) ● Identify the indicator and consult the owner's manual. Index... Home 18 QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Handling the Unexpected Flat Tire (P293) ● Park in a safe ...
Owner's Manual
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... no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded by a NOTICE symbol. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that is preceded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash... situation occurs; California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in your vehicle, other parties, such as law enforcement, that will find information that record information about powertrain performance. See www...
... no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded by a NOTICE symbol. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that is preceded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash... situation occurs; California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in your vehicle, other parties, such as law enforcement, that will find information that record information about powertrain performance. See www...
Owner's Manual
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... it goes off. If "readiness codes" have not been set, it blinks five times before it to cool down. Comes on when the battery is a problem with the emissions control system. Stop in which position your shift lever is not started. Stop the engine for 10 minutes or.... 2 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks P. 308 ● Charging System Indicator ● Comes on all models Continued 67 uu Indicators u 2012 Civic Coupe Indicator Name ● QRG On/Blinking Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , and goes off either when the engine starts...
... it goes off. If "readiness codes" have not been set, it blinks five times before it to cool down. Comes on when the battery is a problem with the emissions control system. Stop in which position your shift lever is not started. Stop the engine for 10 minutes or.... 2 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks P. 308 ● Charging System Indicator ● Comes on all models Continued 67 uu Indicators u 2012 Civic Coupe Indicator Name ● QRG On/Blinking Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , and goes off either when the engine starts...
Owner's Manual
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... the keys away from liquids. • Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the battery. There is a panic button in the remote transmitter. TOC Controls Index Home * Not available on them inspected by a dealer. 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Master Keys Black Use the keys to start , and the remote transmitter...
... the keys away from liquids. • Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the battery. There is a panic button in the remote transmitter. TOC Controls Index Home * Not available on them inspected by a dealer. 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Master Keys Black Use the keys to start , and the remote transmitter...
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...opened: The lights fade out after the first push): u A beeper sounds and verifies the security system is set. 1 Using the Remote Transmitter 2012 Civic Coupe QRG LED Lock Button If you do not open . Index Home You can change the relock timer setting. 2 Customized Features P. 86 If... unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features P. 86 * Not available on the surroundings. If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is dead. 2 Replacing the Battery P. 284 Models with the remote: The lights go off immediately. 2 Interior Lights P. 130 The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, ...
...opened: The lights fade out after the first push): u A beeper sounds and verifies the security system is set. 1 Using the Remote Transmitter 2012 Civic Coupe QRG LED Lock Button If you do not open . Index Home You can change the relock timer setting. 2 Customized Features P. 86 If... unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features P. 86 * Not available on the surroundings. If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is dead. 2 Replacing the Battery P. 284 Models with the remote: The lights go off immediately. 2 Interior Lights P. 130 The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, ...
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uu Security System u Security System Alarm * QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Setting the security system alarm The security system alarm automatically sets when the following will ...■ Panic Mode ■ The panic button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON (w . 110 If the battery goes dead after about 30 seconds: • The horn sounds. • Some exterior lights flash. ■ Canceling panic mode Press any ...; The ignition switch is in the instrument panel blinks. The security system indicator goes off once the battery is recharged or replaced.
uu Security System u Security System Alarm * QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Setting the security system alarm The security system alarm automatically sets when the following will ...■ Panic Mode ■ The panic button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON (w . 110 If the battery goes dead after about 30 seconds: • The horn sounds. • Some exterior lights flash. ■ Canceling panic mode Press any ...; The ignition switch is in the instrument panel blinks. The security system indicator goes off once the battery is recharged or replaced.
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... because it will be used when the ignition switch is opened. uu Operating the 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 , a chime sounds when the driver's door is in...
... because it will be used when the ignition switch is opened. uu Operating the 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 , a chime sounds when the driver's door is in...
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.... Also, do not use the system for a long period when the engine is critical to wipe the window from side to start the engine. 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 * Not available... QRG Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror * Button Press the rear defogger and heated door mirror button to damage the heating wires. This may weaken the battery, making it off when the window has been defogged.
.... Also, do not use the system for a long period when the engine is critical to wipe the window from side to start the engine. 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 * Not available... QRG Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror * Button Press the rear defogger and heated door mirror button to damage the heating wires. This may weaken the battery, making it off when the window has been defogged.
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... of the accessories should not exceed 120 watts (10 amps). To prevent battery drain, only use it . 1 Accessory Power Sockets NOTICE Do not insert 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...
... of the accessories should not exceed 120 watts (10 amps). To prevent battery drain, only use it . 1 Accessory Power Sockets NOTICE Do not insert 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...
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...skin should not use the seat heaters. Index Home * Not available on the opposite side to turn off . Under such conditions, the battery may be weakened, making the engine difficult to start. u The appropriate indicator will be off . The indicator will be on while the...heater runs continuously and does not automatically turn the heater off . There is off . uu Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Seat Heaters * The ignition switch must be in the passenger's seatback due to the side airbag cutoff system. 1 Seat...
...skin should not use the seat heaters. Index Home * Not available on the opposite side to turn off . Under such conditions, the battery may be weakened, making the engine difficult to start. u The appropriate indicator will be off . The indicator will be on while the...heater runs continuously and does not automatically turn the heater off . There is off . uu Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Seat Heaters * The ignition switch must be in the passenger's seatback due to the side airbag cutoff system. 1 Seat...
Owner's Manual
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...write down the serial number in your owner's manual kit. We recommend that the system is disconnected or goes dead. 1 Audio System Theft Protection 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Reactivating the audio system 1. See step 3. 2. Press and hold the power button again for one hour before trying again, or visit ...requested to retrieve the serial number and obtain the code at Owner Link (owners.honda.com.), and find out about your serial number and security code from the power source, such as when the battery is in your vehicle. Find the audio system's security code and serial number...
...write down the serial number in your owner's manual kit. We recommend that the system is disconnected or goes dead. 1 Audio System Theft Protection 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Reactivating the audio system 1. See step 3. 2. Press and hold the power button again for one hour before trying again, or visit ...requested to retrieve the serial number and obtain the code at Owner Link (owners.honda.com.), and find out about your serial number and security code from the power source, such as when the battery is in your vehicle. Find the audio system's security code and serial number...
Owner's Manual
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...Features P. 86 uu Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®* u Using HFL QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ HFL Status Display Bluetooth Indicator Comes on the multiinformation display varies between phone models. Roam Status Signal Strength Battery Level Status HFL Mode Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Bluetooth® name and... logos are those of such marks by Honda Motors Co., Ltd., is an incoming call. TOC John ...
...Features P. 86 uu Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®* u Using HFL QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ HFL Status Display Bluetooth Indicator Comes on the multiinformation display varies between phone models. Roam Status Signal Strength Battery Level Status HFL Mode Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Bluetooth® name and... logos are those of such marks by Honda Motors Co., Ltd., is an incoming call. TOC John ...
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..., input the four-digit pairing code. 5. From your phone. u If your phone prompts you can be paired. • Your phone's battery may drain faster when it by the system within three minutes, the system will receive a notification on the right side. uu Bluetooth® ...HandsFreeLink®* u HFL Menus 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Phone Setup ■ To pair a cell phone (when there is no phone paired to idle. When your phone doesn't...
..., input the four-digit pairing code. 5. From your phone. u If your phone prompts you can be paired. • Your phone's battery may drain faster when it by the system within three minutes, the system will receive a notification on the right side. uu Bluetooth® ...HandsFreeLink®* u HFL Menus 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Phone Setup ■ To pair a cell phone (when there is no phone paired to idle. When your phone doesn't...
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... 1. Home 204 * Not available on the brake pedal when starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all models u Although it is safer to reduce battery drain. Check that the shift lever is applied. 1 Starting the Engine 2012 Civic Coupe Keep your vehicle checked by a dealer. Make sure the parking brake is in (P .
... 1. Home 204 * Not available on the brake pedal when starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all models u Although it is safer to reduce battery drain. Check that the shift lever is applied. 1 Starting the Engine 2012 Civic Coupe Keep your vehicle checked by a dealer. Make sure the parking brake is in (P .
Owner's Manual
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QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Maintenance This chapter discusses basic maintenance. Vehicles)...277 Tire Service Life...279 Tire and Wheel Replacement ...280 Tire Rotation...281 Winter Tires ...282 Battery...283 Remote Transmitter Care * Replacing the Battery...284 Heating and Cooling * System Maintenance ...285 Cleaning Interior Care ...286 Exterior Care...288 Wear Indicators...279 * Not available on...
QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Maintenance This chapter discusses basic maintenance. Vehicles)...277 Tire Service Life...279 Tire and Wheel Replacement ...280 Tire Rotation...281 Winter Tires ...282 Battery...283 Remote Transmitter Care * Replacing the Battery...284 Heating and Cooling * System Maintenance ...285 Cleaning Interior Care ...286 Exterior Care...288 Wear Indicators...279 * Not available on...
Owner's Manual
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...Some of every conceivable hazard that can arise in a stationary condition. Index Home 235 u Make sure your hands and limbs away from the battery and all fuel related parts. • To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not gasoline. • Wear...are given here. However, we cannot warn you can be in performing maintenance. Only you can injure you should perform a given task. 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Safety When Performing Maintenance QRG 3 WARNING Improperly maintaining this vehicle or failing to the schedules in this owner's manual. Always ...
...Some of every conceivable hazard that can arise in a stationary condition. Index Home 235 u Make sure your hands and limbs away from the battery and all fuel related parts. • To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not gasoline. • Wear...are given here. However, we cannot warn you can be in performing maintenance. Only you can injure you should perform a given task. 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Safety When Performing Maintenance QRG 3 WARNING Improperly maintaining this vehicle or failing to the schedules in this owner's manual. Always ...
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Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood 1.8 ℓ engine models 2012 Civic Coupe QRG Brake Fluid (Black Cap) Engine Oil Dipstick (Orange Handle) Engine Oil Fill Cap Washer Fluid (Blue Cap) Manual transmission models Clutch Fluid (Light Gray Cap) Automatic transmission models Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick (Yellow Loop) Battery TOC Maintenance Index Radiator Cap Engine Coolant Reservoir Home Continued 245
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood 1.8 ℓ engine models 2012 Civic Coupe QRG Brake Fluid (Black Cap) Engine Oil Dipstick (Orange Handle) Engine Oil Fill Cap Washer Fluid (Blue Cap) Manual transmission models Clutch Fluid (Light Gray Cap) Automatic transmission models Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick (Yellow Loop) Battery TOC Maintenance Index Radiator Cap Engine Coolant Reservoir Home Continued 245
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uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Maintenance Items Under the Hood QRG 2012 Civic Coupe 2.4 ℓ engine models Engine Oil Fill Cap Brake Fluid (Black Cap) Clutch Fluid (Light Gray Cap) Engine Oil Dipstick (Orange Handle) Washer Fluid (Blue Cap) Battery TOC Maintenance Index Home Radiator Cap Engine Coolant Reservoir 246
uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Maintenance Items Under the Hood QRG 2012 Civic Coupe 2.4 ℓ engine models Engine Oil Fill Cap Brake Fluid (Black Cap) Clutch Fluid (Light Gray Cap) Engine Oil Dipstick (Orange Handle) Washer Fluid (Blue Cap) Battery TOC Maintenance Index Home Radiator Cap Engine Coolant Reservoir 246