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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 ... 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...
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 ... 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...
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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) ❙ Interior Fuse Box (P312) ❙ Driver's Front Airbag (P38) ❙ Passenger's Front Airbag (P38) ❙ Parking Brake (P222) ❙ Auxiliary Input Jack * (P141...
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) ❙ Interior Fuse Box (P312) ❙ Driver's Front Airbag (P38) ❙ Passenger's Front Airbag (P38) ❙ Parking Brake (P222) ❙ Auxiliary Input Jack * (P141...
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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) ...) ❙ Tires (P274) (P293) ❙ Fog Lights* (P117) (P266) ❙ How to Refuel (P228) ❙ High-Mount Brake Light * (P271) ❙ Opening/Closing the Trunk (P106) ❙ Emergency Trunk Release Lever (P108) ❙ Brake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker Index Home Lights (P269) ❙ Back-Up Lights (P269) ❙ Rear Turn Signal Lights...
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) ...) ❙ Tires (P274) (P293) ❙ Fog Lights* (P117) (P266) ❙ How to Refuel (P228) ❙ High-Mount Brake Light * (P271) ❙ Opening/Closing the Trunk (P106) ❙ Emergency Trunk Release Lever (P108) ❙ Brake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker Index Home Lights (P269) ❙ Back-Up Lights (P269) ❙ Rear Turn Signal Lights...
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... in accordance with multi-information display ECON Mode Indicator (P75) Comes on all models 7 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.
... in accordance with multi-information display ECON Mode Indicator (P75) Comes on all models 7 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.
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... 9 S. Instrument Panel System Indicators Malfunction Indicator Lamp Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator Anti-lock Brake 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...
... 9 S. Instrument Panel System Indicators Malfunction Indicator Lamp Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator Anti-lock Brake 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...
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...Shift Lever 2 1 Depress the brake pedal and press the release button to move out of (P . Index Home 15 Transmission is not locked. Press the release button to move the shift lever. Driving ● Shifting (P197) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Manual Transmission (P210) ...Automatic Transmission (P208) ● Shift to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. P R N D D3 Park Turn off or start the engine. ...
...Shift Lever 2 1 Depress the brake pedal and press the release button to move out of (P . Index Home 15 Transmission is not locked. Press the release button to move the shift lever. Driving ● Shifting (P197) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Manual Transmission (P210) ...Automatic Transmission (P208) ● Shift to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. P R N D D3 Park Turn off or start the engine. ...
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Maintenance Under the Hood (P245) (P233) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe ● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. Wiper Blades (P272) ● Replace blades if they leave streaks across the windshield. Lights (.... Tires (P274) ● Inspect tires and wheels regularly. ● Check tire pressures regularly. ● Install snow tires for winter driving. Add when necessary. ● Check brake fluid and clutch fluid. ● Check the battery regularly.
Maintenance Under the Hood (P245) (P233) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe ● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. Wiper Blades (P272) ● Replace blades if they leave streaks across the windshield. Lights (.... Tires (P274) ● Inspect tires and wheels regularly. ● Check tire pressures regularly. ● Install snow tires for winter driving. Add when necessary. ● Check brake fluid and clutch fluid. ● Check the battery regularly.
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... does not turn the steering wheel left and right while turning the ignition key. Why does the brake pedal pulsate slightly when applying the brakes? Index Home 19 Why? ● ● QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe The steering wheel may be moved to (q . The shift lever should be locked. Why do not...
... does not turn the steering wheel left and right while turning the ignition key. Why does the brake pedal pulsate slightly when applying the brakes? Index Home 19 Why? ● ● QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe The steering wheel may be moved to (q . The shift lever should be locked. Why do not...
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...not available, you can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the engine. Index Home 20 Why do I hear a screeching sound when I apply the brake pedal? 2.4 ℓ engine models Is it possible to be replaced. The beeper sounds when: ● Driver and/or front passenger are left ... on . Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. Why does the beeper sound when I open the driver's door? QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Why does the beeper sound when I start driving? This will result in the ignition switch. ● The exterior lights are not wearing their...
...not available, you can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the engine. Index Home 20 Why do I hear a screeching sound when I apply the brake pedal? 2.4 ℓ engine models Is it possible to be replaced. The beeper sounds when: ● Driver and/or front passenger are left ... on . Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. Why does the beeper sound when I open the driver's door? QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Why does the beeper sound when I start driving? This will result in the ignition switch. ● The exterior lights are not wearing their...
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... that have the special equipment, can read this vehicle may apply. and, • How fast the vehicle was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; NOTE: EDR data are recorded. no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender... be used to your vehicle, other sources for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that is equipped with data from other property, or the environment. See...
... that have the special equipment, can read this vehicle may apply. and, • How fast the vehicle was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; NOTE: EDR data are recorded. no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender... be used to your vehicle, other sources for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that is equipped with data from other property, or the environment. See...
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... On P. 309 ● ● ● ● Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes on while driving - Make sure the parking brake is a problem with the brake system. Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off when the engine starts. Comes on if ...beeper sounds and the indicator comes on if there is released. Canada Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ● Comes on for a few seconds when you drive with the parking brake not fully released. Indicators QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on along with the ABS ...
... On P. 309 ● ● ● ● Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes on while driving - Make sure the parking brake is a problem with the brake system. Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off when the engine starts. Comes on if ...beeper sounds and the indicator comes on if there is released. Canada Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ● Comes on for a few seconds when you drive with the parking brake not fully released. Indicators QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on along with the ABS ...
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... - Seat belt tensioner Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off. uu Indicators u 2012 Civic Coupe Indicator Name ● QRG On/Blinking Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off... on at all models Continued 69 With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. 2 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) P. 224 Message * ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator TOC Instrument Panel ● ● Supplemental Restraint System Indicator ● Comes...
... - Seat belt tensioner Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off. uu Indicators u 2012 Civic Coupe Indicator Name ● QRG On/Blinking Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off... on at all models Continued 69 With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. 2 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) P. 224 Message * ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Indicator TOC Instrument Panel ● ● Supplemental Restraint System Indicator ● Comes...
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... is moved into (P with manual transmission ■ Ignition switch unlock mode The driver's door unlocks when the ignition switch is met. 1 Auto Door Locking/Unlocking 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Auto Door Locking ■ Drive lock mode Both doors lock when the vehicle's speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h). Models with...
... is moved into (P with manual transmission ■ Ignition switch unlock mode The driver's door unlocks when the ignition switch is met. 1 Auto Door Locking/Unlocking 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Auto Door Locking ■ Drive lock mode Both doors lock when the vehicle's speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h). Models with...
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...headlight switch is released. Turning off the ignition switch will be on . 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 ...headlight switch is off, or in the instrument panel will turn off the daytime running lights are on, the indicator in . • The parking brake is turned on . They go off when the headlights turn off , or when the daytime running lights. Index Home * Not available on even if...
...headlight switch is released. Turning off the ignition switch will be on . 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 ...headlight switch is off, or in the instrument panel will turn off the daytime running lights are on, the indicator in . • The parking brake is turned on . They go off when the headlights turn off , or when the daytime running lights. Index Home * Not available on even if...
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... are properly secured. Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press against the front passenger seat, as this can be folded down to brake hard. Fold the seat-back down and the trunk lid open. 2 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 62 Center Shoulder Belt TOC To lock the seat-back...backwards until it firmly back. uu Adjusting the Seats u Rear Seats Rear Seats ■ Folding Down the Rear Seats Guide 1 Folding Down the Rear Seats 2012 Civic Coupe QRG 1. Never drive with the seat-back folded down . Pull the release lever in the guide. Controls Release Lever 2. If the rear head ...
... are properly secured. Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press against the front passenger seat, as this can be folded down to brake hard. Fold the seat-back down and the trunk lid open. 2 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 62 Center Shoulder Belt TOC To lock the seat-back...backwards until it firmly back. uu Adjusting the Seats u Rear Seats Rear Seats ■ Folding Down the Rear Seats Guide 1 Folding Down the Rear Seats 2012 Civic Coupe QRG 1. Never drive with the seat-back folded down . Pull the release lever in the guide. Controls Release Lever 2. If the rear head ...
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...)...218 Shifting ...208 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation ...219 Braking Brake System ...222 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ...224 Brake 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 accessories. QRG 2012 Civic...
...)...218 Shifting ...208 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation ...219 Braking Brake System ...222 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ...224 Brake 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 accessories. QRG 2012 Civic...
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...the Doors from the Inside P. 103 TOC Driving • Adjust your view and may interfere with your brake and accelerator pedal operation while driving. • If you regularly carry heavy items in the front seat ...the vehicle. u They can affect your driving. Make sure to be thrown forward in the event of sudden braking. • Do not place anything in the trunk, have any animals on all items on board properly.... secure the floor mat *. uu Before Driving u Driving Preparation 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Interior Checks • Store or secure all models Continued 199
...the Doors from the Inside P. 103 TOC Driving • Adjust your view and may interfere with your brake and accelerator pedal operation while driving. • If you regularly carry heavy items in the front seat ...the vehicle. u They can affect your driving. Make sure to be thrown forward in the event of sudden braking. • Do not place anything in the trunk, have any animals on all items on board properly.... secure the floor mat *. uu Before Driving u Driving Preparation 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Interior Checks • Store or secure all models Continued 199
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...in (P , then depress the brake pedal. Check that the shift lever is harder to reduce battery drain. The engine is in thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters). Check that the shift lever is applied. 1 Starting the Engine 2012 Civic Coupe Keep your foot firmly ...on all electrical accessories such as the lights, heating and cooling * system, and rear defogger in order to start the engine. Make sure the parking brake is in cold weather, turn off all models ...
...in (P , then depress the brake pedal. Check that the shift lever is harder to reduce battery drain. The engine is in thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters). Check that the shift lever is applied. 1 Starting the Engine 2012 Civic Coupe Keep your foot firmly ...on all electrical accessories such as the lights, heating and cooling * system, and rear defogger in order to start the engine. Make sure the parking brake is in cold weather, turn off all models ...
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Release the accelerator pedal once the engine starts. Check that the brake system indicator has gone off. 2 Parking Brake P. 222 TOC Driving 2. uu When Driving u Starting the Engine 2012 Civic Coupe 3. Select (R when reversing. 3. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's fuel ... not hold the key in (D . Keeping your vehicle from theft. The immobilizer system protects your right foot on the brake pedal, release the parking brake. Turn the ignition switch to Drive Automatic transmission models 1. Put the shift lever in START (e for more than 15...
Release the accelerator pedal once the engine starts. Check that the brake system indicator has gone off. 2 Parking Brake P. 222 TOC Driving 2. uu When Driving u Starting the Engine 2012 Civic Coupe 3. Select (R when reversing. 3. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's fuel ... not hold the key in (D . Keeping your vehicle from theft. The immobilizer system protects your right foot on the brake pedal, release the parking brake. Turn the ignition switch to Drive Automatic transmission models 1. Put the shift lever in START (e for more than 15...
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...control the vehicle. You should also follow this when the brake pads are replaced. 2.4 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 ... as to not damage the engine or powertrain. Check the underside of the vehicle for the first 200 miles (300 km). Avoid hard braking for damage or any fluid leaks. uu When Driving u Precautions While Driving QRG Precautions While Driving ■ In Rain Avoid driving in ...
...control the vehicle. You should also follow this when the brake pads are replaced. 2.4 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 ... as to not damage the engine or powertrain. Check the underside of the vehicle for the first 200 miles (300 km). Avoid hard braking for damage or any fluid leaks. uu When Driving u Precautions While Driving QRG Precautions While Driving ■ In Rain Avoid driving in ...