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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 ... 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 Not Move P. 304 Index Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 323...
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 ... 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 Not Move P. 304 Index Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 323...
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... driving, check that contain carbon monoxide. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Safe Driving (P23) Airbags (P35) ● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and your lap belt as low as possible. 8 Do not run the engine in the seat. ● Check that your seat belt and sit...
... driving, check that contain carbon monoxide. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Safe Driving (P23) Airbags (P35) ● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and your lap belt as low as possible. 8 Do not run the engine in the seat. ● Check that your seat belt and sit...
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... (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 Indicators Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator High Temperature Indicator Low...
... (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 Indicators Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators Electric Power Steering (EPS) Indicator High Temperature Indicator Low...
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...Depress the brake pedal and press the release button to further increase engine braking (the transmission is locked. Index Home 15 Drive (D3) Used when going up or down hills Second Used to increase engine braking (the transmission is locked in 2nd gear) First Used to... locked. P R N D D3 Park Turn off or start the engine. Drive Normal driving. Press the release button to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. Driving ● Shifting (P197) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Manual Transmission (P210) Automatic Transmission (P208) ● Shift to...
...Depress the brake pedal and press the release button to further increase engine braking (the transmission is locked. Index Home 15 Drive (D3) Used when going up or down hills Second Used to increase engine braking (the transmission is locked in 2nd gear) First Used to... locked. P R N D D3 Park Turn off or start the engine. Drive Normal driving. Press the release button to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. Driving ● Shifting (P197) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Manual Transmission (P210) Automatic Transmission (P208) ● Shift to...
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... 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 VSA® on or off, press and hold the button until it clicks at least once. models only Turn the fuel ... After refueling, screw the cap back on all models c d Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door. 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 maintain traction while...
... 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 VSA® on or off, press and hold the button until it clicks at least once. models only Turn the fuel ... After refueling, screw the cap back on all models c d Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door. 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 maintain traction while...
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... 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. Index Home c When finished, close...
... 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. Index Home c When finished, close...
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... in the trunk. (P 300) (P291) Engine Won't Start ● If the battery is dead, jump start using a booster battery. Indicators Come On (P307) ● Identify the indicator and consult the owner's manual. Index Home 18 If you need to tow your vehicle. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Handling the Unexpected Flat... device does not operate. (P316) ● Call a professional towing service if you do not see steam under the hood, open the hood, and let the engine cool down.
... in the trunk. (P 300) (P291) Engine Won't Start ● If the battery is dead, jump start using a booster battery. Indicators Come On (P307) ● Identify the indicator and consult the owner's manual. Index Home 18 If you need to tow your vehicle. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Handling the Unexpected Flat... device does not operate. (P316) ● Call a professional towing service if you do not see steam under the hood, open the hood, and let the engine cool down.
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...belts. ● The parking brake lever is recommended. The beeper sounds when: ● Driver and/or front passenger are left in decreased engine performance, and can temporarily use unleaded gasoline with a Pump Octane Number (PON) of 91 or higher is left on this vehicle? Unleaded ... higher. 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. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Why does the beeper sound when I start driving? Why does the beeper sound when I open the driver's ...
...belts. ● The parking brake lever is recommended. The beeper sounds when: ● Driver and/or front passenger are left in decreased engine performance, and can temporarily use unleaded gasoline with a Pump Octane Number (PON) of 91 or higher is left on this vehicle? Unleaded ... higher. 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. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Why does the beeper sound when I start driving? Why does the beeper sound when I open the driver's ...
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...open , airflow can quickly fill up with the garage door closed. Exhaust Gas Hazard QRG Carbon Monoxide Gas TOC Safe Driving 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Carbon Monoxide Gas The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, and highly toxic gas. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities... that expose you . Do not run the engine with carbon monoxide gas. Select the fresh air mode. 2. Index Home 62 * Not available on all models As long as you sit ...
...open , airflow can quickly fill up with the garage door closed. Exhaust Gas Hazard QRG Carbon Monoxide Gas TOC Safe Driving 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Carbon Monoxide Gas The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless, and highly toxic gas. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities... that expose you . Do not run the engine with carbon monoxide gas. Select the fresh air mode. 2. Index Home 62 * Not available on all models As long as you sit ...
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...2 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On P. 307 ● Index Home 66 * Not available on while driving - Comes on when the engine oil pressure is released. Comes on when the parking brake is applied, and goes off when it is low. ● Explanation Comes on all ... Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ● Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off when the engine starts. Indicators QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on while driving P. 309 ● Message * TOC Instrument Panel ● U.S. Make sure the...
...2 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On P. 307 ● Index Home 66 * Not available on while driving - Comes on when the engine oil pressure is released. Comes on when the parking brake is applied, and goes off when it is low. ● Explanation Comes on all ... Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ● Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off when the engine starts. Indicators QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on while driving P. 309 ● Message * TOC Instrument Panel ● U.S. Make sure the...
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... Lever Position Indicator * Indicator ● Indicates in which position your shift lever is. 2 Shifting P. 208 - Comes on while driving - Stop the engine for 10 minutes or more, and wait for the emissions control systems. 2 Testing of Readiness Codes P. 325 ● Message * TOC Instrument Panel Malfunction... Indicator Lamp ● ● ● 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 cool down.
... Lever Position Indicator * Indicator ● Indicates in which position your shift lever is. 2 Shifting P. 208 - Comes on while driving - Stop the engine for 10 minutes or more, and wait for the emissions control systems. 2 Testing of Readiness Codes P. 325 ● Message * TOC Instrument Panel Malfunction... Indicator Lamp ● ● ● 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 cool down.
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...on at any of the following is a problem with any other time, there is detected: - Immediately stop in a safe place and allow the engine to prevent overheating. Stays on while driving - Side airbag system - Side curtain airbag system - Drive slowly to cool. 2 Overheating P. 305 ...Index Home * Not available on all - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. 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 any of the following is a problem with any other time, there is detected: - Immediately stop in a safe place and allow the engine to prevent overheating. Stays on while driving - Side airbag system - Side curtain airbag system - Drive slowly to cool. 2 Overheating P. 305 ...Index Home * Not available on all - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. 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 . ...
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...9679; Stays on constantly or does not come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off when the engine starts. Index Home * Not available on your vehicle checked by a dealer. 2 Daytime Running Lights P. 117 - ● ● ● ●...Have your vehicle as soon as you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off when the trunk is closed . uu Indicators u 2012 Civic Coupe Indicator Name ● QRG On/Blinking Comes on if the trunk is not completely closed . Message * Trunk Open Indicator TOC Instrument Panel ...
...9679; Stays on constantly or does not come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off when the engine starts. Index Home * Not available on your vehicle checked by a dealer. 2 Daytime Running Lights P. 117 - ● ● ● ●...Have your vehicle as soon as you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off when the trunk is closed . uu Indicators u 2012 Civic Coupe Indicator Name ● QRG On/Blinking Comes on if the trunk is not completely closed . Message * Trunk Open Indicator TOC Instrument Panel ...
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...Index Home 74 * Not available on if the immobilizer system cannot recognize the key information. ● Explanation Blinks - You cannot start the engine. Repeatedly blinks - Electrical problems can occur. Comes on all models Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0 , pull the key out, and...engine has reached normal operating temperature, there may be problem with the temperature sensors. Have the vehicle inspected by a dealer. Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it to ON (w again. The system may be malfunctioning. uu Indicators u QRG 2012 Civic...
...Index Home 74 * Not available on if the immobilizer system cannot recognize the key information. ● Explanation Blinks - You cannot start the engine. Repeatedly blinks - Electrical problems can occur. Comes on all models Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0 , pull the key out, and...engine has reached normal operating temperature, there may be problem with the temperature sensors. Have the vehicle inspected by a dealer. Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it to ON (w again. The system may be malfunctioning. uu Indicators u QRG 2012 Civic...
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...237 - ● i-VTEC Indicator * Indicator ● When the i-VTEC indicator comes on, the REV indicator begins to ON (w , and goes off when the engine starts. Comes on when you have set a speed for cruise control. Comes on all models 75 Index Home * Not available on when the scheduled maintenance... is due soon. Comes on if you press the CRUISE button. uu Indicators u 2012 Civic Coupe Indicator Name ● QRG On/Blinking Comes on when you press the ECON button. Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to...
...237 - ● i-VTEC Indicator * Indicator ● When the i-VTEC indicator comes on, the REV indicator begins to ON (w , and goes off when the engine starts. Comes on when you have set a speed for cruise control. Comes on all models 75 Index Home * Not available on when the scheduled maintenance... is due soon. Comes on if you press the CRUISE button. uu Indicators u 2012 Civic Coupe Indicator Name ● QRG On/Blinking Comes on when you press the ECON button. Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to...
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TOC Instrument Panel 1 Gauges 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Speedometer Displays your driving speed in ON (w . Gauges and Displays .... The speedometer reading and the displayed measurements switch between mph and km/h. ■ Tachometer Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute. ■ Fuel Gauge Displays the amount of fuel left in mpg or l/100km. 1 Instant... and hold the km/mile change knob until you hear a beep. The actual amount of fuel can cause the engine to switch the measurement. 78 * Not available on all models Index Home ■ Instant Fuel Economy Gauge * ...
TOC Instrument Panel 1 Gauges 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Speedometer Displays your driving speed in ON (w . Gauges and Displays .... The speedometer reading and the displayed measurements switch between mph and km/h. ■ Tachometer Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute. ■ Fuel Gauge Displays the amount of fuel left in mpg or l/100km. 1 Instant... and hold the km/mile change knob until you hear a beep. The actual amount of fuel can cause the engine to switch the measurement. 78 * Not available on all models Index Home ■ Instant Fuel Economy Gauge * ...
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uu Gauges and Displays u Gauges 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ i-VTEC and REV Indicators * i-VTEC Indicator 1 REV Indicators When the fifth indicator (red) comes on a scale of one to six. When all ... to the high RPM cams. TOC Instrument Panel REV Indicators ■ REV indicators Come on when the tachometer reading approaches the red zone on , the engine has reached its maximum output.
uu Gauges and Displays u Gauges 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ i-VTEC and REV Indicators * i-VTEC Indicator 1 REV Indicators When the fifth indicator (red) comes on a scale of one to six. When all ... to the high RPM cams. TOC Instrument Panel REV Indicators ■ REV indicators Come on when the tachometer reading approaches the red zone on , the engine has reached its maximum output.
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...9632; Trip Meter Shows the total number of miles or kilometers that your vehicle has accumulated. Average Fuel B Trip Meter B, Odometer Engine Oil Life ■ Odometer Shows the total number of miles or kilometers driven since the last reset. The trip meter is 80 *... u Information Display * QRG Information Display * The information display shows the odometer, trip meter, engine oil life and maintenance service item codes, and other gauges. 1 Switching the display 2012 Civic Coupe Each time you press the knob, the information display changes as follows: Average Fuel A Trip...
...9632; Trip Meter Shows the total number of miles or kilometers that your vehicle has accumulated. Average Fuel B Trip Meter B, Odometer Engine Oil Life ■ Odometer Shows the total number of miles or kilometers driven since the last reset. The trip meter is 80 *... u Information Display * QRG Information Display * The information display shows the odometer, trip meter, engine oil life and maintenance service item codes, and other gauges. 1 Switching the display 2012 Civic Coupe Each time you press the knob, the information display changes as follows: Average Fuel A Trip...
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The display is also reset. TOC Instrument Panel ■ Engine Oil Life Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance MinderTM. 2 Maintenance Minder™ P. 237 ■ Range Shows the estimated distance you can travel on all ... loose or is not installed. 2 Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 308 Index Home * Not available on the remaining fuel. uu Gauges and Displays u Information Display * 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Average Fuel Economy Shows the estimated average fuel economy of your trips in mpg or l/100 km.
The display is also reset. TOC Instrument Panel ■ Engine Oil Life Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance MinderTM. 2 Maintenance Minder™ P. 237 ■ Range Shows the estimated distance you can travel on all ... loose or is not installed. 2 Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 308 Index Home * Not available on the remaining fuel. uu Gauges and Displays u Information Display * 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Average Fuel Economy Shows the estimated average fuel economy of your trips in mpg or l/100 km.
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...Information Display * The multi-information display shows the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature indicator *, and other helpful information. 2012 Civic Coupe TOC Instrument Panel ■ Switching the Display Press the the display. (display/information) button or the (SEL/RESET) knob to... change 2.4 ℓ engine models 123456 Song AAA Genre AAA Artist AAA 123456 24.0 Audio/HFL * display 1.8 ℓ engine models 123456 Fuel consumption 200 Display/ Information Button Full size analogue clock/ Wallpaper Fuel ...
...Information Display * The multi-information display shows the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature indicator *, and other helpful information. 2012 Civic Coupe TOC Instrument Panel ■ Switching the Display Press the the display. (display/information) button or the (SEL/RESET) knob to... change 2.4 ℓ engine models 123456 Song AAA Genre AAA Artist AAA 123456 24.0 Audio/HFL * display 1.8 ℓ engine models 123456 Fuel consumption 200 Display/ Information Button Full size analogue clock/ Wallpaper Fuel ...