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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 Driving Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 106 Security ...
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 Driving Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 106 Security ...
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... (P62) ● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that your seat belt and sit upright well back in the seat. ● Check that contain carbon monoxide. Do not run the engine in a rear-facing child seat. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Safe Driving (P23) Airbags (P35) ● Your vehicle is fitted...
... (P62) ● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that your seat belt and sit upright well back in the seat. ● Check that contain carbon monoxide. Do not run the engine in a rear-facing child seat. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Safe Driving (P23) Airbags (P35) ● Your vehicle is fitted...
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... Airbag Care ...49 Child Safety Protecting Child Passengers ...50 Safety of Infants and Small Children .. 52 Safety of Larger Children ...60 Exhaust Gas Hazard Carbon Monoxide Gas...62 Safety Labels Label Locations ...63 23 QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Safe Driving You can find many safety recommendations throughout this chapter, and throughout this manual.
... Airbag Care ...49 Child Safety Protecting Child Passengers ...50 Safety of Infants and Small Children .. 52 Safety of Larger Children ...60 Exhaust Gas Hazard Carbon Monoxide Gas...62 Safety Labels Label Locations ...63 23 QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Safe Driving You can find many safety recommendations throughout this chapter, and throughout this manual.
Owner's Manual
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.... Even when the garage door is open , airflow can cause unconsciousness and even kill you to carbon monoxide. 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. As long as shown below...
.... Even when the garage door is open , airflow can cause unconsciousness and even kill you to carbon monoxide. 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. As long as shown below...
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... You can select whether the turn driving directions to your vehicle speed is displayed in the front bumper. Road heat and exhaust from another vehicle can compensate for some of these variables, but different readings may take several minutes for the display to be...; Power Monitor * Engine horsepower usage while driving is less than 19 mph (30 km/h). uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Outside Temperature * Shows the outside temperature display Adjust the temperature reading up to correct the temperature. 2 Customized Features P. ...
... You can select whether the turn driving directions to your vehicle speed is displayed in the front bumper. Road heat and exhaust from another vehicle can compensate for some of these variables, but different readings may take several minutes for the display to be...; Power Monitor * Engine horsepower usage while driving is less than 19 mph (30 km/h). uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Outside Temperature * Shows the outside temperature display Adjust the temperature reading up to correct the temperature. 2 Customized Features P. ...
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uPrevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle. 2 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 62 Using the Trunk Opener Pulling the trunk release to : uAvoid possible damage. Trunk Release Index Home 106 Opening and Closing the Trunk QRG Precautions for Opening/Closing the Trunk ■ Opening the trunk Open the trunk all the way. u If it is not fully opened, the trunk lid may begin to close under its own weight. 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Closing the trunk TOC Controls Keep the trunk lid closed while driving to the lower left of the driver's seat unlocks and opens the trunk.
uPrevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle. 2 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 62 Using the Trunk Opener Pulling the trunk release to : uAvoid possible damage. Trunk Release Index Home 106 Opening and Closing the Trunk QRG Precautions for Opening/Closing the Trunk ■ Opening the trunk Open the trunk all the way. u If it is not fully opened, the trunk lid may begin to close under its own weight. 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Closing the trunk TOC Controls Keep the trunk lid closed while driving to the lower left of the driver's seat unlocks and opens the trunk.
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.... 2 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator P. 47 Also make sure all models 129 Never drive with the seat-back folded down and the trunk lid open. 2 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 62 Center Shoulder Belt TOC To lock the seat-back upright, push it backwards until it firmly back. Also, make sure all items... belts are properly secured. 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. Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press against the front passenger seat, as this can fly forward if you have...
.... 2 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator P. 47 Also make sure all models 129 Never drive with the seat-back folded down and the trunk lid open. 2 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 62 Center Shoulder Belt TOC To lock the seat-back upright, push it backwards until it firmly back. Also, make sure all items... belts are properly secured. 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. Make sure that the folded seat-back does not press against the front passenger seat, as this can fly forward if you have...
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..., and rear defogger in (P . Make sure the parking brake is in (P , then depress the brake pedal. If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your left foot. u Although it is possible to start the vehicle in (N , it is ... Manual transmission models Index Brake Pedal 2. Check that the shift lever is applied. 1 Starting the Engine 2012 Civic Coupe Keep your right foot, and the clutch pedal with the engine or exhaust system. When Driving QRG Starting the Engine 1. There may be fully depressed to reduce battery drain. u...
..., and rear defogger in (P . Make sure the parking brake is in (P , then depress the brake pedal. If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your left foot. u Although it is possible to start the vehicle in (N , it is ... Manual transmission models Index Brake Pedal 2. Check that the shift lever is applied. 1 Starting the Engine 2012 Civic Coupe Keep your right foot, and the clutch pedal with the engine or exhaust system. When Driving QRG Starting the Engine 1. There may be fully depressed to reduce battery drain. u...
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...pedal down. 3. Move the shift lever to (P . 4. Turn off the engine. Make sure the parking brake is expected. 1. Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire. 1 When Stopped Automatic transmission models NOTICE TOC Driving The following can damage the transmission: • Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals... Parking Raise the wiper arms when snow is set firmly, or your vehicle may roll if parked on an incline. 1 Parking Your Vehicle 2012 Civic Coupe Do not park your vehicle. 2. Parking Your Vehicle QRG When Stopped 1. Always use the parking brake when you park your vehicle near...
...pedal down. 3. Move the shift lever to (P . 4. Turn off the engine. Make sure the parking brake is expected. 1. Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire. 1 When Stopped Automatic transmission models NOTICE TOC Driving The following can damage the transmission: • Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals... Parking Raise the wiper arms when snow is set firmly, or your vehicle may roll if parked on an incline. 1 Parking Your Vehicle 2012 Civic Coupe Do not park your vehicle. 2. Parking Your Vehicle QRG When Stopped 1. Always use the parking brake when you park your vehicle near...
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..., not gasoline. • Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air. • Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which you can kill you should perform a given task. 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Safety When Performing Maintenance QRG 3 WARNING Improperly maintaining this owner's manual. u Only operate the engine if there is...
..., not gasoline. • Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air. • Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which you can kill you should perform a given task. 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Safety When Performing Maintenance QRG 3 WARNING Improperly maintaining this owner's manual. u Only operate the engine if there is...
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uu Maintenance Minder™ u To Use Maintenance MinderTM 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Maintenance Service Items Maintenance Minder Indicator Maintenance Minder Message Main Item 1 Maintenance Service Items • Independent of soot in...reset, change the engine oil every year. # : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty. * Not available on all fluid levels and condition of fluids Inspect exhaust system# Inspect fuel lines and connections# CODE 1 2 3 4 5 Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element*2 Replace dust and pollen filter *,*3 Inspect...
uu Maintenance Minder™ u To Use Maintenance MinderTM 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Maintenance Service Items Maintenance Minder Indicator Maintenance Minder Message Main Item 1 Maintenance Service Items • Independent of soot in...reset, change the engine oil every year. # : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty. * Not available on all fluid levels and condition of fluids Inspect exhaust system# Inspect fuel lines and connections# CODE 1 2 3 4 5 Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element*2 Replace dust and pollen filter *,*3 Inspect...
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uu Maintenance Minder™ u To Use Maintenance MinderTM 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Maintenance Service Items System Message Indicator Maintenance Minder Message 1 Maintenance Service Items • Independent of the Maintenance Minder ..., and boots Inspect suspension components Inspect driveshaft boots Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA) Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids Inspect exhaust system# Inspect fuel lines and connections# CODE 1 2 3 4 5 Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element*2 Replace dust and pollen filter...
uu Maintenance Minder™ u To Use Maintenance MinderTM 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Maintenance Service Items System Message Indicator Maintenance Minder Message 1 Maintenance Service Items • Independent of the Maintenance Minder ..., and boots Inspect suspension components Inspect driveshaft boots Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA) Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids Inspect exhaust system# Inspect fuel lines and connections# CODE 1 2 3 4 5 Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element*2 Replace dust and pollen filter...
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... C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Flat Tire ...293 Floor Mats ...287 Fluids Automatic Transmission...257 Brake/Clutch...260 Engine Coolant...255 Manual Transmission ...258 Windshield Washer...261 Fog...249 Displaying Oil Life ...237, 241 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...66, 307 Recommended Engine Oil ...248 EPS (Electric Power Steering System) Indicator ...71, 309 Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ...62 Exterior Care (Cleaning) ...288 Exterior Mirrors ...122 G Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ...230 Gauge...78 Information ...227 Instant Fuel ...
... C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Flat Tire ...293 Floor Mats ...287 Fluids Automatic Transmission...257 Brake/Clutch...260 Engine Coolant...255 Manual Transmission ...258 Windshield Washer...261 Fog...249 Displaying Oil Life ...237, 241 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...66, 307 Recommended Engine Oil ...248 EPS (Electric Power Steering System) Indicator ...71, 309 Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ...62 Exterior Care (Cleaning) ...288 Exterior Mirrors ...122 G Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ...230 Gauge...78 Information ...227 Instant Fuel ...