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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 ... 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 the Unexpected Remote Transmitter Care * P. 284 Information Engine Does Not...
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 ... 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 the Unexpected Remote Transmitter Care * P. 284 Information Engine Does Not...
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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) ❙... (P222) ❙ Auxiliary Input Jack * (P141) ❙ Glove Box (P131) ❙ Accessory Power Socket (P133) ❙ Shift Lever Automatic Transmission (P207) 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) ❙... (P222) ❙ Auxiliary Input Jack * (P141) ❙ Glove Box (P131) ❙ Accessory Power Socket (P133) ❙ Shift Lever Automatic Transmission (P207) 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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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) ❙ Headlights (P115) (P262) ❙ Front Turn Signal/...
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) ❙ Headlights (P115) (P262) ❙ Front Turn Signal/...
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...wheels regularly. ● Check tire pressures regularly. ● Install snow tires for winter driving. b Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up the hood. Wiper Blades (P272) ● Replace blades if they leave streaks across the windshield. Index Home c When... 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...
...wheels regularly. ● Check tire pressures regularly. ● Install snow tires for winter driving. b Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up the hood. Wiper Blades (P272) ● Replace blades if they leave streaks across the windshield. Index Home c When... 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...
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...you need to tow your vehicle. Indicators Come On (P307) ● Identify the indicator and consult the owner's manual. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Handling the Unexpected Flat Tire (P293) ● Park in a safe location and replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire in a... a blown fuse if an electrical 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. Index Home 18 Overheating (P305) ● Park in the trunk. (P 300) (P291) Engine Won't Start ...
...you need to tow your vehicle. Indicators Come On (P307) ● Identify the indicator and consult the owner's manual. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Handling the Unexpected Flat Tire (P293) ● Park in a safe location and replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire in a... a blown fuse if an electrical 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. Index Home 18 Overheating (P305) ● Park in the trunk. (P 300) (P291) Engine Won't Start ...
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...* Not available on all of the vehicle. TOC Controls Security System Alarm * The security system alarm activates when the doors, trunk, or hood are opened without the key, or remote transmitter. 1 Security System Alarm The security alarm continues for a maximum of two minutes until the ...; Do not allow objects that has not been pre-registered from another vehicle's immobilizer system near the ignition switch. 1 Immobilizer System NOTICE 2012 Civic Coupe QRG Leaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in theft or accidental movement of the exterior lights flash. ■ To...
...* Not available on all of the vehicle. TOC Controls Security System Alarm * The security system alarm activates when the doors, trunk, or hood are opened without the key, or remote transmitter. 1 Security System Alarm The security alarm continues for a maximum of two minutes until the ...; Do not allow objects that has not been pre-registered from another vehicle's immobilizer system near the ignition switch. 1 Immobilizer System NOTICE 2012 Civic Coupe QRG Leaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in theft or accidental movement of the exterior lights flash. ■ To...
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... system is set the security system alarm when someone is in the instrument panel blinks. 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 occur for approximately one second, the ... been met: • The ignition switch is in LOCK (0 , and the key has been removed from the ignition switch. • The hood and trunk are closed. • Both doors are locked with the trunk release or the emergency trunk opener. The system can accidentally activate when:...
... system is set the security system alarm when someone is in the instrument panel blinks. 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 occur for approximately one second, the ... been met: • The ignition switch is in LOCK (0 , and the key has been removed from the ignition switch. • The hood and trunk are closed. • Both doors are locked with the trunk release or the emergency trunk opener. The system can accidentally activate when:...
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... warm water around the door edges to avoid further freezing. u If the hood opens while driving, your field of the vehicle. u There are in the hole. Before Driving QRG Driving Preparation Check the following items before you start driving. 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Exterior Checks • Make sure there are no people or.... • Make sure the tires are blind spots from around the wheels, be unable to damage the wheel or wheel components. • Make sure the hood is securely closed.
... warm water around the door edges to avoid further freezing. u If the hood opens while driving, your field of the vehicle. u There are in the hole. Before Driving QRG Driving Preparation Check the following items before you start driving. 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Exterior Checks • Make sure there are no people or.... • Make sure the tires are blind spots from around the wheels, be unable to damage the wheel or wheel components. • Make sure the hood is securely closed.
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...234 Safety When Performing Maintenance...235 Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ...236 Maintenance Minder™ ...237 Maintenance Under the Hood Index Home Maintenance Items Under the Hood...245 Opening the Hood ...247 Recommended Engine Oil ...248 Oil Check ...249 Adding Engine Oil ...251 Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...252...Battery...284 Heating and Cooling * System Maintenance ...285 Cleaning Interior Care ...286 Exterior Care...288 Wear Indicators...279 * Not available on all models 233 QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Maintenance This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
...234 Safety When Performing Maintenance...235 Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ...236 Maintenance Minder™ ...237 Maintenance Under the Hood Index Home Maintenance Items Under the Hood...245 Opening the Hood ...247 Recommended Engine Oil ...248 Oil Check ...249 Adding Engine Oil ...251 Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...252...Battery...284 Heating and Cooling * System Maintenance ...285 Cleaning Interior Care ...286 Exterior Care...288 Wear Indicators...279 * Not available on all models 233 QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Maintenance This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
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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
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uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Opening the Hood Opening the Hood Hood Release Handle 2012 Civic Coupe 1. Pull the hood release handle under the lower left corner of approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the hood close. Remove the support rod from the clamp using the grip. Mount the support rod in the clamp, then gently lower the...
uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Opening the Hood Opening the Hood Hood Release Handle 2012 Civic Coupe 1. Pull the hood release handle under the lower left corner of approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the hood close. Remove the support rod from the clamp using the grip. Mount the support rod in the clamp, then gently lower the...
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Use a Genuine Honda Motor Oil or another commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for the ambient temperature as shown. 1 Recommended Engine Oil 2012 Civic Coupe Engine Oil Additives Your vehicle does not require oil additives. If you drive the vehicle with an API Certification Seal... is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. 248 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Recommended Engine Oil QRG Recommended Engine Oil • Genuine Honda Motor Oil • Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with insufficient or deteriorated oil, the engine may ...
Use a Genuine Honda Motor Oil or another commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for the ambient temperature as shown. 1 Recommended Engine Oil 2012 Civic Coupe Engine Oil Additives Your vehicle does not require oil additives. If you drive the vehicle with an API Certification Seal... is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade. 248 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Recommended Engine Oil QRG Recommended Engine Oil • Genuine Honda Motor Oil • Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with insufficient or deteriorated oil, the engine may ...
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Insert the dipstick back all the way into its hole. 1 Oil Check 2012 Civic Coupe QRG If the oil level is near or below the lower mark, slowly add oil being careful not to overfill. 2.4 ℓ engine models TOC ... the engine off before you refuel. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Park the vehicle on level ground. uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Oil Check Oil Check We recommend that you check the engine oil level every time you check the oil. 1.
Insert the dipstick back all the way into its hole. 1 Oil Check 2012 Civic Coupe QRG If the oil level is near or below the lower mark, slowly add oil being careful not to overfill. 2.4 ℓ engine models TOC ... the engine off before you refuel. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Park the vehicle on level ground. uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Oil Check Oil Check We recommend that you check the engine oil level every time you check the oil. 1.
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Upper Mark Lower Mark 2.4 ℓ engine models TOC Maintenance Upper Mark Lower Mark Index Home 250 Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. Add oil if necessary. It should be between the upper and lower marks. uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Oil Check QRG 2012 Civic Coupe 1.8 ℓ engine models 4.
Upper Mark Lower Mark 2.4 ℓ engine models TOC Maintenance Upper Mark Lower Mark Index Home 250 Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. Add oil if necessary. It should be between the upper and lower marks. uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Oil Check QRG 2012 Civic Coupe 1.8 ℓ engine models 4.
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... may damage the engine compartment components. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it up immediately. uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Adding Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil 1.8 ℓ engine models 2012 Civic Coupe 1. Overfilling the engine oil can result in leaks and engine damage. Engine Oil Fill Cap TOC Maintenance Index Home...
... may damage the engine compartment components. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it up immediately. uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Adding Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil 1.8 ℓ engine models 2012 Civic Coupe 1. Overfilling the engine oil can result in leaks and engine damage. Engine Oil Fill Cap TOC Maintenance Index Home...
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...can or onto the ground. The engine may damage the environment if you are not changed regularly. Open the hood and remove the engine oil fill cap. 1.8 ℓ engine models NOTICE 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter You may be damaged if they are changing the oil by... yourself, appropriately dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you do not dispose of the used oil. Bolt Under Cover 3. uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Changing the ...
...can or onto the ground. The engine may damage the environment if you are not changed regularly. Open the hood and remove the engine oil fill cap. 1.8 ℓ engine models NOTICE 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter You may be damaged if they are changing the oil by... yourself, appropriately dispose of the oil in a suitable way. If you do not dispose of the used oil. Bolt Under Cover 3. uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Changing the ...
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uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter 2012 Civic Coupe 1.8 ℓ engine models QRG All models Drain Bolt 4. Washer 2.4 ℓ engine models Drain Bolt TOC Washer Maintenance Index Home Continued 253 Remove the drain bolt and washer from the bottom of the engine, and drain the oil into a suitable container.
uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter 2012 Civic Coupe 1.8 ℓ engine models QRG All models Drain Bolt 4. Washer 2.4 ℓ engine models Drain Bolt TOC Washer Maintenance Index Home Continued 253 Remove the drain bolt and washer from the bottom of the engine, and drain the oil into a suitable container.
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... the contact surface of the remaining oil. 6. If it . 7. Pour the recommended engine oil into the engine. uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter QRG 2012 Civic Coupe 1.8 ℓ engine models Oil Filter 2.4 ℓ engine models 5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the engine block, and install...
... the contact surface of the remaining oil. 6. If it . 7. Pour the recommended engine oil into the engine. uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter QRG 2012 Civic Coupe 1.8 ℓ engine models Oil Filter 2.4 ℓ engine models 5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the engine block, and install...
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...engine coolant accordingly. 1 Engine Coolant NOTICE 2.4 ℓ engine models 2012 Civic Coupe QRG You will need a more concentrated coolant if you are driving in corrosion, causing the cooling system to your Honda dealer for leaks. All models ■ Reserve Tank MAX 1. Index...and refilled with 50% antifreeze and 50% water. uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Specified coolant: Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 This coolant is premixed with Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as a temporary replacement. TOC Maintenance Reserve Tank MIN ...
...engine coolant accordingly. 1 Engine Coolant NOTICE 2.4 ℓ engine models 2012 Civic Coupe QRG You will need a more concentrated coolant if you are driving in corrosion, causing the cooling system to your Honda dealer for leaks. All models ■ Reserve Tank MAX 1. Index...and refilled with 50% antifreeze and 50% water. uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Specified coolant: Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 This coolant is premixed with Honda antifreeze/coolant as soon as a temporary replacement. TOC Maintenance Reserve Tank MIN ...