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Navigation Key QRG TOC Index 2012 Civic Coupe Contents 2 Safe Driving P. 23 For Safe Driving P. 24 Seat Belts P. 28 Airbags P. 35 2 Instrument Panel P. 65 ... 307 2 Information P. 317 Specifications P. 318 Emissions Testing P. 325 Identification Numbers P. 322 Warranty Coverages P. 327 Home Book Table of the Civic 2-Door. This owner's manual covers all , models. This owner's manual is sold in the United States and Canada. The information and ...not have some , but not all models of Contents 00X31-TR0-6000 © 2011 American Honda Motor Co, Inc. - Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
Navigation Key QRG TOC Index 2012 Civic Coupe Contents 2 Safe Driving P. 23 For Safe Driving P. 24 Seat Belts P. 28 Airbags P. 35 2 Instrument Panel P. 65 ... 307 2 Information P. 317 Specifications P. 318 Emissions Testing P. 325 Identification Numbers P. 322 Warranty Coverages P. 327 Home Book Table of the Civic 2-Door. This owner's manual covers all , models. This owner's manual is sold in the United States and Canada. The information and ...not have some , but not all models of Contents 00X31-TR0-6000 © 2011 American Honda Motor Co, Inc. - Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
Owner's Manual
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...the ignition switch in ON (w , open the trunk: • Pull the trunk release. • Press the trunk release button *. • Turn the key in place. Power Door Mirrors * (P122) ● With the ignition switch in the ON position (indicator is on all models 11 Selector Switch Window Switch...Index Home Adjustment Switch * Not available on ), the passenger's window switch is disabled. Power Window Lock Button Indicator QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Trunk Release ● To unlock and open and close the power windows. ● If the power window lock button is in the...
...the ignition switch in ON (w , open the trunk: • Pull the trunk release. • Press the trunk release button *. • Turn the key in place. Power Door Mirrors * (P122) ● With the ignition switch in the ON position (indicator is on all models 11 Selector Switch Window Switch...Index Home Adjustment Switch * Not available on ), the passenger's window switch is disabled. Power Window Lock Button Indicator QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Trunk Release ● To unlock and open and close the power windows. ● If the power window lock button is in the...
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...This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a problem. Try to turn the steering wheel left and right while turning the ignition key. The ignition switch does not turn from (0 to (q . Index Home 19 Why do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors ...are relocked automatically for security. Why? ● ● QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe The steering wheel may be moved to (P . What to Do If The ignition switch does not turn from (q to (0 and I unlocked the ...
...This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a problem. Try to turn the steering wheel left and right while turning the ignition key. The ignition switch does not turn from (0 to (q . Index Home 19 Why do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors ...are relocked automatically for security. Why? ● ● QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe The steering wheel may be moved to (P . What to Do If The ignition switch does not turn from (q to (0 and I unlocked the ...
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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 door? The brake pads may need to ... . This will result in decreased engine performance, and can temporarily use unleaded gasoline with a PON of 87 or higher. The beeper sounds when: ● The key is recommended. Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. If premium unleaded gasoline with a PON of 91 or higher is not fully released. Index Home 20...
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 door? The brake pads may need to ... . This will result in decreased engine performance, and can temporarily use unleaded gasoline with a PON of 87 or higher. The beeper sounds when: ● The key is recommended. Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. If premium unleaded gasoline with a PON of 91 or higher is not fully released. Index Home 20...
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...of a LATCH-compatible child seat is compliant with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. This is key to maximizing your child's safety. LATCH-compatible child seats have a flexible-type connector. In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with a...compatible child seat can be installed using the seat belt. Index Home 54 uu Child Safety u Safety of Infants and Small Children QRG 2012 Civic Coupe TOC Safe Driving ■ Selecting a Child Seat Most child seats are equally easy to use and care instructions as well as the...
...of a LATCH-compatible child seat is compliant with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. This is key to maximizing your child's safety. LATCH-compatible child seats have a flexible-type connector. In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with a...compatible child seat can be installed using the seat belt. Index Home 54 uu Child Safety u Safety of Infants and Small Children QRG 2012 Civic Coupe TOC Safe Driving ■ Selecting a Child Seat Most child seats are equally easy to use and care instructions as well as the...
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...is sitting in AUTO * when the exterior lights are on when nobody is automatically shut off . A turn signal lever. If you remove the key from the ignition switch while the exterior lights are on . Have the passenger sit properly. - ● - Comes on when the fog ...Indicator ● ● Index Home * Not available on . TOC Instrument Panel High-Beam Indicator Lights On Indicator ● - uu Indicators u 2012 Civic Coupe Indicator Name ● QRG On/Blinking The turn signal indicators blink when you operate the turn signal light bulb has blown. Comes on when...
...is sitting in AUTO * when the exterior lights are on when nobody is automatically shut off . A turn signal lever. If you remove the key from the ignition switch while the exterior lights are on . Have the passenger sit properly. - ● - Comes on when the fog ...Indicator ● ● Index Home * Not available on . TOC Instrument Panel High-Beam Indicator Lights On Indicator ● - uu Indicators u 2012 Civic Coupe Indicator Name ● QRG On/Blinking The turn signal indicators blink when you operate the turn signal light bulb has blown. Comes on when...
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... has reached normal operating temperature, there may be problem with the temperature sensors. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0 , pull the key out, and then insert the key and turn the ignition switch to ON (w again. Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it to ON... (w . Have the vehicle inspected by a dealer. uu Indicators u QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on briefly when you turn it . ...
... has reached normal operating temperature, there may be problem with the temperature sensors. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0 , pull the key out, and then insert the key and turn the ignition switch to ON (w again. Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it to ON... (w . Have the vehicle inspected by a dealer. uu Indicators u QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on briefly when you turn it . ...
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Appears when you open the driver's door while the ignition key is in LOCK (0 . ● Remove the key from the ignition switch. uu Indicators u Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages * 2012 Civic Coupe Message ● ● QRG Condition Appears when the scheduled maintenance is in ACCESSORY (q . ● Explanation 2 Maintenance Minder Messages on the MultiInformation...
Appears when you open the driver's door while the ignition key is in LOCK (0 . ● Remove the key from the ignition switch. uu Indicators u Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages * 2012 Civic Coupe Message ● ● QRG Condition Appears when the scheduled maintenance is in ACCESSORY (q . ● Explanation 2 Maintenance Minder Messages on the MultiInformation...
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...the vehicle without opening either door. The exterior lights flash. The beeper sounds. uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Setup Group Customizable Features Auto Door Lock Door Lock Mode Description Changes the setting for manual transmission 92 * Not available on the... first operation of the remote or ignition key. Keyless Lock Acknowledgment Security Relock Timer Default All Index Home LOCK/UNLOCK- LOCK (2nd push)- Changes the time it takes for...
...the vehicle without opening either door. The exterior lights flash. The beeper sounds. uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Setup Group Customizable Features Auto Door Lock Door Lock Mode Description Changes the setting for manual transmission 92 * Not available on the... first operation of the remote or ignition key. Keyless Lock Acknowledgment Security Relock Timer Default All Index Home LOCK/UNLOCK- LOCK (2nd push)- Changes the time it takes for...
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Index Home Setting the Clock ...98 Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions ...99 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ...101 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ...103 Auto Door Locking/Unlocking * ...105 ... Items ...130 Interior Lights ...130 Interior Convenience Items ...131 Heating and Cooling * ...136 Using Vents, Heating and A/C * ...136 * Not available on all models 97 QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Controls This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Index Home Setting the Clock ...98 Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions ...99 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ...101 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ...103 Auto Door Locking/Unlocking * ...105 ... Items ...130 Interior Lights ...130 Interior Convenience Items ...131 Heating and Cooling * ...136 Using Vents, Heating and A/C * ...136 * Not available on all models 97 QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Controls This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
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... open the trunk. If the circuits 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 may not work properly, have an immobilizer system. You can also use the remote transmitter * to...
... open the trunk. If the circuits 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 may not work properly, have an immobilizer system. You can also use the remote transmitter * to...
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... will need to leave a key with a third party, leave the valet key. uu Locking and Unlocking the Doors u Key Types and Functions QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Valet Key Gray 1 Valet Key Can be used to purchase an additional key, contact a dealer. If you purchase a replacement key. 1 Key Number Tag Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a safe place...
... will need to leave a key with a third party, leave the valet key. uu Locking and Unlocking the Doors u Key Types and Functions QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Valet Key Gray 1 Valet Key Can be used to purchase an additional key, contact a dealer. If you purchase a replacement key. 1 Key Number Tag Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a safe place...
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...Index Home Models with a key, the passenger's door locks at the same time. Make sure you lock the driver's door, the passenger's door locks at the same time. Turn the key a second time within a few seconds to prevent it from the Outside QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Locking/Unlocking... the Doors Using a Key Fully insert the key and turn it. 1 Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key Models with remote transmitter Lock When you lock...
...Index Home Models with a key, the passenger's door locks at the same time. Make sure you lock the driver's door, the passenger's door locks at the same time. Turn the key a second time within a few seconds to prevent it from the Outside QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Locking/Unlocking... the Doors Using a Key Fully insert the key and turn it. 1 Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key Models with remote transmitter Lock When you lock...
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QRG TOC Controls Using the Master key * Insert the key in the cylinder to someone else, give them the valet key. Unlock Index Home * Not available on all models 107 uu Opening and Closing the Trunk u Using the Master key * 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Locking the trunk opener You can lock the trunk release with the master key. 1 Locking the trunk opener If you need to give the key to unlock and open the trunk. 1 Using the Master Key The valet key does not unlock the trunk.
QRG TOC Controls Using the Master key * Insert the key in the cylinder to someone else, give them the valet key. Unlock Index Home * Not available on all models 107 uu Opening and Closing the Trunk u Using the Master key * 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Locking the trunk opener You can lock the trunk release with the master key. 1 Locking the trunk opener If you need to give the key to unlock and open the trunk. 1 Using the Master Key The valet key does not unlock the trunk.
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...the following when inserting the key into the ignition switch: • 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 vehicle. Pay attention to verify the key. Doing so may damage the system and make your vehicle inoperable...
...the following when inserting the key into the ignition switch: • 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 vehicle. Pay attention to verify the key. Doing so may damage the system and make your vehicle inoperable...
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...accidentally activate when: • Unlocking the door with the lock tab or the master door lock switch. • Opening the trunk with the key or the remote transmitter. 1 Security System Alarm Do not set the security system alarm when someone is in the vehicle or a window is...If you have been met: • The ignition switch 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 following ...
...accidentally activate when: • Unlocking the door with the lock tab or the master door lock switch. • Opening the trunk with the key or the remote transmitter. 1 Security System Alarm Do not set the security system alarm when someone is in the vehicle or a window is...If you have been met: • The ignition switch 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 following ...
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... you open the driver's door when the key is in this 3 WARNING Removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel QRG Ignition Switch 1 Ignition Switch Manual transmission models 2012 Civic Coupe (0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in LOCK (0 or ACCESSORY (q , a warning buzzer will...
... you open the driver's door when the key is in this 3 WARNING Removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel QRG Ignition Switch 1 Ignition Switch Manual transmission models 2012 Civic Coupe (0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in LOCK (0 or ACCESSORY (q , a warning buzzer will...
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...ignition switch is off , regardless of the position of the ignition switch. ■ High beams Push the lever forward until you remove the key from the ignition switch while the lights are on, the lights on indicator in the instrument panel will cause the battery to discharge. Index Home... Continued 115 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 ...
...ignition switch is off , regardless of the position of the ignition switch. ■ High beams Push the lever forward until you remove the key from the ignition switch while the lights are on, the lights on indicator in the instrument panel will cause the battery to discharge. Index Home... Continued 115 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 ...
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... lighting system may not work properly. The lights turn on reminder chime. uu Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Light Switches QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Automatic Lighting Control * Automatic lighting control can change the AUTO light sensitivity and automatic lighting off timer setting using the multiinformation display... when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark areas such as long tunnels or parking facilities. When you remove the key and close the driver's door. Do not cover this light sensor with the headlight switch on, but do not open the door, the...
... lighting system may not work properly. The lights turn on reminder chime. uu Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Light Switches QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Automatic Lighting Control * Automatic lighting control can change the AUTO light sensitivity and automatic lighting off timer setting using the multiinformation display... when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark areas such as long tunnels or parking facilities. When you remove the key and close the driver's door. Do not cover this light sensor with the headlight switch on, but do not open the door, the...
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...when you press the lens. 130 * Not available on all models The interior lights go off by pressing the lenses. Models with the key in the ignition switch. • When you turn the ignition switch to ON (w . Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items QRG Interior Lights ...■ Interior Light Switches Front 1 Interior Light Switches 2012 Civic Coupe ■ ON The interior lights come on regardless of whether the doors are open or closed. ■ Door activated The interior lights ...
...when you press the lens. 130 * Not available on all models The interior lights go off by pressing the lenses. Models with the key in the ignition switch. • When you turn the ignition switch to ON (w . Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items QRG Interior Lights ...■ Interior Light Switches Front 1 Interior Light Switches 2012 Civic Coupe ■ ON The interior lights come on regardless of whether the doors are open or closed. ■ Door activated The interior lights ...