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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....Refueling P. 227 Towing a Trailer P. 203 Fuel Economy P. 230 2 Maintenance P. 233 Before Performing Maintenance P. 234 Maintenance Minder™ P. 237 Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 272 Heating and Cooling * System Maintenance P. 285 Quick Reference Guide 2 Handling the Unexpected P. 291 Index Home...on some of Contents 00X31-TR0-6000 © 2011 American Honda Motor Co, Inc. - Images throughout this publication were in effect at any time without...
Navigation Key QRG TOC Index 2012 Civic Coupe Contents 2 Safe Driving P. 23 For Safe Driving P. 24 Seat Belts P....Refueling P. 227 Towing a Trailer P. 203 Fuel Economy P. 230 2 Maintenance P. 233 Before Performing Maintenance P. 234 Maintenance Minder™ P. 237 Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 272 Heating and Cooling * System Maintenance P. 285 Quick Reference Guide 2 Handling the Unexpected P. 291 Index Home...on some of Contents 00X31-TR0-6000 © 2011 American Honda Motor Co, Inc. - Images throughout this publication were in effect at any time without...
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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 ... 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 the Unexpected Remote Transmitter Care * P. 284 Information...
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 ... 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 the Unexpected Remote Transmitter Care * P. 284 Information...
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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) ❙ ...
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) ❙ ...
Owner's Manual
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... Indicator * * Lights Reminders Lights On Indicator High Beam Indicator Fog Light Indicator * Cruise Control Indicator * System Message Indicator * Maintenance Minder Indicator * Daytime Running Lights Indicator * * Not available on all models Index Home Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator Canada ...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 models System...
... Indicator * * Lights Reminders Lights On Indicator High Beam Indicator Fog Light Indicator * Cruise Control Indicator * System Message Indicator * Maintenance Minder Indicator * Daytime Running Lights Indicator * * Not available on all models Index Home Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator Canada ...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 models System...
Owner's Manual
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...) ● Inspect all models 17 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. a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the...
...) ● Inspect all models 17 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. a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the...
Owner's Manual
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... current conditions, regardless of the maximum speed posted. ■ Keep your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance. uu For Safe Driving u Important Safety Precautions 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely Engaging in cell phone conversation or other vehicles, and pedestrians could...
... current conditions, regardless of the maximum speed posted. ■ Keep your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance. uu For Safe Driving u Important Safety Precautions 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely Engaging in cell phone conversation or other vehicles, and pedestrians could...
Owner's Manual
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... control unit and other related parts must be replaced. Index Home 49 vehicles, American Honda Automobile Customer Service at 800-999-1009 and for U.S. If it must be replaced.... driver's seat position sensor or the weight sensors in the following situations: 1 Airbag Care 2012 Civic Coupe QRG We recommend against the use of salvaged airbag system components, including the airbag, tensioners..., sensors, and control unit. However, you should not, perform any maintenance on or replace any airbag system components yourself. Similarly, once an automatic seat belt...
... control unit and other related parts must be replaced. Index Home 49 vehicles, American Honda Automobile Customer Service at 800-999-1009 and for U.S. If it must be replaced.... driver's seat position sensor or the weight sensors in the following situations: 1 Airbag Care 2012 Civic Coupe QRG We recommend against the use of salvaged airbag system components, including the airbag, tensioners..., sensors, and control unit. However, you should not, perform any maintenance on or replace any airbag system components yourself. Similarly, once an automatic seat belt...
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... maintenance is due soon. Comes on when you press the CRUISE button. Comes on when you press the ECON button. Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to come on simultaneously. 2 i-VTEC indicator P. 79 - uu Indicators u 2012 Civic ...* 2 ECON Button * P. 120 TOC Instrument Panel ● CRUISE MAIN Indicator * CRUISE CONTROL Indicator * Maintenance Minder Indicator * ● 2 Cruise Control * P. 213 - ● 2 Cruise Control * P. 213 - ● 2 Maintenance Minder™ P. 237 - ● i-VTEC Indicator * Indicator ● When the i-VTEC indicator comes on...
... maintenance is due soon. Comes on when you press the CRUISE button. Comes on when you press the ECON button. Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to come on simultaneously. 2 i-VTEC indicator P. 79 - uu Indicators u 2012 Civic ...* 2 ECON Button * P. 120 TOC Instrument Panel ● CRUISE MAIN Indicator * CRUISE CONTROL Indicator * Maintenance Minder Indicator * ● 2 Cruise Control * P. 213 - ● 2 Cruise Control * P. 213 - ● 2 Maintenance Minder™ P. 237 - ● i-VTEC Indicator * Indicator ● When the i-VTEC indicator comes on...
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...SERVICE PAST DUE follow. Index Home 77 uu Indicators u Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages * 2012 Civic Coupe Message ● ● QRG Condition Appears when the scheduled maintenance is in LOCK (0 . ● Remove the key from the ignition switch. Appears when you ...open the driver's door while the ignition key is in ACCESSORY (q . ● Explanation 2 Maintenance Minder Messages on the MultiInformation Display P. 242 TOC Instrument Panel ● Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0 , then remove the key. ...
...SERVICE PAST DUE follow. Index Home 77 uu Indicators u Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages * 2012 Civic Coupe Message ● ● QRG Condition Appears when the scheduled maintenance is in LOCK (0 . ● Remove the key from the ignition switch. Appears when you ...open the driver's door while the ignition key is in ACCESSORY (q . ● Explanation 2 Maintenance Minder Messages on the MultiInformation Display P. 242 TOC Instrument Panel ● Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0 , then remove the key. ...
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... Gauges and Displays 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 Meter A, Odometer TOC Instrument Panel...
... Gauges and Displays 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 Meter A, Odometer TOC Instrument Panel...
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... meter is reset, the average fuel economy is updated at set intervals. 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 models 81 The display is also reset. uu Gauges and...
... meter is reset, the average fuel economy is updated at set intervals. 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 models 81 The display is also reset. uu Gauges and...
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...or average fuel economy A when you can travel on all model Index ■ Engine Oil Life Home Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance MinderTM. 2 Maintenance Minder™ P. 237 84 * Not available on the remaining fuel. When a trip meter is reset, the average fuel economy is... updated at set intervals. The display is also reset. uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Average Fuel Economy TOC ...
...or average fuel economy A when you can travel on all model Index ■ Engine Oil Life Home Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance MinderTM. 2 Maintenance Minder™ P. 237 84 * Not available on the remaining fuel. When a trip meter is reset, the average fuel economy is... updated at set intervals. The display is also reset. uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Average Fuel Economy TOC ...
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TOC Instrument Panel Maintenance info Odometer/Trip Meter Trip Meter Reset Select Trip/Odometer Adjust Clock Index Home * Not available on all models Continued 87 uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Customization flow Press the MENU button. Vehicle Menu Vehicle Information QRG 1 Customized Features You can exit the customizing screen at any time by pressing the MENU button.
TOC Instrument Panel Maintenance info Odometer/Trip Meter Trip Meter Reset Select Trip/Odometer Adjust Clock Index Home * Not available on all models Continued 87 uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Customization flow Press the MENU button. Vehicle Menu Vehicle Information QRG 1 Customized Features You can exit the customizing screen at any time by pressing the MENU button.
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... Continued 89 Switch between odometer, trip meter A, and trip meter B. Reset the trip meter. uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * 2012 Civic Coupe ■ List of customizable options Setup Group Vehicle Information Odometer/ Trip Meter Adjust Clock *1: Default Setting Customizable Features Maintenance info Trip Meter Reset Select Trip/Odometer Description Reset the...
... Continued 89 Switch between odometer, trip meter A, and trip meter B. Reset the trip meter. uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * 2012 Civic Coupe ■ List of customizable options Setup Group Vehicle Information Odometer/ Trip Meter Adjust Clock *1: Default Setting Customizable Features Maintenance info Trip Meter Reset Select Trip/Odometer Description Reset the...
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... or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. Required Federal Explanation QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Please note that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Index Home 220 Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or ...more tires or wheels on the vehicle that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is illuminated, the system may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
... or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. Required Federal Explanation QRG 2012 Civic Coupe Please note that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Index Home 220 Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or ...more tires or wheels on the vehicle that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is illuminated, the system may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Owner's Manual
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...Gallons of fuel Liter Miles per Gallon Kilometers L per 100 km ■ Maintenance and Fuel Economy You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle, and loading. Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with ...excess cargo. • Keep your vehicle's underside adds weight and increases wind resistance. 100 In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are established following a simulated test. For more information on how this vehicle. 1 Improving Fuel Economy 2012 Civic...
...Gallons of fuel Liter Miles per Gallon Kilometers L per 100 km ■ Maintenance and Fuel Economy You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle, and loading. Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with ...excess cargo. • Keep your vehicle's underside adds weight and increases wind resistance. 100 In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are established following a simulated test. For more information on how this vehicle. 1 Improving Fuel Economy 2012 Civic...
Owner's Manual
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Before Performing Maintenance Inspection and 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...283 Remote Transmitter Care * Replacing the 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...
Before Performing Maintenance Inspection and 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...283 Remote Transmitter Care * Replacing the 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...
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... with the intervals indicated by a dealer. (Note, however, that service at www.techinfo.honda.com. 2 Authorized Manuals P. 329 If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks that are "certified" to keep your vehicle in good condition. models 2012 Civic Coupe Maintenance, replacement, or repair of any automotive repair establishment or individuals using parts that require...
... with the intervals indicated by a dealer. (Note, however, that service at www.techinfo.honda.com. 2 Authorized Manuals P. 329 If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks that are "certified" to keep your vehicle in good condition. models 2012 Civic Coupe Maintenance, replacement, or repair of any automotive repair establishment or individuals using parts that require...
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... can cause a crash in which is off. • Be aware that hot parts can be in this owner's manual. ■ Maintenance Safety • To reduce the possibility of the most important safety precautions are given here. u Do not start the engine unless instructed,...moving parts can arise in this owner's manual. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task. 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Safety When Performing Maintenance QRG 3 WARNING Improperly maintaining this vehicle or failing to properly follow the procedures and precautions in a stationary condition. uu Before...
... can cause a crash in which is off. • Be aware that hot parts can be in this owner's manual. ■ Maintenance Safety • To reduce the possibility of the most important safety precautions are given here. u Do not start the engine unless instructed,...moving parts can arise in this owner's manual. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task. 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Safety When Performing Maintenance QRG 3 WARNING Improperly maintaining this vehicle or failing to properly follow the procedures and precautions in a stationary condition. uu Before...
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uu Before Performing Maintenance u Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service QRG Parts and Fluids Used in Honda vehicles. 2012 Civic Coupe TOC Maintenance Index Home 236 Honda genuine parts are manufactured according to the same high quality standards used in Maintenance Service The use of Honda genuine parts and fluids is recommended when maintaining and servicing your vehicle.
uu Before Performing Maintenance u Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service QRG Parts and Fluids Used in Honda vehicles. 2012 Civic Coupe TOC Maintenance Index Home 236 Honda genuine parts are manufactured according to the same high quality standards used in Maintenance Service The use of Honda genuine parts and fluids is recommended when maintaining and servicing your vehicle.