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... have some , but not all, models. The information and specifications included in the United States and Canada. 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 ... * P. 143 2 Driving P. 197 Before Driving P. 198 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...
... have some , but not all, models. The information and specifications included in the United States and Canada. 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 ... * P. 143 2 Driving P. 197 Before Driving P. 198 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...
Owner's Manual
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QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Why does the beeper sound when I start driving? The beeper sounds when: ● Driver and/or front passenger are left in the ignition switch. ... lights are not wearing their seat belts. ● The parking brake lever is not available, you can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in decreased engine performance, and can temporarily use unleaded gasoline with a PON of 91 or higher is not fully released. Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. Unleaded gasoline with...
QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Why does the beeper sound when I start driving? The beeper sounds when: ● Driver and/or front passenger are left in the ignition switch. ... lights are not wearing their seat belts. ● The parking brake lever is not available, you can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in decreased engine performance, and can temporarily use unleaded gasoline with a PON of 91 or higher is not fully released. Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. Unleaded gasoline with...
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... read this manual, you avoid damage to the vehicle owner and may contain perchlorate materials - QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is to help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may apply. See www.dtsc...crash situation occurs; In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that record information about powertrain performance. The main purpose of an EDR is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act The ...
... read this manual, you avoid damage to the vehicle owner and may contain perchlorate materials - QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic Coupe Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is to help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may apply. See www.dtsc...crash situation occurs; In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that record information about powertrain performance. The main purpose of an EDR is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act The ...
Owner's Manual
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... safe to a crash. To reduce the possibility of the maximum speed posted. ■ Keep your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance. Never drive faster than is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. QRG TOC Safe Driving Index Home 25...the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds. 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 lead...
... safe to a crash. To reduce the possibility of the maximum speed posted. ■ Keep your tire pressures and condition frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance. Never drive faster than is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. QRG TOC Safe Driving Index Home 25...the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds. 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 lead...
Owner's Manual
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...remove or modify a front seat to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact a Honda dealer, or for Canadian vehicles, Honda Canada Customer Relations at 800-999-1009 and for U.S. However, you should not, perform any maintenance on or replace any airbag system components yourself. TOC Safe Driving ... Care Airbag Care You do not need to, and should have your dealer inspect 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. vehicles,...
...remove or modify a front seat to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact a Honda dealer, or for Canadian vehicles, Honda Canada Customer Relations at 800-999-1009 and for U.S. However, you should not, perform any maintenance on or replace any airbag system components yourself. TOC Safe Driving ... Care Airbag Care You do not need to, and should have your dealer inspect 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. vehicles,...
Owner's Manual
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NOTICE 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button When cleaning the inside of the engine, transmission, heating and cooling system, and cruise control. 120 * Not available ... Button * Index Home The ECON button turns the ECON mode on all models The ECON mode helps you improve your fuel economy by adjusting the performance of the rear window, be careful not to start the engine. Also, do not use the system for a long period when the engine is idling...
NOTICE 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button When cleaning the inside of the engine, transmission, heating and cooling system, and cruise control. 120 * Not available ... Button * Index Home The ECON button turns the ECON mode on all models The ECON mode helps you improve your fuel economy by adjusting the performance of the rear window, be careful not to start the engine. Also, do not use the system for a long period when the engine is idling...
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...174; Audio Not all Bluetooth-enabled phones with streaming audio capabilities are compatible with Bluetooth®HandsFreeLink® ® 2012 Civic Coupe 123456 TOC Features (Power) Button Press to select Bluetooth® Audio. Selector Knob Turn to display the ...device's name. You can find an approved phone by visiting www.//handsfreelink.honda.com, or by calling the HandsFreeLink® consumer support at (888) 528-7876. Press to adjust ...it may be a delay before the system begins to perform some data device functions while driving.
...174; Audio Not all Bluetooth-enabled phones with streaming audio capabilities are compatible with Bluetooth®HandsFreeLink® ® 2012 Civic Coupe 123456 TOC Features (Power) Button Press to select Bluetooth® Audio. Selector Knob Turn to display the ...device's name. You can find an approved phone by visiting www.//handsfreelink.honda.com, or by calling the HandsFreeLink® consumer support at (888) 528-7876. Press to adjust ...it may be a delay before the system begins to perform some data device functions while driving.
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.... If the ignition switch is turned to ACCESSORY (q or LOCK (0 while driving, the engine will lose engine braking (and acceleration) performance. ■ Other Precautions If there is a strong impact with potholes. 206 Avoid hard braking for damage or any fluid leaks. You...ℓ engine models NOTICE Index Home The following can damage the engine or cause electrical component failure. 1 Precautions While Driving NOTICE 2012 Civic Coupe Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the accelerator pedal. Check the underside of operation, avoid sudden acceleration or full ...
.... If the ignition switch is turned to ACCESSORY (q or LOCK (0 while driving, the engine will lose engine braking (and acceleration) performance. ■ Other Precautions If there is a strong impact with potholes. 206 Avoid hard braking for damage or any fluid leaks. You...ℓ engine models NOTICE Index Home The following can damage the engine or cause electrical component failure. 1 Precautions While Driving NOTICE 2012 Civic Coupe Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the accelerator pedal. Check the underside of operation, avoid sudden acceleration or full ...
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... Home * Not available on the driver side control panel. uu When Driving u VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC (Electronic Stability Control), System 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ VSA® On and Off 1.8 ℓ engine models This button is on all models 217 This is turned on every time you... start the engine, even if you drove the vehicle. To turn the system off if you are being performed immediately after freeing your vehicle with the VSA® temporarily switched off . If the low tire pressure/TPMS *, low tire pressure *, or TPMS...
... Home * Not available on the driver side control panel. uu When Driving u VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC (Electronic Stability Control), System 2012 Civic Coupe QRG ■ VSA® On and Off 1.8 ℓ engine models This button is on all models 217 This is turned on every time you... start the engine, even if you drove the vehicle. To turn the system off if you are being performed immediately after freeing your vehicle with the VSA® temporarily switched off . If the low tire pressure/TPMS *, low tire pressure *, or TPMS...
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... brake pedal may not function correctly if you will need more stopping distance than you are being performed immediately after starting the engine or while driving. TOC Driving 1 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) NOTICE 2012 Civic Coupe The ABS may pulsate slightly when the ABS is sometimes referred to vehicle loading. It only...
... brake pedal may not function correctly if you will need more stopping distance than you are being performed immediately after starting the engine or while driving. TOC Driving 1 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) NOTICE 2012 Civic Coupe The ABS may pulsate slightly when the ABS is sometimes referred to vehicle loading. It only...
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... may adversely affect performance, and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on your vehicle. Some gasoline today is blended with a pump octane less than 87 can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the engine and will result in the market, Honda endorses the use ...TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by volume. Refueling Fuel Information ■ Fuel recommendation 1.8 ℓ engine models 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Fuel Information NOTICE QRG Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number 87 or higher Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent,...
... may adversely affect performance, and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on your vehicle. Some gasoline today is blended with a pump octane less than 87 can cause occasional metallic knocking noise in the engine and will result in the market, Honda endorses the use ...TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by volume. Refueling Fuel Information ■ Fuel recommendation 1.8 ℓ engine models 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Fuel Information NOTICE QRG Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number 87 or higher Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent,...
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... Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are established following a simulated test. Depending on all models For more information on how this test is performed, please visit http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/ TOC Driving Index Home 230 * Not available on these and other conditions, you may or... may not achieve the rated fuel economy of this vehicle. 1 Improving Fuel Economy 2012 Civic Coupe Direct calculation is the recommended method to determine actual fuel consumed while driving. Fuel Economy QRG Improving Fuel Economy Fuel economy depends ...
... Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are established following a simulated test. Depending on all models For more information on how this test is performed, please visit http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/ TOC Driving Index Home 230 * Not available on these and other conditions, you may or... may not achieve the rated fuel economy of this vehicle. 1 Improving Fuel Economy 2012 Civic Coupe Direct calculation is the recommended method to determine actual fuel consumed while driving. Fuel Economy QRG Improving Fuel Economy Fuel economy depends ...
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...with proper operation of your vehicle. 2 Fuses P. 312 1 Accessories and Modifications 2012 Civic Coupe QRG 3 WARNING Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and performance, and cause a crash in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. ... proper operation on your vehicle or use non-Honda components that it meets federal, state, province, territory, and local regulations. Overall vehicle performance can affect its handling, stability, and reliability. Honda Genuine accessories are recommended to driving conditions. ...
...with proper operation of your vehicle. 2 Fuses P. 312 1 Accessories and Modifications 2012 Civic Coupe QRG 3 WARNING Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and performance, and cause a crash in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. ... proper operation on your vehicle or use non-Honda components that it meets federal, state, province, territory, and local regulations. Overall vehicle performance can affect its handling, stability, and reliability. Honda Genuine accessories are recommended to driving conditions. ...
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... 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...... 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.
... 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...... 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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... level monthly. 2 Brake/Clutch Fluid P. 260 • Check the tire pressure monthly. models 2012 Civic Coupe Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be performed in effect.) Refer to the separate maintenance booklet for wear and foreign objects. 2 Checking and Maintaining.... 2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 262 • Check the condition of the wiper blades at www.techinfo.honda.com. 2 Authorized Manuals P. 329 If you want to perform maintenance yourself, make sure that are "certified" to EPA standards. However, all maintenance services should be ...
... level monthly. 2 Brake/Clutch Fluid P. 260 • Check the tire pressure monthly. models 2012 Civic Coupe Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be performed in effect.) Refer to the separate maintenance booklet for wear and foreign objects. 2 Checking and Maintaining.... 2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 262 • Check the condition of the wiper blades at www.techinfo.honda.com. 2 Authorized Manuals P. 329 If you want to perform maintenance yourself, make sure that are "certified" to EPA standards. However, all maintenance services should be ...
Owner's Manual
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... eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air. • Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which you should perform a given task. 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Safety When Performing Maintenance QRG 3 WARNING Improperly maintaining this owner's manual. Index Home 235 Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations according to properly follow the...
... eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air. • Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which you should perform a given task. 2012 Civic Coupe 1 Safety When Performing Maintenance QRG 3 WARNING Improperly maintaining this owner's manual. Index Home 235 Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations according to properly follow the...
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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.
Owner's Manual
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If someone other than a dealer performs maintenance service, reset the engine oil life display yourself. Turn the ignition switch to 100%. u The engine oil life indicator and the maintenance item codes ... problems. The dealer will reset the engine oil life display after completing the required maintenance service. uu Maintenance Minder™ u To Use Maintenance MinderTM QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Resetting the Display Reset the engine oil life display if you have performed the maintenance service. 1.
If someone other than a dealer performs maintenance service, reset the engine oil life display yourself. Turn the ignition switch to 100%. u The engine oil life indicator and the maintenance item codes ... problems. The dealer will reset the engine oil life display after completing the required maintenance service. uu Maintenance Minder™ u To Use Maintenance MinderTM QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Resetting the Display Reset the engine oil life display if you have performed the maintenance service. 1.
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If someone other than a dealer performs maintenance service, reset the engine oil life display yourself. To cancel the oil life reset mode, select No, then press the SOURCE button. 244 Turn ..., and the engine oil life display returns to ON (w . 2. uu Maintenance Minder™ u To Use Maintenance MinderTM QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Resetting the Display Reset the engine oil life display if you have performed the maintenance service. 2345 1 Resetting the Display NOTICE 5 Engine oil Air filters Engine Oil Life Failure to reset...
If someone other than a dealer performs maintenance service, reset the engine oil life display yourself. To cancel the oil life reset mode, select No, then press the SOURCE button. 244 Turn ..., and the engine oil life display returns to ON (w . 2. uu Maintenance Minder™ u To Use Maintenance MinderTM QRG 2012 Civic Coupe ■ Resetting the Display Reset the engine oil life display if you have performed the maintenance service. 2345 1 Resetting the Display NOTICE 5 Engine oil Air filters Engine Oil Life Failure to reset...
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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. This seal indicates the oil is the specified viscosity ... oil with insufficient or deteriorated oil, the engine may fail or be damaged. Oil is a major contributor to your engine's performance and longevity. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. If you drive the vehicle with an API Certification Seal on the container.
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. This seal indicates the oil is the specified viscosity ... oil with insufficient or deteriorated oil, the engine may fail or be damaged. Oil is a major contributor to your engine's performance and longevity. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability. If you drive the vehicle with an API Certification Seal on the container.