indicators HONDA CIVIC 2012 9.G Owner's Manual

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uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages*
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●
Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due soon.
● Consequently, "SERVICE DUE NOW" and "SERVICE PAST DUE" follow.2 Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-
Information Display P. 248
●
Appears when you open the driver's door while the ignition key is in ACCESSORY
(q .
●
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0 , then remove the
key.
● Appears when you open the driver's door while the
ignition key is in LOCK
(0 .
●
Remove the key from the ignition switch.

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Instrument Panel
Gauges and Displays
Gauges
Gauges include the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and related indicators.
They are displayed when the ignition switch is in ON
(w.
Displays your driving speed in mph or km/h.
Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Shows the instant fuel economy as a bar graph in mpg or l/100km.
■Speedometer
■Tachometer
■Fuel Gauge
■Instant Fuel Economy Gauge *
1Gauges
Press and hold the km/mile change knob until you
hear a beep. The speedometer reading and the
displayed measurements switch between mph and
km/h.
1Fuel Gauge
NOTICE
You should refuel when the reading approaches .
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
damaging the catalytic converter.
The actual amount of remaining fuel may differ from
the fuel gauge reading.E
1Instant Fuel Economy Gauge
Press and hold the km/mile change knob to switch
the measurement.
* Not available on all models

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uuGauges and DisplaysuGauges
Instrument Panel
■i-VTEC indicator
Comes on when the i-VTEC system switches
the low RPM cams to the high RPM cams. ■ REV indicators
Come on when the tachometer reading
approaches the red zone on a scale of one to
six.
■i-VTEC and REV Indicators *1REV Indicators
When the fifth indicator (red) comes on, the engine
has reached its maximum output.
When all the indicators are on, the tachometer
reading is on the verge of entering into the red zone.
i-VTEC Indicator
REV Indicators
* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluAdjusting the Steering Wheel
Controls
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you
can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture.1.Pull the steering wheel adjustment lever up.
uThe steering wheel adjustment lever is
under the steering column.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down, and
in or out.
uMake sure you can see the instrument
panel gauges and indicators.
3. Push the steering wheel adjustment lever
down to lock the steering wheel in position.
uAfter adjusting the position, make sure
you have securely locked the steering
wheel in place by trying to move it up,
down, in, and out.
1Adjusting the Steering Wheel
Make any steering wheel adjustments before you
start driving.
3WARNING
Adjusting the steering wheel position while
driving may cause you to lose control of the
vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.
Adjust the steering wheel only when the
vehicle is stopped.To adjust
To lockLever

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uuBefore DrivinguDriving Preparation
Driving
•Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the seats.
uThey can interfere with the driver's ability to operate the pedals, the operation
of the seats, or the operation of the sensors under the seats.
• Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.
2 Fastening a Seat Belt P. 31
• Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you start the
vehicle, and go off soon after.
uAlways have a dealer check the vehicle if a problem is indicated.
2 Indicators P. 66

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance Inspection and Maintenance ............ 240
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 241
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 242
Maintenance Minder™ .................... 243
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 251
Opening the Hood ........................... 253
Recommended Engine Oil ...... .......... 254
Oil Check ......................................... 255
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 257
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 258
Engine Coolant ................................ 261
Transmission Fluid ............................ 263
Brake/Clutch Fluid ............................ 266
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 267
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 268
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 278
Checking and Maintaining Tires Checking Tires ................................. 280
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 281
Tire Labeling .................................... 281
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 283
Wear Indicators................................ 285 Tire Service Life ................................ 285
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 286
Tire Rotation .................................... 287
Winter Tires ..................................... 288
Battery ............................................... 289
Remote Transmitter Care *
Replacing the Battery ....................... 290
Heating and Cooling *
System
Maintenance ................................... 291
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 292
Exterior Care.................................... 294
* Not available on all models

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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated. ■Inflation guidelines
Properly inflated tires provide the best combination of handling, tread life, and comfort.
Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or specification’s page for the specified pressure.
Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and
are more likely to fail from overheating.
Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone to road hazards, and wear unevenly.
Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the pressure in
all tires, including the spare. Even tires in good condition can lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to
20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf/cm 2
) per month.
■ Inspection guidelines
Every time you check inflation, also examine the tires and valve stems.Look for:• Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tread. Replace the tire if you find any cuts,
splits, or cracks in the side of the tire. Replace it if you see fabric or cord.
• Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.
• Uneven tread wear. Have a dealer check the wheel alignment.
• Excessive tread wear.
2 Wear Indicators P. 285
• Cracks or other damage around valve stem.
1Checking Tires
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This
means the vehicle has been parked for at least three
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If
necessary, add or release air until the specified
pressure is reached.
If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as much as
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.4 kgf/cm 2
) higher than if
checked when cold.
Have a dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent
vibration while driving. New tires and any that have
been removed and reinstalled should be properly balanced.
3WARNING
Using tires that are excessively worn or
improperly inflated can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding tire inflation and
maintenance.

uuChecking and Maintaining TiresuTire Labeling
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Maintenance
The tire identification number (TIN) is a group of numbers and letters that look like
the example in the side column. TIN is located on the sidewall of the tire.
Cold Tire Pressure – The tire air pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at
least three hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Load Rating – Means the maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given
inflation pressure.
Maximum Inflation Pressure – The maximum tire air pressure that the tire can
hold.
Maximum Load Rating – Means the load rating for a tire at the maximum
permissible inflation pressure for that tire.
Recommended Inflation Pressure – The cold tire inflation pressure recommended
by the manufacturer.
Treadwear Indicators (TWI) – Means the projections within the principal grooves
designed to give a vi sual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread.
■Tire Identification Number (TIN)
■Glossary of Tire Terminology
1Tire Identification Number (TIN)
DOT B97R FW6X 2209
DOT: This indicates that the tire meets all
requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation.
B97R: Manufacturer's identification mark.
FW6X: Tire type code.
22 09: Date of manufacture.
Year
Week

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uuChecking and Maintaining TiresuWear Indicators
Maintenance
Wear IndicatorsThe groove where the wear indicator is
located is 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) shallower than
elsewhere on the tire. If the tread has worn so
that the indicator is exposed, replace the tire.
Worn out tires have poor traction on wet
roads.
Tire Service Life
The life of your tires is dependent on man y factors, including driving habits, road
conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance, it is
recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires reach five
years old. All tires, including the spare, should be removed from service after 10
years from the date of manufacture, regardless of their condition or state of wear.
1Checking Tires
High speed driving
We recommend that you do not drive faster than the
posted speed limits and conditions allow. If you drive
at sustained high speeds (over 118 mph or 190
km/h), adjust the cold tire pressures as shown below
to avoid excessive heat build up and sudden tire
failure.
*1: Optional for U.S. models (summer tires)
Tire SizeP215/45R17 87V
215/45ZR17 91W *1
Pressure 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm 2
)
2.4  engine modelsExample of a Wear
Indicator mark

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INDEX
HFL Status Display.................................... 178
Making a Call .......................................... 195
Options During a Call .............................. 200
Phone Setup ............................................ 183
Receiving a Call ....................................... 199
Speed Dial ............................................... 192
To Clear the System ................................. 190
To Create a Security PIN........................... 188
Hazard Warning Button ............................... 2
Head Restraints ......................................... 129
Headlights ................................................. 118
Aiming .................................................... 268
Automatic Operation ............................... 119
Dimming ......................................... 118, 120
Operating ................................................ 118
Heaters (Seat) ............................................ 139
Heating and Cooling System .................... 140
Cooling ................................................... 142
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 142
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 291
Heating ................................................... 141
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®
)............................... 177
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 73
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Identification Numbers ............................ 328
Engine and Transmission.......................... 328
Vehicle Identification ............................... 328
Ignition Switch .......................................... 117 Illumination Control
................................. 122
Knob ....................................................... 122
Immobilizer System .................................. 112
Indicator.................................................... 74
Indicators .................................................... 66
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)..................... 69
Charging System ............................... 67, 313
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 75, 221
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 75, 220
Daytime Running Lights............................. 71
Door Open .......................................... 27, 70
ECON Mode ...................................... 75, 123
EPS (Electric Power Steering
System) ........................................... 71, 315
Fog Light ................................................... 73
High Temperature ..................................... 69
High-Beam ................................................ 73
Immobilizer System ................................... 74
i-VTEC ................................................. 75, 79
Lights On .................................................. 73
Low Fuel ................................................... 68
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 66, 313
Low Temperature ...................................... 74
Low Tire Pressure .............................. 72, 225
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 72, 225, 226
Maintenance Minder ......................... 75, 243
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 67, 314
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 66, 315
REV ..................................................... 75, 79
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 29, 68
Security System Alarm ............................... 74 Shift Position............................................. 67
Side Airbag Off ................................... 48, 73
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 46, 69
System Message ....................................... 72
TPMS ................................................ 71, 227
Transmission ............................................. 68
Trunk Open .............................................. 71
Turn Signal ............................................... 73 VSA
®
(Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ............................................ 70, 223
VSA ®
OFF .......................................... 70, 224
Washer Level ............................................ 75
Information .............................................. 323
Information Display ................................... 80
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 78, 85
Instrument Panel ........................................ 65
Brightness Control .................................. 122
Interior Lights ........................................... 134
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 125
i-VTEC and REV Indicators ......................... 79
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 302
Jump Starting ........................................... 307
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 100
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 102