TPMS HONDA CIVIC COUPE 2011 8.G Owners Manual

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Canadian DX-G model with M/T has the electric power steering (EPS) indicator (see page 62 ) next to the immobilizer system indicator.
The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or Canadian models are noted in the text.
Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
DX,LX,EX,EX-L intheU.S.,andDX-G,SE,EX,EX-L inCanada
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(P.64)
: If equipped
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.66)
LOW FUEL INDICATOR(P.66)
(P.64)
(P.59, 350)
(P.59, 349)
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR (P.61)(P.64)
MAINTENANCE MINDER
INDICATORSUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM INDICATOR
CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR
(P.65)
(P.65)
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
INDICATOR
VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.59, 349)
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR
TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR
(P.65)
DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR
(P.65)
(P.60)
(P.64) (P.65) (P.60)
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.61)
(P.59)
(P.62, 291)
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
(P.60, 351)
(P.63)
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR
LOW TIRE PRESSURE
INDICATOR (P.63)
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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or Canadian models are noted in the text.
Instrument Panel
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DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR
(P.59, 350) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.66)
SECURITY SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P.66)
CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.64)
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.65)
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P.60)
(P.60)
(P.64)
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR
FOG LIGHT INDICATOR
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
INDICATOR
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
(EPS) INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.59, 349)
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.65)
(P.65)
(P.65)
(P.64)
(P.62)
(P.59, 349) CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
(P.61)
MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
(P.62, 291)(P.64) (P.65)
TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR
(P.65)
(P.59)
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST
(VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.60, 351)
REV LIMIT INDICATOR (P.63)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.61)
LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.63)
TIRE PRESSURE
MONITORING SYSTEM
(TPMS) INDICATOR (P.63)If equipped
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This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. If it comes on while driving,
it indicates that one or more of your
vehicle’s tires are signif icantly low
on pressure.
If this happens, pull to the side of the
road when it is saf e, check which tire
has lost pressure, and determine the
cause. If it is because of a f lat tire,
replace the flat tire with the compact
spare (see page ), and have the
f lat tire repaired as soon as possible.
If two or more tires are underinf lated,
call a prof essional towing service
(see page ). For more
inf ormation, see page .If this indicator comes on and stays
on at any other time, or if it does not
come on when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position, there
is a problem with the TPMS. With
this indicator on, the low tire
pressure indicator will not come on
when a tire loses pressure. Take the
vehicle to your dealer to have the
system checked. For more
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position.
To protect the engine f rom damage,
never drive with the tachometer in
its red zone.
This indicator shows you when the
engine speed is near the tachometer’s
red zone. When the engine speed
gets to near the red zone, the
indicator blinks. If you exceed the
maximum speed f or the gear you are
in, the indicator stays on, and you
may f eel the engine cut in and out
due to the engine speed limiter (see
page ).
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U.S. models only U.S. models only
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (T PMS) Indicator
Low Tire Pressure
Indicator Rev L imit Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Si model only
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REV LIMIT INDICATOR
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Removing parts f rom your vehicle,
or replacing components with
non-Honda components could
seriously af f ect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, and reliability.
Some examples are:
Raising your vehicle with a
non-Honda suspension kit can
af f ect the handling, stability, and
reliability. Non-Honda wheels, because they
are a universal design, can cause
excessive stress on suspension
components and will not be
compatible with the tire pressure
monitoring system (TPMS) .
Larger or smaller wheels and tires
can interf ere with the operation of
your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and
other systems.
Modif ying your steering wheel or
any other part of your vehicle’s
safety features can make the
systems inef f ective.
If you plan to modif y your vehicle,
consult your dealer.
Lowering the vehicle with a non-
Honda suspension kit that
signif icantly reduces ground
clearance can allow the
undercarriage to hit speed bumps
or other raised objects, which
could cause the airbags to deploy.
If equipped
:
Modif ying Your Vehicle
A ccessories and Modif ications
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This section gives you tips on
starting the engine under various
conditions, and how to operate the
manual and automatic transmissions.
It also includes important
information on parking your vehicle,
the braking system, the vehicle
stability assist (VSA
) system, and
the tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS). .......................
Driving Guidelines . 268
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Preparing to Drive . 269
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Starting the Engine . 270
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Manual Transmission . 271
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Automatic Transmission . 274
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Parking . 278
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Braking System . 279
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Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) . 280
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
),
aka Electronic Stability ........
Control (ESC), System . 282
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ......................................
(TPMS) . 284
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Towing a Trailer . 287
Driving
Driving
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The VSA system cannot enhance the
vehicle’s driving stability in all
situations and does not control your
vehicle’s entire braking system. It is
still your responsibility to drive and
corner at reasonable speeds and to
leave a sufficient margin of safety.
When VSA activates, you will see the
VSA Activation indicator blinks.
If this indicator comes on while
driving, pull to the side of the road
when it is saf e, and turn of f the
engine. Reset the system by
restarting the engine. If the VSA
system indicator stays on or comes
back on while driving, have the VSA
system inspected by your dealer.
The vehicle stability assist (VSA)
system helps to stabilize the vehicle
during cornering if the vehicle turns
more or less than desired. It also
assists you in maintaining traction
while accelerating on loose or
slippery road surf aces. It does this
by regulating the engine’s output and
by selectively applying the brakes.
When VSA activates, you may notice
that the engine does not respond to
the accelerator in the same way it
does at other times. There may also
be some noise f rom the VSA
hydraulic system. You will also see
the VSA activation indicator blink.
The main f unction of the
VSA system is generally known as
Electronic Stability Control (ESC).
The system also includes a traction
control f unction.
Without VSA, your vehicle will have
normal braking and cornering ability,
but it will not have VSA traction and
stability enhancement.
If the low tire pressure indicator or
TPMS indicator comes on, the VSA
system automatically turns on even if
the VSA system is turned of f by
pressing the VSA OFF switch (see
page ). If this happens, you
cannot turn the VSA system of f by
pressing the VSA OFF switch again. 283
U.S. models
EX-LandSimodels
VSA A ctivation Indicator
Vehicle Stability Assist
(VSA ) System Indicator
Vehicle St abilit y A ssist (VSA), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
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When the low tire pressure indicator
is on, one or more of your tires is
signif icantly underinf lated. You
should stop and check your tires as
soon as possible, and inf late them to
the proper pressure as indicated on
the vehicle’s tire inf ormation placard.
If you think you can saf ely drive a
short distance to a service station,
proceed slowly, and inf late the tire to
the recommended pressure shown
on the driver’s doorjamb.
If the tire is f lat, or if the tire
pressure is too low to continue
driving, replace the tire with the
compact spare tire (see page ).
If you cannot make the low tire
pressure indicator go out af ter
inf lating the tires to the specif ied
values, have your dealer check the
system as soon as possible.Driving on a signif icantly under
inf lated tire causes the tire to
overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Underinf lation also reduces f uel
efficiency and tire tread life, and may
af f ect the vehicle’s handling and
stopping ability.
Becausetirepressurevariesby
temperature and other conditions,
the low tire pressure indicator may
come on unexpectedly.
Your vehicle is equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
that turns on every time you start the
engine and monitors the pressure in
your tires while driving.
Each tire has its own pressure
sensor (not including the spare tire).
If the air pressure of a tire becomes
signif icantly low while driving, the
sensor in that tire immediately sends
a signal that causes the low tire
pressure indicator to come on.
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U.S. models onlyLow Tire Pressure
Indicator
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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For example, if you check and f ill
your tires in a warm area, then drive
in extremely cold weather, the tire
pressure will be lower than
measured and could be underinf lated
and cause the low tire pressure
indicator to come on. Or, if you
check and adjust your tire pressure
in cooler conditions, and drive into
extremely hot conditions, the tire
maybecomeoverinflated.However,
the low tire pressure indicator will
not come on if the tires are
overinf lated.
Refer to page for tire inflation
guidelines.When you restart the vehicle with
thecompactsparetire,theTPMS
indicator may also come on and stay
on after driving several miles
(kilometers).
Although your tire pressure is
monitored, you must manually check
thetirepressuresmonthly.
Each tire, including the spare, should
be checked monthly when cold, and
set to the recommended inf lation
pressure as specif ied on the tire information label and in the owner’s
manual (see page ).
This indicator comes on and stays on
if there is a problem with the tire
pressure monitoring system.
If this happens, the system will shut
of f and no longer monitor tire
pressures. Have the system checked
by your dealer as soon as possible.
If the low tire pressure indicator or
TPMS indicator comes on, the VSA
system automatically turns on even if
the VSA system is turned of f by
pressing the VSA OFF switch (see
page ). If this happens, you
cannot turn the VSA system of f by
pressing the VSA OFF switch again.
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On vehicles with VSA system
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (T PMS) Indicator
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Driving
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As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to the
f ollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmf ul interf erence, and(2) this device must accept any
interf erence received, includinginterf erence that may cause undesiredoperation.
Changes or modif ications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible f or
compliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210.Operation is subject to the f ollowing two
conditions: (1) this device may not causeinterf erence, and (2) this device mustaccept any interf erence that may cause
undesired operation of the device.
If you have a f lat tire, the low tire
pressure indicator will come on.
Replace the flat tire with the
compact spare tire (see page ).
Each wheel (except the compact
sparetirewheel)isequippedwitha
tire pressure sensor. You must use
TPMS specif ic wheels. It is
recommended that you always have
your tires serviced by your dealer or
qualif ied technician. The low tire pressure indicator or
the TPMS indicator will go off, after
several miles (kilometers) driving,
when you replace the spare tire with
the specif ied regular tire equipped
with the tire pressure monitor sensor.
Never use a puncture-repairing agent
in a f lat tire. If used, you will have to
replace the tire pressure sensor.
Havetheflattirerepairedbyyour
dealer as soon as possible.
After you replace the flat tire with
thecompactsparetire,thelowtire
pressure indicator stays on. This is
normal; the system is not monitoring
the spare tire pressure. Manually
check the spare tire pressure to be
sure it is correct. Af ter several miles
(kilometers) driving with the
compact spare tire, the TPMS
indicator comes on and the low tire
pressure indicator goes of f . 339
Changing a T ire with T PMS
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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If you check air pressures when the
tires are hot (driven f or several
miles/kilometers), you will see
readings 4 to 6 psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3
to 0.4 kgf/cm ) higher than the cold
readings. This is normal. Do not let
air out to match the recommended
cold air pressure. The tire will be
underinf lated.
Youshouldgetyourowntire
pressure gauge and use it whenever
you check your tire pressures. This
will make it easier f or you to tell if a
pressure loss is due to a tire problem
and not due to a variation between
gauges.
While tubeless tires have some
ability to self -seal if they are
punctured, you should look closely
for punctures if a tire starts losing
pressure.
Use a gauge to measure the air
pressure in each tire at least once a
month. Even tires that are in good
condition may lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to
20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf /cm ) per
month. Remember to check the
sparetireatthesametime.
Check the air pressures when the
tires are cold. This means the
vehicle has been parked f or at least 3
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6
km). Add or release air, if needed, to
match the recommended cold tire
pressuresonthispage.
We recommend that you visually
check your tires every day. If you
think a tire might be low, check it
immediately with a tire gauge.
Even though your vehicle is
equipped with TPMS, we
recommend that you visually check
your tires every day.
The tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) warns you when a tire
pressure is low. See page f or
more inf ormation.
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