HONDA CIVIC HYBRID 2012 9.G Technology Reference Guide

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Bluetooth®Audio ....................................\1....................................\1..............................18
Voice Recognition ....................................\1........................................\1....................... 19
Navigation...................................\1....................................\1....................................\1...... 24
Bluetooth
®HandsFreeLink®(HFL) (models with navigation).......................... 28
Owner Link ..........................................................\1..................................................\1.. 31
Safety Reminder ....................................\1....................................\1.............................. 32
Fuel Recommendation.........................................\1.................................................. 32
Auto Door Locks .....................................................................................................2
Instrument Panel Indicators ...................................................................................
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MultiInformation Display (MID) ...........................................................................6
Eco Assist System...................................................................................................... 8
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ........................................................12
Bluetooth
®HandsFreeLink®(HFL) (models without navigation) ...................13
iPod
®or USB Flash Drive ..................................................................................... 17
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®p.13/28
VOICE RECOGNITION p.19
INSTRUMENT PANEL p. \f
AUDIOp.17
NAVIGATION p.2\f
T E C H N O L O G Y R E F E R E N C E G U I D E
The Technology Reference Guide is designed to help you get
acquainted with your new Honda and provide basic
instructions on some of its technology and convenience
features.
This guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s
Manual. For complete information on vehicle controls and
operation\b please refer to the respective sections in the
Owner’s Manual.
As with the Owner’s Manual\b this guide covers all trim levels
of the Civic Hybrid. Therefore\b you may find descriptions of
equipment and features that are not on your particular
vehicle.
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A U T O D O O R L O C K S
Default Lock Setting
The doors are preset to
lock when your vehicle
reaches about 1\f mph.
Default Unlock Setting
Only the driver’s door is preset to
unlock when you shift into Park (P).
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Program how and when the vehicle doors automatically lock and unlock.
Programmable Auto Door Lock/Unlock Settings
AUTO DOOR UNLOCK
Auto Unlock(all doors)
When you turn
the ignition OFFWhen you shift into Park
Auto Unlock
(only driver’s door)
When you turn
the ignition OFFWhen you shift into Park
Turn off
Auto Unlock
Operate manually
AUTO DOOR LOCK
Auto Lock
When you
reach 1\f mphWhen you shift out of Park
Turn off
Auto Lock
Operate manually
Below are the options you can choose. See Auto Door Locking\bUnlockingin your owner’s
manual for instructions on programming these settings.
Programming the Auto Door Unlock Setting
Press the (+/) buttons on the steering wheel to scroll through the menu options.
Press SOURCE to select an option. See page \ffor more information on the multi
information display and its controls.
1. Press MENU.
2. Select Customize Settings.
3. Select Door Setup. 4.
Select Auto Door Unlock.
5. Select All Doors with Shift to P.
6. Press MENU to exit.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORSBriefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators are most critical.
Blue and green indicators are used for general information.
Malfunction IndicatorsIf an indicator remains on\b there may be a problem; see your dealer
On/Off Indicators
Condition IndicatorsAction is needed by driver
PASSENGERAIRBAG
OFFPASSENGER AIRBAG OFF(next to multiinformation display)
SIDE AIRBAGOFF
VSAOFF
CRUISE CONTROL on
1st detent: parking lights on
2nd detent: headlights on
Turn signals/hazardson
CRUISE MAINon
ECON Modeon
Auto idle stop on
High beamson
Charging system
Low brake fluid
Low oil pressure
ABS(antilock brake system)
VSA®(vehicle stability assist)SRS(supplemental restraint system)
EPS(electric power steering)
TPMS(tire pressure monitoring system)
(blinking)Transmission(blinking)
Parking brake on:
Release
Door/Trunk open:
Close door(s) \b trunk
Low fuel:
Refill
Low tire pressure (on):
Add air
High temperature:
Drive slowly or pull over
Immobilizer
Flashes: improperly coded key;
use correct key
Malfunction indicator lamp(check engine light)
Seat belt reminder:
Fasten seat belt(s)
D
Low temperatureBrake system
IMA system
Message indicator:
See MID
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M U L T I I N F O R M A T I O N D I S P L A Y ( M I D )Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
Main DisplaysSteering Wheel Controls
(+ ) Button:
Press to scroll
upward.
(
) Button:
Press to go back to
the previous display.
() Button:
Press to scroll
downward. Display\bInformation
Button:
Change main displays.
SOURCE Button:
Press to enter your
selection.
(
) Button:
Press to go to the next
display.
MENU Button:
Press to go to “Vehicle
Menu” for customization
and other settings.
Subdisplays
Press the SEL/RESET button
to change subdisplays.
Outside
temperature
Odometer Trip A Trip B
Clock
Accessing the MID
Press the INFO button to change
main displays.
Audio display (or Phone
display during call) Trip
computer
Ecological Drive
Display
A warning or indicator message
may appear as necessary. Press
the INFO button to clear it.
Main display Power flow monitor
Clock
(or wallpaper)
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Turning the ECON Mode On/Off
Helps you further maximize your fuel economy by modifying some vehicle functions. 3. Checkthe multiinformation
display for the system status.
4. Press ECONagain to turn the
system off.
E C O A S S I S T S Y S T E M
When turned on\b the vehicle’s engine performance\b transmission\b and climate control
system are adjusted for maximum fuel economy.
2. The ECON mode indicator
comes on.
Ambient Meter ColorCoded Bars
mphmphmph
High fuel efficiency Moderate fuel efficiency Low fuel efficiency
1. Press ECON .
Indicates instant fuel efficiency using colorcoded bars.
Driver Feedback
Realtime Fuel Efficiency Coach
Driving StyleEco Drive Bar
(on the MID)Ambient Meter
Background Color ChangesFuel Efficiency
Smooth\b steady
acceleration
high fuel efficiency
mph
High
Low
Smooth\b steady
deceleration
high fuel efficiency
Moderate acceleration
mph
Moderate deceleration
Rapid acceleration
low fuel efficiency
mph
Rapid deceleration
low fuel efficiency
Goals:
• Keep the Eco Drive bar near the center.
• Keep the Ambient Meter at GREEN.
• Develop a driving style that maximizes fuel economy.
Deceleration Acceleration
Inefficient
Braking Zone Efficient
Zones
Inefficient
Driving Zone
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ECO Assist Scoring
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Monitors the fuel efficiency of your driving style in real time and converts results
into leaves\b which are displayed in a series of five “plant” icons on the MID.
Once you start your vehicle\b make sure the MID shows the Ecological Drive
Display on the display to view your Eco Assist score in real time.
As you drive\b you earn leaves if you drive in a fuelefficient manner\b or lose
them if you drive inefficiently.
When you turn the ignition off\b your drive cycle and lifetime score are
displayed on the MID.
Eco Score
Each time you
reach a new stage\b
a Stage Up
Recognition icon
briefly appears on
the MID. When
you reach the
highest ranking\b a
Trophy icon
briefly appears.
Drive CycleScore
Stage 1 Stage 2Stage 3
Lifetime
Score
First Stage Up Recognition Second Stage Up
Recognition Last Stage Up
Recognition
Auto Idle Stop
While driving\b the
engine is on. While at a stop\b
with the brake
pedal pressed\b the
engine turns off.When you take your
foot off the brake
pedal\b the engine
turns back on.
N\bte: Auto Idle Stop only functions if you come \5to a stop with the shift lever in the D or
N position.
DECELERATESTOPRESTART
Shuts the engine off at a stop in order to maximize fuel economy. Idle stop duration
varies depending on certain conditions\b such as climate control operation\b IMA
battery level\b and outside temperature.
Power Flow Monitor How It Works
Battery
level IMA motor
is in
operation Engine is in
operation
Shows the status of the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) System.
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T I R E P R E S S U R E M O N I T O R I N G S Y S T E M ( T P M S )
Monitors the vehicle’s tire pressures.
What to Do
T I R E P R E S S U R E M O N I T O R I N G S Y S T E M ( T P M S )
Monitors the vehicle’s tire pressures.
1.Visually inspect the tires for
damage.
2. Use a tire air pressure gauge to
check which tire(s) have low
pressure.
3. Inflate the tire(s)\b if necessary\b
to the recommended pressures
listed on the label on the
driver’s doorjamb.
How It Works
Each tire valve stem contains
a TPMS sensor.
When the tire pressure drops
significantly below recommended
levels\b the low tire pressure
indicator comes on.
If a message also appears on
the multiinformation display\b
there may be a problem with
the system. See your dealer.
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BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK® (HFL) (models without navigation)
How to Use HFL
PickUp button: Answer an incoming call\b or go
directly to the Phone screen.
HangUp\bBack button: End a call\b decline an
incoming call\b or cancel a selection.
Talk button: Make a call using a stored voice tag.
Place and receive phone calls through your vehicle’s audio system. Visit
handsfreelink.honda.com to check if your phone is compatible.
To prevent driver distraction, certain functions may be inoperable or grayed
out while the vehicle is moving.
Use these two buttons to navigate through the HFL menus.
Audio selector knob:
Rotate to scroll through
selections and press to
make a selection. Back button: Press to
cancel an operation or
return to the previous
screen.
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Pairing Your Phone
1. Pressthe PickUp button to
access the Phone screen. A
prompt appears. SelectYes.
2. Make sure your phone is in discovery mode. Select OK.If your phone does not appear:
Select
Phone Not Found\b and
search for a HandsFreeLink
device from your phone. Connect
to HFL. Go to step 4.
3. HFL searches for your phone. Select it when it appears on
the screen. Go to step 4.
4. HFL gives you a fourdigit code.
Enter it on your phone when
prompted. Select OK to complete.
NOTE:To pair another phone to HFL (or if the prompts do not appear)\b you must
use the Phone Setup menu. See your Owner’s Manual for pairing instructions.
Use the audio selector knob to make and enter selections.Use the audio selector knob to make and enter selections.
Making a Call
Receiving a Call
3. Press the HangUp button to
end or decline the call.
1. Press the PickUp button to
go to the Phone screen.
2. Select Dial.
1. A notification is heard and
the incoming phone number
appears on the multi
information display.
2. Press the PickUp button to
accept the call.
3. Enter the phone number.
Select the green Dial icon or
press the PickUp button to call.
4. The call is connected and heard through the vehicle speakers.
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Use the audio selector knob to make and enter selections.
Use the audio selector knob to make and enter selections.
Phonebook
When your phone is paired\b its entire phonebook is automatically imported to
the system.
4. The call is connected and heardthrough the vehicle speakers.
2. Select
Phonebook.
1. Pressthe PickUp button
to go to the Phone screen.
Speed Dial
Speed dial entries and accompanying voice tags * can be stored for quick voice
activated dialing.
* When a voice tag is stored for a speed dial entry, you can make a call using voice commands. See your Owner’s Manual for instructions.
4. The call is connected and heard through the vehicle speakers.
2. Select
Speed Dial.
1. Pressthe PickUp button
to go to the Phone screen.
3. Scroll through the list to find
the name and number you
want to call\b and select it.
3. Scroll through the list to find
the entry you want to call\b and
select it.
i P o d®O R U S B F L A S H D R I V E
Play audio files from your compatible iPod or USB flash drive through your vehicle’s
audio system.
Connecting Devices and Playing Audio Files
1. Pull out the USB adapter cable from
the center console.
2. Connect the USB connector to your
iPod dock connector or flash drive.
iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc ., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPod not included.
4. Press the() or() buttons to
change tracks\b or use the () or ()buttons on the steering wheel.
3. Press SOURCE or AUX (or CD/XM)
until iPod or USB mode appears.
Audio begins to play.
model with navigation shown
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