change HONDA CIVIC 2012 9.G User Guide

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uuGauges and DisplaysuMulti-Information Display*
Instrument Panel
*1: Not available on all models
*2: Default Setting
*3: Default Setting for 1.8 â„“ engine models
*4: Default Setting for 2.4 â„“ engine models
*5: Refer to the navigation system manual for complete details.Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable settings
Customize Settings Display SetupSelect
Wallpaper
Select the full-size analogue clock or the wallpaper. Clock
*2
/Image 1/Image 2/
Image 3
Import
Wallpaper Import an image file for a new wallpaper. Three images can be stored.
2Importing Wallpapers
from USB P. 93
Delete
Wallpaper Delete an image file for a wallpaper. Image 1/Image 2/Image 3
Trip Meter
Item to
Display Select an item to be displayed along with average
fuel economy.
Range
*2
/Elapsed time/
Average speed
Select an item to be displayed along with the instant
fuel economy. Average Fuel
*2
/Range/
Elapsed time/Average speed
Welcome Screen Select whether the welcome screen comes on or not
when you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
. On
*2
/Off
Color Theme Changes the color of the screen. Blue *3
/Red *4
/Amber/Gray
Turn by Turn Display *1, *5 Select whether the turn-by-turn display comes on or
not during the route guidance.
On
*2
/Off
Language
Selection Changes the displayed language. English
*2
/French/Spanish
1.8  engine models
2.4  engine models

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Instrument Panel
*1: Not available on all models
*2: Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable settings
Customize
Settings Trip Computer SetupAdjust
Outside Temp.
Display
*1 Adjusts the temperature reading by a few degrees.
-5°F ~ ±0°F
*2
~ +5°F (U.S.)
-3°C ~ ±0°C *2
~ +3°C (Canada)
Trip A Reset
with Refuel Set Trip A and the average fuel economy to reset
when you refuel.
On/Off
*2
Display km/miles Changes the displayed measurement on the multi-information display.
Auto
*2
/km/miles
Fuel Efficiency
Backlight Turns the ambient meter feature on and off. On
*2
/Off
Lighting Setup Interior Light
Dimming Time
Changes the length of time the interior lights stay on
after you close the doors.
60sec/30sec
*2
/15sec
Headlight Auto Off
Timer Changes the length of time the exterior lights stay
on after you close the driver’s door.
60sec/30sec/15sec
*2
/0sec
Auto Light Sensitivity *1Changes the timing for the headlights to come on. Max/High/Mid
*2
/Low/Min

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uuGauges and DisplaysuMulti-Information Display*
Instrument Panel
*1:Default Setting
*2:Default Setting for automatic transmission
*3:Default Setting for manual transmissionSetup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable settings
Customize Settings Door SetupAuto Door
Lock
Changes the setting for the automatic locking feature. Off/With Vehicle Speed
*1
/
Shift from
(P
Door Lock
Mode Sets up either the driver’s door or all doors to unlock
on the first operation of the remote or ignition key.
Driver Door
*1
/All Doors
Auto Door
Unlock Changes the setting for when the doors unlock
automatically. Off/
Driver Door with Shift to
(P
*2
/
All Doors with Shift to
(P /
Driver Door with IGN Off *3
/
All Doors with IGN Off
Keyless Lock
AcknowledgmentLOCK/UNLOCK- The exterior lights flash.
LOCK (2nd push)- The beeper sounds. On
*1
/Off
Security
Relock Timer Changes the time it takes for the doors to relock and
the security system to set after you unlock the
vehicle without opening any door.
90sec/60sec/30sec
*1
Default All Cancels/Resets all the customized settings as default. Cancel Reset All Defaults

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outsideâ– Locking the doors
Press the LOCK button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights will flash, all the
doors will lock, and the security system sets.
Twice (within five seconds after the first
push):
uA beeper sounds and verifies the security
system is set.
â–  Unlocking the doors
Press the UNLOCK button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights will flash twice, and
the driver's door unlocks.
Twice:
uThe remaining doors unlock.
â– Using the Remote Transmitter *1Using the Remote Transmitter
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of
unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter,
the doors will automatically relock.
You can change the relock timer setting.
2 Customized Features P. 86
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior lights come on when you press
the UNLOCK button.
No doors opened: The lights fade out after 30
seconds.
Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off immediately. 2 Interior Lights P. 134
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so
the operating range may vary depending on the
surroundings.
The remote will not lock the vehicle when a door is open.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead. 2 Replacing the Battery P. 290
You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features P. 86
Models with multi-information display
LED
Unlock
Button Lock
Button
* Not available on all models

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuAuto Door Locking/Unlocking*
Controls
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking *
Your vehicle locks all doors and unlo cks the driver’s door automatically when a
certain condition is met. â–  Drive lock mode
All doors lock when the vehicle’s speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h). ■ Park unlock mode
The driver’s door unlocks when the shift lever is moved into
(P with the brake pedal
depressed.
â–  Ignition switch unlock mode
The driver’s door unlocks when the ignition switch is moved out of ON
(w .
The settings can be changed to unlock all doors.
â– Auto Door Locking
â– Auto Door Unlocking
1Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
You can turn off or change to another auto door
locking/unlocking setting using the master door lock
switch. 2 Customizing the Auto Door Locking/
Unlocking Setting P. 106
You can turn off or change to another auto door
locking/unlocking setting using the multi-information
display. 2 Customized Features P. 86
Models without multi-information display
Models with multi-information display
Models with automatic transmission
Models with manual transmission
* Not available on all models

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uuSecurity SystemuSecurity System Alarm*
Controls
â– 
Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met: • The ignition switch is in LOCK
(0 , and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
• The hood and trunk are closed.
• All doors are locked with the key or the remote transmitter.
â–  When the security system alarm sets
The security system indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the blinking
interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system is set. â–  To cancel the security system alarm
The security system is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key or remote
transmitter, or the ignition switch is turned to ON
(w . The security system indicator
goes off at the same time.
â– The panic button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the panic button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds: • The horn sounds.
• Some exterior lights flash.
â–  Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON
(w .
â– Panic Mode
1Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:•Unlocking the door with the lock tab or the master
door lock switch.
• Opening the trunk with the trunk release or the
emergency trunk opener.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key or remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another device to it.
Panic
Button

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Controls
Opening and Closing the Moonroof*
You can only operate the moonroof when the ignition switch is in ON (w
. Use the
switch in the front of the ceiling to open and close the moonroof. â– Automatic operation
To open: Pull the switch back firmly, then
release.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly, then
release.
The moonroof will automatically open or close
all the way. To stop the moonroof midway,
touch the switch briefly. â–  Manual operation
To open: Pull the switch back, and hold it
until the desired position is reached.
To close: Push the switch forward, and hold it
until the desired position is reached. â–  Tilting the moonroof up
To tilt: Push on the center of the moonroof
switch.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly, then
release.
â– Opening/Closing the Moonroof1Opening/Closing the Moonroof
NOTICE
Opening the moonroof in below freezing
temperature or when it is covered with snow or ice
can damage the moonroof panel or motor.
The power moonroof can be operated for up to 10
minutes after you turn the ignition switch off.
Opening either front door cancels this function.
When resistance is detected, the auto reverse
function causes the moonroof to change directions,
then stop. Auto reverse stops sensing when the
moonroof is almost closed to ensure that it fully
closes. Make sure that all objects, including fingers,
are clear of the moonroof.
3WARNING
Opening or closing the moonroof on
someone's hands or fingers can cause
serious injury.
Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of
the moonroof before opening or closing it.
Open
CloseTilt
* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluLight Switches
Controls
Automatic lighting control can be used when
the ignition switch is in ON
(w.
When you turn the light switch to
#Y , the
headlights and other exterior lights will switch
on and off automatically depending on the
ambient brightness.
The headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn off
within 15 seconds after you remove the key and close the driver's door.
If you turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0 with the headlight switch on, but do not
open the door, the lights turn off after 10 minutes (3 minutes, if the switch is in the
#Y position).
The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver's door. If you unlock
the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. If you open the
driver's door, you will hear a lights on reminder chime.
â– Automatic Lighting Control *1Automatic Lighting Control
We recommend that you turn on the lights manually
when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark areas
such as long tunnels or parking facilities.
The light sensor is in the location shown below.
Do not cover this light sensor with anything;
otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not
work properly.
You can change the AUTO light sensitivity and
automatic lighting off timer setting using the multi-
information display.
2 Customized Features P. 86
Light Sensor
â– Automatic Lighting Off Feature
* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and WashersThe windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON
(w.
â–  MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever. â–  Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain. â–  Adjusting the delay
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
delay. â–  Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
1Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens. When the vehicle starts moving, the
wipers make a single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring
MIST
INT: Low speed with
intermittent
OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
Pull to use
washer.
Long delay
Short delay

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuAdjusting the Seat Positions
Controls
â– Adjusting the front manual seat(s)1Adjusting the front manual seat(s)
Once a seat is adjusted correctly, rock it back and
forth to make sure it is locked in position.
Horizontal Position
Adjustment
Pull up on the bar to move the
seat, then release the bar.
Height Adjustment
(Driver side only)
Pull up or push down the lever
to raise or lower the seat.
Seat-back Angle
Adjustment
Pull up the lever to
change the angle.
Driver’s seat is shown.