headlight HONDA CIVIC 2012 9.G User Guide

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Maintenance
Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Remove the coupler.
uIt can be removed by pushing the tab.
2. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
3. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
4. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
High beam headlight: 60 W (HB3)
Low beam headlight: 51 W (HB4)
■High Beam Headlight
1Headlight Bulbs
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overheat and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk or tow a trailer, have the
aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.
The HB3 and HB4 types are halogen bulbs.
When replacing a bulb, handle it by its base, and
protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard
objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
The exterior lights' inside lenses (headlights, brake
lamps, etc.) may fog temporarily after a vehicle wash
or while driving in the rain. This does not impact the
exterior light function.
However, if you see a large amount of water or ice
accumulated inside the lenses, have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
Tab
Coupler
Bulb

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uuReplacing Light BulbsuHeadlight Bulbs
Maintenance
1.Remove the holding clips (A). Push up the
tab, and remove the cover of the air intake
duct and its upper part.
1. Unlock the holding clips (B), then remove
the cover of the air intake duct.
Fold in the upper part of the air intake duct
to get enough working space.
■Low Beam Headlights1Low Beam Headlights
Pull the clip straight up to remove it.
Keep the head of the clip raised when you insert it,
push until it clicks.
Holding clip (A-type)
Cover
Tab Clip (A)
Air
Intake Duct
Driver side
1.8  engine models
Cover
Clip (B)
Air Intake Duct
2.4  engine models

uuReplacing Light BulbsuHeadlight Bulbs
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Maintenance
2. Remove the holding clip (C) using a flat-tip
screwdriver, then remove the upper part of
the windshield washer reservoir.
1Low Beam Headlights
Press down the central pin until it clicks to unlock it.
Push the central pin back to lock the clip. Then, insert
the clip into the hole and press on the central pin until it is flat.
Holding clip (B-type)
Central pin
Push until
the pin is
flat.
Clip (C)Passenger side
All models

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uuReplacing Light BulbsuHeadlight Bulbs
Maintenance
3.Remove the coupler.
uIt can be removed by pushing the tab.
4. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
5. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
6. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
1Low Beam Headlights
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the
central pin to remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the central pin raised, and push until it is flat.
Holding clip (C-type)
Central pin
Push until the
pin is flat.
Tab
Coupler
Bulb
All models

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uuReplacing Light BulbsuFront Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs
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Maintenance
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Turn the steering wheel all the way to the
opposite side from the light being replaced.
Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel to
the left.
Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to the
right.
2. Remove the holding clips, and pull the inner
fender back.
2 Low Beam Headlights P. 271
3. Detach the air intake duct tube and swing it out of the inner fender.
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light: 28/8 W
Clip
Inner
Fender
Air
Intake
Duct Tube
2.4  engine models

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uuReplacing Light BulbsuBrake Light, Taillight, Back-Up Light, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Brake Light, Taillight, Back-Up Light, Rear Turn
Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.1.Remove the holding clips using a flat-tip
screwdriver, then pull the lining back.
2 Low Beam Headlights P. 271
2. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
Remove the old bulb.
3. Insert a new bulb.
Brake/Taillight: 21/5 W
Back-Up Light: 21 W
Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W (Amber)
Rear Side Marker Light: 3 CP
Lining
Clip
Bulb Socket

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uuReplacing Light BulbsuRear License Plate Light Bulb
Maintenance
Rear License Plate Light Bulb
When replacing, use the following bulb.1.Remove the screw from the center of the
fastener using a Phillips-head screwdriver.
2. Remove the holding clips using a flat-tip
screwdriver, then pull the lining back.
2 Low Beam Headlights P. 271
3. Remove the license plate light assembly by
squeezing the tabs on both sides of the
socket.
4. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.
Rear License Plate Light: 5 W
Lining
Clip
FastenerModels with trunk lid lining
Bulb
Socket
All models

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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working,
turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0 and
check to see if any applicable fuse is blown.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse Box
■ Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
EPS70 A
−−
ABS/VSA Motor30 A
ABS/VSA FSR30 A
−−
Main Fuse100 A
2
IG Main50 A
Fuse Box Main 60 A
Fuse Box Main 260 A
Headlight Main 30 A
−−
Rear Defogger 30 A −−
Blower 40 A −−
Sub Fan Motor 20 A
Main Fan Motor 20 A
3−−
4 Left Headlight Low Beam 10 A
5Starter DIAG, ST MG7.5 A
6 Right Headlight Low Beam 10 A
7−−
8− −
9−−
10 − −
11Oil Level7.5 A
12 Fog Lights *
(20 A)
13Driver’s Power Seat Sliding *(20 A)
14 Hazard 10 A
15FI Sub15 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17Stop15 A
18 Horn 10 A
19Premium Amp *(20 A)
20 INJ (15 A)
21IGP15 A
22 DBW 15 A
23H/L LO20 A
24 Driver’s Power Seat
Reclining * (20 A)
25MG Clutch7.5 A
26 − −
27SMALL20 A
28 Interior Lights 7.5 A
29Backup10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models

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uuFusesuFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number. ■Circuit protected and fuse rating
■Interior Fuse Box
Fuse Label
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1−−
2ACG15 A
3SRS10 A
4Fuel Pump15 A
5Meter7.5 A
6Power Window7.5 A
7VB SOL *(15 A)
8Door Lock Motor 2 (Unlock)15 A
9Door Lock Motor 1 (Unlock)15 A
10−−
11 Moonroof *
(20 A)
12Accessory Power Socket
(Center Console) *(15 A)
13 − −
14Seat Heaters *(15 A)
15 Driver’s Door Lock Motor
(Unlock) * (10 A)
16−−
17 − −
18−−
19 ACC 7.5 A
20ACC Key Lock7.5 A
21 Daytime Running Lights 7.5 A
22HAC7.5 A
23 − −
24ABS/VSA7.5 A
25 − −
26−−
27 Accessory Power Socket
(Front) 15 A
28Washer15 A
29 ODS 7.5 A
30Driver’s Door Lock Motor (Lock)*(10 A)
31 − −
32Door Lock Motor 2 (Lock)15 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
33 Door Lock Motor 1 (Lock) 15 A
34Small Lights7.5 A
35 Illumination 7.5 A
36−−
37 − −
38Left Headlight High Beam10 A
39 Right Headlight High Beam 10 A
40TPMS *(7.5 A)
41 Door Lock 20 A
42Driver’s Power Window20 A
43 Rear Passenger’s Side
Power Window (20 A)
44Front Passenger’s Side
Power Window20 A
45 Rear Driver’s Side Power
Window (20 A)
46Wiper30 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models

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uuFusesuInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses1.Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0 . Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine compartment.
uIf the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
uIf there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.
1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 318 to 319.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine compartment fuse box cover.
Combined
Fuse Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller