ignition HONDA CIVIC 2012 9.G Owner's Manual

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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

uuGauges and DisplaysuMulti-Information Display*
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Instrument Panel
Use the multi-information display to customize certain features. ■ How to customize
Select the Vehicle Menu screen by pressing the MENU button while the ignition
switch is in ON
(w , and the vehicle is at a complete stop. Select Customize
Settings , then press the SOURCE button.
■Customized Features1Customized Features
To customize other features, press the /
button.
2 List of customizable options P. 89
2 Example for customizing wallpapers P. 93
+–
MENU
SOURCE
Button
Press to go to the next
display.
SOURCE Button
MENU Button
Press to go to Vehicle
Button
Press to scroll upwards.+
Button
Press to go back to the
previous display.
Button
Press to scroll downwards.–

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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 ℓ engine models
*4: Default Setting for 2.4 ℓ 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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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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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock ................................ 98
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions ... ................. 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 101
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................. 103
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 104
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking *
........ 105
Opening and Closing the Trunk ....... 109
Security System ................................ 112
Immobilizer System .......................... 112
Security System Alarm *
.................... 112
Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 114Opening and Closing the Moonroof*...... 116Operating the Switches Around the
Steering WheelIgnition Switch ................................. 117
Turn Signals ..................................... 118
Light Switches.................................. 118Fog Lights *
...................................... 120
Daytime Running Lights ................... 120
Wipers and Washers ........................ 121
Brightness Control ........................... 122 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror *

Button ........................................... 123
ECON Button *
................................. 123
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 124 Adjusting the Mirrors
....................... 125
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 125
Power Door Mirrors *
....................... 125
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 126
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 126
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 134
Interior Lights .................................. 134
Interior Convenience Items .............. 135
Heating and Cooling *
....................... 140
Using Vents, Heating and A/C *
........ 140
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Setting the Clock
Clock
You can adjust the time in the clock display, using the CLOCK knob with the ignition
switch in ON
(w.
1.Press the CLOCK knob to access the clock
adjustment mode screen.
2. Turn the CLOCK knob to adjust the hours.
3. Press the CLOCK knob. The display switches
to minute adjustment.
4. Turn the CLOCK knob to adjust the
minutes.
5. Press the CLOCK knob to complete clock
adjustment.
1Clock
The clock is automatically updated through the
navigation system, so the time does not need to be
adjusted.
You can customize the clock display to show the 12
hour clock or 24 hour clock.
2 Customized Features P. 86
You cannot adjust the time while the vehicle is
moving.
Models with navigation system
Models with multi-information display
Models with information display
Models without navigation system
CLOCK Knob
On multi-information display
On information display

uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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Controls
Fully insert the key and turn it. ■ Locking the driver's door
Push the lock tab forward
a or push the
master door lock switch in the lock direction
b, and close the door.
Pull and hold the outside door handle, then
push the lock tab forward
a.
Release the handle, then close the door.
■ Locking the passenger's doors
Push the lock tab forward and close the door.
■ Lockout prevention system
The doors cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch, and any door is open.
■Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key1Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door with a key, all of the
other doors lock at the same time. When unlocking,
the driver's door unlocks first. Turn the key a second
time within a few seconds to unlock the remaining doors.
You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features P. 86
Models with remote transmitter
Models with multi-information display
Lock
Unlock
■Locking a Door Without Using a Key1Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door, all the other doors
lock at the same time.
Make sure you have the key in your hand before
locking the door to prevent it from being locked in the vehicle.
Models with remote transmitter
Models with remote transmitter
Models without remote transmitter
Models with remote transmitter

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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. ■ 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.
■ 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.
■Auto Door Locking
■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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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuCustomizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting*
Controls
Customizing the Auto
Door Locking/Unlocking Setting *
You can customize the auto door locking/unlocking setting to your liking using the master door lock switch. ■ Auto door locking
■ Auto door unlocking
*1: Default setting
*2: Default setting for automatic transmission models
*3: Default setting for manual transmission models
■List of the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Customizable Options
ModeDescription
Drive Lock Mode *1All doors lock when the vehicle’s speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h).
Park Lock Mode
All doors lock when the shift lever is moved out of (P
.
OffThe auto door locking is deactivated all the time.
ModeDescription
Park Unlock Mode
Driver’s door unlocks *2All doors unlock
When the shift lever is moved into (P
with the brake pedal depressed.
Ignition Switch Unlock
ModeDriver’s door unlocks *3All doors unlock
When the ignition switch is moved out of ON (w
.
OffThe auto door unlocking is deactivated all the time.
Models with
automatic transmission
Models with
automatic transmission
* Not available on all models

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuCustomizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting*
Continued
Controls
*1: Default setting
■Customizing Flow for Auto Door Locking Options
StepsDrive Lock Mode*1Park Lock ModeOff
1
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever out of
(P
.
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever to
(P.
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever to
(P .
2Close the driver’s door.Open the driver’s door.
3Turn the ignition switch to ON (w.Turn the ignition switch to ON (w.
4
Press and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door for more
than five seconds. Release the switch after you hear a click twice.
Press and hold the front of the master
door lock switch on the driver’s door for
more than five seconds. Release the switch
after you hear one click.
5Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY (q within 20 seconds.
uCustomization is completed.
Models with automatic transmission
Models with automatic transmissionModels with automatic transmission