ignition HONDA CIVIC 2012 9.G Service Manual

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluBrightness Control
Controls
Brightness ControlWhen the parking lights are turned on and the
ignition switch is in ON
(w, you can use the
brightness control knob to adjust instrument
panel brightness.
Brighten: Turn the knob to the right.
Dim: Turn the knob to the left.
You will hear the beeper when the brightness
reaches minimum or maximum. The
information display *
/multi-information
display *
will return to its original state several
seconds after you adjust the brightness. ■ Brightness level indicator
The brightness level is shown on the
information display *
/multi-information
display *
while you are adjusting it.
1Brightness Control
Instrument panel brightness varies, depending on
whether the exterior lights are on or off. The
instrument panel dims to reduce glare when they are on.
Pressing the (SEL/RESET) knob or the
(display/information) button *
switches the display.
If you turn the knob to the right until the brightness
display is up to max, the beeper sounds. This cancels
the reduced instrument panel brightness when the
parking lights are on.
The brightness can be set differently for when the
exterior lights are on, and when they are off.
Control Knob
On multi-information display
On information display
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluRear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror*
Button
Controls
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror *
Button
Press the rear defogger and heated door
mirror button to defog the rear window and
mirrors when the ignition switch is in ON
(w .
The rear defogger and heated door mirrors
automatically switch off after 20 minutes.
ECON Button *
The ECON button turns the ECON mode on and off.
The ECON mode helps you improve your fuel economy by adjusting the
performance of the engine, transmission, heating and cooling system, and cruise control.
1Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button
NOTICE
When cleaning the inside of the rear window, be careful not to damage the heating wires.
It is critical to wipe the window from side to side
along the defogger heating wires.
This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off
when the window has been defogged.
Also, do not use the system for a long period when
the engine is idling. This may weaken the battery,
making it difficult to start the engine.
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Controls
Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror
Adjust the angle of the rearview mirror when you are sitting in the correct driving
position.Flip the tab to switch the position.
The night position will help to reduce the glare
from headlights behind you when driving after dark.
Power Door Mirrors*
You can adjust the door mirrors when the
ignition switch is in ON
(w.
■ Mirror position adjustment
L/R selector switch: Select the left or right
mirror. After adjusting the mirror, return the
switch to the center position.
Mirror position adjustment switch: Press
the switch left, right, up, or down to move the
mirror.
■Rearview Mirror with Day and Night Positions
1Adjusting the Mirrors
Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and
adjusted for best visibility.
Adjust the mirrors before you start driving. 2 Adjusting the Seat Positions P. 126
Tab
Daytime Position
Night PositionUp
Down
Selector
Switch
Adjustment
Switch
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Controls
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Interior Lights■ON
The interior lights come on regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed. ■ Door activated
The interior lights come on in the following
situations: • When any of the doors are opened.
• You unlock the driver's door.
• You remove the key from the ignition
switch.
■ OFF
The interior lights remain off regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.
The map lights can be turned on and off by
pressing the lenses.
■Interior Light Switches1Interior Light Switches
In the door activated position, the interior lights fade
out and go off about 30 seconds after the doors are closed.
The lights go off after 30 seconds in the following
situations:• When you unlock the driver's door but do not open it.
• When you remove the key from the ignition switch
but do not open a door.
You can change the interior lights dimming time. 2 Customized Features P. 86
The interior lights go off immediately in the following
situations: • When you lock the driver's door.
• When you close the driver's door with the key in
the ignition switch.
• When you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w .
If you leave any of the doors open without the key in
the ignition switch, the interior lights go off after
about 15 minutes.
Models with multi-information display
All models
Door Activated Position
Off
Front
Door Activated Position
On
Off
Rear
■Map Lights
*
1Map Lights
When the ceiling light switch is in the door activated
position and any door is open, the map light will not
go off when you press the lens.
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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
Controls
The accessory power sockets can be used when the ignition switch is in ACCESSORY
(q or ON (w .
■Accessory power socket (console panel)
Open the cover to use it. ■ Accessory power socket (console
compartment) *
Open the console lid and the cover to use it.
■Accessory Power Sockets1Accessory Power Sockets
NOTICE
Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter
element.
This can overheat the power socket.
The accessory power socket is designed to supply
power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120
watts or less (10 amps).
To prevent battery drain, only use the power socket
with the engine running.
When both sockets are being used, the combined
power rating of the accessories should not exceed
120 watts (10 amps).
Models with rear accessory power socket
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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
Controls
The ignition switch must be in ON (w to use
the seat heaters. The HI setting heats the seats faster than the LO setting.
There is no heater in the passenger's seat-
back due to the side airbag cutoff system.
While in HI, the heater cycles on and off.
uThe appropriate indicator will be on
while the seat heater is on. Briefly press
the switch on the opposite side to turn
the heater off. The indicator will be off.
When a comfortable temperature is
reached, select LO to keep the seat warm.
■Seat Heaters *1Seat Heaters
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.
In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously and
does not automatically turn off.
3WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminish
ed ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
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uuAudio System*uAudio System Theft Protection
*
Features
Audio System Theft Protection *
The audio system is disabled when it is disconnected from the power source, such as
when the battery is disconnected or goes dead. ■ Reactivating the audio system
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w , and turn on the audio system.
uIf you turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY (q, you will be requested to
enter the audio security code. See step 3.
2. Press and hold the power button again for more than two seconds.
uThe audio system is reactivated when the system’s control unit recognizes that
the system is in your vehicle.
If the control unit fails to recognize, “ENTER CODE” appears on the multi- information display.
3. Enter the audio security code using the preset buttons. If you enter an incorrect
digit, continue to the last digit, then try again. If you do not enter code correctly
after 10 tries, leave the system for one hour before trying again, or visit a dealer
to have the system reset.
1Audio System Theft Protection
Find the audio system's security code and serial
number label in your owner’s manual kit.
We recommend that you write down the serial
number in this owner’s manual.
Do not store the label in your vehicle. If you lose the
label, you must first retrieve the serial number, and
then obtain the code.
You can find out about your serial number and
security code from a dealer.
You can register the security code at Owner Link (owners.honda.com. ), and find information on how
to retrieve the serial number and obtain the code at
radio-navicode.honda.com .
U.S. models
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Features
Audio System Basic Operation*
To use the audio system function, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (q
or
ON
(w .
Use the selector knob or SETUP button to
access some audio functions.
Press to switch between the normal and
extended display for some functions.
Selector knob: Rotate left or right to scroll
through the available choices. Press to set
your selection.
SETUP button: Press to select any mode such
as the Auto Select (A.SEL), Radio Data System
(RDS), Play Mode, or the Title Display. button: Press to go back to the
previous display.
Models with information display1Audio System Basic Operation
These indications are used to show how to operate
the selector knob.
Rotate to select.
Press to ENTER.
Press the SETUP button while listening to the radio: 2 Auto Select (A.SEL) P. 150
2 Radio Data System (RDS) P. 150
Press the SETUP button while listening to a CD: 2 How to Select a Play Mode P. 153
2 How to Select a Title Display P. 154

Button
Selector Knob SETUP
Button
Menu Display
Selector knob can be scrolled
to the direction(s).
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Features
Audio System Basic Operation*
To use the audio system function, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (q
or
ON
(w .
Use the selector knob or SETUP button to
access some audio functions.
Press to switch between the normal and
extended display for some functions.
Selector knob: Rotate left or right to scroll
through the available choices. Press to set
your selection.
SETUP button: Press to select any mode such
as the Auto Select, RDS Information, Sound Settings *
, Play Mode, Resume/Pause *
.
button *
: Press to select the Sound
Setting mode. button: Press to go back to the
previous display.
Models with multi-information display1Audio System Basic Operation
These indications are used to show how to operate
the selector knob.
Rotate to select.
Press to ENTER.
Press the SOURCE, , , or button on the
steering wheel to change any audio setting. 2 Audio Remote Controls P. 156
SETUP Menu Items 2 Auto Select P. 159
2 RDS Information P. 160
2 Sound Settings P. 157
2 Play Mode P. 163
2 Resume/Pause P. 171
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Button
Selector Knob SETUP
Button
Sound Settings
Menu Display
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uuBluetooth®
HandsFreeLink ®*uHFL Menus
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Features
HFL Menus
The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY
(q
or ON (w to use HFL.
*1: Appears only when a phone is connected to HFL.1HFL Menus
To use HFL, you must first pair your Bluetooth-
compatible cell phone to the system while the vehicle is parked.
Some functions are limited while driving. A message
appears on the screen when the vehicle is moving
and the operation is canceled.
Display your speed dial entry lists.
(up to 15 entries per paired phone)
Display the last 20
outgoing calls.
Display the last 20
incoming calls.
Display the last 20
missed calls.
Display the paired phone’s phonebook.
Enter a phone number to dial.
or
PHONE
Phone
Speed Dial
*1
Call History *1
Phonebook *1
Dial*1
Dialed Calls
Received Calls
Missed Calls