alarm HONDA CIVIC 2014 9.G Owners Manual

9Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel
(P 67)
System Indicators
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS)
Indicator
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA ®) System
Indicator
VSA ® OFF Indicator
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
*
Electric Power
Steering (EPS) System
Indicator
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam IndicatorFog Light Indicator
*
Immobilizer System
Indicator Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator
*
System Message
Indicator
*
Parking Brake
and Brake System
Indicator (Red)
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Door Open Indicator
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator
*
Tachometer Instant Fuel
Economy Gauge
*
Speedometer
Fuel Gauge
Security System
Alarm Indicator
*
Shift Lever Position Indicator
*
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges
(P 82)
/Information Display
* (P 84)
/
intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID)
* (P 86)
/System Indicators
(P 68)
Trunk Open Indicator
ECON Mode Indicator
*
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
High Temperature
Indicator
Low Temperature
Indicator
Maintenance Minder
Indicator
*
Daytime Running
Lights Indicator
*
Washer Level
Indicator
*
i-VTEC
Indicator
Rev
Indicator
2.4 ℓ engine models
Ambient Meter
*
Smart Entry
System Indicator
*
Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
System Indicators
U.S.
Canada
U.S.
Canada
* Not available on all models

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Continued
Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
*
Immobilizer
System Indicator
●Comes on briefly when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
*1, then
goes off.
●Comes on if the immobilizer system
cannot recognize the key
information.
●Blinks - You cannot start the engine.
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0
*1,
pull the key out, and then insert the key
and turn it to ON
(w
*1 again.
●Repeatedly blinks - The system may
be malfunctioning. Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.●Do not attempt to alter this system or
add other devices to it. Electrical
problems can occur.
—
Security System
Alarm Indicator
*
●Blinks when the security system
alarm has been set.
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—
Low Temperature
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON (w
*1, then goes off.
●Comes on when the engine coolant
temperature is low.
●If the indicator stays on after the engine
has reached normal operating
temperature, there may be problem
with the temperature sensors. Have
your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
—
Smart Entry
System Indicator
*
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you change the power mode to ON,
then goes off.●Comes on as soon as a problem is
detected in the smart entry system
or push button starting system.
●Stays on constantly or does not
come on at all - Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.
Indicator* Not available on all models

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 104
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions .................. 106Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
*....... 108
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 109
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 114
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 116
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
*........ 117
Opening and Closing the Trunk....... 121
Security System
Immobilizer System .......................... 125
Security System Alarm
*.................... 125
Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 128Opening and Closing the Moonroof
*..... 130
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch
*............................... 131
ENGINE START/STOP Button
*........... 132
Ignition Switch and Power Mode Comparison ................................... 135
Turn Signals ..................................... 136
Light Switches.................................. 136
Fog Lights
*...................................... 139
Daytime Running Lights ................... 139
Wipers and Washers ........................ 140
Brightness Control ........................... 141
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
*
Button ........................................... 142
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 143 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 144
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 144
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 146
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience
ItemsInterior Lights .................................. 154
Interior Convenience Items .............. 156
Heating and Cooling
*
Using Vents, Heating and A/C
*........ 161
Climate Control System
*
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 165Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 167
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Security SystemImmobilizer SystemThe immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserting the key into the ignition switch or
pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch or the
ENGINE START/STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle's immobilizer system near the ignition
switch.Security System Alarm
*
The security system alarm activates when the trunk, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not go off if the trunk or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or smart entry system.
However, the alarm goes off when a door is opened with the key, then the shift
lever is moved out of
(P
(automatic transmission/CVT models) or the hood is
opened before the ignition switch is turned to ON
( w
*1.
■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all the exterior lights flash.■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using remote transmitter, or smart entry system. The system,
along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Immobilizer SystemNOTICELeaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.1Security System Alarm
*
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.
* Not available on all models

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■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
*1, and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
• The hood and trunk are closed.
• All doors are locked with the key, the remote transmitter, or smart entry system.
■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.■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote
transmitter, smart entry system, or the ignition switch is turned to ON
(w
*1. The
security system indicator goes off at the same time.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Security 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.•Opening the trunk with the trunk release or the
emergency trunk opener.•Opening the hood with the hood release.•Moving the shift lever out of
(P.
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 remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.
Automatic transmission/CVT models
* Not available on all models

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Controls
■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.
■Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
*1.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.■
Panic Mode
Panic Button

461Index
Lights On .................................................. 74
Low Fuel ................................................... 71
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 69, 435
Low Temperature...................................... 75
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............ 73, 333, 335
Maintenance Minder......................... 76, 353
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 436
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red) ............................................... 68, 437
REV..................................................... 76, 83
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 33, 70
Security System Alarm............................... 75
Shift Lever Position.................................... 70
Smart Entry System ................................... 75
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 49, 71
System Message ....................................... 74
Transmission ............................................. 70
Trunk Open .............................................. 73
Turn Signal ............................................... 74
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 72, 329
VSA ® OFF.......................................... 72, 330
Washer Level ............................................ 76
Information .............................................. 443
Information Display ................................... 84
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 82, 89
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control .................................. 141
intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) ....................................................... 86
Interior Lights ........................................... 154 Interior Rearview Mirror
.......................... 144
i-VTEC and REV Indicators .......................... 83
JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 414
Jump Starting ........................................... 429KKey Number Tag ....................................... 107
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 113
Keys ........................................................... 106
Lockout Prevention .................................. 113
Master Keys ............................................. 106
Number Tag ............................................ 107
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 116
Remote Transmitter ................................. 109
Types and Functions ................................ 106
Valet Key ................................................. 107
Won’t Turn ................................................ 21
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 319LLaneWatch
TM............................................. 331
Language (HFL) ................................. 247, 278
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 57 Lights
................................................. 136, 376
Automatic ............................................... 137
Bulb Replacement ................................... 376
Daytime Running Lights........................... 139
Fog Lights ............................................... 139
High Beam Indicator .................................. 74
Interior .................................................... 154
Light Switches ......................................... 136
Lights On Indicator .................................... 74
Turn Signals ............................................ 136
Load Limits ................................................ 307
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 106
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 117
Childproof Door Locks............................. 116
From Inside ............................................. 114
From Outside .......................................... 109
Keys ........................................................ 106
Using a Key ............................................. 113
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 113
Low Battery Charge ................................. 435
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 71
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 435
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 108
Lower Anchors ............................................ 57
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 444, 446
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 307

463Index
Remote Transmitter................................. 109
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 401
Bulbs ...................................................... 376
Fuses .............................................. 439, 440
Tires........................................................ 397
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 389
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 450
Resetting a Trip Meter ......................... 84, 87SSafe Driving................................................ 27
Safety Check ............................................... 31
Safety Labels .............................................. 65
Safety Message .......................................... 25
Seat Belts .................................................... 32
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 36
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 34
Checking .................................................. 38
Fastening .................................................. 35
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt ......................................................... 59
Pregnant Women...................................... 37
Reminder .................................................. 33
Warning Indicator ............................... 33, 70
Seat Heaters ............................................. 160
Seats .......................................................... 146
Adjusting ................................................ 146
Front Seats.............................................. 146 Rear Seats ............................................... 152
Seat Heaters ............................................ 160
Security System ......................................... 125
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 75
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 75
Select Lever ................................. 17, 320, 322
Operation .................................. 17, 321, 322
Releasing ................................................. 432
Won’t Move ............................................ 432
Select/Reset Knob ................................. 84, 87
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 56
Selector Knob (Audio) .............................. 179
Setting the Clock ...................................... 104
Shift Lever ................................... 17, 320, 322
Shift Lever Position Indicator ..................... 70
Shift Position Indicator ............................. 321
Shifting (Transmission) ..................... 320, 322
Shoulder Anchor ......................................... 36
Side Airbags ................................................ 46
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 48
Smart Entry System Indicator .................................................... 75
Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ..................................................... 111
SMS Text Message ............ 258, 272, 287, 296
Snow Tires ................................................. 399
Spare Tire .................................. 411, 445, 447
Spark Plugs ........................................ 444, 446
Specifications ............................................ 444 Specified Fuel
........................... 343, 444, 446
Speedometer .............................................. 82
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 42
Starting the Engine .......................... 313, 315
Does Not Start......................................... 426
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 131
Jump Starting .......................................... 429
Steering Wheel
Adjusting ................................................ 143
Stopping ................................................... 341
Summer Tires ............................................ 399
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 42
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 2, 3, 131
System Message Indicator .......................... 74
TTachometer................................................. 82
Temperature High Temperature Indicator ....................... 72
Low Temperature Indicator........................ 75
Outside Temperature Display ..................... 89
Temperature Sensor ................................... 89
Text Message .................... 258, 272, 287, 296
Time (Setting) ........................................... 104
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 333
Indicator............................................ 73, 438