HONDA CIVIC 2016 10.G Quick Guide

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AFETYSAFETY
Child Safety
each year, many children are injured or killed in vehicle crashes because they are
either unrestrained or not properly restrained. In fact, vehicle collisi\
ons are the
number one cause of death of children ages 12 and under.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada
recommend that all children ages 12 and under be properly restrained in \
a rear seat.
Some states or provinces/territories have laws restricting where childre\
n may ride.
To reduce the number of child deaths and injuries, every state, Canadian \
province
and territory requires that infants and children be properly restrained \
when they ride
in a vehicle.
Protecting Child Passengers
•  An inflating front or side airbag can injure or kill a child sitting i\
n the front seat.
•  A child in the front seat is more likely to interfere with the driver’\
s ability to
safely control the vehicle.
•  Statistics show that children of all sizes and ages are safer when they \
are
properly restrained in a rear seat.
•  Any child who is too small to wear a seat belt correctly must be restrai\
ned in an
approved child seat that is properly secured to the vehicle using either\
the lap
belt portion of the lap/shoulder belt or the lower anchors of the LATCH system.
•  Never hold a child on your lap because it is impossible to protect them \
in the
event of a collision.
•  Never put a seat belt over yourself and a child. During a crash, the bel\
t would
likely press deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries.
•  Never let two children use the same seat belt. Both children could be ve\
ry
seriously injured in a crash.
•  Do not allow children to operate the doors, windows, or seat adjusters.
•  Do not leave children in the vehicle unattended, especially in hot weath\
er when
the inside of the vehicle can get hot enough to kill them. They could al\
so activate
vehicle controls, causing it to move unexpectedly.
Protecting Infants
An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the
infant reaches the seat maker’s weight or height limit for the seat, and the infant
is at least one year old. Many experts recommend use of a rear-facing seat for
a child up to two years old if the child’s height and weight are appropriate for a
rear-facing seat.
Child seats must be placed and secured in a rear
seating position. rear-facing child seats should
never be installed in a forward-facing position.
When properly installed, a rear-facing child seat may prevent the driver or a front
passenger from moving their seat all the way back, or from locking their\
seat-
back in the desired position. It can also interfere with proper operatio\
n of the
passenger’s advanced front airbag system.
If this occurs, we recommend that you install the child seat directly be\
hind the
front passenger’s seat, move the seat as far forward as needed, and leave it
unoccupied. or, you may wish to get a smaller rear-facing child seat.
Allowing a child to play with a seat belt or wrap one around their neck \
can
result in serious injury or death.
Instruct children not to play with any seat belt and make sure any unuse\
d
seat belt a child can reach is buckled, fully retracted, and locked.
WARNING
Children who are unrestrained or improperly restrained can be seriously \
injured or killed in a crash.
Any child too small for a seat belt should be properly restrained in a c\
hild
seat. A larger child should be properly restrained with a seat belt, usi\
ng a
booster seat if necessary.
WARNING
Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or
death during a crash.
Always place a rear-facing child seat in the rear seat, not the front.
WARNING

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AFETYSAFETY
Protecting Smaller Children
If a child is at least one year old and within the weight range indicate\
d by the child
seat manufacturer, the child should be properly restrained in a firmly secured
forward-facing child seat.
We strongly recommend placing a forward-facing
child seat in a rear seating position.
Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat
can be hazardous, even with advanced front airbags
that automatically turn the passenger’s front airbag
off. A rear seat is the safest place for a child. Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child SeatA LATCH-compatible child seat can be installed in either of the two outer re\
ar
seats. A child seat is attached to the lower anchors with either the rig\
id or flexible
type of connectors.
1. Locate the lower anchors under the marks.
2. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat, then
attach the child seat to the lower anchors
according to the instructions that came with the
child seat. Make sure that the lower anchors
are not obstructed by the seat belt or any other
object.
3. open the tether anchor cover behind the head
restraint.
4. route the tether strap over the top of the head
restraint, and secure the tether strap hook onto
the anchor.
5. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the child
seat manufacturer.
6. Make sure the child seat is firmly secured by
rocking it forward and back and side to side; little
movement should be felt.
7. Make sure any unused seat belt that a child
can reach is buckled, the lockable retractor
is activated, and the belt is fully retracted and
locked.
Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat can result in seri\
ous
injury or death if the front airbag inflates.
If you must place a forward-facing child seat in front, move the vehicle\
seat
as far back as possible, and properly restrain the child.
WARNING
Selecting a Child SeatMost child seats are LATCH-compatible (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren).
Some have a rigid-type connector, while others have a flexible-type connector.
Both are equally easy to use. Some existing and previously owned child s\
eats can
only be installed using the seat belt. Whichever type you choose, follow\
the child
seat manufacturer’s use and care instructions as well as the instructions in this
manual. Proper installation is key to maximizing your child’s safety.
In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with LATCH, a LATCH-compatible
child seat can be installed using the seat belt and a top tether for add\
ed security.
This is because all child seats are required to be designed so that they\
can be
secured with a lap belt or the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt. In addit\
ion, the
child seat manufacturer may advise that a seat belt be used to attach a \
LATCH-
compatible seat once a child reaches a specified weight. Please read t\
he child
seat owner’s manual for proper installation instructions.
Important considerations when selecting a child seat
Make sure the child seat meets the following three requirements:
•  The child seat is the correct type and size for the child.
•  The child seat is the correct type for the seating position.
• 
The child seat is compliant with Federal Motor vehicle Safety Standard 213 or
Canadian Motor vehicle Safety Standard 213.
Tether strap
hoo k
Anchor
Straight top tether type
Marks
Rigid type
Lower anchors
Flexible type
Tether strap
hoo
k
Anchor
Other top tether type

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Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt
1. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat.
2. route the seat belt through the child seat
according to the seat manufacturer’s
instructions, and insert the latch plate into the
buckle. Insert the latch plate fully until it clicks.
3. Slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all the
way out until it stops. This activates the lockable
retractor.
4. Let the seat belt completely wind up into the
retractor, then try to pull it out to make sure the
retractor is locked. If you are able to pull the
shoulder belt out, the lockable retractor is not
activated. Pull the seat belt all the way out, and
repeat steps 3 – 4.
5. Grab the shoulder part of the seat belt near the
buckle, and pull up to remove any slack from
the lap part of the belt. When doing this, place
your weight on the child seat and push it into the
vehicle seat.
6. Make sure the child seat is firmly secured by
rocking it forward and back and side to side; little
movement should be felt.
7. Make sure any unused seat belt that a child
can reach is buckled, the lockable retractor
is activated, and the belt is fully retracted and
locked.
To deactivate a lockable retractor, release the buckle and allow the seat belt to
wind up all the way.
Adding Security with a Tether
A tether anchorage point is provided behind each rear seating position. \
A child
seat that is installed with a seat belt and comes with a tether can use \
the tether
for additional security.
1. Locate the appropriate tether anchorage point
and lift the cover.
2. route the tether strap over the head restraint.
Make sure the strap is not twisted.
3. Secure the tether strap hook onto the anchor.
4. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the child
seat manufacturer.
Tether anchorage points
CoverAnchor
Straight top tether type in outer position
Tether strap
hook
Anchor
Other top tether type in outer position
Tether strap
hook
Anchor
Straight top tether type in center position
Tether strap
hook
Anchor
Other top tether type in center position
Tether strap
hook
Anchor

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Protecting Larger Children
When a child is too big for a child seat, secure the child in a rear sea\
t using the
lap/shoulder seat belt.
Have the child sit upright and all the way back, then ensure the followi\
ng:
•  The child’s knees bend comfortably over the edge
of the seat.
•  The shoulder belt crosses between the child’s
neck and arm.
•  The lap part of the seat belt is as low as possible,
touching the child’s thighs.
•  The child can stay seated for the whole trip.
If a lap/shoulder belt cannot be used properly, position the child in a booster seat
in a rear seating position. For the child’s safety, check that the child meets the
booster seat manufacturer’s recommendations.
Some U.S. states and Canadian provinces/territories require children to \
use a
booster seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 6\
0 lbs). Be sure
to check current laws in the state or province/territory where you inten\
d to drive.Safety Label Locations
Safety labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential haz\
ards that
can cause serious injury or death. read these labels carefully.
(SAE J639 J2842 J2845)
Sun visor
U.S. models Canadian models
Reserve tank cap U.S. models
(U.S. models only)
Dashboard
Canadian models
Air conditioner system
*
Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in the front can result in injur\
y or death
if the passenger’s front airbag inates.
If a larger child must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far to th\
e rear as
possible, then have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt pro\
perly,
using a booster seat if needed.
WARNING
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NSTRUMENT PANELSAFETY
INSTRUMENT PANELReporting Safety Defects
In the U.S.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash \
or could
cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda \
Motor Co.,
Inc.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and \
if it finds
that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recal\
l and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems
between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-
4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator,
NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, Se., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain
other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
In Canada
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash \
or could
cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Honda Canada, Inc.,\
and you
may also inform Transport Canada.
If Transport Canada receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if
it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may le\
ad to a recall and
remedy campaign. However, Transport Canada cannot become involved in individual
problems between you, your dealer, or Honda Canada, Inc.
To contact Transport Canada’s Defect Investigations and recalls Division, you may
call 1-800-333-0510. For more information on reporting safety defects or\
about motor
vehicle safety, go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety.
Learn about the indicators, gauges, and displays related to driving the \
vehicle.
Models with information display
Indicators briefly appear with each engine start and then go out. red and amber
indicators are most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for gen\
eral
information. Models with Driver Information Interface
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NSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
There is a problem with the system.
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
The emissions control system may have a problem, or the fuel cap is loos\
e
or missing. If the indicator blinks, a misfire in the engine’s cylinders is
detected. Stop in a safe place, and wait for the engine to cool down.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has
normal braking ability, but no anti-lock function.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S. models)
If the indicator blinks and remains on, there is a problem with the tire\

pressure monitoring system, or the vehicle is fitted with the compact \
spare
tire. If the vehicle battery was disconnected, the system is temporarily\

deactivated. Drive a short distance at 12 mph (20 km/h) or more, and t\
he
indicator should go off.
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®)
There is a problem with the vSA system or hill start assist system. If the
vehicle battery was disconnected, the system is temporarily deactivated.
Drive a short distance at 12 mph (20 km/h) or more, and the indicator \
should
go off.
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®) OFF
If the vehicle battery was disconnected, the system is temporarily
deactivated. Drive a short distance at 12 mph (20 km/h) or more, and t\
he
indicator should go off.
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)*
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the \
camera is blocked.
Brake system
There is a problem with one of the braking systems, the electric parking\

brake system, or the automatic brake hold system.
SYSTEMU.S.
Canada
*if equipped
Malfunction Indicators
These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit whi\
le driving or at
any other time, there may be a problem. See your dealer if necessary. Brake system
• Brake fluid is low. Check the brake fluid (see page 137).
•  The brake system has a problem. Press the brake pedal lightly to check
pedal pressure. If normal, check the brake fluid level when you stop. \
If
abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the transmission
to slow the vehicle using engine braking. Have your vehicle repaired
immediately.
•  If the indicator blinks (or comes on simultaneously with the amber brak\
e
system indicator), there is a problem with the electric parking brake
system. Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked
immediately.
Low oil pressure
engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. open the hood. Check the oil
level, and add oil if necessary (see page 133). If the indicator does \
not turn
off, have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Charging system
The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off
the vehicle to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repa\
ired
immediately.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioner\
s.
Smart Entry system*
There is a problem with the smart entry system.
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
There is a problem with the system.
Starter system*
There is a problem with the starter system. Press and hold the eNGINe
STArT/SToP button for up to 15 seconds while pressing the brake pedal to
manually start the engine.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)*
There is a problem with the system.
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)*
There is a problem with the system.
U.S.
Canada
*if equipped

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Condition Indicators
These indicators may require you to perform an action.
Parking brake
release the parking brake before driving. You will hear a beep if you drive
with it not fully released.
Seat belt reminder
Make sure seat belts are fastened for you and all passengers. The indica\
tor
blinks and beeps sound continuously if you or your front passenger has not
fastened your seat belts when you begin driving. If the indicator remain\
s on
after seat belts are fastened, see your dealer.
Door/trunk open
A door or the trunk is not closed. A beep sounds if open while driving.
Low fuel
refuel as soon as possible. If the indicator blinks, there is a problem w\
ith the
fuel gauge. See your dealer.
Low tire pressure*
Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate tire(s) if n\
ecessary.
The indicator also appears if the system has not been calibrated (see p\
age
118).
Washer fluid level (Canadian models)*
The washer fluid is low. refill the washer fluid (see page 137).
System message*
When a condition or malfunction indicator comes on, a message also
appears on the Driver Information Interface. Check the display for more \
information. Press the display/information button on the steering wheel \
to
clear the message.
Maintenance Minder™*
Scheduled maintenance for your vehicle is due.
Immobilizer/security system
Your key or remote transmitter cannot be recognized by the vehicle. If th\
e
indicator blinks, you may not be able to start the engine. Turn the vehicle
off, remove the key from the ignition*, press and hold the brake pedal, \
and
restart the vehicle. If it continues to blink, there may be a problem wi\
th the
system. See your dealer.
Canadian models: To reset the immobilizer system, follow the steps above
after the battery has been disconnected.
U.S.
Canada
*if equipped
vSA off
vSA engaged (blinking)
CrUISe MAIN on
CrUISe CoNTroL on
ACC* on
CMBS™* off
LKAS* on
Turn signals/hazards on
Fog lights* on
High beams on
exterior lights on
eCoN mode* on
Automatic brake hold on
Automatic brake hold
activated
U.S.
Canada
On/Off Indicators
These indicators remind you when an item is on or off.
Brake depress
You must press the brake pedal before activating the electric parking bra\
ke
or automatic brake hold. If the indicator blinks, automatic brake hold i\
s
canceled during operation. Immediately press the brake pedal.
CV T models
MT models

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NSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL
Information Display*
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
Press the TrIP knob to cycle through the displays shown below.
(TRIP) knob
Instant fuel economyOdometerTrip meter AOutside temperature
Engine oil life
*if equipped
Instant fuel economyrangeTrip meter Aoutside temperature
Instant fuel economy
Average fuel economy A Trip meter A
outside temperature
Instant fuel economy
Average fuel economy B Trip meter B
outside temperature
Driver Information Interface*
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
*if equipped
Display button
(TRIP) knob
Driver Information
Interface
odometerTrip A Trip B
Main Displays
Press the Display button to scroll through the different icons shown bel\
ow.
Detailed information for the selected icon appears after a few seconds, \
or you can
press the eNTer button to view it.
You can customize the contents in the Driver Information Interface. For c\
omplete
instructions, see the owner’s Manual on the owner Information CD or at owners.
honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca (Canda).
Trip Computer
Press the TrIP knob to cycle through the lower displays shown below.
AAAAA
Warning
MessagesChange Unit (or blank)
Maintenance
Minder™ Phon
e*Turbo
Meter*Audio*Compass /*Navigation*Range/
average fuelCustomize*

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EHICLE CONTROLSINSTRUMENT PANEL
Vehicle Settings*
Use the Driver Information Interface to customize certain features. Use \
the
steering wheel controls to select the vehicle Settings screen when the vehicle is
stopped.
butto n
Pr ess to go to the next
display.
ENTER button
Pr ess to make a selection .
display/info butto n
Scroll to Vehicle Settings.
button
Press to scroll upwards.
butto n
Press to go back to the
previous display.
button
Press to scroll downwards .
*if equipped
Below is an example of how to change a setting.
1. Press the display/info button until you see the
vehicle Settings screen. Press the eNTer button
to select it.
2. Press the p or q button to scroll to Meter
Setup, and select it.
3. Scroll to “Trip A” reset Timing, and select it.
4. Scroll to the option you want, and select it.
5. Scroll to the exit option, and select it. repeat to
exit the menus.
VEHICLE CONTROLS
*if equipped
Learn about the various controls necessary for operating and driving the\
vehicle.
Using the Key or Remote Transmitter*
Lock or unlock the doors and trunk.
Unlock button: Press once to
unlock the driver’s door. Press
again to unlock all doors.
Trunk button: Press
and hold to unlock and
open the trunk. Lock button: Press to lock the
doors. Press again for audible
verification.
Panic button: Press to sound
the alarm for 30 seconds.
Press again to cancel.
Built-in key*: Slide the
release knob on the back
of the transmitter and pull
out the built-in key.
release knob
Built-in key
Leaving the key or remote transmitter in the vehicle can result in theft\
or
accidental movement of the vehicle. Always take it with you whenever you\
leave
the vehicle unattended.
NOTICE
Engine button*: remotely start the engine (see page 94).

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EHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS
Smart Entry System*
When you carry the remote transmitter (for example, in a pocket or purs\
e) and it
is outside the vehicle and within range (about 32 inches or 80 cm), yo\
u can lock or
unlock the doors and trunk without handling the transmitter.
Unlocking/Locking the Doors
To unlock: Grab the driver’s door handle when the
vehicle is off to unlock the driver’s door. Grab the
front passenger’s door handle to unlock all doors.
To lock: Press the door lock button on the front
door handle when the vehicle is off. If the remote
transmitter is inside the vehicle, the doors will not
lock.
Unlocking the TrunkPress the trunk release button to unlock and open
the trunk.
*if equipped
Door lock button
Trunk release button
Walk Away Auto Lock*When you walk away from the vehicle while carrying the remote transmitter, the
doors can automatically lock if the following conditions are met:
•  The remote transmitter is within a range of 6 feet (2 m).
•  All doors and the hood are closed.
•  There is not an additional remote transmitter inside the vehicle.
When you are within the range, the system is activated and a beep sounds\
. When
you go outside the range, the lights flash and a beep sounds again. Th\
e doors
automatically lock.
To turn on this feature, follow the steps below:
1. From the HoMe screen, select Settings.
2. Select vehicle. The vehicle must be in Park (P).
3. Select Door/Window Setup.
4. Select Walk Away Auto Lock.
5. Select on.
6. Select BACK to exit the menus.
*if equipped