remote start HONDA CIVIC 2022 User Guide

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Features
This chapter describes how to operate technology features.
Audio SystemAbout Your Audio System ................ 230
USB Port(s) ....................................... 231
Audio System Theft Protection ......... 233
Audio Remote Controls .................... 234
Audio System Basic Operation ........ 237
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 238
Display Setup ................................... 239
Playing AM/FM Radio ....................... 240
Playing an iPod ................................ 242
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 245
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................. 248
Siri Eyes Free .................................... 252
Models with color audio system
Smartphone Voice Recognition ........ 253
Apple CarPlay .................................. 254
Android Auto................................... 258
Audio System Basic Operation ........ 262
Start Up ........................................... 263
Audio/Information Screen ................ 264
System Updates ............................... 275
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 280
Display Setup ................................... 281
Voice Control Operation .................. 283
Playing AM/FM Radio ....................... 286
Playing SiriusXM ® Radio ................... 290
Playing an iPod ................................ 301
Models with Display Audio
Playing a USB Flash Drive ................. 304
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 307
HondaLink ®..................................... 310
Smart Shortcuts ............................... 314
Wi-Fi Connection ............................. 317
Apple CarPlay .................................. 319
Android Auto .................................. 326
Audio Error Messages ...................... 332
General Information on the Audio System ............................................. 334
Customized Features ................ 355, 363
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver
*... 386
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ..... 389, 409
Refuel Recommend .......................... 428
* Not available on all models

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uuAudio System Basic Operation uPlaying SiriusXM ® Radio
Features
1. Select Settings .
2. Select Tune Mode .
3. Select Channel or Category .
■To Change the Tune Mode1Playing SiriusXM ® Radio
In the channel mode, all available channels are
selectable. In the categor y mode, you can select a
channel within a ca tegory (Jazz, Rock, Classical, etc.).
There may be instances when SiriusXM ® Radio does
not broadcast all the data fi elds (artist name, title).
This does not indicate a problem with your audio
system.
SiriusXM ® Radio stations load in ascending order,
which can take about a minute. Once they have
loaded you will be able to scroll up or down to make
your selections.
Switching the Audio Mode
Roll the left selector wheel or select Audio Source
on the screen.
2 Audio Remote Controls P. 234
Tune Start:
When you change to a preset channel, a song being
played on that channel restarts from the beginning
with this function. This can be turned on or off by the
following procedure.
1. Select Settings .
2. Select Tune Start .
3. Select ON or OFF .
To change a category, select Category icons, or
select More and then select Category List.

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uuCustomized Features u
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Features
Turn By Turn Auto Display
Speed/Distance Units
Smart Entry Light Flash
Rear Seat Reminder
Door Unlock Mode
Smart Entry Beep
Remote Start System ON/OFF
Lockout Protection
Keyless Access Setup
Meter SetupAdjust Outside Temp. Display
"Trip A" Reset Timing
"Trip B" Reset Timing
Adjust Alarm Volume
Fuel Efficiency Backlight

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uuCustomized Features u
Features
■Keyless Access Setup
*1:Default Setting
Customizable Features DescriptionSelectable Settings
Door Unlock ModeChanges which doors unlock when you grab the driver’s door
handle.Driver Door Only*1/All
Doors
Smart Entry Light Flash Causes some exterior lights to flash when you unlock/lock the
doors. ON
*1/
OFF
Smart Entry BeepCauses the beeper to sound wh en you unlock/lock the doors.ON*1/OFF
Remote Start System ON/
OFF Turns the remote engine start feature on and off.
ON
*1/OFF
Lockout ProtectionChanges the settings for the lockout protection function.ON*1/OFF

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Driving
When Driving
Starting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
u The parking brake and brake system
indicator (red) comes on for 30 seconds
when you pull up the electric parking
brake switch.
2. Check that the tr ansmission is in
(P, then
depress the brake pedal.
u Although it is possible to start the vehicle
in
(N, it is safer to start it in (P.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
1Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in thinner
air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system, and rear de fogger in order to reduce
battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. Consult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
Bring the remote key close to the ENGINE START/
STOP button if the battery in the remote key is weak.
2 If the Remote Key Battery is Weak P. 649
The engine may not start if the remote key is
subjected to strong radio waves.
Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to
start the engine.
If the engine does not start, wait at least 30 seconds
before starting the engine again.
The immobilizer system pr otects your vehicle from
theft. If an improperly c oded device is used, the
engine’s fuel system is disabled. 2 Immobilizer System P. 173
Electric Parking Brake Switch
Brake Pedal

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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
You can remotely start the engine using the remote key.
■To start the engine
When started remotely, the engine automati cally shuts off after 10 minutes of idling
and/or the brake pedal and ENGINE START/STOP button have not been pressed
simultaneously.
To extend the run time for another 10 mi nutes during the first run, press the
button, then press an d hold the button.
u Some exterior lights flash six times if a 10-minute extension request was
transmitted successfully.
■Remote Engine Start*1 Remote Engine Start*
The remote engine start may violate local laws.
Before using the remote e ngine start, check your
local laws.
If there are buildings an d obstacles between your
vehicle and the remote, th e range will be reduced.
This distance may vary by external electrical
interference.
3WARNING
Carbon monoxide ga s is toxic and can
rapidly accumulate in closed or even partly
enclosed areas.
Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.
Never use the remote engine starter with
the vehicle parked in a garage or other
areas with limited ventilation.
Press the button, th en press and hold
the button.
Some exterior lights flash once.
Go within the range,
and try again.
LED: Blinks when any button is pressed.
Some exterior lights flash six
times if the engine starts
successfully. Exterior lights will not flash if
the engine does not start.
* Not available on all models

uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
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Driving
■To stop the engine1Remote Engine Start*
The engine may not start by the remote engine start
if:
•You have disabled a remo te engine start setting
using the driver information interface or audio/
information screen. 2Settings P. 126
2 Customized Features P. 363
•The power mode is not in VEHICLE OFF.
•The transmission is in a position other than (P.•The hood is open, or any door or the trunk is
unlocked.
•You have already used the remote twice to start
the engine.
•Another registered remote key is in the vehicle.
•There is any antenna failure.•The door is unlocked with the built-in key.
•The engine oil pressure is low.
•The engine coolant temper ature is extremely high.
•The security system alarm is not set.Press and hold the
button for one
second.
Go within the range,
and try again.
The exterior lights flash once if the engine stops successfully.
The exterior lights will not flash when the remote is out of
the keyless access system range.
The engine will not stop.
* Not available on all models

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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
1Remote Engine Start*
The engine may stop whil e it is running if:•You do not start the vehicl e within 10 minutes of
starting the engine with the remote key.
•The engine is stopped by using the remote key.•The security system alarm is not set.
•The door is unlocked with the built-in key.
•The hood is open, or any door, or the trunk is
unlocked.
•You press the shift lever release button.
•The engine coolant temper ature is extremely high.•The battery is low.
•The engine oil pressure is low.
•The malfunction indicator la mp comes on if there is
a problem with the emissions control systems.
While the engine is running, the vehicle will
automatically preconditi on inside the vehicle.
When it is cold outside:
•The defroster is activated at a moderately warm
temperature.
•The rear defogger, heated door mirrors*, front seat
heaters* and heated steering wheel* are activated.
2 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror*
Button P. 192
2 Front Seat Heaters
* P. 220
2 Heated Steering Wheel* P. 219
* Not available on all models

uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
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Driving
1. Depress and hold the brake pedal, then press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
2. Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, put the transmission into
(D. Select
(R when reversing.
3. With the parking brake applied, release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal.
u Make sure the parking brake and brake system indicator (red) goes off.
2 Parking Brake P. 554
■Hill start assist system
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged br iefly to help prevent the vehicle from
rolling on inclines as you move your fo ot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Put the transmission into
(D, (S*, or (L* when facing uphill, or (R when facing
downhill, then release the brake pedal.
You can turn the engine off when the vehicle is completely stopped.
1. Put the transmission into
(P.
2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
■Starting to Drive
■Stopping the Engine
1Starting to Drive
The engine stops when th e transmission is taken out
of
( P before the ENGINE START/STOP button is
pressed. Follow step 1 when starting to drive.
You can also release the parking brake by pressing
the electric parking brake sw itch while depressing the
brake pedal.
When facing downhill, you can start your vehicle
more smoothly by manually releasing it with the
electric parking brake switch than by releasing it with
the accelerator pedal.
When the engine was started using the button on
the remote keyWhen the engine was started using the button on the remote key
When the engine was started in any case
1 Hill start assist system
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very st eep or slippery slope, and
will not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
brake.
Hill start assist will operate even when VSA ® is
switched off.
1 Stopping the Engine
The power mode will automatically turn to VEHICLE
OFF about 20 minutes afte r the following conditions
have been met:
•A door has been opened, such as when leaving the
vehicle.
•The transmission is in ( P.•The driver’s seat belt is not fastened.
* Not available on all models

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 640
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 641
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 648
If the Remote Key Battery is Weak.... 649
Emergency Engine Start ................... 650
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 651
If the Battery Is Dead Jump Starting Procedure .................. 652
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 655Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 656
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ... 658If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ............................................. 659
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 659
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 660
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .....661
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 662
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 663
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 664
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 668
Emergency Towing ........................... 670
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door .... 671
If You Cannot Open the Trunk............672
Refueling........................................... 673