keyless HONDA CIVIC 2023 Owner's Manual

uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uLight Switches
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Controls
The headlights automatically come on when the wipers are used several times within
a certain number of intervals wi th the headlight switch in AUTO.
The headlights automatically go off a few minutes later if the wipers are stopped.
The headlights, all other exterior lights, an d the instrument panel lights turn off 15
seconds after you set the power mode to VE HICLE OFF, take the keyless remote with
you, and close th e driver's door.
If you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF with the headlight switch on, but do not
open the door, the lights turn off after 10 minutes (3 minutes, if the switch is in the
AUTO position).
The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver's door. If you unlock
the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. If you open the
driver's door, you will hear a reminder chime alerting you that the lights are on.
■Headlight Integration with Wipers
■Automatic Lighting Off Feature
1Automatic Operation (aut omatic lighting control)
You can adjust the auto li ght sensitivity as follow:
2 Settings P. 138
2 Customized Features P. 390
SettingThe exterior lights come on
when the ambient light is at
Max
High
Mid
Low
Min
U.S. models
Bright
Dark
1 Headlight Integration with Wipers
This feature activates while the headlights are off in
AUTO .
The instrument panel br ightness does not change
when the headlights come on.
At dark ambient light levels, the automatic lighting
control feature turns on the headlights, regardless of
the number of wiper sweeps.
1 Automatic Lighting Off Feature
You can change the headlight auto off timer setting.
2 Settings P. 138
2 Customized Features P. 390
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uuInterior Convenience Items uOther Interior Convenience Items
Controls
1Wireless Charger*
During the charging phase, it is normal for the
charging area and de vice to heat up.
Charging may be briefl y interrupted when:
•All the doors and the hatch are closed
- to avoid interference with the proper functioning
of the keyless access system.
•The position of the device is altered.
Do not charge more than one device at a time on a
charging area.
If the device becomes too hot and its battery
protection function activates, it may charge
extremely slowly or no longer charge.
The temperature at which the battery protection
function activates de pends on the device.
* Not available on all models
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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
Adjust Outside Temp. Display
“Trip A” Reset Timing
“Trip B” Reset Timing
Adjust Alarm Volume
Fuel Efficiency Backlight*
Rev Indicator*
Tachometer*
Gear Position Display*
Meter Setup
* Not available on all models
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Features
Auto Door Unlock
Auto Door Lock
Key And Remote Unlock Mode
Walk Away Auto Lock
Keyless Lock Answer Back
Door/Window Setup
Lighting SetupAuto High Beam
Interior Light Dimming Time
Headlight Auto OFF Timer
Auto Light Sensitivity*
Auto Headlight On with Wiper On
Remote Window Control
Select Reset ItemsMaintenance Info.
Suspension
Engine
Steering
Gauge
Rev Match
INDIVIDUAL Settings*
Engine Sound
* Not available on all models
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Features*1:Default Setting
■Keyless Access Setup
*1:Default Setting
Customizable Features DescriptionSelectable Settings
Tachometer*Selects whether the tachometer come on the driver information
interface.
2 Tachometer P. 119
ON*1/OFF
Rear Seat ReminderTurns the Rear Seat Reminder feature on and off.
2 Rear Seat Reminder P. 226ON*1/OFF
Shift Up Alarm*Changes whether alarm sounds when the tachometer reading
approaches the red zone.
2 Tachometer P. 119
ON*1/OFF
Customizable Features Description Selectable 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 lo ckout protection function.ON*1/OFF
* Not available on all models
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Features
■Door/Window Setup
*1:Default Setting
Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings
Auto Door LockChanges the setting for the automatic locking feature.OFF/With Vehicle Speed*1/ Shift From P
OFF /With Vehicle Speed
*1
Auto Door Unlock Changes the setting for when the doors unlock
automatically. OFF
/All Doors When Driver's Door
Opens
*1/ All Doors When Shifted to
Park /All Doors With IGN OFF
OFF /All Doors When Driver's Door
Opens
*1/ All Doors With IGN OFF
Key And Remote Unlock
ModeSets up either the driver's door or all doors to unlock on
the first push of the remote key or built-in key.Driver Door Only*1/All Doors
Walk Away Auto Lock Changes the settings for the
auto lock function when
you walk away from the vehicle. ON
/OFF
*1
Keyless Lock Answer Back
Turns on/off flash of exte rior lights when doors are
locked/unlocked by remote key.
2 Using the Remote Transmitter P. 184
ON*1/OFF
Remote Window Control Turns the remote window control on and off. ON
*1/OFF
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
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Driving
When Driving
Starting the Engine
1.Make sure the parkin g 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 transmission 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.
2. Check that the shift lever is in
(N. Then
depress the brake pedal with your right
foot, and the clutch pedal with your left
foot.
u The clutch pedal must be fully depressed
to start the engine.
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. Cons ult 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 keyless remote close to the ENGINE
START/STOP button if the batte ry in the keyless
remote is weak. 2 If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak
P. 783
The engine may not start if the keyless remote 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.
Electric Parking Brake Switch
Brake PedalContinuously variable transmission models
Brake Pedal
Clutch PedalManual transmission models
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
You can remotely start the e ngine using the keyless remote.
■To start the engine
Press the button, then press and hold
the button. u Some exterior lights flash once.
If the engine starts successfully, some exterior
lights flash six times.
If the engine does not start, exterior lights will
not flash. u Go within the range, and try again.
■Remote Engine Start*1Remote 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.
LED: Blinks when any
button is pressed.
* Not available on all models
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Driving
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 minutes during the first run, press the
button, then press and hold the button. u Some exterior lights flash six times if a 10-minute extension request was
transmitted successfully.1Remote 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*.
2 Settings P. 138
2 Customized Features P. 390
•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 hatch is
unlocked.
•You have already used the remote twice to start
the engine.
•Another registered keyless remote 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.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
■To stop the engine
Press and hold the button for one
second.
If the engine stops succ essfully, the exterior
lights flash once.
When the remote is out of the keyless access
system range, the exterior lights will not flash.
The engine will not stop. u Go within the range, and try again.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 keyless remote.
•The engine is stopped by using the keyless remote.•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 hatch 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 warm outside:
•The climate control system is activated in
recirculation mode.
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. 216
2 Front Seat Heaters
* P. 247
2 Heated Steering Wheel* P. 246
* Not available on all models
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