high beam HONDA CIVIC COUPE 2009 8.G Owners Manual

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Canadian DX-G model with M/T has the electric power steering (EPS) indicator (see page60) next to the immobilizer system indicator.
The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or Canadian models are noted in the text.
Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
DX,DX-G(Canada),LX,EX,EX-L
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LOW FUEL
INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATORANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.63)(P.57)
(P.64)
(P.58) PARKING BRAKE AND
BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.59)
TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR
(P.63)
DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR
(P.61)
LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR
(P.64)
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR(P.61)
HIGH BEAM
INDICATOR
(P.63)
LIGHTS ON
INDICATOR
(P.63)
: If equipped
SIDE AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.58)
(P.59)
(P.63)
(P.62)
(P.62)
DAYTIME
RUNNING
LIGHTS
INDICATOR
VEHICLE
STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM
INDICATOR
CRUISE MAIN
INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR VSA ACTIVATION
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P.62)
(P.62)
(P.57,361)
(P.57,361)
(P.57,362) (P.60,303) (P.58,363)
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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or Canadian models are noted in the text.
Instrument Panel
Si
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REV LIMIT INDICATOR
DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR
TRUNK-OPEN INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR
ELECTRIC POWER STEERING
(EPS) INDICATOR DAYTIME RUNNING
LIGHTS INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
: If equipped PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW FUEL
INDICATOR
(P.63)
(P.63)
(P.63)
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST
(VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.62)
(P.60)(P.64)
(P.61)
(P.64)
CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION
INDICATOR LAMP IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P.62)
(P.61)
(P.59)(P.57)
(P.63)
(P.63)
(P.58)
(P.61)
(P.62)
MAINTENANCE MINDER
INDICATOR (P.59)
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR TIRE PRESSURE
MONITORING SYSTEM
(TPMS) INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.58)
(P.62)
FOG LIGHT INDICATOR
VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR
(P.63)
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR (P.57,361)
(P.57,361)
(P.57,362) (P.60,303) (P.58,363)
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If this indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position and release the parking
brake, it means there is a problem
withtheDRL.Theremayalsobea
problem with the high beam
headlights. Have your vehicle
checked by your dealer.
This indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. For more
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator also comes on with
reduced brightness when the
daytime running lights (DRL) are on
(see page ).This indicator comes on if either
door is not closed tightly.
This indicator comes on when the
washer f luid level is low. Add washer
f luid when you see this indicator
(see page ).
This indicator comes on if the trunk
lid is not closed tightly.
This indicator reminds you that the
exterior lights are on. It comes on
when the light switch is in either the
or position. If you turn the
ignition switch to the ACCESSORY
(I) or LOCK (0) position without
turning of f the light switch, this
indicator will stay on. A reminder
chime will also sound when you open
the driver’s door.
This indicator comes on when you
turn on the f og lights. For more
inf ormation, see page .
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Canadian models only
If equipped
High Beam IndicatorDoor-open Indicator
T runk-open Indicator L ights On Indicator
Washer Level Indicator
Daytime Running L ights
Indicator
Fog L ight Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Push down on the
lever to signal a lef t turn and up to
signal a right turn. To signal a lane
change, push lightly on the lever,
and hold it. The lever will return to
center when you release it or
complete a turn.
Turning the
switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns
on the parking lights, taillights,
instrument panel lights, side-marker
lights, and rear license plate lights.
Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’
position turns on the headlights.
When the light switch is in the
‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ ’’ position, the
lights on indicator comes on as a
reminder.
This indicator stays on if you leave
the lights on and turn the ignition
switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or
LOCK (0) position. If you leave the lights on with the
key removed f rom the ignition
switch, you will hear a reminder
chime when you open the driver’s
door.
Push the lever
f orward until you hear a click. The
high beam indicator will come on
(see page ). Pull the lever back to
return to the low beams.
To f lash the high beams, pull the
lever back lightly, then release it.
The high beams will stay on as long
as you hold the lever back.
Turn signal
Of f
Parking and instrument panel
lights
Headlights on
High beams
Flashhighbeams
Fog lights of f
Fog lights on
If equipped
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
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Turn Signal
Headlights On
High Beams
Turn Signals and Headlights
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Si model is shown.
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Turn the f og lights on and of f by
turning the switch next to the
headlight switch.
With the headlight switch of f or in
the position, the high beam
headlights and the high beam
indicator come on with reduced
brightness when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position and release the parking
brake. They remain on until you turn
the ignition switch of f , even if you
set the parking brake.
The headlights revert to normal
operation when you turn them on
with the switch.
You can use the f og lights only when
the headlights are on low beam.
They will go of f when you turn the
headlights of f or onto high beam.
Si model
Headlights, Fog Lights
Fog Lights
Daytime Running L ights
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Your vehicle has halogen headlight
bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle
it by its base, and protect the glass
f rom contact with your skin or hard
objects. If you touch the glass, clean
it with denatured alcohol and a clean
cloth.Open the hood.
To change a bulb on the driver’s
side, remove the coolant tube f rom
the two clips, then remove the
reserve tank f rom its holder by
pulling it straight up.
Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
trunk, readjustment may be required.
Adjustmentsshouldbedonebyyour
dealer or another qualif ied
technician.
1.
Lights
Headlight A iming Replacing a Headlight BulbHigh Beam Headlight
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COOLANT
TUBE
CLIP
Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot
when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
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No. Amps. No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Circuits Protected
Amps.
Circuits Protected
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2
3
4
5
6
7
8 7.5 A
15 A
10 A
7.5 A
(15 A)
(20 A) 7.5 A 9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16 7.5 A
7.5 A
10 A
10 A
10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 10 A ODS (Occupant Detection
System)
Meter
SRS
Right Headlight High Beam
Left Headlight High Beam
Small Lights (Interior)
Small Lights (Exterior)
Right Headlight Low Beam 17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
If equipped Left Headlight Low Beam
Headlight High Beam Main
Small Lights Main
Not Used
Headlight Low Beam Main
Not Used
Not Used
Moonroof
Door Lock
Driver’s Power Window
HAC Option
Rear Accessory Socket
Accessory
Front Passenger’s Power
Window
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Accessory, Radio
IG2 HAC
Daytime Running Lights
Front Wiper
10 A
20 A
15 A
20 A
(20 A) 20 A
20 A
(20 A)
(15 A) 15 A
20 A
7.5 A 10 A
7.5 A 30 A
Power Window
Fuel Pump
IG1 ACG
ABS/VSA
Heated Seats
Front Fog Lights
TPMS
Not Used
:
Fuse Locations
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
369
INTERIOR FUSE BOX
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Fluids..........
Automatic Transmission .320
..........................................
Brake .322
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Clutch .323
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Manual Transmission .321
..........................
Power Steering .323
..................
Windshield Washer .319
........................................
Fog Lights .73
FM Stereo Radio
...................................
Reception .214
...........................
Folding Rear Seat .99
..........................
Four-way Flashers .75
..............................
Front Airbags .9,23
Front Seat
......................................
Adjusting .93
.....................................
Airbags .9,23
.................................................
Fuel .264
..........
Check Fuel Cap Message .68
....................................
Economy .270
......................
Fill Door and Cap .265
...........................................
Gauge .68
.....................
Low Fuel Indicator .64
................
Octane Requirement .264
...............................
Oxygenated .265
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Tank, Ref ueling .265
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Fuel Economy .270 ..............................
Fuse Locations .368
.....................
Fuses, Checking the .364
...............
Gas Mileage, Improving .270
.........................................
Gasoline .264
...........................................
Gauge .68
.....................
Low Fuel Indicator .64
................
Octane Requirement .264
........................
Tank, Ref ueling .265
................
Gas Station Procedures .265
Gauges
...
Engine Coolant Temperature .68
...............................................
Fuel .68
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission .286
..............
Manual Transmission .284
......................................
Glove Box .109
Gross Axle Weight Rating
.....................................
(GAWR) .277
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .....................................
(GVWR) .277 .............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs .324
...........................
HandsFreeLink
.227
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Hazard Warning Flashers .75
Headlights
........................................
Aiming .324
............
Daytime Running Lights .73
..................
High Beam Indicator .63
....................
Lights On Indicator .63
.........................
Reminder Chime .72
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs .324
...................................
Turning on .72
..............................
Head Restraints .96
.............................
Heated Mirrors .107
.................................
Heaters, Seat .101
.....................
Heating and Cooling .116
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High Altitude, Starting at .282
.......................................
High Beam .72
..............
High-mount Brake Light .331
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Hood, Opening and Closing the .266
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Horn.4,70
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Hydraulic Clutch .323
Index
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Jacking up the Vehicle .352
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Jack, Tire .351
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Jump Starting .357
..................................................
Keys .77
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Label, Certif ication .374
.................
Lane Change, Signaling .72
..................
Lap/Shoulder Belts .14,19
...............................
LATCH System .41
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle .374
Ignition
..............................................
Keys .77
...........................................
Switch .79
............
Timing Control System .386
........................
Immobilizer System .78
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Important Safety Precautions .6
Indicators
..............
ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) .59
Brake (Parking and Brake
............................
System) .58,363
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Charging System .57,361
.............................
Cruise Control .62
...................................
Door Open .63
DRL (Daytime Running
......................................
Lights) .63
.
EPS (Electric Power Steering) .60
.....................................
Fog Light .63
...................................
High Beam .63
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Key (Immobilizer System) .59
.....................................
Lights On .63
......................................
Low Fuel .64
................
Low Oil Pressure .57,361
..............
Low Tire Pressure .61,296 ..........
Maintenance Minder .60,303
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .362
....................................
REV Limit .61
..........................
Security System .64
.......................................
Seat Belt .57
...........................
Side Airbag Of f .58
...............................................
SRS .58
...................................
TPMS .61,297
.................................
Trunk Open .63
Turn Signal and Hazard
...................................
Warning .59
............................
VSA Activation .62
.................................
VSA System .62
..............................
Washer Level .63
Indicators, Instrument .......................................
Panel .55,57
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Inf ant Restraint .37
Inf ant Seats
......................................
Installing .40
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Tether Anchor Points .45
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Inf lation, Proper Tire .335
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Inf ormation Display .65
.................................
Inside Mirror .106
.............................
Inspection, Tire .338
....................
Installing a Child Seat .40
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Tether Anchorage Points .45 .............................
Using LATCH .41
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Instrument Panel .3,54
........
Instrument Panel Brightness .74
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Instrument and Controls .53
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Interior Lights .113
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Introduction .i
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