engine HONDA CIVIC COUPE 2011 8.G Technology Reference Guide

INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORSBriefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators are most critical.
Blue and green indicators are used for general information.
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Malfunction IndicatorsIf an indicator remains on, there may be a problem; see your dealerOn\bOff Indicators
Condition IndicatorsAction is needed by driver
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFFPASSENGER AIRBAG OFF(above Hazard Warning button)
SIDE AIRBAGOFF
VSA blinks:active*
VSA solid: OFF
CRUISE CONTROL on*
\fst detent: parking lights on
2nd detent: headlights on
Turn signals/hazardson
CRUISE MAINon*
Fog lightson*
High beams on
* if equipped
** Si model only
Charging system
Low brake fluid
Low oil pressure
ABS(anti\block brake system)
DRL(daytime running lights)
TPMS(tire pressure monitoring system)
VSA(vehicle stability assist)*
SRS(supplemental restraint system)
EPS(electric power steering)*
Parking brake on:
Release
Door/Trunk open:
Close door(s) / trunk
Seat belt reminder:
Fasten seat belt(s)
Low fuel:
Refill
Low tire pressure:
Add air
Maintenance MinderTM:
Make dealer appointment Immobilizer
Flashes: improperly coded key;
use correct key
Malfunction indicator lamp
(check engine light)
Rev limit indicator**
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What to Do
Accessing the Information DisplayHow It Works
Odometer, Trip meter AOutside temperature*,
Trip meter A
Oil lifeOutside temperature*,
Trip meter B
Information Displays
* if equipped
I N F O R M A T I O N D I S P L A Y
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
T I R E P R E S S U R E M O N I T O R I N G S Y S T E M ( T P M S )
Monitors the vehicle’s tire pressures.
When you start the engine, the
information display shows your
last active selection from the
previous drive cycle.
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\f. Visually inspect the tires for
damage.
2. Use a tire air pressure gauge to
check which tire(s) have low
pressure.
3. Inflate the tire(s), if necessary,
to the recommended pressures
listed on the label on the
driver’s doorjamb.
To toggle between the different
displays, press and release the
SEL/RESET button repeatedly.
When the tire pressure drops
significantly below recommended
levels, the low tire pressure
indicator comes on.
If the TPMS indicator appears, there
may be a problem with the system.
See your dealer.
Each tire valve stem contains
a TPMS sensor.
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S A F E T Y R E M I N D E R
Your vehicle is equipped with airbags. Airbags do not replace seat belts; they add to
the protection offered by seat belts. Airbags can help protect you in some types of
collisions, but they do not provide protection in all collisions.
Always make sure you and your passengers wear seat belts, and that young children
are properly secured in a child seat or booster in the rear seat. Never place an infant
seat in the front passenger’s seat as the force of a deploying airbag can seriously
injure an infant.
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F U E L R E C O M M E N D A T I O N
• Only use unleaded gasoline of 87 octane or higher. For Civic Si models, unleaded gasoline of 9\f octane or higher is required.
• Some gasoline in North America contains MMT, a manganese\bbased fuel additive. Prolonged and consistent use of gasoline containing MMT can deteriorate your
vehicle’s performance, fuel economy, and the emissions control system. Always use
MMT\bfree gasoline if available. Failures caused by use of gasoline containing MMT
may not be covered under warranty.
• “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive manufacturers to meet the needs of today's advanced
engines. In most cases, qualifying gasoline retailers will identify their gasoline as
having met “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This
fuel is guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of
metallic additives. This helps avoid build\bup of deposits in your engine and emission
control system. Because the level of detergency and harmful metallic additives
(such as MMT) in gasoline vary in the market, Honda endorses the use of “TOP
TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help maintain the performance and
reliability of your vehicle. For more information, visit www.toptiergas.com.
• For further important information on fuel and lubricants for your car and information on gasoline that does not contain MMT, contact your dealer or visit
Owner Link at www.owners.honda.com.
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