alarm HONDA CIVIC COUPE 2015 9.G Owners Manual

11Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel
(P 65)
System Indicators
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS)
Indicator
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA ®) System
Indicator
VSA ® OFF Indicator
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
*
Electric Power
Steering (EPS) System
Indicator
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam IndicatorFog Light Indicator
*
Immobilizer System
Indicator Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
CRUISE CONTROL

Indicator
System Message
Indicator
Parking Brake
and Brake System
Indicator (Red)
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Door Open Indicator
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator
Tachometer Instant Fuel
Economy Gauge
*
Speedometer
Fuel Gauge
Security System
Alarm Indicator Shift Lever Position Indicator
*
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges
(P 81)
/intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID)
(P 83)
/
System Indicators
(P 66)
Trunk Open Indicator
ECON Mode Indicator*
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
High Temperature
Indicator
Low Temperature
Indicator
i-VTEC

Indicator
Rev
Indicator
2.4 ℓ engine models
Ambient Meter
*
Smart Entry System
Indicator
*
Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
System Indicators
U.S.
Canada
U.S.
Canada M
(7-speed manual shift mode)
Indicator/Shift Indicator
*
* Not available on all models

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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
Immobilizer
System Indicator
●Comes on briefly when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
*1, then
goes off.
●Comes on if the immobilizer system
cannot recognize the key
information.
●Blinks - You cannot start the engine.
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0
*1,
pull the key out, and then insert the key
and turn it to ON
(w
*1 again.
●Repeatedly blinks - The system may
be malfunctioning. Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.●Do not attempt to alter this system or
add other devices to it. Electrical
problems can occur.
—
Security System
Alarm Indicator
●Blinks when the security system
alarm has been set.
2 Security System Alarm P. 116
—
Smart Entry
System Indicator
*
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you change the power mode to ON,
then goes off.●Comes on as soon as a problem is
detected in the smart entry system
or push button starting system.
●Stays on constantly or does not
come on at all - Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.
Indicator* Not available on all models

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 100
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................. 102Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
*..... 104
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 105
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 110
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 112
Opening and Closing the Trunk ....... 113
Security System
Immobilizer System .......................... 116
Security System Alarm ...................... 116Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 119
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
*...... 121
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel Ignition Switch
*............................... 122
ENGINE START/STOP Button
*........... 123
Ignition Switch and Power Mode Comparison ................................... 126
Turn Signals ..................................... 127
Light Switches.................................. 127
Fog Lights
*...................................... 130
Daytime Running Lights ................... 130
Wipers and Washers ........................ 131
Brightness Control ........................... 132
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
* Button .... 133
Adjusting the Steering Wheel .......... 134
Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 135
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 135
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 137
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsInterior Lights .................................. 145
Interior Convenience Items .............. 147
Heating and Cooling
*
Using Vents, Heating and A/C.......... 152
Climate Control System
*
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 155Automatic Climate Control Sensors
..... 157
* Not available on all models

116Controls
Security SystemImmobilizer SystemThe immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserting the key into the ignition switch or
pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch or the
ENGINE START/STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle's immobilizer system near the ignition
switch.Security System AlarmThe security system alarm activates when the trunk, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not go off if the trunk or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or smart entry system.
However, the alarm goes off when a door is op ened with the key, then the shift
lever is moved out of
(P
(continuously variable transmission models) or the hood is
opened before the ignition switch is turned to ON
(w
*1.
■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all the exterior lights flash.■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the remote transmitter, or smart entry system. The system,
along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Immobilizer SystemNOTICELeaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.1Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.

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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
• The ignition switch is in LOCK
(0
*1, and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
• The hood and trunk are closed.
• Both doors are locked with the key, the remote transmitter, or smart entry
system.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the blinking
interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system is set.■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote
transmitter, smart entry system, or the ignition switch is turned to ON
(w
*1. The
security system indicator goes off at the same time.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:•Unlocking the door with the lock tab.•Opening the trunk with th e trunk release or the
emergency trunk opener.•Opening the hood with the hood release.•Moving the shift lever out of
( P.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.
Continuously variable transmission models

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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■The panic button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the panic button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds:
• The horn sounds.
• Some exterior lights flash.
■Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
*1.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.■
Panic Mode
Panic Button

437Index
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............ 72, 322, 324
Maintenance Minder............................... 341
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 67, 410
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red) ............................................... 66, 411
REV..................................................... 75, 82
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 31, 69
Security System Alarm............................... 74
Shift Lever Position.................................... 68
Smart Entry System ................................... 74
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 47, 70
System Message ....................................... 73
Transmission ............................................. 68
Trunk Open .............................................. 71
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning............... 73
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 71, 318
VSA ® OFF.......................................... 71, 319
Information .............................................. 419
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 81, 86
Instrument Panel ........................................ 65
Brightness Control .................................. 132
intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) ....................................................... 83
Interior Lights ........................................... 145
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 135
i-VTEC and REV Indicators ......................... 82JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 396Jump Starting
........................................... 403
KKey Number Tag ....................................... 103
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 109
Keys ........................................................... 102
Lockout Prevention .................................. 109
Master Keys ............................................. 102
Number Tag ............................................ 103
Remote Transmitter ................................. 105
Types and Functions ................................ 102
Valet Key ................................................. 103
Won’t Turn ................................................ 22
Kickdown (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 304LLaneWatch
TM............................................. 320
Language (HFL) ................................. 234, 265
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 55
Lights ................................................. 127, 360
Automatic ............................................... 128
Bulb Replacement .................................... 360
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 130
Fog Lights ................................................ 130
High Beam Indicator .................................. 73
Interior .................................................... 145
Light Switches ......................................... 127
Lights On Indicator .................................... 73 Turn Signals ............................................ 127
Load Limits ................................................ 295
Locking/Unlocking the Doors .................. 102
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 112
From Inside ............................................. 110
From Outside .......................................... 105
Keys ........................................................ 102
Using a Key ............................................. 109
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 109
Low Battery Charge ................................. 409
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 69
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 67, 409
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 104
Lower Anchors ............................................ 55
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 421, 423
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 295
MMaintenance............................................. 337
Battery .................................................... 381
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 358
Cleaning ................................................. 385
Climate Control System ........................... 384
Coolant ................................................... 355
Heating and Cooling System ................... 384
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 341
Oil ........................................................... 349
Precautions ............................................. 338
Radiator .................................................. 356

439Index
Safety Check............................................... 29
Safety Labels .............................................. 63
Safety Message ............................................ 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 30
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 32
Checking .................................................. 36
Fastening .................................................. 33
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 57
Pregnant Women...................................... 35
Reminder .................................................. 31
Warning Indicator ............................... 31, 69
Seat Heaters ............................................. 151
Seats .......................................................... 137
Adjusting ................................................ 137
Front Seats.............................................. 137
Rear Seats ............................................... 143
Seat Heaters ........................................... 151
Security System ........................................ 116
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 74
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 74
SEL/RESET Knob .......................................... 83
Select Lever ........................ 18, 305, 307, 311
Operation ......................... 18, 306, 308, 311
Releasing ................................................ 406
Won’t Move ........................................... 406
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 54
Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 166
Shift Lever .......................... 18, 305, 307, 311
Shift Lever Position Indicator .................... 68
Shift Position Indicator .................... 306, 308 Shifting (Transmission)
............. 305, 307, 311
Side Airbags ................................................ 44
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 46
Smart Entry System Indicator ..................... 74
Smart Entry with Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 107
SMS Text Message ............ 245, 259, 274, 283
Snow Tires ................................................. 380
Spare Tire .................................. 393, 421, 423
Spark Plugs ........................................ 420, 422
Specifications ............................................ 420
Specified Fuel ............................ 332, 420, 422
Speedometer .............................................. 81
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 40
Starting the Engine .......................... 298, 300
Does Not Start ......................................... 400
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 122
Jump Starting .......................................... 403
Steering Wheel ......................................... 134
Adjusting ................................................. 134
Stopping .................................................... 330
Summer Tires ............................................ 380
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 40
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 122
System Message Indicator .......................... 73
TTachometer................................................. 81 Temperature
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 70
Low Temperature Indicator........................ 70
Outside Temperature Display ..................... 86
Temperature Sensor ................................... 86
Text Message .................................... 245, 259
Time (Setting) ........................................... 100
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 322
Indicator............................................ 72, 412
Tires ........................................................... 372
Air Pressure ............................. 373, 421, 423
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 372
Inspection ............................................... 372
Labeling .................................................. 373
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 393
Regulations ............................................. 375
Rotation .................................................. 379
Spare Tire ................................ 393, 421, 423
Summer .................................................. 380
Tire Chains .............................................. 380
Wear Indicators ....................................... 377
Winter..................................................... 380
Tools .......................................................... 392
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 297
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 297
Emergency .............................................. 417
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 322
Indicator............................................ 72, 412