brake light HONDA CIVIC COUPE 2015 9.G Owners Manual

Visual Index
8Quick Reference Guide
❙Maintenance Under the Hood
(P345)
❙Windshield Wipers
(P131, 370)
❙Tires
(P372, 393)
❙Fog Lights
* (P130, 364)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control
(P105)
❙Power Door Mirrors
(P135)
❙Headlights
(P127, 360)
❙Emergency Trunk Release Lever (P115)❙Opening/Closing the Trunk
(P113)
❙How to Refuel
(P333)
❙High-Mount Brake Light
* (P369)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights
(P127, 365)
❙Back-Up Lights
(P367)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights
(P367)
❙Brake/Taillights/Rear Side Marker
Lights
(P367)
❙Rearview Camera
* (P331)
❙Trunk Release Button
* (P114)

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

20Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance
(P337)
Under the Hood
(P345)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid and clutch* fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
a
Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b
Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
c
When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights
(P360)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades
(P370)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires
(P372)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.

22Quick Reference Guide
What to Do If*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
*2:Except U.S. models with continuously variable transmission
The ignition switch does
not turn from
(0
to
(q
*1.
Why?
●The steering wheel may be locked.●Try to turn the steering wheel left and right
while turning the ignition key.●Move the steering wheel left and right while
pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button at the same time.
The ignition switch does
not turn from
(q
to
(0
*1
and I cannot remove the
key. Why?
The shift lever s hould be moved to
(P
.
Why does the brake pedal
pulsate slightly when
applying the brakes?
This can occur when the ABS act ivates, and does not indicate a
problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never
pump the brake pedal.Models without smart entry systemModels with smart entry system
*2

23Quick Reference Guide
Why do the doors lock
after I unlocked the doors
using a remote
transmitter?
If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatically for security.
Why does the beeper
sound when I open the
driver's door?
The beeper sounds when:●The key is left in the ignition switch
*.
●The power mode
* is in ACCESSORY.
●The exterior lights are left on.
Why does the beeper
sound when I start driving?
The beeper sounds when:●Driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat belts.●The parking brake lever is not fully released.
Why do I hear a screeching
sound when I apply the
brake pedal?
The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
Is it possible to use
unleaded gasoline with a
Pump Octane Number
(PON) of 87 or higher on
this vehicle?
Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 91 or higher
is recommended.
If premium unleaded gasoline with a PON of 91 or higher is not
available, you can temporarily use the gasoline with a PON of
87 or higher.
This will result in decreased engine performance, and can cause
occasional metallic knocking noise in the engine.
2.4 ℓ engine models
* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uFog Lights
*
Controls
Fog Lights
*
When the lo w beam headlights are on, turn
the fog light switch on to use the fog lights.
Daytime Running LightsThe high beam headlights come on slightly dimmer than normal when the following
conditions have been met:
• The ignition switch is in ON
(w
*1.
• The headlight switch is off, or in .
• The parking brake is released.
The lights remain on even if you set the parking brake. Turning off the ignition
switch or setting the power mode to VEHICLE OFF will turn off the daytime running
lights.
The high beam headlights return to the original brightness once the headlight
switch is turned on.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Fog Lights
*
When the fog lights are on, the indicator in the
instrument panel will be on.
They go off when the headlights turn off, or when
the daytime running lights are on.
2 Fog Light Indicator
* P. 73
Fog Light Switch
* Not available on all models

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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle's
handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2 Maximum Load Limit P. 295
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
u They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.
u An object or unsecured floor mat can interfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock both doors and the trunk.
2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 110
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2 Adjusting the Seats P. 137
2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 139
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly for your driving.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 135
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 134
■
Interior Checks
1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk, have the aiming readjusted
at a dealer or by a qualified technician.

298Driving
When DrivingStarting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Check that the shift lever 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.
Models without smart entry system
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, heating and
cooling system
*/climate control system
*, and rear
defogger 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. If temperatures consistently
below -22°F (-30°C) are expected, the coolant
mixture should be changed to a higher concentration
to prevent freezing. 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.
Brake Pedal
Continuously variable transmission models
Brake Pedal
Clutch Pedal
Manual transmission models
* Not available on all models

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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
Starting the Engine
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Check that the shift lever 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.
Models with smart entry system
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 defogger 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. If temperatures consistently
below -22°F (-30°C) are expected, the coolant
mixture should be changed to a higher concentration
to prevent freezing. 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.
The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from
theft.
If an improperly coded device is used, the engine’s
fuel system is disabled.
2 Immobilizer System P. 116
Brake Pedal
Continuously variable transmission models
Brake Pedal
Clutch Pedal
Manual transmission models

305
uuWhen Driving uShifting
Continued
Driving
ShiftingChange the shift position in acco rdance with your driving needs.■Shift lever positions
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
Continuously variable transmission models without paddle shifters
1 Shifting
You cannot turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0*1
and remove the key unless the shift lever is in
( P.
The vehicle may move forward very slightly even in
( N while the engine is cold.
Depress the brake pedal firmly and, when necessary,
apply the parking brake.
Reverse
Used when reversingDrive
Used for normal drivingPark
Used when parking or starting the engine
Neutral
Used when idling
Release ButtonDrive (S)
Used:●For better acceleration●To increase engine braking●When going up or down hills
Low●Used to furth er increase engine braking●Used when going up or down hills