headlights HONDA CIVIC HYBRID 2007 8.G Owners Manual

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on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual.
To
use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
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(P. 145)
WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
HORN CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS
Vehicle with navigation system is shown
(P.
74) (P.
73)
INSTRUMENT
PANEL
BRIGHTNESS BUTTONS (P. 72)
DISPLAY CHANGE
BUTTON
(P. 65)
SEL/RESET
BUTTON
(P. 64)
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
(P. 143)
VOICE CONTROL
SWITCHES
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE
(P. 152)
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT
(P. 75) PASSENGER
AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
(P. 31)
(P. 74)
HAZARD
WARNING BUTTON
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
(P. 75)
HEATED MIRRORS
(P. 94)
HEADLIGHTS/TURN
SIGNAL
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This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .56
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Instrument Panel .57
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Instrument Panel Indicators .58
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Gauges .64
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Odometer .64
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Display Change Button .65
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Current Fuel Mileage .65
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Temperature Gauge .65
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Trip Meter .66
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Average Fuel Mileage .66
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Fuel Gauge .66
Outside Temperature
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Indicator .67
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Check Fuel Cap Indicator .68
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Maintenance Minder .68
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IMA Battery Level Gauge .69
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Charge/Assist Gauge .70
Controls Near the Steering ...........................................
Wheel .71
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Windshield Wipers and Washers .72
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Turn Signal and Headlights .73
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Daytime Running Lights .74
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Instrument Panel Brightness .74
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Hazard Warning Button .74
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Rear Window Def ogger .75
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Steering Wheel Adjustment .75 ...............................
Keys and Locks .76
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Immobilizer System .78
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Ignition Switch .79
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Door Locks .80
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Power Door Locks .80
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Childproof Door Locks .81
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .81
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Auto Door Locking .81
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Auto Door Unlocking .83
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Trunk .86
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Emergency Trunk Opener .86
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Remote Transmitter .87
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Seats .89
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Power Windows .92
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Mirrors .93
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Parking Brake .94
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Interior Convenience Items .95
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Beverage Holder .96
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Accessory Power Socket .96
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Glove Box .96
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Console Compartment .96
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Interior Lights .97
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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The left or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If an indicator does not blink
or blinks rapidly, it usually means
one of the turn signal bulbs is
burned out (see pages and ).
Replace the bulb as soon as possible,
since other drivers cannot see that
you are signaling.
When you press the hazard warning
button, both turn signal indicators
and all turn signals on the outside of
the vehicle flash. If
this indicator comes on when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position and the parking brake is
released, it means there is a problem
in a circuit. Have your vehicle
checked by your dealer.
This indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. For more
info rmation, see page .
This indicator also comes on with
reduced brightness when the
daytime running lights (DRL) are on
(see page ). 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 the LOCK (0) position without
turning of f the light switch, this
indicator will remain on. A reminder
chime will also sound when you open
the driver’s door and remove the key
from the ignition switch.
This indicator comes on if the trunk
lid is not closed tightly.
This indicator comes on if any door
is not closed tightly.
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Instrument Panel Indicators
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators Lights On Indicator
‘‘Daytime Running
Lights’’ Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Trunk-open Indicator
Door-open Indicator
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Instru m ent sand Cont ro ls
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SEL/RESET BUTTON
HORN
(P.
143)
DISPLAY
CHANGE BUTTON
(P. 65)
Vehicle with navigation system is shown.
REMOTE
AUDIO CONTROLS
(P.
74)
(P. 64) (P.
73)
INSTRUMENT
PANEL BRIGHTNESS
VOICE CONTROL
SWITCHES HEATED MIRRORS
REAR
WINDOW
DEFOGGER (P. 31)
PASSENGER
AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
(P. 74)
(P. 75)
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
(P. 152) WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
(P. 72)
(P. 94)
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT (P.
75) CRUISE
CONTROL BUTTONS
(P. 145)
HEADLIGHTS/TURN
SIGNAL
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Push
down on the
lever to signal a left 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.
Tu rn signal
Off
Parking and interior lights
Headlights
High beams
Flashhighbeams Turning
the switch to the ‘‘ ’’
position turns on the headlights. If
you leave the lights on with the
key removed from the ignition
switch, you will hear a reminder
chime when you open the driver’s
door.
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 light switch on and
turn the ignition switch to the
ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0)
position. Push the lever
f orward and the high beam indicator
will come on (see page ). Pull it
back to return to 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.
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Turn Signal
Headlights
High Beams
Turn Signals and Headlights
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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The buttons under the lef t side vent
control the brightness of the
instrument panel. Push the or
button to adjust the brightness. Pushthebuttontoturnonthe
hazard warning lights (four-way
flashers). This causes all four
outside turn signals and both turn
indicators in the instrument panel to
f lash. Use the hazard warning lights
if you need to park in a dangerous
area near heavy traffic, or if your
vehicle is disabled.
Separate adjustments can be made
when the headlights are on and of f .
With the headlight switch of f or
position, the high beam
headlights 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. Daytime Running L ights Instrument Panel Brightness Hazard Warning Button
Headlights, Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button
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INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
CONTROL BUTTONS

Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrors
clean and adjusted f or best visibility.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors bef ore
you start driving.
The inside mirror has day and night
positions. The night position reduces
glare f rom headlights behind you.
Flip the tab on the bottom edge of
the mirror to select the day or night
position.Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position.
Move the selector switch to L
(driver’s side) or R (passenger’s
side).
Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to move the
mirrorright,left,up,ordown.
When you f inish, move the
selector switch to the center (off)
position. This turns the
adjustment switch of f to keep your
settings.
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Mirrors
Adjusting the Power Mirrors
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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SELECTOR SWITCH
TAB
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

With the system set, you can still
open the trunk with the master key
or the remote transmitter without
triggering the alarm. The alarm will
sound if the trunk lock is forced, or
the trunk is opened with the trunk
release handle.
The security system will not set if
the hood, trunk, or any door is not
fully closed. If the system will not set,
check the door and trunk open
indicators on the instrument panel
(see page ) to see if the doors and
trunk are f ully closed. Since it is not
part of the monitor display, manually
check the hood.
To see if the system is set
af ter you exit the vehicle, press the
LOCK button on the remote
transmitter within 5 seconds. If the
system is set, the horn will beep
once.
The security system helps to protect
your vehicle and valuables f rom thef t.
The horn sounds and a combination
of headlights (low beam), parking
lights, side marker lights, and
taillights f lash if someone attempts
to break into your vehicle or remove
the radio. This alarm continues f or 2
minutes, then it stops. To reset an
alarming system before the 2
minutes have elapsed, unlock the
driver’s door with the key or the
remote transmitter.
The security system automatically
sets 15 seconds after you lock the
doors, hood, and trunk. For the
system to activate, you must lock the
doors f rom the outside with the key,
driver’s lock tab, door lock switch, or
remote transmitter. The security
system indicator on the instrument
panel starts blinking immediately to
show you the system is setting itself .
Once the security system is set,
opening any door, the trunk, or the
hood without using the key or the
remote transmitter will cause it to
alarm. It also alarms if the radio is
removed f rom the dashboard or the
wiring is cut.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it.62
Security System
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NOTE:
SECURITY SYSTEM
INDICATOR

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Ì Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items
at the specified intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perform
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
youfillthefueltank.Seepage .
Automatic transmission Check
the fluid level monthly. See page
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Brakes Check the fluid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread for
wear and foreign objects. See page
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Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
tu rn signals, brake lights, and
license plate light monthly. See
page .
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the
inf ormation display. 153
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U.S. Vehicles:
Maintenance Minder
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
Maintenance, replacement, or
repair of emissions control
devices and systems may be done
by any automotive repair
establishment or individual using
parts that are ‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA
standards.
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Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
trunk, readjustment may be required.
Adjustment should be done by your
dealer or other qualif ied mechanic.
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.To change a bulb on the lef t side,
remove the coolant tube f rom the
two clips. Openthehood. Removethereservetankfromitsholder by pulling it straight up.
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Headlight A iming
Replacing a Headlight Bulb
Lights
High Beam Headlight
Maint enance
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COOLANT TUBE
CLIP
CLIP HOLDER
Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot
when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.