HONDA CIVIC HYBRID 2011 8.G Technology Reference Guide

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Navigation (if equipped) \b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\3\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\3\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b16
Bluetooth
®HandsFreeLink®(HFL) (if equipped) \b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\3\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b 18
iPod
®or USB Flash Memory \b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\3\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\3\b\b\b\b \f1
PC Card (models with navigation)\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\3\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b \f\f
Owner Link \b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\3\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\3\b\b \f3
Safety Reminder \b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\3\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\3\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b \f4
Fuel Recommendation\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\3\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b \f4
Auto Door Locks \b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b
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Instrument Panel Indicators \b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b 4
Information Display \b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b 6
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b 7
Auto Idle Stop \b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b 8
Integrated Motor Assist (IMA)\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b9
Voice Recognition (if equipped) \b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b\b 10
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®p.18
VOICE RECOGNITION p.10
INSTRUMENT PANEL p.4T E C H N O L O G Y R E F E R E N C E G U I D E
The Technology Reference Guide is designed to help you get
acquainted with your new Honda and provide basic
instructions on some of the technology items\b
This guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s
Manual\b For complete information on vehicle controls and
operation, please refer to the respective sections in the
Owner’s Manual\b
As with the Owner’s Manual, this guide covers all trim levels
of the Civic Hybrid\b Therefore, you may find descriptions of
equipment and features that are not on your particular
vehicle\b
AUDIO p.21
NAVIGATION p.16
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A U T O D O O R L O C K SProgram how and when the vehicle doors automatically lock and unlock\b
Default Lock SettingProgramming the Auto Door Unlock Setting
The doors are preset to
lock when your vehicle
reaches about 10 mph\b
Default Unlock Setting
Only the driver’s door is
preset to unlock when you
shift into Park (P)\b
Programmable Auto Door Lock\bUnlock Settings
Below are the options you can choose from\b See Auto Door Locking/Unlockingin your
owner’s manual for instructions on programming these settings\b
AUTO \fOOR UNLOCK
Auto Unlock
(all doors)
When you turn
the ignition OFFWhen you shift into Park
Auto Unlock
(only driver’s door)
When you turn
the ignition OFFWhen you shift into Park
Turn off
Auto Unlock
Operate manually
AUTO \fOOR LOCK
Auto Lock
When you
reach 10 mphWhen you shift out of Park
Turn off
Auto Lock
Operate manually
1\b Close the driver’s door\b Shiftinto
Park\b
\f\b Turn the ignition switch to ON (II)\b4\b Within 5 seconds, turnthe ignition
switch to LOCK (0)\b
3\b Press and hold the unlock side of
the master lock switch for about 10
seconds\b In that time, you will hear
three clicks\b
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To program all doors to unlock when you shift to Park:
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INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORSBriefly appear with each engine start\b Red and amber indicators are most critical\b
Blue and green indicators are used for general information\b
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Malfunction IndicatorsIf an indicator remains on, there may be a problem; see your dealer
On\bOff Indicators
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFFPASSENGER AIRBAG OFF(above Hazard Warning button)
SIDE AIRBAGOFF
VSAOFF *
CRUISE CONTROL on
Headlightson
Turn signals/hazards on
CRUISE MAINon
Auto Idle Stop on
High beamson
*if equipped
Charging system
Low brake fluid
Low oil pressure
ABS(antilock brake system)
DRL(daytime running lights)
Malfunction indicator lamp(check engine light)
TPMS(tire pressure monitoring system)
VSA(vehicle stability assist)*
SRS
(supplemental restraint system)
EPS(electric power steering)
IMA system indicatorBrake system
Seat belt reminder:
Fasten seat belt(s)Maintenance MinderTM:
Make appointment
Immobilizer
Flashes: improperly coded key;
use correct key
Condition IndicatorsAction is needed by driver
Parking brake on: Release
Door/Trunk open:
Close door(s) / trunk
Low fuel:
Refill
Low tire pressure:
Add air
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What to Do
Accessing the Information DisplayHow It Works
miles
Odometer, Trip meter A
miles
Outside temperature,
Trip meter A
Oil life
milesmpg
MPG (fuel economy),
Trip meter B
miles
mpg
MPG (fuel economy),
Trip meter A
Information Displays
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\b
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\b
miles
When you start the engine, the
information display shows your
last active selection from the
previous drive cycle\b
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1\b Visually inspect the tires for
damage\b
\f\b Use a tire air pressure gauge to
check which tire(s) have low
pressure\b
3. Inflate the tire(s), if necessary,
to the recommended pressures
listed on the label on the
driver’s doorjamb\b
To toggle between the different
displays, press and release the
SEL/RESET button repeatedly\b
Each tire valve stem contains
a TPMS sensor\b
When the tire pressure drops
significantly below recommended
levels, the low tire pressure
indicator comes on\b
If the TPMS indicator appears, there
may be a problem with the system\b
See your dealer\b
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AUTO IDLE STOP
Shuts the engine off at a stop in order to maximize fuel efficiency\b Auto idle stop
duration varies depending on certain conditions, such as climate control operation,
IMA battery level, and outside temperature\b
How It Works
INTEGRATED MOTOR ASSIST (IMA)
Shows the status of the Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system\b
How It Works
While driving, the
engine is on\b While at a stop,
with the brake
pedal pressed, the
engine turns off\b When you take your
foot off the brake
pedal, the engine
turns back on\b
DECELERATESTOPRESTART
Note: Auto Idle Stop only functions if you come to a stop with the transmission in D or N
position.
Charge/Assist Gauge
The gauge shows you
when the IMA system is
assisting or charging the
battery\b
Note: IMA Assist operation
varies under certain conditions.
Battery Level
Gauge
This gauge shows
you the state of
charge of the
IMA battery\b
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Key Functions by Voice Command
A U D I Op\b15
C L I M A T E C O N T R O Lp\b15
N A V I G A T I O Np\b16
B L U E T O O T H®H A N D S F R E E L I N K®p\b18
V O I C E R E C O G N I T I O N ( i f e q u i p p e d )To keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel, use voice commands for
handsfree calling, navigation, audio, and climate control\b For a full list of commands, say
“Information ” and “Voice Command Help. ”
Control four different systems with the steering wheel buttons and the ceiling
microphone\b
Voice Command Tips
Press and release the HFL or Navi Talk button, wait for a beep, then give a
command\b
For a list of available HFL commands,
press and releasethe HFL Talk button
and say“Handsfree help.”
For a list of available navigation commands, press and releasethe Navi Talk
button and say“Help.”
Speak in a clear, natural voice\b
Reduce all background noise\b
Adjust the dashboard and side vents away from the microphone in the ceiling\b
Close the windows\b
HFL Talk button\b Give HFL commands or
answer incoming calls\b
Navi Talk button\b Give navigation, audio,
and climate control commands\b
Navi Back button\b Cancel a command or
return to the previous screen\b
HFL Back button\b End a call, go back to
the previous command, or cancel an
operation\b
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Press and release the Navi Talk button before you give a command\b
Commonly Used Voice Commands
Here are some examples of commonly used voice commands\b Try some of these to
familiarize yourself with the voice command system\b
Press and release the Navi Talk button before you give a command\b
Locate Points of Interest
Say a command like “Display
restaurant” to see restaurant
icons appear on the map\b
Say a command like “Display gas
stations” to see gas station icons
appear on the map\b
Get Navigation Route
Information
After a destination is entered,
say “How far to destination\f” to
hear the remaining distance\b
Say “Display entire route” to see
the routing method the system
mapped for your destination\b
Press and release the Navi Talk button before you give a command\b
Press and release the Navi Talk button before you give a command\b
Make Audio Selections
Say a command like “Radio 97.1
FM” to select that station\b
Saya command like “CD play
track 1” to hear that song on a
currently inserted CD\b
Adjust the Vehicle’s
Climate Setting
Say a command like “Air
conditioner on” to start the
air conditioning system\b
Say a command like “Fan speed
4” to adjust the fan speed\b
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Commonly Used Voice Commands (continued)
Here are some examples of commonly used voice commands\b Try some of these
to familiarize yourself with the voice command system\b
Press and release the Navi Talk button before you give a command\b
G e n e r a l C o m m a n d s(Accepted on most screens to change displays)
• Display map
• Display menu
• Information
• Display audio screen
• What time is it?
F i n d P l a c e C o m m a n d s(Accepted on Map screen)
• Find nearest:
ATM Honda dealer
gas station airport
Mexican hospital restaurant bank
post office
N a v i g a t i o n C o m m a n d s(Accepted on Map screen)
• How long/far to destination?
• Display destination
• Display entire route
D i s p l a y C o m m a n d s(Accepted on Map screen)
• Display/Hide: ATM
gas station
restaurant
post office
• Display north up/heading up
• Zoom in/out
• Go home
• Display current location
Press and release the Navi Talk button before you give a command\b
A u d i o C o m m a n d s(Accepted on most screens)
• Radio on
• Radio # FM/AM
• Radio preset 1/\f/3/4/5/6
• XM channel #
• XM preset 1/\f/3/4/5/6
• CD play
• CD play track #
• CD skip forward/back
• Auxiliary (AUX) play
S e t u p C o m m a n d s(Accepted on Setup screen)
• Brightness up/down
• Volume up/down/min/max/off
• Guidance prompts min/max/normal
C l i m a t e C o n t r o l C o m m a n d s(Accepted on most screens)
• Air conditioner on/off
• Rear defrost on/off
• Climate control recirculate/ fresh air
• Fan speed up/down
• Temperature # degrees (# = 57–87)
• Temperature max hot/cold
H e l p C o m m a n d s(Accepted on most screens)
• Help (list of available commands for current screen)
• Voice command help (from INFO screen list of all
available navigation, audio, and
climate control commands)
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N A V I G A T I O N ( i f e q u i p p e d )Realtime navigation system uses GPS and a map database to show your current
location and help guide you to a desired destination\b
Entering a Destination
Using Voice Control
Press and release the Navi Talk button before you give a command\b
Using Find Nearest Command
Try these simple steps to find a nearby point of interest, such as a gas station,
movie theater, restaurant, etc\b
Press and release the Navi Talk button before you give a command\b1\b Say “Display menu ” and“Address.”
\f\b Say “Street” followed by the
street name\b Do not include the
direction (N, S, E, W) or type
(St\b, Ave\b, Blvd\b, etc\b)\b
3\b A list of street names appears\b Say the number next to the
street you want to select\b 4\b
Say the entire street address
number\b For example, “12\b4.”
5\b If the street address is in more than one city, a list of city names
appears\b Saythe number next to
the city you want to select\b
6\b The system calculates the route and displays the “Calculate route
to” screen\b Say“OK” to set the
route\b 1\b
Say “Find nearest ATM.”
\f\b A list of the nearest ATMs in
your area is displayed by
shortest distance to destination\b
3\bSay the number next to the
destination you want to select\b
4\b The system calculates the route and displays the
“Calculate route to” screen\b
Say “OK” to set the route\b
\firection of destination
Calculated route \fistance to go
Time to go
Current vehicle
location
Map Screen
Legend
1\b17
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