HONDA CIVIC HYBRID 2012 9.G Owners Manual

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uuGauges and Multi- Information Display uMulti-Information Display
Instrument Panel
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Selecting a wallpaper
1.Press the MENU button.
2. Select Customize Settings with the /
button, then press the SOURCE button.
3. Select Display Setup with the /
button, then press the SOURCE button.
4. Select Select Wallpaper with the /
button, then press the SOURCE button.
5. Select the image file you want with the
/ button, then press the SOURCE
button.
u When the scroll is stopped, the
thumbnail is displayed.
6. Press the MENU button to exit the
customize screen.
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock.............................. 102
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................. 103
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 105
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 107
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 108
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 109
Opening and Closing the Trunk ....... 110
Security System
Immobilizer System .......................... 113
Security System Alarm ...................... 113Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 115
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch ................................. 117
Turn Signals ..................................... 118
Light Switches.................................. 118
Daytime Running Lights ................... 120
Wipers and Washers ........................ 121
Brightness Control ........................... 122
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
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Button ........................................... 123
ECON Button ................................... 123
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 124 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 125
Door Mirrors .................................... 125
Adjusting the Seats Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 126
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsInterior Lights .................................. 131
Interior Convenience Items .............. 132
Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control .... 137
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 139
* Not available on all models

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Setting the ClockClockYou can adjust the time in the clock display, using the CLOCK knob with the ignition
switch in ON
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1.Press the CLOCK knob to access the clock
adjustment mode screen.
2. Turn the CLOCK knob to adjust the hours.
3. Press the CLOCK knob. The display switches
to minute adjustment.
4. Turn the CLOCK knob to adjust the
minutes.
5. Press the CLOCK knob to complete clock
adjustment.
Models without navigation system
1Clock
You can customize the clock display to show the 12
hour clock or 24 hour clock.
2 Customize Features P. 90
The clock is automatically updated through the
navigation system, so the time does not need to be
adjusted.
Models with navigation system
CLOCK Knob

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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the DoorsKey Types and FunctionsThis vehicle comes with the following keys:Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and
to lock and unlock all the doors. You can also
use the remote transmitter to lock and unlock
all the doors and to open the trunk.
There is a panic button in the remote
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Master Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All of the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2 Immobilizer System P. 113
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to
the electronics:•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids.•Do not take the keys apa rt except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the re mote transmitter may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.

uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uKey Types and Functions
104Controls
Can be used to start and stop the engine, and
lock and unlock driver's door.
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
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Valet Key
1Valet Key
When you need to leave a key with a third party,
leave the valet key.
Gray
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Key Number Tag
1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.

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Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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Locking the doors
Press the LOCK button.
Once: uSome exterior lights will flash, all the
doors will lock, and the security system
sets.
Twice (within five seconds after the first
push):
uA beeper sounds and verifies the security
system is set.
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Unlocking the doors
Press the UNLOCK button.
Once: uSome exterior lights will flash twice, and
the driver's door unlocks.
Twice:
uThe remaining doors unlock.
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Using the Remote Transmitter
1Using the Remote Transmitter
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of
unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter,
the doors will automatically relock.
You can change the relock timer setting.
2 Customized Features P. 90
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior lights come on when you press
the UNLOCK button.
No doors opened: The lights fade out after 30
seconds.
Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off
immediately. 2 Interior Lights P. 131
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so
the operating range may vary depending on the
surroundings.
The remote will not lock the vehicle when a door is
open.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is
probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead. 2 Replacing the Battery P. 264
You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features P. 90
LED
Unlock
Button Lock
Button

uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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Fully insert the key and turn it.■
Locking the driver's and front
passenger’s door
Push the lock tab forward
a
or push the
master door lock switch in the lock direction
b
, and close the door.
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Locking the rear passenger's doors
Push the lock tab forward and close the door.
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Lockout prevention system
The doors cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch, and any door is open.
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Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
1Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door with a key, all of the
other doors lock at the same time. When unlocking,
the driver's door unlocks first. Turn the key a second
time within a few seconds to unlock the remaining
doors.
You can customize the door unlock mode setting.
2 Customized Features P. 90
Lock
Unlock
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Locking a Door Without Using a Key
1Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door, all the other doors
lock at the same time.
Make sure you have the key in your hand before
locking the door to prevent it from being locked in
the vehicle.

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Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside
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Locking a door
Push the lock tab forward.
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Unlocking a door
Pull the lock tab rearward.
Pull the front door inner handle. uThe door unlocks and opens in one
motion.
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Using the Lock Tab
1Using the Lock Tab
When you lock the door using the lock tab on the
driver's door, all of the other doors lock at the same
time.
When you unlock the door using the lock tab on the
driver's door, only the driver's door will unlock.
To Unlock Lock TabTo Lock
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Unlocking Using the Inner Handle of Front Doors
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Unlocking Using the Inner Handle of Front Doors
The inner front door handles are designed to allow
front seat occupants to open the door in one motion.
However this feature requires that front seat
occupants never pull a front door inner handle while
the vehicle is in motion.
Children should always ride in a rear seat where
childproof door locks are provided.
2 Childproof Door Locks P. 108
Inner
Handle

uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uChildproof Door Locks
108Controls
Press the master door lock switch in as shown
to lock or unlock all doors.
Childproof Door LocksThe childproof door locks prevent the rear doors from being opened from the inside
regardless of the position of the lock tab.
Slide the lever in the rear door to the lock
position, and close the door.
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When opening the door
Open the door using the outside door handle.
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Using the Master Door Lock Switch
1 Using the Master Door Lock Switch
When you lock/unlock each front door using the
master lock switch, all the other doors lock/unlock at
the same time.
To UnlockMaster Door
Lock Switch
To Lock
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Setting the Childproof Door Locks
1Childproof Door Locks
To open the door from the inside when the
childproof door lock is on, put the lock tab in the
unlock position, lower the rear window, put your
hand out of the window, and pull the outside door
handle.
LockUnlock

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uAuto Door Locking/Unlocking
Controls
Auto Door Locking/UnlockingYour vehicle locks all doors and unlocks the driver’s door automatically when a
certain condition is met.■
Drive lock mode
All doors lock when the vehicle’s speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h).
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Park unlock mode
The driver’s door unlocks when the shift lever is moved into
(P
with the brake pedal
depressed.
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Auto Door Locking
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Auto Door Unlocking
1 Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
You can turn off or change to another auto door
locking/unlocking setting using the multi-information
display.
2 Customized Features P. 90