reset HONDA CIVIC HYBRID 2012 9.G Owner's Manual

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Maintenance
12 Volt BatteryChecking the 12 Volt Battery
Check the battery condition monthly. Look at
the test indicator window and check the
terminals for corrosion.
If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Reactivating the audio system P. 144
•The clock resets.
2 Setting the Clock P. 102
•The navigation system
* is disabled.
2 Refer to the navigation system manual
Charging the BatteryDisconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle's electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (-) cab le first, and reconnect it last.
112 Volt BatteryWARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessori es contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.The test indicator's color information is on the
battery.
When you find corrosion, clean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Rinse the terminals with water. Cloth/towel dry the
battery. Coat the terminals with grease to help
prevent future corrosion.
3
WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear protective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.
Test Indicator Window
* Not available on all models

310INDEX
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 237
Viscosity .................................................. 237
Opening/Closing Hood ....................................................... 236
Power Windows ...................................... 115
Trunk....................................................... 110
Outside Temperature Display .................... 86
Overheating .............................................. 283
PPanic Mode............................................... 114
Parking ...................................................... 217
Parking Brake ............................................ 213
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 70, 287
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 51
Passing Indicators ..................................... 118
Playing Bluetooth
® Audio........................ 160
Power Flow Monitor ................................... 89
Power Windows ........................................ 115
Precautions While Driving ........................ 201
Rain ......................................................... 201
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 273
RRadiator..................................................... 243
Radio (AM/FM) .......................................... 148
Radio Data System (RDS) .......................... 150Range
.......................................................... 85
RDS (Radio Data System) ......................... 150
Readiness Code (Emissions Testing) ........ 299
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 123
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 125
Refueling .................................................. 222
Fuel Gauge................................................ 82
Gasoline .......................................... 222, 294
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 72
Regulations ............................... 211, 256, 297
Remote Transmitter ................................. 105
Replacement Battery .................................................... 263
Bulbs ....................................................... 247
Fuses ............................................... 289, 290
Tires ........................................................ 260
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 252
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 298
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 84
SSafe Driving................................................ 27
Safety Check ............................................... 31
Safety Labels ............................................... 67
Safety Message ........................................... 25
Seat ........................................................... 126
Adjusting ................................................ 126
Front Seat ............................................... 126
Seat Belts .................................................... 32 Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 36
Automatic Seat Belt
Tensioners ................. 34
Checking .................................................. 38
Fastening .................................................. 35
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt ................................................. 61
Pregnant Women...................................... 37
Reminder .................................................. 33
Warning Indicator ............................... 33, 72
Seat Heaters ............................................. 136
Security System
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 77
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 78
SEL/RESET Knob .......................................... 84
Select Lever ........................................ 18, 203
Operation ......................................... 18, 204
Releasing ................................................ 282
Won’t Move ........................................... 282
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 145
Setting the Clock ...................................... 102
Shift Lever .......................................... 18, 203
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............ 71, 204
Shifting ..................................................... 203
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 36
Side Airbags ............................................... 46
Cutoff System ........................................... 48
Off Indicator ............................................. 48
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 49
Snow Tires ................................................ 262
SOURCE Button .......................................... 90