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Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of the Civic Hybrid. You may
find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner's manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 27
For Safe Driving P. 28 Seat Belts P. 32 Airbags P. 39
2Instrument Panel P. 69
Indicators P. 70 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 82
2Controls P. 101
Setting the Clock P. 102 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 103
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 117
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 131
2Features P. 141
Audio System P. 142 Audio System Basic Operation* P. 145
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 167
2 Driving P. 191
Before Driving P. 192 Towing a Trailer P. 197
Refueling P. 222 Fuel Economy P. 225
2Maintenance P. 227
Before Performing Maintenance P. 228 Maintenance Minder™ P. 231
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 252
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 265
2Handling the Unexpected P. 271
Tools P. 272 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 273
Overheating P. 283 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 285
2Information P. 293
Specifications P. 294 Identification Numbers P. 296
Emissions Testing P. 299 Warranty Coverages P. 301
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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
System
Message
Indicator
●
Comes on along with a beep when a
problem is detected. A system message on
the multi-information display appears at
the same time.
●
While the indicator is on, press the
(display/information) button to
see the message again.
●
Refer to the Indicators information in
this chapter when a system message
appears on the multi-information
display. Take the appropriate action for
the message.
●
The multi-information display does not
return to the normal screen unless the
warning is canceled, or the button
is pressed.
—
IMA System
Indicator
●
Comes on for a few seconds when you
turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
.
●
Comes on if there is a problem with the
IMA system.
●
Remains on or does not come on at
all - Avoid high speed driving and have
the vehicle checked by a dealer as soon
as possible.
2 If the IMA Indicator Comes On
P. 288
Turn Signal
Indicators
●
The turn signal indicators blink when you
operate the turn signal lever.
●
If you press the hazard warning button,
both indicators and all turn signals blink at
the same time.
●
Does not blink or blinks rapidly - A
turn signal light bulb has blown.
Change the bulb immediately.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs
P. 249, 250
—
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uuGauges and Multi-Information Display uMulti-Information Display
Continued
Instrument Panel
Multi-Information DisplayThe multi-information display shows the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature
indicator, and other gauges.
It also displays important messages such as warnings and other helpful information.
Press the (display/information) button or the (SEL/RESET) knob to change
the display.■
Switching the Display
Display/
Information
Button Fuel Consumption
Power Flow Monitor
Full Size Analogue Clock/Wallpaper
Audio/HFL Display
Black Screen
Eco Assist Scoring
(Real-Time Score)/
Eco Guide Feedback
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uuGauges and Multi-Information Display uMulti-Information Display
Instrument Panel
Shows the estimated average fuel economy of each trip meter in mpg or l/100 km.
The display is updated at set intervals. When a trip meter is reset, the average fuel
economy is also reset.
Shows the estimated distance you can travel on the remaining fuel. This distance is
estimated from the fuel economy of your trips in the past.
Shows the time elapsed since the last time Trip A or Trip B was reset.
Shows the average speed in mph or km/h since the last time Trip A or Trip B was
reset.
Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance Minder
TM.
2 Maintenance Minder
TM P. 231
■
Average Fuel Economy
■
Range
■
Elapsed Time
■
Average Speed
■
Engine Oil Life
1Average Fuel Economy
You can choose to reset either Trip A or average fuel
economy A when you refuel.
2 Customized Features P. 901Range
You can choose an item to be displayed in the fuel
consumption screen. Range, elapsed time, or average
speed can be selected.
2 Customized Features P. 901Elapsed Time
You can change the elapsed time reset criteria.
2 Customized Features P. 90
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uuGauges and Multi-Information Display uMulti-Information Display
Continued
Instrument Panel
■
Real-Time score
The Eco assist scoring system is a point system
you can use to monitor your driving style and
its impact on fuel economy. Points are
represented by leaf icons on the multi-
information display. Leaves are:
• Accumulated when your driving style is fuel
efficient.
• Deducted when your style is not fuel
efficient.
■
Reset the system
To clear all leaves and lifetime points, complete step 5 through 7 within 30 seconds,
and do not run the engine.
1. The shift lever must be in
(P
.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
.
3. If the ECON mode is on, press the ECON button to turn it off.
4. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0
.
5. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
again.
6. Depress the brake pedal twice.
u The ambient meter color changes from blue to green.
u When the Fuel Efficiency Backlight setting on the multi-information display
is off, the color stays in blue.
7. Press the ECON mode button twice.
u The ambient meter color turns off.
8. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0
.
■
Eco Assist Scoring (Real-Time Score)/Eco Guide FeedbackLeaf
ICON 1st Stage
2nd Stage3rd Stage
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Instrument Panel
*1: Not available on all models
*2: Default Setting
*3: Refer to the navigation system manual for complete details.Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable settings
Customize
Settings Display
SetupSelect
Wallpaper
Select the full-size analogue clock or the wallpaper.
Clock/Image 1/Image 2/
Image 3
Import
Wallpaper Import an image file for a new wallpaper. Three images can be stored.
2
Importing wallpapers
from USB P. 97
Delete
Wallpaper Delete an image file for a wallpaper. Image 1/Image 2/Image 3
Trip Meter
Item to
Display Select an item to be displayed along with average
fuel economy.
Range
*2/Elapsed Time/
Average Speed
Welcome
Screen Select whether the welcome screen comes on or
not when you
turn the ignition switch to ON . On
*2/Off
Color Theme Changes the color of the screen. Blue*2/Red/Amber/Gray
Turn by Turn
Display
*1, *3
Select whether the turn-by-turn display comes on
or not during the route guidance. On
*2/Off
Language
Selection Changes the displayed language. English
*2/Francais/Español
II
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Continued
Instrument Panel
*: Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable settings
Customize
Settings Trip
Computer
SetupAdjust
Outside Temp.
Display
Adjusts the temperature reading by a few degrees.
-5°F ~ ±0°F
* ~ +5°F (U.S.)
-3°C ~ ±0°C* ~ +3°C (Canada)
Trip A Reset
with Refuel Set Trip A and the average fuel economy to reset
when you refuel.
On/Off
*
Display
km/milesChanges the displayed measurement on the multi-
information display and instant fuel economy
gauge. In Auto, these measurements change in
accordance with a change made to the
speedometer measurement.
Auto
*/km/miles
Fuel Efficiency
Backlight Turns the ambient meter feature on and off. On
*/Off
Lighting
SetupInterior Light
Dimming Time
Changes the length of time the interior lights stay
on after you close the doors.
60 sec/30 sec
*/15 sec
Headlight
Auto Off
Timer Changes the length of time the exterior lights stay
on after you close the driver’s door.
60 sec/30 sec/15 sec
*/0 sec
Auto Light
Sensitivity Changes the timing for the headlights to come on. Max/High/Mid
*/Low/Min
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Instrument Panel
*: Default SettingSetup Group Customizable Features DescriptionSelectable settings
Customize
Settings Door
SetupAuto Door
Lock
Changes the setting for the automatic locking
feature. Off/With Vehicle Speed
*/
Shift from
Door Lock
Mode Sets up either the driver’s door or all doors to unlock
on the first operation of the remote or ignition key.
Driver Door
*/All Doors
Auto Door
UnlockChanges the setting fo
r when the doors unlock
automatically. Off/
Driver Door with Shift to
*/
All Doors with Shift to /
Driver Door with IGN Off/
All Doors with IGN Off
Keyless Lock
Acknowledgment
LOCK/UNLOCK- The exterior lights flash.
LOCK (2nd push)- The beeper sounds. On
*/Off
Security
Relock Timer Changes the time it takes for the doors to relock and
the security system to set after you unlock the
vehicle without opening any door.
90 sec/60 sec/30 sec
*
Default
AllCancels/Resets all the customized settings as
default. Cancel
Reset All Defaults
P
P
P
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Continued
Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
■
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.
■
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.
■
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
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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
114Controls
■
Setting the securi ty system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
• The ignition switch is in LOCK
(0
, and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
• The hood and trunk are closed.
• All doors are locked with the key or the remote transmitter.
■
When the security system alarm sets
The security system indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the blinking
interval changes after about 15 second s, the security system is set.
■
To cancel the security system alarm
The security system is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key or remote
transmitter, or the ignition switch is turned to ON
(w
. The security system indicator
goes off at the same time.
■
The panic button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the panic button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds:
• The horn sounds.
• Some exterior lights flash.
■
Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
.
■
Panic Mode
1 Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:•Unlocking the door with the lock tab.•Opening the trunk with th e trunk release or the
emergency trunk opener.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key or remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.
Panic
Button