automatic transmission HONDA CIVIC SEDAN 2013 Owner's Manual (in English)

Visual Index
4
Quick Reference Guide
❙Door Mirror Controls (P 126)
❙Passenger's Front Airbag
(P 40)
❙Parking Brake (P 241)
❙Glove Box (P 136)
❙Rearview Mirror (P 126)
❙Accessory Power Socket
(P 139)
❙Shift Lever
Automatic Transmission
(P 227)
Manual Transmission
(P 229)
❙Hood Release Handle (P 267)
❙Fuel Fill Door Release Handle (P 248)
❙Driver’s Pocket
❙Trunk Release (P 109)
❙Power Door Lock Master Switch* (P 104)
❙Power Window Switches (P 114)
❙Auxiliary Input Jack (P 151)
❙Interior Fuse Box (P 342)
❙Driver's Front Airbag (P 40)

16
Quick Reference Guide
Driving (P 213)
2
1
D3
P
R
N
DRelease Button
Shift Lever
Depress the brake pedal and press the
release button to move out of
(P.
Move the shift lever without
pressing the release button.
Press the release button to
move the shift lever.
Manual Transmission* (P 229)
Automatic Transmission* (P 227)
● Shift to
(P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.
● Shifting
Park
Turn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked.
Reverse
Neutral
Transmission is not locked.
Drive
Normal driving.
Drive (D3)
Used when:
•Going up or down hills
•Towing a trailer in hilly terrain
Second
Used to increase engine braking
(the transmission is locked in 2nd gear)
First
Used to further incr ease engine braking
(the transmission is locked in 1st gear)

91
uuGauges and Displays uintelligent Multi-Info rmation Display (i-MID)*
Continued
Instrument Panel
*1:Default Setting
*2:Default Setting for automatic transmission
*3:Default Setting for manual transmission
Setup Group Customizable Features
Description Selectable settings
Customize
Settings Door
SetupAuto Door
Lock
Changes the setting for
the automatic locking
feature. Off
/With Vehicle Speed
*1/
Shift from P
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
*1/
All Doors
Auto Door
Unlock Changes the setting for
when the doors unlock
automatically. Off
/Driver Door with Shift to P
*2/
All Doors with Shift to P /Driver
Door with IGN Off
*3/ All Doors
with IGN Off
Keyless Lock
Acknowledg-
ment LOCK/UNLOCK- The exterior lights flash.
LOCK (2nd push)- Th
e beeper sounds. On
*1/
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. 90sec
/60sec /30sec
*1
Default
All Cancels/Resets all the customized settings
asdefault. Cancel
Reset All Defaults

105
uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uAuto Door Locking/Unlocking*
Controls
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking*
Your 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 sp eed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h).
■Park unlock mode
The driver’s door unlocks when the shift lever is moved into
(P with the brake pedal
depressed.
■Ignition switch unlock mode
The driver’s door unlocks when the ignition switch is moved out of ON
(w.
The settings can be changed to unlock all doors.
■Auto Door Locking
■Auto Door Unlocking
1 Auto Door Locking/Unlocking*
You can turn off or change to another auto door
locking/unlocking setting using the master door lock
switch.
2 Customizing the Auto Door Locking/
Unlocking Setting
* P. 106
You can turn off or change to another auto door
locking/unlocking setting using the i-MID. 2 Customized Features P. 85
Models without i-MID
Models with i-MID
Models with automatic transmission
Models with manual transmission
* Not available on all models

106
uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uCustomizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting*
Controls
Customizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting*
You can customize the auto door locking/unlocking setting to your liking using the master door lock switch.
■Auto door locking
■Auto door unlocking
*1: Default setting
*2: Default setting for automatic transmission models
*3: Default setting for manual transmission models
■List of the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Customizable Options
ModeDescription
Drive Lock Mode*1All doors lock when the vehicle’s speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h).
Park Lock ModeAll doors lock when the sh ift lever is moved out of (P.
OffThe auto door locking is deactivated all the time.
ModeDescription
Park Unlock Mode
Driver’s door unlocks*2All doors unlock
When the shift lever is moved into (P with the brake pedal depressed.
Ignition Switch Unlock
ModeDriver’s door unlocks*3All doors unlock
When the ignition switch is moved out of ON (w.
OffThe auto door unlocking is deactivated all the time.
Models with
automatic transmission
Models with
automatic transmission
* Not available on all models

107
uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uCustomizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting*
Continued
Controls
*1: Default setting
■Customizing Flow for Auto Door Locking Options
StepsDrive Lock Mode*1Park Lock ModeOff
1
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever out of
(P.
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever to (P.
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever to
(P.
2Close the driver’s door.Open the driver’s door.
3Turn the ignition switch to ON (w.Turn the ignition switch to ON (w.
4
Press and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door for more
than five seconds. Re lease the switch after you hear a click twice.
Press and hold the front of the master
door lock switch on the driver’s door for
more than five seconds . Release the switch
after you hear one click.
5Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY (q within 20 seconds.
u Customization is completed.
Models with automatic transmission
Models with automatic transmissionModels with automatic transmission

108
uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uCustomizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting*
Controls
*1: Default setting for manual transmission models
*2: Default setting for automatic transmission models
■Customizing Flow for Auto Door Unlocking Options
Steps
Ignition Switch Unlock ModePark Unlock ModeOffTo unlock driver’s
door*1To unlock all doorsTo unlock driver’s door*2To unlock all doors
1Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever out of
(P.
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever to (P.
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever to
(P.
2Close the driver’s door.Open the driver’s door.
3Turn the ignition switch to ON (w.Turn the ignition switch to ON (w.
4
Press and hold the rear of the mast er door lock switch on the driver’s door for mo re than five seconds. You will hear a click t wice.
5Release the switch.Keep pressing the switch
for another five seconds
to hear one more click.Release the switch.Keep pressing the switch
for another five seconds
to hear one more click.Release the switch.
6Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY (q within 20 seconds.
u Customization is completed.
Models with automatic transmission
Models with automatic transmissionModels with automatic transmission

117
Controls
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch
1Ignition Switch
You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is
in
(P.
If you open the driver's door when the key is in LOCK
(0 or ACCESSORY (q, a warning buzzer will sound
to remind you to take the key out.
When this happens, the following messages appear
on the i-MID
*:•In LOCK (0: REMOVE KEY.•In ACCESSORY (q: RETURN IGNITI ON SWITCH
TO LOCK (0) POSITION The buzzer will stop when
you take the key out.
If the key won't turn from LOCK
(0 to ACCESSORY (q, turn the key while moving the steering wheel left
and right. The steering wheel will unlock, allowing
the key to turn.
3WARNING
Removing the key from the ignition switch
while driving locks the steering. This can
cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
Remove the key from the ignition switch
only when parked.
Manual transmission models
Automatic transmission models
All models
( 0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this
position.
(q ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and
other accessories in this position.
(w ON: This is the position when driving.
(e START: This position is for starting the engine.
The switch returns to ON (w when you let go of
the key.
* Not available on all models

213
Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving
Driving Preparation .......................... 214
Maximum Load Limit........................ 217
Towing a Trailer
Towing Preparation .... ...................... 219
Driving Safely with a Trailer .............. 221
Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 222
When Driving
Starting the Engine .......................... 223
Precautions While Driv ing................. 225
Automatic Transmission ................... 226
Shifting .......................................... 227
Automatic transmission models
Shifting .......................................... 229
ECON Button*................................. 232
Cruise Control*............................... 233VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC
(Electronic Stability Control), System ...... 236
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ... 238
Tire Pressure Monito ring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Expl anation ......... 239
Braking
Brake System ................................... 241
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........... 243
Brake Assist System.......................... 244
Manual transmission modelsParking Your Vehicle
When Stopped ................................ 245
Rearview Camera
*............................ 246
Refueling
Fuel Information .............................. 247
How to Refuel ................................. 248
Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Econom y .................. 250
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 251
Modifications................................... 251
* Not available on all models

221
uuTowing a Trailer uDriving Safely with a Trailer
Continued
Driving
Driving Safely with a Trailer
• Have the trailer properly serviced and keep it in good condition.
• Make sure that all the weights and load in the vehicle and trailer are within limits.
2 Towing Load Limits P. 219
•Securely attach the hitch, safety chains, and other necessary parts to the trailer.
• Securely store all the items in and on the trailer so that they do not shift while
driving.
• Check if the lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly.
• Check the pressures of the trail er tires, including the spare.
• Drive slower than normal.
• Obey posted speed limits fo r vehicles with trailers.
• Use the
(D position when towing a trailer on level roads.
• Turn more slowly and with a wider turning arc than normal.
• Allow more time and distance for braking.
• Do not brake or turn suddenly.
■Things You Need To Know Before Towing a Trailer
■Towing Speeds and Gears
■Turning and Braking
1Driving Safely with a Trailer
Parking
In addition to the normal precautions, place wheel
chocks at each of the trailer's tires.
Automatic transmission models