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2012 Honda C iv ic Sedan DX3 1 TR3A00 Techno logy Reference Gu ide00X3 1 - TR3 -A000 ©2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. — All Rights Reserved P r i n t e d i n U . S . A .

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Owner Link ................................................................................................................7

Safety Reminder ........................................................................................................8

Fuel Recommendation.............................................................................................8

Instrument Panel Indicators ...................................................................................2

Econ Button/Ambient Meter..................................................................................4

Information Display ..................................................................................................5

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)...........................................................6

T ECHNOLOGY REF ERENCE GU IDE

TheTechnology Reference Guide is designed to help you get

acquainted with your new Honda and provide basic

instructions on some of its technology and convenience

features. This guide covers the Civic Sedan DX.

This guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s

Manual. For complete information on vehicle controls and

operation, please refer to the respective sections in the

Owner’s Manual.

Civic Sedan LX shown on coverDX equipped with air conditioning and audio system shown throughout guide

ECONBUTTON p. 4

INSTRUMENTPANEL p. 2

INFORMATIONDISPLAY p. 5

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Malfunction IndicatorsIf an indicator remains on, there may be a problem; see your dealer

On/Off Indicators

Condition IndicatorsAction is needed by driver

SIDE AIRBAG OFF

1st detent: parking lights on2nd detent: headlights on

Turn signals/hazards on

ECON on High beams on

Charging system

Low brake fluid, Brake system

Low oil pressure

ABS (anti-lock brake system)

DRL (daytime running lights)

TPMS (tire pressure monitoring system)SRS (supplemental restraint system)

EPS (electric power steering) Low temperature

Parking brake on:Release

Door/Trunk open:Close door(s) / trunk

Low fuel:RefillLow tire pressure:Add air

High temperature:Drive slowly or pull over

Maintenance MinderTM:Make dealer appointment

INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS Briefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators are most critical.Blue and green indicators are used for general information.

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Malfunction indicator lamp(check engine light)

Seat belt reminder:Fasten seat belt(s)

ImmobilizerFlashes: improperly coded key;use correct key

PASSENGERAIRBAG

OFF

PASSENGERAIRBAGOFF(next to multi-information display)

Transmission (blinking)(automatic transmission)D

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Accessing the Information Display

mpg

milesmiles

AVG

TRIPA

CLOCK

A

Average fuel A, Trip meter A,Odometer

mpg

milesmiles

AVG

TRIPB

CLOCK

B

Average fuel B, Trip meter B,Odometer

miles

CLOCKmpg

%

OIL LIFE

AVGA

Average fuel A, Oil life,Odometer

milesmiles

TRIP

CLOCKRANGE

miles

A

Range, Trip meter A,Odometer

Information Displays

INFORMATION DISPLAY

Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.

mpg

milesmiles

AVG

TRIPA

CLOCK

A

When you start the engine, theinformation display shows yourlast active selection from theprevious drive cycle.

To toggle between the differentdisplays, press and release theSEL/RESET button repeatedly.

Turning the ECON Mode On/Off

Helps you further maximize your fuel economy by modifying some vehicle functions.

ECON BUTTON

When turned on, the vehicle’s engine performance, transmission, and air conditioningsystem are adjusted for maximum fuel economy.

AMBIENT METER

Indicates instant fuel efficiency using color-coded bars.

2.The ECON mode indicatorcomes on.

Ambient Meter Color-Coded Bars

mph mph mph

High fuel efficiency Moderate fuel efficiency Low fuel efficiency

1.Press ECON.

3.Press ECON again to turn thesystem off.

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What to Do

How It Works

T IRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)

Monitors the vehicle’s tire pressures.

1.Visually inspect the tires fordamage.

2.Use a tire air pressure gauge tocheck which tire(s) have lowpressure.

3. Inflate the tire(s), if necessary,to the recommended pressureslisted on the label on thedriver’s doorjamb.

When the tire pressure dropssignificantly below recommendedlevels, the low tire pressureindicator comes on.

If theTPMS indicator appears, theremay be a problem with the system.See your dealer.

Civic Sedan LX shown

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OWNER L INK

Owner Link allows you to explore features and technologies specific to your vehicle,schedule service appointments, obtain and update maintenance and service records,manage your financial services account, and access other useful information. Registerat www.owners.honda.com to ensure that you continue to enjoy the experience ofowning a Honda.

Each tire valve stem containsa TPMS sensor.

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SAFETY REMINDER

Your vehicle is equipped with airbags. Airbags do not replace seat belts; they add tothe protection offered by seat belts. Airbags can help protect you in some types ofcollisions, but they do not provide protection in all collisions.

Always make sure you and your passengers wear seat belts, and that young childrenare properly secured in a child seat or booster in the rear seat. Never place an infantseat in the front passenger’s seat as the force of a deploying airbag can seriouslyinjure an infant.

FUEL RECOMMENDAT ION

• Only use unleaded gasoline of 87 octane or higher.• Some gasoline in North America contains MMT, a manganese-based fuel additive.Prolonged and consistent use of gasoline containing MMT can deteriorate yourvehicle’s performance, fuel economy, and the emissions control system. Always useMMT-free gasoline if available. Failures caused by use of gasoline containing MMTmay not be covered under warranty.

• “TOPTIER Detergent Gasoline” meets a new gasoline standard jointly establishedby leading automotive manufacturers to meet the needs of today's advancedengines. In most cases, qualifying gasoline retailers will identify their gasoline ashaving met “TOPTIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. Thisfuel is guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free ofmetallic additives. This helps avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emissioncontrol system. Because the level of detergency and harmful metallic additives(such as MMT) in gasoline vary in the market, Honda endorses the use of “TOPTIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help maintain the performance andreliability of your vehicle. For more information, visit www.toptiergas.com.

• For further important information on fuel and lubricants for your car andinformation on gasoline that does not contain MMT, contact your dealer or visitOwner Link at www.owners.honda.com.

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