2003 HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK headlights

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: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
Your Car at a Glance
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WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS
(P. 68/69)
HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS
(P. 70)
REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
(P. 70)
(P. 124)
HORN
TILT ADJUSTMENT
(P. 71)
HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNALS
(P. 66/68)
CRUISE CONTROL
MASTER SWITCH
(P. 124)
MIRROR CONTROLS
(P. 88)
CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS

This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your Honda. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations . 56
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Indicator Lights . 57
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Gauges . 63
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Speedometer . 63
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Odometer . 63
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Trip Meter . 63
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Fuel Gauge . 64
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Tachometer . 64
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Temperature Gauge . 64
Controls Near the Steering .......................................
Wheel . 65
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Headlights . 66
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Daytime Running Lights . 67
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 67
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Turn Signals . 68
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Windshield Wipers . 68
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Windshield Washers . 69
Rear Window Wiper and
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Washer . 69
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Hazard Warning . 70
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Rear Window Def ogger . 70
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Steering Wheel Adjustment . 71
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Keys and Locks . 72
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Keys . 72
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Ignition Switch . 72
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Immobilizer System . 74 ......................
Power Door Locks . 75
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Remote Transmitter . 76
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Hatch . 80
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Seat Adjustments . 81
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Front Seat Adjustments . 81
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Head Restraints . 82
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Rear Seat Access . 82
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Folding Rear Seat . 83
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Cargo Area Cover . 84
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Power Windows . 85
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Moonroof . 87
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Mirrors . 88
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Parking Brake . 89
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Glove Box . 90
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Beverage Holders . 90
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Console Compartment . 92
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Coat Hook . 92
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Accessory Power Socket . 92
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Vanity Mirror . 93
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Interior Lights . 93
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Ceiling Lights . 93
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Spotlights . 94
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Cargo Area Light . 94
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols 55

This light has two f unctions:This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch ON (II). It
is a reminder to check the parking
brake. Driving with the parking
brake not f ully released can
damage the brakes and tires.
If the indicator remains lit after
you have f ully released the
parking brake while the engine is
running, or if it comes on while
driving, it can indicate a problem
in the brake system. For complete
inf ormation, see page . See page .
The lef t or right turn signal light
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If the light does not blink or
blinks rapidly, it usually means one
of the turn signal bulbs is burned out
(see page ). Replace the bulb as
soon as possible, since other drivers
cannot see that you are signaling.
This light comes on if the hatch is
not closed tightly. This indicator lights when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (II) with
the headlight switch of f and the
parking brake set. It should go of f if
youturnontheheadlightsorrelease
the parking brake. If it comes on at
any other time, it means there is a
problem with the DRL. There may
also be a problem with the high
beam headlights.
This light comes on with the high
beam headlights. See page f or
inf ormation on the headlight
controls.
WhenyouturnontheHazard
Warning switch, both turn signal
lights blink. All turn signals on the
outside of the vehicle should f lash.
On Canadian model, this indicator
comes on with reduced brightness
when the Daytime Running Lights
(DRL) are on (see page ).
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Canadian model only
Indicator L ights
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Parking Brake
and Brake
System
Indicator
Malf unction Indicator
Lamp
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Hatch-open Indicator ‘‘Daytime Running
Lights’’ Indicator
High Beam Indicator
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U.S. Canada

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Thetwoleversonthesteering
column contain controls f or driving
f eatures you use most of ten. The lef t
lever controls the turn signals,
headlights, and high beams. The
right lever controls the windshield
washers and wipers.
The tilt adjustment lever on the
underside of the steering column
allows you to tilt the steering wheel.
To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Inst rument s and Cont rols65
HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNALS
(P. 66/68)
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/
WASHERS
(P. 68/69) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER
(P. 70)
MIRROR CONTROLS
(P. 88) TILT ADJUSTMENT
(P. 71)HORN
(P. 70)
HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS

The rotating switch on the lef t lever
controls the lights. Turning this
switch to the ‘‘ ’’ position turns
on the parking lights, taillights,
instrument panel lights, side-marker
lights, and rear license plate lights.
Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’
position turns on the headlights.If you leave the lights on with the
ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I)
or LOCK (0), you will hear a
reminder beeper when you open the
driver’s door.
To change f rom low beams to high
beams, push the turn signal lever
f orward until you hear a click. The
blue high beam indicator will light
(see page ). To return to low
beams, pull the turn signal lever
back.59
Headlights
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
66

Adjust the outside mirrors with the
adjustment switch on the driver’s
side of the dashboard:Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Move the selector switch to L
(driver’s side) or R (passenger’s
side). Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to move the
mirrorright,left,up,ordown.
When you f inish, move the
selector switch to the center (off)
position. This turns of f the
adjustment switch so you can’t
move a mirror out of position by
accidentally bumping the switch.
Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrors
clean and adjusted f or best visibility.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors bef ore
you start driving.
The inside mirror has day and night
positions. The night position reduces
glare f rom headlights behind you.
Flip the tab on the bottom edge of
the mirror to select the day or night
position. 3.
1. 2. 4.
Adjusting the Power MirrorsMirrors
Mirrors
Inst rument s and Cont rols
88 TAB
SELECTOR SWITCHADJUSTMENT SWITCH

µ
µ Being able to see
clearly in all directions and being
visible to other drivers are important
in all weather conditions. This is
more difficult in bad weather. To be
seen more clearly during daylight
hours, turn on your headlights.
Inspect your windshield wipers and
washers f requently. Keep the wind-
shield washer reservoir f ull of the
proper f luid. Have the windshield
wiper blades replaced if they start to
streak the windshield or leave parts
unwiped. Use the def rosters and air
conditioning to keep the windows
f rom f ogging up on the inside (see
page ).
Exercise extra caution when driving
in rain af ter a long dry spell. Af ter
months of dry weather, the f irst
rains bring oil to the surf ace of the
roadway, making it slippery.
Rain, f og, and snow conditions re-
quire a dif f erent driving technique
because of reduced traction and
visibility. Keep your car well-
maintained and exercise greater
caution when you need to drive in
bad weather. Always drive
slower than you would in dry
weather. It takes your car longer to
react, even in conditions that may
seem just barely damp. Apply
smooth, even pressure to all the
controls. Abrupt steering wheel
movements or sudden, hard appli-
cation of the brakes can cause loss of
control in wet weather. Be extra
cautious f or the f irst f ew miles
(kilometers) of driving while you
adjust to the change in driving
conditions. This is especially true in
snow. A person can f orget some
snow-driving techniques during the
summer months. Practice is needed
to relearn those skills. 101
CONT INUED
Visibility
Driving T echnique
Driving in Bad Weather
Driving 151

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Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the page given.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
youfillthefueltank.Seepage .Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page
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Windshield washer f luid Check
the level in the reservoir monthly.
If weather conditions cause you to
use the washers f requently, check
the reservoir each time you stop
f or f uel. See page . Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
turn signals, brake lights, and
license plate lights monthly. See
page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page . 132
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Owner Maintenance Checks
Maint enance 165