2003 HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK mirror

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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

Control L ocations
Inst rument s and Cont rols
56 MIRROR CONTROLS
(P. 88)
POWER DOOR LOCK
SWITCH
(P. 75)
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
(P. 85)
FUEL FILL DOOR
RELEASE
(P. 129)
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
(P. 130) M/T
GAUGES
(P. 63)
HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS
(P. 96) AUDIO SYSTEM
(P. 104)
(P. 144)

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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

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

To apply the parking brake, pull the
lever up f ully. To release it, pull up
slightly, push the button, and lower
the lever. The parking brake light on
the instrument panel should go out
when the parking brake is f ully
released (see page ).
The outside mirrors are heated to re-
move fog and frost. With the ignition
switchON(II),turnontheheaters
by pressing the button. The light in
the button comes on as a reminder.
Press the button again to turn the
heaters of f .
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On Canadian model
Mirrors, Parking Brake
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Parking Brake
89
HEATED MIRROR BUTTON
PARKING BRAKE LEVER Driving the vehicle with the parking
brake applied can damage the rear
brakes and axles.

CONT INUED
Touseavanitymirroronthebackof
the sun visor, pull up the cover.Each ceiling light has a three-
position switch. In the OFF position,
the light does not come on. In the
center position, the ceiling light
comes on when you open either door.
Af ter both doors are closed tightly,
the light goes out. In the ON position,
the ceiling light stays on
continuously.
Vanity Mirror, Interior Lights
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Ceiling L ights
Vanity Mirror
93
VANITY MIRROR
FRONT
DOOR ACTIVATED
OFF
ON CENTER
DOOR ACTIVATED ON
OFF

Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice.Check the adjustment of the seat
(see page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Check the indicator lights in the
instrument panel.
Start the engine (see page ).
Check the gauges and indicator
lights in the instrument panel (see
page ).
Check that any items you may be
carrying with you inside are stored
properly or f astened down
securely.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure.
Check that the hood and hatch are
f ully closed. Make sure the doors are securely
closed and locked.
Check the adjustment of the
steering wheel (see page ).
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have f astened
their seat belts (see page ).
Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments every day bef ore
you drive your car. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.9.
10. 11. 12.
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Preparing to Drive
Driving
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