2005 HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK child restraint

Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint
System) f ront airbags. The driver’s
airbag is stored in the center of
the steering wheel; the f ront
passenger’sairbagisstoredinthe
dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRS
AIRBAG.’’
Automatic seat belt tensioners
(see page ).
Your Airbag System includes:
Emergency backup power in case
your vehicle’s electrical system is
disconnected in a crash.an
indicator on the dashboard that
alerts you that the passenger’s
side airbag has been turned of f
(see page ).
In models with side airbags,
sensors that can detect whether a
child is in the passenger’s side
airbag path and automatically turn
the airbag of f (see page ).
A sophisticated electronic system
that continually monitors and
records inf ormation about the
sensors, the control unit, the
airbag activators, the seat belt
tensioners, and driver and f ront
passenger seat belt use when the
ignition is in the ON (II) position.
An indicator on the instrument
panel that alerts you to a possible
problem with your airbags,
sensors, or seat belt tensioners
(see page ).
In models with side airbags, one
for the driver and one for a front
passenger. The airbags are stored
in the outer edges of the seat-
backs. Both are marked ‘‘SIDE
AIRBAG’’ (see page ).
Sensors that can detect a
moderate to severe front impact,
or side impact in models with side
airbags.
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In models with side airbags,A irbag System Components
Additional Inf ormation About Your Airbags
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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Whatever type you have, f ollow
the child seat maker’s instructions
f or adjusting or tightening the f it.Lif t the rear head restraint (see
page ), then route the tether
strap over the seat-back between
the legs of the head restraint,
making sure the strap is not
twisted.
Attach the tether strap hook to the
tether anchor, then tighten the
strap as instructed by the child
seat maker.Pushandpullthechildseat
f orward and f rom side to side to
verif y that it is secure.
Other LATCH-compatible seats have
a f lexible-type connector as shown
above. 6.
5.
4. 7.
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Installing a Child Seat
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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Flexible type
TETHER STRAP HOOK
ANCHOR
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Onetetheranchorpointforeachof
the outer rear seats is located under
the cargo f loor carpet and the
tailgate sill. Pull up the carpet to
access the anchor point (outboard
anchor) when securing a tether-style
child seat to the vehicle.Since a tether can provide additional
security to the lap/shoulder belt
installation, we recommend using a
tether whenever one is required or
available.
Af ter properly securing the child
seat (see page ), lif t the head
restraint, then route the tether
strap over the seat-back and
through the head restraint legs.
Lif t the anchor point lid, then
attach the tether strap hook to the
anchor, making sure the strap is
not twisted.
Tighten the strap according to the
seat maker’s instructions.
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Installing a Child Seat
Installing a Child Seat with a
Tether Using an Outer A nchor
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TETHER ANCHOR
POINTS ANCHOR
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CONT INUED
Indicator Lights, Instrument.............................................
Panel . 51
Indicators
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ABS (Anti-Lock Brake) . 54
Brake (Parking and Brake
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System) . 53, 179
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Brake Lamp . 53
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Charging System . 52, 177
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Cruise Control . 54
DRL (Daytime Running
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Lights) . 61
.
EPS (Electric Power Steering) . 55
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High Beam . 61
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 55
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Low Fuel . 54
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Low Oil Pressure . 52, 177
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Side Airbag Of f . 52
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SRS . 27, 52
Turn Signal and Hazard
...................................
Warning . 53
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Washer Level . 54
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Inf ant Restraint . 34
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 157
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Inside Mirror . 79
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Inspection, Tire . 159
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Installing a Child Seat . 37 ..............
Instruments and Controls . 49
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Instrument Panel . 51
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 62
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Interior Convenience Items . 83
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Interior Lights . 81
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Introduction . i
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 168
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Jack, Tire . 167
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Jump Starting . 173
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Keys . 64
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Label, Certif ication . 190
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Label, Saf ety . 48
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Lane Change, Signaling . 61
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 20
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Leaking of Exhaust into Vehicle . 47
Lights
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Bulb Replacement . 145 ..........................................
Ceiling . 81
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Cargo Area . 81
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Indicator . 51
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Parking . 61
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Turn Signal . 61
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Load Limit . 118
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 66
Locks
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Anti-thef t Steering Column . 66
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Fuel Fill Door . 111
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Hatch . 67
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Low Coolant Level . 114
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Low Fuel Indicator . 54
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Lower Gear, Downshif ting to a . 124
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 52, 177
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 192
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Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 117
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Rear View Mirror . 79
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Rear Window Def ogger . 62
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Rear Window Washer . 60
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Rear Window Wiper . 60
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Reclining the Seat Backs . 71
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Recommended Shif t Points . 125
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Reminder Lights . 51
Replacement Inf ormation
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 153
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Engine Oil and Filter . 139
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Fuses . 181
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Light Bulbs . 145
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Schedule . 131
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Tires and Wheels . 160
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Wiper Blades . 154
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash . 22
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Reporting Saf ety Def ects . 204
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Reset (Select) Button . 57
Reserve Tank, Engine
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Coolant . 114, 141
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Restraint, Child . 29
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Rotation, Tire . 160
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Running Lights, Daytime . 161 ................................
Saf ety Belts . 10, 20
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 204
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Saf ety Features . 9
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Airbags . 11
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Door Locks . 12
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Head Restraints . 15
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Seat Belts . 10
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Seats and Seat-Backs . 12
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Saf ety Labels, Location of . 48
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Saf ety Messages . ii
Seat Belts, Additional
..............................
Inf ormation . 20
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 20
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Seat Belt Maintenance . 22
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Seat Belt System Components . 20
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Seat Belts . 10, 20
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Cleaning . 153
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Maintenance . 22
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Replacing Af ter a Crash . 22
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System Components . 20
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Tether Anchor Points . 42
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Use During Pregnancy . 18
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Seat, Folding Rear . 73
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Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 15 ........................
Seats, Adjusting the . 71
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Selecting a Child Seat . 36
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Select/Reset Button . 57
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Serial Number . 190
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Service Intervals . 133-134
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Service Manual . 205
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Service Station Procedures . 111
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Setting the Clock . 104
Shif ting
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The Manual Transmission . 124
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Side Airbags . 26
Side Marker Lights, Bulb
.........................
Replacement in . 147
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Signaling Turns . 61
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Snow Tires . 161
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Sound System . 90
Spare Tire
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Inf lating . 166
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Specif ications . 193
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Specif ications Charts . 192
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Speedometer . 57
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