2008 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID door lock

With the system set, you can still
open the trunk with the master key
or the remote transmitter without
triggering the alarm. The alarm will
sound if the trunk lock is f orced, or
the trunk is opened with the trunk
release handle.
The security system will not set if
the hood, trunk, or any door is not
f ully closed. If the system will not set,
check the door and trunk open
indicators on the instrument panel
(see page ) to see if the doors and
trunk are f ully closed. Since it is not
part of the monitor display, manually
check the hood.To see if the system is set
af ter you exit the vehicle, press the
LOCK button on the remote
transmitter within 5 seconds. If the
system is set, the horn will beep
once.
The security system helps to protect
your vehicle and valuables f rom thef t.
The horn sounds and a combination
of headlights (low beam), parking
lights, side marker lights, and
taillights f lash if someone attempts
to break into your vehicle or remove
the radio. This alarm continues f or 2
minutes, then it stops. To reset an
alarming system before the 2
minutes have elapsed, unlock the
driver’s door with the key or the
remote transmitter.
The security system automatically
sets 15 seconds after you lock the
doors, hood, and trunk. For the
system to activate, you must lock the
doors f rom the outside with the key,
driver’s lock tab, door lock master
switch, or remote transmitter. The
security system indicator on the
instrument panel starts blinking
immediately to show you the system
is setting itself .
Once the security system is set,
opening any door, the trunk, or the
hood without using the key or the
remote transmitter will cause it to
alarm. It also alarms if the radio is
removed f rom the dashboard or the
wiring is cut.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it.60
Security System
Features
169
NOTE:
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
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Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice.Check that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
f astened down securely.
Check the seat adjustment (see
page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Check the steering wheel
adjustment (see page ).
Make sure the doors are securely
closed and locked.Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have f astened
their seat belts (see page ).
Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments bef ore you drive
your vehicle.
When you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicators in the
instrument panel (see page ).
Check that the hood and trunk are
f ully closed.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure (see page ).
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2.
3.
8.
7.
6. 14
9.
4.
5.
57
10.
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Preparing to Drive
190
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If you open the driver’s door when
Auto Stop is active, the indicator will
blink and you will hear a continuous
beep. The beep will stop when you
close the door.
With the driver’s door open, you will
hear a continuous beep even if the
Auto Idle Stop f unction is
deactivated and the engine restarts.
Always turn the ignition switch to
the LOCK (0) position and remove
the key if you are getting out of the
vehicle.
The indicator blinks as a reminder
that the engine has stopped because
of the Auto Idle Stop f unction. You
cannot restart the engine with the
ignition switch when this indicator is
blinking.
A uto Idle Stop Indicator
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Driving
197
AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR
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Make sure the windows are closed.
Turn of f the lights.
Place any packages, valuables, etc.,
in the trunk or take them with you.If the vehicle is f acing downhill,
turn the front wheels toward the
curb.
Make sure the parking brake is
f ully released bef ore driving away.
Driving with the parking brake
partially set can overheat or
damage the rear brakes.
Lock the doors.
Check the indicator on the
instrument panel to verif y that the
security system is set.
Never park over dry leaves, tall
grass, or other f lammable
materials. The hot three way
catalytic converter could cause
these materials to catch on fire.
If the vehicle is f acing uphill, turn
the front wheels away from the
curb.
Set the parking brake bef ore you put
the transmission in Park. This keeps
the vehicle from moving and putting
pressure on the parking mechanism
in the transmission.
Always use the parking brake when
you park your vehicle. Make sure
the parking brake is set f irmly, or
your vehicle may roll if it is parked
on an incline.
Parking T ips
Parking
198
Never install a sunshade between the
upper and lower meters on the
instrument panel. If you do, you could
cause heat damage to the upper meter
on a very hot day.
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Fill the f uel tank.
If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than 1
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Park.
Block the rear wheels. If the vehicle is to be stored f or a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).
Disconnect the 12 volt battery.
Support the f ront wiper blade
arms with a f olded towel or rag so
they do not touch the windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and trunk seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and trunk seals.
Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
f rom a porous material such as
cotton. Non-porous materials, suchas plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
Reconnect the 12 volt battery and
drive your vehicle every month f or
about 30 minutes. This will keep
the IMA battery charged and in
good condition.
If possible, periodically run the
engine until it reaches f ull
operating temperature (the
cooling f ans cycle on and of f
twice). Pref erably, do this once a
month.
Vehicle Storage
240
If this vehicle is unused f or over one
month, the service lif e of the 158V
Nickel-Metal Hydride battery will be
reduced and the battery may be
permanently damaged.
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No. No. No.
Circuits Protected Circuits Protected
Circuits Protected
Amps. Amps. Amps.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16 17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
ODS
MET ER
SRS
Right Headlight High Beam
Left Headlight High Beam
Small (Interior)
Small (Exterior)
Right Headlight Low Beam Left Headlight Low Beam
Headlight High Main
Small (Main)
Not Used
Headlight Low Main
(HAC)
STS
Not Used
Door Lock
Driver’s Power Window
Not Used
Rear ACC Socket
ACC
Passenger’s Power Window
Not Used
Right Rear Power Window
Left Rear Power Window
Not Used
ACC Radio
HAC
Daytime Running Light
Wiper
Power Window
Fuel Pump
IG1 ACG
ABS Unit
Not Used
Not Used
TPMS
Not Used
7.5 A
15 A
10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 7.5 A
7.5 A
10 A
10 A
10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 10 A 10 A
20 A
15 A
20 A
(7.5 A)
(7.5 A)
20 A
20 A
(15 A) 15 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
7.5 A 10 A
7.5 A 30 A
: If equipped
Fuse Locations
262
INTERIOR FUSE BOX
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CONT INUED
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Accessories .182
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
.......................................
Position) .79
...............
Accessory Power Socket .99
....................
Additives, Engine Oil .215
...............................
Airbag (SRS) .9,21
...
Airbags, Additional Information .21
...
Additional Safety Precautions .32
..........
AdvancedAirbagSystem .26
.............................
Airbag Service .32
How the Passenger Airbag Of f
......................
Indicator Works .31
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .30
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How the SRS Indicator Works .30
How Your Front Airbags
.........................................
Work .24
...
How Your Side Airbags Work .28
How Your Side Curtain Airbags
.........................................
Work .29
........................
SRS Components .21
..............
Air Conditioning System .102
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires .234
......................................
Antif reeze .218 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
...............................
Indicator .59,200
...................................
Operation .200
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System .166
Anti-thef t Steering Column
..............................................
Lock .79
........................................
Armrest .92
................................
Audio System .108
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .81
.........................
Auto Door Locking .81
.....................
Auto Door Unlocking .84
........................
Auto Idle Stop .196,197
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .19
.............
Automatic Speed Control .170
.
Automatic Transmission (CVT) .192
..........................
Capacity,Fluid .268
...............
Checking Fluid Level .221
.......................................
Shif ting .193
Shif t Lever Position
...............................
Indicators .192
................
Shif t Lever Positions .193
....................
Shif t Lock Release .195 Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator .62,254
............................
Jump Starting .249
..............................
Maintenance .239
............................
Specif ications .269
..............................
Bef ore Driving .173
....................................
Belts,Seat .8,18
.............................
Beverage Holder .99
Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) .200
.............
Break-in, New Linings .174
....................
Bulb Replacement .226
...........................................
Fluid .222
...................
Pad Wear Indicator .200
.........................................
Parking .96
...........
System Indicator .58,63,256
.............................
Braking System .173
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Break-in, New Vehicle .174
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Brightness Control, Instruments .74
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Brights, Headlights .73
Index
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INDEX
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Bulb Replacement..........................
Back-up Lights .227
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Brake Lights .226,227
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Front Side Marker Lights .225
...........
Front Turn Signal Light .225
.................................
Headlights .223
..........................
Parking Lights .225
.........
Rear Side Marker Lights .226
..........
Rear Turn Signal Lights .226
............................
Specif ications .269
..............................
Bulbs, Halogen .223
.........................................
Card, PC .149
............................
Capacities Chart .268
.............
Carbon Monoxide Hazard .52
.............................
Carrying Cargo .184
.............
CAUTION, Explanation of .iii
.......................................
CD Player .120
..................................
Ceiling Light .100
........................
Certif ication Label .266
............................................
Chains .238
....................
Changing a Flat Tire .243
Changing Oil
........................................
How to .216 ......................................
When to .207
...
Charging System Indicator .62,254
..............
Check Fuel Cap Indicator .68
............
Checklist, Bef ore Driving .190
.....................................
Child Saf ety .34
Child Seats
.............
LATCH Anchor System .43
.............................
Lower Anchor .43
............................
Tether Anchor .47
..................
Childproof Door Locks .81
....................
Cleaning the Wheels .233
.........................
Clock, Setting the .168
........................
CO in the Exhaust .275
............
Cold Weather, Starting in .191
..............................
Compact Spare .242
.............
Controls, Instruments and .55
Coolant
........................................
Adding .218
....................................
Checking .178
.........................
Proper Solution .218
...................
Temperature Gauge .65
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .275
............
Cruise Control Operation .170
....
Customer Service Inf ormation .280 ...............
DANGER, Explanation of .iii
...................................
Dashboard .3,56
................
Daytime Running Lights .74
............
Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .282
........................
Def og and Def rost .106
................
Def ogger, Rear Window .75
..............
Def rosting the Windows .106
....................................
Dimensions .268
...............
Dimming the Headlights .73
Dipstick
..........
Automatic Transmission .221
..................................
Engine Oil .177
..........................
Directional Signals .73
Disc Brake Pad Wear
...................................
Indicators .200
.....................................
Disc Player .120
..................
Display Change Button .64
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil .218
Doors
.
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .81
.....................
Auto Door Locking .81
.................
Auto Door Unlocking .84
..............
Locking and Unlocking .80
......................
Power Door Locks .80
Index
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