2009 HONDA CIVIC COUPE key battery

If the system repeatedly does not
recognize the coding of your key,
contact your dealer.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it. Electrical
problems could result that may make
your vehicle inoperable.
If you have lost your key and cannot
start your engine, contact your
dealer.
The system may not recognize your
key’s coding if another immobilizer
key or other metal object (i.e. key
f ob) is near the ignition switch when
you insert the key.
When you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, the immobilizer
system indicator should come on
brief ly, then go of f . If the indicator
starts to blink, it means the system
does not recognize the coding of the
key. Turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position, remove the key,
reinsert it, and turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position again.
The immobilizer system protects
your vehicle f rom thef t. If an
improperly coded key (or other
device) is used, the engine’s f uel
system is disabled.
These keys contain electronic
circuits that are activated by the
immobilizer system. They will not
work to start the engine if the
circuits are damaged.
Protect the keys f rom direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity.
Donotdropthekeysorsetheavy
objects on them.
The keys do not contain batteries.
Do not try to take them apart. Keep the keys away f rom liquids.
If they get wet, dry them
immediately with a sof t cloth.
The valet key does not contain a
battery. Do not try to take it apart.
On DX model (except Canadian DX-G)
Immobilizer System
Keys and Locks, Immobilizer System
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Always take the ignition key with you
whenever you leave the vehicle alone.
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µ
µ Pressthisbuttononce
to unlock the driver’s door. Push it
twice to unlock the passenger’s door.
Some exterior lights will f lash twice
each time you push the button.
Release the switch, and within 5
seconds, turn the ignition switch
to the ACCESSORY (I) position.
move the shif t
lever to the Park (P) position.
Turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position.
Even if your vehicle’s battery is
removed or goes dead, the system
keeps the auto door lock/unlock
setting which you selected.
Press this button once to
lock both doors. Some exterior lights
will f lash once. When you push
LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you
will hear a beep to verify that the
doors are locked and that the
security system (if equipped) has set.
You cannot lock the doors if either
door is not f ully closed or the key is
in the ignition switch.
5.
6.
On A/T vehicles,
U.S.:LX,EX,EX-L,SiCanada: DX-G, LX, EX-L, Si
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UNL OCK
LOCK
Remote Transmitter
Door Locks, Remote Transmitter
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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UNLOCK
BUTTON LOCK
BUTTON
TRUNK
RELEASE
BUTTON
PANIC
BUTTON LED
UNLOCK
BUTTON LOCK
BUTTON
PANIC
BUTTON LED
U.S.: LX
Canada: DX-G
U.S.: EX, EX-L, Si
Canada: LX, EX-L, Si
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If it takes several pushes on the
button to lock or unlock the doors,
replace the battery as soon as
possible.
Battery type: CR1616Inside the transmitter, separate
the inner cover f rom the keypad
by releasing the two tabs on the
cover.
To replace the battery:
Remove the screw at the base of
the transmitter with a small
Phillips-head screwdriver.
Separate the transmitter by prying
its middle seam with your
f ingernail.
Be caref ul when removing
this screw as the head of the screw
can strip out.
1.
2. 3.
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Replacing the Transmitter
Battery
Remote Transmitter
Inst rument s and Cont rols
89
NOTE:
SCREW
Model with trunk release is shown. BATTERY
TAB
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You can make calls using any phone
number, or by using a name in the
HFL phonebook. You can also redial
the last number called. During a call,
HFLallowsyoutotalkupto30
minutes af ter you remove the key
f rom the ignition switch. Continuing
a call without running the engine
may discharge and weaken the
vehicle’s battery.Press and release the Talk button.
Af ter the beep, say ‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’
HFL responds ‘‘Calling’’ or
‘‘Dialing.’’
Once connected, you will hear the
person you called through the
audio speakers. To change the
volume, use the audio system
volume knob, or the steering
wheel volume controls.
To end the call, press the Back
button.
With your phone on and the
ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II)
position, press and release the
Talk button. After the beep, say
‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial.’’
HFL responds ‘‘What name or
number would you like to call/
dial? Press the Talk button and say
a name, a number, or say list to
hear the phonebook entries.’’
Press and release the Talk button.
Af ter the beep, say the number
you want to call. For example, say
‘‘123 456 7891.’’
HFL responds ‘‘123 456 7891.
Press the Talk button and
continue to add numbers, or say
Call or Dial to place a call.’’ 4.
2.
1. 3.
To make a call using a phone number,
do this:
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Apply the parking brake.
In cold weather, turn of f all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.
Without touching the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition key to the
START (III) position. Do not hold
the key in the START (III)
position f or more than 15 seconds
at a time. If the engine does not
start right away, pause for at least
10 seconds bef ore trying again.
Make sure the shif t lever is in
Park. Press on the brake pedal.If the engine fails to start, press
the accelerator pedal all the way
down, and hold it there while
starting to clear flooding. If the
engine still does not start, return
to step 5.
If the engine does not start within
15 seconds, or starts but stalls
right away, repeat step 4 with the
accelerator pedal pressed halfway
down. If the engine starts, release
pressure on the accelerator pedal
so the engine does not race.
Press the clutch pedal down all the
way. The START (III) position
does not f unction unless the clutch
pedal is pressed.
5.
6.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Manual transmission:
Automatic transmission:
Starting the Engine
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The engine is harder to start in cold
weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at
altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400
meters) adds to this problem.
T he immobilizer system protects your
vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly
coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s f uel system is disabled. For
more inf ormation, see page .
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Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Ref er toon page .
Are you using a properly coded
key? An improperly coded key will
cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the instrument panel
to blink rapidly (see page ).
Turn the ignition switch to the
START (III) position. If the
headlights do not dim, check the
condition of the f uses. If the f uses
areOK,thereisprobably
something wrong with the
electrical circuit for the ignition
switch or starter motor. You will
need a qualif ied technician to
determine the problem. See
on page .
If the headlights dim noticeably or
go out when you try to start the
engine, either the battery is
discharged or the connections are
corroded. Check the condition of
the battery and terminal connec-
tions (see page ). You can
then try jump starting the vehicle
f rom a booster battery (see page ).
In this case, the starter motor’s
speed sounds normal, or even f aster than normal, when you turn the
ignition switch to the START (III)
position, but the engine does not run.
Do you have f uel? Check the f uel
gauge; the low f uel indicator may
not be working.
There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
f uel pump. Check all the f uses
(see page ).
If youfindnothingwrong,youwill
need a qualif ied technician to f ind
the problem. See on page .
When you turn the ignition switch to
the START (III) position, you do not
hear the normal noise of the engine
trying to start. You may hear a
clicking sound, a series of clicks, or
nothing at all.
Check these things:
Check the transmission interlock.
If you have a manual transmission,
the clutch pedal must be pushed
all the way to the f loor or the
starter will not operate. With an
automatic transmission, it must be
in Park or neutral.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position. Turn on the
headlights, and check their
brightness. If the headlights are
very dim or do not come on at all,
the battery is discharged. See on page .357 370
345
357 78
282
364 370
If theEngineWon’tStart
Starting the
Engine
Emergency T owing
T he Starter Operates Normally Emergency
Towing
Nothing Happens or the Starter
Motor Operates Very Slowly
Jump Starting
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AAC .151,206
...
Accessories and Modif ications .273
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
.......................................
Position) .79
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Accessory Power Sockets .110
..................
Active Head Restraints .98
................
Adding Engine Coolant .316
....................
Additives, Engine Oil .313
...............................
Airbag (SRS) .9,21
..........
Airbag System Components .21
..............
Air Conditioning System .116
.........................................
Usage .119
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Air Pressure, Tires .335,337,378
......................................
Antif reeze .316
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
...............................
Indicator .59,292
...................................
Operation .292
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Anti-thef t, Audio System .221
Anti-thef t Steering Column
..............................................
Lock .79
................................
Audio System .121
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .82
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .19
.............
Automatic Speed Control .224 ..............
Automatic Transmission .286
..........................
Capacity, Fluid .377
...............
Checking Fluid Level .320
.......................................
Shif ting .286
Shif t Lever Position
...............................
Indicators .286
................
Shif t Lever Positions .287
....................
Shif t Lock Release .289
............................
Capacities Chart .377
Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator .57,361
............................
Jump Starting .357
..............................
Maintenance .345
............................
Specif ications .378
..............................
Bef ore Driving .263
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Belts,Seat .8,18
.........................
Beverage Holders .109
.......
Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink.227
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Booster Seats .47
Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) .292
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Break-in, New Linings .264
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Bulb Replacement .328 ...........................................
Fluid .322
.......................................
Parking .107
..........................
System Design .291
.................
System Indicator .58,363
........................
Wear Indicators .291
.............................
Braking System .291
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Break-in, New Vehicle .264
..
Brightness Control, Instruments .74
Bulb Replacement
..........................
Back-up Lights .328
..............................
Brake Lights .328
.................................
Fog Lights .329
................
Front Parking Lights .327
........
Front Side Marker Lights .327
.................................
Headlights .324
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High-mount Brake Light .331
................................
Rear Lights .328
............................
Specif ications .377
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Turn Signal Lights .327
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Bulbs, Halogen .324
Index
A
B
C
INDEX
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Saf ety Messages .iii
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Satellite Radio .127,161
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Seat Belts .8,18
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Additional Information .18
Automatic Seat Belt
...............................
Tensioners .19
.....................................
Cleaning .331
................
Lap/Shoulder Belt .14,19
................................
Maintenance .20
Reminder Indicator and
................................
Beeper .18,57
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System Components .18
...............
Use During Pregnancy .16
Wearing a Lap/Shoulder
.....................................
Belt .14,19
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Seating Capacities .376
.................................................
Seats .93
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Adjusting .93
.........................................
Folding .99
.......................................
Heaters .101
............................
Security System .223
.....................
Selecting a Child Seat .39
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Serial Number .374
...........................
Service Intervals .303
...........................
Service Manual .395
.........
Service Station Procedures .265 ..........................
Setting the Clock .222
...
Shif t Lever Position Indicators .286
........................
Shif t Lock Release .289
................................
Side Airbags .9,26
..........................
Of f Indicator .29,58
..................
Side Curtain Airbags .9,28
Side Marker Lights, Bulb
..............................
Replacement .328
...............................
Signaling Turns .72
..................................
Snow Chains .343
.....................................
Snow Tires .343
...........
Sockets, Accessory Power .110
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Sound System .121
Spare Tire
......................................
Inf lating .350
............................
Specif ications .378
....................................
Spark Plugs .376
................................
Specif ications .376
................................
Speed Control .224
........................
Speed Limiter .285,288
.......................................
Spotlights .113
..........
SRS, Additional Inf ormation .21
...
Additional Safety Precautions .31
.............................
Airbag Service .30
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Airbag System Components .21 How the Passenger Airbag
...............
Of f Indicator Works .29
How the Side Airbag Of f
......................
Indicator Works .29
..
How the SRS Indicator Works .28
How Your Front Airbags
.........................................
Work .23
...
How Your Side Airbags Work .26
How Your Side Curtain Airbags
.........................................
Work .28
.............................
SRS Indicator .28,58
....
START (Ignition Key Position) .79
.......................
Starting the Engine .282
In Cold Weather at High ..................................
Altitude .282
................
With a Dead Battery .357
........
Steam Coming f rom Engine .359
Steering Wheel
................................
Adjustments .76
.............
Anti-theft Column Lock .79
Steering Wheel ......................
Buttons .219,224,229
...................
Stereo Sound System .121
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Storing Your Vehicle .347
Index
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