2009 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID display

The reading on the vehicle’s
temperature gauge should stay in
the midrange. If it climbs to the red
mark, you should determine the
reason (hot day, driving up a steep
hill, etc.).
When the current f uel mileage is
shownonthedisplay,the
temperature gauge will interrupt on
the display and blink for several
times if the coolant temperature
rises to 224°F (118°C) or more. At
the same time, the beeper sounds
once.
If your vehicle overheats, you should
take immediate action. The only
indicationmaybethetemperature
gauge climbing to or above the red
mark. Or you may see steam or
spray coming f rom under the hood.
If you see steam and/or spray
coming f rom under the hood, turn
of f the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.
If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running, and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to overloading,
the engine should start to cool
down almost immediately. If it
does, wait until the temperature
gauge reading comes down to the
midpoint, then continue driving.
If the temperature gauge stays at
the red mark, turn of f the engine.
Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Park, and
set the parking brake. Turn of f all
accessories, and turn on the
hazard warning lights.
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Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
Driving with the temperature gauge
reading at the red mark can cause
serious damage to your engine.
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If the indicator comes on repeatedly,
even though it may turn of f as you
continue driving, have your vehicle
checked by your dealer as soon as
possible.
Your vehicle has certain ‘‘readiness
codes’’ that are part of the on-board
diagnostics f or the emissions
systems. In some states, part of the
emissions testing is to make sure
these codes are set. If they are not
set, the test cannot be completed.
If the indicator comes on
while driving, it means one
of the engine’s emissions control
systems may have a problem. Even
though you may f eel no dif f erence in
your vehicle’s perf ormance, it can
reduce your f uel economy and cause
increased emissions. Continued
operation may cause serious damage.
If you have recently ref ueled your
vehicle, the indicator coming on
could be due to a loose or missing
f uel f ill cap. You will also see a
‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message on
the inf ormation display. Tighten the
cap until it clicks at least once.
Tightening the cap will not turn the
indicator of f immediately; it can take
several days of normal driving. If your vehicle’s battery has been
disconnected or gone dead, these
codes are erased. It can take several
days of driving under various
conditions to set the codes again.
To check if they are set, turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position, without starting the engine.
The malf unction indicator lamp will
come on f or 20 seconds. If it then
goes of f , the readiness codes are set.
If it blinks f ive times, the readiness
codes are not set. If possible, do not
take your vehicle f or an emissions
test until the readiness codes are set.
Refer to
for
more information (see page ). 360
Malf unction Indicator L amp
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If you keep driving with the
Malf unction Indicator Lamp on, you
can damage your vehicle’s emissions
controls and engine. Those repairs may
not be covered by your vehicle’s
warranties. This indicator may also
come on with the ‘‘D’’ indicator.
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Always check the TPMS malf unction
telltale af ter replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to
ensure that the replacement or
alternate tires and wheels allow the
TPMS to continue to f unction
properly.
Your vehicle has also been equipped
with a TPMS malf unction indicator
to indicate when the system is not
operating properly. The TPMS
malf unction indicator is provided by
a separate telltale, which displays the
symbol ‘‘TPMS’’ when illuminated.
When the malf unction indicator is
illuminated,
the system may not be able to detect
or signal low tire pressure as
intended.
TPMS malf unctions may occur f or a
variety of reasons, including the
installation of replacement or
alternate tires or wheels on the
vehicle that prevent the TPMS f rom
f unctioning properly.
Driving on a signif icantly under-
inf lated tire causes the tire to
overheat and can lead to tire failure.
Under-inf lation also reduces f uel
efficiency and tire tread life, and may
af f ect the vehicle’s handling and
stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a
substitute for proper tire
maintenance, and it is the driver’s
responsibility to maintain correct tire
pressure, even if under-inf lation has
not reached the level to trigger
illumination of the TPMS low tire
pressure telltale.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation
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Bulb Replacement..........................
Back-up Lights .309
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Brake Lights .308,309
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Front Side Marker Lights .307
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Front Turn Signal Light .307
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Headlights .305
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Parking Lights .307
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Rear Side Marker Lights .308
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Rear Turn Signal Lights .308
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Specif ications .351
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Bulbs, Halogen .305
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Card, PC .170
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Capacities Chart .350
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard .52
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Carrying Cargo .264
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CAUTION, Explanation of .iii
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Ceiling Light .102
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Certif ication Label .348
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Chains .320
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Changing a Flat Tire .325
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .298
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When to .289 ...
Charging System Indicator .62,336
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Check Fuel Cap Indicator .69
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving .270
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Child Saf ety .34
Child Seats .............
LATCH Anchor System .43
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Lower Anchor .43
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Tether Anchor .47
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Childproof Door Locks .82
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Cleaning the Wheels .315
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Clock, Setting the .212
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CO in the Exhaust .357
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Cold Weather, Starting in .271
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Compact Spare .324
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Controls, Instruments and .55
Coolant
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Adding .300
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Checking .258
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Proper Solution .300
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Temperature Gauge .66
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .357
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Cruise Control Operation .214
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Customer Service Inf ormation .364 ...............
DANGER, Explanation of .iii
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Dashboard .3,56
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Daytime Running Lights .75
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .366
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Def og and Def rost .108
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Def ogger, Rear Window .76
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Def rosting the Windows .108
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Dimensions .350
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Dimming the Headlights .74
Dipstick
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Automatic Transmission .303
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Engine Oil .257
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Directional Signals .74
Disc Brake Pad Wear ...................................
Indicators .280
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Disc Player .122,160
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Display Change Button .66
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Disposal of Used Oil .300
Doors .
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .82
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Auto Door Locking .82
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Auto Door Unlocking .85
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Locking and Unlocking .81
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Power Door Locks .81
Index
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Gasoline .254
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Fuel Reserve Indicator .61
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Gauge .66
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Octane Requirement .254
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Tank, Filling the .255
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Gas Station Procedures .255
Gauges
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Engine Coolant Temperature .66
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Fuel .67
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Gearshif t Lever Positions .272
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Automatic Transmission .272
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Glove Box .101
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs .305
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Hazard Warning Flashers .76
Headlights
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Aiming .305
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Daytime Running Lights .75
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High Beam Indicator .60
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Reminder Beeper .74
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs .305
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Turning on .74
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Head Restraints .92
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Heated Mirrors .99...................................
Heaters, Seat .96
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High Altitude, Starting at .271
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High-Low Beam Switch .74
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Hood, Opening the .256
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Horn .72
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Identif ication Number, Vehicle .348
Ignition
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Keys .78
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Switch .80
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Timing Control System .358
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Important Safety Precautions .6
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Indicators, Instrument Panel .58
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Inf ant Restraint .39
Inf ant Seats ......
LATCH Anchorage System .43
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Lower Anchors .43
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Tether Anchors .47
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Inf lation, Recommended Tire .316
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Pressures .316
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Inf ormation Display .65
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Inside Mirror .98
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Inspection, Tire .317
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Instrument Panel .57................
Instrument Panel Lights .58
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Instrument Panel Brightness .75
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Interior Lights .102
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Introduction .i
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Jacking up the Vehicle .326
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Jack, Tire .325
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Jump Starting .331
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Keys .78
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Label, Certif ication .348
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Lane Change, Signaling .74
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Lap/Shoulder Belts .14,18
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LATCH Anchorage System .43
Index
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