2009 HONDA CIVIC Owners Manual

Look f or a blown wire inside the
f use. If it is blown, replace it with
oneof thesparefusesof thesame
rating or lower.If you cannot drive the vehicle
without f ixing the problem, and you
do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse
of the same rating or a lower rating
f rom one of the other circuits. Make
sureyoucandowithoutthatcircuit
temporarily (such as the accessory
power socket or radio).
If you replace the blown f use with a
spare f use that has a lower rating, it
might blow out again. This does not
indicate anything wrong. Replace the
f use with one of the correct rating as
soon as you can.
Your vehicle has spare fuses on the
back of the under-hood f use box
cover.
5.
Fuses
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BLOWN
FUSE PULLER
SPARE FUSES
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When the audio system is disabled,
the clock setting in the audio system
will be canceled. You will need to
reset the clock (see page ).
If the radio f use is removed, the
audio system may disable itself . The
nexttimeyouturnontheradio,you
will see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
f requency display. Use the preset
buttons to enter the five-digit code
(see page ).
If the replacement fuse of the
same rating blows in a short time,
there is probably a serious
electrical problem with your
vehicle. Leave the blown fuse in
that circuit, and have your vehicle
checked by a qualif ied technician. 205
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Fuses
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Replacing a f use with one that has a
higher rating greatly increases the
chances of damaging the electrical
system. If you do not have a
replacement f use with the proper rating
f or the circuit, install one with a lower
rating.
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No.
No. Circuits Protected Circuits Protected
Amps. Amps.
4 5 67 8 9
1011121314151617181920212223
1 23 Main Fuse EPS
Option Main
Ignition Switch Main
ABS/VSA Motor
ABS/VSA F/S Headlight Main
Power Window Main
Not Used
Sub Fan Motor
Main Fan Motor (M/T)
Main Fan Motor (A/T)
Rear Defogger
Blower
Hazard
FI Sub
Stop and Horn
Not Used
Not Used
IGPS Oil Level
Not Used
Audio Amp
IG Coil
FI Main
MG Clutch
DBW
Interior Light
Back Up
100 A
(70 A)
60 A
50 A
30 A
30 A
40 A 50 A
40 A
20 A
20 A
30 A
30 A
40 A
10 A
15 A
15 A
7.5 A
(15 A) 15 A
15 A
7.5 A
15 A
7.5 A
10 A
1:2: If equipped
On models with VSA system
1 1
2
Fuse Locations
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UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
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No.
No.No.
Amps.
Amps. Circuits Protected Circuits Protected Circuits Protected
Amps.
:
1 2345678 9
10111213141516 17181920212223242526272829303132333435363738
7.5 A
7.5 A
10 A
10 A
10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 10 A
7.5 A
15 A
10 A
7.5 A
(15 A)
(20 A)
(7.5 A) Power Window
Fuel Pump
Alternator
ABS/VSA
Heated Seat
Front Fog Light
TPMS
Not Used ODS
MET ER
SRS
Right Headlight High Beam
Left Headlight High Beam
Small Light (Interior)
Small Light (Exterior)
Right Headlight Low BeamLeft Headlight Low Beam
Headlight High Beam Main
Small Lights (Main)
Not Used
Headlight Low Beam Main
HAC
STS
Moonroof
Door Lock
Driver’s Power Window
HAC OP
Rear Accessory Socket
Accessory
Passenger’s Power Window
Not Used
Right Rear Power Window
Lef t Rear Power Window
Not Used
Accessory Radio
HAC
Daytime Running Light
Front Wiper
10 A
20 A
15 A
20 A
(7.5 A)
(7.5 A)
(20 A) 20 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
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INTERIOR FUSE BOX
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If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck.
Therearetwowaystotowyour
vehicle: If , due to damage, your vehicle must
be towed with the f ront wheels on
the ground, do this:
Release the parking brake.
Shif t the transmission to neutral.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the f ront tires and lif t them of f
the ground. The rear tires remain on
the ground. With the f ront wheels on the ground,
do not tow the vehicle more than 50
miles (80 km), and keep the speed
below35mph(55km/h).
Start the engine.
Press on the brake pedal. Move
the shif t lever through all its
positions.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
Release the parking brake.
Turn of f the engine.
Shif t to D position f or 5 seconds,
then to N.
Manual transmission:
Automatic transmission:
Flat -bed Equipment
Wheel-lif t Equipment
T his is the best way to
transport your vehicle.
This is an acceptable
way to tow your vehicle.
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Improper towing preparation will
damage the transmission. Follow the
above procedure exactly. If you cannot
shif t the transmission or start the
engine (automatic transmission), your
vehicle must be transported with the
f ront wheels of f the ground.
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Do not tie down the vehicle at an
angle that would allow the towing
cables to contact the vehicle’s f ront
bumper. To avoid possible damage,
protect the f ront bumper with tape.
If your vehicle is equipped with a
f ront spoiler, remove it bef ore
towing so it is not damaged.
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The steering system can be damaged if
the steering wheel is locked. Leave the
ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I)
position, and make sure the steering
wheel turns f reely bef ore you begin
towing.
Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the
bumpers will cause serious damage.
The bumpers are not designed to
support the vehicle’s weight.
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Your vehicle has several identif ying
numbers in various places.
The vehicle identif ication number
(VIN) is the 17-digit number your
dealer uses to register your vehicle
f or warranty purposes. It is also
necessary f or licensing and insuring
your vehicle. The easiest place to
find the VIN is on a plate fastened to
the top of the dashboard. You can
seeitbylookingthroughthe
windshield on the driver’s side. It is
also on the certification label
attached to the driver’s doorjamb,
and is stamped on the engine
compartment bulkhead. The VIN is
also provided in bar code on the
certif ication label.
The VIN is also located on the
engine bulkhead. Slide the cover on
the engine compartment bulkhead to
view the VIN. Always close the cover
when f inished.
Identif ication Numbers
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CERTIFICATION LABEL
COVER
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (VIN)
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