2009 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN ECU

To activate this function, do this:To mute your voice, do this:To unmute your voice, do this:
During a call, you can mute or
unmute your voice to the person you
are talking to.
Press and release the Talk button.
Af ter the beep, say ‘‘Mute.’’
HFL responds ‘‘Mute is active.’’
Press and release the Talk button.
Af ter the beep, say ‘‘Mute.’’
HFL responds ‘‘Mute is canceled.’’
Press and release the Talk button.
Af ter the beep, say ‘‘System setup.’’
HFL responds ‘‘System setup
options are security, change
passcode, call notif ication, auto
transf er, and clear. Press the Talk
button and say a command.’’
Press and release the Talk button.
Af ter the beep, say ‘‘Auto transf er.’’
If this feature is set to off, HFL
responds ‘‘Auto transf er is
disabled. Calls dialed on the phone
do not automatically transf er to
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink. Would
you like to enable Auto Transf er?
Press the Talk button and say Yes
or No.’’
Never try to dial from your
phonedirectlyif thevehicleis
moving.
To end the call, press the Back
button.
When you make a call directly f rom
the phone with the auto transf er on,
make sure to stop your vehicle saf ely. HFL responds ‘‘Auto transf er is
enabled.’’
If the setting changes from off to
on, press and release the Talk
button. Af ter the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’
If this feature is set to on, HFL
responds ‘‘Auto-transf er is enabled.
Calls dialed on the phone will be
automatically transferred to
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink. Would
you like to disable Auto Transf er? Press the Talk button and say Yes
or No.’’
If the setting changes from on to off,
HFL responds ‘‘Auto transf er is
disabled. Use the Transf er command
at the HandsFree main menu to
manually transf er calls dialed on the
phone.’’
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This operation clears the HFL of
your passcode, your paired phones,
all names in the HFL phonebook,
and all imported phonebooks.
Clearing is recommended bef ore you
sell your vehicle.Press and release the Talk button.
Af ter the beep, say ‘‘Yes.’’
HFL responds ‘‘Preparing to clear
the system, which may take up to
two minutes to complete. To
proceed, press the Talk button and
say Continue, otherwise say Go
Back or Cancel.’’
After saying Continue, HFL
responds ‘‘Please wait while the
system is cleared.’’ HFL responds
‘‘The system has been cleared.’’
Press and release the Talk button.
Af ter the beep, say ‘‘System setup.’’
HFL responds ‘‘System setup
options are security, change
passcode, call notif ication, auto
transf er, and clear. Press the Talk
button and say a command.’’
Press and release the Talk button.
After the beep, say ‘‘Clear.’’
HFL responds ‘‘This process will
clear all paired phones, clear all
entries in the phonebook, clear the
security passcode, and restore the
defaults in the system setup. Is
this what you would like to do?’’
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Wait a f ew minutes af ter turning the
engine of f bef ore you check the oil.
Put your f ingers under the f ront
edge of the hood near the center.
Slide your hand to the lef t until
you f eel the hood latch handle.
Push this handle up to release it.
Lif t up the hood.
If the hood latch handle moves
stif f ly, or if you can open the hood
without lifting the handle, the
mechanism should be cleaned and
lubricated. Pull the support rod out of its clip
by holding the grip, and insert the
end into the designated hole in the
hood.
To close the hood, lif t it up slightly
to remove the support rod f rom
the hole. Put the support rod back
into its holding clip. Lower the
hood to about a f oot (30 cm) above
the fender, then let it drop. Make
sure it is securely latched.
Remove the dipstick (orange
handle).
Insert it all the way back in its tube.
Wipe of f the dipstick with a clean
cloth or paper towel.
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Store or secure all items that could
be thrown around and hurt
someone during a crash.Distribute cargo evenly on the
f loor of the trunk, placing the
heaviest items on the bottom and
as far forward as possible.
If you carry large items that
prevent you f rom closing the trunk
lid, exhaust gas can enter the
passenger area. To avoid the
possibility of
, f ollow the instructions
on page .
If youfolddownthebackseat,tie
down items that could be thrown
about the vehicle during a crash or
sudden stop.
Do not put any items on top of the
trunk panel. They can block your
view and be thrown around the
vehicle during a crash.
Be sure items placed on the f loor
behind the f ront seats cannot roll
underneath and interf ere with the
proper operation of the seats, the
sensors under the seats, or the
driver’s ability to operate the
pedals.
Keep the glove box closed while
driving. If it is open, a passenger
could injure their knees during a
crash or sudden stop. 51
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Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice.
Check that the hood and trunk are
f ully closed.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 every day bef ore
you drive your vehicle.
When you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicators in the
instrument panel (see page ).
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure (see page ).
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If your vehicle has an automatic
transmission, set the parking brake
bef ore you put the transmission in
Park. This keeps the vehicle f rom
moving and putting pressure on the
parking mechanism in the
transmission.Make sure the moonroof (if
equipped) and the windows are
closed.
Place any packages, valuables, etc.,
in the trunk or take them with you.
Turn of f the lights.
If the vehicle is f acing uphill, turn
the front wheels away from the
curb. If you have a manual
transmission, put it in f irst gear.
If the vehicle is f acing downhill,
turn the front wheels toward the
curb. If you have a manual
transmission, put it in reverse gear.
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.
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.
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.
On vehicles with security system
Parking T ips
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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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Towing can require a variety of
equipment, depending on the size of
your trailer, how it will be used, how
much load you are towing, and
where you tow. If you choose electric brakes, besure they are electronically actuated.
Do not attempt to tap into your
vehicle’s hydraulic system. No
matter how successf ul it may seem,
any attempt to attach trailer brakes
to your vehicle’s hydraulic system
will lower braking ef f ectiveness and
create a potential hazard.
Seeyourtrailerdealerorrental
agency f or more inf ormation on
installing electric brakes.
Discuss your needs with your trailer
sales or rental agency, and f ollow the
guidelines in the rest of this section.
Also make sure that all equipment is
properly installed and that it meets
f ederal, state, province, and local
regulations. Any hitch used on your vehicle must
be properly bolted to the underbody.
Always use saf ety chains when you
tow a trailer. Make sure the chains
are secured to the trailer and hitch,
and that they cross under the tongue
and can catch the trailer if it
becomes unhitched. Leave enough
slack to allow the trailer to turn
corners easily, but do not let the
chains drag on the ground.
There are two common types of
trailer brakes: surge and electric.
Surge brakes are common f or boat
trailers, since the brakes will get wet.
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T owing Equipment and
A ccessoriesTrailer Brakes
Hitches
Saf et y Chains
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When preparing to tow, and bef ore
driving away, be sure to check the
f ollowing:Always drive slowly and have
someone guide you when backing up.
Grip the of the steering wheel,
then turn the wheel to the left to get
the trailer to move to the lef t, and
turn the wheel right to move the
trailer to the right.
Follow all normal precautions when
parking, including f irmly setting the
parking brake and putting the
transmission in Park (automatic) or
in 1st or reverse (manual). Also,
place wheel chocks at each of the
trailer’s tires.
Crosswinds and air turbulence
caused by passing trucks can disrupt
your steering and cause the trailer to
sway. When being passed by a large
vehicle, keep a constant speed, and
steer straight ahead. Do not try to
make quick steering or braking
corrections.
The vehicle has been properly
serviced, and the suspension,
cooling system, and lights are in
good operating condition.
All weights and loads are within
limits (see pages and ).
Thehitch,safetychains,andany
other attachments are secure.
All items in or on the trailer are
properly secured and cannot shif t
while you drive.
The lights and brakes on your
vehicle and the trailer are working
properly. Your vehicle tires and spare are
properly inf lated, and the trailer
tires and spare are inflated as
recommended by the trailer
maker.
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