2012 HONDA CIVIC COUPE display

Contents
Safe DrivingP. 4
Instrument Panel P. 6
DrivingP. 10
MaintenanceP. 16
Handling the UnexpectedP. 21
InformationP. 30
Safe Driving P. 4
Safety Labels P. 4
Instrument Panel P. 6
Indicators P. 6 Gauges and Displays P. 9
Driving P. 10
Before Driving P. 10When Driving P. 11Refueling P. 13
Maintenance P. 16
Maintaining the Fuel System P. 16 Maintenance MinderTM P. 17Replacing Light Bulbs P. 19
Handling the Unexpected P. 21
Tools P. 21 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 22 Fuel Leaks P. 25
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 26 Fuses P. 27
Information P. 30
Specifications P. 30Fuel System P. 32 Authorized Manuals P. 33
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Indicators Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
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Instrument Panel
Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
MessageCondition Explanation
FUEL LID OPEN
• Appears when the fuel receptacle lid is open. Fuel Gaug e P. 9
The following messages appear only on the multi-information display. Press the (display/information) button to see the message
again with the system message indicator on.
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Gauges and Displays
Instrument Panel
Gauges
Fuel Gauge Fuel Gauge
The quantity of fuel remaining in the tank is
calculated based on the pressure and temperature
of the natural gas in the fuel tank.
The gauge, average fuel, range, and instant fuel
economy show more or less than the actual
amount. The tank temperature, fill method, and
ambient conditions may affect the pressure and
temperature of the natural gas.
You can choose whether to reset trip A and average
fuel economy A when you refuel, using the multi-
information display.
Refueling a small amount of gas may not trigger trip
A and the average fuel economy to reset.
FUEL LID OPEN
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel
tank.
The lower ‘‘F’’ mark indicates a full tank at a
fill pressure of 3,000 psi.
The upper ‘‘F’’ mark indicates a full tank at a
fill pressure of 3,600 psi.
If the fuel receptacle lid is open, the fuel gauge blinks when you turn the ignition
switch to ON
II.
It stops blinking when you close the lid.
How to Refue l
 P. 13
Upper "F" Mark
Lower "F" Mark
Fuel Gauge
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Maintenance
Maintenance MinderTM
Your vehicle displays engine oil life and maintenance service items on the multi-
information display to show you when you should have a dealer do engine oil
replacement and indicated maintenance service.
Refer to the important safety precautions and instructions in the Owner's Manual.
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Maintenance
Maintenance MinderTM To Use Maintenace MinderTM
Maintenance Service Items
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Maintenance Service ItemsIndependent of the Maintenance Minder

•information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000

•km).
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if

•they are noisy.
CODE Maintenance Main Items
A Replace engine oil • *1
B Replace engine oil• *1 and oil filter
Replace fuel filter element (low pressure)
•
Drain fuel filter (high pressure)
•
Inspect front and rear brakes/service as necessary
•
Check parking brake adjustment
•
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
•
Inspect suspension components
•
Inspect driveshaft boots
•
Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/ VSA)
•
Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids
•
Inspect exhaust system
•
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Inspect fuel lines and connections
• #
CODE Maintenance Sub Items
1 Rotate tires •
2 Replace air cleaner element •
*2
Replace dust and pollen filter
• *3
Replace fuel filter element (high pressure)
•
Inspect drive belt
•
Inspect valve clearance
•
Inspect fuel tank
•
*4
3 Replace transmission fluid •
4 Replace spark plugs •
5 Replace engine coolant •
*1: If a message "SERVICE" does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the
engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty. *2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: If sub item 2 does not appear more than 36 months after the display is reset, inspect the fuel tank
every 3 years.
See CNG tank expiration and production dates on page 5 for inspection and replacement
information. Fuel tank should be replaced 15 years after it was manufactured.
System Message
Indicator
Maintenance Minder
Message
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Item Sub Items
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