2012 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID fuses

Contents
Child Safety P. 54Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 66Safety Labels P. 67Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 110 Security System P. 113 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 115
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 125 Adjusting the Seats P. 126
Climate Control System P. 137Audio Error Messages P. 162 General Information on the Audio System P. 164When Driving P. 198Braking P. 213Parking Your Vehicle P. 217
Accessories and Modifications P. 226Maintenance Under the Hood P. 235 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 247
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 254 12 Volt Battery P. 263 Remote Transmitter Care P. 264
Cleaning P. 266Engine Does Not Start P. 279 Jump Starting P. 280Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 282
Fuses P. 289 Emergency Towing P. 292Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 297 Reporting Safety Defects P. 298
Authorized Manuals P. 303 Customer Service Information P. 304
Quick Reference Guide
P. 2
Safe Driving
P. 27
Instrument Panel
P. 69
Controls
P. 101
Features
P. 141
Driving
P. 191
Maintenance
P. 227
Handling the Unexpected
P. 271
Information
P. 293
Index
P. 305

226Driving
Accessories and ModificationsAccessoriesWhen installing accessories, check the following:
•Do not install accessories on the windshield. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install accessories on the side pillars or across the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
side curtain airbags.
• Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 289
•Before installing any electronic accessory, have the installer contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a dealer inspect the final installation.ModificationsDo not modify your vehicle or use non-Honda components that can affect its
handling, stability, and reliability.
Overall vehicle performance can be affected. Always make sure all equipment is
properly installed and maintained, and that it meets federal, state, province,
territory, and local regulations.
1Accessories and Modifications
Honda Genuine accessories are recommended to
ensure proper operation on your vehicle.
3
WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruc tions in this owner's
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 272
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 273
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 279
Jump Starting .................................... 280
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 282
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 283 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 285If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 285
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 286If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................................287If the EPS Indicator Comes On.......... 287
If the IMA Indicator Comes On......... 288 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 288
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 289
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 291
Emergency Towing ........................... 292

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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not StartChecking the EngineIf the engine does not start, turn the ignition switch to START
(e
and check the
starter.
Starter condition
Checklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The 12 volt battery may be dead.
Check each of the items on the
right and respond accordingly.
Check brightness of the interior light.
Turn on interior lights and check brightness.●
If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2 Checking the 12 Volt Battery P. 263
●
If the interior lights come on normally

2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 291
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.
Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.

2 Starting the Engine P. 198
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 113
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.

2 Fuel Gauge P. 82
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 291
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 292
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 280

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Continued
Handling the Unexpected
FusesFuse LocationsIf any electrical devices are not working,
turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0
and
check to see if any applicable fuse is blown.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and box cover number.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
■
Engine Compartmen t Fuse Box
■
Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
EPS
70 A
Booster Motor
40 A
ABS/VSA Motor
30 A
ABS/VSA FSR
30 A
−
−
Main Fuse
100 A
2
IG Main
50 A
Fuse Box Main 60 A
Fuse Box Main 2
60 A
Headlight Main 30 A
−
−
Rear Defogger 30 A −−
Blower 40 A
−−
Sub Fan Motor 20 A
Main Fan Motor 20 A
3
−
−
4 IG Coil 2 15 A
5
Starter DIAG, ST MG
7.5 A
6 IG Coil 1 7.5 A
7
−
−
8− −
9
−
−
10 − −
11
Oil Level
7.5 A
12 − −
13
IMA 1
7.5 A
14 Hazard 10 A
15
FI Sub
15 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17
Stop
15 A
18 Horn 10 A
19
IMA 2
10 A
20 Right Headlight Low Beam 10 A
21
IGP
15 A
22 DBW 15 A
23
Left Headlight Low Beam
10 A
24 Booster SOL 15 A
25
MG Clutch
7.5 A
26 − −
27
SMALL
20 A
28 Interior Lights 7.5 A
29
Backup
10 A
Circuit Protected
Amps

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Handling the Unexpected
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.■
Circuit protected and fuse rating
■
Interior Fuse BoxFuse Label
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
−
−
2
ACG
15 A
3
SRS
10 A
4
Fuel Pump
15 A
5
Meter
7.5 A
6
Power Window
7.5 A
7
VB SOL
(15 A)
8
Door Lock Motor 2 (Unlock)
15 A
9
Door Lock Motor 1 (Unlock)
15 A
10
−
−
11 − −
12
Accessory Power Socket (Center Console)
*
(15 A)
13 − −
14
Seat Heaters
*
(15 A)
15 Driver’s Door Lock Motor
(Unlock) (10 A)
16
−
−
17 − −
18
−
−
19 ACC 7.5 A
20
ACC Key Lock
7.5 A
21 Daytime Running Lights 7.5 A
22
HAC
7.5 A
23 HAC (7.5 A)
24
ABS/VSA
7.5 A
25 − −
26
−
−
27 Accessory Power Socket
(Front) 15 A
28
Washer
15 A
29 ODS 7.5 A
30
Driver’s Door Lock Motor (Lock)
(10 A)
31 − −
32
Door Lock Motor 2 (Lock)
15 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
33 Door Lock Motor 1 (Lock) 15 A34
Small Lights
7.5 A
35 Illumination 7.5 A
36
−
−
37 − −
38
Left Headlight High Beam
10 A
39 Right Headlight High Beam 10 A
40
TPMS
*
(7.5 A)
41 Door Lock 20 A
42
Driver’s Power Window
20 A
43 Rear Passenger’s Side
Power Window (20 A)
44
Front Passenger’s Side
Power Window
20 A
45 Rear Driver’s Side Power
Window (20 A)
46
Wiper
30 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models

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Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0
. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.
1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICEReplacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 289 to 290.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover.
Combined
Fuse Blown FuseFuse Puller

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INDEX
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 257
Driving ...................................................... 191
Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 202
Braking ................................................... 213
Cruise Control ........................................ 205
Shifting Gear .......................................... 203
Starting the Engine ................................. 198
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 265EEco Assist System.......................................... 8
Eco Drive Bar .......................................... 9, 88
Eco Guide ............................................... 9, 87
Eco Score ................................................ 9, 87
ECON Button ............................................ 123
ECON Mode Indicator ................................ 78
Elapsed Time .............................................. 85
Electric Power Steering System (EPS) Indicator ........................................... 75, 287
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 208
Emergency ................................................ 292
Emergency Trunk Opener ....................... 112
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 299
Engine ....................................................... 296
Coolant .................................................. 242
Jump Starting ......................................... 280
Oil .......................................................... 237
Starting................................................... 198
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 117
Engine Coolant ........................................ 242 Adding to the Radiator ............................ 243
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 242
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 78
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 78
Overheating ............................................ 283
Engine Oil ................................................. 237
Adding .................................................... 239
Checking ................................................. 238
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 231
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 74, 285
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 237
EPS (Electric Power Steering System) .............................................. 75, 287
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 66
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 268
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 125
FFeatures..................................................... 141
Filters ......................................................... 265
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 265
Oil ........................................................... 240
Flat Tire ..................................................... 273
Floor Mats ................................................. 267
Fluids Brake ....................................................... 245
Continuously Variable Transmission Fluid ...................................................... 244
Engine Coolant ........................................ 242
Windshield Washer .................................. 246 Foot Brake
................................................ 214
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 42
Front Seats ................................................ 126
Adjusting ................................................ 126
Fuel ...................................................... 19, 222
Economy ................................................. 225
Gauge ....................................................... 82
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 86
Instant Fuel Economy Gauge ..................... 82
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 72
Range ....................................................... 85
Recommendation .................................... 222
Refueling................................................. 222
Fuel Economy ........................................... 225
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 19, 224
Message.................................................. 286
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 19, 223
Fuses .......................................................... 289
Inspecting and Changing......................... 291
Locations......................................... 289, 290
GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 225
Gauge ....................................................... 82
Information ............................................. 222
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 82, 86
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 72
Refueling................................................. 222
Gauges ........................................................ 82