2012 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID ECO mode

67Safe Driving
Safety LabelsLabel LocationsThese labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels
carefully.
If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact a dealer
for a replacement.
Sun Visor
U.S. models Canadian models
Radiator Cap Doorjambs
U.S. models only
Dashboard
Canadian models
U.S. models
Doorjambs

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Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
EPS (Electric
Power Steering
System) Indicator
●
Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
, and goes
off when the engine starts.
●
Comes on if there is a problem with
the EPS (Electric Power Steering
System).
●
Stays on constantly or does not
come on at all - Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer.
2 If the EPS Indicator Comes On
P. 287
Auto Idle Stop
Indicator
●
Blinks when Auto Idle Stop is in
operation. The engine automatically
shuts off.
2 Auto Idle Stop P. 218
—
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
●
Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON (w
.
●
Comes on if the tire pressure of any
of the tires becomes significantly
low.
●
Blinks for about one minute, and
then stays on if there is a problem
with the TPMS, or when a compact
spare tire is temporarily installed.
●
Comes on while driving - Stop in a
safe place, check tire pressures, and
inflate the tire(s) if necessary.
●
Blinks and remains on - Have the
vehicle checked by a dealer. If the
vehicle is fitted with a compact spare,
get your regular tire repaired or
replaced and put back on your vehicle
as soon as you can.
U.S.
models only

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Security System
Alarm Indicator
●
Blinks when the Security System
Alarm has been set.
2Security System Alarm P. 113
—
High Temperature
Indicator
●
Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON (w
then goes off.
●
Blinks when the engine coolant
temperature goes up, and stays on if
the temperature continues to rise.
●
Blinks while driving - Drive slowly to
prevent overheating.
●
Stays on while driving - Immediately
stop in a safe place and allow the
engine to cool.
2 Overheating P. 283
Low Temperature
Indicator
●
Comes on when the engine coolant
temperature is low.
●
If the indicator stays on after the engine
has reached normal operating
temperature, there may be a problem
with the temperature sensors. Have the
vehicle inspected by a dealer.
—
ECON Mode
Indicator
●
Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON (w
, and goes off when the engine
starts.
●
Comes on when the ECON mode is
on.
2 ECON Button P. 123
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message

uuGauges and Multi- Information Display uMulti-Information Display
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Shows the outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.) or Celsius (Canada).■
Adjusting the outside temperature display
Adjust the temperature reading up to ±5°F or ±3°C if the temperature reading
seems incorrect.
Shows the instant fuel economy as a bar graph in mpg or l/100 km.
Shows you turn-by-turn driving directions to your destination linked with the
navigation system.2 Refer to the navigation system manual
■
Outside Temperature
■
Instant Fuel Economy
■
Turn-by-Turn Direction
*
1Outside Temperature
The temperature sensor is in the front bumper.
Road heat and exhaust from another vehicle can
affect the temperature reading when your vehicle
speed is less than 19 mph (30 km/h).
It may take several mi nutes for the display to be
updated after the temperature reading has stabilized.
Use the multi-information display's customized
features to corre ct the temperature.
2 Customized Features P. 901Turn-by-Turn Direction
You can select whether the turn-by-turn display
comes on or not during the route guidance.
2 Customized Features P. 90
* Not available on all models

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Instrument Panel
■
Real-Time score
The Eco assist scoring system is a point system
you can use to monitor your driving style and
its impact on fuel economy. Points are
represented by leaf icons on the multi-
information display. Leaves are:
• Accumulated when your driving style is fuel
efficient.
• Deducted when your style is not fuel
efficient.
■
Reset the system
To clear all leaves and lifetime points, complete step 5 through 7 within 30 seconds,
and do not run the engine.
1. The shift lever must be in
(P
.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
.
3. If the ECON mode is on, press the ECON button to turn it off.
4. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0
.
5. Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
again.
6. Depress the brake pedal twice.
u The ambient meter color changes from blue to green.
u When the Fuel Efficiency Backlight setting on the multi-information display
is off, the color stays in blue.
7. Press the ECON mode button twice.
u The ambient meter color turns off.
8. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0
.
■
Eco Assist Scoring (Real-Time Score)/Eco Guide FeedbackLeaf
ICON 1st Stage
2nd Stage3rd Stage

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88Instrument Panel
■
Eco guide feedback with eco drive bar
The bar extends to the right or left of the center line while driving. The more
aggressive the acceleration is, the further the bar extends to the right. The more
aggressive the deceleration is, the further the bar extends to the left. Keep the bar
near the center line for better fuel economy while driving.
Deceleration Acceleration
High Fuel Economy High Fuel Economy
Moderate Deceleration
Aggressive Deceleration Moderate Acceleration
Aggressive Acceleration
1 Eco guide feedback with eco drive bar
The ambient meter color changes corresponding to
the level of eco drive bar extension.

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Instrument Panel
*1: Not available on all models
*2: Default Setting
*3: Refer to the navigation system manual for complete details.Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable settings
Customize
Settings Display
SetupSelect
Wallpaper
Select the full-size analogue clock or the wallpaper.
Clock/Image 1/Image 2/
Image 3
Import
Wallpaper Import an image file for a new wallpaper. Three images can be stored.
2
Importing wallpapers
from USB P. 97
Delete
Wallpaper Delete an image file for a wallpaper. Image 1/Image 2/Image 3
Trip Meter
Item to
Display Select an item to be displayed along with average
fuel economy.
Range
*2/Elapsed Time/
Average Speed
Welcome
Screen Select whether the welcome screen comes on or
not when you
turn the ignition switch to ON . On
*2/Off
Color Theme Changes the color of the screen. Blue*2/Red/Amber/Gray
Turn by Turn
Display
*1, *3
Select whether the turn-by-turn display comes on
or not during the route guidance. On
*2/Off
Language
Selection Changes the displayed language. English
*2/Francais/Español
II

101
Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock.............................. 102
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................. 103
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 105
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 107
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 108
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 109
Opening and Closing the Trunk ....... 110
Security System
Immobilizer System .......................... 113
Security System Alarm ...................... 113Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 115
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch ................................. 117
Turn Signals ..................................... 118
Light Switches.................................. 118
Daytime Running Lights ................... 120
Wipers and Washers ........................ 121
Brightness Control ........................... 122
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
*
Button ........................................... 123
ECON Button ................................... 123
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 124 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 125
Door Mirrors .................................... 125
Adjusting the Seats Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 126
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsInterior Lights .................................. 131
Interior Convenience Items .............. 132
Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control .... 137
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 139
* Not available on all models