2012 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID turn signal

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uTurn Signals
Controls
Turn Signals
The turn signals can be used when the ignition
switch is in ON
(w
.
Light Switches
Rotating the light switch turns the lights on
and off, regardless of the position of the
ignition switch.■
High beams
Push the lever forward until you hear a click.
■
Low beams
When in high beams, pull the lever back to
return to low beams.
■
Flashing the high beams
Pull the lever back, and release it.
Right Turn
Left Turn
■
Manual Operation
1 Light Switches
If you remove the key fr om the ignition switch while
the lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver’s
door is opened.
When the lights are on, the lights on indicator in the
instrument panel will be on.
2 Lights On Indicator P. 77
Do not leave the lights on when the engine is off
because it will cause the battery to discharge.
High Beams
Flashing the high beams
Low Beams
Turns on side marker, tail, and
rear license plate lights
Turns on headlights, parking, side
marker, tail, and rear license plate
lights

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uuAudio System Basic Operation
*uPlaying the AM/FM Radio
Features
Playing the AM/FM Radio
002300
75°
F miles
FM Button
AM Button
Press to select a band. Button
Press to go back to
the previous display and
select an RDS category.SCAN Button
Press to sample each of the
strongest stations on the
selected band for 10 seconds.
To turn off scan, press the
button again. (Power) Button
Press to turn the audio
system ON and OFF.
Preset Buttons (1-6)
To store a station:
1. Tune to the selected station.
2. Pick a preset button and hold it until you hear a beep.
To listen to a stored station, select a
band, then press the preset button.
(SEEK/SKIP) Buttons
Press to search up and down the
selected band for a station with a
strong signal.SETUP Button
Press to display menu items.
Selector Knob
Turn to adjust the volume.
Press and turn to tune the radio
frequency.

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uuAudio System Basic Operation
*uPlaying the AM/FM Radio
Features
Use the auto select feature to scan both bands and store the strongest station in
each preset.
1.Press the SETUP button.
2. Rotate to select Auto Select, then press
.
To turn off auto select, press SETUP button
and rotate to select Auto Select, then press
.■
Auto Select
1 Playing the AM/FM Radio
The ST indicator appears on the display indicating
stereo FM broadcasts.
Stereo reproduction in AM is not available.
Switching the Audio Mode
Press the SOURCE button on the steering wheel.
2 Audio Remote Controls P. 146
You can store six AM stations and twelve FM stations
into the preset button memory. FM1 and FM2 let you
store six stations each.
Auto Select function scans and stores up to six AM
stations and twelve FM stations with a strong signal
into the preset button memory.
If you do not like the stations auto select has stored,
you can manually store your preferred frequencies.
Sound Settings

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uFront Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Turn the steering wheel all the way to the
opposite side from the light being replaced.
Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel to
the left.
Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to the
right.
2. Remove the holding clips, and pull the inner
fender back.
3. Turn the socket to the left and remove it,
then remove the old bulb.
4. Insert a new bulb.Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light BulbsDoor mirrors have the side turn lights. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and
replace the light bulbs.Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light:
28/8 W
1Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs
When removing the clip, inser t a flat-tip screwdriver,
then lift and remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the pin raised, and push until it is
flat.
Clip
Push until the
pin is flat
Clip Inner
FenderBulb Socket

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uBack-Up Light and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Back-Up Light and Rear Turn Signal Light BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the holding clips using a flat-tip
screwdriver, then pull the lining back.
2. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
Remove the old bulb.
3. Insert a new bulb.Brake/Taillight and Rear Side Maker BulbsBrake/rear taillight and rear side marker bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized
Honda dealer inspect and replace the light bulbs.Back-Up Light: 21 W
Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W (Amber)
1Back-Up Light and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs
When removing the clip, inser t a flat-tip screwdriver,
then lift and remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the pin raised, and push until it is
flat.
Clip
Push until the
pin is flat
Lining
Clip
Bulb Socket

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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uRear License Plate Light Bulb
Maintenance
Rear License Plate Light BulbWhen replacing, use the following bulb.
1.Remove the screw from the center of the
fastener using a Phillips-head screwdriver.
2. Remove the holding clips using a flat-tip
screwdriver, then pull the lining back.
2 Back-Up Light and Rear Turn Signal
Light Bulbs P. 250
3.Remove the license plate light assembly by
squeezing the tabs on both sides of the
socket.
4. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.
High-Mount Brake Light BulbsHigh-mount brake light bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer
inspect and replace the light bulbs.Rear License Plate Light: 5 W
Lining
Clip
Fastener
Bulb
Socket

294Information
Specifications■Vehicle SpecificationsModel
Honda Civic Hybrid
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating
U.S.: 3,837 lbs (1,740 kg)
Canada: 1,740 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)
U.S.: 2,007 lbs (910 kg)
Canada: 910 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)
U.S.: 1,852 lbs (840 kg)
Canada: 840 kg
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 13.2 – 15.0 oz (375 – 425 g)
Lubricant Type SE-10Y
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ 12 Volt Battery
■ Washer FluidDisplacement
91 cu-in (1,497 cm
3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILFR6J11
Fuel:
Type
Unleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 13.2 US gal (50 ℓ)
Capacity/Type
32AH(5)/40AH(20)
Tank Capacity
U.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 5.12 US qt (4.85 ℓ)
■ Light BulbsHeadlights (Low Beam)
51W (HB4)
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side
Marker Lights
28/8W
Rear Side Marker Lights LED
Brake/Taillights
LED
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors) LED
Back-Up Lights
21W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W (Amber)
High-Mount Brake Light
LED
License Plate Light 5W
Trunk Light
5W
Interior Lights
Spotlight 8W
Ceiling Light 8W

306INDEX
Fluid ........................................................ 245
Foot Brake ............................................... 214
Indicator ............................................ 70, 287
Parking Brake .......................................... 213
Brightness Control (In strument Panel).... 122
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 247
Back-Up Light and Rear Turn Signal Light ...................................................... 250
Brake/Taillight and Rear Si de Marker
Bulbs ..................................................... 250
Bulb Specifications ................................... 294
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light ...................................................... 249
Headlights ............................................... 247
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 251
Rear License Plate Light............................ 251
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator....... 249
CCarbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 66
Carrying Cargo .................................. 193, 195
CD Player ................................................... 151
Certification Label .................................... 296
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 247
Charging System Indicator ................. 71, 285
Child Safety ................................................. 54
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 108
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 112
Child Seat .................................................... 54
Booster Seats ............................................. 65 Child Seat for Infants................................. 56
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 57
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 61
Larger Children ......................................... 64
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 56
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
Using a Tether ........................................... 63
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 108
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 268
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 266
Climate Control System ............................ 137
Changing the Mode ................................ 137
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 138
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 265
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 137
Sensors ................................................... 139
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 137
Clock .......................................................... 102
Coat Hook ................................................. 135
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 273, 295
Console Compartment ............................. 132
Controls ..................................................... 101
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 242
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 243
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 242
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 78
Low Temperature Indicator........................ 78
Overheating ............................................ 283
Creep Aid System ..................................... 200 Creeping
................................................... 202
Cruise Control .......................................... 205
Indicator ................................................... 79
Cup Holders .............................................. 133
Customer Service Information ................ 304
Customized Features ................................. 90
DDaytime Running Lights .......................... 120
Dead Battery ............................................ 280
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 138
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 297
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 118
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 125
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 238
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 118
Display/Information Button ...................... 83
Door Mirrors ............................................. 125
Doors ........................................................ 103
Auto Door Locking.................................. 109
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 109
Door Open Indicator ........................... 31, 74
Keys........................................................ 103
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Inside...................................... 107
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside................................... 105
Lockout prevention system...................... 106