2012 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID trailer

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of the Civic Hybrid. You may
find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner's manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 27
For Safe Driving P. 28 Seat Belts P. 32 Airbags P. 39
2Instrument Panel P. 69
Indicators P. 70 Gauges and Multi-Information Display P. 82
2Controls P. 101
Setting the Clock P. 102 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 103
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 117
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 131
2Features P. 141
Audio System P. 142 Audio System Basic Operation* P. 145
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 167
2 Driving P. 191
Before Driving P. 192 Towing a Trailer P. 197
Refueling P. 222 Fuel Economy P. 225
2Maintenance P. 227
Before Performing Maintenance P. 228 Maintenance Minder™ P. 231
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 252
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 265
2Handling the Unexpected P. 271
Tools P. 272 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 273
Overheating P. 283 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 285
2Information P. 293
Specifications P. 294 Identification Numbers P. 296
Emissions Testing P. 299 Warranty Coverages P. 301
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before DrivingDriving Preparation .......................... 192
Maximum Load Limit........................ 195
Towing a Trailer Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 197
When Driving Starting the Engine .......................... 198
Precautions While Driving................. 201
Automatic Transmission (CVT) .......... 202
Shifting ............................................ 203
Cruise Control ................................. 205
VSA
® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC
(Electronic Stability Control), System .. 208
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ... 210
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 211
Braking Brake System ................................... 213
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........... 215
Brake Assist System.......................... 216 Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped ................................ 217
Auto Idle Stop ................................. 218
Parking ............................................ 221
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 222
How to Refuel ................................. 223
Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy .................. 225
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 226
Modifications................................... 226

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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Continued
Driving
Maximum Load LimitThe maximum load for your vehicle is 850 lbs (385 kg).
See Tire and Loading Information label attached to the driver's doorjamb\
.
This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement "The combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." on your
vehicle's placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figu re equals the availabl e amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount
equals 1,400 lbs. an d there will be five 15 0 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the amount of available carg o and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs.
(1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accessories, and all cargo.
2 Specifications P. 294
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 294
3
WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
Label Example

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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Driving
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicle. Co nsult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a lab el on the driver’s doorjamb.Load Limits Example
Example1
Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo Weight
550 lbs
(249 kg)
Example2 Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs
(68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo Weight
100 lbs
(45 kg)

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Driving
Towing a TrailerYour vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.Towing Your VehicleYour vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 292

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INDEX
Spare Tire......................................... 273, 295
Spark Plugs ............................................... 294
Specifications ........................................... 294
Specified Fuel ................................... 222, 294
Speedometer .............................................. 82
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 39
Starting the Engine .................................. 198
Does Not Start ........................................ 279
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 117
Jump Starting ......................................... 280
Steering Wheel ........................................ 124
Adjusting ................................................ 124
Stopping ................................................... 217
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 42
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................ 2, 3, 117
System Message Indicator ......................... 76TTachometer................................................ 82
Temperature High Temperature Indicator ...................... 78
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 78
Outside Temperature Display .................... 86
Temperature Sensor .................................. 86
Time (Setting) ........................................... 102
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 210
Indicator ........................................... 75, 288
Tires .......................................................... 254 Air Pressure ..................................... 255, 295
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 254
Compact Spare Tire ......................... 273, 295
Inspection ................................................ 254
Labeling .................................................. 255
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 273
Regulations ............................................. 257
Rotation .................................................. 261
Tire Chains .............................................. 262
Wear Indicators ....................................... 259
Winter ..................................................... 262
Tools .......................................................... 272
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 197
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 197
Emergency .............................................. 292
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 210
Indicator ............................................ 75, 288
Transmission ............................................. 203
Automatic ............................................... 203
Fluid ........................................................ 244
Number ................................................... 296
Shift Lever Position Indicator .............. 71, 204
Trip Meter ................................................... 84
Troubleshooting ....................................... 271
Blown Fuse ...................................... 289, 290
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 23
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 23
Emergency Towing .................................. 292
Engine Does Not Start ............................. 279
Noise When Braking .................................. 23 Overheating ............................................ 283
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 273
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 22, 108
Regular Gasoline ............................. 222, 294
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 282
Warning Indicators .................................... 70
Trunk ......................................................... 110
Lid........................................................... 110
Light Bulb................................................ 294
Turn Signals .............................................. 118
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 76
UUnlocking the Doors ................................ 105
Unlocking the Front Doors from the
Inside ......................................................... 15
USB Adapter Cable ................................... 143
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 166VValet Key................................................... 104
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 296
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®) .................. 208
Off Button............................................... 209
Off Indicator.............................................. 74
System Indicator ........................................ 73
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 237, 295
VSA
® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 208