2012 HONDA CIVIC Owners Manual

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uuGauges and DisplaysuMulti-Information Display*
Instrument Panel
Selecting a Wallpaper
1.Press the MENU button.
2. Select Customize Settings with the /
button, then press the SOURCE button.
3. Select Display Setup with the /
button, then press the SOURCE button.
4. Select Select Wallpaper with the /
button, then press the SOURCE button.
5. Select the image file you want with the
/ button, then press the SOURCE
button.
uWhen the scroll is stopped, the
thumbnail is displayed.
6. Press the MENU button to exit the
customize screen.
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock ................................ 98
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions ... ................. 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 101
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................. 103
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 104
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking *
........ 105
Opening and Closing the Trunk ....... 109
Security System ................................ 112
Immobilizer System .......................... 112
Security System Alarm *
.................... 112
Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 114Opening and Closing the Moonroof*...... 116Operating the Switches Around the
Steering WheelIgnition Switch ................................. 117
Turn Signals ..................................... 118
Light Switches.................................. 118Fog Lights *
...................................... 120
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
....................... 125
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 125
Power Door Mirrors *
....................... 125
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 126
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 126
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 134
Interior Lights .................................. 134
Interior Convenience Items .............. 135
Heating and Cooling *
....................... 140
Using Vents, Heating and A/C *
........ 140
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Setting the Clock
Clock
You can adjust the time in the clock display, using the CLOCK knob with the ignition
switch in ON
(w.
1.Press the CLOCK knob to access the clock
adjustment mode screen.
2. Turn the CLOCK knob to adjust the hours.
3. Press the CLOCK knob. The display switches
to minute adjustment.
4. Turn the CLOCK knob to adjust the
minutes.
5. Press the CLOCK knob to complete clock
adjustment.
1Clock
The clock is automatically updated through the
navigation system, so the time does not need to be
adjusted.
You can customize the clock display to show the 12
hour clock or 24 hour clock.
2 Customized Features P. 86
You cannot adjust the time while the vehicle is
moving.
Models with navigation system
Models with multi-information display
Models with information display
Models without navigation system
CLOCK Knob
On multi-information display
On information display

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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the keys to start and stop the engine, to
lock and unlock the doors and to open the
trunk. You can also use the remote
transmitter*
to lock and unlock the doors and
to open the trunk.
There is a panic button in the remote
transmitter.
■Master Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All of the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle theft. 2 Immobilizer System P. 112
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to the electronics: • Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
• Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.
• Keep the keys away from liquids.
• Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the remote transmitter may not work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
Black
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Can be used to start and stop the engine, and
lock and unlock driver's door.
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
■Valet Key1Valet Key
When you need to leave a key with a third party,
leave the valet key.
Gray
■Key Number Tag1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine, contact a dealer.

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside■Locking the doors
Press the LOCK button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights will flash, all the
doors will lock, and the security system sets.
Twice (within five seconds after the first
push):
uA beeper sounds and verifies the security
system is set.
■ Unlocking the doors
Press the UNLOCK button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights will flash twice, and
the driver's door unlocks.
Twice:
uThe remaining doors unlock.
■Using the Remote Transmitter *1Using the Remote Transmitter
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of
unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter,
the doors will automatically relock.
You can change the relock timer setting.
2 Customized Features P. 86
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior lights come on when you press
the UNLOCK button.
No doors opened: The lights fade out after 30
seconds.
Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off immediately. 2 Interior Lights P. 134
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so
the operating range may vary depending on the
surroundings.
The remote will not lock the vehicle when a door is open.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead. 2 Replacing the Battery P. 290
You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features P. 86
Models with multi-information display
LED
Unlock
Button Lock
Button
* Not available on all models

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Fully insert the key and turn it. ■ Locking the driver's door
Push the lock tab forward
a or push the
master door lock switch in the lock direction
b, and close the door.
Pull and hold the outside door handle, then
push the lock tab forward
a.
Release the handle, then close the door.
■ Locking the passenger's doors
Push the lock tab forward and close the door.
■ Lockout prevention system
The doors cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch, and any door is open.
■Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key1Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door with a key, all of the
other doors lock at the same time. When unlocking,
the driver's door unlocks first. Turn the key a second
time within a few seconds to unlock the remaining doors.
You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features P. 86
Models with remote transmitter
Models with multi-information display
Lock
Unlock
■Locking a Door Without Using a Key1Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door, all the other doors
lock at the same time.
Make sure you have the key in your hand before
locking the door to prevent it from being locked in the vehicle.
Models with remote transmitter
Models with remote transmitter
Models without remote transmitter
Models with remote transmitter

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Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside■Locking a door
Push the lock tab forward. ■ Unlocking a door
Pull the lock tab rearward.
Pull the front door inner handle.
uThe door unlocks and opens in one
motion.
■Using the Lock Tab1Using the Lock Tab
When you lock the door using the lock tab on the
driver's door, all of the other doors lock at the same time.
When you unlock the door using the lock tab on the
driver's door, only the driver's door will unlock.
Models with remote transmitter
To Unlock Lock Tab
To Lock
■Unlocking Using the Inne
r Handle of Front Doors1Unlocking Using the Inner Handle of Front Doors
The inner front door handles are designed to allow
front seat occupants to open the door in one motion.
However this feature requires that front seat
occupants never pull a front door inner handle while
the vehicle is in motion.
Children should always ride in a rear seat where
childproof door locks are provided.
2 Childproof Door Locks P. 104
Inner
Handle