2012 HONDA CIVIC tire pressure

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uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure indicator comes on
while you are driving. After driving for a few miles (kilometers), the indicator will go
off and the TPMS indicator comes on, but this is normal.
If you replace the tire with a specified regular tire, the low tire pressure or TPMS
indicator will go off after a few miles (kilometers).
If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. After driving for a few miles (kilometers), the
indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on. "CHECK TPMS
SYSTEM" appears on the multi-information display, but this is normal.
If you replace the tire with a specified regular tire, the warning message on the
multi-information display and the TPMS indicator will go off after a few miles
(kilometers).
■TPMS and the Spare Tire1TPMS and the Spare Tire
The system cannot monitor the pressure of the spare
tire. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure
that it is correct.
Use TPMS specific wheels. Each is equipped with a
tire pressure sensor mounted inside the tire behind
the valve stem.
U.S. models with information display
U.S. models with multi-information display

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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Low Tire Pressure Indicator Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure Indicator Comes On■Reasons for the indicator to come on
A tire pressure is significantly low. If the compact spare tire is installed,
the indicator stays on for a while, and then goes off.■ What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Check the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The specified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
If the TPMS Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with the TPMS.
• If the compact spare is installed, the indicator comes on after driving
for a few miles (kilometers).
■ What to do when the indicator comes on
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire has triggered the indicator to comes on, change the tire to a
full size tire. The indicator goes off after a while.
U.S. models with information display
1If the Low Tire Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
U.S. models with information display

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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS or
the compact spare tire is installed, the indicator blinks for about one
minute, and then stays on. ■ What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Check the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The specified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.■ What to do when the indicator blinks
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire has triggered the indicator to blink, change the tire to a full
size tire. The indicator goes off after a while.
U.S. models with multi-information display
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.

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uuSpecificationsu
Continued
Information
■Brake/Clutch Fluid
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
■Manual Transmission Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 2.5 US qt (2.4 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Manual Transmission Fluid
Capacity Change 1.5 US qt (1.4 ℓ)
■Engine Oil
■Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 3.7 US qt (3.5 ℓ)
Change
including
filter
3.9 US qt (3.7 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.48 US gal (5.59 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.125 US gal (0.475 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■Tire
*1: DX and LX models
*2: HF model
*3: EX and EX-L models
Regular
SizeP195/65R15 89H *1
P195/65R15 89S *2
P205/55R16 89H *3
Pressure
psi(kPa[kgf/cm
2
])30 (210 [2.1]) *1
32 (220 [2.2]) *2, *3
Compact
Spare Size T135/80D15 99M
Pressure
psi(kPa[kgf/cm
2
]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular15 x 6J
*1, *2
16 x 6 1/2J *3
Compact Spare15 x 4T

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uuSpecificationsu
Information
■Brake/Clutch Fluid
■Manual Transmission Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda Manual Transmission Fluid
Capacity Change 2.0 US qt (1.9 ℓ)
■Engine Oil
■Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Change
including
filter
4.4 US qt (4.2 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.45 US gal (5.5 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.125 US gal (0.475 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■Tire
*1: Optional for U.S. models (summer tires)
Regular
SizeP215/45R17 87V
215/45ZR17 91W *1
Pressure
psi(kPa[kgf/cm
2
])32 (220 [2.2])
Compact
Spare Size T135/80D16 101M
Pressure
psi(kPa[kgf/cm
2
]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular17 x 7J
Compact Spare16 x 4T

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Information
Devices that Emit Radio Waves
The following products and systems on your vehicle emit radio waves when in
operation.
Each of the above complies with the appropriate requirements or the required
standards of FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada
Standard, described below: As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
Audio System
Bluetooth ®
Audio
Bluetooth ®
HandsFreeLink ®
Immobilizer System
Remote Transmitter
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S. models only)

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INDEX
Electric Power Steering System (EPS)Indicator ........................................... 71, 315
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 223
Emergency ................................................ 321
Emergency Trunk Opener ....................... 111
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 331
Engine ....................................................... 328
Coolant .................................................. 261
Jump Starting ......................................... 307
Oil .......................................................... 254
Starting................................................... 211
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 117
Engine Coolant ........................................ 261
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 262
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 261
High Temperature Indicator ....... ............... 69
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 74
Overheating ............................................ 311
Engine Oil ................................................. 254
Adding ................................................... 257
Checking ................................................ 255
Displaying Oil Life ........................... 243, 247
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 66, 313
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 254
EPS (Electric Power Steering
System) .............................................. 71, 315
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 62
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 294
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 125 F Features
..................................................... 143
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 291
Oil ........................................................... 258
Flat Tire ..................................................... 299
Floor Mats ................................................. 293
Fluids Automatic Transmission........................... 263
Brake/Clutch............................................ 266
Engine Coolant........................................ 261
Manual Transmission ............................... 264
Windshield Washer.................................. 267
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 73
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 132
Foot Brake ................................................. 230
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 38
Front Seats ................................................ 126
Adjusting................................................. 126
Fuel ...................................................... 16, 234
Economy ................................................. 237
Gauge ....................................................... 78
Instant Fuel Economy........................... 78, 85
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 68
Range.................................................. 81, 84
Recommendation .................................... 234
Refueling ................................................. 234
Fuel Economy ............................................ 237
Fuel Fill Cap ......................................... 16, 236
Message .................................................. 314
Fuel Fill Door ....................................... 16, 235 Fuses
.......................................................... 318
Inspecting and Changing........ ................. 320
Locations......................................... 318, 319
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 237
Gauge ....................................................... 78
Information ............................................. 234
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 78, 85
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 68
Refueling................................................. 234
Gauges ........................................................ 78
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission .......................... 215
Manual Transmission ............................... 218
Glass (care) ................................................ 295
Glove Box .................................................. 135
H
Halogen Bulbs .................................. 268, 272
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 297
HandsFreeLink® (HFL) ............................. 177
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook
and Call History ..................................... 191
Automatic Transferring............................ 189
Caller’s ID Information............................. 189
HFL Buttons............................................. 177
HFL Menus .............................................. 179

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INDEX
HFL Status Display.................................... 178
Making a Call .......................................... 195
Options During a Call .............................. 200
Phone Setup ............................................ 183
Receiving a Call ....................................... 199
Speed Dial ............................................... 192
To Clear the System ................................. 190
To Create a Security PIN........................... 188
Hazard Warning Button ............................... 2
Head Restraints ......................................... 129
Headlights ................................................. 118
Aiming .................................................... 268
Automatic Operation ............................... 119
Dimming ......................................... 118, 120
Operating ................................................ 118
Heaters (Seat) ............................................ 139
Heating and Cooling System .................... 140
Cooling ................................................... 142
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 142
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 291
Heating ................................................... 141
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®
)............................... 177
High-Beam Indicator .................................. 73
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 328
Engine and Transmission.......................... 328
Vehicle Identification ............................... 328
Ignition Switch .......................................... 117 Illumination Control
................................. 122
Knob ....................................................... 122
Immobilizer System .................................. 112
Indicator.................................................... 74
Indicators .................................................... 66
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)..................... 69
Charging System ............................... 67, 313
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 75, 221
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 75, 220
Daytime Running Lights............................. 71
Door Open .......................................... 27, 70
ECON Mode ...................................... 75, 123
EPS (Electric Power Steering
System) ........................................... 71, 315
Fog Light ................................................... 73
High Temperature ..................................... 69
High-Beam ................................................ 73
Immobilizer System ................................... 74
i-VTEC ................................................. 75, 79
Lights On .................................................. 73
Low Fuel ................................................... 68
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 66, 313
Low Temperature ...................................... 74
Low Tire Pressure .............................. 72, 225
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 72, 225, 226
Maintenance Minder ......................... 75, 243
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 67, 314
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 66, 315
REV ..................................................... 75, 79
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 29, 68
Security System Alarm ............................... 74 Shift Position............................................. 67
Side Airbag Off ................................... 48, 73
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 46, 69
System Message ....................................... 72
TPMS ................................................ 71, 227
Transmission ............................................. 68
Trunk Open .............................................. 71
Turn Signal ............................................... 73 VSA
®
(Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ............................................ 70, 223
VSA ®
OFF .......................................... 70, 224
Washer Level ............................................ 75
Information .............................................. 323
Information Display ................................... 80
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 78, 85
Instrument Panel ........................................ 65
Brightness Control .................................. 122
Interior Lights ........................................... 134
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 125
i-VTEC and REV Indicators ......................... 79
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 302
Jump Starting ........................................... 307
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 100
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 102