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Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Civic SedanHandling the Unexpected (P 297)
Flat Tire (P 299)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P 313)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won't Start
(P 306)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 318)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 311)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 321)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuReplacing Light Bulbs uRear License Plate Light Bulb
Maintenance
Rear License Plate Light Bulb
When 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.
2Low Beam Headlights P. 271
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.
Rear License Plate Light: 5 W
Lining
Clip
FastenerModels with trunk lid lining
Bulb
SocketAll models
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Open the trunk floor lid.
2. Take the tool case out of the trunk. Take
the jack and wheel nut wrench out of the
tool case.
3. Unscrew the wing bolt, and remove the
spacer cone. Then, remove the spare tire.
4. Place a wheel block or ro ck in front and rear
of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.
■Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire1 Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire
NOTICE
Do not mount the compact spare on the front. If
mounted on the front, the compact spare, smaller in
size than the normal tire, may damage the
differential.
If either front tire goes flat, remove the rear tire on
the same side, and mount the compact spare on the
rear and the rear tire on the front.
2.4 ℓ engine models
Tool Case
Spare Tire
Wheel
Blocks
The tire to be replaced.
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Place the jack under the jacking point
closest to the tire to be changed.
2. Turn the end bracket (as shown in the
image) clockwise until the top of the jack
contacts the jacking point.
u Make sure that the jacking point tab is
resting in the jack notch.
3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar
and the jack handle, until the tire is off the
ground.
■How to Set Up the Jack1How to Set Up the Jack
Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the
vehicle.
Use the jack provided in your vehicle.
Other jacks may not support the weight ("load") or
their shape may not match.
The following instructions must be followed to use
the jack safely.
•Do not use while the engine is running.
•Use only where the ground is firm and level.
•Use only at the jacking points.
•Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.
•Do not put anything on top of or underneath the
jack.
3WARNING
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack,
seriously injuring anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire
exactly, and never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the jack.
Jack
Handle
Bar Wheel Nut
Wrench as Jack Handle
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5. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack.
Tighten the wheel nuts in the order
indicated in the image. Go around,
tightening the nuts, two to three times in
this order.
Wheel nut torque:
80 lbf∙ft (108 N∙m, 11 kgf∙m)
1. Remove the center cap.
2. Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire
well.
3. Remove the spacer cone from the wing
bolt, flip it over, and insert it back on the
bolt. Secure the flat tire with the wing bolt.
4. Securely put the jack and wheel nut wrench
back in the tool case. Store the case in the
trunk.
■Storing the Flat Tire1Storing the Flat Tire
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.Spacer
ConeWing
Bolt
For compact spare tireFor
normal
tire
Models with aluminum wheels
All models
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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
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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
SRS Airbags (Airbags)................................ 38
Starting the Engine.................................. 211
Does Not Start ........................................ 306
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 117
Jump Starting ......................................... 307
Steering Wheel........................................ 124
Adjusting ................................................ 124
Stopping................................................... 233
Summer Tires............................................ 288
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)....... 38
Switches (Around the
Steering Wheel)............................. 2, 3, 117
System Message Indicator......................... 72
T
Tachometer................................................ 78
Temperature
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 69
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 74
Outside Temperature Display .................... 85
Temperature Sensor.................................. 85
Time (Setting)............................................. 98
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)..................................................... 225
Indicator ............................. 71, 72, 316, 317
Tires.......................................................... 280
Air Pressure............................. 281, 325, 327
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 280
Inspection ............................................... 280
Labeling .................................................. 281
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 299
Regulations ............................................. 283
Rotation .................................................. 287
Spare Tire ................................ 299, 325, 327
Summer .................................................. 288
Tire Chains .............................................. 288
Wear Indicators ....................................... 285
Winter ..................................................... 288
Tools.......................................................... 298
Towing a Trailer....................................... 207
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 208
Load Limits .............................................. 207
Towing Your Vehicle................................ 210
Emergency .............................................. 321
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System).................................................... 225
Indicator .............................. 71, 72, 316, 317
Transmission..................................... 215, 217
Automatic ............................................... 215
Fluid ................................................ 263, 264
Manual .................................................... 217
Number ................................................... 328
Shift Position Indicator ....................... 67, 216
Trip Meter............................................. 80, 83
Troubleshooting....................................... 297
Blown Fuse ...................................... 318, 319
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 19
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 20
Emergency Towing .................................. 321
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 306
Noise When Braking .................................. 20
Overheating ............................................ 311
Premium Gasoline ........................... 234, 326
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 299
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 19, 104
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 310
Warning Indicators .................................... 66
Trunk......................................................... 109
Lid........................................................... 109
Light Bulb........................................ 324, 326
Turn Signals.............................................. 118
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 73
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Unlocking the Doors................................ 101
Unlocking the Front Doors
from the Inside......................................... 11
USB Adapter Cable........................... 144, 145
USB Flash Drives....................................... 176
V
Valet Key................................................... 100
Vanity Mirrors............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number................ 328
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®).................. 223
Off Button............................................... 224
Off Indicator.............................................. 70
System Indicator ........................................ 70
Viscosity (Oil)............................ 254, 325, 327
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist).................. 223
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