2013 HONDA CIVIC Owners Manual

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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
Immobilizer System .......................... 112
Security System Alarm
*.................... 112
Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 114
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
*...... 116
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering WheelIgnition Switch ................................. 117
Turn Signals ..................................... 118
Light Switches.................................. 118
Fog Lights
*...................................... 121
Daytime Running Lights ................... 121
Wipers and Washers ........................ 122
Brightness Control ........................... 123
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
*
Button ........................................... 124
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 125 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 126
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 126
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 127
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience
Items Interior Lights .................................. 135
Interior Convenience Items .............. 136
Heating and Cooling
*
Using Vents, Heating and A/C
*........ 142
Climate Control System
*
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 146Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 148
* Not available on all models

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Setting the ClockClockYou 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.
■Adjusting the Time
1 Clock
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. 85
You cannot adjust the time while the vehicle is
moving.Models with navigation systemModels with i-MIDModels with information display
Models without navigation systemCLOCK KnobOn i-MID
On information display

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Locking and Unlocking the DoorsKey Types and FunctionsThis vehicle comes with the following key: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.
■Master Keys
1 Key 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

uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uKey Types and Functions
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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 Key
1Valet Key
When you need to leave a key with a third party,
leave the valet key.
Gray
■Key Number Tag
1Key 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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Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
■Locking the doors
Press the lock button.
Once: uSome exterior lights flash, all the doors
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 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. 85
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. 135
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 Button Battery P. 307
You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features P. 85Models with i-MID
LED
Unlock
Button Lock
Button* Not available on all models

uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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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 Key
1 Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door with a key, all 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. 85Models with remote transmitterModels with i-MID
Lock
Unlock
■Locking a Door Without Using a Key
1Locking 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 transmitterModels without remote transmitter
Models with remote transmitter

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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 Tab
1Using 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 TabTo Lock■Unlocking Using the Inne
r Handle of Front Doors
1Unlocking 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