2013 HONDA CIVIC Indicators

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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
*
ECON Mode
Indicator
*
●Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w, and goes
off when the engine starts.
●Comes on when you press the
ECON button.
2ECON Button
* P. 232
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator
*
●Comes on when you press the
CRUISE button.
2Cruise Control * P. 233
—
CRUISE
CONTROL
Indicator
*
●Comes on if you have set a speed for
cruise control.
2 Cruise Control * P. 233
—
Washer Level
Indicator
*
●Comes on when the washer fluid is
low.
●Refill the washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid
P. 281
—
Maintenance
Minder Indicator
*●Comes on when the scheduled
maintenance is due soon.
2 Maintenance Minder
TM P. 257
—
i-VTEC Indicator
*●Comes on when the i-VTEC system
switches the low RPM cams to the
high RPM cams.
●When the i-VTEC indicator comes on,
the rev indicator begins to come on
simultaneously.
2 i-VTEC indicator P. 78
—
Rev Indicators
*
●Come on when the tachometer
reading approaches the red zone.
2Rev indicators P. 78
—
IndicatorIndicator* Not available on all models

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uuIndicators uintelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) Warning and Information Messages
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intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) Warning and Information \
Messages
*
The following messages appear only on the i-MID. Press the (display/information) button to see the message again with the syst em
message indicator on.
Message
Condition
Explanation
●Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not
installed.
2 Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 338
●Appears if there is a problem with the DRL system.
●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Daytime Running Lights P. 121
●Appears when the washer fluid is low.
●Refill the washer fluid.
2Refilling Window Washer Fluid P. 281
Canadian models* Not available on all models

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uuIndicators uintelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) Warning and Information Messages
*
Instrument Panel
Message
Condition
Explanation
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due soon.●Consequently, SERVICE DUE NOW and SERVICE
PAST DUE follow.
2Maintenance Minder Messages on the i-MID P. 262
●Appears when you open the driver's door while the
ignition key is in ACCESSORY
(q.
●Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0, then remove the
key.
●Appears when you open the driver's door while the
ignition key is in LOCK
(0.
●Remove the key from the ignition switch.

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Instrument Panel
Gauges and DisplaysGaugesGauges include the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and related indicators.
They are displayed when the ignition switch is in ON
(w.
Displays your driving speed in mph or km/h.
Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Shows the instant fuel economy as a bar graph in mpg or l/100km.
■Speedometer■Tachometer■Fuel Gauge■Instant Fuel Economy Gauge
*
1 Gauges
Press and hold the km/mile change knob until you
hear a beep. The speedometer reading and the
displayed measurements switch between mph and
km/h.1Fuel GaugeNOTICEYou should refuel when the reading approaches .
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
damaging the catalytic converter.
The actual amount of remaining fuel may differ from
the fuel gauge reading.
E
1Instant Fuel Economy Gauge
*
Press and hold the km/mile change knob to switch
the measurement.
* Not available on all models

uuGauges and Displays uGauges
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■i-VTEC indicator
Comes on when the i-VTEC system switches
the low RPM cams to the high RPM cams.■Rev indicators
Come on when the tachometer reading
approaches the red zone on a scale of one to
six.
■i-VTEC and Rev Indicators
*
1 Rev indicators
When the fifth indicator (red) comes on, the engine
has reached its maximum output.
When all the indicators are on, the tachometer
reading is on the verge of entering into the red zone.
i-VTEC Indicator
Rev Indicators* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uAdjusting the Steering Wheel
Controls
Adjusting the Steering WheelThe steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you
can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture.
1.Pull the steering wheel adjustment lever up.
u The steering wheel adjustment lever is
under the steering column.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down, and
in or out.
u Make sure you can see the instrument
panel gauges and indicators.
3. Push the steering wheel adjustment lever
down to lock the steering wheel in position.
u After adjusting the position, make sure
you have securely locked the steering
wheel in place by trying to move it up,
down, in, and out.
1Adjusting the Steering Wheel
Make any steering wheel adjustments before you
start driving.
3
WARNING
Adjusting the steering wheel position while
driving may cause you to lose control of the
vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.
Adjust the steering wheel only when the
vehicle is stopped.
To adjustTo lock
Lever

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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the
seats.
u They can interfere with the driver's ability to operate the pedals, the operation
of the seats, or the operation of the sensors under the seats.
• Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.
2 Fastening a Seat Belt P. 33
•Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you start the
vehicle, and go off soon after.
u Always have a dealer check the vehicle if a problem is indicated.
2 Indicators P. 66

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 254Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 255Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 256
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 257
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 265Opening the Hood ........................... 267
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 268
Oil Check ......................................... 269
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 271Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 272
Engine Coolant ................................ 275
Transmission Fluid ............................ 277
Brake/Clutch Fluid ............................ 280
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 281
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 282Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 295Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 297Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 298Tire Labeling .................................... 298DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 300Wear Indicators................................ 302 Tire Service Life ................................ 302
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 303
Tire Rotation .................................... 304
Winter Tires ..................................... 305
Battery ............................................... 306
Remote Transmitter Care
*
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 307
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System
* Maintenance ....... 308
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 309
Exterior Care.................................... 311
* Not available on all models