2013 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN maintenance

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uuIndicators uintelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) Warning and Information Messages*
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the schedule d 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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uuGauges and Displays uInformation Display*
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Instrument Panel
Information Display*
The information display shows the odomete r, trip meter, engine oil life and
maintenance service item codes, and other gauges.
Press the (Select/Reset) knob to change the display.
Shows the total number of miles or kilome ters that your vehicle has accumulated.
Shows the total number of miles or kilomete rs driven since the last reset. Meters A
and B can be used to measure 2 separate trips.
■Resetting a trip meter
To reset a trip meter, display it, then press and hold the knob. The trip meter is
reset to 0.0.
■Switching the Display
1Switching the Display
Each time you press the knob, the information
display changes as follows:
Average Fuel A
Trip Meter A, Odometer
Average Fuel B
Trip Meter B, Odometer
Engine Oil Life
Range
Trip Meter A, Odometer
■Odometer
■Trip Meter1 Trip Meter
Switch between trip mete r A and trip meter B by
pressing the knob.
* Not available on all models

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Instrument Panel
Shows the estimated average fuel economy of each trip meter in mpg or l/100 km.
The display is updated at set intervals. Wh en a trip meter is reset, the average fuel
economy is also reset.
Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance Minder
TM.2 Maintenance MinderTM P. 257
Shows the estimated distance you can travel on the remaining fuel. This distance is
estimated from the fuel economy of your trips in the past.
Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not installed.
2Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 338
■Average Fuel Economy
■Engine Oil Life
■Range
■Check Fuel Cap

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Instrument Panel
Shows the estimated average fuel economy of each trip meter in mpg or l/100 km.
The display is updated at set intervals. When a trip meter is reset, the average fuel
economy is also reset.
Shows the estimated distance you can travel on the remaining fuel. This distance is
estimated from the fuel econom y of your trips in the past.
Shows the time elapsed since the last time Trip A or Trip B was reset.
Shows the average speed in mph or km/h si nce the last time Trip A or Trip B was
reset.
Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance Minder
TM.2 Maintenance MinderTM P. 257
■Average Fuel Economy
■Range
■Elapsed Time
■Average Speed
■Engine Oil Life
1Average Fuel Economy
You can change when to reset the average fuel
economy.
2 Customized Features P. 85
You can choose an item to be displayed in the fuel
consumption screen. Average fuel economy, range,
elapsed time, or average speed can be selected.
2 Customized Features P. 85
2 Switching the Display P. 81
2.4 ℓ engine models
1Range
You can choose an item to be displayed in the fuel
consumption screen. Range, elapsed time, or average
speed can be selected. 2 Customized Features P. 85
2 Switching the Display P. 81
1.8 ℓ engine models

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Instrument Panel
■Customization flow
Press the MENU button.1Customized Features
You can exit the customizing screen at any time by
pressing the MENU button.
Vehicle Menu
Vehicle Information
Odometer/Trip Meter
Adjust Clock
Maintenance info
Trip Meter Reset
Select Trip/Odometer

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Instrument Panel
■List of customizable options
*1: Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable settings
Vehicle
InformationMaintenance infoResets the Maintenance MinderTM.No
/Yes
Odometer/
Trip Meter Trip Meter Reset
Resets the trip meter. Trip A/Trip B
Select Trip/Odometer Switches between odometer, trip meter A, and trip
meter B. ODO
*1/
Trip A /Trip B
Adjust ClockSets time display 12 hour or 24 hour and adjust the time.12 h*1/24 h

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uuAudio Error Messages uPandora®
Features
Pandora ®
If an error occurs while playing Pandora®, you may see the foll owing error messages.
If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer.
Error MessageSolution
PANDORA No StationAppears when there is no station list on the device. Use the device to create a station.
PANDORA Requires UpdateAppears when Pandora version is not supported. Please update the device application.
PANDORA UnavailableAppears when Pandora is performing sy stem maintenance. Try again later.
PANDORA Cannot ConnectAppears when Pandora is unable to play music. Check your device.
PANDORA Loading...Appears when Pandora is loading.
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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
•Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid, remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressure, check for damage and excessive wear.
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 297
•Make sure there are no people or obje cts behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICEWhen doors are frozen shut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert key if the water freezes in
the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable materials left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you've parked y our vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal.
Also check under the hood for leftover flammable
materials after you or so meone else has performed
maintenance on your vehicle.