2013 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN remote start

Contents
Child Safety P. 50Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 62 Safety Labels P. 63
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 109 Security Sy stem P. 112 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 114
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 117 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 126
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 135 Heating and Cooling
* P. 142
Audio Error Messages P. 175 General Information on the Audio System P. 178
When Driving P. 223Braking P. 241 Parking Your Vehicle P. 245
Accessories and Modifications P. 251
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 265 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 282
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 297 Battery P. 306 Remote Transmitter Care* P. 307
Cleaning P. 309
Engine Does Not Start P. 330 Jump Starting P. 331 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 334
Fuses P. 341 Emergency Towing P. 344
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 351 Reporting Safety Defects P. 352
Authorized Manuals P. 357 Customer Service Information P. 358
Quick Reference GuideP. 2
Safe DrivingP. 25
Instrument PanelP. 65
ControlsP. 97
FeaturesP. 149
DrivingP. 213
MaintenanceP. 253
Handling the UnexpectedP. 313
InformationP. 345
IndexP. 359

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Quick Reference GuideWhy do the doors lock
after I unlocked the doors
using a remote
transmitter?
If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatica lly for security.
Why does the beeper
sound when I open the
driver's door?The beeper sounds when:
●The key is left in the ignition switch.
●The exterior lights are left on.
Why does the beeper
sound when I start driving?The beeper sounds when:
●Driver and/or front passenger ar e not wearing their seat belts.
●The parking brake lever is not fully released.
Why do I hear a screeching
sound when I apply the
brake pedal?The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
Is it possible to use
unleaded gasoline with a
Pump Octane Number
(PON) of 87 or higher on
this vehicle?
Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number of 91 or higher
is recommended.
If premium unleaded gasoline with a PON of 91 or higher is not
available, you can temporarily us e the gasoline with a PON of
87 or higher.
This will result in decreased engine performance, and can cause
occasional metallic knocki ng noise in the engine.
Models with remote transmitter
2.4 ℓ engine models

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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This 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 apar t except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the re mote transmitter may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
Black
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the follow ing when inserting the key in to the ignition switch:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle's immobilizer system near the ignition
switch.
Security System Alarm*
The security system alarm activates when the doors, trunk, or hood are opened
without the key, or remote transmitter.
■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all of the exterior lights flash.
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, or remote transmitter. The system, along with the
horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1 Immobilizer System
NOTICELeaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
1 Security System Alarm*
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.
* Not available on all models

Index
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Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 243
Accessories and Modifications ................ 251
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 139
Additives Coolant .................................................. 275
Engine Oil ............................................... 268
Washer ................................................... 281
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 268
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 134
Front Seats.............................................. 127
Head Restraints ....................................... 130
Mirrors.................................................... 126
Rear Seats ............................................... 133
Steering Wheel ....................................... 125
Temperature ............................................. 84
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) ....................... 146
Changing the Mode................................ 147
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows........................................ 147
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 308
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mo de................... 147
Sensor .................................................... 148
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 146
Air Conditioning System (Heating and Cooling System) ............... 142
Cooling................................................... 144
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows........................................ 145 Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 308
Heating ................................................... 143
Air Pressure ............................... 298, 347, 349
Airbags ........................................................ 37
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 43
After a Collision... ...................................... 40
Airbag Care ............................................... 49
Event Data Recorder .................................. 22
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 40
Indicator .............................................. 47, 69
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 48
Sensors...................................................... 37
Side Airbags .............................................. 44
Side Curtain Airbags ...... ............................ 46
AM/FM Radio .................................... 154, 159
Anti-lock Brak e System (ABS) .................. 243
Indicator .................................................... 69
Armrest ..................................................... 134
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 157
Audio System ............................................ 150
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 153, 158
Auxiliary Input Jack ...... ............................ 151
Error Messages ........................................ 175
General Information ................................ 178
Internet Radio.......................................... 168
MP3/WMA ...................................... 155, 162
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 170
Reactivating............................................. 152
Recommended CDs ................................. 178
Recommended Devices ............................ 180
Remote Controls ..................................... 157 Security Code .......................................... 152
Theft Protection ...................................... 152
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 151
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 180
Authorized Manuals ................................ 357
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 105
Customize ......................................... 91, 106
Automatic Lighting .................................. 119
Automatic Transmission ........................... 226
Creeping ................................................. 226
Fluid ........................................................ 277
Kickdown ................................................ 226
Operating the Shift Lever................... 16, 228
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 334
Shifting ................................................... 227
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 151
Average Fuel Economy ........................ 80, 83
Average Speed ........................................... 83
B
Battery...................................................... 306
Charging System Indicato r................. 67, 337
Jump Starting .......................................... 331
Maintenance (Checking th e Battery) ........ 306
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 307
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 30
Beverage Holders ..................................... 138
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 173
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®..................... 181
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 61

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Index
Information.............................................. 345
Information Display ................................... 79
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 77, 84
Instrument Panel ........................................ 65
Brightness Control .................................. 123
intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) ....................................................... 81
Interior Lights ........................................... 135
Interior Rearview Mirror ......................... 126
i-VTEC and REV Indicators ......................... 78
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 318
Jump Starting ........................................... 331
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 100
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 102
Keys ............................................................. 99
Lockout Prevention .......... ....................... 102
Master Keys .............................................. 99
Number Tag............................................ 100
Rear Door Won’t Open .... ....................... 104
Remote Transmitter ................................ 101
Types and Functions.................................. 99
Valet Key ................................................ 100
Won’t Turn ............................................... 20
Kickdown (Automat ic Transmission)...... 226
L
Language (HFL)......................................... 182
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 55
Lights ................................................. 118, 282
Automatic ............................................... 119
Bulb Replacement.................................... 282
Daytime Running Lights . .......................... 121
Fog Lights................................................ 121
High Beam Indicator .................................. 72
Interior .................................................... 135
Light Switches ......................................... 118
Lights On Indicator .................................... 72
Turn Signals............................................. 118
Load Limits ................................................ 217
Locking/Unlocking ...................................... 99
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 105
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 104
From Inside.............................................. 103
From Outside........................................... 101
Keys .......................................................... 99
Using a Key ............................................. 102
Lockout Preven tion System...................... 102
Low Battery Charge .................................. 337
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 68
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 66, 337
Lower Anchors ............................................ 55
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 346, 348
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 217
M
Maintenance............................................. 253
Battery .................................................... 306
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 280
Cleaning ................................................. 309
Climate Control System ........................... 308
Coolant ................................................... 275
Heating and Cooling System ................... 308
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 257
Oil ........................................................... 269
Precautions ............................................. 254
Radiator .................................................. 276
Remote Transmitter ................................. 307
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 282
Safety...................................................... 255
Service Items ................................... 259, 263
Tires ........................................................ 297
Transmission Fluid ................................... 277
Under the Hood ...................................... 265
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 67, 338
Manual Transmission ............................... 229
Map Lights ................................................ 135
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 217
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 77
Mirrors ...................................................... 126
Adjusting ................................................ 126
Door ....................................................... 126
Exterior ................................................... 126
Interior Rearview ..................................... 126
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 251
Moonroof ................................................. 116