2015 HONDA CIVIC COUPE Owners Manual

16Quick Reference Guide
Features
(P159)
Audio Remote Controls
*
(P164)
●
(+ / ( - Button
Press to adjust the volume up/down.
● SOURCE Button
Press to change the audio mode: FM1/
FM2/AM/CD/AUX.
● / Button
Radio: Press to change the preset station.
Press and hold to select the next or
previous strong station.
CD/USB device: Press to skip to the beginning of
the next song or return to the
beginning of the current song.
Press and hold to change a folder.(+ / (- / / Button
SOURCE
Button
Audio system
(P160)

For navigation system operation
() See the Navigation System Manual002300
75°
F miles
i-MID
AM Button
FM
Button
SCAN Button
SKIP/SEEK Button
Selector Knob Button (Power)
ButtonCD Button
AUX
Button
CD Slot
(CD Eject)
ButtonPreset Buttons
(1-6)
ButtonSETUP Button
SKIP/SEEK
Button
PHONE
Button
(P 166)
Models with one display

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002300
75°
F miles
(P 184)
Models with display audio system
MENU VOL HOME
BACK i-MID
(Power) ButtonCD Slot (CD Eject) Button
HOME Screen Button
*
Not available on all models

18Quick Reference Guide
Driving
(P291)
M Indicator
Shift Indicator
Manual Transmission
* (P 311)
Continuously Variable Transmission
*
(P305, 307)
● Shift to
(P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.
● Shifting
ParkTurn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked.NeutralTransmission is not locked.
Drive (S)●Better acceleration.
● Increased engine braking.
● Going up or down hills.
● On models with paddle
shifter, 7-speed manual
shift mode can be used.
Models without
paddle shifter
Models with
paddle shifter
Depress the brake pedal
and press the release button
to move out of
(P.
Press the release button to
move the shift lever.
Move the shift lever without
pressing the release button.
ReverseUsed when reversing.Drive● Normal driving.
● On models with paddle
shifter, 7-speed mode can
be used temporarily.
Low
*
●Further increased engine
braking.
● Going up or down hills. Shift Down
(
-
Paddle Shifter Shift Up
(
+
Paddle Shifter
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode (P 309)
● Allows you to manually shift
the transmission up or down
without removing your hands
from the steering wheel.
When the shift lever is in
(S
●Pulling a paddle shifter
changes the mode from
continuously variable
transmission to 7-speed manual
shift mode.
● The M indicator and the
selected speed number are
displayed in the shift indicator.When the shift lever is in
(D
● Pulling a paddle shifter
temporarily changes the mode
from continuously variable
transmission to 7-speed manual
shift mode. The selected speed
number is displayed in the shift
indicator.
Shift Lever
Release
Button

19Quick Reference Guide
VSA® OFF Button
(P319)
● The vehicle stability assist (VSA ®) system
helps stabilize the vehicle during
cornering, and helps maintain traction
while accelerating on loose or slippery
road surfaces.
● VSA ® comes on automatically every time
you start the engine.
● To turn VSA ® on or off, press and hold
the button until you hear a beep.
Cruise Control
(P315)
● Cruise control allows you to maintain a
set speed without keep ing your foot on
the accelerator pedal.
● To use cruise control, press the CRUISE
button, then press the –/SET button once
you have achieved the desired speed
(above 25 mph or 40 km/h).
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
(P322)
● Detects a change in tire conditions and
overall dimensions du e to decrease in tire
pressures.
● The TPMS is turned on automatically
every time you start the engine.
● A calibration procedure must be
performed when certain conditions arise.
U.S. models
Refueling
(P332)
a
Push the fuel fill door
release handle.
b
Turn the fuel fill cap
slowly to remove the
cap.
c
Place the cap in the
holder on the fuel fill
door.
d
After refueling, screw
the cap back on until it
clicks at least once.
Fuel recommendation:
Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or
higher required
Unleaded premium gasoline with a pump octane
number 91 or higher recommended
Fuel tank capacity: 13.2 US gal (50 L)
1.8 ℓ engine models2.4 ℓ engine models
* Not available on all models

20Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance
(P337)
Under the Hood
(P345)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid and clutch* fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
a
Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b
Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
c
When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights
(P360)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades
(P370)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires
(P372)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.

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Handling the Unexpected
(P391)
Flat Tire
(P393)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On (P409)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won't Start (P 400)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.Blown Fuse
(P413)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating
(P407)
● 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 (P417)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
* Not available on all models

22Quick Reference Guide
What to Do If*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
*2:Except U.S. models with continuously variable transmission
The ignition switch does
not turn from
(0
to
(q
*1.
Why?
●The steering wheel may be locked.●Try to turn the steering wheel left and right
while turning the ignition key.●Move the steering wheel left and right while
pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button at the same time.
The ignition switch does
not turn from
(q
to
(0
*1
and I cannot remove the
key. Why?
The shift lever s hould be moved to
(P
.
Why does the brake pedal
pulsate slightly when
applying the brakes?
This can occur when the ABS act ivates, and does not indicate a
problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never
pump the brake pedal.Models without smart entry systemModels with smart entry system
*2

23Quick Reference Guide
Why 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 automatically 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 power mode
* is in ACCESSORY.
●The exterior lights are left on.
Why does the beeper
sound when I start driving?
The beeper sounds when:●Driver and/or front passenger are 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 use the gasoline with a PON of
87 or higher.
This will result in decreased engine performance, and can cause
occasional metallic knocking noise in the engine.
2.4 ℓ engine models
* Not available on all models