2016 HONDA CIVIC COUPE brakes

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DRIVING
DRIVING
Braking
Slow down or stop your vehicle, and keep it from moving when parked.
Foot Brake
Press the brake pedal to slow down or stop your vehicle from moving.
Brake Assist System
During hard or emergency braking, the system increases braking force. The brake pedal may move slightly or make a noise; this is normal. Continue to hold the brake pedal rmly down.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
During hard or emergency braking, the system rapidly pumps the brakes to prevent wheel lockup and help you maintain steering control. The brake pedal may pulsate slightly during ABS operation; this is normal. Do not pump the brake pedal, and continue to hold it rmly down.
Brake pedalCVT
Brake pedal
The ABS may not function correctly if you use an incorrect tire type and size.
NOTICE
Electric Parking Brake
Keep your vehicle from moving while parked using a simple switch.
To apply: Pull up the switch. The BRAKE indicator
appears in the instrument panel.
To release: Press the brake pedal and make sure
your seat belt is fastened. Press the switch down to release. The parking brake can release automatically:
CVT models: Depress the accelerator pedal while
the transmission is in D or R.Manual transmission models: Depress the
accelerator pedal and release the clutch while the transmission has a gear engaged. All models: Automatic release works only when your seat belt is fastened.
Pull up to apply.
Press down to release.
Manual transmission
Automatic Brake Hold
Maintains brake hold even after the brake pedal is released. Make sure the vehicle is on and your seat belt is fastened when operating this feature.
1. Press the BRAKE HOLD button behind the shift
lever. The BRAKE HOLD indicator appears in the instrument panel.
2. With the shift lever in Drive (D) or Neutral (N), press the brake pedal and come to a complete stop. The HOLD indicator appears, and brake hold is applied. Release the brake pedal.
Press the accelerator pedal (or shift into a gear and release the clutch pedal for manual transmission) to cancel brake hold and start moving.
To turn off brake hold: Press the brake pedal and press the BRAKE HOLD button
again.
Automatic brake hold cancels when: •  Braking is applied for more than 10 minutes.
•  The electric parking brake is engaged.
•  The foot brake is pressed and the shift lever is moved to P or R.
•  The engine stalls (manual transmission).
•  The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.
•  The engine is turned off.
Activating the automatic brake hold system on steep hills or slippery roads may still allow the vehicle to move if you remove your foot from the brake pedal.
If a vehicle unexpectedly moves, it may cause a crash resulting in serious injury or death.
Never use the automatic brake hold system or rely on it to keep a vehicle from moving when stopped on a steep hill or slippery roads.
WARNING
Using the automatic brake hold system to park the vehicle may result in the vehicle unexpectedly moving.
If a vehicle moves unexpectedly, it may cause a crash, resulting in serious injury or death.
Never leave the vehicle when braking is temporarily kept by automatic brake
hold and always park the vehicle by putting the transmission in Park (P) and applying the parking brake.
WARNING

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DRIVING
DRIVING
Eco Assist™ System
Can help improve fuel efciency by adjusting the performance of the engine, transmission, climate control system, and cruise control.
ECON Button
Press the ECON button behind the shift lever to turn the system on or off. The ECON Mode indicator appears when the system is turned on.
Ambient Meter
Color-coded bars change based on your driving style and brake or accelerator pedal operation. Green: Fuel-efcient driving
Light green: Moderate acceleration/deceleration
White: Aggressive acceleration/decelerationAmbient meter
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®
)
Helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns more or less than what
was intended. It assists in maintaining traction on slippery surfaces by regulating engine output and selectively applying the brakes.
Turning VSA On or Off
Press and hold the VSA OFF button until you hear a beep to turn VSA on or off. The VSA OFF indicator appears when the system is off.
Traction control stops fully functioning, which may make it easier when trying to free your vehicle if it is
stuck in mud or snow. VSA is turned on every time you start the engine, even if you previously turned it off. If you turn VSA off, your vehicle has normal braking and cornering
ability, but traction and stability enhancement become less effective.
VSA OFF
indicator
Cruise Control*
Maintain a constant vehicle speed without having to keep your foot on the accelerator
pedal. Use cruise control on highways or open roads where you can travel at a constant speed with little acceleration or deceleration.
*if equipped
RES/+ button CANCEL button CRUISE button
-/SET button
Improper use of cruise control can lead to a crash.
Use cruise control only when traveling on open highways in good weather.
WARNING
Activating and Setting the Vehicle Speed
1. Press the CRUISE button. The CRUISE MAIN indicator appears.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed (above 25 mph/ 40 km/h). Take your foot off the pedal and press the -/ SET button to set the speed. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator appears.
Adjusting the Vehicle Speed
Press the RES/+ button to increase speed, or the -/SET button to decrease speed. Each time you press the button, the vehicle speed is increased or decreased by about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). If you keep the button pressed, the vehicle speed increases or decreases until you release it.
Canceling Cruise Control
Press the CANCEL button or the brake pedal. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator goes off. After cruise control has been canceled, you can still resume the prior set speed by pressing RES/+ while driving at a speed of at least 25 mph (40 km/h). Press the CRUISE button to turn the system off.

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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Minder™
Reminds you when indicated maintenance service is due.
Models with information display
When maintenance is due, the Maintenance Minder indicator comes on and a message
appears on the display every time you turn the vehicle on. Press the TRIP knob in the instrument panel to change displays (see page 28).
Models with Driver Information Interface
When maintenance is due, the system message indicator comes on and a message
appears on the display every time you turn the vehicle on. Press the display/information button on the steering wheel to change displays (see page 29).
Maintenance Minder message
Maintenance
Minder indicator
Sub items
Main item
Maintenance Minder message
System message

indicator
Sub items
Main item
U.S. models
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individuals using parts that are
certied to EPA standards. According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on the
maintenance main items marked with # will not void your emissions warranties.
However, all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the intervals indicated by the Driver Information Interface.
Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
U.S. models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder indicator does not appear more than 12 months after the display is
reset, change the engine oil every year.
#: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A 
Replace engine oi l*1
B
Replace engine oi l*1
and oil lter
 Inspect front and rear brakes
 Inspect these items:
• Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
•S uspension components
• Driveshaft boots
• Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
• All uid levels and condition of uids
• Exhaust system #
•F uel lines and connection s#
*2:If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).*3:If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industryand diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen lter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).*4:Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission
temperatures. This requires transmission uid changes more frequently than recommended by
the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the
transmission uid changed every 25,000 miles (40,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1 
Rotate tires
2
Replace air cleaner element *2
 Replace dust and pollen lter *3
 Inspect drive belt
3 
Replace transmission uid *4
4
Replace spark plug s
 Inspect valve clearance
5 
Replace engine coolant
7Replace brake uid*5
*5:If a Maintenance Minder indicator does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake uid every 3 years.
In addition: •  Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
•  Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.

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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
*1: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 12 months after the display is
reset, change the engine oil every year.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 24,000 km (15,000 miles). *3:
If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industryand diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen lter every 24,000 km (15,000 miles).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission
temperatures. This requires transmission uid changes more frequently than recommended by
the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the
transmission uid changed every 40,000 km (25,000 miles).
*5: If a Maintenance Minder Indicator does not appear more than 36 months after the display for
item7 is reset, change the brake uid every 3 years.#:See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A 
Replace engine oi l*1
0
Replace engine oi l*1
and oil lte r
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1 
Rotate tires
2Replace air cleaner element *2
 Replace dust and pollen lte r*3
 Inspect drive belt
3 
Replace transmission uid *4
4
Replace spark plugs
 Inspect valve clearance
5 
Replace engine coolant
7
Replace brake uid *5
9 
Service front and rear brakes
 Inspect these items:
•T ie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
•S uspension components
•D riveshaft boots
•B rake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
•A ll uid levels and condition of uid s
•E xhaust system #
•F uel lines and connections #
Canadian models
In addition: • 
Inspect idle speed every 256,000 km (160,000 miles).
•  Adjust the valves during services A, 0, 1, 2, 3, or 9 if they are noisy.
Under the Hood
1.5 ℓ engine models
Brake fluid (black cap)
Reserve tank
Washer fluid (blue cap) Engine oil dipstick (orange)
Engine oil fill cap
Battery
Reserve tank cap
U.S. odelsWasher fluid (blue cap)