2017 HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK remote control

Contents
Child Safety P. 60Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 74Safety Labels P. 75
Opening and Closing the Hatch P. 154 Security System P. 157 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 161
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 165 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 183
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 193 Climate Control System P. 208
Audio Error Messages P. 313General Information on the Audio System P. 317
When Driving P. 422 Braking P. 497Parking Your Vehicle P. 514
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 521 Turbo Engine Vehicle P. 522
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 536 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 548
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 561 Battery P. 571 Remote Transmitter Care P. 573
Cleaning P. 576 Accessories and Modifications P. 582
Engine Does Not Start P. 593 Jump Starting P. 596 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 599
Fuses P. 608 Emergency Towing P. 612 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 613
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 621 Reporting Safety Defects P. 622
Authorized Manuals P. 627 Customer Service Information P. 628
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 77
ControlsP. 133
FeaturesP. 217
DrivingP. 415
MaintenanceP. 523
Handling the UnexpectedP. 583
InformationP. 617
IndexP. 630
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Quick Reference Guide
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Features (P 217)
Audio Remote Controls
(P 221)
●
(+ / (- Button
Press to adjust the volume up/down.
● SOURCE Button
Press to change the audio mode: FM/AM/
USB/iPod/Bluetooth® Audio.
● / Button
Radio: Press to change the preset station.
Press and hold to select the next or
previous strong station.
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.
Models with information display
SOURCE Button
(+ / (- / / Button
●(+ / (- Bar
Press to adjust the volume up/down.
Sliding up or down also increases or
decreases the volume.
Swipe down quickly to mute the volume
and swipe up to cancel the mute.
● / Button
Press or to cycle through the audio
mode as follows:
FM AM SiriusXM ®
*USB iPod
Bluetooth ® Audio Pandora®*Apple
CarPlay/Android Auto*Audio Apps*
Models with driver information interface
ENTER Button
/ / / Button34(+ / (- Bar
Button
34
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● ENTER Button
•When listening to the radio and
SiriusXM ®*
aPress ENTER to switch the display to a
preset list you stored in the preset
buttons.
bPress or to select a preset, then
press ENTER .
•When listening to a USB flash drive
aPress ENTER to display the folder list.
bPress or to select a folder.
cPress ENTER to display a list of tracks in
that folder.
dPress or to select a track, then
press ENTER .
You can also swipe up or down to scroll
through the list of tracks alphabetically.
Models with Display Audio
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34
34
* Not available on all models
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 134
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................. 136
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength*.. 137Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 138
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 147
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 149
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 150
Opening and Closing the Hatch....... 154
Security System
Immobilizer System .......................... 157
Security System Alarm ...................... 158 Opening and Closing the Windows
... 161
Opening and Closing the Moonroof*.. 164Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel Ignition Switch
*............................... 165
ENGINE START/STOP Button*........... 166
Ignition Switch and Power Mode Comparison ................................... 169
Turn Signals ..................................... 170
Light Switches.................................. 170
Fog Lights
*...................................... 173
Daytime Running Lights ................... 173
Auto High-Beam
*............................ 174
Wipers and Washers ........................ 177 Brightness Control ........................... 180
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
*
Button ........................................... 181
Adjusting the Steering Wheel .......... 182
Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 183
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 184
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 185
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 193
Climate Control System
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 208
Automatic Climate Control Sensors......215
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and to lock and unlock the doors and
hatch. You can also use the remote transmitter or smart entry system
* to lock and
unlock the doors and hatch.
The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the
doors when the smart entry remote battery
becomes weak and th e power door lock/
unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, slide the release
knob and then pull out the key. To reinstall
the built-in key, push th e built-in key into the
smart entry remote until it clicks.
1 Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft. 2 Immobilizer System P. 157
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advi ce 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 apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the remote transmitter may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
You can remotely start the engine using the one-way
smart entry remote. 2 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback
* P. 426
Models with remote engine starter
■Smart Entry Remote*
Ignition key with
remote transmitterSmart entry remoteSmart entry remote with
remote engine starter
Built-in Key
Release Knob
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLow Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength*
Controls
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength*
The vehicle transmits radio waves to loca te the smart entry remote when locking/
unlocking the doors and hatch, or to start the engine.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking th e doors and hatch, or starting the engine
may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:
• Strong radio waves are being transmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the smart entry remo te together with telecommunications
equipment, laptop computers, ce ll phones, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touching or covering the smart entry remote.
■Key Number Tag1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.
1 Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength*
Communication between the smart entry remote and
the vehicle consumes the smart entry remote’s
battery.
Battery life is about two years, but this varies
depending on regularity of use.
The battery is consumed whenever the smart entry
remote is receivi ng strong radio wave s. Avoid placing
it near electrical appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
When you carry the smart entry remote, you
can lock/unlock the doors and hatch.
You can lock/unlock the doors and hatch
within a radius of about 32 inches (80 cm) of
the outside door handle or hatch release
button.
■Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System*1Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior light comes on when you unlock
the doors.
No doors opened: The li ght fades out after 30
seconds.
Doors relocked: The light goes off immediately.
2 Interior Lights P. 193
1Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System*
If you do not open a door or the hatch within 30
seconds of unlocking the vehicle with the smart entry
system, the doors and hatch will automatically relock.
You can lock or unlock doors using the smart entry
system only when the power mode is in VEHICLE OFF.
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
■Locking the doors and hatch
Press the door lock button on the front door
or on the hatch.u Some exterior lights flash; the beeper
sounds; all the doors and hatch lock; and
the security system sets.1Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System*
•Do not leave the smart entry remote in the vehicle
when you get out. Carry it with you.
•Even if you are not carrying the smart entry remote,
you can lock/unlock the doors and hatch while
someone else with the remote is within range.
•The door may be unlocked if the door handle is
covered with water in heavy rain or in a car wash if
the smart entry remote is within range.
•If you grip a front door handle wearing gloves, the
door sensor may be slow to respond or may not
respond by unlocking the doors.
•After locking the door, you have up to two seconds
during which you can pull the door handle to
confirm whether the door is locked. If you need to
unlock the door immediately after locking it, wait
at least two seconds befo re gripping the handle,
otherwise the door will not unlock.
•The door might not open if you pull it immediately
after gripping the door handle. Grip the handle
again and confirm that th e door is unlocked before
pulling the handle.
•Even within the 32 inches (80 cm) radius, you may
not be able to lock/unlock the doors and hatch
with the smart entry remote if it is above or below
the outside handle.
•The smart entry remote may not operate if it is too
close to the door and door glass.
The light flash, beep and door unlock mode settings
can be customized using the audio/information
screen.
2 Customized Features P. 324
Door Lock Button
Lock Button
* Not available on all models
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Controls
■Locking the doors and hatch (Walk
away auto lock)
When you walk away from the vehicle while
carrying the smart entry remote, the doors
and hatch will automatically lock.
The auto lock function activates when all
doors and hatch are closed, and the smart
entry remote is within about 6 feet (2 m)
radius of the outside door handle.
1. Exit vehicle while carrying smart entry
remote and close door(s).
2. While within about 6 feet (2 m) radius of
the vehicle.
u The beeper sounds; the auto lock
function will be activated.
3. Carry the smart entry remote beyond about
6 feet (2 m) from the vehicle and remain
outside this range fo r 2 or more seconds.
u Some exterior lights flash; the beeper
sounds; all doors and hatch will then
lock.1Locking the doors and hatc h (Walk away auto lock)
The auto lock function is set to OFF as the factory
default setting. The auto lo ck function can be set to
ON using the audio/information screen. 2 Customized Features P. 324
After the auto lock function has been activated,
when you stay within the locking/unlocking
operation range, the indicator on the smart entry
remote will continue to flash until the doors are
locked.
When you stay beside the vehicle within the
operation range, the doors and hatch will
automatically lock approx imately 30 seconds after
the auto lock function activating beeper sounds.
When you open a door or the hatch after the auto
lock function activating beep er sounds, the auto lock
function will be delayed un til all doors and hatch are
closed.
When all doors and hatch ha ve been closed and the
smart entry remote is inside the vehicle, or if the
smart entry remote is not detected within about 6
feet (2 m) of the vehicle, auto lock function will not
be activated.
The activation range of
the auto lock function is
about 6 feet (2 m)
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