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T E C H N O L O G Y
R E F E R E N C E
G U I D E
w w w . o w n e r s . h o n d a . c o m
2012 Honda C ivic S edan L X a nd C iv ic S edan H F
31 TR 3B 00 Technology Reference G uide
00 X3 1- TR3 -B 00 0 ©2011 American Honda Mot or Co., I nc. — All Rights Res erved Pr in te d i n U .S .A .
2012 CIVIC SEDAN LX
and CIVIC SEDAN HF
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TE C HNO LOG Y REF ERE NCE G UID E
INSTRUMENT PANEL p.4
The Technology Reference Guide is designed to help you get
acquainted with your new Honda and provide basic
instructions on some of its technology and convenience
features. This guide covers the Civic Sedan LX and HF trim
levels*.
This guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s
Manual. For complete information on vehicle controls and
operation, please refer to the respective sections in the
Owner’s Manual.
Civic Sedan LX shown throughout guide
AUDIO p.10
ECON BUTTON p. 6
MID p.8
Auto Door Locks .....................................................................................................2
Instrument Panel Indicators ...................................................................................4
Econ Button/Ambient Meter..................................................................................6
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)...........................................................7
Multi-Information Display (MID)...........................................................................8
iPod®or USB Flash Drive .....................................................................................10
Owner Link..............................................................................................................11
Safety Reminder......................................................................................................12
Fuel Recommendation...........................................................................................12
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AU TO DOOR LOC KS
Program how and when the vehicle doors automatically lock and unlock.
Default Lock Setting
Default Unlock Setting
The doors are preset to
lock when your vehicle
reaches about 10 mph.
Programming the Auto Door Unlock Setting
Press the (+/-) buttons on the steering wheel to scroll through the menu options.
Press SOURCE to select an option. See page 9 for more information on the multi-
information display and its controls.
1. Press MENU.
2. Select Customize Settings.
3. Select Door Setup.
4. Select Auto Door Unlock.
5. Select All Doors with Shift to P.
6. Press MENU to exit.
Programmable Auto Door Lock/Unlock Settings
Below are the options you can choose.See Auto Door Locking/Unlocking in your owner’s
manual for instructions on programming these settings.
AUTO DOOR LOCK
AUTO DOOR UNLOCK
Auto Unlock
(all doors)
Auto Unlock
(only driver’s
door)
When you turn
the ignition OFF
When you turn
the ignition OFF
When you shift
into Park
When you shift
into Park
Only the driver’s door is preset to
unlock when you:
Auto Lock
Turn off
Auto Lock
When you
reach 10 mph
Operate manually
When you shift
out of Park
• Shift into Park (P) for automatic
transmission vehicles.
• Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0)
for manual transmission vehicles.
Turn off
Auto Unlock
Operate manually
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PASSENGER
AIRBAG
OFF
INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS
Briefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators are most critical.
Blue and green indicators are used for general information.
If an indicator remains on, there may be a problem; see your dealer
Malfunction Indicators
Charging system
Low brake fluid, Brake system
Low oil pressure
Transmission (blinking)
D
(automatic transmission)
ABS (anti-lock brake system)
EPS (electric power steering)
Malfunction indicator lamp
(check engine light)
®
VSA
(vehicle stability assist)SRS (supplemental restraint system)
Low temperature
Low fuel:
Refill
Low tire pressure:
Add air
On/Off Indicators
PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
(next to multi-information display)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
VSA OFF
Message indicator:
See MID
High temperature:
Drive slowly or pull over
Immobilizer
Flashes: improperly coded key;
use correct key
1st detent: parking lights on
2nd detent: headlights on
Turn signals/hazards on
CRUISE CONTROL on
High beams on
Condition Indicators
Action is needed by driver
Parking brake on:
Release
Door/Trunk open:
Close door(s) / trunk
Seat belt reminder:
Fasten seat belt(s)
Maintenance MinderTM:
Make dealer appointment
CRUISE MAIN on
ECON on
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EC ON BUTTON
mph
mph
mph
TI RE PRESSURE M ONITORING SY STEM (TPMS)
When turned on, the vehicle’s engine performance, transmission, and air conditioning
system are adjusted for maximum fuel economy.
Turning the ECON Mode On/Off
Helps you further maximize your fuel economy by modifying some vehicle functions.
1. Press ECON.
2.The ECON mode indicator
comes on.
3. Check the multi-information
display for the system status.
4. Press ECON again to turn the
system off.
AM BIENT MET ER
Monitors the vehicle’s tire pressures.
How It Works
Each tire valve stem contains
a TPMS sensor.
When the tire pressure drops
significantly below recommended
levels, the low tire pressure
indicator comes on.
If a message also appears on
the multi-information display,
there may be a problem with
the system. See your dealer.
What to Do
1. Visually inspect the tires for
damage.
2. Use a tire air pressure gauge to
check which tire(s) have low
pressure.
Indicates instant fuel efficiency using color-coded bars.
Ambient Meter Color-Coded Bars
3. Inflate the tire(s), if necessary,
High fuel efficiency Moderate fuel efficiency Low fuel efficiency
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to the recommended pressures
listed on the label on the
driver’s doorjamb.
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MU LTI-INFORMATI ON DISPLA Y (MID)
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
Accessing the MID
Press the INFO button to change
main displays.
Main Displays
Main display
Trip
computer
Sub-displays
Press the SEL/RESET button
to change sub-displays.
Steering Wheel Controls
Odometer
Odometer
Trip A
Trip A
Trip B
Trip B
Clock
Clock
Clock
(or wallpaper)
A warning or indicator message
may appear as necessary. Press
the INFO button to clear it.
Audio
display
(+) Button:
Press to scroll
upward.
() Button:
Press to go back to
the previous display.
(-) Button:
Press to scroll
downward.
Display/Information
Button:
Change main displays.
SOURCE Button:
Press to enter your
selection.
() Button:
Press to go to the next
display.
MENU Button:
Press to go to “Vehicle
Menu” for customization
and other settings.
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iP od®OR USB FLASH DR IV E
OW NER LINK
Play audio files from your compatible iPod or USB flash drive through your vehicle’s
audio system.
Connecting Devices and Playing Audio Files
1. Pull out the USB adapter cable from
the center console.
2. Connect the USB connector to your
iPod dock connector or flash drive.
3. Press SOURCE or AUX until iPod
or USB mode appears. Audio begins
to play.
4. Press the
change tracks, or use the
buttons on the steering wheel.
() or ()
buttons to
() or ()
Owner Link allows you to explore features and technologies specific to your vehicle,
schedule service appointments, obtain and update maintenance and service records,
manage your financial services account, and access other useful information. Register
at www.owners.honda.com to ensure that you continue to enjoy the experience of
owning a Honda.
iPod is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPod not included.
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SA FETY REMINDER
Your vehicle is equipped with airbags. Airbags do not replace seat belts; they add to
the protection offered by seat belts. Airbags can help protect you in some types of
collisions, but they do not provide protection in all collisions.
Always make sure you and your passengers wear seat belts, and that young children
are properly secured in a child seat or booster in the rear seat. Never place an infant
seat in the front passenger’s seat as the force of a deploying airbag can seriously
injure an infant.
FU EL RECOMMENDA TI ON
• Only use unleaded gasoline of 87 octane or higher.
• Some gasoline in North America contains MMT, a manganese-based fuel additive.
Prolonged and consistent use of gasoline containing MMT can deteriorate your
vehicle’s performance, fuel economy, and the emissions control system. Always use
MMT-free gasoline if available. Failures caused by use of gasoline containing MMT
may not be covered under warranty.
• “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” meets a new gasoline standard jointly established
by leading automotive manufacturers to meet the needs of today's advanced
engines. In most cases, qualifying gasoline retailers will identify their gasoline as
having met “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This
fuel is guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of
metallic additives. This helps avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system. Because the level of detergency and harmful metallic additives
(such as MMT) in gasoline vary in the market, Honda endorses the use of “TOP
TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help maintain the performance and
reliability of your vehicle. For more information, visit www.toptiergas.com.
• For further important information on fuel and lubricants for your car and
information on gasoline that does not contain MMT, contact your dealer or visit
Owner Link at www.owners.honda.com.
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