Honda Civic Si 2012, Civic 2013, Civic 2012 User Manual
2013 Civic Sedan
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Contents
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vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications included in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.
2 Safe Driving P. 25
For Safe Driving P. 26 Seat Belts P. 30 Airbags P. 37
2 Instrument Panel P. 65
Indicators P. 66 Gauges and Displays P. 77
2 Controls P. 97
Setting the Clock P. 98 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 99
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
Adjusting the Seats P. 127
Climate Control System
*
P. 146
*
P. 116
2 Features P. 149
Audio System P. 150 Audio System Basic Operation P. 153, 156
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
*
P. 181
2 Driving P. 213
Before Driving P. 214 Towing a Trailer P. 219
Rearview Camera
*
P. 246 Refueling P. 247 Fuel Economy P. 250
2 Maintenance P. 253
Before Performing Maintenance P. 254 Maintenance MinderTM P. 257
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 295
Heating and Cooling System
*
/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 308
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 313
Tools P. 314 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 315
Overheating P. 335 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 337
2 Information P. 345
Specifications P. 346 Identification Numbers P. 350
Emissions Testing P. 353 Warranty Coverages P. 355
Contents
Child Safety P. 50 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 62 Safety Labels P. 63
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 109 Security System 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
Audio Error Messages P. 175 General Information on the Audio System P. 178
When Driving P. 223 Braking 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
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
*
P. 142
*
P. 307
Quick Reference Guide
Safe Driving
Instrument Panel
Controls
Features
Driving
Maintenance
Handling the Unexpected
Information
Index
P. 2
P. 25
P. 65
P. 97
P. 149
P. 213
P. 253
P. 313
P. 345
P. 359
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 351 Reporting Safety Defects P. 352
Authorized Manuals P. 357 Customer Service Information P. 358
Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide
❙
Navigation System*
() See Navigation System Manual
❙
Audio System
(P 153, 156)
❙
Hazard Warning Button
❙
Seat Heater Switches*
(P 141)
❙
Ignition Switch
(P 117)
❙
Steering Wheel Adjustments
(P 125)
❙
(Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System OFF) Button
*
(P 237)
❙
ECON Button*
(P 232)
❙
(Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System OFF) Button
*
(P 237)
❙
Heating and Cooling System*
(P 142)
❙
Climate Control System*
(P 146)
❙
System Indicators
(P 66)
❙
Gauges
(P 77)
❙
Information Display*
(P 79)
❙
intelligent Multi-Information
Display (i-MID)
*
(P 81)
❙
Rear Window Defogger
(P 124)
❙
Heated Mirror Button*
(P 124)
Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide
❙
Headlights/Turn Signals
(P 118)
❙
Fog Lights*
(P 121)
❙
Wipers/Washers
(P 122)
❙
Cruise Control Buttons*
(P 233)
❙
Km/Mile Change Knob
(P 77)
❙
CLOCK Knob*
(P 98)
❙
MENU Button*
(P 85)
❙
(+
/ (- / / Buttons*
(P 85)
❙
Navigation System Voice Control Buttons*
() See Navigation System Manual
❙
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System
Voice Control Buttons
*
(P 181)
❙
(Select/Reset) Knob
(P 79, 81)
❙
SOURCE Button*
(P 85)
❙
(Display/Information) Button*
(P 81)
❙
Brightness Control
(P 123)
❙
Horn (Press an area around .)
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
Quick Reference Guide
❙
Door Mirror Controls
(P 126)
❙
Passenger's Front Airbag
(P 40)
❙
Parking Brake
(P 241)
❙
Glove Box
(P 136)
❙
Rearview Mirror
(P 126)
❙
Accessory Power Socket
(P 139)
❙
Shift Lever
Automatic Transmission
(P 227)
Manual Transmission
(P 229)
❙
Hood Release Handle
(P 267)
❙
Fuel Fill Door Release Handle
(P 248)
❙
Driver’s Pocket
❙
Trunk Release
(P 109)
❙
Power Door Lock Master Switch*
(P 104)
❙
Power Window Switches
(P 114)
❙
Auxiliary Input Jack
(P 151)
❙
Interior Fuse Box
(P 342)
❙
Driver's Front Airbag
(P 40)
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Quick Reference Guide
❙
Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat
(P 59)
❙
Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat)
(P 57)
❙
Sun Visors
❙
Vanity Mirrors
❙
Moonroof Switch*
(P 116)
❙
Map Lights*
(P 135)
❙
USB Adapter Cable*
(P 151)
❙
Accessory Power
Socket
*
(P 139)
❙
Front Seat
(P 127)
❙
Seat Belts
(P 30)
❙
Side Airbags
(P 44)
❙
Rear Seat
(P 133)
❙
LATCH to Secure a Child Seat
(P 55)
❙
Ceiling Light
(P 135)
❙
Side Curtain Airbags
(P 46)
❙
Coat Hook
(P 140)
❙
Grab Handle
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
Quick Reference Guide
❙
Maintenance Under the Hood
(P 265)
❙
Windshield Wipers
(P 122, 295)
❙
Tires
(P 297, 315)
❙
Fog Lights*
(P 121, 286)
❙
Door Lock/Unlock Control
(P 101)
❙
Power Door Mirrors
(P 126)
❙
Headlights
(P 118, 282)
❙
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights
(P 118, 289)
❙
How to Refuel
(P 248)
❙
High-Mount Brake Light*
(P 294)
❙
Emergency Trunk Release Lever
(P 111)
❙
Opening/Closing the Trunk
(P 109)
❙
Rearview Camera*
(P 246)
❙
Back-Up Lights
(P 292)
❙
Taillights
(P 292)
❙
Brake/Taillights
(P 291)
❙
Rear Turn Signal Lights
(P 291)
❙
Rear Side Marker Lights
(P 291)
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Quick Reference Guide
Eco Assist System*
Ambient Meter
● Changes color to reflect your driving
style.
Green: Fuel efficient driving
Blue green: Moderate acceleration/
deceleration
Blue: Aggressive acceleration/
deceleration
● The ambient meter color changes in
accordance with your brake or
accelerator pedal operation.
ECON Button
(P 232)
Helps maximize fuel economy.
ECON Mode Indicator
(P 74)
Comes on when the ECON button is pressed.
Models with i-MID
This message is displayed for a few seconds
when the ECON button is pressed.
* Not available on all models
(P 232)
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Quick Reference Guide
Safe Driving
Airbags
(P 37)
● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and
your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.
Child Safety
(P 50)
● All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat.
● Smaller children should be properly restrained in a forward-facing child seat.
● Infants must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child seat.
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(P 62)
● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon
monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon
monoxide gas can accumulate.
Before Driving Checklist
(P 29)
● Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints,
steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.
Seat Belts
(P 30)
● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well
back in the seat.
● Check that your passengers are wearing
their seat belts correctly.
Fasten your lap belt as
low as possible.
(P 25)
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Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel
U. S.
Canada
System Indicators
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS)
Indicator
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA®) System
Indicator
VSA® OFF Indicator
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
*
Electric Power
Steering (EPS)
Indicator
Lights Reminders
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Fog Light Indicator
*
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator
*
System Message
Indicator
*
Parking Brake
and Brake System
Indicator
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Door Open Indicator
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator
*
Tachometer
Instant Fuel
Economy Gauge
*
Speedometer
Fuel Gauge
Security System
Alarm Indicator
*
Shift Lever Position Indicator
*
Low Fuel Indicator
Gauges
(P 77)
/Information Display*
(P 79)
/
intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID)
*
(P 81)
/System Indicators
(P 66)
Trunk Open Indicator
ECON Mode Indicator
*
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
High Temperature
Indicator
Low Temperature
Indicator
Maintenance Minder
Indicator
*
Daytime Running
Lights Indicator
*
Washer Level
Indicator
*
i-VTEC
Indicator
Rev
Indicator
2.4 ℓ engine models
Ambient Meter
*
* Not available on all models
(P 65)
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Quick Reference Guide
Controls
Models without navigation system
Models with navigation system
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Light Control Switches
Low Beam
High Beam
Flashing
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring
*
: Long Delay
: Short Delay
MIST
OFF
INT: Low speed with intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
Pull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.
(P 97)
Clock
a
b
c
d
e
The navigation system receives signals from
GPS satellites, updating the clock
automatically.
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(P 98)
Press the CLOCK knob to access the
clock adjustment mode screen.
Turn the CLOCK knob to adjust the
hours.
Press the CLOCK knob. The display
switches to minute adjustment.
Turn the CLOCK knob to adjust the
minutes.
Press the CLOCK knob to complete
clock adjustment.
Turn Signals
Lights
(P 118)
(P 118)
Wipers and Washers
(P 122)
Quick Reference Guide
Steering Wheel
Trunk Release
Selector Switch
Adjustment Switch
Power Window Lock Button
Window
Switch
Indicator
* Not available on all models
● To adjust, pull the adjustment lever
(P 125)
towards you, adjust to the desired
position, then lock the lever back in place.
Trunk
● To unlock and open the trunk:
• Pull the trunk release.
• Press the trunk release button
(P 109)
*
.
• Turn the key in the cylinder on the trunk
Power Windows
● With the ignition switch in ON
and close the power windows.
● If the power window lock button is in the
off position, each passenger's window
can be opened and closed with its own
switch.
● If the power window lock button is in the
on position (indicator is on), each
passenger's window switch is disabled.
*
.
(P 114)
(w
, open
Unlocking the Front
Doors from the Inside
(P 103)
● Pull either front door inner handle to
unlock and open it at the same time.
Power Door Mirrors
(P 126)
● With the ignition switch in ON
the selector switch to L or R.
● Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to adjust the mirror.
(w
, move
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Quick Reference Guide
Heating and Cooling System*
Fan Control
Dial
(Rear Window Defogger/
Heated Mirror
*
) Button
(Windshield Defroster) Button
A/C (Air Conditioning)
Button
*
Air flows from floor and
windshield defroster vents.
Air flows from floor vents.
Air flows from floor and
dashboard vents.
Air flows from dashboard
vents.
Button
Button
Button
Button
Temperature Control Dial
Button
Button
Mode Buttons
Button
(Rear Window Defogger) Button
Models without A/C button
● Rotate the fan control dial to adjust the fan speed and airflow.
● Press the Mode buttons ( / / / ) to select the vents air flows from.
● Rotate the temperature control dial to adjust the temperature.
● Use the button for maximum cool setting.
● Rotate the fan control dial to OFF to turn the system off.
● Press the button to defrost the windshield.
(P 142)
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Quick Reference Guide
Climate Control System*
On models with navigation system
(MODE Control) Button
(Rear Window Defogger/
Heated Mirror) Button
(Windshield Defroster) Button
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button
Air flows from floor and
windshield defroster vents.
Air flows from floor vents.
Air flows from floor and
dashboard vents.
Air flows from dashboard
vents.
(Recirculation) Button
Temperature
Control Dial
AUTO Button
(ON/OFF) Button
Fan Control Dial
* Not available on all models
● Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system.
● Press the button to turn the system on or off.
● Press the button to defrost the windshield.
The climate control system is voice operable. See the navigation system manual for complete details.
(P146)
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Quick Reference Guide
Features
AM Button
FM Button
CD/AUX Button
CD Slot
SCAN Button
Preset Buttons (1-6)
TUNE/SOUND Knob
/ (SEEK/SKIP)
Buttons
(P 153)
On models with information display
A.SEL (Auto Select) Button
VOL/PWR (Volume/Power)
Knob
DISP Button
(CD Eject) Button
(P 149)
Audio system
(P 150)
For navigation system operation
() See Navigation System Manual
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Quick Reference Guide
00230075°
F miles
(P 156)
On models with i-MID
i-MID
AM Button
FM Button
SCAN Button
(Seek/Skip)
Button
Selector Knob
Button
(Power) Button
CD Button
AUX Button
CD Slot
(CD Eject)
Button
Preset Buttons
(1-6)
Button
SETUP Button
(Seek/Skip)
Button
PHONE Button
● Audio Remote Controls* (P 157)
(+
/ (- / / Button
SOURCE
Button
* Not available on all models
(+
/ (- Button
●
Press and release to adjust the volume up/
down.
● SOURCE Button
Press and release to change the audio
mode: FM1/FM2/AM/CD/AUX.
● / Button
Radio:Press and release to change the
preset station.
Press and hold to select the next or
previous strong station.
CD/USB device:
Press and release 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.
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Quick Reference Guide
Driving
2
1
D3
P
R
N
D
Release Button
Shift Lever
Depress the brake pedal and press the
release button to move out of
(P
.
Move the shift lever without
pressing the release button.
Press the release button to
move the shift lever.
Manual Transmission*
(P 229)
Automatic Transmission*
(P 227)
● Shift to
(P
and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.
● Shifting
Park
Turn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked.
Reverse
Neutral
Transmission is not locked.
Drive
Normal driving.
Drive (D3)
Used when:
•Going up or down hills
•Towing a trailer in hilly terrain
Second
Used to increase engine braking
(the transmission is locked in 2nd gear)
First
Used to further increase engine braking
(the transmission is locked in 1st gear)
(P 213)
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Quick Reference Guide
VSA® OFF Button
U.S. models
1.8 ℓ engine models
2.4 ℓ engine models
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.
* Not available on all models
● The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system
● VSA® comes on automatically every time
● To turn VSA® on or off, press and hold
(P 237)
helps stabilize the vehicle during
cornering, and helps maintain traction
while accelerating on loose or slippery
road surfaces.
you start the engine.
the button until you hear a beep.
Refueling
(P 247)
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)
Cruise Control*
● Cruise control allows you to maintain a
set speed without keeping 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)
● TPMS monitors tire pressure.
● TPMS is turned on automatically every
time you start the engine.
(P 233)
(P 238)
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance
Under the Hood
(P 265)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid and clutch fluid.
● Check the battery regularly.
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
(P 282)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades
(P 295)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires
(P 297)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
(P 253)
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected
* Not available on all models
(P 313)
Flat Tire
● Park in a safe location and replace the
Indicators Come On
(P 337)
● Identify the indicator and consult the
(P 315, 322)
*
flat tire with the compact spare tire
the trunk, or repair the flat tire using the
tire repair kit
owner's manual.
*
.
in
Engine Won't Start
(P 330)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
(P 341)
Overheating
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
(P 335)
Emergency Towing
(P 344)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Quick Reference Guide
What to Do If
The ignition switch does
not turn from
(0
to (q.
Why?
The ignition switch does
not turn from
(q
to (0 and
I cannot remove the key.
Why?
Why does the brake pedal
pulsate slightly when
applying the brakes?
The rear door cannot be
opened from inside the
vehicle. Why?
●
The steering wheel may be locked.
●
Try to turn the steering wheel left and right
while turning the ignition key.
The shift lever should be moved to (P.
This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a
problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never
pump the brake pedal.
Check if the childproof lock is in the
lock position. If so, open the rear
door with the outside door handle.
To cancel this function, push the lever
to the unlock position.
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Quick Reference Guide
Models with remote transmitter
2.4 ℓ engine models
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?
Why does the beeper
sound when I start driving?
Why do I hear a screeching
sound when I apply the
brake pedal?
Is it possible to use
unleaded gasoline with a
Pump Octane Number
(PON) of 87 or higher on
this vehicle?
The beeper sounds when:
●
The key is left in the ignition switch.
●
The exterior lights are left on.
The beeper sounds when:
●
Driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat belts.
●
The parking brake lever is not fully released.
The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
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.
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Quick Reference Guide
California Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: This product contains or emits
chemicals known to the state of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
NOTICE
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required,
and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the
vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that
have the special equipment, can read the information if they have
access to the vehicle or the EDR.
Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).
The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s
systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related
to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of
time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is
designed to record such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were
buckled/fastened;
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator
and/or brake pedal; and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the
circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data
are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation
occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving
conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and
crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law
enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash
investigation.
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The data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by
anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the
vehicle owner.
Service Diagnostic Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record
information about powertrain performance. The data can be used
to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians
diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with
data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains
confidential.
California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act
The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this
vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special handling may
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/
As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded
by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid
damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment.
Quick Reference Guide
A Few Words About Safety
3DANGER
3WARNING
3CAUTION
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And
operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.
To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have
provided operating procedures and other information on labels and
in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that
could hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You
must use your own good judgement.
You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,
including:
● Safety Labels - on the vehicle.
● Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol
one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don't follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don't follow instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don't follow
instructions.
● Safety Headings - such as Important Safety Precautions.
● Safety Section - such as Safe Driving.
● Instructions - how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information - please
read it carefully.
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and
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Safe Driving
You can find many safety recommendations throughout this chapter, and throughout this manual.
For Safe Driving
Important Safety Precautions .............26
Your Vehicle's Safety Features............ 28
Seat Belts
About Your Seat Belts........................ 30
Fastening a Seat Belt.......................... 33
Seat Belt Inspection............................36
Airbags
Airbag System Components............... 37
Types of Airbags ................................ 40
Front Airbags (SRS) ............................ 40
Side Airbags....................................... 44
Side Curtain Airbags.......................... 46
Airbag System Indicators.................... 47
Airbag Care....................................... 49
Child Safety
Protecting Child Passengers ............... 50
Safety of Infants and Small Children .......52
Safety of Larger Children ................... 60
Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas....................... 62
Safety Labels
Label Locations.................................. 63
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Safe Driving
For Safe Driving
1Important Safety Precautions
Some states, provinces and territories prohibit the use
of cell phones other than hands-free devices by the
driver while driving.
The following pages explain your vehicle's safety features and how to use them
properly. The safety precautions below are ones that we consider to be among the
most important.
Important Safety Precautions
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Always wear your seat belt
A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to
supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped
with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts, and
wear them properly.
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Restrain all children
Children age 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat, not the
front seat. Infants and small children should be restrained in a child seat. Larger
children should use a booster seat and a lap/shoulder seat belt until they can use the
belt properly without a booster seat.
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Be aware of airbag hazards
While airbags can save lives, they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants
who sit too close to them, or are not properly restrained. Infants, young children,
and short adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and
warnings in this manual.
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Don't drink and drive
Alcohol and driving don't mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to
changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink.
So don't drink and drive, and don't let your friends drink and drive, either.
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Safe Driving
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Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely
Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying
close attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead to a crash.
Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe to
divert some attention away from driving.
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Control your speed
Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher
the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds.
Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum
speed posted.
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Keep your vehicle in safe condition
Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous.
To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition
frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance.
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Safe Driving
1Your Vehicle's Safety Features
Your vehicle is equipped with many features that
work together to help protect you and your
passengers during a crash.
Some features do not require any action on your part.
These include a strong steel framework that forms a
safety cage around the passenger compartment,
front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering
column, and tensioners that tighten the front seat
belts in a sufficient crash.
However, you and your passengers cannot take full
advantage of these features unless you remain seated
in the correct position and always wear your seat
belts. In fact, some safety features can contribute to
injuries if they are not used properly.
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Safety Cage
Crush Zones
Seats and Seat-Backs
Head Restraints
Collapsible Steering Column
Seat Belts
Front Airbags
Side Curtain Airbags
Door Locks
Side Airbags
Seat Belt Tensioners
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Your Vehicle's Safety Features
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The following checklist will help you take an active role in protecting yourself and
your passengers.
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