Honda Civic Hybrid (2015 year). Instruction - part 1

 

  Index      Honda     Honda Civic Hybrid - instruction 2015 year in english

 

Search            

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Content   ..    1  2   ..

 

 

Honda Civic Hybrid (2015 year). Instruction - part 1

 

 

California Proposition 65 Warning

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.

WARNING: This product contains or emits 
chemicals known to the state of California to cause 
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive 
harm.

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.

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.

NOTICE

A Few Words About Safety

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 judgment.

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 

3

 and 

one of three signal words: DANGERWARNING, or CAUTION.
These signal words mean:

● 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.

3DANGER

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if 
you don’t follow instructions.

3WARNING

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if 
you don’t follow instructions.

3CAUTION

You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow 
instructions.

Contents

This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the 
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.

Safe Driving P. 27

For Safe Driving P. 28

Seat Belts P. 32

Airbags P. 39

Instrument Panel P. 67

Indicators P. 68

Gauges and intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) P. 84

Controls P. 101

Clock P. 102

Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 103

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 121
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 139

Features P. 147

Audio System P. 148

Audio System Basic Operation P. 154

Customized Features P192

Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 205

Driving P. 231

Before Driving P232

Towing a Trailer P. 237

Rearview Camera P. 272

Refueling P. 273

Fuel Economy P. 276

Maintenance P. 279

Before Performing Maintenance P. 280

Maintenance Minder

TM

 P. 283

Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 306
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 319

Handling the Unexpected P. 325

Tools P. 326

If a Tire Goes Flat P327

Overheating P. 347

Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 349

Information P. 357

Specifications P. 358

Identification Numbers P. 360

Emissions Testing P. 363

Warranty Coverages P. 365

4

Quick

 Referenc

e Guide

Quick Reference Guide

Visual Index

Steering Wheel Adjustments 

(P 131)

System Indicators 

(P 68)

ECON Button 

(P 245)

Hazard Warning Button 

 (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System OFF) Button 

(P 260)

Gauges 

(P 84)

intelligent Multi-Information 
Display (i-MID) 

(P 85)

Audio System 

(P148)

Navigation System

*

 

() See the Navigation System Manual

Heated Mirror Button

*

 

(P 130)

Rear Window Defogger 

(P 130)

Climate Control System 

(P 144)

ENGINE START/STOP Button 

(P121)

Seat Heater Switches

*

 

(P143)

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Button

*

 

(P257)

5

Quick

 Referenc

e Guide

Km/Mile Change Knob 

(P 84)

Headlights/Turn Signals 

(P 124)

 (Select/Reset) Knob 

(P 85)

 (Display/Information) Button 

(P 85)

Wipers/Washers 

(P 128)

Cruise Control Buttons 

(P 249)

MENU Button 

(P 93)

SOURCE Button 

(P 93)

(

+

 / 

(

-

 /   /   Buttons 

(P 93)

Navigation System Voice Control Buttons

*

 

() See the Navigation System Manual

Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System 
Voice Control Buttons 

(P205)

Horn (Press an area around 

.)

Brightness Control 

(P 129)

LaneWatch

TM*

 

(P261)

* Not available on all models

Visual Index

6

Quick

 Referenc

e Guide

Hood Release Handle 

(P 289)

Power Window Switches 

(P 119)

Power Door Lock Master Switch 

(P 112)

Door Mirror Controls 

(P 132)

Parking Brake 

(P 267)

USB/HDMI® Port 

(P149)

Glove Box 

(P 140)

Shift Lever
Continuously Variable 
Transmission 

(P 243)

Interior Fuse Box 

(P 354)

Trunk Release 

(P 114)

Driver’s Front Airbag 

(P 42)

Fuel Fill Door Release Handle 

(P 274)

Driver’s Pocket

Rearview Mirror 

(P 132)

Passenger’s Front Airbag 

(P 42)

Accessory Power Socket 

(P 142)

7

Quick

 Referenc

e Guide

Side Curtain Airbags 

(P 48)

Coat Hook 

(P 142)

Grab Handle

Ceiling Light 

(P 139)

Seat Belts 

(P 32)

Map Lights 

(P 139)

Front Seat 

(P 134)

Side Airbags 

(P 46)

Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat 

(P 61)

Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) 

(P 59)

Sun Visors

Vanity Mirrors

Rear Seat

LATCH to Secure a Child Seat 

(P 57)

USB Adapter Cable 

(P150)

Visual Index

8

Quick

 Referenc

e Guide

Maintenance Under the Hood 

(P 288)

Windshield Wipers 

(P 128, 306)

Door Lock/Unlock Control 

(P 106)

Headlights 

(P 124, 300)

Front Turn Signal/Parking/
Side Marker Lights 

(P 124, 302)

Tires 

(P 308, 327)

Power Door Mirrors 

(P 132)

Daytime Running Lights 

(P127, 301)

9

Quick

 Referenc

e Guide

High-Mount Brake Light 

(P 305)

How to Refuel 

(P 274)

Brake/Taillights 

(P 304)

Rear Turn Signal Lights 

(P 303)

Rear Side Marker Lights 

(P 304)

Audio Antenna 

(P150)

Opening/Closing the Trunk 

(P 114)

Emergency Trunk Release Lever 

(P 116)

Trunk Release Button 

(P 115)

Taillights 

(P304)

Back-Up Lights 

(P 303)

Rearview Camera 

(P272)

Rear License Plate Lights 

(P 305)

10

Quick

 Referenc

e 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 

(P245)

ECON Mode Indicator 

(P76)

Helps maximize fuel economy.

Comes on when ECON mode is on.

The message is displayed for a few seconds 
when ECON mode is turned on.

11

Quick

 Referenc

e Guide

Drive Cycle Score/Lifetime Points

● Comes on when the vehicle is turned off.

Real Time Score (represents your current trip) 

(P90)

● Each time you set the power mode to ON, the Ecological Drive display starts without any leaves on the plants. Leaves accumulate 

or diminish based on your driving style during the current trip.

Feedback with Eco Drive Bar 

(P91)

Advancing to Second Stage

Advancing to Third Stage

Receding to Second Stage

Receding to First Stage

Drive Cycle Score

Lifetime Points

The bar extends to 
the right when you 
press the accelerator 
pedal.

The bar extends to 
the left when you 
press the brake 
pedal.

Slow, steady acceleration/
Maximizes fuel economy

Slow deceleration/
Maximizes fuel economy

Moderate deceleration

Moderate acceleration

Aggressive/Inconsistent 
acceleration

Aggressive deceleration

First Stage

Second Stage

Third Stage

● Keep the bar from extending 

too much to the left or right 
side. The shorter the bar is 
while driving, the higher the 
fuel economy becomes.

12

Quick

 Referenc

e Guide

The Honda IMA System

The main power source for the Honda IMA system is the gasoline engine. 
The electric motor assists the engine to improve fuel economy, based on 
current operating conditions.

Tips to Improve Fuel Economy 

To help your vehicle’s fuel economy:
● Avoid aggressive acceleration/braking

● Monitor the ambient meter and the Eco drive bar 

displayed on the i-MID. 
It reflects your driving style. 

(P10, 90)

Start-up/Low speed cruise/
Aggressive acceleration

● The electric motor assists the 

engine.

Low speed cruise

● Only IMA motor is 

powering the vehicle and 
IMA battery is discharging.

Slow acceleration/High 
speed cruise

● Only the engine powers 

the vehicle.

Deceleration

● The IMA system charges 

the IMA battery.

Stop

● Auto Idle Stop is in 

operation.

Vehicle 

Speed

Time

Eco Drive Bar 
Display

IMA 

System

IMA 

System

IMA 

System

IMA 

System

IMA 

System

Electric 

Motor 

Assist

Engine 

ON

Electric 

Motor 

Assist

Electric 

Motor 

OFF

Charging

Engine 

OFF

Engine 

ON

Engine 

OFF

Engine 

OFF

IMA 

Battery

IMA 

Battery

IMA 

Battery

IMA 

Battery

IMA 

Battery

Fuel

Fuel

Fuel

Fuel

Fuel

Electric 

Motor 

OFF

13

Quick

 Referenc

e Guide

To Keep the IMA Battery in Good Condition

Drive your vehicle at least once a month, and drive for more than 30 minutes at a time. Parking your vehicle for an 
extended period can cause the IMA battery to weaken or decrease the IMA battery life.

Safety Precautions

Do not cover the air intake.

Air Intake

If the air intake is obstructed during 
vehicle operation, the IMA battery can 
become too hot. To protect the battery, 
the system may start limiting IMA battery 
output power and cause the IMA system 
and 12 volt battery charging system 
indicators to come on.

IMA System Indicator 

(P90)

12 Volt Battery Charging 
System Indicator 

(P69)

Do not touch the Honda IMA System

A high voltage current runs through Honda IMA System. Consult your authorized dealer 
when maintenance or repair is needed.

IMA Battery

IMA Power Cable

If a crash occurs

● Be careful of electric shock hazard.

u

If a crash severely damaged your vehicle, there is a possibility of electrical shock. Do 
not touch the IMA system components or their wiring (orange).

● Avoid contact with IMA battery fluid.

u

The battery fluid may leak as a result of a severe crash. Avoid any skin or eye 
contact with the fluid. The battery fluid is corrosive. If you accidentally touch it, 
flush the affected area(s) with a large quantity of water for at least five minutes, 
and seek medical attention immediately.

● Use a fire extinguisher for an electrical fire.

u

Attempting to extinguish an electrical fire with a small quantity of water can be 
dangerous.

When the vehicle is disposed

● The IMA battery is a Lithium ion battery. Honda collects and recycles used IMA 

batteries – consult with your dealer for proper battery disposal in the event your 
vehicle is not repairable.

14

Quick

 Referenc

e Guide

Safe Driving 

(P27)

Airbags 

(P39)

● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and 

your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.

Child Safety 

(P52)

● 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 

(P64)

● 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 

(P232)

● Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints, 

steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.

Seat Belts 

(P32)

● 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.

15

Quick

 Referenc

e Guide

Instrument Panel 

(P67)

System Indicators

Malfunction 

Indicator Lamp

Low Oil Pressure 

Indicator

Anti-lock Brake 

System (ABS

Indicator

Vehicle Stability 

Assist (VSA®) System 

Indicator

VSA® OFF Indicator

Electric Power 

Steering (EPS) System 

Indicator

Lights On Indicator

High Beam Indicator

Smart Entry System 

Indicator

Seat Belt Reminder 

Indicator

Lights Indicators

CRUISE MAIN 

Indicator

System Message 

Indicator

Brake System 

Indicator (Amber)

Supplemental 

Restraint System 

Indicator

Forward Collision 

Warning (FCW

Indicator

*

Door Open Indicator

Tachometer

Instant Fuel 
Economy Gauge

Speedometer

Fuel Gauge

Security System Alarm Indicator

Shift Lever Position Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

Gauges 

(P84)

/intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) 

(P85)

/

System Indicators 

(P68)

Trunk Open Indicator

ECON Mode Indicator

Turn Signal and 

Hazard Warning 

Indicators

High Temperature 

Indicator

Low Temperature 

Indicator

Ambient Meter

System Indicators

System Indicators

Low Tire Pressure/

TPMS Indicator

U.S. models only

Parking Brake 

and Brake System 

Indicator (Red)

IMA System 
Indicator

CRUISE CONTROL 

Indicator

System Indicators

12 Volt Battery 

Charging System 

Indicator

Auto Idle Stop 

Indicator

U.S.

Canada

U.S.

Canada

Lane Departure 

Warning (LDW

Indicator

*

Immobilizer System 

Indicator

* Not available on all models

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Content   ..    1  2   ..