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Honda Civic (2022 year). Manual in english - page 2

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Honda Sensing

(P 473)

Honda Sensing

is a driver support system

which employs the use of two distinctly
different kinds of sensors: the sonar sensors
located in the front and rear bumper and a
front wide view camera mounted to the
interior side of the windshield, behind the
rearview mirror.

Honda Sensing

is a driver support system

which employs the use of a front wide view
camera mounted to the interior side of the
windshield, behind the rearview mirror.

Models with Low Speed Braking Control

Models without Low Speed Braking Control

Front Wide View
Camera

The camera is located
behind the rearview
mirror.

Sonar Sensors

Collision Mitigation
Braking System

(CMBS

)

(P 476)

The system can assist you when it
determines there is a possibility of your
vehicle colliding with a vehicle ahead from
behind, an oncoming vehicle in front, a
pedestrian, or someone riding a bicycle
(moving bicycle). The CMBS

is designed to

alert you when the potential for a collision
is determined, as well as assist in reducing
speed, avoiding collisions, and reducing
collision severity.

Low Speed Braking
Control

(P488)

Using sonar sensors located on the front and
rear bumpers, this system detects if there is
danger of a potential collision with a wall or
other obstacle during normal driving or
when the accelerator pedal is depressed
with too much force. The system then assists
in avoiding collisions and reducing damage
from impact through assistive braking and/
or assistive driving power suppression.

Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) with Low Speed
Follow

(P494)

Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed and
a set following-interval behind a vehicle
detected ahead of yours and, if the detected
vehicle comes to a stop, can decelerate and
stop your vehicle, without you having to
keep your foot on the brake or the
accelerator.

Lane Keeping Assist
System (LKAS)

(P 516)

Provides steering input to help keep the
vehicle in the middle of a detected lane and
provides tactile and visual alerts if the
vehicle is detected drifting out of its lane.

Not available on all models

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Traffic Jam Assist

(P528)

The traffic jam assist system uses a camera
mounted to the upper portion of the
windshield to detect and monitor left and
right white (or yellow) traffic lane lines.
Based on inputs from the camera, the
system can apply steering torque to keep
your vehicle in the center of the detected
lane.

Road Departure
Mitigation System

(P 537)

Alerts and helps assist you when the system
detects a possibility of your vehicle crossing
over detected lane markings, or
approaching the outer edge of the
pavement (into grass or gravel border) or a
detected oncoming vehicle.

Traffic Sign Recognition
System

(P545 )

Reminds you of road sign information, such
as the current speed limit your vehicle has
just passed through, showing it on the
gauge.

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Maintenance

(P 581)

Under the Hood

(P 595)

●

Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid. Add
when necessary.

●

Check brake fluid.

●

Check the battery condition monthly.

Pull the hood release handle under the driver's side lower corner
of the dashboard.

Locate the hood latch lever, push it to the side, and then raise the
hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you can release the
lever.

When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly locked in
place.

Lights

(P 610)

●

Inspect all lights regularly.

Wiper Blades

(P 615)

●

Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield or become
noisy.

Tires

(P 617)

●

Inspect tires and wheels
regularly.

●

Check tire pressures regularly.

●

Install snow tires for winter
driving.

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Handling the Unexpected

(P 639)

Flat Tire

(P 641)

●

Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.

Indicators Come On

(P 658)

●

Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.

Engine Won’t Start

(P 648)

●

If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.

Blown Fuse

(P 664)

●

Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.

Overheating

(P 656)

●

Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.

Emergency Towing

(P 670)

●

Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.

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What to Do If

The power mode does not
change from ACCESSORY
to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
Why?

The shift lever should be moved to

(

Why does the brake pedal
pulsate slightly when
applying the brakes?

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.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

(P 560)

The rear door cannot be
opened from inside the
vehicle. Why?

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, slide the
lever up to the unlock position.

Why do the doors lock
after I unlocked the doors?

If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatically for security.

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Why does the beeper
sound when I open the
driver's door?

The beeper sounds when:

●

The power mode is in ACCESSORY.

●

The exterior lights are left on.

●

The Auto Idle Stop is in operation.

Why does a beeper sound
when I walk away from the
vehicle after I close the
door?

The beeper sounds if the remote key has moved outside the
walk away auto lock operating range before all doors
completely close.

Locking the doors and trunk (Walk away auto lock

)

(P 161)

Why does the beeper
sound when I start driving?

The beeper sounds when the driver and/or front passenger are
not wearing their seat belts.

Pressing the electric
parking brake switch does
not release the parking
brake. Why?

Press the electric parking brake switch with the brake pedal
depressed.

I’m seeing an amber
indicator of a tire with an
exclamation point. What is
that?

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) needs attention. If
you recently inflated or changed a tire, you have to recalibrate
the system.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

(P 462)

Models with keyless access system

U.S. models

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Depressing the accelerator
pedal does not release the
parking brake
automatically. Why?

●

Fasten the driver’s seat belt.

●

Check if the transmission is in

(

. If so, select any other

position.

Why do I hear a screeching
sound when I apply the
brake pedal?

The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.

Safe Driving

For Safe 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

■

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.

■

Restrain all children

Children ages 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.

■

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.

■

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.

Important Safety Precautions

Some states, provinces and territories prohibit the use
of cell phones other than hands-free devices by the
driver while driving.

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Important Safety Precautions

Safe Driving

■

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.

■

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.

■

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.

■

Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle

Children, pets and people needing assistance left unattended in the vehicle may be
injured if they activate one or more of the vehicle controls. They may also cause the
vehicle to move, resulting in a crash in which they and/or another person(s) can be
injured or killed. Also, depending on the ambient temperature, the temperature of
the interior may reach extreme levels, which can result in harm or death. Even if the
climate control system is on, never leave them in the vehicle unattended as the
climate control system can shut off at any time.

For Safe Driving

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Safe Driving

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

The following checklist will help you take an active role in protecting yourself and
your passengers.

Your 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 and
rear outer 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

Outer Lap Pretensioners

Knee Airbags

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Safety Checklist

Safe Driving

Safety Checklist

For the safety of you and your passengers, make a habit of checking these items
each time before you drive.

•

After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure all doors are closed and locked.
Locking the doors helps prevent an occupant from being ejected and an outsider
from unexpectedly opening a door.

Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside

P. 166

•

Adjust your seat to a position suitable for driving. Be sure the front seats are
adjusted as far to the rear as possible while allowing the driver to control the
vehicle. Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious or fatal injury in a
crash.

Seats

P. 198

•

Adjust head restraints to the proper position. Head restraints are most effective
when the center of the head restraint aligns with the center of your head. Taller
persons should adjust their head restraint to the highest position.

Adjusting the Front Head Restraints

P. 204

•

Always wear your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly. Confirm that any
passengers are properly belted as well.

Fastening a Seat Belt

P. 47

•

Protect children by using seat belts or child seats according to a child’s age, height
and weight.

Child Safety

P. 71

Safety Checklist

If the door and/or trunk open message appears on
the driver information interface, a door and/or the
trunk is not completely closed. Close all doors and
the trunk tightly until the message disappears.

Warnings

P. 125, 150

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Seat Belts

About Your Seat Belts

Seat belts are the single most effective safety device because they keep you
connected to the vehicle so that you can take advantage of many built-in safety
features. They also help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the
vehicle, against any passengers, or out of the vehicle. When worn properly, seat
belts also keep your body properly positioned in a crash so that you can take full
advantage of the additional protection provided by the airbags.

In addition, seat belts help protect you in almost every type of crash, including:

frontal impacts

side impacts

rear impacts

rollovers

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Lap/shoulder seat belts

All five seating positions are equipped with lap/shoulder seat belts with emergency
locking retractors. In normal driving the retractor lets you move freely while keeping
some tension on the belt. During a collision or sudden stop the retractor locks to
restrain your body.

The front passenger’s and rear seat belts also have a lockable retractor for use with
child seats.

Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt

P. 78

About Your Seat Belts

If you extend the seat belt too quickly, it will lock in
place. If this happens, slightly retract the seat belt,
then extend it slowly.

Seat belts cannot completely protect you in every
crash. But in most cases, seat belts can reduce your
risk of serious injury.

Most states and all Canadian provinces and territories
require you to wear seat belts.

WARNING

Not wearing a seat belt properly increases
the chance of serious injury or death in a
crash, even though your vehicle has
airbags.

Be sure you and your passengers always
wear seat belts and wear them properly.

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Seat Belts

About Your Seat Belts

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Proper use of seat belts

Follow these guidelines for proper use:

•

All occupants should sit upright, well back in the seat, and remain in that position
for the duration of the trip. Slouching and leaning reduce the effectiveness of the
belt and can increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.

•

Never place the shoulder part of a lap/shoulder seat belt under your arm or
behind your back. This could cause very serious injuries in a crash.

•

Two people should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they could be very
seriously injured in a crash.

•

Do not put any accessories on the seat belts. Devices intended to improve comfort
or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the protective capability
and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.

About Your Seat Belts

If a front or rear seat passenger moves around and
extends the seat belt, the lockable retractor may
activate. If this happens, release the retractor by
unfastening the seat belt and allow the belt to retract
completely. Then, refasten the belt.

Seat Belts

About Your Seat Belts

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Front seats

The seat belt system includes an indicator on
the instrument panel to remind the driver or a
front passenger or both to fasten their seat
belts.
If you set the power mode to ON and a seat
belt is not fastened, a beeper will sound and
the indicator will blink. After a few seconds,
the beeper will stop and the indicator will
come on and remain illuminated until the seat
belt is fastened.

The beeper will periodically sound and the
indicator will blink while the vehicle is moving
until the seat belt is fastened.

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Seat Belt Reminder

Seat Belt Reminder

The indicator will also come on if a front passenger
does not fasten their seat belt within six seconds after
the power mode is set to ON.
When no one is sitting in the front passenger’s seat,
the indicator will not come on and the beeper will not
sound. The indicator also may not come on and the
beeper may not sound when the occupant is not
heavy enough to trigger the weight sensor. Such
occupants (e.g., infants and smaller children) should
be moved to the rear seat as a deploying front airbag
likely will injure or kill them.

Protecting Child Passengers

P. 71

Seat Belts

About Your Seat Belts

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Rear seats

Your vehicle monitors rear seat belt use.
A driver information interface and indicator
notify you if any of the rear seat belts are
unlatched.

The display appears when:

•

A rear door is opened or closed.

•

Any of the rear passengers latches or
unlatches their seat belt.

The beeper sounds and indicator blinks if any
rear passenger’s seat belt is unlatched while
driving.

To see the display:

Switching the Display

P. 113, 139

: Latched

: Unlatched

Seat Belts

About Your Seat Belts

Safe Driving

The front seats and the outer rear seats are equipped with automatic seat belt
tensioners to enhance safety.

The tensioners automatically tighten the front seat belts and the outer rear seat belts
during a moderate-to-severe frontal collision, sometimes even if the collision is not
severe enough to inflate the front airbags or the front knee airbags.

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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners

Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners

The seat belt tensioners can only operate once.
If a tensioner is activated, the SRS indicator will come
on. Have a dealer replace the tensioner and
thoroughly inspect the seat belt system as it may not
offer protection in a subsequent crash.

During a moderate-to-severe side impact, the
tensioner on both sides of the vehicle also activates.

Front seats

Outer rear seats

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