Page 1 Introduction Congratulations! Your selection of a 2010 Honda Civic Hybrid was a wise As you read this manual, you will investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. find information that is preceded by symbol. This One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to information is intended to help you read this manual.
Page 2 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. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 3 Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions. Safety Section such as Driver and Passenger Safety. Instructions how to use this vehicle correctly and safely. This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 4 Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information) ....Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) (how to order) .................. Index ..............................Service Information Summary (fluid capacities and tire pressures) 2010 Civic Hybrid 00X31-SNC-6400 © 2009 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Features Technical Information How to operate the climate control ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, system, the audio system, and other and technical information. convenience features. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 6 RELEASE HANDLE (P. 243) TRUNK RELEASE AUTOMATIC HANDLE TRANSMISSION (CVT) (P. 88) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 260) (P. 211) (P. 96) USB ADAPTER CABLE Vehicle with navigation system is shown (P. 132, 185) If equipped 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 7: Your Vehicle At A Glance
(P. 77) Vehicle with navigation system is shown To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. If equipped Canadian model only Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 8: Driver And Passenger Safety
6. Maintain a Proper Sitting Protecting Children General Front ......... Position ........ Guidelines ........ Additional Safety Precautions . Advice for Pregnant Women ..All Children Must Be Carbon Monoxide Hazard ..... Additional Safety Precautions . Restrained ....... Safety Labels ........2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 9: Important Safety Precautions
So don’t drink should use a booster seat and a lap/ and drive, and don’t let your friends shoulder belt until they can use the drink and drive, either. belt properly without a booster seat (see pages 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 10 Remember, situations can change conditions, regardless of the and perform all regularly scheduled quickly, and only you can decide maximum speed posted. maintenance (see page when it is safe to divert attention away from driving. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 11: Your Vehicle's Safety Features
(8) Side Airbags The following pages explain how you (9) Side Curtain Airbags can take an active role in protecting (10) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (11) Door Locks yourself and your passengers. (12) Front Seat Belt Buckle Tensioners 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 12: Seat Belts
What You Should Do: In addition, most states and all side impacts Always wear your seat belt, and Canadian provinces and territories rear impacts make sure you wear it properly. require you to wear seat belts. rollovers 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 13: Airbags
(see page information on how your side airbags to severe side impact (see page for more information on how work). for more information on how your front airbags work). your side curtain airbags work). 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 14 Airbags can pose hazards. their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force. So while airbags help save lives, they can cause minor injuries or more serious or even fatal injuries if occupants are not properly restrained or sitting properly. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 15: Protecting Adults And Teens
Have a front passenger adjust their See page for how to lock the seat as far to the rear as possible. doors, page for how the door-open indicator works, and page for how the automatic door locking and unlocking feature works. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 16: Adjust The Seat-Backs
Passengers with adjustable seat- backs should also adjust their seat- back to a comfortable, upright position. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 17: Adjust The Head Restraints
Have passengers adjust their head restraints work. restraints properly as well. Taller See page for how to adjust the persons should adjust their restraint seat-backs. as high as possible. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 18: Fasten And Position The Seat Belts
If necessary, pull up on the belt again to remove any slack, then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder. This spreads the forces of a crash CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 19: Maintain A Proper Sitting Position
(it has four information about your seat belts chance of injury during a crash is positions). and how to take care of them. greatly increased. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 20: Advice For Pregnant Women
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Page 21: Additional Safety Precautions
Do not cover or replace front seat- back covers without consulting Improperly replacing your dealer. or covering front seat-back covers can prevent your side airbags from inflating during a side impact. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 22: Additional Information About Your Seat Belts
This system monitors the front seat belts. If you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position before your seat belt is fastened, the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash. If 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 23: Lap/Shoulder Belt
During a collision enough to cause the front airbags to or sudden stop, the retractor deploy. automatically locks the belt to help 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 24: Seat Belt Maintenance
Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious Honda provides a limited warranty injury or death if the seat belts on seat belts. See your Honda do not work properly when...
Page 25: Additional Information About Your Airbags
(8) Front Impact Sensors (9) Passenger Airbag Off Indicator (10) Side Impact Sensors (First) (11) Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS) Sensors (10) (12) Front Passenger’s Weight Sensors/OPDS Sensors Control Unit (13) Seat Belt Buckle Tensioners (14) Rear Safing Sensor 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 26 The (15) airbags are stored in the ceiling, above the side windows. The front (15) and rear pillars are marked ‘‘SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG’’ (see page (15) Side Impact Sensor (Second) (16) Side Curtain Airbags CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 27 If the seat is too far forward, the airbag will (see page inflate with less force (see page 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 28: How Your Front Airbags Work
(see page they see them lying in their laps. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 29 If the occupant’s belt is , the latched with a little less force. airbag will inflate at a slightly higher threshold, when the airbag would be needed to supplement the protection provided by the seat belt. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 30 If the seat is under the seat. Although Honda too far forward, the airbag will does not encourage carrying an or put any objects or metal items under the front seats.
Page 31 This includes: A rear passenger pushing or pulling on the back of the front passenger’s seat. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 32: How Your Side Airbags Work
To get the best protection from the Although Honda does not encourage side airbags, front seat occupants children to ride in front, if the should wear their seat belts and sit position sensors detect a child has upright and well back in their seats.
Page 33: How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work
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Page 34: How The Srs Indicator Works
If the SRS indicator does not come on after you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If the indicator stays on after the engine starts. If the indicator comes on or flashes on and off while you drive. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 35: How The Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works
65 lbs (29 kg) or less seat belt properly. soon as possible. (the weight of an infant or small child) on the front passenger’s seat. It does there is a problem not mean with the airbag. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 36: Airbag Service
Honda replaced along with the control are operating properly. Automobile Customer Service at unit and other related parts. Any (800) 999-1009.
Page 37: Protecting Children General
If you have children, or ever need to (see pages vehicle drive with a child in your vehicle, be sure to read this section. It begins with important general guidelines, then presents special information for infants, small children, and larger children. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 38: All Children Should Sit In A Back Seat
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Page 39: Protecting Children General Guidelines
SUN VISORS DASHBOARD in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels. Canadian Models SUN VISORS 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 40: If You Must Drive With Several Children
(see page Have the child sit upright and well back in the seat (see page Make sure the seat belt is properly positioned and secured (see page 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 41: Additional Safety Precautions
Use the childproof door locks to the vehicle in motion, possibly prevent children from opening the This can prevent injuring themselves or others. rear doors. children from accidentally falling out (see page 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 42: Protecting Infants And Small Children
It could also interfere with proper one year old. operation of the passenger’s advanced front airbag system. Only a rear-facing child seat provides proper support for a baby’s head, neck, and back. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 43: Protecting Small Children
Many experts inflating airbag can strike the child recommend use of a rear-facing seat with enough force to cause very up to age two, if the child’s height serious or fatal injuries. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 44: Selecting A Child Seat
If you must place a forward- facing child seat in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as The child seat should fit the possible, and properly restrain vehicle seating position (or the child. positions) where it will be used. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 45: Installing A Child Seat
A child seat secured with a seat belt facing child seats. should be installed as firmly as possible. However, it does not need to be ‘‘rock solid.’’ Some side-to-side 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 46: With Latch
Some LATCH-compatible seats have a rigid-type connector as Make sure there are no objects shown above. near the anchors that could prevent a secure connection between the child seat and the anchors. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 47 ), then route the tether strap above. through the legs of the head restraint and over the seat-back, Whatever type you have, follow making sure the strap is not the child seat maker’s instructions twisted. for adjusting or tightening the fit. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 48: With A Lap/Shoulder Belt
After the belt has retracted, tug on it. If the belt is locked, you will not be able to pull it out. If you can pull the belt out, it is not locked, and you will need to repeat these steps. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 49: With A Tether
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Page 50 Lift the anchor cover, then attach tightened securely. the tether strap hook to the anchor, making sure the strap is not twisted. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 51: Protecting Larger Children
Does the child sit all the way back against the seat? Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over the edge of the seat? 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 52: Using A Booster Seat
A child who has outgrown a forward- facing child seat should ride in a back seat and use a booster seat until the lap/shoulder belt fits them properly without the booster. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 53: When Can A Larger Child Sit In Front
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Page 54: Additional Safety Precautions
If they do, they same seat belt. could be very seriously injured in a Supervise the child. Even mature crash. children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 55: Carbon Monoxide Hazard
The vehicle was in a crash that Even with the door open, run the Set the temperature control to a may have damaged the underside. engine only long enough to move the comfortable setting. vehicle out of the garage. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 56: Safety Labels
Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for a replacement. Canadian models RADIATOR CAP CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 57 Safety Labels HOOD DOORJAMBS U.S. models U.S. models Canadian models Canadian models 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 58: Instruments And Controls
Accessory Power Socket ..Turn Signals and Headlights ..Glove Box ........Daytime Running Lights .... Console Compartment ..... Instrument Panel Brightness ..Interior Lights ....... Hazard Warning Button ....Rear Window Defogger ....Steering Wheel Adjustment ..2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 59: Control Locations
TRUNK RELEASE AUTOMATIC HANDLE HORN TRANSMISSION (CVT) (P. 88) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P. 211) (P. 96) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET USB ADAPTER CABLE (P. 101) (P. 132, 185) Vehicle with navigation system is shown If equipped 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 60: Instrument Panel
(P. 31, 59) (P. 62, 264, 265) TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR (P. 61) The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. Optional in U.S. 2 : If equipped 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 61: Instrument Panel Indicators
ON brakes and tires. belt tensioners, driver’s seat position (II) position. sensor, or the front passenger’s weight sensors. For more information, see page 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 62 ABS. If this happens, have your vehicle checked at a dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. For more information, see page 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 63 (see page If two or more tires are underinflated, Door-open Indicator call a professional towing service (see page ). For more This indicator comes on if any door information, see page is not closed tightly. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 64 See page come on (see page more information on the maintenance minder. This indicator goes off when your dealer resets it after completing the required maintenance service. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 65 If this indicator comes on when the This indicator comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not Auto Idle Stop Indicator being charged. For more information, security system is set. For more information, see page see page See pages 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 66 For more information, see page comes back on again while driving, take the vehicle to your dealer to have it checked. With the indicator on, the EPS may be off, making the vehicle harder to steer. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 67 VSA traction and This indicator normally comes on for stability enhancement. a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. For more information, see page 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 68: Gauges
INFORMATION reset, or alter the odometer with the DISPLAY intent to change the number of miles TRIP METER ODOMETER/OUTSIDE or kilometers indicated. TEMPERATURE INDICATOR SEL/RESET BUTTON DISPLAY CHANGE BUTTON INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS CONTROL BUTTONS 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 69: Display Change Button
(mph or km/h), the trip meter and It shows the number of mpg or l/100 odometer readings are shown with miles or km. The average fuel mileage and instant fuel economy are shown with mpg or l/100 km. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 70: Trip Meter
To reset a trip meter, display it, and or if the vehicle’s battery goes dead then press and hold the SEL/RESET or is disconnected. button until the number resets to ‘‘0.0.’’ 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 71: Outside Temperature Indicator
When it reaches the desired value, release the SEL/RESET button. You should see the new outside temperature displayed. In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 72: Check Fuel Cap Message
For more information, see the fuel fill cap. To scroll to another page display, press the SEL/RESET button. The ‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ message will appear each time you restart the engine until the system turns the message off. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 73: Ima Battery Level Gauge
IMA calculates the level by continuously happens, have the vehicle checked when it is assisting the engine with measuring the current flow, voltage, by your dealer as soon as possible. powering the vehicle. and temperature. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 74: Charge/Assist Gauge
Integrated Motor Assist (IMA). about 15 minutes in hot weather. When the IMA battery is being charged, the bottom side of the gauge illuminates. When the IMA is assisting the engine, the upper side of the gauge illuminates. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 75: Controls Near The Steering Wheel
CONTROL BUTTONS Vehicle with navigation system is shown. To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. If equipped Canadian model only Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system, refer to the navigation system manual. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 76: Windshield Wipers And Washers
(20 km/h). Windshield washers While the vehicle is stopped and in Push the right lever up or down to gear, the wipers sweep the select a position. windshield whenever you remove your foot from the brake pedal. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 77: Turn Signals And Headlights
’’ or ‘‘ ’’ position, the lights on indicator comes on as a reminder. This indicator stays on if you leave the light switch on and turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 78: Daytime Running Lights
There are six brightness levels. about 10 seconds. When you push either button, the information display indicates the current level. You will hear a tone when you reach the maximum or minimum brightness. The display returns to the odometer 5 seconds 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 79: Hazard Warning Button
15 minutes. It also shuts vehicle is disabled. off when you turn off the ignition switch. You have to turn the defogger on again when you restart the vehicle. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 80: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Move the steering wheel up or down, and in or out, so it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 81: Keys And Locks
You will need this key number if you high humidity. TRANSMITTER (Gray) ever have to get a key replaced. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them. These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the Keep the keys away from liquids.
Page 82: Immobilizer System
(1) this device may not cause key or other metal object (i.e. key interference, and (2) this device must fob) is near the ignition switch when accept any interference that may cause you insert the key. undesired operation of the device. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 83: Ignition Switch
To turn the key, the shift lever must START (III) Use this position be in Park, and you must push the only to start the engine. The switch key in slightly. returns to the ON (II) position when you let go of the key. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 84: Door Locks
Pulling out on the driver’s door lock tab locks all doors. To unlock the driver’s door from the outside, turn the key and release it. If you turn it again, all the doors unlock. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 85: Childproof Door Locks
With the lever in the LOCK position, the door cannot be opened from the inside regardless of the position of the lock tab. To open the door, push the lock tab in, and use the outside door handle. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 86 Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and open the driver’s Turn the ignition switch to the ON door. (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 87 Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 88: Auto Door Unlocking
Turn the ignition switch to the ON whenever you turn the ignition (II) position, and open the driver’s switch to the ACCESSORY (I) door. position. All doors unlock whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 89 Park (P) position. Turn the ignition switch to the ON Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to (II) position, and make sure to close the driver’s door. close the driver’s door. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 90 Continue to hold the switch: LOCK (0) position. Until you hear another click (after about 5 seconds) to activate driver’s door unlock feature. Or, until you hear two more clicks (after about 10 seconds) to activate all doors unlock feature. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 91: Trunk
Parents should decide if their key. children should be shown how to use this feature. For more information about child safety, see page 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 92: Remote Transmitter
If you push the LOCK button twice the doors automatically relock and replacement needs to be within 5 seconds, you will hear a the security system will also set. reprogrammed by your dealer. horn to verify that the security system has set. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 93 Remove the screw at the base of by releasing the two tabs on the the transmitter with a small cover. Phillips-head screwdriver. Separate the transmitter by prying its middle seam with your fingernail. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 94 Move the seat to the desired position, and release the bar. Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 95: Seats
Once a seat is adjusted correctly, outside of the seat cushion. To lower rock it back and forth to make sure it the seat, push the lever down is locked in position. repeatedly. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 96 Do not attempt to adjust it adjusted to its highest position. while driving. To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, push the release button sideways, and push the restraint down. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 97 Always replace the head The driver’s and front passenger’s inspected by a Honda dealer. restraints before driving. seats have active head restraints. If the vehicle is struck severely from...
Page 98 Do not place any object between an occupant and the seat-back. Install each restraint in its proper location. Only use genuine Honda The lid of the console compartment replacement head restraints. can be used as an armrest by moving it forward and backward. Make sure the armrest is securely latched.
Page 99: Seat Heaters
The ignition switch must the seat warm. extended period, do not use the be in the ON (II) position to use the seat heaters even on the LO setting. It can weaken the battery, heaters. causing hard starting. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 100: Power Windows
The windows operate for up to 10 before closing it. minutes after you turn off the ignition switch. Opening either front door cancels this function. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 101: Mirrors
(off) position. This turns the glare from headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of adjustment switch off to keep your the mirror to select the day or night settings. position. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 102: Parking Brake
(see page Press the button again to turn the heaters off. Pressing this button also turns the rear window defogger on and off. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 103: Interior Convenience Items
Interior Convenience Items CONSOLE COMPARTMENT COAT HOOK COIN BOX CENTER POCKET VANITY MIRROR ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET GLOVE BOX ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET USB ADAPTER CABLE BEVERAGE HOLDERS : If equipped 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 104: Beverage Holders
To use an accessory power socket, the ignition switch must be in the Always keep the glove box ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. closed while driving. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 105: Interior Lights
OFF. In the Door Activated (center) to turn them on and off. position, the light comes on when you: Open any door. Unlock the doors with the key or remote transmitter. Remove the key from the ignition. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 106: Features
....Playing the AM/FM Radio ..Playing the XM Radio ....Adjusting the Sound ..... Playing a Disc ........ Disc Player Error Messages ..Playing a PC Card ......PC Card Error Messages ..... 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 107: Climate Control
Climate Control AUTO BUTTON FAN CONTROL DIAL TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL MODE CONTROL BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON FRESH AIR BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON WINDSHIELD DEFROST BUTTON OFF BUTTON 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 108 You will see AUTO in the the vehicle is low. To activate the air system’s display. conditioner, press A/C button. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 109 Air flows from the floor vents. When you select , the When the fresh air indicator is on, system automatically switches to air is brought in from the outside of fresh air mode. the vehicle. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 110 Set the fan to the desired speed. A/C, and setting the fan to Adjust the warmth of the air with maximum speed in fresh air mode. the temperature control dial. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 111 Set the fan and temperature before driving. previously off. controls to maximum level. Adjust the temperature so the airflow feels warm. Select to help clear the rear window. To increase airflow to the windshield, close the corner vents. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 112 A sunlight sensor is located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature/ humidity sensor is next to the steering column. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 113: Audio System
For vehicles without navigation system, see pages through For vehicles with navigation system, see pages through If your vehicle has a different audio system, refer to its manual for operating instructions. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
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Page 115: Audio System (Models Without Navigation System)
Audio System (Models without navigation system) SCAN BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB SEEK BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS TUNE/SOUND KNOB 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 116: Playing The Am/Fm Radio
Pick a preset number (1 6), and preset buttons, and 10 seconds. hold it until you hear a beep. AUTO SELECT Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 117 AM, and twelve FM stations in To turn off auto select the preset buttons. A. SEL (auto select) button. This restores the presets you originally set. For information on AM/FM radio frequencies and reception, see page 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 118: Adjusting The Sound
Turn the SOUND (TUNE) knob to BASS modes to adjust the tone to your liking. adjust the setting to your liking. If you feel the sound is too loud, choose low. If you feel the sound is too quiet, choose high. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 119: Playing The Xm Radio
It offers many channels in several categories. Along with a large selection of different types of music, XM Radio allows you to view channel and category selections in the display. PRESET BUTTONS TUNE KNOB 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 120 Channel mode, you can only select channels name, channel number, category, within that category. artist name, and music title. SEEK/SKIP (CATEGORY) Press either side of the CATEGORY button ( ) to select another category. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 121 To store a channel: Once a channel is stored, press and release the proper side of the preset Press the AUX button. Either XM1 button to tune to it. or XM2 will show in the display. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 122 To help travel from the equator. Carrying compensate for this, ground-based large items on a roof rack can also repeaters are placed in major block the signal. metropolitan areas. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 123 1-800-852-9696. You will need to give situations that could affect XM Radio them your radio I.D. number and reception. your credit card number. To get your radio I.D. number, turn the TUNE knob until ‘‘0’’ appears in the display. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 124: Playing A Disc
Playing a Disc (Models without navigation system) LOAD INDICATOR CD BUTTON REPEAT RANDOM DISPLAY BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON EJECT BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB FOLDER KNOB 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 125 You can select up to 255 32/44.1/48 kHz disc to jam in the unit. folders or tracks. Bitrate: 48/64/80/96/128/160/192 kbps Video CDs and DVDs will not work Compatible with variable bitrate in this unit. and multi-session Maximum layers (including ROOT): 8 layers 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 126 If the text data has more than 16 characters, you will see the first 15 characters and the indicator in the display. Press and hold the DISP button until the next 16 characters are shown. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 127 Turn it again to skip to the beginning the previous track. of the previous folder. Turning the TUNE knob more than one click To move rapidly within a track, press skips several folders at a time. and hold the side of the SEEK/SKIP button. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 128 RDM button, the mode changes RPT button, the mode changes from from folder random play to random file repeat to folder repeat, then to play (within a folder random play), normal play. then to normal play. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 129 CD button again to switch back to pressing the SCAN button, also turns the disc player. off the folder scan. Each time you press and release the SCAN button, the mode changes from file scan to folder scan, then to normal play. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 130 4 (DISC ) or the preset 1 (DISC on the preset button. To select the previous disc, press the preset 4 (DISC ), or the preset 1 (DISC to select the next disc in sequence. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 131: Disc Player Error Messages
Insert a different disc. If the new disc plays, there is a problem with the first disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take your vehicle to a dealer. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 132: Optional Disc Changer Error Messages
High Temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to the first disc. If the error message normal. cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take your vehicle to a dealer. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 133: Playing An Ipod
Playing an iPod (Models without navigation system) iPod INDICATOR DISP (DISPLAY) BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON RPT (REPEAT) TUNE KNOB BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BUTTON POWER/VOLUME KNOB RDM (RANDOM) BUTTON 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 134 4th generation iPod touch Ver. 1.1.1 or more iPod touch Ver. 2.1.1 or more 2nd generation Use only compatible iPods with the latest software. iPods that are not compatible will not work in this audio unit. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 135 In AAC format, DRM (digital rights management) files cannot be played. If the system finds a DRM file, the audio unit displays UNPLAYABLE, and then skips to the next file. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 136 Press and hold the DISP again to skip to the beginning of the button until the next 16 characters previous file. are shown. To move rapidly within a file, press and hold either side ( of the SEEK/SKIP button. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 137 TUNE knob to select a desired mode. item. If you stop adjusting, the displayed mode is selected after about five seconds. The system begins to play the first file stored in the selected 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 138 (album or the repeat feature. artist) are played. If you press and release the TUNE (SOUND) knob repeatedly, the display switches from the iPod menu to the sound settings (see page CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 139 Some functions feature plays all available albums in a may not be available on the vehicle’s selected mode (playlists, artists, audio system. albums or songs) in random order. The files in each album are played in 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 140 On some models, there is no message to disconnect. If you reconnect the same iPod, the system may begin playing where it left off, depending on what mode the iPod is in when it is reconnected. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 141: Ipod Error Messages
The system cannot read the file(s). Check the files in the iPod. There message, take your vehicle to your is a possibility that the files have been damaged. dealer. Appears when an unsupported iPod is connected. UNSUPPORTED VER 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 142: Playing A Usb Flash Memory
Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models without navigation system) DISP (DISPLAY) SCAN BUTTON BUTTON CD BUTTON AUX BUTTON RPT (REPEAT) TUNE KNOB BUTTON SEEK/SKIP BUTTON POWER/VOLUME KNOB RDM (RANDOM) BUTTON 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 143: Device
USB adapter. If Only AAC format files recorded the USB adapter cable equipped this is the case, use the accessory with iTunes are playable on this with your vehicle. adapter to supply power to your audio unit. device. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 144 Maximum layers: 8 The specifications for compatible WMA files are: Sampling frequency: 32/44.1/48 kHz Bitrate: 48 320/VBR kbps (Max 384) Supported standards: WMA version 7/8/9 Partition: Top partition only Maximum layers: 8 CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 145 When the USB flash memory device are shown. is connected, the display shows a ‘‘USB CONNECTED’’ message for a few seconds. If the AUX mode is selected, a ‘‘USB LOAD’’ message is displayed for a few seconds. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 146 TUNE knob right or left. Turn to the right to skip to the next folder, and turn to the left to skip to the previous folder. Turning the TUNE knob more than two clicks skips several CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 147 SCAN button. You will see SCAN in the display. You will get Press and hold the button until you a 10 second sampling of the file in hear a beep to turn off either random each folder. mode. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 148 USB flash memory device’s begin playing where it left off. instructions when you remove it. If you reconnect the same USB flash memory device, the system will begin playing where it left off. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 149: Usb Flash Memory Device
UNPLAYABLE FILE memory device. There is a possibility that the files have been take your vehicle to your dealer. damaged. Appears when the unsupported USB flash memory device is UNSUPPORTED connected. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 150: Audio System (Models With Navigation System)
See the FM2 ICON Navigation System Manual for complete details. FM1 ICON AM ICON AUTO SELECT AM/FM ICON BUTTON AUDIO BACKGROUND BUTTON ICON SCAN BUTTON SOUND ICON TUNE BAR PRESET BUTTONS U.S. model is shown. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 151: Playing The Am/Fm Radio
Release the bar when the you operate any of the control display reaches the desired buttons. On the navigation screen, frequency. you can also see audio information by touching the AUDIO INFO icon on the lower half of the screen. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 152 Pick a preset button, and hold it until you hear a beep. Repeat steps 1 through 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 153 It stores the AUTO SEL icon. This restores the frequencies of six AM, and twelve presets you originally set. FM stations in the preset buttons. For information on AM/FM radio frequencies and reception, see page 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 154: Playing The Xm Radio
Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) U.S. models only XM RADIO ICON MODE ICON JOYSTICK POWER/VOLUME KNOB CATEGORY INDICATOR AM/FM BUTTON XM RADIO BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON PRESET CHANNEL NUMBER TUNE BAR PRESET BUTTONS 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 155 On the navigation screen, you can also see the audio information by touching the AUDIO INFO icon on the lower part of the screen. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 156 Pick the preset button (icon) you you hear a channel you want to listen want for that channel. Press and to, press the button or touch the icon hold the button (icon) until you again. hear a beep. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 157 Select and touch a navigation screen. desired channel. To scroll through the display, touch icon on the side of the screen. To go back to the previous display, touch the Return icon on the screen. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 158 This channel has no encryption code is fully updated. artist or title information at this time. Channels 0 and 1 should still work normally. ‘‘ANTENNA’’ There is a problem with the XM antenna. Please consult your dealer. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 159 Satellite signals are more likely to be blocked by tall buildings and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator. Carrying large items on a roof rack can also block the signal. SATELLITE GROUND REPEATER 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 160 There may be other geographic www.xmradio.com situations that could affect XM Radio 1-800-852-9696. You will need to give reception. them your radio I.D. number and your credit card number. To get your radio I.D. number, press the TUNE 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 161: Adjusting The Sound
Adjusts the front-to-back decreases. Touch the appropriate FADER strength of the sound. To adjust the icon (Low, Mid, Hi, Off) to select the front/rear fader, touch the FR or RR mode. icon. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 162 Select the icon, then changes. move the joystick to left or right to change the setting. The system will return to the audio display about 10 seconds after you stop adjusting a mode. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 163: Playing A Disc
Playing a Disc (Models with navigation system) CD ICON JOYSTICK POWER/VOLUME KNOB OPEN BUTTON CD BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE BAR RANDOM FAST FORWARD SKIP BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON REWIND BUTTON SKIP BUTTON 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 164 You can select up to 99 folders and play up to 999 tracks. If the disc has a complex structure, it takes a while to read the disc before the system begins to play CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 165 If you put a cup, for example, on the You cannot load and play 3-inch screen, the liquid inside the cup may (8-cm) discs in this system. spill on the screen when you go over a bump. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 166 (preset 4) or (preset 3). and the elapsed time are shown. The system will continuously play a disc until you change modes. If the disc was not recorded with text data, it will not be displayed. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 167 (the files within a folder) in random order. To activate track random, press and release the RDM button (preset 2). You will see TRACK RANDOM in the display. Press and hold the RDM button for 2 seconds to return to normal play. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 168 Pressing either SKIP button (preset on the audio display. Press the 5 or 6), or selecting a different folder AUDIO button to show the audio with the TUNE bar, or pressing the display. SCAN button, also turns off folder scan. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 169 Then, select and touch a desired file. audio control display on the screen. select and touch a desired folder. Touch the folder icon on the upper left of the screen to move to the parent folder. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 170 You can also eject the disc when the stay in the drive. When you turn the ignition switch is off. system back on, the disc will begin playing where it left off. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 171 TUNE bar. To select the previous disc, press the side. To select the next disc, press the side. If you select an empty slot in the magazine, the changer will search for the next available disc to load and play. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 172: Disc Player Error Messages
High Temperature Will disappear when the temperature returns to the first disc. If the error message normal. cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take your vehicle to a dealer. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 173: Playing A Pc Card
Playing a PC Card (Models with navigation system) TRACK LIST ICON PC CARD ICON JOYSTICK POWER/VOLUME KNOB PLAY MODE ICON OPEN BUTTON CD/XM BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE BAR RANDOM SKIP BUTTON FAST FORWARD BUTTON BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON SKIP BUTTON REWIND BUTTON 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 174 PC cards for the PC card reader are: You cannot close the screen (move it to the upright position) CompactFlash until the PC card is inserted all the Flash ATA way into its slot or removed. SD memory card CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 175 The status bar appears on the back, and the PC card slot appears. bottom of the screen. On the navigation screen, you can see the audio information whenever you touch the AUDIO INFO icon on the screen. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 176 To select a play mode, push the AUDIO button to show the audio MODE INDICATOR MODE INDICATOR display, then touch the PLAY MODE icon on the display. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 177 ENT. playing menu. If you select ‘‘Continue playing the current song,’’ the system goes into the selected play mode after playing the current file. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 178 RDM button, or selecting a press ENT on the top of the joystick different folder/artist/album with to select the icon. the TUNE bar also turns off the repeat feature. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 179 RANDOM or ALBUM RANDOM in (preset 5 or 6) also turns off the scan (preset 5 or 6), selecting a different the display. feature. folder/artist/album with the TUNE bar, or pressing the SCAN button, also turns off the scan feature. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 180 Track List icon. The the folder icon on the upper left of folder list menu appears on the the screen to move to the parent display. folder. The current folder is highlighted in blue. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 181 In artist mode, the artist name is also In album mode, the album name is displayed on the right side of each also displayed on the right side of selectable icon. Select the desired each selectable icon. Select the file. desired file. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 182 Touch the List icon to begin the song search. If you press the CANCEL button on the screen, the display returns to the mode menu without doing a search. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 183 To scroll through the list, touch the icon on the side of the screen. Select the desired file by touching the appropriate icon, or moving the joystick and pressing ENT. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 184 When you turn the system back on, the card will begin playing where it left off. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 185: Pc Card Error Messages
PC card. Save the MP3 or WMA files in the PC card. It appears when the unsupported PC card is inserted. The system MEDIA ERROR supports CF card, Flash ATA card, and SanDisk 6-in-1 Card Adapter. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 186: Playing An Ipod
Playing an iPod (Models with navigation system) USB ICON JOYSTICK POWER/VOLUME KNOB AUDIO DISPLAY iPod INDICATOR MAP BUTTON CD/XM BUTTON AUDIO BUTTON CANCEL BUTTON RDM (RANDOM) RPT (REPEAT) FAST FORWARD SKIP BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON REWIND BUTTON SKIP BUTTON U.S. model is shown. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 187 ENT on the top of the Use only compatible iPods with the joystick to set your selection. latest software. iPods that are not compatible will not work in this audio unit. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 188 Some devices cannot be powered from the clip in the console or charged via the USB adapter. If compartment. this is the case, use the accessory adapter to supply power to your device. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 189 USB icon. The display also shows lower part of the screen. USB adapter cable securely. the current file number and total of the selected playable files, the artist, album and track (file) names on the navigation screen. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 190 Each preset button’s Press the AUDIO button to show the function is shown on the bottom of audio display, then touch the Track the screen. List icon. The track list menu appears on the display. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 191 Select a desired list by touching the iPod menu: playlists, artists, albums appropriate icon. and songs. Press the AUDIO button to display the audio display on the navigation screen. Touch the iPod MENU icon to display the iPod menu. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 192 The display shows the items on that list. Touch a desired file. To scroll through the display, touch icon on the side of the screen. To go back to the previous display, touch the Return icon. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 193 Each time you press and release the RDM button (preset 2). You will see audio system. RPT button, the mode changes TRACK RANDOM on the screen. between track repeat and normal play. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 194 (if selected) shows NO DATA. If you reconnect the same iPod, the system may begin playing where it left off, depending on what mode the iPod is in when it is reconnected. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 195: Ipod Error Messages
If you cannot clear the error UNSUPPORTED Appears when an unsupported iPod is connected. message, take your vehicle to your NO SONG There is no music information. dealer. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 196: Playing A Usb Flash Memory
JOYSTICK POWER/VOLUME KNOB MP3 INDICATOR TRACK LIST ICON AUDIO BUTTON SCAN BUTTON SOUND ICON TUNE BAR RDM (RANDOM) RPT (REPEAT) FAST FORWARD SKIP BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON REWIND BUTTON TUNE BAR SKIP BUTTON U.S. model is shown. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 197: Device
Move it to left, with iTunes are playable on this right, up, or down to change the audio unit. highlighting and scroll through lists, then press ENT on the top of the joystick to set your selection. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 198 Voice Control System You can select the AUX mode by We recommend backing up your using the navigation system voice data before playing a USB flash control buttons, but cannot operate memory device. the play mode functions. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 199 Pull out the USB connector from 44.1/48 kHz Bitrate: the holder and remove the cable 48 320 kbps from the clip in the console Supported standards: compartment. MPEG4/AAC LC MPEG2/AAC LC Partition: Top partition only Maximum layers: 8 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 200 When the USB device is connected and the audio display is selected on the screen by pressing the AUDIO button, the AUX icon switches to the USB icon. The display also shows the folder and file numbers, and the elapsed time. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 201 (preset 3). TRACK LIST ICON U.S. model is shown. You can also select a folder and file from the lists shown on the screen. Press the AUDIO button to show the audio display on the navigation screen. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 202 Then, select and touch a desired file. select and touch a desired folder. Touch the folder icon on the upper left of the screen to move to the parent folder. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 203 You will see TRACK REPEAT in the replays all the tracks/files in the display. selected folder in the order they are stored. To activate folder repeat, press and hold the RPT button (preset 1) until you see FOLDER REPEAT in the display. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 204 SCAN button until you see FOLDER SCAN in the display. You Press and hold the button until you will get a 10 second sampling of each hear a beep to turn off either random first track/file in the folder(s). mode. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 205 NO DATA. If a PC card is in the audio unit, touch the CARD icon to play the PC If you reconnect the same USB flash card. memory device, the system will begin playing where it left off. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 206: Usb Flash Memory Device
There is a possibility that the files have been damaged. vehicle to your dealer. Appears when the unsupported USB flash memory device is connected. UNSUPPORTED NO SONG There is no music information. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 207: Am/Fm Radio Reception
You may temporarily hear both display a frequency of 100.9 even the station’s signal. stations, or hear only the station you though the announcer may identify are close to. the station as ‘‘FM101.’’ 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 208 This causes day and not receive it the next day the sound to distort or flutter. This is because of a change in conditions. a main cause of poor radio reception in city driving. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 209: Protecting Your Discs
Do not use discs with adhesive labels. drive. The label can curl up and cause the Never try to insert foreign objects in disc to jam in the unit. the disc player. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 210 Examples of these discs are shown Bubbled/ With Label/ Using Printer Sealed With Plastic Wrinkled Sticker Label Kit Ring to the right: Damaged discs Poor quality discs Burrs Chipped/ Warped Cracked CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 211 3-inch (8-cm) CD Triangle Shape following formats. Fingerprints, scratches, etc. CD-R or CD-RW may not play due to the recording conditions. Scratches and fingerprints on the discs may cause the sound to skip. Can Shape Arrow Shape 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 212: Radio Theft Protection
It is best to store this card in a safe place at home. In addition, you should write the audio system’s serial number in this owner’s manual. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 213: Remote Audio Controls
( ) of the button, the system folder name, etc.). goes to the next preset station on the band you are listening to. Press and release the bottom ( ) to go back to the previous station. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 214: Auxiliary Input Jack
Press it twice to return to the previous file. When a compatible audio unit is connected to the jack, press the AUX button (AUX icon on models with navigation system) to select it. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 215: Setting The Clock
If the displayed time is after GPS. Refer to the navigation system the half hour, the clock sets forward manual for how to adjust the time. to the beginning of the next hour. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 216: Security System
With the system set, you can still or add other devices to it. immediately to show you the system open the trunk with the master key is setting itself. or the remote transmitter without triggering the alarm. The alarm will 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 217: Cruise Control
The CRUISE when traveling on open come back on. MAIN indicator on the instrument highways in good weather. panel comes on. Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 218 Push on the accelerator pedal. CONTROL indicator on the Accelerate to the desired cruising instrument panel will go out. speed, then press the SET/ When the vehicle slows to the DECEL button. desired speed, press the SET/ DECEL button. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 219 You can cancel cruise control in any previous cruising speed. of these ways: Tap the brake pedal. Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel. Push the CRUISE button on the steering wheel. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 220: Bluetooth Handsfreelink
Adjust or close them as necessary. HFL Back button Press and release to end a call, go back to the previous command, or cancel the command. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 221 For help at any time, including a voices other than yours, recognized. list of available commands, say commands may be misinterpreted. ‘‘Hands free help.’’ To change the volume level of HFL, use the audio system volume knob or the steering wheel volume controls. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 222 HFL is in use, will ‘‘HFL’’ message on the screen. displayed on the screen if your appear on the navigation screen phone is linked to HFL. when the audio system is on. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 223 Enter desired phone number (See page 226) Once a phonebook entry is stored, you can say a name here. ‘‘Jim Smith’’ (See page 226) Press and release the HFL Talk button each time you give a command. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 224 If your phone supports this function, use this to transfer contacts from ‘‘Receive Contact’’ your phone to HFL (See page 232) ‘‘List’’ Hear a list of all stored phonebook entries (See page 232) Press and release the HFL Talk button each time you give a command. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 225 Hear a tutorial for general rules on using the system (See page 218) Hear a list of available commands and additional information describing each command ‘‘Hands Free Help’’ (See page 218) Press and release the HFL Talk button each time you give a command. : Canadian models 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 226 4-digit is not ready to pair or a phone is code from the previous step. not found, the system will time out and return to idle. Follow the HFL prompts and name the newly paired phone. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 227 Follow the HFL HFL will read out all the paired you which phone’s name you want prompts to continue with the phone’s names. to change. Follow the HFL deletion. prompts and rename the phone. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 228 HFL prompts. linked to the system. HFL will inform you which phone is now linked. If no other phones are found or paired, HFL will inform you that the original phone is linked again. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 229 During a call, HFL allows you to talk call. up to 30 minutes after you remove Once connected, you will hear the the key from the ignition switch. person you called through the audio However, this may weaken the speakers. vehicle’s battery. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 230 .’’ choose a phone number from. Cellular Phonebook Select ‘‘ Search Imported If the phonebook you select is PIN- Phonebook .’’ protected, you will need to enter the PIN to access it. See page more information. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 231 HFL, so that you can call it using HFL’s name To display all names in the Select the desired number to call tag by voice. phonebook, select the ‘‘ ’’ option. List from the list. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 232 HFL Talk button again. If you hang up. don’t want to answer the incoming call, disregard it and continue with your original call. If you want to hang up the original call and answer the new call, press the HFL Back button. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 233 Follow the HFL prompts and say the name or number you want to send. Follow the HFL prompts to send the tones and continue the call. To send a pound ( ), say NOTE: ‘‘pound.’’ To send a star (*), say ‘‘star.’’ 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 234 Say the number you want to store ‘‘John.’’ When asked, say the new number for the name entry. for that name. Follow the HFL prompts and say Follow the HFL prompts to ‘‘ Enter ’’ to store the entry. complete the edit. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 235 HFL. Follow the HFL prompts and name the number, or say ‘‘ Discard ’’ if it is not the number you want to store. Follow the HFL prompts if you want to store another number. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 236 Search Imported Phonebook ,’’ and HFL will begin Phonebook ,’’ and a list of imported importing the phonebook. Select phonebooks will be displayed. ‘‘ ’’ after the import is completed. Select a phonebook from the list. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 237 ‘‘ List ’’ option. are stored for the name. If a name has more than three category icons, ‘‘…’’ is displayed. Select the person’s number you want to call, and press the HFL Talk button. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 238 ’’ to complete the deletion. To add a PIN: If you have selected a phonebook without a PIN, you will see the above display. Enter the new 4-digit PIN. You will have to re-enter the PIN for confirmation. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 239 Select the phonebook you want. The The display will change as shown display will change as shown above. above. Enter the current PIN for this Enter the new 4-digit PIN number. phonebook. You will be asked to re-enter the PIN for verification. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 240 .’’ System setup clear the entire system (see page Say ‘‘ ’’after the prompts. Security Follow the HFL prompts and say the 4-digit passcode you want to set. Follow the HFL prompts to confirm the number. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 241 ’’ after the incoming call notification. prompts. The default setting is a ring tone. HFL will let you know if auto transfer is on or off, depending on the previous setting. Follow the HFL prompts to change the setting. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 242 HFL. When HFL asks selected language, you can give voice you for the passcode, say ‘‘ System commands in French. clear .’’ Paired phones, all names in the HFL phonebook and all imported phonebook data will be lost. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 243 FCC rules. Operation is subject to the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of following two conditions: (1) This device such marks by Honda Motor Co., may not cause harmful interference, and Ltd. is under license. Other (2) this device must accept any...
Page 244: Before Driving
Oil Check ........you. If you plan to add any Engine Coolant Check ..... accessories to your vehicle, please Fuel Economy ....... read the information in this section Accessories and Modifications . first. Carrying Cargo ......2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 245: Break-In Period
MMT. For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or information on gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit Owner Link at owners.honda.com . In Canada, visit www.honda.ca for additional information on gasoline. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 246: Service Station Procedures
The system helps keep fuel vapor from going into the atmosphere. Try filling at another pump. If this does not fix the TETHER problem, consult your dealer. HOLDER FUEL FILL CAP CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 247: Opening And Closing The Hood
Insert the end Slide your hand to the left until into the designated hole in the you feel the hood latch handle. hood. Push this handle up to release it. Lift up the hood. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 248: Oil Check
Wipe off the dipstick with a clean If it is near or below the lower mark, is securely latched. cloth or paper towel. Adding Engine Oil on page Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 249: Engine Coolant Check
Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines. If it is below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Coolant on page information on adding the proper coolant. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 250: Fuel Economy
Estimated Annual Fuel Cost driving, in a warmed-up vehicle, Provides an estimated annual fuel typical of longer trips in free-flowing cost, based on 15,000 miles (20,000 traffic. A range of miles per gallon km) per year multiplied by the cost 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 251 Always maintain your Drive moderately Rapid vehicle according to the maintenance acceleration, abrupt cornering, messages displayed on the multi- and hard braking increase fuel information display (see consumption. Owner’s Maintenance Checks on page For example: 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 252 Reset trip counter to zero. fuel gauge readings are NOT Record the total gallons (liters) needed to refill. accurate measures of fuel economy. Follow one of the simple calculations above. Fuel economy may improve over the first several thousand miles (kilometers). 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 253: Accessories And Modifications
Be sure electronic accessories do crash in which you can be hurt not overload electrical circuits Accessories or killed. Your dealer has Honda accessories (see page ) or interfere with that allow you to personalize your the proper operation of your Follow all instructions in this vehicle.
Page 254 Accessories and Modifications Non-Honda wheels, because they Modifying Your Vehicle Removing parts from your vehicle, are a universal design, can cause or replacing components with excessive stress on suspension non-Honda components could components and will not be seriously affect your vehicle’s compatible with the tire pressure handling, stability, and reliability.
Page 255: Carrying Cargo
However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe. Before carrying any type of cargo, be sure to read the following pages. GLOVE BOX CONSOLE COMPARTMENT 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 256 Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available Subtract the combined weight of cargo and luggage load capacity of the driver and passengers from your vehicle. XXX kg or XXX lbs. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 257 Example 2 Max Load (850 lbs) Passenger Weight Cargo Weight (150 lbs x 4 = 600 lbs) (250 lbs) Example 3 Max Load (850 lbs) Passenger Weight Cargo Weight (150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs) (100 lbs) 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 258 IMA system to Keep the glove box closed while shut down. It will start working again driving. If it is open, a passenger after it cools. could injure their knees during a crash or sudden stop. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 259 Carrying Cargo Do not spill any liquids over the air intake or insert any foreign objects in it. This may damage the IMA battery and the power control unit. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 260: Driving
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), (VSA ) system, and the tire pressure aka Electronic Stability monitoring system (TPMS). Control (ESC), System ..Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ........Towing a Trailer ......2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 261: Preparing To Drive
Check the steering wheel Visually check the tires. If a tire adjustment (see page looks low, use a gauge to check its pressure (see page Make sure the doors are securely closed and locked. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 262: Starting The Engine
START (III) position. Do not hold the key in the START (III) position for more than 15 seconds at a time. If the engine does not start right away, pause for at least 10 seconds before trying again. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 263: Automatic Transmission (Cvt)
Avoid rapid acceleration, and have the transmission checked by your dealer as soon as possible. These indicators on the instrument panel show which position the shift lever is in. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 264 Park when the ignition switch pedal and have your foot off the is in the LOCK (0) or the accelerator pedal. Press the release ACCESSORY (I) position. button on the front of the shift lever to move it. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 265 The engine driving conditions. To help the will idle at higher speeds when the engine warm up faster, the IMA battery state of charge is low transmission will select ratios that and decrease as the battery reaches 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 266 Park to neutral. pedal, and restart the engine. If you need to use the shift lock release, it means your vehicle is developing a problem. Have it checked by your dealer. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 267 The front window defroster is off. You press the accelerator pedal. enough to operate the system. You are on an incline, and the Outside temperature is between vehicle begins rolling. 100 degrees F. The vehicle is not climbing a hill. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 268 The indicator blinks as a reminder vehicle. that the engine has stopped because of the Auto Idle Stop function. You cannot restart the engine with the ignition switch when this indicator is blinking. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 269: Parking
The hot three way on a very hot day. catalytic converter could cause these materials to catch on fire. If the vehicle is facing uphill, turn the front wheels away from the curb. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 270: Braking System
Use the engine to assist the brakes by taking your foot off the accelerator and downshifting to a lower gear. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 271: Anti-Lock Brakes (Abs)
ABS activates, and you may hear some noise. This is normal: it is the ABS rapidly pumping the brakes. On dry pavement, you will need to press on the brake pedal very hard before the 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 272 The VSA indicator will come on stability. Always steer moderately along with the ABS indicator. when you are braking hard. Severe or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your vehicle to veer into oncoming traffic or off the road. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 273: Vehicle Stability Assist (Vsa ), Aka Electronic Stability Control (Esc), System
It is still your responsibility to drive and corner at reasonable speeds and to leave a sufficient margin of safety. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 274 We do not recommend driving When VSA is off, the VSA activation your vehicle with the VSA and indicator comes on as a reminder. traction control systems switched off. Press and hold the switch again. It turns the system back on. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 275: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
(see page If you cannot make the low tire pressure indicator go out after inflating the tires to the specified values, have your dealer check the system as soon as possible. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 276 Although your tire pressure is monitored, you must manually check the tire pressures monthly. Each tire, including the spare, should be checked monthly when cold, and set to the recommended inflation pressure as specified on the tire 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 277: Towing A Trailer
After several miles interference that may cause undesired (kilometers) driving with the operation. compact spare tire, the TPMS indicator comes on and the low tire pressure indicator goes off. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 278: Maintenance
Dust and Pollen Filter ....to purchase the service manual. See Wiper Blades ......... page for information on how to Wheels ........... obtain a copy, or see your dealer. Tires ..........Checking the 12 Volt Battery ..Vehicle Storage ......2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 279: Maintenance Safety
Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 280: Maintenance Minder
ON 15 % 11 % 15 % (II) position, and press the SEL/ 10 % 6 % 10 % 5 % 1 % RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life display appears (see page CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 281 ON (II) maintenance item code(s) for other position. scheduled maintenance items needing service will be displayed next to the engine oil life indicator. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 282 (for Canadian models) after seeing indicated maintenance performed by the 0 percent message. Afterward, it your dealer as soon as possible. shows your driving distance if you continue to drive. Immediately have the indicated maintenance done by your dealer. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 283 (II) position. code(s) will blink. For an explanation of these maintenance codes, see page Press the SEL/RESET button repeatedly until the engine oil life is displayed. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 284 Honda Service History or Canadian Your authorized Honda dealer Maintenance Log. Check your Press the SEL/RESET button for...
Page 285 Check the fluid level monthly. See page intervals indicated by the information display. Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. See page Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. See page 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 286 Independent of the maintenance messages on the information display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years. Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 287: Fluid Locations
Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK BRAKE FLUID (Orange loop) (Black cap) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (CVT) FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 288: Adding Engine Oil
It is available at above the upper mark; you could highly recommended that you use your dealer. A 5W-20 oil may be used Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for if 0W-20 is not available. damage the engine. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 289: Changing The Oil And Filter
Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature, then shut it off. Open the hood, and remove the engine oil fill cap. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 290 Let the engine run for several before installing a new oil filter. minutes, then check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks. Install a new oil filter according to the instructions that come with it. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 291: Engine Coolant
Changing the Oil and Filter, Engine Coolant Turn off the engine, let it sit for Adding Engine Coolant If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not several minutes, then check the oil available, you may use another level on the dipstick. If necessary,...
Page 292 Do not add any rust inhibitors or pressing down. other additives to your vehicle’s cooling system. They may not be Remove the radiator cap by compatible with the coolant or pushing down and turning engine components. counterclockwise. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 293: Windshield Washers
Use only commercially-available windshield When you refill the reservoir, clean washer f luid. the edges of the windshield wiper blades with windshield washer fluid on a clean cloth. This will help to condition them. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 294: Transmission Fluid
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spill immediately; it could damage components in the engine compartment. Always use Honda CVTF (continuously variable UPPER DIPSTICK MARK transmission fluid).
Page 295: Brake Fluid
DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as a temporary replacement. Check the fluid level several seconds Using any non-Honda brake fluid can after you turn the ignition switch to cause corrosion and decrease the life the ON (II) position. The fluid level of the system.
Page 296: Lights
Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to overheat and shatter. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 297 Use a flat-tip screwdriver to remove the two holding clips from the inner fender, and pull the inner fender cover back. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 298 Remove the electrical connector right, then turn off the engine. To from the bulb by pushing on the change the bulb on the passenger’s tab and pulling the connector side, turn the steering wheel to the down. left. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 299 Remove the bulb from the first, then pull the lining back headlight assembly by turning it carefully. one-quarter turn counterclockwise. Determine which of the four bulbs is burned out: stop/taillight, back-up light, side marker light, or turn signal light. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 300 Remove the fasteners first, then pull the lining back carefully. Reinstall the socket into the light Put the fasteners into the holes on assembly by turning it clockwise the side of the trunk lining. until it locks. Reinstall the screws. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 301: Roof Antenna
Remove the antenna by unscrewing it. When you reinstall the antenna, tighten it securely. Before entering or parking in areas with low ceiling height, remove the antenna. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 302: Cleaning The Seat Belts
Cleaning the Seat Belts, Floor Mats If you use non-Honda floor mats, Cleaning the Seat Belts Floor Mats make sure they fit properly and that they can be used with the floor mat LOOP anchors. Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mats.
Page 303: Dust And Pollen Filter
Raise each wiper arm off the becomes less than usual. windshield, lifting the driver’s side first, then the passenger’s side. Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised, or you will damage the hood and wiper arms. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 304 When replacing a wiper blade, then push up on the lock tab make sure not to drop the wiper carefully with a flat-tip blade or wiper arm down on the screwdriver. windshield. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 305 Make sure the tab on the blade assembly fits in the indent of the wiper blade and the blade is Make sure the three rubber tabs completely installed. inside the blade fit to each notch of the reinforcement, as shown. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 306: Wheels
On Canadian models We recommend that you visually check your tires every day. If you think a tire might be low, check it immediately with a tire gauge. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 307 1 mile (1.6 ability to self-seal if they are km). Add or release air, if needed, to punctured, you should look closely match the recommended cold tire for punctures if a tire starts losing pressures. pressure. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 308 You should identification number) are found on replace the tire if you can see three the sidewall of the tire and indicate or more tread wear indicators. the date of manufacture (See Tire on page Labeling 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 309 Replacing just one tire can seriously chart each time they are rotated. If affect your vehicle’s handling. Improper wheel weights can damage you purchase directional tires, rotate your vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use only front-to-back. only Honda wheel weights f or balancing. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 310 P195/65R15 89S your dealer. may be lower than your original tires. See page for DOT tire quality Check with the tire dealer for grading information, and page maximum speed recommendations. for tire size information. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 311 Cable-type: SCC RADIAL CHAIN SC1030 Traction devices that are the wrong size or improperly installed can damage your vehicle’s brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are hitting any part of the vehicle. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 312: Checking The 12 Volt Battery
It will show less than the prevent damaging your vehicle’s actual level temporarily. It will show the correct level after you drive for electrical system. Always disconnect the negative ( ) cable first, and at least 30 minutes. reconnect it last. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 313: Vehicle Storage
Nickel-Metal Hydride battery will be Block the rear wheels. reduced and the battery may be Cover the vehicle with a permanently damaged. ‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made from a porous material such as cotton. Non-porous materials, such 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 314: Taking Care Of The Unexpected
..you may be able to get going again. Malfunction Indicator Lamp ..If not, you will also find instructions Brake System Indicator ....on getting your vehicle towed. Fuses ..........Fuse Locations ......Emergency Towing ...... 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 315: Compact Spare Tire
After designed for mounting a regular tire. several miles (kilometers) driving with the compact spare tire, the TPMS indicator comes on and the low tire pressure indicator goes off. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 316: Changing A Flat Tire
Unscrew the wing bolt and take LOCK (0) position. Have all the spare tire out of its well. passengers get out of the vehicle while you change the tire. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 317 Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point. Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 318 Remove the wheel nuts, then driving. remove the flat tire. Handle the wheel nuts carefully; they may be hot from driving. Place the flat tire on the ground with the outside surface facing up. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 319 Tighten the wheel nuts to: back on the bolt. 80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m) Secure the flat tire by screwing the wing bolt back into its hole. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 320: If The Engine Won't Start
If the headlights are very dim or do not come on at all, can then try jump starting the the battery is discharged. See vehicle from a booster 12 volt Jump Starting on page battery (see page 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 321 Are you using a properly coded (see page key? An improperly coded key will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrument panel to blink rapidly (see page Are you using the proper starting procedure? Refer to Starting the on page Engine 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 322: Jump Starting
Park, and set the pushing or pulling it. parking brake. Connect one jumper cable to the positive ( ) terminal on your battery. Connect the other end to the positive ( ) terminal on the booster battery. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 323 Do not connect this cause an electrical short. jumper cable to any other part of the engine. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 324: If The Engine Overheats
Turn off all gauge climbing to or above the red the accessories, and turn on the mark. Or you may see steam or hazard warning lights. spray coming from under the hood. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 325 If the temperature stays normal, temperature gauge or lower check the coolant level in the before checking the radiator. radiator reserve tank. If it has gone down, add coolant to the MAX mark. Put the cap back on tightly. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 326: Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Start the engine and watch the oil pressure indicator. If it does not go out within 10 seconds, turn off the engine. There is a mechanical problem that needs to be repaired before you can continue driving (see Emergency Towing on page 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 327: Charging System Indicator
Go to a service station or garage start the vehicle in the morning where you can get technical when the temperature is below assistance. °F ( 30°C). It will stop blinking when the IMA battery warms up. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 328: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
In some states, part of the emissions testing is to make sure these codes are set. If they are not set, the test cannot be completed. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 329: Brake System Indicator
Emergency vehicle to a dealer, and have the on page Towing brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads. If you must drive the vehicle a short distance in this condition, drive slowly and carefully. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 330: Fuses
FUSE LABEL The vehicle’s fuses are contained in The primary and secondary under- three fuse boxes. hood fuse boxes are in the engine compartment on the driver’s side. The interior fuse box is underneath the steering column. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 331 LOCK (0) position. Make sure the the primary under-hood fuse box headlights and all other by looking through the top at the accessories are off. wire inside. Remove the screws with a Phillips-head screwdriver. Remove the cover from the fuse box. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 332 The spare fuses puller provided in the primary are provided on the back of the under-hood fuse box. under-hood fuse cover. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 333 If you do not have a checked by a qualified technician. replacement f use with the proper rating f or the circuit, install one with a lower rating. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 334: Fuse Locations
7.5 A 60 A Option Main 7.5 A MG Clutch 15 A Booster MS 50 A Ignition Switch Main 15 A 30 A ABS Motor 7.5 A Interior Light ABS F/S Back Up 40 A 10 A 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 335 Left Headlight High Beam 10 A Not Used 7.5 A Small (Interior) 7.5 A Daytime Running Light 7.5 A TPMS 7.5 A Small (Exterior) 30 A Wiper Right Headlight Low Beam Not Used 10 A : Optional in U.S. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 336: Emergency Towing
(front) and lift them off the ground. The other two tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to tow your vehicle. CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 337 Leave the The bumpers are not designed to ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) support the vehicle’s weight. position, and make sure the steering wheel turns f reely bef ore you begin towing. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 338: Technical Information
....Tire Pressure Monitoring System Ignition Timing Control (TPMS) Required Federal System ........ Explanation ......Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System ....Three Way Catalytic Converter ......Replacement Parts ....Three Way Catalytic Converter . Emissions Testing ......2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 339: Identification Numbers
The VIN is also located on the engine bulkhead. Slide the cover on CERTIFICATION LABEL the engine compartment bulkhead to view the VIN. Always close the cover when finished. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 340 The engine number is stamped into the engine block. ENGINE NUMBER The transmission number is on a label on top of the transmission. The IMA Motor Number is stamped on the motor housing. IMA MOTOR NUMBER TRANSMISSION NUMBER 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 341: Specifications
Hybrid Electric Excluding the oil remaining in the engine Bore x Stroke 2.87 x 3.15 in (73.0 x 80.0 mm) Displacement 82 cu-in (1,339 cm ) Compression ratio 10.8 Spark plugs ILFR6J-11K (NGK) SK20HPR-L11 (DENSO) 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 342 Trunk light 12 V Pressure Front/Rear 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Spare 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 12 Volt Battery Capacity 12 V 35 AH/20 HR 12 V 28 AH/5 HR 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 343: Dot Tire Quality Grading (U.s. Vehicles)
Treadwear 200 road characteristics and climate. cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. Traction AA Temperature A All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 344: Temperature
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Tire Size Tire Identification Number (TIN) Maximum Tire Pressure Maximum Tire Load CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 345 This indicates that the tire Maximum Inflation Pressure meets all requirements of maximum tire air pressure that the Tire construction code (R the U.S. Department of tire can hold. indicates radial). Transportation. Rim diameter in inches. B97R Manufacturer’s identification mark. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 346: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) Required Federal Explanation
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Page 347 TPMS low tire intended. pressure telltale. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 348: Emissions Controls
It is stored in this ment. Under certain conditions of canister while the engine is off. After sunlight and climate, NOx and HC In Canada, Honda vehicles comply the engine is started and warmed up, react to form photochemical ‘‘smog.’’ with the Canadian emission...
Page 349: Exhaust Emissions Controls
System combustion and minimize the The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) Honda replacement parts or their amount of HC, CO, and NOx that system takes some of the exhaust equivalent for repairs. Using lower come out the tailpipe.
Page 350: Three Way Catalytic Converter
Keep the engine well maintained. on HC, CO, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part Have your vehicle diagnosed and or its equivalent. repaired if it is misfiring, back-...
Page 351: Emissions Testing
20 3/4). conditions. seconds. Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 6 hours or more. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40° and 95°F (4° and 35°C). 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 352 90 seconds because of traffic conditions, drive for at least If the testing facility determines the 30 seconds, then repeat it two readiness codes are still not set, see more times (for a total of 90 your dealer. seconds). 2010 Civic Hybrid...
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Page 354 Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information ..Warranty Coverages ....Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ......Authorized Manuals ..... 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 355: Customer Service Information
San Juan, PR 00919-0816 U.S. Owners: A detailed description of the Tel: (787) 620-7546 problem American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Honda Automobile Customer Service Name of the dealer who sold the Mail Stop 500-2N-7A vehicle to you 1919 Torrance Boulevard...
Page 356: Warranty Coverages
Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Accessory Limited Warranty all these warranties. Please read the these two Honda accessories are covered 2010 Honda warranty information Performance Warranty warranties cover your vehicle’s under this warranty. Time and booklet that came with your vehicle emissions control systems.
Page 357: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Vehicles)
; or write to: http://www.saf ercar.gov Administration (NHTSA) in addition However, NHTSA cannot become Administrator, NHTSA, 1200 New to notifying American Honda Motor involved in individual problems Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC Co., Inc. between you, your dealer, or 20590.
Page 358: Authorized Manuals
2006-2010 Honda Civic Hybrid Describes the procedures involved in the replacement Electrical Troubleshooting Manual of damaged body parts. 61SNA30 2006-2010 Model Series Honda Civic 2/4 Door Body Repair Manual 31SNC640 2010 Honda Civic Hybrid Owner’s Manual 31SNC830 2010 Honda Civic Hybrid Navigation System Owner’s Manual...
Page 359: Index
How Your Side Curtain Airbags Shift Lever Positions ....Break-in, New Vehicle ....Work ......... Shift Lock Release ....Brightness Control, Instruments . SRS Components ......Air Conditioning System ....Air Pressure, Tires ....... Antifreeze ........CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 360 Changing a Flat Tire ....Cruise Control Operation .... Auto Door Locking ..... Changing Oil Customer Service Information ..Auto Door Unlocking ....How to ........Locking and Unlocking ....When to ........Power Door Locks ...... 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 361 Gas Mileage, Improving ....Emergency Brake ......Filters Emergency Flashers ...... Dust and Pollen ......Emergency Towing ..............Emergency Trunk Opener .... Flashers, Hazard Warning ..... Emissions Controls ....... Flat Tire, Changing a ....Emissions Testing ......CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 362 Inflation, Recommended Tire ..Reminder Beeper ......LATCH Anchorage System ... Pressures ........Replacing Halogen Bulbs ..Information Display ......Turning on ........Inside Mirror ........Head Restraints ......Inspection, Tire ......Heated Mirrors ....... Instrument Panel ......2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 363 Checking Engine ...... Playing a PC Card ......Minder Indicator ......Pressure Indicator ....62, Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts ..Owner’s Maintenance Selecting Proper Viscosity ..Checks ........ON (Ignition Key Position) ... Safety .......... CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 364 ....Signaling Turns ....... Automatic Seat Belt Snow Tires ........Fuses .......... Light Bulbs ........ Tensioners ....... Spare Tire Maintenance Minder ....Lap/Shoulder Belt ....15, Inflating ........Tires ........... Maintenance ......21, Specifications ......2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 365 State Emissions Testing ..Tools, Tire Changing ....In Cold Weather at High Three Way Catalytic Altitude ........Converter ....... With a Dead Battery ....Tire Labeling ......... Steam Coming from Engine ..Temperature Gauge ....... CONTINUED 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 366 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ..Washer, Windshield Unleaded Gasoline ......Checking the Fluid Level ..USB Adapter Cable ...... Indicator ........USB Flash Memory Device . 142, Operation ........Used Oil, How to Dispose of ..VIII 2010 Civic Hybrid...
Page 367: Service Information Summary
Gasoline: Automatic Transmission Fluid Brake Fluid: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane (CVTF): Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid number of 87 or higher. Use Honda CVT Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or (continuously variable DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary...
Page 368 POSTAL CODE The information and specifications included V. I. N. in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., DELIVERY DATE Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or (Date sold to original retail purchaser)

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