Honda Civic 5 Owners Manual
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µIf either of the f ront windows runs into any obstacle while it is closing automatically, it will stop, and then reverse direction. To close the window, remove the obstacle, then use the window switch again. The indicators inside the switches come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. When you push the MAIN switch in, the switch is off, and the passengers’ windows cannot be raised or lowered. To cancel this f eature, push on the switch again to get it to pop out. Keep the MAIN switch pushed in whenyouhavechildreninthe vehicle so they do not injure themselves by operating the windows unintentionally. To open or close the driver’s or the f ront passenger’s window partially, push down or pull back on the window switch lightly and hold it. The window will stop when you release the switch.Auto reverse stops sensing when the window is almost closed. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the window bef ore closing it. Power Windows Inst rument s and Cont rols AUTO REVERSE 176 09/01/28 17:55:48 32SMG631_181
Both of the f ront and rear sunshades can be opened. The f ront sunshade is rolled up in the centre holder f rom f ront to rear, and the rear sunshade from rear to front at the same time. Use the switch on the f ront ceiling to operate the sunshades. You must turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position to operate the sunshades.To open the sunshades, push on the rear of the switch and hold it. Release the switch when the sunshades reach the desired position. Push on the front of the switch and hold it to close them. Release the switch to stop the operation.Always take the ignition key with you whenever you leave the vehicle alone (with other occupants). CONT INUED Sunshades (For some types) Inst rument s and Cont rols177 Opening or closing the sunshade on someone’s hands or fingers may cause injury. Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the sunshade before opening or closing it. WARNING: 09/01/28 17:55:54 32SMG631_182
µµTo open the sunshades fully, push on the rear of the switch f irmly, then release it. The sunshades automatically open all the way. To stop the sunshades f rom opening, push on the switch brief ly. To close the sunshade f ully, push on the front of the switch firmly, then release it. The sunshades automatically close all the way. To stop the sunshades f rom closing, push on the switch brief ly. To open or close the sunshades partially, push on the rear or f ront of the sunshade switch lightly and hold it. The sunshade will stop when you release the switch.If either of the f ront and rear sunshades runs into anyobstaclewhiletheyareclosing automatically, each sunshade will reverse direction and then stop. To close the sunshades, remove the obstacle, then use the sunshade switch again. Auto reverse stops sensing when each sunshade is almost closed. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away f rom the sunshades bef ore closing them.The sunshades have a key-of f delay. You can still open and close the sunshades f or up to 10 minutes af ter you turn of f the ignition switch. The key-of f delay cancels as soon as you open either f ront door. Sunshades (For some types) Inst rument s and Cont rols AUTO AUTO REVERSE 178 09/01/28 17:56:01 32SMG631_183
Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrors clean and adjusted f or best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors bef ore you start driving. The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare f rom headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position.There is also a sensor on the back of the mirror. Items hung on the mirror may block this sensor and af f ect its perf ormance. The inside mirror can automatically darken to reduce glare. To turn on this feature, press the button on the bottom of the mirror. The AUTO indicator comes on as a reminder. When it is on, the mirror darkens when it senses the headlights of a vehicle behind you, then returns to normal visibility when the lights are gone. Press the button again to turn of f this f eature.On some types Mirrors Inst rument s and Cont rols179 TABSENSOR INDICATOR AUTO BUTTON 09/01/28 17:56:08 32SMG631_184
Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Move the selector switch to L (lef t side) or R (right side).Push the appropriate edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirrorright,left,up,ordown. When you f inish, move the selector switch to the centre (off) position. This turns of f the adjustment switch to keep your settings. The outside mirrors are heated to remove fog and frost. With the ignition switch in the ON (II) position, turn on the heaters by pressing the rear window demister button. The indicator in the button comesonasareminder.Pressthe button again to turn the heaters and the demister off. 1. 2.3. 4. Adjusting the Power Mirrors Power Mirror Heaters Mirrors Inst rument s and Cont rols180 SELECTOR SWITCH ADJUSTMENT SWITCHREAR WINDOW DEMISTER/ HEATED MIRROR BUTTON 09/01/28 17:56:16 32SMG631_185
Door mirrors can be f olded by the f olding switch next to the selector switch, which enables you to park your vehicle in a limited parking space easily. Make sure you fold out the mirrors bef ore you start driving. With the ignition switch in the ON (II) position, press the f olding switch to f old up both outside mirrors simul- taneously. To f old out, press the switch again.Never drive your vehicle with the outside mirrors f olded. Folding Door Mirrors (On some types) Mirrors Inst rument s and Cont rols181 09/01/28 17:56:22 32SMG631_186
Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and hubs. A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up f ully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake indicator on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is f ully released (see page ).You will also see the symbol ‘‘ ,’’ or this symbol with a ‘‘RELEASE PARKING BRAKE’’ message on the multi-inf ormation display. 78 Parking Brake Inst rument s and Cont rols182 PARKING BRAKE LEVER 09/01/28 17:56:28 32SMG631_187
Î ÎÎ Interior Convenience Items Inst rument s and Cont rols183 CIGARETTE LIGHTER : For some typesCOAT HOOK CENTRE CONSOLEGLOVE BOX ASHTRAY UNDER-FLOOR LUGGAGE AREABEVERAGE HOLDERSCENTRE POCKET SUN VISOR BEVERAGE HOLDER BEVERAGE HOLDER REAR ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETVANITY MIRROR 09/01/28 17:56:33 32SMG631_188
Open the glove box by pulling the handle to the centre console side. Close it with a f irm push. The glove box light comes on only when the position lights are on.You can store beverage bottles and cans in the glove box, and keep them cool with the air conditioning system. Tokeeptheinsideof theglovebox cool, open the glove box, then open theairventontheuppersideby turning the dial anticlockwise. Turn on the air conditioning (see pages and ), and set the mode controlto‘‘’’or‘‘’’ position.206 211 Glove Box Cool Box (On some t ypes) Interior Convenience Items Inst rument s and Cont rols184 An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Always keep the glove box closed while driving. DIAL GLOVE BOXOpenClose 09/01/28 17:56:41 32SMG631_189
Thecentreconsolemain compartment is under the armrest. To use it, pull up on the lever and lif t up the armrest. The centre lower console compartment can be used for the beverage holders or as a storage space. To open the compartment, slide the lid backward. Your vehicle has a multi-function centre console. It includes beverage holders, storage compartments, an armrest, a cigarette lighter, a removable ashtray, and seat heaters (if equipped). The cool air is diverted from the air conditioning system into the glove box through the air vent. Use only resealable containers or keep unopened cans in the glove box. Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery and electrical components in the glove box and insidethedashboard.Makesureto close the air vent by turning the dial clockwise when it is not used. If you use the heating, the warmed air is diverted into the glove box with the air vent opened. CONT INUED Console Compart ment sCentre Console Interior Convenience Items Inst rument s and Cont rols185 09/01/28 17:56:50 32SMG631_190