Honda Civic Coupe (2019 year). Instruction

Child Safety

Safety of Infants and Small Children

Safe Driving

Most child seats are LATCH-compatible (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren).
Some have a rigid-type connector while others have a flexible-type connector. Both
are equally easy to use. Some existing and previously owned child seats can only be
installed using the seat belt. Whichever type you choose, follow the child seat
manufacturer’s use and care instructions including recommended expiration dates
as well as the instructions in this manual. Proper installation is key to maximizing
your child’s safety.

In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with LATCH, a LATCH-compatible
child seat can be installed using the seat belt and a top tether for added security.
This is because all child seats are required to be designed so that they can be secured
with a lap belt or the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt. In addition, the child seat
manufacturer may advise that a seat belt be used to attach a LATCH-compatible seat
once a child reaches a specified weight. Please read the child seat owner’s manual
for proper installation instructions.

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Important consideration when selecting a child seat

Make sure the child seat meets the following three requirements:
• The child seat is the correct type and size for the child.
• The child seat is the correct type for the seating position.
• The child seat is compliant with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or

Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

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Selecting a Child Seat

Selecting a Child Seat

Installation of a LATCH-compatible child seat is
simple.

LATCH-compatible child seats have been developed
to simplify the installation process and reduce the
likelihood of injuries caused by incorrect installation.

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A LATCH-compatible child seat can be installed in either of the two outer rear seats.
A child seat is attached to the lower anchors with either the rigid or flexible type of
connectors.

1. Locate the lower anchors under the marks.

2. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat, then

attach the child seat to the lower anchors
according to the instructions that came
with the child seat.

When installing the child seat, make sure
that the lower anchors are not
obstructed by the seat belt or any other
object.

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Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat

Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat

For your child’s safety, when using a child seat
installed using the LATCH system, make sure that the
child seat is properly secured to the vehicle. A child
seat that is not properly secured will not adequately
protect a child in a crash and may cause injury to the
child or other vehicle occupants.

WARNING

Never attach two child seats to the same
anchor. In a collision, one anchor may not
be strong enough to hold two child seat
attachments and may break, causing
serious injury or death.

Marks

Rigid Type

Lower Anchors

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3. Open the tether anchor cover behind the

head restraint.

4. Route the tether strap over the top of the

head restraint and secure the tether strap
hook to the anchor. Make sure the strap is
not twisted.

5. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the

child seat manufacturer.

6. Make sure the child seat is firmly secured by

rocking it forward and back and side to
side; little movement should be felt.

7. Make sure any unused seat belt that a child

can reach is buckled, the lockable retractor
is activated, and the belt is fully retracted
and locked.

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Flexible Type

Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat

Installing a LATCH-compatible child seat in the
rear center seat
Each outer rear seat is equipped with a pair of lower
anchors which are used to secure a LATCH-
compatible child seat. The rear center seat, however,
is not equipped with anchors of any kind. The inner
and outer anchors are spaced apart at a standard
distance of 11 inches (280 mm). The distance
between the two inner anchors is 15.0 inches (380
mm).
LATCH-compatible restraint systems that are fitted
with rigid-type attachments cannot be installed in the
rear center seat. However, a system fitted with
flexible-type attachments can be installed in the
center seat, provided that the manufacturer’s
instructions for that system permit the use of the
inner anchors with the stated spacing.
Before seating a child, make sure that the system is
properly attached to both the lower anchors and
tether anchors.

WARNING

Do not use the lower inner anchors of the
outer rear seats to secure a LATCH-
compatible child seat to the rear center
seat, unless the manufacturer’s instructions
for that system permit the use of inner
anchors with the stated spacing.

Tether Strap
Hook

Anchor

Straight Top Tether Type

Tether Strap
Hook

Anchor

Other Top Tether Type

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A child seat can be installed with a lap/shoulder belt in any rear seat or, if absolutely
necessary, the front passenger seat.

1. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat.
2. Route the seat belt through the child seat

according to the seat manufacturer’s
instructions, and insert the latch plate into
the buckle.

Insert the latch plate fully until it clicks.

3. Slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all

the way out until it stops. This activates the
lockable retractor.

4. Let the seat belt completely wind up into

the retractor, then try to pull it out to make
sure the retractor is locked.

If you are able to pull the shoulder belt
out, the lockable retractor is not
activated. Pull the seat belt all the way
out, and repeat steps 3 – 4.

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Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt

Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt

A child seat that is not properly secured will not
adequately protect a child in a crash and may cause
injury to the child or other vehicle occupants.

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5. Grab the shoulder part of the seat belt near

the buckle, and pull up to remove any slack
from the lap part of the belt.

When doing this, place your weight on
the child seat and push it into the vehicle
seat.

6. Make sure the child seat is firmly secured by

rocking it forward and back and side to
side; less than one inch of movement
should occur near the seat belt.

7. Make sure any unused seat belt that a child

can reach is buckled, the lockable retractor
is activated, and the belt is fully retracted
and locked.

Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt

To deactivate a lockable retractor, release the buckle
and allow the seat belt to wind up all the way.

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A tether anchorage point is provided behind
each rear seating position. If you have a child
restraint system that comes with a tether but
can be installed with a seat belt, the tether
may be used for additional security.

1. Locate the appropriate tether anchorage

point and lift the cover.

2. Route the tether strap over the head

restraint. Make sure the strap is not twisted.

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Adding Security with a Tether

Adding Security with a Tether

Always use a tether for forward facing child seats
when using the seat belt or lower anchors.

Tether
Anchorage
Points

Cover

Anchor

Straight Top Tether Type in Outer
Position

Tether Strap
Hook

Anchor

Other Top Tether Type in Outer
Position

Tether Strap
Hook

Anchor

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3. Secure the tether strap hook to the anchor.
4. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the

child seat manufacturer.

Straight Top Tether Type in Center
Position

Tether Strap
Hook

Anchor

Other Top Tether Type in Center
Position

Tether Strap
Hook

Anchor

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Safety of Larger Children

The following pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit, what kind
of booster seat to use if one is needed, and important precautions for a child who
must sit in front.

When a child is too big for a child seat, secure the child in a rear seat using the lap/
shoulder seat belt. Have the child sit upright and all the way back, then answer the
following questions.

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Checklist

• Do the child’s knees bend comfortably over

the edge of the seat?

• Does the shoulder belt cross between the

child’s neck and arm?

• Is the lap part of the seat belt as low as

possible, touching the child’s thighs?

• Will the child be able to stay seated like this

for the whole trip?

If you answer yes to all these questions, the child is ready to wear the lap/shoulder
seat belt correctly. If you answer no to any question, the child needs to ride on a
booster seat until the seat belt fits properly without a booster seat.

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Protecting Larger Children

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Checking Seat Belt Fit

Safety of Larger Children

WARNING

Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in
front can result in injury or death if the
passenger’s front airbag inflates.

If a larger child must ride in front, move the
vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible,
have the child sit up properly and wear the
seat belt properly, using a booster seat if
needed.

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If a lap/shoulder seat belt cannot be used
properly, position the child in a booster seat in
the rear seat. For the child’s safety, check that
the child meets the booster seat
manufacturer’s recommendations.

Your vehicle has a rear seat where children can be properly restrained. If you ever
have to carry a group of children, and a child must ride in front:
• Make sure you read and fully understand the instructions and safety information

in this manual.

• Move the front passenger seat as far back as possible.
• Have the child sit upright and well back in the seat.
• Check that the seat belt is properly positioned so that the child is secure in the

seat.

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Monitoring child passengers

We strongly recommend that you keep an eye on child passengers. Even older, more
mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten their seat belts and sit up
properly.

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Booster Seats

Booster Seats

When installing a booster seat, make sure to read the
instructions that came with it, and install the seat
accordingly.
There are high- and low-type booster seats. Choose a
booster seat that allows the child to wear the seat
belt correctly.

Some U.S. states, and Canadian provinces and
territories require children to use a booster seat until
they reach a given age or weight (e.g. 6 years or 60
lbs). Be sure to check current laws in the state or
province, or territory where you intend to drive.

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Protecting Larger Children-Final Checks

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Exhaust Gas Hazard

Carbon Monoxide Gas

The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless,
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbon
monoxide gas will not get into the interior.

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Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever

• The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.
• The exhaust system may have been damaged.
• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.

When you operate a vehicle with the trunk open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into
the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the trunk open,
open both windows and set the climate control system as shown below.

1. Select the fresh air mode.

2. Select the

mode.

3. Set the fan speed to high.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.

Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your parked
vehicle with the engine running.

Carbon Monoxide Gas

An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up
with carbon monoxide gas.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed.
Even when the garage door is open, drive out of the
garage immediately after starting the engine.

WARNING

Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.

Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and
even kill you.

Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that
expose you to carbon monoxide.

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Safety Labels

Label Locations

These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury or death. 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 a dealer
for a replacement.

Sun Visor

U.S. models

Canadian models

Reserve Tank Cap

U.S. models

U.S. models only

Dashboard

Canadian models

Air Conditioner System

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Indicators

*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message

Parking Brake
and Brake
System Indicator
(Red)

●

Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON

(

, then goes off if the parking

brake has been released.

●

Comes on when the parking brake
is applied, and goes off when it is
released.

●

Comes on when the brake fluid
level is low.

●

Comes on if there is a problem
with the brake system.

●

The beeper sounds and the
indicator comes on if you drive
with the parking brake not fully
released.

●

Comes on for about 15 seconds
when you pull the electric parking
brake switch while the ignition
switch is in LOCK

(

●

Stays on for about 15 seconds
when you turn the ignition switch
to LOCK

(

while the electric

parking brake is set.

●

Comes on while driving - Make sure
the parking brake is released. Check the
brake fluid level.

2 What to do when the indicator

comes on P. 637

●

Comes on along with the ABS
indicator - Have your vehicle checked by
a dealer.

2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red)

Comes On or Blinks P. 637

●

Blinks and the parking brake and
brake system indicator (amber) comes
on at the same time - There is a
problem with the electric parking brake
system. The parking brake may not be
set.
Avoid using the parking brake and have
your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.

2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red)

Comes On or Blinks at the Same
Time When the Brake System
Indicator (Amber) Comes On P. 638

U.S.

Canada

(Red)

Indicators

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*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message

Parking Brake
and Brake
System Indicator
(Amber)

●

Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON

(

, then goes off.

●

Comes on if there is a problem
with a system related to braking
other than the conventional brake
system.

●

Comes on if there is a problem
with the electric parking brake
system or the automatic brake
hold system.

●

Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.

●

Comes on while driving - Avoid using
the parking brake and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately.

U.S.

Canada

(Amber)

U.S.

Canada

Indicators

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*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message

Parking Brake
and Brake
System Indicator
(Amber)

●

Comes on if there is a problem
with the radar sensor.

●

Indicator may comes on
temporarily when the Maximum
Load Limit is exceeded.

●

Make sure the total load is within the
Maximum Load Limit.

2 Maximum Load Limit P. 429

●

Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.

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Automatic Brake
Hold System
Indicator

●

Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON

(

, then goes off.

●

Comes on when the automatic
brake hold system is on.

2 Automatic Brake Hold P. 530

Automatic Brake
Hold Indicator

●

Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON

(

, then goes off.

●

Comes on when the automatic
brake hold is activated.

2 Automatic Brake Hold P. 530

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U.S.

Canada

(Amber)

Models with Honda Sensing®

U.S.

Canada

Indicators

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*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

Indicator

Name

On/Blinking

Explanation

Message

Low Oil Pressure
Indicator

●

Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON

(

, and

goes off when the engine starts.

●

Comes on when the engine oil
pressure is low.

●

Comes on while driving - Immediately
stop in a safe place.

2 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator

Comes On P. 635

Malfunction
Indicator Lamp

●

Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON

(

, and

goes off when the engine starts, or
after several seconds if the engine
did not start. If “readiness codes”
have not been set, it blinks five
times before it goes off.

●

Comes on if there is a problem
with the emissions control system.

●

Blinks when a misfire in the
engine’s cylinders is detected.

●

Readiness codes are part of the on board
diagnostics for the emissions control
systems.

2 Testing of Readiness Codes P. 657

●

Comes on while driving - Have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.

●

Blinks while driving - Stop in a safe
place where there are no flammable
objects. Stop the engine for 10 minutes or
more, and wait for it to cool down. Then,
take your vehicle to a dealer.

2 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Comes On or Blinks P. 636

Charging System
Indicator

●

Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON

(

, and

goes off when the engine starts.

●

Comes on when the battery is not
charging.

●

Comes on while driving - Turn off the
climate control system and rear defogger
in order to reduce electricity
consumption.

2 If the Charging System Indicator

Comes On P. 635

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