Honda Civic Owners Manual: Driving Preparation

Before Driving

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Exterior Checks

Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior lights, or other parts of the vehicle.  Remove any frost, snow, or ice.  Remove any snow on the roo ...

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Honda Civic Owners Manual. Models with smart entry system
Make sure the parking brake is applied.  The electric parking brake indicator comes on for 15 seconds when you pull ►p the electric parking brake switch. Continuously variable transmission models Check that the shift lever is in P, then depress the brake peda ...