Honda Civic Owners Manual: Interior Lights

Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items

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Interior Light Switches

ON The interior lights come on regardless of whether the doors are open or closed. Door activated The interior lights come on in the following situations: When any doors are opened. You ...

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Honda Civic Owners Manual. Safety Checklist
For the safety of you and your passengers, make a habit of checking these items each time before you drive. After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure all doors are closed and locked. Locking the doors helps prevent an occupant from being ejected and an outsider from unexpectedly open ...