Honda Civic Service Manual: Arm Rests

Body Interior

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Center Console Removal and Installation

Removal 1. M/T Shift Lever Knob Except K24Z7 engine 1. Except K24Z7 engine: Lower the shift lever ...

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Honda Civic Owners Manual. Continuously variable transmission models
Change the shift position in accordance with your driving needs. Shift lever positions Shifting You cannot turn the ignition switch to LOCK 0 and remove the key unless the shift lever is in P. The vehicle may move forward very slightly even in N while the engine is cold. ...