Honda Civic Owners Manual: Brake System

Braking

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Parking Brake

Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When the parking brake is applied, you can manually or automatically release it. To apply The electric parking brake can be appli ...

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Honda Civic Owners Manual. Precautions for Opening/Closing the Trunk
Opening the trunk Open the trunk all the way. If it is not fully opened, the trunk lid may begin to close under its own weight. Closing the trunk Keep the trunk lid closed while driving to: Avoid possible damage. Prevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle. Exhaust Gas Haz ...