Your vehicle has a multi-function center console. It includes a storage compartment, an armrest, and a sliding tray*.
Slide the armrest to the rearmost position. Pull the handle to open the console compartment.
You can put small items in the sliding tray* located in the console compartment lid. Slide the sliding tray forward or rearward.
You can create more storage space by removing the removable beverage holder tray and a divider.
Honda Civic Owners Manual. About Your Seat Belts
Seat belts are the single most effective safety device because they keep you
connected to the vehicle so that you can take advantage of many built-in safety
features. They also help keep you from being thrown against the inside of the
vehicle, against other passengers, or out of the vehicle. When ...