Quick Reference -> Guide What to Do If for Your Honda Civic 4 Door 2017-2023

What to Do If  
Models without keyless access system  
The ignition switch does not turn from (0  
to (q. Why?  
The steering wheel may be  
locked.  
Models without keyless access system  
Models with keyless access system  
Try to turn the steering  
wheel left and right while  
turning the ignition key.  
Models with keyless access system  
The power mode does not change from  
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to ACCESSORY. Why?  
Move the steering wheel left and right after  
pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button.  
Models without keyless access system  
The shift lever should be  
The ignition switch does not turn from (q  
to (0 and I cannot remove the key. Why?  
moved to (P  
.
Models with keyless access system  
The power mode does not change from  
ACCESSORY to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK). Why?  
Why does the brake pedal pulsate slightly  
when applying the brakes?  
This can occur when the ABS activates and does  
not indicate a problem. Apply firm, steady  
pressure on the brake pedal. Never pump the  
brake pedal.  
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The rear door cannot be opened  
from inside the vehicle. Why?  
Check if the childproof  
lock is in the lock  
position. If so, open the  
rear door with the  
outside door handle.  
To cancel this function,  
slide the lever up to the  
unlock position.  
Why do the doors lock after I  
unlocked the doors?  
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds, the doors  
are relocked automatically for security.  
Why does the beeper sound when I  
open the driver's door?  
The beeper sounds when:  
The exterior lights are left on.  
The Auto Idle Stop* is in operation.  
Models without keyless access system  
The key is left in the ignition switch.  
Models with keyless access system  
The power mode is in ACCESSORY.  
Why does the beeper sound when I  
start driving?  
The beeper sounds when the driver and/or front  
passenger* are not wearing their seat belts.  
* Not available on all models  
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Pressing the electric parking brake switch  
does not release the parking brake. Why?  
Press the electric parking brake switch with the  
brake pedal depressed.  
Depressing the accelerator pedal does not  
release the parking brake automatically.  
Why?  
Fasten the driver’s seat belt.  
Continuously variable transmission models  
Check if the transmission is in (P or (N. If so,  
select any other position.  
Manual transmission models  
Check if the transmission is in (N. If so, select  
any other position.  
Depress the clutch pedal fully. Then, while  
gently depressing the accelerator pedal,  
gradually release the clutch pedal.  
Why do I hear a screeching sound when I  
apply the brake pedal?  
The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have  
your vehicle inspected by a dealer.  
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Israeli, Turkish, and except Middle Eastern models  
Your vehicle is designed to operate on  
premium unleaded petrol with a research  
octane of 95 or higher. If this octane grade is  
unavailable, regular unleaded petrol with a  
research octane of 91 or higher may be used  
temporarily.  
Is it possible to use unleaded petrol with a  
Research Octane Number (RON) of 91 or  
higher on this vehicle?  
The use of regular unleaded petrol can cause  
metallic knocking noises in the engine and will  
result in decreased engine performance. The  
long-term use of regular-grade petrol can lead  
to engine damage.  
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