Controls

Using the Remote Transmitter

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Using the Remote Transmitter

Locking the doors

Press the lock button.

Once:

  • Some exterior lights flash, all the doors and fuel fill door lock, and the security system sets.

Twice (within five seconds after the first push):

  • The beeper sounds and verifies the security system is set.

Using the Remote Transmitter

If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter, the doors will automatically relock.

Models with driver information interface

You can change the relock timer setting.

Customized Features

The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so the operating range may vary depending on the surroundings.

Models without smart entry system

The remote transmitter will not work when the key is in the ignition switch.

Models with smart entry system

You can lock or unlock doors using the remote transmitter only when the power mode is in VEHICLE OFF.

All models

The remote will not lock the vehicle when a door is open.

Unlocking the doors

Press the unlock button.

Once:

  • Some exterior lights flash twice, and the driver’s door and fuel fill door unlock.

Twice:

  • The remaining doors unlock.

Using the Remote Transmitter

If the distance at which the remote transmitter works varies, the battery is probably low.

If the LED does not come on when you press a button, the battery is dead.

Replacing the Button Battery

Models with driver information interface

You can customize the door unlock mode setting.

Customized Features

Test yourself

A quick Honda Civic quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.