Keys and locks (Honda Civic 6)

Keys

Along with the car you received two copies of the key, one of which should be kept in a safe place (not in the car) and use as a spare. The same key fits all locks:

• ignition switch;
• door locks;
• trunk lid lock.

Along with your set of car keys, you received a plate with the key number. On some car models, the number is stamped directly on the keys themselves. You may need the key number to make additional copies of the keys to replace the lost ones. Keep the number plate in a safe place or write down the number stamped on the keys and keep the record in your wallet or with your documents.

Only officially approved Honda key blanks may be used to make additional keys.

Code key (for vehicles equipped with an immobilizer)

If your car is equipped with an immobilizer, the key set includes a code key in addition to two identical keys. When replacing a lost key, the new key must first be coded using the code key. Since you will not be able to code the new key yourself, contact a Honda service station.



The code key is intended only for performing the coding operation of new keys. Starting the engine with the code key is not possible. An attempt to start the engine with the code key sometimes results in the immobilizer blocking the engine starting even when using the main key. In this case, you should contact a Honda service station. Keep the code key in a safe and secure place. Each key has an electronic unit built into it. Therefore, handling the keys requires caution and mandatory compliance with the rules below. Violation of these rules may result in the keys becoming inoperative.

• Do not expose keys to direct sunlight or high temperatures. Do not store keys in places with high humidity.
• Do not drop keys or place heavy objects on them.
• Do not disassemble the keys. There are no electric batteries in the keys.
• Do not expose the keys to moisture. If the keys get wet, gently wipe them dry with a soft cloth.

Important: When you are going to code a new key, do not forget to take the remaining key and the code key with you to the Honda service station.

Immobilizer (individual models)

Your car is equipped with an immobilizer that blocks the engine from starting. The immobilizer is an effective anti-theft device and protects your car from possible theft. The engine of your car can only be started with a specially coded key. The immobilizer functions when trying to start the engine with an unsuitable key.

You should not make any changes or additions to the immobilizer design. This may disrupt the normal functioning of your car's electronic systems and create the prerequisite for a traffic accident.

Ignition switch

The ignition switch is located on the right side of the steering column. The key can be in one of four positions in the ignition switch:

• ABOUT - (LOCK - Blocking),
• I - (ACCESORY - Auxiliary consumers of electricity),
• II - (ON - Ignition is on)
• III - (START - LAUNCH).

Position 0 (LOCK - Blocking). You can insert or remove the key only in this position. The action of elastic forces in the steering gear may make it difficult to turn the key from the LOCK (0) position to the ACCESSORY (I) position. In this case, it is recommended to turn the steering wheel slightly to one side or the other to relieve the load clamping the tongue of the steering shaft lock. In order to turn the key from the ACCESSORY (I) position to the LOCK (0) position, you must first press the key slightly and push it into the lock a little. In addition, on some modifications of cars with automatic transmission, it is additionally required that the range selector lever be in the Park position. The steering shaft is automatically locked from rotation when the key is removed from the ignition switch.

Warning! Do not remove the key from the ignition while the vehicle is moving. This will lock the steering shaft and make it impossible to steer the vehicle. Remove the key from the ignition only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.

Position I (ACCESORY - Auxiliary consumers of electricity). In this position of the key, the audio system can function (on some vehicle modifications) i'm a cigarette lighter.

Position II (ON - Ignition is on). In this position, the key is constantly in place while the car is moving and when the engine is idling. At the same time, electrical power is supplied to all devices and auxiliary equipment installed on the car. When the key is turned from the ACCESSORY (I) position to the ON (II) position, some indicators and signaling devices located on the instrument panel are briefly switched on. This is intended to monitor their serviceability. On some vehicle modifications, when the key is turned to the ON (II) position, the front headlights are automatically switched on (in daytime driving lighting mode).

Cars equipped with an immobilizer. After the key is inserted into the ignition, the immobilizer indicator on the dashboard lights up for a few seconds. If the immobilizer recognizes the correct key code, the indicator on the dashboard goes out. If the wrong key is inserted into the ignition, the immobilizer indicator does not go out, but starts to flash.

Remove the key from the ignition if the immobilizer indicator is flashing. Then insert the key into the ignition again and turn the key to the ON (II) position. If the immobilizer indicator starts flashing again, this indicates that the key is incorrectly coded. It is impossible to start the engine with such a key. In this situation, you must contact a Honda service station.



Position III (START - LAUNCH). Turning the key to this position engages the starter. Once the engine starts, release the key and it will automatically return to the ON (II) position.

If your car is equipped with an immobilizer, the starter will be activated with some delay compared to cars without an immobilizer.

Some vehicle modifications are equipped with an audible warning signal when the driver's door is opened if the key is in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position. To turn off the audible signal, remove the key from the ignition switch.

Door locks

Each door has a lock button. To lock or unlock the door lock, lower or raise the button.

When leaving the car, you can lock any passenger door from the outside. To do this, you need to lower the lock button on the open door and then slam the door. The driver's door lock can also be locked without a key from the outside: with the driver's door open, lift the outside handle and press the lock button. Then release the outside handle and slam the door.



The front door locks can be locked and unlocked from the outside using a key.

Cars with 3-door hatchback body

The buttons used to lock the door locks are located in front of the corresponding door opening handles.

Single electric drive lock (individual models)

The single lock provides simultaneous locking or unlocking of all door locks respectively when locking or unlocking the driver's door lock using the button (from inside the salon) or key (outside the car).

Remote control of a single lock (individual models)

If your car is equipped with a single electric lock with remote control. You can control the locking and unlocking of the door locks without a key. When you are near the car, point the remote control at the signal receiver and press the button on the remote control. The signal receiver is located at the base of the bracket of the interior rearview mirror between the sun visors.

Each time you press the button on the remote control, the door locks are unlocked or locked, depending on whether they were previously locked or not. The red indicator on the remote control lights up to indicate that the signal has been transmitted. If you locked the door locks with the remote control when leaving the car, check that the locks are securely locked by pressing up on the outside handle of the driver's door.

Cars with 5-door hatchback body

Cars can be equipped with two types of remote control: with one or two buttons. The receiver of the remote control signal is located in the upper control panel of the sunroof.



If the remote control does not function reliably or the red indicator does not light when you press the remote control button, the possible cause may be the discharge of the remote control battery. In this case, you must immediately replace the battery. Battery: Type CR2032 (lithium).

Replacing the battery

Remove the screw and take off the remote control cover. Replace the battery, paying attention to the polarity of the connection. Replace the remote control cover and secure it with the screw. When installing the cover, make sure that the locking tab on the cover fits into the groove in the remote control body. Check the operation of the remote control by locking and unlocking the door locks several times.

Cars with 5-door hatchback body

The remote control is powered by two elements.

Caring for your remote control

The remote control contains an electronic unit. Therefore, handling it requires caution and mandatory compliance with the rules below. Violation of these rules may lead to the remote control failure.

• Do not expose the remote control to direct sunlight or high temperatures. Do not store the remote control in places with high humidity.
• Do not drop the remote control or place heavy objects on it.
• Do not disassemble the remote control. When replacing the battery, follow the instructions provided above.
• Protect the remote control from moisture. If the remote control gets wet, gently wipe it dry with a soft cloth.

To clean the outside of the remote control, use a soft cloth slightly dampened with a mild soap solution. The use of solvents, polishes or abrasive cleaners will damage the surface of the remote control. To ensure reliable reception of the signal from the remote control, it is necessary to periodically wipe the receiver from dust and dirt.

The remote control comes with a plate with the remote control code number. The number is visible only in infrared rays. You will need this number when replacing a lost remote control. Keep the plate with the remote control code number in a safe and secure place.

If you have several remote controls and have lost one of them, then when you purchase a new remote control to replace the lost one, you must simultaneously recode all the remaining remote controls. Contact a Honda service station.

Blocking doors from being opened by children

To prevent children from accidentally opening the doors while the car is moving, the rear door locks are equipped with a special locking device. There is a locking lever on the end of each rear door. If you move the lever to the LOCK position with the door open, (Blocking) and then close the door, it will not be possible to open it using the inside handle regardless of the position of the lock button. In order to open the rear door locked in this way, it is necessary to lift the lock button and use the outside door handle.

Cars with 3-door hatchback body

There are no child-proof door locks.

Trunk lid lock

You can unlock the trunk lid lock in two ways.

• Using the handle located to the left of the driver's seat.
• Using a key.

If the car is supplied with two keys - a main key and a secondary key, the main key should be used to unlock and lock the trunk lid. The secondary key does not fit the trunk lid lock.



To lock the lock, slam the trunk lid by pressing it from above. When the car is moving, the trunk lid should be closed at all times. This will prevent, firstly, possible damage to the lid and, secondly, the entry of exhaust gases into the car.

(The original text of the article is located on the website: HondaBook)