2012 Honda Civic Owner's Manual - Page 115

Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel QRG Ignition Switch 1 Ignition Switch Manual transmission models 2012 Civic Coupe (0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this 3 WARNING Removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. This can cause you to lose control of the vehicle. Remove the key from the ignition switch only when parked. Automatic transmission models position. TOC Controls (q ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and other accessories in this position. (w ON: This is the position when driving. (e START: This position is for starting the engine. The switch returns to ON (w when you let go of the key. You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is in (P . All models Index Home If you open the driver's door when the key is in LOCK (0 or ACCESSORY (q , a warning buzzer will sound to remind you to take the key out. When this happens, the following messages appear on the multi-information display *: • In LOCK (0 : REMOVE KEY. • In ACCESSORY (q : RETURN IGNITION SWITCH TO LOCK (0) POSITION The buzzer will stop when you take the key out. If the key won't turn from LOCK (0 to ACCESSORY (q , turn the key while moving the steering wheel left and right. The steering wheel will unlock, allowing the key to turn. 114 * Not available on all models