2013 Honda Civic Owner's Manual - Page 204

uu Before Driving u Driving Preparation 2013 Civic Coupe QRG ■ Interior Checks • Store or secure all items on board properly. u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe. 2 Maximum Load Limit P. 205 1 Interior Checks The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry heavy items in the trunk, have the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified technician. • Do not pile items higher than the seat height. u They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden braking. • Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor mat. u An object or unsecured floor mat can interfere with your brake and accelerator pedal operation while driving. • If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle. u They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur. • Securely close and lock both doors and the trunk. 2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 99 TOC Driving • Adjust your seating position properly. u Adjust the head restraint, too. 2 Adjusting the Seats P. 120 2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 122 • Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly for your driving. u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position. 2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 119 2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 118 Index Home Continued 203