Honda Civic Hybrid 2009 Owner's Manual page 282

Automatic Transmission (CVT)
Auto Idle Stop
To help maximize fuel economy,
your Civic Hybrid has an Auto Idle
Stop function. Depending on
environmental conditions and vehicle
operation, the engine will shut off
when you come to a stop.
According to driving conditions
The engine coolant is nearly up to
normal operating temperature.
The IMA battery is charged
enough to operate the system.
Outside temperature is between
10 100 degrees F.
The vehicle is not climbing a hill.
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According to vehicle controls
The shift lever is in D or N.
You are not pressing on the
accelerator pedal.
You are pressing on the brake
pedal.
Fan speed lower fan speeds, in
either AUTO or manual modes.
The front window defroster is off.
The Auto Idle Stop function may
activate when you slow down.
The engine will start again when you
release the brake pedal. It will also
restart, even if you are still pressing
the brake pedal, under these
conditions:
You move the shift lever from D
or N to R or L.
You press the accelerator pedal.
You are on an incline, and the
vehicle begins rolling.