Preparing To Drive - Honda Civic Sedan Owner's Manual

Preparing to Drive

You should do the following checks
and adjustments every day before
you drive your car.
1. Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove frost,
snow, or ice.
2. Check that the hood and trunk
are fully closed.
3. Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check
its pressure.
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4. Check that any items you may be
carrying with you inside are
stored properly or fastened down
securely.
5. Check the adjustment of the seat
(see page 54).
6. Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page 59).
7. Check the adjustment of the
steering wheel (see page 45).
8. Make sure the doors are securely
closed and locked.
9. Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have fastened
their seat belts (see page 7).
10.Turn the ignition ON (II). Check
the indicator lights in the instru-
ment panel.
11.Start the engine (see page
12.Check the gauges and indicator
lights in the instrument panel
(see page 33).
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