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Old 18th June 2008, 22:34   #21 (permalink)
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It seems it is the Civics built after November 2007 that have faulty alarms. (check build date on seat belt).

This is about the same time as they changed to two stage airbags. It may be worth having your air bags checked as I have read in a number of places of people having bumps in their Civic and being pleased their air bags were not triggered.

Personally I rate Honda electronics the most unreliable in any car I have owned. After saying that I expect my windows will not open tomorrow! (I already have my head lights flashing on and off for the hour before dark.)
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Sorted ...........going in this morning , got a new Legend as a loan car..........hmmm nice
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Old 19th June 2008, 10:55   #23 (permalink)
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Sorted ...........going in this morning , got a new Legend as a loan car..........hmmm nice
If it's a common fault I suppose they know what the problems is.
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Old 19th June 2008, 11:19   #24 (permalink)
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Well this forum came in handy again! I didn't even know that my car had an alarm, as many models for the Finnish market seem to be without them for some reason, but they do have the engine imobilisors of course.

However, just got in the car, locked the doors, waited till the "alarm" light was flashing, opened the driver's door manually from inside and hey presto, flashing lights, beeping horn! Impressed!
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Does the alarm stop by pressing the unlock button on the fob? Never tried this before
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Well this forum came in handy again! I didn't even know that my car had an alarm, as many models for the Finnish market seem to be without them for some reason, but they do have the engine imobilisors of course.
I knew mine had an alarm but I'd never tested it, so it was good to get a reminder to check it. Fortunately mine works.
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Old 19th June 2008, 12:26   #28 (permalink)
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Emm... time to go test this I think...

EDIT: ... nope mines working fine thank-fully! Its got quite a high pitch note to it! Thats an 07 model btw!

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Could this be the start of something ? Not a thing one tests , you assume it works. Upto now its alerted 2 of us lets see how many more ...........this should be made a sticky post
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Old 19th June 2008, 12:44   #30 (permalink)
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In know mines works. Apart from I set it off whilst sitting in it (I had accidently hit the open button on the key while parked and if you don't open the door within 30 secs it automatically locks it and I forgot!) but barr that I usually set it off while washing the car, especially power washing the roof!

Thats another thing I keep forgetting then I realise when it starts making a noise and flashing, then I have to hit the open button and remember to open the door then shut it so it doesn't lock itself again and it all happens all over
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Just tested mine, all ok
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I tested mine when I got the car in Sept. using the key. The alarm did go off but its not as loud as I'd like it, must be where its located and the sound proofing?
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Mine definatly works, it goes off everytime it rains hard. Which is quite alot in england!
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Yup mine works though very impressed with it.....not very loud siren and no horn action....also the siren seems to come from the boot!

The siren is so quiet i could not hear it from more than about 20 metres!
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Tested mine, but not as loud as i thought it would be! Its an 06 registered Civic, have they changed the alarms in 07/08 models?
and if they have can i go get it upgraded? ha ha! fat chance! answered it myself...
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If I open with the key the alarm is disarmed and if I lock with the key then the alarm is engaged. How can i check my alarm?
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If I open with the key the alarm is disarmed and if I lock with the key then the alarm is engaged. How can i check my alarm?
you have to try breaking in HM




or sit inside it, activate the alarm and try opening the doors
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or sit inside it, activate the alarm and try opening the doors
Oh ok!
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If you lock the car with the remote then unlock with THE KEY in the lock the alarm should sound. To test the interior alarm (if you have one) leave a window open, get out and lock the car. Put your arm through the open window into the inside of the car. This should set off the alarm.

To stop the alarm just press the remote or if that dosn't work put the key into the ignition and it will stop in a few seconds.
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If you lock the car with the remote then unlock with THE KEY in the lock the alarm should sound. To test the interior alarm (if you have one) leave a window open, get out and lock the car. Put your arm through the open window into the inside of the car. This should set off the alarm.

To stop the alarm just press the remote or if that dosn't work put the key into the ignition and it will stop in a few seconds.
Ok just off to check..............
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