2020 Honda Civic Owner’s Manual — Opening and Closing the Trunk

Precautions for Opening/Closing the Trunk

Opening the trunk

Open the trunk all the way.

u If it is not fully opened, the trunk lid may begin to close under its own weight.

Closing the trunk

Keep the trunk lid closed while driving to:

u Avoid possible damage.

u Prevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle.

2 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 73

Press and hold the trunk opener on the driver’s door to unlock and open the trunk.

2 When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 646

uuOpening and Closing the Trunk uUsing the Trunk Release Button *

Push up the release button on the trunk lid after the doors are unlocked.

2 When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 646

Even if the trunk is locked, you can open the trunk if you carry the smart entry remote.

u Some exterior lights flash and the beeper sounds.

Press the trunk release button for approximately one second to unlock and open the trunk.

* Not available on all models

uuOpening and Closing the Trunk uEmergency Trunk Opener

The trunk release lever allows you to open the trunk from inside for your safety.

Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow.