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How to Adjust the Time on a Honda City?

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QuinnFitz
07/30/25 12:50am

Adjusting the time on a Honda City requires completing the process on the car's central console. The specific steps are as follows: 1. Press the function key (MENU) to select the time setting. 2. Use the knob to select the time, setting the hour and minute parameters separately. 3. Press the center setting key (SELECT) to confirm and complete the time adjustment. Below is an introduction to the all-new Honda City: 1. The interior of the all-new City has been upgraded with richer configurations. The interior features a clear and neat layout; it uses the Honda family's three-spoke multifunction steering wheel and mechanical pointer instrument panel, supporting CarPlay functionality, making it highly practical. 2. The all-new City is powered by the latest Earth-Dreams series engine, offering a choice between a 5-speed manual and a CVT continuously variable transmission, providing stronger driving operability. 3. The vehicle has strong fuel economy, with an average fuel consumption of 6-7L per 100 kilometers, making it very fuel-efficient.

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SaraLee
08/15/25 6:13am

I've been driving a City for several years, and adjusting the time is quite straightforward. First, start the car but don't drive it. After the dashboard lights up, locate the button on the left side marked 'TRIP'. Press it repeatedly until the LCD screen displays a clock icon. Then press the adjacent adjustment knob once, and the hour digits will blink. Rotate the knob to set the correct hour. Press the knob again, and the minute digits will start flashing—adjust them the same way by rotating. After completion, wait about five seconds, and the time will be saved automatically. For newer models with touchscreens, simply find the clock option in the central control system settings, tap to enter, and adjust by swiping with your finger. Once done, remember to lock the car and restart to check accuracy, avoiding potential battery voltage fluctuations. For older City models without an LCD dashboard, look for the clock button near the central air conditioning panel to make adjustments.

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OGemma
10/20/25 3:37am

I remember the first time driving my relative's City and found the clock was three hours off. Later, I figured out the trick through trial and error. The most crucial step is to operate while the ignition is on—just turn the key to the ACC position. For older City models, you need to press the protruding round button on the instrument panel until the clock symbol appears, then adjust the time using the knob. Here's a detail: if you turn the knob too quickly, it might skip numbers, so I recommend turning it one notch at a time and confirming each step. Once, I tried adjusting the time on a rainy day and found the buttons unresponsive—it turned out to be poor contact due to damp hands, and drying them solved the issue. If the instrument panel time doesn’t sync with the central display after adjustment, it might be a system delay; turning the car off and restarting usually fixes it. If you can’t locate the button, check page 37 of the owner’s manual—it has illustrated instructions.

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DelLawson
12/03/25 4:09am

Adjusting the time on the City is much easier than expected. First, lower the steering wheel to avoid blocking your view, then turn the key to the ON position without starting the engine. Focus on the instrument cluster - there's a small button labeled 'TRIP' on the left side. Press it three times consecutively, and the clock setting interface usually appears. Then rotate the adjacent silver knob to adjust the time - pressing the knob switches between hour/minute modes. It's even simpler with newer models featuring multi-function steering wheels: use your left thumb to navigate the directional keys into the main menu, then select the time option in settings for direct adjustment. Remember not to operate while driving, as the buttons will be locked. If the clock gains a few minutes after adjustment, it might indicate aging of the vehicle's computer clock chip, but this won't affect functionality.

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