2014 HONDA CIVIC COUPE tow

Before Driving
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Driving
Storing Cargo in the Trunk
Do not put large, heavy or pointed objects in the trunk. When storing items,
properly secure them so that they do not move around while driving. The fuel
tank is located in the trunk, and although a partition separates the tank from the
cargo space, large items or loose items can damage the fuel tank and fuel system
components.
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.

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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Models with tire repair kit
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
This vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire. If the tire has a large cut or is
otherwise severely damaged, you will need to have the vehicle towed. If the tire
only has a small puncture, from a nail for instance, you can use the temporary tire
repair kit so that you can drive to the nearest service station for a more permanent
repair.

If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then stop in a safe place.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery surface and apply the parking
brake.
2. Put the shift lever in
P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK
0.
When towing a trailer, unhitch the trailer.
Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair the Flat Tire
AIR ONLY side
Inflator Switch
Repair Notification Label
Power Plug
Speed Restriction Label
Selector Switch
Pressure Gauge
Sealant/Air Hose (Clear)
Tire Sealant
Expiration Date
Pressure Relief
Button
Instruction
Manual
Air Only Hose (Black)
Sealant/AIR side
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
The kit should not be used in the following
situations. Instead, contact a dealer or a roadside
assistant to have the vehicle towed.
The tire sealant has expired.

•More than two tires are punctured.
•The puncture or cut is larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm).
•The tire side wall is damaged or the puncture is
•outside the tire contact area.
When the puncture is: Kit Use
Smaller than 3/16 inch (4 mm) Ye s
Larger than 3/16 inch (4 mm) No
Damage has been caused by driving with the tire

•extremely under inflated.
The tire bead is no longer seated.

•The rim is damaged.
•
Do not remove a nail or screw that punctured the
tire. If you remove it from the tire, you may not be
able to repair the puncture using the kit.

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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
4. Plug in the compressor to the accessory
power socket.
Be careful not to pinch the cord in a door
or window.
5. Start the engine.
Keep the engine running while injecting
sealant and air.
Carbon Monoxide Ga s
 P. 64, Owner's Manual
6. Turn the selector switch to SEALANT/AIR .
7. Press the inflator switch to turn on the
compressor.
The compressor starts injecting sealant
and air into the tire.
8. When the sealant injection is complete,
continue to add air.
9. After the air pressure reaches 30 psi (210
kPa), turn off the kit.
To check the pressure, occasionally turn
off the compressor and read the gauge.
Injecting Sealant and Air
SEAL ANT/AIR Side
Pressure Gauge
WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in
an enclosed or even partly enclosed area
can cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.
NOTICE Do not operate the tire repair kit compressor
for more than 15 minutes. The accessory power
socket and compressor can overheat and become
permanently damaged.
Until the sealant injection is complete, the pressure
shown on the pressure gauge will appear higher
than actual. After the sealant injection is complete
the pressure will drop and then begin to rise again
as the tire is inflated with air. This is normal. To
accurately measure the air pressure using the gauge,
turn the air compressor off only after the sealant
injection is complete.
If the required air pressure is not reached within
10 minutes, the tire may be too severely damaged
for the kit to provide the necessary seal and your
vehicle will need to be towed.

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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
4. Attach the air only hose onto the tire valve
stem. Screw it until it is tight.
5. Turn the selector switch to AIR ONLY .
Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
Inflating An Under-inflated Tire
 P. 35
Air Only Hose
Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in
an enclosed or even partly enclosed area
can cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.
6. If the air pressure is:
• Less than 19 psi (130 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The leak is too severe. Call for help and
have your vehicle towed.
Emergency Towin g
 P. 442, Owner's Manual
• 30 psi (210 kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or until you reach the nearest service
station. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

If the air does not go down after the 10 minute drive, you do not need to
check the pressure any more.
• Greater than 19 psi (130 kPa), but less than 30 psi (210 kPa):
Turn the air compressor on to inflate the tire until the tire pressure reaches
30 psi (210 kPa).
Then drive carefully for 10 more minutes or until you reach the nearest service
station. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).

You should repeat this procedure as long as the air pressure is within this
range.
7. Press the pressure relief button until the gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
8. Repackage and properly stow the kit.

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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
7. Plug in the kit to the accessory power
socket.
Be careful not to pinch the cord in a door
or window.
8. Start the engine.
Keep the engine running while injecting
a i r.
Carbon Monoxide Ga s
 P. 64, Owner's Manual
9. Turn the selector switch to AIR ONLY .
10. Press the inflator switch to turn on the kit.
The compressor starts to inject air into the
tire.
11. Inflate the tire to the specified air pressure.
12. Turn off the kit.
Check the pressure gauge on the air
compressor.
If overinflated, press the pressure relief
button.
13. Unplug the kit from the accessory power
socket.
14. Unscrew the air only hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
15. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns 0 psi (0 kPa).
16. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
Inflating An Under-inflated Tire
AIR ONLY
Side
Pressure Relief Button
WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in
an enclosed or even partly enclosed area
can cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.
ON

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Fuel Leaks
Handling the Unexpected
If a Fuel Leak is Detected
If you smell natural gas or hear a hissing sound, except when refueling, the fuel
system may have a leak. If a Fuel Leak is Detected
WARNING
Compressed natural gas is flammable and
highly explosive. You could be killed or
seriously injured if leaking natural gas is
ignited.
If you suspect a leak, have your vehicle
immediately inspected and repaired by an
authorized Honda Civic Natural Gas
d e a l e r.
Do not jump start your vehicle if you suspect a gas
leak.
Turning Off the Manual Shut-Off Valve
We recommend that you locate the valve before
driving so that you can turn it off quickly if
ne ce s s ar y.
Turn off the valve if you ever suspect a fuel leak or
are involved in an accident.
Turn the manual shut-off valve to OFF also when
you are storing your vehicle for an extended period.
Turning Off the Manual Shut-Off Valve
4. Turn the manual shut-off valve one-quarter
turn clockwise (located as shown).
The valve is turned to OFF.
5. Call a professional towing service.
You cannot continue driving. Have the
vehicle towed to an authorized Civic
Natural Gas dealer.
Emergency Towing
P. 442, Owner's
Manual
1. Park your vehicle outside in a well-ventilated area. Set the parking brake.
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame.
2. Open all the windows and trunk for ventilation.
3. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
0.
Manual Shut-Off
Valve

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