2014 HONDA CIVIC check engine light

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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
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If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on if there is a problem with the EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe place. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the electronic brake distribution
system is not working. This can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer immediately.
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FusesFuse LocationsIf any electrical devices are not working,
turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0
*1 and
check to see if any applicable fuse is blown.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
■
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
EPS
70 A
−
(40 A)
ABS/VSA Motor
30 A
ABS/VSA FSR
30 A
Wiper Motor
*2
−*3
30 A
(30 A)
Main Fuse
100 A
2
IG Main
30 A
*2
50 A
*3
Fuse Box Main 60 AFuse Box Main 2
60 A
Headlight Main 30 A
ST MG Switch
*2
−*3
30 A
(30 A)
Rear Defogger 30 A IG Main 2
*2
−*3
30 A
(30 A)
Blower 40 A −(30 A)
Sub Fan Motor 20 A
Main Fan Motor 20 A
3
−
−
4 −
*2
Left Headlight Low Beam
*3
−
15 A
5
START DIAG
*2
ST MG
*3
7.5 A
7.5 A
6 −
*2
Right Headlight Low Beam
*3
−
15 A
7
−
−
8− −
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
*2:Models with smart entry system
*3:Models without smart entry system9
−
−
10 − −
11
Oil Level
7.5 A
12 Fog Lights
*
(20 A)
13
Driver’s Power Seat Sliding
*
(20 A)
14 Hazard 10 A
15
FI Sub
15 A
16 IG Coil 15 A
17
Stop
15 A
18 Horn 10 A
19
Premium Amp
*
(20 A)
20 Right Headlight Low Beam
*2
Injection
*, *3
15 A
(15 A)
21
IGP
15 A
22 DBW 15 A
23
Left Headlight Low Beam
*2
Headlight Low Beam
*3
15 A
20 A
24 Driver’s Power Seat
Reclining
*
(20 A)
25
MG Clutch
7.5 A
26 Washer
*2
−*3
15 A
−
27
SMALL
20 A
28 Interior Lights 7.5 A
29
Backup
10 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models

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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
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Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0
*1. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Inspecting and Changing FusesNOTICEReplacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 439 to 440.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover.
Combined
Fuse Blown FuseFuse Puller

458Index
BBattery....................................................... 400
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 435
Jump Starting .......................................... 429
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 400
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 401
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ...................................... 158
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 195, 218
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 246, 277
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 63
Brake System ............................................. 337
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 339
Brake Assist System ................................. 340
Fluid ........................................................ 374
Foot Brake ............................................... 338
Indicator (Amber)....................................... 68
Indicator (Red) ................................... 68, 437
Parking Brake .......................................... 337
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 141
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 376
Brake/Taillights, Rear Turn Signal Lights and
Rear Side Marker Lights ......................... 385
Fog Lights ................................................ 380
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker
Lights..................................................... 383
Headlights ............................................... 376
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 388
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 387
Taillights and Back-Up Lights ................... 386
Bulb Specifications ............................ 444, 446
CCarbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 64
Carrying Cargo ................................. 305, 307
CD Player ................................... 178, 184, 207
Center Pocket ........................................... 157
Certification Label .................................... 448
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 376
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 435
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks............................. 116
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 124
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................ 63
Child Seat for Infants................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt ......................................................... 59
Larger Children ......................................... 62
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Using a Tether ........................................... 61
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 116
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 406
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 404
Climate Control System ............................ 165
Changing the Mode ................................ 165
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 166
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 403
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 166
Sensors ................................................... 167 Using Automatic Climate Control............ 165
Clutch Fluid .............................................. 374
Coat Hook ................................................ 159
Compact Spare Tire .................. 411, 445, 447
Console Compartment ............................. 156
Controls .................................................... 103
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 371
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 372
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 371
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 72
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 75
Overheating ............................................ 433
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 319
Cruise Control .......................................... 326
Indicator ................................................... 76
Cup Holders .............................................. 158
Customer Service Information ................ 456
Customized Features ......................... 90, 233
DDaytime Running Lights .......................... 139
Dead Battery ............................................ 429
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ......................................... 164, 166
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 449
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 136
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 144
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 365
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 136

459Index
Display Button.......................................... 198
Display/Information Button ...................... 86
Door Mirrors ............................................. 144
Doors ........................................................ 106
Auto Door Locking.................................. 117
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 117
Door Open Indicator ........................... 31, 72
Keys........................................................ 106
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 114
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ........................................... 109
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 113
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 394
Driving ...................................................... 303
Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 319
Braking ................................................... 337
Cruise Control ........................................ 326
Shifting Gear .......................................... 322
Shifting Position ...................................... 320
Starting the Engine ......................... 313, 315
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 403EEco Assist System.......................................... 7
ECON Button ............................................ 325
Elapsed Time .............................................. 88
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ........ 73
Indicator ........................................... 73, 437
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 329Emergency
................................................ 442
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 428
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 124
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 451
Engine ....................................................... 448
Coolant ................................................... 371
Jump Starting .......................................... 429
Oil ........................................................... 364
Starting ........................................... 313, 315
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 131
Engine Coolant ......................................... 371
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 372
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 371
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 72
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 75
Overheating ............................................ 433
Engine Oil ................................................. 364
Adding .................................................... 367
Checking ................................................. 365
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 353, 357
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 69, 435
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 364
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 132
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 437
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon
Monoxide) ................................................. 64
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 145
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 406
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 144
FFeatures.................................................... 169
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 403
Oil ........................................................... 368
Flat Tire ..................................................... 411
Floor Mats ................................................. 405
Fluids
Brake/Clutch ........................................... 374
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) ..................................................... 373
Engine Coolant ....................................... 371
Manual Transmission ............................... 373
Windshield Washer ................................. 375
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 74
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 152
Foot Brake ................................................ 338
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 42
Front Seats ................................................ 146
Adjusting ................................................ 146
Fuel ...................................................... 18, 343
Economy ................................................. 346
Gauge ....................................................... 82
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 82, 89
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
Range ................................................. 85, 88
Recommendation .................................... 343
Refueling................................................. 343
Fuel Economy ........................................... 346
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 18, 345
Message.................................................. 436

462Index
MMaintenance............................................. 349
Battery..................................................... 400
Brake/Clutch Fluid.................................... 374
Cleaning .................................................. 404
Climate Control System ........................... 403
Coolant ................................................... 371
Heating and Cooling System .................... 403
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 353
Oil ........................................................... 365
Precautions .............................................. 350
Radiator................................................... 372
Remote Transmitter ................................. 401
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 376
Safety ...................................................... 351
Service Items.................................... 355, 359
Tires ........................................................ 391
Transmission Fluid.................................... 373
Under the Hood....................................... 361
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 436
Manual Transmission ................................ 322
Map Lights ................................................ 155
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 307
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 82
Mirrors ....................................................... 144
Adjusting ................................................. 144
Door ........................................................ 144
Exterior .................................................... 144
Interior Rearview...................................... 144 Modifications (and Accessories)
.............. 347
Moonroof ................................................. 130
MP3 ................... 178, 184, 192, 207, 215, 220
NNumbers (Identification) .......................... 448OOdometer............................................. 84, 87
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 364
Adding .................................................... 367
Checking................................................. 365
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 353, 357
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 435
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 364
Viscosity .................................................. 364
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 363
Moonroof ............................................... 130
Power Windows ...................................... 128
Trunk ...................................................... 121
Outside Temperature Display .................... 89
Overheating .............................................. 433PPandora®........................................... 191, 214
Panic Mode ............................................... 127 Parking
..................................................... 341
Parking Brake ........................................... 337
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .................................................. 68, 437
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 50
Passing Indicators ..................................... 136
Power Windows ....................................... 128
Precautions While Driving ....................... 318
Rain ........................................................ 318
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) ................................. 411, 418
RRadiator.................................................... 372
Radio (AM/FM) ......................... 177, 181, 204
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 183, 205
Range .................................................... 85, 88
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 183, 205
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 451
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 142
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 152
Rearview Camera ..................................... 342
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 144
Refueling .................................................. 343
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 82
Gasoline ................................. 343, 444, 446
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
Regulations .............................. 335, 394, 449

464Index
Tire Repair Kit........................................... 418
Tires ........................................................... 391
Air Pressure ............................. 392, 445, 447
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 391
Inspection ................................................ 391
Labeling................................................... 392
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 411
Regulations.............................................. 394
Rotation .................................................. 398
Spare Tire ................................ 411, 445, 447
Summer................................................... 399
Tire Chains .............................................. 399
Tire Repair Kit .......................................... 418
Wear Indicators ....................................... 396
Winter ..................................................... 399
Tools .......................................................... 410
Towing a Trailer ........................................ 309
Equipment and Accessories...................... 310
Load Limits .............................................. 309
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 312
Emergency............................................... 442
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 333
Indicator ............................................ 73, 438
Transmission ...................................... 320, 322
Automatic (CVT) ...................................... 320
Fluid ........................................................ 373
Manual .................................................... 322
Number ................................................... 448
Shift Lever Position Indicator .............. 70, 321 Trip Meter
............................................. 84, 87
Troubleshooting ....................................... 409
Blown Fuse...................................... 439, 440
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 21
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 22
Emergency Towing .................................. 442
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 426
Noise When Braking .................................. 22
Overheating ............................................ 433
Premium Gasoline ........................... 343, 446
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................ 411, 418
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 22, 116
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 432
Warning Indicators .................................... 68
Trunk ......................................................... 121
Lid........................................................... 121
Light Bulb........................................ 444, 446
Turn Signals .............................................. 136
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 74
UUnlocking the Doors ................................ 109
Unlocking the Front Doors from
the Inside ................................................ 114
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 170, 172
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 232
USB/HDMI ® Port ........................................ 171
Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ..................................................... 111
VValet Key .................................................. 107
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 5
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 448
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) ................. 329
Off Button .............................................. 330
Off Indicator ............................................. 72
System Indicator ....................................... 72
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 364, 445, 447
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) ................. 329WWallpaper........................................... 98, 200
Warning and Information Messages ........ 77
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 435
Warning Labels .......................................... 65
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 453
Watts ................................................ 444, 446
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 396
Wheel Cover ............................................. 415
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 414
Window Washers ..................................... 140
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 375
Switch .................................................... 140
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 128