2015 HONDA CIVIC COUPE towing

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Maintenance
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Maintenance Service Items
1Maintenance Service Items•Independent of the Maintenance Minder
information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
km).•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
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Maintenance Minder
Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If a message
SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the
engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.CODE
Maintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil
*1
B
●Replace engine oil
*1 and oil filter
●Inspect front and rear brakes/service as necessary●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system
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●Inspect fuel lines and connections
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*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher transmission
temperatures. This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the
Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission
fluid changed every 25,000 miles (40,000 km).CODE
Maintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2
●Replace air cleaner element
*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter
*3
●Inspect drive belt
3●Replace transmission fluid
*4
4
●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5●Replace engine coolant
Continuously variable transmission models

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 392
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 393
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 400If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak ... 401Emergency Engine Stop ................... 402
Jump Starting .................................... 403
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 406
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 407 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On .. 409If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 409
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 410
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................. 411
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 411
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks........................ 412 Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 413
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 416
Emergency Towing ........................... 417

400Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not StartChecking the EngineIf the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter condition
Checklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.
Check for a message on the i-MID.●If the TO START, HOLD REMOTE NEAR START BUTTON message appears
2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 401
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 123
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 381
●If the interior lights come on normally
2 Fuses P. 413
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2
Starting the Engine P. 298
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 116
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 81
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 416
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 417
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 403
Models with smart entry system

417Handling the Unexpected
Emergency TowingCall a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency TowingNOTICETrying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle's weight.NOTICEImproper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.

435Index
Display Button.......................................... 185
Display/Information Button ...................... 83
Door Mirrors ............................................. 135
Doors ........................................................ 102
Auto Door Locking.................................. 112
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 112
Door Open Indicator ........................... 29, 71
Keys........................................................ 102
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .................................................... 110
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 105
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 109
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 375
Driving ...................................................... 291
Braking ................................................... 326
Continuously Variable Transmission ........ 304
Cruise Control ........................................ 315
Shifting Gear .......................................... 311
Shifting Position .............................. 305, 307
Starting the Engine ......................... 298, 300
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 384EEco Assist System.......................................... 9
ECON Button ............................................ 314
Elapsed Time .............................................. 85
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ........................................... 72, 411
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 318Emergency Engine Stop
........................... 402
Emergency Towing ................................... 417
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 115
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 427
Engine
Coolant ................................................... 355
Jump Starting .......................................... 403
Oil ........................................................... 348
Starting ........................................... 298, 300
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 122
Engine Coolant ......................................... 355
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 356
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 355
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 70
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 70
Overheating ............................................ 407
Engine Oil ................................................. 348
Adding .................................................... 351
Checking ................................................. 349
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 341
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 67, 409
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 348
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 123
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 62
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 136
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 387
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 135
FFeatures..................................................... 159 Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 384
Oil ........................................................... 352
Flat Tire ..................................................... 393
Floor Mats ................................................. 386
Fluids Brake/Clutch ........................................... 358
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 357
Engine Coolant ....................................... 355
Manual Transmission ............................... 357
Windshield Washer ................................. 359
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 73
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 143
Foot Brake ................................................ 327
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 40
Front Seats ................................................ 137
Adjusting ................................................ 137
Fuel ...................................................... 19, 332
Economy ................................................. 335
Gauge ....................................................... 81
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 81, 86
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 69
Range ....................................................... 85
Recommendation .................................... 332
Refueling................................................. 332
Fuel Economy ........................................... 335
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 19, 334
Message.................................................. 410
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 19, 333
Fuses .......................................................... 413
Inspecting and Changing......................... 416

439Index
Safety Check............................................... 29
Safety Labels .............................................. 63
Safety Message ............................................ 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 30
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 32
Checking .................................................. 36
Fastening .................................................. 33
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 57
Pregnant Women...................................... 35
Reminder .................................................. 31
Warning Indicator ............................... 31, 69
Seat Heaters ............................................. 151
Seats .......................................................... 137
Adjusting ................................................ 137
Front Seats.............................................. 137
Rear Seats ............................................... 143
Seat Heaters ........................................... 151
Security System ........................................ 116
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 74
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 74
SEL/RESET Knob .......................................... 83
Select Lever ........................ 18, 305, 307, 311
Operation ......................... 18, 306, 308, 311
Releasing ................................................ 406
Won’t Move ........................................... 406
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 54
Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 166
Shift Lever .......................... 18, 305, 307, 311
Shift Lever Position Indicator .................... 68
Shift Position Indicator .................... 306, 308 Shifting (Transmission)
............. 305, 307, 311
Side Airbags ................................................ 44
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 46
Smart Entry System Indicator ..................... 74
Smart Entry with Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 107
SMS Text Message ............ 245, 259, 274, 283
Snow Tires ................................................. 380
Spare Tire .................................. 393, 421, 423
Spark Plugs ........................................ 420, 422
Specifications ............................................ 420
Specified Fuel ............................ 332, 420, 422
Speedometer .............................................. 81
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 40
Starting the Engine .......................... 298, 300
Does Not Start ......................................... 400
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 122
Jump Starting .......................................... 403
Steering Wheel ......................................... 134
Adjusting ................................................. 134
Stopping .................................................... 330
Summer Tires ............................................ 380
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 40
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 122
System Message Indicator .......................... 73
TTachometer................................................. 81 Temperature
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 70
Low Temperature Indicator........................ 70
Outside Temperature Display ..................... 86
Temperature Sensor ................................... 86
Text Message .................................... 245, 259
Time (Setting) ........................................... 100
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 322
Indicator............................................ 72, 412
Tires ........................................................... 372
Air Pressure ............................. 373, 421, 423
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 372
Inspection ............................................... 372
Labeling .................................................. 373
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 393
Regulations ............................................. 375
Rotation .................................................. 379
Spare Tire ................................ 393, 421, 423
Summer .................................................. 380
Tire Chains .............................................. 380
Wear Indicators ....................................... 377
Winter..................................................... 380
Tools .......................................................... 392
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 297
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 297
Emergency .............................................. 417
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 322
Indicator............................................ 72, 412

440Index
Transmission.............................. 305, 307, 311
Continuously Variable
Transmission .................................. 305, 307
Fluid ........................................................ 357
Manual .................................................... 311
Shift Lever Position Indicator ...... 68, 306, 308
Trip Meter ................................................... 84
Troubleshooting ....................................... 391
Blown Fuse ...................................... 413, 414
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 22
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 23
Emergency Towing .................................. 417
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 400
Noise When Braking .................................. 23
Overheating............................................. 407
Premium Gasoline............................ 332, 422
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 393
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 406
Warning Indicators .................................... 66
Trunk ......................................................... 113
Lid ........................................................... 113
Light Bulb ........................................ 420, 422
Turn Signals ............................................... 127
Turn Signals and Hazard Warning Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 73UUnlocking the Doors ................................. 105
Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ........ 13
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 160, 162 USB Flash Drives
....................................... 219
USB/HDMI® Port................................ 160, 161
Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ..................................................... 107
VValet Key ................................................... 103
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 424
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 318
Off Button............................................... 319
Off Indicator.............................................. 71
System Indicator ........................................ 71
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 348, 421, 423
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 318WWallpaper........................................... 95, 187
Warning and Information Messages ......... 76
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 409
Warning Labels ........................................... 63
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 429
Watts ................................................. 420, 422
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 377
Wheel Cover ............................................. 397
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 396
Window Washers ..................................... 131
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 359 Switch .................................................... 131
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 119
Windshield ............................................... 131
Cleaning ................................................. 388
Defrosting/Defogging ..................... 154, 156
Washer Fluid ........................................... 359
Wiper Blades........................................... 370
Wipers and Washers ............................... 131
Winter Tires .............................................. 380
Snow Tires .............................................. 380
Tire Chains.............................................. 380
Wipers and Washers ................................ 131
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 370
WMA ......................... 171, 179, 194, 202, 207
Worn Tires ................................................ 372