2015 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID trailer

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manu al (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 27
For Safe Driving P. 28 Seat Belts P. 32 Airbags P. 39
2Instrument Panel P. 67
Indicators P. 68Gauges and intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) P. 84
2Controls P. 101
Clock P. 102 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 103
Operating the Switches Ar ound the Steering Wheel P. 121
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 139
2 Features P. 147
Audio System P. 148 Audio System Basic Operation P. 154
Customized Features P. 192 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 205
2 Driving P. 231
Before Driving P. 232 Towing a Trailer P. 237
Rearview Camera P. 272 Refueling P. 273 Fuel Economy P. 276
2Maintenance P. 279
Before Performing Maintenance P. 280 Maintenance MinderTM P. 283
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 306
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 319
2Handling the Unexpected P. 325
Tools P. 326 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 327
Overheating P. 347 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 349
2Information P. 357
Specifications P. 358 Identification Numbers P. 360
Emissions Testing P. 363 Warranty Coverages P. 365
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving
Driving Preparation .......................... 232
Maximum Load Limit........................ 235
Towing a Trailer Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 237
When Driving Starting the Engine .......................... 238
Precautions While Driving................. 241
Continuously Variable Transmission.. 242
Shifting ............................................ 243
ECON Button ................................... 245
Auto Idle Stop .................................. 246 Cruise Control ................................. 249
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)*.. 252
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*..... 256
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ............. 259
LaneWatchTM.............................................. 261
Tire Pressure Monitori ng System (TPMS) ... 263
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 265
Braking Brake System ................................... 267
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 269 Brake Assist System ......................... 270
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 271
Rearview Camera ............................. 272
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 273
How to Refuel ................................. 274
Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy .................. 276
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 277
Modifications................................... 277
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
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Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your ve hicle is 850 lbs (385 kg).
See Tire and Loading Information label attached to the driver’s doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The comb ined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the am ount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs.
(1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accesso ries, and all cargo.
2 Specifications P. 358
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 358
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.Label Example
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Driving
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a tra iler, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW R) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Load Limits Example
Example1
Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo Weight
550 lbs
(249 kg)
Example2 Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo Weight
100 lbs
(45 kg)
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 356
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uuWhen Driving uTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Instead of directly measuring the pressure in each tire, the TPMS on this vehicle
monitors and compares the rolling radius and rotational characteristics of each
wheel and tire while you are driving to determine if one or more tires are
significantly under-inflated. This will caus e the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator to
come on and a message to appear on the i-MID.
You must start TPMS calibration every time you:
• Adjust the pressure in one or more tires.
• Rotate the tires.
• Replace one or more tires.
Before calibrating the TPMS:
• Set the cold tire pressure in all four tires.
2 Checking Tires P. 308
Make sure:
•The vehicle is at a complete stop.
• The shift lever is in
(P.
• The power mode is in ON.
■TPMS Calibration
U.S. models
1Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
The system does not monitor the tires when driving
at low speed.
Conditions such as low ambient temperature and
altitude change directly a ffect tire pressure and can
trigger the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator to come on.
Tire pressure checked and inflated in:
•Warm weather can beco me under-inflated in
colder weather.
•Cold weather can become over-inflated in warmer
weather.
The low tire pressure indica tor will not come on as a
result of over inflation.
The TPMS may not function pr operly if tire type and
size are mixed. Make sure to use the same size and
type of tire. 2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 308
The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator may come on
with a delay or may not come on at all when:
•You rapidly accelerate, decelerate, or turn the
steering wheel.
•You drive on snowy or slippery roads.•Snow chains are used.
The low tire pressure/TPMS indicator may come on
under the following conditions:
•A compact spare tire* is used.•There is a heavier and une ven load on the tires,
such as when towing a trailer, than the condition at
calibration.
•Snow chains are used.
* Not available on all models
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Index
Fastening .................................................. 35
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 59
Pregnant Women...................................... 37
Reminder .................................................. 33
Warning Indicator ............................... 33, 70
Seat Heaters ............................................. 143
Security System
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 75
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 76
Select Lever ........................................ 20, 243
Operation ......................................... 20, 244
Releasing ................................................ 346
Won’t Move ........................................... 346
Select/Reset Knob ...................................... 86
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Shift Lever .......................................... 20, 243
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............ 69, 244
Shifting ..................................................... 243
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 36
Side Airbags ............................................... 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 48
Smart Entry System .................................. 107
Indicator ................................................... 79
Smart Entry with Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 107
Indicator ................................................... 79
SMS Text Message .................................... 224
Snow Tires ................................................ 316
SOURCE Button .......................................... 93
Spare Tire ......................................... 335, 359 Spark Plugs
................................................ 358
Specifications ............................................ 358
Specified Fuel .................................... 273, 358
Speedometer .............................................. 84
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 39
Starting the Engine .................................. 238
Does Not Start ......................................... 341
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 123
Jump Starting .......................................... 344
Steering Wheel ......................................... 131
Adjusting ................................................. 131
Stopping .................................................... 271
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 42
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ... 4, 5
System Message Indicator .......................... 74
T
Tachometer................................................. 84
Temperature High Temperature Indicator ....................... 76
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 76
Outside Temperature Display ..................... 89
Temperature Sensor ................................... 89
Text Message ............................................ 224
Time (Setting) ........................................... 102
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 263
Indicator ............................................ 73, 352
Tire Repair Kit ........................................... 327 Tires
........................................................... 308
Air Pressure ..................................... 309, 359
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 308
Compact Spare Tire ......................... 335, 359
Inspection ............................................... 308
Labeling .................................................. 309
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 335
Regulations ............................................. 311
Rotation .................................................. 315
Spare Tire ................................................ 335
Tire Chains .............................................. 316
Tire Repair Kit.......................................... 327
Wear Indicators ....................................... 313
Winter..................................................... 316
Tools .......................................................... 326
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 237
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 237
Emergency .............................................. 356
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 263
Indicator............................................ 73, 352
Transmission ............................................. 243
Automatic ............................................... 243
Fluid ........................................................ 297
Shift Lever Position Indicator.............. 69, 244
Trip Meter ................................................... 88
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