2017 HONDA CIVIC COUPE warning

uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
544
Handling the Unexpected
1. Remove the center cap.
2. Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire
well.
3. Remove the spacer cone from the wing
bolt, flip it over, and insert it back on the
bolt. Secure the flat tire with the wing bolt.
4. Securely put the jack and wheel nut wrench
back in the tool case. Store the case in the
trunk.
■Storing the Flat Tire1Storing the Flat Tire
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.
Spacer Cone
Wing Bolt
For
compact
spare tireFor full-
size tire
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549Continued
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Jump Starting
Jump Starting Procedure
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15-
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Booster Battery
1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
Booster Battery
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553Continued
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Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge pointer is at th e mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
pointer at the mark may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
H
H
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
554
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge pointer comes down.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level an d check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, or no coolant in the tank, check that
the radiator is cool . Cover the reserve
tank cap with a heavy cloth and open the
cap. Add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark, and put the cap back on.
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge pointer has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the reserve tank cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the reserve tank
cap.
MAX
Reserve TankMIN
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555
Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minute.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 493
3.Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately co ntact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
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568
Handling the Unexpected
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
If you have run out of fuel and need to refuel your vehicle from a portable fuel
container, use the funnel provided with your vehicle.1.Turn off the engine.
2. Press on the edge of the fuel fill door to
make it pop up slightly.
u The fuel fill door opens.
3. Take the funnel out of the tool case in the
trunk.
2 Types of Tools P. 538
4.Place the end of the funnel on the lower
part of filler opening, then insert it slowly
and fully.
u Make sure that the end of the funnel
goes down along with the filler pipe.
5. Fill the tank with fuel from the portable fuel
container.
u Pour fuel carefully so you do not spill any.
6. Remove the funnel from the filler neck.
u Wipe up any fuel from the funnel before
storing it.
7. Shut the fuel fill door by hand.
1Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
NOTICE
Do not insert the nozzle of a portable fuel container
or any funnel other than the one provided with your
vehicle. Doing so can damage the fuel system.
Do not try to pry open or push open the sealed fuel
tank with foreign objects. This can damage the fuel
system and its seal.
Make sure the fuel in the portable fuel container is
gasoline before you refuel.
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,
and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Funnel
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586
Index
F
Features..................................................... 193
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 529
Oil ........................................................... 496
Flat Tire ..................................................... 539
Floor Mats ................................................. 531
Fluids
Brake/Clutch ............................................ 502
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) ..................................................... 501
Engine Coolant ........................................ 499
Manual Transmission ............................... 501
Windshield Washer .................................. 503
FM/AM Radio .................................... 208, 248
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 85
Folding Down the Rear Seats ................... 172
Foot Brake ................................................. 453
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 49
Front Head Restraints ............................... 168
Front Seats ................................................ 165
Adjusting ................................................. 166
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 414
Fuel ...................................................... 25, 470
Economy ................................................. 473
Gauge ..................................................... 110
Instant Fuel Economy ....................... 112, 117
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 81
Range .............................................. 112, 116
Recommendation .................................... 470
Refueling ......................................... 470, 568 Fuel Economy
........................................... 473
Fuel Fill Door .............................. 25, 471, 566
Fuses .......................................................... 561
Inspecting and Changing......................... 564
Locations......................................... 561, 562
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 473
Gauge ..................................................... 110
Information ............................................. 470
Instant Fuel Economy ...................... 112, 117
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 81
Refueling......................................... 470, 568
Gauges ...................................................... 109
Gear Shift Lever Positions Continuously Variable
Transmission.................................. 401, 403
Manual Transmission ............................... 408
Glass (care) ........................................ 530, 533
Glove Box .................................................. 176
H
Halogen Bulbs .................................. 504, 507
Handling the Unexpected ....................... 537
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)...................... 329, 352
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and
Call History ................................... 341, 365
Displaying Messages ............................... 379
HFL Buttons .................................... 329, 352
HFL Menus...................................... 331, 355
HFL Status Display ........................... 330, 354
In Case of Emergency ............................. 383
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 330, 354
Making a Call ................................. 346, 373
Options During a Call...................... 351, 376
Phone Setup ................................... 335, 360
Phonebook Phonetic M odification........... 369
Receiving a Call............................... 350, 376
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message ............. 377
Ring Tone ....................................... 339, 364
Selecting a Mail Account......................... 378
Speed Dial ...................................... 342, 366
To Set Up Text/E-mail Message
Options ................................................. 363
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HD Radio
TM............................................... 249
Headlights ................................................ 154
Aiming.................................................... 504
Automatic Operation .............................. 155
Dimming......................................... 154, 157
Operating ............................................... 154
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 184
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Index
P
Paddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual Shift Mode) ..................................................... 405
Pandora ®.................................................. 267
Panic Mode ............................................... 144
Parking ..................................................... 467
Parking Brake ........................................... 451
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator
(Amber) ............................................. 77, 558
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .......................................... 76, 557, 558
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 58
Passing Indicators ..................................... 154
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ............... 216, 272
Power Windows ....................................... 145
Precautions While Driving ....................... 399
Rain ........................................................ 399
Pregnant Women ....................................... 44
Puncture (Tire) ......................................... 539
R
Radio (FM/AM)................................. 208, 248
Radio (SiriusXM ®)..................................... 252
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 209, 250
Range ................................................ 112, 116
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 209, 250
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 577
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 161
Rear Seat Access ....................................... 171 Rear Seats (Folding Down)
....................... 172
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 163
Refueling ................................................... 470
Fuel Gauge .............................................. 110
Gasoline .......................... 470, 568, 570, 572
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 81
Regulations ............................... 449, 519, 575
Remote Transmitter ................................. 129
Replacement Battery .................................................... 527
Bulbs ....................................................... 504
Fuses ............................................... 561, 562
Tires ........................................................ 522
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................. 513
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 576
Resetting a Trip Meter ..................... 111, 115
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .......... 430
On and Off .............................................. 431
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 33
Safety Check ............................................... 37
Safety Labels ............................................... 73
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts ..................................................... 38
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 41
Checking ................................................... 45
Fastening ................................................... 42
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt.......................................................... 67 Pregnant Women ...................................... 44
Reminder .................................................. 40
Warning Indicator ............................... 40, 80
Seat Heaters .............................................. 184
Seats .......................................................... 165
Adjusting ................................................ 165
Front Seats .............................................. 165
Rear Seat Access ..................................... 171
Rear Seats ............................................... 172
Seat Heaters ............................................ 184
Security System ......................................... 142
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 86
Select Lever ................................. 23, 401, 407
Operation.................................. 23, 402, 407
Releasing................................................. 552
Won’t Move ............................................ 552
Select/Reset Knob ............................. 111, 115
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 64
Selector Knob (Audio) .............................. 201
Setting the Clock ...................................... 120
Shift Lever ........................... 23, 401, 403, 407
Shift Lever Position Indicator .... 79, 402, 404
Shifting (Transmission) ............. 401, 403, 407
Side Airbags ................................................ 53
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 55
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 281
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 252
Smart Entry with Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 125
Snow Tires ................................................. 524
Song By Voice
TM (SBV) .............................. 263
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