2017 HONDA CIVIC start stop button

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uuBattery uCharging the Battery
Maintenance
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent da maging your vehicle’s electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Battery
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminal with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Please consult a dealer for more information.
The VSA ® and CMBS
TM * indicators may come on
when your turn the ignition switch to ON
( w*1 after
re-connecting a battery.
Drive a short distance at 12 mph (20 km/h). Each
indicator should go off. If ei ther or both do not, have
your vehicle checked by a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery surface, and apply the parking
brake.
2. Move the shift lever to
(P.
2. Move the shift lever to
(R.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0*1.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Changing a Flat Tire
Follow compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
NOTICE
Do not use the jack if it doesn’t work properly. Call
your dealer or a prof essional towing service.
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
All models
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
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 dr iver information interface.●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 553
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 158
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 all2Battery P. 531●If the interior lights come on normally2 Fuses P. 567
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. 402
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 150
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 109
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 570
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 571
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 555
Models with smart entry system
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uuEngine Does Not Start uIf the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears on the driver information interface, the ENGINE START/STOP button
flashes, and the engine won’t start. Start the engine as follows: 1.Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the H logo on the smart
entry remote while the ENGINE START/
STOP button is flashing. The buttons on
the smart entry remote should be facing
you.
u The button flashes for about 30 seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal (continuously
variable transmission) or clutch pedal
(manual transmission) and press the
ENGINE START/STOP button within 10
seconds after the beeper sounds and the
ENGINE START/STOP button changes
from flashing to on.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.
Models with smart entry system
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uuEngine Does Not StartuEmergency Engine Stop
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Engine Stop
The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to stop the engine due to an
emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, do either of the
following operations:
• Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for about two seconds.
• Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice.
The steering wheel will not lock. However, because turning off the engine disables
the power assist the engine provides to the steering and braking systems, it will
require significantly more physical effort an d time to steer and slow the vehicle. Use
both feet on the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle and stop immediately in a
safe place. With manual transmission models you can also downshift the
transmission to utilize engine braking.
The power mode is in ACCESSORY when the engine is stopped.
To change the mode to VEHICLE OFF, move the shift lever to
(P after the vehicle
comes to a complete stop.
Then press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without depressing the brake
pedal.
The power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
Models with smart entry system
1 Emergency Engine Stop
Do not press the button while driving unless it is
absolutely necessary for th e engine to be switched
off.
Continuously variable transmission models
Canadian continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
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uuJump Starting uJump Starting Procedure
Handling the Unexpected
Once your vehicle's engine has started, re move the jumper cables in the following
order.
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a n earby service station or a dealer.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts1 What to Do After the Engine Starts
The VSA ® and CMBS
TM * indicators may come on
when your turn the ignition switch to ON ( w*1 after
re-connecting a battery.
Drive a short distance at more than12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If either or both do not,
have your vehicle ch ecked by a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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567Continued
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Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working,
turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0*1 and
check to see if any appl icable fuse is blown.
Located near the battery. 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 ProtectedAmps
1
Passenger’s Power Seat*/
Rear Seat Heaters*(60 A)
Cooling Fan*2(30 A)
Cooling Fan*3(50 A)
−−
IG Main*4
−*530 A −
Headlight High Beam Main30 A
Battery125 A
2
EPS70 A
IG Main 30 A*4
50 A*5
Fuse Box Option*(40 A)
Fuse Box 60 A
Front Wiper Motor30 A
Headlight Low Beam Main 30 A
3
Rear Defroster40 A
Starter Motor*4
−*530 A −
Fuse Box40 A
ABS/VSA Motor40 A
ABS/VSA FSR40 A
Blower Motor40 A
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button
instead of an ignition switch.
*2:2.0L engine models
*3:1.5L engine models
*4:Models with smart entry system
*5:Models without smart entry system
*6:Continuously variable transmission models
4
−−
−−
−−
−−
5Cooling Fan5A
6Washer 15A
7FI Main15 A
8FI Sub 15A
9Stop Lights10 A
10 Injector*3(15 A)
11LAF5A
12 FI ECU 10 A
13Parking Lights10 A
14 Hazard 15 A
15IG Coil15 A
16 Transmission*6(15 A)
17Daytime Running Lights10 A
18 Back Up 10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFusesuInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
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 remo ve 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 Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover.
Combined
Fuse Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller
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