2017 HONDA CIVIC charging

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 544
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 545
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 552
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 553
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 554
Jump Starting .................................... 555
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 558
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 559 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 561
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 561
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 562
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 563
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes
On ................................................. 564 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 565
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 566
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 567
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 570
Emergency Towing ........................... 571
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 572
When You Cannot Open the Trunk.....573
Refueling ........................................... 574
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Handling the Unexpected
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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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. 499
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 heating system*/climate control system*, rear defogger, and
other electrical systems, and immedi ately contact 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.
* Not available on all models
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Index
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 143
Customize ............................... 124, 144, 337
Automatic Brake Hold .............................. 460
Indicator ............................................ 78, 460
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ............................................ 78, 460
Automatic Lighting .................................. 163
Average Fuel Economy ..................... 111, 115
Average Speed .......................................... 115
B
Battery....................................................... 531
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 561
Jump Starting .......................................... 555
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 531
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 533
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ...................................... 185
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 226, 282
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 339, 362
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 71
Brake System ............................................. 457
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 463
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 460
Brake Assist System ................................. 464
Fluid ........................................................ 508
Foot Brake ............................................... 459
Indicator (Red) ........................... 76, 563, 564
Parking Brake .......................................... 457
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 168Bulb Replacement
.................................... 510
Brake Light, Tail/Rear Side Marker Light, Rear
Turn Signal Lights and Back-Up Lights ... 517
Fog Lights ............................................... 512
Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 515
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 514
Headlights ............................................... 510
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 518
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 516
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 518
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 516
Taillights.................................................. 518
Bulb Specifications ........................... 576, 578
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 72
Carrying Cargo ................................. 397, 399
Certification Label .................................... 580
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 510
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 561
Child Safety ................................................. 60
Childproof Door Locks............................. 142
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 149
Child Seat .................................................... 60
Booster Seats ............................................ 71
Child Seat for Infants................................. 62
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 63
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 67 Larger Children ......................................... 70
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 62
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 64
Using a Tether .......................................... 68
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 142
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 538
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 536
Climate Control System ........................... 196
Changing the Mode................................ 196
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 199
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 535
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 198
Sensors ................................................... 202
Synchronized Mode ................................ 201
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 196
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 465
Coat Hooks ............................................... 190
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 465
Compact Spare Tire .................. 545, 577, 579
Console Compartment ............................. 184
Continuously Variable Transmission Creeping................................................. 410
Fluid ....................................................... 507
Kickdown ............................................... 410
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 24, 412
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 558
Shifting ................................................... 411
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Index
Heating and Cooling SystemDust and Pollen Filter .............................. 535
Heating System ........................................ 193
Changing the Mode................................ 193
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 194
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 194
Sensors ................................................... 195
Using Automatic Heating ........................ 193
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) ...................... 339, 362
High Beam Indicator .................................. 84
Hill Start Assist System ..................... 403, 408
HondaLink ®.............................................. 284
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 580
Vehicle Identification............................... 580
Ignition Switch ......................................... 157
Illumination Control ................................ 168
Knob ...................................................... 168
Immobilizer System .................................. 150
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 85
Indicators .................................................... 76
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF) ..................................... 89, 422
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 81
Automatic Brake Hold ....................... 78, 460
Automatic Brake Hold System ........... 78, 460
Brake Depressing ...................................... 87
Charging System............................... 79, 561 Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 91, 92
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 86, 418
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 86, 417
Door and Trunk Open .......................... 37, 82
ECON Mode ...................................... 86, 416
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System............................................. 82, 565
Fog Light ................................................... 84
High Beam ................................................ 84
Immobilizer System .................................... 85
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 90, 442
Lights On ................................................... 84
Low Fuel .................................................... 80
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 78, 561
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..... 83, 452, 455, 566
Maintenance Minder ......................... 86, 485
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 79, 562
Parking Brake and Brake System (Amber) ........................................... 77, 564
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red)........................................ 76, 563, 564
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 88
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 40, 80
Security System Alarm ............................... 85
Shift Lever Position .................................... 79
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 57, 81
System Message ........................................ 84
Transmission .............................................. 80
Turn Signal ................................................ 84 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®
)
System ............................................ 81, 447
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 82, 448
Washer Level ............................................. 86
Information .............................................. 575
Information Display ................................. 110
Instant Fuel Economy ....................... 111, 116
Instrument Panel ........................................ 75
Brightness Control................................... 168
Interior Lights ........................................... 181
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 171
iPod ................................................... 220, 270
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 548
Jump Starting ........................................... 555
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 131
Keys ........................................................... 130
Keys ........................................................ 130
Number Tag ............................................ 131
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 142
Remote Transmitter ................................. 137
Types and Functions ................................ 130
Won’t Turn ............................................... 29
Kickdown (Continuously Variable
Transmission) .......................................... 410
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