2017 HONDA CIVIC towing

543
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
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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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call 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 pivoti ng 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 Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle's weight.
NOTICE
Improper 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.
Make sure the parking brake is released. If you
cannot release the parking brake, your vehicle must
be transported by the flat bed equipment.
2 Parking Brake P. 457
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Index
Song By VoiceTM (SBV).............................. 273
Spare Tire .................................. 545, 577, 579
Spark Plugs ........................................ 576, 578
Specifications ............................................ 576
Specified Fuel ............................ 476, 576, 578
Speedometer ............................................. 108
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 49
Starting the Engine .......................... 402, 404
Does Not Start ......................................... 552
Engine Switch Buzzer............................... 157
Jump Starting .......................................... 555
Steering Wheel Adjusting ................................................. 170
Stopping .................................................... 473
Summer Tires ............................................ 530
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 49
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 157
System Message Indicator .......................... 84
T
Tachometer............................................... 108
Temperature
Outside Temperature Display ........... 112, 116
Temperature Sensor ......................... 112, 116
Time (Setting) ........................................... 128
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...................................................... 452
Indicator ............................................ 83, 566 Tires
........................................................... 522
Air Pressure ............................. 523, 577, 579
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 522
Inspection ............................................... 522
Labeling .................................................. 523
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 545
Regulations ............................................. 525
Rotation .................................................. 529
Spare Tire ................................ 545, 577, 579
Summer .................................................. 530
Tire Chains .............................................. 530
Wear Indicators ....................................... 527
Winter..................................................... 530
Tools .......................................................... 544
Towing Your Vehicle Emergency .............................................. 571
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 452
Indicator............................................ 83, 566
Transmission ..................................... 411, 413
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 411
Fluid ........................................................ 507
Manual ................................................... 413
Shift Lever Position Indicator.............. 79, 412
Trip Meter ......................................... 110, 114
Troubleshooting ....................................... 543
Blown Fuse...................................... 567, 568
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 29
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 30
Emergency Towing .................................. 571 Engine Won’t Start ................................. 552
Noise When Braking ................................. 30
Overheating ............................................ 559
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 545
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 30, 142
Select Lever Won’t Move ........................ 558
Warning Indicators.................................... 76
Trunk ........................................................ 147
Lid .......................................................... 147
Light Bulb ....................................... 576, 578
Release Lever .......................................... 573
Unable to Open ...................................... 573
Turbo Engine Vehicle .............................. 480
Turn Signals .............................................. 162
Indicators (Instru ment Panel) ..................... 84
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 133
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ................................................ 140
USB Adapter Cable .................................. 204
USB Flash Drives ....................... 223, 279, 303
USB Port(s) ................................................ 205
Using the Smart Entry wi th Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 133
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