2017 HONDA CIVIC jump start

Contents
Child Safety P. 60Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 72Safety Labels P. 73
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 147 Security System P. 150 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 153
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 157 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 171
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 181 Heating System
* P. 193
Audio Error Messages P. 299General Information on the Audio System P. 302
When Driving P. 402 Braking P. 457Parking Your Vehicle P. 473
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 479 Turbo Engine Vehicle* P. 480
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 495 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 510
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 522 Battery P. 531 Remote Transmitter Care P. 533
Cleaning P. 536 Accessories and Modifications P. 541
Engine Does Not Start P. 552 Jump Starting P. 555 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 558
Fuses P. 567 Emergency Towing P. 571 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 572
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 581 Reporting Safety Defects P. 582
Authorized Manuals P. 587 Customer Service Information P. 588
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 75
ControlsP. 127
FeaturesP. 203
DrivingP. 395
MaintenanceP. 481
Handling the UnexpectedP. 543
InformationP. 575
IndexP. 589
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 543)
Flat Tire (P 545)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P 561)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won’t Start
(P 552)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 567)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 559)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 571)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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457Continued
Driving
Braking
Brake System
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When the
parking brake is applied, you can manu ally or automatically release it.
■To apply
The electric parking brake can be applied any
time the vehicle has battery, no matter which
position the ignition switch
*1 is in.
Pull the electric parking brake switch up gently
and securely. u The parking brake indicator comes on.
■To release
The vehicle must be ON
(w*1 in order to
release the electric parking brake.
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the electric parking brake switch.
u The parking brake indicator goes off.
Manually releasing the parking brake using
the switch helps your vehicle start slowly and
smoothly when facing down hill on steep hills.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Parking Brake1 Parking Brake
You may hear the electric parking brake system
operating from the rear wh eel area when you apply
or release the parking brake. This is normal.
The brake pedal may slightly move due to the electric
parking brake system opera tion when you apply or
release the parking br ake. This is normal.
You cannot apply or release the parking brake if the
battery goes dead.
2 Jump Starting P. 555
If you pull up and hold the electric parking brake
switch while driving, the brakes on all four wheels
are applied by the VSA system until the vehicle
come to a stop. The electric parking brake then
applies, and the switch should be released.
In the following situations, the parking brake
automatically operates.
•When the vehicle stops with the automatic brake
hold system activated for more than 10 minutes.
•When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while your
vehicle is stopped and the brake hold system is applied.
•When the engine is turned off while the brake hold
system is applied.
•When there is a problem with the brake hold
system while brake hold is applied.
•When the vehicle is stops more than 10 minutes
while ACC with LSF is activated.
•When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while your
vehicle is stopped automatically by ACC with LSF.
•When the engine is turned off while ACC with LSF
is activated.
•When there is a problem with the electric parking brake
switch, after you turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0*1.
Models with ACC with LSF
Manual transmission models
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
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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
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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555Continued
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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uuJump Starting uJump Starting Procedure
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Handling the Unexpected
4. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the engine mounting bolt
as shown. Do not conn ect this jumper cable
to any other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.1Jump Starting
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine 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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