2017 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN emergency towing

Contents
Child Safety P. 60Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 72Safety Labels P. 73
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 153 Security System P. 156 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 159
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 163 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 177
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 187 Heating System
* P. 199
Audio Error Messages P. 307General Information on the Audio System P. 310
When Driving P. 424 Braking P. 482Parking Your Vehicle P. 498
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 504 Turbo Engine Vehicle* P. 505
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 521 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 536
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 548 Battery P. 558 Remote Transmitter Care P. 560
Cleaning P. 563 Accessories and Modifications P. 568
Engine Does Not Start P. 592 Jump Starting P. 595 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 598
Fuses P. 607 Emergency Towing P. 611 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 612
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 621 Reporting Safety Defects P. 622
Authorized Manuals P. 627 Customer Service Information P. 628
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 75
ControlsP. 133
FeaturesP. 211
DrivingP. 417
MaintenanceP. 507
Handling the UnexpectedP. 571
InformationP. 615
IndexP. 629
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 571)
Flat Tire (P 573, 580)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire
* in
the trunk, or repair the flat tire using the
tire repair kit
*.
Indicators Come On
(P 601)
● Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won’t Start
(P 592)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 607)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 599)
● 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 611)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 611
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 572
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 573
Temporarily Repair ing a Flat Tire*..... 580
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 592
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 593
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 594
Jump Starting .................................... 595
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 598
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 599 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 601
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 601
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 602
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 603
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes
On ................................................. 604 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 605
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 606
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 607
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 610
Emergency Towing ........................... 611
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 612
When You Cannot Open the Trunk.....613
Refueling ........................................... 614
* Not available on all models
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
Handling the Unexpected
6. If the air pressure is
• Less than 25 psi (175 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The leak is too severe. Call for help and have
your vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 611
•Front: 33 psi (225 kPa)/rear: 32 psi (220kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or until you reach the nearest service
station, whichever is sooner. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
u Stop and check the air pressure again. If the air pressure does not go down
after the 10 minute drive, you do not n eed to check the pressure any more.
Drive to the nearest service station to fix or replace the tire.
• Greater than 25 psi (175 kPa), but less than specified pressure:
Turn the air compressor on to inflate th e tire until the tire pressure reaches
specified pressure.
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 589
Then drive carefully for 10 more minutes or until you reach the nearest service
station, whichever is sooner. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
u You should repeat this procedure as long as the air pressure is within this
range.
7.Unplug the kit from the accessory power
socket.
8. Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
9. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
10. Repackage and proper ly stow the kit.
Pressure Relief Button
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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. 593
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 164
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. 558●If the interior lights come on normally2 Fuses P. 607
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. 424, 427
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 156
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. 610
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 611
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 595
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. 482
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Index
Stopping.................................................... 498
Stopwatch ................................................. 122
Summer Tires ............................................ 557
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 49
Switches (Around the Steering
Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 163
System Message Indicator .......................... 85
T
Tachometer............................................... 108
Temperature Gauge ..................................................... 109
Outside Temperature Display ........... 112, 118
Temperature Sensor ......................... 112, 118
Temporary Repair Kit (TRK) ..................... 580
Time (Setting) ........................................... 134
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ...................................................... 477
Indicator ............................................ 84, 606
Tires ........................................................... 548
Air Pressure ............................. 549, 617, 619
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 548
Inspection ................................................ 548
Labeling................................................... 549
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 573
Regulations.............................................. 551
Rotation .................................................. 555
Spare Tire ................................ 573, 617, 619
Summer................................................... 557
Temporary Repair Kit (TRK) ...................... 580 Tire Chains .............................................. 556
Wear Indicators ....................................... 553
Winter..................................................... 556
Tools .......................................................... 572
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 423
Emergency .............................................. 611
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 477
Indicator............................................ 84, 606
Transmission ..................................... 434, 436
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 434
Fluid ........................................................ 533
Manual ................................................... 436
Shift Lever Position Indicator.............. 79, 435
TRIP Knob ......................................... 110, 116
Trip Meter ......................................... 110, 116
TRK (Temporary Repair Kit) ..................... 580
Troubleshooting ....................................... 571
Blown Fuse...................................... 607, 608
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 29
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 30
Emergency Towing .................................. 611
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 592
Noise When Braking ............................ 30, 31
Overheating ............................................ 599
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 573
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 30, 148
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 598
Warning Indicators .................................... 76
Trunk ......................................................... 153
Lid........................................................... 153 Light Bulb ....................................... 616, 618
Release Lever .......................................... 613
Unable to Open ...................................... 613
Turbo Engine Vehicle .............................. 505
Turbo Meter ............................................. 118
Turn Signals .............................................. 168
Indicators (Instru ment Panel) ..................... 85
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 139
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ....................................................... 146
USB Adapter Cable .................................. 212
USB Flash Drives ....................... 231, 287, 311
USB Port(s) ................................................ 213
Using the Smart Entr y with Push Button
Start System ............................................ 139
V
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 620
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) ................. 471
Off Button .............................................. 472
Off Indicator ............................................. 82
System Indicator ....................................... 82
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 524, 617, 619
Voice Control Operation ......................... 262
Audio Commands ................................... 264
Climate Control Commands.................... 265
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