2017 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN overheating

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 33
For Safe Driving P. 34 Seat Belts P. 38 Airbags P. 46
2Instrument Panel P. 75
Indicators P. 76 Gauges and Displays P. 108
2Controls P. 133
Clock P. 134 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 136
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 162
Adjusting the Seats P. 179
Climate Control System
* P. 202
2 Features P. 211
Audio System P. 212 Audio System Basic Operation P. 219, 237
Customized Features P. 328 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®* P. 361, 384
2Driving P. 417
Before Driving P. 418 Towing a Trailer P. 423
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 499 Refueling P. 501
2Maintenance P. 507
Before Performing Maintenance P. 508 Maintenance MinderTM P. 511
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 545
Heating System
*/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 562
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 571
Tools P. 572 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 573
Overheating P. 599 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 601
When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 613 Refueling P. 614
2Information P. 615
Specifications P. 616 Identification Numbers P. 620
Emissions Testing P. 623 Warranty Coverages P. 625
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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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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages*
Continued
Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high.
2Overheating P. 599
●Appears when you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1 without fastening the driver’s seat belt.
●Fasten the seat belt properly before you start to drive.
●Appears if the automatic brake hold is automatically
canceled while it is in operation.●Immediately depress the brake pedal.
●Appears when the automatic brake hold system is
turned off.
2Automatic Brake Hold P. 485
Continuously
variable transmission
models
Manual transmission
models
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uuGauges and Displays uGauges
Instrument Panel
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.
Blinks when the tachometer reading
approaches the red zone.
■Fuel Gauge
■Temperature Gauge
■Shift Up Backlight*
1Fuel Gauge
NOTICE
You should refuel when the reading approaches .
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
damaging the cata lytic converter.
The actual amount of remain ing fuel may differ from
the fuel gauge reading.E
1 Temperature Gauge
NOTICE
Driving with the temperat ure gauge pointer in the
upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull
safely to the side of th e road and allow engine
temperature to return to normal. 2 Overheating P. 599
1Shift Up Backlight*
You can use the customized features to turn the shift
up backlight blink feature on and off.
2 Customized Features P. 328
Shift Up Backlight
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
■Inflation guidelines
Properly inflated tires provide the best combination of handling, tread life, and
comfort. Refer to the driver’s doorjamb labe l or specification’s page for the specified
pressure.
Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and
are more likely to fail from overheating.
Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone to road hazards,
and wear unevenly.
Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the pressure in
all tires, including the spare
*. Even tires in good condition can lose 1-2 psi (10-20
kPa, 0.1-0.2 kgf/cm2) per month.
■Inspection guidelines
Every time you check inflation, also exam ine the tires and valve stems. Look for:
• Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tread. Replace the tire if you find any cuts,
splits, or cracks in the si de of the tire. Replace it if you see fabric or cord.
• Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.
• Uneven tread wear. Have a deal er check the wheel alignment.
• Excessive tread wear.
2 Wear Indicators P. 553
•Cracks or other damage around valve stem.
1Checking Tires
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This
means the vehicle has been parked for at least three
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If
necessary, add or releas e air until the specified
pressure is reached.
If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as much as
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.4 kgf/cm
2) higher than if
checked when cold.
Whenever tire pressure is adjusted, you must
calibrate the TPMS. 2 TPMS Calibration P. 477
Have a dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent
vibration while driving. Ne w tires and any that have
been removed and reinst alled should be properly
balanced.
Check the spare tire pressu re once a month or before
long trips.
3WARNING
Using tires that are excessively worn or
improperly inflated can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding ti re inflation and
maintenance.
U.S. models
Models with a spare tire
* Not available on all models
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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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599Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge pointer is at th e mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
pointer at the mark may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge pointer comes down.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level an d check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, or no coolant in the tank, check that
the radiator is cool . Cover the reserve
tank cap with a heavy cloth and open the
cap. Add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark, and put the cap back on.
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge pointer has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the reserve tank cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the reserve tank
cap.
MAX
Reserve TankMIN
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