2018 HONDA CIVIC COUPE emergency towing

Contents
Child Safety P. 60Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 73Safety Labels P. 74
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 145 Security System P. 148 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 151
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 155 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 169
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 180 Climate Control System P. 191
Audio Error Messages P. 295General Information on the Audio System P. 298
When Driving P. 412 Braking P. 474Parking Your Vehicle P. 490
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 496 Turbo Engine Vehicle* P. 497
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 512 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 527
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 539 Battery P. 549 Remote Transmitter Care P. 551
Cleaning P. 554 Accessories and Modifications P. 559
Engine Does Not Start P. 582 Jump Starting P. 585 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 588
Fuses P. 597 Emergency Towing P. 601 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 602
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 611 Reporting Safety Defects P. 612
Authorized Manuals P. 617 Customer Service Information P. 618
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 75
ControlsP. 125
FeaturesP. 199
DrivingP. 405
MaintenanceP. 499
Handling the UnexpectedP. 561
InformationP. 605
IndexP. 619
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 561)
Flat Tire (P 563, 570)
● 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 591)
● Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won’t Start
(P 582)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 597)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 589)
● 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 601)
●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. 601
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 562
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 563
Temporarily Repair ing a Flat Tire*..... 570
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 582
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 583
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 584
Jump Starting .................................... 585
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 588
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 589 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 591
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 591
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 592
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 593
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes
On ................................................. 594 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 595
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 596
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 597
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 600
Emergency Towing ........................... 601
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 602
When You Cannot Open the Trunk.....603
Refueling ........................................... 604
* 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. 601
•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. 579
Then drive carefully for 10 more minute s 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 properly 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.
If a message To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button appears on the driver information
interface*, or you hear beepin g when you push the ENGINE START/STOP button.2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 583
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 156
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. 549●If the interior lights come on normally2 Fuses P. 597
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 resp ond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2
Starting the Engine P. 412, 415
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 148
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 110
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 600
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 601
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it. 2 Jump Starting P. 585
Models with smart entry system
* Not available on all models
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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. 474
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Index
Outside Temperature Display ........... 113, 119
Temperature Sensor ......................... 113, 119
Temporary Repair Kit (TRK) ..................... 570
Time (Setting) ........................................... 126
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ...................................................... 469
Indicator ............................................ 84, 596
Tires ........................................................... 539
Air Pressure ............................. 540, 607, 609
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 539
Inspection ................................................ 539
Labeling................................................... 540
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 563
Regulations.............................................. 542
Rotation .................................................. 546
Spare Tire ................................ 563, 607, 609
Summer................................................... 548
Temporary Repair Kit (TRK) ...................... 570
Tire Chains .............................................. 547
Wear Indicators ....................................... 544
Winter ..................................................... 547
Tools .......................................................... 562
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 411
Emergency............................................... 601
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 469
Indicator ............................................ 84, 596
Transmission .............................. 422, 424, 428
Continuously Variable Transmission .................................. 422, 424
Fluid ........................................................ 524 Manual ................................................... 428
Shift Lever Position Indicator...... 79, 423, 425
TRIP Knob ......................................... 111, 117
Trip Meter ......................................... 111, 117
TRK (Temporary Repair Kit) ..................... 570
Troubleshooting ....................................... 561
Blown Fuse...................................... 597, 598
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 30
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 30
Emergency Towing .................................. 601
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 582
Noise When Braking .................................. 30
Overheating ............................................ 589
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 563
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 588
Warning Indicators .................................... 76
Trunk ......................................................... 145
Lid........................................................... 145
Light Bulb........................................ 606, 608
Release Lever........................................... 603
Unable to Open....................................... 603
Turbo Engine Vehicle ............................... 497
Turbo Meter ............................................. 119
Turn Signals .............................................. 160
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 85
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 131
Unlocking the Doo rs from the Inside...... 138
USB Adapter Cable ................................... 200 USB Flash Drives
....................... 219, 275, 299
USB Port(s) ................................................ 201
Using the Smart Entr y with Push Button
Start System ............................................ 131
V
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 610
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) ................. 463
Off Button .............................................. 464
Off Indicator ............................................. 82
System Indicator ....................................... 82
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 515, 607, 609
Voice Control Operation ......................... 250
Audio Commands ................................... 252
Climate Control Commands.................... 253
General Commands ................................ 253
Music Search Commands ........................ 253
On Screen Commands ............................ 253
Phone Commands .................................. 252
Useful Commands .................................. 252
Voice Portal Screen ................................. 251
Voice Recognition ................................... 250
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) ................. 463
W
Wallpaper......................................... 210, 235
Warning and Information Messages .. 95, 97
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 591
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