2018 HONDA CIVIC COUPE jump start

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
Braking
Brake System
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When the
parking brake is applied, you can manually 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 parkin g brake switch up gently
and securely. u The parking brake and brake system
indicator comes on.
■To release
The ignition switch 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 and brake system
indicator goes off.
Manually releasing the parking brake using
the switch helps your ve hicle 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
motor operating from the re ar wheel area when you
apply or release the park ing brake, or turn the
ignition switch to LOCK
( 0*1. 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. 585
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
comes 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 your vehicle is stopped 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 your vehicle is stopped for more than 10
minutes while ACC with LSF is activated.Models with ACC with LSF
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
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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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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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585Continued
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 assi sting 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 jump er cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jump er cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a n earby service station or a dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts1What to Do After the Engine Starts
The indicators for the Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
system, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) OFF, Low Tire
Pressure/TPMS
* and Collision Mi tigation Braking
SystemTM (CMBSTM)* may come on after re-
connecting the battery. Drive a short distance at
more than 12 mph (20 km/h ). The indicators should
go off. If they do not, have your vehicle checked by a
dealer.
* Not available on all models
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