2018 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN transmission

uuBraking uBrake System
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Driving
The parking brake automatically releases as you depress the accelerator pedal when:
• You are wearing the driver’s seat belt.
• The engine is running.
• The transmission is not in
(P or (N.
• The transmission is not in
(N.
Your vehicle is equipped with disc brakes at all four wheels. A vacuum power assist
helps to reduce the effort needed on the brake pedal. The brake assist system
increases the stopping force when you depress the brake pedal hard in an
emergency situation. The an ti-lock brake system (ABS) helps you retain steering
control when braking very hard.
2 Brake Assist System P. 491
2 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) P. 490
■Foot Brake
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
1Foot Brake
Check the brakes after driving through deep water,
or if there is a buildup of road surface water. If
necessary, dry the brakes by lightly depressing the
pedal several times.
If you hear a continuous me tallic friction sound when
applying the brakes, this is caused by the brake wear
indicator rubbing on the brake rotor and indicates
that the brake pads need to be replaced. Have the
vehicle checked by a deal er. If you hear only an
occasional squeak or squeal when you initially apply
the brake pedal, this may be normal and caused by
high frequency vibration of the brake pads against
the rotating brake disc.
Constantly using the brak e pedal while going down a
long hill builds up heat, which reduces the brake
effectiveness. Apply engine braking by taking your
foot off the accelerator pe dal and downshifting to a
lower gear/speed position. With manual transmission
use a lower gear for gr eater engine braking.
Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while
driving, as it will lightly apply the brakes and cause
them to lose effectiveness over time and reduce pad
life. It will also conf use drivers behind you.
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Keeps the brake applied after releasing the brake pedal until the accelerator pedal is
pressed. You can use this system while th e vehicle is temporarily stopped, like at
traffic lights and in heavy traffic.
■Automatic Brake Hold1 Automatic Brake Hold
3WARNING
Activating the automatic brake hold system
on steep hills or slippery roads may still
allow the vehicle to move if you remove
your foot from the brake pedal.
If a vehicle unexpectedly moves, it may
cause a crash resulting in serious injury or
death.
Never activate the automatic brake hold
system or rely on it to keep a vehicle from
moving when stopped on a steep hill or
slippery roads.
3WARNING
Using the automatic brake hold system to
park the vehicle may re sult in the vehicle
unexpectedly moving.
If a vehicle moves unexpectedly, it may
cause a crash, resulting in serious injury or
death.
Never leave the vehicle when braking is
temporarily kept by automatic brake hold
and always park the vehicle by putting the
transmission in
( P and applying the parking
brake.
Continuously variable transmission models
■Turning on the system
Fasten your seat belt
properly, then start the
engine. Press the
automatic brake hold
button.
●The automatic brake
hold system indicator
comes on. The system
is turned on.
■Activating the system
Depress the brake pedal
to come to a complete
stop. The shift lever must
not be in
( P or (R.●The automatic brake
hold indicator comes
on. Braking is kept for
up to 10 minutes.
●Release the brake pedal
after the automatic
brake hold indicator
comes on.
■Canceling the system
Depress the accelerator
pedal while the shift
lever is in a position
other than
( P or (N. The
brake hold is disengaged
and the vehicle starts to
move.
●The automatic brake
hold indicator goes
off. The system
releases the brake
automatically.
Accelerator PedalBrake PedalAutomatic Brake
Hold Button
Goes
Off
Comes
OnOn On
Comes
On
Comes
On
U.S.
Canada
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uuBraking uBrake System
Driving
Keeps the brake applied after releasing the brake pedal until you change a gear to a
position other than
(N and:
• Release the clutch pedal on a level road or when facing downhill.
• Release the clutch pedal and depress the accelerator pedal when facing uphill.
You can use this system while the vehicle is temporarily stopped, like at traffic lights
and in heavy traffic.
Manual transmission models
■Turning on the system
Fasten your seat belt
properly, then start the
engine. Press the
automatic brake hold
button.
●The automatic brake
hold system indicator
comes on. The system
is turned on.
■Activating the system
Depress the brake pedal
to come to a complete
stop.
●The automatic brake
hold indicator comes
on. Braking is kept for
up to 10 minutes.
●Release the brake pedal
after the automatic
brake hold indicator
comes on.
■Canceling the system
Shift into one of the
gears other than
( N and:●Release the clutch
pedal on a level road
or when facing
downhill.
●Release the clutch
pedal and depress the
accelerator pedal
when facing uphill.
The system is canceled
and the vehicle starts to
move.
●The automatic brake
hold indicator goes
off. The system
releases the brake
automatically.
Accelerator Pedal
Brake PedalAutomatic Brake
Hold Button
Goes
Off
Comes
OnOn On
Comes
On
Comes
On
U.S.
Canada
Clutch Pedal
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uuBraking uBrake System
Driving
■The system automatically cancels when:
• You engage the parking brake.
• You depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever to
(P or (R.
■The system automatically cancels and the parking brake is applied when:
• Braking is kept for more than 10 minutes.
• The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.
• The engine is turned off.
• There is a problem with automatic brake hold system.
• The battery is disconnected.
• The engine stalls.
■Turning off the automa tic brake hold system
While the system is on, press the automatic
brake hold button again.u The automatic brake hold system
indicator goes off.
If you want to turn off automatic brake hold
while the system is in operation, press the
automatic brake hold button with the brake
pedal depressed.
1 Automatic Brake Hold
While the system is activated, you can turn off the
engine or park the ve hicle through the same
procedure as you normally do. 2 When Stopped P. 500
Whether the system is on, or the system is activated,
the automatic brake hold turn s off once the engine is
off.
The system turns off if the engine stalls while
automatic brake hold is active or the system is on.
Manual transmission models
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
1 Turning on the system
Make sure to turn off the automatic brake hold
system before using an automated car wash.
You may hear an operating noi se if the vehicle moves
while the automatic brake hold system is in
operation. The system generates sound while holding
the vehicle and it moves.
Automatic Brake
Hold Button
Goes
Off
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500
Driving
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped
1.Depress the brake pedal firmly.
2. With the brake pedal depressed, pull up th e electric parking brake switch slowly,
but fully.
3. Move the shift lever from
(D to (P.
3. Move the shift lever to
(R or (1.
4. Turn off the engine.
u The parking brake and brake system indicator goes off in about 15 seconds.
Always confirm the electric parking brake is se t, in particular if you are parked on an
incline.
1 Parking Your Vehicle
Do not park your vehicle near flammable objects,
such as dry grass, oil, or timber.
Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire.
1 When Stopped
NOTICE
The following can dama ge the transmission:•Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals
simultaneously.
•Holding the vehicle in place when facing uphill by
depressing the accelerator pedal.
•Moving the shift lever into ( P before the vehicle
stops completely.
In extremely cold temper atures, the parking brake
may freeze up if applied. If such temperatures are
expected, do not apply the parking brake but, if
parking on a slope, either turn the front wheels so
they will contact the curb if the vehicle rolls down the
slope or block the wheels to keep the vehicle from
moving. If you do not take either precaution, the
vehicle may roll unexpect edly, leading to a crash.
Continuously variable transmission models
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
All models
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Multi-View Rear Camera
About Your Multi-View Rear Camera
The audio/information screen can display your vehicle’s rear view.
The display automatically changes to a rear view when the transmission is put into
(R.
■Multi-View Rear Camera Display Area
1About Your Multi-View Rear Camera
The rear camera view is restricted. You cannot see
the corner ends of the bum per or what is underneath
the bumper. Its unique le ns also makes objects
appear closer or farther than they actually are.
Visually confirm that it is safe to drive before backing
up. Certain conditions (such as weather, lighting, and
high temperatures) may also re strict the rear view. Do
not rely on the rearview display which does not give
you all information about c onditions at the back of
your vehicle.
If the camera lens is cove red with dirt or moisture,
use a soft, moist cloth to keep the lens clean and free
of debris.
You can change the Fixed Guideline and Dynamic
Guideline settings.
2 Customized Features P. 328
Fixed Guideline
On: Guidelines appear when you put the
transmission into
( R.
Off: Guidelines do not appear.
Dynamic Guideline
On: Guidelines move according to the steering wheel
direction.
Off: Guidelines do not move.
Models with Display Audio
Guidelines
Bumper Wide View Mode
Normal View Mode
Top Down View Mode
Camera Approx. 39 inches (1 m)
Approx. 20 inches (50 cm)
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uuMulti-View Rear Camera uAbout Your Multi-View Rear Camera
502
Driving
You can view three different camera angles on the rearview display.
Press the LIST/SELECT (selector) knob to switch the angle.
Touch the appropriate icon to switch the angle. : Wide view
: Normal view
: Top down view
• If the last used viewing mode was Wide or Normal, the same mode is selected the
next time you put the transmission into
(R.
• If Top down view was last used before you turned off the engine, Wide View
mode is selected next time you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w*1 and put the
transmission into
(R.
• If Top down view was last used more than 10 seconds after you put the
transmission from
(R, Wide View mode is selected the next time you put the
transmission into
(R.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 About Your Multi-View Rear Camera
You can change the Camera Guideline settings.
2 Customized Features P. 328
Camera Guideline
On: Guidelines appear when you put the
transmission into
( R.
Off: Guidelines do not appear.
Models with color audio systemModels with color audio system
Models with Display Audio
All models
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509
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 510
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 511Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 512
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 513
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 523Opening the Hood ........................... 525
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 526
Oil Check ......................................... 527
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 529
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter..... 530
Engine Coolant ................................ 533
Transmission Fluid ............................ 535
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 536
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 537
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 538
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 547Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 550
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 551
Tire Labeling .................................... 551
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 553Wear Indicators................................ 555
Tire Service Life ................................ 555 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 556
Tire Rotation .................................... 557
Winter Tires ..................................... 558
Battery ............................................... 560
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 562
Heating System
*/Climate Control
System* Maintenance .................... 564
Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 565
Exterior Care.................................... 567
Accessories and Modifications Accessories ...................................... 570
Modifications................................... 571
* Not available on all models
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