2018 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN emergency towing

Contents
Child Safety P. 60Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 73Safety Labels P. 74
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 Conven ience Items P. 187 Heating System
* P. 199
Audio Error Messages P. 307General Information on the Audio System P. 310
When Driving P. 426 Braking P. 484Parking Your Vehicle P. 500
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 506 Turbo Engine Vehicle* P. 507
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 523 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 538
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 550 Battery P. 560 Remote Transmitter Care P. 562
Cleaning P. 565 Accessories and Modifications P. 570
Engine Does Not Start P. 594 Jump Starting P. 597 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 600
Fuses P. 609 Emergency Towing P. 613 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 614
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 623 Reporting Safety Defects P. 624
Authorized Manuals P. 629 Customer Service Information P. 630
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 75
ControlsP. 133
FeaturesP. 211
DrivingP. 419
MaintenanceP. 509
Handling the UnexpectedP. 573
InformationP. 617
IndexP. 631
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 573)
Flat Tire (P 575, 582)
● 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 603)
● Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won’t Start
(P 594)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 609)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 601)
● 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 613)
●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. 613
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 574
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 575
Temporarily Repair ing a Flat Tire*..... 582
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 594
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .. 595Emergency Engine Stop ................... 596
Jump Starting .................................... 597
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 600
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 601 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On....603
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 603
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 604
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 605
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes
On ................................................. 606 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 607
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 608
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 609
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 612
Emergency Towing ........................... 613
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 614
When You Cannot Open the Trunk.....615
Refueling ........................................... 616
* 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. 613
•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. 591
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.
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. 595
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. 560●If the interior lights come on normally2 Fuses P. 609
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. 426, 429
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. 612
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 613
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 597
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. 484
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Index
Tools......................................................... 574
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 425
Emergency .............................................. 613
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 479
Indicator ........................................... 84, 608
Transmission ..................................... 436, 438
Continuously Variable Transmission ........ 436
Fluid ....................................................... 535
Manual ................................................... 438
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............. 79, 437
TRIP Knob ......................................... 110, 116
Trip Meter ........................................ 110, 116
TRK (Temporary Repair Kit) .................... 582
Troubleshooting ...................................... 573
Blown Fuse ..................................... 609, 610
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 29
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 30
Emergency Towing ................................. 613
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 594
Noise When Braking ........................... 30, 31
Overheating ............................................ 601
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 575
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 30, 148
Shift Lever Won’t Move .......................... 600
Warning Indicators.................................... 76 Trunk
......................................................... 153
Lid ........................................................... 153
Light Bulb ........................................ 618, 620
Release Lever ........................................... 615
Unable to Open ....................................... 615
Turbo Engine Vehicle ............................... 507
Turbo Meter .............................................. 118
Turn Signals .............................................. 168
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 85
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 139
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ................................................. 146
USB Adapter Cable ................................... 212
USB Flash Drives ........................ 231, 287, 311
USB Port(s) ................................................ 213
Using the Smart Entry wi th Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 139
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 622
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 473
Off Button............................................... 474
Off Indicator.............................................. 82
System Indicator ........................................ 82
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 526, 619, 621
Voice Control Operation .......................... 262
Audio Commands ................................... 264
Climate Control Commands .................... 265
General Commands ................................ 265
Music Search Commands ........................ 265
On Screen Commands............................. 265
Phone Commands ................................... 264
Useful Commands ................................... 264
Voice Portal Screen.................................. 263
Voice Recognition ................................... 262
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 473
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