2019 HONDA CIVIC COUPE warning

uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
624
Handling the Unexpected
7. Plug in the kit to the accessory power
socket.
u Be careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
2 Accessory Power Socket P. 196
8.Start the engine.
2 Starting the Engine P. 435
uKeep the engine running while injecting
air.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 73
9.Turn the selector Knob to AIR.
10. Press the inflator swit ch to turn on the kit.
u The compressor starts to inject air into
the tire.
11. Inflate the tire to the specified air pressure.
1Inflating an Under-inflated Tire
3WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engine to power the air
compressor with th e vehicle outdoors.
AIR Side
ON
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629Continued
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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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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.
H
H
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
634
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■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 do wn, 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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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for approximately three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 559
3.Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Immediately stop
the engine and contact a dealer for repairs.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately co ntact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
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Handling the Unexpected
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
If you have run out of fuel and need to refuel your vehicle from a portable fuel
container, use the funnel pr ovided with your vehicle.
1.Turn off the engine.
2. Press on the edge of the fuel fill door to
make it pop up slightly.
u The fuel fill door opens.
3. Take the funnel out of the tool case in the
trunk.
2 Types of Tools P. 606
4.Place the end of the funnel on the lower
part of filler opening, then insert it slowly
and fully.
u Make sure that the end of the funnel
goes down along with the filler pipe.
5. Fill the tank with fuel from the portable fuel
container.
u Pour fuel carefully so you do not spill any.
6. Remove the funnel from the filler neck.
u Wipe up any fuel from the funnel before
storing it.
7. Shut the fuel fill door by hand.
1Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
NOTICE
Do not insert the nozzle of a portable fuel container
or any funnel other than the one provided with your
vehicle. Doing so can damage the fuel system.
Do not try to pry open or push open the sealed fuel
tank with foreign objects. This can damage the fuel
system and its seal.
Make sure the fuel in the portable fuel container is
gasoline before you refuel.
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,
and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Funnel
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Index
Controls.................................................... 133
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 565
Adding the Coolant ................................ 566
Overheating ............................................ 633
Creeping (Continuously Variable
Transmission) .......................................... 441
Cruise Control .......................................... 454
Indicator ................................................... 88
Cup Holders .............................................. 194
Customer Service Information ................ 662
Customized Features ............... 124, 328, 335
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 169
Dead Battery ............................................ 629
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 361
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ................................................. 206
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 655
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 166
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 178
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 559
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 165
Display Setup .................................... 225, 260
Display/Information Button ............ 114, 238
Door Mirrors ............................................. 180
Doors ........................................................ 136
Auto Door Locking.................................. 149
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 149 Door Open Message ............................ 37, 95
Keys ........................................................ 136
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside..................................................... 146
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside.................................................. 139
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 585
Driver Information Interface ................... 113
Warning and Information Messages .......... 95
Driving ....................................................... 425
Braking .................................................... 527
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 441
Cruise Control ......................................... 454
Shifting Gear ........................................... 448
Shifting Position .............................. 442, 444
Starting the Engine .......................... 432, 435
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 596
E
Eco Assist® System ........................................ 9
ECON Button ............................................. 452
Elapsed Time ............................................. 117
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 84, 639
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 457
Emergency ................................................ 645
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 628
Emergency Trunk Opener ................ 152, 647
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 657Engine
Coolant ................................................... 565
Jump Starting .......................................... 629
Oil ........................................................... 558
Starting ........................................... 432, 435
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 160
Engine Coolant ......................................... 565
Adding the Coolant................................. 566
Overheating ............................................ 633
Temperature Gauge ................................ 111
Engine Oil ................................................. 558
Adding .................................................... 561
Checking................................................. 559
Displaying Maintenance Minder Information ........................................... 550
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 79, 635
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 558
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 161
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 639
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................................. 73
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 599
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 180
F
Features.................................................... 211
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 596
Oil ........................................................... 562
Flat Tire ..................................................... 607
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Index
Floor Mats................................................. 598
Fluids
Brake/Clutch ............................................ 568
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) ..................................................... 567
Engine Coolant ........................................ 565
Manual Transmission ............................... 567
Windshield Washer .................................. 569
FM/AM Radio .................................... 226, 266
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 86
Folding Down the Rear Seats ................... 188
Foot Brake ................................................. 529
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 49
Front Head Restraints ............................... 184
Front Seats ................................................ 181
Adjusting ................................................. 182
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 524
Fuel ...................................................... 24, 539
Economy ................................................. 542
Gauge ..................................................... 111
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 118
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 82
Range ...................................................... 117
Recommendation .................................... 539
Refueling ......................................... 539, 648
Fuel Economy ............................................ 542
Fuel Fill Door ............................... 24, 540, 646
Fuses .......................................................... 641
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 644
Locations ......................................... 641, 642G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 542
Gauge ..................................................... 111
Information ............................................. 539
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 118
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 82
Refueling......................................... 539, 648
Gauges ...................................................... 111
Gear Shift Lever Positions Manual Transmission ............................... 448
Glass (care) ........................................ 597, 600
Glove Box .................................................. 192
G-Meter ..................................................... 120
H
Halogen Bulbs .................................. 570, 573
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 605
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ....................... 365, 391
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and
Call History .................................... 380, 404
Automatic Transferring............................ 377
Displaying Messages................................ 418
HFL Buttons..................................... 365, 391
HFL Menus ...................................... 367, 394
HFL Status Display ........................... 366, 393
In Case of Emergency .............................. 422
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 366, 393
Making a Call .................................. 385, 412
Options During a Call ...................... 390, 415 Phone Setup ................................... 371, 399
Phonebook Phonetic M
odification........... 408
Receiving a Call............................... 389, 415
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message ............. 416
Ring Tone ....................................... 378, 403
Selecting a Mail Account......................... 417
Speed Dial ...................................... 381, 405
To Set Up Text/E-mail Message Options ................................................. 402
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HD Radio
TM............................................... 267
Headlights ................................................ 166
Aiming.................................................... 570
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 170
Automatic Operation .............................. 167
Dimming......................................... 166, 169
Operating ............................................... 166
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 201
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) ...................... 365, 391
High Beam Indicator .................................. 86
Hill Start Assist System ..................... 434, 439
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ........... 362
Honda App License Agreement .............. 312
Honda Sensing ®................................. 25, 468
HondaLink ®.............................................. 292
I
Identification Numbers
Vehicle Identification............................... 654
Ignition Switch ......................................... 160
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