2019 HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK towing

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 33
For Safe Driving P. 34 Seat Belts P. 38 Airbags P. 46
2Instrument Panel P. 77
Indicators P. 78 Gauges and Driver Information Interface P. 117
2Controls P. 141
Clock P. 142 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 143
Moonroof* P. 168
Adjusting the Seats P. 189
2 Features P. 221
Audio System P. 222 Audio System Basic Operation P. 229, 247
Customized Features P. 340 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®* P. 376, 403
2Driving P. 437
Before Driving P. 438 Towing a Trailer P. 444
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 548 Refueling P. 550
2Maintenance P. 557
Before Performing Maintenance P. 558 Maintenance MinderTM P. 561
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 592
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 612
2Handling the Unexpected P. 621
Tools P. 622 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 623
Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 652 Overheating P. 653
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 667
2 Information P. 671
Specifications P. 672 Identification Numbers P. 674
Emissions Testing P. 677 Warranty Coverages P. 680
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Contents
Child Safety P. 60Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 74Safety Labels P. 75
Opening and Closing the Hatch P. 158 Security System P. 161 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 165
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 169 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 187
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 197 Climate Control System P. 213
Audio Error Messages P. 317General Information on the Audio System P. 321
When Driving P. 445 Braking P. 528Parking Your Vehicle P. 546
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 554 Turbo Engine Vehicle P. 555
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 567 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 582
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 597 Battery P. 608 Remote Transmitter Care P. 610
Cleaning P. 613 Accessories and Modifications P. 619
Handling of the jack P. 644 Engine Does Not Start P. 646Jump Starting P. 649
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 655 Fuses P. 661 Emergency Towing P. 666
When You Cannot Open the Hatch P. 668 Refueling P. 669
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 675 Reporting Safety Defects P. 676
Authorized Manuals P. 682 Customer Service Information P. 683
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 77
ControlsP. 141
FeaturesP. 221
DrivingP. 437
MaintenanceP. 557
Handling the UnexpectedP. 621
InformationP. 671
IndexP. 685
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Quick Reference Guide
27
Handling the Unexpected (P 621)
Flat Tire (P 623)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the comp act spare tire in the
cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P 655)
● Identify the indica tor and consult the
owner's manual.
Models with temporary tire repair kit
Models with a compact spare tire
Engine Won’t Start
(P 646)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 661)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 653)
● 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 666)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
* Not available on all models
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving
Towing a Trailer................................ 444
When Driving
Starting the Engine .................. 445, 448
Precautions While Driving................. 453
Continuously Variable Transmission
*... 454
Shifting ............................ 455, 457, 462
ECON Button
*................................. 466
Drive Mode Switch ........................... 467
Cruise Control
*................................ 469
Front Sensor Camera*...................... 472
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)
*........................ 474
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*....... 490
2.0 L engine models
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System*..................................... 504Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*.. 509Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ................. 516
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 519
Limited Slip Differential (LSD) ........... 520
LaneWatch
TM*.................................. 521Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)*...................................... 523Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation*......... 526
Braking Brake System ................................... 528
2.0 L engine models
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 535
Brake Assist System ......................... 536
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM)*..................................... 537
Parking Your Vehicle
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 548
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 550
How to Refuel ................................. 551
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing CO
2 Emissions ................................ 554
Turbo Engine Vehicle ....................... 555
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Continued
Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your ve hicle is 850 lbs (385 kg).
The maximum load for your ve hicle is 680 lbs (308 kg).
See the Tire and Loading Informatio n label attached to the driver’s
doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all a ccessories, all cargo, and the tongue
load. 2 Specifications P. 672
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 672
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
Label Example
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Driving
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the amount of av ailable cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a tra iler, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Driving
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW R) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.1 Maximum Load Limit
Towing a Trailer:
See Towing a Trailer to determine whether your
vehicle is designed to tow a trailer.
2 Towing a Trailer P. 444
Load Limits Example
Example1
Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo Weight
550 lbs
(249 kg)
Example2 Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo Weight
100 lbs
(45 kg)
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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. 666
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