2020 HONDA CIVIC COUPE Owner's Manual (in English)

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uuAccessories and Modifications uModifications
Maintenance
Modifications
Do not modify your vehicle in a manner that may affect its handling, stability, or
reliability, or install non-genuine Honda pa rts or accessories that may have a similar
effect.
Even minor modifications to vehicle systems can affect overall vehicle performance.
Always make sure all equipment is properly installed and maintained, and do not
make any modification to your vehicle or its systems that might cause your vehicle
to no longer meet federal, state, pr ovince, territory, and local regulations.
The on-board diagnostic port (OBD-II/SAE J1 962 connector) installed on this vehicle
is intended to be used with automobile system diagnostic devices or with other
devices that Honda has approved. Use of any other type of device may adversely
affect the vehicle’s electronic systems or allow them to be compromised, possibly
resulting in a system malfunction, drained battery, or other unexpected problems.
Do not modify or attempt to repair any of the electrical components.
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 602
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 603
Temporarily Repair ing a Flat Tire*..... 610
Handling of the Jack ......................... 622
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 623
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .. 624Emergency Engine Stop ................... 625
Jump Starting .................................... 626
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 629
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 630 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 632
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 632
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 633
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 634
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes
On ................................................. 635 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 636
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 637
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 638
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 641
Emergency Towing ........................... 642
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 643
When You Cannot Open the Trunk.....644
Refueling ........................................... 645
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Tools
Types of Tools
*1: 1.5 L engine models without SPORT mode
*2: 2.0 L engine models without 235/40R18 tire
*3: 1.5 L engine models with SPORT mode
*4: 2.0 L engine models with 235/40R18 tire
1 Types of Tools
The tools are stored in the trunk.Models with a compact spare tire
Wheel Nut Wrench/
Jack Handle Jack
Jack Handle Bar
Funnel
*3, *4
*1, *2
Models with tire repair kit
Tire Repair Kit
Funnel
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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire*
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, non-slip pery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Put the transmission into
(P.
2. Put the transmission into
(R.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0*1.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Changing a Flat Tire*
NOTICE
Do not use the jack if it doesn’t work properly. Call
your dealer or a prof essional towing service.
Follow compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
All models
* Not available on all models
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire*
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Open the trunk floor lid.
2. Take the tool case out of the trunk. Take
the jack, wheel nut wrench, and jack
handle bar out of the tool case.
3. Unscrew the wing bolt, and remove the
spacer cone. Then, remove the spare tire.
4. Place a wheel block or ro ck in front and rear
of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.
■Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire1 Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire
NOTICE
Do not mount the compact spare on the front. If
mounted on the front, the compact spare, smaller in
size than the full-size tire, may damage the
differential.
If either front tire goes flat, remove the rear tire on
the same side, and mount the compact spare on the
rear and the rear tire on the front.
The shape of the tool case varies by model.
Models with SPORT mode
Tool Case
Spare Tire
Wheel
Blocks
The tire to be replaced.
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5. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up)
under the vehicle body, near the tire that
needs to be replaced.
6. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn
using the wheel nut wrench.
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Place the jack under the jacking point
closest to the tire to be changed.
2. Turn the end bracket cl ockwise as shown in
the image until the top of the jack contacts
the jacking point.
u Make sure that the jacking point tab is
resting in the jack notch.
3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar
and the jack handle, until the tire is off the
ground.
■How to Set Up the Jack1How to Set Up the Jack
Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the
vehicle.
Use the jack provided in your vehicle.
Other jacks may not support the weight (“load”) or
may not fit the jacking point.
The following instructions must be followed to use
the jack safely:
•Do not use while the engine is running.
•Use only where the ground is firm and level.•Use only at the jacking points.
•Do not get in the vehicl e while using the jack.
•Do not put anything on top of or underneath the
jack.
3WARNING
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack,
seriously injuring anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire
exactly, and no person should place any
portion of their body under a vehicle that is
supported by a jack.
Jacking Points
Jacking Point
Jack
Handle
Bar Wheel Nut
Wrench as Jack Handle
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