2020 HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK emergency towing

Contents
Child Safety P. 60Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 74Safety Labels P. 75
Hatch P. 156 Security System P. 159 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 163
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 167 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 186
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 197 Climate Control System P. 213
Audio Error Messages P. 316General Information on the Audio System P. 320
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 379, 406
When Driving P. 447 Honda Sensing®P. 484 Braking P. 545
Refueling P. 558 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 562 Turbo Engine Vehicle P. 563
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 575 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 590
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 605 Battery P. 616 Remote Transmitter Care P. 618
Cleaning P. 621 Accessories and Modifications P. 627
Handling of the jack* P. 652Engine Does Not Start P. 655 Jump Starting P. 658
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 664 Fuses P. 670 Emergency Towing P. 675
When You Cannot Open the Hatch P. 677 Refueling P. 678
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 683 Reporting Safety Defects P. 684
Authorized Manuals P. 690 Customer Service Information P. 691
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 77
ControlsP. 139
FeaturesP. 221
DrivingP. 439
MaintenanceP. 565
Handling the UnexpectedP. 629
InformationP. 679
IndexP. 693
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Quick Reference Guide
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Handling the Unexpected (P 629)
Flat Tire (P 631)
●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 compact spare tire in the
cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P 664)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Models with temporary tire repair kit
Models with a compact spare tire
Engine Won’t Start
(P 655)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 670)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 662)
●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 675)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
* Not available on all models
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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, refe r to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 675
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 630
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 631
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 644
Handling of the jack
*
How to Set Up the Jack .................... 652
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 655
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .. 656
Models with temporary tire repair kit
Models with a compact spare tire
Canadian models with temporary tire repair kit
Models with smart entry system
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 657
Jump Starting .................................... 658
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 661
Overheating ...................................... 662
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On................................................ 664
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 664
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 665
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 666
Models with smart entry systemIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System
Indicator (Amber) Comes On ....................... 667
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On......................... 668
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks
*...................... 669
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 670
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 674
Emergency Towing ........................... 675
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill
Door ................................................. 676
When You Cannot Open the Hatch.....677Refueling ........................................... 678
* Not available on all models
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
5. Turn the selector knob to AIR*1, AIR
ONLY*2, AIR SEULEMENT*2.
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 641
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. 675
•Front: 35 psi (240 kPa)/rear: 33 psi (230
kPa) 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). If you
have not reached a service station, stop
and check the tire pressure.
u If the air pressure does not go down
after the 10 minutes of driving, you do
not need to check the pressure any
more.
*1: U.S. models
*2: Canadian models
U.S.
Canada
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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 driver information interface.●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 656
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 168
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 all2 Battery P. 616●If the interior lights come on normally2 Fuses P. 670
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 respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 447
Check the immobilize r system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 159
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 118
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 674
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 675
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 658
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. 545
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Index
Starting the Engine.......................... 447, 450
Does Not Start ......................................... 655
Engine Switch Buzzer............................... 167
Jump Starting .......................................... 658
Remote Engine Start ................................ 452
Steering Wheel Adjusting ................................................. 185
Stopping .................................................... 554
Stopwatch ................................................. 128
Summer Tires ............................................ 613
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 49
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 167
System Message Indicator .......................... 88
T
Tachometer............................................... 118
Temperature Outside Temperature Display ................... 125
Temperature Sensor ................................. 125
Temporary Tire Repair Kit ........................ 632
Tie-down Anchors ..................................... 208
Time (Setting) ........................................... 140
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...................................................... 478
Indicator ............................................ 87, 669
Tires ........................................................... 605
Air Pressure ..................................... 606, 681
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 605
Inspection ................................................ 605 Labeling .................................................. 606
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 631
Regulations ............................................. 608
Rotation .................................................. 612
Spare Tire ........................................ 644, 681
Summer .................................................. 613
Temporary Tire Re
pair Kit ........................ 632
Tire Chains .............................................. 613
Wear Indicators ....................................... 610
Winter..................................................... 613
Tools .......................................................... 630
Towing Your Vehicle Emergency .............................................. 675
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 478
Indicator............................................ 87, 669
Transmission ..................................... 457, 464
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 457
Fluid ........................................................ 587
Manual ................................................... 464
Shift Lever Position Indicator...... 82, 458, 460
Trip Meter ................................................. 123
Troubleshooting ....................................... 629
Blown Fuse...................................... 670, 672
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 28
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 29
Emergency Towing .................................. 675
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 655
Noise When Braking .................................. 30
Overheating ............................................ 662
Premium Gasoline ................................... 680 Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 631
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 29, 154
Select Lever Won’t Move ........................ 661
Warning Indicators.................................... 78
Turbo Engine Vehicle .............................. 563
Turbo Meter ............................................. 125
Turn Signals .............................................. 172
Indicators (Instru ment Panel) ..................... 88
Turn-by-Turn Directions .......................... 126
U
Unlocking the Doors................................ 143
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ....................................................... 152
USB Adapter Cable .................................. 222
USB Flash Drives ............................... 296, 322
USB Port(s) ................................................ 223
Using the Smart Entr y with Push Button
Start System ............................................ 143
V
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 682
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®) ............... 471
Off Button .............................................. 472
Off Indicator ............................................. 86
System Indicator ....................................... 86
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 578, 681
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