2020 HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK overheating

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 manu al (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. 118
2Controls P. 139
Clock P. 140 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 141
Moonroof* P. 166
Adjusting the Seats P. 189
2 Features P. 221
Audio System P. 222 Audio System Basic Operation P. 229, 247
Customized Features P. 339, 346 HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver*P. 376
2 Driving P. 439
Before Driving P. 440 Towing a Trailer P. 446
Parking Your Vehicle P. 554 Multi-View Rear Camera P. 556
2Maintenance P. 565
Before Performing Maintenance P. 566 Maintenance MinderTM P. 569
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 600
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 620
2Handling the Unexpected P. 629
Tools P. 630 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 631
Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 661 Overheating P. 662
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 676
2 Information P. 679
Specifications P. 680 Identification Numbers P. 682
Emissions Testing P. 685 Warranty Coverages P. 688
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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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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high.2Overheating P. 662
●Appears while you are customizing the settings and
the shift lever is moved out of
(P.
●Appears while you are customizing the settings and
the parking brake is released.2Customized Features P. 130
●Appears if the automatic br ake hold is automatically
canceled while it is in operation.●Immediately depress the brake pedal.
Continuously
variable
transmission models
Manual transmission
models
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
Continuously
variable
transmission models
Manual transmission
models
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Instrument Panel
Gauges and Driver Information Interface
Gauges
Gauges include the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and related indicators.
They are displayed when the ignition switch is in ON
(w*1.
Displays your driving speed in mph or km/h.
Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Speedometer
■Tachometer
■Fuel Gauge
■Temperature Gauge
1 Gauges
Press the (display /information) button
repeatedly until the ic on is shown on the driver
information interface. Press ENTER , then press and
hold it again. The spee dometer reading and the
displayed measurements wi ll switch between mph
and km/h.
1 Fuel Gauge
NOTICE
You should refuel when the reading approaches .
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
damaging the cata lytic converter.
The actual amount of remain ing fuel may differ from
the fuel gauge reading.E
1 Temperature Gauge
NOTICE
Driving with the temperat ure gauge pointer in the
upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull
safely to the side of th e road and allow engine
temperature to return to normal.
2 Overheating P. 662
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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
■Inflation guidelines
Properly inflated tires provid e the best combination of hand ling, tread life, and comfort.
Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or spec ifications page for the specified pressure.
Underinflated tires wear unev enly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and
are more likely to fail from overheating.
Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride ha rshly, are more prone to road hazards,
and wear unevenly.
Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
At least once a month or before long trips , use a gauge to measure the pressure in
all tires, including the spare
*. Even tires in good condition can lose 1–2 psi (10–20
kPa, 0.1–0.2 kgf/cm2) per month.
■Inspection guidelines
Every time you check inflation, also examine the tires and valve stems.
Look for:
• Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tr ead. Replace the tire if you find any cuts,
splits, or cracks in the side of the tire . Replace it if you see fabric or cord.
• Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.
• Uneven tread wear. Have a deal er check the wheel alignment.
• Excessive tread wear.
2 Wear Indicators P. 610
•Cracks or other damage around valve stem.
1Checking Tires
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This
means the vehicle has been parked for at least three
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If
necessary, add or releas e air until the specified
pressure is reached.
If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as much as
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.4 kgf/cm
2) higher than if
checked when cold.
Whenever tire pressure is adjusted, you must
calibrate the TPMS. 2 TPMS Calibration P. 479
Have a dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent
vibration while driving. Ne w tires and any that have
been removed and reinst alled should be properly
balanced.
Check the spare tire
* pressure once a month or
before long trips.
3WARNING
Using tires that are excessively worn or
improperly inflated can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding tire inflation and
maintenance.
U.S. models
* Not available on all models
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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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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge pointer is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• The Stop Driving When Safe. Engine Temperature Too Hot message appears
on the driver information interface.
• 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.
Continuing to drive with the Stop Driving When
Safe. Engine Temperature Too Hot. message on
the driver information interface may damage the
engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seri ously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
H
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the Stop Driving
When Safe. Engine Temperature Too
Hot message on the driver information
interface goes off.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the MAX
mark.
u If there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, 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 down, 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 emergen cy/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.
Reserve Tank
1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
Reserve Tank
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