2020 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 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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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
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 440
Towing a Trailer ................................ 446
When Driving
Starting the Engine .................. 447, 450
Precautions While Driving................. 455
Continuously Variable Transmission
*... 456
Shifting ............................ 457, 459, 464
ECON Mode
*................................... 468
Drive Mode Switch ........................... 469
Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ................ 471
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 474
Limited Slip Differe ntial (LSD) ........... 475
2.0 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
LaneWatchTM*.................................. 476Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)*...................................... 478Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation*......... 482
Honda Sensing ®................................ 484
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 487
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow
*............................... 497
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*....... 514
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .. 529
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
System ....................................... 537
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 542 Radar Sensor ................................... 544
Braking Brake System ................................... 545
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 552
Brake Assist System ......................... 553
Parking Your Vehicle ........................ 554
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 556
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 558
How to Refuel ................................. 560
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing
CO
2 Emissions ................................ 562
Turbo Engine Vehicle ....................... 563
* 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 Information 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. 680
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 680
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 trailer, 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 (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.1Maximum 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. 446
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, refe r to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 675
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