2020 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN emergency towing

Contents
Child Safety P. 60Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 73Safety Labels P. 74
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 150 Security System P. 153 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 156
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 178 Adjusting the Seats P. 180
Heating System
* P. 201 Climate Control System* P. 204
Audio Error Messages P. 309 General Information on the Audio System P. 312
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 367, 394
When Driving P. 434 Honda Sensing ® P. 467 Braking P. 526 Parki ng Your Vehicle P. 534
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 541 Turbo Engine Vehicle* P. 542
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 553 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 568
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 580 Battery P. 590 Remote Transmitter Care P. 592
Cleaning P. 595 Accessories and Modifications P. 600
Handling of the Jack P. 624 Engine Does Not Start P. 625 Jump Starting P. 628
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 634 Fuses P. 640Emergency Towing P. 644
When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 646 Refueling P. 647
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 655 Reporting Safety Defects P. 656
Authorized Manuals P. 661 Customer Service Information P. 662
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 75
ControlsP. 133
FeaturesP. 213
DrivingP. 427
MaintenanceP. 543
Handling the UnexpectedP. 603
InformationP. 649
IndexP. 663
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 603)
Flat Tire (P 605, 612)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire
* in
the trunk, or repair the flat tire using the
tire repair kit
*.
Indicators Come On
(P 634)
● Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won’t Start
(P 625)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 640)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 632)
● 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 644)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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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. 644
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 604
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
*....................... 605
Temporarily Repair ing a Flat Tire*..... 612
Handling of the Jack ......................... 624
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 625
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .. 626Emergency Engine Stop ................... 627
Jump Starting .................................... 628
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 631Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 632
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On....634
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ...634
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 635
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 636
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On ... 637
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 638
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 639
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 640
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 643
Emergency Towing ........................... 644
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 645
When You Cannot Open the Trunk.....646
Refueling ........................................... 647
* Not available on all models
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire*
Handling the Unexpected
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. 644
•Front: 33 psi (225 kPa)/rear: 32 psi (220 kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or until you reach the nearest service
station, whichever is sooner. Do not exce ed 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 minute dr iving, you do not
need to check the pressure any more.
• Greater than 25 psi (175 kPa), but less than front: 33 psi (225 kPa)/rear: 32
psi (220 kPa):
Turn the air compressor on to inflate the ti re until the tire pressure reaches front:
33 psi (225 kPa)/rear: 32 psi (220 kPa).
2 Inflating an Under-inflated Tire P. 621
Then drive carefully for 10 more minute s or until you reach the nearest service
station, whichever is sooner. Do not exce ed 50 mph (80 km/h). If you have not
reached a service station, stop and check the tire pressure.
u You should repeat this procedure as long as the air pressure is within this range.
7. Unplug the kit from the accessory power
socket.
8. Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
9. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
10. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
Pressure Relief Button
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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. 626
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 161
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. 590●If the interior lights come on normally2 Fuses P. 640
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. 434, 437
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 153
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 111
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 643
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 644
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. 628
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. 526
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Index
Song By VoiceTM (SBV).............................. 283
Spare Tire .................................. 605, 651, 653
Spark Plugs ........................................ 650, 652
Specifications ............................................ 650
Specified Fuel ............................ 538, 650, 652
Speedometer ............................................. 111
SPORT Mode ............................................. 453
SPORT Mode Indicator ............................. 453
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 49
Starting the Engine .......................... 434, 437
Does Not Start ......................................... 625
Engine Switch Buzzer............................... 160
Jump Starting .......................................... 628
Steering Wheel
Adjusting ................................................. 177
Stopping .................................................... 534
Stopwatch ................................................. 122
Summer Tires ............................................ 589
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 49
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 160
System Message Indicator .......................... 86
T
Tachometer............................................... 111
Temperature
Gauge ..................................................... 111
Outside Temperature Display ................... 118
Temperature Sensor ................................. 118
Temporary Repair Kit (TRK) ..................... 612Time (Setting)
........................................... 134
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 459
Indicator............................................ 85, 639
Tires ........................................................... 580
Air Pressure ............................. 581, 651, 653
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 580
Inspection ............................................... 580
Labeling .................................................. 581
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 605
Regulations ............................................. 583
Rotation .................................................. 587
Spare Tire ................................ 605, 651, 653
Summer .................................................. 589
Temporary Repair Kit (TRK) ...................... 612
Tire Chains .............................................. 588
Wear Indicators ....................................... 585
Winter..................................................... 588
Tools .......................................................... 604
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 433
Emergency .............................................. 644
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 459
Indicator............................................ 85, 639
Transmission ............................. 444, 446, 450
Continuously Variable Transmission.................................. 444, 446
Fluid ........................................................ 565
Manual ................................................... 450
Shift Lever Position Indicator...... 80, 445, 447
TRIP Knob ................................................. 116 Trip Meter
................................................ 116
TRK (Temporary Repair Kit) .................... 612
Troubleshooting ...................................... 603
Blown Fuse ..................................... 640, 641
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 29
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 30
Emergency Towing ................................. 644
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 625
Noise When Braking ................................. 31
Overheating ............................................ 632
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 605
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 30, 148
Shift Lever Won’t Move .......................... 631
Warning Indicators.................................... 76
Trunk ........................................................ 150
Lid .......................................................... 150
Light Bulb ....................................... 650, 652
Release Lever .......................................... 646
Unable to Open ...................................... 646
Turbo Engine Vehicle .............................. 542
Turbo Meter ............................................. 118
Turn Signals .............................................. 165
Indicators (Instru ment Panel) ..................... 86U
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 139
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ....................................................... 146
USB Adapter Cable .................................. 214
USB Flash Drives ....................... 233, 289, 313
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