2021 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. 35
For Safe Driving P. 36 Seat Belts P. 40 Airbags P. 48
2Instrument Panel P. 81
Indicators P. 82 Gauges and Driver Information Interface P. 122
2Controls P. 143
Clock P. 144 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 145
Moonroof* P. 170
Adjusting the Seats P. 193
2 Features P. 225
Audio System P. 226 Audio System Basic Operation P. 233, 251
Customized Features P. 343, 350 HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver*P. 380
2 Driving P. 443
Before Driving P. 444 Towing a Trailer P. 450
Parking Your Vehicle P. 558 Multi-View Rear Camera P. 560
2Maintenance P. 569
Before Performing Maintenance P. 570 Maintenance MinderTM P. 573
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 604
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 624
2Handling the Unexpected P. 633
Tools P. 634 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 635
Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 665 Overheating P. 666
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 680
2 Information P. 683
Specifications P. 684 Identification Numbers P. 686
Emissions Testing P. 689 Warranty Coverages P. 692
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Contents
Child Safety P. 64Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 79Safety Labels P. 80
Hatch P. 160 Security System P. 163 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 167
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 171 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 190
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience It ems P. 201 Climate Control System P. 217
Audio Error Messages P. 320General Information on the Audio System P. 324
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 383, 410
When Driving P. 451 Honda Sensing®P. 488 Braking P. 549
Refueling P. 562 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 566 Turbo Engine Vehicle P. 567
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 579 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 594
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 609 Battery P. 620 Remote Transmitter Care P. 622
Cleaning P. 625 Accessories and Modifications P. 631
Handling of the Jack* P. 656Engine Does Not Start P. 659If the Battery Is Dead P. 662
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 668 Fuses P. 674 Emergency Towing P. 679
If You Cannot Open the Hatch P. 681 Refueling P. 682
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 687 Reporting Safety Defects P. 688
Authorized Manuals P. 695 Customer Service Information P. 696
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 35
Instrument PanelP. 81
ControlsP. 143
FeaturesP. 225
DrivingP. 443
MaintenanceP. 569
Handling the UnexpectedP. 633
InformationP. 683
IndexP. 698
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Quick Reference Guide
29
Handling the Unexpected (P 633)
Flat Tire (P 635)
●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 668)
●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 659)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 674)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 666)
●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 679)
●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................................... 444
Towing a Trailer ................................ 450
When Driving
Starting the Engine .................. 451, 454
Precautions While Driving................. 459
Continuously Variable Transmission
*... 460
Shifting ............................ 461, 463, 468
ECON Mode
*................................... 472
Drive Mode Switch ........................... 473
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ................ 475
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 478
Limited Slip Differe ntial (LSD) ........... 479
2.0 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
LaneWatchTM*.................................. 480Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)*...................................... 482Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation*......... 486
Honda Sensing ®................................ 488
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 491
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow
*............................... 501
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*....... 518
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .. 533
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
System ....................................... 541
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 546 Radar Sensor ................................... 548
Braking Brake System ................................... 549
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 556
Brake Assist System ......................... 557
Parking Your Vehicle ........................ 558
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 560
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 562
How to Refuel ................................. 564
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions
Improving Fuel Economy and Reducing
CO
2 Emissions ................................ 566
Turbo Engine Vehicle ....................... 567
* 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. 684
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 684
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. 450
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. 679
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