2021 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN 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. 108
2Controls P. 125
Clock P. 126 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 128
Moonroof* P. 151 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 152
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 180
2 Features P. 201
Audio System P. 202 Audio System Basic Operation P. 209, 227
Customized Features P. 318, 325 HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver* P. 352
2 Driving P. 415
Before Driving P. 416 Towing a Trailer P. 421
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 503 Refueling P. 505
2Maintenance P. 511
Before Performing Maintenance P. 512 Maintenance MinderTM P. 515
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 545
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 562
2Handling the Unexpected P. 571
Tools P. 572 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 573
Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 586 Overheating P. 587
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 600
2 Information P. 603
Specifications P. 604 Identification Numbers P. 608
Emissions Testing P. 611 Warranty Coverages P. 613
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Contents
Child Safety P. 62Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 75Safety Labels P. 76
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 142 Security System P. 145 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 148
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 170 Adjusting the Seats P. 172
Climate Control System P. 193
Audio Error Messages P. 297 General Information on the Audio System P. 300
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 355, 382
When Driving P. 422 Honda Sensing ® P. 450 Braking P. 494 Parki ng Your Vehicle P. 501
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 508 Turbo Engine Vehicle* P. 509
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 521 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 536
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 548 Battery P. 558 Remote Transmitter Care P. 560
Cleaning P. 563 Accessories and Modifications P. 568
Engine Does Not Start P. 580 If the Battery Is Dead P. 583
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 589 Fuses P. 595Emergency Towing P. 599
If You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 601 Refueling P. 602
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 609 Reporting Safety Defects P. 610
Authorized Manuals P. 616 Customer Service Information P. 617
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 77
ControlsP. 125
FeaturesP. 201
DrivingP. 415
MaintenanceP. 511
Handling the UnexpectedP. 571
InformationP. 603
IndexP. 619
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Quick Reference Guide
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Handling the Unexpected (P 571)
Flat Tire (P 573)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P 589)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won’t Start
(P 580)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 595)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 587)
●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 599)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 416
Towing a Trailer ................................ 421
When Driving Starting the Engine .................. 422, 425
Precautions While Driving................. 430
Continuously Variable Transmission ..... 431
Shifting .................................... 432, 434
ECON Mode .................................... 438
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System .............. 439
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 441
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)*.. 442
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation*........ 446
LaneWatchTM*.................................. 448
Honda Sensing ®................................ 450
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 453
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow ................................. 463
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .. 479
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System.... 487
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 491
Radar Sensor.................................... 493 Braking
Brake System ................................... 494
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 499
Brake Assist System ......................... 500
Parking Your Vehicle ........................ 501
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 503
Refueling ........................................... 505
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 508
Turbo Engine Vehicle*...................... 509
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Continued
Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your vehicl e is 850 lbs (385 kg). See the
Tire and Loading Information la bel 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.
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 am ount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accesso ries and all cargo.
2 Specifications P. 604, 606
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 604, 606
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.
Label Example
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
420
Driving
(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.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW R) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.1 Maximum Load Limit
Towing a Trailer:
See Towing a Trailer to determine whether your
vehicle is designed to tow a tailer. 2 Towing a Trailer P. 421
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 Behind a Motorhome
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. 599
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 572
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 573
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 580
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .. 581Emergency Engine Stop ................... 582
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 583
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 586
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 587 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On....589
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ...589
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 590
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 591
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On ... 592
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 593 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 594
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 595
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 598
Emergency Towing ........................... 599
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door... 600
If You Cannot Open the Trunk ........ 601
Refueling ........................................... 602
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