2021 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN emergency towing

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
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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580
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 dr iver information interface.●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 581
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 153
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 all2Battery P. 558●If the interior lights come on normally2 Fuses P. 595
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with a
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and resp ond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2
Starting the Engine P. 422, 425
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 145
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 108
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 598
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 599
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 If the Battery Is Dead P. 583
Models with smart entry system
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599
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. 494
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Index
Tires........................................................... 548
Air Pressure ............................. 549, 605, 607
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 548
Inspection ................................................ 548
Labeling................................................... 549
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 573
Regulations.............................................. 551
Rotation .................................................. 555
Spare Tire ................................ 573, 605, 607
Summer................................................... 557
Tire Chains .............................................. 556
Wear Indicators ....................................... 553
Winter ..................................................... 556
Tools .......................................................... 572
Towing Behind a Motorhome ................. 421
Towing Your Vehicle Emergency............................................... 599
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 442
Indicator ............................................ 86, 594
Transmission ...................................... 432, 434
Continuously Variable
Transmission .................................. 432, 434
Fluid ........................................................ 533
Shift Lever Position Indicator ...... 82, 433, 435
TRIP Knob .................................................. 111
Trip Meter ................................................. 111
Troubleshooting ....................................... 571
Blown Fuse ...................................... 595, 596
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 30
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 31 Emergency Towing .................................. 599
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 580
Noise When Braking .................................. 32
Overheating ............................................ 587
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 573
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 31, 140
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 586
Warning Indicators .................................... 78
Trunk ......................................................... 142
Lid........................................................... 142
Light Bulb........................................ 604, 606
Release Lever........................................... 601
Unable to Open....................................... 601
Turbo Engine Vehicle ............................... 509
Turbo Meter ............................................. 113
Turn Signals .............................................. 157
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 87
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 131
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ................................................ 138
USB Adapter Cable ................................... 202
USB Flash Drives ....................... 221, 277, 301
USB Port(s) ................................................ 203
Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 131
V
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 9
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 608
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®).............. 439
Off Button .............................................. 440
Off Indicator ............................................. 85
System Indicator ....................................... 84
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 524, 605, 607
Voice Control Operation ......................... 252
Audio Commands ................................... 254
Climate Control Commands.................... 255
General Commands ................................ 255
Music Search Commands ........................ 255
On Screen Commands ............................ 255
Phone Commands .................................. 254
Useful Commands .................................. 254
Voice Portal Screen ................................. 253
Voice Recognition ................................... 252
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) ................. 439
W
Wallpaper......................................... 212, 237
Warning and Information Messages ........ 95
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 589
Warning Labels .......................................... 76
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 613
Watts ................................................ 604, 606
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 553
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 576
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