2022 HONDA CIVIC emergency towing

Contents
Child Safety P. 71Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 84Safety Labels P. 85
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 170 Security System P. 173 Windows P. 176
Mirrors P. 196 Seats P. 198
Climate Control System P. 222
Audio Error Messages P. 332 General Information on the Audio System P. 334
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 389, 409 Refuel Recommend P. 428
When Driving P. 436 Honda Sensing ® P. 473 Braking P. 554 Parki ng Your Vehicle P. 562
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 578 Turbo Engine Vehicle* P. 579
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 595 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 610
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 617 Batt ery P. 627 Remote Transmitter Care P. 629
Cleaning P. 631 Accessories and Modifications P. 636
Engine Does Not Start P. 648 If the Battery Is Dead P. 652
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 658 Fuses P. 664Emergency Towing P. 670
If You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 672 Refueling P. 673
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 681 Reporting Safety Defects P. 682
Authorized Manuals P. 688 Customer Service Information P. 689
Quick Reference GuideP. 8
Safe DrivingP. 37
Instrument PanelP. 87
ControlsP. 153
FeaturesP. 229
DrivingP. 429
MaintenanceP. 581
Handling the UnexpectedP. 639
InformationP. 675
IndexP. 690

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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 639)
Flat Tire (P 641)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P 658)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won’t Start
(P 648)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 664)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 656)
●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 670)
●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. 670

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 640
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 641
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 648
If the Remote Key Battery is Weak.... 649
Emergency Engine Start ................... 650
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 651
If the Battery Is Dead Jump Starting Procedure .................. 652
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 655Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 656
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ... 658If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ............................................. 659
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 659
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 660
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .....661
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 662
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 663
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 664
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 668
Emergency Towing ........................... 670
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door .... 671
If You Cannot Open the Trunk............672
Refueling........................................... 673

648
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, touch start button with emblem side of remote message appears2If the Remote Key Battery is Weak P. 649
uMake sure the remote key is in its operating range.2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 180
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior light s and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all2Battery P. 627●If the interior lights come on normally2 Fuses P. 664
2 Emergency Engine Start P. 650
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 respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2
Starting the Engine P. 436
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 173
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 110
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 668
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 670
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. 652

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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.
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. 554
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.

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Index
Starting Assist Brake Function................ 458
Starting the Engine .................................. 436
Does Not Start ........................................ 648
If the Battery Is Dead............................... 652
Steering Wheel
Adjusting ................................................ 195
Stopping ................................................... 562
Summer Tires ............................................ 626
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 213
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 54
Switches
(Around the Steering Wheel) ........ 8, 9, 180
System Message Indicator ......................... 99
System Updates ........................................ 275
T
Tachometer.............................................. 109
Temperature Gauge .................................................... 110
Outside Temperature Display .................. 111
Temperature Sensor ........................ 111, 227
Time (Setting) ........................................... 154
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 462
Indicator ........................................... 97, 663 Tires
........................................................... 617
Air Pressure ............................. 618, 677, 679
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 617
Inspection ................................................ 617
Labeling .................................................. 618
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 641
Regulations ............................................. 620
Rotation .................................................. 624
Spare Tire ................................ 641, 677, 679
Summer .................................................. 626
Tire Chains .............................................. 625
Wear Indicators ....................................... 622
Winter ..................................................... 625
Tools .......................................................... 640
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 435
Emergency .............................................. 670
TPMS
(Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ......... 462
Indicator ............................................ 97, 663
Traffic Jam Assist ...................................... 528
Traffic Sign Recognition System .............. 545
Transmission ..................................... 443, 445
Fluid ........................................................ 607
Shift Position Indicator ............... 93, 444, 446
Trip Computer .......................................... 266
Trip Meter ......................................... 116, 140
Troubleshooting ....................................... 639
Blown Fuse ...................................... 664, 666
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 33
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 34 Emergency Towing .................................. 670
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 648
Noise When Braking .................................. 35
Overheating ............................................ 656
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 641
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 33, 168
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 655
Warning Indicators .................................... 88
Trunk ......................................................... 170
Lid........................................................... 170
Light Bulb........................................ 676, 678
Release Cord ........................................... 672
Unable to Open....................................... 672
Turbo Engine Vehicle ............................... 579
Turn Signals .............................................. 182
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 98U
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 159
Unlocking the Front Doors
from the Inside ....................................... 166
USB Flash Drives ............... 230, 245, 304, 335
USB Port(s) ................................................ 231
Using the Keyless Access System ............. 159