heating HONDA CIVIC 2014 9.G Owner's Manual

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 410
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 411
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire....... 418
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 426If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 427Emergency Engine Stop ................... 428
Jump Starting .................................... 429
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 432Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 433
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 435If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 435
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 436If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................................... 437
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ............................. 437If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 438
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 439
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 441
Emergency Towing ........................... 442

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Handling the Unexpected
OverheatingHow to Handle OverheatingOverheating symptoms are as follows:
•The high temperature indicator comes on or the engine suddenly loses power.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle OverheatingNOTICEContinuing to drive with the high temperature
indicator on may damage the engine.
3
WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the ho od if steam is coming
out.

uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
434Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the high temperature
indicator goes off.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.■Last thing to do
Once the engine has co oled sufficiently, restart it and check the high temperature
indicator.
If the high temperature indicator is off, resume driving. If it stays on, contact a dealer
for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
MAX
Reserve Tank
MIN

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Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about one minute.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
3. Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the heating and cooling system
*/climate control system
*, rear
defogger, and other electrical systems, and immediately contact a dealer
for repairs.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes OnNOTICERunning the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engine may rapidly discharge
the battery.
* Not available on all models

Index
457Index
Index
AABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 339
Accessories and Modifications ................ 347
Accessory Power Socket ........................... 159
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 371
Engine Oil ............................................... 364
Washer ................................................... 375
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 364
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 153
Clock ...................................................... 104
Front Seats.............................................. 146
Head Restraints ....................................... 149
Mirrors.................................................... 144
Rear Seats ............................................... 152
Steering Wheel ....................................... 143
Temperature ............................................. 89
Adjusting the Clock ................................. 104
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 165
Changing the Mode................................ 166
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 166
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 403
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 166
Sensor .................................................... 167
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 165 Air Conditioning System (Heating and
Cooling System) ...................................... 161
Cooling ................................................... 163
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 164
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 403
Heating ................................................... 162
Air Pressure ............................... 392, 445, 447
Airbags ........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ......................................... 42
Airbag Care ............................................... 51
Event Data Recorder .................................. 24
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator .............................................. 49, 71
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 50
Sensors ...................................................... 39
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 48
AM/FM Radio ............................ 177, 181, 204
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 339
Indicator .................................................... 71
Armrest ..................................................... 153
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 174
Audio System ............................................ 170
Adjusting the Sound ................ 176, 180, 202
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 172
Error Messages ........................................ 224 General Information ................................ 230
Internet Radio ................................. 190, 213
iPod ........................................................ 210
MP3/WMA ...................................... 178, 184
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................... 192, 215, 220
Reactivating ............................................ 173
Recommended CDs ................................. 230
Recommended Devices............................ 232
Remote Controls ..................................... 174
Security Code .......................................... 173
Theft Protection ...................................... 173
USB Adapter Cable.......................... 171, 172
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 232
USB/HDMI
® Port ...................................... 171
Authorized Manuals ................................ 455
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 117
Customize ......................................... 97, 118
Automatic Lighting .................................. 137
Automatic Transmission
Creeping ................................................. 319
Kickdown ................................................ 319
Operating the Shift Lever........................... 17
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 432
Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................. 319
Fluid ........................................................ 373
Operating the Shift Lever......................... 321
Shifting ................................................... 320
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 172
Average Fuel Economy ........................ 85, 88
Average Speed .......................
.................... 88

458Index
BBattery....................................................... 400
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 435
Jump Starting .......................................... 429
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 400
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 401
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ...................................... 158
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 195, 218
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 246, 277
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 63
Brake System ............................................. 337
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 339
Brake Assist System ................................. 340
Fluid ........................................................ 374
Foot Brake ............................................... 338
Indicator (Amber)....................................... 68
Indicator (Red) ................................... 68, 437
Parking Brake .......................................... 337
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 141
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 376
Brake/Taillights, Rear Turn Signal Lights and
Rear Side Marker Lights ......................... 385
Fog Lights ................................................ 380
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker
Lights..................................................... 383
Headlights ............................................... 376
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 388
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 387
Taillights and Back-Up Lights ................... 386
Bulb Specifications ............................ 444, 446
CCarbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 64
Carrying Cargo ................................. 305, 307
CD Player ................................... 178, 184, 207
Center Pocket ........................................... 157
Certification Label .................................... 448
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 376
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 435
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks............................. 116
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 124
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................ 63
Child Seat for Infants................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt ......................................................... 59
Larger Children ......................................... 62
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Using a Tether ........................................... 61
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 116
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 406
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 404
Climate Control System ............................ 165
Changing the Mode ................................ 165
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 166
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 403
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 166
Sensors ................................................... 167 Using Automatic Climate Control............ 165
Clutch Fluid .............................................. 374
Coat Hook ................................................ 159
Compact Spare Tire .................. 411, 445, 447
Console Compartment ............................. 156
Controls .................................................... 103
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 371
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 372
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 371
High Temperature Indicator ...................... 72
Low Temperature Indicator ....................... 75
Overheating ............................................ 433
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 319
Cruise Control .......................................... 326
Indicator ................................................... 76
Cup Holders .............................................. 158
Customer Service Information ................ 456
Customized Features ......................... 90, 233
DDaytime Running Lights .......................... 139
Dead Battery ............................................ 429
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ......................................... 164, 166
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 449
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 136
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 144
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 365
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 136

459Index
Display Button.......................................... 198
Display/Information Button ...................... 86
Door Mirrors ............................................. 144
Doors ........................................................ 106
Auto Door Locking.................................. 117
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 117
Door Open Indicator ........................... 31, 72
Keys........................................................ 106
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 114
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ........................................... 109
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 113
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 394
Driving ...................................................... 303
Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 319
Braking ................................................... 337
Cruise Control ........................................ 326
Shifting Gear .......................................... 322
Shifting Position ...................................... 320
Starting the Engine ......................... 313, 315
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 403EEco Assist System.......................................... 7
ECON Button ............................................ 325
Elapsed Time .............................................. 88
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ........ 73
Indicator ........................................... 73, 437
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 329Emergency
................................................ 442
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 428
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 124
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 451
Engine ....................................................... 448
Coolant ................................................... 371
Jump Starting .......................................... 429
Oil ........................................................... 364
Starting ........................................... 313, 315
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 131
Engine Coolant ......................................... 371
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 372
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 371
High Temperature Indicator ....................... 72
Low Temperature Indicator ........................ 75
Overheating ............................................ 433
Engine Oil ................................................. 364
Adding .................................................... 367
Checking ................................................. 365
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 353, 357
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 69, 435
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 364
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 132
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 437
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon
Monoxide) ................................................. 64
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 145
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 406
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 144
FFeatures.................................................... 169
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 403
Oil ........................................................... 368
Flat Tire ..................................................... 411
Floor Mats ................................................. 405
Fluids
Brake/Clutch ........................................... 374
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) ..................................................... 373
Engine Coolant ....................................... 371
Manual Transmission ............................... 373
Windshield Washer ................................. 375
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 74
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 152
Foot Brake ................................................ 338
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 42
Front Seats ................................................ 146
Adjusting ................................................ 146
Fuel ...................................................... 18, 343
Economy ................................................. 346
Gauge ....................................................... 82
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 82, 89
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
Range ................................................. 85, 88
Recommendation .................................... 343
Refueling................................................. 343
Fuel Economy ........................................... 346
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 18, 345
Message.................................................. 436

460Index
Fuel Fill Door....................................... 18, 344
Fuses .......................................................... 439
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 441
Locations ......................................... 439, 440GGasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 346
Gauge ....................................................... 82
Information ............................................. 343
Instant Fuel Economy ........................... 82, 89
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
Refueling ................................................. 343
Gauges ......................................................... 82
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission (CVT) ................. 320
Manual Transmission ............................... 323
Glass (care) ................................................ 407
Glove Box .................................................. 156HHalogen Bulbs ................................... 376, 380
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 409
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)....................... 246, 277
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History .................................... 262, 289
Automatic Transferring ............................ 260
Caller’s ID Information ............................. 260
Displaying Messages ........................ 273, 298 HFL Buttons..................................... 246, 277
HFL Menus ...................................... 248, 279
HFL Status Display ........................... 247, 278
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 247
Making a Call .................................. 266, 292
Options During a Call ...................... 271, 295
Phone Setup.................................... 253, 283
Receiving a Call ............................... 270, 295
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail...... 272, 296
Ring Tone................................................ 288
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 297
Speed Dial ....................................... 263, 290
Text Message .................. 258, 272, 287, 296
To Clear the System ................................ 261
To Create a Security PIN .......................... 259
To Set Up a Text Message/E-mail
Options ......................................... 258, 287
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 2
Head Restraints ........................................ 149
Headlights ................................................. 136
Aiming .................................................... 376
Automatic Operation............................... 137
Dimming ......................................... 136, 139
Operating................................................ 136
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 160
Heating and Cooling System ................... 161
Cooling ................................................... 163
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 164
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 403
Heating ................................................... 162 HFL (HandsFreeLink
®) ...................... 246, 277
High Beam Indicator .................................. 74
Hill Start Assist System ..................... 314, 317
IIdentification Numbers ............................ 448
Engine and Transmission ......................... 448
Vehicle Identification............................... 448
Ignition Switch ......................................... 131
Illumination Control ................................ 141
Knob ...................................................... 141
i-MID ........................................................... 86
Immobilizer System .................................. 125
Indicator ................................................... 75
Indicators .................................................... 68
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 71
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 68
Charging System............................... 69, 435
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 76, 327
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 76, 326
Daytime Running Lights ............................ 73
Door Open.......................................... 31, 72
ECON Mode ..................................... 76, 325
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................ 73, 437
Fog Light .................................................. 74
High Beam ................................................ 74
High Temperature ..................................... 72
Immobilizer System ................................... 75
i-VTEC ................................................ 76, 83

462Index
MMaintenance............................................. 349
Battery..................................................... 400
Brake/Clutch Fluid.................................... 374
Cleaning .................................................. 404
Climate Control System ........................... 403
Coolant ................................................... 371
Heating and Cooling System .................... 403
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 353
Oil ........................................................... 365
Precautions .............................................. 350
Radiator................................................... 372
Remote Transmitter ................................. 401
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 376
Safety ...................................................... 351
Service Items.................................... 355, 359
Tires ........................................................ 391
Transmission Fluid.................................... 373
Under the Hood....................................... 361
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 436
Manual Transmission ................................ 322
Map Lights ................................................ 155
Maximum Load Limit ................................ 307
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 82
Mirrors ....................................................... 144
Adjusting ................................................. 144
Door ........................................................ 144
Exterior .................................................... 144
Interior Rearview...................................... 144 Modifications (and Accessories)
.............. 347
Moonroof ................................................. 130
MP3 ................... 178, 184, 192, 207, 215, 220
NNumbers (Identification) .......................... 448OOdometer............................................. 84, 87
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 364
Adding .................................................... 367
Checking................................................. 365
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 353, 357
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 435
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 364
Viscosity .................................................. 364
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 363
Moonroof ............................................... 130
Power Windows ...................................... 128
Trunk ...................................................... 121
Outside Temperature Display .................... 89
Overheating .............................................. 433PPandora®........................................... 191, 214
Panic Mode ............................................... 127 Parking
..................................................... 341
Parking Brake ........................................... 337
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .................................................. 68, 437
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 50
Passing Indicators ..................................... 136
Power Windows ....................................... 128
Precautions While Driving ....................... 318
Rain ........................................................ 318
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) ................................. 411, 418
RRadiator.................................................... 372
Radio (AM/FM) ......................... 177, 181, 204
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 183, 205
Range .................................................... 85, 88
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 183, 205
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ...... 451
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 142
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 152
Rearview Camera ..................................... 342
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 144
Refueling .................................................. 343
Fuel Gauge ............................................... 82
Gasoline ................................. 343, 444, 446
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
Regulations .............................. 335, 394, 449

464Index
Tire Repair Kit........................................... 418
Tires ........................................................... 391
Air Pressure ............................. 392, 445, 447
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 391
Inspection ................................................ 391
Labeling................................................... 392
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 411
Regulations.............................................. 394
Rotation .................................................. 398
Spare Tire ................................ 411, 445, 447
Summer................................................... 399
Tire Chains .............................................. 399
Tire Repair Kit .......................................... 418
Wear Indicators ....................................... 396
Winter ..................................................... 399
Tools .......................................................... 410
Towing a Trailer ........................................ 309
Equipment and Accessories...................... 310
Load Limits .............................................. 309
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 312
Emergency............................................... 442
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 333
Indicator ............................................ 73, 438
Transmission ...................................... 320, 322
Automatic (CVT) ...................................... 320
Fluid ........................................................ 373
Manual .................................................... 322
Number ................................................... 448
Shift Lever Position Indicator .............. 70, 321 Trip Meter
............................................. 84, 87
Troubleshooting ....................................... 409
Blown Fuse...................................... 439, 440
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 21
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 22
Emergency Towing .................................. 442
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 426
Noise When Braking .................................. 22
Overheating ............................................ 433
Premium Gasoline ........................... 343, 446
Puncture/Flat Tire ............................ 411, 418
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 22, 116
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 432
Warning Indicators .................................... 68
Trunk ......................................................... 121
Lid........................................................... 121
Light Bulb........................................ 444, 446
Turn Signals .............................................. 136
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 74
UUnlocking the Doors ................................ 109
Unlocking the Front Doors from
the Inside ................................................ 114
USB Adapter Cable ........................... 170, 172
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 232
USB/HDMI ® Port ........................................ 171
Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ..................................................... 111
VValet Key .................................................. 107
Vanity Mirrors .............................................. 5
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 448
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) ................. 329
Off Button .............................................. 330
Off Indicator ............................................. 72
System Indicator ....................................... 72
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 364, 445, 447
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) ................. 329WWallpaper........................................... 98, 200
Warning and Information Messages ........ 77
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 435
Warning Labels .......................................... 65
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 453
Watts ................................................ 444, 446
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 396
Wheel Cover ............................................. 415
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 414
Window Washers ..................................... 140
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 375
Switch .................................................... 140
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 128