jump start HONDA CIVIC 2016 10.G Owners Manual

Contents
Child Safety P. 58Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 70Safety Labels P. 71
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 141 Security System P. 144 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 147
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 151 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 165
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 175 Heating System
* P. 187
Audio Error Messages P. 293General Information on the Audio System P. 296
When Driving P. 396 Braking P. 451Parking Your Vehicle P. 467
Fuel Economy P. 473 Accessories and Modifications P. 474
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 489 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 504
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 516 Battery P. 525 Remote Transmitter Care P. 527
Cleaning P. 530
Engine Does Not Start P. 543 Jump Starting P. 546 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 549
Fuses P. 558 Emergency Towing P. 562 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 563
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 573 Reporting Safety Defects P. 574
Authorized Manuals P. 579 Customer Service Information P. 580
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 73
ControlsP. 121
FeaturesP. 197
DrivingP. 389
MaintenanceP. 475
Handling the UnexpectedP. 535
InformationP. 567
IndexP. 581
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Quick Reference Guide
27
Handling the Unexpected (P 535)
Flat Tire (P 537)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the comp act spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P 552)
● Identify the indica tor and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won’t Start
(P 543)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 558)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 550)
● 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 562)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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451Continued
Driving
Braking
Brake System
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. You can
manually apply and release, or automatically release it.
■Manual operations
Use the electric parking brake switch to a pply or release the parking brake. Manually
releasing the parking brake using the switch helps your vehicle start slowly and
smoothly when facing down hill on steep hills.
■To apply manually
The electric parking brake can be applied any
time the vehicle has battery, no matter which
position the ignition switch
*1 is in.
Pull the electric parking brake switch up gently
and securely. u The parking brake indicator comes on.
■To release manually
The vehicle must be ON
(w*1 in order to
release the electric parking brake.
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the electric parking brake switch.
u The parking brake indicator goes off.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Parking Brake1 Parking Brake
You may hear the electric parking brake system
operating from the rear wh eel area when you apply
or release the parking brake. This is normal.
The brake pedal may slightly move due to the electric
parking brake system opera tion when you apply or
release the parking brake. This is normal.
You cannot apply or release the parking brake if the
battery goes dead.
2 Jump Starting P. 546
If you pull up and hold the electric parking brake switch while
driving, the brakes on all four wheels are applied by the VSA
system until the vehicle come to a stop. The electric parking
brake then applies, and the switch should be released.
In the following situations, the parking brake
automatically operates.
•When the vehicle stops with the automatic brake
hold system activated for more than 10 minutes.
•When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while your
vehicle is stopped and the brake hold system is applied.
•When the engine is turned off while the brake hold
system is applied.
•When there is a problem with the brake hold
system while brake hold is applied.
•When the vehicle is stops more than 10 minutes
while ACC with LSF is activated.
•When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while your
vehicle is stopped automatically by ACC with LSF.
•When the engine is turned off while ACC with LSF
is activated.
•When there is a problem with the electric parking brake
switch, after you turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0*1.
Models with ACC with LSF
Manual transmission models
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
Electric Parking
Brake Switch
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535
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 536
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 537
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 543
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 544
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 545
Jump Starting .................................... 546
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 549
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 550 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 552
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 552
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 553
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 554
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes
On ................................................. 555 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 556
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 557
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 558
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 561
Emergency Towing ........................... 562
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 563
When You Cannot Open the Trunk.....564
Refueling ........................................... 565
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543
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 driver information interface.●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 544
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 152
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. 525●If the interior lights come on normally2 Fuses P. 558
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
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. 396
Check the immobilize r system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 144
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 103
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 561
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 562
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 546
Models with smart entry system
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546
Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Jump Starting Procedure
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15-
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Booster Battery
1.5 ℓ engine models
2.0 ℓ engine models
Booster Battery
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Continued547
uuJump Starting uJump Starting Procedure
Handling the Unexpected
4. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the engine mounting bolt
as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable
to any other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your ve hicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.1 Jump Starting
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.1.5 ℓ engine models
2.0 ℓ engine models
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uuJump Starting uJump Starting Procedure
548
Handling the Unexpected
Once your vehicle's engine has started, re move the jumper cables in the following
order.
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a n earby service station or a dealer.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts1 What to Do After the Engine Starts
The VSA ® and CMBS
TM * indicators may come on
when your turn the ignition switch to ON ( w*1 after
re-connecting a battery.
Drive a short distance at more than12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If either or both do not,
have your vehicle ch ecked by a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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Index
Automatic Lighting.................................. 157
Average Fuel Economy ..................... 105, 109
Average Speed .......................................... 109
B
Battery....................................................... 525
Charging System Indicator ................. 77, 552
Jump Starting .......................................... 546
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 525
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 527
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 36
Beverage Holders ...................................... 179
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 276
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 333, 356
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 69
Brake System ............................................. 451
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 457
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 454
Brake Assist System ................................. 458
Fluid ........................................................ 502
Foot Brake ............................................... 453
Indicator (Red) ........................... 74, 554, 555
Parking Brake .......................................... 451
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 162
Bulb Replacement ..................................... 504
Brake Light, Tail/Rear Side Marker Light, Rear
Turn Signal Lights and Back-Up Lights .... 511
Fog Lights ................................................ 506
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 509
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 508 Headlights ............................................... 504
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 513
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 510
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 512
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 510
Taillights.................................................. 512
Bulb Specifications ........................... 568, 570
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 70
Carrying Cargo ................................. 391, 393
Certification Label .................................... 572
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 504
Charging System Indicator ................. 77, 552
Child Safety ................................................. 58
Childproof Door Locks............................. 136
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 143
Child Seat .................................................... 58
Booster Seats ............................................ 69
Child Seat for Infants................................. 60
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 61
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 65
Larger Children ......................................... 68
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 60
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 62
Using a Tether ........................................... 66
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 136
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 532 Cleaning the Interior
............................... 530
Climate Control System ........................... 190
Changing the Mode................................ 190
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ...................................... 188, 193
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 529
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode........... 188, 192
Sensors ................................................... 196
Synchronized Mode ................................ 195
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 190
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 459
Coat Hooks ............................................... 184
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 459
Compact Spare Tire .................. 537, 569, 571
Console Compartment ............................. 178
Continuously Variable Transmission Creeping................................................. 404
Fluid ....................................................... 501
Kickdown ............................................... 404
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 24, 406
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 549
Shifting ................................................... 405
Controls .................................................... 121
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 499
Adding the Coolant ................................ 500
Overheating ............................................ 550
Creeping (Continuously Variable Transmission) .......................................... 404
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Index
Cruise Control.......................................... 411
Indicator ................................................... 84
Cup Holders .............................................. 179
Customer Service Information ................ 580
Customized Features ....................... 111, 302
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 159
Dead Battery ............................................ 546
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 332
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 188, 193
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 573
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 156
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 165
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 493
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 156
Display Button .......................................... 224
Display Setup ............................................ 211
Display/Information Button .................... 107
Door Mirrors ............................................. 166
Doors ........................................................ 124
Auto Door Locking.................................. 137
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 137
Door and Trunk Open Indicator........... 35, 80
Keys........................................................ 124
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 134 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside............................................ 127
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 133
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 519
Driver Information Interface ................... 107
Driving ....................................................... 389
Braking .................................................... 451
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 404
Cruise Control ......................................... 411
Shifting Gear ........................................... 407
Shifting Position ...................................... 405
Starting the Engine .......................... 396, 398
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 529
E
Eco Assist System.......................................... 9
ECON Button ............................................. 410
Elapsed Time ............................................. 109
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ........ 80
Indicator ............................................ 80, 556
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 441
Emergency ................................................ 562
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 545
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 143
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 575
Engine
Coolant ................................................... 499
Jump Starting .......................................... 546
Oil ........................................................... 492 Starting ........................................... 396, 398
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 151
Engine Coolant ......................................... 499
Adding the Coolant................................. 500
Overheating ............................................ 550
Temperature Gauge ................................ 103
Engine Oil ................................................. 492
Adding .................................................... 495
Checking................................................. 493
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 479, 484
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 76, 552
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 492
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 152
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 556
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................................. 70
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 166
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 532
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 166
F
Features.................................................... 197
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 529
Oil ........................................................... 496
Flat Tire ..................................................... 537
Floor Mats ................................................. 531
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