overheating HONDA CIVIC HATCHBACK 2021 Owner's Manual (in English)

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. 35
For Safe Driving P. 36 Seat Belts P. 40 Airbags P. 48
2Instrument Panel P. 81
Indicators P. 82 Gauges and Driver Information Interface P. 122
2Controls P. 143
Clock P. 144 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 145
Moonroof* P. 170
Adjusting the Seats P. 193
2 Features P. 225
Audio System P. 226 Audio System Basic Operation P. 233, 251
Customized Features P. 343, 350 HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver*P. 380
2 Driving P. 443
Before Driving P. 444 Towing a Trailer P. 450
Parking Your Vehicle P. 558 Multi-View Rear Camera P. 560
2Maintenance P. 569
Before Performing Maintenance P. 570 Maintenance MinderTM P. 573
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 604
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 624
2Handling the Unexpected P. 633
Tools P. 634 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 635
Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 665 Overheating P. 666
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 680
2 Information P. 683
Specifications P. 684 Identification Numbers P. 686
Emissions Testing P. 689 Warranty Coverages P. 692
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Quick Reference Guide
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Handling the Unexpected (P 633)
Flat Tire (P 635)
●Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the temporary tire repair kit.
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
cargo area.
Indicators Come On
(P 668)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Models with temporary tire repair kit
Models with a compact spare tire
Engine Won’t Start
(P 659)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 674)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 666)
●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 679)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high.2Overheating P. 666
●Appears while you are customizing the settings and
the shift lever is moved out of
(P.
●Appears while you are customizing the settings and
the parking brake is released.2Customized Features P. 134
●Appears if the automatic br ake hold is automatically
canceled while it is in operation.●Immediately depress the brake pedal.
Continuously
variable
transmission models
Manual transmission
models
Continuously variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
Continuously
variable
transmission models
Manual transmission
models
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Instrument Panel
Gauges and Driver Information Interface
Gauges
Gauges include the speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, and related indicators.
They are displayed when the ignition switch is in ON
(w*1.
Displays your driving speed in mph or km/h.
Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Speedometer
■Tachometer
■Fuel Gauge
■Temperature Gauge
1 Gauges
Press the (display /information) button
repeatedly until the ic on is shown on the driver
information interface. Press ENTER , then press and
hold it again. The spee dometer reading and the
displayed measurements wi ll switch between mph
and km/h.
1 Fuel Gauge
NOTICE
You should refuel when the reading approaches .
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
damaging the cata lytic converter.
The actual amount of remain ing fuel may differ from
the fuel gauge reading.E
1 Temperature Gauge
NOTICE
Driving with the temperat ure gauge pointer in the
upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull
safely to the side of th e road and allow engine
temperature to return to normal.
2 Overheating P. 666
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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
■Inflation guidelines
Properly inflated tires provid e the best combination of hand ling, tread life, and comfort.
Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or spec ifications page for the specified pressure.
Underinflated tires wear unev enly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and
are more likely to fail from overheating.
Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride ha rshly, are more prone to road hazards,
and wear unevenly.
Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
At least once a month or before long trips , use a gauge to measure the pressure in
all tires, including the spare
*. Even tires in good condition can lose 1–2 psi (10–20
kPa, 0.1–0.2 kgf/cm2) per month.
■Inspection guidelines
Every time you check inflation, also examine the tires and valve stems.
Look for:
• Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tr ead. Replace the tire if you find any cuts,
splits, or cracks in the side of the tire . Replace it if you see fabric or cord.
• Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.
• Uneven tread wear. Have a deal er check the wheel alignment.
• Excessive tread wear.
2 Wear Indicators P. 614
•Cracks or other damage around valve stem.
1Checking Tires
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This
means the vehicle has been parked for at least three
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If
necessary, add or releas e air until the specified
pressure is reached.
If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as much as
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.4 kgf/cm
2) higher than if
checked when cold.
Whenever tire pressure is adjusted, you must
calibrate the TPMS. 2 TPMS Calibration P. 483
Have a dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent
vibration while driving. Ne w tires and any that have
been removed and reinst alled should be properly
balanced.
Check the spare tire
* pressure once a month or
before long trips.
3WARNING
Using tires that are excessively worn or
improperly inflated can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding tire inflation and
maintenance.
U.S. models
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 634
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 635
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 648
Handling of the Jack
*
How to Set Up the Jack .................... 656
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 659
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .. 660
Models with temporary tire repair kit
Models with a compact spare tire
Canadian models with temporary tire repair kit
Models with smart entry system
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 661
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 662
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 665
Overheating ...................................... 666
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On................................................ 668
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 668
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 669
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 670
Models with smart entry systemIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake System
Indicator (Amber) Comes On ....................... 671
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On......................... 672
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks
*...................... 673
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 674
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 678
Emergency Towing ........................... 679
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 680If You Cannot Open the Hatch ........ 681
Refueling ........................................... 682
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge pointer is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• The Stop Driving When Safe. Engine Temperature Too Hot message appears
on the driver information interface.
• 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 Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge
pointer at the mark may damage the engine.
Continuing to drive with the Stop Driving When
Safe. Engine Temperature Too Hot. message on
the driver information interface may damage the
engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seri ously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
H
H
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the Stop Driving
When Safe. Engine Temperature Too
Hot message on the driver information
interface 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 cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge pointer has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergen cy/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the reserve tank 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 reserve tank
cap.
Reserve Tank
1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
Reserve Tank
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Index
Continuously Variable TransmissionCreeping ................................................. 460
Fluid ........................................................ 591
Kickdown ................................................ 460
Operating the Shift Lever ................... 24, 462
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 665
Shifting.................................................... 461
Controls ..................................................... 143
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 589
Adding the Coolant ................................. 590
Overheating............................................. 666
Creeping (Continuously Variable Transmission) ........................................... 460
Cup Holders ............................................... 205
Customer Service Information ................. 696
Customized Features ........................ 134, 350
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 180
Dead Battery ............................................. 662
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 379
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 221
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 687
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 177
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 190
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 583
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 176
Display Button .......................................... 252 Display Setup
............................................ 239
Display/Information Button ..................... 125
Door Mirrors ............................................. 192
Doors ......................................................... 145
Auto Door Locking .................................. 159
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 159
Keys ........................................................ 145
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .................................................... 156
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................. 147
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 612
Drive Mode Switch ................................... 473
Driver Information Interface ................... 124
Driving ...................................................... 443
Braking ................................................... 549
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 460
Shifting Gear ........................................... 468
Shifting Position ...................................... 461
Starting the Engine.......................... 451, 454
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 624
E
Eco Assist System........................................ 11
ECON Mode .............................................. 472
Elapsed Time ............................................. 128
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ........ 89
Indicator............................................ 89, 672
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 475
Emergency ................................................ 679 Emergency Engine Stop
........................... 661
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 689
Engine Coolant .................................................. 589
If the Battery Is Dead............................... 662
Oil .......................................................... 582
Starting........................................... 451, 454
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 171
Engine Coolant ........................................ 589
Adding the Coolant ................................ 590
Overheating ............................................ 666
Temperature Gauge ................................ 122
Engine Oil ................................................. 582
Adding ................................................... 585
Checking ................................................ 583
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 574
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 84, 668
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 582
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 172
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 672
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 79
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 628
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 192F
Features.................................................... 225
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 624
Oil .......................................................... 586
Flat Tire ..................................................... 635
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Index
Load Limits............................................... 447
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 145
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 159
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 158
From Inside ............................................. 156
From Outside .......................................... 147
Keys........................................................ 145
Using a Key............................................. 154
Low Battery Charge ................................. 668
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 88
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 84, 668
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 146
Lower Anchors ........................................... 69
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 447
M
Maintenance............................................ 569
Adding the Coolant ................................ 590
Battery .................................................... 620
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 592
Cleaning ................................................. 625
Climate Control System .......................... 624
Coolant .................................................. 589
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 573
Oil .......................................................... 583
Precautions ............................................. 570
Remote Transmitter ................................ 622
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 594
Safety ..................................................... 571 Service Items ........................................... 576
Tires ........................................................ 609
Transmission Fluid ................................... 591
Under the Hood ...................................... 579
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 85, 669
Manual Transmission ................................ 468
Map Lights ................................................ 202
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 447
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 122
Mirrors ....................................................... 190
Adjusting ................................................. 190
Door ........................................................ 192
Exterior .................................................... 192
Interior Rearview ..................................... 190
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 631
Moonroof .................................................. 170
MP3 ................................................... 245, 300
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 560
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 686
O
Odometer.................................................. 127
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 582
Adding .................................................... 585
Checking ................................................. 583
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 574
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 84, 668 Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 582
Viscosity .................................................. 582
Open Source Licenses ............................... 341
Opening Hatch ...................................................... 681
Opening/Closing Hatch ...................................................... 160
Hood....................................................... 581
Moonroof ............................................... 170
Power Windows ...................................... 167
Outside Temperature Display .................. 129
Overheating .............................................. 666
P
Paddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual
Shift Mode) ............................... 25, 465, 466
Pandora ®................................................. 298
Panic Mode ............................................... 166
Parking ...................................................... 558
Parking Brake ........................................... 549
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Amber) ..................................... 83
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator (Red) .......................... 82, 670, 671
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 61
Passing Indicators ..................................... 177
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 248, 303
Power Windows ....................................... 167
Precautions While Driving ....................... 459
Rain ........................................................ 459
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