jump cable HONDA CIVIC HYBRID 2013 9.G Owners Manual
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312Handling the Unexpected
Jump StartingTurn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood.
1.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
2.Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
uUse a 12-volt booster battery only.
3.Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
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 vehicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.■Jump Starting Procedure
1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the engine 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.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engine from starting.
3
WARNING
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
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uuJump Startingu
Handling the Unexpected
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, remove 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 nearby service station or a dealer.■What to Do After the Engine Starts
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Index
337Index
Index
AAccessories and Modifications................ 250
Accessory Power Sockets......................... 137
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 266
Engine Oil ............................................... 263
Washer ................................................... 270
Additives, Engine Oil............................... 261
Adjusting
Front Seats.............................................. 129
Head Restraints ....................................... 131
Headlights .............................................. 271
Mirrors.................................................... 128
Steering Wheel ....................................... 127
Temperature ............................................. 87
Air Conditioning System (Climate
Control System)...................................... 140
Changing the Mode................................ 140
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 141
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 290
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 140
Sensor .................................................... 142
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 140
Air Pressure...................................... 279, 327
Airbags....................................................... 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ........................................ 43
Airbag Care .............................................. 51
Event Data Recorders ................................ 24
Front Airbags (SRS) ................................... 42Indicator .............................................. 49, 71
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 50
Sensors...................................................... 45
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 48
AM/FM Radio............................................ 150
Ambient Meter............................................. 8
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 242
Indicator .................................................... 71
Audio Antenna......................................... 145
Audio Remote Controls...................... 17, 148
Audio System............................................ 144
Adjusting the Sound ................................ 149
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 146
Error Messages ........................................ 168
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 163
Reactivating............................................. 146
Recommended CDs ................................. 172
Recommended Drives .............................. 174
Remote Controls ..................................... 148
Security Code .......................................... 146
Theft Protection....................................... 146
USB Adapter Cable .................................. 145
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 174
Authorized Manuals................................. 335
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 111
Customize ........................................... 91, 98
Auto Idle Stop........................................... 222
Auto Idle Stop Indicator............................. 73
Automatic Lighting.................................. 121Automatic Transmission (CVT)................. 218
Creeping ................................................. 218
Fluid ........................................................ 268
Kickdown ................................................ 218
Operating the Shift Lever................... 18, 220
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 314
Shifting ................................................... 219
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 146
Average Fuel Economy.............................. 86
Average Speed........................................... 87
BBattery...................................................... 288
Charging System Indicator................. 69, 317
Jump Starting .......................................... 312
Maintenance (Checking the 12 Volt
Battery) ................................................. 288
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 289
Belts (Seat).................................................. 32
Beverage Holders..................................... 136
Bluetooth® Audio..................................... 166
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®..................... 175
Booster Seats (For Children)...................... 63