Honda Civic (2022 year). Manual in english — page 40

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If a Tire Goes Flat

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Changing a Flat Tire

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1.

Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire.

2.

Wipe the mounting surfaces of the wheel
with a clean cloth.

3.

Mount the compact spare tire.

4.

Screw the wheel nuts until they touch the
lips around the mounting holes, then stop
rotating.

5.

Lower the vehicle and remove the jack.
Tighten the wheel nuts in the order
indicated in the image. Go around,
tightening the nuts, two to three times in
this order.

Wheel nut torque:

80 lbf∙ft (108 N∙m, 11 kgf∙m)

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Replacing the Flat Tire

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Replacing the Flat Tire

Do not over tighten the wheel nuts by applying extra
torque using your foot or a pipe.

Make sure the wire support ring is hooked into the
clips around the edge of the wheel cover.

Align the valve mark on the wheel cover to the tire
valve on the wheel, then install the wheel cover.

Models with wheel cover

Clips

Clips

Valve Mark

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If a Tire Goes Flat

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Changing a Flat Tire

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1.

Remove the center cap.

2.

Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire
well.

3.

Remove the spacer cone from the wing
bolt, flip it over, and insert it back on the
bolt. Secure the flat tire with the wing bolt.

4.

Securely store the jack, wheel nut wrench,
and jack handle bar back in the tool case.
Store the case in the trunk.

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Storing the Flat Tire

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Replacing the Flat Tire

Make sure the wire support ring is on the outer side
of the tire valve as shown.

Models with wheel cover

Tire Valve

Wire Support Ring

1

Storing the Flat Tire

3

WARNING

Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.

Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.

Models with
aluminum
wheels

Center Cap

Models with aluminum wheels

Spacer Cone

Wing Bolt

For
compact
spare tire

For full-
size tire

All models

All models

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If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. After driving for a few miles (kilometers),

Tire

pressure monitor system problem. Check tire pressure. See your dealer.

will

appear on the driver information interface and the indicator will start blinking for a
short time and then stay on; however, this is normal and is no cause for concern.

Calibrate the TPMS when you replace the tire with a specified regular tire.

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TPMS Calibration

P. 463

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TPMS and the Compact Spare Tire

U.S. models

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Engine Does Not Start

Checking the Engine

If the engine does not start, check the starter.

Starter condition

Checklist

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, touch start button with emblem side of remote

message appears

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If the Remote Key Battery is Weak

P. 649

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Make 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 lights and check the brightness.

●

If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all

2

Battery

P. 627

●

If the interior lights come on normally

2

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.

2

Immobilizer 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.

2

Inspecting and Changing Fuses

P. 668

If the problem continues:

2

Emergency Towing

P. 670

1

Checking the Engine

If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.

2

If the Battery Is Dead

P. 652

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If the Remote Key Battery is Weak

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If the Remote Key Battery is Weak

If the beeper sounds, the

To start, touch start button with emblem side of

remote

message appears on the driver information interface, and the

ENGINE

START/STOP

button flashes, and the engine won’t start, start the engine as

follows:

1.

Touch the center of the

ENGINE START/

STOP

button with the

H

logo on the

remote key while the

ENGINE START/

STOP

button is flashing. The buttons on

the remote key should be facing you.

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The

ENGINE START/STOP

button

flashes for about 30 seconds.

2.

Depress the brake pedal and press the

ENGINE START/STOP

button within 10

seconds after the beeper sounds and the

ENGINE START/STOP

button changes

from flashing to on.

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If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.

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Emergency Engine Start

If the engine does not start using the normal engine starting procedure, you may be
able to start it using the emergency start procedure below.

Do not use this procedure if it is not an emergency.

1.

Make sure the parking brake is applied.

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The parking brake and brake system indicator (red) comes on for 30 seconds
when you pull up the electric parking brake switch.

2.

Check that the transmission is in

(

P

, then set the power mode to ACCESSORY.

3.

Firmly depress the brake pedal, then press and hold the

ENGINE START/STOP

button for at least 15 seconds.

This should be considered a system malfunction even if you are able to start the
engine using the above procedure.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.

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Emergency Engine Stop

The

ENGINE START/STOP

button may be used to stop the engine due to an

emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, do either of the
following operations:

•

Press and hold the

ENGINE START/STOP

button for about two seconds.

•

Firmly press the

ENGINE START/STOP

button three times.

The steering wheel will not lock. However, because turning off the engine disables
the power assist the engine provides to the steering and braking systems, it will
require significantly more physical effort and time to steer and slow the vehicle. Use
both feet on the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle and stop immediately in a
safe place.

The power mode is in ACCESSORY when the engine is stopped.
To change the mode to VEHICLE OFF, put the transmission into

(

P

after the vehicle

comes to a complete stop.

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Emergency Engine Stop

Do not press the

ENGINE START/STOP

button while

driving unless it is absolutely necessary for the engine
to be turned off.
If you press the

ENGINE START/STOP

button while

driving, the beeper sounds.

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If the Battery Is Dead

Jump Starting Procedure

Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood.

1.

Open the cover on the positive

+

terminal.

2.

Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery

+

terminal.

3.

Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery

+

terminal.

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Use a 12-volt booster battery only.

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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.

4.

Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery

-

terminal.

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If the Battery Is Dead

Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the engine vibrates. Be careful
not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the cable
ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.

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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

1.5 L engine models

2.0 L engine models

Booster Battery

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If the Battery Is Dead

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5.

Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the stud bolt as shown. Do
not connect this jumper cable to any other
part.

6.

If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.

7.

Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.

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If the Battery Is Dead

Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engine from starting.

1.5 L engine models

2.0 L engine models

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If the Battery Is Dead

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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.

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What to Do After the Engine Starts

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What to Do After the Engine Starts

The Vehicle Stability Assist

TM

(VSA

®

) system, Vehicle

Stability Assist

TM

(VSA

®

)

OFF

, Adaptive Cruise Control

(ACC) with Low Speed Follow, safety support and low
tire pressure/ TPMS

*

indicators may come on in amber

along with a message in the gauge when you set the
power mode to ON after reconnecting the battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.

* Not available on all models

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Shift Lever Does Not Move

Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the

(

P

position.

1.

Set the parking brake.

2.

Remove the built-in key from the remote
key.

3.

Wrap a cloth around the tip of the built-in
key. Put it into the shift lock release slot as
shown in the image, and remove the cover.

4.

Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.

5.

While pushing the key in, press the shift
lever release button, and place the shift
lever into

(

N

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The lock is now released. Have the shift
lever checked by a dealer as soon as
possible.

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Releasing the Lock

Slot

Cover

Release Button

Shift Lock Release Slot

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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

Engine temperature too hot. Do not drive. Allow engine to cool.

message appears on the driver information interface.

•

Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.

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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.

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No steam or spray present:

Keep the engine running and open the hood.

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Steam or spray is present:

Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.

Then, open the hood.

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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

Engine temperature

too hot. Do not drive. Allow engine to cool.

message on the driver information interface may
damage the engine.

3

WARNING

Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.

Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.

Models with B-type meter

H

All models

Models with B-type meter

H

All models

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Next thing to do

1.

Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the

Engine

temperature too hot. Do not drive.
Allow engine to cool.

message on the

driver information interface disappears.

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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.

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If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the

MAX

mark.

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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.

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Last thing to do

Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the driver information
interface.
If the

Engine temperature too hot. Do not drive. Allow engine to cool.

message does not appear, resume driving. If it appears again, contact a dealer for
repairs.

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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/Blinking

If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears

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Reasons for the warning to appear

Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.

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What to do as soon as the warning
appears

1.

Immediately park the vehicle on level
ground in a safe place.

2.

If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights
on.

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What to do after parking the vehicle

1.

Stop the engine and let it sit for
approximately three minutes.

2.

Open the hood and check the oil level.

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Add oil as necessary.

2

Oil Check

P. 599

3.

Start the engine and check the low oil
pressure warning.

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The warning disappears: Start driving
again.

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The warning does not disappear within
10 seconds: Immediately stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs.

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If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears

NOTICE

Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.

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If the Charging System Indicator Comes On

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Reasons for the indicator to come on

Comes on when there is a problem with the charging system.

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What to do when the indicator comes on

Stop in a safe place and have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.

If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or
Blinks

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Reasons for the indicator lamp to come on or blink

•

Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system.

•

Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.

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What to do when the indicator lamp comes on

Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a
dealer.

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What to do when the indicator lamp blinks

Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
10 minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.

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If 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.

1

If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks

NOTICE

If you drive with the malfunction indicator lamp on,
the emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.

If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at
31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle
inspected.

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If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks

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Reasons for the indicator to come on

•

The brake fluid is low.

•

There is a malfunction in the brake system.

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What to do when the indicator comes on while driving

Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.

•

If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.

•

If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.

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Reasons for the indicator to blink

There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.

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What to do when the indicator blinks

Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.

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If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks

Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe place. If necessary downshift
the gears.

If the brake system indicator (red) and

ABS

indicator

come on simultaneously, the electronic brake
distribution system is not working. This can result in
vehicle instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer immediately.

If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes
on, the parking brake may not work.
Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately.

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If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On

P. 661

U.S.

Canada

(Red)