When Driving; Starting The Engine - Honda Civic 2016 Manual

When Driving

Models without keyless access system

Starting the Engine

Brake Pedal
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1. Make sure the electric parking brake is
applied.
u The parking brake and brake system
indicator comes on for 15 seconds when
you pull up the electric parking brake
switch.
2. Check that the shift lever is in
depress the brake pedal.
u Although it is possible to start the vehicle
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1Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 2,400 metres.
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system, and rear demister in order to reduce
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battery drain.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
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checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.