Overheating; Emergency Engine Stop; Emergency Towing - Honda 2016 Civic Sedan Owner's Manual

HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED

Overheating

If the temperature gauge pointer is at the H mark, the engine suddenly loses power,
or steam or spray comes out from under the hood, your engine is overheating.
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place. Turn
off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning
lights.
2. If steam or spray is not present: Keep the engine
running and open the hood.
If steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and
wait until it subsides. Then, open the hood.
3. Check that the cooling fan is operating and stop the engine once the temperature
gauge needle comes down. If the cooling fan is not operating, immediately stop
the engine.
4. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect the coolant level and check the
cooling system components for leaks. If the coolant level in the expansion tank
is low, or no coolant is in the tank, check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
expansion tank cap with a heavy cloth and open the cap. Add coolant until it
reaches the MAX mark, and put the cap back on.
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.
WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.
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.
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge pointer at the H mark may damage
the engine.
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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, choose one of
the following operations:
• Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for
two seconds, or
• Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button two
times.
The steering wheel will not lock. Because turning off the engine also 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. Downshift
gears and use both feet on the brake pedal, if necessary, to slow the vehicle and
stop immediately in a safe place
Do not press the button while driving unless it is absolutely necessary for the engine
to be switched off.

Emergency Towing

Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
Flat bed equipment: The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck. This is
the best way to transport your vehicle.
Wheel lift equipment: The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front
tires and lift them off the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an
acceptable way to tow your vehicle.
For CVT models: If you cannot shift the transmission or turn on the engine, your
vehicle must be transported with the front wheels off the ground. Make sure the
parking brake is released. If you cannot release the parking brake, your vehicle must
be transported by flat bed equipment.
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The
bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle's weight.
Improper towing such as towing behind a motorhome or other motor vehicle can
damage the transmission.
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
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