When Driving; Starting The Engine - Honda Civic Hatch 2017 Owner's Manual

When Driving

Models without smart entry system

Starting the Engine

Electric Parking Brake Switch
Brake Pedal
Clutch Pedal
Brake Pedal
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
u The parking brake indicator comes on for
15 seconds when you pull up the electric
parking brake switch.
Continuously variable transmission models
2. Check that the transmission is in
depress the brake pedal.
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Manual transmission models
2. Check that the shift lever is in
depress the brake pedal with your right
foot, and the clutch pedal with your left
foot.
The clutch pedal must be fully depressed
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to start the engine.
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 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system, and rear defogger in order to reduce
battery drain.
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If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. Consult a dealer for details.
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If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
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