Emergency Engine Stop; Emergency Towing; Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms) - Honda Civic Sedan 2017 Owner's Manual

HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED

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 (U.S. models) or three times (Canadian
models).
The steering wheel will not lock. The power mode changes to ACCESSORY, unless
the shift lever is in Park (P), in which case the power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
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.
NOTICE
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.
Models with continuously variable transmission
Improper towing—such as towing behind a motorhome or other motor vehicle—
can damage the transmission.
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Monitors the tire pressure while you are driving. If your vehicle's tire pressure
becomes significantly low, the low tire pressure indicator comes on and a message
appears on the display. Available on U.S. models only.
What to Do
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Check the tire
pressure and adjust the pressure to the specified
level on the label on the driver's doorjamb.
TPMS Calibration
Any time you inflate, change, or rotate one or more of the tires, you need to
recalibrate the system.
The calibration process requires approximately 30 minutes of cumulative driving at
speeds between 30–65 mph (48–105 km/h). The vehicle must be stopped to begin
calibration and the process finishes automatically.
Models with TPMS button
Press and hold the TPMS button until the low tire
pressure indicator blinks twice, indicating the
calibration process has begun.
Models with color audio system and Driver Information Interface
Use the steering wheel buttons to make and enter selections in the Driver
Information Interface (see page 28).
1. Scroll to the Vehicle Settings screen and select it.
2. Select TPMS Calibration.
3. Select Calibrate.
Models with Display Audio
Touch items on the screen to make and enter selections.
1. From the HOME screen, select Settings.
2. Select Vehicle.
3. Select TPMS Calibration.
4. Select Calibrate.
*if equipped
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Low tire pressure/
TPMS indicator
TPMS button
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