Engine Does Not Start; Checking The Engine - Honda Civic 2021 Owner's Manual

Engine Does Not Start

Checking the Engine

If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter condition
Starter doesn't turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.
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.
580
Models with smart entry system
Check for a message on the driver information interface.
If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
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2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 581
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 153
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
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2 Battery P. 558
If the interior lights come on normally
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2 Fuses P. 595
Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 422, 425
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 145
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 108
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 598
If the problem continues:
2 Emergency Towing P. 599
1Checking 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. 583
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