Malfunction Indicators - Honda 2017 Civic Hatch Owner's Manual

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Malfunction Indicators

These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit while driving or at
any other time, there may be a problem. See your dealer if necessary.
Brake system
U.S.
• Brake fluid is low. Check the brake fluid (see page 138).
• The brake system has a problem. Press the brake pedal lightly to check
Canada pedal pressure. If normal, check the brake fluid level when you stop. If
abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the transmission
to slow the vehicle using engine braking. Have your vehicle repaired
immediately.
• If the indicator blinks (or comes on simultaneously with the amber brake
system indicator), there is a problem with the electric parking brake
system. Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked
immediately.
Low oil pressure
engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. open the hood. Check the oil
level, and add oil if necessary (see page 134). If the indicator does not turn
off, have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Charging system
The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off
the vehicle to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repaired
immediately.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioners.
Smart Entry system*
There is a problem with the smart entry system.
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
There is a problem with the system.
Starter system*
There is a problem with the starter system. Press and hold the eNGINe
STArT/SToP button for up to 15 seconds while pressing the brake pedal to
manually start the engine.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (LSF)*
There is a problem with the system.
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)*
There is a problem with the system.
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Electric Power Steering (EPS)
There is a problem with the system.
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
The emissions control system may have a problem, or the fuel cap is loose
or missing. If the indicator blinks, a misfire in the engine's cylinders is
detected. Stop in a safe place, and wait for the engine to cool down.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has
normal braking ability, but no anti-lock function.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (U.S. models)
If the indicator blinks and remains on, there is a problem with the tire
pressure monitoring system, or the vehicle is fitted with the compact spare
tire. If the vehicle battery was disconnected, the system is temporarily
deactivated. Drive a short distance at 12 mph (20 km/h) or more, and the
indicator should go off.
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
There is a problem with the vSA system or hill start assist system. If the
vehicle battery was disconnected, the system is temporarily deactivated.
Drive a short distance at 12 mph (20 km/h) or more, and the indicator should
go off.
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) OFF
If the vehicle battery was disconnected, the system is temporarily
deactivated. Drive a short distance at 12 mph (20 km/h) or more, and the
indicator should go off.
Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)*
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the
camera is blocked.
Brake system
SYSTEM
There is a problem with one of the braking systems, the electric parking
U.S.
brake system, or the automatic brake hold system.
Canada
*if equipped
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*if equipped
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