Honda Civic Owners Manual: Battery
Checking the Battery
Check the battery terminals for corrosion monthly.
If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead:
- The audio system is disabled.
- The clock* resets.
- The navigation system* is disabled.
- Canadian models only The immobilizer system needs to be reset.
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Battery WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear protective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it. WARNING: Battery post, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling. |
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle's electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (-) cable first, and reconnect it last.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
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Battery When you find corrosion, clean the battery terminals by applying a baking powder and water solution. Clean the terminal with a damp towel. Cloth/towel dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to help prevent future corrosion. When replacing the battery, the replacement must be of the same specifications. Please consult a dealer for more information.
The VSA and CMBSTM* indicators may come on
when your turn the ignition switch to ON
Drive a short distance at 12 mph (20 km/h). Each indicator should go off. If either or both do not, have your vehicle checked by a dealer. |
*1 after
re-connecting a battery.
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked M+S tires, snow
tires,
or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance between vehicles
when
driving.
Be particular ...
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the
battery
Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE An improperly disposed of battery c ...
See also:
Honda Civic Owners Manual. Models with smart entry system
Make sure the parking brake is applied.
The electric parking brake indicator
comes on for 15 seconds when you pull
►p the electric parking brake switch.
Continuously variable transmission models
Check that the shift lever is in P, then
depress the brake peda ...
