Honda Civic Owners Manual: Emergency Engine Stop
Models with smart entry system
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, do either of the following operations:
- Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for about two seconds.
- Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice.
The steering wheel will not lock. However, because turning off the engine 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. Use both feet on the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle and stop immediately in a safe place. With manual transmission models you can also downshift the transmission to utilize engine braking.
Continuously variable transmission models
The power mode is in ACCESSORY when the engine is stopped.
To change the mode to VEHICLE OFF, move the shift lever to (P after the vehicle comes to a complete stop.
Canadian continuously variable transmission models
Then press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without depressing the brake pedal.
Manual transmission models
The power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
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Emergency Engine Stop Do not press the button while driving unless it is absolutely necessary for the engine to be switched off. |
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is
Weak
Models with smart entry system
If the beeper sounds, the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears on the driver information interface, the ENGINE START/STOP button
flashes, and the e ...
Jump Starting
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See also:
Honda Civic Owners Manual. Foot Brake
Your vehicle is equipped with disc brakes at all four wheels. A vacuum power
assist
helps to reduce the effort needed on the brake pedal. The brake assist system
increases the stopping force when you depress the brake pedal hard in an
emergency situation. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps ...
