Honda Civic Hatchback (2018 year). Instruction - part 34

When Driving

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

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Driving

Press and hold the TPMS button until the low
tire pressure/TPMS indicator blinks twice,
indicating the calibration process has begun.
• If the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator does

not blink, confirm the above conditions
then press and hold the TPMS button again.

• The calibration process finishes

automatically.

You can calibrate the system from the customized
features on the driver information interface.
1. Press the

button and press

button to select

(Vehicle Settings),

then press the ENTER button.

TPMS Calibration appears on the display.

2. Press the ENTER button.

The display switches to the
customization setup screen, where you
can select Cancel or Calibrate.

3. Press the

button and select

Calibrate, then press the ENTER button.

Calibration Started screen appears,
then the display returns to the
customization menu screen.

• If the Calibration Failed to Start message

appears, repeat steps 2-3.

• The calibration process finishes automatically.

TPMS Calibration

•

TPMS cannot be calibrated if a compact spare tire

is installed.

•

The calibration process requires approximately 30
minutes of cumulative driving at speeds between
30-65 mph (48-105 km/h).

•

During this period, if the ignition is turned on and
the vehicle is not moved within 45 seconds, you
may notice the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on briefly. This is normal and indicates that
the calibration process is not yet complete.

If snow chains

are installed, remove them before

calibrating the TPMS.

If the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on even
when the properly inflated specified regular tires are
installed, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

We recommend that the tires be replaced with the
same brand, model, and size as the originals. Ask a
dealer for details.

The indicators for the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
with Low Speed Follow (LSF)

, Road Departure

Mitigation (RDM)

, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)

System, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) OFF, low tire
Pressure/TPMS and Collision Mitigation Braking
System

(CMBS

)

may come on after re-

connecting the battery. Drive a short distance at
more than 12 mph (20 km/h). The indicator should
go off. If it does not, have your vehicle checked by a
dealer.

TPMS
Button

Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator

Models with information display

Models with color audio system
Models with driver information interface

3 4

* Not available on all models

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

Driving

You can calibrate the system from the
customized feature on the audio/information
screen.
1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. Select .
3. Select Settings.
4. Select Vehicle.
5. Select TPMS Calibration.
6. Select Cancel or Calibrate.

When the calibration is complete, the
display returns to the customization
menu screen.

• If the Calibration Failed To Start.

message appears, repeat steps 4-6.

• The calibration process finishes

automatically.

Models with Display Audio

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When Driving

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation

Driving

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required
Federal Explanation

Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked
monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure
recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard
or tire inflation pressure label.

(If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated
on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should
determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with
a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a low
tire pressure telltale

when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.

Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate
them to the proper pressure.

Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to
overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces
fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's
handling and stopping ability.

* Not available on all models

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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation

Driving

Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire
maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain
correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the
level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.

Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction
indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire
pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the
telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain
continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the malfunction exists.

When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may
not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.

TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including
the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the
vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.

Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or
more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the
replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to
continue to function properly.

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Braking

Brake System

Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When the
parking brake is applied, you can manually or automatically release it.

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To apply

The electric parking brake can be applied any
time the vehicle has battery, no matter which
position the ignition switch

is in.

Pull the electric parking brake switch up gently
and securely.

The parking brake and brake system
indicator (red) comes on.

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To release

The vehicle must be ON

(

in order to

release the electric parking brake.
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the electric parking brake switch.

The parking brake and brake system
indicator (red) goes off.

Manually releasing the parking brake using
the switch helps your vehicle start slowly and
smoothly when facing down hill on steep hills.

*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.

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Parking Brake

Parking Brake

You may hear the electric parking brake system
motor operating from the rear wheel area when you
apply or release the parking brake, or turn the
ignition switch to LOCK

(

. This is normal.

The brake pedal may slightly move due to the electric
parking brake system operation when you apply or
release the parking brake. This is normal.

You cannot apply or release the parking brake if the
battery goes dead.

2 Jump Starting P. 655

If you pull up and hold the electric parking brake
switch while driving, the brakes on all four
wheels are applied by the VSA system until the
vehicle come to a stop. The electric parking
brake then applies, and the switch should be
released.

Electric Parking
Brake Switch

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Brake System

Driving

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To release automatically

Use the accelerator pedal to release the parking brake when you are starting the
vehicle facing uphill, or in a traffic jam.

Depressing the accelerator pedal releases the parking brake.

Depress the accelerator pedal while releasing the clutch pedal releases the parking
brake.

Gently depress the accelerator pedal.

The parking brake and brake system
indicator (red) goes off.

Gently depress the accelerator pedal and
release the clutch pedal.

The parking brake and brake system
indicator (red) goes off.

Parking Brake

In the following situations, the parking brake
automatically operates.

•

When the vehicle stops with the automatic brake
hold system activated for more than 10 minutes.

•

When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while
your vehicle is stopped and brake hold is applied.

•

When the engine is turned off while brake hold is
applied.

•

When there is a problem with the Brake Hold
System.

•

When the vehicle stops more than 10 minutes
while ACC with LSF is activated.

•

When the driver’s seat belt is unfastened while
your vehicle is stopped automatically by ACC with
LSF.

•

When the engine is turned off while ACC with LSF
is activated.

•

When there is a problem with the electric parking
brake switch, after you turn the ignition switch to
LOCK

(

If the parking brake cannot be released
automatically, release it manually.

Models with ACC with LSF

Manual transmission models

Continuously variable transmission models

Manual transmission models

Accelerator Pedal

Continuously variable transmission models

Accelerator Pedal

Clutch Pedal

Manual transmission models

Braking

Brake System

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The parking brake automatically releases as you depress the accelerator pedal when:
• You are wearing the driver’s seat belt.
• The engine is running.

• The transmission is not in

(

P or

(

• The transmission is not in

(

Continuously variable transmission models

Manual transmission models

Parking Brake

When the vehicle is traveling uphill, the accelerator
pedal may need to be pressed farther to
automatically release the electric parking brake.

The parking brake cannot be released automatically
while the following indicators are on:

•

Malfunction indicator lamp

•

Transmission system indicator

The parking brake may not be released automatically
while the following indicators are on:

•

Parking brake and brake system indicator (red)

•

VSA® system indicator

•

ABS indicator

•

Supplemental restraint system indicator

The clutch pedal is fully depressed before gently
depress the accelerator pedal and release the clutch
pedal.

Manual transmission models

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Braking

Brake System

Driving

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 you retain steering
control when braking very hard.

2 Brake Assist System P. 540
2 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) P. 539

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Brake squeal

To satisfy the performance under a wide range of driving conditions, a high-
performance braking system is equipped on your vehicle. You may hear the brake
squeal under certain conditions, such as vehicle speed, deceleration, humidity, and
so on. This is not a malfunction.

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Foot Brake

Foot Brake

Check the brakes after driving through deep water,
or if there is a buildup of road surface water. If
necessary, dry the brakes by lightly depressing the
pedal several times.

If you hear a continuous metallic friction sound when
applying the brakes, this is caused by the brake wear
indicator rubbing on the brake rotor and indicates
that the brake pads need to be replaced. Have the
vehicle checked by a dealer. If you hear only an
occasional squeak or squeal when you initially apply
the brake pedal, this may be normal and caused by
high frequency vibration of the brake pads against
the rotating brake disc.

Constantly using the brake pedal while going down a
long hill builds up heat, which reduces the brake
effectiveness. Apply engine braking by taking your
foot off the accelerator pedal and downshifting to a
lower gear/speed position. With manual transmission
use a lower gear for greater engine braking.

Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while
driving, as it will lightly apply the brakes and cause
them to lose effectiveness over time and reduce pad
life. It will also confuse drivers behind you.

2.0 L engine models

Braking

Brake System

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Keeps the brake applied after releasing the brake pedal until the accelerator pedal is
pressed. You can use this system while the vehicle is temporarily stopped, like at
traffic lights and in heavy traffic.

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Automatic Brake Hold

Automatic Brake Hold

WARNING

Activating the automatic brake hold system
on steep hills or slippery roads may still
allow the vehicle to move if you remove
your foot from the brake pedal.

If a vehicle unexpectedly moves, it may
cause a crash resulting in serious injury or
death.

Never activate the automatic brake hold
system or rely on it to keep a vehicle from
moving when stopped on a steep hill or
slippery roads.

WARNING

Using the automatic brake hold system to
park the vehicle may result in the vehicle
unexpectedly moving.

If a vehicle moves unexpectedly, it may
cause a crash, resulting in serious injury or
death.

Never leave the vehicle when braking is
temporarily kept by automatic brake hold
and always park the vehicle by putting the
transmission in

(

and applying the parking

brake.

Continuously variable transmission models

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Turning on the system

Fasten your seat belt
properly, then start the
engine. Press the
automatic brake hold
button.

●

The automatic brake
hold system indicator
comes on. The system
is turned on.

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Activating the system

Depress the brake pedal
to come to a complete
stop. The shift lever must
not be in

(

P or

(

●

The automatic brake
hold indicator comes
on. Braking is kept for
up to 10 minutes.

●

Release the brake pedal
after the automatic
brake hold indicator
comes on.

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Canceling the system

Depress the accelerator
pedal while the shift
lever is in a position
other than

(

P or

(

N. The

system is canceled and
the vehicle starts to
move.

●

The automatic brake
hold indicator goes
off. The system
continues to be on.

Accelerator Pedal

Brake Pedal

Automatic Brake
Hold Button

Goes
Off

Comes
On

U.S.

Canada

Comes
On

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Brake System

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Driving

Keeps the brake applied after releasing the brake pedal until you change a gear to a
position other than

(

N and:

• Release the clutch pedal on a level road or when facing downhill.
• Release the clutch pedal and depress the accelerator pedal when facing uphill.
You can use this system while the vehicle is temporarily stopped, like at traffic lights
and in heavy traffic.

Manual transmission models

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Turning on the system

Fasten your seat belt
properly, then start the
engine. Press the
automatic brake hold
button.

●

The automatic brake
hold system indicator
comes on. The system
is turned on.

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Activating the system

Depress the brake pedal
to come to a complete
stop.

●

The automatic brake
hold indicator comes
on. Braking is kept for
up to 10 minutes.

●

Release the brake pedal
after the automatic
brake hold indicator
comes on.

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Canceling the system

Shift into one of the
gears other than

(

N and:

●

Release the clutch
pedal on a level road
or when facing
downhill.

●

Release the clutch
pedal and depress the
accelerator pedal
when facing uphill.

The system is canceled
and the vehicle starts to
move.

●

The automatic brake
hold indicator goes off.
The system continues to
be on.

Accelerator Pedal

Brake Pedal

Automatic Brake
Hold Button

Goes
Off

U.S.

Canada

Clutch Pedal

Comes
On

Braking

Brake System

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The system automatically cancels when:

• You engage the parking brake.

• You depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever to

(

P or

(

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The system automatically cancels and the parking brake is applied when:

• Braking is kept for more than 10 minutes.
• The driver’s seat belt is unfastened.
• The engine is turned off.
• There is a problem with automatic brake hold system.
• The battery is disconnected.

• The engine stalls.

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Turning off the automatic brake hold system

While the system is on, press the automatic
brake hold button again.

The automatic brake hold system
indicator goes off.

If you want to turn off automatic brake hold
while the system is in operation, press the
automatic brake hold button with the brake
pedal depressed.

Automatic Brake Hold

While the system is activated, you can turn off the
engine or park the vehicle through the same
procedure as you normally do.

2 When Stopped P. 550

Whether the system is on, or the system is activated,
the automatic brake hold turns off once the engine is
off.

The system turns off if the engine stalls while
automatic brake hold is active or the system is on.

Manual transmission models

Continuously variable transmission models

Manual transmission models

Turning off the automatic brake hold system

Make sure to turn off the automatic brake hold
system before using an automated car wash.

You may hear an operating noise if the vehicle moves
while the automatic brake hold system is in
operation. The system generates sound while holding
the vehicle and it moves.

Automatic Brake
Hold Button

Goes
Off

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Braking

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

Driving

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

Helps prevent the wheels from locking up, and helps you retain steering control by
pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than you.

The electronic brake distribution (EBD) system, which is part of the ABS, also
balances the front-to-rear braking distribution according to vehicle loading.

You should never pump the brake pedal. Let the ABS work for you by always
keeping firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. This is sometimes referred to as
“stomp and steer.”

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ABS operation

The brake pedal may pulsate slightly when the ABS is working. Keep holding the
pedal firmly down. On dry pavement, you will need to press on the brake pedal very
hard before the ABS activates. However, you may feel the ABS activate immediately
if you are trying to stop on snow or ice.

ABS may activate when you depress the brake pedal when driving on:
• Wet or snow covered roads.
• Roads paved with stone.
• Roads with uneven surfaces, such as potholes, cracks, manholes, etc.

When the vehicle speed goes under 6 mph (10 km/h), the ABS stops.

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ABS

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

NOTICE

The ABS may not function correctly if you use a tire of
the wrong size or type.

If the ABS indicator comes on while driving, there
may be a problem with the system.
While normal braking will not be affected, there is a
possibility that the ABS will not operating. Have your
vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.

The ABS is not designed for the purpose of reducing
the time or distance it takes for a vehicle to stop: It is
designed to limit brake lockup which can lead to
skidding and loss of steering control.

In the following cases, your vehicle may need more
distance to stop than a vehicle without the ABS:

•

You are driving on rough or uneven road surfaces,
such as gravel or snow.

•

The tires are equipped with snow chains

The following may be observed with the ABS system:

•

Motor sounds coming from the engine
compartment when the brakes are applied, or
when system checks are being performed after the
engine has been started and while vehicle is
accelerates.

•

Brake pedal and/or the vehicle body vibration when
ABS activates.

These vibrations and sounds are normal to ABS
systems and are no cause for concern.

* Not available on all models

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Braking

Brake Assist System

Driving

Brake Assist System

Designed to assist the driver by generating greater braking force when you depress
the brake pedal hard during emergency braking.

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Brake assist system operation

Press the brake pedal firmly for more powerful braking.

When brake assist operates, the pedal may wiggle slightly and an operating noise
may be heard. This is normal. Keep holding the brake pedal firmly down.

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Brake Assist System

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Collision Mitigation Braking System

(CMBS

)

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Driving

Collision Mitigation Braking System

(CMBS

)

Can assist you when there is a possibility of your vehicle colliding with a vehicle or a
pedestrian detected in front of yours. The CMBS

is designed to alert you when a

potential collision is determined, as well as to reduce your vehicle speed to help
minimize collision severity when a collision is deemed unavoidable.

Collision Mitigation Braking System

(CMBS

)

Important Safety Reminder
The CMBS

is designed to reduce the severity of an

unavoidable collision. It does not prevent a collision
nor stop the vehicle automatically. It is still your
responsibility to operate the brake pedal and steering
wheel appropriately according to the driving
conditions.

The CMBS

may not activate or may not detect a

vehicle in front of your vehicle under certain
conditions:

2 CMBS

Conditions and Limitations P. 546

You can read about handling information for the
camera equipped with this system.

2 Front Sensor Camera

P. 477

Be careful not to have the radar sensor cover strongly
impacted.

* Not available on all models

Braking

Collision Mitigation Braking System

(CMBS

)

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How the system works

How the system works

When the CMBS

activates, it may automatically

apply the brake. It will be canceled when your vehicle
stops or a potential collision is not determined.

The radar sensor is in
the lower bumper
next to the fog light

The camera is located
behind the rearview
mirror.

The system starts monitoring the roadway ahead when your vehicle speed is about
3 mph (5 km/h) and there is a vehicle in front of you.

When to use

The CMBS

activates when:

●

The speed difference between your vehicle and a vehicle or pedestrian detected
in front of you becomes about 3 mph (5 km/h) and over with a chance of a
collision.

●

Your vehicle speed is about 62 mph (100 km/h) or less and the system determines
there is a chance of a collision with:

- Vehicles detected in front of you that are stationary, oncoming, or traveling in
your same direction.
- A pedestrian who is detected in front of you.

●

Your vehicle speed is above 62 mph (100 km/h), and the system determines there
is a chance of a collision with a vehicle detected in front of you traveling in your
same direction.

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Braking

Collision Mitigation Braking System

(CMBS

)

Driving

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When the system activates

At system’s earliest collision alert stage, you can change the distance (Long/
Normal/Short) between vehicles at which alerts will come on through audio/
information screen setting options.

2 List of customizable options P. 137

When the system activates

The camera in the CMBS

is also designed to detect

pedestrians.
However, this pedestrian detection feature may not
activate or may not detect a pedestrian in front of
your vehicle under certain conditions.
Refer to the ones indicating the pedestrian detection
limitations from the list.

2 CMBS

Conditions and Limitations P. 546

The system provides visual and audible alerts of a possible collision, and stops if the
collision is avoided.

Take appropriate action to prevent a collision (apply the brakes, change
lanes, etc.)

Visual Alerts

Beep

Audible Alert

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