Honda 2014 Civic Sedan HF, Manual

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Driving
High Voltage Battery
The High Voltage battery gradually discharges even if the vehicle is not in use. As a result, if
your vehicle is parked for an extended period of time, the battery charge level will become
low. Extended periods of time at a low state of charge will shorten battery life. To maintain
the battery state of charge, drive your vehicle for more than 30 minutes at least once every
three months.
Extreme high temperatures can affect the battery life. You can minimise the effects by
parking the vehicle in the shade during the summer.
Be careful not to let the High Voltage battery drain too much. If the battery level becomes
close to zero, it will make it impossible to start the power system.
Safety Precautions
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Do not touch the High Voltage system
Attempting to take a High Voltage system component
apart or disconnect one of its wires can cause severe
electrical shock. Make sure that any maintenance or
repairs to the High Voltage system are performed by a
Honda dealer.
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If a crash occurs
• Be careful of electric shock hazard.
u If a severe crash damages your vehicle’s High Voltage system, there is a possibility of
electrical shock due to exposed High Voltage components or wires. If this happens, do
not touch any of the High Voltage system components or any of its orange wires.
• Avoid contact with High Voltage battery fluid.
u The High Voltage battery contains a flammable electrolyte that could leak as a result of
a severe crash. Avoid skin or eye contact with the electrolyte as it is corrosive. If you
accidentally come into contact with the electrolyte, rinse the exposed skin or flush your
eyes with copious amounts of water for at least five minutes, and seek medical
attention immediately.
• Use a fire extinguisher for an electrical fire.
u Attempting to extinguish an electrical fire with even a small quantity of water, from a
garden hose for instance, can be dangerous.
• Any time the vehicle is damaged in a crash, have it repaired by a dealer.
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Emergency Shutdown System for the High Voltage System
If the vehicle is involved in a crash, the emergency shutdown system will activate depending
on the severity of the impact. When the system activates, the High Voltage system
automatically shuts down, and the vehicle can no longer move under its own power. To
return the High Voltage system back to normal operation, consult a dealer.
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