2023-2026 Honda Civic 4 Door Driving -> Braking User Manual
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Braking  
Brake System  
1Parking Brake  
Parking Brake  
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Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When the  
You may hear the electric parking brake system  
motor operating from the rear wheel area when you  
apply or release the parking brake. This is normal.  
parking brake is applied, you can manually or automatically release it.  
To apply  
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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.  
The electric parking brake can be applied any  
time the vehicle has battery, no matter which  
position the power mode is in.  
You cannot apply or release the parking brake if the  
battery goes dead.  
Pull the electric parking brake switch up gently  
and securely.  
2 If the Battery Is Dead P. 784  
Electric Parking  
Brake Switch  
u The indicator in the switch comes on.  
u The parking brake and brake system  
indicator (red) comes on.  
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 comes to a stop. The electric parking  
brake then applies, and the switch should be  
released.  
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To release  
The power mode must be in ON in order to  
release the electric parking brake.  
1. Depress the brake pedal.  
2. Press the electric parking brake switch.  
u The indicator in the switch goes off.  
u The parking brake and brake system  
indicator (red) goes off.  
Electric Parking  
Brake Switch  
Manually releasing the parking brake using  
the switch helps your vehicle start slowly and  
smoothly when facing downhill on steep hills.  
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uuBrakinguBrake System  
Continuously variable transmission models  
1Parking Brake  
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Automatic parking brake feature operation  
In the following situations, the parking brake  
automatically operates.  
If the automatic parking brake feature has been activated:  
• The parking brake is applied automatically when you set the power mode to  
VEHICLE OFF.  
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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, except by Auto Idle  
Stop system, while brake hold system is applied.  
When there is a problem with the brake hold  
system while brake hold is applied.  
• To confirm that the parking brake is applied, check if the parking brake and brake  
system indicator (red) is on.  
2 Activating and deactivating the automatic parking brake feature P. 658  
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To release automatically  
Continuously variable transmission models  
Models with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)  
with Low Speed Follow  
Depressing the accelerator pedal releases the parking brake.  
Use the accelerator pedal to release the parking brake when you are starting the  
vehicle facing uphill, or in a traffic jam.  
•
When the vehicle stops more than 10 minutes  
while Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low  
Speed Follow is activated.  
Gently depress the accelerator pedal.  
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•
When the driver's seat belt is unfastened while  
your vehicle is stopped automatically by ACC with  
Low Speed Follow.  
When on a hill, it may require more  
accelerator input to release.  
When the engine is turned off, except by Auto Idle  
Stop system, while ACC with Low Speed Follow is  
activated.  
u The parking brake and brake system  
indicator (red) goes off.  
Accelerator Pedal  
You can release the parking brake automatically when:  
• You are wearing the driver's seat belt.  
• The engine is running.  
• The transmission is not in (P or (N  
.
656  
uuBrakinguBrake System  
1Parking Brake  
Manual transmission models  
If the parking brake cannot be released  
automatically, release it manually.  
Depress the accelerator pedal while releasing the clutch pedal releases the parking  
brake.  
Use the accelerator pedal to release the parking brake when you are starting the  
vehicle facing uphill, or in a traffic jam.  
When the vehicle is traveling uphill, the accelerator  
pedal may need to be pressed farther to  
automatically release the electric parking brake.  
Gently depress the accelerator pedal and  
release the clutch pedal.  
Clutch Pedal  
Accelerator  
Pedal  
The parking brake cannot be released automatically  
while the following indicators are on:  
u The parking brake and brake system  
indicator (red) goes off.  
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•
Malfunction indicator lamp  
Transmission system indicator*  
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 parking brake may not be released automatically  
while the following indicators are on:  
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•
•
•
Parking brake and brake system indicator (amber)  
VSA® system indicator  
ABS indicator  
• The transmission is not in (N  
.
Supplemental restraint system indicator  
Manual transmission models  
The clutch pedal is fully depressed before gently  
depress the accelerator pedal and release the clutch  
pedal.  
* Not available on all models  
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uuBrakinguBrake System  
Continuously variable transmission models  
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Activating and deactivating the automatic parking brake feature  
1Parking Brake  
With the power mode is in ON, carry out the following steps to either activate or  
deactivate the automatic parking brake feature.  
In cold climates, the parking brake may freeze in  
place if applied.  
When parking the vehicle, chock the wheels and  
make sure the automatic parking brake feature is  
deactivated.  
1. Put the transmission into (P  
.
2. Without depressing the brake pedal, pull up and release the electric parking brake  
switch.  
Also, when putting your vehicle through a conveyor-  
type car wash or when having your vehicle towed,  
deactivate the automatic parking brake feature and  
leave the parking brake released.  
u Check that the parking brake and brake system indicator (red) has come on.  
3. Pull up and hold the electric parking brake switch. When you hear a beeping  
sound, release the switch and within 3 seconds pull up and hold the switch again.  
4. When you hear a sound indicating that the procedure is completed, release the  
switch.  
u Two beeps indicates that the feature has been activated.  
u One beep indicates that the feature has been deactivated.  
u When you have completed activating the feature, the parking brake will  
remain applied after you turn off the engine.  
u To confirm that the parking brake is applied, check if the parking brake and  
brake system indicator (red) is on.  
If you need to temporarily deactivate the feature while putting your vehicle through  
a conveyor type car wash, you can follow the procedure explained below.  
1. Depress the brake pedal and bring the vehicle to a stop.  
2. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF and then within 2 seconds push down the  
electric parking brake switch.  
u Activation and deactivation settings for the feature will not be affected.  
u Before temporarily deactivating the feature, make sure to first turn off both  
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow and the automatic  
brake hold system.  
658  
uuBrakinguBrake System  
u To confirm that the parking brake is applied, check if the parking brake and  
brake system indicator (red) is on.  
1Foot Brake  
Foot Brake  
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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.  
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.  
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.  
2 Brake Assist System P. 666  
2 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) P. 665  
Models without Auto Idle Stop  
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Brake squeal  
To satisfy the performance under a wide range of driving conditions, a  
highperformance 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.  
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.  
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uuBrakinguBrake System  
1Automatic Brake Hold  
Automatic Brake Hold  
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Continuously variable transmission models  
3
WARNING  
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.  
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.  
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Turning on the system  
If a vehicle unexpectedly moves, it may  
cause a crash resulting in serious injury or  
death.  
Fasten your seat belt properly, then start the  
engine. Press the automatic brake hold  
button.  
Comes  
On  
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.  
u The automatic brake hold system  
indicator comes on. The system is turned  
on.  
Automatic Brake Hold Button  
Continuously variable transmission models  
3
WARNING  
Using the automatic brake hold system to  
park the vehicle may result in the vehicle  
unexpectedly moving.  
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Activating the system  
Depress the brake pedal to come to a  
complete stop. The transmission must not be  
On  
in (P or(R  
.
If a vehicle moves unexpectedly, it may  
cause a crash, resulting in serious injury or  
death.  
Comes  
On  
u The automatic brake hold indicator  
comes on. Braking is kept for up to 10  
minutes.  
U.S.  
Comes  
On  
Never leave the vehicle when braking is  
temporarily kept by automatic brake hold  
and always park the vehicle by putting the  
transmission in (P and applying the parking  
brake.  
Canada  
Brake Pedal  
u Release the brake pedal after the  
automatic brake hold indicator comes  
on.  
660  
uuBrakinguBrake System  
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Canceling the system  
1Automatic Brake Hold  
Depress the accelerator pedal while the  
transmission is in a position other than (P or  
(N. The system is canceled and the vehicle  
starts to move.  
While the system is activated, you can turn off the  
engine or park the vehicle through the same  
procedure as you normally do.  
On  
2 When Stopped P. 667  
Goes  
Off  
u The automatic brake hold indicator goes  
off. The system continues to be on.  
Whether the system is on, or the system is activated,  
the automatic brake hold turns off once the engine is  
off.  
Accelerator Pedal  
You may hear an operating noise if the vehicle moves  
while the automatic brake hold system is in  
operation.  
Manual transmission models  
The system turns off if the engine stalls while  
automatic brake hold is active or the system is on.  
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uuBrakinguBrake System  
Manual transmission models  
Keeps the brake applied after releasing the brake pedal until you 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.  
You can use this system while the vehicle is temporarily stopped, like at traffic lights  
and in heavy traffic.  
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Turning on the system  
Fasten your seat belt properly, then start the  
engine. Press the automatic brake hold  
button.  
Comes  
On  
u The automatic brake hold system  
indicator comes on. The system is turned  
on.  
Automatic Brake Hold Button  
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Activating the system  
Depress the brake pedal to come to a  
complete stop.  
On  
u The automatic brake hold indicator  
comes on. Braking is kept for up to 10  
minutes.  
Comes  
On  
U.S.  
Comes  
On  
u Release the brake pedal after the  
automatic brake hold indicator comes  
on.  
Canada  
Brake Pedal  
662  
uuBrakinguBrake System  
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Canceling the system  
Shift into one of the gears other than (N and:  
u Release the clutch pedal on a level road  
or when facing downhill.  
Clutch Pedal  
On  
u Release the clutch pedal and depress the  
accelerator pedal when facing uphill.  
The system is canceled and the vehicle  
starts to move.  
Goes  
Off  
u The automatic brake hold indicator goes  
off.  
The system continues to be on.  
Accelerator Pedal  
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The system automatically cancels when:  
• You engage the parking brake.  
Continuously variable transmission models  
• You depress the brake pedal and put the transmission into (P or (R  
.
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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.  
Manual transmission models  
• The engine stalls.  
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uuBrakinguBrake System  
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Turning off the automatic brake hold system  
Only the automatic brake hold system  
indicator comes on:  
1Turning off the automatic brake hold system  
Make sure to turn off the automatic brake hold  
system before using an automated car wash.  
• Press the automatic brake hold button.  
u The automatic brake hold system  
indicator goes off.  
Goes  
Off  
Goes  
Off  
When the automatic brake hold indicator  
comes on at the same time:  
Automatic Brake  
Hold Button  
• Press the automatic brake hold button with  
the brake pedal depressed.  
u The automatic brake hold system  
indicator and the automatic brake hold  
indicator go off.  
664  
uuBrakinguAnti-lock Brake System (ABS)  
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)  
1Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)  
ABS  
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Helps prevent the wheels from locking up, and helps you retain steering control by  
pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than you can.  
NOTICE  
The ABS may not function correctly if you use a tire of  
the incorrect size or type.  
The electronic brake distribution (EBD) system, which is part of the ABS, also  
balances the front-to-rear braking distribution according to vehicle loading.  
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 be operating. Have  
your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.  
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.”  
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.  
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ABS operation  
The brake pedal may pulsate slightly when the ABS is working. Depress the brake  
pedal and 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.  
In the following cases, your vehicle may need more  
distance to stop than a vehicle without the ABS:  
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You are driving on rough or uneven road surfaces,  
such as gravel or snow.  
The tires are equipped with tire chains*.  
ABS may activate when you depress the brake pedal when driving on:  
• Wet or snow covered roads.  
• Roads paved with stone.  
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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 the vehicle  
accelerates.  
• Roads with uneven surfaces, such as potholes, cracks, manholes, etc.  
When the vehicle speed goes under 6 mph (10 km/h), the ABS stops.  
•
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  
665  
uuBrakinguBrake Assist System  
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.  
666  

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