Service Bulletin 17-067

August 4, 2017 07125 Version 1

2018 Civic Hatchback: PDI Information

AFFECTED VEHICLES

Year Model Trim Level

2018 Civic Hatchback (1.5T)
LX
LX-A with Honda Sensing
Sport
EX

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EX-A with Honda Sensing
EXLN
EXLN-A with Honda Sensing
Sport Touring with Honda Sensing

INTRODUCTION
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This bulletin covers the pre-delivery inspection (PDI) of the 2018 Civic Hatchback. It includes these procedures:

1. Fuel the Vehicle 10. Start the TPMS Calibration Process

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2. Remove the Exterior Protective Coatings 11. Do the PCM Idle Learn Procedure

3. Install the Fuses 12. Install the Shift Lock Release Cover
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4. Remove the Interior Protective Coverings 13. Activate the Audio Unit (Trim Levels Without
Navigation)
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5. Install the Floor Mats 14. Set the Clock (Trim Levels Without Navigation)

6. Check the Battery 15. Check/Refresh the SiriusXM® Radio Dealer Demo
Service (If Equipped)
7. Install the Body Plugs 16. Make Sure LaneWatch® Works

8. Install the Front License Plate Holder 17. Check the Collision Mitigation Braking System™,
ACC, Road Departure Mitigation, and LKAS
Indicators (If Equipped)
9. Set the Tire Pressures

To do a PDI on a model with a navigation system, be sure to complete S/B 17-068, 2018 Civic Hatchback: PDI of the
Navigation System.

CUSTOMER INFORMATION: The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools,
equipment, and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and
you should not assume this bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this
information applies, contact an authorized Honda automobile dealer.

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CLAIM INFORMATION
Reimbursement Time: 1.4 hours
NOTE: This time includes the PDI of the navigation system (if equipped).

PDI PROCEDURES
Before Starting
Review these items:
• Perfect Delivery documents, especially the information on battery maintenance and tire pressures
• Checklist in the PDI and Final Delivery Checklist
Make sure you record the PDI on the appropriate pages of the checklist. The PDI is not done until this bulletin and the
checklist are both complete. Note on the repair order any repairs or problems that cannot be fixed within a few minutes.
Remove all PDI items from the trunk/cargo area, interior, and glove box.
Trim Levels with Push Button Start
To lower parasitic draw, the vehicle comes from the factory with the No. 18 BACKUP (10 A) fuse removed from the
main under-hood fuse box. With it removed, the engine will not start when you apply the brake pedal (clutch pedal on
M/T trim levels) and press the ENGINE START/STOP button.

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To start the engine with this fuse removed, you must do this:
1. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once.

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2. When the indicator blinks, touch the smart entry remote to the ENGINE START/STOP button.

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 The indicator will switch from blinking to steady when communication is complete.

3. Start the engine by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button while pressing the brake pedal (clutch pedal on
M/T trim levels). You must start the engine within 10 seconds of touching the remote to the button.
Get familiar with the jacking and lift points show below. Use of any other points can cause deformation/damage.

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 1. Fuel the Vehicle
Make sure the No. 18 BACKUP (10 A) fuse is installed before filling up the fuel tank (see “Install the Fuses”). If you do it
without it installed, the fuel gauge will take much longer than normal to show an accurate reading.
If this happens, and you do not want to wait for the gauge to show the correct level, turn the ignition to OFF and let the
vehicle sit for 10 minutes. Install the fuses and turn the ignition to ON. The fuel gauge will then show the correct level.

2. Remove the Exterior Protective Coatings

Carefully remove all exterior protective coatings. See S/B 03-080, Removal of Protective Coatings During PDI. Do not
remove the clear protective tape on the rear doors.

3. Install the Fuses

To lower battery drain during vehicle shipping, the No. 18 BACKUP (10 A) fuse and the No. 19 AUDIO (15 A) fuse are
removed from the under-hood fuse box and stored in the glove box, center console cup holder, or coin tray. Make sure
you install them in the proper sockets.

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Vehicle Interior
4. Remove the Interior Protective Coverings
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There are several protective coverings on the interior trim pieces and on some areas of the carpet. Carefully remove all
of them. Be sure your hands are clean to avoid soiling any surfaces.
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If the vehicle has a leather-wrapped steering wheel, remove the protective covering by pulling the top toward you.
Do not try removing it by pulling the top away and down from you or you will damage the cable reel.

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 5. Install the Floor Mats
Install the floor mats where they belong. Place the driver’s floor mat eyelets over the anchors in the floor, then turn the
knobs clockwise to the lock position.

Under-Hood (Engine Cold)

6. Check the Battery

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To ensure long battery life and that the customer gets a fully charged battery, it must be checked at these times:
• When the vehicle first arrives at the dealership
• During the PDI (if done at a later time)
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At regular intervals (if stored)
Just before vehicle delivery
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Test the battery with the ED-18 battery tester using S/B 88-023, Battery Testing and Replacement. If the ED-18 does
not show GOOD BATTERY, charge the battery with the GR8 battery diagnostic station.
Write down the GOOD BATTERY 10-digit code in the PDI and Final Delivery Checklist. During the PDI, write down the
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code in the “Under Hood - Engine Cold” section. Then, at vehicle delivery, test the battery again, charge if needed, and
write down the new code in the “Final Inspection (At Delivery)” section.
NOTE: Make sure the ED-18 has the latest software installed before using it. See S/B 09-045, ED-18 Battery Tester
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Update Information.

Under Vehicle (On Lift)

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NOTE: A flat lift may interfere with the side spoiler. Use attachments that help prevent damaging it.
7. Install the Body Plugs
Install the body plugs as shown.

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Vehicle Exterior (Vehicle Lowered to Half-Height)
8. Install the Front License Plate Holder
If state regulations require the use of a front license plate, install the front license plate holder as shown:

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Vehicle Exterior (Vehicle Lowered to Ground)
9. Set the Tire Pressures
Set the tire pressures according to the driver’s doorjamb label. Make sure the tires are at the same temperature as the
outside air when checking and setting the pressures.
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NOTE: Remember to set the spare tire to the pressure listed on the driver’s doorjamb label.

10. Start the TPMS Calibration Process

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This vehicle has an indirect TPMS. Unlike other systems that directly measure air pressure, an indirect TPMS uses the
VSA wheel speed sensors to monitor and compare tire characteristics while driving and determine when one or more
tires are significantly underinflated.
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To ensure proper operation, you must inflate all four tires to the cold inflation pressures listed on the driver’s doorjamb
label and start the TPMS calibration process during the PDI using the applicable method below.
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TPMS Button Method (LX)

With the transmission in Park (Neutral for M/T trim levels), turn the ignition to ON. Press and hold the TPMS button until
the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS indicator blinks twice, telling you the calibration process has begun. Once started, the
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calibration will complete on its own.

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Driver Information Interface Method (LX-A with Honda Sensing)
1. With the transmission in Park (Neutral for M/T trim levels), turn the ignition to ON.
2. Using the driver information interface and steering wheel buttons, press the Information button, press the arrow
buttons to select Vehicle Settings, then press the ENTER button. TPMS Calibration comes up.

3. Press the ENTER button. The display switches to Setup where you can select Cancel or Calibrate.
4. Press the arrow buttons to select Calibrate, then press the ENTER button. You will then see Calibration
Started, followed by a return to the Setup screen. Once started, the calibration will complete on its own.
Display Audio Method (EX and above)
1. Start the engine, and park the vehicle in an open area away from trees, power lines, and tall buildings. Remove

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loose articles, cell phones, and electrical accessories near the GPS antenna. If you see this screen, press and
hold the audio power button to bypass it.

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2. You will then see this screen, telling you the system is initializing (acquiring its location from the GPS satellites).
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Keep watching the screen.

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NOTE: Initialization averages about 10 minutes, but it can take as long as 45 minutes. If it completes within
10 minutes, the screen changes to the globe screen.

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3. If the system does not initialize within 10 minutes, a second screen (shown below) appears. The system is still
initializing, but it will not automatically change to the globe screen when the initialization is complete. Do not
follow the screen instructions right away. After 30 minutes, try restarting the engine to see if the system
completed the initialization. If it did not, then follow the screen instructions.

NOTE: The initialization screen may appear after battery voltage to the audio-navigation unit has been
disconnected for more than 5 minutes. If that happens, follow the screen instructions. If you are still unable to
get GPS initialization, do a search in the service information using keyword GPS.
4. When initialization is complete, this screen appears. Select OK.

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NOTE: Selecting OK is optional. The screen will change on its own.
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5. With the transmission in Park (Neutral for M/T trim levels), turn the ignition to ON.
6. On the display, select HOME, then Settings.
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7. Select Vehicle.
8. Select TPMS Calibration.
9. Select Calibrate. The message TPMS has been initialized will appear, and the display will return to the
customization menu screen. Once started, the calibration will complete on its own.

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Under-Hood (Engine Idling)
11. Do the PCM Idle Learn Procedure
To ensure a steady engine idle, do the PCM idle learn procedure after installing the No. 18 BACKUP (10 A) fuse.
1. Start the engine with the transmission in Park (Neutral for M/T trim levels) and make sure all electrical items
(A/C, audio unit, defogger, lights, etc.) are turned off.
2. Wait for the engine to reach operating temperature (the cooling fans cycle twice).
3. Let the engine idle for 10 minutes with the throttle fully closed.
The PCM idle learn procedure must also be done after updating or replacing the PCM. If does not need to be done after
clearing DTCs.

Vehicle Interior
12. Install the Shift Lock Release Cover
Install the shift lock release cover as shown.

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13. Activate the Audio Unit (Trim Levels Without Navigation)
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After installing the No. 18 BACKUP (10 A) fuse, turn the ignition to ON, then press and hold the audio system
power button for at least 2 seconds. This synchronizes the audio unit with the vehicle and initializes it for use.
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NOTE: You may see the factory In Line Diag screen, which means the audio unit is in the factory diagnostic mode.
If you do, follow these steps to exit the mode; otherwise, skip them.
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• Select Start Diag.

• Press all of the buttons on the steering wheel that you see on the screen. The icons should turn green.
• Make a loud sound (like snapping your fingers or clapping your hands) next to the microphone to complete the
mic test.
• When you have completed all of the tests, the icons will be green. Select Exit Diag to exit the mode.
• Turn the ignition to OFF, then to ON, to make sure the In Line Diag screen does not reappear.

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14. Set the Clock (Trim Levels Without Navigation)
Trim Levels with Color Audio
1. Turn the ignition to ON.
2. Press the MENU/CLOCK button. The Adjust Clock screen comes up.

3. Turn the selector knob to adjust the hour, then push in the knob.
4. Turn the selector knob to adjust the minutes, then push in the knob.
5. Turn the knob to select Set, then push in the knob.
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1. Turn the ignition to ON.
2. Select Home, then Settings.

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3. Select Clock, and move the vehicle outside so the GPS receiver can acquire a signal. Once a signal is
acquired, the time will default to PST.
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4. Select Clock Adjustment, press the up/down arrow icons to adjust the hours and minutes, then select OK.

15. Check/Refresh the SiriusXM® Radio Dealer Demo Service (If Equipped)
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The audio system comes from the factory activated with the SirusXM Radio dealer demo service. Once you install the
No. 18 BACKUP (10 A) fuse, the system receives the full range of available channels. You can see a full list of channels
at www.siriusxm.com.
While watching the display, tune to several channels within the full channel lineup. If you can tune to all of the channels,
the dealer demo service is activated.

16. Make Sure LaneWatch® Works (If Equipped)

Turn the ignition to ON. Press the button on the end of the combination switch to make sure LaneWatch works. Press
the button again and the LaneWatch view should go off. Activate the right turn signal and the LaneWatch view should
come on.

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17. Check the Collision Mitigation Braking System™, ACC, Road Departure Mitigation, and LKAS Indicators
(If Equipped)
When you first turn the ignition to ON, these indicators should come on for a few seconds, then go off.
• Collision Mitigation Braking System
• ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control)
• Road Departure Mitigation
• LKAS (Lane Keeping Assist System)

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END
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