2004 HONDA ACCORD COUPE coolant temperature

This shows the temperature of the
engine’s coolant. During normal
operation, the pointer should rise to
about the middle of the gauge. In
severe driving conditions, the pointer
mayriseintotheupperhalf of the
gauge. If it reaches the red (Hot)
mark, pull saf ely to the side of the
road. Turn to page for
instructions and precautions on
checking the engine’s cooling
system.This shows how much f uel you have.
It may show slightly more or less
than the actual amount. The needle
returns to the bottom after you turn
of f the ignition.
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Temperature Gauge Fuel Gauge
Gauges
Inst rument s and Cont rols67
NOTICE:
Avoid driving with an
extremely low f uel level. Running out
of f uel could cause the engine to
misf ire, damaging the catalytic
converter.
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Air flows from the center
and corner vents in the dashboard.
Air f low is divided between
the vents in the dashboard and the
f loor vents.
Air f lows f rom the f loor
vents.
Air f low is divided between
the f loor vents and the def roster
vents at the base of the windshield.
Air f lows f rom the def roster
vents at the base of the windshield.
When you select or ,
the system automatically switches to
Fresh Air mode and turns on the
A/C. In these modes, the A/C stays
on with the indicator off. When you select , the system
automatically switches to Fresh Air
mode.
The system automatically
turns on the A/C and switches to
Recirculation mode. Air f lows f rom
the center and side vents in the
dashboard.
The f low-through ventilation system
draws in outside air, circulates it
through the interior, then exhausts it
through vents near the rear window.
Set the temperature control dial or
the button to the lower limit.
Make sure the A/C is of f .
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed. The heater uses engine coolant to
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it
will be several minutes bef ore you
f eel warm air coming through the
system.
Select .
When you select , the system
automatically switches to Fresh
Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial.
1. 1.
2.3.4. 2.3.
On all models except f or EX-L and
EX-V6 models Except f or EX-L and EX-V6 models with
Navigation System
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
MAX A/C Button
Ventilation Using the Heater
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Press the A/C button, the Manual
Operation of A/C screen will
appear.
Select the desired mode and f an
speed icons on the display.
Adjustthewarmthwiththe
temperature buttons ( or ).Air conditioning places an extra load
on the engine. Watch the engine
coolant temperature gauge (see page
). If it moves near the red zone,
turn of f the A/C until the gauge
reads normally.
Turn on the A/C by pressing the
button. The light above the button
comesonwhenafanspeedis
selected. The display shows A/CON.
Make sure the temperature
control dial is set to the lower limit.
Select .
If the outside air is humid, select
the Recirculation mode. If the
outside air is dry, select the Fresh
Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed. Press the A/C button, the Manual
Operation of A/C screen will
appear.
Select the ON icon on the display.
Select the desired temperature
and MODE selections. If the
outside air is humid, select the
Recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select the Fresh Air
mode.
you can
cool it down more rapidly by partially
opening the windows, turning on the
A/C, and setting the fan to
maximum speed in Fresh Air mode.
1.
1.
2. 3. 2. 3.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 67
If the interior is very warm,
On EX-L and EX-V6 models with
Navigation System
Except f or EX-L and EX-V6 models withNavigation System On EX-L and EX-V6 models with
Navigation System
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
Using the A /C
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The pointer of your vehicle’s
temperature gauge should stay in
the midrange. If it climbs to the red
mark, you should determine the
reason (hot day, driving up a steep
hill, etc.).
If your vehicle overheats, you should
take immediate action. The only
indication may be the temperature
gauge climbing to or above the red
mark. Or you may see steam or
spray coming f rom under the hood.Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Neutral or
Park, and set the parking brake.
Turn of f all accessories, and turn
on the hazard warning indicators.
If you see steam and/or spray
coming f rom under the hood, turn
of f the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood.If you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to overloading,
the engine should start to cool
down almost immediately. If it
does, wait until the temperature
gauge comes down to the midpoint,
then continue driving.
If the temperature gauge stays at
the red mark, turn of f the engine.
Look f or any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (see
on page ).
2.
1. 3. 4. 5.
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If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
Emergency
Towing
266
NOTICE: Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
Driving with the temperature
gauge pointer at the red mark can
cause serious damage to your engine.
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If you don’t f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant
if the level is below the MIN mark.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the pointer
reaches the middle of the tempera-
ture gauge, or lower, bef ore check-
ing the radiator.Using gloves or large heavy cloth,
turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise without pushing
down to the first stop. After the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.
Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see
on page ).
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
Start the engine and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum (climate control to
AUTO at ‘‘ ’’). Add coolant
to the radiator up to the base of
the f iller neck. If you do not have
the proper coolant mixture
available, you can add plain water.
Remember to have the cooling
system drained and ref illed with
the proper mixture as soon as you
can. 272
6. 7. 8. 9.10.
11.
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
Emergency
Towing
267
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard . 2, 57
................
Daytime Running Lights . 71
Daytime Running Lights
.......................................
Indicator . 63
.................................
Dead Battery . 264
............
Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 302
................
Def ogger, Rear Window . 73
Defrosting the
....................................
Windows . 114
............................
Dimensions . 284, 286
...............
Dimming the Headlights . 70
Dipstick
.
Automatic Transmission . 225, 226
..................................
Engine Oil . 168
..........................
Directional Signals . 70
........
Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 188
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil . 220
Doors
..............
Locking and Unlocking . 78
......................
Power Door Locks . 78
..........
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 288
Downshif ting, Manual
.............................
Transmission . 180
.....................
CD Error Messages . 143
.......................................
CD Player . 134
........................
CD Pocket, Center . 100
........................
Certif ication Label . 282
.................................
Chains, Tires . 250
....................
Changing a Flat Tire . 257
Changing Oil
........................................
How to . 218
.............................
When to . 205, 210
...
Charging System Indicator . 58, 269
............
Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 178
.....................................
Child Saf ety . 32
..............................
Booster Seats . 48
.............................
Child Seats . 32, 39
Inportant Saf ety
.........................
Reminders . 32, 36
..........................................
Inf ants . 37
..........................
Larger Children . 47
.........................................
LATCH . 41
......................
Risks with Airbags . 33
.............................
Small Children . 38
.........................................
Tethers . 45
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Where Should a Child Sit? . 33
.......................................
Child Seats . 39
.........................................
LATCH . 41
..........
Tether Anchorage Points . 45 Cleaning
...................................
Seat Belts . 240
...............
Climate Control System . 115
..............................................
Clock . 154
...................................
Clutch Fluid . 231
........................
CO in the Exhaust . 294
...................................
Coin Pocket . 101
............
Cold Weather, Starting in . 179
......................
Compact Spare Tire . 256
.................
Console Compartment . 100
...............
Consumer Inf ormation . 300
.............
Controls, Instruments and . 55
Coolant
........................................
Adding . 221
....................................
Checking . 169
.........................
Proper Solution . 221
...................
Temperature Gauge . 67
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System . 293
................
Cruise Control Indicator . 63
............
Cruise Control Operation . 156
.....................................
Cup Holders . 99
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Customer Service Of f ice . 300
Index
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving . 177
....................................
Economy . 170
................
In Foreign Countries . 292
..........
Dual Temperature Control . 117
..................
Dust and Pollen Filter . 242
..............................
Economy, Fuel . 170
..................................
Emergencies . 255
.............
Battery, Jump Starting . 264
...........
Brake System Indicator . 271
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 257
.....
Charging System Indicator . 269
..................
Checking the Fuses . 275
.........
Hazard Warning Flashers . 72
............................
Jump Starting . 264
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 268
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 269
...
Manually Closing Moonroof . 274
..................
Overheated Engine . 266
.......................................
Towing . 272
...........................
Emergency Brake . 97
......................
Emergency Flashers . 72
......................
Emergency Towing . 272 ............
Emergency Trunk Opener . 82
.......................
Emissions Controls . 293
.............
Emissions Testing, State . 296 Engine
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 67
.........................
If It Won’t Start . 262
Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp . 58, 269
........
Oil Pressure Indicator . 58, 268
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use . 217
...............................
Overheating . 266
....................
Specif ications . 285, 287
....................
Speed Limiter . 182, 185
.......................................
Starting . 179
..........
Engine Speed Limiter . 182, 185
......................
Ethanol in Gasoline . 164
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 293
...............................
Exhaust Fumes . 51
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
........................................
Belts by . 16
...................................
Fan, Interior . 110
Features, Comfort and
..............................
Convenience . 107 ....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 165
Filters
.........................
Dust and Pollen . 242
...............................................
Oil . 218
5-speed Manual Transmission ...............
Checking Fluid Level . 228
5-speed Manual Transmission ................................
Shif ting the . 180
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 72
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 257
Fluids
.
Automatic Transmission . 225, 226
..........................................
Brake . 230
.........................................
Clutch . 231
..............
Manual Transmission . 228
..........................
Power Steering . 231
..................
Windshield Washer . 224
...........................
Folding Rear Seat . 89
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Foreign Countries, Driving in . 292
..........................
Four-way Flashers . 72
..............................
Front Airbags . 9, 22
..................................
Front Seat . 83, 85
................................
Adjusting . 83, 85
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Heaters . 90
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Airbags . 9, 22
Index
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Fuel . 164
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Fill Door and Cap . 165
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Gauge . 67
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Octane Requirement . 164
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Oxygenated . 164
........................
Tank, Ref ueling . 165
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Fuses, Checking the . 275
...............
Gas Mileage, Improving . 170
..........................................
Gasohol . 164
.........................................
Gasoline . 164
...........................................
Gauge . 67
................
Octane Requirement . 164
........................
Tank, Ref ueling . 165
................
Gas Station Procedures . 165
Gauges
...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 67
...............................................
Fuel . 67
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 183
5-speed Manual
.........................
Transmission . 180
6-speed Manual .........................
Transmission . 180 ........................................
Glove Box . 99
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
.....................................
(GVWR) . 195 ... Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 282
Ignition
..............................................
Keys . 75
...........................................
Switch . 77
............
Timing Control System . 294
........................
Immobilizer System . 76
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
.........................................
Indicators . 58
.......
ABS (Auti-lock Brake) . 60, 189
Brake (Parking and Brake
............................
System) . 59, 271
................
Charging System . 58, 269
.............................
Cruise Control . 63
DRL (Daytime Running
......................................
Lights) . 63
...................................
High Beam . 63
........
Key (Immobilizer System) . 61
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Low Fuel . 62
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Low Oil Pressure . 58, 268
...........................
Side Airbag Of f . 59
...............................................
SRS . 59
Turn Signal and Hazard
...................................
Warning . 61
..............................
Washer Level . 63
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 233
..............
Hazard Warning Flashers . 72
........................................
Headlights . 70
........................................
Aiming . 233
..............
Automatic Lighting Off . 71
............
Daytime Running Lights . 71
............
Low Beams, Turning on . 70
.........................
Reminder Chime . 70
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 233
...................................
Turning on . 70
..............................
Head Restraints . 88
.....................
Heating and Cooling . 108
.................................
Heated Mirror . 96
.....................................
Heater, Seat . 90
.............
High Altitude, Starting at . 179
HomeLink Universal
................................
Transceiver . 159
....................................
Hood Latch . 232
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Hood, Opening the . 166
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Hydraulic Clutch . 231
Index
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