2006 HONDA ACCORD HYBRID engine overheat

This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. If it comes on at any other
time, it indicates a problem in the
integrated motor assist (IMA)
system. With the IMA indicator on,
the vehicle may not accelerate as it
normally does. Have the vehicle
checked by the dealer as soon as
possible.
See page .
If the power steering system
overheats while driving, the assisting
power is reduced and steering may
f eel slightly harder.
If you drive with the system
overheated continuously or
repeatedly, this can damage the
power steering system.
This indicator normally comes on
when you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position and goes of f
af ter the engine starts. If it comes on
at any other time, there is a problem
in the electric power steering system.
If this happens, stop the vehicle in a
saf e place, and turn of f the engine.
Reset the system by restarting the
engine. The indicator will not turn
of f immediately. If it does not go of f
after driving a short distance, or
comes back on again while driving,
take the vehicle to your dealer to
have it checked. With the indicator
on, the EPS may be of f , making the
vehicle harder to steer.
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Instrument Panel Indicators
Electric Power Steering
(EPS) Indicator
IMA System Indicator
A uto Idle Stop Indicator
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than normal. The trailer tracks a
smaller arc than your vehicle, and it
canhitorrunoversomethingthe
vehicle misses. Allow more time and
distance f or braking. Do not brake or
turn suddenly as this could cause the
trailer to jackknif e or turn over.
When climbing hills, closely watch
your temperature gauge. If it nears
the red (Hot) mark, turn the air
conditioning of f , reduce speed and, if
necessary, pull to the side of the
road to let the engine cool.Always drive slowly and have
someone guide you when backing up.
Grip the of the steering
wheel; then turn the wheel to the lef t
to get the trailer to move to the lef t,
andturnthewheelrighttomovethe
trailer to the right.
Follow all normal precautions when
parking, including f irmly setting the
parking brake and putting the
transmission in Park. Also, place
wheel chocks at each of the trailer’s
tires.
Crosswinds and air turbulence
caused by passing trucks can disrupt
your steering and cause the trailer to
sway. When being passed by a large
vehicle, keep a constant speed, and
steer straight ahead. Do not try to
make quick steering or braking
corrections. When driving down hills, reduce
your speed, and shif t down to second
gear. Do not ‘‘ride’’ the brakes, and
remember, it will take longer to slow
downandstopwhentowingatrailer.
If you must stop when f acing uphill,
use the f oot brake or parking brake.
Do not try to hold the vehicle in
placebypressingontheaccelerator,
as this can cause the automatic
transmission to overheat.
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Making T urns and Braking
Driving on Hills Handling Crosswinds and Buf f et ingBacking Up
Parking
Towing a Trailer
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This section covers the more
common problems that motorists
experience with their vehicles. It
gives you inf ormation about how to
safely evaluate the problem and what
to do to correct it. If the problem has
stranded you on the side of the road,
you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also f ind instructions
on getting your vehicle towed.......................
Compact Spare Tire .226
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Changing a Flat Tire .227
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If the Engine Won’t Start .230
Nothing Happens or theStarter Motor Operates ............................
Very Slowly .230
The Starter Operates ................................
Normally .231
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Jump Starting .232
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If the Engine Overheats .234
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .236
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Charging System Indicator .237
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .237
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Readiness Codes .238
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Brake System Indicator .239
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Closing the Moonroof .240
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Emergency Towing .241
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Fuses .243
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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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 off 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 ).
The pointer of the 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 the accessories, and
turn on the hazard warning lights.
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2. 3.
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5.
241Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
234
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 the engine.
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Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. Af ter the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.
Start the engine and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum (climate control to
FULL AUTO at 90°F/32°C). 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.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.
If you do not 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.
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11.
Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
235
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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CONT INUED
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Panel Brightness Control .73
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Park Gear Position .167
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Parking Brake .93
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Parking Lights .71
Parking Over Things that
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Burn . 173, 259
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Parking Tips .173
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PGM-FI System .258
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Power Mirror Heaters .89
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts .18
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Protecting Adults and Teens .13
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Additional Safety Precautions .19
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Advice f or Pregnant Women .18
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Protecting Children .31
Protecting Inf ants and Small
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Children .36
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Protecting Larger Children .45
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Using Booster Seat .46
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Radiator Overheating .234 Radio/CD Sound
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System .112
Rear Lights, Bulb ......................
Replacement . 210, 211
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Rear View Mirror .88
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Rear Window Def ogger .74
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Reclining the Seat Backs .86,87
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Reminder Lights .53
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Remote Transmitter .80
Replacement Inf ormation
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Engine Oil and Filter .198
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Fuses .243
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Light Bulbs .206
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Minder . 187-192
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Tires .218
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Wiper Blades .213
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .21
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Reserve Tank, Coolant .201
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Restraint, Child .31
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Reverse Gear Position .167
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Rotation, Tire .218
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Safety Belts . 10 ............
Safety Defects, Reporting .266
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Saf ety Features .9
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Airbags .11
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Seat Belts .10
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Saf ety Labels, Location of .50
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Saf ety Messages .ii
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Satellite Radio .131
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Seat Belts .10
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Additional Information .20
Automatic Seat Belt
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Tensioners .21
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Lap/Shoulder Belt .20
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Maintenance .21
Reminder Indicator and
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Beeper . 20, 54
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System Components .20
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Use During Pregnancy .18
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Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt .20
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Seats, Adjusting the .85
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Security System .140
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Selecting a Child Seat .38
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Select/Reset Knob .73
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Serial Number .250
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Service Intervals . 187-192
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks .191
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