2014 HONDA ACCORD COUPE TPMS

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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
■Inflation guidelines
Properly inflated tires provid e the best combination of hand ling, tread life, and comfort.
Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or spec ification’s page for the specified pressure.
Underinflated tires wear unev enly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and
are more likely to fail from overheating.
Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride ha rshly, are more prone to road hazards,
and wear unevenly.
Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
At least once a month or before long trips , use a gauge to measure the pressure in
all tires, including the spare. Even tires in good condition can lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to
20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf/cm
2) per month.
■Inspection guidelines
Every time you check inflation, also examine the tires and valve stems.
Look for:
• Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tread. Replace the tire if you find any cuts,
splits, or cracks in the side of the tire . Replace it if you see fabric or cord.
• Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.
• Uneven tread wear. Have a deal er check the wheel alignment.
• Excessive tread wear.
2 Wear Indicators P. 528
•Cracks or other damage around valve stem.
1Checking Tires
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This
means the vehicle has been parked for at least three
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If
necessary, add or releas e air until the specified
pressure is reached.
If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as much as
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.4 kgf/cm
2) higher than if
checked when cold.
Whenever tire pressure is adjusted, you must
calibrate the TPMS. 2 TPMS Calibration P. 468
Have a dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent
vibration while driving. Ne w tires and any that have
been removed and reinst alled should be properly
balanced.
3WARNING
Using tires that are excessively worn or
improperly inflated can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding ti re inflation and
maintenance.

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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uTire Rotation
Maintenance
Tire Rotation
Rotating tires according to the maintena nce messages on the information display*/
multi-information display* helps to distribute wear more evenly and increase tire life.
■Tires without rotation marks
Rotate the tires as shown here.
■Tires with rotation marksRotate the tires as shown here.
1Tire Rotation
Tires with directional trea d patterns should only be
rotated front to back (not fr om one side to the other).
Directional tires should be mounted with the rotation
indication mark facing forward, as shown below.
Whenever tires are rotated, you must calibrate the
TPMS. 2 TPMS Calibration P. 468
FRONT
Direction MarkFront
Front
* Not available on all models

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 542
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 543
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 549
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 550
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 551
Jump Starting .................................... 552
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 555Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 556
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 558
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 558
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 559
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................. 560
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On............................ 560
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 561
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 562
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 564
Emergency Towing ........................... 565

uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
548
Handling the Unexpected
1. Remove the center cap.
2. Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire
well.
3. Remove the spacer cone from the wing
bolt, flip it over, and insert it back on the
bolt. Secure the flat tire with the wing bolt.
4. Securely put the jack and wheel nut wrench
back in the tool case. Store the case in the
trunk.
If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. After driving for a few miles (kilometers), the
indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on. Tire Pressures Low
appears on the multi-information display
*, but this is normal.
Calibrate the TPMS when you replace the tire with a specified regular tire.
2TPMS Calibration P. 468
■Storing the Flat Tire1Storing the Flat Tire
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.
Spacer
Cone
Wing
Bolt
For
compact
spare tire For
full-size
tire
■TPMS and the Spare Tire
* Not available on all models

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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low, or the TPMS has not been calibrated.
If there is a problem with the TPMS or the compact spare tire is installed,
the indicator blinks for about one minute, and then stays on.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The sp ecified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
u Calibrate the TPMS after the tire pressure is adjusted.
■What to do when the indicator blinks, then remains on
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire causes the indica tor to blink, change the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driving for a few miles (kilometers). u Calibrate the TPMS after a full-size tire is reinstalled.
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely unde rinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.

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Index
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ............ 336
I
Identification Numbers
Engine and Transmission.......................... 572
Vehicle Identification ............................... 572
Ignition Switch .......................................... 131
Illumination Control Knob ....................................................... 141
Immobilizer System .................................. 124
Indicator .................................................... 77
Indicators ..................................................... 68
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .................. 80
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 72
Brake System (Amber)................................ 68
Brake System (Red) .................................... 68
Charging System ............................... 69, 558
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 80, 446
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 80, 445
Door and Trunk Open ................................ 74
ECON Mode ...................................... 80, 444
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................. 74, 560
Fog Light ................................................... 77
Forward Collision Wa rning (FCW) .............. 78
High Beam................................................. 76
Immobilizer System .................................... 77
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................. 79
Light Control ............................................. 81
Lights On ................................................... 76 Low Fuel ................................................... 72
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 69, 558
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 75, 468, 470
Maintenance Minder ......................... 80, 487
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 69, 559
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 68, 560
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 33, 71
Security System Alarm ............................... 77
Smart Entry System ................................... 81
Starter System ........................................... 81
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 49, 72
System Message ........................................ 76
Transmission ............................................. 71
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ............... 76
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®)
System ............................................ 73, 464
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 73, 465
Washer Level ............................................. 80
Information .............................................. 567
Information Display ................................... 90
Instant Fuel Economy ........................... 91, 96
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control................................... 141
Interface Dial ............................................ 235
Interior Lights ........................................... 156
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 146
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 546
Jump Starting ........................................... 552
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 109
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 115
Keys ........................................................... 108
Lockout Prevention ................................. 115
Master Keys ............................................ 108
Number Tag............................................ 109
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 118
Remote Transmitter ................................ 111
Types and Functions................................ 108
Valet Key ........................................ 109, 122
Won’t Turn ............................................... 22
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission/ CVT) ......................................................... 432
L
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ............. 460
LaneWatchTM............................................ 466
Language (HFL) ................................ 340, 376
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 57
Lights ................................................ 136, 511
Automatic............................................... 137
Bulb Replacement ................................... 511
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 139
Fog Lights ............................................... 138
High Beam Indicator ................................. 76
Interior.................................................... 156
Light Switches......................................... 136
Lights On Indicator .................................... 76
Turn Signals ............................................ 136

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Index
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Tachometer................................................ 89
Temperature Outside Temperature Display .............. 92, 96
Temperature Sensor .................... 92, 96, 172
Time (Setting) ........................................... 106
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 468
Indicator ........................................... 75, 561
Tires .......................................................... 523
Air Pressure............................. 524, 569, 571
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 523
Inspection ............................................... 523
Labeling .................................................. 524
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 543
Regulations ............................................. 526
Rotation.................................................. 530
Spare Tire ............................... 543, 569, 571
Summer .................................................. 531
Tire Chains.............................................. 531
Wear Indicators....................................... 528
Winter .................................................... 531
Tools ......................................................... 542
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 421
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 422
Load Limits ............................................. 421
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 424
Emergency .............................................. 565
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 468
Indicator ........................................... 75, 561 Transmission
..................... 433, 435, 439, 441
Automatic ............................................... 439
Automatic (CVT) .............................. 433, 435
Fluid ................................................ 507, 508
Manual .................................................... 441
Number ................................................... 572
Shift Lever Position Indicator .......................... 70, 434, 436, 440
Trip Meter ............................................. 91, 95
Troubleshooting ....................................... 541
Blown Fuse ...................................... 562, 563
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 22
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 23
Emergency Towing .................................. 565
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 549
Noise When Braking .................................. 23
Overheating ............................................ 556
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 543
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 22, 118
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 555
Warning Indicators .................................... 68
Trunk ......................................................... 120
Lid ........................................................... 120
Light Bulb ........................................ 568, 570
Main Switch ............................................ 122
Turn Signals .............................................. 136
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 76
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 111 Unlocking the Front Doors from
the Inside .................................................. 11
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 297
USB Port .................................................... 175
Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 113
V
Valet Key ........................................... 109, 122
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 572
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 464
Off Button............................................... 465
Off Indicator.............................................. 73
System Indicator ........................................ 73
Ventilation ........................................ 166, 169
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 499, 569, 571
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 464
W
Warning and Information Messages ... 82, 84
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 558
Warning Labels ........................................... 65
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 577
Watts ................................................. 568, 570
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 528
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 546