2014 HONDA ACCORD HYBRID check engine

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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or
Blinks■Reasons for the indicator lamp to come on or blink
• Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system, or the fuel fill cap is missing, or loose.
• Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.
■ What to do when the indicator lamp comes on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a dealer. ■ What to do when the indicator lamp blinks
Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
ten minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
■ The message appears on when:
An evaporative system leak is detected. This may be caused by the fuel fill cap being
loose or not being installed. ■ What to do when the message appears:
1. Turn the power system off.
2. Check if the fuel fill cap is fully installed.
uIf not, loosen the cap, and then retighten it until it clicks at least once.
3. Drive for several days of normal driving.
uThe message should go off.
■ When the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
The malfunction indicator lamp comes on if the system continues to detect a leak of
gasoline vapor. If this happens, check the fuel fill cap using the procedures described above.
■Tighten Fuel Cap Message
1If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
NOTICEIf you drive with the malfunction indicator lamp on,
the emissions control system and the engine could be damaged.
If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again next
time the engine starts, drive to the nearest dealer at
31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle
inspected.
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Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF, and check
to see if any applicable fuse is blown.
Located near the brake fluid reservoir. Push
the tabs to open the box.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number. ■Circuit protected and fuse rating
■Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Circuit ProtectedAmps1Battery150 A
2
EPS70 A
ESB 40 A
Engine Electric Water Pump20 A
Fuse Box Option 1 40 A
ABS/VSA Motor30 A
RFC 40 A
IG Main 1 30 A
3
Headlight Low Beam Main30 ALeft E-PT *(30 A)IG Main 230 AWiper Motor30 A
4 FI Main 15 A
5PCU Electric Water Pump7.5 A
6E VTC 2 0A
7IG Hold10 A
8 DBW 15 A
9IG Coil15 A
10 Stop Light 10 A
11FI Sub15 A
12 Fuse Box Main 2 60 A
Rear Defogger 50 A
Fuse Box Main 1 60 A ABS/VSA FSR 40 A
Fuse Box 30 A −−
Heater Motor 40 A −−
Small Light 20 A
Fuse Box Option 2 40 A
13PTC 440 A
14 PTC 2 40 A
15Front Fog Light *(15 A)
16 Horn 10 A
17IG Hold 3-L/R15 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
*1:Models with halogen low beam headlights
*2:Models with LED low beam headlights 18 Interior Light 7.5 A
19DRL(7.5 A)
20 Premium Amp *
(20 A)
21Back Up10 A
22 Audio 15 A
23Fan Timer7.5 A
24 Right Headlight Low Beam 10 A
*1
15 A *2
25Left Headlight Low Beam10 A*1
15 A *2
26 − −
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFusesuInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses1.Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK). Turn headlights and all accessories off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine compartment.
uIf the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
uIf there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.
1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICEReplacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 532 to 533.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine compartment fuse box cover.
Combined
Fuse Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller
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Index
Index
Numbers
12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator ............................................ 74, 528
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 454
Accessories and Modifications ................. 462
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 160
Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System ............ 423
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................. 427
Additives
Coolant ........................................... 478, 480
Engine Oil ................................................ 473
Washer .................................................... 483
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 473
Adjusting Armrest ................................................... 154
Clock ....................................................... 110
Front Seats .............................................. 148
Head Restraints........................................ 151
Mirrors .................................................... 146
Steering Wheel ........................................ 145
Temperature .............................................. 97
Aha TM
Radio ...................................... 224, 277
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 165
Changing the Mode ................................ 165
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 166
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 504 Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode .....
.............. 165
Sensors ................................................... 168
Synchronized Mode................................. 167
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 165
Air Pressure ....................................... 494, 539
Airbags ........................................................ 43
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 49
After a Collision ........................................ 46
Airbag Care............................................... 55
Event Data Recorder .................................. 29
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 46
Indicator.............................................. 53, 76
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 54
Sensors ..................................................... 43
Side Airbags .............................................. 50
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 52
AM/FM Radio ............................ 182, 208, 247
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 454
Indicator.................................................... 76
Armrest ..................................................... 154
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 174
Audio System ............................................ 170
Adjusting the Sound................ 180, 206, 237
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 172
Error Messages ........................................ 283
General Information ................................ 289
HDD ........................................................ 257
Internet Radio ......................... 190, 222, 275
iPod ........................................ 187, 218, 267
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................... 192, 225, 278
Reactivating ............................................ 173 Recommended CDs ................................ 290
Recommended Devices ........................... 292
Remote Controls ..................................... 174
Security Code ......................................... 173
Theft Protection ...................................... 173
Touch Screen .................................. 198, 231
USB Flash Drives...................................... 292
USB Port ................................................. 171
Authorized Manuals ................................ 547
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 121
Customize .............................. 106, 304, 322
Automatic Lighting .................................. 137
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 172
Average Fuel Economy .............................. 96
Average Fuel Economy Records ................ 98
Average Speed ........................................... 97
B
Battery .................................................. 8, 502
12-Volt ................................................... 502
12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator ................................................. 74
Charging (12-Volt Battery) ...... ................ 502
High Voltage....................................... 8, 451
Jump Starting ......................................... 522
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt
Battery) ................................................. 502
Maintenance (Replacing the Button
Battery) ................................................. 503
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 36
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Index
Doors......................................................... 112
Auto Door Locking .................................. 121
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 121
Door and Trunk Open Message ................. 35
Keys ........................................................ 112
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 118
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ............................................ 114
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 117
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 496
Driving ....................................................... 409
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 427
Braking .................................................... 452
Cruise Control ......................................... 424
Shifting.................................................... 420
Transmission ............................................ 419
Turning on the Power .............................. 416
Driving Position Memory System ............. 143
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 504
E
Eco Assist System ........................................ 13
Eco Drive Display ........................................ 14
ECON Button ............................................. 422
Elapsed Time ............................................... 96
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 78, 530
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 443
Emergency ................................................. 535 Emergency Trunk Opener
........................ 125
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 543
Engine ....................................................... 540
Coolant ................................................... 478
Jump Starting .......................................... 522
Oil ........................................................... 473
Engine Coolant
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reservoir ............................................... 478
Adding to the Radiator ......... ............... .... 479
Overheating ............................................ 525
Engine Oil ................................................. 473
Adding .................................................... 475
Checking................................................. 474
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 467
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 74, 528
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 473
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 78, 530
EV Button .................................................... 10
EV Indicator ................................................ 73
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon
Monoxide) ................................................. 68
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 147
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 507
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 147
F
Features .................................................... 169 Filters
Dust and Pollen....................................... 504
Oil .......................................................... 476
Flat Tire ..................................................... 510
Floor Mats ................................................ 506
Fluids Brake ...................................................... 482
Engine Coolant ....................................... 478
Inverter Coolant ...................................... 480
Transmission ........................................... 481
Windshield Washer ................................. 483
Foot Brake ................................................ 453
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .......... 435
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 46
Front Seats ................................................ 148
Adjusting ................................................ 148
Fuel ..................................................... 24, 459
Economy................................................. 461
Gauge ...................................................... 92
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 97
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 76
Range ....................................................... 96
Recommendation.................................... 459
Refueling ................................................ 459
Fuel Economy ........................................... 461
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 24, 460
Message ................................................. 529
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 24, 460
Fuses ......................................................... 532
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 534
Locations ........................................ 532, 533
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Mirrors...................................................... 146
Adjusting ................................................ 146
Door ....................................................... 147
Exterior ................................................... 147
Interior Rearview ..................................... 146
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 462
Moonroof ................................................. 132
Motor Number ......................................... 540
MP3 ................... 184, 192, 215, 225, 254, 278
Multi-Information Display ......................... 94
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 457
N
Numbers (Identification) ......................... 540
O
Odometer ................................................... 96
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 473
Adding ................................................... 475
Checking ................................................ 474
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 467
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 74, 528
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 473
Viscosity.................................................. 473
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 472
Moonroof ............................................... 132
Power Windows...................................... 129
Trunk ...................................................... 122 Outside Temperature Display
.................... 97
Overheating .............................................. 525
P
Pandora ®................................... 191, 223, 276
Panic Mode ............................................... 128
Parking ...................................................... 456
Parking Brake ........................................... 452
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 72, 530
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 54
Passing Indicators ..................................... 136
POWER Button .......................................... 133
Power System
Turning on .............................................. 416
POWER SYSTEM Indicator .......................... 73
Power Windows ........................................ 129
POWER/CHARGE Gauge ............................. 93
Precautions While Driving ....................... 419
Rain......................................................... 419
Pregnant Women ....................................... 41
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 510
R
Radiator .................................................... 479
Radio (AM/FM) .......................... 182, 208, 247
Radio (XM ®) ...................................... 212, 251
Radio Data System (RDS) .......... 183, 210, 249
Range .......................................................... 96 RDS (Radio Data System)
......... 183, 210, 249
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 543
READY Indicator ......................................... 73
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button ..................................................... 142
Rear Seat Heaters ..................................... 164
Rearview Camera ..................................... 458
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 146
Refueling .................................................. 459
Fuel Gauge................................................ 92
Gasoline .......................................... 459, 538
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 76
Regulations ............................... 449, 496, 541
Remote Transmitter ................................. 114
Replacement Battery .................................................... 503
Bulbs ....................................................... 484
Fuses ............................................... 532, 533
Tires ........................................................ 499
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 491
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 542
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 96
S
Safe Driving ................................................ 31
Safety Check ............................................... 35
Safety Labels ............................................... 69
Safety Message ........................................... 30
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