2014 HONDA ACCORD HYBRID warning light

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Handling the Unexpected
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure When the READY indicator does not come on and the Ready to Drive message
does not appear on the multi-information display, check the following items and
take appropriate action.
ChecklistConditionWhat to DoCheck if the related
indicator or multi- information display
messages come on.The Temperature is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate
message appears2 Multi-Information Display Warning and
Information Messages P. 84
The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range. 2POWER Button Operating Range P. 1332If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
P. 520
The POWER SYSTEM indicator comes onHave your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Check the brightness
of the interior lights. The interior lights are dim or do not come on at all Have the 12-volt battery checked by a dealer.
The interior lights come on normally Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by
a dealer.2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 534
Check the shift lever
position.The shift lever is not in (P or (NMove the shift lever to the (P position.
Check the
immobilizer system indicator. When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.
2
Immobilizer System Indicator P. 80
1Checking the Procedure
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 522
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Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power
system, then open the hood.1.Connect the first jumper cable to your vehicle's 12-volt battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
uUse a 12-volt booster battery only.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the engine mounting bolt
as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable
to any other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle's engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your vehicle's engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
■Jump Starting Procedure1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
12-volt battery performance degrades in cold
conditions and may prevent the engine from starting.
3WARNING
A 12-volt battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the 12-volt battery.
Booster Battery
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Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows: •
The High Temperature. Power Reduced. message appears on the multi-
information display.
• The Engine Temperature Too Hot message appears on the multi-information
display.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
The High Temperature. Power Reduced. message appears on the multi-
information display when the power system temperature is high. 2 Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages P. 90
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
uMove the shift lever to (P , and set the parking brake. Turn off all accessories
and turn on the hazard warning lights.
2. Keep the power mode on, and wait until the message disappears.
uIf the message does not disappear, have your vehicle inspected at a dealer.
■The High Temperature. Power Reduced. Message Appears
on the Multi-Information Display
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■ First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
uNo steam or spray present: Keep the power system on and open the hood.uSteam or spray is present: Turn off the power system and wait until it
subsides. Then open the hood.
■The Engine Temperature Too Hot Message Appears on the
Multi-Information Display1The Engine Temperature Too Hot Message Appears on the Multi-Information Display
NOTICEContinuing to drive with the Engine Temperature
Too Hot message on the multi-information display
may damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low. ■ What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
■ What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Turn the power system off and let the engine sit for about one minute.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
uAdd oil as necessary.
3. Turn the power system on and check the low oil pressure indicator.
uThe indicator goes off: Start driving again.uThe indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Turn the power
off and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator
Comes On ■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the 12-volt battery is not being charged. ■ What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICERunning the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
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Index
G
Gasoline (Fuel)Economy................................................. 461
Gauge ...................................................... 92
Information............................................. 459
Instant Fuel Economy ................................ 97
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 76
Refueling ................................................ 459
Gauges ........................................................ 92
Glass (care) ............................................... 508
Glove Box ................................................. 157
H
Halogen Bulbs .......................................... 484
Handling the Unexpected ....................... 509
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ...................... 333, 370
Auto Answer .................................. 349, 385
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History ................................... 351, 387
Automatic Transferring ................... 349, 385
Displaying Messages ....................... 365, 404
Editing User Name .................................. 384
HFL Buttons .................................... 333, 370
HFL Menus...................................... 336, 372
HFL Status Display ........................... 335, 371
Limitations for Manual Operation.... 335, 371
Making a Call ................................. 355, 396
Options During a Call...................... 362, 401
Phone Setup ................................... 341, 376
Phonebook Phonetic Modification........... 391 Receiving a Call ............................... 361, 400
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail ...... 363, 402
Ring Tone ........................................ 350, 386
Selecting a Mail Account ................. 364, 403
Speed Dial ....................................... 352, 388
To Create a Security PIN .................. 348, 383
To Set Up a Text Message/E-mail
Options ......................................... 346, 381
Use Contact Photo .......................... 350, 386
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio ................... 257
Hazard Warning Button ............................... 2
Head Restraints ......................................... 151
Headlights ................................................. 136
Aiming .................................................... 484
Automatic Operation ............................... 137
Dimming ......................................... 136, 139
Operating ................................................ 136
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 163, 164
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)....................... 333, 370
High Beam Indicator .................................. 79
High Voltage Battery ............................... 451
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 418
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 331
Hybrid Vehicle SPORT HYBRID i-MMD (intelligent Multi Mode
Drive)......................................................... 7 I
Identification Numbers
Engine and Motor ................................... 540
Vehicle Identification ............................... 540
Illumination Control Knob ....................................................... 141
Immobilizer System .................................. 126
Indicator.................................................... 80
Indicators .................................................... 72
12-Volt Battery Charging System ....... 74, 528
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)..................... 76
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 72
Brake System (Red) .................................... 72
ECON Mode ...................................... 83, 422
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................ 78, 530
EV ............................................................. 73
EV Mode ................................................... 73
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .............. 81
High Beam ................................................ 79
Immobilizer System ................................... 80
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................. 82
Lights On .................................................. 79
Low Fuel ................................................... 76
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 74, 528
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 78, 447, 449
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 74, 529
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 72, 530
POWER SYSTEM ........................................ 73
READY ...................................................... 73
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 37, 75
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Security System Alarm ............................... 80
Shift Lever Position .................................... 75
Smart Entry System .................................... 83
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 53, 76
System Message ........................................ 79
Transmission .............................................. 75
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ............... 79
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System ............................................. 77, 443
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 77, 444
Information ............................................... 537
Instant Fuel Economy ................................. 97
Instrument Panel ........................................ 71
Brightness Control ................................... 141
Interface Dial ............................................ 230
Interior Lights ........................................... 155
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 146
Inverter Coolant ........................................ 480
J
Jump Starting ............................................ 522
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 113
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 117
Keys ........................................................... 112
Lockout Prevention .................................. 117
Number Tag ............................................ 113
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 120 Remote Transmitter ................................. 114
Types and Functions ................................ 112
Valet Key................................................. 124
Kickdown (Transmission) ......................... 419
L
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ............. 439
LaneWatch TM
............................................. 445
Language (HFL) ................................ 335, 371
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 61
Lights ................................................. 136, 484
Automatic ............................................... 137
Bulb Replacement ................................... 484
Daytime Running Lights........................... 139
High Beam Indicator .................................. 79
Interior .................................................... 155
Light Switches ......................................... 136
Lights On Indicator .................................... 79
Turn Signals ............................................ 136
Load Limits ................................................ 413
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 112
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.... .............. 121
Childproof Door Locks............................. 120
From Inside ............................................. 118
From Outside .......................................... 114
Keys ........................................................ 112
Using a Key ............................................. 117
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 117
Low Battery Charge (12-Volt) .................. 528
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 76 Low Oil Pressure Indicator
................. 74, 528
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 113
Lower Anchors ........................................... 61
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 413
M
Maintenance ............................................ 463
12-Volt Battery ....................................... 502
Brake Fluid .............................................. 482
Cleaning ................................................. 505
Climate Control System .......................... 504
Coolant .......................................... 478, 480
Maintenance Minder TM
............................ 467
Oil .......................................................... 474
Precautions ............................................. 464
Radiator .................................................. 479
Remote Transmitter ................................ 503
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 484
Safety ..................................................... 465
Service Items ........................................... 469
Tires........................................................ 493
Transmission Fluid ................................... 481
Under the Hood ...................................... 471
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 74, 529
Map Lights ................................................ 156
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 413
Meters, Gauges .......................................... 92
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Troubleshooting...................................... 509
Blown Fuse ..................................... 532, 533 Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 27
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 28
Emergency Towing ................................. 535
Noise When Braking ................................. 28
Overheating ............................................ 525
Power System Won’t Start ...................... 519
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 510
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 27, 120
Select Lever Won’t Move ........................ 524
Warning Indicators.................................... 72
Trunk ........................................................ 122
Lid .......................................................... 122
Light Bulb ............................................... 538
Main Switch............................................ 124
Turn by Turn Directions ............................. 97
Turn Signals .............................................. 136
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 79
Turning on the Power ............................. 416
Does Not Activate ................................... 519
Jump Starting ......................................... 522
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 114
Unlocking the Front Doors from
the Inside .................................................. 18
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 292
USB Port .................................................... 171 Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 115
V
Valet Key ................................................... 124
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 540
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 443
OFF Button .............................................. 444
Off Indicator .............................................. 77
System Indicator ........................................ 77
Ventilation ................................................ 165
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 473, 539
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 443
W
Warning and Information Messages ......... 84
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 528
Warning Labels ........................................... 69
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) ............................................... 545
Watts ......................................................... 538
Wear Indicators (Tire) ............................... 498
Window Washers ...................................... 140
Adding/Refilling Fluid............................... 483
Switch ..................................................... 140
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............. 129Windshield
................................................ 140
Cleaning ................................................. 508
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 166
Washer Fluid ........................................... 483
Wiper Blades ........................................... 491
Wipers and Washers................................ 140
Winter Tires .............................................. 501
Snow Tires .............................................. 501
Tire Chains .............................................. 501
Wipers and Washers ................................. 140
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 491
WMA ................. 184, 192, 215, 225, 254, 278
Worn Tires ................................................ 493
X XM ® Radio ........................................ 212, 251
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