2014 HONDA ACCORD HYBRID Owners Manual

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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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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
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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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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
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If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■ What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. • If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using regenerative braking.
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On ■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with the EPS system.
■ What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn on the power system again.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe place. If necessary downshift
the transmission.
If the brake system indicator (red) and ABS indicator
come on simultaneously, the electronic brake
distribution system is not working. This can result in
vehicle instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer immediately.
If both red and amber brake system indicators come
on, stop the vehicle in a safe place and have it
inspected by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada
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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
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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, the indicator blinks for about one
minute, and then stays on. ■ What to do when the indicator comes on
Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Check the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The specified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
uCalibrate 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.
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICEDriving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
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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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uuFusesuFuse Locations
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Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number. ■Circuit protected and fuse rating
■Interior Fuse Box
Fuse Label
Circuit ProtectedAmps1A/C7.5 A2DRL7.5 A3−−4−−5Meter10 A6SRS7.5 A7Option7.5 A8−−9Fuel Pump20 A
10ABS/VSA7.5 A11−−12Front Wiper7.5 A13ACG15 A
14Rear Accessory Power Socket
(Console Compartment)20 A
15Driver’s Power Seat Reclining20 A
16Moonroof *(20 A)17Front Seat Heaters20 A18Charge Lid
*(10 A)
19Passenger Side Door
Unlock10 A
20Driver Side Rear Door Unlock10 A
21Driver’s Door Lock10 A22Passenger Side Door Lock10 A23Driver’s Door Unlock10 A24SRS10 A25Illumination10 A26Key Lock7.5 A27Parking Lights10 A28Lumbar Support10 A29Right Headlight High Beam10 A30Washer15 A31A/C Main10 A32Driver’s Power Window20 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
33Front Passenger’s Power Window20 A
34Rear Driver Side Power Window20 A
35Rear Passenger Side Power
Window20 A
36Driver’s Power Seat Sliding20 A37ACCESSORY7.5 A38−−39Left Headlight High Beam10 A
40Front Accessory Power Socket
(Console Panel)20 A
41Driver Side Rear Door Lock10 A42Door Lock20 AaSMART10 AbHybrid System *(15 A)cHybrid System10 AdHazard15 A
ePassenger's Power Seat
Reclining *(20 A)
fPassenger's Power Seat
Sliding*(20 A)
gRear Seat Heaters
*(15 A)h−−
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFusesuInspecting and Changing Fuses
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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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Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle. ■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle. ■ Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.1Emergency Towing
NOTICETrying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle's weight.
NOTICEImproper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
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