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Quick Reference Guide
Refueling (P 459)
Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or higher required
Fuel tank capacity: 15.8 US gal (60 L)
a Push the fuel fill door release
handle.
b Turn the fuel fill
cap slowly to
remove the cap.
c Place the cap in
the holder on the
fuel fill door.
d After refueling,
screw the cap
back on until it
clicks at least once.
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uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
The following messages appear only on the multi-information display. Press the (information) button to see the message again
with the system message indicator on.
MessageConditionExplanation
● Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not
installed.
2 Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 529
●
Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due
soon.
uConsequently, Maintenance Due Now and
Maintenance Past Due follow.2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-
Information Display P. 468
●
Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high.
2 Overheating P. 525
●
Appears when the engine coolant temperature is
near its upper limit.●Drive slowly to prevent overheating.
●
Appears if any door or the trunk is not completely closed.
● The beeper sounds and the message comes on if any
door or the trunk is opened while driving.●
Goes off when all doors and the trunk are closed.
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Driving
Refueling
Fuel Information ■Fuel recommendation
Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic knocking noise
that can lead to engine damage.
■ Top tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additives in gasoline vary in the market, Honda
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the needs of today ’s advanced engines.
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.
For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit www.hondacars.com. In Canada, visit
www.honda.ca for additional information on gasoline. For more information on top
tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com .
■ Fuel tank capacity: 15.8 US gal (60 liters)
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number 87 or higher
1Fuel Information
NOTICEWe recommend quality gasoline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly recommend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, and cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service.
Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such
as ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol
by volume. Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try
another service station or switch to another brand of
gasoline.
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uuRefuelinguHow to Refuel
Driving
How to Refuel1.Stop your vehicle with the service station
pump on the left side of the vehicle in the rear.
2. Turn off the power system.
3. Push on the fuel fill door release handle at
the foot of the driver’s seat.
uThe fuel fill door opens.
4. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. If you hear a
release of air, wait until this stops, then turn
the knob slowly to open the fuel fill cap.
5. Place the fuel fill cap in the holder.
6. Insert the filler nozzle fully.
uWhen the tank is full, the fuel nozzle will
click off automatically. This leaves space
in the fuel tank in case the fuel expands
with a change in the temperature.
7. After filling, replace the fuel fill cap, tightening
it until you hear it click at least once.
uShut the fuel fill door by hand.
1How to Refuel
The filler nozzle automatically stops to leave space in
the fuel tank so that fuel does not overflow as a result
of changes in air temperature.
If the fuel nozzle keeps turning off when the tank is
not full, there may be a problem with the pump's fuel
vapor recovery system. Try filling at another pump. If
this does not fix the problem, consult a dealer.
Do not continue to add fuel after the nozzle has
automatically stopped. Additional fuel can exceed
the full tank capacity.
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel. • Turn the power system off, and keep
heat, sparks, and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.
Push
Cap
Cap
Holder
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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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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle SpecificationsModelHonda Accord Hybrid
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating U.S.: 4,542 lbs (2,060 kg)
Canada: 2,060 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 2,414 lbs (1,095 kg)
Canada: 1,095 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 2,161 lbs (980 kg)
Canada: 980 kg
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 13.6 – 15.3 oz (385 – 435 g)
Lubricant Type ND-OIL 11
■Engine Specifications
■Fuel
■Washer Fluid
Displacement126 cu-in (1,993 cm 3
)
Spark Plugs NGK ILZKAR7E11S
Fuel: TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 15.9 US gal (60 ℓ)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 5.1 US qt (4.85 ℓ)
■Light Bulbs
*1: Models with halogen low beam headlights
*2: Models with LED low beam headlights
Headlights (Low Beam)55 W (H11) *1
LED *2
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)
Parking/Daytime Running LightsLED
Front Turn Signal/Side Marker Lights 24/2.2CP (Amber)
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)LED
Brake/Taillights LED
Rear Side Marker LightsLED
Taillights LED
Back-Up Lights16W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W (Amber)
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Lights 5W
Trunk Light5WInterior LightsMap Lights8WCeiling Light8WVanity Mirror Lights1.4WCourtesy Lights2CP
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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
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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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