2014 HONDA ACCORD low oil pressure

9Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel
(P 67)
CanadaU.S.
Low Fuel IndicatorAnti-lock Brake
System (
ABS)
Indicator
Parking Brake
and Brake System
Indicator (Red)
Canada U.S.
Washer Level
Indicator
*
System Indicators
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA ®) System
Indicator
VSA ® OFF Indicator
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
Electric Power
Steering (EPS) System
Indicator
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Fog Light Indicator
*
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator
*
Adaptive Cruise
Control ( ACC)
Indicator
*
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator
*
Tachometer Speedometer
Fuel Gauge
Security System
Alarm Indicator
Shift Lever
Position
Indicator
*
Gauges
(P 89)
/Information Display
* (P 90)
/
Multi-Information Display
* (P 93)
/System Indicators
(P 68) Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
System Indicators
Temperature Gauge
M (7-speed manual
shift mode) Indicator/
Shift Indicator
*
Maintenance Minder
Indicator
*
Smart Entry System
Indicator
*
Starter System
Indicator
*
System Message
Indicator
*
ECON mode
IndicatorForward Collision
Warning (
FCW
) Indicator
*
Lane Departure Warning
(LDW
) Indicator
*
Light Control
Indicator
*
Door and Trunk
Open Indicator Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Canada U.S.
Models with
information
display
Models with
information
display
*
Not available on all models

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uuIndicators u
Continued
Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
*
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
●
Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
*1, and
goes off when the engine starts.
●
Comes on when the engine oil
pressure is low.
●
Comes on while driving - Immediately
stop in a safe place.
2 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Comes On P. 560
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
●
Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
*1, and
goes off either when the engine
starts or after several seconds if the
engine is not started. If “readiness
codes” have not been set, it blinks
five times before it goes off.
●
Comes on if there is a problem
with the emissions control system.
●
Blinks when a misfire in the
engine's cylinders is detected.
●
Readiness codes are part of the on board
diagnostics for the emissions control
systems.
2 Testing of Readiness Codes P. 577
●
Comes on while driving - Have the
vehicle checked by a dealer.
●
Blinks while driving - Stop in a safe
place where there are no flammable
objects. Stop the engine for 10 minutes
or more, and wait for it to cool down.
Then, take the vehicle to a dealer.
2 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Comes On or Blinks P. 561
Charging System
Indicator
●
Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
*1, and
goes off when the engine starts.
●
Comes on when the battery is not
charging.
●
Comes on while driving - Turn off the
heating and cooling system
*/climate
control system
* and rear defogger in
order to reduce electricity consumption.
2 If the Charging System Indicator
Comes On P. 560
* Not available on all models

483
Driving
Fuel EconomyImproving Fuel EconomyFuel economy depends on several conditions, including driving conditions, your
driving habits, the condition of your vehicle, and loading. Depending on these and
other conditions, you may or may not achieve the rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the
information display
*/multi-information display
*.
• Use the recommended viscosity engine oil, displaying the API Certification Seal.
• Maintain the specified tire pressure.
• Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo.
• Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle's underside
adds weight and increases wind resistance.
■
Maintenance and Fuel Economy
1Improving Fuel Economy
Direct calculation is the recommended method to
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.
In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are
established following a simulated test. For more
information on how this test is pe rformed, please visit
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
Miles driven Gallons of
fuel Miles per
Gallon
100 Liter Kilometers L per 100 km
* Not available on all models

uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
506Maintenance
4. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
5. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
6. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the oil gasket.
7. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)8.
Pour the recommended engine oil into the engine.uEngine oil change capacity (including
filter):
4.4 US qt (4.2 L)
4.5 US qt (4.3 L)
9. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
10. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
11. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
4-cylinder models6-cylinder models
Oil Filter
Oil Filter
4-cylinder models6-cylinder models4-cylinder models6-cylinder models

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 544
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 545
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 551
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 552Emergency Engine Stop ................... 553
Jump Starting .................................... 554
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 557Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 558
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 560If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 560
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 561If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................. 562
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On............................ 562If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 563
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 564
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 566
Emergency Towing ........................... 567

560Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf 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. Stop the engine and let it sit for about one minute.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
3. Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■
Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■
What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the heating and cooling system
* /climate control system
*, rear
defogger, and other electrical systems, and immediately contact a dealer
for repairs.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICERunning the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engine may rapidly discharge
the battery.
* Not available on all models

588Index
Customer Service Information................. 582
Customized Features .......................... 97, 299DDaytime Running Lights ........................... 139
Dead Battery ............................................. 554
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .......................................... 168, 170
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 575
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 136
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 146
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 502
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 136
Display Button .......................... 181, 207, 239
Door Mirrors ............................................. 147
Doors ......................................................... 108
Auto Door Locking .................................. 119
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 119
Door and Trunk Open Indicator ........... 31, 74
Keys ........................................................ 108
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 116
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ............................................ 111
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 115
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 528
Driving ....................................................... 417
ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control) ................ 450
Automatic Transmission/CVT ................... 434 Braking ................................................... 474
Cruise Control ......................................... 447
Shifting Gear ................................... 441, 443
Shifting Position .............................. 435, 437
Starting the Engine.......................... 427, 429
Driving Position Memory System ............ 143
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 537
EEco Assist System.......................................... 7
ECON Button ............................................ 446
Elapsed Time ............................................... 95
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 74, 562
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 466
Emergency ................................................ 567
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 553
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 123
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 577
Engine ....................................................... 574
Coolant ................................................... 507
Jump Starting .......................................... 554
Oil ........................................................... 501
Starting ........................................... 427, 429
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 131
Engine Coolant ......................................... 507
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 508
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 507
Overheating ............................................ 558
Temperature Gauge .................................. 89 Engine Oil
................................................. 501
Adding ................................................... 504
Checking ................................................ 502
Displaying Oil Life ........................... 489, 493
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 560
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 501
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 132
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 74, 562
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 64
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 147
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 540
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 147
FFeatures.................................................... 173
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 537
Oil .......................................................... 505
Flat Tire ..................................................... 545
Floor Mats ................................................ 539
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 510
Brake/Clutch ........................................... 511
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) .................................................... 509
Engine Coolant ....................................... 507
Manual Transmission .............................. 509
Windshield Washer ................................. 512

590Index
Ignition Switch.......................................... 131
Illumination Control
Knob ....................................................... 141
Immobilizer System .................................. 124
Indicator .................................................... 77
Indicators ..................................................... 68
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................... 72
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .................. 80
Brake System (Amber)................................ 68
Brake System (Red) .................................... 68
Charging System ............................... 69, 560
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 80, 448
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 80, 447
Door and Trunk Open ................................ 74
ECON Mode ...................................... 80, 446
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................. 74, 562
Fog Light ................................................... 77
Forward Collision Warning (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, 560
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 75, 470, 472
Maintenance Minder ......................... 80, 489
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 69, 561
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 68, 562
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
VSA
® (Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ............................................ 73, 466
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 73, 467
Washer Level ............................................. 80
Information .............................................. 569
Information Display ................................... 90
Instant Fuel Economy ........................... 91, 96
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control................................... 141
Interface Dial ............................................ 236
Interior Lights ........................................... 156
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 146
JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 548
Jump Starting ........................................... 554KKey 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) .............. 434
LLane Departure Warning (LDW) ............. 462
LaneWatch
TM
............................................ 468
Language (HFL) ................................ 341, 377
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 57
Lights ................................................ 136, 513
Automatic............................................... 137
Bulb Replacement ................................... 513
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 139
Fog Lights ............................................... 138
High Beam Indicator ................................. 76
Interior.................................................... 156
Light Switches......................................... 136
Lights On Indicator.................................... 76
Turn Signals ............................................ 136
Load Limits ............................................... 421
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 108
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 119
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 118
From Inside ............................................. 116