2015 HONDA ACCORD COUPE oil viscosity

449Driving
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.
• 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 performed, please visit
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
Miles driven Gallons of
fuel Miles per
Gallon
100 Liter Kilometers L per 100 km

463
uuMaintenance Under the Hood uRecommended Engine Oil
Maintenance
Recommended Engine Oil
Oil is a major contributor to your engine's
performance and longevity. If you drive the
vehicle with insufficient or deteriorated oil,
the engine may fail or be damaged.
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving
and that it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Use Genuine Honda Motor Oil or another
commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for
the ambient temperature as shown here.
■Synthetic oil
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal
and is the specified viscosity grade.• Genuine Honda Motor Oil
• Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certification Seal on the
container.
1Recommended Engine Oil
Engine Oil Additives
Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact,
they may adversely affect the engine performance
and durability.
Ambient Temperature

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Continued
Maintenance
Transmission FluidHave a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.■
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) FluidSpecified fluid: HCF-2■
Manual Transmission FluidSpecified fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)4-cylinder models with continuously variable transmission (CVT)
1Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) FluidNOTICEDo not mix HCF-2 with other transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than HCF-2 may
adversely affect the operation and durability of your
vehicle's transmission, and damage the transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to HCF-2 is not covered by Honda's
new vehicle warranty.
4-cylinder/6-cylinder models with manual transmission
1 Manual Transmission Fluid
If Honda MTF is not available, you may use the API
certificated SAE 0 W-20 or 5 W-20 viscosity motor oil
as a temporary measure.
Replace with MTF as soon as possible. Motor oil does
not contain the proper additives for the transmission
and continued use can cause decreased shifting
performance and lead to transmission damage.

551Index
MMaintenance............................................ 451
Battery .................................................... 494
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 473
Cleaning ................................................. 498
Climate Control System .......................... 497
Coolant .................................................. 469
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 455
Oil .......................................................... 464
Precautions ............................................. 452
Radiator .................................................. 470
Remote Transmitter ................................ 495
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 475
Safety ..................................................... 453
Service Items ........................................... 457
Tires........................................................ 485
Transmission Fluid ................................... 471
Under the Hood ...................................... 459
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 69, 521
Manual Transmission ............................... 417
Map Lights ................................................ 136
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 395
Meters, Gauges .......................................... 81
Mirrors ...................................................... 125
Adjusting ................................................ 125
Door ....................................................... 126
Exterior ................................................... 126
Interior Rearview ..................................... 125
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 450
Moonroof ................................................. 109
MP3 ................... 165, 173, 196, 206, 235, 259 Multi-View Rear Camera
.......................... 445
NNumbers (Identification).......................... 534OOdometer.................................................... 83
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 463
Adding .................................................... 466
Checking ................................................. 464
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 455
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 69, 520
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 463
Viscosity .................................................. 463
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 461
Moonroof................................................ 109
Power Windows ...................................... 106
Trunk ........................................................ 99
Outside Temperature Display .................... 84
Overheating .............................................. 518PPaddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual Shift
Mode) ...................................................... 411
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Shift Mode) ...................................................... 415
Pandora® ................................... 172, 204, 257
Panic Mode ............................................... 105 Parking
...................................................... 444
Parking Brake ........................................... 440
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 68, 522
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 50
Passing Indicators ..................................... 115
Power Windows ....................................... 106
Precautions While Driving ....................... 407
Rain ........................................................ 407
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 505
RRadiator.................................................... 470
Radio (AM/FM) ......................... 163, 189, 228
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ............................. 193, 232
Radio Data System (RDS) ......... 164, 191, 230
Range .......................................................... 84
RDS (Radio Data System) ......... 164, 191, 230
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 537
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 121
Rear Seat (Folding Down) ........................ 134
Rearview Camera ..................................... 446
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 125
Refueling .................................................. 447
Fuel Gauge................................................ 81
Gasoline .................................. 447, 530, 532
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
Regulations ............................... 438, 488, 535

553Index
Wear Indicators....................................... 490
Winter .................................................... 493
Tools ......................................................... 504
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 397
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 398
Load Limits ............................................. 397
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 400
Emergency .............................................. 527
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 436
Indicator ........................................... 73, 523
Transmission ............................. 409, 413, 417
Automatic............................................... 413
Continuously Variable (CVT).................... 409
Fluid ............................................... 471, 472
Manual ................................................... 417
Number .................................................. 534
Shift Lever Position Indicator ..... 70, 410, 414
Trip Meter .................................................. 83
Troubleshooting ...................................... 503
Blown Fuse ..................................... 524, 525
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 24
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 24
Emergency Towing ................................. 527
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 511
Noise When Braking ................................. 25
Overheating ............................................ 518
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 505
Shift Lever Won’t Move .......................... 517
Warning Indicators.................................... 68 Trunk
........................................................... 99
Lid ............................................................. 99
Light Bulb ........................................ 530, 532
Main Switch ............................................ 101
Turn Signals .............................................. 115
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 73
UUnlocking the Doors .................................. 91
Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ........ 13
USB Flash Drives ........................................ 273
USB Port .................................................... 151
Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ....................................................... 93VValet Key ............................................. 89, 101
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 534
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA® ).................. 432
Off Button ............................................... 433
Off Indicator .............................................. 72
System Indicator ........................................ 72
Ventilation ................................................ 144
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 463, 531, 533
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 432
WWarning and Information Messages ......... 79
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 520
Warning Labels ........................................... 65
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 539
Watts ................................................. 530, 532
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 490
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 508
Window Washers ..................................... 119
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 474
Switch ..................................................... 119
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 106
Windshield ................................................ 119
Cleaning ................................................. 501
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 145
Washer Fluid ........................................... 474
Wiper Blades ........................................... 483
Wipers and Washers................................ 119
Winter Tires .............................................. 493
Snow Tires .............................................. 493
Tire Chains .............................................. 493
Wipers and Washers ................................. 119
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 483
WMA ................. 165, 173, 196, 206, 235, 259
Worn Tires ................................................ 485