2015 HONDA ACCORD HYBRID stop start

uuWhen Driving uTurning on the Power
422Driving
You can turn the power system off when the vehicle is completely stopped.
1. Shift to
(P
.
2. Press the POWER button.
1. Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, release the parking brake. Check that
the parking brake indicat or has gone off.
2Parking Brake P. 456
2.Put the shift lever in
(D
. Select
(R
when reversing.
3. Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to pull
away.
■Hill start assist system
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged briefly to help prevent the vehicle from
rolling on inclines as you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Move the shift lever to
(D
or when facing uphill, or
(R
when facing downhill,
then release the brake pedal.
■
Stopping the Power System
■
Starting to Drive
B
1 Hill start assist system
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very steep or slippery slope, and
does not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
brake.

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uuWhen Driving uTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Continued
Driving
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)Instead of directly measuring the pressure in each tire, the TPMS on this vehicle
monitors and compares the rolling radius and rotational characteristics of each
wheel and tire while you are driving to determine if one or more tires are
significantly under-inflated. This will cause th e low tire pressure/TPMS indicator to
come on and a message to appear on the multi-information display.
You must start TPMS calibration every time you:
• Adjust the pressure in one or more tires.
• Rotate the tires.
• Replace one or more tires.
Before calibrating the TPMS:
• Set the cold tire pressure in all four tires.
2 Checking Tires P. 497
Make sure:
•The vehicle is at a complete stop.
• The shift lever is in
(P
.
• The power mode is in ON.
■
TPMS Calibration
1Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
The system does not monitor the tires when driving
at low speed.
Conditions such as low ambient temperature and
altitude change directly affect tire pressure and can
trigger the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator to come on.
Tire pressure checked and inflated in:•Warm weather can become under-inflated in
colder weather.•Cold weather can become over-inflated in warmer
weather.
The low tire pressure i ndicator will not come on as a
result of over inflation.
The TPMS may not function properly if tire type and
size are mixed. Make sure to use the same size and
type of tire. 2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 497
The low tire pressure/TP MS indicator may come on
with a delay or may not come on at all when:•You rapidly accele rate, decelerate, or turn the
steering wheel.•You drive on snowy or slippery roads.•Snow chains are used.
The low tire pressure/TP MS indicator may come on
under the following conditions:•There is a heavier and uneven load on the tires than
the condition at calibration.•Snow chains are used.

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
6. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
7. 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.
8. 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)
9. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
3.9 US qt (3.7 L)
10. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
11. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
12. 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.
Oil Filter

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uuPower System Won’t Start uEmergency Power System Off
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Power System OffThe POWER button may be used to turn the power system off due to an emergency
situation even while driving. If you must turn the power system off, do either of the
following operations:
• Press and hold the POWER button for about two seconds.
• Firmly press the POWER button twice.
The steering wheel will not lock. However, because turning off the power system
disables the power assist the power system provides to the steering and braking
systems, it will require significantly more physical effort and time to steer and slow
the vehicle. Use both feet on the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle and stop
immediately in a safe place.
The power mode is in ACCESSORY when the power system is off.
To change the mode to VEHICLE OFF, move the shift lever to
(P
after the vehicle
comes to a complete stop.
Then press the POWER button twice without depressing the brake pedal.
1Emergency Power System Off
Do not press the button while driving unless it is
absolutely necessary for the power system to be
turned off.
U.S. modelsCanadian models

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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf 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 if 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
10 minutes or more with the en gine 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.
u If not, loosen the cap, and then retighten it until it clicks at least once.
3. Drive for several days of normal driving.
u The 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
1 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or BlinksNOTICEIf 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.

564Index
Seat Heaters...................................... 167, 168
Seats .......................................................... 152
Adjusting ................................................. 152
Front Seats .............................................. 152
Seat Heaters .................................... 167, 168
Security System ......................................... 130
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 82
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 82
SEL/RESET Button ........................................ 98
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 62
Selector Knob (Audio) ...................... 179, 201
Shift Lever ........................................... 26, 424
Operation .......................................... 26, 425
Releasing ................................................. 530
Won’t Move ............................................ 530
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............. 77, 425
Shift Lever Positions ................................. 424
Shifting (Transmission) ............................. 424
Shoulder Anchor ......................................... 42
Side Airbags ................................................ 52
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 54
SiriusXM ® Radio ................................ 216, 255
Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ...................................................... 119
Snow Tires ................................................. 505
Spark Plugs ................................................ 544
Specifications ............................................ 544
Specified Fuel .................................... 463, 544
Speedometer ............................................... 95
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 48 Steering Wheel
......................................... 149
Adjusting ................................................ 149
Stopping ................................................... 460
Summer Tires ............................................ 505
Sunglasses Holder ..................................... 166
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 48
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 137
SYNC Mode ............................................... 171
System Message Indicator .......................... 81
TTemperature
Outside Temperature Display ................... 100
Temperature Sensor ......................... 100, 172
Time (Adjusting) ....................................... 114
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 451
Indicator............................................ 80, 537
Tire Repair Kit ........................................... 517
Tires ........................................................... 497
Air Pressure ..................................... 498, 545
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 497
Inspection ............................................... 497
Labeling .................................................. 498
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 516
Regulations ............................................. 500
Rotation .................................................. 504
Summer .................................................. 505 Tire Chains.............................................. 505
Tire Repair Kit ......................................... 517
Wear Indicators....................................... 502
Winter .................................................... 505
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 419
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 419
Emergency .............................................. 541
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) .................................................... 451
Indicator ........................................... 80, 537
Transmission ..................................... 423, 424
Creeping................................................. 423
Fluid ....................................................... 485
Kickdown ............................................... 423
Operating the Shift Lever ........................ 425
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............. 77, 425
Shifting ................................................... 424
Trip Meter .................................................. 99
Troubleshooting ...................................... 515
Blown Fuse ..................................... 538, 539
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 30
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 31
Emergency Towing ................................. 541
Noise When Braking ................................. 31
Overheating ............................................ 531
Power System Won’t Start ...................... 525
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 516
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 30, 124
Shift Lever Won’t Move .......................... 530
Warning Indicators.................................... 74