2015 HONDA ACCORD HYBRID Owners Manual

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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
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 if 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.
1 If 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

537
uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf 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. u Calibrate 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.
1 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or BlinksNOTICEDriving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.

538Handling the Unexpected
FusesFuse LocationsIf 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 Protected
Amps
1
Battery
150 A
2
EPS
70 A
ESB 40 A
Engine Electric Water Pump
20 A
Fuse Box Option 1 40 A
ABS/VSA Motor
30 A
RFC 40 A
IG Main 1 30 A
3
Headlight Low Beam Main
30 A
Left E-PT
*
(30 A)
IG Main 2
30 A
Wiper Motor
30 A
4 FI Main 15 A
5
PCU Electric Water Pump
7.5 A
6EVTC 20A
7
IG Hold
10 A
8 DBW 15 A
9
IG Coil
15 A
10 Stop Light 10 A
11
FI Sub
15 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
13
PTC 4
40 A
14 PTC 2 40 A
15
Front Fog Light
*
(15 A)
16 Horn 10 A
17
IG Hold 3-L/R
15 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
*1:Models with halogen low beam headlights
*2:Models with LED low beam headlights 18 Interior Light 7.5 A19
DRL
(7.5 A)
20 Premium Amp
*
(20 A)
21
Back Up
10 A
22 Audio 15 A
23
Fan Timer
7.5 A
24 Right Headlight Low Beam 10 A
*1
15 A
*2
25
Left Headlight Low Beam
10 A
*1
15 A
*2
26
− −
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models

539
uuFuses uFuse Locations
Handling the Unexpected
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 protec ted and fuse rating■
Interior Fuse Box
Fuse Label
Circuit Protected
Amps
1
A/C
7.5 A
2
DRL
7.5 A
3
−
−
4
−
−
5
Meter
10 A
6
SRS
7.5 A
7
Option
7.5 A
8
−
−
9
Fuel Pump
20 A
10
ABS/VSA
7.5 A
11
−
−
12
Front Wiper
7.5 A
13
ACG
15 A
14
Rear Accessory Power Socket
(Console Compartment)
20 A
15
Driver’s Power Seat Reclining
20 A
16
Moonroof
*
(20 A)
17
Front Seat Heaters
20 A
18
Charge Lid
*
(10 A)
19
Passenger Side Door Unlock
10 A
20
Driver Side Rear Door
Unlock
10 A
21
Driver’s Door Lock
10 A
22
Passenger Side Door Lock
10 A
23
Driver’s Door Unlock
10 A
24
SRS
10 A
25
Illumination
10 A
26
Key Lock
7.5 A
27
Parking Lights
10 A
28
Lumbar Support
10 A
29
Right Headlight High Beam
10 A
30
Washer
15 A
31
A/C Main
10 A
32
Driver’s Power Window
20 A
Circuit Protected
Amps
33
Front Passenger’s Power Window
20 A
34
Rear Driver Side Power Window
20 A
35
Rear Passenger Side Power Window
20 A
36
Driver’s Power Seat Sliding
20 A
37
ACCESSORY
7.5 A
38
−
−
39
Left Headlight High Beam
10 A
40
Front Accessory Power
Socket
(Console Panel)
20 A
41
Driver Side Rear Door Lock
10 A
42
Door Lock
20 A
a
SMART
10 A
b
Hybrid System
*
(15 A)
c
Hybrid System
10 A
d
Hazard
15 A
e
Passenger's Power Seat Reclining
*
(20 A)
f
Passenger's Power Seat
Sliding
*
(20 A)
g
Rear Seat Heaters
*
(15 A)
h
−
−
Circuit Protected
Amps
* Not available on all models

540
uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. 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.
u If 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.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.
1Inspecting and Changing FusesNOTICEReplacing 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. 538 to 539.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover.
Combined
Fuse Blown FuseFuse Puller

541Handling the Unexpected
Emergency TowingCall 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.
1 Emergency TowingNOTICETrying 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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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle's specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information re quired by regulation.
Specifications .................................... 544
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number and Motor Number ............ 546
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 547
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 548Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 549
Warranty Coverages ........................ 551
Authorized Manuals ......................... 553
Customer Service Information ......... 554