2016 HONDA ACCORD battery replacement

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 502
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 503Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 504
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 505
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 513Opening the Hood ........................... 515
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 517
Oil Check ......................................... 518
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 520
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 521
Engine Coolant ................................ 523
Transmission Fluid ............................ 525
Brake/Clutch Fluid ............................ 527
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 528
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 529
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 537
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 539
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 540Tire Labeling .................................... 540DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 542Wear Indicators................................ 544 Tire Service Life ................................ 544
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 545
Tire Rotation .................................... 546
Winter Tires ..................................... 547
Battery ............................................... 548
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 549
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 551Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 552
Exterior Care.................................... 554
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Maintenance
Battery
Checking the Battery
Check the battery terminals for corrosion
monthly.
The battery condition is being monitored by
the sensor on the negative terminal. If there is
a problem with the sensor, the warning
message on the information display
*/multi-
information display* will let you know. Have
your vehicle checked by a dealer.
If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Reactivating the audio system P. 189
•The clock resets.
2 Clock P. 114
•The navigation system* is disabled.
2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent da maging your vehicle's electrical system.
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.
1 Battery
WARNING: Battery post, terminals,
and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals
by applying a baking powder and water solution.
Clean the terminals with a damp towel. Cloth/towel
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery, the replacement must be
of the same specifications.
Please consult a dealer for more information.
3WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to
explode with enough force to kill or
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery
maintenance, wear prot ective clothing and
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do
it.
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Unscrew the cover with a small Phillips-
head screwdriver.
2. Open the remote transmitter.
u Wrap the small flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratching the
transmitter.
3. Remove the button battery with the small
flat-tip screwdriver.
4. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
■Master Keys with Remote Transmitter*
1Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.
ScrewBattery type: CR1620
Battery
* Not available on all models
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uuWarranty Coverages u
Information
Replacement Battery Limited Warranty – provides prorated coverage for a
replacement battery purchased from a dealer.
Replacement Muffler Life time Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as
long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to a ll these warranties. Please read the Honda
warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on
warranty coverages. Your vehi cle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer.
Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet.
■Canadian Owners
Please refer to the warranty manual that came with your vehicle.
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Index
Automatic TransmissionCreeping................................................. 429
Fluid ....................................................... 526
Kickdown ............................................... 429
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 20, 437
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 571
Shifting ................................................... 436
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 188
Average Fuel Economy ...................... 97, 101
Average Speed ......................................... 102
B
Battery...................................................... 548
Charging System Indicator ................ 69, 574
Jump Starting ......................................... 568
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 548
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 549
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ..................................... 172
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 213, 268
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............ 343, 374
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 63
Brake System ............................................ 479
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 481
Brake Assist System................................. 482
Fluid ....................................................... 527
Foot Brake .............................................. 480
Indicator ........................................... 68, 576
Parking Brake.......................................... 479 Brake System Indicator (Amber)
................ 68
Brake System Indicator (Red) ..................... 68
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 153
Bulb Replacement .................................... 529
Brake Lights, Rear Turn Signal Lights and Rear
Side Marker/Taillights............................. 534
Fog Lights ................................................ 531
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 532
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 531
Front Turn Signal/Side Marker Lights ........ 533
Front Turn Signal/Si de Marker/Parking
Lights .................................................... 533
Headlights ............................................... 529
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 536
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 531
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 536
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 533
Taillights and Back-Up Lights ................... 535
Bulb Specifications ........................... 584, 586
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 64
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 176
Carrying Cargo .................................. 413, 415
CD Player ........................................... 201, 252
Center Pocket ........................................... 171
Certification Label .................................... 588
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 529 Charging System Indicator
................. 69, 574
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks............................. 126
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 131
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................ 63
Child Seat for Infants................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 59
Larger Children ......................................... 62
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Using a Tether ........................................... 61
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 126
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 554
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 552
Climate Control System ............................ 180
Changing the Mode ................................ 180
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 181
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 551
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 180
Sensors ................................................... 183
Synchronized Mode................................. 182
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 180
Clock .......................................................... 114
Clutch Fluid ............................................... 527
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 483
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Index
K
Key Number Tag...................................... 117
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 123
Keys ........................................................... 116
Lockout Prevention ................................. 123
Master Keys ............................................ 116
Number Tag............................................ 117
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 126
Remote Engine Start ............................... 425
Remote Transmitter ................................ 121
Types and Functions................................ 116
Valet Key ........................................ 117, 130
Won’t Turn ............................................... 24
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission
/CVT) ........................................................ 429
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ........ 464
LaneWatchTM............................................ 473
Language (HFL) ................................ 344, 376
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 57
Lights ................................................ 144, 529
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 147
Automatic............................................... 145
Bulb Replacement ................................... 529
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 150
Fog Lights ............................................... 146
High Beam Indicator ................................. 76
Interior.................................................... 168 Light Switches ......................................... 144
Lights On Indicator .................................... 76
Turn Signals ............................................. 144
Load Limits ................................................ 415
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 116
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 127
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 126
From Inside .............................................. 124
From Outside ........................................... 119
Keys ........................................................ 116
Using a Key ............................................. 123
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 123
Low Battery Charge .................................. 574
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 72
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 574
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 118
Lower Anchors ............................................ 57
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 584, 586
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 415
M
Maintenance............................................. 501
Battery .................................................... 548
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 527
Cleaning .................................................. 552
Climate Control System ........................... 551
Coolant ................................................... 523
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 505 Oil ........................................................... 518
Precautions ............................................. 502
Radiator .................................................. 524
Remote Transmitter ................................. 549
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 529
Safety...................................................... 503
Service Items ................................... 507, 511
Tires ........................................................ 539
Transmission Fluid ................................... 525
Under the Hood ...................................... 513
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 575
Manual Transmission ............................... 438
Map Lights ................................................ 169
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 415
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 95
Mirrors ...................................................... 158
Adjusting ................................................ 158
Door ....................................................... 159
Exterior ................................................... 159
Interior Rearview ..................................... 158
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 500
Moonroof ................................................. 138
MP3 ................................... 201, 210, 252, 265
Multi-Information Display ......................... 99
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 496
N
Numbers (Identification).......................... 588
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Index
O
Odometer............................................ 97, 101
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 517
Adding .................................................... 520
Checking ................................................. 518
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 505, 509
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 69, 574
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 517
Viscosity .................................................. 517
Open Source Licences ............................... 297
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 515
Moonroof ................................................ 138
Power Windows ...................................... 135
Trunk....................................................... 128
Outside Temperature Display ............ 98, 102
Overheating .............................................. 572
P
Paddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual Shift
Mode) ...................................................... 434
Pandora® ........................................... 209, 262
Panic Mode ............................................... 134
Parking ...................................................... 491
Parking Brake ............................................ 479
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator ............................................ 68, 576
Parking Sensor System .............................. 492
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 50
Passing Indicators ..................................... 144 Playing
Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 213, 268
Power Windows ....................................... 135
Precautions While Driving Rain ........................................................ 428
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 559
R
Radiator.................................................... 524
Radio (AM/FM) ................................. 199, 239
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 244
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 200, 242
Range .................................................. 98, 101
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 200, 242
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 591
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 154
Rear Seat (Folding Down) ........................ 166
Rear Seat Heaters ..................................... 179
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 158
Refueling .................................................. 497
Fuel Gauge................................................ 95
Gasoline .................................. 497, 584, 586
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 72
Regulations ............................... 477, 542, 589
Remote Engine Start ................................ 425
Remote Transmitter ................................. 121
Replacement Battery .................................................... 549
Bulbs ....................................................... 529 Fuses .............................................. 578, 580
Tires........................................................ 545
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 537
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 590
Resetting a Trip Meter ....................... 97, 101
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 460
Indicator ................................................... 81
On and Off ............................................. 461S
Safe Driving ................................................ 27
Safety Check ............................................... 31
Safety Labels .............................................. 65
Safety Message ............................................ 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 32
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ................. 36
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 34
Checking .................................................. 38
Fastening .................................................. 35
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 59
Pregnant Women...................................... 37
Reminder .................................................. 33
Warning Indicator ............................... 33, 71
Seat Heaters ..................................... 178, 179
Seats .......................................................... 160
Adjusting ................................................ 160
Front Seats.............................................. 160
Rear Seats ............................................... 166
Seat Heaters ................................... 178, 179
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