2016 HONDA ACCORD check transmission fluid

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INSTRUMENT PANELSAFETY
INSTRUMENT PANELReporting Safety Defects
In the U.S.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could 
cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda \
Motor Co.,
Inc.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds 
that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recal\
l and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems 
between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-
4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator,
NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain 
other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
In Canada
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could 
cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Honda Canada, Inc., and you 
may also inform Transport Canada.
If Transport Canada receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if 
it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may le\
ad to a recall and
remedy campaign. However, Transport Canada cannot become involved in individual 
problems between you, your dealer, or Honda Canada, Inc.
To contact Transport Canada’s Defect Investigations and Recalls Division, you may 
call 1-800-333-0510. For more information on reporting safety defects or about motor 
vehicle safety, go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety.
Learn about the indicators, gauges, and displays related to driving the vehicle.
Indicators briefly appear with each engine start and then go out. Red and amber 
indicators are most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for gen\
eral
information.
Malfunction Indicators
These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit while driving or at 
any other time, there may be a problem. See your dealer if necessary.
Brake system
• Brake fluid is low.
• The brake system has a problem.
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check 
the brake fluid level when you stop. If abnormal, take immediate action. If 
necessary, downshift the transmission to slow the vehicle using engine
braking. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Low oil pressure
engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. open the hood. Check the oil
level, and add oil if necessary (see page 134). If the indicator does not turn 
off, have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Charging system
The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off 
the vehicle to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repaired 
immediately.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioners. 
Smart Entry system*
There is a problem with the smart entry system.
U.S.
Canada
*if equipped

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MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
Maintenance Minder™
reminds you when indicated maintenance service is due.
Models with information display
When maintenance is due, the Maintenance Minder indicator appears every time 
you turn the vehicle on. Press the select/reset knob to change displays.
Models with multi-information display
When maintenance is due, the system message indicator comes on and a message 
appears on the multi-information display every time you turn the vehicle\
on. Press
either Info (p/q) button on the steering wheel to change displays.
• Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake fluid every 
3 years.
• 
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
•  Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder
message
Maintenance
Minder indicator
Sub items
Main item
Maintenance Minder
messag e
System message
indicator
Sub items
Main item
U.S. models
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and sys\
tems
may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individuals using \
parts
that are certified to EPA standards.
According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenan\
ce on the
maintenance main items marked with # will not void your emissions warranties.
However, all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the 
intervals indicated by the multi-information display.
Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
#: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
Replace engine oi l*1
BReplace engine oil*1 and oil lter
Inspect front and rear brakes/service as necessary
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
Inspect suspension components
Inspect driveshaft boots
Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)
Inspect all uid levels and condition of uid s
Inspect exhaust system#
Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every \
15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of s\
oot in the air from industryand diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen lter every \
15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: Continuously variable transmission (CVT) models
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher
transmission temperatures. This requires transmission uid changes mo\
re frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehic\
le under these
conditions, have the transmission uid changed every 25,000 miles (4\
0,000 km).
*6: 6-cylinder models
*7: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110 °F, 43 °C), in very low temperatures
(under -20 °F/-29 °C), or tow a trailer, replace every 60,000 mi\
les/100,000 km.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
Rotate tires
2Replace air cleaner element*2
Replace dust and pollen lter*3
Inspect drive belt
3
Replace transmission ui d*4,*5
4Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pum p*6,*7
Inspect valve clearance
5
Replace engine coolant

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CUSTOMER INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
6-cylinder models
Vehicle
Engine and Fuel
Tires
Light Bulbs
Fluids
ModelHonda Accord SedanNo. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Tota l5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating U.S.: 4,542 lbs (2,060 kg )
Canada: 2,060 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 2,491 lbs (1,130 kg )
Canada: 1,130 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 2,072 lbs (940 kg )
Canada: 940 kg
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantit y15.0 – 16.8 oz (425 – 475 g)
Lubricant Type ND-OIL 8
Engine
FuelDisplacement212 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plugs NG
KI LZKR7B11
DENSO SXU22HCR11
Fuel:
TypeUnleaded gasoline
Pump octane number of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 17.2 US gal (65 )
*1: EX-L V6 models*2: U.S. Touring models and Canadian V6 Touring models
Regular
Size215/55R17 94 V*1235/40R19 96V*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])33 (225 [2.3])*133 (230 [2.3])*2Front
Rear33 (225 [2.3])*132 (220 [2.2])*2
Compact
Spar e Size
T135/90D16 102M*1T135/80D17 103M*2Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])
60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegula
r17 x 7 1/2J*119 x 8J*2
Compact Spar e16 x 4T*117 x 4T*2
*1:Models with halogen headlights*2:Models with LED headlights*3:Models with bulb type parking lights*4:Models with LED type parking/daytime running lights*5:Models with bulb type brake lights*6: Models with LED type brake lights
Headlights (Low Beam)55W (H11)*1LED*2
Headlights (High Beam )60W (HB3
)*1LED*2Fog LightsLEDFront Turn Si gnal/Side Marker/Parki ng Ligh ts*1, *3Front Turn Signal/Side Marker Light s*1, *428/8W (Amber )
Parking/Daytime Running Lights*4LE D
Front Turn Signal Light s*2LEDFront Side Marker Lights*23CP
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors ) LE
D
Brake Lights21W*5LED*6Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W (Amber)Rear Side Marker LightsLED
Taillights (on Fenders) LED
Back-Up Lights16W
Taillights (on Trunk Lid) LED
High-Mount Brake LightLED
Rear License Plate Lights5WTrunk Light5WIn terior Light sMap Lights8WCeiling Ligh t8WVanity Mirror Light s1.4WCourtesy Lights2CP
Brake Fluid
Automatic Transmission Fluid
SpeciedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpeciedHonda ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission uid )
Capacit yC hange3 .3 US qt (3.1 )
Engine Oil
Engine Coolan
t
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-2 0
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oi l
Capacity Chang
e4 .2 US qt (4.0 )
Change
including
lter 4.5 US qt (4.3 )
Specie
dHonda Long-Life Anti freeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled wate r
Capacity1.72 US gal (6.5 )
(change including the remaining
0.17 US gal (0.64 ) in the reserve tank )
Washer Fluid
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 )
Canada: 4.85
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
*if equipped
Learn about information specific to you as a Honda customer and how to get help.
Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting
Below are some frequently asked questions and troubleshooting items that you may 
have about the vehicle.
Q: How do I set the vehicle clock?
A: For vehicles without navigation, see page 49. For vehicles with navigati\
on, the
time is automatically set using GPS signals.
Q: Why doesn’t the vehicle start when I press the ENGINE START/STOP button?*
A: The brake pedal (and/or clutch pedal*) must be pressed to start the engine.
Q: What is the AUTO setting on my headlight lever?
A: When in the AUTO position, the vehicle’ s exterior lights will automatically turn
 on or off depending on the ambient lighting.
Q: Why won’t the driver’s door unlock when I grab the door handle, even though 
 the keyless access remote is within range?*
A: If you pull the handle too quickly, the system may not have time to confirm the
 door is unlocked. Wait to hear a beep to confirm the door is unlocked. If you are
 wearing gloves, the system may be slow to respond.
Q: After my battery was disconnected or went dead, the audio system is asking for 
 a code. Where do I find this?
A: In most cases, you do not need to enter a code. T urn on the vehicle and the
 audio system, and press and hold the power button until the system reactivates.
Q: Why can’t I operate Pandora® through the audio system?*
A: Audio may be streaming through Bluetooth® Audio. Make sure Pandora mode
 is selected and the phone cable is properly connected to the USB adapter  
 cable (if using). Some phones may prompt you to “Allow” a connection.
Q: Is my phone compatible with Bluetooth features?
A: visit handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to
 check phone compatibility for Bluetooth® Audio, Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®,
and SMS text messaging.
Q: Every time I press the Talk button, the system gives me voice prompts. Can I turn 
 these off?*
A: From the Home screen, select SETTINGS. Select System, then select V oice 
Prompt. Select off.