2016 HONDA ACCORD coolant level

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
After the Engine Starts
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following 
order:
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery’s (-) 
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle battery’s (+) terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery’s (+) 
terminal.
5. Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or a dealer.
Overheating
If the temperature gauge needle is at the H mark, the engine suddenly loses power, 
or steam or spray comes out from under the hood, your engine is overheat\
ing.
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place. Turn 
off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning 
lights.
2. If steam or spray is not present: Keep the engine
running and open the hood.
 If steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and
wait until it subsides. Then, open the hood.
3. Check that the cooling fan is operating and stop the engine once the tem\
perature
gauge needle goes down. If the cooling fan is not operating, immediately stop the 
engine.
4. once the engine has cooled down, inspect the coolant level and check the \
cooling system components for leaks. If the coolant level in the reserve tank 
is low, add coolant until it reaches the MAX mark. If there is no coolant in the 
reserve tank, make sure the radiator is cool, then cover the radiator ca\
p with a
heavy cloth and open the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to the base of the 
filler neck, and put the cap back on.
once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone 
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
Reserve
tank
MAXMIN
Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.
WARNING
removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant t\
o
spray out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap.
WARNING
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge needle at the H mark may \
damage
the engine.
NOTICE

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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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MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
Under the Hood
Brake uid
(black cap)
Engine coolant
reserve tank Radiator cap
Washer uid

(blue cap) Engine oil dipstick
(orange) Clutch uid*
(light gray cap)
Engine oil ll cap
Battery
4-cylinder model s
Engine oil dipstick
(orange)
Washer uid
(blue cap)
Engine coolant
reserve tank
Radiator cap Brake uid
(black cap)
Engine oil ll cap
Battery
6-cylinder model s
*if equipped
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set the
parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the lower left
corner of the dashboard.
3. Push up the hood latch lever in the center of the
hood to release the lock mechanism, and open
the hood.
Follow the steps below to open and close the 
hood based on your engine type.
4-cylinder models
remove the support rod from the clamp using the
grip. Mount the support rod in the hood.
 When closing, remove the support rod, and 
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the hood.
remove your hand at a height of approximately
12 inches (30 cm) and let the hood close.
6-cylinder models Lift the hood up most of the way. The hydraulic
supports lift it up the rest of the way and hold it
up.
When closing, lower it to approximately 12 
inches (30 cm), then press down firmly with your
hands.
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised. The hood will strik\
e the
wipers, and may damage either the hood or the wipers.
NOTICE
Hood release handle
Pull
Lever
Support ro d
Grip
Clamp

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MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
Resetting the Engine Oil Life
If you change or replace the vehicle’s engine oil yourself, you must reset the 
engine oil life.
Models with information display
1. Press the select/reset knob until the engine oil 
life appears in the display.
2. Press and hold the knob for 10 seconds or more, 
until the display begins to blink.
3. Press and hold the knob for 5 seconds or more. 
The engine oil life display returns to 100%.
Models with multi-information display
Use the Info (p/q) and SEL/RESET buttons on the steering wheel buttons to 
control the display.
1. Scroll to the vehicle Settings screen, and select
it.
2. Scroll to the Maintenance reset screen, and
select it.
3. Select reset. The maintenance codes disappear,
and the engine oil life display returns to 100%.
Failure to reset the Maintenance Minder™ display after a maintenance \
service
results in the system showing incorrect maintenance intervals, which can\
lead to
serious mechanical problems.
NOTICE
Engine Coolant
Park the vehicle on level ground. Check the reserve tank and the coolant\
level in the
radiator. We recommend Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2.
Checking the Reserve Tank
1. Check the amount of coolant in the reserve tank.
2. If the coolant level is below the MIN mark, add 
the specified coolant until it reaches the MAX
mark.
3. Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Adding Coolant
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.
2. Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise and
relieve any pressure in the coolant system. Do
not push the cap down when turning.
3. Push down and turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise to remove it.
4. The coolant level should be up to the base of the 
filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.
5. Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it fully.
6. Pour coolant into the reserve tank until it reaches
the MAX mark. Put the cap back on the reserve 
tank.
Reserve
tank
MAXMIN
If temperatures consistently below −22°F (−30°C) are expected, the coolant 
mixture should be changed to a higher concentration. Consult a dealer for details 
for more information.
NOTICE
Radiator cap
removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant t\
o
spray out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator 
cap.
WARNING
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills
immediately; they can damage components in the engine compartment.
NOTICE