2016 HONDA ACCORD SEDAN emergency towing

Contents
Child Safety P. 52Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 64Safety Labels P. 65
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 128 Security System P. 132 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 135
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 139 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 158
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 168 Climate Control System P. 180
Audio Error Messages P. 286General Information on the Audio System P. 291
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 343, 374 Compass* P. 409
When Driving P. 421 Braking P. 479Parking Your Vehicle P. 491
Accessories and Modifications P. 500
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 513 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 529
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 539 Battery P. 548 Remote Transmitter Care P. 549
Cleaning P. 552
Engine Does Not Start P. 565 Jump Starting P. 568 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 571
Fuses P. 578 Emergency Towing P. 582
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 589 Reporting Safety Defects P. 590
Authorized Manuals P. 595 Customer Service Information P. 596
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 27
Instrument PanelP. 67
ControlsP. 113
FeaturesP. 185
DrivingP. 411
MaintenanceP. 501
Handling the UnexpectedP. 557
InformationP. 583
IndexP. 600
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Quick Reference Guide
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Handling the Unexpected (P 557)
Flat Tire (P 559)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the comp act spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P 574)
● Identify the indica tor and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won’t Start
(P 565)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 578)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 572)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 582)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
* Not available on all models
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Your Vehicle
Driving
• Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the red (Hot) mark, turn off the
climate control system and reduce speed. Pull to the side of the road safely to cool
down the engine if necessary.
• Shift to the
(S position if the transmission shifts frequently.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refe r to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 582
■Driving in Hilly Terrain
Automatic transmission models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 558
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 559
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 565
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 566
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 567
Jump Starting .................................... 568
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 571Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 572
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 574
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 574
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 575
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................. 576 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 576
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 577
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 578
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 581
Emergency Towing ........................... 582
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.
Check for a message on the multi-information display.●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 566
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 140
Check brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all2Battery P. 548●If the interior lights come on normally2 Fuses P. 578
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 421, 423
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 132
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 95
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 581
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 582
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 568
Models with multi- information display
Models with smart entry system
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call 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 pivoti ng 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 Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle's weight.
NOTICE
Improper 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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Index
Security System........................................ 132
Immobilizer System Indicator..................... 77
Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 77
SEL/RESET Button ..................................... 100
Select/Reset Knob ...................................... 96
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 192
Shift Lever .................. 19, 430, 432, 436, 438
Operation ................. 19, 431, 433, 437, 438
Releasing ................................................ 571
Won’t Move ........................................... 571
Shift Lever Position Indicator ........................... 70, 431, 433, 437
Shifting (Transmission) .... 430, 432, 436, 438
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 36
Side Airbags ............................................... 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 48
Siri ® Eyes Free ........................................... 285
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 244
Smart Entry Remote ......................... 116, 425
Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ..................................................... 119
Snow Tires ................................................ 547
Song By Voice
TM (SBV) .............................. 258
Spare Tire ................................. 559, 585, 587
Spark Plugs ....................................... 584, 586
Specifications ........................................... 584
Specified Fuel ........................... 497, 584, 586
Speedometer .............................................. 95
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 42 Starting the Engine
.......................... 421, 423
Does Not Start ......................................... 565
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 139
Jump Starting .......................................... 568
Remote Engine Start ................................ 425
Steering Wheel Adjusting ................................................. 157
Stopping .................................................... 491
Summer Tires ............................................ 547
Sunglasses Holder ..................................... 177
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 42
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................. 4, 5, 139
SYNC Mode ............................................... 182
System Message Indicator .......................... 76
T
Tachometer................................................. 95
Temperature Outside Temperature Display ............. 98, 102
Temperature Sensor ................... 98, 102, 183
Time (Setting) ........................................... 114
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 475
Indicator ............................................ 75, 577
Tires ........................................................... 539
Air Pressure ............................. 540, 585, 587
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 539
Inspection ................................................ 539 Labeling .................................................. 540
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 559
Regulations ............................................. 542
Rotation .................................................. 546
Spare Tire ................................ 559, 585, 587
Summer .................................................. 547
Tire Chains .............................................. 547
Wear Indicators ....................................... 544
Winter..................................................... 547
Tools .......................................................... 558
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 417
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 418
Load Limits .............................................. 417
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 420
Emergency .............................................. 582
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 475
Indicator............................................ 75, 577
Transmission ..................... 430, 432, 436, 438
Automatic ............................................... 436
Continuously Variable (CVT) ............ 430, 432
Fluid ................................................ 525, 526
Manual ................................................... 438
Number................................................... 588
Shift Lever Position Indicator .......................... 70, 431, 433, 437
Trip Meter ........................................... 97, 101
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Index
Troubleshooting....................................... 557
Blown Fuse ...................................... 578, 580
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 25
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 25
Emergency Towing .................................. 582
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 565
Noise When Braking .................................. 26
Overheating............................................. 572
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 559
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 25, 126
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 571
Warning Indicators .................................... 68
Trunk ......................................................... 128
Lid ........................................................... 128
Light Bulb ........................................ 584, 586
Main Switch ............................................ 130
Turn Signals ............................................... 144
Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) ...................... 76
U
Unlocking the Doors ................................. 119
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ................................................... 13
USB Flash Drives ........................ 210, 265, 294
USB Port(s) ................................................. 187
Using the Smart Entry wi th Push Button Start
System ...................................................... 119
V
Valet Key ........................................... 117, 130
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 588
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 471
Off Button............................................... 472
Off Indicator.............................................. 73
System Indicator ........................................ 73
Ventilation ................................................ 180
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 517, 585, 587
Voice Control Operation .......................... 235
Audio Commands ................................... 237
Climate Control Commands .................... 238
General Commands ................................ 238
Music Search Commands ........................ 238
On Screen Commands............................. 238
Phone Commands ................................... 237
Useful Commands ................................... 237
Voice Portal Screen.................................. 236
Voice Recognition ................................... 235
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 471
W
Wallpaper......................................... 195, 222
Warning and Information Messages ... 85, 87
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 574
Warning Labels ........................................... 65
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 593
Watts ................................................. 584, 586 Wear Indicators (Tire)
.............................. 544
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 562
Wi-Fi Connection ..................................... 275
Window Washers ..................................... 151
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 528
Switch .................................................... 151
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 135
Windshield ............................................... 151
Cleaning ......................................... 552, 555
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 181
Washer Fluid ........................................... 528
Wiper Blades........................................... 537
Wipers and Washers ............................... 151
Winter Tires
Snow Tires .............................................. 547
Tire Chains.............................................. 547
Wipers and Washers ................................ 151
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 152
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 537
Wireless Charger ...................................... 174
WMA ................................. 201, 210, 252, 265
Worn Tires ................................................ 539
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