2017 HONDA ACCORD COUPE maintenance

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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 expec\
ted, the coolant
mixture should be changed to a higher concentration. Consult a dealer fo\
r details
for more information.
NOTICE
Radiator ca p
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 radiato\
r
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
Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of\
the
reservoir. We recommend using Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3.
Pour the fluid carefully.
If the fluid level is at or below the MIN mark, have a
dealer inspect for leaks or worn brake pads as soon
as possible.
Reserve tank
MIN
MAX
Brake fluid marked DoT 5 is not compatible with your vehicle’s braking system and
can cause extensive damage.
NOTICE
Clutch Fluid*
The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of\
the
reservoir. We recommend using Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3.
Pour the fluid carefully.
If the fluid level is at or below the MIN mark, have a
dealer inspect for leaks or an excessively worn clutch
plate as soon as possible.
Clutch reservoir
MIN MAX
*if equipped

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Checking the Battery
Check the battery terminals for corrosion monthly.
The battery condition is monitored by a sensor on
the negative terminal. If there is a problem with the
sensor, a message on the information display*/multi-
information display* appears. Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead\

compounds. Wash your hands after handling.
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 protective clothing and a \
face shield, or have a skilled technician do it.
WARNING
Window Washer Fluid
If the washer fluid level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the
reservoir.
Canadian models
If the washer fluid level is low, the washer level
indicator or a message appears on the multi-information
display.
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshie\
ld washer
reservoir. Antifreeze can damage your vehicle’s paint. A vinegar/water solution
can damage the windshield washer pump.
NOTICE
*if equipped
Changing Wiper Blades
If the wiper blades leave streaks across the windshield, try cleaning th\
em first with a
paper towel or soft cloth and wiper fluid. If the wiper blade rubber h\
as deteriorated,
you should change the wiper blades.
1.
Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the
passenger side.
2.
Press and hold the tab, then slide the holder from
the wiper arm.
3.
Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by pulling
the tabbed end out.
4.
remove the retainers from the rubber blade that
has been removed, and mount to a new rubber
blade. Correctly align the rubber protrusion and the
retainer grooves.
5.
Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder from the
bottom end. The tab on the holder should fit in the
indent of the wiper blade.
6.
Slide the wiper holder onto the wiper arm, then
push down the lock tab.
7.
Lower the passenger side wiper arm first, then the
driver side.
end cap at
the bottom
Holder
Holder Cap
Tab
Blade
TopRetainer
Blade
Tab
Indent
Avoid dropping the wiper arm, as it may damage the windshield.
NOTICE

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Tire Information
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and\
size, in good
condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
Inflation Guidelines
•
Properly inflated tires provide the best combination of handling, trea\
d life, and
comfort.
refer to the driver’

s doorjamb label or the specifications (see page
149) for the specified pressure.
•
Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy

,
and are more likely to fail from overheating.
•
overinflated tires make your vehicle ride harshly

, are more prone to road
hazards, and wear unevenly.
•
every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower\
than t

he
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
•
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This means the vehicle has been
parked for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If n\
ecessar

y, add
or release air until the specified pressure is reached, and then calib\
rate the
system (see page 122). If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as mu\
ch as
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.5 kgf/cm
2) higher than checked when cold.
•
At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the p\
ressure
in all tires, including the spare.
even tires in good condition can lose 1–2 ps

i
(10–20 kPa, 0.1–0.2 kgf/cm
2) per month.
Inspection Guidelines
every time you inflate the tires, check for the following:
•
Any damage to tires, including bumps, bulges, cuts, splits, or cracks in\
the side
or tread.
remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks. replace t

ires if
you see fabric or cord.
•
Uneven or excessive tread wear. Have a dealer check the wheel alignment.
•
Cracks or other damage around the valve stems.
Wear Indicators The groove where the wear indicator is located is
1/16 inch (1.6 mm) shallower than elsewhere on the
tire. If the tread has worn so low that the indicator is
exposed, replace the tire. Worn out tires have poor
traction on wet roads.
Example of a wear
indicator mark
Tire and Loading Information LabelThe label attached to the driver’s doorjamb provides necessary tire and
loading information. Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can cause\

a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding tire inflation
and maintenance
.
WARNING
Tire and Wheel Replacement
replace your tires with radials of the same size, load range, speed ratin\

g, and
maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire’s sidewall). Using tires
of a different size or construction can cause certain vehicle systems to\
work
incorrectly. It is best to replace all four tires at the same time. If that isn’\
t possible,
replace the front or rear tires in pairs.
If you change or replace a wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifications match
those of the original wheels.
only use TPMS-specified wheels approved f

or your
vehicle.
Original
tire sizes Number of
people your
vehicle can
carry Proper cold
tire pressure
Total weight
your vehicle
can carry
(do not exceed)
Installing improper tires on your vehicle can affect handling and stabil\
ity.
This can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Always use the size and type of tires recommended in the
owner’

s Manual.
WARNING

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Tire Service Life
The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving h\
abits, road
conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance,\
it is
recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires re\
ach
five years old. All tires, including the spare, should be removed from\
service after
10 years from the date of manufacture, regardless of their condition or \
state of
wear.
Winter TiresIf driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season tires marked “M\
+S”, snow
tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance \
between
vehicles when driving. For winter tires, select the size and load ranges\
that are the
same as the original tires, and mount them to all four wheels.
Tire ChainsInstall tire chains on the front tires only. Because your vehicle has limited tire
clearance, we strongly recommend using the following chains:
For 215/55R17 tires:
Cable-type: SCC
radial Chain SC1034
For 235/45R18 and 235/40R19 tires:


Cable-type: SCC
radial Chain SC1040
Mount chains as tightly as you can, and make sure that they do not touch\
the
brake lines or suspension.
T

raction devices that are the wrong size or improperly installed can dama\
ge your
vehicle’s brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are hitting
any part of the vehicle.
NOTICE
Using the wrong chains, or not properly installing chains, can damage th\
e
brake lines and cause a crash in which you can be seriously injured or k\
illed.
Follow all instructions in this guide regarding the selection and use of\
tire
chains.
WARNING
Tire Labeling
The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those you\

should be aware of are described below.
Here is an example of what each marking means:
P215/55R17 94V
•
P: vehicle type (passenger vehicle)
•
215: tire width in millimeters
•
55: aspect ratio (tire section height as a
percentage of its width)
•
r: tire construction code (radial)
•
17: rim diameter in inches
•
94: load index (code indicating maximum load
tire can carry)
•
v: speed symbol (code indicating maximum speed rating)
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
The tire identification number
(TIN) is a group of numbers
and letters that look like the
example below. TIN is located
on the sidewall of the tire.
Glossary of Tire TerminologyCold Tire Pressure – The tire air pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Load
rating – The maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given
inflation pressure.
Maximum Inflation Pressure – The maximum tire air pressure that the\
tire
can hold.
Maximum Load
rating – The load rating for a tire at the maximum
permissible inflation pressure for that tire.
recommended Inflation Pressure – The cold tire inflation pressure \
recommended by the manufacturer

.
Treadwear Indicators (TWI) – The projections within the principal gr\
ooves
designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread\
.
Tire size
Tire
identication
number (TIN)
Maximum
tire load
Maximu m
tire pressure
Tire siz e
DOT B97R FW6X 2209
DOT: This indicates that the tire meets all
requirements of the U.S. Department of
Transportation.
B97R: Manufacturer’s identication mark
FW6X: Tire type code
22 09: Date of Transportation

Year
Week

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DOT Tire Quality Grading
The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety requirements. All tires are
also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according
to Department of T
ransportation (D
oT) standards. The following explains these
gradings.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall betwee\
n tread
shoulder and maximum section width.
For example:
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety
requirements in
addition to these grades.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of th\
e tire
when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test\
course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) tim\
es as well
on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance \
of
tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, servi\
ce practices,
and differences in road characteristics and climate.
TractionThe traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those \
grades
represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concre\
te. A tire
marked C may have poor traction performance.
WARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead
braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hy\
droplaning,
or peak traction characteristics.
TemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the\
tire’s
resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat w\
hen tested
under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test whee\
l. Sustained
high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and re\
duce
tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. Th\
e grade
C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must
meet under the Federal Motor
vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and
A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel th\
an the
minimum required by law.
W

ARNING: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that
is properly inflated and not overloaded.
excessive speed, underinflation, or
excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat b\
uildup
and possible tire failure.

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INDEX
Driving ....................................................................... 93
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ......................... 108
Braking ................................................................. 105
Collision Mitigation Braking System ............... 113
Continuously variable Transmission ....... 100

, 102
Cruise Control
..................................................... 107eco Assist System .............................................. 106eNGINe ST

A
rT/SToP button ............................ 100
Forward Collision W

arning (FCW)
... 110

, 111, 113
Ignition
................................................................... 99
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ............... 111
LaneW

atch™....................................................... 112
Manual Transmission
........................................ 104
Maximum Load Limit ............................................ 95
Multi-view rear Camera ................................... 115
Paddle Shifters ........................................... 101

, 103
Parking Sensor System
..................................... 114
Power Mode ........................................................ 100refueling .............................................................. 116remote engine Start ............................................ 98road Departure Mitigation (rDM)

................... 110
Shifting
................................................................. 100
T

owing a Trailer
.................................................... 97vehicle Stability Assist (vSA®) ....................... 106
Wiper Blades ...................................................... 141
Driving Position Memory System ......................... 43eco Assist System

................................................. 106
eCoN Button .......................................................... 106eCoN mode .............................................................. 26electric Power Steering (ePS) .............................. 24e-Mail ........................................................................\
83emergency engine Stop ....................................... 121emergency T

owing
............................................... 121engine and Fuel ............................................. 149

, 151
engine Coolant

....................................................... 138
engine oil

................................................................ 135
eNGINe ST

A
rT/SToP button .............................. 100exterior lights ........................................................... 26exterior Lights .......................................................... 35
Fastening a Seat Belt ............................................... 7
Flat T

ire
................................................................... 124
Floor Mats ................................................................ 40
Fluids ............................................................... 150

, 151
FM/AM
radio ..................................................... 54

, 66
FM/AM
radio Commands .................................... 156
Fog lights .................................................................. 26
Foot Brake .............................................................. 105
Frequently Asked Questions ............................... 152
Front Airbags (SrS) .................................................. 8
Fuel Information .................................................... 116
Fuse Locations

....................................................... 127
Garage
opener ........................................................ 45
Hazards ..................................................................... 26
Headlight-Wiper Integration ................................. 37
Head restraints ....................................................... 41High beams
..............................................................
26
Home Address ......................................................... 88
HomeLink® Garage opener .................................. 45
HondaLink™ ............................................................. 62
HondaLink™ Assist ................................................. 84
Honda roadside Assistance ............................... 153
Hood ........................................................................\
133
Ignition ...................................................................... 99
i-MID ........................................................................\
. 28
Immobilizer ............................................................... 25
Information Display

................................................. 27
Instrument Panel
..................................................... 23
Interior Lights

........................................................... 35
Intermittent Wipers................................................. 37
iPod®
.................................................................. 56

, 69
iPod® Commands
................................................. 156
Jump Starting ........................................................ 118
Key ........................................................................\
..... 30
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)

............ 25, 111
LaneWatch™
......................................................... 112
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts .......................................... 5
LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ............................... 17
Light Bulbs

...................................................... 149, 151
Light control
............................................................. 24
lights ........................................................................\
.. 26
Lights ........................................................................\
. 35
LKAS ........................................................................\
.. 26
Lock T

ab
.................................................................... 32
Low fuel .................................................................... 25
Low oil pressure ...................................................... 23
Low tire pressure .................................................... 25
Maintenance

.......................................................... 130
Battery
.................................................................. 140
Brake Fluid ........................................................... 139
Clutch Fluid .......................................................... 139engine Coolant .................................................... 138engine oil ............................................................. 135
Maintenance Minder™ ..................................... 131
Service Codes ..................................................... 132
Under the Hood ................................................... 133
Window Washer Fluid ....................................... 140
Wiper Blades ...................................................... 141
Making a Call ..................................................... 75

, 81
Malfunction indicator lamp
................................... 24
Malfunction Indicators

........................................... 23
Manual Seats........................................................... 40 Manual Transmission
........................................... 104
Map Legend ............................................................. 91
Master Door Lock Switch ...................................... 32
Maximum Load Limit............................................... 95
Mirrors
...................................................................... 44
Moonroof .................................................................. 34
Multi-Information Display (MID)

........................... 28
Multi-
view rear Camera ..................................... 115
Music search ......................................................... 156Navigation
................................................................
86
Display and Controls ............................................ 87entering a Destination ......................................... 88
Home Address ...................................................... 88
Map Legend .......................................................... 91
Place Category ..................................................... 89recent Places ....................................................... 89routing ................................................................... 91
Saved Places ........................................................ 90
Steering Wheel Controls ..................................... 86
Street Address ...................................................... 88
System Guidance volume ................................... 86
T

alk Button Tips
.................................................... 86
T

raffic
..................................................................... 92
T

urn-by-turn directions
....................................... 91
Navigation Commands ......................................... 155one Display Audio operation ................................ 53one-T
ouch Turn Signal ........................................... 38on/off Indicators ..................................................... 26opening the Hood ................................................. 134overheating

............................................................ 120
Paddle Shifters
.............................................. 101

, 103
Pairing a Phone
................................................. 74

, 80
Pandora®
........................................................... 59

, 72
Pandora® Commands
.......................................... 156
Parking brake........................................................... 25 Parking Brake
........................................................ 105
Parking sensor system ........................................... 24
Parking Sensor System ........................................ 114
Passenger Airbag off Indicator ............................ 11
Phone .................................................................. 74

, 80
Phonebook
......................................................... 76

, 82
Phone Commands
................................................. 155
Place Category ........................................................ 89
Power Door Mirrors

................................................ 44
Power Driver’s Seat
................................................ 39
Power Mode .......................................................... 100
Power Moonroof operation .................................. 34
Power Window operation ..................................... 33radio ........................................................................\
. 66rain-Sensing Wipers

.............................................. 38
readiness Codes

................................................... 148
rear Camera .......................................................... 115rear Seats ................................................................ 42rearview Mirror ...................................................... 44recent Places

.......................................................... 89
refueling

................................................................. 116
remote Battery Strength ..................................... 117remote engine Start ............................................... 98remote T

ransmitter
................................................ 30reporting Safety Defects

....................................... 22
road Departure Mitigation (rDM) ............... 25

, 110
roadside Assistance ............................................ 153routing ...................................................................... 91
Safety Information .................................................... 3Airbags
.....................................................................
8
Child Safety ........................................................... 14reporting Safety Defects .................................... 22
Safety Label Locations ........................................ 21
Safety Messages .................................................... 3
Seat Belts ................................................................ 5
Saved Places ........................................................... 90
Seat belt reminder .................................................. 25
Seat Belts ................................................................... 5
Fastening a Seat Belt ............................................. 7
Seat Belt Inspection .............................................. 6
Seat Heaters ............................................................ 46
Seats ........................................................................\
. 39
Select/reset knob .................................................... 27
Sequential Shift Mode
.......................................... 103
Service Codes........................................................ 132 Settings ............................................................... 29 , 47
Setting the Clock ..................................................... 48
Shifting .................................................................... 100
Shift Lever Does Not Move ................................. 117
Side Airbags............................................................... 9 Side Curtain Airbags................................................. 9
Siri
eyes Free ........................................................... 85
SiriusXM® radio .................................................... 67
SiriusXM® radio Commands ............................. 156
Smart entry system ................................................. 23
Smart entry System ................................................ 31
SMS T

ext Messaging
....................................... 77,

83
Song By
voice™ Commands ............................... 156
Sound ........................................................................\
52
Specifications ........................................................ 149
Speed Dial .......................................................... 75

, 81
S
rS (Supplemental restraint) Indicator ............. 10
Starter system ......................................................... 24
Steering Wheel

........................................................ 43
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls
................... 1
Steering Wheel Controls

.................................. 51, 86
Street Address......................................................... 88 Supplemental
restraint System (SrS) ................ 23
System Guidance volume ...................................... 86
System message ..................................................... 25
T

alk Button Tips
................................................. 79

, 86
Text Messaging
................................................. 77

, 83