2018 HONDA ACCORD SEDAN Owner's Manual (in English)

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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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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure.1.Open the trunk.
2. Pull the release cord beneath the rear tray
as shown.
u The release cord unlocks the fuel fill door
when it is pulled.
■What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door1When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, contact a dealer to have
your vehicle checked.
Release Cord
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Handling the Unexpected
When You Cannot Open the Trunk
If you cannot open the trunk, use the following procedure.1.Remove the built-in key from the smart
entry remote.
2. Remove the cover with the key.
u Wrap a key with a cloth to prevent
scratching the cover.
3. Insert the key into th e cylinder and turn it
clockwise.
4. Replace the cover.
■What to Do When Unable to Open the Trunk1When You Cannot Open the Trunk
Following up:
After taking these steps, contact a dealer to have
your vehicle checked.
Trunk Release Cover
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Handling the Unexpected
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
If you have run out of fuel and need to refuel your vehicle from a portable fuel
container, use the funnel provided with your vehicle.1.Turn off the power system.
2. Press on the edge of the fuel fill door to
make it pop up slightly.
u The fuel fill door opens.
3. Take the funnel out of the tool case in the
trunk.
2 Types of Tools P. 622
4.Place the end of the funnel on the lower
part of filler opening, then insert it slowly
and fully.
u Make sure that the end of the funnel
goes down along with the filler pipe.
5. Fill the tank with fuel from the portable fuel
container.
u Pour fuel carefully so you do not spill any.
6. Remove the funnel from the filler neck.
u Wipe up any fuel from the funnel before
storing it.
7. Shut the fuel fill door by hand.
1Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container
NOTICE
Do not insert the nozzle of a portable fuel container
or any funnel other than the one provided with your
vehicle. Doing so can damage the fuel system.
Do not try to pry open or push open the sealed fuel
tank with foreign objects. This can damage the fuel
system and its seal.
Make sure the fuel in the portable fuel container is
gasoline before you refuel.
3WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Turn the power system off, and keep
heat, sparks, and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.Funnel
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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications .................................... 660
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, Motor Number, and
Transmission Number ..................... 662
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 663
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 664Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 665
Warranty Coverages ........................ 667
Authorized Manuals ......................... 669
Customer Service Information ......... 670
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
■ Air Conditioning
ModelHonda Accord Hybrid
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight RatingU.S.: 4,519 lbs (2,050 kg)
Canada: 2,050 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 2,557 lbs (1,160 kg)
Canada: 1,160 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 2,248 lbs (1,020 kg)
Canada: 1,020 kg
Refrigerant TypeHFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Charge Quantity 13.9 – 15.7 oz (395 – 445 g)
Lubricant TypeND-OIL 11
Quantity 7.3 – 8.2 cu-in (120 – 135 cm3)
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement121.6 cu-in (1,993 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKAR7D11S
Fuel:
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 12.81 US gal (48.5 L)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
Canada: 4.5 L
■ Light Bulbs
*1: Models with halogen high beam headlights
*2: Models with LED high beam headlights
Headlights (Low Beam)LED
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)*1
LED*2
Fog Lights*LED
Parking/Daytime Running Lights LED
Front Turn Signal LightsLED
Front Side Marker Lights LED
Side Turn Signal Lights*
(on Door Mirrors)LED
Brake Lights LED
Rear Side Marker/TaillightsLED
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W (Amber)
Brake Lights (on Trunk)*LED
Taillights (on Trunk) LED
Back-Up Lights (on Trunk)16W
High-Mount Brake Light LED
Rear License Plate LightLED
Interior Lights Map Lights 8W
Ceiling Light 8W
Vanity Mirror Lights 1.4W
Center Pocket Light LED
Console Compartment Light
*LED
Door Inner Handle Lights*LED
Door Courtesy Lights*2CP
Trunk Light 5W
* Not available on all models
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Transmission FluidSpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 2.3 US qt (2.2 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
■ Inverter Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 3.7 US qt (3.5 L)
Change
including
filter
4.0 US qt (3.8 L)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.29 US gal (4.88 L)
(change including the remaining
0.17 US gal (0.66 L) in the reserve tank)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity0.219 US gal (0.83 L)
(change including the remaining
0.048 US gal (0.18 L) in the filler tank)
■ Tire
Regular
Size225/50R17 94VPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])Front33 (230 [2.3])Rear33 (225 [2.3])
Wheel Size Regular 17 x 7 1/2J
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Information
Identification Numbers
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number,
Motor Number, and Transmission Number
Your vehicle has a 17-digit vehicle identifi cation number (VIN) used to register your
vehicle for warranty purposes, and for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
The locations of your vehicle’s VIN, engine number, motor number, and
transmission number are shown as follows.
1 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, Motor
Number, and Transmission Number
The interior vehicle identification number (VIN) is
located under the cover.
Cover
Vehicle Identification Number
Engine Number Certification Label/
Vehicle Identification
Number
Motor Number
Vehicle Identification Number
Transmission Number
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