2018 HONDA ACCORD SEDAN jump start

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
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represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 37
For Safe Driving P. 38 Seat Belts P. 42 Airbags P. 49
2Instrument Panel P. 81
Indicators P. 82 Gauges and Displays P. 133
2Controls P. 163
Clock P. 164 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 166
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 187
Adjusting the Seats P. 208
2 Features P. 237
Audio System P. 238 Audio System Basic Operation P. 246, 267
Customized Features P. 367, 378 HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver* P. 397
2 Driving P. 451
Before Driving P. 452 Towing a Trailer P. 457
Parking Your Vehicle P. 548 Multi-View Rear Camera P. 558
2Maintenance P. 565
Before Performing Maintenance P. 566 Maintenance MinderTM P. 569
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 597
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 612
2Handling the Unexpected P. 621
Tools P. 622 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 623
Jump Starting P. 639 Overheating P. 641
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 656
2 Information P. 659
Specifications P. 660 Identification Numbers P. 662
Emissions Testing P. 665 Warranty Coverages P. 667
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Quick Reference Guide
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Handling the Unexpected (P 621)
Flat Tire (P 623)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the tire repair kit in the trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P 644)
●Identify the indica tor and consult the
owner’s manual.
Power System Won’t
Start
(P 636)
● If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start
using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 651)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 641)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the power system cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 655)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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539Continued
Driving
Braking
Brake System
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When the
parking brake is applied, you can manu ally or automatically release it.
■To apply
The electric parking brake can be applied any
time the vehicle has battery, no matter which
position the power mode is in.
Pull the electric parking brake switch up gently
and securely. u The indicator in the switch comes on.
u The parking brake indicator (red) comes
on.
■Parking Brake1Brake System
When you depress the brak e pedal, you may hear a
whirling sound from the engine compartment. This is
because the brake system is in operation, and it is
normal.
1 Parking Brake
You may hear the electric parking brake system
motor operating from the re ar wheel area when you
apply or release th e parking brake, or set the power
mode to VEHICLE OFF. This is normal.
The brake pedal may slightly move due to the electric
parking brake system opera tion when you apply or
release the parking brake. This is normal.
You cannot apply or release the parking brake if the
12-volt battery goes dead. 2 Jump Starting P. 639
If you pull up and hold the electric parking brake
switch while driving, the brakes on all four
wheels are applied by the VSA ® system until the
vehicle comes to a stop. The electric parking
brake then applies, and the switch should be
released.
Electric Parking Brake Switch
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621
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 622
If a Tire Goes Flat Temporarily Repairi ng a Flat Tire....... 623
Handling of the Jack ......................... 635
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 636
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .. 637
Emergency Power System Off........... 638
Jump Starting .................................... 639
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 641 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Symbol Appears ... 644If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 644
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 645
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 646
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes
On ................................................. 647
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 648 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 649
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message... 650
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 651
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 654
Emergency Towing ........................... 655
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill
Door ................................................. 656
When You Cannot Open the Trunk.....657RefuelingRefueling From a Portable Fuel Container .... 658
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636
Handling the Unexpected
Power System Won’t Start
Checking the Procedure
When the READY indicator does not come on and the Ready To Drive message
does not appear on the driver information interface, check the following items and
take appropriate action.
ChecklistConditionWhat to Do
Check if the related
indicator or driver
information interface
messages come on.The Temperature Is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate
message appears.2 Driver Information Interface Warning and
Information Messages P. 108
The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears.
u Make sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 POWER Button Operating Range P. 188
2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
P. 637
The POWER SYSTEM indicator comes on.Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
The transmission system indicator blinks and Transmission
System Problem. Apply Parking Brake When Parked. See
Your Dealer. message appears.2If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message P. 650
Check the brightness
of the interior lights.The interior lights are dim or do not come on at
all. Have the 12-volt battery checked by a dealer.
The interior lights come on normally. Check al l fuses, or have your vehicle checked by
a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 654
Check the shift
position.The transmission is not in (P.Put the transmission into (P.
Check the
immobilizer system
indicator. When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.
2
Immobilizer System Indicator P. 98
1Checking the Procedure
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 639
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639Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power
system, then open the hood. 1.Open the cover on the positive + terminal.
2. Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
3. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15-
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
4. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
5. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the upper torque mounting
bolt as shown. Do not connect this jumper
cable to any other part.
6. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
7. Attempt to start your ve hicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
■Jump Starting Procedure1 Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
12-volt battery performa nce degrades in cold
conditions and may prevent the engine from starting.
3WARNING
A 12-volt battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the 12-volt battery.
Booster Battery
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uuJump Starting u
640
Handling the Unexpected
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, re move 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 -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s 12-volt battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a n earby service station or a dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts1What to Do After the Engine Starts
The Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®) system, Vehicle
Stability Assist ® (VSA ®) OFF, adaptive cruise control
(ACC) with low speed follow (LSF), safety support,
and low tire pressure/TPM S indicators may come on
in amber along with a message in the driver
information interface when you set the power mode
to ON after re-connect ing a 12-volt battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
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Index
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 544
Indicator ............................................ 88, 544
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator ............................................ 88, 544
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 199
Automatic Lighting .................................. 192
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 140
Average Fuel Economy Records ............... 153
Average Speed .......................................... 142
B
Battery................................................. 11, 609
12-Volt .................................................... 609
Charging (12-Volt Battery) ....................... 610
High Voltage ..................................... 11, 489
Jump Starting .......................................... 639
Maintenance (Checking the 12-Volt Battery) .................................................. 609
Maintenance (Replacing the Button Battery) .................................................. 611
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 42
Beverage Holders ...................................... 221
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........ 486
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 263, 316
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 400, 424
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 77
Brake System ............................................. 539
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 546
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 544
Brake Assist System ................................. 547 Fluid ........................................................ 587
Foot Brake............................................... 543
Indicator (Amber) .............................. 84, 647
Indicator (Red) ........................... 83, 646, 647
Parking Brake .......................................... 539
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 201
Built-in Key ............................................... 166
Bulb Replacement .................................... 589
Brake Lights, Taillights, Rear Side Marker
Lights, and Rear Turn Signal Lights ........ 592
Fog Lights ............................................... 591
Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 591
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 591
Headlights ............................................... 589
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 596
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 591
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 596
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 591
Taillights, Brake Lights, and Back-Up Lights .................................................... 594
Bulb Specifications ................................... 660
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 78
Cargo Hook ............................................... 227
Carrying Cargo ................................. 453, 455
Center Pocket ........................................... 219
Certification Label .................................... 662
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 589 Child Safety
................................................ 65
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 176
Emergency Trunk Opener........................ 180
Child Seat ................................................... 65
Booster Seats ............................................ 77
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 67
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 68
Installing a Child Seat wi th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 72
Larger Children ......................................... 76
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 67
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 69
Using a Tether .......................................... 74
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 176
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 615
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 613
Climate Control System ........................... 232
Changing the Mode................................ 232
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 233
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 612
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 232
Sensors ................................................... 235
Synchronization Mode ............................ 234
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 232
Clock ......................................................... 164
CMBSTM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 493
Coat Hook ................................................ 227
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 493
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