2019 HONDA ACCORD HYBRID check engine

115uu Indicators u Driver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
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Instrument Panel
Message Condition Explanation●
Appears if the remote battery is too weak to start the
engine or the key is not within operating range to
start the engine.
A beeper sounds six times. ●
Bring the remote in front of the ENGINE START/STOP
button to be touched with. 2 If the Remote Battery is Weak P. 672●
Appears when the starter system has a problem. ●
As a temporary measure, press and hold the ENGINE
START/STOP button for up to 15 seconds while
pressing the brake pedal and clutch pedal (manual
transmission only), manual ly start the engine.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
●
Appears as soon as a problem is detected in the
smart entry system *
or push button starting system. ●
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.U.S.
Canada
* Not available on all models

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231uu Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items
Controls
■ When charging does not start
Perform one of the solutions in the following table.
Indicator Cause Solution
Green
&
Amber Blinking
simulta-
neously There is an obstacle(s) between
the charging area and the
device. Remove the
obstacle(s).
The device is not within the
charging area. Move the device to the
center of the charging
area where is
located.
Amber Blinking The wireless charger is faulty. Contact a dealer for
repairs. 1 Wireless Charger *
This system consumes a lot of power. Do not use the
system for a long time when the engine is not
running. This may weaken the battery, making it
difficult to start the engine.
When using the wireless charger, check the user’s
manual that came with th e compatible device you
want to charge.3
CAUTION Metal objects between the charge pad
and the device to be charged will get
hot and can burn you.
• Always remove foreign objects from
the charge pad before charging the
device.
• Be sure the surface is clear of dust and
other debris before charging.
• Do not spill liquids (i. e. water, drinks,
etc.) on the charger and the device.
• Do not use oil, grease, alcohol,
benzine or thinner for cleaning the
charge pad.
• Do not cover the system with towels,
clothing, or other objects while
charging etc.
• Avoid spraying aerosols which may
come in contact with the charge pad
surface.
* Not available on all models

329uu Audio System Basic Operation u HondaLink ® Service *
Features
Your subscribed telematics service provid er can check your vehicle’s condition.
■ Virtual Dashboard
You can remotely check the mileage, fu el range, and oil life in your app.
■ Remote Start and stop the engine
You can remotely start and stop engine usin g your app as same as the smart entry
key.
■ Geofence Alert
You can receive a notification anytime your ve hicle enters or leaves a region set by
you.
■ Speed Alert
You can receive a notification when your ve hicle has exceeded a speed limit set by
you.
■ Personal Data Wipe
You can reset your audio and navigation system settings to factory defaults with the
app.
■ Wi-Fi hotspot
Vehicle provides 4G LTE ne twork environment as Wi-Fi router to use tablet or
smartphone in your vehicle.■ Convenient Features 1 Convenient Features
The contact information of your provider, your user
ID and PIN will be given when you subscribe to
HondaLink ® . If you forget any of the above, contact a
Honda dealer, or go to hondalink.honda.com .

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Driving Before DrivingDriving Preparation Check the following items be fore you start driving.
• Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove any frost, snow, or ice.
u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid , remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheel s, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressure, check for damage and excessive wear. 2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 642
• Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.■ Exterior Checks 1 Exterior Checks NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert the key if the water
freezes in the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable material s left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you’ve parked y our vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal. Also check under the hood for leftover
flammable materials after you or someone else has
performed maintenance on your vehicle.

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Driving
Towing a Trailer Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Preparation Your vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper
equipment, and follow the towing guidelin es. Check the load limits before driving.
■ Total trailer weight
Maximum allowable weight of the trailer,
cargo, and everything in or on it must not
exceed 1,000 lbs (450 kg). Towing loads in
excess of this can seriously affect vehicle
handling and performance and can damage
the engine and drivetrain.■ Towing Load Limits 1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
1 Towing Load Limits
Check if all loads are within limits at a public scale.
If a public scale is not available, add the estimated
weight of your cargo load to the weight of your
trailer (as quoted by th e manufacturer), and the
tongue load.
Break-in Period.
Avoid towing a trailer dur ing your vehicle’s first
600 miles (1,000 km).
Never exceed the gross weight ratings.
Gross weight information
2 Vehicle Specifications P. 7023
WARNING Exceeding any load limit or improperly
loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a
crash in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Check the loading of your vehicle and
trailer carefully before starting to drive.
Total Load

462 uu Towing a Trailer u Driving Safely with a Trailer
Driving Driving Safely with a Trailer • Have the trailer properly serviced and keep it in good condition.
• Make sure that all the weights and load in the vehicle and trailer are within limits.2 Towing Load Limits P. 459
• Securely attach the hitch, safety chains, and other necessary parts to the trailer.
• Securely store all the items in and on the tr ailer so that they do not shift while
driving.
• Check if the lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly.
• Check the pressure of the traile r tires, including the spare.
• Drive slower than normal.
• Obey posted speed limits for vehicles with trailers.
• Use the ( D
position when towing a trailer on level roads.
• Turn more slowly and with a wider turning arc than normal.
• Allow more time and distance for braking.
• Do not brake or turn suddenly.
• Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the red (Hot) mark, turn off the
climate control system and reduc e speed. Pull to the side of the road safely to cool
down the engine if necessary.■ Things You Need To Know Before Towing a Trailer
■ Towing Speeds and Gears
■ Turning and Braking
■ Driving in Hilly Terrain 2.0 L engine models
1 Driving Safely with a Trailer
Operating speed when towing a trailer must not
exceed 62 mph (100 km/h).
Parking
In addition to the normal precautions, place wheel
chocks at each of the trailer’s tires.
Automatic transmission models

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Driving
When DrivingStarting the Engine 1. Make sure the parkin g brake is applied.
u The parking brake indicator (red) comes
on for 30 seconds when you pull up the
electric parking brake switch.
u The parking brake must be applied to
start the engine.
2. Depress the brake pedal.
u Although it is possible to start the vehicle
in ( N
with the parking brake applied, it is
safer to start it in ( P
.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal. 1 Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to st art in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system and rear de fogger in order to reduce
battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. Cons ult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
The immobilizer system pr otects your vehicle from
theft.
If an improperly c oded device is used, the engine’s
fuel system is disabled.
2 Immobilizer System P. 183Automatic transmission models
Electric Parking Brake Switch
Brake Pedal

uu When Driving u Starting the Engine
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Driving 1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
u The parking brake indicator (red) comes
on for 30 seconds when you pull up the
electric parking brake switch.
u The parking brake must be applied to
start the engine.
2. Check that the tr ansmission is in ( P
, then
depress the brake pedal.
u Although it is possible to start the vehicle
in ( N
with the parking brake applied, it is
safer to start it in ( P
.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.Continuously variable transmission models
Electric Parking Brake Switch 1 Starting the Engine
Bring the remote close to the ENGINE START/STOP
button if the battery in the remote is weak.
2 If the Remote Battery is Weak P. 672
The engine may not start if the remote is subjected to
strong radio waves.
Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to
start the engine.
If the engine does not start, wait at least 30 seconds
before trying again.
Brake Pedal