663Handling the Unexpected This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 664
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 665
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 671
If the Remote Battery is Weak ....... 672
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 673
Jump Starting .................................... 674
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 677
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 679 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ... 681
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 681
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 682
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 683
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On.... 684
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 685 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 686
If the Transmission I ndicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message ............ 687
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 688
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 692
Emergency Towing ........................... 693
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill
Door ................................................. 694
When You Cannot Open the Trunk ... 695
Refueling ........................................... 697
671
Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not StartChecking the Engine If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter condition Checklist
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 dr iver information interface. ●
If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears2 If the Remote Battery is Weak P. 672
u Make sure the remote is in its operating range. 2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 190
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 all 2 Battery P. 651 ●
If the interior lights come on normally 2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 692
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with a
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. 465, 466, 467
Check the immobilize r system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started. 2 Immobilizer System P. 183
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank. 2 Fuel Gauge P. 137
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 692
If the problem continues:
2 Emergency Towing P. 693 1 Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 674
689 uu Fuses u Fuse Locations
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
■ Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit Protected Amps
1 BATTERY 125 A
2 − (70 A)
EPS 70 A
−(30A)
FUSE BOX MAIN 2 60 A
EBB 40 A
ABS/VSA FSR 40 A
−(30A)
IG MAIN1 30 A
3 REAR DEFROSTER 40 A
FUSE BOX MAIN 1 60 A
− (30 A)
HEATER MOTOR 40 A
− (40 A)
ST MG 30 A
SUB FAN MOTOR 30 A
− (30 A)
4 −(30A)
FUSE BOX OP 2 *
(70 A)
−(40A)
FUSE BOX OP 1 60 A 5 − (40 A)
MAIN FAN MOTOR 30 A
SPM2 30 A
ABS/VSA MOTOR 40 A
IG MAIN2 30 A
WIPER MOTOR 30 A
6SRM1 30A
7 − −
8− −
9 STOP LIGHT 10 A
10 TCU *
(15 A)
11 INJ 20 A
12 TCU2 *
(10 A)
13 IGP 15 A
14 TCU3 *
(10 A)
15 FI ECU 10 A
16 BATT SNSR 7.5 A
17 DBW 15 A
18 IG COIL 15 A
19 HAZARD 15 A
20 − −
21 − −
22 H/STRG *
(10 A)
23 − −
24 AUDIO 15 A
25 REAR H/SEAT *
(20 A)
26 FR WIPER DEICER *
(15 A)Circuit Protected Amps
27 BACK UP 10 A
28 HORN 10 A
29 FR FOG LIGHT *
(10 A)
30 SHUTTER GRILLE *
(7.5 A)
31 MG CLUTCH 10 A
32 WASHER MOTOR 15 A
33 − −
34 − (10 A)
35 AUDIO SUB *
(7.5 A)
36 IGPS 7.5 A
37 IGPS (LAF) 7.5 A
38 VB ACT 7.5 A
39 IG1 TCU *
(10 A)
40 IG1 FUEL PUMP 20 A
41 IG1 ABS/VSA 7.5 A
42 IG1 ACG 10 A
43 IG1 ST MOTOR 10 A
44 IG1 MONITOR 7.5 A
45 − −Circuit Protected Amps
* Not available on all models
694
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 handle toward you.
u The fuel fill door unlocks.
3. Open the fuel fill door. 2 How to Refuel P. 598
■ What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door 1 When You Cannot Unlo ck the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Release Handle
697
Handling the Unexpected
RefuelingRefueling 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 pr ovided with your vehicle.
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Press on the edge of the fuel fill door until
you hear a click when the driver’s door is
unlocked.
u The fuel fill door opens.
3. Take the funnel out of the tool case in the
trunk. 2 Types of Tools P. 664
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. 1 Refueling 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.3
WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
• Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,
and flame away.
• Handle fuel only outdoors.
• Wipe up spills immediately.Funnel
700
Information Specifications ■ Vehicle Specifications
■ Air Conditioning Model ACCORD
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:
Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)
See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)
See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Refrigerant Type HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Charge Quantity 13.9 – 15.7 oz (395 – 445 g)
Lubricant Type ND-OIL 14
Quantity 5.6 – 6.5 cu-in (92 – 107 cm 3
)1.5 L engine models
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid Displacement 91.38 cu-in (1,498 cm 3
)
Spark Plugs NGK DILKAR8P8SY
Type Unleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 14.8 US gal (56 L)
Tank Capacity U.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 L) ■ Light Bulbs
*1: Models with halogen high beam headlights
*2: Models with LED high beam headlightsHeadlights (Low Beam) LED
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3) *1
LED *2
Fog Lights *
LED
Parking/Daytime Running Lights LED
Front Turn Signal Lights LED
Front Side Marker Lights LED
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors) *
LED
Brake Lights LED
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W (Amber)
Rear Side Marker Lights LED
Taillights LED
Back-Up Lights 16W
High-Mount Brake Light LED
Rear License Plate Light LED
Interior Lights
Map Lights 8W
Ceiling Light 8W
Ambient Lights LED
Vanity Mirror Lights 1.4W
Center Pocket Light LED
Door Courtesy Lights *
2CP (3.8W)
Door Inner Handle Lights *
LED
Trunk Light 5W
Console Compartment Light *
LED
* Not available on all models
702 uu Specifications u
Information ■ Vehicle Specifications
■ Air Conditioning Model ACCORD
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:
Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)
See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)
See the certification label on the driver’s
doorjamb
Refrigerant Type HFO-1234yf (R-1234yf)
Charge Quantity 13.9 – 15.7 oz (395 – 445 g)
Lubricant Type ND-OIL 14
Quantity 5.6 – 6.5 cu-in (92 – 107 cm 3
)2.0 L engine models
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer Fluid Displacement 121.76 cu-in (1,996 cm 3
)
Spark Plugs NGK DILKAR8P8SY
Type Unleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 14.8 US gal (56 L)
Tank Capacity U.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 L)
Canada: 4.8 US qt (4.5 L) ■ Light Bulbs
*1: Models with halogen high beam headlights
*2: Models with LED high beam headlightsHeadlights (Low Beam) LED
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3) *1
LED *2
Fog Lights LED
Parking/Daytime Running Lights LED
Front Turn Signal Lights LED
Front Side Marker Lights LED
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors) LED
Brake Lights LED
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W (Amber)
Rear Side Marker Lights LED
Taillights LED
Back-Up Lights 16W
High-Mount Brake Light LED
Rear License Plate Light LED
Interior Lights
Map Lights 8W
Ceiling Light 8W
Ambient Lights LED
Vanity Mirror Lights 1.4W
Center Pocket Light LED
Door Courtesy Lights *
2CP (3.8W)
Door Inner Handle Lights *
LED
Trunk Light 5W
Console Compartment Light *
LED
* Not available on all models
714
Index Automatic Lighting .................................. 194
Automatic Transmission
Creeping ................................................. 474
Fluid ........................................................ 628
Kickdown ................................................ 474
Shift Operation ........................................ 476
Shifting.................................................... 475
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 143
Average Speed .......................................... 145
B Battery ....................................................... 651
Charging System Indicator ................. 84, 681
Jump Starting .......................................... 674
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 651
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 653
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ...................................... 226
Blind spot information System ................ 502
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 269, 319
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® ............. 403, 427
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 74
Brake System ............................................. 571
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 581
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 577
Brake Assist System ................................. 582
Fluid ........................................................ 629
Foot Brake ............................................... 576
Indicator .............................. 79, 80, 683, 684
Parking Brake .......................................... 571 Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 203
Bulb Replacement .................................... 631
Brake, Taillight, Rear Si de Marker Lights and
Rear Turn Signal Light............................ 634
Fog Lights ............................................... 633
Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 633
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 633
Headlights ............................................... 631
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 638
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 633
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 638
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 633
Taillight, Brake Light and Back-Up Light... 636
Bulb Specifications ........................... 700, 702
C Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 75
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 233
Carrying Cargo ................................. 455, 457
Center Pocket ........................................... 223
Certification Label .................................... 704
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 631
Charging System Indicator ................. 84, 681
Child Safety ................................................. 61
Childproof Door Locks............................. 178
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 182
Child Seat .................................................... 61
Booster Seats ............................................ 74
Child Seat for Infants................................. 63 Child Seat for Small Children .................... 64
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/
Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 69
Larger Children ......................................... 73
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 63
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 65
Using a Tether .......................................... 71
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 178
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 657
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 655
Climate Control System ........................... 239
Changing the Mode................................ 239
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .............................................. 240
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 654
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 239
Sensors ................................................... 242
Synchronized Mode ................................ 241
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 239
Clock ......................................................... 164
CMBS TM
(Collision Mitigation Braking
System TM
) ................................................ 510
Coat Hook ................................................ 233
Collision Mitigation Braking System TM
(CMBS TM
) ................................................. 510
Compact Spare Tire .................. 665, 701, 703
Console Compartment ............................. 224
Continuously Variable Transmission
Creeping................................................. 474
Fluid ....................................................... 627
Kickdown ............................................... 474