2019 HONDA ACCORD SEDAN heating

uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
680
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge pointer comes down.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level an d check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolan t in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge pointer has come do wn, resume driving. If it has not come
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
MAX
Reserve Tank
MIN

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uuIndicator, Comi ng On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
■Reason for the indicator to blink
• There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary, downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability during sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes
on, the parking br ake may not work.
Avoid using the parking brak e and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately. 2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
P. 684
If you repeatedly operate th e electric parking brake in
a short period of time, the brake stops operating to
prevent heating of the system and the indicator
blinks.
It returns to its original state in approximately 1
minute.
U.S.
Canada (Red)

715
Index
Operating the Shift Lever .......... 23, 483, 485
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 677
Shifting ........................................... 482, 484
Controls .................................................... 163
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 625
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve Tank ..................................................... 625
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 626
Overheating ............................................ 679
Creeping (Automatic Transmission/ Continuously Variable Transmission) .... 474
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 590
Cup Holders .............................................. 226
Customer Service Information ................ 712
Customized Features ....................... 370, 381
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 196
Dead Battery ............................................ 674
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 399
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 240
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 705
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 193
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 208
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 618
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 193
Door Mirrors ............................................. 209 Doors
......................................................... 166
Auto Door Locking .................................. 179
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 179
Door and Trunk Open Message ................. 37
Keys ........................................................ 166
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ...................................... 176
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside ................................... 169
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 175
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 645
Driver Attention Monitor ........................ 152
Driver Information Interface ................... 138
Switching the Display .............................. 138
Warning and Information Messages ........ 105
Driving ....................................................... 453
Automatic Transmission/
Continuously Variable Transmission ....... 474
Braking .................................................... 571
Shifting Gear ................................... 475, 488
Shifting Position .............................. 482, 484
Starting the Engine .................................. 465
Driving Position Memory System ............. 205
Driving Support Information ................... 155
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 654
E
Eco Assist® System ........................................ 9
ECON Button ............................................. 492 Econ Mode
Indicator.................................................... 97
Elapsed Time ............................................. 145
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 92, 685
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 494
Emergency ................................................ 693
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 673
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 182
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 707
Engine ....................................................... 704
Coolant ................................................... 625
Jump Starting .......................................... 674
Oil ........................................................... 617
Starting ................................................... 465
Engine Coolant ......................................... 625
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve
Tank ...................................................... 625
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 626
Overheating ............................................ 679
Temperature Gauge ................................ 137
Engine Oil ................................................. 617
Adding .................................................... 620
Checking................................................. 618
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 608
Low Oil Pressure Warning........................ 681
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 617
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 190
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 685
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 75

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Index
O
Odometer................................................. 140
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 617
Adding ................................................... 620
Checking ................................................ 618
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 608
Low Oil Pressure Warning ....................... 681
Oil Life .................................................... 147
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 617
Viscosity.................................................. 617
Open Source Licenses .............................. 364
Opening Trunk ...................................................... 695
Opening/Closing
Hood ...................................................... 616
Moonroof ............................................... 189
Power Windows...................................... 186
Trunk ...................................................... 180
Outside Temperature Display ................. 141
Overheating ............................................. 679
P
Paddle Shifters
(7-Speed Manual Shift Mode) ............... 486
Pandora ®.................................................. 264
Panic Mode ............................................... 185
Parking ..................................................... 583
Parking Brake ........................................... 571
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator
(Amber) ..................................................... 80 Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator
(Red) .......................................... 79, 683, 684
Parking Sensor System ............................. 585
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 59
Passing Indicators ..................................... 193
Phone ........................................................ 148
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 269, 319
Power Windows ........................................ 186
Precautions While Driving ....................... 473
Rain ......................................................... 473
Pregnant Women ....................................... 43
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 665
R
Radiator.................................................... 626
Radio (AM/FM) .................................. 259, 298
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 302
Radio Data System (RDS) .................. 260, 300
Range ........................................................ 143
RDS (Radio Data System) .................. 260, 300
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 707
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 202
Rear Seat (Folding Down) ........................ 214
Rear Seat Heaters ..................................... 238
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 208
Refueling ................................................... 597
Fuel Gauge .............................................. 137
Gasoline .................................. 597, 700, 702
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 89 Regulations
............................... 500, 645, 705
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback ................................................. 469
Remote Transmitter ................................. 173
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 653
Bulbs ....................................................... 631
Fuses ............................................... 688, 690
Tires ........................................................ 648
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 639
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 706
Resetting a Trip Meter ..................... 141, 143
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ......... 558
On and Off.............................................. 560S
Safe Driving ................................................ 33
Safety Check ............................................... 37
Safety Labels ............................................... 76
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Safety Support .......................................... 156
Seat Belts .................................................... 38
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 42
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 40
Checking................................................... 44
Fastening .................................................. 41
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/ Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 69
Pregnant Women ...................................... 43
Reminder .................................................. 39

721
Index
Transmission SystemIndicator ................................................... 85
TRIP Button .............................................. 140
Trip Computer .................................. 142, 144
Trip Meter ................................ 141, 143, 145
Troubleshooting ...................................... 663
Blown Fuse ..................................... 688, 690
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 29
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 30
Emergency Towing ................................. 693
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 671
Noise When Braking ................................. 31
Overheating ............................................ 679
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 665
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 30, 178
Shift Lever Won’t Move .......................... 677
Warning Indicators.................................... 78
Trunk ........................................................ 180
Lid .......................................................... 180
Light Bulb ....................................... 700, 702
Main Switch............................................ 182
Unable to Open ...................................... 695
Turbo Engine Vehicle .............................. 601
Turn Signals .............................................. 193
Indicators (Instrume nt Panel) ..................... 94
Turn-by-Turn Directions .......................... 161U
Unlocking the Doors................................ 169
Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside ......................................... 14
USB Flash Drives ........................ 266, 316, 349
USB Ports ................................................... 245
Using the Smart Entry wi th Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 169
V
Valet Key ................................................... 182
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 704
Vehicle Speed ........................................... 160
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®) ................ 494
Off Button ............................................... 495
Off Indicator .............................................. 92
System Indicator ........................................ 91
Ventilation ................................................ 237
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 617, 701, 703
Voice Control Operation .......................... 295
Voice Portal Screen .................................. 296
Voice Recognition .................................... 295
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist ®) ................ 494
W
Wallpaper ......................................... 255, 277
Warning and Info rmation Messages ....... 105
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 681
Warning Labels ........................................... 76
Warnings ................................................... 147
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 709
Watts ................................................. 700, 702
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 647
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ... 664, 668
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 330
Window Washers ..................................... 200
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 630
Switch ..................................................... 200
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 186
Windshield
Cleaning ......................................... 655, 658
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 240
Washer Fluid ........................................... 630
Wiper Blades ........................................... 639
Wipers and Washers................................ 200
Winter Tires Snow Tires .............................................. 650
Tire Chains .............................................. 650
Wipers and Washers ................................. 200
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 201
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 639
Wireless Charger ...................................... 230
WMA ................................................. 266, 316
Worn Tires ................................................ 642