2019 HONDA ACCORD SEDAN tow

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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
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 driver information interface.●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears2 If the Remote Battery is Weak P. 672
uMake 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 all2Battery P. 651●If the interior lights come on normally2 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 immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer 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.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 692
If the problem continues:2Emergency Towing P. 693
1Checking 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

687
uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission Indicator Blin ks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by
a dealer.
• Put the transmission into
(N after starting
the engine.
u Check if the
(N position on the driver
information interface and the indicator
on the
(N button light/blink.
2 Starting the Engine P. 465
Automatic transmission models
1If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning
Message
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 693

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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.
Make sure the parking brake is released. If you
cannot release the parking brake, your vehicle must
be transported by the flat bed equipment. 2 Parking Brake P. 571
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 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 Door1When You Cannot Unlo ck the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Release Handle

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Index
Warning Indicator ................................ 39, 89
Seat Heaters .............................. 236, 237, 238
Seat Ventilation ........................................ 237
Seats .......................................................... 210
Adjusting ................................................. 210
Front Seats .............................................. 210
Rear Seats................................................ 214
Seat Heaters ............................ 236, 237, 238
Seat Ventilation ....................................... 237
Security System ......................................... 183
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 95
Security System Alarm Indicator ................. 96
Select Buttons ..................................... 20, 475
Operation ................................................ 476
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 65
Selector Knob (Audio) .............................. 252
Shift Lever ........................... 23, 482, 484, 488
Operation .......................... 23, 483, 485, 488
Releasing ................................................. 677
Won’t Move ............................................ 677
Shifting (Transmission) ..... 475, 482, 484, 488
Shoulder Anchor ......................................... 42
Side Airbags ................................................ 55
Side Curtain Airbags ................................... 57
Siri ® Eyes Free .................................... 272, 335
SiriusXM ® Radio ........................................ 302
Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ...................................................... 169
Snow Tires ................................................. 650
Spare Tire .................................. 665, 701, 703
Spark Plugs ........................................ 700, 702 Specifications
............................................ 700
Specified Fuel ........................... 597, 700, 702
Speedometer ............................................ 137
SPORT Mode ............................................. 491
Indicator.................................................... 98
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 48
Starting the Engine .................................. 465
Does Not Start......................................... 671
Jump Starting .......................................... 674
Steering Wheel Adjusting ................................................ 207
Stopping ................................................... 583
Summer Tires ............................................ 650
Sunglasses Holder ..................................... 234
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ........ 48
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ........ 4, 5, 190
System Message Indicator .......................... 96
System Updates ........................................ 286
T
Tachometer............................................... 149
Temperature
Gauge ..................................................... 137
Outside Temperature Display ................... 141
Temperature Sensor ......................... 141, 242
Time (Adjusting) ....................................... 164
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 497
Indicator............................................ 93, 686 Tires
.......................................................... 642
Air Pressure............................. 643, 701, 703
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 642
Inspection ............................................... 642
Labeling .................................................. 643
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 665
Regulations ............................................. 645
Rotation.................................................. 649
Spare Tire ............................... 665, 701, 703
Summer .................................................. 650
Tire Chains.............................................. 650
Wear Indicators....................................... 647
Winter .................................................... 650
Tools ......................................................... 664
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 459
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 461
Load Limits ............................................. 459
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 463
Emergency .............................................. 693
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ........ 497
Indicator ........................................... 93, 686
Traffic Sign Recognition System ............. 562
Transmission ..................... 475, 482, 484, 488
Automatic............................................... 475
Continuously Variable ..................... 482, 484
Fluid ............................................... 627, 628
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 84
Manual ................................................... 488
Number .................................................. 704

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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