2020 HONDA ACCORD SEDAN automatic transmission fluid

uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
632
Maintenance
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change th e automatic transmission fluid yourself.
■Automatic Transmission Fluid*
Specified fluid: Honda Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF-Type 2.0
1Automatic Transmission Fluid*
NOTICE
Do not mix Honda ATF-Type 2.0 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fl uid other than Honda
ATF-Type 2.0 may adversel y affect the operation and
durability of your vehicle’ s transmission, and damage
the transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Honda ATF-Type 2.0 is not
covered by Honda’s new ve hicle limited warranty.
* Not available on all models

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uuSpecifications u
Information
■
Brake/Clutch* Fluid
■ Automatic Tran smission Fluid
*
■
Manual Transmi ssion Fluid*
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda Automatic Transmission Fluid
ATF-type 2.0
Capacity Change 4.5 US qt (4.3 L)
SpecifiedHonda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF)
Capacity Change 2.27 US qt (2.15 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.6 US qt (4.4 L)
Change
including
filter
5.0 US qt (4.8 L)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.34 US gal (5.06 L)
(change including the remaining
0.17 US gal (0.66 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Models with 17 inch wheel
*2: Models with 19 inch wheel
Regular
Size225/50R17 94V*1
235/40R19 96V*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])
Front32 (220 [2.2])*1
33 (225 [2.25])*2
Rear32 (220 [2.2])*1
33 (225 [2.25])*2
Compact
Spare Size
T135/80D17 103M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular17 x 7 1/2J*1
19 x 8 1/2J*2
Compact Spare17 x 4T
* Not available on all models

718
Index
Automatic Brake Hold SystemIndicator ............................................ 82, 581
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 202
Automatic Lighting .................................. 195
Automatic Transmission
Creeping ................................................. 476
Fluid ........................................................ 632
Kickdown ................................................ 476
Shift Operation ........................................ 478
Shifting.................................................... 477
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 143
Average Speed .......................................... 145
B
Battery....................................................... 655
Charging System Indicator ................. 84, 685
Jump Starting .......................................... 678
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 655
Maintenance (Replacing).......................... 657
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ...................................... 227
Blind spot information System ................ 505
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 271, 321
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®........... 405, 429
Booster Seats (For Children) ....................... 74
Brake System ............................................. 575
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 585
Automatic Brake Hold.............................. 581
Brake Assist System ................................. 586
Fluid ........................................................ 633 Foot Brake............................................... 580
Indicator.............................. 79, 80, 687, 688
Parking Brake .......................................... 575
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 204
Bulb Replacement .................................... 635
Brake, Taillight, Rear Si de Marker Lights and
Rear Turn Signal Light............................ 638
Fog Lights ............................................... 637
Front Side Marker Lights.......................... 637
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 637
Headlights ............................................... 635
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 642
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 637
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 642
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 637
Taillight, Brake Light and Back-Up Light... 640
Bulb Specifications ........................... 704, 706
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 75
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 234
Carrying Cargo ................................. 457, 459
Center Pocket ........................................... 224
Certification Label .................................... 708
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 635
Charging System Indicator ................. 84, 685
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 wi th 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 ............................... 661
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 659
Climate Control System ........................... 240
Changing the Mode................................ 240
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 241
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 658
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 240
Sensors ................................................... 243
Synchronized Mode ................................ 242
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 240
Clock ......................................................... 164
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................ 513
Coat Hook ................................................ 234
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 513
Compact Spare Tire .................. 669, 705, 707
Console Compartment ............................. 225

719
Index
Continuously Variable TransmissionCreeping................................................. 476
Fluid ....................................................... 631
Kickdown ............................................... 476
Operating the Shift Lever .......... 23, 485, 487
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 681
Shifting ........................................... 484, 486
Controls .................................................... 163
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 629
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve Tank ..................................................... 629
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 630
Overheating ............................................ 683
Creeping (Automatic Transmission/
Continuously Variable Transmission) .... 476
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 594
Cup Holders .............................................. 227
Customer Service Information ................ 716
Customized Features ....................... 372, 383
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 197
Dead Battery ............................................ 678
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 401
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 241
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 709
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 194
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 209 Dipstick (Engine Oil)
................................. 622
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 193
Door Mirrors ............................................. 210
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 ........................ 649
Driver Attention Monitor ........................ 152
Driver Information Interface ................... 138
Switching the Display .............................. 138
Warning and Information Messages ........ 105
Driving ....................................................... 455
Automatic Transmission/ Continuously Variable Transmission ....... 476
Braking .................................................... 575
Shifting Gear ................................... 477, 490
Shifting Position .............................. 484, 486
Starting the Engine .................................. 467
Driving Position Memory System ............. 206
Driving Support Information ................... 155
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 658
E
Eco Assist® System ........................................ 9
ECON Button ............................................ 494
Econ Mode Indicator.................................................... 97
Elapsed Time ............................................. 145
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 92, 689
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 496
Emergency ................................................ 697
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 677
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 182
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 711
Engine ....................................................... 708
Coolant ................................................... 629
Jump Starting .......................................... 678
Oil ........................................................... 621
Starting ................................................... 467
Engine Coolant ......................................... 629
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve Tank ...................................................... 629
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 630
Overheating ............................................ 683
Temperature Gauge ................................ 137
Engine Oil ................................................. 621
Adding .................................................... 624
Checking................................................. 622
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 612
Low Oil Pressure Warning........................ 685
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 621
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 190

720
Index
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System....... 689
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) ................................... 75
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 661
Exterior Mirrors ......................................... 210
F
Features..................................................... 245
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 658
Oil ........................................................... 625
Flat Tire ..................................................... 669
Floor Mats ................................................. 660
Fluids Automatic Transmission ........................... 632
Brake/Clutch ............................................ 633
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 631
Engine Coolant ........................................ 629
Manual Transmission ............................... 631
Windshield Washer .................................. 634
FM/AM Radio .................................... 261, 300
Fog Lights .................................................. 196
Indicator .................................................... 94
Folding Down the Rear Seat .................... 215
Foot Brake ................................................. 580
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 48
Front Seat Heaters .................................... 237
Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation .............................................. 238 Front Seats
Adjusting ................................................ 211
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 572
Fuel ...................................................... 24, 601
Economy ................................................. 604
Gauge ..................................................... 137
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 143
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 89
Range ..................................................... 143
Recommendation .................................... 601
Refueling................................................. 601
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions ............ 604
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 24, 602
Unable to Unlock .................................... 698
Fuses .......................................................... 692
Inspecting and Changing......................... 696
Locations......................................... 692, 694
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 604
Gauge ..................................................... 137
Information ............................................. 601
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 143
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 89
Refueling................................................. 601
Gauges ...................................................... 137
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 84 Gear Shift Lever Positions
Continuously Variable
Transmission ................................. 484, 486
Manual Transmission .............................. 490
Glass (care) ....................................... 659, 662
Glove Box ................................................. 224
H
Halogen Bulbs .......................................... 635
Handling the Unexpected ....................... 667
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)...................... 405, 429
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and
Call History ................................... 419, 438
Automatic Transferring ................... 417, 437
Displaying Messages ............................... 448
Favorite Contacts .................................... 439
HFL Buttons .................................... 405, 429
HFL Menus...................................... 407, 432
HFL Status Display ........................... 406, 431
In Case of Emergency ..................... 327, 452
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 406, 431
Making a Call ................................. 423, 441
Options During a Call...................... 428, 444
Phone Setup ................................... 411, 434
Receiving a Call............................... 427, 444
Receiving a Text Message........................ 446
Ring Tone ....................................... 417, 437
Selecting a Phone ................................... 447
Speed Dial .............................................. 420
To Clear the System ................................ 418

722
Index
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench)......................... 672
Jump Starting ............................................ 678
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 167
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 175
Keys ........................................................... 166
Lockout Prevention .................................. 175
Number Tag ............................................ 167
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 178
Remote Transmitter ................................. 173
Types and Functions ................................ 166
Valet Key ................................................. 182
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission/
Continuously Variable Transmission) ..... 476
Knee Airbags ............................................... 52
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 554
LaneWatchTM............................................. 508
Language (HFL) ................................. 406, 431
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 66
Lights ................................................. 194, 635
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 198
Automatic ............................................... 195
Bulb Replacement .................................... 635
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 197
Fog Lights ................................................ 196 High Beam Indicator .................................. 94
Interior .................................................... 222
Light Switches ......................................... 194
Lights On Indicator .................................... 94
Turn Signals ............................................ 193
Load Limits ................................................ 459
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 166
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 179
Childproof Door Locks............................. 178
From Inside ............................................. 176
From Outside .......................................... 169
Keys ........................................................ 166
Using a Key ............................................. 174
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 175
Low Battery Charge ................................. 685
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 89
Low Oil Pressure Warning ....................... 685
Low Remote Signal Strength ................... 168
Lower Anchors ............................................ 66
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 704, 706
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 459
Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch ....... 212
M
Maintenance..................................... 147, 607
Battery .................................................... 655
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 633
Cleaning ................................................. 659
Climate Control System ........................... 658
Coolant ................................................... 629 Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 611
Oil .......................................................... 622
Precautions ............................................. 608
Radiator .................................................. 630
Remote Transmitter ................................ 657
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 635
Safety ..................................................... 609
Service Items ........................................... 615
Tires........................................................ 646
Transmission Fluid ................................... 631
Under the Hood ...................................... 618
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 83, 686
Manual Transmission ............................... 490
Map Lights ................................................ 223
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 459
Meters, Gauges ........................................ 137
Mirrors ...................................................... 209
Adjusting ................................................ 209
Door ....................................................... 210
Exterior ................................................... 210
Interior Rearview ..................................... 209
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 664
Moonroof ................................................. 189
MP3 ................................................... 268, 318
MP3/WMA/AAC ................................ 268, 318
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 598
N
Navigation................................................ 146
Near Field Communication (NFC) ............ 334

725
Index
Fluid ............................................... 631, 632
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 84
Manual ................................................... 490
Number .................................................. 708
Transmission System
Indicator ................................................... 85
TRIP Button .............................................. 140
Trip Computer .................................. 142, 144
Trip Meter ................................ 141, 143, 145
Troubleshooting ...................................... 667
Blown Fuse ..................................... 692, 694
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 29
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 30
Emergency Towing ................................. 697
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 675
Noise When Braking ................................. 31
Overheating ............................................ 683
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 669
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 30, 178
Shift Lever Won’t Move .......................... 681
Warning Indicators.................................... 78
Trunk ........................................................ 180
Lid .......................................................... 180
Light Bulb ....................................... 704, 706
Main Switch............................................ 182
Unable to Open ...................................... 699
Turbo Engine Vehicle .............................. 605
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 ........................ 268, 318, 351
USB Ports ................................................... 247
Using the Smart Entry wi th Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 169
V
Valet Key ................................................... 182
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 708
Vehicle Speed ........................................... 160
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®)............... 496
Off Button ............................................... 497
Off Indicator .............................................. 92
System Indicator ........................................ 91
Ventilation ................................................ 238
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 621, 705, 707
Voice Control Operation .......................... 297
Voice Portal Screen .................................. 298
Voice Recognition .................................... 297
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist
TM)............... 496
W
Wallpaper ......................................... 257, 279
Warning and Information Messages ....... 105
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 685Warning Labels
........................................... 76
Warnings ................................................... 147
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 713
Watts ................................................. 704, 706
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 651
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ... 668, 672
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 332
Window Washers ..................................... 201
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 634
Switch ..................................................... 201
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 186
Windshield Cleaning ......................................... 659, 662
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 241
Washer Fluid ........................................... 634
Wiper Blades ........................................... 643
Wipers and Washers................................ 201
Winter Tires
Snow Tires .............................................. 654
Tire Chains .............................................. 654
Wipers and Washers ................................. 201
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 202
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 643
Wireless Charger ...................................... 231
WMA ................................................. 268, 318
Worn Tires ................................................ 646