2021 HONDA ACCORD SEDAN oil pressure

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 598
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 599
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 605
If the Remote Battery is Weak .......... 606
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 607
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 608
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 611
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 613 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ... 615If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 615
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 616
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 617
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On.... 618
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 619 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 620
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message... 621
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 622
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 627
Emergency Towing ........................... 628
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door....629
If You Cannot Open the Trunk ........... 630
Refueling ........................................... 632

615
Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears
■Reasons for the warning to appear
Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the warning
appears
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level
ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights
on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for
approximately three minutes.
2. Open the hood and ch eck the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 554
3.Start the engine and check the low oil
pressure warning.
u The warning disappears: Start driving
again.
u The warning does not disappear within
10 seconds: Immediately stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Stop in a safe place and have y our vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.

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Information
■
Brake Fluid
■ Continuously Variable Transmission
Fluid
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda HCF-2
Capacity Change 3.9 US qt (3.7 L)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Honda Genuine Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 3.4 US qt (3.2 L)
Change
including
filter
3.7 US qt (3.5 L)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.59 US gal (6.03 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
T135/90D16 102M
*1
T135/80D17 103M*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])
60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular17 x 7 1/2J*1
19 x 8 1/2J*2
Compact Spare16 x 4T*1
17 x 4T*2

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Information
■
Brake Fluid
■ Automatic Tran smission 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)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Honda Genuine 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
RegularSize235/40R19 96VPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])Front33 (225 [2.25])Rear33 (225 [2.25])
Compact
Spare Size
T135/80D17 103M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular19 x 8 1/2JCompact Spare17 x 4T

Index
648
Index
Index
Numbers
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode.................... 433
Operation ................................................ 434
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 518
Accessories and Modifications ................. 595
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 231
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow ........................... 103, 104, 472
Adaptive Damper System ......................... 442
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 561
Engine Oil ................................................ 553
Washer .................................................... 565
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 553
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 222
Front Seats .............................................. 212
Head Restraints........................................ 219
Mirrors .................................................... 210
Rear Seats................................................ 216
Steering Wheel ........................................ 209
Agile Handling Assist ................................ 445
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) ........................ 240
Changing the Mode ................................ 240
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 241
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 589 Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 240
Sensors ................................................... 243
Synchronized Mode................................. 242
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 240
Air Pressure ............................... 578, 635, 637
Airbags ........................................................ 46
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 52
After a Collision ........................................ 49
Airbag Care............................................... 63
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 49
Indicator.............................................. 60, 93
Knee Airbags............................................. 54
Passenger Front Airbag Off Indicator ......... 61
Sensors ..................................................... 46
Side Airbags .............................................. 57
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 59
AM/FM Radio ............................................ 278
Android Auto ........................................... 321
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 518
Indicator.................................................... 93
Apple CarPlay ........................................... 314
Armrest ..................................................... 222
AT&T Hotspot ........................................... 312
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 250
Audio System ............................................ 246
Adjusting the Sound................................ 272
Audio/Information Screen........................ 254
Display Setup .......................................... 273
Error Messages ........................................ 328
General Information ................................ 330 Home Screen .......................................... 259
How to Update Wirelessly ....................... 266
How to Update with a USB Device .......... 270
How to use Siri Eyes Free ........................ 313
iPod ........................................................ 293
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 274
MP3/WMA/AAC ..................................... 296
Reactivating ............................................ 249
Remote Controls ..................................... 250
Security Code ......................................... 249
Selecting an Audio Source ...................... 274
Status Area ............................................. 264
System Updates ...................................... 266
Theft Protection ...................................... 249
USB Flash Drives.............................. 296, 331
USB Ports ................................................ 247
Wallpaper Setup ..................................... 257
Audio/Information Screen ....................... 254
Authorized Manuals ................................ 646
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 180
Customize .............................................. 369
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 199
Indicator ................................................... 94
Auto Idle Stop .......................................... 437
Auto Idle Stop OFF Button ...................... 438
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 515
Indicator ........................................... 86, 515
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator ........................................... 86, 515
Automatic Intermittent Wipers .............. 203
Automatic Lighting .................................. 196

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Index
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 611
Shifting............................................ 429, 431
Controls ..................................................... 165
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 561
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve
Tank ...................................................... 561
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 562
Overheating............................................. 613
Creeping (Automatic Transmission/ Continuously Variable Transmission) ..... 421
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 527
Cup Holders ............................................... 227
Customer Service Information ................. 647
Customized Features ................................ 352
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 198
Dead Battery ............................................. 608
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 371
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows .................................................. 241
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 639
Dimming
Headlights ............................................... 195
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 210
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 554
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 194
Door Mirrors ............................................. 211 Doors
......................................................... 167
Auto Door Locking .................................. 180
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 180
Door and Trunk Open Message ................. 37
Keys ........................................................ 167
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ...................................... 177
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside ................................... 170
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 176
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 580
Driver Attention Monitor ........................ 154
Driver Information Interface ................... 140
Switching the Display .............................. 140
Warning and Information Messages ........ 109
Driving ...................................................... 403
Automatic Transmission/Continuously Variable
Transmission.......................................... 421
Braking ................................................... 510
Shifting Position ...................... 422, 429, 431
Starting the Engine.................................. 414
Driving Position Memory System ............ 207
Driving Support Information ................... 157
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 589
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 12
ECON Button ............................................ 436
Econ Mode
Indicator.................................................. 100 Elapsed Time
............................................ 147
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ........................................... 95, 619
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 443
Emergency ................................................ 628
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 607
Emergency Trunk Opener ....................... 183
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 641
Engine ....................................................... 638
Coolant .................................................. 561
Jump Starting ......................................... 608
Oil .......................................................... 553
Starting................................................... 414
Engine Coolant ........................................ 561
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve Tank ..................................................... 561
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 562
Overheating ............................................ 613
Temperature Gauge ................................ 139
Engine Oil ................................................. 553
Adding ................................................... 556
Checking ................................................ 554
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 544
Low Oil Pressure Warning ....................... 615
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 553
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 191
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 619
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 78
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 592
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 211

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Index
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)........ 488
Language (HFL) ........................................ 377
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 69
Lights ................................................ 195, 566
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 199
Automatic............................................... 196
Bulb Replacement ................................... 566
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 198
Fog Lights ............................................... 197
High Beam Indicator ................................. 97
Interior.................................................... 223
Light Switches......................................... 195
Lights On Indicator.................................... 97
Turn Signals ............................................ 194
Load Limits ............................................... 407
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 167
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 180
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 179
From Inside ............................................. 177
From Outside .......................................... 170
Keys........................................................ 167
Using a Key............................................. 175
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 176
Low Battery Charge ................................. 615
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 93
Low Oil Pressure Warning ....................... 615
Low Remote Signal Strength .................. 169
Low Speed Braking Control .................... 467
Lower Anchors ........................................... 69
Lubricant Specifications Chart ........ 634, 636Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)
............. 407
Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch ....... 213
M
Maintenance..................................... 149, 539
Battery .................................................... 586
Brake Fluid .............................................. 564
Cleaning .................................................. 590
Climate Control System ........................... 589
Coolant ................................................... 561
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 543
Oil ........................................................... 554
Precautions .............................................. 540
Radiator .................................................. 562
Remote Transmitter ................................. 588
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 566
Safety ...................................................... 541
Service Items ........................................... 547
Tires ........................................................ 577
Transmission Fluid ................................... 563
Under the Hood ...................................... 550
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 87, 616
Map Lights ................................................ 224
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 407
Meters, Gauges ......................................... 139
Mirrors ....................................................... 210
Adjusting ................................................. 210
Door ........................................................ 211
Exterior .................................................... 211
Interior Rearview ..................................... 210 Modifications (and Accessories)
.............. 595
Moonroof ................................................. 190
MP3 ........................................................... 296
MP3/WMA/AAC ........................................ 296
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 531
N
Navigation........................................ 148, 163
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 638
O
Odometer................................................. 142
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 553
Adding .................................................... 556
Checking................................................. 554
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 544
Low Oil Pressure Warning........................ 615
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 553
Viscosity .................................................. 553
Open Source Licenses ............................... 346
Opening
Trunk ...................................................... 630
Opening/Closing Hood....................................................... 552
Moonroof ............................................... 190
Power Windows ...................................... 187
Trunk ...................................................... 181
Outside Temperature ............................... 143
Overheating .............................................. 613