2021 HONDA ACCORD SEDAN spare tire

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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
6. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up)
under the vehicle body, near the tire that
needs to be replaced.
7. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn
using the wheel nut wrench.

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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
1. Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire.
2. Wipe the mounting surfaces of the wheel
with a clean cloth.
3. Mount the compact spare tire.
4. Screw the wheel nuts until they touch the
lips around the mounting holes, then stop
rotating.
5. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack.
Tighten the wheel nuts in the order
indicated in the image. Go around,
tightening the nuts, two to three times in
this order.
Wheel nut torque:
80 lbf∙ft (108 N∙m, 11 kgf∙m)
■Replacing the Flat Tire1Replacing the Flat Tire
Do not over tighten the wheel nuts by applying extra
torque using your foot or a pipe.

uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
1. Remove the center cap.
2. Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire
well.
3. Remove the spacer cone from the wing
bolt, flip it over, and insert it back on the
bolt. Secure the flat tire with the wing bolt.
4. Securely put the jack and wheel nut wrench
back in the tool case. Store the case in the
trunk.
If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. Afte r driving for a few miles (kilometers), Tire
Pressure Monitor System Problem. Ch eck Tire Pressure. See Your Dealer. will
appear on the driver information interface and the indicator will start blinking for a
short time and then stay on; however, this is normal and is no cause for concern.
Calibrate the TPMS when you replace the tire with a specified regular tire.
2TPMS Calibration P. 448
■Storing the Flat Tire1Storing the Flat Tire
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.
Center Cap
Spacer Cone
Wing Bolt
For
compact
spare tire For
full-size
tire
■TPMS and the Compact Spare Tire

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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is signifi cantly low, or the TPMS has not been calibrated.
If there is a problem with the TPMS, the indicator blinks for about one
minute, and then stays on.
If the compact spare tire is installed, the indicator will either come on or
it will first blink for abou t one minute, then stay on.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The sp ecified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb. u Calibrate the TPMS after the tire pressure is adjusted.
2 TPMS Calibration P. 448
If the compact spare tire causes the indicator to come on, change the
tire to a full-size tire . The indicator goes off af ter calibrating the TPMS.
■What to do when the indica tor blinks, then remains on
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire causes the indicator to firs t blink, and then stay on, change the
tire to a full-size tire . The indicator goes off af ter calibrating the TPMS.
2TPMS Calibration P. 448
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.

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uuSpecifications u
Continued
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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uuSpecifications u
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

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Index
Automatic TransmissionCreeping................................................. 421
Fluid ....................................................... 563
Kickdown ............................................... 421
Shift Operation ....................................... 423
Shifting ................................................... 422
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 145
Average Speed ......................................... 147
B
Battery...................................................... 586
Charging System Indicator ................ 88, 615
Jump Starting ......................................... 608
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 586
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 588
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ..................................... 227
Blind spot information System ................ 452
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................................... 299
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®................... 375
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 77
Brake System ............................................ 510
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 518
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 515
Brake Assist System................................. 519
Fluid ....................................................... 564
Foot Brake .............................................. 514
Indicator ............................. 83, 84, 617, 618
Parking Brake.......................................... 510
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 205Bulb Replacement
.................................... 566
Brake, Taillight, Rear Side Marker Lights and
Rear Turn Signal Light ............................ 569
Fog Lights ................................................ 568
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 568
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 568
Headlights ............................................... 566
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 573
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 568
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 573
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 568
Taillight, Brake Light and Back-Up Light ... 571
Bulb Specifications ........................... 634, 636
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 78
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 229
Carrying Cargo .................................. 405, 407
Center Pocket ........................................... 225
Certification Label .................................... 638
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 566
Charging System Indicator ................. 88, 615
Child Safety ................................................. 64
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 179
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 183
Child Seat .................................................... 64
Booster Seats ............................................. 77
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 66
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 67 Installing a Child Seat wi
th a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 72
Larger Children ......................................... 76
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 66
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 68
Using a Tether ........................................... 74
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 179
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 592
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 590
Climate Control System ............................ 240
Changing the Mode ................................ 240
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 241
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 589
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 240
Sensors ................................................... 243
Synchronized Mode................................. 242
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 240
Clock .......................................................... 166
CMBS
TM (Collision Mitigation Braking
SystemTM) ................................................. 458
Coat Hook ................................................. 229
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 458
Compact Spare Tire .................. 599, 635, 637
Console Compartment ............................. 226
Continuously Variable Transmission Creeping ................................................. 421
Fluid ........................................................ 563
Kickdown ................................................ 421
Operating the Shift Lever........... 24, 430, 432

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Index
Shifting (Transmission)............ 422, 429, 431
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 43
Side Airbags ............................................... 57
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 59
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 313
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 282
Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ..................................................... 170
Snow Tires ................................................ 585
Spare Tire ................................. 599, 635, 637
Spark Plugs ....................................... 634, 636
Specifications ........................................... 634
Specified Fuel ........................... 533, 634, 636
Speedometer ............................................ 139
SPORT Mode ............................................. 435
Indicator ................................................. 101
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 49
Starting Assist Brake Function ................ 441
Starting the Engine .................................. 414
Does Not Start ........................................ 605
Jump Starting ......................................... 608
Steering Wheel
Adjusting ................................................ 209
Stopping ................................................... 520
Summer Tires ............................................ 585
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 230
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 49
Switches
(Around the Steering Wheel) ........ 6, 7, 191
System Message Indicator ......................... 99
System Updates ........................................ 266T
Tachometer....................................... 151, 162
Temperature Gauge ..................................................... 139
Outside Temperature ............................... 143
Temperature Sensor ......................... 143, 243
Time (Adjusting) ....................................... 166
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 446
Indicator ............................................ 96, 620
Tires ........................................................... 577
Air Pressure ............................. 578, 635, 637
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 577
Inspection ................................................ 577
Labeling .................................................. 578
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 599
Regulations ............................................. 580
Rotation .................................................. 584
Spare Tire ................................ 599, 635, 637
Summer .................................................. 585
Tire Chains .............................................. 585
Wear Indicators ....................................... 582
Winter ..................................................... 585
Tools .......................................................... 598
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 409
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 411
Load Limits .............................................. 409
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 413
Emergency .............................................. 628 TPMS
(Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
.......... 446
Indicator............................................ 96, 620
Traffic Sign Recognition System .............. 500
Transmission ..................... 421, 422, 429, 431
Automatic ............................................... 422
Continuously Variable ..................... 429, 431
Fluid ........................................................ 563
Number................................................... 638
Shift Position Indicator............................... 88
Transmission System
Indicator.............................................. 89, 91
TRIP Button ............................................... 142
Trip Computer .................................. 144, 146
Trip Meter ................................. 143, 145, 147
Troubleshooting ....................................... 597
Blown Fuse.............................. 622, 624, 626
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 30
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 31
Emergency Towing .................................. 628
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 605
Noise When Braking .................................. 32
Overheating ............................................ 613
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 599
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 31, 179
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 611
Warning Indicators .................................... 82
Trunk ......................................................... 181
Lid........................................................... 181
Light Bulb........................................ 634, 636
Main Switch ............................................ 183