2021 HONDA ACCORD SEDAN winter tires

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P 539)
Under the Hood (P 550)
●Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
●Check brake fluid.●Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, push it to the side, and then
raise the hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you
can release the lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P 566)
●Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 574)
●Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield or become noisy.
Tires (P 577)
●Inspect tires and wheels regularly.●Check tire pressures regularly.●Install snow tires for winter
driving.

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 540
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 541Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 542
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 543
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 550Opening the Hood ........................... 552
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 553
Oil Check ......................................... 554
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 556
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 557
Engine Coolant ................................ 561
Transmission Fluid ............................ 563
Brake Fluid ....................................... 564
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 565
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 566
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 574
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 577
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 578Tire Labeling .................................... 578DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 580Wear Indicators................................ 582 Tire Service Life ................................ 582
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 583
Tire Rotation .................................... 584
Winter Tires ..................................... 585
Battery ............................................... 586
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 588
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 589Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 590
Exterior Care.................................... 592
Accessories and Modifications ........ 595

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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWinter Tires
Maintenance
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked M+S tires, snow tires, or tire
chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance between vehicles when driving.
Be particularly careful wh en operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent
skidding.
Use tire chains, snow tires, or all season tires when necessary or according to the law.
When mounting, refer to the following points.
For winter tires:
• Select the size and load ranges that are the same as the original tires.
• Mount the tires to all four wheels.
For tire chains:
• Install them on the front tires only.
• Because your vehicle has limited tire clea rance, we strongly recommend using the
chains listed below:
• Follow the chain manufactur er’s instruction when installing. Mount them as
tightly as you can.
• Check that the chains do not touc h the brake lines or suspension.
• Drive slowly.
Cable-type: SCC Radial Chain SC1036
Not recommended to us e any type of chains
1Winter Tires
NOTICE
Traction devices that are the wrong size or improperly
installed can damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are
hitting any part of the vehicle.
When tire chains are mounted, follow the chain
manufacturer’s instructi ons regarding vehicle
operational limits.
If your vehicle is equipp ed with summer tires, be
aware that these tires are not designed for winter
driving conditions. For more information, contact a
dealer.
3WARNING
Using the wrong chains, or not properly
installing chains, can damage the brake
lines and cause a crash in which you can be
seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding the selection and use of
tire chains.
Models with 225/50R17 tires
Models with 235/40R19 tires

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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

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Index
Unable to Open ....................................... 630
Turbo Engine Vehicle ............................... 537
Turn Signals ............................................... 194
Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) ...................... 97
Turn-by-Turn Directions ................... 148, 163
U
Unlocking the Doors................................. 170
Unlocking the Front Doors
from the Inside ........................................ 178
USB Flash Drives ................................ 296, 331
USB Ports ................................................... 247
Using the Smart Entry wi th Push Button Start
System ...................................................... 170
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 9
Vehicle Identification Number ................. 638
Vehicle Speed ............................................ 162
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®)............... 443
Off Button ............................................... 444
Off Indicator .............................................. 95
System Indicator ........................................ 94
Ventilation ........................................ 238, 240
Viscosity (Oil) ............................. 553, 635, 637
Voice Control Operation .......................... 275
Voice Portal Screen .................................. 276
Voice Recognition .................................... 275
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist
TM)............... 443
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 257
Warning and Information Messages ....... 109
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 615
Warning Labels ........................................... 79
Warnings ................................................... 149
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 643
Watts ................................................. 634, 636
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 582
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ... 598, 602
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 310
Window Washers ..................................... 202
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 565
Switch ..................................................... 202
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 187
Windshield
Cleaning ......................................... 590, 593
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 241
Washer Fluid ........................................... 565
Wiper Blades ........................................... 574
Wipers and Washers................................ 202
Winter Tires Snow Tires .............................................. 585
Tire Chains .............................................. 585
Wipers and Washers ................................. 202
Automatic Intermi ttent Wipers ................ 203
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 574
Wireless Charger ...................................... 232
WMA ......................................................... 296
Worn Tires ................................................ 577