check engine HONDA ACCORD COUPE 2001 CF / 6.G Owner's Guide

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP

(For
L4-
LEV)

This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition
switch ON (II). If it comes on at any
other time, it indicates one of the
engine's emissions control systems
may have a problem. Even though
you may feel no difference in your car's performance, it can reduce
your fuel economy and cause your car to put out excessive emissions.
Continued operation may cause
serious damage.
(For V6 and L4- ULEV)

This indicator should light when the ignition switch is ON (II), and go out
after the engine starts. If it comes on

at any other time, it indicates one of

the engine's emissions control
systems may have a problem. Even

though you may feel no difference in

your car's performance, it can
reduce your fuel economy and cause
your car to put out excessive
emissions. Continued operation may

cause serious damage.

If you have recently refueled your

car, the cause of this indicator
coming on could be a loose or

missing fuel fill cap. Check the cap
and tighten it until it clicks several

times. Replace the fuel fill cap if it is

missing. Tightening the cap will not

make the indicator turn off

immediately; it takes at least three
driving trips. If the indicator remains on past three
driving trips, or the fuel cap was not
loose or missing, have the car checked by the dealer as soon as
possible. Drive moderately until the dealer has inspected the problem.
Avoid full-throttle acceleration and driving at high speed.
You should also have the dealer inspect your car if this indicator
comes on repeatedly, even though it
may turn off as you continue driving.

If you keep driving with the
malfunction indicator lamp on, you can
damage your car's emissions controls and engine. Those repairs may not be
covered by your car's warranties.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

NOTICE

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Readiness Codes
Your car has certain "readiness codes" that are part of the on-board
diagnostics for the emissions
systems. In some states, part of the
emissions testing is to make sure
these codes are set. If they are not set, the test cannot be completed.
If your car's battery has been
disconnected or gone dead, these
codes are erased. It takes severaldays of driving under various
conditions to set the codes again.
If possible, do not take your car for a
state emissions test until the
readiness codes are set. See State
Emissions Testing on page 336.
(For V6 and L4-ULEV)
To check if they are set, turn the ignition ON (II), but do not start
the engine. The Malfunction
Indicator Lamp will come on for
20 seconds. If it then goes off,
the readiness codes are set. If it blinks 5 times, the readiness
codes are not set. See State
Emissions Testing on pages 301 and
302.
Taking Care of the Unexpected

Index

Accessories and Modifications.... 186 Accessories................................. 186Additional Safety Precaution.... 187 Modifications............................. 187
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Position)........................................ 74
Accessory Power Socket.............. 106
Additives, Engine Oil..................... 234
Airbag (SRS) ...................................... 9

Air Cleaner Element...................... 253

Air Conditioning............................. 110
Maintenance............................... 265

Usage.......................................... 110

Air Conditioning Filter.................. 266
Air Pressure, Tires........................ 268
Alcohol in Gasoline........................ 331

Antifreeze....................................... 239

Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
Description................................. 204

Indicator............................... 55, 205
Operation.................................... 204

Anti-theft Steering Column Lock.. 73

Appearance Care........................... 287

Audio System................ 125, 137, 153

Automatic Speed Control................

68


Automatic Transmission............... 196

Capacity, Fluid........................... 326

Checking Fluid Level....... 247, 249
Shifting........................................ 196

Shift Lever Position Indicator.. 197

Shift Lever Positions................. 197

Shift Lock Release..................... 200

Battery Charging System Light...... 54, 310

Jump Starting............................. 304
Maintenance............................... 260

Specifications............................. 329

Before Driving............................... 177

Belts, Seat........................................... 8
Beverage Holder............................ 104
Body Repair.................................... 296
Brakes Anti-lock System (ABS)............ 204Break-in, New Linings .............. 178
Bulb Replacement..................... 281

Fluid............................................ 251
Parking........................................ 101
System Indicator.......................... 55
Wear Indicators......................... 203
Braking System.............................. 203
Break-in, New Car......................... 178 Brightness Control, Instruments... 63
Brights, Headlights......................... 62
Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights........................... 281
Brake Lights............................... 281Ceiling Light............................... 282
Courtesy Light........................... 283
Front Parking Lights................. 278
Front Side Marker Lights......... 277
Headlights.................................. 276
High-mount Brake Light.......... 281
License Plate Lights.................. 281
Specifications............................. 327
Spotlight...................................... 283
Trunk Light................................ 284
Turn Signal Lights..................... 277
Bulbs, Halogen............................... 276

CONTINUED

Index

Capacities Chart............................. 326
Carbon Monoxide Hazard.............. 49
Carrying Cargo.............................. 188
Cassette Player
Care.............................................151

Operation........................... 130, 148
CAUTION, Explanation of............... ii
CD Changer.......................... 133, 165
CD Player........................................ 142
Certification Label......................... 324
Chains............................................. 273
Changing a Flat Tire ..................... 297 Changing Engine Coolant.............
241

Changing Oil

How to......................................... 235

When to....................................... 224

Charging System Indicator .... 54, 310
Checklist, Before Driving............. 192 Childproof Door Locks................... 79
Child Seats........................................ 27 Tether Anchorage Points........... 38
Cleaner, Air.................................... 253

Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels..................... 289 Carpeting.................................... 290
Exterior....................................... 288
Fabric.......................................... 291
Interior........................................ 290
Seat Belts.................................... 292
Vinyl............................................ 291 Window....................................... 292
Climate Control System................ 117
Clock, Setting the .......................... 102
Clutch Fluid.................................... 252

CO in the Exhaust......................... 333
Coin Box......................................... 103
Cold Weather, Starting in............. 194
Compact Spare............................... 296
Console Compartment.................. 103
Consumer Information*................ 340
Controls, Instruments and..............

51

Coolant

Adding......................................... 239Checking..................................... 184
Proper Solution.......................... 239
Temperature Gauge.................... 59
Corrosion Protection..................... 293
Crankcase Emissions Control System......................................... 333
Cruise Control Operation............... 68
Customer Relations Office........... 340

DANGER, Explanation of................. ii Dashboard........................................ 52
Daytime Running Lights................. 63
Defects, Reporting Safety............. 344 Defogger, Rear Window................. 64
Dimensions..................................... 328
Dimming the Headlights................ 62
Dipstick Automatic Transmission . 247, 248
Engine Oil................................... 182

Directional Signals........................... 64
Disc Brake Wear Indicators......... 203
Disposal of Used Oil...................... 238 Doors Locking and Unlocking............... 74
Power Door Locks....................... 75
DOT Tire Quality Grading........... 329
Downshifting, 5-speed Manual Transmission.............................. 195
Drive Belts...................................... 266
Driver and Passenger Safety............ 5

Index
Driving............................................ 191 Economy..................................... 185
In Bad Weather.......................... 209
In Foreign Countries................. 332
Economy, Fuel............................... 185
Emergencies on the Road............. 295 Battery, Jump Starting.............. 304
Brake System Indicator............ 313Changing a Flat Tire................. 297
Charging System Indicator...... 310
Checking the Fuses................... 316
Low Oil Pressure Indicator...... 309
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.... 311 Manually Closing Moonroof.... 314
Overheated Engine................... 307
Emergency Brake.......................... 101
Emergency Flashers....................... 66
Emergency Towing....................... 320
Emissions Controls........................ 333
Engine
Belts.............................................266

Coolant Temperature Gauge ..... 59 Malfunction Indicator
Lamp................................. 55, 311
Oil Pressure Indicator......... 54, 309 Oil, What Kind to Use............... 234
Overheating................................ 307
Specifications............................. 327
Speed Limiter..................... 196, 200
Starting........................................ 193
Engine Speed Limiter........... 196, 200
Ethanol in Gasoline ....................... 331
Evaporative Emissions Controls.. 333
Exhaust Fumes................................ 49
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by......................................... 17
Exterior, Cleaning the................... 290
Fabric, Cleaning............................. 291

Fan, Interior.................................... 110

Features, Comfort and Convenience............................... 109

Filling the Fuel Tank..................... 178
Filter
Air Conditioning........................ 266
Oil................................................ 234 5-speed Manual Transmission
Checking Fluid Level................ 249
5-speed Manual Transmission Shifting the................................. 195
Flashers, Hazard Warning.............. 66
Flat Tire, Changing a.................... 297
Fluids Automatic Transmission .. 247, 248
Brake...........................................251
Clutch.......................................... 252
Manual Transmission............... 249 Power Steering........................... 252
Windshield Washer................... 246
FM Stereo Radio Reception.................................... 158
Folding Rear Seat............................ 92
Foreign Countries, Driving in...... 332
Four-way Flashers........................... 66
Fuel.................................................. 178 Fill Door and Cap....................... 178Gauge............................................ 58
Octane Requirement................. 178
Oxygenated................................ 331
Tank, Filling the......................... 178
Fuses, Checking the...................... 316
CONTINUED

Index

Label, Certification........................ 324
Lane Change, Signaling.................. 64
Lap/Shoulder Belts......................... 40
Lights Bulb Replacement..................... 278
Indicator........................................ 53
Parking.......................................... 62
Turn Signal................................... 64
LOCK (Ignition Key Position)....... 73

Locks
Anti-theft Steering Column........ 73Fuel Fill Door............................. 178Glove Box..................................... 82
Power Door.................................. 75

Trunk............................................
80

Low Coolant Level......................... 184

Lower Gear, Downshifting to a.... 195

Low Oil Pressure Indicator.... 52, 309

Lubricant Specifications Chart.... 326

Luggage.......................................... 188
Maintenance................................... 219
Owner Maintenance Checks.... 231

Record......................................... 229

Required Indicator....................... 60

Safety...........................................220

Schedule............................
224 -
228

Malfunction Indicator Lamp.. 55, 311
Manual Transmission.................... 195
Manual Transmission Fluid ......... 249
Meters, Gauges................................ 57
Methanol in Gasoline.................... 331
Mirrors, Adjusting......................... 100
Moonroof.......................................... 88
Closing Manually....................... 314
Operation...................................... 98

Neutral Gear Position.................... 198

New Vehicle Break-in................... 178

Normal Shift Speeds...................... 196

NOTICE, Explanation of................... ii

Numbers, Identification................ 324
Octane Requirement, Gasoline.... 178
Odometer.......................................... 58

Odometer, Trip................................ 59

Oil Change, How to ......................... 235
Change, When to....................... 224
Checking Engine....................... 182
Pressure Indicator............... 54, 309
Selecting Proper Viscosity Chart....................................... 235
ON (Ignition Key Position) ............ 74
Operation in Foreign Countries... 332 Outside Mirrors............................... 99
Overheating, Engine..................... 306
Owner Maintenance Checks........ 231
Oxygenated Fuel........................... 331

Panel Brightness Control............... 63

Park Gear Position......................... 198

Parking............................................ 202

CONTINUED

Index

Parking Brake................................ 101
Parking Lights.................................. 63
Parking Over Things that Burn... 335
PGM-FI System.............................. 334
Polishing and Waxing................... 289
Pre-Drive Safety Checklist............. 11
Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts.......... 17
Protecting Adults............................. 12 Additional Safety Precautions.... 18
Advice for Pregnant Women...... 17
Protecting Children......................... 19
Protecting Infants........................ 28
Protecting Larger Children........ 34
Protecting Small Children.......... 31Using Child Seats with
Tethers......................................37

Radiator Overheating.................... 309
Radio/Cassette Sound System.... 125
Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement... 281
Rear Seat Armrest........................... 94
Rear Seat, Folding........................... 93
Rear View Mirror............................. 99 Rear Window Defogger.................. 66 Reclining the Seat Backs......... 88, 91
Recommended Shift Speeds ........
196
Reminder Lights.............................. 53
Remote Transmitter........................ 75
Replacement Information
Air Cleaner Element.................. 253Coolant........................................ 241
Engine Oil and Filter................. 235

Fuses...........................................318
Light Bulbs................................. 278
Schedule..................................... 224

Spark Plugs ....................... 256, 258

Tires............................................ 271 Wiper Blades.............................. 263
Replacing Seat Belts After a
Crash.............................................42

Reserve Tank, Coolant.................. 184
Restraint, Child................................

19

Reverse Gear Position................... 198

Rotation, Tire................................. 271

Safety Belts......................................... 8

Safety Defects, Reporting* .......... 344
Safety Features.................................. 7
Airbags............................................ 9Door Locks................................... 10
Head Restraints........................... 10

Seat Belts........................................ 8
Seats & Seat-Backs...................... 10

Safety Labels, Location of.............. 50

Safety Messages................................ ii

Seat Belts............................................ 8
Additional Information................ 40
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners................................ 41
Cleaning...................................... 292
Lap/Shoulder Belt....................... 40

Maintenance................................. 42

Reminder Light and
Beeper................................. 40, 54

System Components.................... 40 Use During Pregnancy................ 17

Seats, Adjusting the......................... 88

Security System............................. 175
Serial Number................................ 324
Service Intervals............................ 224
Service Manual*............................ 345
Service Station Procedures .......... 178