heating HONDA ACCORD 2015 9.G Owner's Manual

541
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 542
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 543
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 549If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 550Emergency Engine Stop ................... 551
Jump Starting .................................... 552
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 555Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 556
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 558If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 558
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 559If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ........................... ....... 560
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On............................ 560If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 561
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 562
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 564
Emergency Towing ........................... 565

556Handling the Unexpected
OverheatingHow to Handle OverheatingOverheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge needle is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then open the hood.
1 How to Handle OverheatingNOTICEContinuing to drive with the temperature gauge
needle at the mark may damage the engine.
3
WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the ho od if steam is coming
out.
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge needle comes down.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the engine coolant
reserve tank is low, add coolant until it
reaches the MAX mark.
u If there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficien tly, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emerge ncy/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
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Engine Coolant Reserve Tank
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558Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the vehicle 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 about three minute.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
3. Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.
u The indicator goes off: Start driving again.
u The indicator does not go off within 10 seconds: Stop the engine
and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
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 the indicator comes on
Turn off the heating and cooling system
* /climate control system
*, rear
defogger, and other electrical systems, and immediately contact a dealer
for repairs.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes OnNOTICERunning 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 engine may rapidly discharge
the battery.
* Not available on all models

Index
584Index
Index
Numbers7-Speed Manual Shift Mode.................... 437
Operation ................................................ 438AABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 474
Accessories and Modifications ................. 482
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 161
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................. 448
Additives Coolant ................................................... 505
Engine Oil ................................................ 499
Washer .................................................... 510
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 499
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 155
Clock ....................................................... 106
Front Seats .............................................. 148
Head Restraints........................................ 151
Mirrors .................................................... 146
Rear Seats................................................ 154
Steering Wheel ........................................ 145
Temperature ........................................ 92, 96
Aha
TM Radio ...................................... 229, 282
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 169
Changing the Mode ................................ 169
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 170
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 535 Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 169
Sensor ..................................................... 172
Synchronized Mode................................. 171
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 169
Air Conditioning System (Heating and
Cooling System) ...................................... 166
Cooling ................................................... 168
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 168
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 535
Heating ................................................... 167
Air Pressure ............................... 524, 569, 571
Airbags ........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ........................................ 42
Airbag Care............................................... 51
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator.............................................. 49, 72
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 50
Sensors ..................................................... 39
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 48
AM/FM Radio ............................ 187, 213, 252
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 474
Indicator.................................................... 72
Armrest ..................................................... 155
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 179
Audio System ............................................ 174
Adjusting the Sound................ 185, 211, 242
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 176 Error Messages ....................................... 288
General Information................................ 294
HDD ....................................................... 262
Internet Radio ......................... 195, 227, 280
iPod ........................................ 192, 223, 272
MP3/WMA/AAC ..................... 197, 230, 283
Reactivating ............................................ 177
Recommended CDs ................................ 295
Recommended Devices ........................... 297
Remote Controls ..................................... 179
Security Code ......................................... 177
Theft Protection ...................................... 177
Touch Screen .................................. 203, 236
USB Flash Drives...................................... 297
USB Port ................................................. 175
Authorized Manuals ................................ 579
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 119
Customize .............................. 102, 309, 327
Automatic Lighting .................................. 137
Automatic Transmission Creeping................................................. 432
Fluid ....................................................... 508
Kickdown ............................................... 432
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 20, 440
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 555
Shifting ................................................... 439
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 176
Average Fuel Economy ........................ 91, 95
Average Speed ........................................... 96

585Index
BBattery...................................................... 532
Charging System Indicator ................ 69, 558
Jump Starting ......................................... 552
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 532
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 533
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ..................................... 160
Bluetooth ® Audio ..................... 200, 233, 286
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink® ............ 338, 375
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 63
Brake System ............................................ 472
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 474
Brake Assist System................................. 475
Fluid ....................................................... 509
Foot Brake .............................................. 473
Indicator ........................................... 68, 560
Parking Brake.......................................... 472
Brake System Indicator (Amber) ............... 68
Brake System Indicator (Red) .................... 68
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 141
Bulb Replacement .................................... 511
Brake/Taillights and Rear Turn Signal Lights/ Rear Side Marker Lights......................... 518
Fog Lights ............................................... 513
Front Turn Signal/Side Marker Lights ....... 516
Headlights .............................................. 511
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 520
Parking Lights ......................................... 517
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 517 Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 520
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 516
Taillights and Back-Up Lights ................... 519
Bulb Specifications ........................... 568, 570
CCarbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 64
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 162
Carrying Cargo .................................. 417, 419
CD Player ................................... 189, 220, 259
Center Pocket ........................................... 159
Certification Label .................................... 572
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 511
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 558
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 118
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 123
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................. 63
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt.......................................................... 59
Larger Children .......................................... 62
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Using a Tether ........................................... 61
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 118
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 538 Cleaning the Interior
................................ 536
Climate Control System ............................ 169
Changing the Mode ................................ 169
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 170
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 535
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 169
Sensors ................................................... 172
Synchronized Mode................................. 171
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 169
Clock .......................................................... 106
Clutch Fluid ............................................... 509
Coat Hook ................................................. 162
Compact Spare Tire .................. 543, 569, 571
Compass .................................................... 413
Console Compartment ............................. 158
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Creeping ................................................. 432
Fluid ........................................................ 507
Kickdown ................................................ 432
Operating the Shift Lever........... 19, 434, 436
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 555
Shifting ........................................... 433, 435
Controls ..................................................... 105
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 505
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve Tank ...................................................... 505
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 506
Overheating ............................................ 556
Creeping (Automatic Transmission/ CVT) ......................................................... 432

586Index
Cruise Control........................................... 445
Indicator .................................................... 80
Cup Holders ............................................... 160
Customer Service Information ................. 580
Customized Features .......................... 97, 298DDaytime Running Lights ........................... 139
Dead Battery ............................................. 552
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .......................................... 168, 170
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 573
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 136
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 146
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 500
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 136
Display Button .......................... 181, 206, 238
Door Mirrors ............................................. 147
Doors ......................................................... 108
Auto Door Locking .................................. 119
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 119
Door and Trunk Open Indicator ........... 31, 74
Keys ........................................................ 108
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 116
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ............................................ 111
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 115 DOT Tire Quality Grading
........................ 526
Driving ...................................................... 415
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 448
Automatic Transmission/CVT ................... 432
Braking ................................................... 472
Cruise Control ......................................... 445
Shifting Gear ................................... 439, 441
Shifting Position .............................. 433, 435
Starting the Engine.......................... 425, 427
Driving Position Memory System ............ 143
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 535
EEco Assist System.......................................... 9
ECON Button ............................................ 444
Elapsed Time ............................................... 95
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 74, 560
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 464
Emergency ................................................ 565
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 551
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 123
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 575
Engine ....................................................... 572
Coolant ................................................... 505
Jump Starting .......................................... 552
Oil ........................................................... 499
Starting ........................................... 425, 427
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 131 Engine Coolant
........................................ 505
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve
Tank ..................................................... 505
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 506
Overheating ............................................ 556
Temperature Gauge .................................. 89
Engine Oil ................................................. 499
Adding ................................................... 502
Checking ................................................ 500
Displaying Oil Life ........................... 487, 491
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 558
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 499
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 132
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 74, 560
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................................ 64
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 147
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 538
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 147
FFeatures.................................................... 173
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 535
Oil .......................................................... 503
Flat Tire ..................................................... 543
Floor Mats ................................................ 537

587Index
FluidsAutomatic Transmission .......................... 508
Brake/Clutch ........................................... 509
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) .................................................... 507
Engine Coolant ....................................... 505
Manual Transmission .............................. 507
Windshield Washer ................................. 510
Fog Light Indicator .................................... 77
Folding Down the Rear Seat ................... 154
Foot Brake ................................................ 473
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .......... 456
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Front Seats ................................................ 148
Adjusting ................................................ 148
Fuel ..................................................... 21, 479
Economy................................................. 481
Gauge ...................................................... 89
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 91, 96
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 72
Range ................................................. 92, 95
Recommendation.................................... 479
Refueling ................................................ 479
Fuel Economy ........................................... 481
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 21, 480
Message ................................................. 559
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 21, 480
Fuses ......................................................... 562
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 564
Locations ........................................ 562, 563
GGasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 481
Gauge ....................................................... 89
Information ............................................. 479
Instant Fuel Economy ........................... 91, 96
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 72
Refueling ................................................. 479
Gauges ........................................................ 89
Gear Shift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission ........................... 439
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) ............................................. 433, 435
Manual Transmission ............................... 442
Glass (care) ................................................ 539
Glove Box .................................................. 158HHalogen Bulbs ................................... 511, 513
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 541
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ....................... 338, 375
Auto Answer ................................... 354, 390
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and
Call History .................................... 356, 392
Automatic Transferring .................... 354, 390
Displaying Messages ........................ 370, 409
Editing User Name ................................... 389
HFL Buttons ..................................... 338, 375
HFL Menus ...................................... 341, 377
HFL Status Display ........................... 340, 376 Limitations for Manual Operation .... 340, 376
Making a Call .................................. 360, 401
Options During a Call ...................... 367, 406
Phone Setup.................................... 346, 381
Phonebook Phonetic Modification ........... 396
Receiving a Call ............................... 366, 405
Receiving a Text/E-Mail Message ..... 368, 407
Ring Tone........................................ 355, 391
Selecting a Mail Account ................. 369, 408
Speed Dial ....................................... 357, 393
To Create a Security PIN .................. 353, 388
To Set Up a Text/E-Mail Message
Options ......................................... 351, 386
Use Contact Photo .......................... 355, 391
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 262
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Head Restraints ........................................ 151
Headlights ................................................. 136
Aiming .................................................... 511
Automatic Operation............................... 137
Dimming ......................................... 136, 139
Operating................................................ 136
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 164, 165
Heating and Cooling System ................... 166
Cooling ................................................... 168
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 168
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 535
Heating ................................................... 167
High Beam Indicator .................................. 76
Hill Start Assist System ..................... 426, 430

589Index
Load Limits............................................... 419
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 108
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 119
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 118
From Inside ............................................. 116
From Outside .......................................... 111
Keys........................................................ 108
Using a Key............................................. 115
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 115
Low Battery Charge ................................. 558
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 72
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 558
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 110
Lower Anchors ........................................... 57
Lubricant Specifications Chart ........ 568, 570
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 419MMaintenance............................................ 483
Battery .................................................... 532
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 509
Cleaning ................................................. 536
Climate Control System .......................... 535
Coolant .................................................. 505
Heating and Cooling System ................... 535
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 487
Oil .......................................................... 500
Precautions ............................................. 484 Radiator .................................................. 506
Remote Transmitter ................................. 533
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 511
Safety ...................................................... 485
Service Items ................................... 489, 493
Tires ........................................................ 523
Transmission Fluid ................................... 507
Under the Hood ...................................... 495
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 69, 559
Manual Transmission ................................ 441
Map Lights ................................................ 157
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 419
Meters, Gauges ........................................... 89
Mirrors ....................................................... 146
Adjusting ................................................. 146
Door........................................................ 147
Exterior .................................................... 147
Interior Rearview ..................................... 146
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 482
Moonroof .................................................. 130
MP3 ................... 189, 197, 220, 230, 259, 283
Multi-Information Display ......................... 93
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 477
NNumbers (Identification).......................... 572OOdometer.............................................. 91, 95 Oil (Engine)
............................................... 499
Adding .................................................... 502
Checking................................................. 500
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 487, 491
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 558
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 499
Viscosity .................................................. 499
Opening/Closing
Hood....................................................... 497
Moonroof ............................................... 130
Power Windows ...................................... 127
Trunk ...................................................... 120
Outside Temperature Display .............. 92, 96
Overheating .............................................. 556
PPaddle Shifters (7-Speed Manual Shift
Mode) ...................................................... 437
Pandora ®................................... 196, 228, 281
Panic Mode ............................................... 126
Parking ...................................................... 476
Parking Brake ........................................... 472
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator ............................................ 68, 560
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 50
Passing Indicators ..................................... 136
Power Windows ....................................... 127
Precautions While Driving ....................... 431
Rain ........................................................ 431
Pregnant Women ....................................... 37

591Index
TTachometer................................................ 89
Temperature Outside Temperature Display .............. 92, 96
Temperature Sensor .................... 92, 96, 172
Time (Setting) ........................................... 106
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ..................................................... 468
Indicator ........................................... 75, 561
Tires .......................................................... 523
Air Pressure............................. 524, 569, 571
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 523
Inspection ............................................... 523
Labeling .................................................. 524
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 543
Regulations ............................................. 526
Rotation.................................................. 530
Spare Tire ............................... 543, 569, 571
Summer .................................................. 531
Tire Chains.............................................. 531
Wear Indicators....................................... 528
Winter .................................................... 531
Tools ......................................................... 542
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 421
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 422
Load Limits ............................................. 421
Towing Your Vehicle ............................... 424
Emergency .............................................. 565
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) .................................................... 468
Indicator ........................................... 75, 561 Transmission
..................... 433, 435, 439, 441
Automatic ............................................... 439
Continuously Variable (CVT) ............ 433, 435
Fluid ................................................ 507, 508
Manual .................................................... 441
Number ................................................... 572
Shift Lever Position Indicator .......................... 70, 434, 436, 440
Trip Meter ............................................. 91, 95
Troubleshooting ....................................... 541
Blown Fuse ...................................... 562, 563
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 24
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 25
Emergency Towing .................................. 565
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 549
Noise When Braking .................................. 25
Overheating ............................................ 556
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 543
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 25, 118
Shift Lever Won’t Move ........................... 555
Warning Indicators .................................... 68
Trunk ......................................................... 120
Lid ........................................................... 120
Light Bulb ........................................ 568, 570
Main Switch ............................................ 122
Turn Signals .............................................. 136
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 76
UUnlocking the Doors ................................ 111 Unlocking the Front Doors from
the Inside .................................................. 13
USB Flash Drives ....................................... 297
USB Port .................................................... 175
Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start
System ..................................................... 113
VValet Key ........................................... 109, 122
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 572
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 464
Off Button............................................... 465
Off Indicator.............................................. 73
System Indicator ........................................ 73
Ventilation ........................................ 166, 169
Viscosity (Oil) ............................ 499, 569, 571
VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) .................. 464WWarning and Information Messages ... 82, 84
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 558
Warning Labels ........................................... 65
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately) .............................................. 577
Watts ................................................. 568, 570
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 528
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 546