flat tire HONDA ACCORD 2017 9.G Quick Guide

INTRODUCTION
This owner’s Guide is intended to help you quickly get acquainted with your
2017 Honda Accord Sedan. It provides basic information and instructions on
technology and convenience features, as well as emergency procedures and\
how to
get assistance.
This guide is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada. It cove\
rs
all Accord
Sedan models, so you may find descriptions of features and equipment t\
hat are not
in your vehicle. Images throughout this guide are from U.S. vehicles and\
represent
features and equipment that are available on some, but not all, models.
This guide is not intended to be a substitute for the
owner’

s Manual. The
owner
Information CD enclosed in your glove box kit includes the
owner’

s Manual,
Navigation Manual, and vehicle and tire warranties in electronic format.\
This
information can be viewed on a computer (PC
or Mac platform) and saved or printed
for your reference. Y

ou can also visit owners.honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca
(Canada) to view the complete and most current information.
If you are the first registered owner of your vehicle, you may request\
a complimentary
printed copy of the
owner’

s Manual, Navigation Manual, or
vehicle Warranty within
the first six months of vehicle purchase. T

o request a copy, visit owners.honda.com
(U.S.) and create or log in to your account. In Canada, please request\
a copy from
your Honda dealer.
American Honda Motor Company strives to be proactive in protecting our
environment and natural resources. By using electronic delivery for a co\
nsiderable
portion of the information typically found in a vehicle owner’s manual, we are further
reducing our impact on the environment.
Honda Automobile Customer Service
Your authorized Honda dealer should be able to answer any questions you h\
ave
about your vehicle. However, if you are dissatisfied with the information you receive,
you can call Honda Automobile Customer Service (see page 152).
Call (800) 999-1009 (U.S.) or (888) 946-6329 (Canada)
Honda Roadside Assistance
24-hour emergency road service is available to you in the United States \
and Canada
throughout your 3-year/36,000-mile warranty term. Services include jump starting,
flat tire and lockout assistance, towing, and more (limitations apply\
).
Call (866) 864-5211 (U.S.) or (800) 465-7587 (Canada)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
*if equipped
VISUAL INDEX
..............................................................
1Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls ...............1
Dashboard and
other Controls .......................... 2
SAFETY INFORMATION .............................................. 3Important Safety Information .............................3
Seat Belts...............................................................5
Airbags
................................................................... 8
Child Safety
......................................................... 14
Safety Label Locations
...................................... 21
reporting Safety Defects ..................................22
INSTRUMENT PANEL ................................................ 23Malfunction Indicators ......................................23
Condition Indicators
........................................... 25
on/off Indicators ................................................ 26
Information Display*
.......................................... 27
Multi-Information Display (MID)*
.................... 28
VEHICLE CONTROLS .................................................. 30Using the Key or remote Transmitter* ...........30
Smart
entry System* .......................................... 31
Door
operation ................................................... 32
Power Window
operation ................................ 33
Power Moonroof
operation* ........................... 34
Interior and
exterior Lights ............................... 35
Auto High-Beam System*
................................. 36
Wiper
operation ................................................. 37
one-T

ouch Turn Signal
...................................... 38
Adjusting the Seats
............................................ 39
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
.......................... 43
Driving Position Memory System*
.................. 43
Adjusting the Mirrors
......................................... 44
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver* ................. 45
Climate Control System
.................................... 46
Seat Heaters*
..................................................... 47
Customized Features
......................................... 48
Setting the Clock
................................................ 49
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY ....................................50Basic Audio operation ...................................... 50
Models with one display
................................... 54
one Display Audio operation .........................54
FM/AM
radio .................................................... 55
Compact Disc (CD)
........................................... 56
iPod® ................................................................. 57
USB Flash Drive
............................................... 58
Bluetooth® Audio ............................................. 59
Pandora®* ......................................................... 60
Models with touchscreen
................................. 61
T

ouchscreen
operation .................................. 61
HondaLink® ...................................................... 63
Wi-Fi Connection
............................................. 64
Aha™ radio ........................................................ 64
Apple CarPlay™ ............................................... 65
Android Auto™ ..................................................66
FM/AM
radio ................................................... 67
SiriusXM® radio* ............................................. 68
Compact Disc (CD)
.......................................... 69
iPod® ................................................................. 70
USB Flash Drive
............................................... 71
Bluetooth® Audio ............................................. 72
Pandora®* ......................................................... 73
BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK® (HFL) .................74Models with one display ................................... 74
Basic HFL
operation ........................................ 74
Pairing a Phone
................................................ 75
Making a Call
.................................................... 76
SMS T

ext Messaging
...................................... 78
Models with touchscreen
................................. 79
Basic HFL
operation ........................................ 79
Pairing a Phone
................................................ 81
Making a Call
.................................................... 82
SMS T

ext Messaging and
e-Mail* ................ 84
HondaLink® Assist ........................................... 85
Siri™ eyes Free .................................................. 86
NAVIGATION* ............................................................. 87Basic Navigation operation .............................87
entering a Destination ....................................... 89
routing ................................................................. 92

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ISUAL INDEX
*if equipped
1 Lights/turn signals/LaneWatch
button* p. 35, p. 38, p. 111
2 SeL/reSeT knob p. 27
Brightness control p. 35
3 Wipers/washers p. 37
4 Cruise control buttons* p. 106
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)


buttons* p. 106


Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)

button* p. 110
5 Horn
6 voice recognition buttons p. 74,
p. 79, p. 87
7 Instrument panel p. 23
8 Information display* p. 27
Multi-information display* p. 28
9 Info (p/q) buttons* p. 28
SeL/reSeT button*

p. 28
10 Audio controls p. 52
11 Tire Pressure Monitoring System

(TPMS) button p. 121
12 Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)

button p. 110
13 eNGINe STArT/SToP button* p. 101
14 vehicle Stability Assist (vSA) oFF

button p. 105
Collision Mitigation Braking System

(CMBS) oFF button*

p. 112
road Departure Mitigation (rDM)



button* p. 109
Parking sensor system button* p. 113
15 eCoN button p. 105
VISUAL INDEX
*if equipped
Quickly locate items in the vehicle’s interior.
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls
12
5
107415
116
38
9121314
DRIVING....................................................................... 94Before Driving ..................................................... 94
Maximum Load Limit
.......................................... 96
T

owing a Trailer...................................................98
remote engine Start* ........................................ 99
Starting to Drive
................................................ 100
Shifting
............................................................... 101
Braking
............................................................... 104
eco Assist System ............................................105
vehicle Stability Assist (vSA®) .......................105
Cruise Control*
................................................. 106
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
..................... 107
road Departure Mitigation (rDM)* ...............109
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
........... 110
LaneW

atch
™* .................................................... 111
Collision Mitigation Braking System™* ......... 112
Parking Sensor System*
................................. 113
Multi-
view rear Camera ................................. 114
refueling ............................................................ 115
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED ..............................116Smart entry remote Battery Strength* ........116
Shift Lever Does Not Move*
........................... 116
Jump Starting
.................................................... 117
overheating ....................................................... 119
emergency engine Stop* ................................120
emergency T

owing
........................................... 120
T

ire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
... 121
Changing a Flat Tire

..........................................123
Fuse Locations
.................................................. 126
MAINTENANCE ........................................................ 129Safety Precautions ...........................................129
Maintenance Minder™ ..................................... 130
Under the Hood
................................................. 132
engine oil ........................................................... 134
engine Coolant ..................................................137
Brake Fluid
......................................................... 138
Clutch Fluid*
...................................................... 138
Checking the Battery
....................................... 139
Window W

asher Fluid
..................................... 139
Changing Wiper Blades
.................................. 140
T

ire Information.................................................141
Tire Labeling
...................................................... 144
D
oT T

ire Quality Grading
................................. 145
T

esting of
readiness Codes ............................ 147
SPECIFICATIONS...................................................... 148
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
................................... 151Frequently Asked Questions/
Troubleshooting ................................................ 151
Contact Us
......................................................... 152
Honda
roadside Assistance .......................... 152
W

arranty Coverages
........................................ 153
VOICE COMMAND INDEX ......................................154
INDEX
........................................................................\
. 156

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I
NSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL
Condition Indicators
These indicators may require you to perform an action.
Parking brake
release the parking brake before driving. Y

ou will hear a beep if you drive
with it not fully released.
Seat belt reminder
Make sure seat belts are fastened for you and all passengers. The indicator
blinks and beeps sound continuously if you or your front passenger has not
fastened your seat belts when you begin driving. If the indicator remain\
s on
after seat belts are fastened, see your dealer.
Door open
A door is not closed. A beep sounds while driving if a door is open.
Low fuel
refuel as soon as possible. If the indicator blinks, there is a problem w\
ith t

he
fuel gauge. See your dealer.
Low tire pressure*
Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate tire(s) if n\
ecessary.
The indicator also appears if your vehicle is fitted with the compact \
spare
tire. Have your regular tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible.
Washer fluid level (Canadian models)
The washer fluid is low.
refill the washer fluid (see page 139).
System message*
When a condition or malfunction indicator comes on, a message also
appears on the multi-information display

. Check the display for more
information.
Maintenance Minder*
Scheduled maintenance for your vehicle is due (see page 131).
Immobilizer
Your key or remote transmitter cannot be recognized by the vehicle. If th\
e
indicator blinks, you may not be able to start the engine. Turn the vehicle off,
and then on again. If it continues to blink, there may be a problem with\
the
system. See your dealer.
*if equipped
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the \
camera is blocked.
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)*
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the \
camera is blocked.
Canad a
U.S.
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
• The emissions control system may have a problem, or the fuel cap is\
loose

or missing.
• (Blinks) A
misfire in the engine’

s cylinders is detected. Stop in a safe place,
and wait for the engine to cool down.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has
normal braking ability, but no anti-lock function.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
There is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system, or the vehi\
cle is
fitted with the compact spare tire.
Light control*
There is a problem with the automatic lighting control system or low bea\
m
headlights.
Parking sensor system*
There is a problem with the system, or the sensor(s) are blocked.
Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)*
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, the cam\
era
is blocked or the radar is blocked.
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
There is a problem with the
vSA system.
Brake system
There is a problem with the brake system.
Electric Power Steering (EPS)
There is a problem with the
ePS system.
Auto High-Beam System*
There is a problem with the system, or the camera is blocked.
Starter system*
There is a problem with the starter system. If you cannot start the vehi\
cle,
press the brake pedal, then press and hold the
eNGINe ST

A
rT/SToP button
(see page 101) for 15 seconds.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the \
r

adar
sensor is blocked.
Canad a
U.S.
*if equipped
Canada
U.S.

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Monitors the tire pressure while you are driving.
If your vehicle’s tire pressure becomes significantly
low, the low tire pressure indicator comes on and a
message appears on the multi-information display*.
What to Do
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Check the tire
pressure and adjust the pressure to the specified
level on the label on the driver’s doorjamb.
*if equipped
TPMS CalibrationAny time you inflate, change, or rotate one or more of the tires, you \
need to
recalibrate the system. The calibration process requires approximately 3\
0 minutes
of cumulative driving at speeds between 30–60 mph (48–97 km/h). \
The vehicle
must be steopped to begin calibration, and the process finishes automa\
tically.
Using the TPMS button*
Press and hold the TPMS button near the steering
wheel. The TPMS indicator blinks twice, and
calibration begins.
Using the Settings menu*
Use the selector knob or the touchscreen to make and enter selections.
1.
Models with one display: Press the SeTTINGS
button. Select
vehicle Settings.
Models with touchscreen:

From the H
oMe
screen, select Settings. Select
vehicle.
2.
Select TPMS Calibration.
3.
Select Calibrate, and calibration begins.
Using the multi-information display*
Use the Info (p

/q) and S
eL/reSeT buttons on the steering wheel to make and
enter selections.
1.
Scroll to the vehicle Settings screen, and select it.
2.
Select TPMS Calibration.
3.
Select Calibrate, and calibration begins.
Emergency Engine Stop*
The eNGINe STArT/SToP button may be used to stop the engine due to an
emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, cho\
ose one of
the following operations:
•
Press and hold the eNGINe ST

A
rT/SToP button for
two seconds, or
•
Firmly press the eNGINe ST

A
rT/SToP button two
times.
The steering wheel will not lock. Because turning off the engine also di\
s

ables the
power assist the engine provides to the steering and braking systems, it\
will require
significantly more physical effort and time to steer and slow the vehi\
cle. Downshift
gears and use both feet on the brake pedal, if necessary, to slow the vehicle and
stop immediately in a safe place.
*if equipped
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious dama\
ge. The
bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle’s weight.
Improper towing such as towing behind a motorhome or other motor vehicle\
can
damage the transmission.
NOTICE
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
Flat bed equipment: The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a tru\
ck. This is
the best way to transport your vehicle.
Wheel lift equipment: The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under\
the front
tires and lift them off the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground.\
This is an
acceptable way to tow your vehicle. Do not press the button while driving unless it is absolutely necessary \
for the
engine to be switched off.
NOTICE

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place.
replace the flat tire with the compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tir\
e re

paired or
replaced.
Getting Ready to Change the Tire
Park the vehicle on a firm, level, non-slippery surface. Apply the par\
king brake,
shift to Park (P), and turn the vehicle off. Turn on the hazard warning lights.
1.
open the trunk floor lid.
2.
Take the tool case out of the trunk. T

ake the jack
and wheel nut wrench out of the tool case.
3.
Unscrew the wing bolt, then remove the spacer
cone.
remove the spare tire.
4.
Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up)
under the vehicle body, near the tire that needs
to be replaced.
5.
Loosen each wheel nut about one turn using the
wheel nut wrench.
Tool case
Spare tire
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation
U.S. models
each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly\

when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the \
vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure\

label.
(If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated \
on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine\
the
proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped
with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates
a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is
significantly underinflated.
Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should
stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the\

proper pressure.
Driving on a significantly underinflated tire causes the tire to ove\
rheat and
can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also reduces fuel efficienc\
y and tire
tread life, and may affect the vehicle’
s handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenanc\
e,
and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even
if underinflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of\
the
TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator
to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS
malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale.
When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This \
sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the \
malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be abl\
e
to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the
installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle \
that
prevent the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or altern\
ate
tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause it to overheat. A\
n overheated
tire can fail. Always inflate your tires to the specified pressure.
NOTICE

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Replacing the Flat Tire
1.
remove the wheel nuts and flat tire.
2.
Mount the compact spare tire. replace the
wheel nuts, and lightly tighten them.
3.
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

. Do not overtighten the
wheel nuts.
If you drive with the spare tire installed, the
low tire pressure/TPMS indicator appears. The
indicator stays on until a regular tire is installed.
Storing the Flat Tire 1.
remove the center cap.
2.
open the trunk. 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.
Spacer cone
Wing bolt
For
compact
spare tire For
full-size
tire
Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and can seriously i\
njure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.
WARNING
Setting Up the Jack
1.
Place the jack under the jacking point closest to
the tire to be changed.
2.
Turn the end bracket clockwise (as shown in
the image) until the top of the jack contacts the
jacking point. Make sure that the jacking point
tab is resting in the jack notch.
3.
raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar and
the jack handle, until the tire is off the ground.
Jacking points
Jacking point
Jack
handle
ba r Wheel nut
Wrench as jack handle
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone unde\
rneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire exactly, and never get under the
vehicle when it is supported only by the jack.
WARNING
The following instructions must be followed to use the jack safely:
•
Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the vehicle.
•
Use the jack provided in your vehicle. other jacks may not support the weight


(“load”) or fit the jacking point.
•
Do not use while the engine is running.
•
Use only where the ground is firm and level.
•
Use only at the jacking points.
•
Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.
•
Do not put anything on top of or underneath the jack.

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M
AINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
Tire Information
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and\
size, in good
condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
Inflation Guidelines
•
Properly inflated tires provide the best combination of handling, trea\
d life, and
comfort.
refer to the driver’

s doorjamb label or the specifications (see page
148) for the specified pressure.
•
Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy

,
and are more likely to fail from overheating.
•
overinflated tires make your vehicle ride harshly

, are more prone to road
hazards, and wear unevenly.
•
every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower\
than t

he
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
•
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This means the vehicle has been
parked for at least 3 hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If n\
ecessar

y, add
or release air until the specified pressure is reached, and then calib\
rate the
system (see page 121). If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as mu\
ch as
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.5 kgf/cm
2) higher than checked when cold.
•
At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the p\
ressure
in all tires, including the spare.
even tires in good condition can lose 1–2 ps

i
(10–20 kPa, 0.1–0.2 kgf/cm
2) per month.
Inspection Guidelines
every time you inflate the tires, check for the following:
•
Any damage to tires, including bumps, bulges, cuts, splits, or cracks in\
the side
or tread.
remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks. replace t

ires if
you see fabric or cord.
•
Uneven or excessive tread wear. Have a dealer check the wheel alignment.
•
Cracks or other damage around the valve stems.
Wear Indicators The groove where the wear indicator is located is
1/16 inch (1.6 mm) shallower than elsewhere on the
tire. If the tread has worn so low that the indicator is
exposed, replace the tire. Worn out tires have poor
traction on wet roads.
Example of a wear
indicator mark
Changing Wiper Blades
If the wiper blades leave streaks across the windshield, try cleaning th\
em first with a
paper towel or soft cloth and wiper fluid. If the wiper blade rubber h\
as deteriorated,
you should change the wiper blades.
1.
Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the
passenger side.
2.
Press and hold the tab, then slide the holder from
the wiper arm.
3.
Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by pulling
the tabbed end out.
4.
remove the retainers from the rubber blade that
has been removed, and mount to a new rubber
blade. Correctly align the rubber protrusion and the
retainer grooves.
5.
Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder from the
bottom end. The tab on the holder should fit in the
indent of the wiper blade.
6.
Slide the wiper holder onto the wiper arm, then
push down the lock tab.
7.
Lower the passenger side wiper arm first, then the
driver side.
end cap at
the bottom
Holder
Holder Cap
Tab
Blade
TopRetainer
Blade
Tab
Indent
Avoid dropping the wiper arm, as it may damage the windshield.
NOTICE

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AINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
Tire Service Life
The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving h\
abits, road
conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance,\
it is
recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires re\
ach
five years old. All tires, including the spare, should be removed from\
service after
10 years from the date of manufacture, regardless of their condition or \
state of
wear.
Winter TiresIf driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season tires marked “M\
+S”, snow
tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient distance \
between
vehicles when driving. For winter tires, select the size and load ranges\
that are the
same as the original tires, and mount them to all four wheels.
Tire ChainsInstall tire chains on the front tires only. Because your vehicle has limited tire
clearance, we strongly recommend using the following chains:
For 205/65R16 tires:
Cable-type: SCC
radial Chain SC1034
For 215/55R17 tires:


Cable-type: SCC
radial Chain SC1036
For 235/40R19 tires:


Cable-type: SCC
radial Chain SC1040
Mount chains as tightly as you can, and make sure that they do not touch\
the
brake lines or suspension.
T

raction devices that are the wrong size or improperly installed can dama\
ge your
vehicle’s brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are hitting
any part of the vehicle.
NOTICE
Using the wrong chains, or not properly installing chains, can damage th\
e
brake lines and cause a crash in which you can be seriously injured or k\
illed.
Follow all instructions in this guide regarding the selection and use of\
tire
chains.
WARNING
Tire and Loading Information LabelThe label attached to the driver’s doorjamb provides necessary tire and
loading information. Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can cause\

a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this owner’s manual regarding tire inflation
and maintenance
.
WARNING
Tire and Wheel Replacement
replace your tires with radials of the same size, load range, speed ratin\

g, and
maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire’s sidewall). Using tires
of a different size or construction can cause certain vehicle systems to\
work
incorrectly. It is best to replace all four tires at the same time. If that isn’\
t possible,
replace the front or rear tires in pairs.
If you change or replace a wheel, make sure that the wheel’s specifications match
those of the original wheels.
only use TPMS-specified wheels approved f

or your
vehicle.
Original
tire sizes Number of
people your
vehicle can
carry Proper cold
tire pressure
Total weight
your vehicle
can carry
(do not exceed)
Installing improper tires on your vehicle can affect handling and stabil\
ity.
This can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Always use the size and type of tires recommended in the
owner’

s Manual.
WARNING

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AINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
DOT Tire Quality Grading
The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety requirements. All tires are
also graded for treadwear, traction, and temperature performance according
to Department of T
ransportation (D
oT) standards. The following explains these
gradings.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall betwee\
n tread
shoulder and maximum section width.
For example:
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety
requirements in addit

ion
to these grades.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of th\
e tire
when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test\
course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) tim\
es as well
on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance \
of
tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart
significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, servi\
ce practices,
and differences in road characteristics and climate.
TractionThe traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those \
grades
represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concre\
te. A tire
marked C may have poor traction performance.
WARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead
braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hy\
droplaning,
or peak traction characteristics.
Tire Labeling
The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those you\

should be aware of are described below.
Here is an example of what each marking means:
P215/55R17 94V
•
P: vehicle type (passenger vehicle)
•
215: tire width in millimeters
•
55: aspect ratio (tire section height as a
percentage of its width)
•
r: tire construction code (radial)
•
17: rim diameter in inches
•
94: load index (code indicating maximum load
tire can carry)
•
v: speed symbol (code indicating maximum speed rating)
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
The tire identification number
(TIN) is a group of numbers
and letters that look like the
example below. TIN is located
on the sidewall of the tire.
Glossary of Tire TerminologyCold Tire Pressure – The tire air pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km).
Load
rating – The maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given
inflation pressure.
Maximum Inflation Pressure – The maximum tire air pressure that the\
tire
can hold.
Maximum Load
rating – The load rating for a tire at the maximum
permissible inflation pressure for that tire.
recommended Inflation Pressure – The cold tire inflation pressure \
recommended by the manufacturer

.
Treadwear Indicators (TWI) – The projections within the principal gr\
ooves
designed to give a visual indication of the degrees of wear of the tread\
.
Tire size
Tire
identication
number (TIN)
Maximum
tire load
Maximu m
tire pressure
Tire siz e
DOT B97R FW6X 2209
DOT: This indicates that the tire meets all
requirements of the U.S. Department of
Transportation.
B97R: Manufacturer’s identication mark
FW6X: Tire type code
22 09: Date of Transportation

Year
Week

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AINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
Testing of Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has readiness codes as part of the onboard self-diagnostic s\
ystem.
Some states use these codes for testing to verify whether your vehicle’\
s emissions
components are working properly. The codes may not be read if you go through the
testing just after the battery has gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, turn the vehicle on without starting the engine\
. The
malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it goes \
off, the
readiness codes are set. If it blinks five times, the readiness codes \
are not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle tested before the readiness cod\
es are set,
prepare the vehicle for retesting by doing the following:
1.
Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2.
Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.
3.
Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°\
C and 35°C).
4.
Start the engine without touching the accelerator pedal, and let it idle\
for 20
seconds.
5.
Keep the vehicle in Park (P) or Neutral for manual transmission. Incre\
ase the
engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there for about 3 minutes.
6.
Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
7.
Select a nearby, lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed
of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the \
highw

ay
with the vehicle in Drive (D) or 5th gear. Do not use cruise control. When traffic
allows, drive for 90 seconds without using the accelerator pedal. (
vehicle speed
may vary slightly; this is
oK.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds


because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then rep\
eat two more
times (for a total of 90 seconds).
8.
Drive in city or suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffi\
c conditions
allow

, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator
pedal or the brake pedal.
9.
Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set\
again
only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, y\
ou may be
requested to return at a later date to complete the test, or see your de\
aler

.
TemperatureThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the\
tire’s
resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat w\
hen tested
under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test whee\
l. Sustained
high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and re\
duce
tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. Th\
e grade
C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must
meet under the Federal Motor
vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and
A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel th\
an the
minimum required by law.
W

ARNING: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that
is properly inflated and not overloaded.
excessive speed, underinflation, or
excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat b\
uildup
and possible tire failure.