stop start HONDA ACCORD HYBRID 2005 CL7 / 7.G User Guide

This indicator blinks af ter the auto
idle stop system stops the engine.
While the indicator is blinking, you
can restart the engine with the
ignition switch when the shif t lever
is in N, not D.A beeper sounds if you open the
driver’s door when the auto idle stop
system is activated. Af ter you open
the door during the auto idle stop
and the engine starts, the beeper
also sounds even when the auto idle
stop system is of f . Close the door to
turn the beeper of f .
Automatic Transmission
A uto Idle Stop Indicator
174
AUTO IDLE STOP INDICATOR
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Push the TCS Off switch to turn the
TCS off. Push the switch again to
turn the TCS on. The TCS does not
turn off while the TCS activation
indicator is blinking.
TheTCSturnsoneachtimeyou
start the engine.When you turn the ignition switch to
the ON(II) position, this indicator
comes on f or a f ew seconds and then
goes off.
This indicator stays on;
When the TCS is off.
When there is something wrong
with the TCS.
This indicator blinks while the TCS
is working to prevent wheelspin. If this indicator comes on while you
are driving, stop your vehicle in a
safe place, turn the engine off and
restart it. If the indicator stays on, or
comes on again while you are driving,
contact your dealer to have the
vehicle serviced. The TCS does not
work when the indicator is on. The
vehicle is drivable even when the
indicator is on.
Occasionally, the indicator comes on
momentarily even when there is
nothing wrong with the TCS.
Traction Control System
T CS Of f Switch
T CS A ctivation IndicatorT CS Indicator
180
TCS OFF SWITCH
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Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the f irst stop. Af ter the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.
Start the engine and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum (climate control to
FULL AUTO at 90°F/32°C). Add
coolant to the radiator up to the
base of the f iller neck. If you do
not have the proper coolant
mixture available, you can add
plain water. Remember to have
the cooling system drained and
ref illed with the proper mixture as
soon as you can.Put the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see
on page ).
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
If you do not f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant
if the level is below the MIN mark.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the pointer
reaches the middle of the tempera-
ture gauge, or lower, bef ore check-
ing the radiator.
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Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
245
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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Start the engine and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
outwithin10seconds,turnoff the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(seeon page
).
This indicator should never come on
when the engine is running. If it
starts flashing or stays on, the oil
pressure has dropped very low or
lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible and you should
take immediate action. If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ). Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers. Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning indicators.
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2.
3. 4.
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Emergency T owing
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
246
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.
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CONT INUED
BatteryCharging System ...........................
Indicator .54, 247
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Jump Starting .242
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Maintenance .225
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Specif ications .260
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Bef ore Driving .151
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Belts, Seat .10
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 177
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Break-in, New Linings . 152
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Bulb Replacement .214
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Fluid .209
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Parking .93
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System Indicator .54
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Wear Indicators .176
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Braking System .176
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Break-in, New Car .152
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 74
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Brights, Headlights .72 Bulb Replacement
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Brake Lights .214
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Front Parking Lights . 213
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Headlights .210
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High-mount Brake Light . 215
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Specif ications .260
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Turn Signal Lights . 213
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Bulbs, Halogen .210
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Capacities Chart .260
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 49
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Carrying Cargo .160
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Changer .120
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CD Player .119, 120
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Certif ication Label .258
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Chains .224
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Changing a Flat Tire .237
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .203
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When to .194, 195
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Charge/Assist Gauge .68
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Accessories .158
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .79
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Accessory Power Socket . 97
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Additives, Engine Oil . 201
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Airbag (SRS) .11
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Airbag System Components . 23
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Air Conditioning .103
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Usage .105
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Air Intake .163
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Air Pressure, Tires .220
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Air Vent in the Trunk . 163
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .55, 177
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Operation .177
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Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 76
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Armrest .85
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Audio System .112
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Auto Idle Stop .173
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Auto Idle Stop Indicator . 174
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Automatic Speed Control . 142
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Automatic Transmission . 168
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Capacity, Fluid .260
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Shif ting .168 .
Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 168
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Shif t Lever Positions . 168
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Shif t Lock Release . 171
Index
A
B
C
INDEX
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