trailer HONDA ACCORD HYBRID 2005 CL7 / 7.G User Guide

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than normal. The trailer tracks a
smaller arc than your vehicle, and it
canhitorrunoversomethingthe
vehicle misses. Allow more time and
distance f or braking. Do not brake or
turn suddenly as this could cause the
trailer to jackknif e or turn over.
When climbing hills, closely watch
your temperature gauge. If it nears
the red (hot) mark, turn the air
conditioning of f , reduce speed and, if
necessary, pull to the side of the
road to let the engine cool.
If the automatic transmission shif ts
f requently while going up a hill, shif t
to D .If you must stop when f acing uphill,
use the f oot brake or parking brake.
Do not try to hold the vehicle in
placebypressingontheaccelerator,
as this can cause the automatic
transmission to overheat.
When driving down hills, reduce
your speed, and shif t down to 2nd
gear. Do not ‘‘ride’’ the brakes, and
remember, it will take longer to slow
downandstopwhentowingatrailer.
Crosswinds and air turbulence
caused by passing trucks can disrupt
your steering and cause trailer
swaying. When being passed by a
large vehicle, keep a constant speed,
and steer straight ahead. Do not try
to make quick steering or braking
corrections.Always drive slowly and have
someone guide you when backing up.
Grip the of the steering
wheel; then turn the wheel to the lef t
to get the trailer to move to the lef t,
andturnthewheelrighttomovethe
trailer to the right.
Follow all normal precautions when
parking, including f irmly setting the
parking brake and putting the
transmission in Park. Also, place
wheel chocks at each of the trailer’s
tires.
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Towing a Trailer
Making T urns and Braking
Driving on Hills Handling Crosswinds and Buf f et ingBacking Up
Parking
Driving
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Follow the
Maintenance Schedule f or Severe
Conditions if you drive your vehicle
MAINLY under one or more of the
f ollowing conditions.
Driving less than 5 miles (8 km)
per trip or, in f reezing
temperatures, driving less than 10
miles (16 km) per trip.
Driving in extremely hot [over
90°F (32°C)] conditions.
Used primarily as a delivery
vehicle or taxi that is driven
mostly in stop-and-go traf f ic and/
or parked with the engine idling. Trailer towing, driving with a
loaded roof top carrier, or driving
in mountainous conditions.
Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-
iced roads.
The maintenance schedule assumes
you will use your vehicle as normal
transportation for passengers and
their possessions. You should also
f ollow these recommendations:
Service your vehicle according to the
time and mileage periods on one of
the Maintenance Schedules on the
f ollowing pages.
Avoid exceeding your vehicle’s
load limit. This puts excess stress
on the engine, brakes, and many
other vehicle parts. The load limit
is shown on the tire inf ormation
label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Operate your vehicle on
reasonable roads within the legal
speed limit.
Drive your vehicle regularly over a
distance of several miles
(kilometers).
Always use unleaded gasoline with
theproperoctanerating(seepage ). Follow the
Maintenance Schedule f or Severe
Conditions.
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Maintenance Schedule
Which Schedule to Follow
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
Maint enance
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If you only OCCASIONALLY drive
under a ‘‘severe’’ condition, you
should f ollow the Normal Conditions
Maintenance Schedule.
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To thoroughly f lush the transmission,
the technician should drain and ref ill
it with Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid), then drive the
vehicle f or a short distance. Do this
three times. Then drain and ref ill the
transmission a f inal time.
Insert the dipstick all the way back
into the transmission.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.
If you are not sure how to add f luid,
contact your dealer. The f luid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If the level is at or
below the MIN mark, your brake
system needs attention. Have the
brake system inspected f or leaks or
worn brake pads.The timing belt should be replaced
at the intervals shown in the
maintenance schedule. Replace the
belt at 60,000 miles (100,000 km) if
you regularly drive your vehicle in
one or more of these conditions:
In very high temperatures
(over 110°F, 43°C).
In very low temperatures
(under 20°F, 29°C).
Frequently tow a trailer.
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T ransmission Fluid, Brake Fluid, T iming Belt
Timing Belt
Brake Fluid
Maint enance
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MAX
MIN
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Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
trunk or pull a trailer, readjustment
may be required. Adjustments
should be perf ormed by your dealer
or other qualif ied mechanic.Your vehicle has two bulbs on each
side, f our in total. Make sure you are
replacing the bulb that is burned out.
Your vehicle uses halogen headlight
bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle
it by its plastic case and protect the
glass from contact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass,
clean it with denatured alcohol and a
clean cloth.
Headlight A iming Replacing a Headlight Bulb
Lights
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Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot
when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
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Check the inf lation pressure of the
compact spare tire every time you
check the other tires. It should be
inf lated to:
Follow these precautions:Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
This tire gives a harsher ride and
less traction on some road sur-
f aces. Use greater caution while
driving. Do not mount snow chains on the
compact spare tire.
Do not use the compact spare tire
if you are towing a trailer.
Replace the tire when you can see
the tread wear indicator bars. The
replacement should be the same size
and design tire, mounted on the
same wheel. The spare tire is not
designed to be mounted on a regular
wheel, and the spare wheel is not
designed f or mounting a regular tire.
Use the compact spare tire as a
temporary replacement only. Get
your regular tire repaired or replaced,
and put it back on your vehicle as
soon as you can.
Do not use your compact spare
tire on another vehicle unless it is
thesamemakeandmodel.
Turn off the TCS (see page ).
Driving with the compact spare
tire installed may activate the TCS.180
Compact Spare Tire (Canadian Model)
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INDICATOR LOCATION MARK
TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm)
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CONT INUED
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Tether Anchorage Points .44
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Three Way Catalytic Converter .284
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Time, Setting the .140
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Timing Belt .209
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Tire Chains .224
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Tire, How to Change a Flat .237
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Tire Labeling .264
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Tires .219
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Air Pressure .220
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Checking Wear .221
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Compact Spare .236
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .262
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Inf lation .219
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Inspection .221
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Replacing .222
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Rotating .222
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Snow .223
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Specif ications .261
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Tools, Tire Changing .237
Towing
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A Trailer .182
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Emergency Wrecker .250
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Traction Control System .179
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TCS Activation Indicator .56,180
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TCS Indicator .56,180
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TCS Of f Switch .180 Transmission
Checking Fluid Level, ..............................
Automatic .208
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Fluid Selection .200
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Identif ication Number .258
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Shif ting the Automatic . 168
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Treadwear .262
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Trip Meter .65
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Trunk .84
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Emergency Opener .85
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Opening the .84
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Open Monitor Light . 56
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Turn Signals .72
Unexpected, Taking Care ..........................................
of the .229
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 262
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Unleaded Gasoline .152
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Upholstery Cleaning .216
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 204
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Vanity Mirror .94 .................
Vehicle Capacity Load . 161
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Vehicle Dimensions .260
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Vehicle Identif ication Number . 262
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Vehicle Storage .226
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VIN .258
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Viscosity, Oil .202
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WARNING, Explanation of . ii
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Warning Labels, Location of . 50
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Warranty Coverages .273
Washer, Windshield ........
Checking the Fluid Level . 205
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Operation .71
Wheels ...............
Adjusting the Steering . 76
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Alignment and Balance . 221
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Compact Spare .236
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Wrench .238
Windows ..................
Operating the Power . 90
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Rear, Def ogger .75
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