HONDA ACCORD HYBRID 2015 9.G Owners Manual

uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
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10. Unplug the power plug from the accessory
power socket.
11. Unscrew the sealant/air hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
12. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns 0 psi (0 kPa).
13. Apply the repair notifi cation label to the
flat surface of the wheel.
u The wheel surface must be clean to
ensure the label adheres properly.
1Injecting Sealant and Air
See a dealer for a repla cement sealant bottle and
proper disposal of an empty bottle.
Sealant/Air Hose
Valve Stem
Repair Notification Label

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1. Apply the speed restriction label to the
location as shown.
2. Drive the vehicle for about 10 minutes.
u Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
3. Stop the vehicle in a safe place.
4. Attach the air only hose onto the tire valve
stem. Screw it until it is tight.
5. Turn the selector switch to AIR ONLY.
u Do not turn the air compressor on to
check the pressure.
2 Inflating An Under-inflated Tire P. 523
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Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
1Distributing the Sealant in the Tire
Stop and recheck the air pressure after every 10
minutes of driving as necessary until you reach the
nearest service station wh ere you are able to have the
tire permanently re paired or replaced.
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WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engi ne to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.
Speed Restriction Label
Air Only Hose

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6. If the air pressure is:
• Less than 19 psi (130 kPa):
Do not add air or continue driving. The leak is too severe. Call for help and
have your vehicle towed.
2 Emergency Towing P. 541•Front: 33 psi (230 kPa)/rear: 33 psi (225 kPa) or more:
Continue driving for another 10 minutes or until you reach the nearest service
station. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
u If the air does not go down after the 10 minute driving, you do not need to
check the pressure any more.
• Greater than 19 psi (130 kPa), but less than front: 33 psi (230 kPa)/rear: 33 psi
(225 kPa):
Turn the air compressor on to inflate the tire until the tire pressure reaches front:
33 psi (230 kPa)/rear: 33 psi (225 kPa).
Then drive carefully for 10 more minutes or until you reach the nearest service
station. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
u You should repeat this procedure as long as the air pressure is within this
range.
7. Press the pressure relief button until the gauge returns to 0 psi (0 kPa).
8. Repackage and properly stow the kit.

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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uTemporarily Repairing a Flat Tire
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You can use the kit to inflate a non-punctured under-inflated tire.
1.Open the trunk floor lid.
2 Getting Ready to Temporarily Repair
the Flat Tire P. 517
2.Remove the kit from the case.
u Place the kit on flat ground near the tire
to be inflated, away from traffic.
3. Place the kit, face up, on flat ground near
the flat tire, away from traffic. Do not
place the kit on its side.
4. Remove the air only hose from the kit.
5. Remove the valve cap.
6. Attach the air only hose onto the tire valve
stem. Screw it until it is tight.
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Inflating An Under-inflated Tire
1Inflating An Under-inflated TireNOTICEDo not operate the temporary tire repair kit
compressor for more than 15 minutes. The accessory
power socket and compressor can overheat and
become permanently damaged.
Air Only Hose
Valve CapValve StemAir Only Hose

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7. Plug in the kit to the accessory power
socket.
u Be careful not to pinch the cord in a
door or window.
8. Turn the power system on.
u Keep the power system on while
injecting sealant and air.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas P. 70
9.Turn the selector switch to AIR ONLY.
10. Press the inflator switch to turn on the kit.
u The compressor starts to inject air into
the tire.
11. Inflate the tire to the specified air pressure.
12. Turn off the kit.
u Check the pressure gauge on the air
compressor.
u If overinflated, press the pressure relief
button.
13. Unplug the kit from the accessory power
socket.
14. Unscrew the air only hose from the tire
valve stem. Reinstall the valve cap.
15. Press the pressure relief button until the
gauge returns 0 psi (0 kPa).
16. Repackage and properly stow the kit.
1Inflating An Under-inflated Tire
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WARNING
Running the engine with the vehicle in an
enclosed or even partly enclosed area can
cause a rapid build-up of toxic carbon
monoxide.
Breathing this colorless, odorless gas can
cause unconsciousness and even death.
Only run the engi ne to power the air
compressor with the vehicle outdoors.
AIR ONLY
side
ON
Pressure Relief Button

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Power System Won’t StartChecking the ProcedureWhen the READY indicator does not come on and the Ready to Drive message
does not appear on the multi-information display, check the following items and
take appropriate action.
Checklist
Condition
What to Do
Check if the related
indicator or multi-
information display
messages come on.
The Temperature is Too Cold For Vehicle To Operate
message appears.
2 Multi-Information Display Warning and
Information Messages P. 86
The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears.
u Make sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 POWER Button Operating Range P. 137
2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
P. 526
The POWER SYSTEM indicator comes on.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
Check the brightness
of the interior lights. The interior lights are dim or do not come
on at all. Have the 12-volt battery checked by a dealer.
The interior lights come on normally. Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by
a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 540
Check the shift lever
position.
The shift lever is not in
(P
or
(N
.
Move the shift lever to the
(P
position.
Check the
immobilizer system
indicator. When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the power
system cannot be turned on.
2
Immobilizer System Indicator P. 82
1Checking the Procedure
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 528

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uuPower System Won’t Start uIf the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
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If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is WeakIf the beeper sounds, the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears on the multi-information display, and the indicator on the POWER button
flashes, the READY indicator does not come on.
Turn on the power system as follows. 1.Touch the center of the POWER button
with the H logo on the smart entry remote
while the indicator on the POWER button is
flashing. The buttons on the smart entry
remote should be facing you.
u The indicator flashes for about 30
seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal and press the
POWER button within 10 seconds after the
beeper sounds and the indicator stays on.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.

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Emergency Power System OffThe POWER button may be used to turn the power system off due to an emergency
situation even while driving. If you must turn the power system off, do either of the
following operations:
• Press and hold the POWER button for about two seconds.
• Firmly press the POWER button twice.
The steering wheel will not lock. However, because turning off the power system
disables the power assist the power system provides to the steering and braking
systems, it will require significantly more physical effort and time to steer and slow
the vehicle. Use both feet on the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle and stop
immediately in a safe place.
The power mode is in ACCESSORY when the power system is off.
To change the mode to VEHICLE OFF, move the shift lever to
(P
after the vehicle
comes to a complete stop.
Then press the POWER button twice without depressing the brake pedal.
1Emergency Power System Off
Do not press the button while driving unless it is
absolutely necessary for the power system to be
turned off.
U.S. modelsCanadian models

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Jump StartingTurn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the power
system, then open the hood.1.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle's 12-volt battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15-
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the engine mounting bolt
as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable
to any other part.
5. If your vehicle is c onnected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle's engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your vehicle's engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
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Jump Starting Procedure
1Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the engine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
12-volt battery performance degrades in cold
conditions and may prevent the engine from starting.
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WARNING
A 12-volt battery can explode if you do not
follow the correct procedure, seriously
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the 12-volt battery.
Booster Battery

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Once your vehicle's engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following
order.
1.Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's 12-volt battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.■
What to Do After the Engine Starts