low oil pressure HONDA ACCORD HYBRID 2015 9.G Owners Manual

19Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel
(P 73)
CanadaU.S.
Low Fuel Indicator
Anti-lock Brake
System ( ABS)
Indicator
Parking Brake
and Brake System
Indicator (Red)
Canada U.S.
READY Indicator
System Indicators
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
12-Volt Battery
Charging System
Indicator
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA ®) System
Indicator
VSA ® OFF Indicator
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
Electric Power
Steering (EPS) System
Indicator
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
EV Indicator
POWER
/CHARGE
Gauge Speedometer
Fuel Gauge
Security System
Alarm Indicator
Shift Lever Position
Indicator
Gauges
(P 95)
/Multi-Information Display
(P 97)
/System Indicators
(P 74)Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
System Indicators
High Voltage Battery
Charge Level Gauge
POWER SYSTEM
IndicatorSmart Entry System
Indicator
System Message
Indicator
ECON mode
Indicator
Forward Collision
Warning (
FCW
) Indicator
*
Lane Departure Warning
(LDW
) Indicator
*
Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
Supplemental
Restraint System
IndicatorEV Mode Indicator
System Indicators
Multi-Information Display
* Not available on all models

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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you set the power mode to ON,
then goes off.●Comes on when the engine oil
pressure is low.
●Comes on while driving - Immediately
stop in a safe place.
2 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Comes On P. 534
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
●Comes on when you set the power
mode to ON, and goes off either
when the power system is on or
after several seconds if the vehicle
did not start. If “readiness codes”
have not been set, it blinks five
times before it goes off.●Comes on if there is a problem
with the emissions control system.●Blinks when a misfire in the
engine's cylinders is detected.
●Readiness codes are part of the on board
diagnostics for the emissions control
systems.
2Testing of Readiness Codes P. 549
●Comes on while driving - Have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.●Blinks while driving - Stop in a safe
place where there are no flammable
objects. Stop the power system for 10
minutes or more, and wait for the engine
to cool down. Then, take the vehicle to a
dealer.
2 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Comes On or Blinks P. 535
12-Volt Battery
Charging System
Indicator
●Comes on when you set the power
mode to ON, and goes off when
the power system is on.●Comes on when the 12-volt
battery is not charging.
●Comes on while driving - Turn off the
climate control system and rear defogger
in order to reduce electricity
consumption.
2 If the 12-Volt Battery Charging
System Indicator Comes On P. 534

465Driving
Fuel EconomyImproving Fuel EconomyFuel economy depends on several conditions, including driving conditions, your
driving habits, the condition of your vehicle, and loading. Depending on these and
other conditions, you may or may not achieve the rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the
multi-information display.
• Use the recommended viscosity engine oil, displaying the API Certification Seal.
• Maintain the specified tire pressure.
• Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo.
• Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle's underside
adds weight and increases wind resistance.■
Maintenance and Fuel Economy
1Improving Fuel Economy
Direct calculation is the recommended method to
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.
In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are
established following a simulated test. For more
information on how this test is performed, please visit
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
Miles driven Gallons of
fuel Miles per
Gallon
100 Liter Kilometers L per 100 km

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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
6. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
7. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the oil gasket.
8. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
9. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
3.9 US qt (3.7 L)
10. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
11. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
12. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
Oil Filter

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
If a Tire Goes Flat
Temporarily Repairing a Flat Tire....... 516
Power System Won’t Start Checking the Procedure ................... 525If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 526Emergency Power System Off........... 527
Jump Starting .................................... 528
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 530Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 531
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 534If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 534
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 535If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ........................... ....... 536
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On............................ 536If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ....................... 537
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 538
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 540
Emergency Towing ........................... 541

534Handling 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. Turn the power system off and let the engine sit for about three
minute.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
3. Turn the power system on 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: Turn the power
off and contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the 12-vo lt battery is not being charged.■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the 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.

560Index
Doors......................................................... 116
Auto Door Locking .................................. 125
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 125
Door and Trunk Open Message ................. 37
Keys ........................................................ 116
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 122
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ............................................ 118
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 121
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 500
Driving ....................................................... 413
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 431
Braking .................................................... 456
Cruise Control ......................................... 428
Shifting.................................................... 424
Transmission ............................................ 423
Turning on the Power .............................. 420
Driving Position Memory System ............. 147
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 508EEco Assist System........................................ 16
Eco Drive Display ........................................ 17
ECON Button ............................................. 426
Elapsed Time ............................................... 99
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 79, 536
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 447Emergency
................................................ 541
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 129
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 549
Engine ....................................................... 546
Coolant ................................................... 482
Jump Starting .......................................... 528
Oil ........................................................... 477
Engine Coolant
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 483
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 482
Overheating ............................................ 531
Engine Oil ................................................. 477
Adding .................................................... 479
Checking................................................. 478
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 471
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 76, 534
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 477
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 79, 536
EV Button .................................................... 13
EV Indicator ................................................ 75
EV Mode Indicator ..................................... 75
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................................. 70
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 151
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 511
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 151
FFeatures.................................................... 173 Filters
Dust and Pollen....................................... 508
Oil .......................................................... 480
Flat Tire ..................................................... 516
Floor Mats ................................................ 510
Fluids Brake ...................................................... 486
Engine Coolant ....................................... 482
Inverter Coolant ...................................... 484
Transmission ........................................... 485
Windshield Washer ................................. 487
Foot Brake ................................................ 457
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .......... 439
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
Front Seats ................................................ 152
Adjusting ................................................ 152
Fuel ..................................................... 27, 463
Economy................................................. 465
Gauge ...................................................... 95
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 100
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 78
Range ....................................................... 99
Recommendation.................................... 463
Refueling ................................................ 463
Fuel Economy ........................................... 465
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 27, 464
Message ................................................. 535
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 27, 464
Fuses ......................................................... 538
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 540
Locations ........................................ 538, 539

561Index
GGasoline (Fuel)Economy................................................. 465
Gauge ...................................................... 95
Information............................................. 463
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 100
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 78
Refueling ................................................ 463
Gauges ........................................................ 95
Glass (care) ............................................... 512
Glove Box ................................................. 161HHalogen Bulbs .......................................... 488
Handling the Unexpected ....................... 515
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ...................... 337, 374
Auto Answer .................................. 353, 389
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History ................................... 355, 391
Automatic Transferring ................... 353, 389
Displaying Messages ....................... 369, 408
Editing User Name .................................. 388
HFL Buttons .................................... 337, 374
HFL Menus...................................... 340, 376
HFL Status Display ........................... 339, 375
Limitations for Manual Operation.... 339, 375
Making a Call ................................. 359, 400
Options During a Call...................... 366, 405
Phone Setup ................................... 345, 380
Phonebook Phonetic Modification........... 395 Receiving a Call ............................... 365, 404
Receiving a Text/E-Mail Message ...... 367, 406
Ring Tone ........................................ 354, 390
Selecting a Mail Account ................. 368, 407
Speed Dial ....................................... 356, 392
To Create a Security PIN .................. 352, 387
To Set Up a Text/E-Mail Message
Options ......................................... 350, 385
Use Contact Photo .......................... 354, 390
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Audio .................. 261
Hazard Warning Button ............................... 4
Head Restraints ......................................... 155
Headlights ................................................. 140
Aiming .................................................... 488
Automatic Operation ............................... 141
Dimming ......................................... 140, 143
Operating ................................................ 140
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 167, 168
High Beam Indicator .................................. 81
High Voltage Battery ............................... 455
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 422
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 335
Hybrid Vehicle SPORT HYBRID i-MMD (intelligent Multi Mode Drive)....................................................... 10
IIdentification Numbers Engine and Motor ................................... 546
Vehicle Identification ............................... 546 Illumination Control
Knob ....................................................... 145
Immobilizer System .................................. 130
Indicator.................................................... 82
Indicators .................................................... 74
12-Volt Battery Charging System ....... 76, 534
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)..................... 78
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 74
Brake System (Red) .................................... 74
ECON Mode ...................................... 85, 426
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................ 79, 536
EV ............................................................. 75
EV Mode ................................................... 75
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .............. 83
High Beam ................................................ 81
Immobilizer System ................................... 82
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................. 84
Lights On .................................................. 81
Low Fuel ................................................... 78
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 76, 534
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 80, 451, 453
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 76, 535
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 74, 536
POWER SYSTEM ........................................ 75
READY ...................................................... 75
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 39, 77
Security System Alarm ............................... 82
Shift Lever Position .................................... 77
Smart Entry System ................................... 85
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 55, 78

562Index
System Message ........................................ 81
Transmission .............................................. 77
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ............... 81
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System ............................................. 79, 447
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 79, 448
Information ............................................... 543
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 100
Instrument Panel ........................................ 73
Brightness Control ................................... 145
Interface Dial ............................................ 234
Interior Lights ........................................... 159
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 150
Inverter Coolant ........................................ 484JJump Starting............................................ 528KKey Number Tag ....................................... 117
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 121
Keys ........................................................... 116
Lockout Prevention .................................. 121
Number Tag ............................................ 117
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 124
Remote Transmitter ................................. 118
Types and Functions ................................ 116
Valet Key ................................................. 128
Kickdown (Transmission) .......................... 423
LLane Departure Warning (LDW) ............. 443
LaneWatch
TM............................................. 449
Language (HFL) ................................ 339, 375
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 63
Lights ................................................. 140, 488
Automatic ............................................... 141
Bulb Replacement ................................... 488
Daytime Running Lights........................... 143
High Beam Indicator .................................. 81
Interior .................................................... 159
Light Switches ......................................... 140
Lights On Indicator .................................... 81
Turn Signals ............................................ 140
Load Limits ................................................ 417
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 116
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 125
Childproof Door Locks............................. 124
From Inside ............................................. 122
From Outside .......................................... 118
Keys ........................................................ 116
Using a Key ............................................. 121
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 121
Low Battery Charge (12-Volt) .................. 534
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 78
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 76, 534
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................. 117
Lower Anchors ............................................ 63
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 417
MMaintenance............................................ 467
12-Volt Battery ....................................... 506
Brake Fluid .............................................. 486
Cleaning ................................................. 509
Climate Control System .......................... 508
Coolant .......................................... 482, 484
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 471
Oil .......................................................... 478
Precautions ............................................. 468
Radiator .................................................. 483
Remote Transmitter ................................ 507
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 488
Safety ..................................................... 469
Service Items ........................................... 473
Tires........................................................ 497
Transmission Fluid ................................... 485
Under the Hood ...................................... 475
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 76, 535
Map Lights ................................................ 160
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 417
Meters, Gauges .......................................... 95
Mirrors ...................................................... 150
Adjusting ................................................ 150
Door ....................................................... 151
Exterior ................................................... 151
Interior Rearview ..................................... 150
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 466
Moonroof ................................................. 136
Motor Number ......................................... 546
MP3 ................... 188, 196, 219, 229, 258, 282

563Index
Multi-Information Display......................... 97
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 461NNumbers (Identification)......................... 546OOdometer................................................... 99
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 477
Adding ................................................... 479
Checking ................................................ 478
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 471
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 76, 534
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 477
Viscosity.................................................. 477
Opening/Closing Hood ...................................................... 476
Moonroof ............................................... 136
Power Windows...................................... 133
Trunk ...................................................... 126
Outside Temperature Display ................. 100
Overheating ............................................. 531PPandora®.................................. 195, 227, 280
Panic Mode ............................................... 132
Parking ..................................................... 460
Parking Brake ........................................... 456 Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator ............................................ 74, 536
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 56
Passing Indicators ..................................... 140
POWER Button .......................................... 137
Power System Turning on .............................................. 420
POWER SYSTEM Indicator .......................... 75
Power Windows ........................................ 133
POWER/CHARGE Gauge ............................. 96
Precautions While Driving ....................... 423
Rain ......................................................... 423
Pregnant Women ....................................... 43
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 516
RRadiator.................................................... 483
Radio (AM/FM) .......................... 186, 212, 251
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ............................. 216, 255
Radio Data System (RDS) .......... 187, 214, 253
Range .......................................................... 99
RDS (Radio Data System) .......... 187, 214, 253
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 549
READY Indicator ......................................... 75
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 146
Rear Seat Heaters ..................................... 168
Rearview Camera ...................................... 462
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 150 Refueling
.................................................. 463
Fuel Gauge................................................ 95
Gasoline .......................................... 463, 544
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 78
Regulations ............................... 453, 500, 547
Remote Transmitter ................................. 118
Replacement Battery .................................................... 507
Bulbs ....................................................... 488
Fuses ............................................... 538, 539
Tires ........................................................ 503
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 495
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 548
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 99
SSafe Driving................................................ 33
Safety Check ............................................... 37
Safety Labels ............................................... 71
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts .................................................... 38
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 42
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 40
Checking................................................... 44
Fastening .................................................. 41
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 65
Pregnant Women ...................................... 43
Reminder .................................................. 39
Warning Indicator ............................... 39, 77