flat tire HONDA ACCORD HYBRID 2019 Owner's Manual

663Handling the Unexpected This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 664
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 665
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 671
If the Remote Battery is Weak ....... 672
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 673
Jump Starting .................................... 674
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 677
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 679 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ... 681
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 681
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 682
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 683
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On.... 684
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ....................... 685 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 686
If the Transmission I ndicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message ............ 687
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 688
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 692
Emergency Towing ........................... 693
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill
Door ................................................. 694
When You Cannot Open the Trunk ... 695
Refueling ........................................... 697

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If a Tire Goes FlatChanging 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 plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, and non-slippery surface, and apply the parking
brake.
2. Put the transmission into ( P
.
2. Move the shift lever to ( R
.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights and set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF. 1 Changing a Flat Tire
Follow these compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm 2
)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
NOTICE
Do not use the jack if it doesn’t work properly.
Call your dealer or a pr ofessional towing service.
Do not mount the compact spare on the front.
If either front tire goes flat, remove the rear tire on
the same side, and mount the compact spare on the
rear and the rear tire on the front.Automatic transmission/Continuousl y variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
All models

666 uu If a Tire Goes Flat u Changing a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected 1. Open the trunk floor lid.
2. Take the tool case out of the trunk.
3. Take the jack, wheel nut wrench and jack
handle bar out of the tool case.
4. Unscrew the wing bolt, and remove the
spacer cone. Then, remove the spare tire.
5. Place a wheel block or rock in the front and
rear of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.■ Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire
Tool Case
Spare Tire
Wheel
Blocks
The tire to be replaced.

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6. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up)
under the vehicle body, near the tire that
needs to be replaced.
7. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn
using the wheel nut wrench.

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Handling the Unexpected 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.
u 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.■ How to Set Up the Jack 1 How to Set Up the Jack
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
may not fit the jacking point.
The following instructions must be followed to use
the jack safely:
• 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 vehicl e while using the jack.
• Do not put anything on top of or underneath the
jack.3
WARNING The vehicle can easily roll off the jack,
seriously injuring anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire
exactly, and never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the jack.Jacking Points
Jacking Point
Jack
Handle
Bar Wheel Nut
Wrench as Jack Handle

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1. Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire.
2. Wipe the mounting surfaces of the wheel
with a clean cloth.
3. Mount the compact spare tire.
4. Screw the wheel nuts until they touch the
lips around the mounting holes, then stop
rotating.
5. 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.
Wheel nut torque:
80 lbf∙ft (108 N∙m, 11 kgf∙m)■ Replacing the Flat Tire 1 Replacing the Flat Tire
Do not over tighten the wheel nuts by applying extra
torque using your foot or a pipe.

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Handling the Unexpected 1. Remove the center cap.
2. 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.
If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. Afte r driving for a few miles (kilometers), Tire
Pressure Monitor System Problem. Ch eck Tire Pressure. See Your Dealer. will
appear on the driver information interface and the indicator will start blinking for a
short time and then stay on; however, this is normal and is no cause for concern.
Calibrate the TPMS when you replace the tire with a specified regular tire.
2 TPMS Calibration P. 497■ Storing the Flat Tire 1 Storing the Flat Tire
3
WARNING Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.Center Cap
Spacer Cone
Wing Bolt
For
compact
spare tire For
full-size
tire
■ TPMS and the Compact Spare Tire

686 uu Indicator, Coming On/Blinking u If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks ■ Reasons for the indicato r to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low, or the TPMS has not been calibrated.
If there is a problem with the TPMS, the indicator blinks for about one
minute, and then stays on.
If the compact spare tire is installed, the indicator will either come on or
it will first blink for abou t one minute, then stay on.
■ What to do when the indicator comes on
Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The sp ecified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
u Calibrate the TPMS after the tire pressure is adjusted. 2 TPMS Calibration P. 497
If the compact spare tire causes the indicator to come on, change the
tire to a full-size tire. The indica tor goes off after calibrating the TPMS.
■ What to do when the indicator blinks, then remains on
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire causes the indicator to first blink, and then stay on, change the
tire to a full-size tire. The indica tor goes off after calibrating the TPMS.2 TPMS Calibration P. 497 1 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or BlinksNOTICE
Driving on an extremely unde rinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.

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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 truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■ Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng 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. 1 Emergency Towing NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
Make sure the parking brake is released. If you
cannot release the parking brake, your vehicle must
be transported by the flat bed equipment.
2 Parking Brake P. 571NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous, since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.

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Index Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 657
Exterior Mirrors ......................................... 209
F Features ..................................................... 243
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 654
Oil ........................................................... 621
Flat Tire ..................................................... 665
Floor Mats ................................................. 656
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ........................... 628
Brake/Clutch ............................................ 629
Continuously Variable Transmission ......... 627
Engine Coolant ........................................ 625
Manual Transmission ............................... 627
Windshield Washer .................................. 630
FM/AM Radio .................................... 259, 298
Fog Lights .................................................. 195
Indicator .................................................... 94
Folding Down the Rear Seat .................... 214
Foot Brake ................................................. 576
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 48
Front Seat Heaters .................................... 236
Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation .............................................. 237
Front Seats
Adjusting ................................................. 210
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 568
Fuel ...................................................... 24, 597 Economy ................................................. 600
Gauge ..................................................... 137
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 143
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 89
Range ..................................................... 143
Recommendation .................................... 597
Refueling................................................. 597
Fuel Economy and CO 2
Emissions ............ 600
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 24, 598
Unable to Unlock .................................... 694
Fuses .......................................................... 688
Inspecting and Changing......................... 692
Locations......................................... 688, 690
G Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 600
Gauge ..................................................... 137
Information ............................................. 597
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 143
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 89
Refueling................................................. 597
Gauges ...................................................... 137
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 84
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Continuously Variable
Transmission.................................. 482, 484
Manual Transmission ............................... 488
Glass (care) ........................................ 655, 658
Glove Box .................................................. 223 H Halogen Bulbs .......................................... 631
Handling the Unexpected ....................... 663
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ...................... 403, 427
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and
Call History ................................... 417, 436
Automatic Transferring ................... 415, 435
Displaying Messages ............................... 446
Favorite Contacts .................................... 437
HFL Buttons .................................... 403, 427
HFL Menus...................................... 405, 430
HFL Status Display ........................... 404, 429
In Case of Emergency ..................... 325, 450
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 404, 429
Making a Call ................................. 421, 439
Options During a Call...................... 426, 442
Phone Setup ................................... 409, 432
Receiving a Call............................... 425, 442
Receiving a Text Message........................ 444
Ring Tone ....................................... 415, 435
Selecting a Phone ................................... 445
Speed Dial .............................................. 418
To Clear the System ................................ 416
To Set Up a Text Message Options .......... 443
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
HD Radio TM
............................................... 301
Head Restraints ........................................ 216