HONDA ACCORD HYBRID 2019 Owners Manual

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Towing a Trailer Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Preparation Your vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper
equipment, and follow the towing guidelin es. Check the load limits before driving.
■ Total trailer weight
Maximum allowable weight of the trailer,
cargo, and everything in or on it must not
exceed 1,000 lbs (450 kg). Towing loads in
excess of this can seriously affect vehicle
handling and performance and can damage
the engine and drivetrain.■ Towing Load Limits 1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
1 Towing Load Limits
Check if all loads are within limits at a public scale.
If a public scale is not available, add the estimated
weight of your cargo load to the weight of your
trailer (as quoted by th e manufacturer), and the
tongue load.
Break-in Period.
Avoid towing a trailer dur ing your vehicle’s first
600 miles (1,000 km).
Never exceed the gross weight ratings.
Gross weight information
2 Vehicle Specifications P. 7023
WARNING Exceeding any load limit or improperly
loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a
crash in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Check the loading of your vehicle and
trailer carefully before starting to drive.
Total Load

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Driving ■ Tongue load
The weight of the tongue with a fully loaded
trailer on the hitch should be approximately
10% of the total trailer weight.
• Excessive tongue load reduces front tire
traction and steering control. Too little
tongue load can make the trailer unstable
and cause it to sway.
• To achieve a proper tongue load, start by
loading 60% of the load toward the front
of the trailer and 40% toward the rear.
Readjust the load as needed.Tongue Load Tongue Load

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Towing equipment varies by th e size of your trailer, how much load you are towing,
and where you are towing.
■ Hitches
The hitch must be of an approved type and properly bolted to the underbody.
■ Safety chains
Always use safety chains when you tow a trailer. Leave enough slack to allow the
trailer to turn corners easily, but do not allow the chains to drag on the ground.
■ Trailer brakes
There are two common types of trailer bra kes: surge and electric. Surge brakes are
common for boat trailers, since the brakes will get wet. If you choose electric brakes,
be sure they are electronically actuated. Do not attempt to attach trailer brakes to
your vehicle’s hydraulic system, as it wi ll lower braking effectiveness and create a
potential hazard.
■ Additional towing equipment
Many states and provinces/territories requ ire special outside mirrors when towing a
trailer. Even if mirrors are not required in your locale, you should install special
mirrors if visibility is restricted in any way.
■ Trailer light
Trailer lights and equipment must comply with federal, state, province/territory, and
local regulations. Check with your local trailer sales or rent al agency for the
requirements in the area where you plan to tow.■ Towing Equipment and Accessories 1 Towing Equipment and Accessories
Make sure that all equipment is properly installed and
maintained, and that it meets federal, state, province/
territory, and lo cal regulations.
Consult your trai ler maker for prope r installation and
setup of the equipment.
Improper installation and setup can affect the
handling, stability, and br aking performance of your
vehicle.
Consult your traile r sales or rental agency if any other
items are recommended or required for your towing
situation.
The lighting and wiring of tra ilers can vary by type
and brand. If a connector is required, it should only
be installed by a qua lified technician.

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Driving Driving Safely with a Trailer • Have the trailer properly serviced and keep it in good condition.
• Make sure that all the weights and load in the vehicle and trailer are within limits.2 Towing Load Limits P. 459
• Securely attach the hitch, safety chains, and other necessary parts to the trailer.
• Securely store all the items in and on the tr ailer so that they do not shift while
driving.
• Check if the lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly.
• Check the pressure of the traile r tires, including the spare.
• Drive slower than normal.
• Obey posted speed limits for vehicles with trailers.
• Use the ( D
position when towing a trailer on level roads.
• Turn more slowly and with a wider turning arc than normal.
• Allow more time and distance for braking.
• Do not brake or turn suddenly.
• Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the red (Hot) mark, turn off the
climate control system and reduc e speed. Pull to the side of the road safely to cool
down the engine if necessary.■ Things You Need To Know Before Towing a Trailer
■ Towing Speeds and Gears
■ Turning and Braking
■ Driving in Hilly Terrain 2.0 L engine models
1 Driving Safely with a Trailer
Operating speed when towing a trailer must not
exceed 62 mph (100 km/h).
Parking
In addition to the normal precautions, place wheel
chocks at each of the trailer’s tires.
Automatic transmission models

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Towing Your Vehicle Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motorhome. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency to wing information.2 Emergency Towing P. 693
Your vehicle can be towed behind a motorhome.
Perform the following procedure before towing your vehicle.
1. Put the transmission into neutral.
2. Release the parking brake.
3. Set the power mode to ACCESSORY.
u Make sure the steering wheel does not lock.
4. Turn off all the electric devices. Do not use any accessory power sockets.
u This can prevent the battery from running down.
■ Extended towing
If you tow more than eight hours in one day, you should repeat the “When Your
Vehicle is Towed Behind a Motor home” at least every eight hours.
You also need to perform the following procedure to prevent the battery from
running down.■ When Your Vehicle is Towed Behind a Motorhome 1 Towing Your Vehicle
Do not exceed 65 mph (100 km/h).
Consult your towing parts sales or rental agency if
any other items are recommended or required for
your towing situation. Manual transmission models
Automatic transmission/Continuousl y variable transmission models
Manual transmission models
Manual transmission models

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Driving 1. Remove the 20 A FR ACC SOCKET and 10 A
ACC fuses. These fuses are located in the
interior fuse box. 2 Interior Fuse Box P. 690
2. Remove the 10 A BACK UP fuse. This fuse is
located in the engine compartment fuse
box. 2 Engine Compartment Fuse Box P. 688
3. Store the fuses in a safe place so you do not
lose them.
u Make sure to reinstall the fuses before
you start driving your vehicle.
4. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the clutch pedal.
u The ENGINE START/STOP button
blinks.
5. Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the H logo on the
remote while the ENGINE START/STOP
button is blinking.
u The ENGINE START/STOP button stop
blinking, then stays on.
6. Put the transmission into neutral.
7. Push the ENGINE START/STOP button
once without depressing the clutch pedal.
u Make sure the steering wheel does not
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Engine Compartment Fuse Box Interior Fuse Box
10 A BACK UP
fuse10 A ACC fuse 20 A FR ACC
SOCKET fuse 1 Towing Your Vehicle
Make sure to reinstall the fuses before you start
driving your vehicle.

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When DrivingStarting the Engine 1. Make sure the parkin g brake is applied.
u The parking brake indicator (red) comes
on for 30 seconds when you pull up the
electric parking brake switch.
u The parking brake must be applied to
start the engine.
2. Depress the brake pedal.
u Although it is possible to start the vehicle
in ( N
with the parking brake applied, it is
safer to start it in ( P
.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal. 1 Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to st art in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system and rear de fogger in order to reduce
battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. Cons ult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
The immobilizer system pr otects your vehicle from
theft.
If an improperly c oded device is used, the engine’s
fuel system is disabled.
2 Immobilizer System P. 183Automatic transmission models
Electric Parking Brake Switch
Brake Pedal

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Driving 1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
u The parking brake indicator (red) comes
on for 30 seconds when you pull up the
electric parking brake switch.
u The parking brake must be applied to
start the engine.
2. Check that the tr ansmission is in ( P
, then
depress the brake pedal.
u Although it is possible to start the vehicle
in ( N
with the parking brake applied, it is
safer to start it in ( P
.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.Continuously variable transmission models
Electric Parking Brake Switch 1 Starting the Engine
Bring the remote close to the ENGINE START/STOP
button if the battery in the remote is weak.
2 If the Remote Battery is Weak P. 672
The engine may not start if the remote is subjected to
strong radio waves.
Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to
start the engine.
If the engine does not start, wait at least 30 seconds
before trying again.
Brake Pedal

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Driving
1. Make sure the parkin g brake is applied.
u The parking brake indicator (red) comes
on for 30 seconds when you pull up the
electric parking brake switch.
u The parking brake must be applied to
start the engine.
2. Check that the transmission is in neutral.
Then depress the brake pedal with your
right foot, and the clutch pedal with your
left foot.
u The clutch pedal must be fully depressed
to start the engine.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal. 1 Starting the Engine
If the vehicle stalls on a slope, the electric parking
brake system may automatica lly engage. If it does
not, engage it manually, th en start the engine again.Manual transmission models
Manual transmission models
Electric Parking Brake Switch
Brake PedalClutch Pedal

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Driving You can turn the engine off when the vehicle is completely stopped.
1. Put the transmission into ( P
.
2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
• If the transmission is in neutral, press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
• If the transmission is in any gear other than neutral, depress the clutch pedal, then
press the ENGINE START/STOP button.■ Stopping the Engine Automatic transmission/Continuousl y variable transmission models
Manual transmission models