emergency towing HONDA ACCORD SEDAN 2006 Owner's Manual (in English)

This section covers the more
common problems that motorists
experience with their vehicles. It
gives you inf ormation about how to
safely evaluate the problem and what
to do to correct it. If the problem has
stranded you on the side of the road,
you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also f ind instructions
on getting your vehicle towed.......................
Compact Spare Tire .238
....................
Changing a Flat Tire .239
.............
If the Engine Won’t Start . 243
Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates ............................
Very Slowly .243
The Starter Operates ................................
Normally .244
................................
Jump Starting .245
..............
If the Engine Overheats . 248
.........
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 250
..........
Charging System Indicator . 251
.......
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 251
.......................
Readiness Codes .252
...............
Brake System Indicator . 253
..................
Closing the Moonroof . 254
......................
Emergency Towing .255
..............................................
Fuses .257
..............................
Fuse Locations .260
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
237
——y
y
(yy

If you see steam and/or spray
coming from under the hood, turn
off the engine. Wait until you see
no more signs of steam or spray,
then open the hood. If
you do not see steam or spray,
leave the engine running, and
watch the temperature gauge. If
the high heat is due to overloading,
the engine should start to cool
down almost immediately. If it
does, wait until the temperatu re
gauge comes down to the midpoint,
then continue driving.
If the temperatu re gauge stays at
the red mark, turn off the engine.
Look for any obvious coolant leaks,
such as a split radiator hose.
Everything is still extremely hot,
so use caution. If you f ind a leak, it
must be repaired bef ore you
continue driving (see on page ).
The pointer of the vehicle’s
temperature gauge should stay in
the midrange. If it climbs to the red
mark, you should determine the
reason (hot day, driving up a steep
hill, etc.).
If your vehicle overheats, you should
take immediate action. The only
indication may be the temperature
gauge climbing to or above the red
mark. Or you may see steam or
spray coming f rom under the hood.
Saf ely pull to the side of the road.
Put the transmission in Neutral or
Park, and set the parking brake.
Turn of f all accessories, and turn
on the hazard warning lights.
1.
2. 3.
4.
5.
255Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
248
Steam and spray from an
overheated engine can
seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam
is coming out.
Driving with the temperature gauge
pointer at the red mark can cause
serious damage to the engine.
——y

y
(y
y

Using gloves or a large heavy
cloth, turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise, without pushing
down, to the first stop. After the
pressure releases, push down on
the cap, and turn it until it comes
off.
Start the engine and set the
temperature control dial to
maximum (climate control to
FULL AUTO at 90°F/32°C). Add
coolant to the radiator up to the
base of the filler neck. If you do
not have the proper coolant
mixture available, you can add
plain water. Remember to have
the cooling system drained and
refilled with the proper mixture as
soon as you can. Put
the radiator cap back on
tightly. Run the engine, and watch
the temperature gauge. If it goes
back to the red mark, the engine
needs repair (see on page ).
If the temperature stays normal,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. If it has
gone down, add coolant to the
MAX mark. Put the cap back on
tightly.
If you do not f ind an obvious leak,
check the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Add coolant
if the level is below the MIN mark.
If there was no coolant in the
reserve tank, you may need to add
coolant to the radiator. Let the
engine cool down until the pointer
reaches the middle of the tempera-
ture gauge, or lower, bef ore check-
ing the radiator.
7. 6.
8.
9. 10.
11.
255
Emergency
Towing
If theEngineOverheats
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
249
Removing the radiator cap
while the engine is hot can
cause the coolant to spray out,
seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and
radiator cool down before
removing the radiator cap.
——yy
(yy

However, if the brake pedal does not
feel normal, you should take
immediate action. A p roblem in one
part of the system’s dual circuit
design will still give you braking at
two wheels. You will feel the brake
pedal go down much farther before
the vehicle begins to slow down, and
you will have to press harder on the
pedal.
If the ABS indicator comes on with
this indicator, have the vehicle
inspected by your dealer
immediately.
If this indicator comes on while
driving, the brake fluid l
evel is
probably low in the reservoir. Press
lightly on the brake pedal to see if it
feels normal. If it does, c heck the
brake fluid level the next time you
stop at a service station (see page ). If the fluid level is low, take
the vehicle to your dealer and have
the brake system inspected for leaks
or worn brake pads. If you must drive the vehicle a short
distance in this condition, drive
slowly and carefully. Slow down by shifting to a lower
gear, and pull to the side of the road
when it is safe. Because of the long
distance needed to stop, it is
hazardous to drive the vehicle. You
should have it towed and repaired as
soon as possible (see
on page ).
215 255
Emergency
Towing
Brake System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
253
BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
U.S. models shown
——yy
(yy

µµ
If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck. Therearetwowaystotowyour
vehicle: If , due to damage, your vehicle must
be towed with the f ront wheels on
the ground, do this:
Release the parking brake.
Shif t the transmission to neutral.
With the f ront wheels on the ground,
it is best to tow the vehicle no farther
than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the
speedbelow35mph(55km/h).
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the tires (f ront) and lif t them
of f the ground. The other two tires
remain on the ground. Turn of f the engine. ShifttoD,thentoN.
Start the engine.
Release the parking brake. Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
Manual Transmission:
Automatic Transmission:
CONT INUED
Flat -bed EquipmentWheel-lif t Equipment
This is the best way to trans-
port your vehicle.
T his is an
acceptable way to tow your
vehicle.
Emergency Towing
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
255
Improper towing preparation will
damage the transmission. Follow the
above procedure exactly. If you cannot
shif t the transmission or start the
engine (automatic transmission), your
vehicle must be transported with the
f ront wheels of f the ground.
——y


y
(yy

Emergency Towing
256
Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the
bumpers will cause serious damage.
The bumpers are not designed to
support the vehicle’s weight.The steering system can be damaged if
the steering wheel is locked. Leave the
ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I)
position, and make sure the steering
wheel turns f reely bef ore you begin
towing.
——y

y
(yy

CONT INUED
..................................
Synthetic Oil .205
.....................................
Tachometer .64
.
Taking Care of the Unexpected .237
Technical Descriptions
......
DOT Tire Quality Grading .269
.....
Emissions Control Systems . 272
Three Way Catalytic ...............................
Converter . 273
.......................
Temperature Gauge .65
..............
Tether Anchorage Points . 47
..
Three Way Cataly tic Converter . 273
..........................
Time, Setting the .143
....................................
Timing Belt .217
....................................
Tire Chains .232
.........
Tire, How to Change a Flat . 239
.................................
Tire Labeling .271
...............................................
Tires .227
..............................
Air Pressure .228
.........................
Checking Wear .229
..........................
Compact Spare .238
......
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 269
......................................
Inf lation .227
..................................
Inspection .228 ...................................
Replacing .231
......................................
Rotating .230
...........................................
Snow .232
............................
Specif ications .268
...................
Tools, Tire Changing . 239
Towing .....................................
A Trailer .184
................
Emergency Wrecker . 255
Transmission Checking Fluid Level, ......................
Automatic . 211, 212
Checking Fluid Level, ...................................
Manual .214
..........
Fluid Selection . 211, 213, 214
..............
Identification Number . 265
.............
Shif ting the Automatic . 173
..................
Shif ting the Manual . 170
.....................................
Treadwear .269
.......................................
Trip Meter .65
................................................
Trunk . 82
....................
Emergency Opener .83
.................................
Opening the .82
...................
Open Monitor Light . 60
....................................
Turn Signals .69 Unexpected, Taking Care
..........................................
of the .237
....
Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 269
........................
Unleaded Gasoline .154
.......
Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 207
..................................
Vanity Mirror .96
.................
Vehicle Capacity Load . 165
......................
Vehicle Dimensions .266
....
Vehicle Identif ication Number . 264
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) ....................................
System .182
...
VSA Activation Indicator . 60, 182
.........................
VSA Of f Switch .183
........
VSA System Indicator . 60, 182
.............................
Vehicle Storage .235
.................................................
VIN .264
..................................
Viscosity, Oil .205
...........
Voice Control System . 104, 116
Index
T U
V
INDEX
VII
——
y

y
(yy

.............
WARNING, Explanation of .ii
.........
Warning Labels, Location of .53
....................
Warranty Coverages . 279
Washer, Windshield ........
Checking the Fluid Level .208
.....................................
Operation. 68
Wheels ...............
Adjusting the Steering .73
............
Alignment and Balance .229
..........................
Compact Spare .238
......................................
Wrench .239
Windows ..................
Operating the Power .91
...........................
Rear, Def ogger .72
Windshield .......................................
Cleaning .68
.......................................
Washers .68
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades .225
.....................................
Operation .68
....................................
Worn Tires .229
.....
Wrecker, Emergency Towing .255
Index
W
VIII
——
y
y
(yy