service indicator HONDA ACCORD SEDAN 2019 Owner's Manual (in English)

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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P 663)
Flat Tire (P 665)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P 681)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start
(P 671)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 688)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 679)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 693)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.

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Driving
Refueling
Fuel Information
■Fuel recommendation
Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic knocking noise
that can lead to engine damage.
■Top tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additive s in gasoline vary in the market, Honda
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines.
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of de tergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent ad ditives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.
For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit www.hondacars.com. In Canada, visit
www.honda.ca for additional information on gaso line. For more information on top
tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com .
■Fuel tank capacity: 14.8 US gal (56 L)
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number 87 or higher
1Fuel Information
NOTICE
We recommend quality ga soline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly reco mmend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, a nd cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your inst rument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service.
Some gasoline today is ble nded with oxygenates such
as ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol
by volume. Do not use gaso line containing methanol.
If you notice any undesira ble operating symptoms, try
another service station or sw itch to another brand of
gasoline.

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 604
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 605Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 606
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 607
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 614Opening the Hood ........................... 616
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 617
Oil Check ......................................... 618
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 620
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 621
Engine Coolant ................................ 625
Transmission Fluid ............................ 627
Brake/Clutch
* Fluid .......................... 629
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 630
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 631
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 639
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 642
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 643Tire Labeling .................................... 643DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 645Wear Indicators................................ 647 Tire Service Life ................................ 647
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 648
Tire Rotation .................................... 649
Winter Tires ..................................... 650
Battery ............................................... 651
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery ........... 653
Climate Control System Maintenance.... 654Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 655
Exterior Care.................................... 657
Accessories and Modifications ........ 660
* Not available on all models

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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
The system message indicator ( ) comes on along with the Maintenance Minder
message.
Maintenance Due Now5 %The remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1
percent. Press the (home)
button to switch to another display.The engine oil has almost reached the
end of its service life, and the
maintenance items should be inspected
and serviced as soon as possible.
Maintenance Past DueNegative DistanceThe engine oil has passed its service
life, and a negative distance appears
after driving over 10 miles (U.S.
models) or 10 km (Canadian
models). The negative distance on
the display blinks.The engine oil life has passed.
The maintenance items must be
inspected and serviced immediately.
Maintenance MessageOil Life DisplayExplanationInformation
5 %

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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main Item
U.S. models
*1: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset,
change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 709.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA®)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4:
Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds results in higher transmission temperatures.
This requires transmission fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance
Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the transmission fluid changed
every 25,000 miles (40,000 km).
*5: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid*4
4●Replace spark plugs●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
7●Replace brake fluid*6
Continuously variable transmission models

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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWear Indicators
Maintenance
Wear Indicators
The groove where the wear indicator is
located is 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) shallower than
elsewhere on the tire. If the tread has worn so
that the indicator is ex posed, replace the tire.
Worn out tires have po or traction on wet
roads.
Tire Service Life
The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, road
conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pressure, maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even wh en the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance, it is
recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires reach five
years old. All tires, including the spare, should be removed from service after 10
years from the date of manufacture, regardle ss of their condition or state of wear.
1Checking Tires
High speed driving
We recommend that you do not drive faster than the
posted speed limits and conditions allow. If you drive
at sustained high speeds (over 99 mph or 160 km/h),
adjust the cold tire pressures as shown below to
avoid excessive heat build up and sudden tire failure.
Tire Size225/50R17 94V
Pressure Front: 35 psi (240 kPa, 2.4 kgf/cm2)
Rear: 33 psi (230 kPa, 2.3 kgf/cm2)
Tire Size235/40R19 96V
Pressure Front: 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2)
Rear: 36 psi (250 kPa, 2.5 kgf/cm2)
Models with 225/50R17 tires
Models with 235/40R19 tires
Example of a Wear
Indicator mark

uuJump Starting uJump Starting Procedure
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Handling the Unexpected
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, re move 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 battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a n earby service station or a dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts1What to Do After the Engine Starts
The Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®) system, Vehicle
Stability Assist ® (VSA ®) OFF, adaptive cruise control
(ACC) with low speed follow (LSF)
*, adaptive cruise
control (ACC)*, safety support and low tire pressure/
TPMS indicators may come on in amber along with a
message in the driver information interface when you
set the power mode to ON after re-connecting a
battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
* Not available on all models

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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Transmission Indicator Blin ks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by
a dealer.
• Put the transmission into
(N after starting
the engine.
u Check if the
(N position on the driver
information interface and the indicator
on the
(N button light/blink.
2 Starting the Engine P. 465
Automatic transmission models
1If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning
Message
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 693

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Index
Operating the Shift Lever .......... 23, 483, 485
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 677
Shifting ........................................... 482, 484
Controls .................................................... 163
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 625
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve Tank ..................................................... 625
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 626
Overheating ............................................ 679
Creeping (Automatic Transmission/ Continuously Variable Transmission) .... 474
Cross Traffic Monitor ............................... 590
Cup Holders .............................................. 226
Customer Service Information ................ 712
Customized Features ....................... 370, 381
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 196
Dead Battery ............................................ 674
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 399
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ................................................. 240
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 705
Dimming Headlights .............................................. 193
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 208
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................ 618
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 193
Door Mirrors ............................................. 209 Doors
......................................................... 166
Auto Door Locking .................................. 179
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 179
Door and Trunk Open Message ................. 37
Keys ........................................................ 166
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ...................................... 176
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside ................................... 169
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 175
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 645
Driver Attention Monitor ........................ 152
Driver Information Interface ................... 138
Switching the Display .............................. 138
Warning and Information Messages ........ 105
Driving ....................................................... 453
Automatic Transmission/
Continuously Variable Transmission ....... 474
Braking .................................................... 571
Shifting Gear ................................... 475, 488
Shifting Position .............................. 482, 484
Starting the Engine .................................. 465
Driving Position Memory System ............. 205
Driving Support Information ................... 155
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 654
E
Eco Assist® System ........................................ 9
ECON Button ............................................. 492 Econ Mode
Indicator.................................................... 97
Elapsed Time ............................................. 145
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 92, 685
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 494
Emergency ................................................ 693
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 673
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 182
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 707
Engine ....................................................... 704
Coolant ................................................... 625
Jump Starting .......................................... 674
Oil ........................................................... 617
Starting ................................................... 465
Engine Coolant ......................................... 625
Adding to the Engine Coolant Reserve
Tank ...................................................... 625
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 626
Overheating ............................................ 679
Temperature Gauge ................................ 137
Engine Oil ................................................. 617
Adding .................................................... 620
Checking................................................. 618
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 608
Low Oil Pressure Warning........................ 681
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 617
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 190
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 685
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 75

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Index
K
Key Number Tag....................................... 167
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 175
Keys ........................................................... 166
Lockout Prevention .................................. 175
Number Tag ............................................ 167
Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 178
Remote Transmitter ................................. 173
Types and Functions ................................ 166
Valet Key ................................................. 182
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission/
Continuously Variable Transmission) ..... 474
Knee Airbags ............................................... 52
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ......... 550
LaneWatchTM............................................. 505
Language (HFL) ................................. 404, 429
LATCH (Child Seats) .................................... 66
Lights ................................................. 193, 631
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 197
Automatic ............................................... 194
Bulb Replacement .................................... 631
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 196
Fog Lights ................................................ 195
High Beam Indicator .................................. 94
Interior .................................................... 221
Light Switches ......................................... 193
Lights On Indicator .................................... 94
Turn Signals ............................................. 193 Load Limits
................................................ 457
Locking/Unlocking .................................... 166
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking.................. 179
Childproof Door Locks............................. 178
From Inside ............................................. 176
From Outside .......................................... 169
Keys ........................................................ 166
Using a Key ............................................. 174
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 175
Low Battery Charge ................................. 681
Low Fuel Indicator ...................................... 89
Low Oil Pressure Warning ....................... 681
Low Remote Signal Strength ................... 168
Lower Anchors ............................................ 66
Lubricant Specifications Chart ......... 700, 702
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 457
Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch ....... 211
M
Maintenance..................................... 147, 603
Battery .................................................... 651
Brake/Clutch Fluid ................................... 629
Cleaning ................................................. 655
Climate Control System ........................... 654
Coolant ................................................... 625
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 607
Oil ........................................................... 618
Precautions ............................................. 604
Radiator .................................................. 626
Remote Transmitter ................................. 653 Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 631
Safety ..................................................... 605
Service Items ........................................... 611
Tires........................................................ 642
Transmission Fluid ................................... 627
Under the Hood ...................................... 614
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 83, 682
Manual Transmission ............................... 488
Map Lights ................................................ 222
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 457
Meters, Gauges ........................................ 137
Mirrors ...................................................... 208
Adjusting ................................................ 208
Door ....................................................... 209
Exterior ................................................... 209
Interior Rearview ..................................... 208
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 660
Moonroof ................................................. 189
MP3 ................................................... 266, 316
MP3/WMA/AAC ................................ 266, 316
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 594
N
Navigation................................................ 146
Near Field Communication (NFC) ............ 332
Numbers (Identification) ......................... 704