HONDA ACCORD SEDAN 2020 Owner's Manual (in English)

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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On
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If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
â– Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with the EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
â– What to do when th e indicator comes on
• Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.

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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
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If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
â– Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is signifi cantly 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.
â– 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. 500
If the compact spare tire causes the indicator to come on, change the
tire to a full-size tire . The indicator goes off af ter calibrating the TPMS.
â– What to do when the indica tor blinks, then remains on
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire causes the indicator to firs t blink, and then stay on, change the
tire to a full-size tire . The indicator goes off af ter calibrating the TPMS.
2TPMS Calibration P. 500
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.

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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
â– Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
â– 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. 467
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. 697

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Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF and
check to see if any app licable fuse is blown.
Located near the battery. Push the tabs to open the box.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
â– Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Tab

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uuFuses uFuse Locations
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â– Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1BATTERY125 A
2
−(70 A)
EPS70 A
−(30A)
FUSE BOX MAIN 260 A
EBB40 A
ABS/VSA FSR 40 A −(30A)
IG MAIN1 30 A
3
REAR DEFROSTER40 A
FUSE BOX MAIN 160 A
−(30 A)
HEATER MOTOR40 A
−(40 A)
ST MG30 A
SUB FAN MOTOR30 A
−(30 A)
4 −(30A)
FUSE BOX OP 2
*(70 A)
−(40A)
FUSE BOX OP 1 60 A
5
−(40 A)
MAIN FAN MOTOR30 A
SPM230 A
ABS/VSA MOTOR40 A
IG MAIN230 A
WIPER MOTOR30 A
6SRM1 30A
7−−
8− −
9STOP LIGHT10 A
10 TCU*(15 A)
11INJ20 A
12 TCU2*(10 A)
13IGP15 A
14 TCU3*(10 A)
15FI ECU10 A
16 BATT SNSR 7.5 A
17DBW15 A
18 IG COIL 15 A
19HAZARD15 A
20 − −
21−−
22 H/STRG*(10 A)
23−−
24 AUDIO 15 A
25REAR H/SEAT*(20 A)
26 FR WIPER DEICER*(15 A)
Circuit ProtectedAmps
27BACK UP10 A
28 HORN 10 A
29FR FOG LIGHT*(10 A)
30 SHUTTER GRILLE*(7.5 A)
31MG CLUTCH10 A
32 WASHER MOTOR 15 A
33−−
34 − (10 A)
35AUDIO SUB*(7.5 A)
36 IGPS 7.5 A
37IGPS (LAF)7.5 A
38 VB ACT 7.5 A
39IG1 TCU*(10 A)
40 IG1 FUEL PUMP 20 A
41IG1 ABS/VSA7.5 A
42 IG1 ACG 10 A
43IG1 ST MOTOR10 A
44 IG1 MONITOR 7.5 A
45−−
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models

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uuFuses uFuse Locations
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Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and label number.
â– Interior Fuse Box
Fuse Label

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uuFuses uFuse Locations
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â– Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1−−
2L SIDE DOOR UNLOCK10 A
3R SIDE DOOR UNLOCK10 A
4ACC10 A
5ACC KEY LOCK7.5 A
6SRS10 A
7−−
8IG HOLD2*(10 A)
9SMART10 A
10−−
11L SIDE DOOR LOCK10 A
12DR DOOR LOCK(10 A)
13R SIDE DOOR LOCK10 A
14OPTION10 A
15DRL10 A
16CTR ACC SOCKET(20 A)
17MOON ROOF*(20 A)
18−−
19−−
20SBW ECU*(10 A)
21DR DOOR UNLOCK(10 A)
22−−
23−−
24PREMIUM AMP*(20 A)
25−−
26−−
27−−
28−−
29−−
30−−
31−−
32IG HOLD3*(15 A)
33DR P/SEAT SLI*(20 A)
34AS P/SEAT SLI*(20 A)
35OPTION210 A
36METER10 A
37OPTION110 A
38DR P/SEAT REC*(20 A)
39AS P/SEAT REC*(20 A)
40DR P/LUMBAR*(10 A)
41−−
42AVS*(20 A)
43OPTION10 A
44ADS*(20 A)
45−−
46SRS10 A
47−−
48HUD*(10 A)
49DOOR LOCK20 A
50FR ACC SOCKET20 A
51RR R P/W20 A
52RR L P/W20 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
53AS P/W20 A
54DR P/W20 A
55−−
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models

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uuFusesuInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1.Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2. Open the fuse box cover in the engine
compartment.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remo ve the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a blown fuse, remove it with
the fuse puller and replace it with a new
one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Use the charts to locate the fuse in question and
confirm the specified amperage on the fuse label. 2 Fuse Locations P. 692
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover.
Combined
Fuse Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller

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Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
â– Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
â– 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. 575
NOTICE
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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When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
If you cannot unlock the fuel fill door, use the following procedure.1.Open the trunk.
2. Pull the release handle toward you.
u The fuel fill door unlocks.
3. Open the fuel fill door.
2 How to Refuel P. 602
â– What to Do When Unable to Unlock the Fuel Fill Door1When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door
After taking these steps, cont act a dealer to have the
vehicle checked.
Release Handle