2013 Honda Accord Owner's Manual - Page 552

Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine If the engine does not start, check the starter. 1 Checking the Engine If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an assisting vehicle to jump start it. 2 Jump Starting P. 554 2013 Accord Sedan QRG Starter condition Starter doesn't turn or turns over slowly. The battery may be dead. Check each of the items on the right and respond accordingly. Checklist Models with multi-information display Check for a message on the multi-information display. ● If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears 2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 552 uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range. 2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 132 Handling the Unexpected Check brightness of the interior light. Turn on interior lights and check brightness. ● If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all 2 Battery P. 534 ● If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 564 The starter turns over normally but the engine doesn't start. There may be a problem with the fuse. Check each of the items on the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure. Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again. 2 Starting the Engine P. 427 Check the immobilizer system indicator. When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started. 2 Immobilizer System P. 124 TOC Check the fuel level. There should be enough fuel in the tank. 2 Fuel Gauge P. 89 Check the fuse. Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer. 2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 566 Index Home If the problem continues: 2 Emergency Towing P. 567 551