[dabuji18]

Is this to be concerned about or is it a computer glitch that can be easily re-calibrated?
I drove to work, everything normal in my 2020 Honda accord sport. I go to work and six hours later, I turn the engine on every light is orange. Go see dealer, nonfunctioning. ACC, Warning no brakes, warning no power steering, warning no driver’s assistance….etc. I didn’t think of turning off the engine and restarting it. I’ll find that out today when I go back downstairs to my car and turn it on .
I believe it’s intentional on the side of the manufacturers to get people to go into the dealership and spend money. What do you think? Please advise. should I go to the dealer, or is there a way for me to re-calibrate it?

 

[brian913]

You are about due for a battery replacement anyway. Go to your nearest Autozone. . . etc, and get a new battery and drive it for a while to see what resets. As the batteries get weak, the computer can't get correct readings from the sensors and goes nuts.

 

[dabuji18]

You are about due for a battery replacement anyway. Go to your nearest Autozone. . . etc, and get a new battery and drive it for a while to see what resets. As the batteries get weak, the computer can't get correct readings from the sensors and

You are about due for a battery replacement anyway. Go to your nearest Autozone. . . etc, and get a new battery and drive it for a while to see what resets. As the batteries get weak, the computer can't get correct readings from the sensors and goes nuts.

You are about due for a battery replacement anyway. Go to your nearest Autozone. . . etc, and get a new battery and drive it for a while to see what resets. As the batteries get weak, the computer can't get correct readings from the sensors and goes nuts.

Even though I only have 29,000 miles on the vehicle and the vehicles really 2 years old even though it's a 2020, I bought it March 2021 do you think I need a new battery? If I go to AutoZone will they put it in for me?
Do you suggest I do that rather than go to the dealership because I'm afraid of going to the dealership because they will really milk this.
thank you for your response.
I do recall getting a notification a few months ago from Honda telling me to come in to change the battery maybe that's why with all of the new computerized features it drains the battery for more quickly than in the past.
I appreciate your input tell me what you think

 

[highvoltage]

I agree with the statement about going to AutoZone, but don't just throw a new battery in the car. Have them test the existing battery and charging system to determine what might need to be replaced. Then proceed from there.

 

[Honda2014]

It is absolutely feasible that a battery placement is in order. It doesn't matter if you got the car in 2021 or has only 29k miles. If it's a 2020 model, then the original battery likely has been in use for more than 3 years since its start of operation and was never changed.

Honda batteries in general, especially in their 4cyl cars are, ahm, not long lasting. With that said, I have had mine for almost 3 years now and it's still going strong at 55k mark. I will see how long lasting it is by seeing how it performs this winter. I've gotten no indication that it's on the way out though.

 

[johnk_11]

Even though I only have 29,000 miles on the vehicle and the vehicles really 2 years old even though it's a 2020, I bought it March 2021 do you think I need a new battery? If I go to AutoZone will they put it in for me?
Do you suggest I do that rather than go to the dealership because I'm afraid of going to the dealership because they will really milk this.
thank you for your response.
I do recall getting a notification a few months ago from Honda telling me to come in to change the battery maybe that's why with all of the new computerized features it drains the battery for more quickly than in the past.
I appreciate your input tell me what you think

Dont go and buy a new battery, get it tested and go from there,

 

[Ronch]

@dabuji18 - While you're at Autozone, ask if they'll also check for OBD codes.

So if the battery and alternator test good under load, OBD codes could point you in the right direction...

EDIT: Have you ever checked the water level in all the battery cells (caution: acid!)? Even just sitting, the water can evaporate. If the level is below the top of the plates in any cell, replace the battery. If it's low, but still above the plates, top off with distilled water.

 

[dabuji18]

I agree with the statement about going to AutoZone, but don't just throw a new battery in the car. Have them test the existing battery and charging system to determine what might need to be replaced. Then proceed from there.

That’s exactly what I did. I went to AutoZone tonight and I got a diagnostic and it probably is just a miss communication from the brakes to the connectors so I’m going to take the evaluation and go to a trusted mechanic tomorrow and see what he suggests the last place I will go is the dealership because they will really milk it and it’s probably something very minor, thank you for your responses. This is a really good site.

 

[dabuji18]

@dabuji18 - While you're at Autozone, ask if they'll also check for OBD codes.

So if the battery and alternator test good under load, OBD codes could point you in the right direction...

EDIT: Have you ever checked the water level in all the battery cells (caution: acid!)? Even just sitting, the water can evaporate. If the level is below the top of the plates in any cell, replace the battery. If it's low, but still above the plates, top off with distilled water.

I did go to AutoZone tonight, but I did not ask him to check the OBD codes but I can ask the mechanic to check my battery to make sure I don’t think it’s the battery I did buy the car brand new and usual life of a batteries 3 to 5 years and I’ve been driving it March will be three years

 

[dabuji18]

I’ll keep you informed. I’ll see what they say tomorrow.

 

[Ronch]

What did Autozone say about the battery, and did they test battery and alternator under load?

You're lucky to get 3 or more years from a Honda OEM battery, regardless of whether the car sat in a dealer's lot somewhere or in your garage.

 

[dabuji18]

What did Autozone say about the battery, and did they test battery and alternator under load?

You're lucky to get 3 or more years from a Honda OEM battery, regardless of whether the car sat in a dealer's lot somewhere or in your garage.

I didn’t ask him to check the battery. I didn’t think of it. I went there before I saw your post for tomorrow. I’ll ask the mechanic to check the battery. He’s a pretty honest guy. I think the batteries fine but what do I know I’ll let you know tomorrow.

 

[dabuji18]

Typos

 

[dabuji18]

I didn’t ask them at AutoZone to check the battery. I didn’t think of it and I went to them before I saw your response. tomorrow I will go to the mechanic and ask him to check the battery with the report that I have from AutoZone.

 

[dabuji18]

I went to the auto shop and OMG!!! My front radar sensor was stolen

 

[Ronch]

Sorry to hear that. Not an uncommon theft, especially if you live in certain big cities. 😦

There are some threads about adding an extra bracket around the radar unit to discourage/prevent theft. So search for those. You may want to add that bracket at same time that the unit gets replaced, or otherwise, you could be at risk of losing it again...

 

[Ronch]

Here's link to buy the bracket for '18-'22 Accord. There may be similar type brackets from other sources.

And link to one of the threads on this subject.

 

[dabuji18]

Here's link to buy the bracket for '18-'22 Accord. There may be similar type brackets from other sources.

And link to one of the threads on this subject.

Ty!

 

[dabuji18]

I’m getting it installed on Wednesday so will that bracket be able to be installed after the fact I can buy it and when it comes I can go to a regular mechanic and just can he put it on afterwards?

 

[Ronch]

@dabuji18 - You're welcome.

Instructions at that link for the bracket say:

Instructions: Since this installation is sensitive, we highly recommend having the protector apparatus installed by a professional at a vehicle repair shop. First remove the plastic sensor cover and eliminate excess interior plastic. Then, position the steel protector within the plastic cover and drill two cover mounting holes. Then use the included security screws in order to fasten the steel protector into place over the sensor (mounting holes must be drilled). Ensure that the sensor lens is properly aligned with the protector window during installation. Afterward, the plastic front cover can be screwed into the steel protector frame by the sides.​

​

So it is installed after the sensor gets replaced. The real concern is about parking outside for a few days after the new sensor is installed, but before the bracket is installed. You don't want the sensor to get stolen again. Hopefully - you can park in a (locked) garage until the bracket can be installed.

​