Honda Accord Sedan (2013) manual

Contents This owner’s manual should b e considered a permanent pa rt of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold . This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model. Images throughout this owner’s ma nual (including the front c[...]

Contents Child Safety P. 52 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 64 Safety Labels P. 65 Opening and Closing the Trunk P . 120 Security System P. 124 Opening and Cl osing the Windows P. 127 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 131 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 146 Interior Lights/Inter ior Convenience Items P. 156 Heating and Cooling * P. 166 Audio Error[...]

2 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan Quick Reference Guide Visual Index *1 : Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch. ❙ System Indicators (P 68 ) ❙ Gauges (P 89 ) ❙ Information Display * (P 90) ❙ Navigation Syst em * () See Navigation System Man ual ❙ Audio System (P 1 80 ) [...]

3 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan ❙ ( + / ( - / / Buttons (P 179) ❙ SOURCE Button (P 179) ❙ Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® System Voic e Con trol Butt ons (P 33 9) ❙ Navigation System Voice Contr ol Buttons * (P 245) , () See Navigation System Manual ❙ Steering Wheel Adjustments (P 145 ) ❙ SEL/RESET Button * (P 93) ❙ (Informa[...]

Visual Index 4 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan ❙ Door Mirror Controls (P 147 ) ❙ Passenger's Front Airbag (P 42) ❙ Parking Brake (P 473) ❙ Glove Box (P 158 ) ❙ Rearview Mirror (P 146) ❙ Hood Release Handle (P 499 ) ❙ Power Door Lock Master Switch (P 118) ❙ Power Window Switches (P 127 ) ❙ Interior Fuse Box (P 565) ?[...]

5 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan ❙ Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P 61 ) ❙ Sun Visors ❙ Vanity Mirrors ❙ Map Lights (P 157) ❙ Front Seat (P 148 ) ❙ Seat Belts (P 32) ❙ LATCH to Secure a Child Se at (P 57) ❙ Side Curtain Airbags (P 48) ❙ Grab Handle ❙ Ceiling Light (P 156) ❙ Coat Hook (P 162) ❙ Seat Belt (Instal[...]

Visual Index 6 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan ❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P 497) ❙ Winds hield Wipers (P 1 4 0) ❙ Ti res (P 5 2 5) ❙ Door Lock/Unlock Control (P 111 ) ❙ Power Door Mirrors (P 1 47) ❙ Headli ghts (P 1 3 6) ❙ How to Refuel (P 481) ❙ High-Mount Brak e Light (P 522) ❙ Emergency Trunk Rel ease Lever (P 123)[...]

7 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan Eco Assist System (P 446) Ambient Meter ● Changes color to reflect your driving style. Green: Fuel efficient driving Light green: Moderate accelera tion/ deceleration White: Aggressive acceleration/ deceleration ● The ambient me ter color changes in accordance with your brake or accelerator pedal oper[...]

8 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan Safe Driving (P 27) Airbags (P 39) ● Your vehicle is fitted with ai rbags to help pro tect you and your passengers during a mod erate-to-severe collision. Child Safety (P 52) ● All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat. ● Smaller children should be properly restra ined in a forwa[...]

9 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan Instrument Panel (P 67 ) Canada U.S. Low Fuel Indicator Anti-lock Brake System ( ABS ) Indicator Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) Canada U.S. Washer Level Indicator * System Indicators Malfunction Indicator Lamp Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator Vehicle Stability Assist (V[...]

10 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan Controls (P 105 ) Clock (P 106) a Enter the Clock Adjustment screen . 2 Setting the Clock (P 106) b Rotate to change hour, then c Rotate to change m inute, then press . The navigation system receives signals from GPS satellites, updating the clock automatically. Models without na vigation system Models w[...]

11 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Steering Wheel (P 145) ● To adjust, pull the adjustment lever towards you, adjust to the desired position, then lock the leve r back in place. Unlocking the Front Doors from the Inside (P 116) ● Pull either front door inner handle to unlock and open it at the same time. ● Unlocking and opening the driver[...]

12 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan Heating and Cooling System * (P 166) ● Rotate the fan control dial to adjust the fan speed and airflow. ● Press the Mode buttons ( / / / ) to select the vents air flows from. ● Rotate the temperature control dial to adjust the temp erature. ● Use the button for ma ximum co ol setting. ● Rotate [...]

13 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan Climate Control System * (P 169) ● Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system. ● Press the button to tu rn the system on or off. ● Press the button to defrost the windshi eld. The climate control system is voice operable. (P 245) Models with navigation sys tem Driver’s Side Temp[...]

14 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan Features (P 173) Audio Remote Controls (P 179) ● ( + / ( - Button Press and release to adjust the volume up / down. ● SOURCE Button Press and release to change the audio mode: FM/AM/CD/XM ® * /HDD * /USB/iPod ® / Bluetooth/Pandora ® * /Aha TM * /AUX. ● / Button Radio: Press and release to change[...]

15 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan *1 : Icons that appear on the screen vary by the source selected. CD Slot (CD Eject) Button BACK Button Selector Knob (Tune Down) Icon *1 (Skip/Seek) Icon *1 (P 203 ) Models with two displays Audio/Information Screen Audio with Touch Screen Button Source *1 VOL/ (Volume/Power) Knob (Skip/Seek) Icon *1 Pr[...]

16 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan CD Slot (CD Eject) Button MENU Button Interface Dial/ ENTER Button (Skip/Seek) Icon *1 (P 236) Models with navigation sy stem Audio/Information Screen Audio with Touch Screen Button Source *1 VOL (Volume) Kn ob (Skip/Seek) Icon *1 Presets *1 (Tune Up) Icon *1 More *1 (Power) Button (Tune Down) Icon *1 IN[...]

17 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan Driving (P 417) M Indicator Shift Indicator Manual Transmission (P 443 ) Automa tic Tr ansmiss ion ( CVT) (P 43 5) ● Shift to ( P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. ● Shifting Park Turn off or start the engine. Transmission is locked. Neutral Transmission is not locked. Drive (S) ?[...]

18 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan Automatic Transmission (P 441) ● Shift to ( P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. ● Shifting Park Turn off or start the engine. Transmission is locked. Neutral Transmission is not locked. Drive (S) ● Automatically changing gears between 1st and 5th (5th gear is used only in at hig[...]

19 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan VSA ® OFF Button (P 466 ) ● The vehicle stability assist (VSA ® ) system helps stabilize the vehicle during cornering, and helps maintain traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces. ● VSA ® comes on automatically every time you start the engine. ● To turn VSA ® on or off, pr[...]

20 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan Maintenance (P 485) Under the Hood (P 497) ● Check engine oil, engi ne coolant, and windshield wa sher fluid. Add when necessary. ● Check brake fluid and clutch * fluid. ● Check the battery regularly. a Pull the hood release handle unde r the corner of the dashboard. b Locate the hood latch lever, [...]

Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan 21 Handling the Unexpected (P 543 ) Flat Tire (P 545) ● Park in a safe location and replace the flat tire with the comp act spare tire in the trunk. Indicators Come On (P 560) ● Identify the indica tor and consult the owner's manual. Engine Won't Start (P 551) ● If the battery is dead, jump [...]

22 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan What to Do If The ignition switch does not turn from ( 0 to ( q *1 . Why? ● The steering wheel may be locked. ● Try to turn the steering wheel left and right while turning the ignition key * . ● Move the steering wheel left and right while pressing the ENGI NE START/STOP button * at the same time. [...]

23 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan Why do the doors lock after I unlo cked the doors using a remote transmitter? If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are relocked automatically for security. Why does the beeper sound when I open the driver's door? The beeper sounds when: ● The key is left in the ig nition switc[...]

24 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan California Proposition 65 Warning Event Data Reco rders This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assi st in unders tanding h[...]

25 Quick Reference Guide - 2013 Accord Sedan A Few Words About Safety Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibil ity. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This informatio[...]

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27 Safe Driving You can find many safety r ecommendations through out this chapter, and t hroughout this manual. For Safe Driving Important Safety Precaut ions ............. 28 Your Vehicle's Safety Features............ 30 Seat Belts About Your Seat Belts ... ..................... 32 Fastening a Seat Belt .......................... 35 Seat Bel[...]

28 Safe Driving For Safe Driving The following pages explain your vehi cle' s safety features and how to use them properly. The safety precauti ons below are ones that we consider to be among the most important. Important Safety Precautions ■ Always wear your seat belt A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags a[...]

29 uu For Safe Drivi ng u Impor tant Safety P recautions ■ Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying close attention to the road, other vehicl es, and pedestrians could lead to a crash. Remember, situations can chan ge quickly, and only you can d ecide[...]

30 uu For Sa fe Driving u Your Veh icle's Safety Feature s Your Vehicle's Safety Features The following checklist will he lp you take an active role in protecting yourself and your passengers. 1 Your Vehicle's Safety Features Your vehicle is equipped wi th many features that work together to help protect you and your passengers durin[...]

31 uu For Safe Drivi ng u Your Vehicle's S afety Feat ures For the safety of you and your passenge rs, make a habit of checking these items each time before you drive. • After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure all doors are closed and loc ked. Locking the doors helps prevent an occupant from being ejected and an outsider from unexpec[...]

32 Seat Belts About Your Seat Belts Seat belts are the single most effectiv e safety device because they keep you connected to the vehicle so that you can take advantage of many built-in safety features. They also help keep you from be ing thrown against the inside of the vehicle, against othe r passengers, or out of the vehicle. When worn properly[...]

Continued 33 uu Seat Bel ts u About You r Seat Belts ■ Proper use of seat belts Follow these guidelines for proper use: • All occupants shoul d sit upright, well back in the seat, and remain in that pos ition for the duration of the tr ip. Sl ouching and lea ning re duces the effectiveness of the belt and can increase the chance of serious inju[...]

uu Seat B elts u About Your S eat Belts 34 The front seats are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners to enhance safety. The tensioners automatically tighten th e front seat belts during a moderate-to- severe frontal collision, some times even if the collision is not severe enough to inflate the front airbags. ■ Automatic Seat Belt Tensione[...]

35 uu Seat Belts u Fa stening a Seat Be lt Continued Fastening a Seat Belt After adjusting a front seat to the proper position, and while sitting upright and well back in the seat: 2 Adjusting the Seats P. 148 1. Pull the seat belt out slowly. 2. Insert the latch plate into t he buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the buckle is secure. u Make[...]

uu Seat B elts u Fastenin g a Seat Belt 36 3. Position the lap part of the belt as low as possible across you r hips, then pull up on the shoulder part of the belt so the lap pa rt fits snugly. Th is lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries. 4. If necessary, pull up on the belt again to rem[...]

37 uu Seat Belts u Fa stening a Seat Be lt If you are pregnant, the b est way to prot ect yo urself and your unborn child when driving or riding in a vehicle is to always wear a seat belt and keep the lap part of the belt as low as possible across the hips. ■ Advice for Pregnant Women 1 Advice for Pregnant Women Each time you have a checkup, ask [...]

38 uu Seat B elts u Seat Belt Inspection Seat Belt Inspection Regularly check the condition of your seat belts as follows: • Pull each belt out fully, and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. • Check that the latches work smoothly and the belts retract easily. u If a belt does not retract eas ily, cleaning the belt may correct the problem. On[...]

39 Continued Airbags Airbag System Components 6 7 8 9 8 8 8 8 8 10 11 12 Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Safe Driving TOC[...]

40 uu Airbags u Airbag Sy stem Components The front, front side, and side curtain airbags are deployed according to the direction and severity of impact. Both side curtain airbags are depl oyed in a rollover. The airbag system includes: a Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) front airbags. The driver's airbag is stored in the center of the [...]

41 uu Airbags u Airbag Syst em Components Airbags can pose serious hazards. To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force. So, while airbags help sa ve lives, they can cause burns, bruises, and other minor injuries, sometimes even fatal ones if occupants are not wearing their seat belts properl y and sitting correctly. What you shou l[...]

42 uu Airbags u Types of Airbags Types of Airbags Your vehicle is equipped with three types of airbags: • Front airbags: Airbags in front of the driver 's and front passenger's seats. • Side airb ags: Airbags in the driver's and front passenger's seat-backs. • Side cur tain airb ags: Airbags above the side windows. Each is[...]

Continued 43 uu Airbags u F ront Airbags (S RS) Front airbags are designed to inflate duri ng moderate-to-severe frontal collisions. When the vehicle decelerates suddenly, the sensors send information to the control unit which signals one or both front airbags to inflate. A frontal collision can b e either head-on or angled between two v ehicles, o[...]

44 uu Airbags u Front Airba gs (SRS) ■ When front airbags should no t deploy Minor frontal crashes: Front airbags were designed to supplement seat belt s and help save lives, not to prevent mino r scrapes, or even broken bon es that might occur during a less than moderate-to-severe frontal crash. Side imp acts: Front airbags can prov ide protecti[...]

45 uu Airbags u F ront Airbags (S RS) Your front airbags have advanced features t o help reduce the likelihood of airbag related injuries to smaller occupants. The driver's advanced front airbag system includes a seat p osition sens or. If the seat is too far forward, the airbag inflates with less force, regardless of the severity of the impac[...]

46 uu Airbags u Side A irbags Side Airbags The side airbags help protect the upper to rs o of the driver or a front passenger during a moderate-to-severe side impact. The side airbags are housed in the outside edge of the driver's and passenger's seat- backs. Both are marked SIDE AIRBAG . When the sensors detect a modera te-to- severe sid[...]

47 uu Airbags u Side Airbags ■ When a side airbag deploys with li ttle or no visib le damage Because the airbag systems senses sudden acceleration, a strong impact to the side of the vehicle's framework can cause a side airbag to deploy. In such cases, there may be little or no dam age, but the side impact sensors detected a severe enough im[...]

48 uu Airbags u Side Curtain Airb ags Side Curtain Airbags The side curtain airbags help protect the heads of the driver and passengers in outer seating positions during a moderate-to-sever e side impact. The side curtain airbags equipped in this vehicle are also de signed to help reduce the likelihood o f partial and complete ejection of vehicle o[...]

Continued 49 uu Airbags u Airbag System In dicators ■ When side curtain ai rbags deploy in a frontal collisi on One or both side curtain airb ags may inflate in a modera te-to-severe angled frontal collision. In this case, the side curtain airbags will deploy slightly after the front airbags. Airbag System Indicators If a problem occurs in the ai[...]

uu Airbags u Airb ag System Indic ators 50 ■ When the passen ger airbag off indicator comes on The indicator comes on to alert you that the passenger's front airbag has been turned off. This occurs when the front passenger’s weight sensors detect 65 lbs (29 kg) or less, the weight of an infant or small child, on the seat. Infants and smal [...]

51 uu Airbags u Airbag Care Airbag Care You do not need to, and should not, perform any maintenance on or replac e any airbag system components yourse lf. However, you should have your vehicle inspected by a dealer in the following situations: ■ When the airbags have deployed If an airbag has inflated, the control unit and other rel ated parts mu[...]

52 Child Safety Protecting Child Passengers Each year, many children are injured or kill ed in vehicle crashe s because they are either unrestrained or not properly restra ined. In fact, vehicle accidents are the number one cause of death o f children age 12 an d under. To reduce the number of child deaths and in juries, every state, Canadian provi[...]

53 uu Child Safety u Protecting Child Passenge rs • Any child who is too small to wear a seat belt correct ly must be restrained in an approved child seat that is properly secured to the vehicle using either the lap belt portion of the lap/shoulder belt or the lower anchors of the LATCH system. • Never hold a child on your lap because it is imp[...]

54 uu Child Safety u Safety of Infa nts and Small Chi ldren Safety of Infants and Small Children An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the infant reaches the seat m aker's weight or he ight limit for the seat , and the infant is at least one year old. ■ Positioning a rear-facing child s eat Child [...]

Continued 55 uu Child Safet y u Saf ety of Infants and Small Childre n If a child is at least one year old and withi n the weight range indic ated by the child seat manufacturer, the child should be properly restrained in a firmly secured forward-facing child seat. ■ Forward-facing child seat placement We strongly recommend placing a forward- fac[...]

uu Child Safety u Safety of Infa nts and Small Chi ldren 56 Most child seats are LATCH-compatible (L ower Anchors and Tet hers for CHildren). Some have a rigid-type conn ector, while ot hers have a flexible-ty pe connector . Both are equally easy to use. Some existing and previ ously owned child seats can only be installed using the seat belt. Whic[...]

57 uu Child Safet y u Saf ety of Infants and Small Childre n Continued A LATCH-compatible child seat can be installe d in either of the two outer rear seats. A child seat is attached to th e lower anchors with either th e rigid or flexible type of connectors. 1. Locate the lower anchors under the marks. 2. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat t[...]

uu Child Safety u Safety of Infa nts and Small Chi ldren 58 3. Open the tether anchor cover behind the head restraint. 4. Raise the head restraint to its highest position, then rout e the tether strap between the head restraint legs, and secure the tether strap hook onto the anchor. 5. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the child seat maker.[...]

Continued 59 uu Child Safet y u Saf ety of Infants and Small Childre n 1. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat. 2. Route the seat belt through the child seat according to the seat maker's instructions, and insert the latch plate into the buckle. u Insert the latch plate fully until it clicks. 3. Slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt al[...]

uu Child Safety u Safety of Infa nts and Small Chi ldren 60 6. Make sure the child seat is firmly secured by rocking it forwar d and back and side to side; little mov ement should be felt. 7. Make sure any unused seat belt that a child can reach is buckled, the lockable retractor is activated, and the be lt is fully retracted and locked. 1 Install [...]

61 uu Child Safet y u Saf ety of Infants and Small Childre n A tether anchorage point is provided behind each rear seating position. A child seat that is installed with a seat belt and comes with a tether can use the tether for additional security. 1. Locate the appropriate tether anchorage point and lift the cover. 2. Raise the head restraint to i[...]

62 uu Child Safety u Safety o f Larger Childre n Safety of Larger Children The following p ages give instructi ons on how to check proper seat belt fit, what kind of booster seat to use if one is needed, and important precautions for a child who must sit in front. When a child is too big for a child seat, secure the child in a rear seat using the l[...]

63 uu Child Saf ety u Safety of Larger Children If a lap/shoulder seat belt cannot be used properly, position the child in a booster seat in a rear seating position . For the child's safety, check that the child meets the booster seat manufacturer's recommendations. Your vehicle has a rear seat where children can be properly restrained. I[...]

64 Exhaust Gas Hazard Carbon Monoxide Gas The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxid e, a colorless, odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your vehicle, carbo n monoxide gas will n ot get into the inte rior. ■ Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whene ver • The exhaust system is m aking an un[...]

65 Safety Labels Label Locations These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potent ial hazards that can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U. S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact a dealer for a replacement. Sun Visor U.S. m[...]

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67 Instrument Panel This chapter describes the butt ons, indicators, and gauges t hat are used while driving. Indicators ............................................ 68 Information Display Warning and Information Messages * .................... 82 Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages * .................... 84 Gauges and Displa[...]

68 Instrument Panel Indicators Indicator Name On/Blinki ng Explanation Message * Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ( Red ) ● Comes on for a fe w seconds when you turn the igniti on switch to ON ( w *1 , then goes off. ● Comes on when the parking brake is applied, and goes off when it is released. ● Comes on when the brake fluid level i[...]

69 uu Indicators u Continued Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message * Low Oil Pressure Indicator ● Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON ( w *1 , and goes off when the engine starts. ● Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low. ● Comes on while dr iving - Immediately stop in a safe place. 2 If the Low Oil Pressure Indica[...]

70 uu Indica tors u Indicator Name On/Blin king Explanat ion Me ssage * Shift Lever Position Indicator * ● Indicates in which po sition your shift lever is. 2 Shifting P. 435 — M (7-speed manual shift mode) Indicator/ Shift Indicator * ● Comes on when 7-speed manual shift mode is applied. 2 7-Speed Manual S hift Mode P. 439 — Model s w ith [...]

71 uu Indicators u Continued Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanati on Message * Transmission Indicator * ● Blinks if the tran s mission system has a problem. ● Blinks while drivin g - Avoid su dden starts and acceleration and have the vehicle checked by a dealer immediately. Seat Belt Reminder Indicator ● Comes on and th e beeper sounds i f yo[...]

72 uu Indica tors u Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Me ssage * Low Fuel Indicator ● Comes on when the fuel reserve is running low (approximately 2 .6 U.S. gal./9.7 Liter left). ● Blinks if there is a problem with the fuel gauge. ● Comes on - Refuel yo ur vehicle as soon as possible. ● Blinks - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. AB[...]

73 uu Indicators u Continued Indicator Name On/Blin king Explanation Message * VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist) System Indicator ● Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the igniti on switch to ON ( w *1 , then goes off. ● Blinks when VSA ® is active. ● Comes on if there is a problem with the VSA ® system or hill start assist system. ●[...]

74 uu Indica tors u Indicator Name On/Blinking E xplanatio n Message * Door and Trunk Open Indicator ● Comes on for a few seconds if you turn the ignition switch to ON ( w *1 , then goes off. ● Comes on if any doo r or the trunk is not completely closed. ● The beeper so unds and the indic ator comes on if any door or the trunk is opened while[...]

75 uu Indicators u Continued Indicator Name On/Blin king Explanat ion Message * Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator ● Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON ( w *1 . ● May come on briefly if the ignition switch is turned to ON ( w *1 and the vehicle is not moved within 45 second s, to indicate the calibration process i[...]

76 uu Indica tors u Indicator Nam e On/Blin king Explanation Message * System Message Indicator * ● Comes on for a few se conds when you se t the power mode to ON, then goes off. ● Comes on along with a beep when a problem is detected. A system message on the multi-information display appears at the same time. ● While the indicator is on, pre[...]

77 uu Indicators u Continued Indicator Name On/Blin king Explanation Message * Fog Light Indicator * ● Comes on when the fog lights are on. — — Immobilizer System Indicator ● Comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to ON ( w *1 , then goes off. ● Comes on if the immobilizer system cannot recognize the key information. ● Blink[...]

78 uu Indica tors u Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanation Message *1 Forward Collision Warning ( FCW ) Indicator * ● Comes on for a few seconds when you change the power mode to ON, then goes off. ● Comes on when you have customized FCW to turn off. ● Comes on if there is a problem with the FCW system. ● Stays on constantly without FCW off[...]

79 uu Indicators u Continued *1 :On the left: Models wi th information display On the right: Models with multi-information display Indicator Name On/Blinking Explanati on Message *1 Lane Departure Warning ( LDW ) Indicator * ● Comes on fo r a few seconds w hen you change the power mode to ON, then goes off. ● Comes on if there is a problem with[...]

80 uu Indica tors u Indicator Name On/Blinking E xplanatio n Message * ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control) Indicator (Amber) * ● Comes on for a few seconds when you change the power mode to ON, then goes off. ● Comes on if there is a problem with ACC. ● Comes on while dr iving - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. ECON Mode Indicator ● Comes on[...]

81 uu Indicators u Indicator Nam e On /Blinki ng Explanation Message * Smart Entry System Indicator * ● Comes on fo r a few seconds w hen you change the power mo de to ON. ● Comes on as soon as a pr oblem is detected in the smart entry system or push bu tton starting sy stem. ● Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. Starter System Indicator *[...]

82 uu Indica tors u Information Display Warni n g and Info rmation Messag es * Information Display Warning and Information Messages * The following messages appear only on the information display. Message Conditi on Explanation ● Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not installed. 2 Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 561 ● Appears when [...]

83 uu Indicator s u Infor mation Displa y Warning and In formation Mess ages * Message Condition Explanation ● Appears if you push the ENGINE START/ STOP button to turn the engine off wi thout the shift lever in ( P . ● Push the ENGINE START/ST OP button twice after moving the shift lever to ( P . ● Appears when the power mode is in ACCESSORY[...]

84 uu Indica tors u Multi-Information Display Warn ing and Information Mes sages * Multi-Information Display Warn ing and Information Messages * The following messages appear only on the mu lti-information display. Press the (inf ormation) button to see the message again with the system me ssage indicator on. Message Conditi on Explanation ● Appe[...]

85 uu Indica tors u Multi-Information Display Warn ing and Informat ion Messages * Continued Message Condition Explanation ● Appears while you are customiz ing the settings and the shift lever is moved out of ( P . 2 Customized Fe atures P. 97 ● Appears after you un lock and open the dri ver’s door. 2 Starting the Engine P. 429 ● Appears th[...]

86 uu Indica tors u Multi-Information Display Warn ing and Information Mes sages * Message Conditi on Explanation ● Appears when the power mode is in ACCESSORY. — ● Appears after the driver’s door is opened when the power mode is in ACCESSORY. ● Press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice with your foot off the brake pedal to change the powe[...]

87 uu Indica tors u Multi-Information Display Warn ing and Informat ion Messages * Continued Message Condition Explanation ● Appears when there is a pr oblem with the sensor on the battery. ● Appears when the battery is not charging. ● Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. 2 Checking the Battery P. 534 ● Appears along with the ba ttery cha[...]

88 uu Indica tors u Multi-Information Display Warn ing and Information Mes sages * Message Conditi on Explanation ● Appears when you press the MAIN button. 2 ACC (Adaptive Cru ise Control) * P. 450 * Not available on all models Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Instrument Panel TOC[...]

89 Gauges and Displays Gauges Gauges include the speedometer, tachometer , fuel gauge, and related indicators. They are displayed when the ignition switch is in ON ( w *1 . Displays your driving speed in mph (U.S.) or km/h (Canada). Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute. Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank. Displays the te[...]

90 uu Gauges and Displays u Information Display * Information Display * The information display shows the odome ter, trip meter, engine oil life and maintenance service item codes, an d other gauges. Press the (Select/Reset) k nob to change the display. ■ Switchi ng the Display 1 Switc hing the Display Each time you press the knob, the informatio[...]

Continued 91 uu Gauges and Displays u Information Display * Shows the total number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) th at your vehicle has accumulated. Shows the total number of miles (U.S.) or k ilometers (Canada) driven since the last reset. Meters A and B can be used to measure two separate trips. ■ Resetting a trip meter To reset a trip[...]

uu Gauges and Displays u Information Display * 92 Shows the outside temperature in Fahr enheit (U.S.) or Celsius (Canada). ■ Adjusting the outside temperature indicator Adjust the temperature reading up to ± 5° F or ± 3°C if the temperature reading seems incorrect. 1. Turn the ignition switch to ON ( w *1 . 2. Press and hold the (Select/Reset[...]

93 uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Displa y * Continued Multi-Information Display * The multi-information display shows the odometer, trip meter, outside temperature indicator, and other gauges. It also displays important messages such as warnings and other helpful information. Press the (information) button or the SEL/RESET button to ch[...]

94 uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Di splay * Odometer Trip A Trip B SEL/RESET Button Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan * Not available on all models Instrument Panel TOC[...]

Continued 95 uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Displa y * Shows the total number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) th at your vehicle has accumulated. Shows the total number of miles (U.S.) or k ilometers (Canada) driven since the last reset. Meters A and B can be used to measure two separate trips. ■ Resetting a trip meter To reset[...]

uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Di splay * 96 Shows the average speed in mph (U.S.) or km /h (Canada) since the last time Trip A or Trip B was reset. Shows the instant fuel economy as a bar gr aph in mpg (U.S.) or l/100 km (Canada). Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance Minder TM . 2 Maintenance Mind er TM P. 489 Shows the outside[...]

Continued 97 uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Displa y * Use the multi-information display t o customize certain features. ■ How to customize Select the Vehicle Settings screen by pressin g the button while the power mode is in ON, and the vehi cle is at a complete stop. Press the SEL/RESET button. ■ Customized Features 1 Customized F[...]

98 uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Di splay * ■ Customization fl ow Press the button. SEL/RESET Vehicle Settings “Trip A” Reset Timi ng Language Selec tion Adjust Outside Temp. Di splay Memory Position Link Door Unlock Mode Keyless Access Light Flash 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 TPMS Calibration Driver Assist System Setup Meter Setup Position S[...]

99 uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Displa y * Continued Exit 3 4 3 4 3 4 Door Setup Maintenanc e Reset Default All SEL/RESET 3 4 SEL/RESET 3 4 Lighting Setup SEL/RESET 3 4 Key And Remote Unlock Mode Auto Door Lock Auto Door Unlock Keyless Lock Answer Back Security Relock Timer Interior Light Dimming Time Headlight Auto Off Timer Auto Lig[...]

100 uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Di splay * ■ List of cust omizable o ptions *1 :Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings TPMS Calibration — Calibrates the TPMS. Cancel / Calibrate Driver As sist System Setup Forward Collision Warning Distance Changes at which distance FCW alerts, or turns [...]

101 uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Displa y * Continued *1 : Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Feat ures Description Selec table Settings Driving Position Setup Memory Position Link Changes the driver's seat position to a stored setting. On *1 / Off Keyless Access Setup Door Unlock Mode Changes which doors unlock when you gr[...]

102 uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Di splay * *1 : Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Door Setup Auto Door Lock Changes the setting for the automatic lock ing feature. With Vehicle Speed *1 / Shift from P / Off Auto Door Unlock Changes the setting for when the doors unlock automatically. Al[...]

103 uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Displa y * Continued ■ Example of cus tomization settings The steps for changing the “Trip A” Reset Timing setting to With Refuel are shown below. The default set ting for “Trip A” Reset Timing is Manually Rese t . 1. Press button to select Vehicle Settings , then press the SEL/RESET button. [...]

104 uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Di splay * 4. Press the button until “Trip A” Reset Timing appears on the display, then press the SEL/RESET button. u The display switches to the customization setup screen, wh ere you can select With Refuel , IGN Off , Manually Reset , or Exit . 5. Press the button and select With Refuel , then pr[...]

105 Controls This chapter explains how to operate th e various controls necessary for driving . Setting the Clock .............................. 106 Locking and Unlockin g the Doors Key Types and Functions .................. 108 Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength * ............ .......... .............. 110 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the [...]

106 Controls Setting the Clock Clock You can adjust the time in the clock display with the igniti on switch is in ON w *1 . ■ Using the Settin gs menu on the audio/info rmation screen 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 1. Press and hold the DISP button. 2. Rotate to select System Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Clock , then Cl[...]

107 uu Setting th e Clock u Cloc k ■ Using the SETTINGS button 1. Press and hold the CLOCK (SETTINGS) button until the clock display blinks. 2. Press Preset ( 4 (Hour) or ( 5 (Minute) to adjust the time. 3. Press the CLOCK button again to set the time. ■ Using the audio wi th touch screen 1. Select . 2. Select Clock . 3. Adjust the hours and mi[...]

108 Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions This vehicle comes with the following key: Use the keys to start and stop the engine, to lock and unlock the doors and to open the trunk. You can also use the remote transmitter or smart entry system * t o l o c k a n d unlock the doors and to open the trunk. There is a panic button in the[...]

109 uu Locking and Unlocking the Doo rs u Key Ty pes and Functions Can be used to start an d stop the engine, and lock and unlock dri ver's door. Contains a number that you will need if you purchase a replacement key. ■ Valet Key * 1 Valet Key * When you need to leave a key with a third party, leave the valet ke y. Gray ■ Key Number Tag 1 [...]

110 uu Locking and Unlocking the Doors u Low Smart Entry Remot e Signal Stre ngth * Low Smart Entry Remo te Signal Strength * The vehicle transmits radio waves to loca te the smart entry remote when locking/ unlocking the doors, op ening the trunk, or to start the engine. In the following cases, locking /unlocking the doors, opening th e trunk, or [...]

111 uu Locking a nd Unlocking t he Doors u Locking/Unlock ing the Doo rs from the Outside Continued Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ■ Locking the doors Press the lock button. Once: u Some exterior lights flash, all the doors lock, and the security system sets. Twice (within five seconds after the first push): u A beeper sounds and ve[...]

uu Locking and Unlocking the Doors u L ocking/Unlocking t he Doors f rom the Outside 112 ■ Unlocking the doors Press the unlock button. Once: u Some exterior lights flash twice, and the driver's door unlocks. Twice: u The remaining doors unlock. 1 Using the Remote Transmitter If the distance at which it works varie s, the battery is probably[...]

Continued 113 uu Locking a nd Unlocking t he Doors u Locking/Unlock ing the Doo rs from the Outside When you carry the sm art entry remote, you can lock/unlock the doors and open the trunk. You can lock/unlock the doors within a radius of about 32 inches (80 cm) of the outside door handle. You can open the trunk with in about 32 inches (80 cm) radi[...]

uu Locking and Unlocking the Doors u L ocking/Unlocking t he Doors f rom the Outside 114 ■ Unlocking th e doors and the trunk Grab the driver’s door handle: u The driver’s door unlocks. u Some exterior lights flash twice and the beeper sounds twice. Grab the front passen ger’s door handl e: u All the doors unlock. u Some exterior lights fla[...]

115 uu Locking a nd Unlocking t he Doors u Locking/Unlock ing the Doo rs from the Outside Fully insert the key and turn it. ■ Locking the driver's door Push the lock tab forward a or push the master door lock switch in the lock direction b , and close the door. ■ Locking the passen ger's doors Push the lock tab forward and close the d[...]

116 uu Locking and Unlocking the Doors u L ocking/Unlocking t he Doors f rom the Inside Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ■ Locking a door Push the lock tab forward. ■ Unlocking a door Pull the lock tab rearward. ■ Using the Lock Tab 1 Using the Lock Tab When you lock the door using the lock tab on the driver's door, all the ot[...]

Continued 117 uu Locking a nd Unlocking t he Doors u Locking/Unlock ing the Doo rs from the Inside Pull the front door inner handle. u The door unlocks and open s in one motion. Unlocking and open ing the driver’s door fro m the inner handle unl ocks all the other doors. To avoid all the doors to be unloc ked, use the lock tab on the driver’s d[...]

uu Locking and Unlocking the Doors u C hildproof Door Locks 118 Press the master door lock switch in as shown to lock or unloc k all doors. Childproof Door Locks The childproof door locks prevent the rear doors from bein g opened from the inside regardless of the position of the lock tab. Slide the lever in the rear door to the lock position, and c[...]

119 uu Locking and Unlocking t he Doors u Auto Doo r Locking/Unlocking Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Your vehicle locks and unlocks all doors automatical ly when a certain condition is met. ■ Drive lock mode All doors lock when the vehicle’s sp eed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h). ■ Driver’s door op en mode All doors unlock when the driver’s[...]

Opening and Closing the Trunk Precautions for Opening/Closing the Trunk ■ Opening th e trunk Open the trunk all the way. u If it is not fully opened, the trunk lid may begin to close under its own weight. ■ Closing the trunk Keep the trunk lid clos ed while drivin g to: u Avoid possible damage. u Prevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicl[...]

121 uu Opening and Clos ing the Trunk u Usin g the Trunk Release But ton * ■ Locking the trunk opener You can lock the trunk release with the master key * or the built-in key * . Using the Trunk Release Button * Push up the release button on the trunk lid after the doors are unlocked. Even if the trunk is locked, you can open the trunk if you car[...]

122 uu Opening and Clos ing the Trunk u Using the Remote Transmi tter Using the Remote Transmitter Press the trunk release button for approximately one second to unlock and open the trunk. Trunk Main Switch * The trunk main switch disables the trunk release button on the remote transmitter and the trunk release button on the t runk lid to protect l[...]

123 uu Opening a nd Closin g the Trun k u Emergency Trun k Opener Emergency Trunk Opener The trunk release lever allows you to open the trunk from inside for your safety. Slide the release lever in the direction of the arrow. 1 Emergency Trunk Opener Parent s should de ci de if their children should be shown how to use this feature. Lever Home QRG [...]

124 Security System Immobilizer System The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from starting the engine. Each key contains el ectronic transmitters that use electronic signals to verify the key. Pay attention to the following when inserti ng the key into the ignition switch or pressing the ENGINE START STOP b utton: ?[...]

Continued 125 uu Security System u Security Syst em Alarm ■ Setting the security system alarm The security system alarm autom atically sets when the following conditions have been met: • The ignition switch is in LOCK ( 0 *1 , and the key has been removed from the ignition switch. • The hood and trunk are closed. • All doors are locked from[...]

126 uu Securi ty System u Secur ity System Alar m ■ The panic button on the remote transmitter If you press the panic butto n for approximately one seco nd, the following will occur for about 30 seconds: • The horn sounds. • Some exterior lights flash. ■ Canceling panic mode Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition s[...]

127 Continued Opening and Clos ing the Windows Opening/Closing the Power Windows The power windows can be opened and clos ed when the ignition switch is in ON ( w *1 , using the switches on the doors. The dr iver's side switches can be used to open and close all of the windows. The power window loc k button on the driv er's side must b e [...]

128 uu Opening and Clos ing the Windows u Opening/Closing th e Power Windows To open: Push the switch down. To close: Pull the switch up. Release the switch wh en the window reaches the desired position. To open: Press the unlock button twice within 10 seconds and hold it down for the second time. If the windows stop midway, repeat the procedure. ?[...]

129 uu Opening and Closing the Windows u Open ing/Closing the Powe r Windows To open: Unlock the driver’s door with the key. Within 10 seconds of returning the key to the central position, turn the key in the unlock direction and hold it there. To close: Lock the driver’s door with the key. Within 10 seconds of re turning the key to the central[...]

130 Opening and Closing the Moonroof * You can only operate the moon roof when the ignition switch is in ON ( w *1 . Use the switch in the front of the ceiling to open and close the moonroof. ■ Automatic operation To open: Pull the switch ba ck firmly, then release. To close: Push the switch fo rward firmly, then release. The moonroof will automa[...]

131 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Ignition Switch * 1 Ignition Switch * You cannot take the key out unless the shift lever is in ( P . If you open the driver's door when the key is in LOCK ( 0 or ACCESSORY ( q , a warning buzz er will sound to remind you to take the key out. If the key won't turn fr om LOCK ( 0 to ACCES[...]

132 uu Operating the Switches Around t he Steering Wheel u ENGINE START/STOP Button * ENGINE START/STOP Button * ■ Changing the Power Mode 1 ENGINE START/STOP Button * ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Ran ge You can start the engine when the smart entry remote is inside the vehicle. The engine m ay also r un if the sma rt entry r emote is close[...]

133 uu Oper ating the Switche s Around the St eering Wheel u ENGINE ST ART/STOP Button * Continued If you leave the vehicle for 30 to 60 minutes with the shift lever in ( P *1 and the power mode in ACCESSORY, the vehicle automa tically goes into the mode similar to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to avoid the battery drain. When in this mode: The steering wheel[...]

uu Operating the Switches Around t he Steering Wheel u ENGINE START/STOP Button * 134 If you open the driver’s doo r when the power mode is set to ACCESSORY, a warning buzzer sounds. Warning buzzers may so und from inside or/ and outside the vehicle to remind you that the smart entry remote is out of the vehicle. If the buzzer continues even afte[...]

135 uu Operating th e Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Ignition Switch and Power Mode Comparison Ignition Switch and Po wer Mode Comparison Ignition Switch Position LOCK (0) (with/without the key) ACCESSORY (I) ON (II) START (III) Without Smart Entry System ● Engine is turned off and power is s hut down. ● The steering wheel is locked. ● [...]

136 uu Operating the Switches Around t he Steering Wheel u Turn Signals Turn Signals The turn signals c an be used when the ign ition switch is in ON ( w *1 . ■ One-to uch turn sig nal When you ligh tly push up o r down and rel ease the turn signal lever, th e exterior turn signals and turn signal indicator blink three times. This feature can be [...]

Continued 137 uu Operating the Switches Around the Steer ing Wheel u Light Switche s Automatic lighting control can be used when the ignition switch is in ON ( w *1 . When you turn the light switch to AUTO , the headlights and other exterior lights will switch on and off automatically depending on the ambient brig htness. u You can change the auto [...]

uu Operating the Switches Around t he Steering Wheel u Fog Lights * 138 The headlights automatically co me on when the wipers are used several times within a certain intervals with the headlight switch in AUTO . The headlights automatically go off a few minutes later if the wipers are stopped. The headlights, all other exterior lights, and the inst[...]

139 uu Operat ing the Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Daytime Ru nning Lights Daytime Running Lights The high beam headlights come on slightly dimmer than normal when the following conditions have been met: The parking/daytime running lights come on when the following co nditions have been met: • The power mode is ON. • The headlight switc[...]

140 uu Operating the Switches Around t he Steering Wheel u Wipers and Washers Wipers and Washers The windshield wipers and washers can be used when the ignition switch is in ON ( w *1 . ■ MIST The wipers run at high speed until you release the lever. ■ Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI) Change the wiper switch setting according to the amount of ra[...]

141 uu Operating th e Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Brig htness Control Brightness Control When the parking lights are turned on and the ignition switch is in ON ( w *1 , you can use the brightness control knob to adjust instrument panel brightness. Brighten: Turn the knob to the right. Dim: Turn the knob to the left. You will hear the beepe[...]

142 uu Operating the Switches Around t he Steering Wheel u Rear Defogg er/Heated D oor Mirror * Button Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror * Button Press the rear defogger and heated door mirror button to defog the rear window and mirrors when the igni tion switch is in ON ( w *1 . The rear defogger and heated door mirrors automatically switch off aft[...]

143 uu Operating the Swit ches Around the Ste ering Whee l u Driving Position Me mory System * Continued Driving Position Memory System * You can store two driver’s seat positions with the driving position memory system. When you unlock and open the driver’s door with a remote, the seat adjusts automatically to one of the two preset positions. [...]

uu Operating the Switches Around t he Steering Wheel u Driving Posi tion Memory System * 144 1. Set the power mode to ON. Adjust the driver’s seat to the desired position. 2. Press the SET button. u You will hear a beep, and the memory button indicator light will blink. 3. Press and hold memory button ( 1 or ( 2 within five seconds of pressing th[...]

145 uu Operating the Swit ches Around the Ste ering Whee l u Adjust ing the Steeri ng Wheel Adjusting the Steering Wh eel The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appr opriate driving posture. 1. Pull the steering wheel adjustment lever up. u The steering wheel a[...]

146 Adjusting the Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirror Adjust the angle of the rearview mirror wh en you are sitting in the correct driving position. Flip the tab to switch the position. The night position will help to reduce the glare from headlights behind you when driving after dark. When driving after dark, the automatic dimming rearview mirror red[...]

147 uu Adjusting the Mirrors u Power Door Mi rrors Power Door Mirrors You can adjust the door mirrors when the ignition switch is in ON ( w *1 . ■ Mirror position adjustment L/R selector sw itch: Select the left or right mirror. After adjusting the mirror, return the switch to the center position. Mirror positi on adjus tment swit ch: Press the s[...]

148 Adjusting the Seats Adjusting the Seat Positions Adjust the driver's seat as far back as possible while allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle. You should be able to sit upright, well back in the seat and be able to adequately press the pedals without leaning forward, and grip the steering wheel comfortably. The passenger&apo[...]

Continued 149 uu Adju sting the Seats u Adj usting the Seat Positions ■ Adjusting th e front manual seat(s) * 1 Adjusting the front manual seat(s) * Once a seat is adjusted co rrectly, rock it back and forth to make sure it is locked in position. Horizontal Position Adjustment Pull up on the bar to mov e the seat, the n release th e bar. Height A[...]

uu Adjusting the Seat s u Adjus ting the Seat P ositions 150 Adjust the driver's sea t-back to a comfortable, upright position, leaving ample spac e between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel. The front seat passenger should also adjust their seat-back to a comfortable, upright position. Reclining a seat-back s[...]

Continued 151 uu Adju sting the Seats u Adj usting the Seat Positions Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions. Head restraints are m ost effective for protection against whiplash and other rear- impact crash injuries when the center of the back of the occu pant's head rests against the center of the restraint. Th[...]

uu Adjusting the Seat s u Adjus ting the Seat P ositions 152 A passeng er sitting in the cent er back seating position should adjus t the height of their head restraint to an appropriate position before the vehicle begins mov ing. To raise the head restraint: Pull it upward. To lower the head restraint: Push it down while pressing the release butto[...]

153 uu Adju sting the Seats u Adj usting the Seat Positions After all occupants have adjusted their s eats and head restrain ts, and put on their seat belts, it is very important that they continue to sit upright, well back in their seats, with their feet on the floor, until the vehicle is safe ly parked and the engine is off. Sitting improperly ca[...]

154 uu Adjusting the Seat s u Rear Seats Rear Seats 1. Remove the center shoul der belt from the guide. 2. Pull the release lever in the trunk to release the lock. 3. Fold the seat-back down. If the rear head restraints get caught on the front seat-backs, remove the head restraint s. 2 Removing and Re installing the Head Restraints P. 152 ■ Foldi[...]

155 uu Adjusting th e Seats u Armrest Armrest Pull down the armrest in the center seat-back. ■ Using the Rear Seat Armrest Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Controls TOC[...]

156 Interior Lights/Interi or Convenience Items Interior Lights ■ ON The interior lights come on regardless of whether the doors are open or closed. ■ Door activated The interior lights come on in the following situations: • When any of the doors are opened. • You unlock the driver's door. • You remove the key from the ignition switc[...]

157 uu Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Ite ms u Interior Lights The map lights can be turned on and off by pressing the lenses. ■ Map Lights 1 Map Lights When the ceiling light switch is in the door activated position and any door is open, the map light will no t go off when you press the lens. Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Controls TOC[...]

158 uu Interior Lights/Interior Conv enience Items u Interior C onvenience Items Interior Convenience Items Pull the handle to open the glove box. You can lock the glove bo x with the built-in key. Pull the handle to open the console compar tment. ■ Glove Box 1 Glove Box 3 WARNING An open glove box can ca use serious injury to your passenger in a[...]

159 uu Interior Lights/In terior Convenience Items u Interior Convenien ce Items Continued Pull the handle to open the pocket. ■ Center Pocket * Handle * Not available on all models Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Controls TOC[...]

uu Interior Lights/Interior Conv enience Items u Interior C onvenience Items 160 ■ Front seat beverage holder s Are located in the console between the front seats. ■ Rear seat beverage holders Fold the armrest down to use the rear seat beverage holders. ■ Beverage Holders 1 Beve rage Holders NOTIC E Spilled liquids damage the upholstery, carp[...]

Continued 161 uu Interior Lights/In terior Convenience Items u Interior Convenien ce Items The accessory power so ckets can be used when the i gnition switch is in ACCESSORY ( q or ON ( w *1 . ■ Accessory power socke t (console panel ) Open the cover to use it. ■ Accessory power socke t (console compartment) Open the console lid and the cover t[...]

uu Interior Lights/Interior Conv enience Items u Interior C onvenience Items 162 There is a coat hook on the re ar left grab handle. Pull i t down to us e it. The cargo hooks in the trunk can be used to install a net for securing items. ■ Coat Hook 1 Coat H ook The coat hook is not desi gned for large or heavy items. ■ Cargo Hooks 1 Cargo Hooks[...]

Continued 163 uu Interior Lights/In terior Convenience Items u Interior Convenien ce Items To open the sunglasses holder, push and release the indent. To clo se, push it again until it latches. You can store eyeglasses and other small items in this holder. ■ Sunglasses Holder 1 Sunglasses Holder Keep the holder closed wh ile driving except when a[...]

uu Interior Lights/Interior Conv enience Items u Interior C onvenience Items 164 The ignition switch must be in ON ( w *1 to use the seat heaters. The HI setting heats the seats faster than the LO setting. While in HI , the heater cycles on and off. u The appropriate indicator will be on while the seat heater is on. Briefly press the switch on the [...]

165 uu Interior Lights/In terior Convenience Items u Interior Convenien ce Items The ignition switch mus t be in ON *1 to use the seat heaters. The HI setting heats the seats faster than the LO setting. There is no heater in the rea r center seating position. While in HI , the heater cy cles on an d off. u The appropriate indicator will be on while[...]

166 Heating and Cooling * Using Vents, Heating and A/C Mode Buttons Change a irflow. Floor and defroster vents Floor vents Dashboard and floor vents Dashboard vents Fan Control Dial Adjusts the fan speed. Rota te the dial all the way to OFF to turn everythi ng off. Button Turns on th e A/C, select s airflow from the dash board vent s, and switches [...]

Continued 167 uu Heating and Cooling * u Using Vents, Heating and A/C The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. 1. Adjust the fan speed using the fan control dial. 2. Select . 3. Adjust the temperature using the temperature control dial. ■ To rapidly warm up the interior 1. Set the fan to the maximum speed. 2. Select . 3. Set the temperatur[...]

uu Heating a nd Cooling * u Using Ven ts, Heating and A/C 168 1. Adjust the fan speed using the fan control dial. 2. Select . 3. Adjust the temperature using the temperature control dial. 4. Press the A/C button (the indic ator on). ■ To rapidly cool down the interior 1. Set the fan to the maximum speed. 2. Set the temperature to maximum cool. 3.[...]

169 Continued Climate Control System * Using Automatic Climate Control The automatic climate control system maintains t he interior temperature you select. The system also selects the proper mix of h eated or cooled air that will as quickly as possible, raise or lower the interior temperature to your preference. Use the system when the engine is ru[...]

uu Climate Contr ol System * u Using Automat ic Climate Control 170 Pressing the button turns the air conditioning system on and automatically switches the system to fresh air mode. Press the button again to turn off, the system returns to the previous settings. ■ To rapidly defrost the windows 1. Press the button. 2. Press the button. ■ Defros[...]

171 uu Climate Cont rol Syst em * u Synchroni zed Mode Synchronized Mode You can set the temperature synchronously for the driver side and the passenger side in synchron ized mode. 1. Press the SYNC button. u The system will switch to the synchronized mode. 2. Adjust the temperature using driver’s side temperature control buttons. Press the SYNC [...]

172 uu Climate Contr ol System * u Automati c Climate Contr ol Sensors Automatic Climate Control Sensors The automatic climate control system is equipped with a sunlight sensor and an interior temperature sensor. Do not cover or spill any liquid o n them. Sunlight Sensor Temperature Sensor Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Controls TOC[...]

173 Features This chapter describes how to operate t echnology features. Audio System USB Port .......................................... 175 Auxiliary Input Jack .......................... 176 Audio System Thef t Protection * ....... 177 Region Setting ................................. 178 Audio Remote Controls .................... 179 Audio Syste[...]

174 Features Audio System About Your Audio System See the Navigation System Manual for informa tion on the na vigation system. The audio system features AM/FM radio and th e XM ® Radio service * . It can also play audio CDs, WMA/MP3/AAC files, Hard Disc Drive (HDD) audio * , USB flash drives, and iPod ® , iPhone ® and Bluetooth ® devices. You c[...]

175 uu Audio System u USB P ort USB Port Install the iPod ® d ock connector or the USB flash drive to the USB port. 1 USB Port • Do not leave the i Pod ® or USB flash drive in the vehicle. Direct sunlight and high temperatures may damage it. • We recommend using an ex tension cable with the USB port. • Do not connect the iPod ® or USB flas[...]

176 uu Audio System u Auxiliary Input Jack Auxiliary Input Jack Use the jack to connect standard audio devices. Use the jack to connect standard audio devices. 1. Open the AUX cover. 2. Connect a standard audi o device to the input jack using a 1/8 inch (3.5 mm) stereo miniplug. u The audio system automat ically switches to the AUX mode. 1 Auxiliar[...]

177 uu Audio Syst em u A udio System Thef t Protection * Audio System Theft Protection * The audio system is disabled wh en it is disconnected from the power s ource, such as when the battery is disconnec ted or goes dead. ■ Reactivating the audio system 1. Set the power mode to ON, and turn on the audio system. u If you set the power mode to ACC[...]

178 uu Audio System u Region Setting Region Setting The audio system’s region setting wil l be lo st when the battery is disconnected or goes d ead. If the Region Selec t screen appears, you need to set the region for the audio system. Follow the steps below: 1. Press to select OK . 2. Rotate to select the region you live in, then press . 3. You [...]

179 uu Audio Syst em u Au dio Remote Controls Audio Remote Controls Allows you to operate the audio system while driving. SOURCE Button Cycles through the audio modes as follows: FM AM XM * CD HDD * USB iPod ® Bluetooth ® Audio Pandora ® * Aha TM * AUX ( + ( - (Volume) Butto ns Press ( + : Increases the volume. Press ( - : Decrea ses th e volume[...]

180 Audio System Basic Operation To use the audio system fu nction, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY ( q or ON ( w *1 . Use the selector knob or MENU button to access some audio functions. Press to switch between the normal and extended display fo r some functions. Selector knob: Rotate left or right to scroll through the available choi ces[...]

181 uu Audio System Basic Op eration u Audio/Inf ormation Scree n Continued Audio/Information Screen Displays the audio status and wall paper. From this screen, you can go to various setup options. Press the (display) button to change the display. ■ Switching the Display (Display) Button Audio Trip Computer (Current Dri ve) Clock/Wallpaper Trip C[...]

182 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Audio/Inform ation Screen ■ Audio Shows the current audio information. ■ Trip computer (Current Drive) Shows the range, and instant and average fu el economy of the current trip, as well as the average fuel econom y from your last trip. ■ Trip computer (Histo ry of Trip A) Shows the range, average fuel e[...]

Continued 183 uu Audio System Basic Op eration u Audio/Inf ormation Scree n You can change, store, and delete the wa llpaper on the a udio/ information screen. ■ Import wallpaper You can import up to three images, one at a time, for wallpaper from a USB flash drive. 1. Connect the USB flash drive to the USB port. 2 USB Port P. 1 75 2. Press the S[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Audio/Inform ation Screen 184 ■ Select wall paper 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select System Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Clock , Clock/Wal lpaper Type , then Wallpape r . u The screen changes to the wallpaper list. 3. Rotate to select a desired wallpaper, then press . u[...]

185 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Adjusting the S ound Adjusting the Sound 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select Audio Settings , then press . 3. Rotate to select Sound , then press . Rotate to scrol l through the foll owing choices: 1 Adjusting the Sound The SVC has four modes: Off , Low , Mid , and High . SVC adjusts the volume [...]

186 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Display Setup Display Setup You can change the brightness or color theme of the audio/informatio n screen. 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select System Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Display . 3. Rotate to selec t Brightness , then 4. Rotate to adjust the setting. 1. Press[...]

187 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Playing AM/FM Rad io Continued Playing AM/FM Radio Audio/Information Screen FM/AM Button Press to select a band. Preset Buttons (1-6) To store a station: Tune to the selected station. Pick a preset button and hold it un til you hear a beep. To listen to a stored station, select a band, then press the preset b[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing A M/FM Radio 188 Provides text data information related to your selected RDS-capable FM station. ■ To find an RDS statio n from Station List 1. Press while listening to an FM station. 2. Rotate to select the station, then press . ■ Manual update Updates your available station list at any time. 1. Press[...]

189 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Playing AM/FM Rad io ■ Radio text Displays the radio text information of the selected RDS station. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Rad io Text , then press . ■ Scan Samples each of the strongest stations on the selec ted band for 10 seconds . 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Sca[...]

190 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing a CD Playing a CD Your audio system suppo rts audio CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RW s in either MP3, WMA, or AAC *1 format. With the CD loaded, press the CD button. *1 :Only AAC format files recorded with iTunes ® are playable on this unit. Audio/Information Screen CD Button Press to play a CD. Seek/Skip Buttons[...]

Continued 191 uu Audio System Ba sic Operat ion u Playing a CD 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Music Search , then press . 3. Rotate to select a folder. 4. Press to change the display to a list of files in that fold er. 5. Rotate to select a file, then press . ■ How to Select a File fro m the Music Search List (MP3/WMA/AAC) 1 Playin[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing a CD 192 You can select scan, repeat, and random modes when playing a track or file. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Sc an or Random/ Repeat , then press . 3. Rotate to select a mode, the n press . ■ To turn off a play mode 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select the mode you want to [...]

193 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Play ing an iPod ® Continued Playing an iPod ® Connect the iPod ® using your d ock connector to the USB Port, then press the AUX button. 2 USB Port P. 175 Audio/Information Screen AUX But ton Press to select iPod ® (if connected). Seek/Skip Buttons Press or to change songs. Press and hold to move rapidly [...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing an iPod ® 194 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Music Search , then press . 3. Rotate to select a menu. 4. Press to display the items on that menu. 5. Rotate to select an item, then press . ■ How to Select a Song from the Music Search List 1 Playing an iPod ® Available operating functi ons [...]

Continued 195 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u You can select repeat and shuffle modes when playing a file. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Shuffle/Repeat , then press . 3. Rotate to select a mode, then press . ■ To turn off a play mode 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select the mode you want to turn off, then press . ■ H[...]

196 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing Internet Radio Playing Internet Radio Connect a compatible phone through Bluetooth ® . You can also connect the phone using y our dock connector to the USB port. Make sure the audio setting is co rrect for the connection type. 2 USB/Bluetooth Con nection Priority * P. 318 Press the AUX button to selec[...]

197 uu Audio System Ba sic Operat ion u Playing Inte rnet Radio You can operate some o f the Pandora ® menu items from your vehicle’s audio system. The available items are: • Like • Dislike • Station List • Change Source • Bookmark Track • Bookmark Artist • Play/Pause ■ Operating a menu item 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to[...]

198 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing a USB Flash Driv e Playing a USB Flash Drive Your audio s ystem reads and plays sound fi les on a USB flash d rive in either MP3, WMA or AAC *1 format. Connect your USB flash drive to the USB port, then press the AUX button. 2 USB Port P. 1 75 Audio/Information Screen AUX But ton Press to select USB fl[...]

Continued 199 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Pla ying a USB Flash Driv e 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Music Search , then press . 3. Rotate to select a folder. 4. Press to change the display to a list of files in that fold er. 5. Rotate to select a file, then press . ■ How to Select a File fro m the Music Search List 1 Playi[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing a USB Flash Driv e 200 You can select scan, repeat, and random modes when playing a file. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Sc an or Random/ Repeat , then press . 3. Rotate to select a mode, the n press . ■ To turn off a play mode 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select the mode you wan[...]

201 uu Audio System Ba sic Operat ion u Playing Bluetooth ® Audio Continued Playing Bluetooth ® Audio Your audio system all ows you to listen to music from your Bluetooth ® -compatible phone. This function is available when the phone is paired and connected to the vehicle's Bluetooth ® HandsFree Link ® (HFL) system. 2 Phone Setup P. 347 1[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playi ng Bluetoot h ® Audio 202 1. Make sure that your phone is paired and connected to HFL. 2. Press the AUX button. If the phone is not recognized, another HFL- compatible phone, which is not compatible for Bluetooth ® Audio, may already be connected. ■ To pause or resume a fi le 1. Press the MENU button. 2.[...]

203 Audio System Basic Operation To use the audio system function, the po wer mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON. Use the selector knob, DISP and BACK buttons to access so me audio functions. Press to switch between the normal and extended display fo r some functions. Selector knob: Rotate left or right to scroll through the available ch oices. Press [...]

204 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Audio with Touc h Screen Audio with Touch Screen Use the touch screen to operate the audio system. Select Source , then select an icon on the source list to switch the audio source. Select More to display the menu items. ■ Selecting an Audio Source 1 Audio with Touch Screen Icons that appear on the sc reen v[...]

Continued 205 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Audio with Touch Scr een Select to adjust the clock and screen settings. ■ Changing the Cloc k settings 2 Setting the Clo ck P. 106 ■ Changing the Screen settings 1. Select Screen Settings . 2. Use ( + , ( - or others to adjust the setting. ■ Changing the Clock/Screen Settings 1 Changing the C[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Audio with Touc h Screen 206 1. Select More , then Sound Settings . 2. Use ( + , ( - or others to adjust the setting. Select to switch to the phone operation screen. 2 Blueto oth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 339 ■ Adjusting the Sound 1 Adjusting the Sound Select Off , Low , Mid or High for the SVC setting. 2 Adjusting[...]

207 uu Audio System Basic Op eration u Audio/Inf ormation Scree n Continued Audio/Information Screen Displays the audio status and wall paper. From this screen, you can go to various setup options. Press the (display) button to change the display. ■ Switching the Display Using the button (Display) Button Audio Trip Computer (Current Drive) Clock/[...]

208 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Audio/Inform ation Screen Press the DISP button to go to the Function Change screen. Rotate to select Audio , Phone , Info or Setting and press . ■ Audio Shows the current audio information. ■ Phone Shows the HFL information. 2 Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 339 ■ Setting Enters the customiz ing m enu [...]

209 uu Audio System Basic Op eration u Audio/Inf ormation Scree n Continued ■ Info Shows the Trip Com puter or Cloc k/Wallpaper information. Press , rotate to select an item, then press . ■ Trip computer (Current D rive) Shows the range, and instant and average fuel economy of the current trip, as well as the average fuel economy from your last[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Audio/Inform ation Screen 210 You can change, store, and delete the wa llpaper on the au dio/information screen. ■ Import wallpaper You can import up to three images, one at a time, for wallpaper from a USB flash drive. 1. Connect the USB flash drive to the USB port. 2 USB Port P. 175 2. Press and hold the DISP [...]

211 uu Audio System Basic Op eration u Audio/Inf ormation Scree n ■ Select wallpaper 1. Press and hold the DISP button to go to the Settings screen. 2. Rotate to select System Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Clock/Wallpaper Type , then Wallpaper . u The screen changes to the wallpaper list. 3. Rotate to select a desired w[...]

212 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Adjusting t he Sound Adjusting the Sound 1. Press and hold the DISP button. 2. Rotate to select Audio Setting s , then press . 3. Rotate to select Sound , then press . Rotate to scroll through the following choices: 1 Adjusting the Sound The SVC has four modes: Off , Low , Mid , and High . SVC adjusts the volu[...]

213 uu Audio System Bas ic Operation u Display Setup Display Setup You can change the brightnes s or color theme of the audio/information screen. 1. Press and hold the DISP button to go to the Settings screen. 2. Rotate to select System Set tings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Display . 3. Rotate to select Brightness , then 4. Rota[...]

214 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing A M/FM Radio Playing AM/FM Radio Audio/Information Scree n Audio with Touch Screen Tune Up/Down Icons Select or to tune the radio frequency. BACK Button Press to go back to the previous display. Selector Knob Press and turn to select an item, then press to set your selection. VOL/ (Volume/Power) Knob P[...]

Continued 215 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Playing AM/FM Rad io To store a station: 1. Tune to the selected station. 2. Press to switch to the Audio men u screen. 3. Rotate to select Save Preset , then press . 4. Rotate to select the preset number you want to store that station, then 2. Select More . 3. Select Save Preset . 4. Select the pre[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing A M/FM Radio 216 Provides text data information related to your selected RDS-capable FM station. ■ To find an RDS statio n from Station List 1. Press to switch to the Audio menu screen while listening to an FM station. 2. Rotate to select Station List , then press . 3. Rotate to select the station, then [...]

217 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Playing AM/FM Rad io ■ Radio text Displays the radio text information of the selected RDS station. 1. Press to switch to the Audio men u screen. 2. Rotate to select Rad io Text , then press . ■ Scan Samples each of the strongest stations on the selec ted band for 10 seconds . 1. Press to switch to the Aud[...]

218 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playi ng XM ® Radio Playing XM ® Radio Audio/Information Scree n Audio with Touch Screen Category Up /Down Icons Select or to display and select an XM ® Radio cate gory. BACK Button Press to go back to the previous display. Selector Knob Press and turn to select an item, then press to set your selection. VO[...]

Continued 219 uu Audio Syst em Basic Operat ion u Pla ying XM ® Radio 1. Select the XM ® mode. 2 Audio Remo te Controls P. 179 2 Audio with To uch Screen P. 204 2. Press to switch to the Audio men u screen. 3. Rotate to select XM Tune Mode , then press . 4. Rotate to select Ch annel Mode or Category Mode , then press . 5. Rotate to select Ch anne[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playi ng XM ® Radio 220 To store a station: 1. Tune to the selected station. 2. Press to switch to the Audio menu screen. 3. Rotate to select Save Preset , t hen p ress . 4. Rotate to select the preset number you want to store that station, then 2. Select More . 3. Select Save Preset . 4. Select the preset number[...]

221 uu Audio System Ba sic Operat ion u Playing a CD Continued Playing a CD Your audio system supports audio CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs in either MP3, WMA, or AAC *1 format. With the CD load ed, select the CD mode. Audio/Information Scree n Audio with Touch Screen BACK Button Press to go back to the previous display. Selector Knob Press and turn to sele[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing a CD 222 1. Press . Rotate to se lect Music Search , then press . 2. Rotate to select a folder. 3. Press to change the display to a list of files in that folder. 4. Rotate to select a file, the n press . ■ How to Select a File from th e Music Search List (MP3/WMA/AAC) 1 Playing a CD NOTIC E Do not use CD[...]

223 uu Audio System Ba sic Operat ion u Playing a CD You can select scan, repeat, and random modes when playing a track or file. 1. Press to switch to the Audio men u screen. 2. Rotate to select Scan or Random/ Repeat , then press . 3. Rotate to select a mode, then press . 1. Select More . 2. Select Scan or Random/Re peat . 3. Select a mode. ■ To[...]

224 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing an iPod ® Playing an iPod ® Connect the iPod ® using your dock connect or to the USB port, then select the iPod mode. 2 USB Port P. 1 75 Audio/Information Scree n Audio with Touch Screen BACK Button Press to go back to the previous display. Selector Knob Press and turn to select an item, then press [...]

Continued 225 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Play ing an iPod ® 1. Select the album bar. u The image of the current album is displayed. 2. Select or icon t o search for an album. u When the album image you are looking for appears, select it to play. ■ How to Select an Album 1 How to Select an Album You cannot select an album while the vehic[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing an iPod ® 226 1. Press . Rotate to se lect Music Search , then press . 2. Rotate to select a menu. 3. Press to display the items on that menu. 4. Rotate to select an item, then press . ■ How to Select a Song from the Music Search List 1 How to Select a Song from the Music Search List Available operating[...]

Continued 227 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u You can select repeat and shuffle modes when playing a file. 1. Press to switch to the Audio men u screen. 2. Rotate to select Shuffle/Repeat , then press . 3. Rotate to select a mode, then press . 1. Select More . 2. Select Shuffle/Repe at . 3. Select a mode. ■ To turn off a play mode 1. Press to [...]

228 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing Internet Radio Playing Internet Radio Connect a compatible phone through Bluetooth ® . You can also connect the phone using y our dock connector to the USB port. Make sure the audio setting is co rrect for the connection type. 2 USB/Bluetooth Con nection Priority * P. 318 Select Source to select Pando[...]

Continued 229 uu Audio System Ba sic Operat ion u Playing Inte rnet Radio You can operate some o f the Pandora ® menu items from your vehicle’s audio system. The available items are: • Like • Dislike • Station List • Change Source • Bookmark Track • Bookmark Artist • Play/Pause ■ Operating a menu item 1. Press to switch to the Au[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing Internet Radio 230 You can operate some of the Aha TM menu items from your vehicle’s audio system. The available items are: ■ Operating a menu item 1. Press to switch to the Audio menu screen. 2. Rotate to select an item and press . ■ Aha TM Radio Menu • Like • 15sec Back • Play/Pau se • 30se[...]

231 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Pla ying a USB Flash Driv e Continued Playing a USB Flash Drive Your audio system reads and plays so und files on a USB flash drive in either MP3, WMA or AAC *1 format. Connect your USB flash drive to the USB port, th en select the USB mode. 2 USB Port P. 175 Audio/Information Screen Audio with Touch Screen B[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing a USB Flash Driv e 232 1. Press . Rotate to se lect Music Search , then press . 2. Rotate to select a folder. 3. Press to change the display to a list of files in that folder. 4. Rotate to select a file, the n press . ■ How to Select a File from th e Music Search List 1 Playing a USB Flash Drive Use the [...]

233 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Pla ying a USB Flash Driv e You can select scan, repeat, and random modes when playi ng a file. 1. Press to switch to the Audio men u screen. 2. Rotate to select Scan or Random/ Repeat , then press . 3. Rotate to select a mode, then press . 1. Select More . 2. Select Scan or Random/Re peat . 3. Select a mode.[...]

234 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playi ng Bluetoot h ® Audio Playing Bluetooth ® Audio Your audio s ystem allows you to listen to music from your Bluetooth ® -compatible phone. This function is available when the phone is paired and connec ted to the vehicle's Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) system. 2 Phone Setup P. 347 1 Playing [...]

235 uu Audio System Ba sic Operat ion u Playing Bluetooth ® Audio 1. Make sure that your phone is paired and connected to HFL. 2. Select the Bluetooth ® Aud io mode. If the phone is not recognized, another HF L- compatible phone, which is not co mpatible for Bluetooth ® Audio, may already be connected. ■ To pause or resume a file 1. Press to s[...]

236 Audio System Basic Operation To use the audio system function, the po wer mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON. Use the interface dial or MENU button to access some audio functions. Press to switch between the normal and extended display fo r some functions. Interface dial: Rotate left or right to scroll through the available choi ces. Press to set [...]

237 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Audio with Touch Scr een Continued Audio with Touch Screen Use the touch screen to operate the audio system. Select Source , then select an icon on the source list to switch the audio source. Select More to display the menu items. ■ Selecting an Audio Source 1 Audio with Touch Screen Icons that appear on th[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Audio with Touc h Screen 238 1. Select More , then Sound Settings . 2. Use ( + , ( - or others to adjust the setting. 1. Select More , then Screen Settings . 2. Use ( + , ( - or others to adjust the setting. ■ Adjusting the Sound 1 Adjusting the Sound Select Off , Low , Mid or High for the SVC setting. 2 Adjusti[...]

239 uu Audio System Basic Op eration u Audio/Inf ormation Scree n Continued Audio/Information Screen Displays the audio status and wall paper. From this screen, you can go to various setup options. Press the (display) button to change the display. ■ Switching the Display 1 Switc hing the Display You can also use the AUDIO , NAV , PH ONE and INFO [...]

240 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Audio/Inform ation Screen ■ Audio Shows the current audio information. ■ Navigation Shows the navigation screen. 2 Refer to the Navigation System Manual ■ Phone Shows the HFL information. 2 Blueto oth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 376 ■ Info Shows the Trip Computer or Clock/Wallpaper and other information. Ro[...]

Continued 241 uu Audio System Basic Op eration u Audio/Inf ormation Scree n You can change, store, and delete the wa llpaper on the a udio/ information screen. ■ Import wallpaper You can import up to three images, one at a time, for wallpaper from a USB flash drive. 1. Connect the USB flash drive to the USB port. 2 USB Port P. 1 75 2. Press the S[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Audio/Inform ation Screen 242 ■ Select wall paper 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select System Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Clock/Wallpaper Type . 3. Move to select Wallpaper . u The screen changes to the wallpaper list. 4. Rotate to select a desired wallpaper. u The previ[...]

243 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Adjusting the S ound Adjusting the Sound 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select Audio Settings , then press . 3. Rotate to select Sound , then press . Rotate to scrol l through the foll owing choices: 1 Adjusting the Sound The SVC has four modes: Off , Low , Mid , and High . SVC adjusts the volume [...]

244 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Display Setup Display Setup You can change the brightness or color theme of the audio/informatio n screen. 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select System Settings , then press . 3. Rotate to selec t Brightness , then 4. Rotate to adjust the setting. 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select S[...]

245 uu Audio System Basic Operation u Voic e Control Operation Continued Voice Control Operation Your vehicle has a voice c ontrol system that allows hands -free operation of most of the navigation syst em functions. The voice control system uses the (Tal k) and (hang-up/back) buttons on the steering wheel and a microphone near the map lights on th[...]

246 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Voice Control Operation The system accepts these commands on the Voice Portal screen. • Call Your co ntact name • Call Phone Number • Find nearest POI category name • Go home • Route menu • Cancel route The system accepts these commands on any screen. • Call by number • Call by name Contacts th[...]

247 uu Audio System Basic Operation u Voic e Control Operation Continued The system accepts these commands on most screens. • Climate control automatic *1 • Climate control off *1 • Air conditioner on *1 • Air conditioner off *1 • Climate control defrost on *1 • Climate control defrost off *1 • Rear defrost on *1 • Rear defrost off [...]

248 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Voice Control Operation ■ HDD commands • Hard Disc Drive play • Hard Disc Drive play track # (#: 1 to 30) • Hard Disc Drive skip forward • Hard Disc Drive skip back • Hard Disc Drive album up *2 • Hard Disc Drive album down *2 • Hard Disc Drive track up • Hard Disc Drive track down • Hard D[...]

249 uu Audio System Basic Operation u Voic e Control Operation Continued ■ iPod ® commands • iPod play • iPod play track # (#: 1 to 30) • iPod skip forward • iPod skip back • iPod track shuffle *1 • iPod album shuffle *1 • iPod track repeat *1 • iPod normal play • What am I listening to? • Who am I listening to? • Who is th[...]

250 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Voice Control Operation ■ Pandora ® commands The system accepts th ese commands while the Pandora ® is playing. • Pandora play • Pandora skip forward • Pandora station up • Pandora station down • Pandora pause • Pandora resume • Pandora thumbs up • Pandora thumbs down ■ Aha TM Radio comma[...]

251 uu Audio System Basic Operation u Voic e Control Operation Continued In keyboard screen, letters can be se lected by saying each in dividual letter or by saying a keyward phrase. These keyward phrases are: ■ Keyboard Entry Commands ■ Letters Say . . . Or say . . . A Apple / Alpha B Boy / Bravo C Charlie D Dog / Delta E Edward / Echo F Frank[...]

252 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Voice Control Operation ■ Symbo ls Symbol . . . Or say . . . - Hyphen ! Exclamation point “ Double Quote # Pound $ Dollar % Percent & Ampersand ‘ Apostrophe ( Open Parenthesis ) Close Pa renthesis ~ Tilde / Slash < Less than > Greater than { Open Brace } Close Brace ■ Accented letters Symbol [...]

253 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Playing AM/FM Rad io Continued Playing AM/FM Radio Audio/Information Scree n Audio with Touch Screen Tune Up/Down Icons Select or to tune the radio frequency. MENU Button Press to display the menu items. (Power) Button Press to turn the audio system on and off. Source Select to change a band or change an audi[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing A M/FM Radio 254 To store a station: 1. Tune to the selected station. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Rotate to select Save Preset , t hen p ress . 4. Rotate to select the preset number you want to store that station, then press and hold . 2. Select More . 3. Select Save Preset . 4. Select the preset number y[...]

Continued 255 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Playing AM/FM Rad io Provides text data information related to your selected RDS-capable FM station. ■ To find an RDS station from Station List 1. Press the MENU button while listening to an FM station. 2. Rotate to select Station List , then press . 3. Rotate to select the station, then press . ?[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing A M/FM Radio 256 ■ Radio text Display the radio text information of the selected RDS station. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Radio Text , then press . ■ Scan Samples each of the strongest stations on the selected band for 10 seco nds. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Scan , [...]

257 uu Audio Syst em Basic Operat ion u Pla ying XM ® Radio Continued Playing XM ® Radio Audio/Information Scree n Audio with Touch Screen Category Up /Down Icons Select or to display and select an XM ® Radio cate gory. MENU Button Press to display the menu items. (Power) Button Press to turn the audio system on and off. Source Select to change [...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playi ng XM ® Radio 258 1. Select the XM ® mode. 2 Audio Rem ote Controls P. 179 2 Audio with T ouch Screen P. 237 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Rotate to select XM Tune Mode , then press . 4. Rotate to select Channel Mo de or Category Mode , then press . 5. Rotate to select Channel List , then press . 6. Rotate [...]

259 uu Audio Syst em Basic Operat ion u Pla ying XM ® Radio To store a station: 1. Tune to the selected station. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Rotate to select Save Preset , then press . 4. Rotate to select the pre set number you want to store that station, then press and hold . 2. Select More . 3. Select Save Preset . 4. Select the preset number y[...]

260 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing a CD Playing a CD Your audio system suppo rts audio CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RW s in either MP3, WMA, or AAC *1 format. With the CD loaded, select the CD mode. Audio/Information Scree n Audio with Touch Screen MENU Button Press to display the menu items. CD Slot Insert a CD about halfway into the CD slot. (CD[...]

Continued 261 uu Audio System Ba sic Operat ion u Playing a CD 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Music Search , then press . 3. Rotate , move or , then press to select a file from the Music Search list. ■ How to Select a File fro m the Music Search List (MP3/WMA/AAC) 1 Playing a CD NOTIC E Do not use CDs with adhesive labels. The labe[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing a CD 262 You can select scan, repeat, and random modes when playing a track or file. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Sc an or Random/ Repeat , then press . 3. Rotate to select a mode, the n press . 1. Select More . 2. Select Scan or Random/Repeat . 3. Select a mode. ■ To turn off a play mod[...]

263 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing Ha rd Disc Drive (HDD) Audio Continued Playing Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio The Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio function plays tracks from music CDs that have been recorded onto the buil t-in HDD. You can arrange the tracks in pla ylists or play the tracks using various search methods. Audio/Information Scr[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing H ard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio 264 The songs on music CDs are automatically recorded by factory default to the HDD the first time you play each disc. You can then play the songs directly from the HDD. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Cancel Record to HDD , then press . 1. Press the MENU button. [...]

Continued 265 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing Ha rd Disc Drive (HDD) Audio 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Music Search , then press . 3. Rotate , move or , then press to select a track from the Music Search list. u Title information is displayed if found in the Grace note ® Album Info (Gracenote ® Media Database) stored [...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing H ard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio 266 You can select scan, repeat, and random modes when playing a track. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Sc an or Random/ Repeat , then press . 3. Rotate to select a mode, the n press . 1. Select More . 2. Select Scan or Random/Repeat . 3. Select a mode. ■ To tur[...]

Continued 267 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing Ha rd Disc Drive (HDD) Audio Change the playlist name, album name, genre, and track order of the current playlist. You can also delete tracks, playlists, and albums. ■ Editing an album 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Edit/Delete , then 3. Rotate to select Albums , then press .[...]

268 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing H ard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio ■ Editing a pl aylist 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Edit/Delete , then 3. Rotate to select Playlists , then u The pop-up menu appears on the screen. 4. To edit a playlist name: Rotate to select Edit name , then u Enter the name using the interface dial or [...]

269 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing Ha rd Disc Drive (HDD) Audio Continued ■ Creating a new playlist 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Edit/Delete , then 3. Rotate to select Playlists , then 4. Rotate to select Create New Playlist , then press . u Enter the name using the interface dial or the audio with touch screen, then [...]

270 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing H ard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio Change the track title, artist name, genr e and composer. You can also delete tracks. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Edit/Delete , then 3. Rotate to select Tracks , then press . 4. Rotate to select a track you want to edit or delete, then press . u The pop-up[...]

271 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing Ha rd Disc Drive (HDD) Audio Continued Music inform ation (album name, artist name, genre) can be acqu ired by accessing the Gracenote ® Album Info. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Edit/Delete , then 3. Rotate to select Albums , then press . 4. Rotate to select an album you want to edit,[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing H ard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio 272 Update the Gracenote ® Album Info (Gracenote ® Media Database) that is included with the navigation system . 1. Insert the update disc in to the d isc slot or connect the USB flash drive that includes the update. 2. Press the SETTINGS button in the HDD mode. 3. Rotate to [...]

273 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Play ing an iPod ® Continued Playing an iPod ® Connect the iPod ® using y our dock connector to th e USB port, then select the iPod mode. 2 USB Port P. 175 Audio/Information Scree n Audio with Touch Screen MENU Button Press to display the menu items. Album Bar Select to search for an album. Source Select t[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing an iPod ® 274 1. Select the album bar. u The image of the current album is displayed. 2. Select or icon to search for an album. u When the album image you a re looking for appears, select it to play. ■ How to Select an Album 1 How to Select an Album You cannot select an album while the vehicle is moving[...]

Continued 275 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Play ing an iPod ® 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Music Search , then press . 3. Rotate , move or , then press to select a song from the Music Search list. ■ How to Select a Song from th e Music Search List 1 How to Select a Song from the Music Search List You can control an iPod ?[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing an iPod ® 276 You can select repeat and shuffle modes when playing a file. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Shuffle/Repeat , then press . 3. Rotate to select a mode, then press . 1. Select More . 2. Select Shuffle/Repeat . 3. Select a mode. ■ To turn off a play mode 1. Press the MENU button[...]

277 uu Audio System Ba sic Operat ion u Song By Voic e TM (SBV) Continued Song By Voice TM (SBV) Use SBV to search for and play music from your HDD or iPod ® using voi ce commands. ■ To enable SBV 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select System Settings , then press . 3. Rotate to select Song by Voice , then press . 4. Rotate to select [...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Song B y Voice TM (SBV) 278 ■ Searching for music using SBV 1. Set the Song by Voice setting to On . 2. Press the (Talk) button and say “Music Search” to activate the SBV feature for the HDD and iPod ® . 3. Press the button and say a command. u Example 1: Say “(List) ‘Artist A’“ to view a list of so[...]

Continued 279 uu Audio System Ba sic Operat ion u Song By Voic e TM (SBV) Add phonetic modifications of difficult or fo reign words so that it is easier for SBV to recognize artists, songs, albums, and composers in voice commands when searching for music on the HDD or iPod ® . 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select System Settings , the[...]

280 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u 6. Rotate to select the item to modify (e.g., Artist ), then press . u The list of the selected item appears on the screen. 7. Rotate to select an entry (e.g., No Name ), th en pres s . u The pop-up menu appears on the screen. u The listen to the current phonetic modification, rotate to select Play , then pres[...]

281 uu Audio System Ba sic Operat ion u Playing Inte rnet Radio Continued Playing Internet Radio Connect a compatible phone through Bluetooth ® . You can also connect the phone using yo ur dock connector to the USB port. Make sure the audio setting is correct for the connection type. 2 USB/Bluetooth Co nnection Priority * P. 331 Select Source to s[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing Internet Radio 282 You can operate some of the Pandora ® menu items from your vehicle’s audi o system. The available items are: ■ Operating a menu item The menu items are shown in the lower half of the audio/information screen. Rotate to select an item and press . To select Change Sourc e , press the [...]

283 uu Audio System Ba sic Operat ion u Playing Inte rnet Radio You can operate some of the Aha TM menu items from your vehicle’s audio system. The available items are: ■ Operating a menu item The menu items are shown in the lower half of the audio/information screen. Rotate to select an item and press . To select Change So urce or St ations , [...]

284 uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing a USB Flash Driv e Playing a USB Flash Drive Your audio s ystem reads and plays sound fi les on a USB flash d rive in either MP3, WMA, or AAC *1 format. Connect your USB flash drive to the USB port, then select the USB mode. 2 USB Port P. 1 75 Audio/Information Scree n BACK Button Press to go back to t[...]

Continued 285 uu Audio System Ba sic Operatio n u Pla ying a USB Flash Driv e 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Music Search , then press . 3. Rotate , move or , then press to select a file from the Music Search list. ■ How to Select a File fro m the Music Search List 1 Playing a USB Flash Drive You can control a USB flash drive using[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playing a USB Flash Driv e 286 You can select scan, repeat, and random modes when playing a file. 1. Press the MENU button. 2. Rotate to select Sc an or Random/ Repeat , then press . 3. Rotate to select a mode, the n press . 1. Select More . 2. Select Random/Repeat . 3. Select a mode. ■ To turn off a play mode 1[...]

287 uu Audio System Ba sic Operat ion u Playing Bluetooth ® Audio Continued Playing Bluetooth ® Audio Your audio system all ows you to listen to music from your Bluetooth ® -compatible phone. This function is available when the phone is paired and connected to the vehicle's Bluetooth ® HandsFree Link ® (HFL) system. 2 Phone Setup P. 382 1[...]

uu Audio System Basi c Operation u Playi ng Bluetoot h ® Audio 288 1. Make sure that your phone is paired and connected to HFL. 2. Select the Bluetooth ® Audio mode. If the phone is not recognized, another HFL- compatible phone, which is not compatible for Bluetooth ® Audio, may already be connected. ■ To pause or resume a fi le 1. Press the M[...]

289 Audio Error Messages CD Player If a disc error occurs, you may see the following error messages. Error Message Cause Solution Unplayable File Track/file format not supported ● Current track/file will be skipped. The next supported track/file plays automatically. Bad Disc Please Check Owner’s Manual Push Ej ect Mechanical error ● Press the[...]

290 uu Audio Error Messa ges u Hard Disc D rive (HDD) Audio Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio If an error occurs while playing the Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio, you may se e the following error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer. Error Message Solution Navigation sys tem is suspended du e to low air pres sure. System will re[...]

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292 uu Audio Error Messa ges u Pandora ® Pandora ® If an error occurs while playing Pandora ® , you may see the following error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer. Error Message Solution Incompatib le USB Dev ice Please Check Owner’s Manual Appears when an inco mp atible device is connected . Disconnect the devic[...]

293 uu Audio Erro r Messages u Pandora ® Error Message Solution Unable to save rating. Unable to save bookmark or Unable to skip Appears when the commanded operati on is failed. Try again later. No data Appears when no data is available with Pandora ® activated. Reboot the app and reconnect the device. PANDORA ver unsupport Appears when Pandora ?[...]

294 uu Audio Error Messa ges u Aha TM Radio Aha TM Radio If an error occurs while playing Aha TM Radio, you may see the following error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer. Error Message Solution Cannot connect to HondaLi nk. When stopped, check your mobile device. Appears wh en the Aha TM app is not activated. Check y[...]

295 General Information on the Audio System XM ® Radio Service * 1. You need your radio ID ready before regist ering for subscription. To se e the ID in the display: Turn the selector kn ob or th e interface dial until 0 appears. 2. Have your radio ID and c redit card numb er ready, and either call or visit the XM ® website to subscribe. Switch t[...]

296 uu General In formation on the Audio Sy stem u R ecommended C Ds Recommended CDs • Use only high-quality CD-R or CD-RW discs labeled for audio use. • Use only CD-R or CD-RW discs on which the recordings are closed. • Play only standard round-shaped CDs. • Some software files may not allow for audio play or text data display. • Some ve[...]

297 uu General Inform ation on the Au dio System u Reco mmended CDs ■ Protecting CDs Follow these precautio ns when handli ng or storing CDs : • Store a CD in its case when it is not being played. • When wiping a CD, use a soft clean cloth from the center to the outside edge. • Handle a CD by its edge. Never touch either surface. • Never [...]

298 uu General In formation on the Audio Sy stem u Compatible iPod ® , iPhone ® , and USB Flash Driv es Compatible iPod ® , iPhone ® , and USB Flash Drives *1: Models with one display *2: Models with two display or the navigation system • Use a recommended USB flash drive of 256 MB or higher. • Some digital audio players may not be compatib[...]

299 Continued Customized Features Use the audio/information screen to customize certain features. ■ How to customize With the ignition switch is in ON ( w *1 , press the SETTINGS button. Rotate to select Audio Setting s , Phone Settings , Camera S ettings , Vehicle Settings , System Settings or Info Settings and press . 1 Customized Featur es Whe[...]

300 uu Customized Featur es u With the power mode in ON, press and hold the DISP button. Rotate to select Audio Settings , Phone Setting s , Camer a Settings , Vehicle Settings , Sy stem Settings or Info Settings and press . Models with two displays DISP Button Audio/Information Screen Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Features TOC[...]

Continued 301 uu Customized Featur es u ■ How to customize With the power mode in ON, press the SETTINGS button. Rotate to select Audio Settings , Phone Settings , Camera Settings , Vehicle Settings , System Settings , Info Settings , or Navi Settings and press . 1 Customized Featur es When you customize setting, make sure that the vehicle is at [...]

302 uu Customized Featur es u ■ Customization fl ow Models without na vigation system Clock Format Background Colo r Header Clock Display Factory data r eset Clock Adj ustment Press the SETTINGS button. Press and hold the DISP button. Models with one disp lay Models with two displays Language Default Edit Pair ing Code Bluetooth On/Off Bluetooth [...]

303 uu Customized Featur es u Continued “Trip B” Reset Timing Adjust Outside Temp . Display “Trip A” Reset Timing Keyless Access Light Flash Auto Light Sensitivity Auto Door Lock Auto Door Unlock Fuel Efficiency Backlight Forward Collision Warni ng Distance * Door Unlock Mode Interior Light Dimming Time Headlight Auto Off Timer Memory Posit[...]

304 uu Customized Featur es u Wallpape r Source Select Popup Clock Type Sound Default Cover Art Connect Bl uetooth Aud io Device Bluetooth Device Li st USB/Bluetoot h Connection Priority * Default Clock Adj ustment Clock Format Audio Settings Clock/ Wallpaper Type Info Settings * Not available on all models Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Features[...]

305 uu Customized Featur es u Continued Add Bluetooth Device Disconnect Edit Speed Dial Auto Transfer Auto Answer Ring Ton e Automatic Phone Sync Default Use Contact Photo *2 Enable Text Message *1 , Enable Text/Email *2 Select Ac count * Message Auto Reading New Text Message Alert *1 , New Text/Email Alert *2 *1: Models with one display *2: Models[...]

306 uu Customized Featur es u Display Show with Turn Signal Reference Lines Default *1 Default Default Fixed Guideline Dynamic Guideline Camera Settings LaneWatch * Rear Camera Brightnes s Contrast Black Level Color Tint *1: Models with two displays * Not available on all models Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Features TOC[...]

307 uu Customized Featur es u Continued ■ Customizatio n flow Models with navigation sys tem Song by Voice Song by Phoneti c Modificatio n Phoneb ook Phoneti c Modific ation Press the SETTINGS button. Volume Voice Prompt Message Auto Reading Volume Interface Dial Feedback Verbal Reminder Brightnes s Contrast Black level Bluetooth Status Bluetooth[...]

308 uu Customized Featur es u System Device Information Factory data reset Background C olor Header Clock Di splay Clock Reset Auto Time Zone * Auto Daylight * Clock Clock Adjustment Clock Format Clock Units Language Voice Command Tips Others Wallpaper Clock/Wallpaper Type * Not available on all models Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Features TOC[...]

309 uu Customized Featur es u Continued “Trip A” Reset Timing “Trip B” Reset Timing Fuel Efficiency Bac klight Language Selection * Adjust Outside Temp. Display Forward Collision Warning Distance ACC Pre-Running Car Detect Beep * ACC Display Speed Unit * Keyless Sta rt Guidanc e Screens Default Memory Position Link Door Unlock Mode Keyless [...]

310 uu Customized Featur es u Show with Turn Signal Reference Lines Next Maneuver Pop up Default Fixed Guidelin e Dynamic Guideline Default Default Sound Source Select Setup HD Radio Mode Cover Art Connect Bluetooth Au dio Device Bluetooth D evice List Recording from CD Recording Qual ity HDD Info Gracenote Album DB Info Update Update Gracenote Alb[...]

311 uu Customized Featur es u Continued Add Bluetooth Device Disconnect Default Phone Connect phone Edit Bluetooth Device Add Bluetooth Device Bluetooth Device List Edit Speed Dial Auto Transfer Auto Answer Ring Tone Automatic Phone Sync Use Contact Photo Default Default Enable Text/Email Select Account New Text/Email Alert Text/Email Phone Setting[...]

312 uu Customized Featur es u Auto Daylight * Clock Rese t INFO Screen Prefer ence Clock Format Auto Time Zone * Clock/Wallpaper Type Clock Adj ustment Clock Default Others Info Settings Navi Settings See Navigation System Manual. * Not available on all models Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Features TOC[...]

313 uu Customized Featur es u Continued ■ List of customizab le options *1 :Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings System Settings Display Brightness Changes the brightness of the audio/information screen. — Contrast Changes the contrast of the audio/information screen. — Black level Changes the blac[...]

314 uu Customized Featur es u *1 :Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Descri ption Selectable Se ttings System Setting s Clock Clock/ Wallpaper Type Clock Type Changes the clock di splay type. Analog / Digital *1 / Small Digital / Off Wallpaper ● Changes the wallpaper type. ● Imports an image file for a new wallpaper. ● Deletes [...]

315 uu Customized Featur es u Continued *1 :Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Vehicle Settings TPMS Calibration Cancels/Calibrates the TPMS. Cancel *1 / Calibrate Driver Assist System Setup * Forward Collision W arning Distance * Changes at which distance FCW alerts, or turns FCW on and o ff. Long / N[...]

316 uu Customized Featur es u *1 :Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Descri ption Selectable Se ttings Vehicle Setting s Keyless Access Setup * Door Unlo ck Mode Changes which doors unlock when you grab the driver’s door handle. Driver Door Only *1 / All Doors Keyless Access Light Flash Causes some exterior lights to blink when you[...]

317 uu Customized Featur es u Continued *1 :Default Setting *2 :Au tomatic transmission/CVT models Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Vehicle Settings Door Setup Auto Door Lock Changes the setting for the automatic locking feature. With Vehicle Speed *1 / Shift from P *2 / Off Auto Door Unlock Changes the setting for [...]

318 uu Customized Featur es u *1 :Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Descri ption Selectable Se ttings Audio Setting s Sound Adjusts the settings of the audio speaker’s sound. 2 Adjusting the Sound P. 185, P. 212 -6 ~ C *1 ~ +6 ( Bass , Treble , Fader , Balance and SUBW * ), Off / Low / Mid *1 / High ( SVC ) Source Select Popup Sel[...]

319 uu Customized Featur es u Continued Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Info Settings Clock/ Wall- paper type Clock Type See System Setting s on P. 313 to P. 314 Wallpaper Clock Adjustme nt Clock Format Default Cancels/ Resets all cus t omized items in the Info Settings group as default. Yes / No Home QRG Index 201[...]

320 uu Customized Featur es u *1 :Default Setting *2 :Models with two displays Setup Group Customizable Features Descri ption Selectable Se ttings Phone Setting s Connect Phone Pairs a new phone to HFL, connects or disconnects a paired phone. 2 Phone Setup P. 347 — Bluetooth D evice List Pairs a new phone to HFL , edits or deletes a paired phone,[...]

321 uu Customized Featur es u Continued *1 :Default Setting *2 :Models with one dis play *3 :Mo dels with two displays Setup Group Customizable Features Desc ription S electabl e Setting s Phone Settings Text/ Message *2 , Text/ Email *3 Enable Text Message *2 , Enable Text/Email *3 Turns the text message /E-mail function on and off. On *1 / Off Se[...]

322 uu Customized Featur es u *1 :Default Setting *2 :Models with two displays Setup Group Customizable Features Descri ption Selectable Se ttings Camera Setting s Lane- Watch * Show with Turn Signal Select whether the LaneWatch display comes on when you move the turn signal lever to the passenger side. On * 1 / Off Reference Lines Selects whether [...]

323 uu Customized Featur es u Continued ■ List of customizab le options *1 :Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings System Settings Display Brightness Changes the brightness of the audio/information screen. — Contrast Changes the contrast of the audio/information screen. — Black Level Changes the blac[...]

324 uu Customized Featur es u *1 :Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Descri ption Selectable Se ttings System Setting s Voice Recog. Volume Changes the volume of the voice prompt. — Voice Prompt Turns the voice prompt on and off. On *1 / Off Song by Voice Turns the Song By Voice TM on and off. 2 Song By Voice TM (SBV) P. 277 On *1 [...]

325 uu Customized Featur es u Continued *1 :Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings System Settings Clock Auto Daylight * Sets the navigation system to automatica lly adjust the clock (“spring ahead” or “fall back” by one hour) when a daylight saving time change occurs. On *1 / Off Clock Reset Reset[...]

326 uu Customized Featur es u *1 :Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Descri ption Selectable Se ttings Vehicle Setting s TPMS Calibration Cancels/Calibrates the TPMS. Cancel *1 / Calibrate Driver Assist System Setup * Forward Collision Warni ng Distanc e Changes at which distance FCW alerts, or turns FCW on and off. Long / Normal *1 [...]

327 uu Customized Featur es u Continued *1 :Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Vehicle Settings Driving Position Setup * Memory Position Link Changes the driver’s seat position to a stored setting. On *1 / Off Keyless Access Setup Door Unlock Mode Changes which doors unlo ck when you grab the driver?[...]

328 uu Customized Featur es u *1 :Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Descri ption Selectable Se ttings Vehicle Setting s Door Setup Auto Door Lock Changes the setting for the automatic locking featu re. With Vehicle Speed *1 / Shift from P / Off Auto Door Unlock Changes the setting for when the doors unlock automatically. All Doors W[...]

329 uu Customized Featur es u Continued *1 :Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Camera Settings Lane- Watch Show with Turn Signal Selects whether the LaneWatch display c omes on when you move the turn signal lever to the passenger side. On *1 / Off Reference Lines Selects whether the ref erence lines co[...]

330 uu Customized Featur es u *1 :Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Descri ption Selectable Se ttings Audio Setting s Sound Adjusts the settings of the audio speaker’s sound. 2 Adjusting the Sou nd P. 243 -6 ~ C *1 ~ +6 ( Bass , Treble , Fader , Balance and SUBW ), Off / Low / Mid *1 / High ( SVC ) Source Select Popup Selects whet[...]

331 uu Customized Featur es u Continued *1 :Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Audio Settings HDD Info Displays the HDD capacity. — Gracenote Album DB Info Updat e Update the Gracenote ® Album Info (Gracenote ® Media Database). Update from USB *1 / Update from CD Update Gracenote Album Info Update [...]

332 uu Customized Featur es u *1 :Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Descri ption Selectable Se ttings Phone Setting s Phone Auto Transfer Sets calls to automatically transfer from your phone to HFL when you enter the vehicle. On *1 / Off Auto Answ er Sets whether to automatically answer an incoming call after about four seconds. On [...]

333 uu Customized Featur es u *1 :Default Setting Setup Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings Info Settings Clock Clock/ Wallpaper type Clock See System Settings on P. 323 to P. 325. Wallpape r Clock Adjustment Clock Format Auto Time Zone * Auto Daylight * Clock Reset Other INFO Screen Preference Selects the top menu when the [...]

334 uu Customized Featur es u Defaulti ng All the Sett ings Defaulting All the Settings Reset all the menu and customized settings as the factory defaults. 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 1. Press and hold the DISP button. 2. Rotate to select System Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Other , then Factory data rese t . u The conf[...]

335 uu Customiz ed Features u Defaulting All the Settin gs Defaulting All the Settings Reset all the menu and customized settings as the factory defaults. 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select System Set tings , then press . 3. Rotate to select Factory data reset , then press . u The pop-up menu appears on t he screen. 4. Rotate to sele[...]

336 uu Customized Featur es u Deleting all HDD Data Deleting all HDD Data Reset all the menu and customized setting s, and delete all music data on the HDD. 1. Turn on the audio system and select the HDD mode. 2. Press the SETTINGS button. 3. Rotate to select Audio Setting s , then press . 4. Rotate to select Delete all HDD Data , then press . u Th[...]

337 Continued HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver * The HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver can be pr ogrammed to operate up to three remote controlled devices aro und your hom e, such as garage do ors, lighting, or home security systems. Refer to the safety information that com es wi th your garage d oor opener to test that the safety features are fun[...]

uu HomeLink ® Universal Transcei ver * u Training Ho meLink 338 ■ Training a Button 1 Training HomeLink Retraining a Button If you want to retra in a programmed button for a new device, you do not ha ve to erase all button memory. You can replace the existing memory code using this procedure: 1. Press and hold t he de sired HomeLink button until[...]

339 Continued Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® Bluetooth ® HandsFre eLink ® (HFL) allows you to place and receive phone c alls using your vehicle’s audio system, without han dling your cell phone. Using HFL (Pick-up) button: Press to answer an incoming call. (Hang-up/back) button: Press to end a call or to cancel a command. (Talk) button: Press to[...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u Using HFL 340 (Pick-up) button: Press to display the phone menu on half of the screen, or to answer an in comi ng call. (Hang-up/bac k) button: Press to end a call or to cancel a command. (Talk) button: Press to call a number with a stored voice tag, a phonebook name, or a number. Selector knob: Rotate to select a[...]

341 uu Bluetooth ® Han dsFreeLink ® u Using HFL The audio/information scr een notifies you when th ere is an incoming call. Certain manual functions are disabled or inoperable while the vehicle is in motion. You cannot select a grayed-out option until the vehicle is stopped. Only previously stored speed dial entries with voice tags, phonebook nam[...]

342 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus HFL Menus The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY ( q or ON ( w *1 to use HFL. ■ Phone Settings screen 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 1. Press and hold the DISP button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Settings , then press . 1 HFL Menus To use HFL, you must first pair your Bluet ooth - compatible cell ph[...]

343 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus Continued Select a phone number from the call history to store as a speed dial numbe r. Manual Input New Entry Import from Call History Import from Phonebook Enter a phone number to store as a speed dial number. Delete all of the previously stored speed dial number. *2 : Models with two displays Sel[...]

344 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus *1 : Appears only when a phone is connected to HFL. Turn the text message/E-mail funct ion on and off. Select Account * Select a mail or text message account. New Text Message Alert *2 New Text/Email Alert *3 Message Auto Reading Select whether a pop-up alert comes on the screen when HFL receives a n[...]

345 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus Continued ■ Phone screen 1. Press the PHONE button. 2. Press the MENU button to display the menu items. 1. Press the DISP button. 2. Rotate to select Phone , then press . Models with one disp lay Models with two displays Display the last 20 outgoing, incoming an d missed calls. Select a phone numb[...]

346 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus See the previous message. Text Me ssage *1, *2 Text/Email *1, *3 Read/Stop Select Account * Previous Mess age Next Message See the next message. System reads received message aloud, or stop message from being read. Phonebook *1 Display the paired phone’s phonebook. Message is read aloud. Reply Call[...]

Continued 347 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ To pair a cell pho ne (when there is no phone paired to the system) 1. Go to the Phone screen. 2 Phone screen P. 345 2. Rotate to select Yes , then press . 3. Make sure your phone is search or discoverable mode, then press . u HFL automatically searches for a Bluetooth dev ice. 4. When[...]

348 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ To pair a cell phone (when a phone has already been paired to the system) 1. Go to the Phone Settings screen. 2 Phone Settings s creen P. 342 2. Rotate to select Conn ect Phone , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Add Bluetooth De vice . 3. Make sure your phone is in search or discover[...]

Continued 349 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ To change the pairing code setting 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 1. Press and hold the DISP button. 2. Rotate to select System Set tings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Bluetooth , then Edit Pairin g Code . 3. Rotate to select Fixed or Random , then press . 1 To change [...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 350 ■ To replace an already-paired phone with a new phone 1. Go to the Phone Settings screen. 2 Phone Settings s creen P. 342 2. Rotate to select Bluetooth Device List , then press . 3. Rotate to select a paired phone you want to replace, then press . 4. Rotate to select Replace This Device , then pres[...]

351 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus Continued ■ To delete a paired phone 1. Go to the Phon e Settings screen. 2 Phone Settings screen P. 342 2. Rotate to select Bluetooth Device List , then press . 3. Rotate to select a phone you want to delete, then press . 4. Rotate to select Delete Th is Device , then press . 5. You will receive [...]

352 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ To turn on or off the text/E-mail function 1. Go to the Phone Settings screen. 2 Phone Settings s creen P. 342 2. Rotate to select Text Message , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Enable Text Message . u A pop-up menu appears on the screen. 2. Rotate to select Text/Email , then u Repe[...]

Continued 353 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ To turn on or off the text/E -mail notice 1. On the Text Message screen, rotate to select New Text Message Alert , then press . 1. On the Text/Email screen, rotate to select New Text/Email Alert , then u A pop-up menu appears on the screen. 2. Rotate to select On or Off , then ■ To s[...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 354 You can protect each of the six cell phones with a securi ty PIN. 1. Go to the Phone Settings screen. 2 Phone Settings s creen P. 342 2. Rotate to select Bluetooth Device List , then press . 3. Rotate to select a phone you want to add a security PIN to, then press . 4. Rotate to select Edit PIN , the[...]

355 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus Continued If you get into the vehicle while you are on the phone, the call can be automatically transferred to HFL. 1. Go to the Phon e Settings screen. 2 Phone Settings screen P. 342 2. Rotate to select Phone , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Auto Transf er . 3. Rotate to select On , [...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 356 You can change the ring tone setting. 1. Go to the Phone Settings screen. 2 Phone Settings s creen P. 342 2. Rotate to select Ph one , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Ring Tone . 3. Rotate to select Fixed , Mo bile Phone or Off , then pr ess . ■ Ring Tone 1 Ri ng Tone Fixed : The fixe[...]

Continued 357 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ W he n A u tom a tic Phon e S ync is s e t t o O n : When your phone is p aired, the contents of its phonebook and call histor y are automatically imported to HFL. ■ Changing the Automatic Phone Sync setting 1. Go to the Phon e Settings screen. 2 Phone Settings screen P. 342 2. Rotat[...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 358 Up to 20 speed dial numbers can be stored per phone. To store a speed dial number: 1. Go to the Phone screen. 2 Phone screen P. 380 Press the MENU button to display the menu items. 2. Rotate to select Speed Dial , then u Repeat the procedure to select New Entry . 3. Rotate to select a place to choose[...]

Continued 359 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ To add a vo ice tag to a stor ed speed dial number 1. Go to the Phon e Settings screen. 2 Phone Settings screen P. 342 2. Rotate to select Phone , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Edit Speed Dial . 3. Select an existing speed dial entry. u From the pop-up menu, rotate to s[...]

360 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ To delete a voice tag 1. Go to the Phone Settings screen. 2 Phone Settings s creen P. 342 2. Rotate to select Ph one , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Edit Speed Dial . 3. Select an existing speed dial entry. u From the pop-up me nu, rotate to select Edit , then press . 4. Rotate to[...]

Continued 361 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus You can make calls by inputting any phone number, or by using the imported phonebook, call histo ry, speed dial entries, or redial. ■ Making a Call 1 Ma king a Call Any voice-tagged speed di al entry, phonebook name, or number can be dialed by voice from most screens. Press the button an[...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 362 ■ To make a call using the imported phoneboo k 1. Go to the Phone screen. 2 Phone screen P. 345 Press the MENU button to display the menu items. 2. Rotate to select Phon ebook , then press . 3. Rotate to select a name, then press . u You can also search by letter. Rotate to select Alphabet Search ,[...]

Continued 363 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ To make a call using a phone number 1. Go to the Phone screen. 2 Phone screen P. 345 Press the MENU button to display the menu items. 2. Rotate to select Dial , then press . 3. Rotate to select a number, then 4. Rotate to select , then press . u Dialing starts automatically. ■ To mak[...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 364 ■ To make a call using the call history Call history is stored by All , Dialed , Received , and Miss ed . 1. Go to the Phone screen. 2 Phone screen P. 345 Press the MENU button to display the menu items. 2. Rotate to select Call His tory , then press . 3. Rotate to select All , Dialed , Received , [...]

365 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus Continued You can dial to th e last six numbers in the call history. 1. Select . 2. Select Call History . 3. Select 1-6 . u Dialing starts automatically. Audio w ith touch screen * * Not available on all models Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Features TOC[...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 366 ■ To make a ca ll using a speed dial entry 1. Go to the Phone screen. 2 Phone screen P. 345 Press the MENU button to display the menu items. 2. Rotate to select Speed Dial , then 3. Rotate to select a number, then press . u Dialing starts automatically. You can dial to the first six numbers in the [...]

Continued 367 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus When there is an inco ming call, an audible notification sounds (if activated) and the Incoming C all screen appears. Press the button to answer the call. Press the button to decline or end the call. ■ Receiving a Call 1 Rec eiving a Call Call Waiting Press the button to put the current [...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 368 The following options are available during a call. Mute : Mute your voice. Transfer : Transfer a call from HFL to your phone. Touch Tones : Send numbers during a call. This is useful when you call a menu- driven phone system. Pres the MENU button to display the options. The available options ar e sho[...]

Continued 369 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus HFL can display newly received text messages as well as 20 of the most recently received messages on a linked cell ph one. Each received message can be read aloud and replied to using a fixed common phrase. HFL can also display E-mails. 1. A pop-up appears and notifies you of a new text me[...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 370 If a paired phone has text message or mail accounts, you can select one of them to be active and receive notifications. 1. Go to the Phone Settings screen. 2 Phone Settings s creen P. 342 2. Rotate to select Text/Email , then u Repeat the procedure to select Select Account . 3. Rotate to select Text [...]

Continued 371 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ Displaying text message s 1. Go to the Phone screen. 2 Phone screen P. 345 Press the MENU button to display the menu items. 2. Rotate to select Text Message , then press . 2. Rotate to select Text/Email , then u Select account if necessary. 3. Rotate to select a message, then u The tex[...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 372 ■ Displaying E-mails 1. Go to the Phone screen. 2 Phone screen P. 345 2. Rotate to select Text/Email , then u Select account if necessary. 3. Rotate to select a folder, then press . 4. Rotate to select a message, then u The E-mail is displayed. The system automatically starts reading the message al[...]

Continued 373 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ Using the Stop or Rea d option 1. Go to the text message or E-mail screen. u The system automatica lly starts reading the message aloud. 2 Displaying Messages P. 371 2. Press to have the pop-up menu appear on the screen. 3. Rotate to select Stop or Read , then press . 1 Using the Stop [...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 374 ■ Reply to a message 1. Go to the text message or E-mail scree n. u The system a utomatically starts reading the message aloud. 2 Displaying Messages P. 371 2. Press to have the pop-up menu appear on the screen. 3. Rotate to select Reply , then press . 4. Rotate to select the re ply message, then p[...]

375 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ Making a ca ll to a sender 1. Go to the text message screen. u The system automatica lly starts reading the message aloud. 2 Displaying text message s P. 371 2. Press to have the pop-up menu appear on the screen. 3. Rotate to select Call , then press . Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Features T[...]

376 Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) allows you to place and receive pho ne calls using your vehicle’s navigation system , without handling your cell phone. Using HFL (Pick-up) button: Press to go to the Phone Call screen or to answer an incoming call. (Hang-up/bac k) button: Press to end a call or to cancel a com[...]

377 uu Bluetooth ® Han dsFreeLink ® u Using HFL The audio/information scr een notifies you when th ere is an incoming call. Certain manual functions are disabled or inoperable while the vehicle is in motion. You cannot select a grayed-out option until the vehicle is stopped. Only previously stored speed dial entries with voice tags, phonebook nam[...]

378 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus HFL Menus The power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON to use HFL. ■ Phone Settings screen 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Settings , then press . 1 HFL Menus To use HFL, you must first pair your Bluet ooth - compatible cell phone to th e system while the vehicle is parked. Som[...]

379 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus Continued Text/ Email *1 Manual Input Edit Speed Dial New Entry Import from Call History *1 : Appears only when a phone is connected to HFL. Import from Phonebook Delete All Delete all the previously stored speed dial numbers. Select a phone number from the call history to store as a speed dial numb[...]

380 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ Phone screen 1. Press the PHONE button. 2. Press the MENU button to display the menu items. Select a phone number from the call history to store as a speed dial number. Speed Dial *1 Manual Input New Entry Import from Call History Import from Phonebook Select a phone number from the phonebook to [...]

381 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus Continued Text/Email *1 Message is read aloud. *1: Appears only when a phone is connected to HFL. See the previous message. (Read/Stop) Previous Next See the next message. System reads received message aloud, or stop message from being read. Reply Call Reply to a received message us ing one of six f[...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 382 ■ To pair a cell phon e (when there is no phone paired to the system) 1. Press the PHONE button. 2. Rotate to select Yes , then pr ess . 3. Make sure your phone is search or discoverable mode, then press . u HFL automatically searches for a Bluetooth device. 4. When your phone appears on the list, [...]

383 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus Continued ■ To pair a cell phone (when a phone has already been paired to the system) 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Connect Phone , then Add B luetooth Device . 3. Make sure your phone is in search or discoverable m[...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 384 ■ To change the pairi ng code sett ing 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select System Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Edit Pairing Code . 3. Rotate to select Fixed or Rand om , then press . 1 To change the pairing code setting The pairing code may be si x or four [...]

Continued 385 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ To replace an already-pair ed phone with a new phone 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Bluetooth Device Li st . 3. Rotate to select a paired phone you want to replace, then press . 4. Rotate to select Replac[...]

386 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ To delete a paire d phone 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Bluetooth De vice List . 3. Rotate to select a phone you want to delete, then press . 4. Rotate to select Delete This Device , then press . 5. You will receiv[...]

Continued 387 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ To turn on or o ff the tex t/E-mail function 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Enable Text/Email . u A pop-up menu appears on the screen. 3. Rotate to select On or Off , then ■ To turn on or off the text/E[...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 388 ■ To set up the auto reading option 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select System Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Message Auto Reading . u A pop-up menu appears on the screen. 3. Rotate to select On , Off or Auto , then press . 1 To set up the auto reading option[...]

Continued 389 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus You can protect each of the six cell phones with a security PIN. 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Bluetooth Device Li st . 3. Rotate to select a phone you want to add a security PIN to, then press . 4. Rotate t[...]

390 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus Edit the user name of a paired phone as follows: 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Bluetooth De vice List . 3. Rotate to select a phone you want to edit, then press . 4. Rotate to select Edit Device Name , then press . 5. [...]

391 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus Continued If you get into the vehicle while you are on the phone, the call can be automatically transferred to HFL. 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Auto Transf er . 3. Rotate to select On , then press . You can set HFL [...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 392 You can change the ring tone setting. 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Ring Tone . 3. Rotate to select Fixed , Mo bile Phone or Off , then pr ess . ■ Ring Tone 1 Ri ng Tone Fixed : The fixed ring tone sounds from the sp[...]

Continued 393 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ W he n A u tom a tic Pho ne Syn c is s e t t o O n: When your phone is p aired, the contents of its phonebook and call histor y are automatically imported to HFL. ■ Changing the Automatic Phone Sync setting 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Settings , then press[...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 394 Up to 20 speed dial numbers can be stored per phone. To store a speed dial number: 1. Press the PHONE button. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Rotate to select Speed Dial , then u Repeat the procedure to select New Entry . 4. Rotate to select a place to choose a number from, then press . From Import from[...]

Continued 395 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ To add a vo ice tag to a stor ed speed dial number 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Edit Speed Dial . 3. Select an existing speed dial entry. u From the pop-up menu, rotate to select Edit , then press . 4. [...]

396 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ To delete a voice tag 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Edit Speed Dial . 3. Select an existing speed dial entry. u From the pop-up me nu, rotate to select Edit , then press . 4. Rotate to select Voice Tag , then u Fro[...]

Continued 397 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus Add phonetic modifications or a new voice tag to the phone’s contact name so that it is easier for HFL to recognize voice commands. ■ To add a new voice tag 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select System Set tings , then press . 3. Rotate to select Phonebook Phonetic Modifica[...]

398 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 5. Rotate to select New Voice Tag , then press . 6. Move or and rotate to select a contact name, then press . u The pop-up menu appears on the screen. 7. Rotate to select Modify , then press . 8. Using the button, fo llow the prompt s to complete the voice tag. 9. You will receive a confirmation mess[...]

Continued 399 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ To modi fy a voice tag 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select System Set tings , then press . 3. Rotate to select Phonebook Phonetic Modification , then press . 4. Rotate to select the phon e you want to add phonetic modification to, then 5. Rotate to select a contact name y[...]

400 uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ To delete a modified voice tag 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select System Settings , then press . 3. Rotate to select Phonebook Phon etic Modificatio n , then press . 4. Rotate to select the phone you want to delete phonetic modification, then 5. Rotate to select a contact name you [...]

401 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus Continued ■ To delete all modified voice tags 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select System Set tings , then press . 3. Rotate to select Phonebook Phonetic Modification , then press . 4. Rotate to select the phon e you want to delete phonetic modification, then u The contact name list a[...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 402 You can make calls by inputting any ph one number, or by using the imported phonebook, call his tory, speed dial entries, or redial. ■ Making a Call 1 Ma king a Call Any voice-tagged speed di al entry, phonebook name, or number can be dialed by voice from most screens. Press the button and say “C[...]

Continued 403 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ To make a call us ing the imported phonebook 1. Press the PHONE button. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Rotate to select Phonebook , the n press . 4. The phonebook is sto red alphabetically. Move to Search . u You can use the keyboard on the touch screen for an alph abetical search. 5. Ro[...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 404 ■ To make a call using a phon e number 1. Press the PHONE button. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Rotate to select Dial , then press . 4. Rotate to select a number, then 5. Rotate to select , then press . u Dialing starts automatically. ■ To make a call using redial 1. Press the PHONE button. 2. Pre[...]

Continued 405 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ To make a call usin g the call history 1. Press the PHONE button. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Rotate to select Call History , then press . 4. Move or to select All , Dialed , Received , and Missed . 5. Rotate to select a number, then u Dialing starts automatically. ■ To make a call [...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 406 When there is an incoming call, an audible notification sounds (if activated) and the Incoming call screen appears. Press the button to answer the call. Press the button to decline or end the call. ■ Receiving a Call 1 Rec eiving a Call Call Waiting Press the button to put the current c all on hold[...]

Continued 407 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus The following options ar e available during a call. Mute : Mute your vo ice. Transfer : Transfer a call fro m HFL to your phone. Touch Tones : Send numbers during a call. This is useful when you call a menu- driven phone system. The available options are shown on the Phone screen. Rotate t[...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 408 HFL can display newly received text messages and E-mails as well as 20 of the most recently received messages on a linked cell phone. Each received message can be read aloud and replied to using a fixed common phrase. 1. A pop-up appears and notifies you of a new text message or E-mail. 2. Rotate to [...]

Continued 409 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus If a paired phone has text message or mail acco unts, you can select one of them to be active and receive notifications. 1. Press the SETTINGS button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Settings , then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Select Account . 3. Rot at e to se lec t T ext mes sag e[...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 410 ■ Displaying text messages 1. Press the PHONE button. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Rotate to select Text/Email , then u Select account if necessary. 4. Rotate to select a message, then u The text message is displayed. The system automatically starts reading the message aloud. ■ Displaying Message[...]

Continued 411 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ Displaying E-mails 1. Press the PHONE button. 2. Press the MENU button. 3. Rotate to select Text/Email , then 4. Rotate to select a folder, then press . 5. Rotate to select a message, then u The E-mail is displayed. The system automat ically star ts reading the message aloud. 1 Display[...]

uu Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus 412 ■ Read or stop r eading a mess age 1. Go to the text message or E-mail scree n. u The system a utomatically starts reading the message aloud. 2 Displaying Messages P. 410 2. Press to stop reading. Press again to start reading the message from the beginning. ■ Reply to a message 1. Go to the text [...]

413 uu Bluetoo th ® HandsFreeLink ® u HFL Menus ■ Making a ca ll to a sender 1. Go to the text message screen. u The system automatica lly starts reading the message aloud. 2 Displaying text message s P. 410 2. Move and rotate to select Call , then press . John 0123456789#### Reply Call Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Features TOC[...]

414 Compass * When you set the power mode to ON, the compass self-calibrate s, and the co mpass display appears. Compass Calibration If the compass indicates the wrong direction, or the CAL indicator blinks, you need to manually calibrate the system. 1. Set the power mode to ON. 2. On the top screen of any audio source, press and hold for 5 seconds[...]

415 uu Compass * u Compass Zon e Selection Compass Zone Selection 1. Set the power mode to ON. 2. On the top screen of any audio source, press and hold for 5 seconds . u The display swit ches to the Compass Settings screen. 3. Rotate to select Zone Adjust , then press . u The display shows the current zone number. 4. Rotate to select the zone numbe[...]

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417 Driving This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories. Before Driving Driving Preparation .......................... 418 Maximum Load Limit........................ 421 Towing a Trailer Towing Preparation ..................... ..... 423 Driving Safely with a Trailer ......... ..... 425 Towing Your Vehicl[...]

418 Driving Before Driving Driving Preparation Check the following items be fore you start driving. • Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior lights, or other parts of the vehicle. u Remove any frost, snow, or ice. u Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of vision while drivi[...]

Continued 419 uu Before Driving u Driving Preparation • Store or secure all items on board properly. u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, sto pping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe. 2 Maximum Load Limit P. 421 • Do not pile items higher than the seat height. u They can b[...]

420 uu Before Driving u Driving Preparation • Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under th e seats. u They can interfere with the driver's ability to operate the pedals, t he operation of the seats, or the o peration of the sensors un der the seats. • Everyone in the ve hicle must fasten their seat belt. 2 [...]

421 uu Before Driving u Maximum Load Limit Continued Maximum Load Limit 1 Ma ximum Load Limit Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): The maximum allowable we ight of the vehicle, all occupants, all a ccessories, all cargo, and the tongue load. 2 Specifications P. 570 P. 572 Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR): The maximum al lowable weight of the vehicle [...]

422 uu Before Driving u Maximum Load Limi t Load Limits Example Example1 Max Load 850 lbs (385 kg) Passenger Weight 150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo Weight 550 lbs (249 kg) Example2 Max Load 850 lbs (385 kg) Passenger Weight 150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo Weight 100 lbs (45 kg) Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Driv[...]

423 Continued Towing a Trailer Towing Preparation Your vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper equipment, and follow the towing guidelin es. Check the load limits before driving. ■ Total trailer weight Maximum allowable weight of the trailer, cargo, and everything in or on it must not exceed 1,000 lbs (4[...]

uu Towin g a Trailer u Towing Preparat ion 424 Towing equipment varies by the size of your trailer, ho w much load you are t owing, and where you are towing. ■ Hitches The hitch must be of an approved type and properly bolted to the underbody. ■ Safety chains Always use safety chains when you tow a trailer. Leave eno ugh slack to allow the trai[...]

425 uu Towing a Trailer u Driving Safely with a Trailer Continued Driving Safely with a Trailer • Have the trailer properly servic ed and keep it in good condition. • Make sure that all the weights and load in the vehicle and trailer are within limits. 2 Towing Lo ad Limits P. 423 • Securely attach the hitch, safety chains, and other necessar[...]

426 uu Towin g a Trailer u Towing Your Vehicle • Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the red (Hot) m ark, turn off the heating and cooling system * /climate control system * and reduce speed. Pull to the side of the road safely to cool d own the engine if necessary. • Shift to the ( S position if the transmission shifts frequently. Towi[...]

427 Continued When Driving Starting the Engine 1. Make sure the parkin g brake is applied. 2. Check that the shift lever is in ( P , then depress the brake pedal. u Although it is possible to start the vehicle in ( N , it is safer to start it in ( P . 2. Check that the shift lever is in ( N . Then depress the brake pedal with your right foot, and t[...]

uu When Driving u Star ting the Engine 428 3. Turn the ignition switch to START ( e without depressing the accelerator pedal. 1. Keeping your right foot on the brake peda l, release the parking brake. Check that the brake system indicator has gone off. 2 Parking Brake P. 4 73 2. Put the shift lever in ( D . Select ( R when reversing. 3. Gradually r[...]

429 uu When Driving u Starting the Engine Continued Starting the Engine 1. Make sure the parkin g brake is applied. 2. Check that the shift lever is in ( P , then depress the brake pedal. u Although it is possible to start the vehicle in ( N , it is safer to start it in ( P . 2. Check that the shift lever is in ( N . Then depress the brake pedal wi[...]

uu When Driving u Star ting the Engine 430 3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button without depressing the accelerator pedal. All models 1 Starting the Engine Bring the smart entr y remote close to the ENGINE START/STOP button if the battery in the smart entry remote is weak . 2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 552 The engine may not start[...]

431 uu When Driving u Starting the Engine Continued You can turn the engine off when the vehic le is completely stopped. 1. Shift to ( P . 2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button. • If the shift lever is in ( N , press the ENGINE START/STOP button. • If the shift lever is in any gear other than ( N , depress the clutch pedal, then press the ENGIN[...]

uu When Driving u Star ting the Engine 432 ■ Hill start assist system Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged br iefly to help prevent the vehicle from rolling on inclines as yo u move your fo ot from the brake pedal to the accelerator. Depress the clutch pedal, and shift to ( 1 when facing uphill, or ( R when facing downhill, then release the [...]

433 uu When Driving u Precautions While Driving Precautions While Driving Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or driveline, or cause electrical component failure. If there is a strong impact with som ething under the vehicle, stop in a safe location. Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid[...]

434 uu When Driving u Automat ic Transmission/ CVT Automatic Transmission/CVT The engine runs at a higher id le speed and creeping increases. Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped. Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the transmission to drop to a lower gear, unexpectedl y increasing vehicle speed. De[...]

435 uu When Driving u Shifting Continued Shifting Change the shift position in accordance with your driving needs. ■ Shift lever positions Automatic transmission (CVT) models without paddle shifter s 1 Shifting You cannot turn the ignition switch to LOCK ( 0 *1 and remove the ke y unless the sh ift lever is in ( P . The vehicle may move forward v[...]

uu When Driving u Shif ting 436 ■ Shift Lever Operation 1 Shi ft Lever Operation NOTIC E When you change the shift lever from ( D to ( R and vice versa, come to a complete stop and keep the brake pedal depressed. Operating the shift lever be fore the vehicle has come to a complete standstill can damage the transmission. Use the shift lever positi[...]

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uu When Driving u Shif ting 438 ■ Shift Lever Operation 1 Shi ft Lever Operation NOTIC E When you change the shift lever from ( D to ( R and vice versa, come to a complete stop and keep the brake pedal depressed. Operating the shift lever be fore the vehicle has come to a complete standstill can damage the transmission. Use the shift lever positi[...]

Continued 439 uu When Driving u Shifting Use the paddle shifters to change between 1st and 7th speeds wi thout removing your hands from the steering wheel. The transmission switches to the 7-speed manual shift mode when you pull a paddle shifter wh ile driving. This mode is useful when engine braking is needed. ■ When the shift lever is in ( D : [...]

uu When Driving u Shif ting 440 ■ 7-Speed Manual Shift Mode Ope ration 1 7-Speed Manual Shift Mode Operation Each paddle shift operati on makes a single speed change. To change continuously, re lease the paddle shifter before pulling it agai n for the next speed. Recommended Shift Points Use this table as a guide line for effi cient fuel economy [...]

441 uu When Driving u Shifting Continued Shifting Change the shift position in accordance with your driving needs. ■ Shift lever positions Automatic transmi ssion models 1 Shifting You cannot change the pow er mode from ON to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) unless the shift le ver is in ( P . The vehicle may move forward very slightly even in ( N while th e e[...]

uu When Driving u Shif ting 442 ■ Shift Lever Operation 1 Shi ft Lever Operation NOTIC E When you change the shift lever from ( D to ( R and vice versa, come to a complete stop and keep the brake pedal depressed. Operating the shift lever be fore the vehicle has come to a complete standstill can damage the transmission. Use the shift lever positi[...]

443 uu When Driving u Shifting Continued Shifting Fully depress the clutch pedal to operate the shift lever and change gears, then slowly release the pedal. Depress the clutch pedal, and pause fo r a few seconds before shifting into ( R , or shift into one of the forward gears for a mo ment. This stops the gears so they do not “grind.” ■ Shif[...]

uu When Driving u Shif ting 444 When you are not shifti ng, do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal. This can cause your clutch to wear out faster. 1 Shifting Recommended Shift Points Driving in the highest gear that allows the engine to run and accelerate smoothly helps to optimize fuel economy and effective em issions control. The following shi[...]

445 uu When Driving u Shifting The manual transmission has a lockout mech anism that stops yo u from accidentally shifting into ( R from a forward gear while the ve hicle is moving above a certain speed. If you cannot shift to ( R when the v ehicle is st opped, do the following : 1. Depress the clutch pedal, move the shift lever all the way to the [...]

446 uu When Driving u ECON B utton ECON Button The ECON button turns the ECON mode on and off. The ECON mode helps you improve your fu el economy by adjusting th e performance of the engine, transmission, heating and cooling system/climate control system, and cruise control. * * Not available on all models Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Driving T[...]

447 uu When Driv ing u Cr uise Control * Continued Cruise Control * Maintains a constant vehicle speed without having to keep your foot on the accelerator. Use cruise con trol on freeways or open roads where you can travel at a constant speed with little ac celeration or deceleration. 1 Cruise Control * It may not be possible to maintai n a consta [...]

448 uu When Driving u Cruise C ontrol * Take your foot off the pedal and press the –/SET button when you reach the desired speed. The moment you release the –/SET button, the set speed is fixed, and cruise control begins. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator comes on. ■ To Set the Vehicle Speed –/SET Button On when cruise control beg ins Press and [...]

449 uu When Driv ing u Cr uise Control * Increase or decrease the vehicle speed using the RES/+ or –/SET buttons on the steering wheel. • Each time you press the button, the vehicl e speed is increased or decreased by about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • If you keep the button pressed , the vehicl e speed increases or decreases until you release it. Thi[...]

450 uu When Driving u ACC (Ada ptive Cruise Control) * ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control) * Maintains a constant vehicle speed and a sa fe distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you with out having to keep your foot on the brake pedal or accelerator. 1 ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control) * Important S afety Reminde r As with any syst em, there[...]

Continued 451 uu When Driving u ACC (Adap tive Cruise Control) * Take your foot off the pedal and press the –/SET button when you reach the desired speed. The moment you release the –/SET button, the set speed is fixed, and adaptive cruise control begins. u A vehicle icon and distance bars appear on the mult i-info rmation display. ■ To Set t[...]

uu When Driving u ACC (Ada ptive Cruise Control) * 452 The radar sensor monitors th e distance be tween your vehicle and a vehicle ahead of you. When the sensor detects a change in distance, the system compensates it by accelerating or braking your vehicle in order to maintain the cruising speed you previously set. ■ When in Oper ation 1 When in [...]

Continued 453 uu When Driving u ACC (Adap tive Cruise Control) * ■ There is no vehicle ahead Your vehicle cruises at the set speed. ■ A vehicle ahead is within ACC range and going slower than the set s peed Your vehicle slows down, and maintains the same speed as the speed of the vehicle ahead. ■ A vehicle ahead is within ACC ra nge and going[...]

uu When Driving u ACC (Ada ptive Cruise Control) * 454 Increase or decrease the vehicle speed using the RES/+ or –/SET buttons on the steering wheel. • Each time you press the button, the vehicl e speed is increased or decreased by about 1 mph or 1 km/h accordingly. • If you keep the button pressed, the vehicl e speed increases or decreases b[...]

455 uu When Driving u ACC (Adap tive Cruise Control) * Continued Press the (distance) button to change ACC range. Each time you press the button, the ACC range for the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you changes to short, middle, long an d extra long. The faster you select the set speed, the long er the short, middle, long or[...]

uu When Driving u ACC (Ada ptive Cruise Control) * 456 To cancel adaptive cruise control, do any of the following: • Press the CANCEL button. • Press the MAIN button. u ACC Off appears on the mu lti- information display. • Depress the brake pedal. ■ Automatic cancellation The beeper sounds and a me ssage appears on the multi- information di[...]

457 uu When Driving u ACC (Adap tive Cruise Control) * Press and hold the (distance) button for one second. Cruise Mode Selected appears on the multi-informa tion display for two seconds, and then the mode switches to Cruise . To switch back to ACC , press and hold th e button again for one second. ■ To Switch ACC to Cruise Control 1 To Switch AC[...]

458 uu When Driving u Forward Collision Warning (FCW) * Forward Collision Warning (FCW) * Alerts you when it detects the possibi lity of your vehicle col liding with the vehicle i n front of yours. If the system determines a collision is poss ibl e, it gives both visual and audible alerts, including a heads-up warning th at flashes on the windshiel[...]

Continued 459 uu When Driv ing u Fo rward Collision Warning (FCW) * 1 Forwa rd Collision Warning (FCW) * Never apply a film or attach any objects to the windshield that could obs truct the FC W camera's field of vision. Scratches, nicks, and othe r damage to the windshield within the FCW camera 's fi eld of vision can cause the system to [...]

uu When Driving u Forward Collision Warning (FCW) * 460 ■ Automatic shutoff FCW may automatically shut itself off and the FCW indicator comes an d stays on when: • The temperature inside the system is high. • The windshield is blocked by di rt, mud, leaves, wet snow, etc. • You drive off-road or on a mounta in ro ad, or curved and wi nding [...]

461 uu When Driv ing u Fo rward Collision Warning (FCW) * FCW may not activate or may not detect a vehic le in front of your vehi cle, and may activate even when you are aw are of a vehicl e ahead of you, or when there is no vehicle ahead under the following conditions. ■ FCW Limitati ons Condition Models with mu lti- information display Models w[...]

462 uu When Driving u Lane Dep arture Warning (L DW) * Lane Departure Warning (LDW) * Alerts you when the system detects a possibility of your vehicle unintentionally crossing over left or right side lane markings. If your vehicle is getting too close to detected left or right side lane markings without a turn signal activated, LD W will give audib[...]

Continued 463 uu When Driv ing u La ne Departure Warning ( LDW) * The system begins to search for la ne marki ngs when all the following conditions are met: • The vehicle is traveling between at 40-90 mph (64-145 km/h ). • The vehicle is on a straight or slightly curved road. • The turn signals are off. • The brake pedal is not pressed. The[...]

464 uu When Driving u Lane Dep arture Warning (L DW) * LDW may not activate or may not recogniz e lanes, and may activate even when keeping in the middle of a lane under the following conditions. ■ LDW Limitations Condition ● When you drive in bad weather (rain, fog, etc.). ● A heavy load in the rear or modificati ons to the suspension tilts [...]

465 uu When Driving u VSA ® (Vehicle Sta bility Assist ), aka ESC (El ectronic Stab ility Control ), System Continued VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist ), aka ESC (Electronic Stability Control), System VSA ® helps to stabilize the vehicl e during corn ering if the vehicle turns more or less than what was intended. It also assists in maintaining tr[...]

uu When Driving u VSA ® (Ve hicle Stabil ity Assist), aka ESC (Elect ronic Stabil ity Control ), System 466 This button is on the driver side control panel. To turn the VSA ® system on and off, press and hold it until you hear a beep. VSA ® will stop and the indicator will come on. To turn it on again, press the (VSA ® OFF) button until you hea[...]

467 uu When Driving u LaneWatch TM * Continued LaneWatch TM * Is an assistance system that allows yo u to check the passenger side rear areas displayed on the audio/information screen when the turn signal is activated to the passenger’s side. A camera i n the passenge r side door mirror monitors these areas and allows you to check for ve hicle, i[...]

uu When Driving u LaneWat ch TM * 468 ■ Customizing the LaneWatc h settings You can customize the following items usi ng the audio/information screen . • Show with Turn Signal : Selects whether LaneWatch monitor comes on when you operate the tu rn signal l ight lever. • Reference Lines : Selects whether the reference lines appear on the LaneW[...]

469 uu When Driving u TPMS (Ti re Pressu re Monitori ng System) Continued TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys tem) Instead of directly measuring the pressure in each tire, the TPMS on this vehicle monitors and compares the rolling radius and rotational characteristics of each wheel and tire while you are driving to determine if one or more tires are[...]

uu When Driving u TPMS (T ire Pressure Monitoring S ystem) 470 Press and hold the TPMS button until the low tire pressure/TPMS indi cator blinks twice, indicating the calibration process has begu n. • If the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator does not blink, confirm the above conditions then press and hold the TPMS button again. • The calibration[...]

471 uu When Driving u Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TP MS) - Require d Federal Ex planation Continued U.S. models Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Driving TOC Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthl y when cold and inflated to the inflation press[...]

472 uu When Driving u Tire Pressure Mo nitoring S ystem (TPMS) - Require d Federal Ex planation Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance , and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under- inflation has not reached the level to trigger illum[...]

473 Continued Braking Brake System Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parking. To apply: Pull the lever fully up without pressing the release button. To release: 1. Pull the lever slightly, and press and hold the release button. 2. Lower the lever down all the way, then release the button. ■ Parking Brake 1 Parking Brake NO[...]

uu Brakin g u Brak e System 474 Your vehicle is equipped with disc brakes at all four wheels. A vacuum power assist helps reduce the effort needed on the brake pedal. The brake assist system increases the stopping force when you depress th e brake pedal hard in an emergency situation. The anti-lock brake syste m (ABS ) helps you retain steering con[...]

475 uu Braking u ABS (Anti-lo ck Brake Sys tem) ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) Helps prevent the wheels from locking up, and helps you retain steering control by pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than you. The electronic brake distribu tion (EBD) system, which is part of the ABS, also balances the front-to-rear braking distributi on according t[...]

476 uu Brakin g u Brak e Assist Syst em Brake Assist System Designed to assist the driver by generating greater braking force when y ou depress the brake pedal hard during emergency braking. ■ Brake assist system operation Press the brake pedal firmly for more powerful braking. When brake assist operates, the pedal ma y wiggle slightly and an ope[...]

477 Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped 1. Depress the brake pedal firmly. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake. 3. Move the shift lever from ( D to ( P . 3. Move the shift lever to ( R . 4. Turn off the engine. Always set the parking brake firmly, in pa rticular if you are parked on an incline. 1 Parking Your Vehicle Do not park your vehicle near flamm[...]

478 Multi-View Rear Camera About Your Multi-View Rear Camera The audio/information screen can disp lay your vehicle’s rear view. The displ ay automatically changes to the rear view when t h e shift lever is moved to ( R . You can view three different camera angl es on the rearview display. Press the selector knob to switch the angle. If the last [...]

479 Rearview Camera About Your Rearview Camera The audio/information screen can di splay your vehicle’s rear view. The display automatically changes to a rear view when the shift lever is moved to ( R . The rearview camera has a un ique lens that makes object s appear closer or further than they actually are. ■ Rearview Camera Display Area Mode[...]

480 Refueling Fuel Information ■ Fuel recommendation Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persis tent, heavy metallic knocking nois e that can lead to engine damage. ■ Top tier detergent gaso line Because the level of detergen cy and additive s i n gasoline vary in the market, Honda endorses the use of “TOP TIER Deterg ent Gasoline” w[...]

481 uu Refueling u How to Refuel How to Refuel 1. Stop your vehicle with the service station pump on the left side of the vehicle in the rear. 2. Turn off the engine. 3. Push on the fuel fill door release handle at the foot of the driver’s seat. u The fuel fill door opens. 4. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. If you hear a release of air, wait unt[...]

482 Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy Fuel economy depends on several c onditions, including driving conditions, your driving habits, th e condition of your vehi cle, and loading. Depending on these and other conditions, you may o r may not achieve the rated fuel economy o f this vehicle. You can optimize your fuel econo my with proper mainten an[...]

483 Accessories and Modifications Accessories When installing accessori es, check the following: • Do not install accessories on the windsh ield. They can obstruct your view and delay your reaction to driving condi tions. 2 Forward Coll ision Warning (FCW) * P. 458 2 Lane Departure Warning (LDW) * P. 462 • Do not install accessories on the side[...]

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485 Maintenance This chapter discusses basic maintenance. Before Performing Maintenance Inspection and Maintenance ............ 486 Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 487 Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 488 Maintenance Minder TM ..................... 489 Maintenance Under the Hood Mainte[...]

486 Maintenance Before Performing Maintenance Inspection and Maintenance For your safety, perform all listed inspecti ons and maintenance to keep your vehicle in good condition. If you beco me aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. (Note, however, [...]

487 uu Before Performing Ma intenance u Sa fety When Perfor ming Maintenance Safety When Performing Maintenance Some of the most important safe ty precautions are given he re. However, we cannot warn you of every conceivabl e hazard that c an arise in performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task. • To[...]

488 uu Before Per forming Maintenance u Parts and Fluids Use d in Maintena nce Service Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service The use of Honda genuine parts and fluids is recommended when maintaining and servicing your vehicle. Honda genuine parts are manufactured accordi ng to the same high quality stan dards used in Honda vehicles. Home QRG[...]

489 Continued Maintenance Minder TM If the engine oil life is less than 15%, you will see the Maintenance Minder messages appear on the information display * or the multi-information di splay * every time you turn the ignition switch to ON ( w *1 . The messages notify you when to change the engine oil, or when to bring your vehi cle to a dealer for[...]

490 uu Maintenanc e Minder TM u To Use Maintenance Minder TM To switch the display, pres s the (Select/Reset) knob. ■ Maintenance Minder Messag es on the Information Display Oil Life Display Explanation Information Maintenance Mi nder Indicator The engine oil life i ndicator starts to appear along with other due soon maintenan ce item codes when [...]

491 uu Maintenance Mind er TM u To Use Mainten ance Minder TM Continued ■ Maintenance Service Items 1 Maintenance Service Items • Independent o f the Maintenance Minder information, replace t he brake fluid every 3 years. • Inspect id le speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). • Adjust the valv es during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they ar[...]

uu Maintenanc e Minder TM u To Use Maintenance Minder TM 492 Reset the engine oil life display if yo u have performed the maintenance service. 1. Turn the ignition switch to ON ( w *1 . 2. Display the engine oil life by repeatedly pressing the ( Select/Reset) knob. 3. Press and hold the knob for ten seconds or more. u The engine oil life indica tor[...]

493 uu Maintenance Mind er TM u To Use Mainten ance Minder TM Continued To Use Maintenance Minder TM 1. Set the power mode to ON. 2. Press the (Information) button repeated ly until the engine oil life appears on the multi-information display. ■ Displaying the Engine Oil Life Models with multi- information display 1 Displayi ng the Engine Oil Lif[...]

494 uu Maintenanc e Minder TM u To Use Maintenance Minder TM The system message indicator ( ) comes on al ong with the Maintenance Minder message. ■ Maintenance Minder Messag es on the Multi-Information Display Maintenance Message Oil Life Display Explanatio n Information Maintenanc e Due Soon 15 % The remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6 percent[...]

495 uu Maintenance Mind er TM u To Use Mainten ance Minder TM Continued ■ Maintenance Service Items 1 Maintenance Service Items • Independent o f the Maintenance Minder information, replace t he brake fluid every 3 years. • Inspect id le speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). • Adjust the valv es during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they ar[...]

uu Maintenanc e Minder TM u To Use Maintenance Minder TM 496 Reset the engine oil life display if yo u have performed the maintenance service. 1. Set the power mode to ON. 2. Press button to select Vehicle Settings , then press the SEL/RESET button. 3. Press the button until Maintena nce Reset appears on the display. 4. Press the SEL/RESET button. [...]

497 Continued Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood 4-cylinder models Brake F luid (Black Cap) Engine Cool ant Reservoir Radiator C ap Washer Flu id (Blue Cap) Engine Oil Dipstick (Orange Handle) Clutch Fluid (Light Gray Cap) Engine Oil Fill Cap Battery Manual transmissi on models Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Maintenance T[...]

498 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Main tenance Items Under the Hood 6-cylinder models Engine Oil Dipstick (Orange Handle) Washer Flu id (Blue Cap) Engine Coolant Reservoir Radiator Cap Brake Fluid (Black Cap) Engine Oil Fill Cap Battery Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Maintenance TOC[...]

499 uu Maintena nce Under the Hoo d u Opening t he Hood Continued Opening the Hood 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set the parking brake. 2. Pull the hood release handle under the lower left corner of the dashboard. u The hood will pop up slightly. 3. Push up the hood latch lever in the center of the hood to release the lock me chanism,[...]

500 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Opening the Hood 4. Lift the hood up most of the way. u The hydraulic supports will lift it up the rest of the way and hold it up. When closing, lower it to approximately 12 inches (30 cm), then pr ess down firmly with your hands. 6-cylinder models Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Maintenance TOC[...]

501 uu Maintenance Under th e Hood u Recommen ded Engine Oil Recommended Engine Oil Oil is a major contributor to your engine's performance and longevity. If you drive the vehicle with insufficient or deteriorated oil, the engine may fail or be damaged. This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and that it meets the American Petroleum I[...]

502 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Oil Check Oil Check We recommend that you check the engi ne oil level every time you refuel. Park the vehicle on level ground. Wait approximately three minutes after turning the engine off before you check the oil. 1. Remove the dipstick (orange handle). 2. Wipe the dipst ick with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3.[...]

503 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Oil Check 4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks. Add oil if necessary. 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models Upper Mark Lower Mark Upper Mark Lower Mark Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Maintenance TOC[...]

504 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Adding En gine Oil Adding Engine Oil 1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap. 2. Add oil slow ly. 3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it securely. 4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the engine oil dipstick. 1 Addi ng Engine Oi l If any oil spills, wipe it up immediately. Spil led oil may da[...]

505 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Cha nging the Engine O il and Oil Filter Continued Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter You must change the engine oil and oil fi lter regularly in order to maintain the engine's lubricati on. The engine may be damaged if they are not changed regul arly. Change the oil and filter in accordance with the ma [...]

uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Chan ging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter 506 4. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the remaining oil. 5. C heck that the filter ga sket is not stuck to the engine contact surface. u If it is stuck, you must detach it. 6. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the contact surface of the engine block, and install a new o[...]

507 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Engine Coolan t Continued Engine Coolant This coolant is premixed with 50% an tifreeze and 50% water. Do not add any straight antifreeze or water. We recommend you check the engine coolant level every time you refuel. Check the reserve tank first. If it is completely empty, also check the coolant level in the rad[...]

uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Engine C oolant 508 1. M ake su re th e en gine an d ra diato r a re c oo l. 2. Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise and relieve any pressure in the coolant system. Do not push the cap down when turning. 3. Push down and turn the radiator cap counterclockwise to remove it. 4. The coolant level should be up to the b[...]

509 uu Maintenance Under th e Hood u Transmi ssion Fluid Continued Transmission Fluid Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary. Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary. ■ Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) Fluid Specified fluid: HCF-2 ■ Manual Transmission Fluid Specified fluid: Honda Manual Transm[...]

uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Transmission Fluid 510 Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if nece ssary. ■ Automatic Transmission Fluid Specified fl uid: Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid) 6-cylinder models 1 Automatic Transmission Fluid NOTIC E Do not mix Honda ATF DW-1 with other transmission fluids. Using a transmission[...]

511 uu Maintenance Under th e Hood u Brake/Clut ch Fluid Brake/Clutch Fluid Use the same fluid for bo th the brakes and clutch. The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir. The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir. Specified fluid: Honda He avy Duty Brake Fluid DOT[...]

512 uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Refilling Window Washer Fluid Refilling Window Washer Fluid Check the amount of window washer fluid by lo oking at the reservoir. If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir. If the washer fluid is low, the washer level indicator comes on. Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir. 1 Refil[...]

513 Continued Replacing Light Bulbs Headlight Bulbs When replacing, use the following bul bs. 1. Unlock the holding clips, then remove the upper part of the air intake duct and the air intake tube. 1. Remove the engine coolant reservoir. High beam headlight: 60 W (HB3 for halogen bulb type) Low beam headlight: LED type * Low beam headlight: 55 W (H[...]

uu Replacing L ight Bulbs u Headlight Bulb s 514 2. Push the tab to remove the coupler. 3. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove. 4. Insert a new bulb into the headligh t assembly and turn it to the right. 5. Insert the coupler into the connector of the bulb. 1 High Beam Hea dlight Press down the centra l pin until it click s to unlock it. Push[...]

Continued 515 uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Fog Light Bulbs * 1. Push the tab to remove t he coupler. 2. Rotate the old bulb to the left to r emove. 3. Insert a new bulb into the headlight assembly and turn it to the right. 4. Insert the coupler into the connector of the bulb. Fog Light Bulbs * When replacing, use the following bul bs. 1. Loosen the s[...]

516 uu Replacing L ight Bulbs u Fog Light Bulbs * 2. Insert a flat-tip screwdriver into t he tab on the cover, then pull stra ight out as indicated to remove the cover. 3. Remove the screws us ing a Phillips-head screwdriver and carefu lly pull the fog light assembly out of the bumper. 4. Push the tab to remove the coupler. 5. Rotate the old bulb t[...]

517 uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Fog Light Bulbs * 1. Remove the holding clips, then pu sh up the under cover. 2. Push the tab to remove t he coupler. 3. Rotate the old bulb to the left to r emove. 4. Insert a new bulb into the fog light assembly and turn it to the right. 5. Insert the coupler into the connector of the bulb. Holding Clips Under Co ve[...]

518 uu Replacing L ight Bulbs u Front Tur n Signal/Si de Marker Light Bu lbs Front Turn Signal/Side Marker Light Bulbs When replacing, use th e following bulbs. 1. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the opposite side from the light being replaced. Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel to the left. Driver side : Turn the steering wheel to the [...]

519 uu Replacing Li ght Bulbs u Parking /Daytime Running Light Bulb s Parking/Daytime Run ning Light Bulbs Parking/daytime running lig ht bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace the light bulbs. Parking Light Bulbs When replacing, use the following bul bs. Turn the steering wheel an d pull the inner fender back in th[...]

520 uu Replacing L ight Bulbs u Brake/Taillight and Rear Turn Signal Li ght/Rear Side Marker Li ght Bulbs Brake/Taillight and Rear Tu rn Sign al Light/Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs When replacing, use th e following bulbs. 1. Remove the holding clips us ing a flat-tip screwdriver, then pull the lining back. 2. Turn the socket to the left and r emove[...]

521 uu Replacing Light Bu lbs u Taillight and Back- Up Light Bulbs Taillight and Back-Up Light Bulbs When replacing, use the following bul bs. 1. Remove the holding cl ips using a flat-tip screwdriver, then pull the lining back. 2 Brake/Taillight and Rear Turn Signal Light/Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs P. 520 2. Turn the socket to the left and remov[...]

522 uu Replacing L ight Bulbs u Rear License Plate Lig ht Bulbs Rear License Plate Light Bulbs When replacing, use th e following bulbs. 1. Remove the license plate light assembly by pushing the left edge of the lens toward the right and pulling the assembly out. 2. Remove the lens by pushing the tabs. 3. Remove the old bulb and inser t a new bul b[...]

523 Continued Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades Checking Wiper Blades If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated , it will leave streaks and the metal wiper arm may scratch th e window glass. Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber 1. Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the passenger side. 2. Press and hold the tab, then slide the blade from the[...]

524 uu Checkin g and Maintaining Wiper Blades u Changing the Wip er Blade Rubber 3. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by pulling the tabbed end out. 4. Remove the retainers from the rubber blade that has been removed, and mount to a new rubber blade. u Correctly align the rubber protrusion and the retainer grooves. 5. Slide the new wiper bl[...]

525 Checking and Maintaining Tires Checking Tires To safely operate your vehicle, your tire s must be of the proper type and size, in good condition with adequ ate tread, and properly inflated. ■ Inflation guidelines Properly inflated tires provid e the best combination of hand ling, tread life, and comfort. Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label[...]

526 uu Checkin g and Maintaining Tires u Tire and L oading Info rmation Label Tire and Loading Information Lab el The label attached to the driver’s doorj amb provides necessary tire and loading information. Tire Labeling The tires that came on your vehicle have a number of markings. Those you should be aware of are described below. Whenever tire[...]

527 uu Checking an d Maintaining Tires u Tire Label ing The tire identification number (TIN) is a group of numb ers and letters that look like the example in the side column. TIN is located on the sidewall of the tire. Cold Tire Pressure – The tire air pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or driven less than 1 m ile [...]

528 uu Checkin g and Maintaining Tires u DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehi cles) DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ■ Uniform Tire Quality Grading ■ Treadwear 1 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Maintenance TOC The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety Requirements. All tires are also graded for [...]

529 uu Checkin g and Maintaining Tires u DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ■ Traction ■ Temperature 1 Traction 1 Temperature Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on s[...]

530 uu Checkin g and Maintaining Tires u Wear Indicators Wear Indicators The groove where the wear indicat or 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 poor tract ion on wet roads. Tire Service Life The life of your tires is d[...]

531 uu Checking an d Maintaining Tires u Tire and Wheel Re placement Tire and Wheel Replacement Replace your tires with radials of the same size, lo ad range, speed rating, and maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire’s sidewall). Using tires of a different size or construction can cause the ABS and VSA ® (vehicle stability assist[...]

532 uu Checkin g and Maintaining Tires u Tire Rotation Tire Rotation Rotating tires according to the maintena nce messages on the information display * / multi-information display * helps to distribute wear more evenly and increase tire life. ■ Tires without rotation marks Rotate the tires as shown here. ■ Tires with rotation marks Rotate the t[...]

533 uu Checking a nd Mainta ining Ti res u Winter Tires Winter Tires If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked M+S tires, snow tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and maintain sufficient dis tance between vehicles when driving. Be particularly careful wh en operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent skidding. Use tire cha[...]

534 Battery Checking the Battery Check the battery condition monthly. Look at the test indicator window and check the terminals for corrosion. The battery condition is being monitored by the sensor on the negative termin al. If there is a problem with th e sensor, the warning message on the information display * /multi- information display * will l[...]

535 Continued Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery. 1. Unscrew the cover with a small Phillips- head screwdriver. 2. Open the remote transmitter. u Wrap the small flat-tip scre wdriver with a cloth to prevent scratching the transmi tter. 3. Remove the [...]

536 uu Remote Transmitter Care u Replacing the But ton Battery 1. Remove the built-i n key. 2. Remove the upper half by carefully prying on the edge with a coin. u Remove carefully to avoid losing the buttons. u Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent scratching the smart entry remote. 3. Make sure to replace the battery with the correct pola rity. ■[...]

537 Heating and Cooling System * /Climate Control System * Maintenance Dust and Pollen Filter The heating and cooling system * /climate control system * is equipped with a dust and pollen filter that collects pollen, du st, and other debris in the air. The Maintenance Minder TM messages will let you know when to replace the filter. We recommend tha[...]

538 Cleaning Interior Care Use a damp cloth with a mixture of mild detergent and warm water to remove dirt. Use a clean cloth to remove de tergent residue. Use a soft brush with a mixture of mil d soap and warm water to clean the seat belts. Let the belts air dry. Wipe th e openings of the seat be lt anchors using a clean cloth. ■ Cleaning Seat B[...]

539 uu Cleaning u Interior Care The driver’s floor mat hooks over the floor anchors, which keep the mat from sliding forward. To remove a mat for cle aning, turn the anchor knobs to the unlock position. When reinstalling the mat after cleaning, turn the knobs to the lock position. Do not put additio nal floor mats on top of the anch ored mat. Vac[...]

540 uu Cleaning u Exterior Car e Exterior Care Dust off the vehicle body after you drive. Regularly inspect your vehi cle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it. Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the fo llowing conditions : ?[...]

541 uu Cleaning u Exterior C are A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s pain t from the elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’s paint to the elements, so reapply as necessary. If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resi n coated parts, they may be stained or the coating may[...]

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543 Handling the Unexpected This chapter explains how to handle unexp ected troubles. Tools Types of Tools ........ .......................... 544 If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 545 Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 551 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery 552 Emergency Engine Stop .[...]

544 Handling the Unexpected Tools Types of Tools 1 Types of Tools The tools were stored in the trunk. Wheel Nut Wrench/ Jack Handle Jack Jack Handle Bar Tool Case Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan TOC[...]

545 Continued If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact spare tire. Go to a deale r as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repair ed or replaced. 1. Park the vehicle on fi[...]

546 uu If a Tir e Goes Flat u Changing a Fla t Tire 1. Open the trunk floor lid. 2. Take the tool case out of the trunk. Take the jack and wheel nut wrench out of the tool case. 3. Unscrew the wing bolt, and remove the spacer cone. Then, remove the spare tire. 4. Place a wheel block or ro ck in front and rear of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.[...]

547 uu If a Tire Goes Flat u Changing a F lat Tire Continued 5. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up) under the vehicle b ody, near the tire that needs to be replaced. 6. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn using the wheel nut wrench. Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Handling the Unexpected TOC[...]

uu If a Tir e Goes Flat u Changing a Fla t Tire 548 1. Place the jack under the jacking point closest to the tire to be changed. 2. Turn the end bracket (as shown in the image) clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking po int. u Make sure that the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch. 3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack ha[...]

Continued 549 uu If a Tire Goes Flat u Changing a F lat Tire 1. Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire. 2. Wipe the mounting surfaces of the wheel with a clean cloth. 3. Mount the compact spare tire. 4. Screw the wheel nuts until they touch the lips around the mounting ho les, and stop rotating. 5. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack. Tighten the wh[...]

uu If a Tir e Goes Flat u Changing a Fla t Tire 550 1. Remove the center cap. 2. Place the flat tire face down in the spare tire well. 3. Remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt, flip it over, an d insert it back on the bolt. Secure the flat tire with the wing bolt. 4. Securely put the jack and wheel nut wrench back in the tool case. S tore the c[...]

551 Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine If the engine does not start, check the starter. Starter condition Checklist Starter doesn’t turn or turns over slowly . The battery may be de ad. Check each of the items on the right a nd respond accordingly. Check for a message on the multi- information display. ● If the To Start, Hold Remote Near[...]

552 uu Engine Doe s Not Start u If the Smart En try Remote Battery is We ak If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak If the beeper sounds, the indicator on the ENGINE START/STOP button flashes, and the engine won’t start. The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears on the multi- information display. Start the engine as follows. 1[...]

553 uu Engine Doe s Not Start u Emergency E ngine Stop Emergency Engine Stop If you cannot stop the engine by pressing the ENGINE ST ART/STOP button, do either of the followi ng operations: • Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for about two seconds. • Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP butto n two times. The steering wh eel will not lo[...]

554 Jump Starting Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and li ghts. Turn off the engine, then open the hood. 1. Connect the first jump er cable to your vehicle's battery + ter minal. 2. Connect the other end of the first jumper cable to the booster battery + terminal. u Use a 12-volt booster battery only. 3. Connect the second[...]

Continued 555 uu Jump Starting u 4. Connect the other end of the second jumper cable to the engine mo unting bolt as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part. 5. If your vehicle is connected to another vehicle, start the assisting vehicle's engin e and increase its rpm slightly. 6. Attempt to start your ve hicle's engine.[...]

556 uu Jump Star ting u Once your ve hicle's engine has started , re move the jumper cabl es 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. [...]

557 Shift Lever Does Not Move Follow the procedure below if you ca nnot move the shift lever out of the ( P position. 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Remove the key from th e ignition switch. 2. Remove the built-in key from the smart entry remote. 3. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat- tip screwdriver. Put it into the shift lock release slot [...]

558 Overheating How to Handle Overheating Overheating symptoms are as follows: • The temperature gauge needle is at th e mark or the engine suddenly loses power. • Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment. ■ First thing to do 1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place. 2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning [...]

559 uu Overheating u How to Handle Overheating ■ Next thing to do 1. Check that the cooling fan is operating and stop the engine once the tempera ture gauge needle comes down. u If the cooling fan is not operating, immediately stop the engine. 2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect the coolant level and check the cooling system components fo[...]

560 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ■ Reasons for the indicator to come on Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low. ■ What to do as soon as the indicator comes on 1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place. 2. If necessary, turn the ha zard warning lights on. ■ What to do after par king the v[...]

561 uu Indicator, C oming On/Blinking u If the Malfunction Indicat or Lamp Comes On or Blinks If the Malfunction Indicator ■ Reasons for the indicator la mp to come on or blink • Comes on when t here is a problem with the engine emissions control system, or the fuel fill cap is missing, or loose. • Blinks when engine misfiring is detected. ?[...]

562 uu Indicator, Coming On/Blinking u If the Brake Sy stem Indicat or (Red) Comes On If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ■ Reasons for the indicator to come on • The brake fluid is low. • There is a malfunction in the brake system. ■ What to do when the indica tor comes on while driving Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal[...]

563 uu Indicator, Coming On/Blinking u If the Low Tire Pr essure/TPMS Indi cator Comes On or Bli nks If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator ■ Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink A tire pressure is significantly low, or the TPMS has not been calibrated. If there is a problem with the TPMS or the compact spare tire is installed, the indi[...]

564 Fuses Fuse Locations If any electrical devices are not working, turn the ignition switch to LOCK ( 0 *1 and check to see if any appl icable fuse is blown. Located near the brake fluid reservoir. 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. ■[...]

565 uu Fuses u Fuse L ocations 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. ■ Circuit protected and fus e rating ■ Interior Fuse Box Fuse Label Circuit Pr otected Amps 1 A/C 7.5 A 2 DRL 7.5 A 3 − − 4 − − 5 Meter 7.5 A 6 SRS 7.5 A 7 [...]

566 uu Fuses u Inspec ting and Changing Fuse s Inspecting and Changing Fuses 1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK ( 0 *1 . Turn headlights and all accessories off. 2. Remove the fuse b ox cover. 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 on[...]

567 Emergency Towing Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle. ■ Flat bed equipment The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck. This is the best way to transport yo ur vehicle. ■ Wheel lift equipment The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under t he front tires and lift them off the ground. The rear [...]

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569 Information This chapter includes your vehicl e's specifications, locations of identification numbers, and ot her information requir ed by regulation. Specifications .................................... 570 Identification Numbers Vehicle Identif ication Number ( VIN) ...... 574 Engine Number and Transmission Number .. ............. .......[...]

570 Information Specifications ■ Vehicle Specifications *1 : LX models *2 : Except LX models Model Honda Accord Seda n No. of Passengers: Front 2 Rear 3 Total 5 Weights: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating U.S.: 4,200 lbs (1,905 kg) *1 4,321 lbs (1,960 kg) *2 Canada: 1,930 kg *1 1,980 kg *2 Gross Axle Weight Rating (Front) U.S.: 2,249 lbs (1,020 kg) *1 2[...]

571 uu Specifications u Continued ■ Brake/Clutch Fluid ■ Automatic Transmission (CVT) Fluid ■ Manual Transmission Fluid Specif ied Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 Specif ied HCF-2 Capacity Change 3.7 US qt (3.5 ℓ) Specif ied Honda Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity Change 2.0 US qt (1.9 ℓ) ■ Engine Oil ■ Engine Coolant Recommended [...]

572 uu Specif ications u ■ Vehicle Specifications Model Honda Accord Seda n No. of Passengers: Front 2 Rear 3 Total 5 Weights: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating U.S.: 4,542 lbs (2,060 kg) Canada: 2,060 kg Gross Axle Weight Rating (Front) U.S.: 2,491 lbs (1,130 kg) Canada: 1,130 kg Gross Axle Weight Rating (Rear) U.S.: 2,072 lbs (940 kg) Canada: 940 kg [...]

573 uu Specifications u ■ Brake Fluid ■ Automatic Transmission Fl uid Specif ied Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 Specif ied Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid) Capacity Change 3.3 US qt (3.1 ℓ) ■ Engine Oil ■ Engine Coolant Recommended ·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20 ·API Premium-grade 0W-20 dete rgent oil Capacity Change 4.[...]

574 Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Your vehicle has a 17-digit vehicle identifi cation number (VIN) used to register your vehicle for warranty purposes, and for licen sing and insuring your vehicle. See the image below for the VIN locations. Engine Number and Transmission Number See the image below for the locations of y[...]

575 Devices that Emit Radio Waves The following products and systems on you r vehicle emit radio waves when in operation. Each of the above complies with the ap propriate requirements or the required standards of FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada Standard, described below: As required by the FCC: This device complies with [...]

576 Reporting Safety Defects Home QRG Index 2013 Accord Sedan Information TOC In the U.S. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Admi nistration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda Mo tor Co., Inc. If NHTSA [...]

577 Continued Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes Your vehicle uses “readiness codes,” as part of its onboard self diagn ostic system. Some states refer to these codes during te sting to see if your vehicle's emissions components are working properly. The codes may not be read if you go thro ugh the testing just af ter the battery[...]

578 uu Emissi ons Testing u Test ing of Readiness Codes 7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major hi ghway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway in ( D (automatic/CV T) or 5th (manual). Do not use cruise control. When traffic allows, drive for 90 seconds without moving the acce[...]

579 Continued Warranty Coverages ■ U.S. Owners Your new vehicle is covered by these warranties: New Vehicle Limited Warranty – cove rs your new vehicle, except for the emissions control systems and accessorie s, against defects in materials and workmanship. Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emis sions Performance Warranty – these[...]

580 uu Warranty Covera ges u Replacement Battery Limited Warra nty – provides prorated coverage for a replacement battery purchased from a dealer. Replacement Muffler Life time Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as long as the purchaser of t he muffle r owns the veh icle. Restrictions and exclusi ons apply to all th ese warranties. Please[...]

581 Authorized Manuals ■ Servic e Express For electronic co pies of service publ ications, you can pu rchase a subscrip tion to Service Express. Visit www.techinfo.honda.com for pricin g and options. ■ For U.S. Owners: The publications listed below can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order a manual by phone at (800) 782-4356 (credi[...]

582 Customer Service Information Honda dealership perso nnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer all your questions. If you encounter a pro blem that your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction , please discuss it with the dealership's service manager or general manager. If you are dissatisfied with the decision ma[...]

583 uu Customer Servic e Information u Continued Music recognition techno logy and related data are provided by Gracenote ® . Gracenote is the indus try standard in music recognition technology and related content delivery. For more information, visit www.gracenote.com. When music is recorded to the HDD from a CD, information such as the recording[...]

584 uu Customer Service Informatio n u Gracenote reserves al l rights in Gracenote Data, the Gracenote Software, and the Gracenote Servers, including all ownership rights. Under no circumstances will Gracenote become liable for any payme nt to you for any information that you provide. You agree that Gracenote, Inc. may enforce its rights under this[...]

585 uu Customer Servic e Information u Limitations • Access to Pandora requires an active internet connection • Ability to access Pandora through this system is subjec t to change withou t notice • Certain functionality of Pandora service is not available when accessing the service through this system i ncluding, but not limited to, creating [...]

586 Index Numbers 7-Speed Manual Shift Mod e .................... 439 Operation ................................................ 440 A ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 475 Accessories and Modifications ................. 483 Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 161 Adaptive Cruise Con trol (ACC) ................. 450 Ad[...]

587 Shifting ........................................... 435, 437 Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 176 Average Fuel Economy .... .................... 91, 95 Average Speed ........................................... 96 B Battery ...................................................... 534 Charging System Indicator ...............[...]

588 Customer Service Information ................. 582 Customized Features .......................... 97 , 299 D Daytime Runn ing Lights ........................... 139 Dead Battery ........................................ ..... 554 Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................. 168 , 170 Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....[...]

589 Fog Light Indicator .................................... 77 Folding Down the Rear Seat ................... 154 Foot Brake ............................................. ... 474 Forward Collision Warning (FC W) .......... 458 Front Airbags (SRS) ............................... ..... 42 Front Seats ........................ ........................[...]

590 Illumination Control Knob ....................................................... 141 Immobilizer System ............................. ..... 124 Indicator ........................ ............................ 77 Indicators ..................................................... 68 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) .............. ....... 72 Adaptive Cr[...]

591 Keys ........................................................ 108 Using a Key ............................................. 115 Lockout Prevention System ..................... 115 Low Battery Charge ................................. 560 Low Fuel Indicato r ................................ ..... 72 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69[...]

592 Radio Data System (RDS) .......... 188 , 216 , 255 Range ......... ......................................... .. 92, 95 RDS (Radio Data System) .......... 188 , 216 , 255 Readiness Codes (Emi ssions Testing) ....... 577 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ...................................................... 142 Rear Seat (Folding Down) ...[...]