traction control HONDA ACCORD 2004 CL7 / 7.G Owners Manual

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Your Vehicle at a Glance
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WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
INSTRUMENT PANEL
BRIGHTNESS
MOONROOF
SWITCH VOICE CONTROL
SWITCHES HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNALS
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM HORN STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT HAZARD
WARNING LIGHTS
CRUISE CONTROLS
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.31)
(P.76)
(P.74)
(P.151)
(P.102)
(P.191) (P.78) (P.77, 113, 116)
(P.155)
(P.76)
(P.73)
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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in thetext.
Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols61
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR MAINTENANCE REQUIRED
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION
INDICATOR LAMP TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR TCS ACTIVATION INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(ABS) INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR
DOOR AND TRUNK
OPEN MONITOR
SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF
INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL MAIN
INDICATOR
(P.62)
(P.62)
(P.62) (P.65)
(P.62) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.65) (P.64)
(P.63)
(P.63)
(P.64)
(P.63)
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.66)
SEAT BELT INDICATOR (P.62)
(P.67)
(P.64)
(P.67)
(P.67)
(P.70)
(P.66)
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On all V6 models
On all V6 models
This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to ON (II). If it comes
on and stays on when the Traction
Control System (TCS) is on, there is
a problem with the TCS. For more
inf ormation on the TCS, see page
.
This indicator has three f unctions:
Itcomesonasareminderthatyou
have turned off the Traction
Control System.
It f lashes when the TCS is
regulating wheelspin.
If itcomesonandstaysonwhen
the Traction Control System is on,
it indicates that there is a problem
in the TCS.
This indicator normally also comes
on f or a f ew seconds when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (II). If it
comesonandstaysonatanyother
time, or it does not come on when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
(II), there is a problem with the TCS.
Take the vehicle to your dealer to
have it checked. See page for
more inf ormation on the TCS. The appropriate indicator comes on
in this display if the trunk or either
door is not closed tightly.
All the indicators in the monitor
display come on f or a f ew seconds
when you turn the ignition switch to
ON (II).
1. 2. 3.
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Instrument Panel L ights
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Door and T runk Open Monitor
Traction Control System
(T CS) Indicator
T CS A ctivation Indicator
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Inst rument s and Cont rols72
WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
MOONROOF
SWITCH HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNALS
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM HORN TILT/TELESCOPIC
ADJUSTMENT
INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS
(P.102) HAZARD
WARNING LIGHTS
CRUISE CONTROLS
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
SEAT HEATERSPASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.31)
(P.76)
(P.74)
(P.191) (P.78)(P.73)
(P.76)
(P.155)
(P.77, 113, 116)
(P.91)
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This section gives you tips on
starting the engine under various
conditions, and how to operate the
5-speed manual and automatic
transmissions. It also includes
important inf ormation on parking
your vehicle, the braking system, the
Traction Control System, and facts
you need if you are planning to tow a
trailer.........................
Preparing to Drive . 178
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Starting the Engine . 179
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5-speed Manual Transmission . 180
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Recommended Shif t Points . 181
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Engine Speed Limiter . 181
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Automatic Transmission . 182
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators . 182
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Shif ting . 182
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Engine Speed Limiter . 184
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Shif t Lock Release . 185
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Parking . 187
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Braking System . 188
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Brake System Design . 188
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Brake Wear Indicators . 188
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Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) . 189
Activating the Anti-lock ................................
Brakes . 189
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ABS Indicator . 189
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Traction Control System . 191
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TCS ON/OFF Switch . 192
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TCSActivationIndicator .192
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Towing a Trailer . 194
Driving
Driving177
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Your Honda is equipped with a
Traction Control System (TCS) to
assist you in maintaining traction
while driving slowly on loose or
slippery surf aces.
TCS monitors the speed of all f our
wheels. When it senses a f ront wheel
losing traction, it applies braking to
that wheel. The TCS Activation
indicator f lashes when this occurs.
Driving with TCS requires no special
skills or technique. The TCS does
not control your vehicle’s whole
braking system and cannot prevent
skidding if you enter a corner too
f ast. It is still your responsibility to
drive at reasonable speeds and to
leave a sufficient margin of safety.When starting out or driving on a
loose or slippery road surf ace, you
may notice that the vehicle does not
respond to the accelerator in the
samewayitdoesatothertimes.This
is a sign TCS is activating. You will
seetheTCSActivationindicator
light f lash.TheTCSindicator(seepage )
andtheTCSActivationindicator
comeonandstayonwhenthereisa
problem with the TCS.
You should still install winter tires on
your vehicle during the winter. Make
sure to use the same size originally
supplied with the vehicle. Exercise
the same caution in winter driving as
you would if your vehicle was not
equipped with TCS.
Driving with the compact spare tire
installed (see page ) may
activate the TCS. You should turn of f
the system.
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On LX-V6 and EX-V6 models
Traction Control System
Driving191
TCS ACTIVATION INDICATOR TCS INDICATOR
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This switch is under the side vent. It
letsyouturntheTractionControl
System on and of f . You cannot turn
of f the TCS while the TCS Activation
light is f lashing.The Traction Control System turns
on every time you start the engine,
even if you turned it of f the last time
you drove the vehicle.
The TCS indicator comes on or
f lashes under the f ollowing condi-
tions:
When you turn the ignition switch
to ON (II).
When you manually turn of f TCS.
It f lashes when TCS is regulating
wheelspin.
If the system’s diagnostics senses
a problem with TCS, the indicator
will come on and stay on along
with the TCS indicator.
Deactivate the system by pressing
the TCS On/Off switch. The TCS
Activation indicator comes on as a
reminder. Pressing the switch again
turns the system back on.
Traction Control System
Driving
TCS ON/OFF Switch
TCS Activation Indicator
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If the TCS indicator comes on while
driving, pull to the side of the road
when it is saf e and turn of f the
engine. Reset the system by re-
starting the engine, and watch the
TCS indicator. If the indicator
remains on, or comes back on while
driving, have the TCS inspected by
your Honda dealer. You can still
drive the vehicle without TCS.
The TCS indicator may occasionally
come on f or one or two seconds and
then go out. This is normal.This indicator will come on along
with the ABS indicator if there is a
problem in the anti-lock brake
system (see on page
).
If the TCS indicator comes on along
with the Brake System indicator, it
indicates a problem in the brake
system (see on page ).62
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Traction Control System
Driving
ABS Indicator
Brake System
Indicator
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To saf ely tow a trailer, you should
observe the load limits, use the
proper equipment, and f ollow the
guidelines in this section.The total
weight of the trailer and
everything loaded in it must not
exceed 1,000 lbs (450 kg). Towing
a load that is too heavy can
seriously af f ect your vehicle’s
handling and perf ormance. It can
also damage the engine and
drivetrain. The weight that
the tongue of a f ully-loaded trailer
puts on the hitch should be
approximately 10 percent of the
trailer weight. Too little tongue
load can make the trailer unstable
and cause it to sway. Too much
tongue load reduces f ront-tire
traction and steering control.
Driving
Towing a Trailer
Load Limits
T otal T railer Weight: T ongue L oad:
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Exceeding any load limit or
improperly loading your vehicle
and trailer can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt
or killed.
Check the loading of your
vehicle and trailer carefully
beforestartingtodrive.
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Check the inf lation pressure of the
compact spare tire every time you
check the other tires. It should be
inf lated to:
Follow these precautions:Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
This tire gives a harsher ride and
less traction on some road sur-
f aces. Use greater caution while
driving. Do not mount snow chains on the
compact spare tire.
Do not use the compact spare tire
if you are towing a trailer.
Turn off the Traction Control
System (see page ). Driving
withthecompactsparetiremay
activate the TCS.
Replace the tire when you can see
the tread wear indicator bars. The
replacement should be the same size
and design tire, mounted on the
same wheel. The spare tire is not
designed to be mounted on a regular
wheel, and the spare wheel is not
designed f or mounting a regular tire.
Use the compact spare tire as a
temporary replacement only. Get
your regular tire repaired or replaced
and put it back on your vehicle as
soon as you can.
Do not use your compact spare
tire on another vehicle unless it is
thesamemakeandmodel.
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On all LX-V6 and EX-V6 models
Compact Spare Tire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed248
INDICATOR LOCATION MARK
TREAD WEAR INDICATOR BAR
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm)
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