ignition HONDA ACCORD 2012 8.G Repair Manual

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This audio system can operate the
audio f iles on a USB f lash memory
device with the same controls used
f or the in-dash disc changer. To play
a USB f lash memory device, connect
it to the USB adapter cable in the
console compartment, then press the
AUX button. The ignition switch
must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or
ON (II) position.
The recommended USB f lash
memory devices are 256 MB or
higher, and f ormatted with the FAT
f ile system. Some digital audio
players may be compatible as well.
The audio system reads and plays
the audio f iles on the USB f lash
memory device in MP3, WMA or
AAC f ormats. Depending on the
f ormat, the display shows MP3,
WMA or AAC when a USB flash
memory device is playing. Depending on the type and
number of f iles, it may take some
time bef ore they begin to play.
We recommend backing up your
data bef ore playing a USB f lash
memory device.
Do not use a device such as a card
reader or hard drive as the device
or your f iles may be damaged.
Do not connect your USB f lash
memory device using a hub.
Do not use an extension cable to
the USB adapter cable equipped
with your vehicle.
Do not keep a USB f lash memory
device in the vehicle. Direct
sunlight and high heat will damage
it.
Some USB f lash memory devices
(such as devices with security lock-
out f eatures, etc.) will not work in
this audio unit.
Only AAC f ormat f iles recorded
with iTunes are playable on this
audio unit.
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To Play a USB Flash Memory
Device
Playing a USB Flash Memory Device (Models with navigation system)
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Turn the selector knob to select
‘‘CLOCK ADJUST.’’
Press the selector knob (ENTER)
to enter your selection. The
display changes to the clock
adjusting display. Turn the selector knob to select
the item which you want to adjust.
Turning the selector knob will
change the selected item between
the clock display setting, hours,
minutes, and SET. The selected
item is indicated with in the
display.
You can also adjust the clock and
switch the clock display between
24-hours and 12-hours in the menu
mode.
To adjust the clock setting:
Press and release the MENU
button. The display shows you the
menu items.
You can adjust the clock setting
with the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II)
position.
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On models without navigation system
Setting the Clock
Adjusting the Clock with MENU
Button
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With the system set, you can still
open the trunk with the remote
transmitter without triggering the
alarm. The alarm will sound if the
trunk lock is f orced, or the trunk is
opened with the trunk release lever
or the emergency trunk opener.
The security system helps to protect
your vehicle and valuables f rom thef t.
The horn sounds and a combination
of headlights, parking lights, side
marker lights and taillights f lashes if
someone attempts to break into your
vehicle or remove the audio unit.
This alarm continues for two
minutes, then the system resets. To
deactivate the system before the two
minutes have elapsed, unlock the
driver’s door with the key or the
remote transmitter.
The security system automatically
sets 15 seconds after you lock the
doors, hood, and trunk. For the
system to activate, you must lock the
doors f rom the outside with the key,
or use driver’s lock tab, master door
lock switch, or remote transmitter.
The security system indicator on the
instrument panel starts blinking
immediately to show you the system
is setting itself . Once the security system sets,
opening any door, the trunk, or hood
without using the key or the remote
transmitter, will cause the alarm to
activate. It also activates if the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position, the audio unit is
removed f rom the dashboard, or the
wiring is cut.The security system does not set if
any door, the trunk, or hood is not
f ully closed. Bef ore you leave the
vehicle, make sure the doors, trunk
and hood are securely closed.
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Security System
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Compass operation can be af f ected
by driving near power lines or
stations, across bridges, through
tunnels, over railroad crossings, past
large vehicles, or driving near large
objects that can cause a magnetic
disturbance. It can also be af f ected
by accessories such as antennas and
roof racks that are mounted by
magnets.The compass may need to be
manually calibrated af ter exposure to
a strong magnetic field. If the
compassseemstobecontinually
showing the wrong direction and is
not self -calibrating, or the compass
display is blinking with the CAL
indicator on, do the f ollowing
procedure.
When you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position, the compass is
self-calibrating, then the compass
display is shown in the display.
Do this procedure in an open
area, away f rom buildings, power
lines, and other vehicles.
Press and hold the MENU button
f or about 5 seconds until you hear
a beep. The display shows you the
compass setting menu items.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position.
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EX-L and EX-L V6 without navigation
system
Compass
Compass Operation Compass Calibration
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U.S. model is shown. COMPASS SETTING MENU ITEMS
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In most areas, there is a variation
between magnetic north and true
north. Zone selection is required so
the compass can compensate f or this
variation. To check and select the
zone, do this:Once the correct zone is displayed,
press the selector knob. The
display then returns to normal.
Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position.
Press and hold the MENU button
f or about 5 seconds until you hear
a beep. The display shows you the
compass setting menu items.
Turn the selector knob to select
‘‘ZONE.’’ Press the selector knob
(ENTER) to enter your selection.
The display shows you the
currently selected zone number.
Find the zone f or your area on the
map (see page ). If the correct
zone is not shown, turn the
selector knob to cycle the zone
lists up or down.
If necessary, press the RETURN
button to return to the previous
display. Pressing the MENU
button will cancel the compass
setting mode.
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Compass
Compass Zone Selection
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How to Use HFL
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Hear which paired phone is currently linked to the system
‘‘Phone Setup’’
‘‘Call’’ or ‘‘Dial’’ ‘‘Pair’’
‘‘Edit’’
‘‘Delete’’
‘‘Jim Smith’’
‘‘Set Pairing
Code’’
The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
‘‘List’’‘‘Status’’
‘‘Next Phone’’
Press HFL
Talk button
Press and release the HFL Talk button each time you give a command. Pair a phone to the system
Edit the name of a paired phone
Hear a list of all phones paired to the system
Search for another previously paired phone to link to
Set the pairing code to a ‘‘Fixed’’ or ‘‘Random’’ number
Enter desired phone number
Once a phonebook entry is stored, you can say a name here.
Delete a paired phone from the system
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You can make calls using any phone
number or a name in the HFL
phonebook. You can also redial the
last number called.Press and release the HFL Talk
button bef ore a command.
Say ‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ .’’
Follow the HFL prompts and say
the phone number you want to dial.
Follow the HFL prompts to
conf irm the number and say
‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ .’’
Once connected, you will hear the
person you called through the audio
speakers. Press and release the HFL Talk
button bef ore a command.
Follow the HFL prompts to
conf irm the name and make the
call.
Follow the HFL prompts and say
thenamestoredintheHFL
phonebook that you want to call.
Say ‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ .’’
Bluetooth is the wireless technology
that links your phone to HFL. HFL
uses a Class 2 Bluetooth, which
means the maximum range between
yourphoneandvehicleis30feet(10
meters).
During a call, HFL allows you to talk
up to 30 minutes af ter you remove
the key from the ignition switch.
However, this may weaken the
vehicle’s battery. 1. 2. 3.
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Making a Call
Call Dial
Call Dial Call DialT o make a call using a phone
number: Tomakeacallusinganameinthe
HFL phonebook:
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are on the phone, the call can be
automatically transferred to HFL
with the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.
Press and release the HFL Talk
button bef ore a command.
Say ‘‘ .’’
Press and release the HFL Talk
button bef ore a command.
Say ‘‘ .’’ Press and release the HFL Talk
button bef ore a command.
Say ‘‘ .’’
Follow the HFL prompts to
conf irm the number.
Follow the HFL prompts and say
the new 4-digit passcode.
Say ‘‘ ’’ af ter the
prompts.
The def ault setting is a ring tone.
Follow the HFL prompts and say
‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ .’’ You
can also say ‘‘ ’’ f or no audible
incoming call notif ication.
Say ‘‘ ’’ af ter the
prompts.
HFL will let you know if auto
transf er is on or of f , depending on
the previous setting. Follow the
HFL prompts to change the
setting.
Say ‘‘ ’’ af ter the
prompts.
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System setup
System setup
Change passcode
Ring tone PromptOf f
Call notif ication
Auto transf er
T o change your securit y passcode: T o select eit her a ring t one or a prompt as t he incoming call
notification : To activate or deactivate the auto
transfer function:
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Apply the parking brake.
In cold weather, turn of f all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.
Press the clutch pedal down all the
way. The START (III) position
does not f unction unless the clutch
pedal is pressed.
Make sure the shif t lever is in
Park. Press on the brake pedal.Without touching the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition key to the
START (III) position. Do not hold
the key in the START (III)
position f or more than 15 seconds
at a time. If the engine does not
start right away, pause for at least
10 seconds bef ore trying again.
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Manual transmission:
Automatic transmission:
Starting the Engine
Driving
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T he immobilizer system protects your
vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly
coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s f uel system is disabled. For
more inf ormation, see page . The engine is harder to start in cold
weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at
altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400
meters) adds to this problem.
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These indicators between the
tachometer and speedometer show
which position the shif t lever is in.The ‘‘D’’ indicator comes on f or a
f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. If it f lashes while driving (in
any shif t position), it indicates a
possible problem in the transmission.
If the malf unction indicator lamp
comes on along with the ‘‘D’’
indicator, there is a problem with the
automatic transmission control
system. Avoid rapid acceleration, and
have the transmission checked by
your dealer as soon as possible.
To shif t f rom Park to any position,
pressfirmlyonthebrakepedal,and
pressthereleasebuttononthefront
of the shift lever, then move the
lever. You cannot shift out of Park
when the ignition switch is in the
LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I)
position.
Shif t L ever Position Indicators
Shif ting
Automatic Transmission
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SHIFT LEVER
RELEASE BUTTON
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