HONDA ACCORD 2013 9.G Owners Manual

uuBluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®u HFL Menus
410Features
■Displaying text messages
1. Press the PHONE button.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Rotate to select Text/Email, then press
.
u Select account if necessary.
4. Rotate to select a message, then press
.
u The text message is displayed. The
system automatically starts reading the
message aloud.
■Displaying Messages
1Displaying Messages
The icon appears next to an unread message.
If you delete a message on the phone, the message is
also deleted in the system. If you send a message
from the system, the message goes to your phone’s
outbox.
To see the previous or next message, move or
on the text message screen.
Message List
Text Message

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Features
■Displaying E-mails
1. Press the PHONE button.
2. Press the MENU button.
3. Rotate to select Text/Email , then press
.
4. Rotate to select a folder, then press .
5. Rotate to select a message, then press
.
u The E-mail is displayed. The system
automatically starts reading the message
aloud.
1Displaying E-mails
Received text messages and E-mails may appear in
the message list screen at the same time. In this case,
text messages are titled No subject.
Folder List
Message List
E-mail

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412Features
■Read or stop reading a message
1. Go to the text message or E-mail screen.
u The system automatically 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 message or E-mail screen.
u The system automatically starts reading
the message aloud.
2 Displaying Messages P. 410
2.Move and rotate to select Reply,
then press .
3. Rotate to select the reply message, then
press .
u The pop-up menu appears on the screen.
4. Select Send to send the message.
u Complete appears on the screen when
the reply message was successfully sent.
1Reply to a message
The available fixed reply messages are as follows:•Talk to you later, I’m driving.•I’m on my way.•I’m running late.•OK•Yes•No
You cannot add, edit, or delete reply messages.

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Features
■Making a call to a sender
1. Go to the text message screen.
u The system automatically starts reading
the message aloud.
2 Displaying text messages P. 410
2.Move and rotate to select Call, then
press .
John 0123456789####Reply Call

414Features
Compass
*
When you set the power mode to ON, the compass self-calibrates, and the compass
display appears.Compass CalibrationIf 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.
u The display switches to the Compass
Settings screen.
3. Rotate to select Calibration, then press
.
4. When the display changes to Calibration
Start , press .
5. Drive the vehicle slowly in two circles.
u The compass starts to show a direction
after the calibration. The CAL indicator
goes off.
1 Compass
*
Compass operation can be affected under the
following conditions:•Driving near power lines or stations•Crossing a bridge•Passing a large vehicle, or driving near a large
object that can cause a magnetic disturbance•When accessories such as antennas and roof racks
are mounted by magnets
1Compass Calibration
Calibrate the compass in an open area.
While setting the compass, press the BACK button to
cancel the setting mode and return to the previous
screen.
* Not available on all models

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uuCompass
*uCompass Zone Selection
Features
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 switches 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 number of
your area (See Zone Map), then press .
1
23
4
5 6
78910 11121314
15
Zone Map
Guam Island: Zone 8
Puerto Rico: Zone 11
1 Compass Zone Selection
The zone selection is done to compensate the
variation between magnetic north and true north.
If the calibration starts while the audio system is in
use, the display returns to normal after the calibration
is completed.

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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before DrivingDriving Preparation .......................... 418
Maximum Load Limit........................ 421
Towing a Trailer
Towing Preparation .......................... 423
Driving Safely with a Trailer .............. 425
Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 426
When Driving Starting the Engine .................. 427, 429
Precautions While Driving................. 433
Automatic Transmission/CVT ............ 434
Shifting .................... 435, 437, 441, 443
ECON Button ................................... 446 Cruise Control
*............................... 447
ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control)
*....... 450
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)*.. 458
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
*..... 462
VSA
® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC
(Electronic Stability Control), System ...... 465
LaneWatch
TM*.......................................... 467
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ... 469
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 471
Braking
Brake System ................................... 473 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........... 475
Brake Assist System ......................... 476
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped ................................ 477
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 478
Rearview Camera ............................. 479
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 480
How to Refuel ................................. 481
Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy .................. 482
Accessories and Modifications ........ 483
* Not available on all models

418Driving
Before DrivingDriving PreparationCheck the following items before 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 ca n slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid, remove ice once it has softened.
u When removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood is securely closed.
u If the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the tires are in good condition.
u Check air pressure, check for damage and excessive wear.
2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 525
•Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind spots from the inside.■Exterior Checks
1Exterior ChecksNOTICEWhen doors are frozen shut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert key if the water freezes in
the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable materials left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you've parked your vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal.
Also check under the hood for leftover flammable
materials after you or someone else has performed
maintenance on your vehicle.

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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improp erly storing it, can affect your vehicle's
handling, stability, stopping 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 block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.
u An object or unsecured floor mat can interfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock all doors and the trunk.
2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 116
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2 Adjusting the Seats P. 148
2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 151
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly for your driving.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 146
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 145
■Interior Checks
1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk or tow a trailer, have the
aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.