automatic transmission HONDA ACCORD 2013 9.G Owners Manual

Visual Index
4Quick Reference Guide
❙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)
❙Driver's Front Airbag
(P 42)
❙Trunk Main Switch
* (P 122)
❙Fuel Fill Door Release Handle
(P 481)
❙Trunk Release
(P 120)
❙Shift Lever
Automatic Transmission (CVT) (P 435, 437)Automatic Transmission (P 441)Manual Transmission (P 443)❙USB Port
(P 175)
❙Auxiliary Input Jack
(P 176)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P 161)

17Quick Reference Guide
Driving
(P 417)
M Indicator
Shift Indicator
Manual Transmission
(P 443)
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
(P 435, 437)
● Shift to
(P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.
● Shifting
ParkTurn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked.NeutralTransmission is not locked.
Drive (S)● Better acceleration.
● Increased engine braking.
● Going up or down hills.
● On models with paddle
shifter, 7-speed manual
shift mode can be used.
Models without
paddle shifter
Models with
paddle shifter
Depress the brake pedal
and press the release button
to move out of
(P.
Press the release button to
move the shift lever.
Move the shift lever without
pressing the release button.
ReverseUsed when reversing.Drive● Normal driving.
● On models with paddle
shifter, 7-speed mode can
be used temporarily.
Low
*
● Further Increased engine
braking.
● Going up or down hills. Shift Down
(-
Paddle Shifter Shift Up
(+
Paddle Shifter
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode (P 439) ● Allows you to manually shift
the transmission up or down
without removing your hands
from the steering wheel.
When the shift lever is in
(S
●Pulling a paddle shifter
changes the mode from
automatic transmission (CVT) to
7-speed manual shift mode.
● The M indicator and the
selected speed number are
displayed in the shift indicator.When the shift lever is in
(D
● Pulling a paddle shifter
temporarily changes the mode
from automatic transmission
(CVT) to 7-speed manual shift
mode. The selected speed
number is displayed in the shift
indicator.
Shift Lever
Release
Button
* Not available on all models

18Quick Reference Guide
Automatic Transmission
(P 441)
● Shift to
(P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.
● Shifting
ParkTurn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked.NeutralTransmission is not locked.Drive (S)●Automatically changing
gears between 1st and 5th
(5th gear is used only in at
high speed).
● Used when towing a trailer
in hilly terrain.
● Used to increase engine
braking.
Depress the brake pedal
and press the release button
to move out of
(P.
Press the release button to
move the shift lever.
Move the shift lever without
pressing the release button.
ReverseUsed when reversing.DriveNormal driving.
Shift Lever
Release
Button

131Controls
Operating the Switches Around the Steering WheelIgnition Switch
*
1Ignition 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 buzzer will sound
to remind you to take the key out.
If the key won't turn from LOCK
(0 to ACCESSORY
(q, turn the key while moving the steering wheel left
and right. The steering wheel will unlock, allowing
the key to turn.
3
WARNING
Removing the key from the ignition switch
while driving locks the steering. This can
cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
Remove the key from the ignition switch
only when parked.Manual transmission modelsAutomatic transmission (CVT) modelsAll models
( 0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this
position.(q ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and
other accessories in this position.(w ON: This is the position when driving.(e START: This position is for starting the engine.
The switch returns to ON
(w when you let go of
the key.
* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uENGINE START/STOP Button
*
Controls
ENGINE START/STOP Button
*
■Changing the Power Mode
1ENGINE START/STOP Button
*
ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range
You can start the engine when the smart entry
remote is inside the vehicle.
The engine may also run if the smart entry remote is
close to the door or window, even if it is outside the
vehicle.
ON mode:
Indicator in the button is off, if the engine is running.
If the smart entry remote battery is weak, beeper
sounds and the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start
Button message appears on the multi-information
display
*.
2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
P. 552
Do not leave the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON
when you get out.
Operating Range
Automatic Transmission Manual Transmission
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
Indicator in the button is off.
The steering wheel is locked. The
power to all electrical
components is turned off.
Press the button without the shift
lever in
(P.
Shift to (P then press the button. Press the button.Without pressing
the clutch pedal
Without pressing
the brake pedal ACCESSORY
Indicator in the button is on.
Indicator in the button blinks
(from ON to ACCESSORY).
Operate the audio system and
other accessories in this position.
ON
Indicator in the button is on.
All electrical components can be
used.
Indicator
Indicator
* Not available on all models

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uENGINE START/STOP Button
*
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Controls
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 automatically goes into the mode similar to
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to avoid the battery drain.
When in this mode:
The steering wheel does not lock.
You cannot lock or unlock doors with the remote transmitter or the smart entry
system.
Press the ENGINE START/STOP button to switch the mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
*1: Automatic transmission/CVT models■Automatic Power Off

uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uDriving Position Memory System
*
144Controls
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 the SET
button.
u Once the seat position has been
memorized, the indicator light on the
button you pressed stays on.
1. Move the shift lever to
(P.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Press a memory button ((1 or
(2).
u You will hear a beep, and the indicator
light will blink.
The seat will automatically move to the
memorized position. When it has finished
moving, you will hear a beep, and the
indicator light stays on.
■Storing a Position in Memory
1 Storing a Position in Memory
After you press the SET button, the storing operation
will be canceled when: •You do not press the memory button within five
seconds.•You readjust the seat position before the double-
beep.•You set the power mode to any position except
ON.
Memory
Button 1Memory
Button 2
SET Button
■Recalling the Stored Position
1Recalling the Stored Position
The seat will stop moving if you: •Press the SET button, or a memory button (
(1 or
(2).
•Adjust the seat position.•Shift into any position except
(P.
•Release the parking brake.Automatic transmission/CVT modelsManual transmission models
Memory
Button 1Memory
Button 2
Automatic transmission/CVT modelsAll models

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Features
Customized FeaturesUse 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 Settings , Phone Settings , Camera Settings , Vehicle Settings,
System Settings or Info Settings and press .
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Customized Features
When you customize settings:•Make sure that the vehicle is at a complete stop.•Shift to
(P.
•Set the parking brake.
To customize other features, rotate , and press . 2 List of customizable options P. 313Models without navigation systemAutomatic transmission/CVT modelsManual transmission models
Models with one display
SETTINGS Button
Audio/Information Screen

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uuCustomized Features u
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Features
*1:Default Setting
*2:Automatic transmission/CVT modelsSetup
Group Customizable Features Description Selectable Settings
Vehicle
Settings Door
SetupAuto 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 when the doors unlock
automatically. All Doors When
Driver’s Door Opens
*1/
All Doors When
Shifted to Park
*2/ All
Doors When Ignition
Switched Off /Off
Key And Remote Unlock
Mode Sets up either the driver's door or all doors to
unlock on the first push of the remote. Driver Door
*1/
All
Doors
Keyless Lock Answer Back LOCK/UNLOCK- The exterior lights flash.
LOCK (2nd push)- The beeper sounds. On
*1/
Off
Security Relock Timer Changes the time it takes for the doors to relock
and the security system to set after you unlock
the vehicle without opening any door. 90seconds
/
60seconds /
30seconds
*1
Mainte-
nance
Info. Maintenance Reset
Resets the engine oil life display when you have
performed the maintenance service. —
Default Cancels/Resets all customized items in the
Vehicle Settings
group as default. Yes
/No

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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