435 HONDA ACCORD 2014 9.G Owners Manual

Visual Index
4Quick Reference Guide
❙Door Mirror Controls
(P 147)
❙Passenger's Front Airbag (P 42)❙Parking Brake
(P 474)
❙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 482)
❙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

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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
*
Shift Lever
Position
Indicator
*
●
Indicates the current shift lever
position.
2Shifting P. 435, 437, 441
—
M (7-speed
manual shift
mode) Indicator/
Shift Indicator
*
●
Comes on when 7-speed manual
shift mode is applied.
2 7-Speed Manual Shift Mode P. 439
—
Models with
information
displayModels with
multi-
information
display* Not available on all models

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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 ...... 466
LaneWatch
TM*.......................................... 468
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ... 470
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 472
Braking
Brake System ................................... 474 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........... 476
Brake Assist System ......................... 477
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 478
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 479
Rearview Camera ............................. 480
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 481
How to Refuel ................................. 482
Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy .................. 483
Accessories and Modifications ........ 484
* Not available on all models

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uuWhen Driving uShifting
Continued
Driving
ShiftingChange the shift position in accordance with your driving needs.■
Shift lever positions
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
Automatic transmission (CVT) mo dels without paddle shifters
1Shifting
You cannot turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0
*1
and remove the key unless the shift lever is in
( P
.
The vehicle may move forward very slightly even in
( N
while the engine is cold.
Depress the brake pedal firmly and, when necessary,
apply the parking brake.
When shifting positions in extremely low
temperatures (-22°F/-30°C), there may be a short
delay before the shift position is displayed. Always
confirm you are in the correct shift position before
driving.
Reverse
Used when reversingDrive
Used for normal drivingPark
Used when parking or starting the engine
Neutral
Used when idling
Release ButtonDrive (S)
Used:●For better acceleration●To increase engine braking●When going up or down hills
Low●Used to further increase engine braking●Used when going up or down hills

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Index
Shifting ........................................... 435, 437
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 176
Average Fuel Economy ........................ 91, 95
Average Speed ........................................... 96
BBattery...................................................... 534
Charging System Indicator ................ 69, 560
Jump Starting ......................................... 554
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 534
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 535
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ..................................... 160
Bluetooth® Audio..................... 201, 234, 287
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ............ 339, 376
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 63
Brake System ............................................ 474
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 476
Brake Assist System................................. 477
Fluid ....................................................... 511
Foot Brake .............................................. 475
Indicator ........................................... 68, 562
Parking Brake.......................................... 474
Brake System Indicator (Amber) ............... 68
Brake System Indicator (Red) .................... 68
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 141
Bulb Replacement .................................... 513
Brake/Taillights and Rear Turn Signal Lights/ Rear Side Marker Lights......................... 520
Fog Lights ............................................... 515 Front Turn Signal/Side Marker Lights ........ 518
Headlights ............................................... 513
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 522
Parking Lights .......................................... 519
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 519
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 522
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 518
Taillights and Back-Up Lights ................... 521
Bulb Specifications ........................... 570, 572
CCarbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 64
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 162
Carrying Cargo .................................. 419, 421
CD Player ................................... 190, 221, 260
Center Pocket ........................................... 159
Certification Label .................................... 574
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 513
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 560
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 118
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 123
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................. 63
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt.......................................................... 59
Larger Children .......................................... 62 Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Using a Tether ........................................... 61
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 118
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 540
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 538
Climate Control System ............................ 169
Changing the Mode ................................ 169
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 170
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 537
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 169
Sensors ................................................... 172
Synchronized Mode................................. 171
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 169
Clock .......................................................... 106
Clutch Fluid ............................................... 511
Coat Hook ................................................. 162
Compact Spare Tire .................. 545, 571, 573
Compass .................................................... 414
Console Compartment ............................. 158
Controls ..................................................... 105
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 507
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 508
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 507
Overheating ............................................ 558
Creeping (Automatic Transmission/CVT) ............... 434
Cruise Control ........................................... 447
Indicator.................................................... 80
Cup Holders .............................................. 160

588Index
Customer Service Information................. 582
Customized Features .......................... 97, 299DDaytime Running Lights ........................... 139
Dead Battery ............................................. 554
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .......................................... 168, 170
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 575
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 136
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 146
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 502
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 136
Display Button .......................... 181, 207, 239
Door Mirrors ............................................. 147
Doors ......................................................... 108
Auto Door Locking .................................. 119
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 119
Door and Trunk Open Indicator ........... 31, 74
Keys ........................................................ 108
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 116
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ............................................ 111
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 115
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 528
Driving ....................................................... 417
ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control) ................ 450
Automatic Transmission/CVT ................... 434 Braking ................................................... 474
Cruise Control ......................................... 447
Shifting Gear ................................... 441, 443
Shifting Position .............................. 435, 437
Starting the Engine.......................... 427, 429
Driving Position Memory System ............ 143
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 537
EEco Assist System.......................................... 7
ECON Button ............................................ 446
Elapsed Time ............................................... 95
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator............................................ 74, 562
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 466
Emergency ................................................ 567
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 553
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 123
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 577
Engine ....................................................... 574
Coolant ................................................... 507
Jump Starting .......................................... 554
Oil ........................................................... 501
Starting ........................................... 427, 429
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 131
Engine Coolant ......................................... 507
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 508
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 507
Overheating ............................................ 558
Temperature Gauge .................................. 89 Engine Oil
................................................. 501
Adding ................................................... 504
Checking ................................................ 502
Displaying Oil Life ........................... 489, 493
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 560
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 501
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 132
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 74, 562
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .................................. 64
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 147
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 540
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 147
FFeatures.................................................... 173
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 537
Oil .......................................................... 505
Flat Tire ..................................................... 545
Floor Mats ................................................ 539
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 510
Brake/Clutch ........................................... 511
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) .................................................... 509
Engine Coolant ....................................... 507
Manual Transmission .............................. 509
Windshield Washer ................................. 512

589
Index
Fog Light Indicator.................................... 77
Folding Down the Rear Seat ................... 154
Foot Brake ................................................ 475
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .......... 458
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Front Seats ................................................ 148
Adjusting ................................................ 148
Fuel ..................................................... 19, 481
Economy................................................. 483
Gauge ...................................................... 89
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 91, 96
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 72
Range ................................................. 92, 95
Recommendation.................................... 481
Refueling ................................................ 481
Fuel Economy ........................................... 483
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 19, 482
Message ................................................. 561
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 19, 482
Fuses ......................................................... 564
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 566
Locations ........................................ 564, 565GGasoline (Fuel) Economy................................................. 483
Gauge ...................................................... 89
Information............................................. 481
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 91, 96
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 72 Refueling ................................................. 481
Gauges ........................................................ 89
Gear Shift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission ........................... 441
Automatic Transmission (CVT) ......... 435, 437
Manual Transmission ............................... 444
Glass (care) ................................................ 541
Glove Box .................................................. 158
HHalogen Bulbs ................................... 513, 515
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 543
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ....................... 339, 376
Auto Answer ................................... 355, 391
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and
Call History .................................... 357, 393
Automatic Transferring .................... 355, 391
Displaying Messages ........................ 371, 410
Editing User Name ................................... 390
HFL Buttons ..................................... 339, 376
HFL Menus ...................................... 342, 378
HFL Status Display ........................... 341, 377
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 341, 377
Making a Call .................................. 361, 402
Options During a Call ...................... 368, 407
Phone Setup .................................... 347, 382
Phonebook Phonetic Modification ........... 397
Receiving a Call ............................... 367, 406
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail ...... 369, 408
Ring Tone ........................................ 356, 392 Selecting a Mail Account ................. 370, 409
Speed Dial ....................................... 358, 394
To Create a Security PIN .................. 354, 389
To Set Up a Text Message/E-mail
Options ......................................... 352, 387
Use Contact Photo .......................... 356, 392
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio ................... 263
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 2
Head Restraints ........................................ 151
Headlights ................................................. 136
Aiming .................................................... 513
Automatic Operation............................... 137
Dimming ......................................... 136, 139
Operating................................................ 136
Heaters (Seat) ................................... 164, 165
Heating and Cooling System ................... 166
Cooling ................................................... 168
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 168
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 537
Heating ................................................... 167
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)....................... 339, 376
High Beam Indicator .................................. 76
Hill Start Assist System ..................... 428, 432
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 337
IIdentification Numbers
Engine and Transmission ......................... 574
Vehicle Identification ............................... 574

592Index
Radio (XM®) ...................................... 218, 257
Radio Data System (RDS) .......... 188, 216, 255
Range .................................................... 92, 95
RDS (Radio Data System) .......... 188, 216, 255
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 577
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ...................................................... 142
Rear Seat (Folding Down) ........................ 154
Rear Seat Heaters ..................................... 165
Rearview Camera ...................................... 480
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 146
Refueling ................................................... 481
Fuel Gauge ................................................ 89
Gasoline .................................. 481, 570, 572
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 72
Regulations ............................... 472, 528, 575
Remote Transmitter .................................. 111
Replacement Battery..................................................... 535
Bulbs ....................................................... 513
Fuses ............................................... 564, 565
Tires ........................................................ 531
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................. 523
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 576
Resetting a Trip Meter ......................... 91, 95SSafe Driving................................................. 27
Safety Check ................................................ 31
Safety Labels ............................................... 65 Safety Message
........................................... 25
Seat Belts .................................................... 32
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 36
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 34
Checking................................................... 38
Fastening .................................................. 35
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt ......................................................... 59
Pregnant Women ...................................... 37
Reminder .................................................. 33
Warning Indicator ............................... 33, 71
Seat Heaters ...................................... 164, 165
Seats .......................................................... 148
Adjusting ................................................ 148
Front Seats .............................................. 148
Rear Seats ............................................... 154
Seat Heaters .................................... 164, 165
Security System ......................................... 124
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 77
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 77
SEL/RESET Button ....................................... 93
Select Lever ................. 17, 435, 437, 441, 443
Operation.................. 17, 436, 438, 442, 443
Releasing................................................. 557
Won’t Move ............................................ 557
Select/Reset Knob ....................................... 90
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 56
Selector Knob (Audio) ...................... 180, 203
Shift Lever ................... 17, 435, 437, 441, 443
Shift Position Indicator ...... 70, 436, 438, 442
Shifting (Transmission) ..... 435, 437, 441, 443 Shoulder Anchor
........................................ 36
Side Airbags ............................................... 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 48
Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ..................................................... 113
Snow Tires ................................................ 533
Spare Tire ................................. 545, 571, 573
Spark Plugs ....................................... 570, 572
Specifications ........................................... 570
Specified Fuel ........................... 481, 570, 572
Speedometer .............................................. 89
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 42
Starting the Engine .......................... 427, 429
Does Not Start ........................................ 551
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 131
Jump Starting ......................................... 554
Steering Wheel ........................................ 145
Adjusting ................................................ 145
Stopping ................................................... 478
Summer Tires ............................................ 533
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 163
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 42
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ........ 2, 3, 131
SYNC Mode .............................................. 171
System Message Indicator ......................... 76
TTachometer................................................ 89