engine HONDA ACCORD COUPE 2012 8.G Technology Reference Guide

Malfunction IndicatorsIf an indicator remains on\b there may be a problem; see your dealerOn\bOff Indicators
Condition IndicatorsAction is needed by driver
PASSENGER AIRBAGOFF(above Hazard Warning button)
SIDE AIRBAGOFF
VSA OFF
CRUISE CONTROL on
ECOFuel economyon*
Fog lightson*
Headlights on
Turn signals/hazards on
CRUISE MAINonHigh beamson
*if equipped
Charging system
Low brake fluid\b Brake system
Low oil pressure
ABS(antilock brake system)
DRL(daytime running lights)
Malfunction indicator lamp(check engine light)
TPMS(tire pressure monitoring system)
VSA®(vehicle stability assist)
SRS(supplemental restraint system)
Parking brake on:
Release
Door/Trunk open:
Close door(s) / trunk
Seat belt reminder:
Fasten seat belt(s)
Low fuel:
Refill
Low tire pressure:
Add air
Maintenance MinderTM:
Make dealer appointment
INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS
Immobilizer
Flashes: improperly coded key;
use correct key
Briefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators are most critical.
Blue and green indicators are used for general information.
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What to Do
Accessing the Information Display
Odometer\b Trip meter AOutside temperature*\b
Trip meter A
Oil lifeOutside temperature*\b
Trip meter B
Information Displays
* if equipped
I N F O R M A T I O N D I S P L A Y
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
T I R E P R E S S U R E M O N I T O R I N G S Y S T E M ( T P M S )
Monitors the vehicle’s tire pressures.
When you start the engine\b the
information display shows your
last active selection from the
previous drive cycle.
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To toggle between the different
displays\b press and release the
select/reset knob repeatedly.
1. Visually inspect the tires for
damage.
2. Use a tire air pressure gauge to
check which tire(s) have low
pressure.
3. Inflate the tire(s)\b if necessary\b
to the recommended pressures
listed on the label on the
driver’s doorjamb.
How It Works
Each tire valve stem contains
a TPMS sensor.
When the tire pressure drops
significantly below recommended
levels\b the low tire pressure
indicator comes on.
If the TPMS indicator appears\b there
may be a problem with the system.
See your dealer.
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DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (DPMS) (if equipped)
Store a driver’s seat position into memory for each remote transmitter.
Programming DPMS
Note\bA stored memory position is linked to the corresponding keyless remote
(1 or 2). Each item begins to adjust when you unlock the driver’s door with the
remote and enter the vehicle.
1. Turn the ignition switch to
ON (II). Shiftinto Park (P).
2. Adjust your seat to the preferred
setting. 3.
Press the SET button. You will
hear a beep.
4. Press the memory button
corresponding to the remote
(1 or 2) you are using. You will
hear two beeps.
Paddle Modes
P A D D L E S H I F T I N G *( i f e q u i p p e d )
Manually shift your vehicle’s gears up or down. Useful for engine braking or when
driving in hilly terrain or cornering.
Pull() to shift down. Pull(
+ ) to shift up.
*
V6 automatic transmission model only
DPaddle Shift Mode
• Shift into Drive (D).
• Pull (+) or () to shift to a higher or lower
gear.
• The selected gear number is displayed on the gear position indicator.
• When the vehicle’s speed is constant or when you press the accelerator pedal\b the mode
returns to automatic.
Sequential Shift Mode
• Shift into Sport (S).
• Pull (+) or () to manually shift between first
and fifth gears.
• The M indicator and selected gear number are displayed on the gear position indicator.
• Shift into Drive to cancel this mode.
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S A F E T Y R E M I N D E R
Your vehicle is equipped with airbags. Airbags do not replace seat belts; they add to
the protection offered by seat belts. Airbags can help protect you in some types of
collisions\b but they do not provide protection in all collisions.
Always make sure you and your passengers wear seat belts\b and that young children
are properly secured in a child seat or booster in the rear seat. Never place an infant
seat in the front passenger’s seat as the force of a deploying airbag can seriously
injure an infant.
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F U E L R E C O M M E N D A T I O N
• Only use unleaded gasoline of 87 octane or higher.
• Some gasoline in North America contains MMT\b a manganesebased fuel additive. Prolonged and consistent use of gasoline containing MMT can deteriorate your
vehicle’s performance\b fuel economy\b and the emission control system. Always use
MMTfree gasoline if available. Failures caused by use of gasoline containing MMT
may not be covered under warranty.
• “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive manufacturers to meet the needs of today's advanced
engines. In most cases\b qualifying gasoline retailers will identify their gasoline as
having met “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This
fuel is guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of
metallic additives. This helps avoid buildup of deposits in your engine and emission
control system. Because the level of detergency and harmful metallic additives
(such as MMT) in gasoline vary in the market\b Honda endorses the use of “TOP
TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help maintain the performance and
reliability of your vehicle. For more information\b visit www.toptiergas.com.
• For further important information on fuel and lubricants for your car and information on gasoline that does not contain MMT\b contact your dealer or visit
Owner Link at owners.honda.com.
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