key HONDA ACCORD SEDAN 2001 Owner's Manual (in English)

Protecting Children

If a Child Requires Close

Attention

Many parents say they prefer to put
an infant or small child in the front
passenger seat so they can watch the
child, or because the child requires
attention.
Placing a child in the front seat
exposes the child to hazards from
the passenger's front airbag, and
paying close attention to a child distracts the driver from the
important tasks of driving, placing
both of you at risk.
If a child requires physical attention or frequent visual contact, we
strongly recommend that another
adult ride with the child in the back seat. The back seat is far safer for a
child than the front. Additional Safety Precautions

Use childproof door locks to

prevent children from opening the
doors. Using this feature will
prevent children from opening the doors and accidentally falling out (see page 80).

Use the main power window
switch to prevent children from
opening the rear windows. Using

this feature will prevent children
from playing with the windows,
which could expose them to
hazards or distract the driver (see page 97).
Do not leave children alone in your

vehicle. Leaving children without

adult supervision is illegal in most
states and Canadian provinces,
and can be very hazardous. For
example, infants and small
children left in a vehicle on a hot day can die from heatstroke. And
children left alone with the key in
the ignition can accidentally set
the vehicle in motion, possibly
injuring themselves or others.
Driver and Passenger Safety

Protecting Children

Lock all doors and the trunk when
your car is not in use. Children
who play in cars can accidentally get trapped inside the trunk.
Teach your children not to play in or around cars. Know how to
operate the emergency trunk
opener (see page 81) and decide if your children should be shownhow to use this feature.

Keep car keys and remotetransmitters out of the reach of

children. Even very young
children learn how to unlock
vehicle doors, turn on the ignition, and open the trunk, which can
lead to accidental injury or death. General Guidelines for Using
Child Seats
The following pages give general guidelines for selecting and installing
child seats for infants and smallchildren.

Selecting a Child Seat

To provide proper protection, a child seat should meet three
requirements:

1. The child seat should meet safety
standards. The child seat should
meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 (FMVSS 213)or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard 213 (CMVSS 213). Look
for the manufacturer's statement of compliance on the box and seat.
2. The child seat should be of the

proper type and size to fit the child.

Infants: Children up to about one
year old should be restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat. Only
a rear-facing seat provides the
proper support to protect an infant's
head, neck, and back. See page 28 for additional information on
protecting infants.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Instruments and Controls

This section gives information about
the controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation of

your Honda. All the essential
controls are within easy reach.

Control Locations............................ 52

Indicator Lights................................ 53

Gauges.............................................. 58
Speedometer................................ 58

Tachometer.................................. 58

Odometer...................................... 58

Trip Meter.................................... 59
Temperature Gauge.................... 59
Fuel Gauge................................... 59

Maintenance Required
Indicator.................................... 60

Controls Near the Steering Wheel........................................ 61
Headlights.................................... 62
Automatic Lighting Off Feature...................................... 63
Daytime Running Lights............. 63 Instrument Panel Brightness..... 63
Turn Signals................................. 64
Windshield Wipers...................... 64
Windshield Washers................... 66
Hazard Warning........................... 66
Rear Window Defogger.............. 66

Steering Wheel Adjustment....... 67

Steering Wheel Controls ................ 68 Cruise Control.............................. 68
Remote Audio Controls .............. 70
Keys and Locks................................ 71
Keys...............................................71

Immobilizer System..................... 72
Ignition Switch............................. 73
Door Locks................................... 74
Power Door Locks....................... 75
Remote Transmitter.................... 76Childproof Door Locks............... 80
Trunk............................................ 80 Inside Trunk Opener................... 82
Glove Box..................................... 82

HomeLink Universal Transmitter......... 83

Seat Adjustments............................. 88
Front Seat Adjustments.............. 88

Driver's Seat Manual Height
Adjustment............................... 89
Driver's Seat Power Height

Adjustment............................... 89

Driver's Seat Full Power
Adjustments............................. 90

Driver's Lumbar Support............ 91
Front Passenger's Seat
Adjustments............................. 92

Head Restraints........................... 92

Folding Rear Seat........................ 93
Rear Seat Armrest....................... 94
Trunk Pass-through Cover......... 95

Seat Heaters..................................... 96

Power Windows............................... 97

Moonroof.......................................... 98

Mirrors.............................................. 99
Adjusting the Power Mirrors... 100

Parking Brake................................ 101

Digital Clock................................... 102
Console Compartment.................. 103

Coin Box......................................... 103

Beverage Holder............................ 104

Sun Visor......................................... 105

Vanity Mirror................................. 105
Sunglasses Holder......................... 106

Accessory Power Socket.............. 106
Interior Lights................................ 107

Instruments and Controls

Indicator Lights

"Daytime Running
Lights" Indicator

Canadian models only

This indicator lights when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) withthe headlight switch off and the
parking brake set. It should go off if
you turn on the headlights or release
the parking brake. If it comes on at any other time, it means there is a
problem with the DRL. There may also be a problem with the high
beam headlights.
High Beam Indicator
This light comes on with the high beam headlights. See page 60 forinformation on the headlight
controls.
On Canadian models, this indicator
comes on with reduced brightness
when the Daytime Running Lights (DRL) are on (see page 63 ). Cruise Control Indicator

Only on models equipped with Cruise
Control System

This lights when you set the cruise control. See page 68 for information
on operating the cruise control.
Low Fuel Indicator
This light comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon. Immobilizer System
Indicator
This indicator comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition
switch ON (II). It will then go off if
you have inserted a properly-coded ignition key. If it is not a properly-coded key, the indicator will blink
and the engine will not start (see
page 72 ).
This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignitionswitch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0).
Washer Level Indicator

Canadian models only

This light comes on when the
washer fluid level is low. Add washer fluid when you see this light come on (see page 246 ).
Instruments and Controls

CRUISE
CONTROL
DRL

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Automatic Lighting Off Feature
On EX and EX-V6 models

The Automatic Lighting Off feature turns off the headlights, parking
lights, taillights, side marker lights,license plate lights and instrument
panel lights within 15 seconds of
removing the key from the ignitionswitch and closing the driver's door.
This feature activates if you leave the headlight switch in the
or position, remove the key,
open, then close the driver's door.
If you remove the key from the
ignition switch with the headlight switch on, but do not open the door
and get out, the lights will turn off
after ten minutes.
The lights will turn on again when you unlock or open the driver's door.If you unlock the door, but do not
open it within 15 seconds, the lights
will go off. With the driver's door open, you will hear a lights-on
reminder chime.
Daytime Running Lights

(Canadian Models)

With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights come on with
reduced brightness when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (II) and
release the parking brake. They
remain on until you turn the ignitionoff, even if you set the parking brake.
The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on
with the switch. Instrument Panel Brightness
The knob on the instrument panel controls the brightness of the instru-
ment panel lights. Turn the knob to
adjust the brightness.
Instruments and Controls

Keys and Locks
Keys

Your car comes with two master keys and a valet key.
The master key fits all the locks on your car: Ignition
Doors
Trunk

Glove box
Trunk release handle
Trunk pass-through cover

Rear seat trunk access The valet key works only in the
ignition and the door locks. You can
keep the trunk, trunk release handle,
trunk pass-through cover, rear seat
trunk access and glove box locked
when you leave your car and the
valet key at a parking facility.
You should have received a key number plate with your keys. You
will need this key number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced. Keep
the plate stored in a safe place. If you
need to replace a key, use only
Honda-approved key blanks.
These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the
Immobilizer System. They will not
work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged. Protect the keys from direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity. Do not drop the keys or set heavy
objects on them.
Keep the keys away from liquids.
If they get wet, dry them immedi-
ately with a soft cloth.
The keys do not contain batteries. Do not try to take them apart.
Remote Transmitter
Some models also come with two

remote transmitters; see page 76 for
an explanation of their operation.

Instruments and Controls

KEY

NUMBER
PLATE

MASTER
KEY
(BLACK)
VALET KEY
(GREY)

Keys and Locks

Immobilizer System
The Immobilizer System protects your car from theft. A properly- coded master or valet key must be
used in the ignition switch for the engine to start. If an improperly-
coded key (or other device) is used,
the engine's fuel system is disabled.
When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), the Immobilizer System
indicator should come on for a few seconds, then go out. If the indicator
starts to blink, it means the system
does not recognize the coding of the
key. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert
it, and turn the switch to ON (II)

again.

The system may not recognize your key's coding if another immobilizerkey or other metal object is near theignition switch when you insert the
key. To make sure the system
recognizes the key code: Do not keep other immobilizer
keys on the same key ring. Use a plastic or leather key fob,
not metal.
Keep other keys away from your
vehicle's key and the ignition switch while trying to start the

engine.

If the system repeatedly does not
recognize the coding of your key, contact your Honda dealer.
This indicator will also blink several times when you turn the ignitionswitch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0).
Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical
problems could result that may make
your car undriveable. If you have lost your key and you
cannot start the engine, contact your

Honda dealer.

As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with Industry

Canada Standard RSS-210.

Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Instruments and Controls

Keys and Locks

Ignition Switch

The ignition switch is on the right side of the steering column. It has
four positions: LOCK (0)
ACCESSORY (I)
ON (II)
START (III) LOCK (0) — You can insert or
remove the key only in this position.
To switch from ACCESSORY to LOCK, you must push the key in
slightly as you turn it. If your car has
an automatic transmission, the shift
lever must also be in Park. The anti-
theft lock will lock the steering column when you remove the key.
If the front wheels are turned, the
anti-theft lock may sometimes make
it difficult to turn the key from LOCK to ACCESSORY. Firmly turn
the steering wheel to the left or to
the right as you turn the key.

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Instruments and Controls

Removing the key from the

ignition switch while driving

locks the steering. This can

cause you to lose control.

Remove the key from the
ignition switch only when

parked.

Keys and Locks

ACCESSORY (I) — In this position, you can operate the audio system and the accessory power socket.
ON (II) — This is the normal key
position when driving. All features and accessories on the car are usable.
Several of the lights on the instru-
ment panel come on as a test when
you turn the ignition switch from
ACCESSORY to ON.
START (III) — Use this positiononly to start the engine. The switch
returns to ON (II) when you let go of
the key. The engine will not start if the
Immobilizer System does not
recognize the key's coding (see page 72).
You will hear a reminder beeper if
you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or
ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver's door. Remove the key to
turn off the beeper.
Door Locks

Each door has a lock tab on the top.
Push the tab down to lock the doorand pull it up to unlock.
Instruments and Controls LOCK TAB

Keys and Locks

To lock any passenger's door when getting out of the car, push the locktab down and close the door. To lock
the driver's door, pull the outside door handle and push the lock tab
down. Release the handle, then close
the door.
The front doors can be locked and unlocked from the outside with the
key. Power Door Locks

On all models except DX

Each front door has a master door
lock switch. Either switch locks and unlocks all doors. Push the switchdown to lock all doors, and up to

unlock them.
To lock any passenger's door when
getting out of the car, push the lock
tab in and close the door. To lock thedriver's door, pull the outside door
handle and push the lock tab in or
push the master switch down. Release the handle, then close the

door.

All doors can be locked from the outside by using the key in either
front door. To unlock only the driver's door from the outside, insert the key
in the driver's door lock, turn the key and release it. If you turn the key
and hold it, all doors will unlock. All
four doors will unlock when you unlock the passenger's door with the
key.

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Instruments and Controls

MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH