HONDA ACCORD SEDAN 2006 Owner's Manual (in English)

2006 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Contents

Owner's Identification Form
Introduction ........................................................................\
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A Few Words About Safet y........................................................................\
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Your Vehicle at a Glance........................................................................\
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Driver and Passenger Safety ........................................................................\
..................................... .7
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restr\
aint System.
Instruments and Control s........................................................................\
........................................ .55
Instrume nt panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering colu\
mn controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features ........................................................................\
..................... .101
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other c\
onvenience features.
Before Driving........................................................................\
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What gasoline to use, how to break -in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving ........................................................................\
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The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, pl\
us towing a trailer.
Maintenance........................................................................\
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The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take you r vehicle to the dealer.
Taking Care of the Unexpecte d........................................................................\
..............................237
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, an d how to handle them.
Technical Informatio n........................................................................\
.............................................263
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canad a)................................................................277
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact \
us.
Authorized Manu als (U.S. only)........................................................................\
..............................281
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index........................................................................\
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Service Information Summary
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.

Accord Value Package Audio System

T his owner’s manual covers all models of
the Accord Sedan. You may f ind
descriptions of equipment and f eatures that
are not on your particular model.
T he inf ormation and specif ications included
in this publication were in ef f ect at the time
of approval f or printing. Honda Motor Co.,
Ltd. reserves the right, however, to
discontinue or change specif ications or
design at any time without notice and
without incurring any obligation whatsoever. T his owner’s manual should be considered
a permanent part of the vehicle and should
remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
Owner’s Identif ication
POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN
A VIS IMPORT A NT : Si vous avez
besoin d’un Manuel du Conduct eur en
f rançais, veuillez demander à votre
concessionnaire de commander le
numéro de pièce 33SDAC30 .
OWNER
ADDRESS
V. I. N.
DELIVERY DATE
DEALER NAME DEALER NO.
ADDRESS
OWNER’S SIGNATURE
DEALER’S SIGNATURE
STREET
CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE
(Date sold to original retail purchaser)
STREET
CITY STATE/PROVINCE ZIP CODE/
POSTAL CODE
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One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to
read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and
convenience items. Af terwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle so
youcanrefertoitatanytime.As you read this manual, you will
f ind inf ormation that is preceded by
a symbol. This
inf ormation is intended to help you
avoid damage to your Honda, other
property, or the environment.
Calif ornia Proposition 65 Warning
This product contains
or emits chemicals known to the
state of California to cause cancer
and birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with one or
more recording devices commonly
ref erred to as event data recorders
or sensing and diagnostic modules.
Congratulations! Your selection of a 2006 Honda Accord was a wise
investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure.
Maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the
instrument panel helps to keep your driving trouble-f ree while it preserves
your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that
your dealer’s staf f is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique
to your vehicle. Your Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisf action and will
be pleased to answer any questions and concerns. Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet
thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights
and responsibilities.
Introduction
WARNING:
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To help you make inf ormed
decisions about saf ety, we have
provided operating procedures and
other inf ormation on labels and in
this manual. This inf ormation alerts
you to potential hazards that could
hurt you or others. You will f ind this important saf ety inf ormation in a variety of f orms,
including:
preceded by a saf ety alert symbol and one of
three signal words: , , or .
These signal words mean:
such as Important Saf ety Reminders or Important
Safety Precautions. such as Driver and Passenger Safety.
how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.
This entire book is f illed with important saf ety inf ormation please read it
caref ully.
Your safety, and the safety of others,
is very important. And operating this
vehicle safely is an important
responsibility.
Of course, it is not practical or
possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or
maintaining your vehicle. You must
use your own good judgement.
on the vehicle.
AFewWordsAboutSafety
Saf ety Messages
Saf ety Headings
Saf ety Section
Instructions Saf ety L abels
DANGER WARNING CAUTION
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You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
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HEATING/COOLING
CONTROLS
MIRROR
CONTROLS
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES GAUGES
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE ACCESSORY
POWER SOCKETS AUDIO
SYSTEM
AIRBAGS
(P.64) (P.11, 23)
(P.58)
INDICATORS
TRUNK RELEASE LEVER FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE LEVER
POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER
SWITCH
SHIFT LEVER
(P.90)
(P.77)
(P.91)
(P.82) (P.156) (P.157)
(P.99)(P.170,
173)
(P.102) (P.114)
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Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual.
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
You r Vehicle at a Glance
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INSTRUMENT PANEL
BRIGHTNESS
MOONROOF
SWITCH HEADLIGHTS/
TURN
SIGNALS
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
HORN
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT CRUISE
CONTROLS
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER PASSENGER
AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.31)
HAZARD
WARNING BUTTON
VSA OFF SWITCH WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/
WASHERS
(P.71)
(P.69)
(P.141)
(P.94) VOICE CONTROL
SWITCHES
(P.183) (P.73) (P.72,
108)
(P.145) (P.71)
(P.68)
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This section gives you important
inf ormation about how to protect
yourself and your passengers. It
shows you how to use seat belts. It
explains how your airbags work. And
it tells you how to properly restrain
inf ants and children in your vehicle.
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Important Safety Precautions . 8
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Your Vehicle’s Saf ety Features . 9
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Seat Belts .10
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Airbags .11
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Protecting Adults and Teens . 13
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1. Close and Lock the Doors . 13
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2. Adjust the Front Seats . 13
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3. Adjust the Seat-Backs . 14
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4. Adjust the Head Restraints . 15
5. Fasten and Position the Seat .....................................
Belts .16
6. Maintain a Proper Sitting ................................
Position .17
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 18 ...
Additional Safety Precautions . 19
Additional Inf ormation About Your .................................
Seat Belts .20
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Seat Belt System Components . 20
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Lap/Shoulder Belt .21
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Seat Belt Maintenance . 22
Additional Inf ormation About Your .....................................
Airbags .23
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Airbag System Components . 23
How Your Front Airbags .........................................
Work .25
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 28
How Your Side Curtain Airbags .........................................
Work .30
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How the SRS Indicator Works . 30
How the Side Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .31
How the Passenger Airbag Of f ......................
Indicator Works .31
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Airbag Service .32
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Additional Safety Precautions . 33
Protecting Children General ................................
Guidelines .34
All Children Must Be ...............................
Restrained .34 All Children Should Sit in a
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Back Seat .35
The Passenger’s Front Airbag ................
Poses Serious Risks . 35
If You Must Drive with Several ...................................
Children .37
If a Child Requires Close ..................................
Attention .37
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Additional Safety Precautions . 37
Protecting Inf ants and .........................
Small Children .38
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Protecting Inf ants .38
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Protecting Small Children . 40
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Selecting a Child Seat .41
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Installing a Child Seat .42
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With LATCH .43
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With a Belt .45
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With a Tether .47
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Protecting Larger Children . 48
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Using a Booster Seat . 49
When Can a Larger Child Sit in .........................................
Front .50
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Additional Safety Precautions . 51
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 52
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Saf ety Labels .53
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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You’ll
find many safety
recommendations throughout this
section, and throughout this manual.
Therecommendationsonthispage
are the ones we consider to be the
most important. Excessive
speed is a maj or factor in
crash injuries and deaths. Generally,
the higher the speed, the greater the
risk, but serious injuries can also
occur at lower speeds. Never drive
faster than is safe for current
conditions, regardless of the
maximum speed posted.
Having a tire blowout or a
mechanical failure can be extremely
hazardous. To reduce the possibility
of such problems, check your tire
pressures and condition frequently,
and perform all regularly scheduled
maintenance (see page ).
A
seat belt is your best protection in
all typ es of collisions. Airbags are
designed to supplement seat belts,
not replace them. So even though
your vehicle is equipped with airbags,
make sure you and your passengers
always wear your seat belts, and
wear them properly (see page ).
Children age 12 and under should
ride properly restrained in a back
seat. Infants and small children
should be restrained in a child seat.
Larger children should use a booster
and a lap/shoulder belt until they
canusethebeltproperlywithouta
booster (see pages ). While
airbags can save lives, they
can cause serious or fatal injuries to
occupants who sit too close to them,
or are not properly restrained.
Infants, young children, and short
adults are at the greatest risk. Be
su re to follow all instru ctions and
warnings in this manual.
Alcohol and driving don’t mix. Even
one drink can reduce your ability to
respond to changing conditions, and
your reaction time gets worse with
every additional drink. So don’t drink
and drive, and don’t let your f riends
drink and drive, either.
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Important Saf ety Precautions
Always Wear Your Seat Belt Control Your Speed
K eep Your Vehicle in Saf e
Condition
Restrain All Children Be Aware of Airbag Hazards
Don’t Drink and Drive
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Your vehicle is equipped with many
features that work together to
protect you and your passengers
during a crash.
The f ollowing pages explain how you
cantakeanactiveroleinprotecting
yourself and your passengers. Some f eatures do not require any
action on your part. These include a
strong steel f ramework that f orms a
saf ety cage around the passenger
compartment; front and rear crush
zones; a collapsible steering column;
and tensioners that tighten the f ront
seat belts in a crash.
However, you and your passengers
can’t take f ull advantage of these
f eatures unless you remain sitting in
a proper position and. In fact, some safety
f eatures can contribute to injuries if
they are not used properly.
Your Vehicle’s Saf ety Features
always wear
your seat belts
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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(3)
(4)
(5) (6)
(7)
(8)
(7) (10)
(11)
(9)
(8)
(1) Safety Cage
(2) Crush Zones
(3) Seats and Seat-Backs
(4) Head Restraints
(5) Collapsible Steering Column
(6) Seat Belts
(7) Front Airbags
(8) Side Airbags
(9) Side Curtain Airbags
(10) Door Locks
(11) Seat Belt Tensioners
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