lock HONDA ACCORD SEDAN 2020 (in English) Owner's Guide

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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when you unlock and open the driver’s door
while the engine is running by remote engine start.
2Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback* P. 471
Models with remote engine starter
* Not available on all models

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 164
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................. 166
Low Remote Signal Strength ............ 168
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 169
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................. 176
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 178
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 179
Opening and Closing the Trunk ....... 180
Security System
Immobilizer System .......................... 183
Security System Alarm ...................... 184
Opening and Closing the Windows ..... 186
Opening and Closing the Moonroof*..... 189Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 190
Turn Signals ..................................... 193
Light Switches.................................. 194
Fog Lights
*...................................... 196
Daytime Running Lights ................... 197
Auto High-Beam .............................. 198
Wipers and Washers ........................ 201
Rear Defogger/Heat ed Door Mirror
*
Button ........................................... 203 Heated Windshield Button ............... 203
Brightness Control ........................... 204
Driving Position Memory System
*.... 206
Adjusting the Steering Wheel .......... 208
Adjusting the Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 209
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 210
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 211
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience
Items ................................................ 222
Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control .... 240
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 243
Canadian models
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Clock
Adjusting the Clock
You can adjust the time manually in the audio/information screen, with the power
mode in ON.
1.Press the MENU/CLOCK button.
2. Select Adjust Clock , then press .
3. Rotate to adjust the hours.
4. Press to switch to minute adjustment.
5. Rotate to adjust the minutes.
6. Press to switch to Set.
7. Press to complete clock adjustment.
■Adjusting the Time
1Clock
The clock is automatica lly updated through the
navigation system, so the ti me does not need to be
adjusted.
These indications are used to show how to operate
the selector knob.
Rotate to select.
Press to enter.
You can customize the clock display to show the 12
hour clock or 24 hour clock. 2 Customized Features P. 372
You can turn the clock display on and off. 2 Customized Features P. 372
Models with navigation system
Models with color audioMENU/CLOCK Button
Selector KnobModels with color audio

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uuClock uAdjusting the Clock
Controls
1. Press the , then select Settings.
2. Select System.
3. Select Day & Time.
4. Select Set Date & Time .
5. Select Automatic Date & Time , then
select OFF.
To adjust time:
6. Select Set Time.
7. Selecting / .
8. Select Save to set the time.
To adjust date:
6. Select Set Date.
7. Selecting / .
8. Select Save to set the date.
1Clock
You can also adjust the clock by touching the clock
displayed on the upper right corner of the display or
the Clock icon on the home screen.
1. Touch the clock on the display.
The clock screen of the select face-type appears.
2. Select Settings .
3. Select Day & Time.
4. Select Set Date & Time .
5. Select Automatic Date & Time , then select OFF.
6. Select Set Date or Set Time.
7. Adjusting the dates, hours and minutes by selecting / .
8. Select Save to set the time.
You can customize the clock display to show the 12
hour clock or 24 hour clock. 2 Customized Features P. 383
You can customize the date display to MM/DD/YYYY,
DD/MM/YYYY or YYYY/MM/DD. 2 Customized Features P. 383
Models with Display Audio
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Models with Display Audio
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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the key to start and stop the engine, and to lock and unlock all the doors, fuel
fill door and to open the trunk.
You can also use the remote transmitter or smart entry system
* to lock and unlock
all the doors, fuel fill door and to open the trunk.
1 Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft. 2 Immobilizer System P. 183
Follow the advice below to prevent damage to the
keys:
•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids, dust and sand.
•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the remote transmitter may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
You can remotely start the engine using the remote.
2 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback
* P. 471
Models with remote engine starter
Models without smart entry system
Models with smart entry system
Models with smart entry system and
remote engine starter
* Not available on all models

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uKey Types and Functions
Controls
The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the
doors or open the trunk when the remote
battery becomes weak and the power door
lock/unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, slide the release
knob and then pull out the key. To reinstall
the built-in key, push the built-in key into the
remote until it clicks.
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
■Built-in Key
Built-in Key
Release Knob
■Key Number Tag1
Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.

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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLow Remote Signal Strength
Controls
Low Remote Signal Strength
The vehicle transmits radio waves to locate the remote when locking/unlocking the
doors*, and fuel fill door*, opening the trunk*, or to start the engine.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors
*, and fuel fill door*, opening the
trunk*, or to start the engine may be inhi bited or operation may be unstable:
• Strong radio waves are being tra nsmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the remote together with telecommunications equipment,
laptop computers, cell phone s, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touchi ng or covering the remote.
1Low Remote Signal Strength
Communication between the remote and the vehicle
consumes the remote’s battery.
Battery life is about two years, but this varies
depending on re gularity of use.
The battery is consumed whenever the remote is
receiving strong radio waves. Avoid placing it near
electrical appliances such as televisions and personal
computers.
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
When you carry the re mote, you can lock/
unlock the doors, fuel fill door, and open the
trunk.
You can lock/unlock the doors, fuel fill door
within a radius of about 32 inches (80 cm) of
the outside door handle. You can open the
trunk within about 32 inches (80 cm) radius
from the trunk release button.
■Locking the doors Touch the door lock sensor on the front door.u Some exterior lights flash; the beeper
sounds; all the doors and fuel fill door
lock; and the security system sets.
■Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System*1Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior light comes on when you unlock
the doors.
No doors opened: The li ght fades out after 30
seconds.
Doors relocked: The light goes off immediately.
2 Interior Lights P. 222
Door Lock Sensor
1Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System*
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of
unlocking the vehicle with the smart entry system,
the doors and trunk will automatically relock.
You can lock or unlock doors using the smart entry
system only when the power mode is in VEHICLE OFF.
•Do not leave the remote in the vehicle when you
get out. Carry it with you.
•Even if you are not carr ying the remote, you can
lock/unlock the doors whil e someone else with the
remote is within range.
•The door may be unlocked if the door handle is
covered with water in heavy rain or in a car wash if
the remote is within range.
•If you grip a front door handle wearing gloves, the
door sensor may be slow to respond or may not
respond by unlocking the doors.
•After locking the door, you have up to 2 seconds
during which you can pull the door handle to
confirm whether the door is locked.
* Not available on all models

uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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Controls
■Unlocking the doors and trunk
Grab the driver’s door handle:u The driver’s door and fuel fill door
unlocks.
u Some exterior lights flash twice and the
beeper sounds twice.
Grab the front passenger’s door handle: u All the doors and fuel fill door unlock.
u Some exterior lights flash twice and the
beeper sounds twice.
Press the trunk release button: u The trunk unlocks and opens.
u A beeper will sound.
2 Using the Trunk Release Button* P. 181
Trunk Release Button
1Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System*
•If you need to unlock the door immediately after
locking it, wait at least 2 seconds before gripping
the handle, otherwise th e door will not unlock.
•The door might not open if you pull it immediately
after gripping the door handle. Grip the handle
again and confirm that th e door is unlocked before
pulling the handle.
•Even within the 32 inches (80 cm) radius, you may
not be able to lock/unl ock the doors with the
remote if it is above or below the outside handle.
•The remote may not operate if it is too close to the
door and door glass.
The light flash, beep and door unlock mode settings
can be customized using the audio/information
screen. 2 Customized Features P. 383
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
■Locking the vehicle (Walk away auto
lock ®)
When you walk away from the vehicle while
carrying the remote , the doors will
automatically lock.
The auto lock function activates when all
doors are closed, and the remote is within
about 5 feet (1.5 m) ra dius of the outside door
handle.
Exit vehicle while carrying remote and close
door(s).
1. While within about 5 feet (1.5 m) radius of
the vehicle.
u The beeper sounds; the auto lock
function will be activated.
2. Carry the remote beyond about 5 feet
(1.5 m) from the vehicle and remain outside
this range for 2 or more seconds.
u Some exterior lights flash; the beeper
sounds; all doors will then lock.1Locking the vehicle (Walk away auto lock® )
The auto lock function is set to OFF as the factory
default setting. The auto lo ck function can be set to
ON using the audio/information screen.
If you set the auto lock function to ON using the
audio/information screen, only the remote that was
used to unlock the driver’s door prior to the setting
change can activate auto lock. 2 Customized Features P. 383
After the auto lock function has been activated,
when you stay within the locking/unlocking
operation range, the indica tor on the remote will
continue to flash until the doors are locked.
When you stay beside the vehicle within the
operation range, the doors wi ll automatically lock
approximately 30 seconds after the auto lock
function activating beeper sounds.
When you open a door after the auto lock function
activating beeper sounds, the auto lock function will
be delayed until all doors are closed.
When all doors have been closed and the remote is
inside the vehicle, or if the remote is not detected
within about 5 feet (1.5 m) of the vehicle, auto lock
function will not be activated.
If you press the unlock but ton on the remote within
the operation range soon afte r the auto lock function
activating beeper sounds, the auto lock function will
be canceled.
The activation range of
the auto lock function is
about 5 feet (1.5 m)