TPMS HONDA ACCORD SEDAN 2021 (in English) User Guide
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uuWhen Driving uTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
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Driving
You must start TPMS calibration every time you:
• Adjust the pressure in one or more tires.
• Rotate the tires.
• Replace one or more tires.
Before calibrating the TPMS:
• Set the cold tire pressu re in all four tires.
2Checking Tires  P. 577
Make sure:
•The vehicle is at a complete stop.
• The transmission is in 
(P.
• The power mode is in ON.
■TPMS Calibration1TPMS Calibration
TPMS cannot be calibrated if a compact spare tire is 
installed.
The calibration process  requires approximately 30 
minutes of cumulative driv ing at speeds between 30-
60 mph (48-97 km/h).
During this period, if the pow er mode is set to ON and 
the vehicle is not moved wi thin 45 seconds, you may 
notice the low tire pressu re/TPMS indicator comes on 
briefly. This is normal and  indicates that the calibration 
process is not yet complete. 
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uuWhen Driving uTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Driving
You can calibrate the system from the 
customized feature on  the audio/information 
screen.
1. Set the power mode to ON.
2. Press the   button.
3. Select  Settings .
4. Select  Vehicle .
5. Select  TPMS Calibration .
6. Select  Calibrate .
• If the  Calibration Failed To Start.  
message appears, repeat steps 5-6.
• The calibration process finishes 
automatically.1TPMS Calibration
If the tire chains
* are installed, remove them before 
calibrating the TPMS.
If the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator comes on even 
when the properly inflated specified regular tires are 
installed, have your vehi cle checked by a dealer.
We recommend that the tires be replaced with the 
same brand, model, and size  as the originals. Ask a 
dealer for details.
* Not available on all models 
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uuWhen Driving uTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation
Driving
Tire Pressure Monitoring  System (TPMS) - Required 
Federal Explanation
Each tire, including the spare (i f provided), should be checked 
monthly when cold and inflated  to the inflation pressure 
recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard 
or tire inflation pressure label.
(If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated 
on the vehicle placard or tire infl ation pressure label, you should 
determine the proper tire inflat ion pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your  vehicle has been equipped with 
a tire pressure monitoring system  (TPMS) that illuminates a low 
tire pressure telltale 
when one or more of your tire s is significantly under-inflated.
Accordingly, when the low tire pr essure telltale illuminates, you 
should stop and check your tires  as soon as possible, and inflate 
them to the proper pressure.
Driving on a significantly under-in flated tire causes the tire to 
overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflat ion also reduces 
fuel efficiency and tire tread li fe, and may affect the vehicle's 
handling and stopping ability.
U.S. models 
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uuWhen Driving uTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation
Driving
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire 
maintenance, and it is the driver 's responsibility to maintain 
correct tire pressure, even if un der-inflation has not reached the 
level to trigger illumination of th e TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equi pped with a TPMS malfunction 
indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. 
The TPMS malfunction indicator is  combined with the low tire 
pressure telltale. When the syst em detects a malfunction, the 
telltale will flash fo r approximately one minute and then remain 
continuously illumina ted. This sequence will continue upon 
subsequent vehicle start-ups as  long as the malfunction exists.
When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may 
not be able to detect or signal  low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may  occur for a variety of reasons, including 
the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the 
vehicle that prevent the TPMS  from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS  malfunction telltale after replacing one or 
more tires or wheels on your  vehicle to ensure that the 
replacement or alternate tires  and wheels allow the TPMS to 
continue to function properly. 
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uuHonda Sensing ®u Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM (CMBSTM)
Driving
When you turn the CMBSTM on and off, do the 
following.
1. Press the safety support switch.
2. Roll the left selector wheel to the   
symbol and push it.
u The message appears on the driver 
information interface when the system 
becomes on or off.
The CMBS
TM is turned on every time you start 
the engine, even if you turned it off the last 
time you drove the vehicle.
■CMBSTM On and Off1 CMBSTM On and Off
The CMBS
TM may automatically shut off, and the 
safety support indicator (amb er) will come and stay 
on under certain conditions:
2 CMBS
TM Conditions and Limitations  P. 462
When the CMBS
TM is activated, it will continue to 
operate even if the accele rator pedal is partially 
depressed. However, it w ill be canceled if the 
accelerator pedal is  fully depressed.
The Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) system, Vehicle 
Stability AssistTM (VSA ®) OFF, adaptive cruise control 
(ACC) with Low Speed Follow, safety support and 
low tire pressure/TPMS indicators may come on in 
amber along with a message  in the driver information 
interface when you set the power mode to ON after 
reconnecting the battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your 
vehicle checked by a dealer.
Left Selector Wheel
Safety Support Switch 
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uuHonda Sensing ®u Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow
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Driving
When driving at about 25 mph (40 km/h) or above:  Take your foot off the 
pedal and press the  SET/– button when you reach the desired speed. The moment 
you release the button, the set speed is fixed, and ACC with Low Speed Follow begins.
When driving slower than  about 25 mph (40 km/h): If the vehicle is moving 
and the brake pedal is not depressed, pressing the button fixes the set speed to 
about 25 mph (40 km/h) regardless of current vehicle speed. If the vehicle is 
stationary, you can set the vehicle speed even with the brake pedal depressed.
When ACC with Low Speed Follow starts 
operating, the vehicle icon, interval bars and set 
speed appear on the driver information interface.
When you use ACC with  Low Speed Follow, 
Straight Driving Assist (a feature of the Electric 
Power Steering system) is activated.
By enabling the steering system to 
automatically compensate for natural steering 
pull, Straight Driving Assist makes it easier for 
you to keep your vehicl e in a straight line.
■To Set the Vehicle Speed1To Set the Vehicle Speed
You can switch the displayed set speed 
measurements on the driver  information interface or 
audio/information screen between mph and km/h. 2 Speed/Distance Units  P. 151
2 Customized Features  P. 352
The Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) system, Vehicle 
Stability AssistTM (VSA ®) OFF, adaptive cruise control 
(ACC) with Low Speed Follow, safety support and 
low tire pressure/TPMS indicators may come on in 
amber along with a message  in the driver information 
interface when you set the power mode to ON after 
reconnecting the battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your 
vehicle checked by a dealer.
On when ACC with Low 
Speed Follow begins Press and release
SET/− button
 (green)
Set Vehicle Speed
Set Vehicle Interval (green) 
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uuHonda Sensing ®u Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System
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Driving
When you turn the RDM on and off, do the 
following.
1. Press the safety support switch.
2. Roll the left selector wheel to the   
symbol and push it.
u The message appears on the driver 
information interface when the system 
becomes on or off.
The RDM is in the previously selected  ON or 
OFF  setting each time you start the engine.
The system may not properly detect lane  markings and the position of your vehicle 
under certain conditions. Some examples of these conditions are listed below.
■Environmental conditions
• Driving in bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).
• Sudden changes between light and dark, such as an entrance or exit of a tunnel.
• There is little contrast between la ne lines and the roadway surface.
• Driving into low sunlight (e.g., at dawn or dusk).
• Strong light is reflected onto the roadway.
• Driving in the shadows of trees, buildings, etc.
• Shadows of adjacent objects are parallel to lane markings.
• Roadway objects or structures are misinterpreted as lane markers.
• Reflections on the interi or of the windshield.
• Driving at night or in a dark condition such as a tunnel.
■RDM On and Off1RDM On and Off
When you have selected Warning Only  from the 
customized options using the audio/information 
screen, the system does not operate the steering 
wheel and braking. 2 Customized Features  P. 352
The Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) system, Vehicle 
Stability AssistTM (VSA ®) OFF, adaptive cruise control 
(ACC) with Low Speed Follow, safety support and 
low tire pressure/TPMS indicators may come on in 
amber along with a message  in the driver information 
interface when you set the power mode to ON after 
reconnecting the battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your 
vehicle checked by a dealer.
Safety Support Switch Left Selector Wheel
■RDM Conditions and Limitations 
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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in 
good condition with adequate  tread, and properly inflated.
■Inflation guidelines
Properly inflated tires provid e the best combination of hand ling, tread life, and comfort. 
Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or spec ifications page for the specified pressure.
Under inflated tires wear unevenly, advers ely affect handling and fuel economy, and 
are more likely to fail from overheating.
Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride ha rshly, are more prone to road hazards, 
and wear unevenly.
Every day before you drive, look at each of  the tires. If one looks lower than the 
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
At least once a month or before  long trips, use a gauge to measure the pressure in all 
tires, including the spare. Even tires in  good condition can lose 1–2 psi (10–20 kPa, 
0.1–0.2 kgf/cm
2) per month.
■Inspection guidelines
Every time you check inflation, also  examine the tires and valve stems.
Look for:
• Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tread. Replace the tire if you find any cuts, 
splits, or cracks in the side of the tire . Replace it if you see fabric or cord.
• Remove any foreign objects  and inspect for air leaks.
• Uneven tread wear. Have a deal er check the wheel alignment.
• Excessive tread wear.
2 Wear Indicators  P. 582
•Cracks or other damage around valve stem.
1Checking Tires
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This 
means the vehicle has been parked for at least three 
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If 
necessary, add or releas e air until the specified 
pressure is reached.
If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as much as 
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.4 kgf/cm
2) higher than if 
checked when cold.
Whenever tire pressure is adjusted, you must 
calibrate the TPMS. 2 TPMS Calibration P. 448
Have a dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent 
vibration while driving. Ne w tires and any that have 
been removed and reinst alled should be properly 
balanced.
Check the spare tire pressu re once a month or before 
long trips.
3WARNING
Using tires that are excessively worn or 
improperly inflated can cause a crash in 
which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s 
manual regarding ti re inflation and 
maintenance. 
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uTire Rotation
Maintenance
Tire Rotation
Rotating tires according to the maintena nce messages on the driver information 
interface helps to distribute wear more evenly and increase tire life.
■Tires without rotation marks Rotate the tires as shown here.
■Tires with rotation marksRotate the tires as shown here.
1Tire Rotation
Tires with directional trea d patterns should only be 
rotated front to back (not fr om one side to the other).
Directional tires should be  mounted with the rotation 
indication mark  facing forward, as shown below.
Whenever tires are rotated, you must calibrate the 
TPMS. 2 TPMS Calibration  P. 448
Front
Direction MarkFront
Front 
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uuBattery uCharging the Battery
Maintenance
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent damaging your vehicle’s electrical system. 
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.1Charging the Battery
When replacing the battery,  the replacement must be 
of the same specifications.
Consult a dealer for more information.
The Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) system, Vehicle 
Stability AssistTM (VSA ®) OFF, adaptive cruise control 
(ACC) with Low Speed Follow, safety support and 
low tire pressure/TPMS indicators may come on in 
amber along with a message  in the driver information 
interface when you set the power mode to ON after 
reconnecting the battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h). 
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your 
vehicle checked by a dealer.
The battery installed in this vehicle is specifically 
designed for a model wi th Auto Idle Stop.
Using a battery other than  this specified type may 
shorten the battery life, a nd prevent Auto Idle Stop 
from activating. If  you need to replace the battery, 
make sure to select the specified type and size. Ask a 
dealer for more details.
Models with Auto Idle Stop