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Driving with varying tire or wheel
sizes may cause the VSA to
malfunction. When replacing tires,
make sure they are of the same size
and type as your original tires (see
page

).

VSA is turned on every time you
start the engine, even if you turned it
off the last time you drove the
vehicle.

If you install winter tires, make sure
they are the same size as those that
were originally supplied with your
vehicle. Exercise the same caution
during winter driving as you would if
your vehicle was not equipped with
VSA.

In certain unusual conditions when
your vehicle gets stuck in shallow
mud or fresh snow, it may be easier
to free it with the VSA temporarily
switched off. When the VSA system
is off, the traction control system is
also off. You should only attempt to
free your vehicle with the VSA off if
you are not able to free it when the
VSA is on.

Immediately after freeing your
vehicle, be sure to switch the VSA on
again. We do not recommend driving
your vehicle with the VSA and
traction control systems switched off.

This switch is under the driver’s side
vent. To turn the VSA system on and
off, press and hold it until you hear a
beep.

When VSA is off, the VSA activation
indicator comes on as a reminder.
Press and hold the switch again. It
turns the system back on.

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VSA and Tire Sizes

VSA Of f Switch

Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System

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VSA OFF SWITCH

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Summary of Contents for 2009 Accord

Page 1: ...booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities Maintaining your vehicle according to the maintenance minder shown in the instrument panel helps to keep your driving trouble free while it preserves your investment When your vehicle needs maintenance keep in mind that your dealer s staff is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique t...

Page 2: ...olve service problems It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes but it remains confidential California 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 Introduction This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data recorder...

Page 3: ...formation in a variety of forms including on the vehicle preceded by a safety alert symbol and one of three signal words or such as Important Safety Reminders or Important Safety Precautions such as Driver and Passenger Safety how to use this vehicle correctly and safely This entire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully These signal words mean Safety Labels Safe...

Page 4: ...meLink other convenience items 121 Before Driving fuel vehicle break in and cargo loading 247 Driving engine and transmission operation 267 Maintenance minder fluid checking minor services and vehicle storage 295 Taking Care of the Unexpected flat tire dead battery overheating fuses 347 Technical Information vehicle specifications tires and emissions controls 373 Warranty and Customer Relations U ...

Page 5: ...list of things to check and instructions on how to check them This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience and details how to handle them A summary of the warranties covering your new vehicle and how to contact us for any reason Refer to your warranty manual for detailed information Important information about the proper use and care of your vehicle s seat belts an overview ...

Page 6: ... AIRBAG P 9 23 P 9 23 PASSENGER S FRONT AIRBAG INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS P 63 TRUNK RELEASE LEVER U S EX L V6 model without navigation system is shown MOONROOF SWITCH CLOCK AUXILIARY INPUT JACK P 108 P 213 P 201 P 122 P 127 P 135 P 199 P 114 P 249 P 90 P 55 P 102 P 80 P 104 P 252 GAUGES FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE LEVER COMPASS MANUAL TRANSMISSION P 270 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION P 273 P 206 HOMELINK BUT...

Page 7: ...ER SWITCHES INTERFACE DIAL INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS P 73 P 69 P 30 P 161 HAZARD WARNING BUTTON P 74 P 101 P 210 P 70 73 REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS P 198 P 283 STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS P 76 NAVIGATION SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS FOG LIGHTS HORN VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST VSA SYSTEM OFF SWITCH P 75 103 REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HEATED MIRROR BUTTON BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK VOICE CON...

Page 8: ...bags Work 23 How Your Side Airbags Work 27 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work 28 How the SRS Indicator Works 29 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works 29 How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works 30 Airbag Service 31 Additional Safety Precautions 31 Protecting Children General Guidelines 33 All Children Must Be Restrained 33 All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat 34 The Passenger s Front Airba...

Page 9: ...isk Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual Children age 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat not the front seat Infants and small children should be restrained in a child seat Larger children should use a booster seat and a lap shoulder belt until they can use the belt properly without a booster seat see pages Excessive speed is a major factor in cras...

Page 10: ...atures do not require any action on your part These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment front and rear crush zones a collapsible steering column and tensioners that tighten the front seat belts in a crash Your Vehicle s Safety Features always wear your seat belts Driver and Passenger Safety 7 2 2 8 7 10 11 9 9 1 6 4 5 7 3 1 Safety Cage 2 Crush...

Page 11: ...your risk of serious injury Always wear your seat belt and make sure you wear it properly Your seat belt system also includes an indicator on the instrument panel and a beeper to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts Seat belts are the single most effective safety device for adults and larger children Infants and smaller children must be properly restrained in child seats Not we...

Page 12: ...o of the driver or a front seat passenger during a moderate to severe side impact see page for more information on how your side airbags work In addition your vehicle has side curtain airbags to help protect the heads of the driver front passenger and passengers in the outer rear seating positions during a moderate to severe side impact see page for more information on how your side curtain airbag...

Page 13: ... Remember however that no safety system can prevent all injuries or deaths that can occur in a severe crash even when seat belts are properly worn and the airbags deploy To do their job airbags must inflate with tremendous force So while airbags help save lives they can cause minor injuries or more serious or even fatal injuries if occupants are not properly restrained or sitting properly Your Veh...

Page 14: ...g the doors reduces the chance of someone being thrown out of the vehicle during a crash and it helps prevent passengers from accidentally opening a door and falling out Locking the doors also helps prevent an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door when you come to a stop See page for how to lock the doors and page for how the door and trunk open monitor system works Your vehicle has a door and...

Page 15: ...ment may help Once a seat is adjusted correctly rock it back and forth to make sure it is locked in position See page for how to adjust a front seat power adjustment and page for a manual adjustment The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches 25 cm between the center of the steering wheel and the chest In addition to adjus...

Page 16: ...back and page for the power adjustable seat back See page for how to adjust the head restraints and how the driver s and front passenger s active head restraints work Have passengers adjust their head restraints properly as well Taller persons should adjust their restraint as high as possible 96 93 92 Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints 4 Driver and Passenger Safety 13 Improperl...

Page 17: ...o remove any slack then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder If a seat belt does not seem to work properly it may not protect the occupant in a crash Using a seat belt that is not working properly can result in serious injury or death Have your dealer check the belt as soon as possible This spreads the force of a crash over the strongest bones in your up...

Page 18: ...d when driving or riding in a vehicle is to always wear a seat belt and keep the lap part of the belt as low as possible across the hips Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased CONTINUED ...

Page 19: ...ked SRS AIRBAG could interfere with the proper operation of the airbags or be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone if the airbags inflate If a side airbag or a side curtain airbag inflates a cup holder or other hard object attached on or near the door could be propelled inside the vehicle and hurt someone Devices intended to improve occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a se...

Page 20: ...nitors the front seat belts If you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position before your seat belt is fastened the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash If your seat belt is not fastened before the beeper stops the indicator will stop flashing but remain on If a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt the indicator will come on about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is tur...

Page 21: ...ets you move freely in your seat while it keeps some tension on the belt During a collision or sudden stop the retractor automatically locks the belt to help restrain your body If the shoulder part of the belt is pulled all the way out the lockable retractor will activate The belt will retract but it will not allow the passenger to move freely To deactivate the lockable retractor unlatch the buckl...

Page 22: ...at is not in good condition or working properly will not provide good protection and should be replaced as soon as possible Honda provides a limited warranty on seat belts See your booklet for details When the tensioners are activated the seat belts will remain tight until they are unbuckled The tensioners can also be activated during a collision in which the front airbags In this case the airbags...

Page 23: ... damage and replace them if needed If the automatic seat belt tensioners activate during a crash they must be replaced Additional Information About Your Seat Belts 20 Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious injury or death if the seat belts do not work properly when needed Check your seat belts regularly and have any problem corrected as soon as possible ０８０６１１１８２４１７３１ＴＥ...

Page 24: ... Tensioners 5 Side Airbags 11 Occupant Position Detection System OPDS Sensors 12 Front Passenger s Weight Sensors Control Unit OPDS Sensors Control Unit 13 SRS Indicator 14 Side Curtain Airbags 15 Safing Sensor 16 Side Impact Sensors Second 6 Driver s Seat Position Sensor 7 Front Passenger s Weight Sensors 8 Front Impact Sensors 9 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator 10 Side Impact Sensors First ０８０６１...

Page 25: ...turn the airbag off see page Sensors that can detect whether the driver s seat belt and the front passenger s seat belt are latched or unlatched see page A driver s seat position sensor that monitors the distance of the seat from the front airbag If the seat is too far forward the airbag will inflate with less force see page Two side airbags one for the driver and one for a front passenger The air...

Page 26: ...dvanced airbag system has turned the passenger s airbag off see page If you ever have a moderate to severe frontal collision sensors will detect the vehicle s rapid deceleration If the rate of deceleration is high enough the control unit will instantly inflate the driver s and front passenger s airbags at the time and with the force needed An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you that ...

Page 27: ...lly powder from the airbag s surface Although the powder is not harmful people with respiratory problems may experience some temporary discomfort If this occurs get out of the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so After inflating the front airbags immediately deflate so they won t interfere with the driver s visibility or the ability to steer or operate other controls The total time for inflation...

Page 28: ...t any objects or metal items under the front seats Back seat passengers should not put their feet under the front seats Failure to follow these instructions could damage the sensors or prevent them from working properly Your front airbags are also dual threshold airbags Airbags with this feature have two deployment thresholds that depend on whether sensors detect the occupant is wearing a seat bel...

Page 29: ...ere is no passenger in the front seat the airbag will be off However the passenger airbag off indicator will not come on When the airbag is turned off a passenger airbag off indicator in the center of the dashboard comes on see page The passenger s advanced front airbag system has weight sensors under the seat Although Honda does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in front if the sens...

Page 30: ...ause the side airbag to be shut off Only one airbag will deploy during a side impact If the impact is on the passenger s side the passenger s side airbag will deploy even if there is no passenger To get the best protection from the side airbags front seat occupants should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats If you ever have a moderate to severe side impact sensors wi...

Page 31: ...curtain airbag and activate the seat belt tensioner on the driver s or the passenger s side of the vehicle If the side airbag off indicator comes on see page have the passenger sit upright Once the passenger is out of the airbag s deployment path the system will turn the airbag back on and the indicator will go out There will be some delay between the moment the passenger moves into or out of the ...

Page 32: ...your airbags or seat belt tensioners This indicator alerts you that the passenger s side airbag has been automatically shut off It does mean there is a problem with your side airbags When you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position the indicator should come on briefly and then go off see page If it doesn t come on stays on or comes on while driving without a passenger in the front seat have...

Page 33: ...hut off However the indicator will not come on The passenger airbag off indicator may come on and off repeatedly if the total weight on the seat is near the airbag cutoff threshold If an adult or teenage passenger is riding in front move the seat as far to the rear as possible and have the passenger sit upright and wear the seat belt properly This indicator alerts you that the passenger s front ai...

Page 34: ...ng a crash to make sure they are operating properly Your airbag systems are virtually maintenance free and there are no parts you can safely service However you must have your vehicle serviced if Any airbag that has deployed must be replaced along with the control unit and other related parts Any seat belt tensioner that activates must also be replaced Do not try to remove or replace any airbag by...

Page 35: ... another liquid soaks into a seat back it can prevent the side airbag cutoff system from working properly Additional Information About Your Airbags Do not cover or replace front seat back covers without consulting your dealer Do not expose the front passenger s seat back to liquid 32 ０８０６１１１８２６１７３１ＴＥ０６１０００３７ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 36: ... every state and Canadian province requires that infants and children be properly restrained when they ride in a vehicle see pages see pages 38 46 47 50 properly All Children Must Be Restrained Infants and small children must be restrained in an approved child seat that is properly secured to the vehicle Larger children must be restrained with a lap shoulder belt and ride on a booster seat until t...

Page 37: ...ding to accident statistics children of all ages and sizes are safer when they are restrained in a back seat The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children age 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat Some states have laws restricting where children may ride Children who ride in back are less likely to be injured by striking interior v...

Page 38: ...your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard U S models and on the front visors Please read and follow the instructions on these labels U S Models Canadian Models Protecting Children General Guidelines Driver and Passenger Safety 35 DASHBOARD SUN VISORS SUN VISORS ０８０６１１１８２６５０３１ＴＥ０６１０００４０ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 39: ... in front Place the largest child in the front seat provided the child is large enough to wear the lap shoulder belt properly see page Move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible see page Have the child sit upright and well back in the seat see page Make sure the seat belt is properly positioned and secured see page If a child requires close physical attention or frequent visual contact w...

Page 40: ...ly or fatally injured See pages and for how to activate and deactivate the lockable retractor 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 A child left alone with the key in the ignition switch can accidentally set the vehicle in mot...

Page 41: ...ting position in the back seat but not in the front If the passenger s front airbag inflates it can hit the back of the child seat with enough force to kill or seriously injure an infant When properly installed a rear facing child seat may prevent the driver or a front passenger from moving their seat as far back as recommended or from locking their seat back in the desired position It can also in...

Page 42: ...at you install the child seat directly behind the front passenger s seat move the seat as far forward as needed and leave it unoccupied Or you may wish to get a smaller rear facing child seat We also recommend that a small child use the child seat until the child reaches the weight or height limit for the seat CONTINUED Protecting Small Children Child Seat Type Placing a forward facing child seat ...

Page 43: ...box Rear facing for infants forward facing for small children If it is necessary to put a forward facing child seat in the front move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as possible and be sure the child seat is firmly secured to the vehicle and the child is properly strapped in the seat Even with advanced front airbags that automatically turn the passenger s front airbag off see page a back seat ...

Page 44: ...f child seat that can be firmly secured Before purchasing a conventional child seat or using a previously purchased one we recommend that you test the seat in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where the seat will be used Make sure the child is properly strapped in the child seat according to the child seat maker s instructions A child who is not properly secured in a child seat ca...

Page 45: ...tructions Some LATCH compatible seats have a rigid type connector as shown above Your vehicle is equipped with LATCH lower anchors and tethers for children at the outer rear seats The lower anchors are located between the seat back and seat bottom and are to be used only with a child seat designed for use with LATCH The location of each lower anchor is indicated by a small button above the anchor ...

Page 46: ...h the legs of the head restraint and over the seat back making sure the strap is not twisted Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchor then tighten the strap as instructed by the child seat maker Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure 4 5 6 7 96 Installing a Child Seat Driver and Passenger Safety 43 TETHER STRAP HOOK Flexible type ANCHOR ０８０...

Page 47: ...art of the belt all the way out until it stops then let the belt feed back into the retractor After the belt has retracted tug on it If the belt is locked you will not be able to pull it out If you can pull the belt out it is not locked and you will need to repeat these steps In addition the lap shoulder belts in all seating positions except the driver s have a lockable retractor that must be acti...

Page 48: ...elt allow it to retract fully then repeat these steps After confirming that the belt is locked grab the shoulder part of the belt near the buckle and pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the belt Remember if the lap part of the belt is not tight the child seat will not be secure To remove slack it may help to put weight on the child seat or push on the back of the seat while pulling up...

Page 49: ...rap according to the seat maker s instructions Lift the cover then attach the tether strap hook to the anchor making sure the strap is not twisted A child seat with a tether can be installed in any seating position in the back seat using one of the anchorage points shown above 1 2 3 44 Installing a Child Seat with a Tether Installing a Child Seat Using an Anchor 46 TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS Center P...

Page 50: ...llowing pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit what kind of booster seat to use if one is needed and important precautions for a child who must sit in front 1 2 CONTINUED Checking Seat Belt Fit Protecting Larger Children Driver and Passenger Safety 47 Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in front can result in injury or death if the passenger s front airbag inflates If a c...

Page 51: ...wear the lap shoulder belt correctly If you answer no to any question the child needs to ride on a booster seat Some states and Canadian provinces also require children to use a booster seat until they reach a given age or weight e g 6 years or 60 lbs Be sure to check current laws in the states or provinces where you intend to drive Booster seats can be high back or low back Whichever style you se...

Page 52: ...lates in a moderate to severe frontal collision the airbag can cause serious injuries to a child who is unrestrained improperly restrained sitting too close to the airbag or out of position A side airbag also poses risks If any part of a larger child s body is in the path of a deploying side airbag the child could receive possibly serious injuries If a child who uses a booster seat must ride in fr...

Page 53: ...ual and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all safety information Move the vehicle seat to the rear most position Have the child sit up straight back against the seat and feet on or near the floor Check that the child s seat belt is properly and securely positioned Supervise the child Even mature children sometimes need to be reminded to fasten the seat belts or sit properly D...

Page 54: ... cooling system climate control system as shown below If you must sit in your parked vehicle with the engine running even in an unconfined area adjust the heating and cooling system climate control system as follows Select the fresh air mode Select the mode Turn the fan on high speed Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever The vehic...

Page 55: ...l comes off or becomes hard to read except for the U S dashboard label which may be removed by the owner contact your dealer for a replacement U S models only Canadian models U S models Canadian models U S models U S models Canadian models Safety Labels 52 DASHBOARD DOORJAMBS SUN VISORS RADIATOR CAP HOOD ０８０６１１１８２９５３３１ＴＥ０６１０００５７ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 56: ...Adjustments 76 Keys and Locks 77 Immobilizer System 78 Ignition Switch 79 Door Locks 80 Auto Door Locking Unlocking 81 Remote Transmitter 87 Trunk 90 Emergency Trunk Opener 91 Seats 92 Driver s Seat Power Adjustments 92 Front Seat Manual Adjustments 93 Driver s Seat Manual Height Adjustment 94 Armrest 94 Rear Seat Access 94 Head Restraints 96 Folding Rear Seat 99 Seat Heaters 101 Mirrors 102 Power...

Page 57: ...NSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS P 63 TRUNK RELEASE LEVER MOONROOF SWITCH CLOCK AUXILIARY INPUT JACK P 108 P 213 P 201 P 122 P 127 P 135 P 270 P 273 P 199 P 114 P 249 P 90 P 55 P 102 P 80 P 104 P 252 GAUGES FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE LEVER COMPASS AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MANUAL TRANSMISSION P 206 HOMELINK BUTTONS U S EX L V6 model without navigation system A T is shown ０８０６１１１８３０１０３１ＴＥ０６１０００５９ 2009 Ac...

Page 58: ... INDICATOR LAMP LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR P 62 IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR P 61 P 62 CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR P 62 P 62 LOW FUEL INDICATOR SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR P 58 P 59 P 362 CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR P 56 361 P 56 361 P 56 P 57 P 60 P 60 PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR P 57 363 P 58 P 57 FUEL ECONOMY INDICATOR FOG LIGH...

Page 59: ...either of you do not fasten your seat belt while driving the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals For more information see page If you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position before fastening your seat belt the beeper sounds and the indicator flashes If you do not fasten your seat belt before the beeper stops the indicator stops flashing but remains on I...

Page 60: ...ing or if it comes on while driving there could be a problem with the brake system For more information see page This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position If it comes on at any other time it indicates a potential problem with your front airbags This indicator will also alert you to a potential problem with your side airbags passenger s side airbag cuto...

Page 61: ...e ignition switch to the ON II position 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 s fuel system will be disabled see page The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn If an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly it usually means one of the turn signal b...

Page 62: ... page This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position If this indicator comes on and stays on at any other time or if it does not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position there is a problem with the TPMS With this indicator on the low tire pressure indicator will not come on when a tire loses pressure Take the vehicl...

Page 63: ...hen the daytime running lights DRL are on see page This indicator comes on with the high beam headlights For more information see page This indicator comes on when the washer fluid level is low Add washer fluid when you see this indicator see page This indicator will also come on when the light switch is in AUTO and the lights turn on automatically This indicator comes on as a reminder that you mu...

Page 64: ... the maintenance minder This indicator goes off when your dealer resets it after completing the required maintenance service The appropriate indicator comes on if the trunk or either door is not closed tightly All the indicators come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position 204 297 Security System Indicator Maintenance Minder Indicator Door and Trunk Open Indica...

Page 65: ...ctions It comes on as a reminder that you have turned off the vehicle stability assist VSA system It flashes when VSA is active see page It comes on along with the VSA system indicator if there is a problem with the VSA system This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position For more information see page This indicator comes on when you set...

Page 66: ...ols 63 U S A T model is shown TACHOMETER SPEEDOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE FUEL GAUGE TRIP METER ODOMETER CHECK FUEL CAP MESSAGE SELECT RESET KNOB INFORMATION DISPLAY OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR ０８０６１１１８３１５６３１ＴＥ０６１０００６８ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 67: ...rmation display shows the odometer trip meter engine oil life outside temperature if equipped and maintenance item code s To switch the display press and release the select reset knob repeatedly When you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position your last selection is displayed Gauges Odometer Information Display 64 INFORMATION DISPLAY ODOMETER TRIP METER A TRIP METER B ENGINE OIL LIFE OUTSID...

Page 68: ...u turn the ignition switch to the ON II position your last selection is displayed This shows the temperature of the engine s coolant During normal operation the pointer should rise from the bottom mark to about the middle of the gauge In severe driving conditions such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving the pointer may rise to the upper zone If it reaches the red hot mark pull s...

Page 69: ...perature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface engine heat and the exhaust from surrounding traffic This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your speed is under 19 mph 30 km h This indicator displays the outside temperature in Fahrenheit U S models or Celsius Canadian models To see the outside temperature press and release the select reset knob until the temp...

Page 70: ...e periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued trouble free driving Refer to page for more information If your fuel fill cap is loose or missing a CHECK FUEL CAP message appears on the information display after you start the engine For more information see page 297 251 Maintenance Minder Check Fuel Cap Message Gauges Instruments and Controls 67 ０８０６１１１８３２３０３１ＴＥ０６１０００７２ 2009 Accord ...

Page 71: ... HEATER SWITCHES INTERFACE DIAL INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS P 73 P 69 P 30 P 161 HAZARD WARNING BUTTON P 74 P 101 P 210 P 70 73 REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS P 198 P 283 STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS P 76 NAVIGATION SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS HORN HEADLIGHTS TURN SIGNALS FOG LIGHTS VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST VSA SYSTEM OFF SWITCH P 75 103 REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HEATED MIRROR BUTTON BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK VOIC...

Page 72: ...he washers spray until you release the lever The wipers run at low speed then complete one more sweep after you release the lever Vary the delay by turning the adjustment ring If you turn it to the shortest delay position the wipers change to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph 20 km h The wipers run at low speed The wipers run at high speed 1 2 3 4 5 6 Windshield Wipers OFF ...

Page 73: ...itch is in the or position the lights on indicator comes on as a reminder This indicator stays on if you leave the light switch on and turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 position To flash the high beams pull the lever back lightly then release it The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back If you leave the lights on with the key removed from the ignition switc...

Page 74: ...n again either turn the ignition switch to the ON II position or turn the light switch to the position Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on we recommend that you turn on the lights manually when driving at night or in a dense fog or when you enter dark areas such as long tunnels or parking facilities Do not leave the light switch in AUTO if you will not be driving the vehicle for an ...

Page 75: ...ting off feature activates if you leave the headlight switch in the or position or if the lights are turned on by setting the switch in the AUTO position if equipped and you remove the key then open and close the driver s door If you turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position with the headlight switch on but do not open the door and get out the lights turn off after 10 minutes 3 minutes if th...

Page 76: ... the light switch in the AUTO position if equipped you can also use the fog lights when the headlights turn on automatically They will go off when the headlights turn off or the daytime running lights are on Turn the fog lights on and off by turning the switch next to the headlight switch CONTINUED All V6 models Fog Lights Instrument Panel Brightness Fog Lights Instrument Panel Brightness Instrume...

Page 77: ...to the right until you hear a beep will cancel the reduced brightness The instrument panel will illuminate with reduced brightness when you unlock and open the driver s door The brightness will increase slightly when you insert the key in the ignition switch then go to normal brightness when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position If you insert the key but do not turn the ignition switc...

Page 78: ...fogger on again when you restart the vehicle Pushing this button also turns the mirror heaters on or off For more information see page The defogger will shut itself off within about 10 to 30 minutes according to the outside temperature over 32 F 0 C Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive 103 On vehicles with automatic air conditioning system Except...

Page 79: ... steering wheel in place by trying to move it up down in and out Push the lever under the steering column all the way down Make any steering wheel adjustments before you start driving 1 2 3 4 Steering Wheel Adjustments 76 Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehic...

Page 80: ...onic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged The valet key does not contain a battery Do not try to take it apart The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle The valet key works only in the ignition and the driver s door lock You can keep the trunk release handle and glove box locked when you leave your vehicle ...

Page 81: ...he system may not recognize your key s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object i e key chain is near the ignition switch when you insert the key 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 includi...

Page 82: ...t lock may make it difficult to turn the key Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key Use this position only to start the engine The switch returns to the ON II position when you let go of the key This is the normal key position when driving Several of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from the ACCESSORY I to t...

Page 83: ...ck both doors The lock tab on the passenger s door locks and unlocks that door Both doors can be locked from the outside by using the key in the driver s door To unlock only the driver s door insert the key turn it clockwise and release it The passenger s door unlocks when you turn the key a second time within a few seconds To lock the passenger s door when getting out of the vehicle pull the lock...

Page 84: ... parked safely the engine is off and the parking brake is applied Make all settings before you start driving If you forget and leave the key in the ignition switch lockout prevention will not allow you to lock the driver s door With either door open and the key in the ignition switch locking with master door lock switch is disabled If the driver s door is closed the lock tab on the driver s door i...

Page 85: ...Release the switch and within 5 seconds turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position Make sure the shift lever is in the Park P position Turn the ignition switch to the ON II position and make sure to close the driver s door 1 2 1 2 3 4 Locks both doors when the shift lever is moved out of the Park P position A T vehicles only To program the Park Lock mode To turn off the Auto Door Lock modes D...

Page 86: ... switch on the driver s door You will hear a click Keep holding the switch until you hear another click after about 5 seconds Make sure the shift lever is in the Park P position A T vehicles Turn the ignition switch to the ON II position and make sure to close the driver s door push and hold the brake pedal and move the shift lever out of the Park P position Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 ...

Page 87: ...d within 5 seconds turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position The driver s door unlocks whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY I position the driver s door unlocks when you move the shift lever to the Park P position This is the default setting on M T vehicles This is the default setting Both doors unlock when you move the shift lever to the Park P position A T vehicles Both d...

Page 88: ...ake sure to close the driver s door Or until you hear two more clicks after about 10 seconds to activate Release the switch and within 5 seconds turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position 1 2 1 2 3 4 driver s door unlock feature Unlocks the driver s door or both doors when the shift lever is moved into the Park P position A T vehicles only both doors unlock feature Unlocks the driver s door o...

Page 89: ...n the driver s door You will hear a click Continue to hold the switch push and hold the brake pedal then move the shift lever out of the Park P position Even if your vehicle s battery is removed or goes dead the system keeps the auto door lock unlock setting which you selected Or until you hear two more clicks after about 10 seconds to activate 4 5 6 3 On A T vehicles driver s door unlock feature ...

Page 90: ...ansmitter see page Press and hold this button for about 2 seconds to attract attention the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds To cancel panic mode press any other button on the remote transmitter or turn the ignition switch to the ON II position Press and hold this button for about 1 second to open the trunk You cannot open the trunk if the key is in the igniti...

Page 91: ...crew at the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips head screwdriver Separate the transmitter by prying its middle seam with your fingernail If it takes several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors replace the battery as soon as possible Be careful when removing this screw as the head of the screw can strip out 1 2 Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter Battery Remote Trans...

Page 92: ...da 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 Remove the old battery and insert a new battery into the back of the cover with the side facing down Inside the transmitter separate the inner cover from the keypad by releasing the two tabs...

Page 93: ...seat Press and hold the trunk release button on the remote transmitter Keep the trunk lid closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the lid and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior See on page Lock the trunk release lever with the master key Give the person the valet key 1 2 51 Trunk Carbon Monoxide Hazard 90 Pull TRUNK RELEASE LEVER MASTER KEY ０８０６１１１８３６２３３１ＴＥ０６１０...

Page 94: ...w to use this feature For more information about child safety see page Even if the trunk release lever is locked with the master key you can open the trunk with the remote transmitter To open the trunk push the release lever in the direction indicated by the arrow 37 Trunk Emergency Trunk Opener Instruments and Controls 91 ０８０６１１１８３６３１３１ＴＥ０６１０００９６ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 95: ... the front of the seat up or down Raises or lowers the seat Moves the whole seat up and forward or down and backward The front of the seat also tilts up or down at the same time Adjusts the seat back angle forward or backward Increases or decreases the lumbar support See pages for important safety information and warnings about how to properly position the seats and seat backs 11 13 Except LX LX S...

Page 96: ...e seat cushion s front edge Move the seat to the desired position and release the bar Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position To change the seat back angle pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom Once a seat is adjusted correctly rock it back and forth to make sure it is locked in position Front Seat Manual Adjustments Seats Instruments and Controls 93 ０８０６１１１８...

Page 97: ...seat back will tilt forward to allow easier entry to the rear seat The height of your driver s seat is adjustable To raise the seat repeatedly pull up the lever on the outside of the seat cushion To lower the seat push the lever down repeatedly On all V6 models and 2 4 EX L model LX LX S and EX models Armrest Rear Seat Access Driver s Seat Manual Height Adjustment Driver s Side Seats 94 RELEASE LE...

Page 98: ...o the rear seat on the passenger s side push downward on the release lever at the base of the seat back or pull up on the seat back adjustment lever The seat back will tilt forward and the entire seat will move forward to allow easier entry to the rear seat LX LX S and EX models Passenger s Side Seats Instruments and Controls 95 SEAT BACK ADJUSTMENT LEVER RELEASE LEVER SEAT BACK ADJUSTMENT LEVER T...

Page 99: ... adjust them so the center of the back of the occupant s head rests against the center of the restraint The head restraints adjust for height You need both hands to adjust a restraint Do not attempt to adjust it while driving To raise it pull upward To lower the restraint push the release button sideways and push the restraint down Head Restraints Adjusting the Head Restraint Seats 96 Front CUSHIO...

Page 100: ...just it to the appropriate height while pressing the release button Make sure the head restraint locks in position when you reinstall it Removing the Head Restraint Seats Instruments and Controls 97 CUSHION Rear Center SEAT BACK LEGS RELEASE BUTTON Failure to reinstall the head restraints can result in severe injury during a crash Always replace the head restraints before driving ０８０６１１１８３７２８...

Page 101: ...the neck and upper spine After a collision the activated restraint should return to its normal position If the restraints do not return to their normal position or in the event of a severe collision have the vehicle inspected by a Honda dealer For a head restraint system to work properly Do not hang any items on the head restraints or from the restraint legs Do not place any object between an occu...

Page 102: ...elt from the guide To release the seat back from inside the trunk pull the release under the trunk panel Push the seat back down from inside the trunk or pull the seat back down from inside the vehicle Remove any items from the seat before you fold down the seat back CONTINUED Folding Rear Seat Seats Instruments and Controls 99 GUIDE CENTER SHOULDER BELT RELEASE Pull ０８０６１１１８３７４８３１ＴＥ０６１００１０...

Page 103: ...items extending through the opening into the back seat are secured Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard See on page Never drive with the seat back folded down and the trunk lid open See on page To lock the seat back upright push it firmly against the trunk panel Make sure it is latched in place by pulling on the top of the seat If the rear head restraints get caug...

Page 104: ...rns off when the seat gets warm and turns back on after the seat s temperature drops In the LO setting the heater runs continuously It does not cycle with temperature changes If the engine is left idling for an extended period do not use the seat heaters even on the LO setting It can weaken the battery causing hard starting Use the HI setting only to heat the seats quickly because it draws large a...

Page 105: ...night position reduces glare from headlights behind you Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position Move the selector switch to L driver s side or R passenger s side Turn the ignition switch to the ON II position 1 2 Adjusting the Power Mirrors Mirrors 102 TAB SELECTOR SWITCH ADJUSTMENT SWITCH ０８０６１１１８３８１４３１ＴＥ０６１００１０７ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 106: ...s by pressing the button The indicator in the button comes on as a reminder Press the button again to turn the heaters off Pressing this button also turns the rear window defogger on and off This heated mirror function has a timer see page 3 4 75 On vehicles with automatic air conditioning system All Canadian models U S EX EX L and all V6 models Mirrors Power Mirror Heaters Instruments and Control...

Page 107: ... window from going all the way down pull back on the window switch briefly To close either window fully driver s window only on LX and LX S pull back the window switch firmly to the second detent then release it The window automatically goes all the way up To stop the window from going all the way up push down on the window switch briefly Power Windows AUTO 104 MAIN SWITCH INDICATOR DRIVER S WINDO...

Page 108: ...e on when the light control switch is in either or position with the ignition switch in the ON II position driver s window switch only on LX and LX S If either window driver s window only on LX and LX S senses any obstacle while it is closing automatically it will reverse direction and then stop To close the window remove the obstacle then use the window switch again Auto reverse stops sensing whe...

Page 109: ...ired position repeat steps 1 and 2 You cannot close the windows or the moonroof with the remote transmitter You can open both windows and the moonroof if equipped from the outside with the remote transmitter Press the UNLOCK button a second time and hold it The passenger s door unlocks and both windows and the moonroof start to open To stop the windows and moonroof release the button 1 2 3 1 2 Ope...

Page 110: ...ld it Both windows and the moonroof start to open To stop the windows and the moonroof release the key Turn the key counterclockwise again and hold it Both windows and the moonroof start to close To stop the windows and the moonroof release the key If the windows and the moonroof stop before the desired position repeat steps 2 and 3 If the windows and the moonroof stop before the desired position ...

Page 111: ...he moonroof from tilting up fully push the switch briefly To open the moonroof pull back on the switch and hold it Release the switch when the moonroof reaches the desired position To close the moonroof push the switch forward and hold it Release the switch to stop the operation The moonroof can be tilted up in the back for ventilation or it can be slid back into the roof Use the switch on the fro...

Page 112: ...verse direction and then stop To close the moonroof remove the obstacle then use the moonroof switch again You can open and close the moonroof for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch Opening either door cancels this function 106 Operating the Moonroof with the Remote Transmitter or the Key Auto Reverse Moonroof Instruments and Controls 109 If you try to open the moonroof in bel...

Page 113: ...cator on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released see page 57 Parking Brake 110 PARKING BRAKE LEVER Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and hubs A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on ０８０６１１１８３９２１３１ＴＥ０６１００１１５ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 114: ...ITY MIRROR SUN VISOR TRUNK CENTER POCKETS AUXILIARY INPUT JACK COAT HOOK BEVERAGE HOLDER ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET CONSOLE COMPARTMENT DOOR POCKET ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET SUNGLASSES HOLDER GLOVE BOX BEVERAGE HOLDER ０８０６１１１８３９２７３１ＴＥ０６１００１１６ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 115: ...led liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery carpeting and electrical components in the interior Glove Box Beverage Holders Interior Convenience Items 112 To lock GLOVE BOX An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt Always keep the glove box closed while driving ０８ ...

Page 116: ...s Open the front beverage holder by pulling up on the lid Each rear side panel also has a beverage holder To open the console compartment pull up on the lever and lift the armrest Except LX and LX S Interior Convenience Items Console Compartment Instruments and Controls 113 CONSOLE COMPARTMENT FRONT DETACHABLE TRAY LEVER ０８０６１１１８３９４５３１ＴＥ０６１００１１８ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 117: ...e compartment To use an accessory power socket the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY I or ON II position None of the sockets will power an automotive type cigarette lighter element Make sure to put the socket cover back in place to prevent any small foreign objects getting into the socket Interior Convenience Items Accessory Power Sockets 114 FRONT CONSOLE COMPARTMENT ０８０６１１１８３９５３３１ＴＥ...

Page 118: ...getting into or out of the vehicle To use the vanity mirror on the back of the sun visor pull up the cover The vanity mirror lights come on when you pull up the cover To open the sunglasses holder push then release the indent It will unlatch and swing down To close it push it until it latches Make sure the holder is closed while you are driving CONTINUED Interior Convenience Items Sun Visor Vanity...

Page 119: ...not fit in the holder You may also store small items in this holder Make sure they are small enough to let the holder close and latch and that they are not heavy enough to cause the holder to pop open while driving Pull up the lid to open each pocket Coat Hook Center Pocket Interior Convenience Items 116 COAT HOOK Vehicle without navigation system is shown ０８０６１１１８４０１４３１ＴＥ０６１００１２１ 2009 Acco...

Page 120: ...ight by pushing the lens Push the lens again to turn it off You can use the spotlights at all times Unlock the driver s door with the key or remote transmitter Open either door After both doors are closed tightly the light dims slightly then fades out in about 30 seconds If you leave either door open without the key in the ignition switch the ceiling light will go off after about 15 minutes CONTIN...

Page 121: ...when you open the driver s door It fades out in about 30 seconds after the door is closed The spotlights have a two position switch In the DOOR position the lights come on when you open either door The lights fade out in about 30 seconds after the doors are closed tightly In the OFF position the lights do not come on Except LX and LX S Courtesy Lights Interior Lights 118 DOOR ACTIVATED SPOTLIGHT O...

Page 122: ... parking lights on To adjust its brightness turn the select reset knob on the instrument panel with the ignition switch in the ON II position Except LX and LX S Interior Lights Instruments and Controls 119 COURTESY LIGHT ０８０６１１１８４０３６３１ＴＥ０６１００１２４ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 123: ...120 ０８０６１１１８４０３９３１ＴＥ０６１００１２５ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 124: ...ying the XM Satellite Radio 144 Playing Discs 150 Disc Changer Error Messages 160 Audio System 161 Playing the FM AM Radio 162 Playing the XM Satellite Radio 174 Playing Discs 181 Disc Changer Error Messages 192 Protecting Your Discs 193 FM AM Radio Reception 196 Remote Audio Controls 198 Auxiliary Input Jack 199 Radio Theft Protection 200 Setting the Clock 201 Security System 204 Compass 206 Crui...

Page 125: ... EX 122 MODE CONTROL BUTTONS FAN CONTROL DIAL RECIRCULATION BUTTON TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL MAX A C BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING A C BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HEATED MIRROR BUTTON ０８０６１１１８４０５０３１ＴＥ０６１００１２７ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 126: ...ves and other debris The system should be left in fresh air mode under almost all conditions Keeping the system in recirculation mode particularly with the A C off can cause the windows to fog up Switch to recirculation mode when driving through dusty or smoky conditions then return to fresh air mode This button turns the rear window defogger on and off see page Airflow is divided between the vent...

Page 127: ...ases it through vents near the rear window Set the temperature to the lower limit Make sure the A C is off Select and fresh air mode Set the fan to the desired speed The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air If the engine is cold it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system Select When you select the system automatically switches to fresh air mode If you switch t...

Page 128: ...mum speed in fresh air mode To cool the interior with MAX A C Set the fan to the desired speed Select MAX A C The system automatically turns on the A C selects and switches to recirculation mode Make sure the temperature is set to maximum cool Air conditioning as it cools removes moisture from the air When used in combination with the heater it makes the interior warm and dry and can prevent the w...

Page 129: ... temperature controls to maximum level For your safety make sure you have a clear view through all the windows before driving To clear the windows faster you can close the dashboard corner vents by rotating the wheel below each vent This sends more warm air to the windshield defroster vents Once the windshield is clear select fresh air mode to avoid fogging the windows Set the fan to the desired s...

Page 130: ...R S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH FRONT PASSENGER S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH DRIVER S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH DUAL BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HEATED MIRROR BUTTON RECIRCULATION BUTTON WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER BUTTON AUTO INDICATOR CENTER DISPLAY FAN CONTROL BAR AUTO BUTTON OFF BUTTON DRIVER S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH FRONT PASSENGER S SIDE TEMPERATURE MODE CONTROL BUTTON MODE ...

Page 131: ...o button The indicator in the button also comes on as a reminder You will see AUTO on the display in the center display on models with navigation system Set the desired temperature with the temperature control switch You can set the driver s side temperature and the passenger s side temperature separately The driver s side temperature and the passenger s side temperature can be set separately Push...

Page 132: ...by the navigation s global positioning system GPS If one side of the vehicle is getting too much sun the system lowers the temperature only on that side You can set the temperatures for the driver s side and the passenger s side separately when this button is pressed indicator is on When the indicator in the DUAL button is off the temperatures for both sides are synchronized to the driver s side s...

Page 133: ...f the climate control system when it is in fully automatic mode All other features remain automatically controlled Making any manual selection causes the word AUTO in the display to go out Push the switch up to increase the fan speed and airflow Push the switch down to decrease them This button turns the air conditioning on and off You will see A C ON or A C OFF in the display When you turn the A ...

Page 134: ... the A C For faster defrosting manually set the fan speed to high You can also increase airflow to the windshield by closing the corner vents on the dashboard To close the vents rotate the wheel under each corner vent When you turn off by pressing the button again the system returns to its former settings Select The system automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the A C Adjust the te...

Page 135: ...n models with navigation system When the indicator in the DUAL button is off you can adjust both sides to the same temperature by pushing the driver s side temperature control switch up or down EX L and all V6 Dual Temperature Control Temperature Control Without navigation system With navigation system 132 DUAL BUTTON DUAL BUTTON PASSENGER S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH DRIVER S SIDE TEMPERATUR...

Page 136: ...ger s side to a different value than the driver s push the switch up or down on the passenger s side You can adjust the passenger s side without pressing the DUAL button first When you set the temperature to its lower or upper limit it is displayed as or Dual Temperature Control Features 133 DRIVER S SIDE PASSENGER S SIDE ０８０６１１１８４３１９３１ＴＥ０６１００１３８ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 137: ...and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them On models with climate control system Sunlight Sensor Temperature Sensor Climate Control Sensors 134 SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR ０８０６１１１８４３２５３１ＴＥ０６１００１３９ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 138: ...thout navigation system see pages through For vehicles with navigation system see pages through 160 136 192 161 Audio System Features 135 EX L and all V6 models without navigation system With navigation system LX LX S and EX models EX model has premium audio system U S models are shown ０８０６１１１８４３３７３１ＴＥ０６１００１４０ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 139: ...tches the display between the normal display and the extended display The extended display has three segments to display the detailed information To select any setting such as the clock sound adjusting or the compass if equipped press the MENU button To use any audio system function the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY I or ON II position You can select the item by turning the selector kno...

Page 140: ...RETURN BUTTON A SEL AUTO SELECT BUTTON SCAN BUTTON MENU BUTTON SKIP BAR SELECTOR KNOB PRESET BUTTONS RETURN BUTTON CATEGORY BAR A SEL AUTO SELECT BUTTON TITLE BUTTON TITLE BUTTON MENU BUTTON FM BUTTON SCAN BUTTON FOLDER BAR POWER VOLUME KNOB AM BUTTON POWER VOLUME KNOB AM BUTTON FM BUTTON U S models are shown ０８０６１１１８４３５８３１ＴＥ０６１００１４２ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 141: ...he FM band you can also use the features provided by the radio data system RDS For more information on the RDS see page Use the selector knob to tune the radio to a desired frequency Turn the knob right to tune to a higher frequency or left to tune to a lower frequency Each time you press and release either side of the SKIP bar the radio frequency changes in small increments The scan function samp...

Page 142: ...a strong station for that preset button If you do not like the stations auto select has stored you can store other frequencies on the preset buttons as previously described press the A SEL auto select button This restores the presets you originally set Use the tune skip scan or RDS function to tune the radio to a desired station Press the A SEL button A SEL flashes in the display and the system go...

Page 143: ...E button With the system on you will see the PS ON message on the display If the station you are listening to is an RDS station the displayed frequency switches to the station name If the station you are listening to is not an RDS station the display continues to show the frequency with the PS name display function on When you turn off this function by pressing the TITLE button the display shows P...

Page 144: ...r about 10 seconds You can use the search or scan function to find radio stations in the selected RDS category If you do nothing while the RDS category name is displayed the selected category is canceled COUNTRY Country music This function searches up and down a frequency for the strongest signal from the frequencies that carry the selected RDS category information This can help you to find a stat...

Page 145: ...s not find a station NOTHING will be blinking for about 5 seconds then the system goes back to the last selected station You can use the RDS program search or scan function even if the PS name display function is off In this case the display shows a frequency in place of a PS name Press the MENU button to display the sound settings Turn the selector knob to select an appropriate setting bass trebl...

Page 146: ... faster you go the louder the audio volume becomes As you slow down the audio volume decreases The SVC has four modes SVC OFF SVC LOW SVC MID and SVC HIGH Turn the selector knob to adjust the setting to your liking If you feel the sound is too loud choose low If you feel the sound is too quiet choose high This function is set to MID as the default setting when the vehicle leaves the factory You ca...

Page 147: ...and all V6 models without navigation system 144 CATEGORY BAR XM RADIO BUTTON MENU BUTTON RETURN BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB SCAN BUTTON POWER VOLUME KNOB TITLE BUTTON SKIP BAR U S model is shown ０８０６１１１８４５１７３１ＴＥ０６１００１４９ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 148: ...rs many channels in several categories Along with a large selection of different types of music XM Satellite Radio allows you to view channel and category selections in the display Each time you press and release the TITLE button the display changes in the following sequence name title and category You can also change the mode from the menu items Press the MENU button to display the menu items the...

Page 149: ...elect a channel or category from the list by using the selector knob Push the selector knob ENTER to switch the display to the list displayed with three segments then turn the knob to select a channel or category Press the selector knob ENTER to set your selection Turn the selector knob to change channel selections Turn the knob right for higher numbered channels and left for lower numbered channe...

Page 150: ...stored simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to it XM is loading the audio or program information The channel currently selected is no longer broadcasting The encryption code is being updated Wait until the encryption code is fully updated Channels 0 and 1 should still work normally The signal is currently too weak Move the vehicle to an area away from tall buildings and with a...

Page 151: ...aused by any of these conditions Driving on the north side of an east west mountain road Driving on the north side of a large commercial truck on an east west road Driving in tunnels Driving on a road beside a vertical wall steep cliff or hill to the south of you Driving on the lower level of a multi tiered road Driving on a single lane road alongside dense trees taller than 50 ft 15 m to the sout...

Page 152: ... previous owner you can listen to a sampling of the broadcasts available on XM Satellite Radio With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I or the ON II position press the button A variety of music types and styles will play If you decide to purchase XM Satellite Radio service contact XM Radio at or at 1 800 852 9696 In Canada contact or call 1 877 438 9677 You will need to give them your radio I D...

Page 153: ...LECTOR KNOB PRESET BUTTONS RETURN BUTTON MP3 WMA INDICATOR DISC LOAD BUTTON DISC SLOT CD BUTTON DISC EJECT BUTTON SCAN BUTTON MENU BUTTON SKIP BAR POWER VOLUME KNOB TITLE BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB PRESET BUTTONS RETURN BUTTON MP3 WMA INDICATOR DISC LOAD BUTTON DISC EJECT BUTTON DISC SLOT CD AUX BUTTON CATEGORY BAR U S models are shown ０８０６１１１８４６２２３１ＴＥ０６１００１５５ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 154: ...e system will continuously play a disc until you change modes Video CDs and DVDs do not work in this unit The specifications for compatible MP3 files are Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz MPEG1 16 22 05 24 kHz MPEG2 Bitrate 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 192 224 256 320 kbps MPEG1 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 kbps MPEG2 Compatible with variable bitrate and multi session Maximum layer...

Page 155: ...t disc and starts the loading sequence It then plays the disc just loaded Press the LOAD button until you hear a beep and see LOAD in the display To load only one disc press and release the LOAD button The disc number for an empty position begins blinking Insert the disc into the disc slot when the green disc load indicator comes on Insert it only about halfway the drive will pull it in the rest o...

Page 156: ...and hold the TITLE button again the display shows the first 16 characters again If any letter is not available it is replaced with dot in the display When the disc has no text data you will see NO INFO on the display When you press and release the TITLE button while a disc without text data is playing you will see NO INFO on the display When you turn on the audio system next time the system keeps ...

Page 157: ...he bar to skip backward to the beginning of the current track Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous track To move rapidly within a track or file press and hold either side or of the SKIP bar In MP3 or WMA mode you can also select a folder or track file from the list by using the selector knob Push the selector knob ENTER to switch the display to the list displayed with three segm...

Page 158: ... side to skip to the next folder and press the side to skip to the beginning of the previous folder Turn the selector knob to select an appropriate repeat random or scan mode then press the selector knob ENTER to set your selection To cancel the selected repeat random or scan mode press the MENU button to show PLAY MODE then press the selector knob ENTER When you see NORMAL PLAY press ENTER again ...

Page 159: ...are compressed in MP3 or WMA To activate folder repeat mode select the folder repeat mode from the menu items You will see F REPEAT in the display The system continuously replays the current folder Select the normal play mode to turn it off Selecting a different folder with the FOLDER bar CATEGORY bar on models with XM Satellite Radio also turns off the repeat feature This feature continuously rep...

Page 160: ...see F SCAN in the display The system will then play the first file in the main folders for about 10 seconds If you do nothing the system will then play the following first files for 10 seconds each When it plays a file that you want to continue listening to press and hold the SCAN button You can also select the scan feature from the menu items with the selector knob see page You can also select th...

Page 161: ...then to normal play When the first track on the last disc or the first file in the last main folder in the last disc begins to play the disc scan mode will be canceled Pressing either side of the skip bar or selecting a different folder with the FOLDER or CATEGORY bar also turns off the scan feature You can also select the disc scan feature from the menu items with the selector knob see page Press...

Page 162: ...hat position If you do not remove the disc from the changer within 10 seconds the disc will reload into the slot Then the system returns to the previous mode AM FM or XM Radio To remove a different disc from the changer first select it with the appropriate preset button When that disc begins playing press the eject button Continue pressing the eject button to remove all the discs from the changer ...

Page 163: ...ou cannot clear it take your vehicle to a dealer Solution Error Message Cause 194 Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal Current track will be skipped The next supported track or file plays automatically Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc s Check the disc for serious damage signs of deformation excessive scratches and or dirt see page 194 Insert the disc again If the code ...

Page 164: ... right up down and in Use the selector to scroll through lists to select menus and to highlight menu items When you make a selection push the center of the selector ENTER to go to that selection The audio system can also be operated by voice control See the Navi section in your quick start guide for an overview of this system and the navigation system manual for complete details Interface Dial Voi...

Page 165: ... system 162 INTERFACE DIAL CENTER DISPLAY SCAN A SEL SCAN AUTO SELECT BAR SKIP BAR NAVIGATION SCREEN POWER VOLUME KNOB TUNE BAR FM AM BUTTON CATEGORY BAR AUDIO BUTTON SOUND BUTTON U S model is shown ０８０６１１１８４８１７３１ＴＥ０６１００１６７ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 166: ...FM2 or AM On the FM bands STEREO will be shown on the navigation screen and ST on the center display if the station is broadcasting in stereo Stereo reproduction on AM is not available On the AM band AM noise reduction turns on automatically You can use any of five methods to find radio stations on the selected band tune skip seek scan the preset buttons and auto select On the FM band you can also...

Page 167: ...with the interface dial push the selector down and then push it to the right You will see SCAN flashing on the screen Use the TUNE bar to tune the radio to a desired frequency Press the right side of the bar to tune to a higher frequency or the left side to tune to a lower frequency To tune with the interface dial push the selector down and turn the knob to TUNE icon Then press ENTER on the select...

Page 168: ...peat steps 1 through 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM The system will scan for a station with a strong signal When it finds one it will stop and play that station for about 10 seconds If you do nothing the system will then scan for the next strong station and play it for 10 seconds When it plays a station that you want to listen to press the scan side of the bar a...

Page 169: ...restores the presets you originally set For information on FM AM radio frequencies and reception see page You can also press the A SEL side of the SCAN A SEL bar You will see A SEL on the screen and the system goes into scan mode for several seconds The system stores the frequencies of six AM and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons press ENTER on the interface selector You will see 0 displaye...

Page 170: ...utton to display the radio information on the screen Push down the selector on the interface dial then turn the knob to select RDS SEARCH icon Press ENTER to set your selection The principal RDS categories are shown as follows If the station you are listening to is not an RDS station the audio screen and the center display continue to show the frequency with the PS name display function on When yo...

Page 171: ...searching it When the system finds a station the selected RDS category name will be displayed again for about 5 seconds in the center display If the system does not find a station NOTHING will be blinking for about 5 seconds then the system goes back to the last selected station Turn the selector to select an RDS category You can use the search or scan function to find radio stations on the select...

Page 172: ... will see SCAN in the center display The system will scan for a station with a strong signal in the selected RDS category You will also see the selected RDS category name blinking in the center display while searching it When the system finds one it will stop and play that station for about 10 seconds While the RDS category is selected move the selector knob to the right to select SEEK in the uppe...

Page 173: ...N side of the SCAN A SEL bar again If the system does not find a station NOTHING will be blinking for about 5 seconds then the system goes back to the last selected station While the RDS category is selected move the selector knob to the right to select SCAN in the upper right corner of the screen Then press ENTER to activate the scan function You can use the RDS program search or scan function ev...

Page 174: ...nter the setting The display shows up to about 64 characters of text data on the selected RDS station If the selected RDS station has the radio text information you will see the text indicator on the screen Radio Text Display Playing the FM AM Radio Models with navigation system Features 171 The text is displayed according to the information from RDS RADIO TEXT ICON TEXT INDICATOR ０８０６１１１８４９４...

Page 175: ...the interface dial Select the mode you want to adjust by turning the interface dial You can also adjust the sound by pushing the SOUND button repeatedly Each mode is shown in the center display as it changes Turn the power volume knob to adjust the setting to your liking When the level reaches the center you will see C in the display The system will return to the audio playing mode in the center d...

Page 176: ...d is too quiet choose high These modes adjust the strength of the sound coming from each speaker Fader adjusts the front to back strength while balance adjusts the side to side strength To adjust fader and balance select FADER or BALANCE then press ENTER on the interface selector The current setting is shown on the screen Turn the interface knob to the desired level and enter your selection by pre...

Page 177: ... navigation system 174 AUDIO BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL TUNE BAR CATEGORY BAR PRESET BUTTONS TITLE BUTTON XM RADIO BUTTON SKIP BAR POWER VOLUME KNOB SCAN A SEL SCAN AUTO SELECT BAR U S model is shown ０８０６１１１８５０１０３１ＴＥ０６１００１７９ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 178: ...llows you to view channel and category selections in the audio display Push the AUDIO button to display XM information on the screen You can operate the XM Satellite Radio system with the interface dial To listen to XM satellite radio turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY I or ON II position and press the button The last channel you listened to will show in the audio screen and the center disp...

Page 179: ...ll see the selected CHANNEL number CATEGORY NAME artist name and TITLE music title Press either side of the TUNE bar to change channel selections Press the side of the bar for higher numbered channels and the side for lower numbered channels You can also change channels with the interface selector push down the interface selector to select AUDIO MENU then turn the interface knob to choose TUNE and...

Page 180: ...e SCAN on the screen and center display The system plays each channel in numerical order for a few seconds then selects the next channel When you hear a channel you want to continue listening to push the interface selector to the right again or press the SCAN side of the bar to cancel Use the tune skip seek or scan function to tune to a desired channel Repeat steps 2 and 3 to store the first six c...

Page 181: ...formation The channel currently selected is no longer broadcasting The encryption code is being updated Wait until the encryption code is fully updated Channels 0 and 1 should still work normally Press the button or scroll up again The other XM band will be shown Store the next six channels using steps 2 and 3 Once a channel is stored press and release the proper preset button to tune to it 5 NO S...

Page 182: ...he equator Depending on where you drive you may experience reception problems Interference can be caused by any of these conditions Driving on the north side of an east west mountain road Driving in tunnels Driving on the north side of a large commercial truck on an east west road CONTINUED Playing the XM Satellite Radio Models with navigation system Features 179 Signal may be blocked by mountains...

Page 183: ... been activated after 36 hours contact XM Radio If your XM Satellite Radio service has expired or you purchased your vehicle from a previous owner you can listen to a sampling of the broadcasts available on XM Satellite Radio With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I or the ON II position press the button A variety of music types and styles will play If you decide to purchase XM satellite radio ...

Page 184: ...KIP BAR SCAN A SEL SCAN AUTO SELECT BAR POWER VOLUME KNOB CD BUTTON INTERFACE DIAL AUDIO BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS NAVIGATION SCREEN CENTER DISPLAY TITLE BUTTON DISC SLOT DISC LOAD BUTTON DISC EJECT BUTTON U S model is shown ０８０６１１１８５１１３３１ＴＥ０６１００１８６ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 185: ...pear in the display The changer can also play MP3 or WMA format see page If a file on an MP3 or WMA disc is protected by digital rights management DRM the audio system displays UNSUPPORTED in the center display and then skips to the next file Some CD DA and CD ROM mixed discs are not playable You cannot load and play 3 inch 8 cm discs in this system Video CDs and DVDs will not work in this unit 18...

Page 186: ... into the slot Insert it only about halfway the drive will pull it in the rest of the way You will see BUSY in the center display When you insert the first disc the changer will start to play the disc Do not try to insert a disc until LOAD appears You could damage the audio unit If you press the LOAD button while a disc is playing the system will stop playing that disc and start the loading sequen...

Page 187: ... preset buttons or turn the interface knob to highlight the desired disc number then press ENTER on the interface selector Each time you press and release the side of the skip bar or push the interface selector to the right the player skips forward to the beginning of the next track Press and release the side of the skip bar or push the interface selector to the left to skip backward to the beginn...

Page 188: ...ou don t the system advances to the next track plays about 10 seconds of it and continues through the rest of the tracks the same way When you press the SCAN side of the SCAN A SEL bar repeatedly until you see D SCAN in the center display or push down the interface selector to the right the first track of the current disc plays for about 10 seconds You will see SCAN next to DISC on the screen The ...

Page 189: ...ace dial Push the AUDIO button to display the audio information on the screen then scroll down by pushing down the selector to select the audio menu To cancel the selected repeat or random mode have the selected mode highlighted then press ENTER on the interface selector Turn the interface knob to select a desired repeat or random mode then press ENTER to set your selection To Select Repeat or Ran...

Page 190: ...xt to TRACK on the screen To turn this feature off highlight TRACK RANDOM if not already highlighted and press ENTER on the interface selector again To take the system out of disc mode press the FM AM button the button or the AUX button if an appropriate unit is connected To return to disc mode press the CD button If you turn the system off while a disc is playing either with the power volume knob...

Page 191: ... appear in the center display in recorded order Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz MPEG1 16 22 05 24 kHz MPEG2 Maximum layers including ROOT 8 layers Bitrate 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 192 224 256 320 kbps MPEG1 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 80 96 112 128 160 kbps MPEG2 Sampling frequency 22 05 32 44 1 48 kHz Bitrate 32 40 48 64 80 96 128 160 192 kbps Maximum layers including ROOT 8 layers To play a...

Page 192: ... Turn the selector knob highlight the folder you want to see the information within and press ENTER If the main folder has some additional folders in the lower layer you can also see each lower folder listed on the screen You can see the list of all the files in the selected folder Turn the selector knob then press ENTER to set your selection Playing Discs Models with navigation system Features 18...

Page 193: ...r again This feature when activated samples the first file in each folder for 10 seconds To scan a folder press the SCAN side of the SCAN A SEL bar repeatedly You will see SCAN next to FOLDER and the folder number blinking To select any type of the repeat modes use the interface dial For more information see page To select any type of the random modes use the interface dial For more information se...

Page 194: ...tton again will eject the next disc in numerical order By doing this six times you can remove all the discs from the changer To remove the disc that is currently playing press the eject button You will see EJECT in the center display When you remove the disc from the slot the system automatically enters the previous mode AM FM1 FM2 or XM Satellite Radio The system also begins the load sequence so ...

Page 195: ...ts and you cannot clear it take your vehicle to a dealer Error Message Cause Solution 194 High Temperature Track File format not supported Mechanical Error Servo Error Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal Current track will be skipped The next supported track or file plays automatically Press the EJECT button and pull out the disc s Check the disc for serious damage signs of defor...

Page 196: ... of a pencil or pen Never try to insert foreign objects in the disc changer Handle a disc by its edges never touch either surface Do not place stabilizer rings or labels on the disc These along with contamination from finger prints liquids and felt tip pens can cause the disc to not play properly or possibly jam in the drive To clean a disc use a clean soft cloth Wipe across the disc from the cent...

Page 197: ...io unit Examples of these discs are shown to the right Bubbled wrinkled labeled and excessively thick discs Damaged discs Poor quality discs 1 2 3 Additional Information on Recommended Discs Protecting Your Discs 194 Sealed Warped Burrs Chipped Cracked Bubbled Wrinkled With Label Sticker Using Printer Label Kit With Plastic Ring ０８０６１１１８５３２６３１ＴＥ０６１００１９９ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 198: ... on the discs may cause the sound to skip Recommended discs are printed with the following logo Audio unit may not play the following formats This audio unit cannot play a Dual disc 4 5 Protecting Your Discs Features 195 Fingerprints scratches etc 3 inch 8 cm CD Triangle Shape Arrow Shape Can Shape ０８０６１１１８５３３８３１ＴＥ０６１００２００ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 199: ...the FM band are assigned frequencies at least 0 2 MHz apart 87 9 88 1 88 3 A radio station s signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter If you are listening to an AM station you will notice the sound volume becoming weaker and the station drifting in and out If you are listening to an FM station you will see the stereo indicator flickering off and on as the signal weakens Even...

Page 200: ...ic conditions such as thunderstorms high humidity and even sunspots You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in conditions Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems As required by the FCC Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for...

Page 201: ...o the next preset station on the band you are listening to Press the bottom to go back to the previous station If you press and hold the CH button or the system goes into the skip seek mode It stops when it finds a station with a strong signal If you are playing a disc the system skips to the beginning of the next track file in MP3 or WMA format each time you press the top of the CH button Press t...

Page 202: ... hear a beep to skip forward to the first file of the next folder Press the bottom to skip backward to the previous folder If you are playing a conventional CD without the text data and not compressed in MP3 or WMA you can use the skip function to select discs Press and hold the top of the CH button until you hear a beep to skip forward to the next disc Press and hold the bottom to skip backward t...

Page 203: ... 1 hour before trying again The system will retain your AM and FM presets even if power is disconnected Your vehicle s audio system may disable itself if it is disconnected from electrical power for any reason To make it work again you must enter a specific five digit code with the preset buttons Because there are hundreds of number combinations possible from the five digits making the system work...

Page 204: ...time back to the previous hour If the displayed time is after the half hour the same procedure sets the time forward to the beginning of the next hour The navigation system receives signals from the global positioning system GPS and the displayed time is updated automatically by the GPS Refer to the navigation system manual for how to adjust the time 1 06 would RESET to 1 00 1 52 would RESET to 2 ...

Page 205: ...inutes and SET The selected item is indicated with in the display You can also adjust the clock and switch the clock display between 24 hours and 12 hours in the menu mode To adjust the clock setting Press and release the MENU button The display shows you the menu items You can adjust the clock setting with the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I or ON II position 1 2 3 4 On models without navigati...

Page 206: ... will go back to the previous display Pressing the MENU button again will cancel this setting mode Turn the selector knob to change the setting between 12H and 24H Press the selector knob ENTER to enter your selection The display will return to the clock adjusting display To enter the clock setting turn the selector knob to select SET then press the knob The display will return to the menu item di...

Page 207: ...ally since it is not part of the display and shut it if necessary The security system helps to protect your vehicle and valuables from theft The horn sounds and a combination of headlights parking lights side marker lights and taillights flashes if someone attempts to break into your vehicle or remove the audio unit This alarm continues for two minutes then the system resets To reset an alarming s...

Page 208: ...se the remote transmitter to quickly check that the hood the trunk and both doors are closed Push the lock button twice within 5 seconds There should be an audible confirmation beep Security System Features 205 NOTE ０８０６１１１８５５０５３１ＴＥ０６１００２１０ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 209: ...calibrating or the compass display is blinking with the CAL indicator on do the following When you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position the compass is self calibrating then the compass display is shown in the display Press and hold the MENU button for about 5 seconds until you hear a beep The display shows you the compass setting menu items Turn the ignition switch to the ON II position ...

Page 210: ... calibration is successfully completed the CAL indicator goes off and the compass display will stop blinking and show an actual heading Drive the vehicle slowly in two complete circles Press the selector knob ENTER The compass display is blinking and the CAL indicator is shown While setting the compass pressing the RETURN button will go back to the previous display Pressing the MENU button will ca...

Page 211: ...r a beep The display shows you the compass setting menu items Turn the selector knob to select ZONE Press the selector knob ENTER to enter your selection The display shows you the currently selected zone number Find the zone for your area on the map see page If the correct zone is not shown turn the selector knob to cycle the zone lists up or down If necessary press the RETURN button to return to ...

Page 212: ...lated to the compass system Even if the compass system is in the zone setting mode the display returns to the normal display which you last selected Compass Features 209 Zone Map ０８０６１１１８５５４２３１ＴＥ０６１００２１４ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 213: ...ment panel comes on to show the system is now activated Push the CRUISE button on the steering wheel The CRUISE MAIN indicator on the instrument panel comes on Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph 40 km h The cruise control system can be left on even when it is not in use 1 2 3 Using Cruise Control Cruise Control 210 SET DECEL BUTTON CRUISE BUTTON RES ACCEL BUTTON CANCEL BUTTON Im...

Page 214: ... RES ACCEL button When you reach the desired cruising speed release the button Push on the accelerator pedal Accelerate to the desired cruising speed then press the SET DECEL button To increase the speed in very small amounts tap the RES ACCEL button Each time you do this your vehicle will speed up about 1 mph 1 6 km h Cruise control may not hold the set speed when you are going up and down hills ...

Page 215: ...ising speed as before You can cancel cruise control in any of these ways Tap the brake or clutch pedal Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel Push the CRUISE button on the steering wheel Even with the cruise control turned on you can still use the accelerator pedal to speed up for passing After completing the pass take your foot off the accelerator pedal The vehicle will return to the set cr...

Page 216: ...red after January 1 1993 are required to have external entrapment protection systems such as an electronic eye which detect an object obstructing the door Before programming your HomeLink to operate a garage door opener confirm that the opener has an external entrapment protection system such as an electronic eye or other safety and reverse stop features If your garage door was manufactured before...

Page 217: ...y information that came with your garage door opener to test that the safety features are functioning properly If you do not have this information contact the manufacturer of the equipment Before programming HomeLink to a garage door or gate opener make sure that people and objects are out of the way of the device to prevent potential injury or damage When programming a garage door opener park jus...

Page 218: ...If you are training the second or third buttons go directly to step 1 CONTINUED HomeLink Universal Transceiver Features 215 ０８０６１１１８５６３９３１ＴＥ０６１００２２０ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 219: ... 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 unde...

Page 220: ...ones visit or call 888 528 7876 In Canada visit or call 888 9 HONDA 9 To use the HFL your phone must have approved Bluetooth capability along with the Hands Free Profile This type of phone is available through many phone makers and cellular carriers You can also find an approved phone by visiting or by calling the Hands Free Link consumer support at 888 528 7876 In Canada visit or call 888 9 HONDA...

Page 221: ...ur vehicle s HFL system has the cellular phonebook import function This allows you to import your cellular phonebook to the HFL Using the navigation system you can make a call directly and store a desired number in the HFL from the list shown on the navigation display For more information on how to import the phonebook or to make a call see page With a linked phone the HFL allows you to send and r...

Page 222: ...re giving a command HFL Back This button is used to end a call go back to the previous voice control command and to cancel an operation To operate the HFL use the HFL Talk and Back buttons on the left side of the steering wheel The HFL buttons are used as follows indicator will be displayed on the center display if your Bluetooth compatible phone is linked to the HandsFreeLink Bluetooth HandsFreeL...

Page 223: ...eration If the microphone picks up voices other than yours the system may not interpret your voice commands correctly If the HFL does not recognize a command its response is Pardon If it doesn t recognize the command a second time its response is Please repeat If it doesn t recognize the command a third time it plays the Help prompt Give a voice command in a clear natural speaking voice without pa...

Page 224: ... The next time you press the Talk button the HFL begins listening from the point at which it timed out To end a command sequence at any time press and hold the Back button or press and release the Talk button wait for the beep and say Cancel The next time you press the Talk button the HFL begins from its main menu When you finish a command sequence the HFL goes back to its main menu For example wh...

Page 225: ...e HFL returns to its main menu Saying No will result in no ring tone or prompt playback during an incoming call The audio system will still mute and a message will be displayed Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Ring tone or Prompt The HFL response is A ring tone will be used or An incoming call prompt will be used If you choose Ring tone you will hear a ring tone through the aud...

Page 226: ...osition and you press the Talk button You will only be asked for the passcode once per ignition cycle If the passcode is set its response is The system is locked What is the four digit passcode Press and release the Talk button After the beep say your four digit passcode For example say 1 2 3 4 If the passcode is correct the HFL response is Main menu If the passcode is not correct the HFL response...

Page 227: ...es operation of your mobile phone For safety only perform this function while the vehicle is stopped State a four digit code for pairing Note this code It will be requested by the phone During the pairing process turn off any previously paired phones before pairing a new phone HFL does not allow you to pair your phone if the vehicle is moving For pairing your phone must be in its Discovery mode Up...

Page 228: ...e For example say Eric s phone The HFL response is Eric s phone has been successfully paired Returning to the main menu If you want to pair another phone repeat steps 1 through 7 Follow the prompts on your phone to get it into its Discovery mode The phone will search for the HFL When it comes up select HandsFreeLink from the list of options displayed on your phone Press and release the Talk button...

Page 229: ... release the Talk button After the beep say the name of the phone you want to delete For example say Eric s phone The HFL response is Would you like to delete Eric s phone Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Yes The HFL response is Preparing to delete Eric s phone Say OK to continue otherwise say Go back or Cancel Press and release the Talk button If you say OK after the beep the ...

Page 230: ...e is Phone setup options are status pair edit delete and list Press and release the Talk button After the beep say List The HFL responds by listing the name of each paired phone When all phones paired to the system have been read the HFL response is The entire list has been read Returning to the main menu Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Phone setup The HFL response is Phone se...

Page 231: ...e a call directly from the list shown on the navigation display Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Call or Dial The HFL response is Calling or Dialing Once connected you will hear the person you called through the audio speakers To change the volume use the audio system volume knob or the steering wheel volume controls To end the call press the Back button With your phone on and ...

Page 232: ...is What name or number would you like to send Press and release the Talk button After the beep say the number you want to send For example say 1 2 3 The HFL response is 1 2 3 Say send or continue to add numbers Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Yes The HFL response is Calling or Dialing Once connected you will hear the person you called through the audio speakers To change the v...

Page 233: ... to answer it When you do this the original call is placed on hold To return to the original call press the Talk button again If you don t want to answer the new call disregard it and continue with your original call If you want to hang up the original call and answer the new call press the Back button During a call you can transfer it from the HFL to your phone or from your phone to the HFL Press...

Page 234: ...nd list Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Store The HFL response is What name would you like to store Press and release the Talk button After the beep say the name you would like to store For example say Eric or say account number The HFL response is What is the number for Eric or What is the number for account number Press and release the Talk button After the beep say the numb...

Page 235: ...esponse is Phonebook options are store edit delete receive contact and list Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Delete The HFL response is What name would you like to delete Press and release the Talk button After the beep say the name you would like to delete For example say Eric The HFL response is Would you like to delete Eric Press and release the Talk button After the beep sa...

Page 236: ...sponse is The entire list has been read Returning to the main menu Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Phonebook The HFL response is Phonebook options are store edit delete receive contact and list Press and release the Talk button After the beep say List The HFL responds by listing the names in the phonebook When it says the name you want to call for example Eric press the Talk b...

Page 237: ...r information With your phone on and the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I or ON II position press and release the Talk button After the beep say Phonebook The HFL response is Phonebook options are store edit delete receive contact and list Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Receive contact The HFL response is The receive process requires operation of your Bluetooth device For s...

Page 238: ...ividual steps will vary for each type of phone refer to your phone s owner s manual via Bluetooth The HFL response is One phone number has been received for this contact What name would you like to store for the mobile number To discard this number say Discard Press and release the Talk button After the beep say the name you would like to store For example say Neil at work The HFL response is Neil...

Page 239: ...er the beep say the name you would like to store For example say Susan at work The HFL response is Susan at work will be stored Is this correct Press and release the Talk button After the beep say either Yes or No The HFL response is Susan at work has been stored Would you like HFL to receive another contact If you do not want to continue to store any other numbers press and release the Talk butto...

Page 240: ...you make calls PIN Number This option allows you to add change or remove a PIN number for any phonebook that has been imported Import Cellular Phonebook This option allows you to store the phonebook of your cellular phone in HFL When you link your phone to HFL and select this option the system will start importing and loading the phonebook Delete Imported Phonebook This option allows you to delete...

Page 241: ...umber You can search the stored number by entering keywords to make calls by using HFL Select Search Imported Phonebook from the Select an option screen The display will change as shown above HFL does not allow you to pair your phone if the vehicle is moving Up to six phones can be paired to HFL For information on linking to the HFL see page 224 To search the imported phonebook Bluetooth HandsFree...

Page 242: ...icons will appear Enter the keyword for a person s name such as the first name or last name using the Interface Dial If the system does not find an exact match say or select LIST when you finish entering the keyword The system will display a list of person s names with the closest match to the name you entered at the top of the list CONTINUED Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Features 239 Home Mobile Prefer...

Page 243: ... The display will change as shown above After selecting a person the system will display a list of the person s phone numbers Select the desired number from the list to make a call Select the desired number from the list to store it in HFL Say or select STORE IN HandsFreeLink from the Select a number to call screen The screen shown above will appear Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 240 ０８０６１１１９００５５３１...

Page 244: ... Say or select Yes and the message The imported phonebook has been deleted will appear Select OK to complete the deletion Select a phonebook from the displayed list If the phonebook you select has a PIN icon you will need the 4 digit PIN number to access the phonebook The following screen will appear Enter the PIN number to access the phonebook You cannot access a PIN protected phonebook if you do...

Page 245: ...change as shown above Enter the 4 digit PIN number You will be asked to re enter the PIN to verify Select the phonebook you wish to add the PIN number to When you select the phonebook without a PIN icon the display will change as shown above 2 1 1 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 242 ０８０６１１１９０１１３３１ＴＥ０６１００２４７ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 246: ...lease the Talk button After the beep say Clear The HFL response is This process will clear all paired phones clear all entries in the phonebook clear the passcode and restore the defaults in the system setup Is this what you would like to do Enter your new 4 digit PIN number You will be asked to re enter the PIN to verify Enter your current PIN number 3 1 2 2 To clear the system do this CONTINUED ...

Page 247: ...avez selectionné Français Les noms enregistres en mode Anglais ne seront pas accessible en mode Français Voulez vous continuer You have selected French Name tags that were stored while in English mode will not be accessible in French mode Would you like to continue Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Yes The HFL response is Preparing to clear all paired phones all phonebook entrie...

Page 248: ...ais ou Français Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Anglais The HFL response is You have selected English Name tags that were stored while in French mode will not be accessible in English mode Would you like to continue Vous avez selectionné Anglais Les noms enregistres en mode Français ne seront pas accessible en mode Anglais Voulez vous contnuez The HFL response is for example Q...

Page 249: ...anada 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 The HFL says for example What is the English name for Téléphone de Paul Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Paul s phone The HFL response is What is the English name for ...

Page 250: ...ou plan to add any accessories to your vehicle please read the information in this section first Break in Period 248 Fuel Recommendation 248 Service Station Procedures 249 Refueling 249 Check Fuel Cap Message 251 Opening and Closing the Hood 252 Oil Check 254 Engine Coolant Check 255 Fuel Economy 256 Accessories and Modifications 259 Carrying Cargo 261 Before Driving Before Driving 247 ０８０６１１１９...

Page 251: ...knocking noise from the engine if you drive the vehicle at low engine speed below about 1 000 rpm in a higher gear To stop this raise the engine speed by shifting to a lower gear We recommend using quality gasolines containing detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and engine deposits In addition in order to maintain good performance fuel economy and emissions control we strongly recomm...

Page 252: ...aining methanol If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline For further important fuel related information please refer to your 1 2 Refueling Quick Start Guide Fuel Recommendation Service Station Procedures Before Driving 249 Push TETHER HOLDER FUEL FILL CAP Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive You can be burned or serio...

Page 253: ...fuel fill cap is attached to the fuel filler with a tether Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door Stop filling the tank after the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off Do not try to top off the tank Leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes even though the tank is not full there may be a problem with your vehicle s fuel vapor recovery system The system helps keep fu...

Page 254: ... fill cap is installed If it is loosen it then retighten it until it clicks at least once The message should go off after several days of normal driving once you tighten or replace the fuel fill cap To scroll to another display press the select reset knob The CHECK FUEL CAP message will appear each time you restart the engine until the system turns the message off Your vehicle s onboard diagnostic...

Page 255: ... with your fingers The hood latch handle is above the H logo Push this handle up until it releases the hood Lift the hood If the hood latch handle moves stiffly or if you can open the hood without lifting the handle the mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated 1 2 Opening and Closing the Hood Service Station Procedures 252 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE LATCH ０８０６１１１９０２３８３１ＴＥ０６１００２５７ 2009 Accord Cou...

Page 256: ...od from the hole Put the support rod back into its holding clip Lower the hood to about a foot 30 cm above the fender then let it drop Make sure it is securely latched To close the hood lower it to about a foot 30 cm above the fender then press down firmly with your hands Make sure the hood is securely latched 3 V6 models 2 4 engine models Service Station Procedures Before Driving 253 V6 models 2 ...

Page 257: ...pper and lower marks Remove the dipstick orange handle loop Wipe off the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel If it is near or below the lower mark see on page 1 2 3 4 306 Oil Check Adding Engine Oil Service Station Procedures 254 UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 2 4 engine models V6 models 2 4 engine models DIPSTICK orange handle DIPSTICK orange loop ０８０６１１１９０２５７３１ＴＥ０６１００２５９ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 258: ...he proper coolant Refer to on page for information about checking other items on your vehicle 310 302 Engine Coolant Check Adding Engine Coolant Owner s Maintenance Checks Service Station Procedures Before Driving 255 UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MIN V6 models 2 4 engine models RESERVE TANK V6 models MAX MIN MAX RESERVE TANK ０８０６１１１９０３０７３１ＴＥ０６１００２６０ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 259: ... is also provided The EPA fuel economy estimates shown in the example to the right are a useful tool for comparison when buying a vehicle EPA estimates include Represents a combination of city and highway driving The scale represents the range of combined fuel economy for other vehicles in the class Represents a mixture of rural and interstate driving in a warmed up vehicle typical of longer trips...

Page 260: ...s and bike racks are also big contributors to increased drag If your vehicle has a manual transmission you can boost your fuel economy by up shifting as early as possible Idling results in 0 miles per gallon An underinflated tire increases rolling resistance which reduces fuel economy It puts a heavier load on the engine increasing fuel consumption In particular a build up of snow or mud on your v...

Page 261: ...ent than a cold one Direct calculation is the recommended source of information about your actual fuel economy Using frequency of fill ups or taking fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate measures of fuel economy Fuel economy may improve over the first several thousand miles 1 2 3 4 Fuel Economy Checking Your Fuel Economy Measuring Techniques Minimize the use of the air conditioning system Plan and ...

Page 262: ...tion Do not install accessories on the side pillars or across the rear windows Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the side curtain airbags Modifying your vehicle or installing some non Honda accessories can make your vehicle unsafe Before you make any modifications or add any accessories be sure to read the following information When properly installed cell...

Page 263: ...d objects which could cause the airbags to deploy If you plan to modify your vehicle consult your dealer Modifying your steering wheel or any other part of your vehicle s safety features can make the systems ineffective Larger or smaller wheels and tires can interfere with the operation of your vehicle s anti lock brakes and other systems Non Honda wheels because they are a universal design can ca...

Page 264: ... stopping distance and tires and make it unsafe Before carrying any type of cargo be sure to read the following pages Center pockets Console compartment Trunk including the rear seat when folded down Carrying Cargo Before Driving 261 CONSOLE COMPARTMENT CENTER POCKETS GLOVE BOX TRUNK DOOR POCKET PASSENGER S SEAT BACK POCKET DRIVER S SEAT BACK POCKET If equipped ０８０６１１１９０４１５３１ＴＥ０６１００２６６ 2009...

Page 265: ... load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1 400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1 400 750 5 150 650 lbs Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 If your ve...

Page 266: ...AWR Both are on a label on the driver s doorjamb Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Carrying Cargo Before Driving 263 Max Load 850 lbs Cargo Weight 550 lbs Max Load 850 lbs Max Load 850 lbs Cargo Weight 250 lbs Cargo Weight 100 lbs Passenger Weight 150 lbs x 2 300 lbs Passenger Weight 150 lbs x 4 600 lbs Passenger Weight 150 lbs x 5 750 lbs ０８０６１１１９０４３８３１ＴＥ０６１００２６８ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 267: ...r sudden stop Also keep all cargo below the bottom of the windows If it is higher it could interfere with the proper operation of the side curtain airbags Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the trunk placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far forward as possible If you fold down the back seat tie down items that could be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop If you c...

Page 268: ...be sure the total weight of the rack and the items does not exceed the maximum allowable weight If you use an accessory roof rack the roof rack weight limit may be lower Refer to the information that came with your roof rack Carrying Cargo Cargo Net Before Driving 265 ０８０６１１１９０４５５３１ＴＥ０６１００２７０ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 269: ...266 ０８０６１１１９０４５７３１ＴＥ０６１００２７１ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 270: ...he tire pressure monitoring system TPMS and facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer Preparing to Drive 268 Starting the Engine 269 Manual Transmission 270 Automatic Transmission 273 Parking 278 Braking System 279 Anti lock Brakes ABS 280 Vehicle Stability Assist VSA aka Electronic Stability Control ESC System 282 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS 284 Towing a Trailer 287 Driving Dri...

Page 271: ...ressure When you start the engine check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel see page Check the seat adjustment see page Check the seat adjustment see page Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page Check the steering wheel adjustment see page Make sure the doors are securely closed and locked Fasten your seat belt Check that your passengers have fastened their se...

Page 272: ...d it there while starting to clear flooding If the engine still does not start return to step 5 Without touching the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to the START III position Do not hold the key in the START III position for more than 15 seconds at a time If the engine does not start right away pause for at least 10 seconds before trying again 1 2 3 4 5 6 Manual transmission Automatic tran...

Page 273: ...ter s red zone in the lower gear The manual transmission is synchronized in all forward gears for smooth operation It has a lockout so you cannot shift directly from fifth to reverse On vehicles with 6 speed manual transmission the lockout system prevents you from shifting directly from any forward gear to reverse while the vehicle is moving at a certain speed see page When shifting up or down mak...

Page 274: ...0 km h Normal acceleration 15 mph 24 km h 17 mph 27 km h 27 mph 43 km h 36 mph 58 km h 41 mph 66 km h Shift up 1st to 2nd 2nd to 3rd 3rd to 4th 4th to 5th 5th to 6th On models with 5 speed manual transmission On models with 6 speed manual transmission Recommended Shift Points Manual Transmission Driving 271 Rapid slowing or speeding up can cause loss of control on slippery surfaces If you crash yo...

Page 275: ...e parking brake and turn the ignition key to the ACCESSORY I or LOCK 0 position If you need to use this procedure to shift to reverse your vehicle may be developing a problem Have it checked by your dealer The manual transmission has lockout so you cannot accidentally shift from any forward gear to reverse while the vehicle is moving at a certain speed If you cannot shift to reverse when the vehic...

Page 276: ...on and have the transmission checked by your dealer as soon as possible To shift from Park to any position press firmly on the brake pedal and press the release button on the front of the shift lever then move the lever You cannot shift out of Park when the ignition switch is in the LOCK 0 or ACCESSORY I position These indicators on the instrument panel show which position the shift lever is in CO...

Page 277: ... move it Press the brake pedal and press the release button on the front of the shift lever to shift from Park to reverse To shift from reverse to neutral come to a complete stop and then shift Press the release button before shifting into reverse from neutral To avoid transmission damage come to a complete stop before shifting into Park You must also press the release button to shift into Park Th...

Page 278: ...on shifting up at higher engine speeds when the engine is cold This helps the engine warm up faster This position is similar to D except only the first three gears are selected Use D3 when towing a trailer in hilly terrain or to provide engine braking when going down a steep hill D3 can also keep the transmission from cycling between third and fourth gears in stop and go driving To shift from seco...

Page 279: ... and pressing the release button does not work Set the parking brake Remove the key from the ignition switch If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in the engine speed will enter into the tachometer s red zone If this occurs you may feel the engine cut in and out This is caused by a limiter in the engine s computer controls The engine will run normally when you reduce the rpm below t...

Page 280: ...ou need to use the shift lock release it means your vehicle is developing a problem Have it checked by your dealer Push down on the key while you press the release button on the front of the shift lever and move the shift lever out of Park to neutral 6 5 Automatic Transmission Driving 277 RELEASE BUTTON SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT ０８０６１１１９０６４０３１ＴＥ０６１００２８２ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 281: ...nroof if equipped and the windows are closed Turn off the lights Place any packages valuables etc in the trunk or take them with you Lock the doors Check the indicator on the instrument panel to verify that the security system is set Never park over dry leaves tall grass or other flammable materials The hot three way catalytic converter could cause these materials to catch on fire If the vehicle i...

Page 282: ...reduced It also keeps your brake lights on all the time confusing drivers behind you Check the brakes after driving through deep water Apply the brakes moderately to see if they feel normal If not apply them gently and frequently until they do Be extra cautious in your driving Constant application of the brakes when going down a long hill builds up heat and reduces their effective ness Use the eng...

Page 283: ...t is the ABS rapidly pumping the brakes On dry pavement you will need to press on the brake pedal very hard before the ABS activates However you may feel the ABS activate immediately if you are trying to stop on snow or ice The electronic brake distribution EBD system which is part of the ABS also balances the front to rear braking distribution according to vehicle loading Let the ABS work for you...

Page 284: ...tructed on page If the brakes feel normal drive slowly and have your vehicle repaired by your dealer as soon as possible Avoid sudden hard braking which could cause the rear wheels to lock up and possibly lead to a loss of control The VSA indicator will come on along with the ABS indicator on loose or uneven surfaces such as gravel or snow than a vehicle without anti lock 363 Important Safety Remi...

Page 285: ...e road when it is safe and turn off the engine Reset the system by restarting the engine If the VSA system indicator stays on or comes back on while driving have the VSA system inspected by your dealer If the indicator does not come on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON II position there may be a problem with the VSA system Have your dealer inspect your vehicle as soon as possible The ma...

Page 286: ... with the VSA temporarily switched off When the VSA system is off the traction control system is also off You should only attempt to free your vehicle with the VSA off if you are not able to free it when the VSA is on Immediately after freeing your vehicle be sure to switch the VSA on again We do not recommend driving your vehicle with the VSA and traction control systems switched off This switch ...

Page 287: ... spare tire see page If you cannot make the low tire pressure indicator go out after inflating the tires to the specified values have your dealer check the system as soon as possible Each tire has its own pressure sensor not including the spare tire If the air pressure of a tire becomes significantly low while driving the sensor in that tire immediately sends a signal that causes the low tire pres...

Page 288: ...anually check the tire pressures monthly Each tire including the spare should be checked monthly when cold and set to the recommended inflation pressure as specified on the tire information label and in the owner s manual see page This indicator comes on and stays on if there is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system If this happens the system will shut off and no longer monitor tire p...

Page 289: ...ire pressure sensor mounted inside the tire behind the valve stem You must use TPMS specific wheels It is recommended that you always have your tires serviced by your dealer or qualified technician After you replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire the low tire pressure indicator stays on This is normal the system is not monitoring the spare tire pressure Manually check the spare tire pre...

Page 290: ... of a fully loaded trailer puts on the hitch should be approximately 10 of the total trailer weight Too much tongue load reduces front tire traction and steering control Too little tongue load can make the trailer unstable and cause it to sway Avoid towing a trailer during your vehicle s first 600 miles 1 000 km see page 248 CONTINUED Load Limits Total Trailer Weight Tongue Load Towing a Trailer B...

Page 291: ...ngue load is EX and EX L EX and EX L LX and LX S LX and LX S V6 models with manual transmission V6 models with automatic transmission V6 models with manual transmission V6 models with automatic transmission Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Canadian models U S models Towing a Trailer 288 4 299 lbs 1 950 kg 4 409 lbs 2 000 kg 4 541 lbs 2 060 kg 4 475 lbs 2 030 kg 1 970 kg 2 020 kg 2 075 kg 2 040 kg ...

Page 292: ...X and EX L EX and EX L LX and LX S V6 models with automatic transmission V6 models with manual transmission LX and LX S V6 models with automatic transmission V6 models with manual transmission Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR Canadian models U S models Towing a Trailer Driving 289 2 006 lbs 910 kg 2 337 lbs 1 060 kg 2 414 lbs 1 095 kg 2 039 lbs 925 kg 910 kg 930 kg 950 kg 2 050 lbs 930 kg 2 535 lbs 1...

Page 293: ...eight of your trailer as quoted by the manufacturer with everything in or on the trailer If you normally pull the same load each time you tow a trailer you can use a suitable scale or a special tongue load gauge to check the tongue load the first time you set up a towing combination a fully loaded vehicle and trailer then recheck the tongue load whenever the conditions change Always use safety cha...

Page 294: ... mirrors if you cannot clearly see behind you or if the trailer creates a blind spot Ask your trailer sales or rental agency if any other items are recommended or required for your towing situation Trailer lights and equipment must comply with federal state province and local regulations Check with your local trailer sales or rental agencies for the requirements in the area where you plan to tow a...

Page 295: ...he following The vehicle has been properly serviced and the suspension and the cooling system are in good operating condition The trailer has been properly serviced and is in good condition All weights and loads are within limits The hitch safety chains and any other attachments are secure All items in or on the trailer are properly secured and cannot shift while you drive For your safety and the ...

Page 296: ...sion use the D position when towing a trailer on level roads D3 is the proper shift lever position to use when towing a trailer in hilly terrain See in the next column for additional gear information Make turns more slowly and wider than normal The trailer tracks a smaller arc than your vehicle and it can hit or run over something the vehicle misses Allow more time and distance for braking Do not ...

Page 297: ... precautions when parking including firmly setting the parking brake and putting the transmission in Park automatic or in first or reverse manual Also place wheel chocks at each of the trailer s tires Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home If your vehicle needs to be towed in an emergency see page 371 bottom Towing a Trailer Backing Up Parking Towing Your Vehicle 294 ０８０６１１...

Page 298: ...purchase the service manual See page for information on how to obtain a copy or see your dealer Maintenance Safety 296 Maintenance Minder 297 Fluid Locations 304 Adding Engine Oil 306 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter 308 Engine Coolant 310 Windshield Washers 312 Transmission Fluid 313 Automatic Transmission 313 Manual Transmission 315 Brake and Clutch Fluid 318 Power Steering Fluid 319 Timing Be...

Page 299: ...ing when working with the battery or compressed air All service items not detailed in this section should be performed by a certified technician or qualified mechanic Let the engine and exhaust system cool down before touching any parts Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine Maintenance Safety Important Safety Precautions Injury from moving parts Burns from hot parts...

Page 300: ...Based on the engine operating conditions the onboard computer in your vehicle calculates the remaining engine oil life and displays it as a percentage To see the current engine oil life turn the ignition switch to the ON II position then press and release the select reset knob repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator appears see page The remaining engine oil life is shown on the display acco...

Page 301: ...displayed next to the engine oil life indicator The 15 and 10 percent oil life indicators remind you that your vehicle will soon be due for scheduled maintenance When the remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1 percent you will see a SERVICE message along with the same maintenance item code s every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position Maintenance Minder 298 MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICA...

Page 302: ...dealer as soon as possible When the remaining engine oil life is 0 percent the engine oil life indicator will blink The display comes on every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position The maintenance minder indicator also comes on and remains on in the instrument panel When you see this message immediately have the indicated maintenance done by your dealer If you do not perform the ...

Page 303: ...ife display to the odometer or the trip meter press and release the select reset knob When the engine oil life is 0 percent or negative mileage the maintenance minder indicator remains on even if you change the information display Immediately have the service performed and make sure to reset the display as described as follows All maintenance items displayed on the information display are in code ...

Page 304: ...maintenance is needed Your authorized Honda dealer knows your vehicle best and can provide competent efficient service Press the select reset knob for about 10 seconds The engine oil life and the maintenance item code s will blink Press the select reset knob for another 5 seconds The maintenance item code s will disappear and the engine oil life will reset to 100 4 3 Maintenance Minder Important M...

Page 305: ...ith the intervals indicated by the information display However service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in effect Maintenance may be done by any qualified service facility or person who is skilled in this type of automotive service Make sure to have the service facility or person reset the display as previously described Keep all receipts as proof of completion and have the per...

Page 306: ...idle speed every 160 000 miles 256 000 km If the message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset change the engine oil every year See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the center column on page Independent of maintenance message in the information display replace the brake fluid every 3 years Adjust the valves during services A B 1 2 or 3 if they a...

Page 307: ... COOLANT RESERVOIR BRAKE FLUID Black cap ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange handle POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap WASHER FLUID Blue cap CLUTCH FLUID Manual Transmission only Light gray cap AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop ０８０６１１１９１１０２３１ＴＥ０６１００３０９ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 308: ...ESERVOIR POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap RADIATOR CAP ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange loop WASHER FLUID Blue cap BRAKE FLUID Black cap AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop CLUTCH FLUID Manual Transmission only Light gray cap ０８０６１１１９１１０８３１ＴＥ０６１００３１０ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 309: ... of the valve cover Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so you do not spill any Clean up any spills immediately Spilled oil could damage components in the engine compartment Reinstall the engine oil fill cap and tighten it securely Wait a few minutes and recheck the oil level on the engine oil dipstick Do not fill above the upper mark you could damage the engine Recommended Engine Oil Adding Engi...

Page 310: ... or weight is provided on the container s label 5W 20 oil is formulated for year round protection of your vehicle to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy You may use a synthetic motor oil if it meets the same requirements given for a conventional motor oil it displays the API certification seal and it is the proper weight You must follow the oil and filter change intervals shown on the i...

Page 311: ...d regularly Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature then shut it off Make sure the oil filter gasket is not stuck to the engine block If it is remove it before installing a new oil filter Changing the oil and filter requires special tools and access from underneath the vehicle The vehicle should be raised on a service station type hydraulic lift for this service Unless you hav...

Page 312: ...k If necessary add more oil Make sure to clean off any dirt and dust on the connecting surface of a new oil filter Put a new washer on the drain bolt then reinstall the drain bolt Tighten the drain bolt to 4 5 6 7 8 9 V6 models 2 4 engine models Changing the Engine Oil and Filter Maintenance 309 OIL FILTER OIL FILTER 2 4 engine models V6 models 4 4 US qt 4 2 29 lbf ft 39 N m 4 0 kgf m 4 5 US qt 4 ...

Page 313: ...e sure it is a high quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines Continued use of any non Honda coolant can result in corrosion causing the cooling system to malfunction or fail Have the cooling system flushed and refilled with Honda antifreeze coolant as soon as possible 2 4 engine models only Adding Engine Coolant Engine Coolant 310 RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK V6 models 2 4 engine models If yo...

Page 314: ...compatible with the coolant or engine components If the reserve tank is completely empty you should also check the coolant level in the radiator Remove the radiator cap by pushing it down and turning it counterclockwise Relieve any pressure in the cooling system by turning the radiator cap counterclockwise without pressing down Make sure the engine and radiator are cool 4 1 2 3 5 6 Engine Coolant ...

Page 315: ...hly during normal use Check the fluid level by removing the cap and looking at the level gauge The low washer level indicator comes on when the level is low see page 60 On Canadian models Windshield Washers 312 LEVEL GAUGE LEVEL GAUGE 2 4 engine models V6 models Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar water solution in the windshield washer reservoir Antifreeze can damage your vehicle s paint wh...

Page 316: ...t no longer than 90 seconds before doing step 2 Remove the dipstick yellow loop from the transmission and wipe it with a clean cloth Insert the dipstick all the way into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration 1 2 3 CONTINUED Automatic Transmission Transmission Fluid Maintenance 313 DIPSTICK DIPSTICK 2 4 engine models 2 4 engine models V6 models UPPER MARK LOWER MARK ０８０６１１１９１２ ...

Page 317: ...n in the illustration The transmission should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the maintenance minder see page If you are not sure how to add fluid contact your dealer 5 4 6 297 Transmission Fluid 314 V6 models LOWER MARK UPPER MARK Use only Honda Genuine ATF Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid Do not mix with other transmission fluids Using transmission fluid other than Honda Genui...

Page 318: ...The transmission should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the maintenance minder see page If you are not sure how to check and add fluid contact your dealer Remove the transmission filler bolt and carefully feel inside the bolt hole with your finger The fluid level should be up to the edge of the bolt hole If it is not add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid MTF until it starts to ru...

Page 319: ...de under cover carefully Remove the check bolt and look for transmission fluid coming out of the bolt hole If a small amount of fluid drips out of the bolt hole reinstall the check bolt If no fluid comes out remove the filler bolt Slowly add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid MTF until it starts to run out of the check bolt hole V6 models Transmission Fluid 316 FILLER BOLT WASHER CHECK BOLT DRAIN BOL...

Page 320: ...per additives and continued use can cause stiffer shifting Replace as soon as it is convenient The transmission should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the maintenance minder see page If you are not sure how to check and add fluid contact your dealer Let the fluid run out until it stops then reinstall the check bolt and the filler bolt Reinstall the under cover and put the holdi...

Page 321: ... Using any non Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system Have the brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your vehicle s braking system and can cause extensive damage The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir If the level i...

Page 322: ...e reservoir If it is not add brake fluid to bring it up to that level Use the same fluid specified for the brake system A low fluid level can indicate a leak in the clutch system Have this system inspected as soon as possible CONTINUED Manual transmission only Power Steering Fluid Clutch Fluid Brake and Clutch Fluid Power Steering Fluid Maintenance 319 MAX UPPER LEVEL LOWER LEVEL MIN 2 4 engine mo...

Page 323: ... fluid level can indicate a leak in the system Check the fluid level frequently and have the system inspected as soon as possible In very high temperatures over 110 F 43 C In very low temperatures under 20 F 29 C Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any Clean up any spills immediately it could damage components in the engine compartment If you frequently tow a trailer 297 V6 mod...

Page 324: ... contact with your skin or hard objects If you touch the glass clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth Open the hood To change a bulb on the passenger s side remove the engine coolant reserve tank by pulling it out of its stay 1 CONTINUED Headlight Aiming Replacing a Headlight Bulb Lights High Beam Headlight Maintenance 321 2 4 engine models STAY Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when...

Page 325: ...b Remove the bulb by turning it approximately one quarter turn counterclockwise To change a bulb on the driver s side undo the fastener and remove the air intake cover and duct 3 2 On V6 models Lights 322 FASTENER AIR INTAKE COVER BULB TAB DUCT V6 models STAY V6 models ０８０６１１１９１３５３３１ＴＥ０６１００３２７ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 326: ...connector from the bulb by pushing on the tab to unlock it then slide the connector off the bulb Remove the bulb by turning it approximately one quarter turn counterclockwise Pull the inner fender cover away from the fender and bumper Use a flat tipped screwdriver to remove the two holding clips from the inner fender Reinstall the air intake cover and duct securely Reinstall the fastener and secur...

Page 327: ...w bulb Open the hood To change the turn signal bulb on the passenger s side remove the engine coolant reserve tank by pulling it out of its stay Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise To remove the burned out bulb push it in and turn it counterclockwise until it unlocks 1 2 8 7 6 9 3 Lights Replacing a Front Turn Signal Parking Light Bulb 324 ...

Page 328: ... left Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly Turn it clockwise to lock it in place Use a flat tipped screwdriver to remove the two holding clips from the inner fender Remove the socket from the headlight assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Pull the burned out bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms 6 1 7 5 4 2 3 4...

Page 329: ...ew bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms Remove the socket by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Insert the socket back into the light assembly Turn it clockwise to lock it in place Remove the screws in the center of each of the two fasteners on the side of the trunk lining Pull the lining back Determine which of the three bulbs is burned out stop taillight back up light or turn...

Page 330: ...ull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms Reinstall the socket Turn it clockwise until it locks Make sure the new bulb is working Put the fasteners into the holes on the side of the trunk lining Reinstall the screws 2 1 3 6 7 8 Lights Replacing the High mount Brake Light Bulb Maintenance 327 SOCKET BULB ０８０６１１１９１４５５３１ＴＥ０６１００３３２ 2009 ...

Page 331: ...stment should be done by your dealer or other qualified technician Remove the three fasteners with a flat tip screwdriver Pull down the under cover from the bumper carefully Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by pushing on the tab to unlock it then slide the connector off the bulb Remove the bulb by turning it about one quarter turn counterclockwise 1 2 3 Replacing a Fog Light Bulb Ligh...

Page 332: ...he under cover and put the three fasteners back in place Reinstall the inner fender Make sure it is installed under the edge of the front bumper Reinstall the holding clips and push in its head of each clip Remove the electrical connector from the bulb by pushing on the tab and pulling the connector down Remove the bulb from the fog light assembly by turning it one quarter turn counterclockwise Tu...

Page 333: ...s get dirty use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean them Do not use bleach dye or cleaning solvents Let the belts air dry before you use the vehicle The license plate has two lights above it The bulbs should be replaced by your dealer Cleaning the Seat Belts Rear License Plate Light Bulbs Lights Cleaning the Seat Belts 330 OPENING ０８０６１１１９１５２７３１ＴＥ０６１００３３５ 2009 A...

Page 334: ...remove a floor mat make sure to re anchor it when you put it back in your vehicle If you use a non Honda floor mat make sure it fits properly and that it can be used with the floor mat anchors Do not put additional floor mats on top of the anchored mat The driver s and right rear passenger s floor mats that came with your vehicle hook over the floor mat anchors This keeps the floor mats from slidi...

Page 335: ...the rubber areas that are getting hard or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used Disconnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm Put a cloth on the edge of the lock tab then push up on the lock tab carefully with a flat tip screwdriver 2 1 Wiper Blades 332 WIPER ARMS LOCK TAB Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised or you will damage the hood and wiper arms ０８０６１１１９１５４...

Page 336: ...dge remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade Remove the blade from its holder by grabbing the tabbed end of the blade Pull firmly until the tabs come out of the holder Make sure the two rubber tabs inside the blade fit to each notch of the reinforcement as shown 3 4 CONTINUED Wiper Blades Maintenance 333 WIPER ARM ...

Page 337: ...wn against the windshield the passenger s side first then the driver s side Place the top of the wiper blade on the end of the blade assembly and slide the blade onto the assembly until the tabs are fitted onto the wiper blade Make sure the blade is completely installed 5 6 7 Wiper Blades 334 TOP ０８０６１１１９１６０１３１ＴＥ０６１００３３９ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 338: ...o measure the air pressure in each tire at least once a month Even tires that are in good condition may lose 1 to 2 psi 10 to 20 kPa 0 1 to 0 2 kgf cm per month Remember to check the spare tire at the same time Even though your vehicle is equipped with TPMS we recommend that you visually check your tires every day If you think a tire might be low check it immediately with a tire gauge Check the ai...

Page 339: ...for you to tell if a pressure loss is due to a tire problem and not due to a variation between gauges The compact spare tire pressure is For convenience the recommended tire sizes and cold tire pressures are on a label on the driver s doorjamb For additional information about your tires see page The following charts show the recommended cold tire pressures for most normal driving conditions 380 Ti...

Page 340: ...splits or cracks in the side of the tire Replace the tire if you can see fabric or cord Excessive tread wear We strongly recommend that you do not drive faster than the posted speed limits and conditions allow If you ever drive in a sanctioned competitive event at sustained high speeds over 118 mph or 190 km h be sure to adjust the cold tire pressures as shown below If you do not excessive heat ca...

Page 341: ...ed to driving habits road conditions vehicle loading inflation pressure maintenance history speed and environmental conditions even when the tires are not in use In addition to your regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance it is recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires reach five years old It is also recommended that all tires including the spare be remov...

Page 342: ... they are rotated If you purchase directional tires rotate only front to back When the tires are rotated make sure the air pressures are checked Tire Rotation Tires Maintenance 339 For Non directional Tires and Wheels For Directional Tires and Wheels Front Front Improper wheel weights can damage your vehicle s aluminum wheels Use only Honda wheel weights for balancing ０８０６１１１９１６５４３１ＴＥ０６１００３...

Page 343: ...can seriously affect your vehicle s handling If you ever replace a wheel make sure that the wheel s specifications match those of the original wheels Also be sure you use only TPMS specific wheels If you do not the tire pressure monitoring system will not work on that tire The ABS and VSA system work by comparing the speed of each wheel When replacing tires use the same size originally supplied wi...

Page 344: ...tires Check with the tire dealer for maximum speed recommendations Mount tire chains on your tires when required by driving conditions or local laws Install them only on the front tires Because your vehicle has limited tire clearance Honda strongly recommends using the chains listed below made by Security Chain Company SCC See page for DOT tire quality grading information and page for tire size in...

Page 345: ...um from corroding and tarnishing Cleaning the wheels with harsh chemicals including some commercial wheel cleaners or a stiff brush can damage the clear coat To clean the wheels use a mild detergent and a soft brush or sponge Wheels Tires 342 Using the wrong chains or not properly installing chains can damage the brake lines and cause a crash in which you can be seriously injured or killed Follow ...

Page 346: ...ent future corrosion Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds If you need to connect the battery to a charger disconnect both cables to prevent damaging your vehicle s electrical system Always disconnect the negative cable first and reconnect it last If additional battery maintenance is needed see your dealer or a qualified mechanic The location of the test i...

Page 347: ... the audio system may disable itself The next time you turn on the radio you will see ENTER CODE in the frequency display Use the preset buttons to enter the code see page The navigation system will also disable itself The next time you turn on the ignition switch the system will require you to enter a PIN before it can be used Refer to the navigation system manual 201 200 On models with navigatio...

Page 348: ...eting trap moisture which can damage the paint Leave the parking brake off Put the transmission in reverse manual or Park automatic If possible periodically run the engine until it reaches full operating temperature the cooling fans cycle on and off twice Preferably do this once a month Block the rear wheels If the vehicle is to be stored for a longer period it should be supported on jackstands so...

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Page 350: ...n If not you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed Compact Spare Tire 348 Changing a Flat Tire 349 If the Engine Won t Start 354 Jump Starting 356 If the Engine Overheats 359 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 361 Charging System Indicator 361 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 362 Brake System Indicator 363 Fuses 364 Fuse Locations 368 Emergency Towing 371 Taking Care of the Unexpected Taking...

Page 351: ...check the other tires It should be inflated to Never exceed 50 mph 80 km h This tire gives a harsher ride and less traction on some road surfaces Use greater caution while driving Do not mount snow chains on the compact spare tire Do not use your compact spare tire on another vehicle unless it is the same make and model The low tire pressure indicator comes on and stays on after you replace the fl...

Page 352: ...he spare tire out of its well Park the vehicle on firm level and non slippery ground Put the transmission in Park automatic or reverse manual Apply the parking brake The tools are in the trunk Open the trunk and raise the trunk floor by pulling up the strap 5 4 3 2 1 Changing a Flat Tire Taking Care of the Unexpected 349 JACK SPARE TIRE TOOL KIT TRUNK FLOOR STRAP The vehicle can easily roll off th...

Page 353: ...nder the jacking point nearest the tire you need to change Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch 6 7 8 Changing a Flat Tire 350 JACKING POINT JACK WHEEL NUT ０８０６１１１９１８２７３１ＴＥ０６１００３５５ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 354: ...el and hub with a clean cloth Wipe the hub carefully it may be hot from driving Remove the wheel nuts then remove the flat tire Handle the wheel nuts carefully they may be hot from driving Place the flat tire on the ground with the outside surface facing up 9 11 10 Changing a Flat Tire Taking Care of the Unexpected 351 WHEEL WRENCH EXTENSION BRAKE HUB ０８０６１１１９１８３５３１ＴＥ０６１００３５６ 2009 Accord Co...

Page 355: ...ly Lower the vehicle to the ground and remove the jack Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility Tighten the wheel nuts to Remove the center cap before storing the flat tire in the trunk well 15 12 13 14 Changing a Flat Tire 352 CENTER CAP 80 lbf ft 108 N m 11 kgf m ０８０６１１１９１８４３３１ＴＥ０６１００３５７ 200...

Page 356: ...the tool kit case Place the tool kit case in the flat tire Your vehicle s original tire has a tire pressure monitoring system sensor To replace a tire refer to see page Lower the trunk floor then close the trunk lid Store the center cap in the trunk Make sure it does not get scratched or damaged 16 17 19 18 20 21 22 286 Changing a Flat Tire Changing a Tire with TPMS Taking Care of the Unexpected 3...

Page 357: ...transmission it must be in Park or neutral Turn the ignition switch to the ON II position Turn on the headlights and check their brightness If the headlights are very dim or do not come on at all the battery is discharged See on page Turn the ignition switch to the START III position If the headlights do not dim check the condition of the fuses If the fuses are OK there is probably something wrong...

Page 358: ...indicator in the instrument panel to blink rapidly see page Do you have fuel Check the fuel gauge the low fuel indicator may not be working There may be an electrical problem such as no power to the fuel pump Check all the fuses see page If you find nothing wrong you will need a qualified technician to find the problem See on page 269 78 364 371 If the Engine Won t Start The Starter Operates Norma...

Page 359: ...k automatic and set the parking brake You cannot start your vehicle with an automatic transmission by pushing or pulling it The numbers in the illustrations show you the order to connect the jumper cables 1 2 Jump Starting 356 2 4 engine models BOOSTER BATTERY A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure seriously injuring anyone nearby Keep all sparks open flames and smoking m...

Page 360: ...r battery Connect the other end to the engine mounting bolt automatic or the transmission mounting bolt manual as shown Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine 3 4 2 4 engine models Jump Starting Taking Care of the Unexpected 357 V6 models BOOSTER BATTERY 2 4 engine models with automatic transmission 2 4 engine models with manual transmission ０８０６１１１９１９３４３１ＴＥ０６１００３６...

Page 361: ...eck that the jumper cables have good metal to metal contact Once your vehicle is running disconnect the negative cable from your vehicle then from the booster battery Disconnect the positive cable from your vehicle then from the booster battery Connect the second jumper cable to the negative terminal on the booster battery Connect the other end to the engine hanger as shown Do not connect this jum...

Page 362: ...en open the hood If you do not see steam or spray leave the engine running and watch the temperature gauge If the high heat is due to overloading the engine should start to cool down almost immediately If it does wait until the temperature gauge comes down to the midpoint then continue driving If the temperature gauge stays at the red mark turn off the engine Look for any obvious coolant leaks suc...

Page 363: ...oon as you can Put the radiator cap back on tightly Run the engine and check the temperature gauge If it goes back to the red mark the engine needs repair see on page If the temperature stays normal check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank If it has gone down add coolant to the MAX mark Put the cap back on tightly If there was no coolant in the reserve tank you may need to add coolant ...

Page 364: ...ng see on page If the charging system indicator comes on brightly when the engine is running the battery is not being charged Immediately turn off all electrical accessories Try not to use other electrically operated controls such as the power windows Keep the engine running starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly Go to a service station or garage where you can get technical assista...

Page 365: ...codes may be erased It can take several days of driving under various conditions to set the codes again If you have recently refueled your vehicle the indicator coming on could be due to a loose or missing fuel fill cap Tighten the cap until it clicks at least once Tightening the cap will not turn the indicator off immediately it takes several days of normal driving To check if they are set turn t...

Page 366: ...e brake pedal go down much farther before the vehicle begins to slow down and you will have to press harder on the pedal Slow down by shifting to a lower gear and pull to the side of the road when it is safe Because of the long distance needed to stop it is hazardous to drive the vehicle You should have it towed and repaired as soon as possible see on page The brake system indicator normally comes...

Page 367: ...is on the lower passenger s side panel To remove the fuse box lid put your finger in the notch on the lid and pull it upward slightly then pull it toward you and take it out of its hinges The under hood fuse box is on the driver s side To open it push the tabs as shown Fuses 364 INTERIOR Driver s side FUSE BOX FUSE LABEL TAB NOTCH INTERIOR Passenger s side UNDER HOOD ０８０６１１１９２０４０３１ＴＥ０６１００３６...

Page 368: ...e is not the cause Replace any blown fuses and check if the device works Check each of the large fuses in the under hood fuse box by looking at the wire inside Removing these fuses requires a Phillips head screwdriver Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK 0 position Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off On the under hood and passenger s side interior fuse boxes remove the cover...

Page 369: ... of the spare fuses of the same rating or lower Check the smaller fuses in the under hood fuse box and all the fuses in the interior fuse boxes by pulling out each one with the fuse puller provided on the back of the under hood fuse box cover 5 4 Fuses 366 BLOWN FUSE PULLER SPARE FUSES FUSE PULLER ０８０６１１１９２０５８３１ＴＥ０６１００３７１ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 370: ... blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating it might blow out again This does not indicate anything wrong Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can If the radio fuse is removed the audio system may disable itself The next time you turn on the radio you will see ENTER CODE in the frequency display Use the preset buttons to enter the five digit code see page 6 200 ...

Page 371: ...t Used Back Up FI ECU MG Clutch Fan Relay Battery Battery Passenger s Side Fuse Box Not Used ABS VSA ABS VSA Motor Passenger s Side Fuse Box Not Used 100 A 120 A 40 A 40 A 30 A 40 A 1 30 A 30 A 30 A 30 A 60 A 30 A Not Used Not Used Sub Fan Motor Wiper Motor Main Fan Motor Driver s Side Light Main Driver s Side Fuse Box Passenger s Side Light Main 40 A 50 A 40 A 20 A 40 A 15 A 20 A 15 A 15 A 10 A 7...

Page 372: ...ing Moonroof Driver s Power Seat Reclining Not Used Front Accessory Power Socket Driver s Power Window Driver s Side Door Lock Left Front Fog Light Left Side Small Lights Exterior Left Headlight High Beam TPMS Left Headlight Low Beam Not Used 15 A 7 5 A 7 5 A 7 5 A 15 A 7 5 A Not Used Not Used Washer Wiper Meter ABS VSA ACG STS Fuel Pump VB SOL SRS ODS Occupant Detection System Not Used ACM Daytim...

Page 373: ...h Beam Right Side Small Lights Exterior Right Front Fog Light Right Headlight Low Beam Not Used Interior Lights Not Used Not Used Not Used Right Side Door Lock Not Used Rear Accessory Power Socket Front Passenger s Power Window Not Used Premium AMP 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 10 A 10 A 10 A 10 A 7 5 A 20 A 20 A 10 A 20 A 15 A 20 A 20 A Fuse Locations 370 INTERIOR FUSE BOX Passenger s Side ０８０６１１１９２１３...

Page 374: ...nt tires and lift them off the ground The rear tires remain on the ground Start the engine Turn off the engine Release the parking brake Shift to D position for 5 seconds then to N Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I position so the steering wheel does not lock Press on the brake pedal Move the shift lever through all its positions CONTINUED Manual transmission Automatic transmission Emer...

Page 375: ...ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I position and make sure the steering wheel turns freely before you begin towing Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage The bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle s weight ０８０６１１１９２１５６３１ＴＥ０６１００３７７ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 376: ...ns control systems Identification Numbers 374 Specifications 2 4 engine models 376 Specifications V6 models 378 DOT Tire Quality Grading U S Vehicles 380 Tire Labeling 382 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Required Federal Explanation 384 Emissions Controls 386 Three Way Catalytic Converter 388 Emissions Testing 389 Technical Information Technical Information 373 ０８０６１１１９２２００３１ＴＥ０６１００３７８...

Page 377: ...t place to find the VIN is on a plate fastened to the top of the dashboard You can see it by looking through the windshield on the driver s side It is also on the certification label attached to the driver s doorjamb and is stamped on the engine compartment bulkhead The VIN is also provided in bar code on the certification label Identification Numbers 374 CERTIFICATION LABEL VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION...

Page 378: ...the front of the engine block Identification Numbers Technical Information 375 ENGINE NUMBER 2 4 engine models V6 models ENGINE NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER ０８０６１１１９２２１２３１ＴＥ０６１００３８０ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 379: ...hed to the driver s doorjamb Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type HFC 134a R 134a 14 1 15 9 oz 400 450 g ND OIL8 Type Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs U S Spark plugs Canada Water cooled 4 stroke DOHC i VTEC 4 cylinder gasoline engine 3 43 x 3 9 in 87 0 x 99 0 mm 144 cu in 2 354 cm 10 5 1 ILZKR7B11S SXU22HCR11S DILZKR7A11GS ILZKR7B11S SXU22HCR11S Excluding the oi...

Page 380: ...Trunk light Vanity mirror lights 12 V 1 1 W Capacity 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V 36 AH 5 HR 38 AH 5 HR 45 AH 20 HR 47 AH 20 HR 52 AH 5 HR 65 AH 20 HR See page 369 or the fuse label attached on the side panel See page 370 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box door See page 368 or the fuse box cover 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm Size Pressure Toe in Camber ...

Page 381: ...reservoir 4 8 US qt 4 5 2 6 US qt 2 5 7 9 US qt 7 5 3 5 US qt 3 3 2 2 US qt 2 1 2 6 US qt 2 5 Water cooled 4 stroke SOHC i VTEC SOHC VTEC 6 cylinder V6 gasoline engine Type Bore x Stroke Displacement Compression ratio Spark plugs U S Spark plugs Canada 3 50 x 3 66 in 89 0 x 93 0 mm 212 cu in 3 471 cm 10 5 1 10 0 1 ILZKR7B11 SXU22HCR11 DILZKR7A11G ILZKR7B11 SXU22HCR11 Excluding the oil remaining in...

Page 382: ...ge 370 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box door See page 368 or the fuse box cover 12 V 1 1 W 12 V 5 W 12 V 8 W 12 V 8 W 12 V 21 W 12 V 5 W 21 5 W 12 V Headlights Front turn signal parking lights Front side marker lights Fog lights Rear turn signal lights Back up lights Stop taillights License plate lights High mount brake light Ceiling light Spotlights Trunk light Vanity mirr...

Page 383: ...ad characteristics and climate The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Warning The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking tracti...

Page 384: ...a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law Warning The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading...

Page 385: ... the same size Following is an example of tire size with an explanation of what each component means Vehicle type P indicates passenger vehicle Tire width in millimeters Aspect ratio the tire s section height as a percentage of its width Tire construction code R indicates radial Rim diameter in inches Speed symbol an alphabetical code indicating the maximum speed rating Manufacturer s identificati...

Page 386: ...um load the tire can carry at maximum air pressure Tire type code Date of manufacture Year Week FW6X 2202 Max Press Max Load Tire Labeling Maximum Tire Pressure Maximum Tire Load Technical Information 383 ０８０６１１１９２４４４３１ＴＥ０６１００３８８ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 387: ...tly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability 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 under inflation has not reached the level...

Page 388: ...unction indicator is provided by a separate telltale which displays the symbol TPMS when illuminated 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 functionin...

Page 389: ...nment Canada at the time they are manufactured Your vehicle has a positive crankcase ventilation system This keeps gasses that build up in the engine s crankcase from going into the atmosphere The positive crankcase ventilation valve routes them from the crankcase back to the intake manifold They are then drawn into the engine and burned As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank an evaporative emiss...

Page 390: ...icle The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of your vehicle Read your warranty manual for more informa tion The PGM FI system uses sequential multiport fuel injection It has three subsystems air intake engine control and fuel control The powertrain control module PCM in automatic transmission vehicles or the engine control module ECM in manual transmission v...

Page 391: ...The three way catalytic converter must operate at a high temperature for the chemical reactions to take place It can set on fire any combustible materials that come near it Park your vehicle away from high grass dry leaves or other flammables A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution and can impair your engine s per formance Follow these guidelines to protect your vehi...

Page 392: ...adiness codes are not set you will be requested to return at a later date to complete the test If you must get the vehicle retested within the next two or three days you can condition the vehicle for retesting by doing the following Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 6 hours or more Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40 and 95 F 4 and 35 C Keep the vehicle in P...

Page 393: ...continuous 90 seconds because of traffic conditions drive for at least 30 seconds then repeat it two more times for a total of 90 seconds If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set see your dealer Then drive in city suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes When traffic conditions allow let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or th...

Page 394: ...nformation 392 Warranty Coverages 393 Reporting Safety Defects U S vehicles 394 Authorized Manuals 395 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty and Customer Relations 391 ０８０６１１１９２５４７３１ＴＥ０６１００３９６ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

Page 395: ...ber see page Name and address of the dealer who services your vehicle Date of purchase Mileage on your vehicle Your name address and telephone number A detailed description of the problem Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you In Puerto Rico and the U S Virgin Islands 374 Customer Service Information 392 American Honda Motor Co Inc Automobile Customer Service Mail Stop 500 2N 7A 1919 Torra...

Page 396: ...e type of accessory and other factors Please read your warranty booklet for details all exterior body panels are covered for rust through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties Please read the 2009 Honda warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on warranty coverages Your v...

Page 397: ...p of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or American Honda Motor Co Inc To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information abo...

Page 398: ... the replacement of damaged body parts Authorized Manuals Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals Service Manual Electrical Troubleshooting Manual Body Repair Manual U S only Authorized Manuals 395 Form Description 2009 Honda Accord 2 4 door L4 Service Manual Base Book 2009 Honda Accord 2 4 door V6 Service Manual Supplement 2009 Honda 2 4 Door L4 V6 Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 2008 Honda 2 4 d...

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Page 400: ...ft Lever Positions 274 Shift Lock Release 276 Auxiliary Input Jack 199 Capacities Chart 376 378 Carbon Monoxide Hazard 51 Carrying Cargo 261 Battery Charging System Indicator 56 361 Jump Starting 356 Maintenance 343 Specifications 377 379 Before Driving 247 Belts Seat 8 17 Beverage Holders 112 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 217 Booster Seats 48 Brakes Anti lock System ABS 280 Break in New Linings 248 Bul...

Page 401: ...hen to 297 Charging System Indicator 56 361 Check Fuel Cap Message 251 Checklist Before Driving 268 Child Safety 33 Booster Seats 48 Child Seats 40 41 Important Safety Reminders 33 50 Infants 38 Larger Children 47 LATCH 42 Risks with Airbags 34 Small Children 39 Tether 46 Warning Labels 52 Where Should a Child Sit 34 Child Seats 33 LATCH 42 Tether Anchorage Points 46 Cleaning the Seat Belts 330 Cl...

Page 402: ... Lamp 362 Oil Life Indicator 297 Oil Pressure Indicator 361 Oil What Kind to Use 306 Overheating 359 Specifications 376 378 Speed Limiter 272 276 Starting 269 Engine Speed Limiter 272 276 Ethanol in Gasoline 248 Evaporative Emissions Controls 386 Exhaust Fumes 51 Expectant Mothers Use of Seat Belts by 15 Fan Interior 123 130 Features 121 Filling the Fuel Tank 249 Filters Dust and Pollen 331 Oil 30...

Page 403: ...zer System 78 Important Safety Precautions 6 Fuel Economy 256 Fuel Economy ECO Indicator 59 Fuses Checking the 364 Halogen Headlight Bulbs 321 HandsFreeLink 217 Hazard Warning Flashers 74 Headlights 70 Aiming 321 Automatic Lighting Off 72 Automatic Lighting On 71 Daytime Running Lights 72 High Beam Indicator 60 Reminder Chime 70 Replacing Halogen Bulbs 321 328 Turning on 70 Head Restraints 13 96 H...

Page 404: ...y Immobilizer System 58 Lights On 60 Low Fuel 60 Low Oil Pressure 56 361 Low Tire Pressure 59 Maintenance Minder 61 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 362 Security System 61 Side Airbag Off 57 Seat Belt 56 SRS 57 TPMS 59 Turn Signal and Hazard Warning 58 VSA Activation 62 VSA System 62 Washer Level 60 Indicators Instrument Panel 56 Infant Restraint 38 Infant Seats 38 Tether Anchorage Points 46 Inflation P...

Page 405: ...d Refueling Vapor Recovery 386 Outside Mirrors 102 Outside Temperature Indicator 66 Overheating Engine 359 Owner s Maintenance Checks 302 Oxygenated Fuels 248 Panel Brightness Control 73 Park Gear Position 274 Parking 278 Parking Brake 110 Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator 57 363 Parking Lights 70 Parking Over Things that Burn 388 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator 30 PGM FI System 387 Pollen F...

Page 406: ...6 Remote Transmitter 87 Replacement Information Engine Oil and Filter 308 Fuses 364 Light Bulbs 321 Schedule 297 Timing Belt 320 Tires 340 Wiper Blades 332 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash 20 Reserve Tank Engine Coolant 255 310 Restraint Child 33 Reverse Gear Position 274 Reverse Lockout 272 Rotation Tire 339 Safety Belts 8 17 Safety Defects Reporting 394 Safety Features 7 Airbags 9 Seat Belts 8...

Page 407: ...m 135 Spare Tire Inflating 348 Specifications 377 379 Spark Plugs 376 378 Specifications 376 378 Speed Control 210 Speed Limiter 272 276 Speedometer 63 SRS Additional Information 21 Additional Safety Precautions 31 Airbag Service 31 Airbag System Components 21 How the Passenger Airbag Off Indicator Works 30 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works 29 How the SRS Indicator Works 29 How Your Front Ai...

Page 408: ...fications 377 379 Tools Tire Changing 349 Towing A Trailer 287 Emergency Wrecker 371 Weight Limit 287 Transmission Checking Fluid Level Automatic 313 Checking Fluid Level Manual 315 316 Fluid Selection 314 315 317 Identification Number 375 Shifting the Automatic 273 Shifting the Manual 270 Treadwear 337 Trip Meter 65 Trunk 90 Emergency Opener 91 Opening the 90 Open Indicator 61 Turn Signals 70 Van...

Page 409: ...pact Spare 348 Wrench Nut 350 Windows Auto Reverse 105 Operating the Power 104 Rear Defogger 75 Windshield Cleaning 69 Defroster 126 131 Washers 69 Wipers Windshield Changing Blades 332 Operation 69 Worn Tires 337 Wrecker Emergency Towing 371 XM Satellite Radio 144 174 U S only Index X X ０８０６１１１９２７３２３１ＴＥ０６１００４１１ 2009 Accord Coupe ...

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Page 411: ... including filter Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred or an SAE 10W 30 or 10W 40 motor oil as a temporary replacement see page Honda Genuine ATF Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid see page 4 5 US qt 4 3 18 5 US gal 70 0 Front Rear Front Rear 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm 2 0 US qt 1 9 Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred or another brand of power ...

Page 412: ...ght however to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatsoever Owner s Identification POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN AVIS IMPORTANT Si vous avez besoin d un Manuel du Conducteur en français veuillez demander à votre concessionnaire de commander le numéro de pièce 33TE0C10 OWNER ADDRESS V I N DELIVERY DATE DEALER NAME DEALER NO ADDRES...

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