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Capacities Chart

384

386

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Carbon Monoxide Hazard

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Carrying Cargo

273

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CAUTION, Explanation of

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Accessories

271

ACCESSORY

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(Ignition Key Position)

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Accessory Power Sockets

111

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Active Head Restraints

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Additives, Engine Oil

317

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Advanced Airbags

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Airbag (SRS)

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Airbag System Components

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Air Conditioning System

120

125

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Usage

123

126

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Air Pressure, Tires

343

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Antifreeze

320

Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

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Indicator

291

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Operation

291

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Anti-theft, Audio System

213

Anti-theft Steering Column Lock .

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Audio System

133

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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking

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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .

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Automatic Speed Control

223

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Automatic Transmission

284

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Capacity, Fluid

384

386

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Shifting

284

Shift Lever Position

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Indicators

284

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Shift Lever Positions

284

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Shift Lock Release

287

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Auxiliary Input Jack

212

Battery

Charging System

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Indicator

369

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Jump Starting

364

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Maintenance

351

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Specifications

385

387

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Before Driving

259

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Belts, Seat

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Beverage Holders

111

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Bluetooth HandsFreeLink

231

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Booster Seats

Brakes

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Anti-lock System (ABS)

291

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Break-in, New Linings

260

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Bulb Replacement

334

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Fluid

326

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Parking

109

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System Indicator

371

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Wear Indicators

290

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Braking System

290

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Break-in, New Vehicle

260

Brightness Control, Instruments .

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Brights, Headlights

Bulb Replacement

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Back-up Lights

334

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Brake Lights

334

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Fog Lights

336

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Front Parking Lights

332

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Headlights

329

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High-mount Brake Light

335

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Rear Lights

334

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Specifications

385

387

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Turn Signal Lights

332

334

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Bulbs, Halogen

329

336

Index

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2008 Accord Sedan

Summary of Contents for 2008 Accord

Page 1: ... you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights and responsibilities One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to read this manual In it you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items Afterwards keep this owner s manual in your vehicle so you can refer to it at any time As you read this manual you will find information that is precede...

Page 2: ...ice related devices that record information about powertrain performance The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes but it remains confidential Introduction WARNING This vehicle is equipped with one or more devices commonly referred to as event data ...

Page 3: ...ntire book is filled with important safety information please read it carefully Your safety and the safety of others is very important And operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility Of course it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle You must use your own good judgement on the vehicle Safety Messages Sa...

Page 4: ...nk and other convenience items 119 Before Driving fuel vehicle break in and cargo loading 259 Driving engine and transmission operation 279 Maintenance minder fluid checking minor services and vehicle storage 305 Taking Care of the Unexpected flat tire dead battery overheating and fuses 355 Technical Information vehicle specifications tires and emissions controls 381 Warranty and Customer Relation...

Page 5: ...nts How to operate the climate control system the audio system and other convenience features What gasoline to use how to break in your new vehicle and how to load luggage and other cargo The proper way to start the engine shift the transmission and park plus what you need to know if you re planning to tow a trailer The maintenance minder shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer ...

Page 6: ...BAG POWER WINDOW SWITCHES MANUAL TRANSMISSION AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION P 214 P 219 P 282 P 284 AUXILIARY INPUT JACK P 212 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 264 TRUNK RELEASE LEVER FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE LEVER P 90 ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS P 111 HOMELINK BUTTONS P 9 23 P 261 P 9 23 HEATING COOLING CONTROLS P 120 CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM P 125 AUDIO SYSTEM P 133 U S EX L V6 model without navigation system is shown P...

Page 7: ... REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST VSA SYSTEM OFF SWITCH STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS P 75 NAVIGATION SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS P 30 HAZARD WARNING BUTTON WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS P 68 P 174 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR P 73 REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER P 74 INTERFACE DIAL CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS SEAT HEATER SWITCHES P 100 P 211 P 294 P 231 P 223 BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK VOICE CONTROL BUTTO...

Page 8: ...r Front Airbags 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 ...

Page 9: ...r current conditions regardless of the maximum speed posted Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous To reduce the possibility of such problems check your tire pressures and condition frequently and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance see page While airbags can save lives they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants who sit too close to them or are ...

Page 10: ...eatures 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 7 10 8 3 4 9 1 4 9 11 8 2 6 7 5 2 1 Safety Cage 2 ...

Page 11: ... 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 wearin...

Page 12: ...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 or front impact see page for more information on how your side curtain ai...

Page 13: ...vent all injuries or deaths that can occur in a severe crash even when seat belts are properly worn and the airbags deploy They are designed to supplement the seat belts 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: ...ed Locking 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 t...

Page 15: ... may help 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 adjusting the seat you can adjust the steering wheel up and down and in and out see page Once your seat is adjusted correctly rock it back and forth to make sure the seat is locked in position S...

Page 16: ...back and page for the power adjustable seat back Have passengers adjust their head restraints properly as well Taller persons should adjust their restraint as high as possible See page for how to adjust the head restraints and how the driver s and front passenger s active head restraints work 93 92 95 Protecting Adults and Teens Adjust the Head Restraints 4 Driver and Passenger Safety 13 Improperl...

Page 17: ...art of the belt as low as possible across your hips then pull up on the shoulder part of the belt so the lap part fits snugly This lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal injuries If necessary pull up on the belt again to remove any slack then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder Protecting Adults and Te...

Page 18: ... the belt as soon as possible The front seats have adjustable seat belt anchors To adjust the height of an anchor press and hold the release button and slide the anchor up or down as needed it has four positions 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 ...

Page 19: ...to protect yourself and your unborn child 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 In addition an occupant who is out of position in the front seat can be seriously or fatally injured in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by an inflating front airbag Protecting Adults and Te...

Page 20: ...ulder part of a seat belt can reduce the protective capability of the belt and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash 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 Protecting Adults and Teens Keep your hands and arms away from the airbag covers Do not attach or place...

Page 21: ...itch is turned to the ON II position This system monitors 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 This system uses the same sensors as the front airbags to monitor whether the...

Page 22: ... 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 The seat belts in all positions except the driver s have a lockable retractor that must be activated to secure a child seat see page All seat belts have an emergency locking retractor In normal driving the retractor lets you move fre...

Page 23: ...ssible The tensioners are designed to activate in any collision severe enough to cause the front airbags to deploy The tensioners can also be activated during a collision in which the front airbags In this case the airbags would not be needed but the additional restraint could be helpful When the tensioners are activated the seat belts will remain tight until they are unbuckled If a side airbag or...

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 ０７０６１...

Page 25: ...rbag system includes Two side airbags one for the driver and one for a front passenger The airbags are stored in the outer edges of the seat backs Both are marked SIDE AIRBAG see page Two SRS supplemental restraint system front airbags The driver s airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel the front passenger s airbag is stored in the dashboard Both are marked SRS AIRBAG see page Two si...

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 dashboard that alerts you that the pas...

Page 27: ... second stage will ignite a split second later This provides longer airbag inflation time with a little less force After a crash you may see what looks like smoke This is actually 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 inf...

Page 28: ...ct the occupant is wearing a seat belt or not If the occupant s belt is the airbag will deploy at a slightly lower threshold because the occupant would need extra protection If the occupant s belt is the airbag will inflate at a slightly higher threshold when the airbag would be needed to supplement the protection provided by the seat belt The driver s advanced front airbag system includes a seat ...

Page 29: ...is no passenger in the front seat the airbag will be off However the passenger airbag off indicator will not come on 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 sensors detect the weight of an infant or small child up to about 65 lbs or 29 kg the system will automatically turn the...

Page 30: ...rol unit to instantly inflate either the driver s or the passenger s side airbag and activate the seat belt tensioner on the affected side Although Honda does not encourage children to ride in front if the position sensors detect a child has leaned into the side airbag s deployment path the airbag will shut off The side airbag may also shut off if a short adult leans sideways or a larger adult slo...

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: ... comes on briefly then goes off This tells you the system is working properly If the indicator comes on at any other time or does not come on at all you should have the system checked by your dealer For example If the SRS indicator does not come on after you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position If the indicator comes on or flashes on and off while you drive If the indicator stays on afte...

Page 33: ...e rear as possible and have the passenger sit upright and wear the seat belt properly This indicator alerts you that the passenger s front airbag has been shut off because weight sensors detect about 65 lbs 29 kg or less the weight of an infant or small child on the front passenger s seat It does there is a problem with the airbag If no weight is detected on the front seat the airbag will be autom...

Page 34: ... 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 yourself This must be done by an authorized dealer or a knowledgeable body...

Page 35: ...s ineffective If it is necessary to remove or modify a front seat to accommodate a person with disabilities first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at 800 999 1009 Additional Information About Your Airbags Do not cover or replace front seat back covers without consulting your dealer Do not remove or modify a front seat without consulting your dealer 32 ０７０６１５１１１２５５３１ＴＡ０６００００３７ 2008 ...

Page 36: ... pages Children depend on adults to protect them However despite their best intentions many adults do not know how to protect child passengers 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...

Page 37: ...g front airbag when they ride in the back The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children aged 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat Some states have laws restricting where children may ride Even though your vehicle has an advanced front airbag system that automatically turns the passenger s front airbag off see page please follow th...

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 SUN VISOR SUN VISOR DASHBOARD ０７０６１５１１１３２４３１ＴＡ０６００００４０ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 39: ...eat belt is properly positioned and secured see page If a child requires close physical attention or frequent visual contact we strongly recommend that another adult ride with the child in a back seat The back seat is far safer for a child than the front If you are not wearing a seat belt in a crash you could be thrown forward and crush the child against the dashboard or a seat back If you are wea...

Page 40: ...each your children not to play in or around vehicles Know how to operate the emergency trunk opener and decide if your children should be shown how to use this feature see page Even very young children learn how to unlock vehicle doors turn on the ignition switch and open the trunk which can lead to accidental injury or death 45 44 86 91 Protecting Children General Guidelines Make sure any unused ...

Page 41: ... used a seat designed exclusively for infants or a convertible seat used in the rear facing reclining mode If placed facing forward an infant could be very seriously injured during a frontal collision Only a rear facing child seat provides proper support for a baby s head neck and back An infant must be properly restrained in a rear facing reclining child seat until the child reaches the seat make...

Page 42: ...tly 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 A child who is at least one year old and who fits within the child seat maker s weight and height limits should be restrained in a forward facing upright child seat Protecting Infants and Small Children Placing a forward facing child seat in t...

Page 43: ...e built into the two outer seating positions in the back seat 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 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 point Some LATCH compatible seats have a rigid type connector as shown ...

Page 46: ...ctor as shown above Lift the head restraint see page then route the tether strap through 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 4 5 6 7 95 Installing a Child Seat Driver and Passenger Safety 43 Flexible type TETHER STRAP HOOK ANCHOR ０７０...

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: ...route the seat belt and let the belt fully retract Push and pull the child seat forward and from side to side to verify that it is secure enough to stay upright during normal driving maneuvers If the child seat is not secure unlatch the belt allow it to retract fully then repeat these steps 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: ...ild seat see page lift the head restraint then route the tether strap through the head restraint legs Tighten the strap according to the seat maker s instructions Lift the anchor cover then attach the tether strap hook to the anchor making sure the strap is not twisted 1 2 3 44 Installing a Child Seat with a Tether Installing a Child Seat Using an Anchor 46 TETHER ANCHORAGE POINTS ANCHOR ANCHOR TE...

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 Protecting Larger Children Checking Seat Belt Fit 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: ...them properly without the booster 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 select make sure the booster seat meets federal safety standards see page and th...

Page 52: ...e 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat If the passenger s front airbag inflates 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 co...

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 P...

Page 54: ... the underside With the trunk open airflow can pull exhaust gas into your vehicle s interior and create a hazardous condition If you must drive with the trunk open open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system climate control system as shown below Select the fresh air mode Select the mode Turn the fan on high speed Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting If you must sit ...

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 Canadian models Canadian models U S models Canadian models U S models only U S models Safety Labels 52 SUN VISOR DASHBOARD HOOD DOORJAMBS RADIATOR CAP ０７０６１５１１１５５５３１ＴＡ０６００００５７ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 56: ...dow Defogger 74 Steering Wheel Adjustments 75 Keys and Locks 76 Immobilizer System 77 Ignition Switch 78 Door Locks 79 Auto Door Locking Unlocking 80 Childproof Door Locks 86 Remote Transmitter 86 Trunk 90 Emergency Trunk Opener 91 Seats 92 Front Seat Power Adjustments 92 Front Seat Manual Adjustments 93 Driver s Seat Manual Height Adjustment 94 Head Restraints 94 Folding Rear Seat 97 Seat Heaters...

Page 57: ...TRANSMISSION INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS P 55 P 63 P 102 P 79 P 103 P 90 P 120 P 125 MOONROOF SWITCH P 107 FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE LEVER COMPASS P 133 GAUGES AUDIO SYSTEM P 214 P 219 P 282 P 284 AUXILIARY INPUT JACK P 212 HOOD RELEASE HANDLE P 264 ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETS P 111 HOMELINK BUTTONS P 226 P 261 U S EX L V6 model without navigation system is shown ０７０６１５１１１６０７３１ＴＡ０６００００５９ 2008 Acco...

Page 58: ... AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR P 62 P 62 P 61 P 61 P 61 SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR P 57 P 57 P 58 P 62 P 60 PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR CRUISE CONTROL MAIN INDICATOR P 62 MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR P 61 P 56 P 60 FOG LIGHT INDICATOR VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST VSA...

Page 59: ...driving the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals For more information see page This indicator comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position It reminds you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts A beeper also sounds if you have not fastened your seat belt If you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position before fastening your seat b...

Page 60: ...ds if you drive with the parking brake not fully released Driving with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires If it remains lit after you fully release the parking brake while the engine is running 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 swit...

Page 61: ...cator on your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti lock function For more information see page This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position This indicator has three functions 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...

Page 62: ...ormation see 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 Tak...

Page 63: ...n the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY I or the LOCK 0 position without turning off the light switch this indicator will remain on A reminder chime will also sound when you open the driver s door This indicator will also come on when the light switch is in AUTO and the lights turn on automatically All the indicators in the monitor come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ...

Page 64: ...r dealer This indicator comes on when the security system is set See page for more information on the security system This indicator comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon When the indicator comes on there is about 2 8 U S gal 10 5 of fuel remaining in the tank before the needle reaches E There is a small reserve of fuel remaining in the tank when the needle does reach E 69 71 217 If equ...

Page 65: ...rmation on operating the cruise control This indicator comes on when you turn on the fog lights For more information see page This indicator comes on briefly when you turn the 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 T...

Page 66: ...trols 63 SELECT RESET KNOB TRIP METER ODOMETER CHECK FUEL CAP MESSAGE TACHOMETER TEMPERATURE GAUGE SPEEDOMETER FUEL GAUGE U S model is shown INFORMATION DISPLAY OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR ０７０６１５１１１７２８３１ＴＡ０６００００６８ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 67: ...ation 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 what you last selected is displayed Gauges Odometer Information Display 64 INFORMATION DISPLAY TRIP METER A TRIP METER B ENGINE OIL LIFE OUTSIDE TEMPER...

Page 68: ...splay then press and hold the select reset knob for 10 seconds The following sequence will appear for 1 second each 0 1 2 3 4 5 5 4 3 2 1 0 U S or 0 1 2 3 3 2 1 0 Canada When the temperature reaches the desired value release the select reset knob You should see the new outside temperature displayed In certain weather conditions temperature readings near freezing 32 F 0 C could mean that ice is for...

Page 69: ...n off the ignition 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 The information display in the instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the ON II position This information helps to keep you aware of the periodic mainten...

Page 70: ...IST VSA SYSTEM OFF SWITCH REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HORN P 100 P 74 HAZARD WARNING BUTTON P 69 72 P 75 P 72 PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR P 30 P 73 INTERFACE DIAL P 74 REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HEADLIGHT TURN SIGNALS FOG LIGHTS WINDSHIELD WIPERS WASHERS CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENTS SEAT HEATER SWITCHES NAVIGATION SYSTEM VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS P 68 P 211 P 294 P 231 P 223 BLUETOOTH HANDS...

Page 71: ...rtest delay position the wipers change to low speed operation when the vehicle speed exceeds 12 mph 20km h The length of the wipe interval is varied automatically according to vehicle s speed Pull the wiper control lever toward you and hold it The washers spray until you release the lever The wipers run at low speed then complete one more sweep after you release the lever 1 2 3 4 5 6 MIST OFF LO H...

Page 72: ...ush the left lever forward until you hear a click The blue high beam indicator will come on see page Pull it back to return to low beams To flash the high beams pull the lever back lightly then release it The high beams stay on as long as you hold the lever back If equipped Turning the switch to the position turns on the parking lights taillights instrument panel lights side marker lights and rear...

Page 73: ...u turn off the ignition switch They will turn off automatically when you remove the key and open the driver s door To turn them on again either turn the ignition switch to the ON II position or turn the light switch to the position To turn on automatic lighting turn the light switch to AUTO at any time The lights will come on automatically when the outside light level becomes low at dusk for examp...

Page 74: ...e switch is in the AUTO position If you unlock the door but do not open it within 15 seconds the lights will go off With the driver s door open you will hear a lights on reminder chime The lights will turn on again when you unlock or open the driver s door The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch With the headlight switch off or in the position the high beam ...

Page 75: ...dlight switch You can use the fog lights only when the headlights are on low beam With 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 U S V6 models and Canadian EX L V6 model Fog Lights Instrument Panel Brightness Fog Lights Instrument Pane...

Page 76: ...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 switch to the ON I...

Page 77: ...ve to turn the defogger 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 102 On vehicles with automatic air condition...

Page 78: ... position Make sure you have securely locked the 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 1 2 3 4 Steering Wheel Adjustments Instruments and Controls 75 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 wh...

Page 79: ...se only Honda approved key blanks These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the immobilizer system They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged Protect the keys from direct sunlight high temperature and high humidity Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them Keep the keys away from liquids If they get wet dry them immediately with a soft cloth The v...

Page 80: ... 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 including interferen...

Page 81: ...the anti theft 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 ACC...

Page 82: ... the front of the master door lock switch on either front door pull the lock tab rearward on the driver s door or use the key on the outside lock on the driver s door Pushing the rear of either master door lock switch will unlock all doors Pushing forward the lock tab on the driver s door unlocks only that door To lock any passenger s door when getting out of the vehicle pull the lock tab rearward...

Page 83: ...tings The auto door locking is deactivated all the time The doors lock whenever you move the shift lever out of the Park P position A T vehicles The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches 9 mph 15 km h Your vehicle has customizable settings for the doors to automatically lock and unlock There are default settings for each of these features You can turn off or change the settings for these featu...

Page 84: ... door lock switch on the driver s door until you hear a click after about 5 seconds 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 Door Locks To program the Park Lock mode To turn off the Auto Door Lock mode...

Page 85: ...ter door lock 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 t...

Page 86: ...n 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 All doors unlock when you move the shift lever to the Park P position A T vehicles 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 All doors unlock whenever you turn the ign...

Page 87: ...bout 5 seconds to activate 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 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 Make sure the shift lever is in the Park P position A T vehicles Turn the ig...

Page 88: ...Push and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on 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 though your vehicle s battery is removed or goes dead the system keeps the auto door lock unlock setting which you selected 4 5 6 3 On A T vehicles all doors unlock feature driver s door ...

Page 89: ...s in the ignition switch Press this button once to unlock the driver s door Push it twice to unlock the remaining doors Some exterior lights will flash twice each time you press the button The ceiling light and the door activated spotlights if equipped come on when you press the UNLOCK button if the lights are in the door activated position If you do not open any door within 30 seconds the light s...

Page 90: ...pen the trunk if the key is in the ignition switch You can also open all power windows and the moonroof if equipped from outside the vehicle with the remote transmitter see page Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid If you lose a transmitter the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer 105...

Page 91: ... the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips head screwdriver Separate the transmitter by prying its middle seam with your fingernail Inside the transmitter separate the inner cover from the keypad by releasing the two tabs on the cover 1 2 3 Remote Transmitter Replacing the Transmitter Battery 88 SCREW BATTERY TAB ０７０６１５１１２０４６３１ＴＡ０６００００９３ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 92: ... interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS 210 Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device m...

Page 93: ... trunk lid You can open the trunk in two ways Pull up on the trunk release lever to the left of the driver s 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 1 2 51 99 Trunk Carbon Monoxide Hazard 90 Pull TRUNK RELEASE LEVER MAST...

Page 94: ...how 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 to the direction pointed by an arrow 37 Trunk Emergency Trunk Opener Instruments and Controls 91 ０７０６１５１１２１０７３１ＴＡ０６００００９６ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 95: ... or lowers the seat Driver s seat only Moves the front of the seat up or down Driver s seat only 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 Driver s seat only 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 properl...

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 ０７０６１５１１...

Page 97: ...ngers from whiplash and other injuries 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 See page for important safety information and a warning about improperly positioning head restraints LX model 13 Driver s Seat Manual Height Adjustment Head Restraints Seats 94 ０７０６ ...

Page 98: ...hen reinstalling a head restraint put the legs back in place Then adjust it to the appropriate height while pressing the release button Make sure the head restraint locks in position when you reinstall it CONTINUED Seats Adjusting the Head Restraint Removing the Head Restraint Instruments and Controls 95 LEGS CUSHION RELEASE BUTTON Front CUSHION Rear Center SEAT BACK SEAT BACK LEGS RELEASE BUTTON ...

Page 99: ...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 100: ...e trunk Remove any items from the seat before you fold down the seat back Make sure the rear seat armrest is stored 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 CONTINUED Folding Rear Seat Seats Instruments and Controls 97 Pull GUIDE RELEASE ０７０６１５１１２１５８３１...

Page 101: ...ke sure all items in the trunk or 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 To use the console lid as an armrest slide it to one of its three positions If the rear head restraints get caught on the front seat backs and you cannot fold down the rear seat back fully you can remove the head res...

Page 102: ...kwise Make sure all items in the trunk and those extending through the pass through are secured The trunk pass through cover can be opened from inside the vehicle it folds down onto the center armrest Open the cover by sliding the knob downward and pulling on the cover To close the cover swing it up and push firmly on the top Make sure it latches properly 51 Seats Trunk Pass through Cover Carbon M...

Page 103: ...g the heater turns 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 i...

Page 104: ...and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving The inside mirror has day and night positions The 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 LX LX P EX and EX V6 EX L and EX L V6 Mirrors Instruments and Controls 101 AUTO BUTTON INDICATOR S...

Page 105: ... remove fog and frost With the ignition switch in the ON II position turn on the heaters 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 1 3 2 4 All Canadian models U S EX EX L EX V6 and EX L V6 Mirrors Power Mirror Heaters Adjusting the Power Mirrors 102 SEL...

Page 106: ... the way down pull back on the window switch briefly To close either front window fully driver s window only on LX 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 CONTINUED AUTO Power Windows Instruments and Controls 103 MAIN SWITCH DRIVER S WINDO...

Page 107: ... in the vehicle so they do not injure themselves by operating the windows unintentionally To cancel this feature push on the switch again The switch will pop out and the indicator will go off The windows and the main switch feature will operate for up to 10 minutes after you turn off the ignition switch Opening either front door cancels this function The indicators inside the window switches come ...

Page 108: ...door You can open all of the windows and the moonroof if equipped from the outside with the remote transmitter To open the windows and moonroof further press the button again within 10 seconds of step 1 and hold it If the windows and the moonroof stop before the desired position repeat steps 1 and 2 You cannot close the windows or the moonroof with the remote transmitter 1 2 3 1 2 CONTINUED Power ...

Page 109: ... to close To stop the windows and the moonroof release the key To close the windows and the moonroof further turn and hold the key again within 10 seconds of step 2 To open the windows and the moonroof further turn and hold the key again within 10 seconds of step 2 NOTE If the windows and the moonroof stop before the desired position repeat steps 2 and 3 NOTE If the windows and the moonroof stop b...

Page 110: ...ilting 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 front ceiling to oper...

Page 111: ...ll passengers and objects are away from the moonroof before closing it If the moonroof runs into any obstacle while it is closing automatically it will reverse direction and then stop To close the moonroof remove the obstacle then use the moonroof switch again 105 Moonroof Operating the Moonroof with the Remote Transmitter or the Key Auto Reverse 108 If you try to open the moonroof in below freezi...

Page 112: ...instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released see page 57 Parking Brake Instruments and Controls 109 PARKING BRAKE LEVER Driving the vehicle with the parking brake applied can damage the rear brakes and axles A beeper will sound if the vehicle is driven with the parking brake on ０７０６１５１１２３２３３１ＴＡ０６０００１１４ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 113: ...R ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET VANITY MIRROR SUN VISOR TRUNK CENTER POCKETS AUXILIARY INPUT JACK COAT HOOK BEVERAGE HOLDER in REAR SEAT ARMREST BEVERAGE HOLDER ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET CONSOLE COMPARTMENT DOOR POCKET ０７０６１５１１２３２８３１ＴＡ０６０００１１５ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 114: ...st be in the ACCESSORY I or ON II position Be careful when you are using the beverage holders A spilled liquid that is very hot can scald you or your passengers Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery carpeting and electrical components in the interior Open the front beverage holder by pulling up on the lid CONTINUED Interior Convenience Items Beverage Holders Accessory Power Sockets Instruments...

Page 115: ...ket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less 10 amps 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 Except LX Console Compartment Interior Convenience Items 112 CONSOLE COMPARTMENT CONSOLE COMPARTMENT LEVER DETACHAB...

Page 116: ... will unlatch and swing down To close it push it until it latches Make sure the holder is closed while you are driving CONTINUED Sunglasses Holder Glove Box Interior Convenience Items Instruments and Controls 113 GLOVE BOX To lock Push 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 drivin...

Page 117: ... the sun visor pull it down When using the sun visor for the side window remove the support rod from the clip and swing it out In this position the sun visor can be adjusted by moving it on its slider Do not use the extended sun visor over the inside mirror Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you are getting into or out of the vehicle Interior Convenience Items Sun Visors 114 SUN VI...

Page 118: ...coat hook slide it out slightly then pull it down Make sure the coat hook is folded up when you are not using it This hook is not designed for large or heavy items Pull up the lid to open each pocket Interior Convenience Items Vanity Mirror Coat Hook Center Pocket Instruments and Controls 115 ０７０６１５１１２４０８３１ＴＡ０６０００１２０ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 119: ... ignition switch If you do not open a door the light stays on then fades out in about 30 seconds Turn on a spotlight by pushing the lens Push the lens again to turn it off You can use the spotlights at all times If you leave any door open without the key in the ignition switch the ceiling light will go off after about 15 minutes Unlock the driver s door with the key or remote transmitter Open any ...

Page 120: ...the remote transmitter and when you remove the key from the ignition switch The courtesy light in each front door comes on when the door is opened and goes out when the door is closed Your vehicle also has a courtesy light in the ignition switch This light comes on when you open the driver s door It fades out in about 30 seconds after the door is closed CONTINUED Except LX and LX P Interior Lights...

Page 121: ...on when you turn the 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 P Interior Lights 118 ０７０６１５１１２４２６３１ＴＡ０６０００１２３ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 122: ... Disc Player Error Messages 148 Audio System 149 Playing the FM AM Radio 150 Playing the XM Satellite Radio 157 Playing Discs 163 Disc Changer Error Messages 173 Audio System 174 Playing the FM AM Radio 175 Playing the XM Satellite Radio 187 Playing Discs 194 Disc Changer Error Messages 205 Protecting Your Discs 206 FM AM Radio Reception 209 Remote Audio Controls 211 Auxiliary Input Jack 212 Radio...

Page 123: ... EX V6 120 MODE CONTROL BUTTONS FAN CONTROL DIAL RECIRCULATION BUTTON TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL MAX A C BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING A C BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER HEATED MIRRORS BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER ０７０６１５１１２４３５３１ＴＡ０６０００１２５ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 124: ...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 125: ...usts 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 126: ...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 127: ... 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 128: ...NDITIONING BUTTON FRONT PASSENGER 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 TEMPE...

Page 129: ...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 130: ...avigation s global positioning system GPS For example if the driver s side of the vehicle is getting too much sun the system will adjust to a lower temperature 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...

Page 131: ...of 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 132: ... 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 133: ...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 EX L V6 Dual Temperature Control Temperature Control 130 DUAL BUTTON DUAL BUTTON Without navigation system With navigation system PASSENGER S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH DRIVER S SIDE TEMPERATU...

Page 134: ...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 131 DRIVER S SIDE PASSENGER S SIDE ０７０６１５１１２６２９３１ＴＡ０６０００１３６ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 135: ...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 132 SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR ０７０６１５１１２６３４３１ＴＡ０６０００１３７ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 136: ...s through On EX and EX V6 models and EX L and EX L V6 models without navigation system see pages through On LX model including LX P see pages through 149 173 174 205 148 134 Audio System Features 133 With navigation system EX and EX V6 models EX L and EX L V6 models without navigation system LX and LX P models ０７０６２８１００８３２３１ＴＡ０６０００１３８ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 137: ... AM Radio LX model 134 SCAN BUTTON FOLDER BAR POWER VOLUME KNOB FM BUTTON AM BUTTON TUNE SOUND KNOB SKIP BUTTONS PRESET BUTTONS TITLE BUTTON A SEL AUTO SELECT BUTTON ０７０６１５１１２６５２３１ＴＡ０６０００１３９ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 138: ...ne the radio to a desired frequency Turn the knob to the right to tune to a higher frequency and turn it to the left to tune to a lower frequency The skip function searches up and down from the current frequency to find a station with a strong signal To activate it press either of the SKIP buttons or then release it The scan function samples all stations with strong signals on the selected band To...

Page 139: ...Pick a preset button 1 6 and hold it until you hear a beep Use the tune skip scan or RDS function to tune the radio to a desired station Press the A SEL button You will see A SEL flashing in the display and the system goes into scan mode for several seconds It stores the frequencies of six AM and twelve FM stations in the preset buttons You will see a 0 displayed after pressing a preset button if ...

Page 140: ...DS station the display continues to show the frequency with the PS name display function on To switch the function between on and off press and release the TITLE button With the system on you will see 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 When you turn off this function by pressing the TITLE button th...

Page 141: ... Traffic information INFO News information sport talk foreign language personality public college and weather JAZZ Jazz CLASSIC Classical music RELIGION Religion music and religion talk 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 station in your favorite category To activat...

Page 142: ... 10 seconds If you do nothing the system will 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 button 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 You can use the RDS program search or scan function even if the PS name displ...

Page 143: ... and SVC HIGH Turn the TUNE 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 The SVC mode controls the volume based on vehicle speed The faster you go the louder the audio volume becomes As you slow down the audio volume decreases When the level reaches the center you will see C in the display Adjusts the bass Adj...

Page 144: ...s 141 DISC EJECT BUTTON SKIP BUTTONS CD BUTTON FOLDER BAR RPT RDM REPEAT RANDOM BAR A SEL AUTO SELECT BUTTON SCAN BUTTON TUNE SOUND KNOB LOAD INDICATOR POWER VOLUME KNOB TITLE BUTTON ０７０６１５１１２７４９３１ＴＡ０６０００１４６ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 145: ...hen playing a disc in MP3 you will see MP3 in the display In WMA format WMA will appear in the display You can select up to 99 folders or up to 255 tracks files Video CDs and DVD discs do not work in this unit You operate the disc player with the same controls used for the radio To select the disc player press the CD button You will see CD in the display NOTE If a file on an MP3 or WMA disc is pro...

Page 146: ...h 8 cm discs in this system The specifications of the compatible WMA file are Bit rate 32 40 48 64 80 96 128 160 192 kbps Maximum layers including ROOT 8 layers Compatible with variable bit rate and multi session Sampling frequency 32 44 1 48 kHz For information on how to handle and protect compact discs see page You can see the album artist and track name in the display If a disc is recorded in M...

Page 147: ...ess and release the SKIP button the player skips forward to the beginning of the next track file in MP3 or WMA mode Press and release the 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 press and hold the or SKIP button The display shows up to about 14 characters of selected text data the folder nam...

Page 148: ...display The system continuously replays the current folder Press the RPT side of the bar again to turn it off Pressing the RDM side of the bar or selecting a different folder with the FOLDER bar also turns off the repeat feature Each time you press and release the RPT side of the bar the mode changes from file repeat to folder repeat then to normal playing This feature plays the tracks within a di...

Page 149: ...er scan press the SCAN button twice You will see F SCAN in the display Pressing either of the SKIP buttons selecting a different folder with the FOLDER bar or pressing the SCAN button also turns off the folder scan Each time you press and release the SCAN button the mode changes from file scan to folder scan then to normal playing This feature when activated plays all files on the selected folder ...

Page 150: ...the disc when the ignition switch is off Press the eject button to remove the disc If you eject the disc but do not remove it from the slot the system will automatically reload the disc after 10 seconds and put it in pause mode To begin playing press the CD button To play the radio when a disc is playing press the AM or FM button Press the CD button again to switch back to the disc player 206 Prot...

Page 151: ...isc If the new disc plays there is a problem with the first disc If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it take your vehicle to a dealer Error Message Solution 207 Track File format not supported Mechanical Error Servo Error Current track will skipped The next supported track or file plays automatically Press the eject button and pull out the disc Check the disc for serious damage...

Page 152: ... knob switches 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 a clock sound adjusting or the compass if equipped press the MENU button with the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I or ON II position You can select the item by turning the selector knob To go back to the previous ...

Page 153: ...RESET BUTTONS 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 ０７０６１５１１２８５９３１ＴＡ０６０００１５５ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 154: ...n 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 samples all stations ...

Page 155: ...trong 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 goes ...

Page 156: ...he system on you will see 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 PS OFF CONTINUED Pla...

Page 157: ...or about 10 seconds You can use the search or scan function to find radio stations on the selected RDS category If you do nothing while the RDS category name is displayed the selected category is cancelled 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 st...

Page 158: ...ion 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 treble fader balance S...

Page 159: ...und Adjusts the treble Adjusts the strength of sound from the subwoofer speaker Adjusts the volume level based on the vehicle speed Each mode is shown in the display as it changes Turn the selector knob to adjust the setting to your liking When the level reaches the center you will see C in the display To return to the normal playing push the RETURN or MENU button after you stop adjusting a mode T...

Page 160: ...adio EX L and EXL V6 models without navigation system Features 157 CATEGORY BAR SKIP BAR XM RADIO BUTTON MENU BUTTON RETURN BUTTON SELECTOR KNOB SCAN BUTTON POWER VOLUME KNOB TITLE BUTTON ０７０６１５１１３００６３１ＴＡ０６０００１６２ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 161: ...reception It offers 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 t...

Page 162: ...select 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 chann...

Page 163: ...e a channel is 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 build...

Page 164: ...ny 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 south of you L...

Page 165: ...ner 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 number and ...

Page 166: ...E BUTTON FOLDER BAR SELECTOR 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 ０７０６１５１１３０５８３１ＴＡ０６０００１６８ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 167: ...ers including ROOT 8 layers The specifications of the compatible WMA file are Compatible with variable bit rate and multi session Maximum layers including ROOT 8 layers Sampling frequency 22 05 32 44 1 48 kHz Bit rate 48 64 80 96 128 160 192 kbps You operate the disc changer with the same controls used for the radio To select the disc changer press the CD AUX or CD button You will see CD in the di...

Page 168: ... 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 of the way You wil...

Page 169: ...s 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 keep...

Page 170: ...ckward 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 segments then turn th...

Page 171: ...he 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 agai...

Page 172: ...n 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 replays the current...

Page 173: ...l 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 ...

Page 174: ...he first track in 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 Press the eject button to remove the disc If you eject the disc but do not remove it from the slot the system will automatica...

Page 175: ...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 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 You ca...

Page 176: ...clear it take your vehicle to a dealer Cause Solution Error Message 207 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 deformation excessive s...

Page 177: ... left 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 Dia...

Page 178: ...ation system Features 175 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 ０７０６２８１００９４３３１ＴＡ０６０００１８０ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 179: ...t tuned to are shown on the display To change bands press the FM AM button You can also change bands by pushing the interface selector up Each time you push it up the band will change to FM1 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 ...

Page 180: ... on the screen 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 again or push the interface selector to the right again Each preset button...

Page 181: ...highlight A SEL then press ENTER on the interface selector You will see A SEL on the screen and the system goes into scan mode for several seconds press ENTER on the interface selector 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 t...

Page 182: ...tion provided by the radio data system RDS The program service name display function shows the name of the station you are listening to With the audio system on and the FM band selected you can turn this function on or off press the A SEL side of the bar This restores the presets you originally set For information on FM AM radio frequencies and reception see page 209 To turn off auto select Playin...

Page 183: ... AUDIO button 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...

Page 184: ...splay while 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 search or scan function to find radio stations on th...

Page 185: ... 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 push the selector knob to the right to select the SEEK SCAN icon displayed on the upper right of the screen Press and r...

Page 186: ...OTHING will be blinking for about 5 seconds then the system goes back to the last selected station While the RDS category is selected push the selector knob to the right to select the SEEK SCAN icon displayed on the upper right of the screen Press and release the selector knob to the right repeatedly to switch the icon between SEEK and SCAN Select SCAN then press ENTER to activate the scan functio...

Page 187: ...to enter 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 184 The text is displayed according to the information from RDS RADIO TEXT ICON TEXT INDICATOR ０７０６１５１１３３４８３１Ｔ...

Page 188: ...ace 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 display abo...

Page 189: ...nt bar To adjust the strength of the sound from the subwoofer speaker select it and press ENTER on the interface selector Turn the interface knob to the desired level and enter your selection by pressing ENTER on the interface selector The SVC mode controls the volume based on vehicle speed The faster you go the louder the audio volume becomes As you slow down the audio volume decreases The SVC ha...

Page 190: ...odels with navigation system Features 187 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 ０７０６２８１０１００７３１ＴＡ０６０００１９２ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 191: ...dio also allows 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 c...

Page 192: ...e 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 press EN...

Page 193: ...ou will see 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 f...

Page 194: ...tion 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 CONTINUED...

Page 195: ...vel from the 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 Playing the XM Satellite Radio Models with navigation system 192 Signal may be blocked by mountains or large...

Page 196: ...activated after 36 hours contact XM Radio If your XM 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 service contact ...

Page 197: ...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 ０７０６２８１０１０２２３１ＴＡ０６０００１９９ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 198: ... the display The changer can also play MP3 or WMA format see page NOTE 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 Video CDs and DVD discs will not work in this unit Some CD DA and CD ROM mixed discs are not playable You cannot load and play 3 inch 8 cm discs in this system...

Page 199: ... disc 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 s...

Page 200: ...set 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 beginning ...

Page 201: ...conds If you 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 s...

Page 202: ... mode have the selected mode highlighted then press ENTER on the interface selector To replay the current track continuously select TRACK REPEAT and press ENTER on the interface selector As a reminder you will see REPEAT next to TRACK on the screen To turn this feature off highlight TRACK REPEAT if not already highlighted and press ENTER on the interface selector again To select repeat or random m...

Page 203: ...you will see RANDOM next 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 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 or the igniti...

Page 204: ... layers The specifications of the compatible WMA file are Sampling frequency 22 05 32 44 1 48 kHz Bit rate 32 40 48 64 80 96 128 160 192 kbps Compatible with variable bit rate and multi session Maximum layers including ROOT 8 layers To play an MP3 WMA disc use the disc controls previously described along with the following information While playing an MP3 WMA disc you can select a folder within th...

Page 205: ... list 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 202 MP...

Page 206: ...gain This feature when activated samples the first file of 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 see p...

Page 207: ...t button 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...

Page 208: ...and you cannot clear it take your vehicle to a dealer Error Message Cause Solution 207 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 deformat...

Page 209: ... side 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...

Page 210: ...amples of these discs are shown to the right Bubbled wrinkled labelled and excessively thick discs Damaged discs Poor quality discs 1 2 3 CONTINUED Additional Information of Recommended Discs Protecting Your Discs Features 207 Sealed Warped Burrs Chipped Cracked Bubbled Wrinkled With Label Sticker Using Printer Label Kit With Plastic Ring ０７０６１５１１３６４７３１ＴＡ０６０００２１２ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 211: ...ints 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 208 Fingerprints scratches etc 3 inch 8 cm CD Triangle Shape Arrow Shape Can Shape ０７０６１５１１３６５８３１ＴＡ０６０００２１３ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 212: ...ation 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 Eventually the stereo indicator will go off and the sound will fade completely as you get out of range of the station s signal Radio stations on the AM band are assigned frequencies at least 10...

Page 213: ...spheric 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 responsibl...

Page 214: ...he 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 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 the bottom to retu...

Page 215: ...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 to the previou...

Page 216: ... number If your vehicle s battery is discon nected or goes dead or the radio fuse is removed the audio system will disable itself If this happens you will see ENTER CODE in the frequency display on the screen on models with navigation system the next time you turn on the system Use the preset buttons to enter the five digit code The code is on the radio code card included in your owner s manual ki...

Page 217: ...set the 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 RES...

Page 218: ... select CLOCK ADJUST Press the selector knob to enter your selection The display changes to the clock adjusting display Turn the selector knob to select the item which you want to adjust Turning the knob will change the selected item between the clock display setting hours minutes and SET The selected item is indicated with in the display 1 2 3 4 CONTINUED EX EX L and all V6 models without navigat...

Page 219: ...ill 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 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 display Pr...

Page 220: ... doors hood and trunk For the system to activate you must lock the doors from the outside with the key driver s lock tab door lock master switch or remote transmitter The security system indicator on the instrument panel starts blinking immediately to show you the system is setting itself Once the security system is set opening any door without using the key or the remote transmitter the hood or t...

Page 221: ...he trunk and all doors are closed Push the lock button twice within 5 seconds There should be an audible confirmation beep Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it Security System 218 NOTE ０７０６１５１１３８１３３１ＴＡ０６０００２２３ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 222: ...ep The display shows you the compass setting menu items The compass may need to be manually calibrated after exposure to a strong magnetic field If the compass seems to be continually showing the wrong direction and is not self 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 calibr...

Page 223: ... and other vehicles The audio system is not related to the compass system Even if the compass system is calibrating the display returns to the normal display which you last selected When the 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 T...

Page 224: ...p The display shows you the compass setting menu items Turn the selector knob to select ZONE Press the selector knob 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 the previous ...

Page 225: ...t related 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 222 Zone Map ０７０６１５１１３８４６３１ＴＡ０６０００２２７ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 226: ...mes on to show the system is now activated Push in 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 CONTINUED Using the Cruise Control Cruise Control Features 223 RES ACCEL BUTTON CANCEL BUTTON CRUISE BUTTON SET DE...

Page 227: ... hold the 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 do...

Page 228: ... 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 cruisin...

Page 229: ...nufactured before April 1 1982 you may not be able to program HomeLink to operate it These units do not have safety features that cause the motor to stop and reverse it if an obstacle is detected during closing increasing the risk of injury Do not use HomeLink with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features Units manufactured between April 1 1982 and January 1 1993 may be e...

Page 230: ... before you should erase any previously learned codes before training the first button To do this press and hold the two outside buttons on the HomeLink transceiver for about 10 20 seconds until the red indicator flashes Release the buttons then proceed to step 1 If you are training the second or third buttons go directly to step 1 Hold the end of the garage door opener remote transmitter 1 to 3 i...

Page 231: ... Repeat these steps to train the other two HomeLink buttons to operate any other compatible remotely controlled devices around your home lighting automatic gate security system etc Test the HomeLink button by pushing it for about 1 second If the button works programming is complete If the button does not work go to step 5 Push and hold the HomeLink button for a few seconds then watch the red indic...

Page 232: ...d the HomeLink button to be trained until the HomeLink indicator begins to flash slowly Press and hold the button on HomeLink for 3 to 4 seconds Press the HomeLink button again for about 1 second It should operate the garage door Press the training button on the garage door opener unit until the indicator next to the button comes on The indicator may blink or come on and stay on You then have appr...

Page 233: ...t any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device www homelink com If you have problems with training the HomeLink Universal Transceiver or would like information on home products that can be operated by HomeLink call 800 355 3515 On the Internet go to HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls Inc If a rolling code transmitter was previously programmed the indicator ...

Page 234: ... you can place and receive calls through your vehicle s audio system without the distraction of handling your cellphone To use this feature you need a Bluetooth compatible cellphone with the Hands Free Profile For more information and a list of compatible cellphones visit or call 888 528 7876 In Canada visit or call 888 9 HONDA 9 The HFL is available in both English and French Canadian models only...

Page 235: ...nob or the steering wheel volume controls You can also store the desired number to the HFL directly from your cellphone using the receive contact function in the HFL Your 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 ...

Page 236: ...r a beep before giving a command When you are operating the HFL dialing or receiving calls with the audio system in use you will see the above screen on the navigation display indicator will be displayed on the center display if your phone is linked to the Bluetooth compatible cell phone Information Display Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Features 233 BLUETOOTH INDICATOR ０７０６１５１１４０１８３１ＴＡ０６０００２３８ 20...

Page 237: ...nd noise speak louder 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 Close the windows and the moonroof To enter a comma...

Page 238: ... 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 239: ...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 240: ...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 241: ...or ON II position press and release the Talk button After the beep say Phone setup The HFL response is Phone setup options are status pair edit delete and list Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Pair The HFL response is The pairing process requires operation of your mobile phone For safety only perform this function while the vehicle is stopped State a four digit code for pairing...

Page 242: ...t Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Delete The HFL response is Which phone would you like to delete Press and 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 If you want to pair another phone repeat steps 1 through 7 Press and release the Talk button After t...

Page 243: ...lk button After the beep say Status An example of the HFL response is Eric s phone is linked Battery strength is three bars Signal strength is five bars and the phone is roaming Returning to the main menu Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Next phone The HFL response is Searching for the next phone The HFL then disconnects the linked phone and searches for another paired phone If...

Page 244: ...irectly 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 the igniti...

Page 245: ...response 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 cha...

Page 246: ...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 and...

Page 247: ... contact and 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 sa...

Page 248: ...p say Delete The HFL response is What name would you like to delete Press and release the Talk button After the beep say Yes The HFL response is The name has been deleted Returning to the main menu Press and release the Talk button After the beep say the new number for Eric For example say 987 654 3219 The HFL response is 987 654 3219 Say enter or continue to add numbers Press and release the Talk...

Page 249: ...s and release the Talk button After the beep say Yes The HFL response is Calling 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 NOTE Your phone may not have this capability Visit or call the Hands Free Link consumer support at 888 528 7876 in Canada call 888 9 HONDA 9 You can ...

Page 250: ... the HFL response is Returning to the main menu 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 at work will be stored Is this correct 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 safety only perf...

Page 251: ... After 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 b...

Page 252: ...you want and let you make calls Delete Imported Phonebook This option allows you to delete the stored phonebook from the HFL When you link your phone to the HFL and select this option the system will automatically delete the phonebook of the linked phone from the HFL see page PIN Number This option allows you to add change or remove a PIN number for any phonebook that has been imported Import Cell...

Page 253: ...r You can search the stored number by entering keywords to make calls by using the 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 the HFL For information on linking to the HFL see page 238 To search the imported phonebook Bluetooth Hands...

Page 254: ... category 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 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Features 251 Home Mobile Work P...

Page 255: ...splay 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 the HFL Say or select STORE IN HandsFreeLink from the Select a number to call screen The screen shown above will appear Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 252 ０７０６１５１１４３００３１ＴＡ０...

Page 256: ...en appears 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...

Page 257: ...nge 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 The phonebook you select cannot already have a PIN icon The display will change as shown above 2 1 1 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 254 ０７０６１５１１４３１６３１ＴＡ０６０００２５９ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 258: ...ess and release 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 ...

Page 259: ...rançais 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 entries the passcode and...

Page 260: ...se is Anglais 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 selectionne Anglais Les noms enregistres en mode Français ne seront pas accessible en mode Anglais Voulez vous contnuez The HFL response is for...

Page 261: ...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 262: ...ou plan to add any accessories to your vehicle please read the information in this section first Break in Period 260 Fuel Recommendation 260 Service Station Procedures 261 Refueling 261 Check Fuel Cap Message 262 Opening and Closing the Hood 264 Oil Check 266 Engine Coolant Check 267 Fuel Economy 268 Accessories and Modifications 271 Carrying Cargo 273 Before Driving Before Driving 259 ０７０６１５１１...

Page 263: ...oline with these additives may adversely affect performance and cause the malfunction indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on If this happens contact your dealer for service In addition in order to maintain good performance fuel economy and emissions control we strongly recommend in areas where it is available the use of gasoline that does NOT contain manganese based fuel additives such...

Page 264: ...t use gasoline containing methanol Park with the driver s side closest to the service station pump To open the fuel fill door push down on the lever located to the left of the driver s seat 1 2 CONTINUED Quick Start Guide Refueling Fuel Recommendation Service Station Procedures Before Driving 261 Push FUEL FILL CAP TETHER HOLDER Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive You can be burned or serio...

Page 265: ...ether Place the cap in the holder on the fuel fill door Your vehicle s onboard diagnostic system will detect a loose or missing fuel fill cap as an evaporative system leak The first time a leak is detected a CHECK FUEL CAP message appears on the information display Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it clicks at least once If you do not properly tighten the cap you will see a CHECK FUEL CAP mes...

Page 266: ...tem turns the message off If the system still detects a leak in your vehicle s evaporative emissions system the malfunction indicator lamp MIL comes on If the fuel fill cap was not already tightened turn the engine off and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at least once The MIL should go off after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced If the MIL do...

Page 267: ... 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 264 LATCH HOOD RELEASE HANDLE ０７０６１５１１４４２５３１ＴＡ０６０００２６９ 2008 Accord Sed...

Page 268: ...rt rod 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 265 V6 model...

Page 269: ...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 4 316 Oil Check Adding Engine Oil Service Station Procedures 266 UPPER MARK LOWER MARK DIPSTICK orange handle DIPSTICK orange loop V6 models 2 4 engine models 2 4 engine models ０７０６１５１１４４４１３１ＴＡ０６０００２７１ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 270: ...he proper coolant Refer to on page for information about checking other items on your vehicle 320 312 Engine Coolant Check Adding Engine Coolant Owner s Maintenance Checks Service Station Procedures Before Driving 267 UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MIN MAX MAX RESERVE TANK MIN V6 models V6 models RESERVE TANK 2 4 engine models ０７０６１５１１４４４８３１ＴＡ０６０００２７２ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 271: ... 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 272: ... 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 under inflated 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 273: ...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 274: ... should not interfere with your vehicle s computer controlled systems such as your airbags anti lock brakes and tire pressure monitoring system Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits see page or interfere with the proper operation of your vehicle Before installing any electronic accessory have the installer contact your dealer for assistance If possible have your dealer...

Page 275: ...a suspension kit can affect the handling and stability 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 c...

Page 276: ...cle s handling stability 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 273 CONSOLE COMPARTMENT TRUNK SEAT BACK POCKETS CENTER POCKETS DOOR POCKETS GLOVE BOX ０７０６１５１１４５４２３１ＴＡ０６０００２７８ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 277: ... 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 278: ...AWR Both are on a label on the driver s doorjamb Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 Carrying Cargo Before Driving 275 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 ０７０６１５１７４４５７３１ＴＡ０６０００２８０ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 279: ...area To avoid the possibility of follow the instructions on page Keep the glove box closed while driving If it is open a passenger could injure their knees during a crash or sudden stop Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the seats and interfere with the driver s ability to operate the pedals the proper operation of the seats or the proper operation of the se...

Page 280: ...t of the rack and the items does not exceed the maximum allowable weight Please contact your dealer for further information 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 277 ０７０６１５１１４６１２３１ＴＡ０６０００２８２ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 281: ...278 ０７０６１５１１４６１４３１ＴＡ０６０００２８３ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 282: ...assist VSA system the tire pressure monitoring system TPMS and facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer Preparing to Drive 280 Starting the Engine 281 Manual Transmission 282 Automatic Transmission 284 Parking 289 Braking System 290 Anti lock Brakes ABS 291 Vehicle Stability Assist VSA System 293 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS 295 Towing a Trailer 298 Driving Driving 279 ０７０６１５ ...

Page 283: ...ecurely When you start the engine check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel see page Fasten your seat belt Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts see page Make sure the doors are securely closed and locked Check the steering wheel adjustment see page Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors see page Check the seat adjustment see page Check the seat ad...

Page 284: ...l all the way down and hold it there while starting to clear flooding If the engine still does not start return to step 5 If the engine does not start within 15 seconds or starts but stalls right away repeat step 4 with the accelerator pedal pressed halfway down If the engine starts release pressure on the accelerator pedal so the engine does not race 1 2 3 4 5 6 Manual transmission Automatic tran...

Page 285: ...h the vehicle moving Push down the clutch pedal and pause for a few seconds before shifting into reverse or shift into one of the forward gears for a moment This stops the gears so they won t grind When slowing down you can get extra braking from the engine by shifting to a lower gear This extra braking can help you maintain a safe speed and prevent your brakes from overheating while going down a ...

Page 286: ...m h 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 the red zone Before downshifting make sure the engine will not go into the tachometer s red zone Manual Tr...

Page 287: ...D indicator there is a problem with the automatic transmission control system Avoid rapid acceleration 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 ACCESS...

Page 288: ...utton 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 Use neutral if you need to restart a stalled engine or if it is necessary to stop briefly with the engine idling Shift to the Park position if you need to leave your vehicle for any reason Pres...

Page 289: ...ission 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 ...

Page 290: ...l 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 ...

Page 291: ...If you 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 288 RELEASE BUTTON SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT ０７０６１５１１４７２５３１ＴＡ０６０００２９３ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 292: ...e is fully released before driving away Driving with the parking brake partially set can overheat or damage the rear brakes If the vehicle is facing uphill turn the front wheels away from the curb If your vehicle has a manual transmission put it in first gear If the vehicle is facing downhill turn the front wheels toward the curb If your vehicle has a manual transmission put it in reverse gear Loc...

Page 293: ... be 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...

Page 294: ...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 by alway...

Page 295: ... 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 If the ABS indicator and the brake system indicator come on together and the parking brake is fully released the EBD system may also be shut down The VSA indicator will come on along with the ABS indicator 371 ABS does not redu...

Page 296: ...in the same way it does at other times There may also be some noise from the VSA hydraulic system You will also see the VSA activation indicator blink When VSA activates you will see the VSA activation indicator blink If this indicator comes on while driving pull to the side of the road when it is safe and turn off the engine Reset the system by restarting the engine If the VSA system indicator st...

Page 297: ...y 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 swi...

Page 298: ...re 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 pressure indi...

Page 299: ...st manually 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 ti...

Page 300: ...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 pressur...

Page 301: ...o tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits use the proper equipment and follow the guidelines in this section Avoid towing a trailer during your vehicle s first 600 miles 1 000 km see page 260 Towing a Trailer Load Limits Total Trailer Weight Break In Period 298 Exceeding any load limit or improperly loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hur...

Page 302: ... 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 CONTINUED EX and EX L V6 models EX and EX L V6 models LX and LX P LX and LX P Towing a Trailer Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR Tongue Load U S models Canadian models Driving 299 4 575 lbs 2...

Page 303: ...e you set up a towing combination a fully loaded vehicle and trailer then recheck the tongue load whenever the conditions change The maximum allowable weight at the vehicle axles is on the front axle on the rear axle on the front axle on the rear axle on the front axle on the rear axle on the front axle on the rear axle on the rear axle on the front axle on the rear axle on the front axle EX and E...

Page 304: ...be used how much load you are towing and where you tow Any hitch used on your vehicle must be properly bolted to the underbody Always use safety chains when you tow a trailer Make sure the chains are secured to the trailer and hitch and that they cross under the tongue and can catch the trailer if it becomes unhitched Leave enough slack to allow the trailer to turn corners easily but do not let th...

Page 305: ...ou 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 and use only equipment designed for your veh...

Page 306: ...are inflated as recommended by the trailer maker The added weight length and height of a trailer will affect your vehicle s handling and performance so driving with a trailer requires some special driving skills and techniques For your safety and the safety of others take time to practice driving maneuvers before heading for the open road and follow the guidelines in this section Drive slower than...

Page 307: ...tic transmission to overheat Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home If your vehicle needs to be towed in an emergency see page Crosswinds and air turbulence caused by passing trucks can disrupt your steering and cause the trailer to sway When being passed by a large vehicle keep a constant speed and steer straight ahead Do not try to make quick steering or braking corrections...

Page 308: ...ice manual See page for information on how to obtain a copy or see your dealer Maintenance Safety 306 Maintenance Minder 307 Fluid Locations 314 Adding Engine Oil 316 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter 318 Engine Coolant 320 Windshield Washers 322 Transmission Fluid 323 Automatic Transmission 323 Manual Transmission 325 Brake and Clutch Fluid 326 Brake Fluid 326 Clutch Fluid 327 Power Steering Flu...

Page 309: ...ine Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from the battery and all fuel related parts To clean parts use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner not gasoline Maintenance Safety Important Safety Precautions Injury from moving parts Burns from hot pa...

Page 310: ...The remaining engine oil life is shown on the display according to this table 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 Based on the engine operating conditions the onboard computer in your vehicle calculates the remaining engine oil life and displays...

Page 311: ...displayed next to the engine oil life indicator 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 The 15 and 10 percent oil life indicators remind you that your vehicle will soon be due for scheduled maintenance Maintenance Minder 308 MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICA...

Page 312: ...e by your dealer The maintenance item code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change see page You can switch the information display from the engine oil life display to the odometer or the trip meter Press and release the select reset knob on the instrument panel When the engine oil life is 15 to 1 percent the maintenance minder indicator comes on every time y...

Page 313: ... display are in code For an explanation of these maintenance codes see page To change the information display from the engine oil life display to the odometer or the trip meter press and release the select reset knob Immediately have the service performed and make sure to reset the display as described on the following When the engine oil life is 0 percent or negative mileage the maintenance minde...

Page 314: ...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 315: ...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 316: ...speed every 160 000 miles 256 000 km Adjust the valves during services A B 1 2 or 3 only if they are noisy If the message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset change the engine oil every year Independent of the maintenance messages in the information display replace the brake fluid every 3 years See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the center c...

Page 317: ... Transmission only Light gray cap BRAKE FLUID Black cap RADIATOR CAP ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange handle POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap WASHER FLUID Blue cap ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop ０７０６１５１１５０５１３１ＴＡ０６０００３１９ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 318: ...L FILL CAP WASHER FLUID Blue cap ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK Orange loop ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR BRAKE FLUID Black cap POWER STEERING FLUID Red cap AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK Yellow loop RADIATOR CAP ０７０６１５１１５０５５３１ＴＡ０６０００３２０ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 319: ... 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 320: ... 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 321: ...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 322: ...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 319 V6 models OIL FILTER OIL FILTER 2 4 engine models 4 4 US qt 4 2 29 lbf ft 39 N m 4 0 kgf m 4 5 US qt 4 ...

Page 323: ...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 320 V6 models RESERVE TANK RESERVE TANK 2 4 engine models If you regul...

Page 324: ...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 325: ...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 62 On Canadian models Windshield Washers 322 LEVEL GAUGE V6 models LEVEL GAUGE 2 4 engine 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 326: ...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 323 V6 models DIPSTICK DIPSTICK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK 2 4 engine models 2 4 engine models ０７０６１５１１５２ ...

Page 327: ... 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 6 307 Transmission Fluid 324 V6 models UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Use only Honda Genuine ATF Z1 Automatic Transmission Fluid Do not mix with other transmission fluids Using transmission fluid other than Honda Genuine A...

Page 328: ...placement However motor oil does not contain the proper 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 Remove the transmission filler bolt and carefully feel inside the bolt hole wi...

Page 329: ... 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 330: ...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 327 MAX UPPER LEVEL LOWER LEVEL MIN 2 4 engine mo...

Page 331: ... 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 307 V6 mod...

Page 332: ... 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 329 2 4 engine models STAY Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot when...

Page 333: ...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 330 FASTENER AIR INTAKE COVER BULB V6 models STAY V6 models TAB DUCT ０７０６１５１１５２５６３１ＴＡ０６０００３３５ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 334: ...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 335: ...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 332 ...

Page 336: ... 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 337: ...er 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 signal light Pull the bulb straight out of its socket Push the new 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...

Page 338: ...the socket from the light assembly by turning it one quarter turn counter clockwise Pull 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 2 1 3 6 7 8 Lights Replacing a High mount Brake Light Bulb Maintenance 335 BULB SOCKET ０７０６１５１１５３４４３１ＴＡ０６０００３４０ 2008 Acc...

Page 339: ...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 340: ...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 341: ...t anchors can cause the belts to retract slowly Wipe the openings with a clean cloth dampened in mild soap and warm water or isopropyl alcohol The driver s floor mat that came with your vehicle hooks over the floor mat anchors This keeps the floor mat from sliding forward and possibly interfering with the pedals Cleaning the Seat Belts Floor Mats Cleaning the Seat Belts Floor Mats 338 OPENING ０７０...

Page 342: ...e this filter when this service is indicated by a maintenance message on the information display It should be replaced every 15 000 miles 24 000 km if you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air or if the airflow from the heating and cooling system climate control system becomes less than usual Make sure the rear floor mats are properly positioned If not the...

Page 343: ...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 340 WIPER ARMS LOCK TAB Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised or you will damage the hood and wiper arms ０７０６１５１１５４２...

Page 344: ...ge remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade Make sure the three rubber tabs inside the blade fit to each notch of the reinforcement as shown Remove the blade from its holder by grabbing the tabbed end of the blade Pull firmly until the tabs come out of the holder 3 4 CONTINUED Wiper Blades Maintenance 341 BLADE BLA...

Page 345: ...he wiper arm Push down the lock tab Make sure the wiper blade assembly locks in place Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield the passenger s side first then the driver s side Make sure the tab on the blade assembly fits in the indent of the wiper blade and the blade is completely installed 5 6 7 Wiper Blades 342 INDENT TAB ０７０６１５１１５４３６３１ＴＡ０６０００３４７ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 346: ...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 347: ...it whenever you check your tire pressures This will make it easier 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 388 Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Dr...

Page 348: ...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 349: ...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 350: ... If you purchase directional tires rotate only front to back When the tires are rotated make sure the air pressures are checked On vehicles with aluminum wheels Tire Rotation Tires Maintenance 347 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 ０７０６１５１１５...

Page 351: ...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 352: ...ay be lower than your original 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 Tires EX and EX L V6 models EX and EX L V6 m...

Page 353: ... not contacting the brake lines or suspension Drive slowly with them installed If you hear them coming into contact with the body or chassis stop and investigate Remove them as soon as you begin driving on cleared roads If equipped Wheels Tires 350 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 F...

Page 354: ...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 355: ... 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 214 213 On vehicles with navigation system...

Page 356: ...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 358: ...n If not you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed Compact Spare Tire 356 Changing a Flat Tire 357 If the Engine Won t Start 362 Jump Starting 364 If the Engine Overheats 367 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 369 Charging System Indicator 369 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 370 Brake System Indicator 371 Fuses 372 Fuse Locations 376 Emergency Towing 379 Taking Care of the Unexpected Taking...

Page 359: ...le as soon as you can Do not mount snow chains on the compact spare tire Follow these precautions 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 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 360: ...Have all passengers get out of the vehicle while you change the tire The tools are in the trunk Open the trunk and raise the trunk floor by lifting up on the back edge Take the tool kit out of the trunk Unscrew the wing bolt and take the spare tire out of its well 5 4 3 2 1 Changing a Flat Tire Taking Care of the Unexpected 357 TRUNK FLOOR JACK SPARE TIRE TOOL KIT The vehicle can easily roll off t...

Page 361: ...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 358 JACKING POINT JACK WHEEL NUT ０７０６１５１１５６３８３１ＴＡ０６０００３６３ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 362: ... up Do not attempt to forcibly pry the wheel cover off with a screwdriver or other tool The wheel cover cannot be removed without first removing the wheel nuts Before mounting the spare tire wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth Wipe the hub carefully it may be hot from driving 9 10 11 LX model Changing a Flat Tire Taking Care of the Unexpected 359 WHEEL WR...

Page 363: ...er 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 if equipped before storing the flat tire in the trunk well 15 12 13 14 Changing a Flat Tire 360 CENTER CAP 80 lbf ft 108 N m 11 kgf m ０７０６１５１１５６５２３１ＴＡ０６０００３...

Page 364: ...l 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 wheel cover or center cap in the trunk Make sure it does not get scratched or damaged 16 17 19 18 20 21 22 297 Changing a Flat Tire Changing a Tire with TPMS Taking Care of the Unex...

Page 365: ...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 366: ...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 77 281 372 379 If the Engine Won t Start The Starter Operates Norma...

Page 367: ...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 364 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 368: ...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 365 V6 models BOOSTER BATTERY 2 4 engine models with automatic transmission 2 4 engine models with manual transmission ０７０６１５１１５７３１３１ＴＡ０６０００３７...

Page 369: ...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 370: ...ep hill etc If your vehicle overheats you should take immediate action The only indication may be the temperature gauge climbing to or above the red mark Or you may see steam or spray coming from under the hood If you see steam and or spray coming from under the hood turn off the engine Wait until you see no more signs of steam or spray then open the hood Safely pull to the side of the road Put th...

Page 371: ...k If there was no coolant in the reserve tank you may need to add coolant to the radiator Let the engine cool down until the pointer reaches the middle of the tempera ture gauge or lower before check ing the radiator Start the engine and set the temperature to maximum heat climate control to AUTO at Add coolant to the radiator up to the base of the filler neck If you do not have the proper coolant...

Page 372: ...ere is a mechanical problem that needs to be repaired before you can continue driving 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 ba...

Page 373: ...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 can take several days of normal driving If the battery in your vehicle has been disconnected or gone dead these codes may be erased It can take several days of driving under various conditions to set the codes again To check if they are set turn...

Page 374: ...brake system indicator normally comes on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON II position and as a reminder to check the parking brake It will stay on if you do not fully release the parking brake If the brake system indicator comes on while driving the brake fluid level is probably low Press lightly on the brake pedal to see if it feels normal If it does check the brake fluid level the nex...

Page 375: ...ox is on the lower right 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 372 UNDER HOOD INTERIOR Driver s side INTERIOR Passenger s side FUSE BOX FUSE LABEL TAB NOTCH ０７０６１５１１５８２３３１ＴＡ０６０００３７７ 2...

Page 376: ...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 377: ... 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 374 BLOWN FUSE PULLER SPARE FUSES FUSE PULLER ０７０６１５１１５８３８３１ＴＡ０６０００３７９ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 378: ...e 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 6 213 Except LX ...

Page 379: ...n Stop Not Used Not Used IG Coil FI Sub Back Up Interior Lights FI Main DBW Not 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 30 A 30 A 30 A 30 A 60 A 30 A 100 A 120 A 40 A 40 A 30 A 40 A 40 A 50 A 40 A 20 A 40 A 15 A 20 A 15 A 15 A 10 A 7 5 A 15 A 15 A 7 5 A 7 5 A 7 5 A 2 4 engine models V6 model...

Page 380: ...iver s Power Seat Sliding Moonroof Driver s Power Seat Reclining Rear Left Power Window 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 20 A 10 A 10 A 7 5 A 10 A 7 5 A 7 5 A 7 5 A 7 5 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 15 A 20 A 10 A 10...

Page 381: ...Accessory Power Socket Front Passenger s Power Window Not Used Premium AMP Right Headlight High Beam Right Side Small Lights Exterior Right Front Fog Light Right Headlight Low Beam Not Used Interior Lights Not Used Front Passenger s Power Seat Reclining Not Used Not Used Lumbar Support Seat Heater Not Used Not Used Not Used 10 A 15 A 10 A 10 A 10 A 10 A 7 5 A 20 A Fuse Locations 378 INTERIOR FUSE ...

Page 382: ...nt tires and lift them off the ground The rear tires remain on the ground Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I position so the steering wheel does not lock Turn off the engine Release the parking brake Shift to D position for 5 seconds then to N Start the engine Press on the brake pedal Move the shift lever through all its positions Manual transmission Automatic transmission CONTINUED Flat...

Page 383: ...he bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle s weight The steering system can be damaged if the steering wheel is locked Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY I position and make sure the steering wheel turns freely before you begin towing ０７０６１５１１５９２５３１ＴＡ０６０００３８５ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 384: ...ns control systems Identification Numbers 382 Specifications 2 4 engine models 384 Specifications V6 models 386 DOT Tire Quality Grading U S Vehicles 388 Tire Labeling 390 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS Required Federal Explanation 392 Emissions Controls 394 Three Way Catalytic Converter 396 Emissions Testing 397 Technical Information Technical Information 381 ０７０６１５１１５９２８３１ＴＡ０６０００３８６...

Page 385: ...est 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 382 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER CERTIFICAT...

Page 386: ...is stamped on the front of the engine block Identification Numbers Technical Information 383 ENGINE NUMBER 2 4 engine models V6 models AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER ０７０６１５１１５９３８３１ＴＡ０６０００３８８ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 387: ...at remaining in the engine Reserve tank capacity 0 180 US gal 0 68 Excluding the oil remaining in the engine Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached 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 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 ...

Page 388: ...V 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 Interior Under hood Size Pressure P215 60R16 94H P225 50R17 93V T135 80D16 101M 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm 30 psi 210 kPa 2 1 kgf cm 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm Toe in Camber Caster 0 00 in 0 0 mm 0 08 in 2 0 mm 0 1 3 48 See page 377 or the fuse label attached on the side panel See page 378 o...

Page 389: ...engine Reserve tank capacity Excluding the oil remaining in the engine 0 180 US gal 0 68 Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached 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 3 50 x 3 66 in 89 0 x 93 0 mm 212 cu in 3 471 cm 10 5 1 ILZKR7B11 SXU22HCR11 DILZKR7A11G Type Bore x Stroke Displacement Compr...

Page 390: ...P 12 V 12 V 55 W 12 V 21 W 12 V 21 W 12 V 5 W 12 V 21 W 12 V 8 W 12 V 12 V Capacity 12 V 12 V 72 AH 20 HR 60 AH 5 HR Interior Under hood See page 377 or the fuse label attached on the side panel See page 378 or the fuse label attached to the inside of the fuse box door See page 376 or the fuse box cover Size Pressure P225 50R17 93V T135 80D16 101M 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm 60 psi 420 kPa 4 2 kgf c...

Page 391: ... 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 traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristi...

Page 392: ...der controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to 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 highe...

Page 393: ...ey should be replaced with tires of 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...

Page 394: ...ressure the tire can hold The maximum load the tire can carry at maximum air pressure Week Year FW6X 2202 Max Press Max Load Tire Labeling Maximum Tire Pressure Maximum Tire Load Technical Information 391 ０７０６１５１４５３２２３１ＴＡ０６０００３９６ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 395: ...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 396: ...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 397: ...onment 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 emis...

Page 398: ...reducing the amount of HC CO and NOx produced The exhaust emissions controls include three or four systems PGM FI ignition timing control exhaust gas recirculation V6 models and three way catalytic converter These three or four systems work together to control the engine s combustion and minimize the amount of HC CO and NOx that come out the tailpipe The exhaust emissions control systems are separ...

Page 399: ...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 400: ...the readiness 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 Keep the vehicle in Park a...

Page 401: ...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 402: ...Information 400 Warranty Coverages 401 Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicle 402 Authorized Manuals 403 Warranty and Customer Relations Warranty and Customer Relations 399 ０７０６１５１２０２３０３１ＴＡ０６０００４０４ 2008 Accord Sedan ...

Page 403: ...n Number see page Name and address of the dealer who services your vehicle Date of purchase Mileage on your vehicle Your name address and tele phone 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 382 Customer Service Information 400 American Honda Motor Co Inc Automobile Customer Service Mail Stop 500 2N 7A 1919...

Page 404: ...oklet for details all exterior body panels are covered for rust through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit this warranty gives up to 100 credit toward a replacement battery Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties Please read the 2008 Honda warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on warranty coverages Your v...

Page 405: ...or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying American Honda Motor Co Inc or write to Reporting Safety Defects U S Vehicles 402 http www safercar gov http www safercar gov ０７０６１５１２０２５２３１ＴＡ０６０００４０７ To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 ...

Page 406: ... 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 403 Form Description 2008 Honda Accord 2 4 door L4 Service Manual Base Book 2008 Honda Accord 2 4 door V6 Service Manual Supplement 2008 Honda 2 4 Door L4 V6 Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 2008 Honda 2 4 d...

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Page 408: ...6 Shifting 284 Shift Lever Position Indicators 284 Shift Lever Positions 284 Shift Lock Release 287 Auxiliary Input Jack 212 Battery Charging System Indicator 56 369 Jump Starting 364 Maintenance 351 Specifications 385 387 Before Driving 259 Belts Seat 8 18 Beverage Holders 111 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 231 Booster Seats 48 Brakes Anti lock System ABS 291 Break in New Linings 260 Bulb Replacement 33...

Page 409: ...dicator 56 369 Check Fuel Cap Message 262 Checklist Before Driving 280 Child Safety 33 Booster Seats 48 Child Seats 40 41 Important Safety Reminders 30 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 Childproof Door Locks 86 Cleaning the Seat Belts 338 Climat...

Page 410: ...icator Lamp 370 Oil Life Indicator 307 Oil Pressure Indicator 369 Oil What Kind to Use 316 Overheating 367 Specifications 384 386 Speed Limiter 283 287 Starting 281 Engine Speed Limiter 283 287 Ethanol in Gasoline 261 Evaporative Emissions Controls 394 Exhaust Fumes 51 Expectant Mothers Use of Seat Belts by 16 Fan Interior 121 128 Features 119 Filling the Fuel Tank 261 Filters Dust and Pollen 339 ...

Page 411: ...Halogen Headlight Bulbs 329 HandsFreeLink 231 Hazard Warning Flashers 73 Headlights 69 Aiming 329 Automatic Lighting Off 71 Automatic Lighting On 70 Daytime Running Lights 71 High Beam Indicator 61 Reminder Chime 69 Replacing Halogen Bulbs 329 336 Turning on 69 Head Restraints 13 94 Heating and Cooling 120 Heated Mirrors 102 Heater Seat 100 HomeLink Universal Transceiver 226 Hood Opening and Closi...

Page 412: ...ng 69 Lap Shoulder Belts 14 19 LATCH System 42 Lights Bulb Replacement 329 Indicator 55 Parking 69 Turn Signal 60 69 LOCK Ignition Key Position 78 Locks Anti theft Steering Column 78 Childproof Door 86 Fuel Fill Door 261 Glove Box 113 Lockout Prevention 80 Power Door 79 Trunk 90 Low Coolant Level 267 Low Fuel Indicator 61 Lower Gear Downshifting to a 282 Low Oil Pressure Indicator 56 369 Lower Anc...

Page 413: ...r Airbag Off Indicator 30 PGM FI System 395 Pollen Filter 339 Power Door Locks 79 Power Seat Adjustments 92 Power Socket Locations 111 Power Windows 103 Pregnancy Using Seat Belts 16 Protecting Adults and Teens 11 Additional Safety Precautions 17 Advice for Pregnant Women 16 Protecting Children 33 General Guidelines 33 Protecting Infants 38 Protecting Larger Children 47 Protecting Small Children 3...

Page 414: ...ce Station Procedures 261 Setting the Clock 214 Shift Lever Position Indicators 284 Shift Lock Release 287 Side Airbags 9 27 How Your Side Airbags Work 27 How the Side Airbag Off Indicator Works 29 Side Curtain Airbags 9 28 How Your Side Curtain Airbags Work 28 Signaling Turns 69 Snow Tires 349 Sound System 133 Spare Tire Inflating 356 Specifications 385 387 Spark Plugs 384 386 Specifications 384 ...

Page 415: ...1 SRS Indicator 29 57 System Components 21 Synthetic Oil 317 Taking Care of the Unexpected 355 Technical Descriptions DOT Tire Quality Grading 388 Emissions Control Systems 394 Three Way Catalytic Converter 396 Temperature Gauge 66 Temperature Outside 65 Tether Anchorage Points 46 Theft Protection Radio 213 Three Way Catalytic Converter 396 Time Setting the 214 Timing Belt 328 Tire Chains 349 Tire...

Page 416: ...ion Number 382 Vehicle Stability Assist VSA System 293 VSA Activation Indicator 58 293 VSA Off Switch 294 VSA System Indicator 58 293 Vehicle Storage 352 Ventilation 122 128 VIN 382 Viscosity Oil 317 Voice Control System 126 174 WARNING Explanation of iii Warning Labels Location of 52 Warranty Coverages 401 Washers Windshield Checking the Fluid Level 322 Indicator 62 Operation 68 Wheels Adjusting ...

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Page 419: ...motor oil as a temporary replacement see page 32 psi 220 kPa 2 2 kgf cm 2 0 US qt 1 9 Honda Power Steering Fluid preferred or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement Do not use ATF see page Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement see page Front Rear 30 psi 210 kPa 2 1 kgf cm Front Rear Front Rear 60 psi 420 kP...

Page 420: ...n whatsoever This owner s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold 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 33TA5C00 OWNER ADDRESS V I N DELIVERY DATE DEALER NAME DEALER NO ADDRES...

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