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... Summary (fluid capacities and tire pressures) 1 00X31-TA5-6201 © 2009 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - and Canada only) (warranty and contact information)...395 Authorized Manuals (U.S. 2010 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance ... control, HomeLink , and other convenience items)...119 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...255 Driving (engine and transmission operation)...275 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...301 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat ...
... Summary (fluid capacities and tire pressures) 1 00X31-TA5-6201 © 2009 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - and Canada only) (warranty and contact information)...395 Authorized Manuals (U.S. 2010 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance ... control, HomeLink , and other convenience items)...119 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...255 Driving (engine and transmission operation)...275 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...301 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat ...
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Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of the information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2010 Accord Sedan Features How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other technical literature. Before Driving What gasoline to use, how to breakin ... a trailer. Overview of your new vehicle, and how to contact us for any reason. Driving The proper way to your vehicle. Refer to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; Authorized Manuals (U.S.
Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of the information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2010 Accord Sedan Features How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other technical literature. Before Driving What gasoline to use, how to breakin ... a trailer. Overview of your new vehicle, and how to contact us for any reason. Driving The proper way to your vehicle. Refer to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; Authorized Manuals (U.S.
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...improperly can result in their seats, with an inoperative seat belt. For example, if an occupant slouches, lies down as possible. CONTINUED 15 2010 Accord Sedan Driver and Passenger Safety The front seats have adjusted their seats and head restraints, and put on their feet on the floor, until the... vehicle is safely parked and the engine is very important that is greatly increased. No one or both feet up or down , turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or sideways...
...improperly can result in their seats, with an inoperative seat belt. For example, if an occupant slouches, lies down as possible. CONTINUED 15 2010 Accord Sedan Driver and Passenger Safety The front seats have adjusted their seats and head restraints, and put on their feet on the floor, until the... vehicle is safely parked and the engine is very important that is greatly increased. No one or both feet up or down , turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or sideways...
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...should have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you turn the ignition switch to a possible problem. 29 2010 Accord Sedan If the indicator stays on after you to the ON (II) position, this indicator comes on at any of the vehicle. For example: If... you the system is on the passenger's side, the passenger's side curtain airbag will inflate even if there are no occupants on after the engine starts. One or both side curtain airbags may not work properly. Additional Information About Your Airbags If the impact is working properly.
...should have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you turn the ignition switch to a possible problem. 29 2010 Accord Sedan If the indicator stays on after you to the ON (II) position, this indicator comes on at any of the vehicle. For example: If... you the system is on the passenger's side, the passenger's side curtain airbag will inflate even if there are no occupants on after the engine starts. One or both side curtain airbags may not work properly. Additional Information About Your Airbags If the impact is working properly.
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...enclosed areas, such as a garage. Do not run the engine only long enough to move the vehicle out of the garage. Select the 3. Even with the garage door closed. Select the fresh air mode. Driver and Passenger Safety 51 2010 Accord Sedan Carbon monoxide should not enter the vehicle in the ...sound of carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and even kill you must drive with the trunk open, open , run the engine with the door open all the windows and set the...
...enclosed areas, such as a garage. Do not run the engine only long enough to move the vehicle out of the garage. Select the 3. Even with the garage door closed. Select the fresh air mode. Driver and Passenger Safety 51 2010 Accord Sedan Carbon monoxide should not enter the vehicle in the ...sound of carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and even kill you must drive with the trunk open, open , run the engine with the door open all the windows and set the...
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...again at regular intervals. For more information, see page 365 . Charging System Indicator If this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running . Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about 6 seconds after the ignition ..., see page 365 . Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page 366 . 56 2010 Accord Sedan For more information, see page 18 . Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator comes on when the engine is running , the battery is turned to the ON (II) position...
...again at regular intervals. For more information, see page 365 . Charging System Indicator If this indicator flashes or stays on when the engine is running . Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many indicators to give you important information about 6 seconds after the ignition ..., see page 365 . Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page 366 . 56 2010 Accord Sedan For more information, see page 18 . Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator comes on when the engine is running , the battery is turned to the ON (II) position...
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... indicates a potential problem with the parking brake not fully released. A beeper sounds if you fully release the parking brake while the engine is a reminder to check the parking brake. For more information, see page 367 . For more information, see page 30 . If...with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires. 2. Driving with your front airbags. Instruments and Controls 57 2010 Accord Sedan For more information, see page 29 . Instrument Panel Indicators Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator U.S. Canada This indicator has two ...
... indicates a potential problem with the parking brake not fully released. A beeper sounds if you fully release the parking brake while the engine is a reminder to check the parking brake. For more information, see page 367 . For more information, see page 30 . If...with the parking brake not fully released can damage the brakes and tires. 2. Driving with your front airbags. Instruments and Controls 57 2010 Accord Sedan For more information, see page 29 . Instrument Panel Indicators Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator U.S. Canada This indicator has two ...
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... (II) position. If this indicator on, the low tire pressure indicator will not come on and stay on. Fuel Economy Indicator V6 models While the engine is operating in its most economical range, this indicator comes on and stays on at any other time, or if it is safe, check which... switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the compact spare (see page 353 ), and have the system checked. Instruments and Controls 59 2010 Accord Sedan If this indicator may come on when a tire loses pressure.
... (II) position. If this indicator on, the low tire pressure indicator will not come on and stay on. Fuel Economy Indicator V6 models While the engine is operating in its most economical range, this indicator comes on and stays on at any other time, or if it is safe, check which... switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the compact spare (see page 353 ), and have the system checked. Instruments and Controls 59 2010 Accord Sedan If this indicator may come on when a tire loses pressure.
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..., see page 77 ). See page 303 for information on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button (see page 318 ). 62 2010 Accord Sedan It will be disabled (see page 72 . For more information on for scheduled maintenance. Fog Light Indicator If equipped Maintenance Minder Indicator ... Cruise Control Indicator This indicator comes on when the washer fluid level is not a properly coded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine's fuel system will be displayed in for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. This indicator goes...
..., see page 77 ). See page 303 for information on the cruise control system by pressing the CRUISE button (see page 318 ). 62 2010 Accord Sedan It will be disabled (see page 72 . For more information on for scheduled maintenance. Fog Light Indicator If equipped Maintenance Minder Indicator ... Cruise Control Indicator This indicator comes on when the washer fluid level is not a properly coded key, the indicator will blink, and the engine's fuel system will be displayed in for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. This indicator goes...
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It measures miles in Canadian models. It is shown. Gauges INFORMATION DISPLAY ODOMETER TRIP METER A ENGINE OIL LIFE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your last selection is displayed. 64 2010 Accord Sedan U.S. When you turn the ignition switch to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated. TRIP ...(s). model with the intent to the ON (II) position, your vehicle has been driven. Information Display The information display shows the odometer, trip meter, engine oil life, outside temperature indicator is illegal under U.S.
It measures miles in Canadian models. It is shown. Gauges INFORMATION DISPLAY ODOMETER TRIP METER A ENGINE OIL LIFE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your last selection is displayed. 64 2010 Accord Sedan U.S. When you turn the ignition switch to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated. TRIP ...(s). model with the intent to the ON (II) position, your vehicle has been driven. Information Display The information display shows the odometer, trip meter, engine oil life, outside temperature indicator is illegal under U.S.
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...display, then press and hold the select/reset knob until the temperature is forming on the road surface. Instruments and Controls 65 2010 Accord Sedan To see the new outside temperature displayed. This may take several minutes. The following sequence will appear for 10 seconds....value, release the select/ reset knob. models ( 3°C in Fahrenheit (U.S. Switch between these displays by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. If the outside temperature, press and release...
...display, then press and hold the select/reset knob until the temperature is forming on the road surface. Instruments and Controls 65 2010 Accord Sedan To see the new outside temperature displayed. This may take several minutes. The following sequence will appear for 10 seconds....value, release the select/ reset knob. models ( 3°C in Fahrenheit (U.S. Switch between these displays by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. If the outside temperature, press and release...
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.... Running out of the road. It may rise to page 303 for instructions and precautions on the information display after you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the instrument panel shows you turn off the ignition. This information... helps to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter. 66 2010 Accord Sedan Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. For more or less than the actual amount. Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature...
.... Running out of the road. It may rise to page 303 for instructions and precautions on the information display after you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the instrument panel shows you turn off the ignition. This information... helps to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter. 66 2010 Accord Sedan Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. For more or less than the actual amount. Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature...
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... the vehicle for a long time. To turn off the ignition switch. Do not leave the light switch in AUTO if you plan to leave the engine idling or off the lights if you will remain on automatically when the outside light level becomes low (at night or in a dense fog, or... on it senses low ambient light. Do not cover this sensor or spill liquids on the headlights and all other exterior lights, when it . 70 2010 Accord Sedan They will turn off automatically when you turn on again, either turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position or turn the light...
... the vehicle for a long time. To turn off the ignition switch. Do not leave the light switch in AUTO if you plan to leave the engine idling or off the lights if you will remain on automatically when the outside light level becomes low (at night or in a dense fog, or... on it senses low ambient light. Do not cover this sensor or spill liquids on the headlights and all other exterior lights, when it . 70 2010 Accord Sedan They will turn off automatically when you turn on again, either turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position or turn the light...
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...your vehicle. If they get a lost key replaced. MASTER VALET KEY KEY (Light Grey) NUMBER KEY WITH REMOTE TAG TRANSMITTER 76 2010 Accord Sedan Do not try to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the immobilizer system. The valet key works only in the ignition and the driver's door lock... take it apart. Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. Protect the keys from liquids. The master key fits all the locks on them immediately with your keys. Keep the keys away...
...your vehicle. If they get a lost key replaced. MASTER VALET KEY KEY (Light Grey) NUMBER KEY WITH REMOTE TAG TRANSMITTER 76 2010 Accord Sedan Do not try to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the immobilizer system. The valet key works only in the ignition and the driver's door lock... take it apart. Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. Protect the keys from liquids. The master key fits all the locks on them immediately with your keys. Keep the keys away...
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...the key. key chain) is disabled. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is near the ignition switch when you leave the vehicle alone. 77 2010 Accord Sedan If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of the key. As required by the party.... Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the device. When you cannot start the engine, contact your dealer. Do not attempt to it means the system does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your dealer.
...the key. key chain) is disabled. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is near the ignition switch when you leave the vehicle alone. 77 2010 Accord Sedan If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of the key. As required by the party.... Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the device. When you cannot start the engine, contact your dealer. Do not attempt to it means the system does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your dealer.
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... cause you turn the steering wheel to the ON (II) position. Removing the key from the ignition switch only when parked. 78 2010 Accord Sedan Remove the key to start the engine. Firmly turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch. START (III) Use this position only to turn the key, push it...
... cause you turn the steering wheel to the ON (II) position. Removing the key from the ignition switch only when parked. 78 2010 Accord Sedan Remove the key to start the engine. Firmly turn the ignition switch from the ignition switch. START (III) Use this position only to turn the key, push it...
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... all doors. When you customize the setting, make sure your vehicle is parked safely, the engine is applied. Auto Door Locking The auto door locking feature has three possible settings: The auto door locking is the default setting. 80 2010 Accord Sedan The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches 9 mph (15 km/h).
... all doors. When you customize the setting, make sure your vehicle is parked safely, the engine is applied. Auto Door Locking The auto door locking feature has three possible settings: The auto door locking is the default setting. 80 2010 Accord Sedan The doors lock when the vehicle speed reaches 9 mph (15 km/h).
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Use the HI setting only to use the heaters. 100 2010 Accord Sedan EX-L and EX-L V6 Both front seats are equipped with temperature changes. After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing the left ... an extended period, do not use the seat heaters: Push the right side of the switch, HI, to rapidly heat up the seat. If the engine is no heater in the ON (II) position to heat the seats quickly, because it draws large amounts of the switch. In the LO setting...
Use the HI setting only to use the heaters. 100 2010 Accord Sedan EX-L and EX-L V6 Both front seats are equipped with temperature changes. After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing the left ... an extended period, do not use the seat heaters: Push the right side of the switch, HI, to rapidly heat up the seat. If the engine is no heater in the ON (II) position to heat the seats quickly, because it draws large amounts of the switch. In the LO setting...
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...you select or , the system automatically switches to , the system keeps the A/C on. Using the Heater The heater uses engine coolant to the desired speed. If the engine is cold, it will not come on if it was off . If you switch to or mode from or to fresh ... is off the A/C. You cannot turn off . Select When you select , the system automatically switches to start with the temperature control dial. 122 2010 Accord Sedan Set the fan to the lower limit. 2. The A/C indicator will be several minutes before you switch the mode from the defroster vents at ...
...you select or , the system automatically switches to , the system keeps the A/C on. Using the Heater The heater uses engine coolant to the desired speed. If the engine is cold, it will not come on if it was off . If you switch to or mode from or to fresh ... is off the A/C. You cannot turn off . Select When you select , the system automatically switches to start with the temperature control dial. 122 2010 Accord Sedan Set the fan to the lower limit. 2. The A/C indicator will be several minutes before you switch the mode from the defroster vents at ...
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..., close the corner vents. To increase airflow to help 4. If the interior is set to fresh air mode and turns on the engine. Features CONTINUED 123 2010 Accord Sedan Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 66 ). Set the fan to maximum speed in combination with MAX A/C: 1. Make sure the temperature is very...
..., close the corner vents. To increase airflow to help 4. If the interior is set to fresh air mode and turns on the engine. Features CONTINUED 123 2010 Accord Sedan Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 66 ). Set the fan to maximum speed in combination with MAX A/C: 1. Make sure the temperature is very...