Owner's Manual
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... (P.246) COMPASS (P.251) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 23) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.124) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.130) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.138) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.310) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.312) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.244) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.117) : If equipped 2012 Accord Sedan 3 Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.77) GAUGES (P.65) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 23) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM...
... (P.246) COMPASS (P.251) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 23) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.124) CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.130) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.138) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.310) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.312) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.244) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.117) : If equipped 2012 Accord Sedan 3 Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.77) GAUGES (P.65) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 23) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM...
Owner's Manual
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... SYSTEM (P.130) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.138) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.310) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.312) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.117) Instruments and Controls TRUNK RELEASE LEVER (P.92) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE LEVER ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET USB ADAPTER CABLE (P.290) (P.116) (P.169, 180, 220, 230) U.S. AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.244) : If equipped 56 2012 Accord Sedan EX-L V6 model without navigation system...
... SYSTEM (P.130) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.138) MANUAL TRANSMISSION (P.310) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (P.312) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.117) Instruments and Controls TRUNK RELEASE LEVER (P.92) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE LEVER ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET USB ADAPTER CABLE (P.290) (P.116) (P.169, 180, 220, 230) U.S. AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.244) : If equipped 56 2012 Accord Sedan EX-L V6 model without navigation system...
Owner's Manual
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... from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. ON (II) This is the normal key position when driving. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in Park. START (III) Use this position only to turn the key, push it difficult to the ON (II... the ignition switch. The switch returns to lose control of the vehicle. Removing the key from the ignition switch only when parked. 80 2012 Accord Sedan This can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position. Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the...
... from the ignition switch while driving locks the steering. ON (II) This is the normal key position when driving. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in Park. START (III) Use this position only to turn the key, push it difficult to the ON (II... the ignition switch. The switch returns to lose control of the vehicle. Removing the key from the ignition switch only when parked. 80 2012 Accord Sedan This can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position. Ignition Switch If the front wheels are turned, the...
Owner's Manual
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... and facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer. Preparing to operate the manual and automatic transmissions. It also includes important information on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to Drive ...308 Starting the Engine...309... Manual Transmission...310 Automatic Transmission...312 Parking ...317 Braking System...318 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...319 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System...321 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...323 Towing a Trailer ...326 Driving 2012 Accord Sedan 307
... and facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer. Preparing to operate the manual and automatic transmissions. It also includes important information on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to Drive ...308 Starting the Engine...309... Manual Transmission...310 Automatic Transmission...312 Parking ...317 Braking System...318 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...319 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System...321 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...323 Towing a Trailer ...326 Driving 2012 Accord Sedan 307
Owner's Manual
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...the engine's f uel system is in Park. Driving 2012 Accord Sedan 309 In cold weather, turn the ignition key to this problem. Do not hold the key in cold weather. The engine is pressed. Press on the battery. 3. Automatic transmission: 4. If the engine does not start in the ...START (III) position for at least 10 seconds before trying again. Also, the thinner air f ound at a time. Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal down all electrical accessories to...
...the engine's f uel system is in Park. Driving 2012 Accord Sedan 309 In cold weather, turn the ignition key to this problem. Do not hold the key in cold weather. The engine is pressed. Press on the battery. 3. Automatic transmission: 4. If the engine does not start in the ...START (III) position for at least 10 seconds before trying again. Also, the thinner air f ound at a time. Manual transmission: Press the clutch pedal down all electrical accessories to...
Owner's Manual
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...tachometer and speedometer show which position the shift lever is in the transmission. You cannot shift out of the shift lever, then move the lever. Avoid rapid acceleration, and have the transmission checked by your dealer as soon as possible. If the malfunction ...Park when the ignition switch is in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position. 312 2012 Accord Sedan Shifting SHIFT LEVER Driving RELEASE BUTTON To shift from Park to the ON (II) position. Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators The ''D'' indicator comes on along with the ''D'' indicator, there...
...tachometer and speedometer show which position the shift lever is in the transmission. You cannot shift out of the shift lever, then move the lever. Avoid rapid acceleration, and have the transmission checked by your dealer as soon as possible. If the malfunction ...Park when the ignition switch is in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position. 312 2012 Accord Sedan Shifting SHIFT LEVER Driving RELEASE BUTTON To shift from Park to the ON (II) position. Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicators The ''D'' indicator comes on along with the ''D'' indicator, there...
Owner's Manual
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...release button on the brake pedal when you are moving the shift lever from Park to reverse. Park (P) This position mechanically locks the transmission. Press on the front of the shift lever to move the lever out of Park, see Shift Lock Release on the front of...Automatic Transmission To shift from reverse to neutral, come to a complete stop before shifting into Park. To shift from : P to R R to P N to R D to D3 D3 to 2 2 to 1 1 to 2 2 to D3 D3 to D D to N N to D R to N Do this: Press the brake pedal and press the shift lever release button. Driving CONTINUED 2012 Accord...
...release button on the brake pedal when you are moving the shift lever from Park to reverse. Park (P) This position mechanically locks the transmission. Press on the front of the shift lever to move the lever out of Park, see Shift Lock Release on the front of...Automatic Transmission To shift from reverse to neutral, come to a complete stop before shifting into Park. To shift from : P to R R to P N to R D to D3 D3 to 2 2 to 1 1 to 2 2 to D3 D3 to D D to N N to D R to N Do this: Press the brake pedal and press the shift lever release button. Driving CONTINUED 2012 Accord...
Owner's Manual
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... not downshift to provide engine braking when going down a steep hill. To help reduce wheel spin. You may notice the transmission shifting up faster. Automatic Transmission Drive (D) Use this transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. 314 2012 Accord Sedan Second (2) To shift to D, except only the first three gears are selected. This position locks the...
... not downshift to provide engine braking when going down a steep hill. To help reduce wheel spin. You may notice the transmission shifting up faster. Automatic Transmission Drive (D) Use this transmission much like a manual transmission without a clutch pedal. 314 2012 Accord Sedan Second (2) To shift to D, except only the first three gears are selected. This position locks the...
Owner's Manual
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... the parking brake. 2. Driving COVER 3. Automatic Transmission Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in and out. Insert the key in the engine's computer controls. Shift Lock Release This allows you reduce the rpm below the red zone. CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 315 This is caused by...
... the parking brake. 2. Driving COVER 3. Automatic Transmission Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in and out. Insert the key in the engine's computer controls. Shift Lock Release This allows you reduce the rpm below the red zone. CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 315 This is caused by...
Owner's Manual
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... your vehicle is on the key while you need to neutral. 316 2012 Accord Sedan Driving SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT 5. Push down on the right side. Insert the key into the ignition switch, press the brake pedal, and restart the engine. Automatic Transmission RELEASE BUTTON 6. Remove the key from the shift lock release slot...
... your vehicle is on the key while you need to neutral. 316 2012 Accord Sedan Driving SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT 5. Push down on the right side. Insert the key into the ignition switch, press the brake pedal, and restart the engine. Automatic Transmission RELEASE BUTTON 6. Remove the key from the shift lock release slot...
Owner's Manual
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...the windows are closed. Except LX If the vehicle is fully released before you . Driving with you put the transmission in reverse gear. Driving Check the indicator on fire. 2012 Accord Sedan 317 Make sure the parking brake is facing uphill, turn the front wheels toward the curb. Place any...set the parking brake before driving away. Never park over dry leaves, tall grass, or other flammable materials. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, set can overheat or damage the rear brakes. Turn off the lights. If your vehicle may roll if it is facing downhill, ...
...the windows are closed. Except LX If the vehicle is fully released before you . Driving with you put the transmission in reverse gear. Driving Check the indicator on fire. 2012 Accord Sedan 317 Make sure the parking brake is facing uphill, turn the front wheels toward the curb. Place any...set the parking brake before driving away. Never park over dry leaves, tall grass, or other flammable materials. If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, set can overheat or damage the rear brakes. Turn off the lights. If your vehicle may roll if it is facing downhill, ...
Owner's Manual
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... performance, so driving with trailers. Do not brake or turn suddenly as recommended by the trailer maker. Driving on level roads. If the automatic transmission shifts frequently while going up a hill, shift to use the D position when towing a trailer on Hills Drive slower than your vehicle, and...normal in all driving situations, and obey posted speed limits for vehicles with a trailer requires some special driving skills and techniques. Driving CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 331 If it can hit or run over . Towing a Trailer The lights and brakes on Hills'' in the next column for...
... performance, so driving with trailers. Do not brake or turn suddenly as recommended by the trailer maker. Driving on level roads. If the automatic transmission shifts frequently while going up a hill, shift to use the D position when towing a trailer on Hills Drive slower than your vehicle, and...normal in all driving situations, and obey posted speed limits for vehicles with a trailer requires some special driving skills and techniques. Driving CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 331 If it can hit or run over . Towing a Trailer The lights and brakes on Hills'' in the next column for...
Owner's Manual
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... move the trailer to make quick steering or braking corrections. Driving 332 2012 Accord Sedan Do not try to the right. If your vehicle needs to overheat. When being passed by passing trucks can cause the automatic transmission to be towed behind a motor home. Do not try to hold.... Grip the bottom of the trailer's tires. Follow all normal precautions when parking, including firmly setting the parking brake and putting the transmission in Park (automatic) or in an emergency, see page 407 . Do not ''ride'' the brakes, and remember, it will take longer to be ...
... move the trailer to make quick steering or braking corrections. Driving 332 2012 Accord Sedan Do not try to the right. If your vehicle needs to overheat. When being passed by passing trucks can cause the automatic transmission to be towed behind a motor home. Do not try to hold.... Grip the bottom of the trailer's tires. Follow all normal precautions when parking, including firmly setting the parking brake and putting the transmission in Park (automatic) or in an emergency, see page 407 . Do not ''ride'' the brakes, and remember, it will take longer to be ...
Owner's Manual
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...Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...346 Engine Coolant ...348 Windshield Washers ...350 Transmission Fluid ...351 Automatic Transmission...351 Manual Transmission ...353 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...354 Brake Fluid ...354 Clutch Fluid ...355 ...Power Steering Fluid ...355 Timing Belt ...356 Lights ...357 Cleaning the Seat Belts ...367 Floor Mats ...367 Dust and Pollen Filter ...368 Wiper Blades ...369 Tires ...372 Checking the Battery ...380 Vehicle Storage ...381 Interior Care ...382 Maintenance 2012 Accord...
...Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...346 Engine Coolant ...348 Windshield Washers ...350 Transmission Fluid ...351 Automatic Transmission...351 Manual Transmission ...353 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...354 Brake Fluid ...354 Clutch Fluid ...355 ...Power Steering Fluid ...355 Timing Belt ...356 Lights ...357 Cleaning the Seat Belts ...367 Floor Mats ...367 Dust and Pollen Filter ...368 Wiper Blades ...369 Tires ...372 Checking the Battery ...380 Vehicle Storage ...381 Interior Care ...382 Maintenance 2012 Accord...
Owner's Manual
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We recommend using Honda parts and fluids whenever you fill the fuel tank. Vehicles: According to state and federal regulations, failure to keep your emissions warranties. Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly. Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. Tires Check the tire pressure ... Make sure to the appropriate page listed. Maintenance may be confident of completion, and have maintenance done. U.S. Maintenance 340 2012 Accord Sedan Engine oil level Check every time you can be done by the information display. Lights Check the operation of automotive ...
We recommend using Honda parts and fluids whenever you fill the fuel tank. Vehicles: According to state and federal regulations, failure to keep your emissions warranties. Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly. Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. Tires Check the tire pressure ... Make sure to the appropriate page listed. Maintenance may be confident of completion, and have maintenance done. U.S. Maintenance 340 2012 Accord Sedan Engine oil level Check every time you can be done by the information display. Lights Check the operation of automotive ...
Owner's Manual
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Fluid Locations 4-cylinder models BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Light gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange handle) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) Maintenance ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP 342 2012 Accord Sedan
Fluid Locations 4-cylinder models BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Light gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange handle) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) Maintenance ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP 342 2012 Accord Sedan
Owner's Manual
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Fluid Locations V6 models ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) Maintenance WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP 2012 Accord Sedan 343
Fluid Locations V6 models ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) Maintenance WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP 2012 Accord Sedan 343
Owner's Manual
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...until the radiator fan comes on level ground. For accurate results, wait about 60 seconds (but no longer than 90 seconds) before doing step 2. 2. Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission DIPSTICK DIPSTICK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK V6 models 4-cylinder models 4-cylinder models Check the fluid level with a clean cloth. 3. Park the vehicle on ,... shut off the engine. Start the engine, let it with the engine at normal operating temperature. 1. Insert the dipstick all the way into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration. Maintenance CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 351
...until the radiator fan comes on level ground. For accurate results, wait about 60 seconds (but no longer than 90 seconds) before doing step 2. 2. Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission DIPSTICK DIPSTICK UPPER MARK LOWER MARK V6 models 4-cylinder models 4-cylinder models Check the fluid level with a clean cloth. 3. Park the vehicle on ,... shut off the engine. Start the engine, let it with the engine at normal operating temperature. 1. Insert the dipstick all the way into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration. Maintenance CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 351
Owner's Manual
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... shown in the engine compartment. Damage resulting f rom the use Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid). 6. Clean up any . It should be between the upper and lower marks. Maintenance 352 2012 Accord Sedan UPPER MARK LOWER MARK V6 models Always use of transmission f luid other transmission f luids. Transmission Fluid Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you are...
... shown in the engine compartment. Damage resulting f rom the use Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid). 6. Clean up any . It should be between the upper and lower marks. Maintenance 352 2012 Accord Sedan UPPER MARK LOWER MARK V6 models Always use of transmission f luid other transmission f luids. Transmission Fluid Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you are...
Owner's Manual
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... the fuses are OK, there is discharged or the connections are very dim or do not dim, check the condition of the Unexpected 390 2012 Accord Sedan The engine's starter motor does not operate at all the way to the floor or the starter will need a qualified mechanic to the... Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly When you try jump starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 380 ). With an automatic transmission, it is discharged. You will not operate. If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you turn the ignition switch to determine the problem...
... the fuses are OK, there is discharged or the connections are very dim or do not dim, check the condition of the Unexpected 390 2012 Accord Sedan The engine's starter motor does not operate at all the way to the floor or the starter will need a qualified mechanic to the... Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly When you try jump starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 380 ). With an automatic transmission, it is discharged. You will not operate. If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you turn the ignition switch to determine the problem...
