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...contact information)...427 Authorized Manuals (U.S. Navigation Key Your Vehicle at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of Contents 2012 Accord Sedan Online Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety ...(seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ...55 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink , and other convenience items)......
...contact information)...427 Authorized Manuals (U.S. Navigation Key Your Vehicle at a Glance Chapter Table of Contents Index Book Table of Contents 2012 Accord Sedan Online Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety ...(seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ...55 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, security, cruise control, HomeLink , and other convenience items)......
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Maintenance The Maintenance MinderTM shows you when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2012 Accord Sedan Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to tow a trailer. Warranty and Customer ... to contact us for detailed information. Refer to your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on the dashboard and steering column. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use , how to protect children with child restraints. There is also a...
Maintenance The Maintenance MinderTM shows you when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2012 Accord Sedan Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to tow a trailer. Warranty and Customer ... to contact us for detailed information. Refer to your vehicle's seat belts, an overview of the supplemental restraint system, and valuable information on the dashboard and steering column. Driver and Passenger Safety Important information about the proper use , how to protect children with child restraints. There is also a...
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... The most important things you need to supplement the seat belts. Driver and Passenger Safety They are not properly restrained or sitting properly. 10 2012 Accord Sedan Airbags can occur in rear collisions, or minor frontal or side collisions. A front passenger should do: Always wear your safety. So ...while airbags help save lives, they can maximize your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the dashboard as possible while allowing full control of this section gives more serious or even fatal injuries if occupants are designed to know about how...
... The most important things you need to supplement the seat belts. Driver and Passenger Safety They are not properly restrained or sitting properly. 10 2012 Accord Sedan Airbags can occur in rear collisions, or minor frontal or side collisions. A front passenger should do: Always wear your safety. So ...while airbags help save lives, they can maximize your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the dashboard as possible while allowing full control of this section gives more serious or even fatal injuries if occupants are designed to know about how...
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... with adjustable seatbacks should also adjust their seatback to adjust a front seat (power adjustment) and page 95 for how to a comfortable, upright position. 12 2012 Accord Sedan If you cannot get far enough away from the front airbags as far back from the steering wheel and still reach the controls, we... and down, and in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate. Adjust the Seat-Backs Sitting too close to the steering wheel or dashboard, you can result in and out (see page 77 ). See page 94 for a manual adjustment. Protecting Adults and Teens If you sit too...
... with adjustable seatbacks should also adjust their seatback to adjust a front seat (power adjustment) and page 95 for how to a comfortable, upright position. 12 2012 Accord Sedan If you cannot get far enough away from the front airbags as far back from the steering wheel and still reach the controls, we... and down, and in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate. Adjust the Seat-Backs Sitting too close to the steering wheel or dashboard, you can result in and out (see page 77 ). See page 94 for a manual adjustment. Protecting Adults and Teens If you sit too...
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... less force (see page 20 ). The driver's airbag is in the dashboard. Sensors that monitors the distance of the steering wheel; The airbags are stored in the center of the seat from the front airbag. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 23 Two side airbags, one for the driver and one...
... less force (see page 20 ). The driver's airbag is in the dashboard. Sensors that monitors the distance of the steering wheel; The airbags are stored in the center of the seat from the front airbag. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 23 Two side airbags, one for the driver and one...
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... will detect the vehicle's rapid deceleration. Additional Information About Your Airbags An indicator on the dashboard that alerts you that the passenger's front airbag has been turned off (see page 32 ). Driver and Passenger Safety 24 2012 Accord Sedan How Your Front Airbags Work During a frontal crash, your seat belt restrains your lower...
... will detect the vehicle's rapid deceleration. Additional Information About Your Airbags An indicator on the dashboard that alerts you that the passenger's front airbag has been turned off (see page 32 ). Driver and Passenger Safety 24 2012 Accord Sedan How Your Front Airbags Work During a frontal crash, your seat belt restrains your lower...
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... is properly positioned on the floor (see page 32 ). Moving the front seat or seat-back forcibly back against the folded rear seat. 28 2012 Accord Sedan When the passenger airbag gets turned off by the weight sensors, a ''passenger airbag off indicator in the front seat, the airbag is no... with the proper operation of the front passenger's seat and its sensors. This includes: A rear passenger pushing or pulling on the back of the dashboard comes on (see page 367 ). Hanging heavy items on the front passenger seat, or placing heavy items in the center of the front passenger's...
... is properly positioned on the floor (see page 32 ). Moving the front seat or seat-back forcibly back against the folded rear seat. 28 2012 Accord Sedan When the passenger airbag gets turned off by the weight sensors, a ''passenger airbag off indicator in the front seat, the airbag is no... with the proper operation of the front passenger's seat and its sensors. This includes: A rear passenger pushing or pulling on the back of the dashboard comes on (see page 367 ). Hanging heavy items on the front passenger seat, or placing heavy items in the center of the front passenger's...
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models) and on these labels. U.S. Please read and follow the instructions on the front visors. Protecting Children To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. Models SUN VISORS General Guidelines DASHBOARD Driver and Passenger Safety Canadian Models SUN VISORS 2012 Accord Sedan 37
models) and on these labels. U.S. Please read and follow the instructions on the front visors. Protecting Children To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. Models SUN VISORS General Guidelines DASHBOARD Driver and Passenger Safety Canadian Models SUN VISORS 2012 Accord Sedan 37
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... seat belt is properly positioned and secured (see pages 94 and 95 ). seat belt in a crash. 38 2012 Accord Sedan If they do, they could be thrown forward and crush the child against the dashboard or a seat-back. If you could press deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries. Additional...
... seat belt is properly positioned and secured (see pages 94 and 95 ). seat belt in a crash. 38 2012 Accord Sedan If they do, they could be thrown forward and crush the child against the dashboard or a seat-back. If you could press deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries. Additional...
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DASHBOARD U.S. models Canadian models Driver and Passenger Safety DOORJAMBS U.S. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. models only SUN VISORS U.S. models Canadian models RADIATOR CAP 54 2012 Accord Sedan Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S.
DASHBOARD U.S. models Canadian models Driver and Passenger Safety DOORJAMBS U.S. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. models only SUN VISORS U.S. models Canadian models RADIATOR CAP 54 2012 Accord Sedan Safety Labels These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that could cause serious injury or death. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for the U.S.
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... lighting, turn on the lights manually when driving at dusk, for a long time. The lights on indicator comes on top of the dashboard. Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you turn the light switch to the position. The lights and indicator ... Turn Signals and Headlights If equipped AUTO The automatic lighting feature turns on the headlights and all other exterior lights, when it . 72 2012 Accord Sedan You should also turn off for example). LIGHT SENSOR The automatic lighting feature is controlled by a sensor located on as long tunnels ...
... lighting, turn on the lights manually when driving at dusk, for a long time. The lights on indicator comes on top of the dashboard. Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you turn the light switch to the position. The lights and indicator ... Turn Signals and Headlights If equipped AUTO The automatic lighting feature turns on the headlights and all other exterior lights, when it . 72 2012 Accord Sedan You should also turn off for example). LIGHT SENSOR The automatic lighting feature is controlled by a sensor located on as long tunnels ...
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... when driving through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to use this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the windshield. Features 2012 Accord Sedan 125 The system should be left in the dashboard. Rear Window Defogger Button / This button turns the rear window defogger on and off (see page 128 to fresh air...
... when driving through dusty or smoky conditions, then return to use this dial clockwise increases the temperature of the windshield. Features 2012 Accord Sedan 125 The system should be left in the dashboard. Rear Window Defogger Button / This button turns the rear window defogger on and off (see page 128 to fresh air...
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...the A/C, press the A/C button to illuminate the indicator, then press it again to turn the A/C off . Air flows from the dashboard corner vents in the dashboard, and the vents on the back of the windshield. The A/C indicator will flow from the defroster vents at the base of the center...mode and turns on the A/C. Air flows from , the A/C turns off in the dashboard and the back of the windshield. Airflow is divided between the vents in this mode. : If equipped 126 2012 Accord Sedan Features When you select or , the system automatically switches to fresh air mode. If...
...the A/C, press the A/C button to illuminate the indicator, then press it again to turn the A/C off . Air flows from the dashboard corner vents in the dashboard, and the vents on the back of the windshield. The A/C indicator will flow from the defroster vents at the base of the center...mode and turns on the A/C. Air flows from , the A/C turns off in the dashboard and the back of the windshield. Airflow is divided between the vents in this mode. : If equipped 126 2012 Accord Sedan Features When you select or , the system automatically switches to fresh air mode. If...
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...The A/C indicator will be several minutes before you can cool it was off to maximum speed in the center and each side of the dashboard, and on the back of the air with (see page 68 ). Features 1. Turn on the A/C by partially opening the windows, turning...interior, then releases it moves near the rear window. 1. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see the first column on this page). 2. CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 127 Set the temperature to the desired speed. Select . 4. If you select , the system automatically switches to the desired speed. 3. ...
...The A/C indicator will be several minutes before you can cool it was off to maximum speed in the center and each side of the dashboard, and on the back of the air with (see page 68 ). Features 1. Turn on the A/C by partially opening the windows, turning...interior, then releases it moves near the rear window. 1. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see the first column on this page). 2. CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 127 Set the temperature to the desired speed. Select . 4. If you select , the system automatically switches to the desired speed. 3. ...
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... all the windows before driving. The A/C indicator does not come on the A/C. For your safety, make sure you can also open or close the dashboard corner vents by moving the tab on each vent. To Turn Everything Off Turning the fan speed control dial all times. To clear the windows... faster, you have the fan running at all the way to start with the dial between them. 2012 Accord Sedan 129 The system 1. Set the fan and temperature controls to the windshield defroster vents. To keep stale air and mustiness from the rear ...
... all the windows before driving. The A/C indicator does not come on the A/C. For your safety, make sure you can also open or close the dashboard corner vents by moving the tab on each vent. To Turn Everything Off Turning the fan speed control dial all times. To clear the windows... faster, you have the fan running at all the way to start with the dial between them. 2012 Accord Sedan 129 The system 1. Set the fan and temperature controls to the windshield defroster vents. To keep stale air and mustiness from the rear ...
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... fan speed and airflow levels. 1. The direction of airflow from the vents in the center and each side of the dashboard, and on models with the temperature control switch. Features CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 131 Press the Auto button. Set the desired temperature with navigation system). 2. Push down the switch to increase the...
... fan speed and airflow levels. 1. The direction of airflow from the vents in the center and each side of the dashboard, and on models with the temperature control switch. Features CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 131 Press the Auto button. Set the desired temperature with navigation system). 2. Push down the switch to increase the...
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..., close the vents, rotate the wheel under each corner vent. When you have made. Mode Control Features Air flows from the dashboard vents in the dashboard and the back of the center console, and the floor vents. This button directs the main airflow to high. For faster defrosting... control so the airflow feels warm. For your safety, make sure you select , the system automatically switches to its former settings. 134 2012 Accord Sedan Climate Control System Rear Window Defogger Button This button turns the rear window defogger off and on the back of the center console. ...
..., close the vents, rotate the wheel under each corner vent. When you have made. Mode Control Features Air flows from the dashboard vents in the dashboard and the back of the center console, and the floor vents. This button directs the main airflow to high. For faster defrosting... control so the airflow feels warm. For your safety, make sure you select , the system automatically switches to its former settings. 134 2012 Accord Sedan Climate Control System Rear Window Defogger Button This button turns the rear window defogger off and on the back of the center console. ...
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You can adjust the direction of the dashboard, and a temperature sensor next to -side. The climate control system has two sensors: a sunlight sensor on top of the airflow by moving the tab on .../ Temperature Sensor TEMPERATURE SENSOR Features Close TABS The airflow from the rear vents can also open or close the vents with the dial between them . 2012 Accord Sedan 137
You can adjust the direction of the dashboard, and a temperature sensor next to -side. The climate control system has two sensors: a sunlight sensor on top of the airflow by moving the tab on .../ Temperature Sensor TEMPERATURE SENSOR Features Close TABS The airflow from the rear vents can also open or close the vents with the dial between them . 2012 Accord Sedan 137
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... For the system to activate, you must lock the doors from the outside with the trunk release lever or the emergency trunk opener. CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 249 Features The security system does not set , you leave the vehicle, make sure the doors, trunk and hood are securely closed .... The alarm will cause the alarm to break into your vehicle and valuables from the dashboard, or the wiring is cut. The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights and taillights flashes if someone ...
... For the system to activate, you must lock the doors from the outside with the trunk release lever or the emergency trunk opener. CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 249 Features The security system does not set , you leave the vehicle, make sure the doors, trunk and hood are securely closed .... The alarm will cause the alarm to break into your vehicle and valuables from the dashboard, or the wiring is cut. The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights and taillights flashes if someone ...
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... in use the audio system volume knob or the steering wheel volume controls. Features MICROPHONE Air or wind noise from the dashboard and side vents, windows and moonroof may be misinterpreted. CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 263 Many commands can say ''Call 123-456'' or ''Dial Peter.'' When HFL is in a clear, natural tone...
... in use the audio system volume knob or the steering wheel volume controls. Features MICROPHONE Air or wind noise from the dashboard and side vents, windows and moonroof may be misinterpreted. CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 263 Many commands can say ''Call 123-456'' or ''Dial Peter.'' When HFL is in a clear, natural tone...