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instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. : If equipped 2012 Accord Sedan 57 Instrument Panel DOOR AND TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR (P.62) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P.64) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63) ... PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.61) TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR (P.61) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.60) VSA OFF INDICATOR (P.60) FUEL ECONOMY INDICATOR (P.61) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.59) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.58) DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P.63) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR ...
instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. : If equipped 2012 Accord Sedan 57 Instrument Panel DOOR AND TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR (P.62) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P.64) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63) ... PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.61) TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR (P.61) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.60) VSA OFF INDICATOR (P.60) FUEL ECONOMY INDICATOR (P.61) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.59) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.58) DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR (P.63) PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR ...
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...determine the cause. If it does not come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. ECO Fuel Economy Indicator V6 models While the engine is operating in its most economical range, this happens, pull to the side of the road when it indicates...Tire Pressure Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Instruments and Controls 2012 Accord Sedan 61 If two or more information, see page 407 ). For more of a flat tire, replace the flat tire with the TPMS. With ...
...determine the cause. If it does not come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. ECO Fuel Economy Indicator V6 models While the engine is operating in its most economical range, this happens, pull to the side of the road when it indicates...Tire Pressure Indicator This indicator normally comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Instruments and Controls 2012 Accord Sedan 61 If two or more information, see page 407 ). For more of a flat tire, replace the flat tire with the TPMS. With ...
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... Message ...291 Opening and Closing the Hood ...293 Oil Check ...295 Engine Coolant Check ...296 Fuel Economy ...297 Accessories and Modifications ...300 Carrying Cargo ...302 Before Driving 2012 Accord Sedan 287 The information in this section first. Before Driving Before you begin driving your vehicle, please read the information in this section will help...
... Message ...291 Opening and Closing the Hood ...293 Oil Check ...295 Engine Coolant Check ...296 Fuel Economy ...297 Accessories and Modifications ...300 Carrying Cargo ...302 Before Driving 2012 Accord Sedan 287 The information in this section first. Before Driving Before you begin driving your vehicle, please read the information in this section will help...
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...honda.ca for your dealer f or service. If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to come on oxygenated gasoline containing up of deposits in gasoline, help prevent f uel system and engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain good perf ormance, f uel economy... additives in your instrument panel to another brand of gasoline. 2012 Accord Sedan 289 Do not use of ''TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline''... met ''TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline'' standards at owners.honda.com. This fuel is blended with these additives may adversely af f ...
...honda.ca for your dealer f or service. If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms, try another service station or switch to come on oxygenated gasoline containing up of deposits in gasoline, help prevent f uel system and engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain good perf ormance, f uel economy... additives in your instrument panel to another brand of gasoline. 2012 Accord Sedan 289 Do not use of ''TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline''... met ''TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline'' standards at owners.honda.com. This fuel is blended with these additives may adversely af f ...
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... to predict fuel economy precisely for comparison when buying a vehicle. A range of combined fuel economy for other vehicles in a warmed-up vehicle, City MPG Highway MPG Combined Fuel Economy (Sample U.S. vehicles.gc.ca) 2012 Accord Sedan 297 Fuel Economy Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel Economy Estimates Comparison. It varies based on fuel economy ratings and factors that affect fuel economy, visit www. The EPA fuel economy estimates shown...
... to predict fuel economy precisely for comparison when buying a vehicle. A range of combined fuel economy for other vehicles in a warmed-up vehicle, City MPG Highway MPG Combined Fuel Economy (Sample U.S. vehicles.gc.ca) 2012 Accord Sedan 297 Fuel Economy Actual Mileage and EPA Fuel Economy Estimates Comparison. It varies based on fuel economy ratings and factors that affect fuel economy, visit www. The EPA fuel economy estimates shown...
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... also big contributors to the maintenance messages displayed on the engine, increasing fuel consumption. Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle It puts a heavier load on the 298 2012 Accord Sedan Maintain proper tire inflation An underinflated tire increases ''rolling resistance,'' which reduces fuel economy. Observe the speed limit Aerodynamic drag has a big effect on page 340...
... also big contributors to the maintenance messages displayed on the engine, increasing fuel consumption. Frequent cleaning helps your vehicle It puts a heavier load on the 298 2012 Accord Sedan Maintain proper tire inflation An underinflated tire increases ''rolling resistance,'' which reduces fuel economy. Observe the speed limit Aerodynamic drag has a big effect on page 340...
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... trip counter to zero. 3) Record the total gallons (liters) needed to refill. 4) Follow one of the simple calculations above. 2012 Accord Sedan 299 Fuel economy may improve over the first several short trips into one . Fuel Economy Minimize the use of the air conditioning system The A/C puts an extra load on the engine which makes it...
... trip counter to zero. 3) Record the total gallons (liters) needed to refill. 4) Follow one of the simple calculations above. 2012 Accord Sedan 299 Fuel economy may improve over the first several short trips into one . Fuel Economy Minimize the use of the air conditioning system The A/C puts an extra load on the engine which makes it...
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If this occurs, you good fuel economy and effective emissions control. This is caused by a limiter in the engine's computer controls. The engine will enter into the tachometer's red zone. The following ... that lets the engine run normally when you reduce the rpm below the red zone. This will not go into the tachometer's red zone. Driving 2012 Accord Sedan 311
If this occurs, you good fuel economy and effective emissions control. This is caused by a limiter in the engine's computer controls. The engine will enter into the tachometer's red zone. The following ... that lets the engine run normally when you reduce the rpm below the red zone. This will not go into the tachometer's red zone. Driving 2012 Accord Sedan 311
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... control when braking very hard. Braking System Design The hydraulic system that operates the brakes has two separate circuits. In addition, fuel economy can be reduced. If not, apply them . 318 2012 Accord Sedan If one circuit should develop a problem, you apply them gently and frequently until they do not have audible brake pad...
... control when braking very hard. Braking System Design The hydraulic system that operates the brakes has two separate circuits. In addition, fuel economy can be reduced. If not, apply them . 318 2012 Accord Sedan If one circuit should develop a problem, you apply them gently and frequently until they do not have audible brake pad...
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...conventional motor oil: it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. Ambient Temperature API CERTIFICATION SEAL Maintenance 2012 Accord Sedan 345 Make sure the API Certification Seal says ''For Gasoline Engines''. It is highly recommended that you use a synthetic... the same requirements given for optimum engine protection. Adding Engine Oil Honda Motor Oil is the preferred 0W-20 lubricant for yearround protection of your vehicle to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy. Synthetic Oil You may adversely affect the engine or transmission performance...
...conventional motor oil: it displays the API Certification Seal, and it is the proper weight. Ambient Temperature API CERTIFICATION SEAL Maintenance 2012 Accord Sedan 345 Make sure the API Certification Seal says ''For Gasoline Engines''. It is highly recommended that you use a synthetic... the same requirements given for optimum engine protection. Adding Engine Oil Honda Motor Oil is the preferred 0W-20 lubricant for yearround protection of your vehicle to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy. Synthetic Oil You may adversely affect the engine or transmission performance...
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... tread, and correctly inflated. Follow all instructions in which you think a tire might be seriously hurt or killed. Maintenance 372 2012 Accord Sedan Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are cold. Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can make your vehicle ride harshly, are in good...
... tread, and correctly inflated. Follow all instructions in which you think a tire might be seriously hurt or killed. Maintenance 372 2012 Accord Sedan Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are cold. Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can make your vehicle ride harshly, are in good...
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... on with the malf unction indicator lamp on -board diagnostics for an emissions test until it clicks at least once. It can reduce your fuel economy and cause increased emissions. Tighten the cap until the readiness codes are set. Tightening the cap will come on could be covered by a ...To check if they are part of the on , you continue driving, have a problem. Refer to make sure Taking Care of the Unexpected 398 2012 Accord Sedan If you may not be due to the ON (II) position, without starting the engine. If it then goes off immediately; Even though you...
... on with the malf unction indicator lamp on -board diagnostics for an emissions test until it clicks at least once. It can reduce your fuel economy and cause increased emissions. Tighten the cap until the readiness codes are set. Tightening the cap will come on could be covered by a ...To check if they are part of the on , you continue driving, have a problem. Refer to make sure Taking Care of the Unexpected 398 2012 Accord Sedan If you may not be due to the ON (II) position, without starting the engine. If it then goes off immediately; Even though you...
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......53 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ...16 F Fan, Interior ...125, 133 Features ...123 Filling the Fuel Tank ...290 Filters Dust and Pollen ...368 Oil ...346 Flashers, Hazard Warning...75 Flat Tire, Changing a ...385 ... Windshield Washer ...350 Fog Lights...74 Folding Rear Seat ...99 Four-way Flashers ...75 Front Airbags ...9, 24 E Economy, Fuel ...297 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) System...321 Emergencies...383 Battery, Jump Starting ...392 Brake System Indicator ...399 Changing......397 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...398 Overheated Engine ...395 CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan III
......53 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat Belts by ...16 F Fan, Interior ...125, 133 Features ...123 Filling the Fuel Tank ...290 Filters Dust and Pollen ...368 Oil ...346 Flashers, Hazard Warning...75 Flat Tire, Changing a ...385 ... Windshield Washer ...350 Fog Lights...74 Folding Rear Seat ...99 Four-way Flashers ...75 Front Airbags ...9, 24 E Economy, Fuel ...297 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) System...321 Emergencies...383 Battery, Jump Starting ...392 Brake System Indicator ...399 Changing......397 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...398 Overheated Engine ...395 CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan III
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... Message ...291 Fill Door and Cap...290 Gauge ...68 Low Fuel Indicator ...63 Octane Requirement ...288 Oxygenated ...289 Tank, Refueling ...290 Fuel Economy ...297 Fuel Economy (ECO) Indicator ...61 Fuses, Checking the ...400 Manual Transmission ...310 Glove Box ...118 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ...304, 327... Mirrors ...107 Heater, Seat ...102 HomeLink Universal Transceiver...258 G Gas Mileage, Improving ...297, 298 Gasoline ...288 Gauge ...68 Low Fuel Indicator ...63 Octane Requirement ...288 Tank, Refueling ...290 Gas Station Procedures...290 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature ...68...
... Message ...291 Fill Door and Cap...290 Gauge ...68 Low Fuel Indicator ...63 Octane Requirement ...288 Oxygenated ...289 Tank, Refueling ...290 Fuel Economy ...297 Fuel Economy (ECO) Indicator ...61 Fuses, Checking the ...400 Manual Transmission ...310 Glove Box ...118 Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) ...304, 327... Mirrors ...107 Heater, Seat ...102 HomeLink Universal Transceiver...258 G Gas Mileage, Improving ...297, 298 Gasoline ...288 Gauge ...68 Low Fuel Indicator ...63 Octane Requirement ...288 Tank, Refueling ...290 Gas Station Procedures...290 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature ...68...
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...64 Cruise Main ...64 Door and Trunk Open...62 DRL (Daytime Running Lights)...63 Fog Lights ...64 Fuel Economy Indicator ...61 High Beam ...63 Key (Immobilizer System) ...64 Lights On ...62 Low Fuel ...63 Low Oil Pressure ...58, 397 Low Tire Pressure ...61 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...398 Security ...357 Indicator ...57 Parking ...71 Turn Signal ...62, 71 LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ...80 Locks Anti-theft Steering Column ...80 Childproof Door ...88 Fuel Fill Door ...290 Glove Box ...118 Lockout Prevention ...82 Power Door ...81 Trunk ...92 CONTINUED J Jacking up the Vehicle ...386 Jack, Tire ...
...64 Cruise Main ...64 Door and Trunk Open...62 DRL (Daytime Running Lights)...63 Fog Lights ...64 Fuel Economy Indicator ...61 High Beam ...63 Key (Immobilizer System) ...64 Lights On ...62 Low Fuel ...63 Low Oil Pressure ...58, 397 Low Tire Pressure ...61 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...398 Security ...357 Indicator ...57 Parking ...71 Turn Signal ...62, 71 LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ...80 Locks Anti-theft Steering Column ...80 Childproof Door ...88 Fuel Fill Door ...290 Glove Box ...118 Lockout Prevention ...82 Power Door ...81 Trunk ...92 CONTINUED J Jacking up the Vehicle ...386 Jack, Tire ...