Owner's Manual
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...warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of Contents 00X31-TA5-6400 © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - Your dealer is dedicated to your new vehicle is preceded by a symbol. Maintaining your vehicle..., other property, or the environment. As you avoid damage to your investment. All Rights Reserved 2012 Accord Sedan i It will give you can refer to keep your driving trouble-free while it , you will find... is specially trained in your vehicle so you years of a 2012 Honda Accord was a wise investment.
...warranty booklet thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of Contents 00X31-TA5-6400 © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - Your dealer is dedicated to your new vehicle is preceded by a symbol. Maintaining your vehicle..., other property, or the environment. As you avoid damage to your investment. All Rights Reserved 2012 Accord Sedan i It will give you can refer to keep your driving trouble-free while it , you will find... is specially trained in your vehicle so you years of a 2012 Honda Accord was a wise investment.
Owner's Manual
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... be installed as firmly as possible. However, it is compliant with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. A child whose seat is properly strapped in the child seat according to the child seat maker's instructions. Make sure the child seat is... the correct type for CHildren) system. All child seats must be movement can be ''rock solid.'' Some side-to-side 2012 Accord...
... be installed as firmly as possible. However, it is compliant with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213. A child whose seat is properly strapped in the child seat according to the child seat maker's instructions. Make sure the child seat is... the correct type for CHildren) system. All child seats must be movement can be ''rock solid.'' Some side-to-side 2012 Accord...
Owner's Manual
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... moonroof switch again. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the outside. You can damage the moonroof panel or its motor. 2012 Accord Sedan 113 Moonroof Auto Reverse If the moonroof runs into any obstacle while it is closing it will reverse direction, and then stop. Instruments and...
... moonroof switch again. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the outside. You can damage the moonroof panel or its motor. 2012 Accord Sedan 113 Moonroof Auto Reverse If the moonroof runs into any obstacle while it is closing it will reverse direction, and then stop. Instruments and...
Owner's Manual
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... other safety and reverse stop and reverse features. If your unit does not have safety features that cause the motor to stop and reverse upon contacting the piece of injury. Features 258 2012 Accord Sedan HomeLink Universal Transceiver EX-L V6 The HomeLink universal transceiver built into your vehicle can be programmed to operate...
... other safety and reverse stop and reverse features. If your unit does not have safety features that cause the motor to stop and reverse upon contacting the piece of injury. Features 258 2012 Accord Sedan HomeLink Universal Transceiver EX-L V6 The HomeLink universal transceiver built into your vehicle can be programmed to operate...
Owner's Manual
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..., and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Operation is under license. As required by Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Rearview Camera and Monitor On models with Part 15 of the FCC rules. is subject to the following two conditions: (1)... manual for operation of the rearview camera. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Features 286 2012 Accord Sedan Bluetooth HandsFreeLink , Rearview Camera and Monitor Bluetooth Wireless Technology The Bluetooth name and logos are those of their respective owners.
..., and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Operation is under license. As required by Honda Motor Co., Ltd. Rearview Camera and Monitor On models with Part 15 of the FCC rules. is subject to the following two conditions: (1)... manual for operation of the rearview camera. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Features 286 2012 Accord Sedan Bluetooth HandsFreeLink , Rearview Camera and Monitor Bluetooth Wireless Technology The Bluetooth name and logos are those of their respective owners.
Owner's Manual
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... which reduces fuel economy. Keep your vehicle clean In particular, a build-up of snow or mud on the 298 2012 Accord Sedan Always drive in the highest gear possible If your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. Always maintain your vehicle... according to increased drag. For example: Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 340 ). Frequent cleaning helps your...
... which reduces fuel economy. Keep your vehicle clean In particular, a build-up of snow or mud on the 298 2012 Accord Sedan Always drive in the highest gear possible If your vehicle has a manual transmission, you reduce the drag. Always maintain your vehicle... according to increased drag. For example: Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 340 ). Frequent cleaning helps your...
Owner's Manual
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Crosswinds and air turbulence caused by passing trucks can cause the automatic transmission to be towed behind a motor home. Do not try to hold the vehicle in place by a large vehicle, keep a constant speed, and steer straight ahead. Follow all normal precautions when ... on the accelerator, as this can disrupt your vehicle needs to overheat. Parking Towing Your Vehicle Your vehicle is not designed to sway. Driving 332 2012 Accord Sedan Turn the wheel to the right to move to the left to get the trailer to move the trailer to make quick steering or...
Crosswinds and air turbulence caused by passing trucks can cause the automatic transmission to be towed behind a motor home. Do not try to hold the vehicle in place by a large vehicle, keep a constant speed, and steer straight ahead. Follow all normal precautions when ... on the accelerator, as this can disrupt your vehicle needs to overheat. Parking Towing Your Vehicle Your vehicle is not designed to sway. Driving 332 2012 Accord Sedan Turn the wheel to the right to move to the left to get the trailer to move the trailer to make quick steering or...
Owner's Manual
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...20 lubricant for your vehicle. Additives 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 highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for optimum engine protection. Synthetic Oil...Your vehicle does not require any oil additives. The oil viscosity or weight is provided on the information display. Adding Engine Oil Honda Motor Oil is formulated for yearround protection of your vehicle to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy. It is the proper weight. ...
...20 lubricant for your vehicle. Additives 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 highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for optimum engine protection. Synthetic Oil...Your vehicle does not require any oil additives. The oil viscosity or weight is provided on the information display. Adding Engine Oil Honda Motor Oil is formulated for yearround protection of your vehicle to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy. It is the proper weight. ...
Owner's Manual
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...place. The fluid level should be up to run out of the front bumper. If it starts to the edge of the bolt hole. Maintenance 2012 Accord Sedan 353 If you may use can cause stiffer shifting. Correct level CLIP UNDER COVER 4-cylinder models Check the fluid level with a flat-tip ...screwdriver, then remove the under cover carefully. Make sure the under cover is not, add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it is installed under the edge of the hole. However, motor oil does not contain the proper additives, and continued use an SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20 viscosity...
...place. The fluid level should be up to run out of the front bumper. If it starts to the edge of the bolt hole. Maintenance 2012 Accord Sedan 353 If you may use can cause stiffer shifting. Correct level CLIP UNDER COVER 4-cylinder models Check the fluid level with a flat-tip ...screwdriver, then remove the under cover carefully. Make sure the under cover is not, add Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it is installed under the edge of the hole. However, motor oil does not contain the proper additives, and continued use an SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20 viscosity...
Owner's Manual
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...) position: You hear nothing, or almost nothing at all, the battery is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. See Jump Starting on the headlights, and check their brightness. You will not operate. You may hear a clicking sound, a series of clicks,... are OK, there is discharged. If the headlights are very dim or do not dim, check the condition of the Unexpected 390 2012 Accord Sedan Check the condition of the engine trying to start . If the headlights do not come on page 407 ). Nothing Happens or the...
...) position: You hear nothing, or almost nothing at all, the battery is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. See Jump Starting on the headlights, and check their brightness. You will not operate. You may hear a clicking sound, a series of clicks,... are OK, there is discharged. If the headlights are very dim or do not dim, check the condition of the Unexpected 390 2012 Accord Sedan Check the condition of the engine trying to start . If the headlights do not come on page 407 ). Nothing Happens or the...
Owner's Manual
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... in the instrument panel to blink rapidly (see page 400 ). Check the fuel gauge; If you find the problem. Taking Care of the Unexpected 2012 Accord Sedan 391 the low fuel indicator may be working. An improperly coded key will need a qualified technician to the START (III) position, but the... engine does not run. If the Engine Won't Start The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor's speed sounds normal, or even faster than normal, when you have fuel? See Emergency Towing on page 309 . Do you turn the ignition switch...
... in the instrument panel to blink rapidly (see page 400 ). Check the fuel gauge; If you find the problem. Taking Care of the Unexpected 2012 Accord Sedan 391 the low fuel indicator may be working. An improperly coded key will need a qualified technician to the START (III) position, but the... engine does not run. If the Engine Won't Start The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor's speed sounds normal, or even faster than normal, when you have fuel? See Emergency Towing on page 309 . Do you turn the ignition switch...
Owner's Manual
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Disconnect the positive cable from your vehicle, then from the booster battery. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. 6. Keep the ends of the ... connect this jumper cable to the engine hanger as shown. Start the vehicle. If the booster battery is disconnected. Taking Care of the Unexpected 394 2012 Accord Sedan Jump Starting 5.
Disconnect the positive cable from your vehicle, then from the booster battery. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check that the jumper cables have an assistant start that vehicle and run it at a fast idle. 6. Keep the ends of the ... connect this jumper cable to the engine hanger as shown. Start the vehicle. If the booster battery is disconnected. Taking Care of the Unexpected 394 2012 Accord Sedan Jump Starting 5.
Owner's Manual
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... 15 A 18 15 A 19 1 19 2 7.5 A 20 7.5 A 21 7.5 A Circuits Protected Driver's Side Fuse Box IG Main Rear Defroster Sub Fan Motor Not Used Not Used Not Used Heater Motor Hazard Horn, Stop Not Used Not Used IG Coil FI Sub Back Up Interior Lights FI Main DBW Not Used Back Up... Amps. 1 1 1 100 A 1 1 2 120 A 1 2 40 A 2 1 2 2 40 A 2 3 30 A 2 4 (40 A) 2 5 Circuits Protected Battery Battery Passenger's Side Fuse Box Not Used ABS/VSA ABS/VSA Motor Passenger's Side Fuse Box Not Used No. Amps. 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 11 1 2 30 A 2 30 A 3 30 A 4 30 A 5 (60 A) 6 30 A Circuits Protected Not Used Not Used Sub Fan...
... 15 A 18 15 A 19 1 19 2 7.5 A 20 7.5 A 21 7.5 A Circuits Protected Driver's Side Fuse Box IG Main Rear Defroster Sub Fan Motor Not Used Not Used Not Used Heater Motor Hazard Horn, Stop Not Used Not Used IG Coil FI Sub Back Up Interior Lights FI Main DBW Not Used Back Up... Amps. 1 1 1 100 A 1 1 2 120 A 1 2 40 A 2 1 2 2 40 A 2 3 30 A 2 4 (40 A) 2 5 Circuits Protected Battery Battery Passenger's Side Fuse Box Not Used ABS/VSA ABS/VSA Motor Passenger's Side Fuse Box Not Used No. Amps. 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 6 11 1 2 30 A 2 30 A 3 30 A 4 30 A 5 (60 A) 6 30 A Circuits Protected Not Used Not Used Sub Fan...
Owner's Manual
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Grades B and A represent higher levels of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly ... meet under controlled conditions on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. The grade C corresponds to sudden tire failure. Technical Information 2012 Accord Sedan 417 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to...
Grades B and A represent higher levels of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly ... meet under controlled conditions on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. The grade C corresponds to sudden tire failure. Technical Information 2012 Accord Sedan 417 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) Temperature The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to...
Owner's Manual
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...Honda Motor Co., Inc. They should be able to your dealership does not solve to answer all problems are dissatisfied with the dealership's management. Customer Relations 180 Honda Boulevard Markham, ON L6C 0H9 Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9 Fax: 1-877-939-0909 E-Mail: ch_honda_cr@ch.honda...the decision made by the dealership's management, contact Honda Customer Service. If you Warranty and Customer Relations...999-1009 Canadian Owners: Honda Canada Inc. Virgin Islands: Vortex Motor Corp. Bella International P.O. Customer Service Information Honda dealership personnel are trained...
...Honda Motor Co., Inc. They should be able to your dealership does not solve to answer all problems are dissatisfied with the dealership's management. Customer Relations 180 Honda Boulevard Markham, ON L6C 0H9 Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9 Fax: 1-877-939-0909 E-Mail: ch_honda_cr@ch.honda...the decision made by the dealership's management, contact Honda Customer Service. If you Warranty and Customer Relations...999-1009 Canadian Owners: Honda Canada Inc. Virgin Islands: Vortex Motor Corp. Bella International P.O. Customer Service Information Honda dealership personnel are trained...
Owner's Manual
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... Honda Motor Co., Inc. and you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); To contact Transport Canada's Defect Investigations and Recalls Division, you may lead to a recall and remedy campaign. Warranty and Customer Relations 430 2012 Accord Sedan... If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in addition to http://www.saf ercar.gov ; For more information on reporting safety defects or about motor vehicle safety from http...
... Honda Motor Co., Inc. and you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); To contact Transport Canada's Defect Investigations and Recalls Division, you may lead to a recall and remedy campaign. Warranty and Customer Relations 430 2012 Accord Sedan... If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in addition to http://www.saf ercar.gov ; For more information on reporting safety defects or about motor vehicle safety from http...
Owner's Manual
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... Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of 87 or higher. Manual Transmission Fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20 motor oil as a temporary replacement (see page 352 ). Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake... 2.2 kgf/cm ) V6 models Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Spare Tire Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 2012 Accord Sedan Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.5 US gal (70.0 ) Recommended Engine Oil: API Premium grade 0W-20 detergent oil (see page 354 ). Service Information Summary Gasoline...
... Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of 87 or higher. Manual Transmission Fluid: Honda Manual Transmission Fluid preferred, or an SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20 motor oil as a temporary replacement (see page 352 ). Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake... 2.2 kgf/cm ) V6 models Front/Rear: 32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm ) Spare Tire Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm ) 2012 Accord Sedan Fuel Tank Capacity: 18.5 US gal (70.0 ) Recommended Engine Oil: API Premium grade 0W-20 detergent oil (see page 354 ). Service Information Summary Gasoline...
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Honda Motor Co., Ltd. POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN AVIS IMPORTANT: Si vous avez ... without incurring any obligation whatsoever. CITY STATE/PROVINCE/TERRITORY ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE OWNER'S SIGNATURE DEALER'S SIGNATURE 2012 Accord Sedan I. N. ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE/TERRITORY V. Your particular model may find descriptions of equipment and ...purchaser) DEALER NAME ADDRESS STREET DEALER NO. You may not have some , but not all models of the Accord Sedan. ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE Images throughout this publication were in this owner's manual (including the front ...
Honda Motor Co., Ltd. POUR CLIENTS CANADIEN AVIS IMPORTANT: Si vous avez ... without incurring any obligation whatsoever. CITY STATE/PROVINCE/TERRITORY ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE OWNER'S SIGNATURE DEALER'S SIGNATURE 2012 Accord Sedan I. N. ADDRESS STREET CITY STATE/PROVINCE/TERRITORY V. Your particular model may find descriptions of equipment and ...purchaser) DEALER NAME ADDRESS STREET DEALER NO. You may not have some , but not all models of the Accord Sedan. ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE Images throughout this publication were in this owner's manual (including the front ...