2002 HONDA ACCORD lock

When storing cargo, you can move
therearcentershoulderbeltoutof
the way by removing the belt f rom
the guide.To release the seat-back from inside
the trunk, pull the release loop under
the trunk panel.
The back of the rear seat folds down,
giving you direct access to the trunk.
The seat-back can be released f rom
inside the car or inside the trunk.
To fold down the seat-back from
inside the car, insert the master key
in the lock on the rear shelf . Turn
the key clockwise, pull down the top
of the seat-back, then release thekey. To lock the seat-back upright, push it
firmly against the trunk panel. Make
sure it is latched in place by pulling
on the top of the seat.
CONT INUED
Folding Rear Seat
Seat A djustments
Inst rument s and Cont rols87
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The digital clock displays the time
with the ignition switch in any
position.
To set the clock:Press and hold the H button until
the hour advances to the desired
time.
Press and hold the M button until
the numbers advance to the
desired time. You can use R to quickly set the time
to the nearest hour. If the displayed
time is before the half hour, pressing
Rsetstheclockbacktotheprevious
hour. If the displayed time is af ter
the half hour, pressing R sets the
clock f orward to the beginning of the
next hour.
For example:
1:06 would RESET to 1:00.
1:52 would RESET to 2:00.
1. 2.
Digital Clock
Inst rument s and Cont rols96
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The ceiling light has a three-position
switch. In the OFF position, the light
does not come on. In the center
position, the ceiling light comes on
when you open any door.The ceiling light (with the switch in
the center position) also comes on
when you unlock the door with the
remote transmitter (see page ).
The light f ades out af ter both doors
are closed.
After all doors are closed tightly, the
light dims slightly, then f ades out in
about 10 seconds. In the ON position,
the ceiling light stays on
continuously.
The light goes out when all doors are
closed. Turn on the spotlight by pushing the
button next to each light. Push the
button again to turn it off. You can
use the spotlights at all times.
75On all models except U.S. DX and Value
Package
U.S. DX, Value Package, LX, LX V-6 and all SE models EX, EX V-6
Interior Lights
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Ceiling L ight
Spotlights
101
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Proper use of the Heating and
Cooling system can make the
interior dry and comf ortable, and
keep the windows clear f or best
visibility.This button controls the source of
the air going into the system. When
the indicator above this button is lit,
air f rom the car’s interior is sent
through the system again (Recircula-
tion mode). When the indicator is off,
air is brought in f rom outside the car
(Fresh Air mode).
This button turns the air condi-
tioning ON and OFF. The indicator
above the button lights when the
A/C is on.
Air Conditioning is optional on the
U.S. DX model.
Turning this dial clockwise increases
the temperature of the air flow.
Turning this dial clockwise increases
the f an’s speed, which increases air
flow.
If your car does not have air
conditioning, it can be installed at
any time. Your dealer can install a
genuine Honda air conditioning
system that meets Honda’s high
quality standards and is designed to
exactly f it your car. Please contact
your dealer f or more inf ormation.
This button turns the rear window
def ogger on and of f (see page ).68
Except EX V-6 model
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
Heating and Cooling
Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Recirculation Button
Rear Window Def ogger Button
T emperature Control Dial
Fan Control Dial
What Each Control Does
104
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Once the security system is set,
opening any door (without using the
key or the remote transmitter), or
the hood, will cause it to alarm. It
also alarms if the radio is removed
f rom the dashboard or the wiring is
cut.
The security system sets auto-
matically fifteen seconds after you
lock the doors, hood, and trunk. For
the system to activate, you must lock
the doors f rom the outside with the
key, lock tab, door lock switch, or
remote transmitter. The security
system light next to the driver’s door
lock starts blinking immediately to
show you the system is setting itself . With the system set, you can still
open the trunk with the master key
or the remote transmitter without
triggering the alarm. The alarm will
sound if the trunk lock is f orced, or
the trunk is opened with the trunk
release handle.
The security system will not set if
the hood, trunk, or any door is not
f ully closed. If the system will not set,
check the Door and Brake Lamp
Monitor on the instrument panel
(see page ), to see if the doors
and trunk are f ully closed. Since it is
notpartofthemonitordisplay,
manually check the hood.
The security system helps to protect
your car and valuables f rom thef t.
The horn sounds and a combination
of headlights, parking lights, side
marker lights and taillights f lashes if
someone attempts to break into your
carorremovetheradio.Thisalarm
continues f or two minutes, then the
system resets. To reset an alarming
system bef ore the two minutes have
elapsed, unlock either f ront door
with the key or the remote
transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it.58
On EX, SE, and EX V-6 models
Security System
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures184
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Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page ).
Have the installer contact your
Honda dealer f or assistance bef ore
installing any electronic accessory.
If possible, have your dealer inspect
the f inal installation.
Bef ore installing any accessory:
Modif ying your car, or installing
some non-Honda accessories, can
make your car unsaf e. Bef ore you
make any modif ications or add any
accessories,besuretoreadthe
f ollowing inf ormation.
Your dealer has Genuine Honda
accessories that allow you to
personalize your car. These
accessories have been designed and
approved f or your car, and are
covered by warranty.
Non-Honda accessories are usually
designed f or universal applications.
Although aftermarket accessories
may f it on your car, they may not
meet f actory specif ications, and
could adversely af f ect your car’s
handling and stability. (See
‘‘Modif ications’’ on page f or
additional information.)
However, if electronic accessories
are improperly installed, or exceed
your car’s electrical system capacity,
they can interfere with the operationof your car, or even cause the
airbags to deploy.
Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interf ere
with proper car operation or
perf ormance.
When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interf ere with your car’s
computer-controlled systems, such
as the SRS and anti-lock brake
system. 331
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A ccessories
A ccessories and Modif ications
Bef ore Driving202
Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
car’s handling, stability and
performance, and cause a
crash in which you can be hurt
or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding
accessories and modifications.

This section gives you tips on
starting the engine under various
conditions, and how to operate the
5-speed manual and automatic
transmissions. It also includes
important inf ormation on parking
your car, the braking system, the
Traction Control System, and facts
you need if you are planning to tow a
trailer.........................
Preparing to Drive . 208
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Starting the Engine . 209
Starting in Cold Weather ....................
at High Altitude . 210
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5-speed Manual Transmission . 211
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Recommended Shif t Points . 212
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Engine Speed Limiter . 212
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Automatic Transmission . 212
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 213
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Shif t Lever Positions . 213
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Engine Speed Limiter . 216
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Shif t Lock Release . 216
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Parking . 218
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The Braking System . 219
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Brake Wear Indicators . 219
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Brake System Design . 220
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Anti-lock Brakes . 220
Important Saf ety .........................
Reminders . 221
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ABS Indicator . 221
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Traction Control System . 222
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TCS ON/OFF Switch . 223
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TCS Indicator . 223
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Driving in Bad Weather . 225
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Towing a Trailer . 227
Driving
Driving207

Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice.
Check that the hood and trunk are
f ully closed.Check the adjustment of the seat
(see page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ).
Check the adjustment of the
steering wheel (see page ).
Make sure the doors are securely
closed and locked.
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have f astened
their seat belts (see page ).Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Check the indicator lights in the
instrument panel.
Start the engine (see page ).
Check the gauges and indicator
lights in the instrument panel (see
page ).
Check that any items you may be
carrying with you inside are stored
properly or f astened down
securely.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure.
Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments every day bef ore
you drive your car.
3.2.
1.
4. 5.
6. 7. 8. 9. 11.
12. 10.
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Preparing to Drive
Driving208