2005 HONDA ACCORD SEDAN heater

This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .56
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Instrument Panel .57
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Instrument Panel Lights . 58
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Gauges .64
Odometer/Outside .............
Temperature Display . 64
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Odometer .64
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Outside Temperature Display . 64
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Trip Meter .65 ...................
Temperature Gauge . 65
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Fuel Gauge .66
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Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 66
Maintenance Required ...................................
Indicator .66
Controls Near the Steering .......................................
Wheel .68
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Wipers and Washers . 69
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Turn Signal and Headlights . 70
Automatic Lighting Off .....................................
Feature .71
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Daytime Running Lights . 72
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 72
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Hazard Warning .72
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Rear Window Def ogger . 73
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Steering Wheel Adjustment . 74
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Keys and Locks .75
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Keys .75
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Immobilizer System . 77
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Ignition Switch .78
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Door Locks .79
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Childproof Door Locks . 81
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Remote Transmitter . 81
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Trunk .85
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 86
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Seat Heaters .87 ...................................................
Seat .88
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Power Seat Adjustment . 88
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Driver’s Lumbar Support . 89
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Front Seat Adjustments . 89
Driver’s Seat Manual Height ..............................
Adjustment .90
Driver’s Seat Power Height ..............................
Adjustment .90
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Head Restraints .90
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Folding Rear Seat .91
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Mirrors .94
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Adjusting the Power Mirrors . 94
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Power Windows .95
Power Window Control ...............................
Operations .97
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Moonroof .98
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Parking Brake .99
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Sun Visor .100
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Vanity Mirror .100
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Interior Lights .101
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Interior Convenience Items . 102
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Beverage Holders .103
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Accessory Power Sockets . 103
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Console Compartment . 103
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Sunglasses Holder .104
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Glove Box .104
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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After the seat reaches a comfortable
temperature, select LO by pushing
the back of the switch. This will keep
the seat warm.
In HI, the heater turns of f when the
seat gets warm, and turns back on
after the seat’s temperature drops.
In LO, the heater runs continuously.
It does not cycle with temperature
changes.Follow these precautions whenever
you use the seat heaters:
Use the HI setting only to heat the
seats quickly, because it draws
large amounts of current f rom the
battery.
If the engine is lef t idling f or an
extended period, do not use the
seat heaters even on the LO
setting. It can weaken the battery,
causing hard starting.
Both f ront seats are equipped with
seat heaters. Because of the sensors
f or the side airbag system, there is
no heater in the passenger’s seat-
back. The ignition switch must be
ON (II) to use the heaters.
On EX-V6 model and EX-L model
Seat Heaters
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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The outside mirrors are heated to
remove fog and frost. With the
ignition switch in the ON (II)
position, turn on the heaters by
pressing the button. The indicator in
the button comes on as a reminder.
Press the button again to turn the
heaters off. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II)
toraiseorloweranywindow,push
the switch down and hold it. Release
the switch when you want the
window to stop. Close the window by
pulling the switch up and holding it. To open the driver’s
window, push the window switch
f irmly down, then release it. To stop
the window f rom going all the way
down, pull back on the window
switch brief ly.
To close the driver’s window f ully,
pull back the window switch f irmly,
then release it. To stop the window
f rom going all the way up, push
down on the window switch brief ly.
On all Canadian models except DX
PowerMirrorHeaters PowerWindows
AUTO
Mirrors, Power Windows
Inst rument s and Cont rols
95
HEATED MIRROR BUTTON DRIVER’S WINDOW
SWITCHMAIN SWITCHClosing a power window on
someone’s hands or fingers can
cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are
away from the windows before
closing them.

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The heater uses engine coolant to
warm the air. If the engine is cold, it
will be several minutes bef ore you
f eel warm air coming f rom the
system.
Air conditioning places an extra load
on the engine. Watch the engine
coolant temperature gauge (see page
). If it moves near the red zone,
turn of f the A/C until the gauge
reads normally.
Turn on the A/C by pressing the
ON button. The indicator in the
button comes on when a f an speed
is selected.
Make sure the temperature
control dial or button is set to
maximum cool.
Select .
If the outside air is humid, select
Recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed. Press the A/C button, the Manual
Operation A/C screen will appear.
Select the ON icon on the display.
Select the desired temperature
and MODE selections. If the
outside air is humid, select the
Recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select Fresh Air mode.
you can
cool it down more rapidly by partially
opening the windows, turning on the
A/C, and setting the fan to
maximum speed in Fresh Air mode.
Select .
When you select , the system
automatically switches to the
Fresh Air mode.
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Adjust the warmth of the air with
the temperature control dial.
Press the A/C button, the manual
operation of A/C screen will
appear.
Select the desired mode and f an
speed icons on the display.
Adjustforwarmthwiththe
temperature buttons ( or ). To cool the interior with MAX A/C:
Set the f an to the desired speed.
Select the MAX A/C mode.
The system automatically turns on
the A/C, selects and
switches to Recirculation mode.
Make sure the temperature
control dial is all the way to the left.
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If the interior is very warm,
On all models except EX-L and EX-V6
Except EX-L and EX-V6 with Navigation
System Except EX-L and EX-V6 with Navigation
System EX-L and EX-V6 with Navigation System
EX-L and EX-V6 with Navigation System
Using the Heater Using the A /C
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Features
111

Air conditioning, as it cools, removes
moisture from the air. When used in
combination with the heater, it
makes the interior warm and dry.Turn the fan on.
Turn on the air conditioning.
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Adjust the temperature control
dial or buttons to your pref erence.
This setting is suitable f or all driving
conditions whenever the outside
temperature is above 32°F (0°C). To remove f og f rom the inside of the
windows:
Set the f an to the desired speed or
high f or f aster def rosting.
Select . When you select , the system automatically
switches to Fresh Air mode and
turns on the A/C. The A/C
indicator will not come on in U.S.
vehicles.
Set the temperature control dial or
buttons so the airflow feels warm.
Select to help clear the
rear window.
To increase airf low to the
windshield, close the side vents.
When you switch to another mode
f rom , the A/C stays on.
Press the A/C button to turn it of f . Select . The system
automatically switches to Fresh
Air mode and turns on the A/C.
The A/C indicator will not come
on in U.S. vehicles.
Select .
Set the f an and temperature
controls to maximum level.
To clear the windows f aster, you can
close the dashboard corner vents by
rotating the wheel below it. This will
send more warm air to the
windshield def roster vents. Once the
windshield is clear, select the Fresh
Air mode to avoid f ogging the
windows.
For your saf ety, make sure you have
a clear view through all the windows
bef ore driving.
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Dehumidif y the Interior
T o Def og and Def rostT o Remove Exterior Frost or Ice
From the Windows
Vents, Heating, and A/C
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Ý The system automatically selects the
proper mix of conditioned and/or
heated air to raise or lower the
interior temperature to the
temperature you selected.
If you set the temperature to its
lowest limit, (Lo) or its highest limit,
(Hi) the system runs at f ull cooling
or heating only. It does not regulate
the interior temperature.
In cold weather, the f an will not
come on automatically until the
heater starts to develop warm air.
When
the indicator in the Dual button is on,
the driver’s side and passenger’s side
temperature can be controlled
independently (see page ).
The automatic climate control
system adjusts the f an speed and
airflow levels to maintain the interior
temperature you select.
In the AUTO mode, the vehicle’s
interior temperature is
independently regulated f or the
driver and passenger. If the driver’s
side of the vehicle is getting too
much sun, the system will adjust to a
lower temperature.
Press the AUTO button.
Set the
desired temperature by turning
the Temperature Control dial. You
will see AUTO in the system’s
display. Set the
desired temperature by pressing
the to raise the temperature or to lower the temperature. The
selected temperature will show in
the upper display.
115Dual Temperature Control
On models with Navigation System
Without Navigation System:
With Navigation System:
On EX-L and EX-
V6models
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Automatic Climate Control
Features
113

Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions.Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or f rozen, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
To jump start your vehicle:
You cannot start your vehicle by
pushing or pulling it. The numbers in the illustration show
the order to connect the jumper
cable.
Put the transmission in Neutral or
Park, and set the parking brake. Turn of f all the electrical acces-
sories: heater, A/C, climate
control, stereo system, lights, etc.
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Jump Starting
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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BOOSTER
BATTERY
4-cylinder models
A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery. If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.

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No. Amps. Circuits Protected
No. Amps. Circuits ProtectedNo. Amps. Circuits Protected
: 6-cylinder models
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5 10 A
(30A) 10 A
15 A
10 A Left Headlight Low
(Rear Defroster Coil)
Lef t Headlight Hi
Small Light
Right Headlight Hi 6
7
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10 10 A
7.5 A 15 A
20 A Right Headlight Low
Back Up
FI ECU
Condenser f an
Not Used 11
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20 A
30 A
7.5 A 20 A
40 A
40 A
15 A
30 A
30 A
20 A
40 A
40 A
(40 A) 40 A
100 A
50 A
50 A Cooling Fan
Cooling Fan
MG. Clutch
Horn, Stop
Rear Defroster
Back Up, ACC
Hazard
ABS Motor
TCS Motor
ABS F/S
TCS
Ignition Coil, DRL (Canada)
Power Seats, Seat Heaters
Heater Motor
Battery
Not Used
BIG1Main
Power Window Main
Fuses
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UNDER-HOOD FUSE/RELAY BOX