2007 HONDA ACCORD COUPE warning

This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. If it comes on at any other
time, there is a problem with the
ABS. If this happens, have your
vehicle checked at a dealer. With
this indicator on, your vehicle still
has normal braking ability but no
anti-lock f unction. For more
inf ormation, see page .This indicator comes on f or a f ew
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position. It will
then go of f if you have inserted a
properly-coded ignition key. If it is
not a properly-coded key, the
indicator will blink, and the engine
will not start (see page ).
This indicator also blinks several
times when you turn the ignition
switch f rom the ON (II) position to
the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0)
position.The lef t or right turn signal indicator
blinks when you signal a lane change
or turn. If the indicator does not
blink or blinks rapidly, it usually
means one of the turn signal bulbs is
burned out (see page ). Replace
the bulb as soon as possible, since
other drivers cannot see that you are
signaling.
When you press the hazard warning
button, both turn signal indicators
and all turn signals on the outside of
the vehicle f lash.
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Anti-lock Brake System
(A BS) Indicator
Immobilizer System
Indicator Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
Instrument Panel Indicators
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To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.
If equipped.
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel
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EX-V6 model without navigation system is shown. CRUISE CONTROLS
TILT/TELESCOPIC ADJUSTMENT
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
AUDIO SYSTEM
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
PASSENGER
AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
(P.69) HORN
MOONROOF
SWITCH
(P.94) (P.73)INSTRUMENT PANEL
BRIGHTNESS
(P.71)
(P.68)
(P.29)
(P.71)
(P.72)
SEAT HEATERS(P.90)
(P.171)
(P.212) (P.124)
(P.175)
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST
OFF SWITCH
HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNAL
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instrument panel controls the
brightness of the instrument panel
lights. Turn the knob to adjust the
brightness.Push the button between the center
vents to turn on the hazard warning
lights (f our-way f lashers). This
causes all f our outside turn signals
and both turn indicators in the
instrument panel to f lash. Use the
hazard warning lights if you need to
park in a dangerous area near heavy
traf f ic, or if your vehicle is disabled.
The instrument panel will illuminate
with reduced brightness when you
open the driver’s door. The
brightness will increase slightly
when you insert the key in the
ignitionswitch,thengotonormal brightness when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position.
If you do not insert the key in the
ignition switch af ter opening the
driver’s door, the illumination turns
of f about 30 seconds af ter you close
the door.
If you insert the key but do not turn
the ignition switch to the ON (II)
position, the illumination turns of f in
about 10 seconds.
To reduce glare at night, the instru-
ment panel illumination dims when
you turn the light switch to or
knob f ully to the right until you hear
a click will cancel the reduced bright-ness.
Instrument Panel Brightness
Hazard Warning Button
Instrument Panel Brightness, Hazard Warning Button
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SELECT/RESET KNOB
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The 4-cylinder LX model has manual
driver’s seat adjustments (see next
column).
All V6 models and the 4-cylinder
EX-L models have a power
adjustable driver’s seat.
The f ront passenger’s seat in all
models adjusts manually.
Make all seat adjustments bef ore
you start driving.
To adjust the seat f orward or
backward, pull up on the bar under
the seat cushion’s f ront edge. Move
the seat to the desired position, and
releasethebar.Trytomovetheseat
to make sure it is locked in position.To change the seat-back angle of the
f ront seat, pull up the lever on the
outside of the seat bottom.
Once your seat is adjusted correctly,
rock it back and f orth to make sure it
is locked in position.
The 4-cylinder EX and SE models
have a power seat bottom height
adjustment. All other driver’s seat
adjustmentsinthismodelare
manual.
See pages f or important saf ety
inf ormation and warnings about how toproperly position the seats and seat-
backs. 13
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Seats
Manual Seat Adjustments
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Raises or lowers the
seat.
Adjusts the seat-
back angle f orward
or backward.
Moves the f ront of
the seat up or down
and the rear of the
seat up or down.
Moves the seat
forward and
backward.
The controls f or the power
adjustable driver’s seat are on the
outside edge of the seat bottom. You
can adjust the seat with the ignition
switch in any position. Make all seat
adjustments before you start driving.
See pages f or important saf ety
inf ormation and warnings about how toproperly position the seats and seat-
backs.
On all V6 models, and the 4-cylinder
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Seats
(Driver’s Seat Only)
Power Seat A djustments
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See page f or important saf etyinf ormation and a warning about how toproperly position the head restraints. 13
The head restraints adjust f or height.
You need both hands to adjust the
restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it
while driving. To raise it, pull upward.
To lower the restraint, push the
release button sideways, and push
the restraint down.
Your vehicle is equipped with head
restraints on the f ront seats and on
the outer rear seats.
The head restraints help protect you
and your passengers f rom whiplash
and other injuries.
Theyaremosteffectivewhenyou
adjust them so the back of the
occupant’s head rests against the
center of the restraint.
Head Restraints
Seats
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RELEASE BUTTON
FRONT
REAR
RELEASE BUTTON
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If additional battery maintenance is
needed, see your dealer or a
qualif ied technician.
Battery posts,
terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. If you need to connect the battery to
a charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damaging your vehicle’s
electrical system. Always disconnect
the negative ( ) cable first, and
reconnect it last.
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the time
setting may be lost. To reset the time,
see page .
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected, or goes dead, the
audio system may also disable itself .
If this happens, the next time you
turn on the radio, you will see
‘‘ ’’ ‘‘ ’’ in the
f requency display. Use the preset
buttons to enter the code (see page
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Checking the Battery
WARNING:
Wash your hands af ter handling.
Maint enance
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The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normaloperation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
technician do the batterymaintenance.
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If you have a f lat tire while driving,
stop in a saf e place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until
you get to an exit or an area that is
far away from the traffic lanes.Turn on the hazard warning lights,
and turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Have all
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.
The tools are in the trunk. Open
the trunk and raise the trunk f loor
by lif ting up on the back edge.
Take the tool kit out of the trunk.
Unscrew the wing bolt and take
the spare tire out of its well.
If you are towing a trailer, unhitch
the trailer.
Park the vehicle on f irm, level and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Park (A/T) or
reverse (M/T). Apply the parking
brake.
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Changing a Flat T ire
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TRUNK FLOOR SPARE TIRE JACK
TOOL KIT
The vehicle can easily roll off
the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by thejack.
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