2008 HONDA ACCORD child restraint

A convenient ref erence to the
sections in this manual.
A quick ref erence to the main
controls in your vehicle.
Explains the purpose of each
instrument panel indicator and gauge,
and how to use the controls on the
dashboard and steering column.ID numbers, dimensions, capacities,
and technical information.
How to order manuals and other
technical literature.
A summary of the inf ormation you
need when you pull up to the f uelpump.
A summary of the warranties
covering your new vehicle, and how
to contact us for any reason. Refer to
your warranty manual f or detailed
inf ormation.
Important inf ormation about the
proper use and care of your vehicle’s
seat belts, an overview of the
supplemental restraint system, and
valuable inf ormation on how to
protect children with child restraints.
How to operate the climate control
system, the audio system, and other
convenience f eatures. What gasoline to use, how to break-
in your new vehicle, and how to load
luggage and other cargo.
The proper way to start the engine,
shif t the transmission, and park; plus
what you need to know if you’re
planning to tow a trailer.
The maintenance minder shows you
when you need to take your vehicle
to the dealer for maintenance service.
There is also a list of things to check
and instructions on how to check
them.
This section covers several problems
motorists sometimes experience,
and details how to handle them.
Contents
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Instruments and Controls
Features T echnical Inf ormation
Warranty and Customer
Relations
(U.S. and Canada only)
Authorized Manuals
(U.S. only) Index
Service Inf ormation Summary
Bef ore Driving
Driving
Maintenance
T aking Care of the Unexpected
Overview of Contents
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A sophisticated electronic system
that continually monitors and
records inf ormation about the
sensors, the control unit, the
airbag activators, the seat belt
tensioners, and driver and f ront
passenger seat belt use when the
ignition switch is in the ON (II)
position.
An indicator on the instrument
panel that alerts you to a possible
problem with your airbags,
sensors, or seat belt tensioners
(see page ).
Automatic front seat belt
tensioners (see page ).
Sensors that can detect a
moderate to severe front impact or
side impact.
Sensors that can detect whether a
child is in the passenger’s side
airbag path and signal the control
unit to turn the airbag of f (see
page ).
A driver’s seat position sensor that
monitors the distance of the seat
from the front airbag. If the seat is
too f ar f orward, the airbag will
inf late with less f orce (see page
).
Your airbag system includes:
Two side airbags, one f or the
driver and one f or a f ront
passenger. The airbags are stored
in the outer edges of the seat-
backs. Both are marked ‘‘SIDE
AIRBAG’’ (see page ).
Two SRS (supplemental restraint
system) f ront airbags. The driver’s
airbag is stored in the center of
the steering wheel; the f ront
passenger’sairbagisstoredinthe
dashboard. Both are marked ‘‘SRS
AIRBAG’’ (see page ).
Two side curtain airbags, one f or
each side of the vehicle. The
airbags are stored in the ceiling
above the side windows. The f ront
and rear pillars are marked ‘‘SIDE
CURTAIN AIRBAG’’ (see page
). Sensors that can detect whether
the driver’s seat belt and the f ront
passenger’s seat belt are latched
or unlatched (see page ). Weight sensors that monitor the
weight on the f ront passenger’s
seat. If the weight is about 65 lbs
(29 kg) or less (the weight of an
inf ant or small child), the
passenger’s f ront airbag will be
turned of f (see page ).
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Additional Inf ormation About Your Airbags
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Whatever type you have, f ollow
the child seat maker’s instructions
f or adjusting or tightening the f it.Push and pull the child seat
f orward and f rom side-to-side to
verif y that it is secure.
Other LATCH-compatible seats
have a f lexible-type connector as
shown above. Lif t the head restraint (see page
), then route the tether strap
through the legs of the head
restraint and over the seat-back,
making sure the strap is not
twisted.
Attach the tether strap hook to the
tether anchor, then tighten the
strap as instructed by the child
seat maker.
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5. 6.7.
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Installing a Child Seat
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
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Flexible type TETHER
STRAP HOOK
ANCHOR
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A child seat with a tether can be
installed in any seating position in
the back seat, using one of the
anchorage points shown above.
Since a tether can provide additional
security to the lap/shoulder belt
installation, we recommend using a
tether whenever one is required or
available.Af ter properly securing the child
seat (see page ), lif t the head
restraint, then route the tether
strap through the head restraint
legs.
Tighten the strap according to the
seat maker’s instructions.
Lift the anchor cover, then attach
the tether strap hook to the
anchor, making sure the strap is
not twisted.
1. 2.
3.
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Installing a Child Seat with a
Tether
Installing a Child Seat
Using an A nchor
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TETHER ANCHORAGE P
OINTS ANCHOR
ANCHOR
TETHER STRAP HOOK
TETHER STRAP HOOK
Center Position
Outer Position
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CONT INUED
Indicators...........................................
TPMS . 59
Turn Signal and Hazard
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Warning . 60
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VSA Activation . 58
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VSA System . 58
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Indicators, Instrument Panel . 56
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Inf ant Restraint . 38
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Inf ant Seats . 38
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Tether Anchorage Points . 46
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 343
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Inf ormation Display . 64
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Inside Mirror . 101
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Inspection, Tire . 345
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Installing a Child Seat . 41
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Tether Anchorage Points . 46
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Using LATCH . 42
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Instrument Panel . 55
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 72
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Instruments and Controls . 53
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Interior Lights . 116
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Introduction . i
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 358 .......................................
Jack, Tire . 358
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Jump Starting . 364
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Keys . 76
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Label, Certif ication . 382
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Lane Change, Signaling . 69
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 14, 19
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LATCH System . 42
Lights
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Bulb Replacement . 329
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Indicator . 55
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Parking . 69
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Turn Signal . 60, 69
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 78
Locks
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Anti-thef t Steering Column . 78
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Childproof Door . 86
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Fuel Fill Door . 261
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Glove Box . 113
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Lockout Prevention . 80
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Power Door . 79 ...........................................
Trunk . 90
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Low Coolant Level . 267
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Low Fuel Indicator . 61
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Lower Gear, Downshif ting to a . 282
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 56, 369
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Lower Anchors . 42
Lubricant Specif ications
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Chart . 384, 386
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Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 273
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Maintenance . 305
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Minder . 307
Main Items and Sub
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Items . 310, 313
Owner’s Maintenance ...................................
Checks . 312
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Minder Indicator . 62
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Saf ety . 306
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 370
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Manual Transmission . 282
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Manual Transmission Fluid . 325
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Meters, Gauges . 55, 63
Index
INDEX
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Saf ety Belts . 8, 18
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 402
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Saf ety Features . 7
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Airbags . 9
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Seat Belts . 8
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Saf ety Labels, Location of . 52
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Saf ety Messages . iii
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Satellite Radio, XM . 157, 187 .....................................
Seat Belts . 8, 18
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Additional Information . 18
Automatic Seat Belt
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Tensioners . 19
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Cleaning . 338
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 14, 19
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Maintenance . 20
Reminder Indicator and
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Beeper . 18, 56
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System Components . 18
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Use During Pregnancy . 16
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Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt . 19
Seats
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Adjusting . 92-94
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Folding . 97
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Heaters . 100
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Security System . 217
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Select/Reset Knob . 63
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Selecting a Child Seat . 40
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Selector Knob (Disc Changer) . 149
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Serial Number . 382
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Service Minder . 307
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Service Manual . 403
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Service Station Procedures . 261
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Setting the Clock . 214
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Shif t Lever Position Indicators . 284 ........................
Shif t Lock Release . 287
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Side Airbags . 9, 27
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 27
How the Side Airbag Of f
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Indicator Works . 29
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Side Curtain Airbags . 9, 28
How Your Side Curtain ..........................
Airbags Work . 28
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Signaling Turns . 69
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Snow Tires . 349
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Sound System . 133
Spare Tire
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Inf lating . 356
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Specif ications . 385, 387
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Spark Plugs . 384, 386
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Specif ications . 384, 386
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Speed Control . 223
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Speed Limiter . 283, 287
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Speedometer . 63
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Reminder Indicators . 56
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Remote Transmitter . 86
Replacement Inf ormation
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Engine Oil and Filter . 318
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Fuses . 372
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Light Bulbs . 329
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Timing Belt . 328
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Tires . 348
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Wiper Blades . 340
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a
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Crash . 20
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Reserve Tank, Coolant . 267, 320
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Restraint, Child . 33
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Reverse Gear Position . 285
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Rotation, Tire . 347
Index
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