2012 HONDA ACCORD COUPE high beam

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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
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Instrument Panel
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ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(ABS) INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.60)
(P.61)
MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.62)
(P.61)
(P .58)
(P.58)
FOG LIGHT INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.57)
(P.56)
(P. 57)
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR DOOR AND TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P.61)
(P.60)
(P.60)
(P.57, 407)
VSA OFF INDICATOR
(P.62) FUEL ECONOMY
INDICATOR (P.59)
U .S .EX-L V6 model with automatic transmission is shown.
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
(P.56,405)
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
(TPMS) INDICATOR (P.59)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
LOW TIRE
PRESSURE
INDICATOR
(P.59)
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.56,
405)
(P.406)
(P.62) CRUISE MAIN
INDICATOR
(P.
62)
(P. 62)
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
LOW FUEL
INDICATOR (P.60)

Inst rument s and Cont rols
2012 Accord Coupe

This indicator reminds you that the
exterior lights are on. It comes on
when the light switch is in either theor position. If you turn the
ignition switch to the ACCESSORY
(I) or LOCK (0) position without
turning of f the light switch, this
indicator will stay on. A reminder
chime will also sound when you open
the driver’s door.
If this indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position and release the parking
brake, it means there is a problem
withtheDRL.Theremayalsobea
problem with the high beam
headlights. Have your vehicle
checked by your dealer.
This indicator also comes on with
reduced brightness when the
daytime running lights (DRL) are on
(see page ). This indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. For more
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator comes on when the
washer f luid level is low. Add washer
f luid when you see this indicator
(see page ). This indicator will also come on
when the light switch is in AUTO
and the lights turn on automatically.This indicator comes on as a
reminder that you must ref uel soon.
When the indicator comes on, there
are about 2.8 U.S. gal (10.5
)of fuel
remaining in the tank.
When the needle reaches E, there is
a very small amount of f uel in the
tank.
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Canadian models only
EX,EX-LandallV6models
Instrument Panel Indicators
Lights On Indicator
Low Fuel Indicator
Daytime Running L ights
Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Washer Level Indicator
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Inst rument s and Cont rols
2012 Accord Coupe

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Push down on the
lever to signal a lef t turn and up to
signal a right turn. To signal a lane
change, push lightly on the lever,
and hold it. The lever will return to
center when you release it or
complete a turn.
Turning the switch to the ‘‘ ’’
position turns on the headlights. Turning the switch to
the ‘‘ ’’ position turns on the
parking lights, taillights, instrument
panel lights, side-marker lights, and
rear license plate lights.
Turn signal
Of f
Parking and indicator lights
AUTO
Headlights on
High beams
Flashhighbeams
Fog lights of f
Fog lights on
If equipped When the light switch is in the
‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ ’’ position, the
lights on indicator comes on as a
reminder. This indicator stays on if
you leave the light switch on and
turn the ignition switch to the
ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0)
position.
To f lash the high beams, pull the
lever back lightly, then release it.
The high beams will stay on as long
as you hold the lever back.
If you leave the lights on with the
key removed f rom the ignition
switch, you will hear a reminder
chime when you open the driver’s
door. Push the lef t lever
f orward until you hear a click. The
blue high beam indicator will come
on (see page ). Pull the lever back
to return to the low beams.
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8.
9. 60
Turn Signal
Headlights
High Beams
Turn Signals and Headlights
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V6 model is shown.

Inst rument s and Cont rols
2012 Accord Coupe

The headlights revert to normal
operation when you turn them on
with the switch. With the headlight switch of f or in
the position, the high beam
headlights and the high beam
indicator come on with reduced
brightness when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position and release the parking
brake. They remain on until you turn
the ignition switch of f , even if you
set the parking brake.
This f eature turns of f the headlights,
all other exterior lights, and the
instrument panel lights within 15
seconds after you remove the key
and close the driver’s door.
The automatic lighting of f f eature
activates if you leave the headlight
switch in the ‘‘ ’’ or ‘‘ ’’
position or if the lights are turned on
by setting the switch in the ‘‘AUTO’’
position (if equipped), and you
remove the key, then open and close
the driver’s door. If you turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position with the
headlight switch on, but do not open
the door, the lights turn of f af ter 10
minutes (3 minutes, if the switch is
in the ‘‘AUTO’’ position).
The lights will turn on again when
you unlock or open the driver’s door.
If you unlock the door, but do not
open it within 15 seconds, the lights
will go off. With the driver’s door
open, you will hear a lights on
reminder chime.
Automatic Lighting Of f Feature
Daytime Running Lights
Headlights
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Inst rument s and Cont rols
2012 Accord Coupe

Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
trunk or pull a trailer, readjustment
may be required. Adjustments
should be done by your dealer or
another qualif ied technician.Your vehicle has halogen headlight
bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle
it by its base, and protect the glass
f rom contact with your skin or hard
objects. If you touch the glass, clean
it with denatured alcohol and a clean
cloth.
Open the hood.
To change a bulb on the
passenger’s side, remove the
engine coolant reserve tank by
pulling it out of its stay.
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CONT INUED
Headlight A iming
Replacing a Headlight Bulb
Lights
High Beam Headlight
365
STAY
4-cylinder modelsHalogen headlight bulbs get very hot
when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.

Maint enance
2012 Accord Coupe

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No. No.No.
Circuits Protected
Circuits Protected
Amps. Amps.Amps. Circuits Protected
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15 16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
If equipped
Fuel Pump
VB SOL
SRS
ODS (Occupant Detection
System)
Not Used
ACM
Daytime Running Lights
Not Used
Seat Memory
Washer
Wiper
Meter
ABS/VSA
ACG
STS
7.5 A
15 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A 15 A
7.5 A 20 A
10 A
10 A
7.5 A
10 A
7.5 A 7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
15 A
20 A
10 A
10 A
10 A
10 A
7.5 A 10 A A/C
Accessory, Key, Lock
Accessory
Driver’s Power Seat Sliding
Moonroof
Driver’s Power Seat Reclining
Not Used
Front Accessory Power Socket
Driver’s Power Window
Driver’s Side Door Lock
Lef t Front Fog Light
Lef t Side Small Lights
(Exterior)
Left Headlight High Beam
TPMS
Left Headlight Low Beam
Not Used
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Fuse Locations
413
INTERIOR FUSE BOX (Driver’s Side)

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No. No.
Circuits Protected
Circuits Protected Circuits Protected
No.
Amps. Amps.Amps.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8 16
17
18
19
20
21
22
If equipped Not Used
Not Used
Lumbar Support
Seat Heater
Not Used
Not Used
Not Used
Right Headlight High Beam
Right Side Small Lights
(Exterior)
Right Front Fog Light
Right Headlight Low Beam
Not Used
Interior Lights
Not Used
Not Used Not Used
Right Side Door Lock
Not Used
Rear Accessory Power
Socket
Front Passenger’s Power
Window
Not Used
Premium AMP
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
10 A
10 A
10 A
10 A
7.5 A 20 A 20 A
10 A
20 A
15 A
20 A
20 A10 A
15 A
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Fuse Locations
414
INTERIOR FUSE BOX (Passenger’s Side)

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Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 418
Ignition ..............................................
Keys .77
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Switch .79
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Timing Control System . 431
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Immobilizer System .78
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Fuel .284
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Check Fuel Cap Message . 287
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Fill Door and Cap .286
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Gauge .65
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Low Fuel Indicator .60
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Octane Requirement . 284
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Oxygenated .285
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Tank, Ref ueling .286
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Fuel Economy .293
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Fuel Economy (ECO) Indicator . 59
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Fuses, Checking the .408
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 293,294
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Gasoline .284
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Gauge .65
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Low Fuel Indicator .60
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Octane Requirement . 284
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Tank, Ref ueling .286
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Gas Station Procedures . 286
Gauges ...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 65
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Fuel .65
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 319 ..............
Manual Transmission . 307
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Glove Box .116
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating .............................
(GVWR) .299, 330
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 365
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HandsFreeLink
. 257
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 74
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Headlights .70
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Aiming .365
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Automatic Lighting Off . 72
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Automatic Lighting On . 71
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Daytime Running Lights . 72
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High Beam Indicator . 60
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Reminder Chime .70
Replacing Halogen ..............................
Bulbs .365, 372
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Turning on .70
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Head Restraints .13, 97
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Heating and Cooling .124
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Heated Mirrors .107
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Heater, Seat .102
HomeLink
Universal ................................
Transceiver .253 ........
Hood, Opening and Closing . 289
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Horn .4,68
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Hydraulic Clutch .363
Index
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2012 Accord Coupe