2014 HONDA ACCORD COUPE cruise control

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uuWhen Driving uAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
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Driving
Determine the most appropriate following distance setting based on your specific
driving conditions. Be sure to adhere to any following distance requirements set by
local regulation.
The higher your selected set speed is, the greater the short, middle, long or extra
long following distance becomes. See th e following examples for your reference.
Vehicle DistanceWhen the Set Speed is:
50 mph (80 km/h)65 mph (104 km/h)
Short
84 feet
26 meters 1.1 sec102 feet
31 meters 1.1 sec
Middle
111 feet
34 meters
1.5 sec139 feet
43 meters
1.5 sec
Long
155 feet
48 meters 2.1 sec202 feet
62 meters 2.1 sec
Extra
Long215 feet
66 meters 3.0 sec285 feet
87 meters 3.0 sec

uuWhen Driving uAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
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Driving
To cancel adaptive cruise control, do any of
the following:
• Press the CANCEL button.
• Press the MAIN button.
u ACC Off appears on the multi-
information display.
• Depress the brake pedal.
■Automatic cancellation
The beeper sounds and a me ssage appears on the multi-information display when
ACC is automatically canceled. Any of these conditions may cause the ACC
cancellation:
• Your vehicle speed slows down to 22 mph (35 km/h) and below.
• Bad weather (rain, fog, snow, etc.).
• When the radar sensor inside the front grille gets dirty.
• The vehicle ahead of you cannot be detected.
• An abnormal tire condition is detected, or the tires are skidding.
• Driving on a mountainous road, or driving off road for extended periods.
• Abrupt steering wheel movement.
• When the ABS or VSA is activated.
• When the ABS or VSA indicator comes on.
■To Cancel1To Cancel
Resuming the prior set speed: After you have
canceled adaptive cruise c ontrol, you can resume the
prior set speed while it is still displayed. Press the
RES/+ button when driving at a speed of at least 25
mph (40 km/h) or more.
You cannot set or resume in the following situations:
•When vehicle speed is less than 25 mph (40km/h).
•When the MAIN button is turned off.
CANCEL
Button
MAIN
Button
1 Automatic cancellation
Even though adaptive crui se control has been
automatically canceled, you can still resume the prior
set speed. Wait until the condition that caused ACC
to cancel improves, then press the RES/+ button.

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uuWhen Driving uAdaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
Driving
Press and hold the (distance) button for one second.
Cruise Mode Selected appears on the multi-informa tion display for two seconds,
and then the mode switches to Cruise .
To switch back to ACC, press and hold the button again for one second.
■To Switch ACC to Cruise Control1To Switch ACC to Cruise Control
Always be aware which mode you are in. When you
are driving in Cruise Mode , be more cautious about
keeping a safe distance from a vehicle ahead of you.
ACC ON Cruise
Control ON
Distance Button

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uuEmissions Testing uTesting of Readiness Codes
Information
7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major hi ghway where you can maintain a speed
of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway in
(D (automatic/CVT) or 5th (manual). Do not use cruise control. When traffic
allows, drive for 90 seconds without moving the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed
may vary slightly; this is okay.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds
because of traffic conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat it two
more times (for a total of 90 seconds).
8. Drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions
allow, let the vehicle coast for several se conds without using the accelerator pedal
or the brake pedal.
9. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.

Index
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Index
Index
Numbers
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode.................... 437
Operation ................................................ 438
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 474
Accessories and Modifications ................. 482
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 161
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................. 448
Additives Coolant ................................................... 505
Engine Oil ................................................ 499
Washer .................................................... 510
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 499
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 155
Clock ....................................................... 106
Front Seats .............................................. 148
Head Restraints........................................ 151
Mirrors .................................................... 146
Rear Seats................................................ 154
Steering Wheel ........................................ 145
Temperature ........................................ 92, 96
Aha
TM Radio ...................................... 229, 282
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 169
Changing the Mode ................................ 169
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 170
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 535 Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 169
Sensor ..................................................... 172
Synchronized Mode................................. 171
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 169
Air Conditioning System (Heating and
Cooling System) ...................................... 166
Cooling ................................................... 168
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 168
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 535
Heating ................................................... 167
Air Pressure ............................... 524, 569, 571
Airbags ........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ........................................ 42
Airbag Care............................................... 51
Event Data Recorder .................................. 24
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator.............................................. 49, 72
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 50
Sensors ..................................................... 39
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 48
AM/FM Radio ............................ 187, 213, 252
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 474
Indicator.................................................... 72
Armrest ..................................................... 155
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 179
Audio System ............................................ 174
Adjusting the Sound................ 185, 211, 242
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 176 Error Messages ....................................... 288
General Information................................ 294
HDD ....................................................... 262
Internet Radio ......................... 195, 227, 280
iPod ........................................ 192, 223, 272
MP3/WMA/AAC ..................... 197, 230, 283
Reactivating ............................................ 177
Recommended CDs ................................ 295
Recommended Devices ........................... 297
Remote Controls ..................................... 179
Security Code ......................................... 177
Theft Protection ...................................... 177
Touch Screen .................................. 203, 236
USB Flash Drives...................................... 297
USB Port ................................................. 175
Authorized Manuals ................................ 579
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 119
Customize .............................. 102, 309, 327
Automatic Lighting .................................. 137
Automatic Transmission Creeping................................................. 432
Fluid ....................................................... 508
Kickdown ............................................... 432
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 18, 440
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 555
Shifting ................................................... 439
Automatic Transmission (CVT) Creeping................................................. 432
Fluid ....................................................... 507
Kickdown ............................................... 432
Operating the Shift Lever .......... 17, 434, 436

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Index
Cruise Control........................................... 445
Indicator .................................................... 80
Cup Holders ............................................... 160
Customer Service Information ................. 580
Customized Features .......................... 97, 298
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 139
Dead Battery ............................................. 552
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .......................................... 168, 170
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 573
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 136
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 146
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 500
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............. 136
Display Button .......................... 181, 206, 238
Door Mirrors ............................................. 147
Doors ......................................................... 108
Auto Door Locking .................................. 119
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 119
Door and Trunk Open Indicator ........... 31, 74
Keys ........................................................ 108
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................... 116
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ............................................ 111
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 115 DOT Tire Quality Grading
........................ 526
Driving ...................................................... 415
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 448
Automatic Transmission/CVT ................... 432
Braking ................................................... 472
Cruise Control ......................................... 445
Shifting Gear ................................... 439, 441
Shifting Position .............................. 433, 435
Starting the Engine.......................... 425, 427
Driving Position Memory System ............ 143
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 535
E
Eco Assist System.......................................... 7
ECON Button ............................................ 444
Elapsed Time ............................................... 95
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator............................................ 74, 560
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 464
Emergency ................................................ 565
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 551
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 123
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 575
Engine ....................................................... 572
Coolant ................................................... 505
Jump Starting .......................................... 552
Oil ........................................................... 499
Starting ........................................... 425, 427
Switch Buzzer.......................................... 131 Engine Coolant
........................................ 505
Adding to the Engine Coolant
Reservoir ............................................... 505
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 506
Overheating ............................................ 556
Temperature Gauge .................................. 89
Engine Oil ................................................. 499
Adding ................................................... 502
Checking ................................................ 500
Displaying Oil Life ........................... 487, 491
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 558
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 499
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 132
EPS (Electric Power Steering)
System ............................................... 74, 560
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................................ 64
Expanded View Driver’s Mirror ............... 147
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 538
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 147
F
Features.................................................... 173
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 535
Oil .......................................................... 503
Flat Tire ..................................................... 543
Floor Mats ................................................ 537

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Index
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ............ 336
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Identification Numbers
Engine and Transmission.......................... 572
Vehicle Identification ............................... 572
Ignition Switch .......................................... 131
Illumination Control Knob ....................................................... 141
Immobilizer System .................................. 124
Indicator .................................................... 77
Indicators ..................................................... 68
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .................. 80
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................... 72
Brake System (Amber)................................ 68
Brake System (Red) .................................... 68
Charging System ............................... 69, 558
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 80, 446
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 80, 445
Door and Trunk Open ................................ 74
ECON Mode ...................................... 80, 444
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................. 74, 560
Fog Light ................................................... 77
Forward Collision Wa rning (FCW) .............. 78
High Beam................................................. 76
Immobilizer System .................................... 77
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................. 79
Light Control ............................................. 81
Lights On ................................................... 76 Low Fuel ................................................... 72
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 69, 558
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 75, 468, 470
Maintenance Minder ......................... 80, 487
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 69, 559
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 68, 560
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 33, 71
Security System Alarm ............................... 77
Smart Entry System ................................... 81
Starter System ........................................... 81
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 49, 72
System Message ........................................ 76
Transmission ............................................. 71
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ............... 76
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®)
System ............................................ 73, 464
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 73, 465
Washer Level ............................................. 80
Information .............................................. 567
Information Display ................................... 90
Instant Fuel Economy ........................... 91, 96
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control................................... 141
Interface Dial ............................................ 235
Interior Lights ........................................... 156
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 146
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 546
Jump Starting ........................................... 552
K
Key Number Tag ...................................... 109
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 115
Keys ........................................................... 108
Lockout Prevention ................................. 115
Master Keys ............................................ 108
Number Tag............................................ 109
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 118
Remote Transmitter ................................ 111
Types and Functions................................ 108
Valet Key ........................................ 109, 122
Won’t Turn ............................................... 22
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission/ CVT) ......................................................... 432
L
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ............. 460
LaneWatchTM............................................ 466
Language (HFL) ................................ 340, 376
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 57
Lights ................................................ 136, 511
Automatic............................................... 137
Bulb Replacement ................................... 511
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 139
Fog Lights ............................................... 138
High Beam Indicator ................................. 76
Interior.................................................... 156
Light Switches......................................... 136
Lights On Indicator .................................... 76
Turn Signals ............................................ 136