Contents
Child Safety P. 56 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 68 Safety Labels P. 69
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 122 Security System P. 126 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 129
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 133 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 146
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 155 Climate Control System P. 165
Audio Error Messages P. 283 General Information on the Audio System P. 289
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 333, 370
When Driving P. 416 Braking P. 452 Parking Your Vehicle P. 456
Accessories and Modifications P. 462
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 471 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 484
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 493 12-Volt Battery P. 502 Remote Transmitter Care P. 503
Cleaning P. 505
Jump Starting P. 522 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 524
Fuses P. 532 Emergency Towing P. 535
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 541 Reporting Safety Defects P. 542
Authorized Manuals P. 547 Customer Service Information P. 548
Quick Reference GuideP. 2
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 71
ControlsP. 109
FeaturesP. 169
DrivingP. 409
MaintenanceP. 463
Handling the UnexpectedP. 509
InformationP. 537
IndexP. 552
Note: All page numbers referenced in this document are hyperlinked.
2014 ACCORD HYBRID Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Quick Reference Guide
Features (P 169)
Audio Remote Controls
(P 174) ●
(+ / (- Button
Press to adjust the volume up/down.
● SOURCE Button
Press to change the audio mode: FM/AM/
CD/XM ®*
/HDD *
/USB/iPod/Bluetooth/
Pandora ®*
/Aha TM *
/AUX.
● / Button
Radio: Press to change the preset station.
Press and hold to select the next or
previous strong station.
CD/HDD *
/USB device:
Press to skip to the beginning of
the next song or return to the
beginning of the current song.
Press and hold to change a folder.
(+ / (- / / Button
SOURCE
Button
Audio System (P 175, 197, 230)
(P 175)Models with one display
Audio/Information Screen
BACK Button
FM/AM
Button
(Skip/Seek)
Button
Selector Knob
Button
VOL/
(Volume/Power) Knob
CD
Button
AUX Button
CD Slot
(CD Eject)
Button
Preset Buttons ( 1 -6 )
SETTINGS
Button
(Skip/Seek)
Button
PHONE Button
MENU Button
DISP Button
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Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when you close the door with the power
mode in ON without the smart entry remote inside
the vehicle.● Disappears when you bring the smart entry remote
back inside the vehicle and close the door.
2Smart Entry Remote Reminder P. 135
●
Appears when the smart entry remote battery becomes weak.● Replace the battery as soon as possible.
2Replacing the Button Battery P. 503
●
Appears if the smart entry remote battery is too
weak to turn on the power system or the key is not
within operating range to turn on the power system.
A beeper sounds six times.
2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 520
●
Appears three seconds after you bring the smart
entry remote in front of the POWER button when
To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button
appears. To Start Vehicle: Brake + Push appears
sequentially.
2 Changing the Power Mode P. 133
●
Appears when there is a problem with the sensor on the 12-volt battery.
● Appears when the 12-volt battery is not charging.● Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Checking the 12-Volt Battery P. 502
● Appears along with the 12-volt battery charging
system indicator - Turn off the climate control system
and rear defogger to reduce electricity consumption. 2If the 12-Volt Battery Charging System Indicator
Comes On P. 528
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock .................................................. 110
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................. 112
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength ........................................ 113
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside .......................................... 114
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 118
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 120
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 121
Opening and Closing the Trunk ....... 122
Security System Immobilizer System .......................... 126
Security System Alarm ...................... 126 Opening and Closing the Windows
.... 129
Opening and Closing the Moonroof *
.. 132
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering WheelPOWER Button................................. 133
Turn Signals ..................................... 136
Light Switches.................................. 136
Daytime Running Lights ................... 139
Wipers and Washers ........................ 140
Brightness Control ........................... 141 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button .......................................... 142
Driving Position Memory System *
.... 143
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 145 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 146
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 147
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 148
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience
Items ................................................ 155
Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control .... 165
Synchronized Mode ......................... 167
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 168
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following key:Use the smart entry remote to turn on and off
the power system, to lock and unlock the
doors and to open the trunk. You can also use
the smart entry system to lock and unlock the
doors and to open the trunk.
■ Smart entry remote
The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the
doors when the smart entry remote battery
becomes weak and the power door lock/
unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, pull it out while
sliding the release knob. To reinstall the built-
in key, push the built-in key into the smart
entry remote until it clicks.
■Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle theft.2 Immobilizer System P. 126
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to the electronics:
• Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
• Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.
• Keep the keys away from liquids.
• Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the power
system may not activate, and the remote transmitter may not work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
Built-in Key
Release Knob
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLow Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
Controls
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
The vehicle transmits radio waves to locate the smart entry remote when locking/
unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or to activate the power system.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or activating
the power system may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:•Strong radio waves are being transmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the smart entry remote together with telecommunications
equipment, laptop computers, cell phones, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touching or covering the smart entry remote.
■Key Number Tag1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot activate the
power system, contact a dealer.
1Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
Communication between the smart entry remote and
the vehicle consumes the smart entry remote’s battery.
Battery life is about two years, but this varies
depending on regularity of use.
The battery is consumed whenever the smart entry
remote is receiving strong radio waves. Avoid placing
it near electrical appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside■Locking the doors
Press the lock button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights flash, all the doors
lock, and the security system sets.
Twice (within five seconds after the first
push):
uThe beeper sounds and verifies the
security system is set.
■ Unlocking the doors
Press the unlock button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights flash twice, and the
driver's door unlocks.
Twice:
uThe remaining doors unlock.
■Using the Remote Transmitter1Using the Remote Transmitter
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of
unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter,
the doors will automatically relock.
You can change the relock timer setting. 2 Customized Features P. 101, 293
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior lights come on when you press
the unlock button.
No doors opened: The lights fade out after 30 seconds.
Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off immediately. 2 Interior Lights P. 155
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so
the operating range may vary depending on the
surroundings.
You can lock or unlock doors using the remote
transmitter or smart entry system only when the
power mode in VEHICLE OFF.
The remote will not lock the vehicle when a door is open.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead. 2 Replacing the Button Battery P. 503
You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features P. 101, 293
LED
Unlock Button Lock
Button
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
When you carry the smart entry remote, you
can lock/unlock the doors and open the trunk.
You can lock/unlock the doors within a radius
of about 32 inches (80 cm) of the outside door
handle. You can open the trunk within about
32 inches (80 cm) radius from the trunk
release button.
■ Locking the doors and the trunk
Press the door lock button on the front door.
uSome exterior lights flash; the beeper
sounds; all the doors lock; and the
security system sets.
■Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System
Door Lock Button
1Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System
• Do not leave the smart entry remote in the vehicle
when you get out. Carry it with you.
• Even if you are not carrying the smart entry remote,
you can lock/unlock the doors while someone else
with the remote is within range.
• The door may be unlocked if the door handle is
covered with water in heavy rain or in a car wash if
the smart entry remote is within range.
• If you grip a front door handle wearing gloves, the
door sensor may be slow to respond or may not
respond by unlocking the doors.
• You cannot unlock the door by gripping the handle
after two seconds of unlocking it.
• The door might not open if you pull it immediately
after gripping the door handle. Grip the handle
again and confirm that the door is unlocked before
pulling the handle.
• Even within the 32 inches (80 cm) radius, you may not
be able to lock/unlock the doors with the smart entry
remote if it is above or below the outside handle.
• The smart entry remote may not operate if it is too
close to the door and door glass.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead. 2 Replacing the Button Battery P. 503
You can customize the door lock mode and keyless
lock acknowledgement setting. 2 Customized Features P. 101, 293
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