2014 HONDA ACCORD anti-loc

9Quick Reference Guide
Instrument Panel
(P 67)
CanadaU.S.
Low Fuel IndicatorAnti-lock Brake
System (
ABS)
Indicator
Parking Brake
and Brake System
Indicator (Red)
Canada U.S.
Washer Level
Indicator
*
System Indicators
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA ®) System
Indicator
VSA ® OFF Indicator
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
Electric Power
Steering (EPS) System
Indicator
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Fog Light Indicator
*
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator
*
Adaptive Cruise
Control ( ACC)
Indicator
*
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator
*
Tachometer Speedometer
Fuel Gauge
Security System
Alarm Indicator
Shift Lever
Position
Indicator
*
Gauges
(P 89)
/Information Display
* (P 90)
/
Multi-Information Display
* (P 93)
/System Indicators
(P 68) Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
System Indicators
Temperature Gauge
M (7-speed manual
shift mode) Indicator/
Shift Indicator
*
Maintenance Minder
Indicator
*
Smart Entry System
Indicator
*
Starter System
Indicator
*
System Message
Indicator
*
ECON mode
IndicatorForward Collision
Warning (
FCW
) Indicator
*
Lane Departure Warning
(LDW
) Indicator
*
Light Control
Indicator
*
Door and Trunk
Open Indicator Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Canada U.S.
Models with
information
display
Models with
information
display
*
Not available on all models

72
uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.Indicator
Name
On/Blinking
Explanation
Message
*
Low Fuel
Indicator
●
Comes on when the fuel reserve is
running low (approximately 2.6 U.S.
gal./9.7 Liter left).
●
Blinks if there is a problem with the
fuel gauge.
●
Comes on - Refuel your vehicle as soon
as possible.
●
Blinks - Have the vehicle checked by a
dealer.
ABS (Anti-lock
Brake System)
Indicator
●
Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON (w
*1, then goes off.
●
If it comes on at any other time,
there is a problem with the ABS.
●
Stays on constantly - Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer. With this indicator
on, your vehicle still has normal braking
ability but no anti-lock function.
2 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
P. 476
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
●
Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON (w
*1, then goes off.
●
Comes on if a problem with any of
the following is detected:
- Supplemental restraint system
- Side airbag system
- Side curtain airbag system
- Seat belt tensioner
●
Stays on constantly or does not
come on at all - Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer.
* Not available on all models

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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before DrivingDriving Preparation .......................... 418
Maximum Load Limit........................ 421
Towing a Trailer Towing Preparation .......................... 423
Driving Safely with a Trailer .............. 425
Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 426
When Driving Starting the Engine .................. 427, 429
Precautions While Driving................. 433
Automatic Transmission/CVT ............ 434
Shifting .................... 435, 437, 441, 443
ECON Button ................................... 446 Cruise Control
*............................... 447
ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control)
*....... 450
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)*.. 458
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
*..... 462
VSA
® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC
(Electronic Stability Control), System ...... 466
LaneWatch
TM*.......................................... 468
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) ... 470
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 472
Braking
Brake System ................................... 474 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ........... 476
Brake Assist System ......................... 477
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 478
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 479
Rearview Camera ............................. 480
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 481
How to Refuel ................................. 482
Fuel Economy Improving Fuel Economy .................. 483
Accessories and Modifications ........ 484
* Not available on all models

475
uuBraking uBrake System
Driving
Your vehicle is equipped with disc brakes at all four wheels. A vacuum power assist
helps reduce the effort needed on the brake pedal. The brake assist system increases
the stopping force when you depress the brake pedal hard in an emergency
situation. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) helps you retain steering control when
braking very hard.
2 Brake Assist System P. 477
2 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) P. 476
■
Foot Brake
1Foot Brake
Check the brakes after driving through deep water,
or if there is a buildup of road surface water. If
necessary, dry the brakes by lightly depressing the
pedal several times.
If you hear a continuous metallic friction sound when
applying the brakes, the brake pads need to be
replaced. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
Constantly using the brake pedal while going down a
long hill builds up heat, which reduces the brake
effectiveness. Apply engine braking by taking your
foot off the accelerator pedal and downshifting to a
lower gear. With manual transmission use a lower
gear for greater engine braking.
Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while
driving, as it will lightly apply the brakes and cause
them to lose effectiveness over time and reduce pad
life. It will also confuse drivers behind you.

476
uuBraking uABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Driving
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)Helps prevent the wheels from locking up, and help s you retain steering control by
pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than you.
The electronic brake distribution (EBD) system, which is part of the ABS, also
balances the front-to-rear braking distribution according to vehicle loading.
You should never pump the brake pedal. Let the ABS work for you by always
keeping firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. This is sometimes referred to as
“stomp and steer.”■
ABS operation
The brake pedal may pulsate slightly when the ABS is working. Keep holding the
pedal firmly down. On dry pavement, you will need to press on the brake pedal very
hard before the ABS activates. However, you may feel the ABS activate immediately
if you are trying to stop on snow or ice.
When the vehicle speed goes under 6 mph (10 km/h), the ABS stops.
■
ABS
1 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
NOTICEThe ABS may not function correctly if you use an
incorrect tire type and size.
When the ABS indicator comes on while driving,
there may be a problem with the system.
While normal braking is not affected, there is a
possibility of the ABS not operating. Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately.
The ABS does not reduce the time or distance it takes
to stop the vehicle. It only helps with steering control
during hard braking.
In the following cases, your vehicle may need more
stopping distance than a vehicle without the ABS:•When driving on rough road surfaces, including
when driving on uneven surfaces, such as gravel or
snow.•When snow chains are installed.
You may hear a motor sound coming from the
engine compartment while system checks are being
performed immediatel y after starting the engine or
while driving. This is normal.

Index
586Index
Index
Numbers7-Speed Manual Shift Mode.................... 439
Operation ................................................ 440AABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ................... 476
Accessories and Modifications ................. 484
Accessory Power Sockets .......................... 161
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................. 450
Additives Coolant ................................................... 507
Engine Oil ................................................ 501
Washer .................................................... 512
Additives, Engine Oil ................................ 501
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 ...................................... 230, 283
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 169
Changing the Mode ................................ 169
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows . 170
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 537
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............................... 537
Heating ................................................... 167
Air Pressure ............................... 526, 571, 573
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, 214, 253
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 476
Indicator.................................................... 72
Armrest ..................................................... 155
Audio Remote Controls ........................... 179
Audio System ............................................ 174
Adjusting the Sound................ 185, 212, 243
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 176
Error Messages ........................................ 289 General Information................................ 295
HDD ....................................................... 263
Internet Radio ......................... 196, 228, 281
iPod
®...................................... 193, 224, 273
MP3/WMA/AAC ..................... 198, 231, 284
Reactivating ............................................ 177
Recommended CDs ................................ 296
Recommended Devices ........................... 298
Remote Controls ..................................... 179
Security Code ......................................... 177
Theft Protection ...................................... 177
Touch Screen .................................. 204, 237
USB Flash Drives...................................... 298
USB Port ................................................. 175
Authorized Manuals ................................ 581
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................ 119
Customize .............................. 102, 310, 328
Automatic Lighting .................................. 137
Automatic Transmission
Creeping................................................. 434
Fluid ....................................................... 510
Kickdown ............................................... 434
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 18, 442
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 557
Shifting ................................................... 441
Automatic Transmission (CVT) Creeping................................................. 434
Fluid ....................................................... 509
Kickdown ............................................... 434
Operating the Shift Lever .......... 17, 436, 438
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 557

587
Index
Shifting ........................................... 435, 437
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 176
Average Fuel Economy ........................ 91, 95
Average Speed ........................................... 96
BBattery...................................................... 534
Charging System Indicator ................ 69, 560
Jump Starting ......................................... 554
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 534
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 535
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 32
Beverage Holders ..................................... 160
Bluetooth® Audio..................... 201, 234, 287
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ............ 339, 376
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 63
Brake System ............................................ 474
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 476
Brake Assist System................................. 477
Fluid ....................................................... 511
Foot Brake .............................................. 475
Indicator ........................................... 68, 562
Parking Brake.......................................... 474
Brake System Indicator (Amber) ............... 68
Brake System Indicator (Red) .................... 68
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 141
Bulb Replacement .................................... 513
Brake/Taillights and Rear Turn Signal Lights/ Rear Side Marker Lights......................... 520
Fog Lights ............................................... 515 Front Turn Signal/Side Marker Lights ........ 518
Headlights ............................................... 513
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 522
Parking Lights .......................................... 519
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 519
Rear License Plate Lights .......................... 522
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 518
Taillights and Back-Up Lights ................... 521
Bulb Specifications ........................... 570, 572
CCarbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 64
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 162
Carrying Cargo .................................. 419, 421
CD Player ................................... 190, 221, 260
Center Pocket ........................................... 159
Certification Label .................................... 574
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 513
Charging System Indicator ................. 69, 560
Child Safety ................................................. 52
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 118
Emergency Trunk Opener ........................ 123
Child Seat .................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................. 63
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt.......................................................... 59
Larger Children .......................................... 62 Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Using a Tether ........................................... 61
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 118
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 540
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 538
Climate Control System ............................ 169
Changing the Mode ................................ 169
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 170
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 537
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 169
Sensors ................................................... 172
Synchronized Mode................................. 171
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 169
Clock .......................................................... 106
Clutch Fluid ............................................... 511
Coat Hook ................................................. 162
Compact Spare Tire .................. 545, 571, 573
Compass .................................................... 414
Console Compartment ............................. 158
Controls ..................................................... 105
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 507
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 508
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 507
Overheating ............................................ 558
Creeping (Automatic Transmission/CVT) ............... 434
Cruise Control ........................................... 447
Indicator.................................................... 80
Cup Holders .............................................. 160

590Index
Ignition Switch.......................................... 131
Illumination Control
Knob ....................................................... 141
Immobilizer System .................................. 124
Indicator .................................................... 77
Indicators ..................................................... 68
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................... 72
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .................. 80
Brake System (Amber)................................ 68
Brake System (Red) .................................... 68
Charging System ............................... 69, 560
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 80, 448
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 80, 447
Door and Trunk Open ................................ 74
ECON Mode ...................................... 80, 446
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................. 74, 562
Fog Light ................................................... 77
Forward Collision Warning (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, 560
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 75, 470, 472
Maintenance Minder ......................... 80, 489
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 69, 561
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 68, 562
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
VSA
® (Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ............................................ 73, 466
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 73, 467
Washer Level ............................................. 80
Information .............................................. 569
Information Display ................................... 90
Instant Fuel Economy ........................... 91, 96
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control................................... 141
Interface Dial ............................................ 236
Interior Lights ........................................... 156
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 146
JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 548
Jump Starting ........................................... 554KKey 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) .............. 434
LLane Departure Warning (LDW) ............. 462
LaneWatch
TM
............................................ 468
Language (HFL) ................................ 341, 377
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 57
Lights ................................................ 136, 513
Automatic............................................... 137
Bulb Replacement ................................... 513
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 139
Fog Lights ............................................... 138
High Beam Indicator ................................. 76
Interior.................................................... 156
Light Switches......................................... 136
Lights On Indicator.................................... 76
Turn Signals ............................................ 136
Load Limits ............................................... 421
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 108
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 119
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 118
From Inside ............................................. 116