2015 HONDA ACCORD COUPE alarm

11Quick 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 CRUISE MAIN
Indicator
Tachometer
Speedometer
Fuel Gauge
Security System
Alarm Indicator
Shift Lever
Position
Indicator
*
Gauges
(P 81)
/Information Display
(P 82)
/
System Indicators
(P 68)
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
IndicatorsSystem Indicators
Temperature Gauge
M (7-speed manual shift mode)
Indicator/Shift Indicator
Maintenance Minder
IndicatorSmart Entry System
Indicator
*
Starter System
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.
Continuously variable
transmission (CVT) modelsM
(Sequential shift mode)
Indicator/Gear position
IndicatorAutomatic transmission models
* Not available on all models

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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
High Beam
Indicator
●Comes on when the high beam headlights are on.
—
Lights On
Indicator
●Comes on whenever the light switch is on, or in
AUTO when the exterior lights are on.
●If you remove the key from the ignition switch
*1
while the exterior lights are on, a chime sounds
when the driver's door is opened.
Fog Light
Indicator
*
●Comes on when the fog lights are on.
—
Immobilizer
System Indicator
●Comes on briefly when you turn the ignition
switch to ON
(w
*1, then goes off.
●Comes on if the immobilizer system cannot
recognize the key information.
●Blinks - You cannot start the engine. Turn the
ignition switch to LOCK
(0
*1, pull the key out,
and then insert the key and turn it to ON
(w
*1
again.
●Repeatedly blinks - The system may be
malfunctioning. Have your vehicle checked by a
dealer.●Do not attempt to alter this system or add
other devices to it. Electrical problems can
occur.
Security System
Alarm Indicator
●Blinks when the security system alarm has been
set.
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Indicator
* Not available on all models

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................... 86
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................... 88Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
*...................................... 90
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside ............................................... 96
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ............ 98
Opening and Closing the Trunk ......... 99
Security System Immobilizer System .......................... 103
Security System Alarm ...................... 103
Opening and Closing the Windows ... 106Opening and Closing the Moonroof
*...109
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel
Ignition Switch
*............................... 110
ENGINE START/STOP Button
*........... 111
Ignition Switch and Power Mode
Comparison ................................... 114
Turn Signals ..................................... 115
Light Switches.................................. 115
Fog Lights
*...................................... 117
Daytime Running Lights ................... 118
Wipers and Washers ........................ 119
Brightness Control ........................... 120
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
*
Button ........................................... 121 Driving Position Memory System
*.... 122
Adjusting the Steering Wheel .......... 124
Adjusting the Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 125
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 126
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 127
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 135
Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control .... 144
Synchronized Mode ......................... 146
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 147
* Not available on all models

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Controls
Security SystemImmobilizer SystemThe immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserting the key into the ignition switch or
pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch or the
ENGINE START/STOP button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from another vehicle's immobilizer system near the ignition
switch.Security System AlarmThe security system alarm activates when the trunk, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not go off if the trunk or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or smart entry system.
However, the alarm goes off when a door is opened with the key, then the shift
lever is moved out of
(P
(automatic transmission/CVT models) or the hood is
opened before the ignition switch is turned to ON
( w
*1.
■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all the exterior lights flash.■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the remote transmitter, or smart entry system. The system,
along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Immobilizer SystemNOTICELeaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.1Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.

uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
104Controls
■Setting the securi ty system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
• The ignition switch is in LOCK
(0
*1, and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
• The hood and trunk are closed.
• Both doors are locked from outside with the key, the remote transmitter, or smart
entry system.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system is set.■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote transmitter, smart entry system or the ignition switch is turned to ON
(w
*1. The
security system indicator goes off at the same time.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:•Unlocking the door with the lock tab.•Opening the trunk with th e trunk release or the
emergency trunk opener.•Opening the hood with the hood release.•Moving the shift lever out of
( P.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key or remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.
Automatic transmission/CVT models

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Controls
■The panic button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the panic button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds:
• The horn sounds.
• Some exterior lights flash.
■Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
*1.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.■
Panic Mode
Panic Button

550Index
Door and Trunk Open ................................ 72
ECON Mode ...................................... 77, 420
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System ............................................. 73, 522
Fog Light ................................................... 74
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) .............. 75
High Beam................................................. 74
Immobilizer System .................................... 74
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................. 76
Light Control ............................................. 78
Lights On ................................................... 74
Low Fuel .................................................... 71
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 69, 520
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............. 73, 436, 438
Maintenance Minder ......................... 77, 455
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 69, 521
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 68, 522
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 33, 71
Security System Alarm ............................... 74
Smart Entry System .................................... 77
Starter System ........................................... 78
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 49, 72
Transmission .............................................. 71
Turn Signal and Hazard Warning ............... 73
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®)
System ............................................. 72, 432
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 72, 433
Washer Level ............................................. 77
Information ............................................... 529
Information Display .................................... 82 Instant Fuel Economy
................................. 83
Instrument Panel ........................................ 67
Brightness Control................................... 120
Interface Dial ............................................ 211
Interior Lights ........................................... 135
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 125
JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 508
Jump Starting ........................................... 514KKey Number Tag ......................................... 89
Keyless Lockout Prevention ....................... 95
Keys ............................................................. 88
Lockout Prevention.................................... 95
Master Keys .............................................. 88
Number Tag .............................................. 89
Remote Transmitter ................................... 91
Types and Functions .................................. 88
Valet Key........................................... 89, 101
Won’t Turn ............................................... 23
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission/ CVT) ......................................................... 408
LLane Departure Warning (LDW) ............. 428
LaneWatch
TM............................................ 434
Language (HFL) ................................ 316, 352
LATCH (Child Seats) ................................... 57
Lights ................................................ 115, 475
Automatic............................................... 116
Bulb Replacement ................................... 475
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 118
Fog Lights ............................................... 117
High Beam Indicator ................................. 74
Interior.................................................... 135
Light Switches......................................... 115
Lights On Indicator.................................... 74
Turn Signals ............................................ 115
Load Limits ............................................... 395
Locking/Unlocking ..................................... 88
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................... 98
From Inside ............................................... 96
From Outside ............................................ 91
Keys.......................................................... 88
Using a Key............................................... 95
Lockout Prevention System ....................... 95
Low Battery Charge ................................. 520
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 71
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 69, 520
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength .................................................... 90
Lower Anchors ........................................... 57
Lubricant Specifications Chart ........ 530, 532
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 395

552Index
Remote Transmitter.................................... 91
Replacement
Battery..................................................... 495
Bulbs ....................................................... 475
Fuses ............................................... 524, 525
Tires ........................................................ 491
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................. 483
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 536
Resetting a Trip Meter ............................... 83SSafe Driving................................................. 27
Safety Check ................................................ 31
Safety Labels ............................................... 65
Safety Message ............................................. 1
Seat Belts ..................................................... 32
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 34
Checking ................................................... 38
Fastening ................................................... 35
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .......................................................... 59
Pregnant Women ...................................... 37
Reminder ................................................... 33
Warning Indicator ................................ 33, 71
Seat Heaters .............................................. 143
Seats .......................................................... 127
Adjusting ................................................. 127
Front Seats .............................................. 127
Rear Seats................................................ 134
Seat Heaters ............................................ 143 Security System
......................................... 103
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 74
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 74
Select/Reset Knob ....................................... 82
Selecting a Child Seat ................................. 56
Selector Knob (Audio) ...................... 156, 178
Sequential Shift Mode ............................. 415
Operation................................................ 416
Shift Lever ........................... 18, 409, 413, 417
Operation.......................... 18, 410, 414, 417
Releasing................................................. 517
Won’t Move ............................................ 517
Shift Lever Position Indicator .... 70, 410, 414
Shifting (Transmission) ............. 409, 413, 417
Side Airbags ................................................ 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 48
SiriusXM ® Radio ................................ 193, 232
Smart Entry with Push Button Start System ....................................................... 93
Snow Tires ................................................. 493
Spare Tire .................................. 505, 531, 533
Spark Plugs ....................................... 530, 532
Specifications ............................................ 530
Specified Fuel ........................... 447, 530, 532
Speedometer .............................................. 81
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................. 42
Starting the Engine .......................... 401, 403
Does Not Start......................................... 511
Engine Switch Buzzer .............................. 110
Jump Starting .......................................... 514 Steering Wheel
........................................ 124
Adjusting ................................................ 124
Stopping ................................................... 444
Summer Tires ............................................ 493
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 142
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 42
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................ 4, 5, 110
SYNC Mode .............................................. 146
TTachometer................................................ 81
Temperature Outside Temperature Display .................... 84
Temperature Sensor .......................... 84, 147
Time (Setting) ............................................. 86
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) ..................................................... 436
Indicator ........................................... 73, 523
Tires .......................................................... 485
Air Pressure............................. 486, 531, 533
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 485
Inspection ............................................... 485
Labeling .................................................. 486
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 505
Regulations ............................................. 488
Rotation.................................................. 492
Spare Tire ............................... 505, 531, 533
Summer .................................................. 493
Tire Chains.............................................. 493