2016 HONDA ACCORD COUPE airbag

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SAFETYSAFETY
Protecting Smaller Children
If a child is at least one year old and within the weight range indicated by the child 
seat manufacturer, the child should be properly restrained in a firmly secured 
forward-facing child seat.
We strongly recommend placing a forward-facing 
child seat in a rear seating position.
Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat
can be hazardous,  even with advanced  front airbags 
that automatically turn the passenger’s front airbag 
off. A rear seat is the safest place for a child.
Selecting a Child Seat
Most child seats are LATCH-compatible (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren). 
Some have a rigid-type connector, while others have a flexible-type connector. 
Both are equally easy to use. Some existing and previously owned child seats can 
only be installed using the seat belt. Whichever type you choose, follow the child 
seat manufacturer’s use and care instructions as well as the instructions in this
manual. Proper installation is key to maximizing your child’s safety.
In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with LATCH, a LATCH-compatible 
child seat can be installed using the seat belt and a top tether for added security. 
This is because all child seats are required to be designed so that they can be 
secured with a lap belt or the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt. In addition,  the 
child seat manufacturer may advise that a seat belt be used to attach a LATCH-
compatible seat once a child reaches a specified weight. Please read the child 
seat owner’s manual for proper installation instructions.
Important considerations when selecting a child seat
Make sure the child seat meets the following three requirements:
• The child seat is the correct type and size for the child.
• The child seat is the correct type for the seating position.
• The child seat is compliant with Federal Motor vehicle Safety Standard 213 or
Canadian Motor vehicle Safety Standard 213.
Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat
A LATCH-compatible child seat can be installed in either of the two outer rear 
seats. A child seat is attached to the lower anchors with either the rigid or  flexible 
type of connectors.
1. Locate the lower anchors under the marks.
2. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat, then
attach the child seat to the lower anchors
according to the instructions that came with the
child seat. Make sure that the lower anchors
are not obstructed by the seat belt or any other 
object.
3. Open the tether anchor cover behind the head 
restraint.
4. raise the head restraint to its highest position,
then route the tether strap between the head 
restraint legs, and secure the tether strap hook
onto the anchor.
5. Tighten the tether strap according to the seat
maker’s instructions.
6. Make sure the child seat is firmly secured by 
rocking it forward and back and side to side; little 
movement should be felt.
7. Make sure any unused seat belt that a child 
can reach is buckled, the lockable retractor 
is activated, and the belt is fully retracted and 
locked.
Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat can result in seri\
ous
injury or death if the front airbag inflates.
If you must place a forward-facing child seat in front, move the vehicle seat 
as far back as possible, and properly restrain the child.
WARNING
Anchor
Tether
strap
hoo k
Marks
Rigid typ e
Lower anchors
Flexible type

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SAFETYSAFETY
Protecting Larger Children
When a child is too big for a child seat, secure the child in a rear seat using the 
lap/shoulder seat belt.
Have the child sit upright and all the way back, then ensure the following:
• The child’s knees bend comfortably over the edge 
of the seat.
• The shoulder belt crosses between the child’s 
neck and arm.
• The lap part of the seat belt is as low as possible, 
touching the child’s thighs.
• The child can stay seated for the whole trip.
If a lap/shoulder belt cannot be used properly, position the child in a booster seat 
in a rear seating position. For the child’s safety, check that the child meets the
booster seat manufacturer’s recommendations.
Some U.S. states and Canadian provinces/territories require children to use a 
booster seat until they reach  a given  age or weight  (e.g., 6 years  or 60  lbs).  Be sure 
to check current laws in the state or province/territory where you intend to drive.
Safety Label Locations
Safety labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that 
can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully.
Sun visor
U.S. models Canadian models
Radiator cap
U.S. models only
Dashboard
Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in the front can result in injur\
y or death
if the passenger’s front airbag inflates.
If a larger child must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as 
possible, then have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly, 
using a booster seat if needed.
WARNING

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INSTRUMENT PANELSAFETY
INSTRUMENT PANELReporting Safety Defects
In the U.S.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could 
cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic
Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying American Honda \
Motor Co.,
Inc.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and  if it finds 
that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recal\
l and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems 
between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-
4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator,
NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain 
other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
In Canada
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could 
cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Honda Canada, Inc., and you 
may also inform Transport Canada.
If Transport Canada receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if 
it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may le\
ad to a recall and
remedy campaign. However, Transport Canada cannot become involved in individual 
problems between you, your dealer, or Honda Canada, Inc.
To contact Transport Canada’s Defect Investigations and Recalls Division, you may 
call 1-800-333-0510. For more information on reporting safety defects or  about motor 
vehicle safety, go to http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety.
Learn about the indicators, gauges, and displays related to driving the vehicle.
Indicators briefly appear with each engine start and then go out. Red and amber 
indicators are most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for gen\
eral
information.
Malfunction Indicators
These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit while driving or at 
any other time, there may be a problem. See your dealer if necessary.
Brake system
• Brake fluid is low.
• The brake system has a problem.
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check 
the brake fluid level when you stop. If abnormal, take immediate action. If 
necessary, downshift the transmission to slow the vehicle using engine
braking. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Low oil pressure
engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. open the hood. Check the oil
level, and add oil if necessary (see page 135). If the indicator does not turn 
off, have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Charging system
The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off 
the vehicle to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repaired 
immediately.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioners. 
Smart Entry system*
There is a problem with the smart entry system.
U.S.
Canada
*if equipped

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VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS
Always ensure the wiper lever is in the OFF position before entering a car wash to 
prevent severe damage to the windshield wiper system.
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry. The windshield will get
scratched, or the rubber blades will get damaged.
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the windshield, becoming stuck. 
operating the wipers in this condition may damage the wipers. Use the def\
roster
to warm the windshield, or manually clear the windshield of ice and snow before 
turning on the wipers.
NOTICE
Automatic (AUTO) Rain-Sensing Wipers*
When you move the lever to the AUTO position 
while driving in rainy weather, the wipers operate
based on the amount of detected rainfall.
Put the lever in the AUTo position only when
driving in rainy weather.
rotate the adjustment ring to adjust the rainfall
sensor sensitivity.
return the lever to the oFF position when rain
stops.
Adjustment ring
AUTO
position
Low sensitivity: Wipers
operate when more
rainfall is detected.
High sensitivity: Wipers
operate when less
rainfall is detected.
*if equipped
One-Touch Turn Signal
Use this quick and convenient method to signal a lane change.
Lightly push the turn signal lever up or down for a
three-blink sequence.
For a continuous signal, push the lever up or down
until it locks into place.
Right turn
Left turn
Adjusting the Seats
Make seat adjustments before driving to ensure the best comfort and safety.
Adjusting the Front Seats
Adjust the driver’s seat as far back as possible while 
allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle.
You should  be able to sit  upright and well  back in the 
seat, adequately press the pedals without leaning 
forward, and grip the steering wheel comfortably. 
The passenger’s seat should be adjusted so that it 
is as far back from the front airbag in the dashboard 
as possible.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada
recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of the 
steering wheel and the chest.
Driver’s Power Seat*
Move back and allow 
sufficient space.
*if equipped
Horizontal position
adjustment
Height adjustmen t
Seat-back angle
adjustmentLumbar support
adjustmen
t
Reclining the seat-back too far can result in serious injury or death in a crash.
Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well back in the seat.
WARNING
Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious injury or death if the 
front airbags inflate.
Always sit as far back from the front airbags as possible while maintaining 
control of the vehicle.
WARNING

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INDEXVOICE COMMAND INDEX
Audio Commands*
The system accepts these commands on most screens. Audio volume levels
cannot be controlled using voice commands. 
FM/AM Radio Commands
• Audio on**
• Audio off**
• radio FM
• radio AM
• Radio tune to # FM (#: frequency, 
e.g., 95.5)
• Radio tune to # AM (#: frequency, 
e.g., 1020)
• radio FM preset # (#: 1 to 12)
• radio AM preset # (#: 1 to 6)
SiriusXM® Radio Commands
• radio SXM
• SXM channel # (#: 0 to 255)
• SXM channel (channel name)
• radio SXM preset # (#: 1 to 12)
Disc (CD) Commands
• Disc
• Disc play
• Disc play track # (#: 1 to 30)
USB Commands***
• USB
• USB play
• USB play track # (#: 1 to 30)
Pandora® Commands (U.S. only)***
• Pandora
• Pandora play
iPod® Commands***
• iPod
• iPod play
• iPod play track # (#: 1-30)
Bluetooth® Audio Commands
• Bluetooth audio play
(may not work on all phones)
AUX Commands
• Aux audio play
• Music search
• List album (specify album)
• List artist (specify artist)
• List composer (specify composer)
• List genre (specify genre)
• List playlist (specify playlist)
• Play album (specify album)
• Play artist (specify artist)
• Play composer (specify composer)
• Play genre (specify genre)
• Play playlist (specify playlist)
• Play song (specify song)
• What/Who am I listening to? 
• Who is this?
• What’s playing?
• Who’s playing?
• What album is this?
Song By Voice™ Commands***
Available for tracks stored on an iPod® or USB device.
*models with navigation**These commands toggle the function on and off, so the command may not match your intended action.
INDEX
ABS .............................................................24ACC .............................................................26Accessory Power Socket ...............................49Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .........24, 26, 108Address .............................................................88Advanced Airbags .............................................8Aha™ radio ......................................................63Airbags  ...............................................................8Airbag System Components .......................12Airbag System Indicators ...........................10Ambient Meter................................................106Android Auto .....................................................65Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..............24, 105Apple CarPlay ...................................................64Apps .............................................................61Audio Commands ...........................................156Audio operation ...............................................49Accessory Power Socket ...........................49Aha™ radio ..................................................63Android Auto .................................................65Apple CarPlay ...............................................64Auxiliary Input Jack .....................................49Bluetooth® Audio ...................................58, 71Compact Disc (CD) .................................55, 68FM/AM Radio ..........................................54, 66HondaLink® ...................................................62iPod® .......................................................56, 69one Display Audio operation .....................53Pandora® .................................................59, 72SiriusXM® radio ...........................................67Sound .............................................................52Steering Wheel Controls .............................51Touchscreen operation ..............................60USB Flash Drive ......................................57, 70USB Port ........................................................49Wi-Fi Connection ..........................................63Wireless Charger .........................................50Auto High-Beam System.....................24, 26, 36Automatic Rain-Sensing Wipers ...................38Automatic Dimming rearview Mirror ...........44Automatic Transmission ...............................102Auxiliary Input Jack .........................................49Battery ...........................................................140Bluetooth® Audio .......................................58, 71Bluetooth® Audio Commands ......................156Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) .................73Call History ..............................................76, 82Dialing a Number ...................................75, 81e-Mail .............................................................83HFL Controls ............................................73, 78HondaLink® Assist .......................................84Making a Call ..........................................75, 81Pairing a Phone ......................................74, 80
Phonebook ..............................................76, 82Siri eyes Free ................................................85SMS Text Messaging ............................77, 83Speed Dial ...............................................75, 81Talk Button Tips ............................................79Brake Assist System......................................105Brake Fluid ......................................................139Brake system ..............................................23, 24Braking ...........................................................105Brightness Control ...........................................35Call History ..................................................76, 82Carbon Monoxide Gas.......................................4Changing a Flat Tire .......................................124Changing Settings ............................................47Charging system...............................................23Child Safety .......................................................14Child Seat ..........................................................16Adding Security with a Tether ...................19LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ....................17Climate Control Commands ..........................155Climate Control System ...................................46Clock .............................................................48Clutch Fluid......................................................139Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) ...................................24, 113Compact Disc (CD) .....................................55, 68Compact Disc (CD) Commands ....................156Condition Indicators ........................................25Contact Us .......................................................153Continuously Variable Transmission (CvT) .................................................100Cruise Control ...........................................26, 107Customer Information....................................152Customized Features .......................................47Dashboard and Other Controls ........................2Destination ........................................................88Dialing a Number .......................................75, 81Door Mirrors .....................................................44Door open ..........................................................25Doors .......................................................31, 32DoT Tire Quality Grading ..............................146Driving .............................................................93Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .................108Braking .........................................................105Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) .........................................113Continuously Variable Transmission (CvT) .................................................100Cruise Control .............................................107eco Assist System ......................................106ENGINE START/STOP button ...................100Ignition ...........................................................99Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .......111

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INDEXINDEX
LaneWatch™ ..............................................112Manual Transmission ................................104Maximum Load Limit ....................................95Multi-view rear Camera ..........................115Paddle Shifters ...................................101, 103Parking Sensor System .............................114Power Mode ...............................................100refueling ......................................................116remote engine Start ....................................98road Departure Mitigation (rDM) ..........110Shifting .........................................................100Towing a Trailer ............................................97Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) ................106Wiper Blades ..............................................141Driving Position Memory System ..................43eco Assist System..........................................106eCoN Button ...................................................106eCoN mode .......................................................26electric Power Steering (ePS) .......................24Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ................106e-Mail .............................................................83emergency engine Stop ................................121emergency Towing ........................................121engine and Fuel ......................................149, 151engine Coolant................................................138engine oil.........................................................135ENGINE START/STOP button .......................100exterior lights ..............................................26, 35Fastening a Seat Belt ........................................7Flat Tire ...........................................................124Floor Mats .........................................................40Fluids ...................................................150, 151FM/AM Radio ..............................................54, 66FM/AM Radio Commands .............................156Fog lights ...........................................................26Foot Brake .......................................................105Frequently Asked Questions ........................152Front Airbags (SRS) ...........................................8Fuel Information .............................................116Fuse Locations................................................127Garage opener .................................................45Hazards  .............................................................26Headlight-Wiper Integration ..........................37Head restraints ................................................41High beams .......................................................26Home Address ..................................................88HomeLink® Garage opener ............................45HondaLink® .......................................................62HondaLink® Assist ...........................................84Honda roadside Assistance ........................153Hood ...........................................................133Ignition  .............................................................99Immobilizer ........................................................26Information Display..........................................27Instrument Panel ..............................................23
Interior Lights....................................................35Intermittent Wipers..........................................37iPod® .......................................................56, 69iPod® Commands ...........................................156Jump Starting .................................................118Key .............................................................30Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)...................................25, 26, 111LaneWatch™ ..................................................112Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts ...................................5LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ........................17Light Bulbs...............................................149, 151Light control ......................................................24Lights .......................................................26, 35Lock Tab .............................................................32Low fuel .............................................................25Low oil pressure ...............................................23Low tire pressure .............................................25Maintenance...................................................130Battery .........................................................140Brake Fluid ..................................................139Clutch Fluid ..................................................139engine Coolant ............................................138engine oil .....................................................135Maintenance Minder™ .............................131Service Codes .............................................132Under the Hood ..........................................133Window Washer Fluid ...............................140Wiper Blades ..............................................141Making a Call ..............................................75, 81Malfunction indicator lamp ............................24Malfunction Indicators....................................23Manual Seats....................................................40Manual Transmission ....................................104Map Legend ......................................................91Master Door Lock Switch ...............................32Maximum Load Limit........................................95Mirrors .............................................................44Moonroof ...........................................................34Multi-Information Display (MID)....................28Multi-view rear Camera ..............................115Music search ..................................................156Navigation .........................................................86Display and Controls ....................................87entering a Destination .................................88Home Address ..............................................88Map Legend ..................................................91Place Category .............................................89recent Places ...............................................89routing ...........................................................91Saved Places ................................................90Steering Wheel Controls .............................86Street Address ..............................................88System Guidance v olume ...........................86Talk Button Tips ............................................86
Traffic .............................................................92Turn-by-turn directions ...............................91Navigation Commands ..................................155one Display Audio operation .........................53one-Touch Turn Signal ....................................38On/Off Indicators ..............................................26opening the Hood ..........................................134overheating.....................................................120Paddle Shifters .......................................101, 103Pairing a Phone ..........................................74, 80Pandora® .....................................................59, 72Pandora® Commands ....................................156Parking brake............................................25, 105Parking sensor system ............................24, 114Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .....................11Phone .......................................................74, 80Phonebook ..................................................76, 82Phone Commands ..........................................155Place Category .................................................89Power Door Mirrors.........................................44Power Driver’s Seat .........................................39Power Mode ...................................................100Power Moonroof operation ...........................34Power Window Operation ..............................33radio .............................................................66Rain-Sensing Wipers.......................................38readiness Codes............................................148rear Camera ...................................................115rear Seats .........................................................42rearview Mirror ...............................................44recent Places...................................................89refueling..........................................................116remote Battery Strength ..............................117remote engine Start ........................................98remote Transmitter .........................................30reporting Safety Defects................................22road Departure Mitigation (rDM) ........25, 110roadside Assistance .....................................153routing .............................................................91Safety Information .............................................3Airbags .............................................................8Child Safety ...................................................14reporting Safety Defects ............................22Safety Label Locations ................................21Safety Messages ...........................................3Seat Belts ........................................................5Saved Places ....................................................90Seat Belts ............................................................5Fastening a Seat Belt ....................................7Seat Belt Inspection ......................................6Seat Belt reminder ......................................25Seat Heaters .....................................................46Seats .............................................................39Select/reset knob .............................................27Sequential Shift Mode...................................103
Service Codes.................................................132Settings .......................................................29, 47Setting the Clock ..............................................48Shifting ...........................................................100Shift Lever Does Not Move ..........................117Side Airbags........................................................9Side Curtain Airbags..........................................9Siri eyes Free ....................................................85SiriusXM® radio ...............................................67SiriusXM® radio Commands ........................156Smart entry system ....................................23, 31SMS Text Messaging ................................77, 83Song By v oice™ Commands ........................156Sound .............................................................52Specifications .................................................149Speed Dial ...................................................75, 81SrS (Supplemental restraint System) Indicator.............................................10Starter system ..................................................24Steering Wheel.................................................43Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls ............1Steering Wheel Controls...........................51, 86Street Address..................................................88Supplemental restraint System (SrS) .........23System Guidance v olume ...............................86System message ..............................................25Talk Button Tips ..........................................79, 86Text Messaging ..........................................77, 83Tire Information ..............................................142DoT Tire Quality Grading ..........................146Inflation Guidelines ....................................142Tire and Loading Information Label ........143Tire and Wheel Replacement ...................143Tire Chains ...................................................144Tire Identification Number (TIN) ..............145Tire Labeling ................................................145Tire Service Life ..........................................144Tire Terminology .........................................145Wear Indicators .........................................142Winter Tires .................................................144Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .......................................24, 122Tires ...................................................149, 151Touchscreen operation ..................................60Towing ...........................................................121Towing a Trailer ................................................97Traffic .............................................................92Trip Computer ...................................................29Troubleshooting ..............................................152Trunk .............................................................31Trunk opener ....................................................32Turn-by-turn directions ...................................91Turn Signal ..................................................26, 38Under the Hood ..............................................133USB Commands..............................................156