2016 HONDA ACCORD COUPE light

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Remote Engine Start*
Start your vehicle’s  engine using the remote  transmitter  before you enter  the vehicle.
Make sure the vehicle is in a safe location when using remote engine start (i.e., a
well-ventilated area, away from any flammable materials).
Starting the Engine
Press the Lock button, then press and hold the Engine button within 5 seconds to 
remotely start the engine.
The engine runs for up to 10 minutes. To extend the run time for another 10
minutes, repeat the procedure during the initial 10 minutes.
While the engine is running, the climate control system adjusts the cabin 
temperature, the security system remains on, and lights and accessories remain
off.
Stopping the Engine
Press and hold the Engine button.
The engine will also stop if it has been running for more than 10 minutes, or if any 
door is opened without using the remote or smart entry.
Engine exhaust contains toxic carbon monoxide gas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can kill you or cause unconsciousness.
Never use the remote engine starter when the vehicle is parked in a gara\
ge or
other area with limited ventilation.
WARNING
Lock button
Engine button
*if equipped
Starting to Drive
Turn on the vehicle and start the engine to begin driving.
Before Starting the Engine
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Check that the shift lever is in Park (P), then press
the brake pedal. Keep your foot firmly on the brake 
pedal when starting the engine.
Manual transmission
Check that the shift lever is in Neutral (N), then
press the brake pedal with your right foot and the 
clutch pedal with your left foot. The clutch must be 
fully pressed to start the engine.
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in thinner air found a\
t altitudes
above 8,000 feet (2,400 m). When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off 
all electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control system, a\
nd rear
defogger in order to reduce battery drain.
Starting the Ignition*
Insert the key into the ignition and turn to turn on the vehicle or start the engine.
0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this position.
I ACCESSORY: operate the audio system and other
accessories in this position.
II ON: operate other electrical items, such as
wipers and power windows. This is also the position
when driving.
III START: This position is for starting the engine. The switch returns to oN when
you release the key.
Manual transmission models
*if equipped
Brake peda l
Brake pedal
Clutch pedal
removing the key from the ignition switch while driving locks the steerin\
g.
This can cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
remove the key from the ignition switch only when parked.
WARNING

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*if equipped
Shift up1 to 22 to 33 to 44 to 55 to 6
Normal acceleration17 mph (27 km/h)29 mph (46 km/h)37 mph (60 km/h)43 mph (69 km/h)49 mph (79 km/h)
Recommended shift points (4-cylinder) LX-S (U.S.) and LX (Canada) models
Manual Transmission*
Fully press the clutch pedal to operate the shift lever
and change gears.
Do not shift to Reverse (R) before the vehicle comes to a complete stop. This can 
damage the transmission.
NOTICE
Shift up1 to 22 to 33 to 44 to 55 to 6
Normal acceleration17 mph (28 km/h)27 mph (44 km/h)36 mph (57 km/h)41 mph (66 km/h)44 mph (71 km/h)
Recommended shift points (6-cylinder)
Before downshifting, make sure the engine will not go into the tachomete\
r’s red
zone. This can severely damage your engine.
NOTICE
Braking
Slow down or stop your vehicle, and keep it from moving when parked.
Foot Brake
Press the brake pedal to slow down or stop your 
vehicle from moving.
Brake Assist System
During hard or emergency braking, the system 
increases braking force. The brake pedal may move 
slightly or make a noise; this is normal. Continue to
hold the brake pedal firmly down. 
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
During hard or emergency braking, the system 
rapidly pumps the brakes to prevent wheel lockup 
and help you maintain steering control. The brake 
pedal may pulsate slightly during ABS operation;
this is normal. Do not pump the brake pedal, and 
continue to hold it firmly down.
Parking Brake
Keep the vehicle from moving when it is parked.
To apply: Pull the lever up fully without pressing the
release button. 
To release: Press and hold the release button, then 
lower the lever down all the way.
Brake pedal
Brake pedal
The ABS may not function correctly if you use an incorrect tire type and size. 
NOTICE
Release the parking brake fully before driving. The rear brakes and axle can be 
damaged if you drive with the parking brake applied. 
NOTICE
Shift up1 to 22 to 33 to 44 to 55 to 6
Normal acceleration15 mph (24 km/h)25 mph (40 km/h)40 mph (64 km/h)47 mph (76 km/h)52 mph (84 km/h)
Recommended shift points (4-cylinder) Except LX-S (U.S.) and LX (Canada) models

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Eco Assist System
Can help improve fuel economy by adjusting the performance of the engine, 
transmission, climate control system, and cruise control.
ECON Button
Press the ECON button to turn the system on or off. 
The eCoN Mode indicator and a message in the
multi-information display* appear when the system 
is turned on.
Ambient Meter
Color-coded bars change based on your driving 
style and brake or accelerator pedal operation.
Green: Fuel-efficient driving
Light green: Moderate acceleration/deceleration
White: Aggressive acceleration/deceleration
Ambient meter
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) System
Helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns more or less 
than what was intended. It assists in maintaining traction on slippery surfaces by 
regulating engine output and selectively applying the brakes.
Turning VSA On or Off
vSA is turned on every time you start the engine,
even if you previously turned it off. If you turn VSA 
off, your vehicle has normal braking and cornering 
ability, but VSA traction and stability enhancement 
become less effective.
Press and hold the VSA OFF button until you hear a 
beep to turn VSA on or off. The VSA OFF indicator 
appears when the system is off.
Traction control becomes less effective, which may make it easier when trying to 
free your vehicle if it is stuck in mud or snow.
VSA OFF indicator
*if equipped
Cruise Control*
Maintain a constant vehicle speed without having to keep your foot on th\
e
accelerator pedal. Use cruise control on freeways or open roads where yo\
u can
travel at a constant speed with little acceleration or deceleration.
Activating and Setting the Vehicle Speed
1. Press the CRUISE button. The CRUISE MAIN indicator 
appears.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed (above 25 mph/
40 km/h). Take your foot off the pedal and press the -/
SET button to set the speed. The CRUISE CONTROL 
indicator appears.
Adjusting the Vehicle Speed
Press the RES/+ button to increase speed, or the -/SET 
button to decrease speed.
Each time you press the button, the vehicle speed is 
increased or decreased by about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). If you 
keep the button pressed, the vehicle speed increases or 
decreases until you release it.
Canceling Cruise Control
Press the CANCEL button or the brake pedal. The CRUISE 
CoNTroL indicator goes off.
After cruise control has been canceled, you can still 
resume the prior set speed by pressing the RES/+ button 
while driving at a speed of at least 25 mph (40 km/h).
Press the CRUISE button to turn the system off.
*if equipped
Improper use of cruise control can lead to a crash.
Use cruise control only when traveling on open highways in good weather.
WARNING
CRUISE button
RES/+ button
-/SET button
CANCEL button

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LaneWatch™*
Check the passenger-side rear areas in the upper display when the right turn signal
is activated.
Activating LaneWatch
Activate the right turn signal. The LaneWatch display 
appears. Check the display for blind spots, and 
visually confirm that it is safe to change lanes.
You can also press the LaneWatch button on the end 
of the turn signal switch to view a constant real-time
display. Press it again to turn the display off.
Changing Settings
Customize the display and how and when the display appears.
1. From the Home screen, select Settings.
2. Select Camera.
3. Select LaneWatch.
4. Select an option and make the preferred changes.
5. Press BACK to exit the menu.
Important Safety Reminder
Like all assistance systems, LaneWatch has limitations. Over-reliance on the system 
may result in a collision.
*if equipped
LaneWatch display
Failure to visually confirm that it is safe to change lanes before doing so may 
result in a crash and serious injury or death.
Do not rely only on LaneWatch while driving. Always look in your mirrors, to 
either side of your vehicle, and behind you for other vehicles before changing 
lanes.
WARNING
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)*
Can assist you when there is a possibility of your vehicle colliding with a vehicle or a 
pedestrian detected in front of yours.
The system can give you visual, audible, and tactile alerts when a potential collision 
is determined, and reduce your vehicle speed to help minimize collision severity 
when a collision is deemed unavoidable.
When a potential collision with a detected oncoming vehicle is determined, a BRAKE 
message appears in the multi-information display, the head-up warning lights flash,
a beep sounds, and the steering wheel vibrates.
The system activates when:
• The speed difference between your vehicle and a vehicle or pedestrian detected 
in front of you is about 3 mph (5 km/h) and over with a chance of a collision.
• Your vehicle speed is about 62 mph (100 km/h) or less and there is a chance of a 
collision with an oncoming detected vehicle or a pedestrian in front of \
you.
*if equipped
Alert Stages
The system has three alert stages for a possible collision. Depending on  the 
circumstances or CMBS settings, CMBS may not go through all of the stage\
s
before initiating the last stage.
Stage 1: Visual and audible warning, steering wheel vibrations
Stage 2: Visual and audible warning, light brake application
Stage 3: Visual and audible warning, strong brake application
BeepHead-up

warning lights Steering vibrations
Important Safety Reminder
CMBS is designed to reduce the severity of an unavoidable collision. It does  not 
prevent collisions nor stop the vehicle automatically. It is still your responsibility to 
operate the brake pedal and steering wheel appropriately according to the driving 
conditions.

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Turning CMBS On or Off
Press and hold the CMBS OFF button. A beep sounds 
and a message appears in the multi-information
display. The CMBS indicator appears when the
system is off.
CMBS oFF button
Changing Settings
Determine the warning timing. The vehicle must be in Park (P).
1. From the HoMe screen, select Settings.
2. Select vehicle.
3. Select Driver Assist System Setup.
4. Select Forward Collision Warning Distance.
5. Select Long, Normal, or Short.
6. Press BACK to exit the menu.
Parking Sensor System*
When the system senses an object when you are parking or backing up, indicators 
appear on the upper display and a series of beeps will sound.
Turning the System On or Off
Press the parking sensor button to turn the system 
on or off. A green indicator light appears on the
button when the system is on.
Screen indicators
*if equipped
Multi-View Rear Camera
When you shift into Reverse (R), a real-time image of the area behind your  vehicle is 
shown in the upper display, along with helpful parking guidelines.
Changing Camera Settings
Turn the guidelines on or off.
1. Models with one display: Press the SETTINGS button.
Models with touchscreen: From the HoMe screen, select Settings.
2. Select Camera.
3. Select rear Camera.
4. Select an option.
Fixed Guidelines: Guidelines appear when you shift into reverse.
Dynamic Guidelines: Guidelines move as you turn the steering wheel.
5. Select on or off.
6. Press BACK to exit the menu.
Wide view
Press the selector knob or touch icons on the screen to change views.
Normal viewTop down view
The rear camera view is restricted. You cannot see the corner ends of the bumper or what is underneath the bumper. Its unique lens also makes objects appear closer or farther than they actually are.
Visually confirm that it is safe to drive before backing up. Certain conditions (such as weather, lighting, and high temperatures) may also restrict the rear view. Do not rely on the rearview display, which does not give you all information about conditions at the rear of your vehicle.

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Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood.
1. Connect the first jumper cable to your vehicle’s 
battery (+) terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper cable 
to the booster battery (+) terminal. Use a 12-volt 
booster battery only.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the booster 
battery (-) terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second jumper cable 
to the engine mounting bolt as shown. Do not 
connect this jumper cable to any other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another vehicle, 
start the assisting vehicle’s engine and increase its
rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it turns 
over slowly, make sure that the jumper cables have 
good metal-to-metal contact.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead\

compounds. Wash your hands after handling.
Booster battery
4-cylinder models
6-cylinder models
Booster battery
4-cylinder models
6-cylinder models
A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriously 
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the battery.
WARNING
After the Engine Starts
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following 
order:
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery’s (-) 
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle battery’s (+) terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery’s (+) 
terminal.
5. Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or a dealer.

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Overheating
If the temperature gauge needle is at the H mark, the engine suddenly loses power, 
or steam or spray comes out from under the hood, your engine is overheat\
ing.
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place. Turn 
off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning 
lights.
2. If steam or spray is not present: Keep the engine
running and open the hood.
 If steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and
wait until it subsides. Then, open the hood.
3. Check that the cooling fan is operating and stop the engine once the tem\
perature
gauge needle goes down. If the cooling fan is not operating, immediately stop the 
engine.
4. once the engine has cooled down, inspect the coolant level and check the \
cooling system components for leaks. If the coolant level in the reserve tank 
is low, add coolant until it reaches the MAX mark. If there is no coolant in the 
reserve tank, make sure the radiator is cool, then cover the radiator ca\
p with a
heavy cloth and open the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to the base of the 
filler neck, and put the cap back on.
once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone 
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
MAX
Reserve tank
MIN
Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.
WARNING
removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant t\
o
spray out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap.
WARNING
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge needle at the H mark may \
damage
the engine.
NOTICE
Emergency Engine Stop*
The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to stop the engine due to an 
emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, choose one of 
the following operations:
• Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for 
two seconds, or
• Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button two 
times.
The steering wheel will not lock. Because turning off the engine also disables the 
power assist the engine provides to the steering and braking systems, it will require 
significantly more physical effort and time to steer and slow the vehi\
cle. Downshift
gears and use both feet on the brake pedal, if necessary, to slow the vehicle and 
stop immediately in a safe place.
Do not press the button while driving unless it is absolutely necessary for the engine 
to be switched off.
*if equipped
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The 
bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle’s weight.
Improper towing such as towing behind a motorhome or other motor vehicle can 
damage the transmission.
NOTICE
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
Flat bed equipment: The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck. This is
the best way to transport your vehicle.
Wheel lift equipment: The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front 
tires and lift them off the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground.\
This is an
acceptable way to tow your vehicle.

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Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually 
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. replace the flat tire with the compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tire repaired or 
replaced.
Getting Ready to Change the Tire
Park the vehicle on a firm, level, non-slippery surface. Apply the parking brake, 
shift to Park (P), and turn the vehicle off. Turn on the hazard warning lights.
1. open the trunk floor lid.
2. Take the tool case out of the trunk. Take the jack
and wheel nut wrench out of the tool case.
3. Unscrew the wing bolt, then remove the spacer 
cone. remove the spare tire.
4. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up)
under the vehicle body, near the tire that needs 
to be replaced.
5. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn using the 
wheel nut wrench.
Tool case
Spare tire
Setting Up the Jack
1. Place the jack under the jacking point closest to
the tire to be changed.
2. Turn the end bracket clockwise (as shown in 
the image) until the top of the jack contacts the
jacking point. Make sure that the jacking point
tab is resting in the jack notch.
3. Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar and 
the jack handle, until the tire is off the ground.
Jacking points
Jacking point
Jack
handle
ba r Wheel nu
t
Wrench as jack handle
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone unde\
rneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire exactly, and never get under the
vehicle when it is supported only by the jack.
WARNING
The following instructions must be followed to use the jack safely:
• Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the vehicle.
• Use the jack provided in your vehicle. other jacks may not support the weight
(“load”) or fit the jacking point.
• Do not use while the engine is running.
• Use only where the ground is firm and level.
• Use only at the jacking points.
• Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.
• Do not put anything on top of or underneath the jack.