2017 HONDA ACCORD USB

INTRODUCTION
This owner’s Guide is intended to help you quickly get acquainted with your
2017 Honda Accord Sedan. It provides basic information and instructions on
technology and convenience features, as well as emergency procedures and\
how to
get assistance.
This guide is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada. It cove\
rs
all Accord
Sedan models, so you may find descriptions of features and equipment t\
hat are not
in your vehicle. Images throughout this guide are from U.S. vehicles and\
represent
features and equipment that are available on some, but not all, models.
This guide is not intended to be a substitute for the
owner’

s Manual. The
owner
Information CD enclosed in your glove box kit includes the
owner’

s Manual,
Navigation Manual, and vehicle and tire warranties in electronic format.\
This
information can be viewed on a computer (PC
or Mac platform) and saved or printed
for your reference. Y

ou can also visit owners.honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca
(Canada) to view the complete and most current information.
If you are the first registered owner of your vehicle, you may request\
a complimentary
printed copy of the
owner’

s Manual, Navigation Manual, or
vehicle Warranty within
the first six months of vehicle purchase. T

o request a copy, visit owners.honda.com
(U.S.) and create or log in to your account. In Canada, please request\
a copy from
your Honda dealer.
American Honda Motor Company strives to be proactive in protecting our
environment and natural resources. By using electronic delivery for a co\
nsiderable
portion of the information typically found in a vehicle owner’s manual, we are further
reducing our impact on the environment.
Honda Automobile Customer Service
Your authorized Honda dealer should be able to answer any questions you h\
ave
about your vehicle. However, if you are dissatisfied with the information you receive,
you can call Honda Automobile Customer Service (see page 152).
Call (800) 999-1009 (U.S.) or (888) 946-6329 (Canada)
Honda Roadside Assistance
24-hour emergency road service is available to you in the United States \
and Canada
throughout your 3-year/36,000-mile warranty term. Services include jump starting,
flat tire and lockout assistance, towing, and more (limitations apply\
).
Call (866) 864-5211 (U.S.) or (800) 465-7587 (Canada)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
*if equipped
VISUAL INDEX
..............................................................
1Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls ...............1
Dashboard and
other Controls .......................... 2
SAFETY INFORMATION .............................................. 3Important Safety Information .............................3
Seat Belts...............................................................5
Airbags
................................................................... 8
Child Safety
......................................................... 14
Safety Label Locations
...................................... 21
reporting Safety Defects ..................................22
INSTRUMENT PANEL ................................................ 23Malfunction Indicators ......................................23
Condition Indicators
........................................... 25
on/off Indicators ................................................ 26
Information Display*
.......................................... 27
Multi-Information Display (MID)*
.................... 28
VEHICLE CONTROLS .................................................. 30Using the Key or remote Transmitter* ...........30
Smart
entry System* .......................................... 31
Door
operation ................................................... 32
Power Window
operation ................................ 33
Power Moonroof
operation* ........................... 34
Interior and
exterior Lights ............................... 35
Auto High-Beam System*
................................. 36
Wiper
operation ................................................. 37
one-T

ouch Turn Signal
...................................... 38
Adjusting the Seats
............................................ 39
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
.......................... 43
Driving Position Memory System*
.................. 43
Adjusting the Mirrors
......................................... 44
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver* ................. 45
Climate Control System
.................................... 46
Seat Heaters*
..................................................... 47
Customized Features
......................................... 48
Setting the Clock
................................................ 49
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY ....................................50Basic Audio operation ...................................... 50
Models with one display
................................... 54
one Display Audio operation .........................54
FM/AM
radio .................................................... 55
Compact Disc (CD)
........................................... 56
iPod® ................................................................. 57
USB Flash Drive
............................................... 58
Bluetooth® Audio ............................................. 59
Pandora®* ......................................................... 60
Models with touchscreen
................................. 61
T

ouchscreen
operation .................................. 61
HondaLink® ...................................................... 63
Wi-Fi Connection
............................................. 64
Aha™ radio ........................................................ 64
Apple CarPlay™ ............................................... 65
Android Auto™ ..................................................66
FM/AM
radio ................................................... 67
SiriusXM® radio* ............................................. 68
Compact Disc (CD)
.......................................... 69
iPod® ................................................................. 70
USB Flash Drive
............................................... 71
Bluetooth® Audio ............................................. 72
Pandora®* ......................................................... 73
BLUETOOTH® HANDSFREELINK® (HFL) .................74Models with one display ................................... 74
Basic HFL
operation ........................................ 74
Pairing a Phone
................................................ 75
Making a Call
.................................................... 76
SMS T

ext Messaging
...................................... 78
Models with touchscreen
................................. 79
Basic HFL
operation ........................................ 79
Pairing a Phone
................................................ 81
Making a Call
.................................................... 82
SMS T

ext Messaging and
e-Mail* ................ 84
HondaLink® Assist ........................................... 85
Siri™ eyes Free .................................................. 86
NAVIGATION* ............................................................. 87Basic Navigation operation .............................87
entering a Destination ....................................... 89
routing ................................................................. 92

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S
AFETYVISUAL INDEX
SAFETY INFORMATION
Your safety—and the safety of others—is very important, and operati\
ng this vehicle
safely is an important responsibility. While we strive to help you make informed
decisions about safety, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. Therefore\
, you must
use your own good judgment.
Important Safety Information
This guide explains many of your vehicle’s safety features and how to use them.
Please read this information carefully. Following the instructions below will also help
to keep you and your passengers safe.
Important Safety Precautions
•
Always wear your seat belt.
•
Secure all children in the proper restraint system.
•
Be aware of airbag hazards.
•
Don’t drink and drive.
•
Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely.
•
Control your speed.
•
Keep your vehicle in safe condition.
engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you fro\
m paying
close attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead \
to a crash.
remember

, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe
to divert some attention away from driving.
Safety Messages
When you see the following messages throughout this guide, pay close att\
ention.
You WILL be KILLeD or SerIoUSL

Y HU
rT if you don’
t follow


instructions.
You CAN be KILLeD or SerIoUSL

Y HU
rT if you don’
t follow



instructions.

You CAN be HUrT if you don’

t follow instructions.
This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your



vehicle, other property, or the environment.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
Dashboard and Other Controls
1 Audio system/touchscreen*/

navigation* system p. 54, p. 79,
p. 87
2 Hazard warning button
3 Climate control system p. 46
4 Seat heater switches* p. 47
5 USB port p. 50 Wireless charger* p. 51
Accessory power socket p. 50
6 rearview mirror p. 44
7 Power window switches p. 33
Door lock switches p. 32

Door mirror controls p. 45
8 Fuel fill door release handle
p. 115
Trunk release

p. 32
9 Shift lever p. 101
10 Hood release handle p. 133
11 Driving Position Memory System

buttons* p. 43
*if equipped
2
4
71
8
6
35910
11

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Wireless Charger*
Canadian models
Charge your Qi
®-compatible device when the vehicle is on.
1.
Press and hold the power button. A green
indicator appears when the charger is on.
2.
Place the chargeable side of the device on the
charge area. The system begins charging the
device when the amber indicator appears.
3.
The green indicator appears when charging is
complete.
on some devices, the amber indicator
may stay on even when charging is complete.
Gr een indicator
Amber indicator
Charging area
(Power)
button
Notes:
•
This system consumes a lot of power. It is best to charge your device when the
engine is running.
•
If the indicator light is blinking, there may be an obstacle between the\

device and charging area, the device may have moved, or the charger is
malfunctioning.
•
The device may not charge if you are near strong electromagnetic waves, \
such
as at a gas station.
•
The device and charging area may get warm during charging. This is norma\
l.
•
Do not place any magnetic devices, credit cards, or watches within the
charge area while charging. The data on credit cards can be lost, and
watches may stop working.
•
Do not spill liquids (i. e. water, drinks, etc.) on the charger and the device.
• Do not use oil, grease, alcohol, benzine or thinner for cleaning the cha\
rge pad.
• Do not cover the system with towels, clothing, or other objects while ch\
arging etc.
• Avoid spraying aerosols which may contact the charge pad surface.
NOTICE Metal objects between the charge pad and the device to be charged will
get hot and can burn you.
•
Always remove foreign objects from the charge pad before charging the
device.
•
Be sure the surface is clear of dust and other debris before charging.
CAUTION
*If equipped. Qi is a registered trademark of the Wireless Power Consort\
ium.
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
*if equipped
Learn how to operate the vehicle’s audio system.
Basic Audio Operation
Connect audio devices and operate buttons and displays for the audio sys\
tem.
USB Port 1.
open the cover in the front console.
2.
Connect a USB flash drive or iPod/iPhone® cable
connector to the USB port.
An additional USB port* is located in the center
console.
iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Apple, Inc.
Auxiliary Input Jack* Connect standard audio devices with a 1/8-inch
(3.5 mm) stereo miniplug.
1.
open the AUX cover on the audio panel.
2.
Insert the miniplug attached to the audio device
into the jack. The audio system switches to
AUX
mode. Use the device to control the audio.
Applicable laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
Accessory Power Socket
open the socket cover in the front console to use
power when the vehicle is on.
There is an additional power socket inside the
center console.
Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter element. This can ove\
rheat the
power socket.
NOTICE

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Adjusting the Sound
Adjust various sound settings.
Using the SETTINGS button*
Use the selector knob to make and enter selections.
1.
Press the SeTTINGS button.
2.
Select Audio Settings.
3.
Select Sound.
4.
Select a sound mode to change, and adjust it
using the selector knob.
5.
Press the BACK button to exit the menu.
Using the touchscreen*
Touch items on the screen to make and enter selections.
1.
From the HoMe screen, select Settings.
2.
Select Audio.
3.
Select Sound.
4.
Select the tabs to change the sound mode and
adjust the setting.
5.
Select oK when complete.
*if equipped
Steering Wheel Controls You can operate certain functions of the audio
system using the steering wheel controls.
SOURCE button: Cycle through available audio
modes.
/ buttons: Change presets, tracks, albums, or
folders.
+ / - buttons: Adjust audio volume.
MENU button*:
on vehicles with touchscreen, press to view options for the
current audio source. Use the other buttons to navigate through the opti\
ons.
FM/AM/SiriusXM Radio
Press
or for the next or previous station.
Press and hold
or for the next or previous strong station.
CD/iPod/USB/Bluetooth Audio
Press
or for the next or previous track.
Press and hold
or for the next or previous folder (CD/USB).
Pandora (U.S. only)
Press
for the next song.
Press and hold
or for the next or previous station.
*if equipped

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with one display
iPod®
Play and operate an iPod through the vehicle’s audio system. Connect your device to
the USB port (see page 50).
MENU button:
Display menu
items, such as
Music Search.
Selector knob:
rotate to change
songs. Seek/Skip
buttons:

Press to
change tracks.
Press and hold
to move rapidly
within a track.
AUX button:
Play iPod.
Searching for Music
Use the selector knob to search for tracks stored on the iPod.
1.
From the audio screen, press the MeNU button.
2.
Select Music Search.
3.
Select a search category.
4.
Select the track you want to play.
iPod is a trademark of Apple, Inc.
iPod display
Models with one display
Compact Disc (CD)
The audio system supports audio CDs, CD-rs, and CD-rWs in MP3, WMA, or AAC
formats.
Do not use CDs with adhesive labels or insert a damaged CD. Inserting th\
ese types
of CDs may cause them to get stuck or damage the audio unit.
NOTICE
Searching for Music
Use the selector knob to search for tracks stored on the CD.
1.
From the audio screen, press the MeNU button.
2.
Select Music Search.
3.
Select the folder or track you want to play.
CD display
CD button:
Play a CD. CD eject button
CD slot
Selector knob:
rotate to change
tracks or folders.
MENU button:


Display menu
items, such as
Music Search. Seek/Skip
buttons: Press to
change tracks.
Press and hold
to move rapidly
within a track.

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with one display
Bluetooth® Audio
Play streaming or stored audio from your compatible phone through the ve\
hicle’s
audio system. Connect your phone to Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (see page 75).
visit

handsfreelink.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone
compatibility. Standard data rates apply.
Applicable laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
Launch streaming audio on your phone only when safe to do so.
Notes:
•
Make sure the volume on your phone is properly adjusted.
•
You may need to enable additional settings on your phone for playback.
•
The resume/pause function and remote audio controls are not supported on\
all
phones.
Bluetooth Audio display
Preset button 1: resume playing. AUX button:

Play Bluetooth
Audio.
Seek/Skip
buttons: Press to
change tracks.
Preset button 2:
Pause playing.
Models with one display
USB Flash Drive
Play and operate a USB flash drive through the vehicle’s audio system. only MP3,
WMA, or AAC formats are supported. Connect your device to the USB port (\
see
page 50).
Searching for Music
Use the selector knob to search for tracks stored on the USB flash dri\
ve.
1.
From the audio screen, press the MeNU button.
2.
Select Music Search.
3.
Select a folder.
4.
Select the track you want to play.
Selector knob: rotate to change
folders. Seek/Skip
buttons: Press to
change tracks.
Press and hold
to move rapidly
within a track.
AUX button: Play
a connected USB
drive.
MENU button:
Display menu
items, such as
Music Search.
USB display

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with touchscreen
Touchscreen Operation
Use simple gestures—including touching, swiping, and scrolling—to \
operate certain
audio functions.
Some items may be grayed out during driving to reduce the potential for \
distraction.
You can select them when the vehicle is stopped or use voice commands* (\
see page
155).
Wearing gloves may limit or prevent touchscreen response.
*if equipped
Press the display button
to change displays.
Power button:
Turn audio on
or off.
HOME
(shown)
MENU: Display
menu items for the
selected screen.
BACK: Go back
to the previous
screen. button:
Change screen
brightness.
Settings: Choose
Audio for options. Audio: Display
current audio
information.
Volume
Left arrow:
Display apps or
widgets.
Models with one display
Pandora®*
Play and operate Pandora from your phone through the vehicle’s audio system. visit
handsfreelink.com to check phone compatibility . Standard data rates apply.
Available in the U.S. only.
Connect your phone when the vehicle is stopped.
For iPhone:
•
Connect via Bluetooth

HandsFreeLink (see page 75) or USB port (see page 50).
•
A pop-up may appear on your phone requesting you to allow access for Pan\
dora
to be launched.
•
If you cannot operate Pandora through the audio system, it may be stream\
ing
through Bluetooth Audio. Make sure Pandora is selected on the audio system.
•
If Pandora still does not operate, try rebooting the phone and reconnect\
ing the
cable if necessary

.
For Android or BlackBerry:
•
Connect via Bluetooth

HandsFreeLink (see page 75).
Applicable laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
Launch streaming audio on your phone only when safe to do so.
Selector knob: rotate to change
the station.
USB display
AUX button:
Play Pandora.
Skip button:
Go to the
next song.
Preset buttons:
Press the button
for each function.
(1) Pause/resume
(2) Dislike song
(3) Like song
(4) Bookmark track
(5) Bookmark artist

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Models with touchscreen
Apple CarPlay™
Connect a compatible iPhone to the system. You can use the touchscreen to make
a phone call, listen to music, and more.
visit the Apple CarPlay website f

or more
infromation.
Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone
and launching any compatible apps.
1.
Connect the iPhone to the front USB port (see page
50).
2.
From the HoMe screen, select Apple CarPlay

.
3.
Apple CarPlay requires you to send vehicle
information to Honda. Select enable once, Always
enable, or Cancel.
4.
Select a menu option.
Phone: Access your contacts, make phone calls, or listen to voicemail. W

hile
connected to Apple CarPlay, calls can only be made through Apple CarPlay, not
through Bluetooth HandsFreeLink.
Messages:
view and reply to text messages, or have messages read to you aloud
by the system.
Music:

Play music stored on your iPhone.
Maps:
view a map and operate navigation. Y

ou can only use Apple CarPlay or the
pre-installed navigation system to set a destination with routing guidan\
ce.
once connected, press and hold the T

alk button to operate the system using voice
commands with Siri
eyes Free.
HOME screen
Apple CarPlay
Apple CarPlay menu
Return
to HOME
screen
Return to Apple CarPlay menu screen
Apple CarPlay requires a compatible iPhone with an active cellular conne\
ction and data plan. Your
carrier’s rate plans will apply.
Use of Apple CarPlay will result in the transmission of certain user and\
vehicle information (such as
vehicle location, speed, and status) to your iPhone to enhance the Appl\
e CarPlay experience. You will
need to consent to the sharing of this information on the Display Audio \
screen.
Changes in operating systems, hardware, software, and other technology i\
ntegral to providing Apple
CarPlay functionality, as well as new or revised governmental regulations, may result in a de\
crease
or cessation of Apple CarPlay functionality and services. Honda cannot a\
nd does not provide any
warranty or guarantee of future Apple CarPlay performance or functionali\
ty.
It is possible to use third-party apps if they are compatible with Apple\
CarPlay. Refer to the Apple
website for information on compatible apps.
Models with touchscreen
Wi-Fi Connection
You can connect the audio system to the internet using Wi-Fi and use onli\
ne
services through the touchscreen. If your compatible phone has hotspot c\
apabilities,
the system can be tethered to the phone. Follow the steps below to set u\
p Wi-Fi
when the vehicle is stopped. Standard data rates apply with your phone s\
ervice
provider.
1.
From the HoMe screen, select Settings.
2.
Select Bluetooth/Wi-Fi. Select the Wi-Fi tab.
3.
Select Wi-Fi on/off Status, and select on.
4.
Select Wi-Fi Network List. Make sure your phone’s
Wi-Fi setting is in access point (tethering) mode.
5.
Select the phone you want to connect to the
system. If the phone you want to connect does not
appear, select Scan.
6.
Select Connect.
7.
enter a password for your phone. Select Done.
The Wi-Fi symbol is displayed on the list when
connection is successful.
Aha™ Radio
Access music and information programming, location-based services, and social
media through your vehicle’s audio system.
visit

handsfreelink.honda.com (U.S.) or handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to check phone
compatibility. Standard data rates apply. Make sure you have an active Aha account.
Bluetooth connection
Connect your compatible smartphone via Bluetooth HandsFreeLink (see page 81).
Make sure the HondaLink Connect app is downloaded to your phone (see pa\
ge
63). Follow steps 1 and 2 below.
Wi-Fi connection
You can also connect via Wi-Fi (see page 64) or Wi-Fi tethering with yo\
ur enabled
smartphone. Follow steps 1 and 2 below.
1.
From the HoMe screen, select Aha (swipe to the second screen if necessary).
2.
enter your Aha account email and password to begin using Aha.