2018 HONDA ACCORD SEDAN towing

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 37
For Safe Driving P. 38 Seat Belts P. 42 Airbags P. 49
2Instrument Panel P. 81
Indicators P. 82 Gauges and Displays P. 133
2Controls P. 163
Clock P. 164 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 166
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 187
Adjusting the Seats P. 208
2 Features P. 237
Audio System P. 238 Audio System Basic Operation P. 246, 267
Customized Features P. 367, 378 HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver* P. 397
2 Driving P. 451
Before Driving P. 452 Towing a Trailer P. 457
Parking Your Vehicle P. 548 Multi-View Rear Camera P. 558
2Maintenance P. 565
Before Performing Maintenance P. 566 Maintenance MinderTM P. 569
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 597
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 612
2Handling the Unexpected P. 621
Tools P. 622 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 623
Jump Starting P. 639 Overheating P. 641
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 656
2 Information P. 659
Specifications P. 660 Identification Numbers P. 662
Emissions Testing P. 665 Warranty Coverages P. 667
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Contents
Child Safety P. 65Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 78Safety Labels P. 79
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 178 Security System P. 181 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 184
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 188 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 206
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 217 Climate Control System P. 232
Audio Error Messages P. 340General Information on the Audio System P. 345
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 400, 424 Refuel Recommend P. 449
When Driving P. 458 Honda SensingTM P. 492Braking P. 539
Refueling P. 561 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 564
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 576 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 589
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 600 12-Volt Battery P. 609 Remote Transmitter Care P. 611
Cleaning P. 613 Accessories and Modifications P. 618
Handling of the Jack P. 635 Power System Won’t Start P. 636
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 644 Fuses P. 651 Emergency Towing P. 655
When You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 657 Refueling P. 658
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 663 Reporting Safety Defects P. 664
Authorized Manuals P. 669 Customer Service Information P. 670
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 37
Instrument PanelP. 81
ControlsP. 163
FeaturesP. 237
DrivingP. 451
MaintenanceP. 565
Handling the UnexpectedP. 621
InformationP. 659
IndexP. 671
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Quick Reference Guide
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Handling the Unexpected (P 621)
Flat Tire (P 623)
● Park in a safe location and repair the flat
tire using the tire repair kit in the trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P 644)
●Identify the indica tor and consult the
owner’s manual.
Power System Won’t
Start
(P 636)
● If the 12-volt battery is dead, jump start
using a booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 651)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 641)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the power system cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 655)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Transmission
System
Indicator
•The current shift position blinks if
the transmission system is problem
and the performance of the vehicle
is reduced.• Avoid sudden start, sudden acceleration
and high speed, and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately.
•The current shift position or all the
shift positions blink if there is a
problem with the transmission and
the vehicle is no longer able to run.• Immediately park your car in a safe place.
2 Emergency Towing P. 655
•Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
•The current shift position or all the
shift positions blink if there is a
problem with the transmission and
it is not possible to select
(P.
• While the vehicle is stopped, apply the
parking brake.
• Have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 452
Towing a Trailer ................................ 457
When Driving Turning on the Power ...................... 458
Precautions While Driving................. 464
Transmission .................................... 464
Shifting ............................................ 465
SPORT Mode.................................... 471
Deceleration Paddle Selector ............ 472
ECON Button ................................... 475
Acoustic Vehicle Al erting System ...... 476
Adaptive Damper System
*............... 477Vehicle Stability Assist® (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System .............. 478
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 480
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .. 481
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ......... 484
Blind spot information (BSI) System*... 486High Voltage Battery ........................ 489
LaneWatchTM*.................................. 490
Honda SensingTM
Collision Mitigati on Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 493
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) ......................... 502
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .. 518
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System.... 526
Traffic Sign Recognition System ....... 530
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 536
Radar Sensor ................................... 538
Braking Brake System ................................... 539
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 546
Brake Assist System ......................... 547
Parking Your Vehicle ........................ 548
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 558
Refueling ........................................... 561
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 564
* Not available on all models
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Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your vehicl e is 850 lbs (385 kg). See the
Tire and Loading Information la bel attached to the driver’s
doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The comb ined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the am ount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs. (1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)1 Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all accesso ries and all cargo.
2 Specifications P. 660
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 660
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
Label Example
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Driving
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a tra iler, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVW R) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Load Limits Example
Example1
Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo Weight
550 lbs
(249 kg)
Example2
Max Load 850 lbs
(385 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo Weight
100 lbs
(45 kg)
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 655
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