2021 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. 33
For Safe Driving P. 34 Seat Belts P. 38 Airbags P. 46
2Instrument Panel P. 81
Indicators P. 82 Gauges and Displays P. 139
2Controls P. 165
Clock P. 166 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 167
Moonroof* P. 190
Seats P. 212
2 Features P. 245
Audio System P. 246 Audio System Basic Operation P. 253
Customized Features P. 352 HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver* P. 372
2 Driving P. 403
Before Driving P. 404 Towing a Trailer P. 409
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 531 Refueling P. 533
2Maintenance P. 539
Before Performing Maintenance P. 540 Maintenance MinderTM P. 543
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 574
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 589
2Handling the Unexpected P. 597
Tools P. 598 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 599
Overheating P. 613 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 615
If You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 630
2Information P. 633
Specifications P. 634 Identification Numbers P. 638
Emissions Testing P. 641 Warranty Coverages P. 643

Contents
Child Safety P. 64Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 78Safety Labels P. 79
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 181 Security System P. 184 Windows P. 187
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 191 Mirrors P. 210
Interior Convenience Items P. 223 Climate Control System P. 240
Audio Error Messages P. 328General Information on the Audio System P. 330
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 375 Refuel Recommend P. 401
When Driving P. 414 Honda Sensing ® P. 455 Braking P. 510 Parki ng Your Vehicle P. 520
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 536 Turbo Engine Vehicle P. 537
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 550 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 566
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 577 Battery P. 586 Remote Transmitter Care P. 588
Cleaning P. 590 Accessories and Modifications P. 595
Engine Does Not Start P. 605 If the Battery Is Dead P. 608 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 611
Fuses P. 622 Emergency Towing P. 628 If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 629
Refueling P. 632
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 639 Reporting Safety Defects P. 640
Authorized Manuals P. 646 Customer Service Information P. 647
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 81
ControlsP. 165
FeaturesP. 245
DrivingP. 403
MaintenanceP. 539
Handling the UnexpectedP. 597
InformationP. 633
IndexP. 648

Quick Reference Guide
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Handling the Unexpected (P 597)
Flat Tire (P 599)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P 615)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start
(P 605)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 622)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 613)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P 628)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.

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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Transmission
System
Indicator
•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. 628
•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.
• Depending on the circumstances, you can
set the power mode to ON as an emergency
measure.
2 If the Transmission System Indicator
Blinks along with the Warning
Message P. 621
•While the vehicle is stopped, apply the
parking brake.
• Have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
Automatic transmission models

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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 404
Towing a Trailer ................................ 409
When Driving Starting the Engine .......................... 414
Precautions While Driving................. 420
Transmission .................................... 421
Shifting ............................ 422, 429, 431
SPORT Mode
*.................................. 435
ECON Mode .................................... 436
Auto Idle Stop
*................................ 437
Adaptive Damper System*............... 442Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ..............443
Agile Handling Assist ..............................445
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .... 446Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 450
Blind spot information System
*........... 452
Honda Sensing ®................................ 455
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 458
Low Speed Braking Control*............ 467
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow ................................. 472
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS).... 488
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System ....................................... 496
Traffic Sign Recognition System ....... 500 Front Sensor Camera ....................... 506
Radar Sensor ................................... 508
Sonar Sensors
*................................ 509
Braking
Brake System ................................... 510
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 518
Brake Assist System ......................... 519
Parking Your Vehicle ........................ 520
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 531
Refueling ........................................... 533
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 536
Turbo Engine Vehicle ....................... 537
* Not available on all models

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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Continued
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 combined 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 a ccessories, all cargo, and the tongue
load
*.
2 Specifications P. 634, 636
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 634, 636
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
* Not available on all models

uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
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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 trailer, 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.1 Maximum Load Limit
Towing a Trailer:
See Towing a Trailer to determine whether your
vehicle is designed to tow a trailer.
2 Towing a Trailer P. 409
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)

409Continued
Driving
Towing a Trailer
Your vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer. Attempting to do so can void your
warranties.
Towing Preparation
Your vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper
equipment, and follow the towing guidelin es. Check the load limits before driving.
■Total trailer weight
Maximum allowable weight of the trailer,
cargo, and everything in or on it must not
exceed 1,000 lbs (450 kg). Towing loads in
excess of this can seriously affect vehicle
handling and performance and can damage
the engine and drivetrain.
■Towing Load Limits
1.5 L engine models
2.0 L engine models
1 Towing Load Limits
Check if all loads are within limits at a public scale.
If a public scale is not av ailable, add the estimated
weight of your cargo load to the weight of your
trailer (as quoted by th e manufacturer), and the
tongue load.
Break-in Period.
Avoid towing a trailer dur ing your vehicle’s first
600 miles (1,000 km).
Never exceed the gross weight ratings.
Gross weight information 2 Vehicle Specifications P. 636
3WARNING
Exceeding any load limit or improperly
loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a
crash in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Check the loading of your vehicle and
trailer carefully before starting to drive.
Total Load