2023 HONDA ACCORD 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.
The images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front
cover) that depict features, equipment, and Audio/Information
screen, Meter screens are only examples and may not be
representative of your particular model.
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. 35
For Safe Driving P. 36 Seat Belts P. 40 Airbags P. 49
2Instrument Panel P. 83
Indicators P. 84 Gauges and Driver Information Interface P. 104
2Controls P. 135
Clock P. 136 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 137
Moonroof* P. 162
Seats P. 181 Interior Convenience Items P. 190
2 Features P. 205
Audio System P. 206 Audio System Basic Operation P. 211
Customized Features P. 259 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 265
2 Driving P. 289
Before Driving P. 290 Towing a Trailer P. 295
Multi-View Rear Camera P. 415 Refueling P. 417
2 Maintenance P. 423
Before Performing Maintenance P. 424 Maintenance MinderTM P. 427
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 448
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 463
2Handling the Unexpected P. 471
Tools P. 472 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 473
Overheating P. 486 Indicator Coming On/Blinking P. 488
If You Cannot Open the Trunk P. 503
2Information P. 507
Specifications P. 508 Identification Numbers P. 510
Emissions Testing P. 513 Warranty Coverages P. 515
Open Source Licenses P. 520
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Contents
Child Safety P. 68Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 81Safety Labels P. 82
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 153 Security System P. 156 Windows P. 159
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 164 Mirrors P. 179
Climate Control System P. 199
Audio Error Messages P. 237 General Information on the Audio System P. 239
Emergency Call (eCall) P. 285
When Driving P. 296 Honda Sensing ® P. 327 Braking P. 399 Parki ng Your Vehicle P. 409
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 420 Turbo Engine Vehicle P. 421
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 435 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 446
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 451 Battery P. 460 Remote Transmitter Care P. 462
Cleaning P. 464 Accessories and Modifications P. 469
Engine Does Not Start P. 479 If the Battery Is Dead P. 483 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 485
Fuses P. 494 Emergency Towing P. 501 If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 502
Refueling P. 505
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 511 Reporting Safety Defects P. 512
Authorized Manuals P. 518 Customer Service Information P. 519
Quick Reference GuideP. 8
Safe DrivingP. 35
Instrument PanelP. 83
ControlsP. 135
FeaturesP. 205
DrivingP. 289
MaintenanceP. 423
Handling the UnexpectedP. 471
InformationP. 507
IndexP. 522
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P471)
Flat Tire (P473)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P488)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start
(P479)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P494)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P486)
●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
(P501)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving and refueling.
Before Driving................................... 290
Towing a Trailer ................................ 295
When Driving
Starting the Engine .......................... 296
Precautions While Driving................. 302
Continuously Variable Transmission.. 303
Shifting ............................................ 304
ECON Mode .................................... 306
Auto Idle Stop .................................. 307
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA® ), aka
Electronic Stability Control (ESC),
System ........................................ 313
Agile Handling Assist ....................... 315
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)*...................................... 316Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) -
Required Federal Explanation ........... 321
Blind Spot Information System
*....... 323
Honda Sensing ®................................ 327
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ....................................... 330
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow ................................. 342
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .. 362
Traffic Jam Assist ............................. 373
Road Departure Mitigation System ... 382 Traffic Sign Recognition System ....... 390
Front Sensor Camera ....................... 396
Radar Sensor ................................... 398
Braking Brake System ................................... 399
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 407
Brake Assist System ......................... 408
Parking Your Vehicle ........................ 409
Multi-View Rear Camera .................. 415
Refueling ........................................... 417
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 420
Turbo Engine Vehicle ....................... 421
* 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 acce ssories, all cargo.
2 Specifications P. 508
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 508
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
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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. 295
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 Behind a Motorhome
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motorhome. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 501
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 472
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 473
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 479
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak.. 480Emergency Engine Start ................... 481
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 482
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 483
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 485
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 486 Indicator Coming On/Blinking
If the Engine oil pressure low Warning Appears ......................................... 488
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ................................................. 488
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 489
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 490
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes
On ................................................. 491 If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On......................... 492
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks
*...................... 493
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 494
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 499
Emergency Towing ........................... 501
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 502If You Cannot Open the Trunk ........ 503
Refueling ........................................... 505
* Not available on all models
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