Honda Accord Sedan 2014 Owner's Manual
Contents
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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.
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represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular model 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 included 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. 25
For Safe Driving P. 26 Seat Belts P. 30 Airbags P. 37
2 Instrument Panel P. 65
Indicators P. 66 Gauges and Displays P. 79
2 Controls P. 83
Clock P. 84 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 86
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
Adjusting the Seats P. 125
*
P. 107
2 Features P. 147
Audio System P. 148 Audio System Basic Operation P. 154, 176, 209
Customized Features P. 272 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
*
P. 310
2 Driving P. 389
Before Driving P. 390 Towing a Trailer P. 395
Refueling P. 445 Fuel Economy P. 447
2 Maintenance P. 449
Before Performing Maintenance P. 450 Maintenance MinderTM P. 453
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 481
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 495
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 501
Tools P. 502 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 503
Overheating P. 516 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 518
2 Information P. 527
Specifications P. 528 Identification Numbers P. 532
Emissions Testing P. 535 Warranty Coverages P. 537
Contents
Child Safety P. 50 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 62 Safety Labels P. 63
Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 97 Security System P. 101 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 104
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 108 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 123
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 133 Climate Control System P. 142
Audio Error Messages P. 262 General Information on the Audio System P. 268
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 312, 349 Compass
When Driving P. 399 Braking P. 438 Parking Your Vehicle P. 442
Accessories and Modifications P. 448
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 457 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 473
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 483 Battery P. 492 Remote Transmitter Care P. 493
Cleaning P. 496
Engine Does Not Start P. 509 Jump Starting P. 512 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 515
Fuses P. 522 Emergency Towing P. 525
*
P. 387
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Safe Driving
Instrument Panel
Controls
Features
Driving
Maintenance
Handling the Unexpected
Information
P. 2
P. 25
P. 65
P. 83
P. 147
P. 389
P. 449
P. 501
P. 527
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 533 Reporting Safety Defects P. 534
Authorized Manuals P. 539 Customer Service Information P. 540
Index
P. 544
Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
❙ System Indicators (P 66)
❙ Gauges (P 79)
❙ Information Display (P 80)
❙ Navigation System
*
() See Navigation System Manual
❙ Audio System (P 154, 176, 209)
❙ ENGINE START/STOP Button
*1
(P 109)
❙ Rear Window Defogger (P 119)
❙ Seat Heater Switches
*
(P 141)
❙ Ignition Switch
*1
(P 108)
❙ ECON Button (P 418)
❙ Heated Mirror Button
*
(P 119)
❙ Climate Control System (P 142)
❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System OFF) Button (P 431)
❙ Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Button
*
(P 428)
❙ Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Button
*
(P 434)
❙ Hazard Warning Button
❙ Audio with Touch Screen
*
(P 177, 210)
❙ Audio/Information Screen
(P 155, 180, 212)
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❙ (+ / (- / / Buttons (P 153)
❙ SOURCE Button (P 153)
❙ Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System
Voice Control Buttons
(P 312, 349)
❙ Navigation System Voice Control Buttons
*
(P 218), () See Navigation System Manual
❙ Steering Wheel Adjustments (P 122)
❙ Cruise Control Buttons (P 419)
❙ Wipers/Washers (P 117)
❙ Paddle Shifter (Shift up)
*
(P 409, 413)
❙ Brightness Control (P 118)
❙ (Select/Reset) Knob (P 80)
❙ Horn (Press an area around .)
❙ (Display) Button (P 155, 180, 212)
❙ Paddle Shifter (Shift down)
*
(P 409, 413)
❙ LaneWatch
TM*
(P 432)
❙ Fog Lights
*
(P 115)
❙ Headlights/Turn Signals (P 113)
* Not available on all models
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❙ Door Mirror Controls (P 124)
❙ Passenger's Front Airbag
(P 40)
❙ Parking Brake (P 438)
❙ Glove Box (P 135)
❙ Rearview Mirror (P 123)
❙ Hood Release Handle (P 459)
❙ Power Door Lock Master Switch (P 96)
❙ Power Window Switches (P 104)
❙ Interior Fuse Box (P 523)
❙ Driver's Front Airbag (P 40)
❙ Trunk Main Switch
*
(P 99)
❙ Fuel Fill Door Release Handle (P 446)
❙ Trunk Release (P 97)
❙ Shift Lever
Automatic Transmission (CVT)
(P 407)
Automatic Transmission
(P 411)
Manual Transmission
(P 415)
❙ USB Port (P 149)
❙ Auxiliary Input Jack (P 150)
❙ Accessory Power Socket
(P 138)
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❙ Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P 59)
❙ Sun Visors
❙ Vanity Mirrors
❙ Map Lights (P 134)
❙ Front Seat (P 125)
❙ LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P 55)
❙ Side Curtain Airbags (P 46)
❙ Grab Handle
❙ Ceiling Light (P 133)
❙ Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P 57)
❙ Rear Seat (P 132)
❙ Accessory Power
Socket
(P 138)
❙ Sunglasses Holder
(P 140)
❙ Moonroof Switch
*
(P 107)
❙ Seat Belts (P 30)
❙ Side Airbags (P 44)
❙ Coat Hook (P 139)
* Not available on all models
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Quick Reference Guide
❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P 457)
❙ Windshield Wipers (P 117, 481)
❙ Tires (P 483, 503)
❙ Door Lock/Unlock Control (P 89)
❙ Power Door Mirrors (P 124)
❙ Headlights (P 113, 473)
❙ How to Refuel (P 446)
❙ High-Mount Brake Light (P 480)
❙ Emergency Trunk Release Lever (P 100)
❙ Opening/Closing the Trunk (P 97)
❙ Parking Lights (P 113, 478)
❙ Front Turn Signal/Side Marker Lights (P 113, 477)
❙ Fog Lights
*
(P 115, 476)
❙ Multi-View Rear Camera (P 443)
❙ Back-Up Lights (P 479)
❙ Rear Camera (P 444)
❙ Trunk Release Button
*
(P 98)
❙ Brake/Taillights (P 479)
❙ Rear Side Marker Lights (P 479)
❙ Rear Turn Signal Lights (P 479)
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Ambient Meter
● Changes color to reflect your driving
style.
Green: Fuel efficient driving
Light green: Moderate acceleration/
deceleration
White: Aggressive acceleration/
deceleration
● The ambient meter color changes in
accordance with your brake or
accelerator pedal operation.
ECON Button (P 418)
Helps maximize fuel economy.
ECON Mode Indicator (P 75)
Comes on when the ECON button is
pressed.
Ambient Meter
* Not available on all models
Eco Assist System (P 418)
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Safe Driving (P 25)
Airbags (P 37)
● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and
your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.
Child Safety (P 50)
● All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat.
● Smaller children should be properly restrained in a forward-facing child seat.
● Infants must be properly restrained in a rear-facing child seat.
Exhaust Gas Hazard (P 62)
● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon
monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon
monoxide gas can accumulate.
Before Driving Checklist (P 29)
● Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints,
steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.
Seat Belts (P 30)
● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well
back in the seat.
● Check that your passengers are wearing
their seat belts correctly.
Fasten your lap belt as
low as possible.
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Instrument Panel (P 65)
Canada
U.S.
Low Fuel Indicator
Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS)
Indicator
Parking Brake
and Brake System
Indicator (Red)
Canada
U.S.
Washer Level
Indicator
*
System Indicators
Malfunction
Indicator Lamp
Low Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA®) System
Indicator
VSA® OFF Indicator
Low Tire Pressure/
TPMS Indicator
Electric Power
Steering (EPS) System
Indicator
Lights Indicators
Lights On Indicator
High Beam Indicator
Fog Light Indicator
*
Immobilizer System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder
Indicator
System Indicators
CRUISE CONTROL
Indicator
CRUISE MAIN
Indicator
Tachometer
Speedometer
Fuel Gauge
Security System
Alarm Indicator
Shift Lever
Position
Indicator
*
Gauges (P 79)/Information Display (P 80)/
System Indicators
(P 66)
Turn Signal and
Hazard Warning
Indicators
System Indicators
Temperature Gauge
M (7-speed manual shift mode)
Indicator/Shift Indicator
Maintenance Minder
Indicator
Smart Entry System
Indicator
*
Starter System
Indicator
*
ECON mode
Indicator
Forward Collision
Warning (
FCW
) Indicator
*
Lane Departure Warning
(
LDW
) Indicator
*
Light Control
Indicator
*
Door and Trunk
Open Indicator
Brake System
Indicator (Amber)
Supplemental
Restraint System
Indicator
Canada
U.S.
Automatic transmission (CVT)
models
M (Sequential shift mode)
Indicator/Gear position
Indicator
Automatic transmission models
* Not available on all models
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Controls (P 83)
Models without navigation system
Models with navigation system
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Light Control Switches
Low Beam
High Beam
Flashing
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring
: Long Delay
: Short Delay
MIST
OFF
INT: Low speed with intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
Pull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.
Clock (P 84)
a Enter the Clock Adjustment screen.
2 Adjusting the Clock (P 84)
b Rotate to change hour, then press
.
c Rotate to change minute, then
press .
The navigation system receives signals from
GPS satellites, updating the clock
automatically.
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ENGINE START/STOP
*
Button
Press the button to change the vehicle’s
power mode.
(P 109)
Turn Signals (P 113)
Lights (P 113)
Wipers and Washers
(P 117)
Quick Reference Guide
Trunk Release
Selector Switch
Adjustment Switch
Power Window Lock Button
Window
Switch
Indicator
* Not available on all models
Steering Wheel (P 122)
● To adjust, pull the adjustment lever
towards you, adjust to the desired
position, then lock the lever back in place.
Unlocking the Doors
from the Inside
(P 94)
● Pull either door inner handle to unlock
and open it at the same time.
Trunk (P 97)
● To unlock and open the trunk:
• Pull the trunk release.
• Press the trunk release button on the remote
transmitter or the smart entry remote.
• Press the trunk release button
*
on the
trunk lid.
Power Door Mirrors
(P 124)
● With the ignition switch in ON
the selector switch to L or R.
● Push the appropriate edge of the
adjustment switch to adjust the mirror.
(w
*1
, move
Power Windows (P 104)
*1
(w
● With the ignition switch in ON
and close the power windows.
● If the power window lock button is in the
off position, the passenger's window can
be opened and closed with its own
switch.
● If the power window lock button is in the
on position (indicator is on), the
passenger's window switch is disabled.
, open
● Unlocking and opening the driver’s door
from the inner handle unlocks the
passenger’s door.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have
an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of
an ignition switch.
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Climate Control System (P 142)
Models with navigation system
Driver’s Side
Temperature Control
Buttons
(Rear Window Defogger/Heated Mirror
*
)
Button
(Windshield Defroster) Button
SYNC (Synchronized) Button
Air flows from floor and windshield
defroster vents.
Air flows from floor vents.
Air flows from floor and dashboard
vents.
Air flows from dashboard vents.
AUTO Button
(On/Off) Button
(Recirculation) Button
MODE Control Button
/ (Fan Control) Buttons
A/C (Air Conditioning) Button
Passenger’s Side Temperature Control Buttons
● Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system.
● Press the button to turn the system on or off.
● Press the button to defrost the windshield.
The climate control system is voice operable. (P 218)
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Features (P 147)
(+ / (- / / Button
SOURCE
Button
(P 154)
Models with one display
Audio/Information
Screen
BACK Button
FM/AM Button
(Skip/Seek)
Button
Selector Knob
Button
VOL/
(Volume/Power)
Knob
CD Button
AUX Button
CD Slot
(CD Eject)
Button
Preset Buttons
(1-6)
SETTINGS Button
(Skip/Seek)
Button
PHONE Button
MENU Button
DISP Button
* Not available on all models
Audio System (P 154, 176, 209)
Audio Remote Controls
(P 153)
(+ / (- Button
●
Press to adjust the volume up/down.
● SOURCE Button
Press to change the audio mode: FM/AM/
CD/XM®
Pandora®
● / Button
Radio:Press to change the preset station.
CD/HDD
*
/HDD*/USB/iPod/Bluetooth/
*
TM*
/Aha
/AUX.
Press and hold to select the next or
previous strong station.
*
/USB device:
Press to skip to the beginning of
the next song or return to the
beginning of the current song.
Press and hold to change a folder.
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CD Slot
(CD Eject) Button
BACK Button
Selector Knob
(Tune Down) Icon
*1
(Skip/Seek) Icon
*1
(P 176)
Models with two displays
Audio/Information Screen
Audio with Touch Screen
Button
Source
*1
VOL/ (Volume/Power)
Knob
(Skip/Seek) Icon
*1
Presets
*1
Phone
*1
Clock/Screen
*1
DISP Button
(Tune Up) Icon
*1
More
*1
*1: Icons that appear on the screen vary by the source selected.
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CD Slot
(CD Eject) Button
MENU Button
Interface Dial/ENTER Button
(Skip/Seek) Icon
*1
(P 209)
Models with navigation system
Audio/Information Screen
Audio with Touch Screen
Button
Source
*1
VOL (Volume) Knob
(Skip/Seek) Icon
*1
Presets
*1
(Tune Up) Icon
*1
More
*1
(Power) Button
(Tune Down) Icon
*1
INFO Button
AUDIO Button
SETTINGS Button
BACK Button
NAV Button
PHONE Button
*1: Icons that appear on the screen vary by the source selected.
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Driving (P 389)
M Indicator
Shift Indicator
Manual Transmission (P 415)
Automatic Transmission (CVT) (P 407)
● Shift to
(P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.
● Shifting
Park
Turn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked.
Neutral
Transmission is not locked.
Drive (S)
● Better acceleration.
● Increased engine braking.
● Going up or down hills.
● 7-speed manual shift
mode can be used.
Depress the brake pedal
and press the release button
to move out of
(P.
Press the release button to
move the shift lever.
Move the shift lever without
pressing the release button.
Reverse
Used when reversing.
Drive
● Normal driving.
● 7-speed mode can be used
temporarily.
Shift Down
(-
Paddle Shifter
Shift Up (+
Paddle Shifter
7-Speed Manual Shift Mode
(P 409)
● Allows you to manually shift
the transmission up or down
without removing your hands
from the steering wheel.
When the shift lever is in (S
● Pulling a paddle shifter
changes the mode from
automatic transmission (CVT) to
7-speed manual shift mode.
● The M indicator and the
selected speed number are
displayed in the shift indicator.
When the shift lever is in (D
● Pulling a paddle shifter
temporarily changes the mode
from automatic transmission
(CVT) to 7-speed manual shift
mode. The selected speed
number is displayed in the shift
indicator.
Shift Lever
Release
Button
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Automatic Transmission (P 411)
● Shift to
(P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.
● Shifting
Park
Turn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked.
Neutral
Transmission is not locked.
Drive (S)
Sequential shift mode can be used.
Depress the brake pedal
and press the release button
to move out of
(P.
Press the release button to
move the shift lever.
Move the shift lever without
pressing the release button.
Reverse
Used when reversing.
Drive
Normal driving. D-paddle shift
mode can be used
Shift Lever
Release
Button
M Indicator
Gear
Position
Indicator
Shift Down (-
Paddle Shifter
Shift Up (+
Paddle Shifter
Paddle Shifters (P 413)
● Paddle shifters allow you to shift gears much like a manual
transmission (1st through 6th). This is useful for engine braking.
● D-paddle shift mode: The
transmission will shift back to
automatic mode once the system
detects that the vehicle is cruising.
● Sequential shift mode: Holds the
selected gear, and the M indicator
comes on.
● The selected gear position is
shown in the instrument panel.
Selected Gear
Number
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VSA® OFF Button (P 431)
a Push the fuel fill door
release handle.
b Turn the fuel fill cap
slowly to remove the
cap.
c Place the cap in the
holder on the fuel fill
door.
d After refueling, screw
the cap back on until it
clicks at least once.
● The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system
helps stabilize the vehicle during
cornering, and helps maintain traction
while accelerating on loose or slippery
road surfaces.
● VSA® comes on automatically every time
you start the engine.
● To turn VSA® on or off, press and hold
the button until you hear a beep.
Cruise Control (P 419)
● Cruise control allows you to maintain a
set speed without keeping your foot on
the accelerator pedal.
● To use cruise control, press the CRUISE
button, then press the –/SET button once
you have achieved the desired speed
(above 25 mph or 40 km/h).
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
● Detects a change in tire conditions and
overall dimensions due to decrease in tire
pressures.
● The TPMS is turned on automatically
every time you start the engine.
● A calibration procedure must be
performed when certain conditions arise.
Refueling (P 445)
Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or
higher required
Fuel tank capacity: 17.2 US gal (65 L)
(P 434)
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Maintenance (P 449)
Under the Hood (P 457)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid and clutch
*
fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b Locate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
c When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P 473)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P 481)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P 483)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected (P 501)
Flat Tire (P 503)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire in the
trunk.
Indicators Come On
(P 518)
● Identify the indicator and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won't Start
(P 509)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P 522)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P 516)
● 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 525)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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What to Do If
* Not available on all models
The ignition switch does
not turn from
(0 to (q
*1
Why?
.
●
The steering wheel may be locked.
●
Try to turn the steering wheel left and right
while turning the ignition key
●
Move the steering wheel left and right while
pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button
the same time.
The ignition switch does
not turn from
(q to (0
*1
The shift lever should be moved to (P.
and I cannot remove the
key. Why?
Why does the brake pedal
pulsate slightly when
applying the brakes?
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
This can occur when the ABS activates, and does not indicate a
problem. Apply firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. Never
pump the brake pedal.
*
.
*
at
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Why do the doors lock
after I unlocked the doors
using a remote
transmitter?
If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatically for security.
Why does the beeper
sound when I open the
driver's door?
Why does the beeper
sound when I start driving?
Why do I hear a screeching
sound when I apply the
brake pedal?
The beeper sounds when:
●
The key is left in the ignition switch*.
●
The power mode* is in ACCESSORY.
●
The exterior lights are left on.
The beeper sounds when:
●
Driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat belts.
●
The parking brake lever is not fully released.
The brake pads may need to be replaced. Have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
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WARNING: This product contains or emits
chemicals known to the state of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
NOTICE
* Not available on all models
California Proposition 65 Warning
To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required,
and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the
vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that
have the special equipment, can read the information if they have
access to the vehicle or the EDR.
Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).
The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s
systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related
to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of
time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is
designed to record such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were
buckled/fastened;
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator
and/or brake pedal; and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the
circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data
are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation
occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving
conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and
crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such as law
enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash
investigation.
The data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by
anyone else except as legally required or with the permission of the
vehicle owner.
Service Diagnostic Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record
information about powertrain performance. The data can be used
to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians
diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with
data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains
confidential.
California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act
The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this
vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special handling may
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/
As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded
by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid
damage to your vehicle, other property, or the environment.
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A Few Words About Safety
3DANGER
3WARNING
3CAUTION
You will find this important safety information in a variety of forms,
including:
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And
operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.
To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have
provided operating procedures and other information on labels and
in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that
could hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You
must use your own good judgement.
● Safety Labels - on the vehicle.
● Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol
one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These signal words mean:
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don't follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don't follow instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don't follow
instructions.
● Safety Headings - such as Important Safety Precautions.
● Safety Section - such as Safe Driving.
● Instructions - how to use this vehicle correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information - please
read it carefully.
3 and
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Safe Driving
You can find many safety recommendations throughout this chapter, and throughout this manual.
For Safe Driving
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Your Vehicle's Safety Features............ 28
Seat Belts
About Your Seat Belts........................ 30
Fastening a Seat Belt.......................... 33
Seat Belt Inspection............................ 36
Airbags
Airbag System Components............... 37
Types of Airbags ................................ 40
Front Airbags (SRS) ............................ 40
Side Airbags....................................... 44
Side Curtain Airbags .......................... 46
Airbag System Indicators.................... 47
Airbag Care ....................................... 49
Child Safety
Protecting Child Passengers ............... 50
Safety of Infants and Small Children.......52
Safety of Larger Children ................... 60
Exhaust Gas Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Gas....................... 62
Safety Labels
Label Locations .................................. 63
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1Important Safety Precautions
Some states, provinces and territories prohibit the use
of cell phones other than hands-free devices by the
driver while driving.
The following pages explain your vehicle's safety features and how to use them
properly. The safety precautions below are ones that we consider to be among the
most important.
Important Safety Precautions
■ Always wear your seat belt
A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to
supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped
with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts, and
wear them properly.
■ Restrain all children
Children ages 12 and under should ride properly restrained in a back seat, not the
front seat. Infants and small children should be restrained in a child seat. Larger
children should use a booster seat and a lap/shoulder seat belt until they can use the
belt properly without a booster seat.
■ Be aware of airbag hazards
While airbags can save lives, they can cause serious or fatal injuries to occupants
who sit too close to them, or are not properly restrained. Infants, young children,
and short adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and
warnings in this manual.
■ Don't drink and drive
Alcohol and driving don't mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to
changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink.
So don't drink and drive, and don't let your friends drink and drive, either.
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■ Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely
Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from 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.
■ Control your speed
Excessive speed is a major factor in crash injuries and deaths. Generally, the higher
the speed, the greater the risk, but serious injuries can also occur at lower speeds.
Never drive faster than is safe for current conditions, regardless of the maximum
speed posted.
■ Keep your vehicle in safe condition
Having a tire blowout or a mechanical failure can be extremely hazardous.
To reduce the possibility of such problems, check your tire pressures and condition
frequently, and perform all regularly scheduled maintenance.
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1Your Vehicle's Safety Features
Your vehicle is equipped with many features that
work together to help protect you and your
passengers during a crash.
Some features do not require any action on your part.
These include a strong steel framework that forms a
safety cage around the passenger compartment,
front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering
column, and tensioners that tighten the front seat
belts in a sufficient crash.
However, you and your passengers cannot take full
advantage of these features unless you remain seated
in the correct position and always wear your seat
belts. In fact, some safety features can contribute to
injuries if they are not used properly.
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Crush Zones
Seats and Seat-Backs
Head Restraints
Collapsible Steering Column
Seat Belts
Front Airbags
Side Curtain Airbags
Door Locks
Side Airbags
Seat Belt Tensioners
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The following checklist will help you take an active role in protecting yourself and
your passengers.
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If the door and trunk open indicator is on, a door
and/or the trunk is not completely closed. Close both
doors and the trunk tightly until the indicator goes
off.
2 Door and Trunk Open Indicator P. 70
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For the safety of you and your passengers, make a habit of checking these items
each time before you drive.
• After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure both doors are closed and locked.
Locking the doors helps prevent an occupant from being ejected and an outsider
from unexpectedly opening a door.
2 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 94
• Adjust your seat to a position suitable for driving. Be sure the front seats are
adjusted as far to the rear as possible while allowing the driver to control the
vehicle. Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious or fatal injury in a
crash.
2 Adjusting the Seats P. 125
• Adjust head restraints to the proper position. Head restraints are most effective
when the center of the head restraint aligns with the center of your head. Taller
persons should adjust their head restraint to the highest position.
2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 128
• Always wear your seat belt, and make sure you wear it properly. Confirm that any
passengers are properly belted as well.
2 Fastening a Seat Belt P. 33
• Protect children by using seat belts or child seats according to a child's age, height
and weight.
2 Child Safety P. 50
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