Honda Accord Sedan EX-L Technical Reference Guide

2015 Accord Sedan EX-L

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2015 Honda Accord Sedan EX-L
31T2AB20 Technology Reference Guide
00X31-T2A-B200 ©2014 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. — All Rights Reserved Printed in U.S.A.

TECHNOLOGY

REFERENCE

GUIDE

TECHNOLOGY REFERENCE GUIDE

This Technology Reference Guide is designed to help you

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get acquainted with your 2015 Honda Accord Sedan EX-L

and provide basic instructions on some of its technology

and convenience features.

This guide is not intended to be a substitute for the

Owner’s Manual. For more detailed information on vehicle

controls and operation, please refer to the respective

sections in the Owner’s Manual.

Smart Entry with Push Button Start.....................................................................2

Instrument Panel Indicators ...................................................................................4

Information Display..................................................................................................6

Eco Assist

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)...........................................................9

Setti ngs for Your Vehicle ........................................................................................10

Auto Door Locks ...................................................................................................11

Driving Position Memory System (DPMS)........................................................12

One-Touch Turn Signal...........................................................................................13

Auto Headlights with Wiper Integration...........................................................13

Multi-View Rear Camera ......................................................................................14

LaneWatch

Lane Departure Warning (LDW)........................................................................16

Forward Collision Warning (FCW)....................................................................17

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Intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID)...................................................18

Using the Touchscreen...........................................................................................19

Bluetooth

SMS Text Messaging and E-Mail ...........................................................................24

Basic Audio Operation ..........................................................................................25

iPod

Bluetooth

Pandora
HondaLink featuring Aha
HomeLink

Honda Owners .......................................................................................................31

Safety Reminder......................................................................................................31

Fuel Recommendation...........................................................................................32

Honda Roadside Assistance..................................................................................32

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HandsFreeLink®(HFL)........................................................................20

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or USB Flash Drive .....................................................................................26

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Audio......................................................................................................27

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TOUCHSCREEN
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SMART ENTRY WITH PUSH BUTTON START

Operate certain functions of your vehicle by simply having the remote transmitter
within operating range.

Unlocking the Doors

Locking the Doors

Opening the Trunk

Engine Start/Stop Button

Accessory or On Mode

Press ENGINE START/STOP once without pressing the brake pedal for Accessory
mode. Press it again for On mode.

Starting the Engine

Press and hold the brake pedal, then press ENGINE START/STOP.

Turning the Vehicle Off

Shift to Park, then press ENGINE START/STOP.
Note: If you press ENGINE START/STOP and the shift lever is not in Park, the

vehicle goes into Accessory mode.

Grab either one of the front door handles
when the vehicle is off. Wait until the doors
unlock, then pull the handle to open.

Press the door lock button on either front
door handle when the vehicle is off.

Press the trunk release button under the
trunk handle.

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Malfunction Indicators

If an indicator remains on, there may be a problem; see your dealer

On/Off Indicators

Condition Indicators

Action is needed by driver

PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF

(next to display screen)

VSA OFF

CRUISE CONTROL on

ECON Mode on

Fog lights on

Exterior lights on

Turn signals/hazards on

High beams on

Charging system

Low brake fluid

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

Malfunction lamp
(check engine light)

Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) (blinks and stays on)

Vehicle Stability Assist

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(VSA)

Parking brake on:

Release

Seat belt reminder:

Fasten seat belt(s)

INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS

Starter system

Brake system

Smart Entry System

Automatic light control

Low oil pressure

Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS)

Electric Power Steering (EPS)

Forward Collision Warning
(FCW)

Lane Departure Warning
(LDW)

Door/Trunk open:

Close door(s) / trunk

Low tire pressure:

Add air

Maintenance Minder

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Make dealer appointment

Low fuel:

Refill

LDW (blinks):

Stay in your lane

FCW (blinks):

Brake

CRUISE MAIN on

Immobilizer (blinks):

Use other vehicle key
and see dealer

Briefly appear with each engine start. Red and orange indicators are most critical. Blue
and green indicators are used for general information. See your Owner’s Manual for
more information.

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Accessing the Information Display

Information Displays

INFORMATION DISPLAY

Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.

When you start the engine, the
information display shows your
last active selection from the
previous drive cycle.

To toggle between the different
displays, press and release the
select/reset knob repeatedly.

Instant fuel economy,
Odometer, Trip meter A,
Outside temperature

Oil life

Instant fuel economy, Range,
Trip meter A, Outside
temperature

Instant fuel economy, Average
fuel economy B, Trip meter B,
Outside temperature

Instant fuel economy, Average
fuel economy A, Trip meter A,
Outside temperature

3. Press ECON again to turn
the system off.

2. The ECON mode indicator
comes on.

1. Press ECON to turn the
system on.

ECON Button

ECO ASSIST

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When turned on, performance of the vehicle’s engine, transmission, cruise control, and
air conditioning system are adjusted to maximize fuel efficiency.

Ambient Meter

High fuel efficiency

Moderate fuel efficiency Low fuel efficiency

Indicates real-time fuel efficiency using color-coded bars.

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)

Monitors the vehicle’s tire pressures.

How It Works

When the tire pressure drops
significantly below recommended
levels, the low tire pressure
indicator comes on.

What to Do

1. Visually inspect the tires for damage.

2. Use a tire air pressure gauge to check
which tire(s) have low pressure.

3. Inflate the tire(s), if necessary, to the
recommended pressures listed on the
label on the driver’s doorjamb.

4. Start TPMS calibration.

Any time you inflate, change, or rotate one or more of your tires, you need to
recalibrate the system.

TPMS Calibration

1. Press and hold DISP to go to
the Settings screen. Use the
selector knob to make and
enter selections.

2. Select Vehicle Settings.

3. Select TPMS Calibration.

4. Select Calibrate. The low tire
pressure indicator blinks, and
calibration begins.

5. Press BACK to exit the menu.

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Door Locks

Default Lock Setting

The doors are preset to lock
when your vehicle reaches
about 10 mph.

Default Unlock Setting

All doors are set to unlock
when the driver’s door is
opened.

SETTINGS FOR YOUR VEHICLE

Change different settings for many features in your vehicle. See your Owner’s Manual
for detailed information on settings and options.

Adjusting Vehicle Settings

Press and hold DISP to go to the
settings menu. Use the selector
knob to make and enter selections.

Choose from the available options:

Audio Settings

Change sound options and
various settings for audio modes.

Vehicle Settings*
TPMS calibration, meter setup,
door setup, and more.

System Settings

Adjust the display, system
language, and more.

Info Settings

Import wallpaper and select
clock type.

Phone Settings

Pair a phone, change call and
text/e-mail options, and more.

Camera Settings

Change camera modes.

*The shift lever must be in Park (P) to access this menu.

AUTO DOOR LOCKS

Program how and when the vehicle doors automatically lock and unlock.

Note: The driver’s and front passenger’s doors can be opened by pulling the inner
front door handle, regardless of the setting. Changing the setting to “All Doors” is
useful for unlocking the rear doors when a front door handle is pulled.

Changing Settings

Follow the steps below to change your door settings. Make sure you are using the
key you want to change the settings for (Driver 1 or Driver 2) and the vehicle is in
ON mode. See your Owner’s Manual for complete setting options.

1. Press and hold DISP to go to
the Settings screen. Use the
selector knob to make and
enter selections.

2. Select Vehicle Settings.

3. Select Door/Window Setup.

4. Select Auto Door Lock or
Auto Door Unlock.

5. Select from the options.

6. Press BACK to exit the menu.

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How It Works

ONE-TOUCH TURN SIGNAL

Use this quick and convenient method to signal a lane change.

• Lightly push the turn signal lever
up or down for a three-blink
sequence.

• For a continuous signal, push the
lever up or down until it locks
into place.

How It Works

DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (DPMS)

Store driver’s seat positions into memory for each corresponding keyless remote
transmitter (1 or 2).

1. Turn on the vehicle. Make sure the
shift lever is in Park (P).

3. Press SET. You will hear a beep.

2. Adjust the seat to your preferred
position.

4. Press the memory button
corresponding to the remote
(1 or 2) you are using within 5
seconds. You will hear two beeps.

Note: Once set, stored positions can be recalled by pressing one of the
memory buttons (1 or 2) on the door.

How It Works

AUTO HEADLIGHTS WITH WIPER INTEGRATION

For your convenience, your vehicle’s headlights automatically turn on when the
windshield wipers operate.

Make sure your headlights are in
the AUTO position.

Turn on your windshield wipers.
The headlights also turn on.

When you turn off the windshield
wipers, the headlights turn off
shortly after.

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MULTI-VIEW REAR CAMERA

How It Works

For added convenience, the area behind your vehicle is displayed to help you navigate
while backing up.

Normal Top downWide (default)

• When you shift into Reverse (R), a real-time image of the area behind your vehicle
is shown in the upper display, along with helpful parking guidelines.

• Press the selector knob to toggle between views.

• The display turns off when you shift out of Reverse.

Changing Settings

Turn the guidelines on or off.

1. Press and hold DISP to go to
the Settings screen. Use the
selector knob to make and
enter selections.

2. Select Camera Settings.

3. Select Rear Camera.

4. Select one of the options.
Fixed Guidelines: Guidelines

appear when you shift into
Reverse. Select On or Off.

Dynamic Guidelines: Guidelines
move as you turn the steering
wheel. Select On or Off.

5. Press BACK to exit the menu.

LANEWATCH

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Helps you check your right blind spot when you make a lane change to the right.

Visibility Area

How It Works

When the right turn signal is activated, a camera located in the passenger side
door mirror shows the right rear area outside your vehicle on the display.

LaneWatch Display

Press the LaneWatch button on the turn signal switch to view a constant real-time
display. Press it again to turn the display off. The display still appears when the right
turn signal is activated.

See your Owner’s Manual for information on adjusting LaneWatch settings.

Display

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LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW)

Alerts you if your vehicle begins to move out of a detected lane without the turn signal
activated.

LDW may not activate under certain conditions. See your Owner’s Manual for more information.

How It Works

Turning LDW On or Off

Press LDW to turn the system on or off. A green indicator light appears on the
button when the system is on.

If you cross a lane line without using your turn signal, the
LDW indicator flashes and a beep sounds.

A camera mounted between the windshield and the rearview mirror determines
if your vehicle begins to move away from the center of a detected lane while
driving between 40_90 mph.

FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW)

How It Works

Alerts you to the possibility of a front-end collision.

FCW may not activate under certain conditions. See your Owner’s Manual for more information.

At 10 mph or higher, if the camera mounted in the center of the upper windshield
detects a vehicle in front of you and the system determines a collision is likely, the
system provides you with the following visual and audible alerts.

Changing Settings

Determine the warning timing, or turn the system off.

1. Press and hold DISP to go to
the Settings screen. Use the
selector knob to make and
enter selections.

2. Select Vehicle Settings.

3. Select Forward Collision
Warning Distance.

4. Select Long, Normal, Short,
or Off.

5. Press BACK to exit the menu.

If you do not brake in time or take preventive action, the heads-up light near
the windshield flashes twice, the FCW indicator flashes continuously, and a
beep sounds continuously.

Short

Normal

Long

INTELLIGENT MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY (i-MID)

USING THE TOUCHSCREEN

Choose what to display in the upper screen.

Changing the Display

Press the Display button to
change the main displays.

Display Options

Audio

Shows current audio

information.

Current Drive

Shows instant fuel,

average fuel, and

range for the

current drive.

Interactive touchscreen display includes audio and Bluetooth®HandsFreeLink
functionality.

Audio Options

Source: Select
audio sources.

Preset: Select
preset stations or
channels.

Bluetooth

Select Phone from the main screen.

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HandsFreeLink®Options

Speed Dial:

Select stored
speed dial entries
1-6.

Redial: Redial the
last number called.

FM screen shown

Title: Display audio
information.

Skip/Seek: Change
stations, channels,
tracks, etc.

More: Select menu
options and sound
settings.

Call History: Select
number from your call
history.

Dial: Dial a number.*

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*This feature is inoperable when the vehicle is moving.

Clock

(or wallpaper)

Shows the clock or

an imported image.*

*See your Owner’s Manual for instructions on how to upload a wallpaper image.

History of Trip A

Shows average fuel

and distance for

the current drive

and past three

drives.

Other Options

Select Clock from the main screen to adjust time. Select More from the main screen
to adjust items such as screen and sound settings.

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Using HFL

Pick-Up button: Answer an
incoming call or view a partial
Phone menu.

Hang-Up/Back button: End
a call, decline an incoming call,
or cancel an operation.

Talk button: Make a call using
a stored voice tag or phone
number.

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HANDSFREELINK

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Make and receive phone calls through your vehicle’s audio system. Visit
handsfreelink.honda.com to check if this feature is compatible with your phone.

To reduce the potential for driver distraction, certain functions may be
inoperable or grayed out while the vehicle is moving. Stop or pull over to
perform the function.

Use these buttons to navigate through the HFL menus.

DISP button:

Press and select
Phone to go to
the Phone screen.

BACK button:

Cancel an
operation or
return to the
previous screen.

Selector knob:

Rotate to scroll
through selections
and press to make
a selection.

Use the selector knob to make and enter selections.

Pairing Your Phone

Pair your phone when the vehicle is stopped to begin using hands-free phone and
related audio functions.

1. Press and hold DISP to go to the
Settings screen.

2. Select Phone Settings.

3. Select Bluetooth Device List (if no
phone has been paired) or Connect
Phone (if pairing an additional phone).

4. Select Add Bluetooth Device.

5. Make sure your phone is in discovery
mode and select OK.

6. HFL searches for your phone. Select
your phone when it appears on the
list.

If your phone does not appear:
Select Phone Not Found and search
for HandsFreeLink from your phone.

7. HFL gives you a six-digit code.
Compare it to the code that appears
on your phone. Connect to HFL from
your phone.

8. The system asks if you want to enable
Phone Synchronization. Select On to
automatically import contacts and call
history.

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Using Voice Commands

Dialing a Number

Enter a 10-digit phone number to call.

Using the Touchscreen*

*Manual operation is limited while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are always available.

1. Select Phone.

2. Select Dial.

3. Enter the phone number. Select the
green Dial icon to call.

1. Say “Dial by number.”

2. Say the phone number. For example,

“3-1-0-5-5-5-1-2-3-4.”

3. Say “Dial.” The system begins to dial.

Using Speed Dial or Call History

Store up to 20 speed dial entries, or view the last 20 calls for quick calling. The
first six entries can be selected from the touchscreen.

1. Using the touchscreen, select Phone.

2. Select a speed dial entry to call, or select Call
History and a number.

For the full list of entries, press DISP, select
Phone, and select Speed Dial or Call History.

Press and release the Talk button before you say a command.

Use the selector knob to make and enter selections.

Using the Phonebook

When your phone is paired, its entire phonebook is automatically imported to
the system. Phone synchronization must be on for this feature to work.

Using Voice Commands

Using the Menu*

*Manual operation is limited while the vehicle is moving. Voice commands are always available.

1. Press DISP.

2. Select Phone.

3. Select Phonebook.

4. Scroll through the list to find the name
and number you want, and select it to
call.

1. Say “Call by name.”

2. Say the phonebook name and phone
type. For example, “John Smith mobile.”

Receiving a Call

A notification is heard and the incoming call information appears on the display.

You can also select the icons
on the touchscreen.

Press and release the Talk button before you say a command.

Press the
(Pick-Up) button
to answer the call.

Press the
(Hang-Up) button
to end or decline
the call.

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SMS TEXT MESSAGING AND E-MAIL

Use the selector knob to make and enter selections.

Receiving Messages

Use the selector knob to make and enter selections.

Replying to Messages

Receive and send text messages and e-mails from your paired and linked phone using

Bluetooth®HandsFreeLink®. Visit handsfreelink.honda.com to see if this feature is

compatible with your phone. Standard message rates apply. This feature is limited
while the vehicle is moving.

1. A notification appears on the display.
Select Read to open the message.

2. The message is displayed, and the system
reads it aloud.

1. With the message open, press MENU to
enter the Message menu.

2. Select Reply.

3. Select one of the six available reply
messages.

4. Select Send to send the message.

Note: Notifications and operation for SMS Text and E-mail are separate. Choose your
desired account in Phone Settings (see page 10).

Use the selector knob to make and enter selections.

Calling the Sender

1. With the message open, press MENU to
enter the Message menu.

2. Select Call.

BASIC AUDIO OPERATION

Operate basic controls of your audio system using various and convenient methods.

Steering Wheel Controls

Volume increase
button

Volume decrease
button

SOURCE button:

Change audio source.

t

button: Go to
previous stations
or tracks.

u

button: Go to next

stations or tracks.

Touchscreen Controls

Select various controls depending on the audio source being played.

FM screen shown

Source: Select
audio sources.

Preset: Select
preset stations.

Title: Display audio
information.

Skip/Seek: Change
stations, tracks, etc.

More: Select menu
options and sound
settings.

Connect the iPhone or iPod cable
or a USB flash drive to the USB
port in the front console.

Connect your device only when
your vehicle is stopped.

USB Connection

iPod®OR USB FLASH DRIVE

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AUDIO

Play audio files from your compatible iPod or USB flash drive through your vehicle’s
audio system.

Playing Audio Files

Select the iPod
or USB icon
from Source.

1. Connect the iPod cable or USB flash drive to the USB port in the front console
(see page 25).

2. Select Source and select the iPod or USB icon.

3. Use the touchscreen or steering wheel controls to change tracks.

iPod is a trademark of Apple , Inc.

Searching for Music

1. Press MENU. Use the selector knob to
make and enter selections.

2. Select Music Search.

3. Select a category or folder.

4. Select a track to begin playing.

Play stored or streaming audio from your compatible phone through your vehicle’s audio
system. Visit handsfreelink.honda.com to check if this feature is compatible with your phone.

Playing

Bluetooth

1. Make sure your phone is on and paired to Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®(see
page 20).

2. Select Source and select the Bluetooth icon.

3. From your phone, open the desired audio player or app and begin playing.
Sound is redirected to the audio system. Make sure the volume on your phone
is properly adjusted.

4. Use the touchscreen or steering wheel controls to change tracks.

Notes:

• You may need to enable additional Bluetooth settings on your phone for
playback.

• The play/pause function and remote audio controls are not supported on all
phones.

• Operate your phone only when your vehicle is stopped.

Audio

Select the
Bluetooth icon
from Source.

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Play and operate Pandora from your compatible phone through your vehicle’s audio
system. Visit handsfreelink.honda.com to check if this feature is compatible with your
phone. Standard data rates apply.

PANDORA

®

Access music and information programming, location-based services, and social media
through your vehicle’s audio system. Download the HondaLink app to your phone from
owners.honda.com/apps before using this feature. Visit handsfreelink.honda.com to check if
this feature is compatible with your phone. Standard data rates apply.

HondaLink featuring Aha

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Playing Pandora

1. For Bluetooth connection: Make sure your phone is paired to Bluetooth

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HandsFreeLink®(see page 20) and the screen is on and unlocked.
For USB connection: Connect the iPhone cable to the USB port in the front

console (see page 25).

2. Select Source and select the Pandora icon. Streaming begins.

3. Use the touchscreen to like/dislike songs, and the touchscreen or steering
wheel controls to change tracks.

Select the aha icon
from Source.

Playing Aha

1. For Bluetooth connection: Make sure your phone is paired to Bluetooth

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HandsFreeLink®(see page 20) and the screen is on and unlocked.
For USB connection: Connect the iPhone cable to the USB port in the front

console (see page 25).

2. Select Source and select the aha icon. Streaming begins.

3. Use the touchscreen to like/dislike songs, and the touchscreen or steering
wheel controls to change tracks.

Select Stations to select
from 16 favorite stations.

Press MENU to view the
complete station list.

iPhone is a trademark of Apple, Inc.

iPhone is a trademark of Apple, Inc.

Notes:

• iPhone can connect via Bluetooth or USB; Android and BlackBerry can
connect via Bluetooth only.

• If you cannot operate Pandora through the audio system, it may be streaming
through Bluetooth®Audio. Make sure the Pandora source on your audio system
is selected.

• A pop-up may appear on your phone requesting you to allow access for the
app to be launched.

• Operate your phone only when your vehicle is stopped.

Notes:

• iPhone can connect via Bluetooth or USB; Android can connect via Bluetooth
only.

• If you cannot operate Aha through the audio system, it may be streaming
through Bluetooth®Audio. Make sure the Aha source on your audio system is
selected.

• A pop-up may appear on your phone requesting you to allow access for the
app to be launched.

• Operate your phone only when your vehicle is stopped.

Select the Pandora
icon from Source.

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HOMELINK

®

Program your vehicle to operate up to three remote-controlled devices around your
home, such as garage doors, lighting, or home security systems.

Press and hold the button on the
remote and the HomeLink button at
the same time. Then, while
continuing to hold the HomeLink
button, press and release the button
on the remote every 2 seconds.

Does the LED blink at a faster rate within 20
seconds?

Press and hold
the HomeLink
button again.

Training

complete

YESNO

HomeLink indicator
flashes for 2 seconds,
then remains on.

HomeLink LED
remains on.

YESNO

YESNO

Position the remote transmitter you
wish to link 1–3 inches from the
HomeLink button you want to program.

1

Press and hold the desired

HomeLink button and the button on
the remote transmitter.

Does the HomeLink indicator (LED) blink at a
faster rate after about 10 seconds?

2

a

The remote has a rolling code.
Press the “learn” button on the
remote-controlled device (e.g.,
garage door opener).

Press the programmed HomeLink
button again; the remote-controlled
device should operate.

Within 30 seconds, press and
hold the programmed HomeLink
button for 2 seconds.

a

Press and hold the programmed

HomeLink button for about a
second.

Does the device (garage door opener) work?

3

b

4

5

Training a Button

If you have any problems programming HomeLink, see the owner’s manual included
with the device you are trying to program, call HomeLink at [phone], or
visit www.homelink.com.

HONDA OWNERS

Visit owners.honda.com and register to explore features and technologies specific to
your vehicle, obtain and update maintenance and service records, manage your
financial services account, and access other useful information. For added convenience,
Honda Owners can also be accessed on a mobile device.

SAFETY REMINDER

Your vehicle is equipped with airbags. Airbags do not replace seat belts; they add to
the protection offered by seat belts. Airbags can help protect you in some types of
collisions, but they do not provide protection in all collisions.

Always make sure you and your passengers wear seat belts, and that young children
are properly secured in a child seat or booster in the rear seat. Never place an
infant seat in the front passenger’s seat as the force of a deploying airbag can
seriously injure an infant.

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FUEL RECOMMENDATION

Use of unleaded gasoline of 87 octane or higher is recommended.

• Honda recommends TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline where available.

• Do NOT use gasoline containing more than 15% ethanol.

• Do NOT use gasoline containing methanol.

• Do NOT use gasoline containing MMT.
See your Owner’s Manual for more information.

Some gasoline in North America contains MMT, a manganese-based fuel additive.
Prolonged and consistent use of gasoline containing MMT can deteriorate your
vehicle’s performance, fuel economy, and the emission control system. Always use
MMT-free gasoline if available. Failures caused by use of gasoline containing MMT may
not be covered under your new vehicle warranty.

TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline (recommended) never contains MMT and has
detergent additives to keep your engine clean. For further information on fuel and
lubricants for your car and information on gasoline that does not contain MMT,
contact your dealer or visit owners.honda.com.

HONDA ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

24-hour emergency road service is available to you in the United States throughout
your 3-year/36,000-mile warranty term. Services include jump starting, flat tire and
lockout assistance, towing, and more (limitations apply). Call [phone].