2013 Honda Accord Coupe Owners Manual

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2013 Accord Coupe Online Reference Owner's Manual This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.

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

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.

2 Controls P. 83
Setting the Clock P. 84
Opening and Closing the Moonroof * P. 107
Adjusting the Seats P. 125

Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 86

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 model may not have some of these features.

2 Features P. 147
Audio System P. 148
Customized Features P. 273

Audio System Basic Operation P. 154, P. 177, P. 210
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver * P. 311

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.

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2 Driving P. 391
Before Driving P. 392
Refueling P. 446

Towing a Trailer P. 397
Fuel Economy P. 448

2 Maintenance P. 451
Before Performing Maintenance P. 452 Maintenance MinderTM P. 455
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 483
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 497

2 Handling the Unexpected P. 503
Tools P. 504
Overheating P. 518

If a Tire Goes Flat P. 505
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 520

2 Information P. 529
Specifications P. 530
Emissions Testing P. 537

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Identification Numbers P. 534
Warranty Coverages P. 539

Child Safety P. 50

Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 62

Safety Labels P. 63

Opening and Closing the Trunk P. 97
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 108
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 133

Security System P. 101

Opening and Closing the Windows P. 104
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 123
Climate Control System P. 142

Audio Error Messages P. 263
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 313, P. 350 Compass* P. 388

General Information on the Audio System P. 269

When Driving P. 401
Accessories and Modifications P. 449

Braking P. 439

Parking Your Vehicle P. 443

Contents 2013 Accord Coupe Quick Reference Guide P. 2

Safe Driving P. 25

Instrument Panel P. 65

Controls P. 83

Features P. 147

Driving P. 391

Maintenance P. 451

Maintenance Under the Hood P. 459
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 485
Cleaning P. 498

Replacing Light Bulbs P. 475
Battery P. 494

Remote Transmitter Care P. 495

Handling the Unexpected P. 503

Engine Does Not Start P. 511
Fuses P. 524

Jump Starting P. 514
Emergency Towing P. 527

Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 517

Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 535
Authorized Manuals P. 541

Reporting Safety Defects P. 536
Customer Service Information P. 542

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❙ ECON Button (P 420) ❙ System Indicators (P 66) ❙ Gauges (P 79) ❙ Information Display (P 80)

(P 181)

❙ ENGINE START/STOP Button*1 (P 109) ❙ Audio/Information Screen (P 155) (P 213) ❙ Audio System (P 154) ❙ Audio with Touch Screen * (P 178) ❙ Hazard Warning Button ❙ Climate Control System (P 142)

(P 177) (P 210)

(P 211)

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❙ Rear Window Defogger (P 119) ❙ Heated Mirror Button * (P 119)

❙ Navigation System * () See Navigation System Manual ❙ Seat Heater Switches * (P 141) ❙ Ignition Switch*1 (P 108)

❙ TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) Button * (P 435) ❙ ❙ Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Button * (P 429)

(Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System OFF) Button (P 432)

*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

* Not available on all models

❙ Headlights/Turn Signals (P 113) ❙ Fog Lights * (P 115) ❙ LaneWatchTM*(P 433) ❙ Paddle Shifter (Shift down) * (P 411) ❙ (Display) Button (P 155) ❙ Horn (Press an area around ❙ ❙ Brightness Control (P 118) ❙ Paddle Shifter (Shift up) * (P 411) ❙ Wipers/Washers (P 117) ❙ Cruise Control Buttons (P 421)

(Select/Reset) Knob (P 80)

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(P 415)

(P 415)

(P 181) (P 213)

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❙ Steering Wheel Adjustments (P 122) ❙ Navigation System Voice Control Buttons * (P 219), () See Navigation System Manual ❙ Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System Voice Control Buttons (P 313) ❙ SOURCE Button (P 153) ❙ (+ / (- /

Buttons (P 153)

(P 350)

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❙ Power Window Switches (P 104) ❙ Power Door Lock Master Switch (P 96) ❙ Door Mirror Controls (P 124)

❙ Hood Release Handle (P 461) ❙ Trunk Release (P 97) ❙ Fuel Fill Door Release Handle (P 447)

❙ Rearview Mirror (P 123) ❙ Interior Fuse Box (P 525) ❙ Driver's Front Airbag (P 40) ❙ Passenger's Front Airbag (P 40) ❙ Parking Brake (P 439) ❙ Trunk Main Switch * (P 99)

❙ Glove Box (P 135) ❙ Accessory Power Socket (P 138) ❙ USB Port (P 149) ❙ Auxiliary Input Jack (P 150) ❙ Shift Lever Automatic Transmission (CVT) (P 409) Automatic Transmission (P 413) Manual Transmission (P 417)

* Not available on all models

❙ Side Curtain Airbags (P 46)

❙ Coat Hook (P 139) ❙ Ceiling Light (P 133) ❙ Seat Belts (P 30) ❙ Grab Handle ❙ Map Lights (P 134) ❙ Moonroof Switch * (P 107) ❙ Sunglasses Holder (P 140)

❙ Sun Visors ❙ Vanity Mirrors

❙ Front Seat (P 125)

❙ Accessory Power Socket (P 138) ❙ Side Airbags (P 44)

❙ Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P 57) ❙ Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P 59) ❙ Rear Seat (P 132) ❙ LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P 55)

* Not available on all models

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❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P 459) ❙ Windshield Wipers (P 117) ❙ Power Door Mirrors (P 124)

(P 483)

❙ Door Lock/Unlock Control (P 89)

(P 475)

❙ Headlights (P 113) ❙ Front Turn Signal/Side Marker Lights (P 479) ❙ Parking Lights (P 480) ❙ Fog Lights * (P 478) ❙ Tires (P 485)

(P 480)

(P 478)

(P 505)

(P 479)

❙ How to Refuel (P 447) ❙ High-Mount Brake Light (P 482) ❙ Opening/Closing the Trunk (P 97) ❙ Emergency Trunk Release Lever (P 100)

❙ Trunk Release Button * (P 98) ❙ Multi-View Rear Camera (P 444) ❙ Rear Camera (P 445) ❙ Back-Up Lights (P 481) ❙ Brake/Taillights (P 481) ❙ Rear Turn Signal Lights (P 481) ❙ Rear Side Marker Lights (P 481)

* Not available on all models

Eco Assist System (P 420)

Ambient Meter ● Changes color to reflect your driving

Ambient Meter

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 420) Helps maximize fuel economy.

ECON Mode Indicator (P 75) Comes on when the ECON button is pressed.

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Safe Driving (P 25)

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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.

Seat Belts (P 30) ● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well

back in the seat.

● Check that your passengers are wearing

Before Driving Checklist (P 29) ● Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints, steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.

their seat belts correctly.

Fasten your lap belt as low as possible.

Instrument Panel (P 65) Gauges (P 79)/Information Display (P 80)/ System Indicators (P 66)

Security System Alarm Indicator

Speedometer

Temperature Gauge

System Indicators

System Indicators

Malfunction Indicator Lamp Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System Indicator VSA® OFF Indicator

Immobilizer System Indicator Smart Entry System Indicator *

U.S.

Starter System Indicator *

Canada

Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Washer Level Indicator * Maintenance Minder Indicator

* Not available on all models

Tachometer

Shift Lever Position Indicator *

Fuel Gauge Automatic transmission (CVT) models M (7-speed manual shift mode) Indicator/Shift Indicator Automatic transmission models M (Sequential shift mode) Indicator/Gear position Indicator

System Indicators

Lights Reminders

Low Tire Pressure/ TPMS Indicator ECON mode Indicator Forward Collision Warning (FCW) Indicator* Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Indicator*

Lights On Indicator

High Beam Indicator

Fog Light Indicator *

Light Control Indicator *

Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

U.S.

Canada

Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red)

U.S.

Brake System Indicator (Amber)

Canada

Door and Trunk Open Indicator

Low Fuel Indicator

Seat Belt Reminder Indicator Supplemental Restraint System Indicator

CRUISE MAIN Indicator CRUISE CONTROL Indicator

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Controls (P 83) Clock (P 84)

Models without navigation system

ENGINE START/STOP Button* (P 109) Press the button to change the vehicle’s power mode.

2 Setting the Clock (P 84)

a Enter the Clock Adjustment screen. b Rotate c Rotate

to change minute, then

to change hour, then

press .

press

Models with navigation system The navigation system receives signals from GPS satellites, updating the clock automatically.

Turn Signals (P 113)

Turn Signal Control Lever

Right

Left

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Lights (P 113)

Light Control Switches

High Beam

Low Beam

Flashing

Wipers and Washers (P 117)

Wiper/Washer Control Lever

Adjustment Ring

: Long Delay : Short Delay

Pull toward you to spray washer fluid.

MIST OFF INT: Low speed with intermittent LO: Low speed wipe HI: High speed wipe

* Not available on all models

Power Windows (P 104) ● With the ignition switch in ON (w *1, open

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.

Power Window Lock Button

Indicator

Window Switch

Steering Wheel (P 122) ● To adjust, pull the adjustment lever

towards you, adjust to the desired position, then lock the lever back in place.

Trunk (P 97)

Trunk Release

● 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 (w*1, move

the selector switch to L or R.

● Push the appropriate edge of the

adjustment switch to adjust the mirror.

Selector Switch

Unlocking the Doors from the Inside (P 94) ● Pull either door inner handle to unlock

and open it at the same time.

● Unlocking and opening the driver’s door

from the inner handle unlocks the passenger’s door.

* Not available on all models

Adjustment Switch

*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) ● Press the AUTO button to activate the climate control system. ● Press the ● Press the

button to turn the system on or off.

button to defrost the windshield.

Models with navigation system The climate control system is voice operable. (P 219)

AUTO Button

Driver’s Side Temperature Control Buttons

(On/Off) Button

SYNC (Synchronized) Button

MODE Control Button

(Fan Control) Buttons

Air flows from dashboard vents.

Air flows from floor and dashboard vents. Air flows from floor vents. Air flows from floor and windshield defroster vents.

(Windshield Defroster) Button

Passenger’s Side Temperature Control Buttons

(Rear Window Defogger/Heated Mirror *)

Button

(Recirculation) Button

A/C (Air Conditioning) Button

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Features (P 147) Audio Remote Controls (P 153)

(+ / (- /

Button

SOURCE Button

● (+ / (- Button

Press and release to adjust the volume up/ down.

● SOURCE Button

Press and release to change the audio mode: FM/AM/CD/XM® */HDD */USB/iPod®/ Bluetooth/Pandora® */AhaTM*/AUX.

●

Button

Radio:Press and release to change the

preset station. Press and hold to select the next or previous strong station.

CD/HDD */USB device:

Press and release 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.

* Not available on all models

Audio System (P 154) (P 154)

Models with one display

(P 177) (P 210)

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CD Button

FM/AM Button

Button

DISP Button

(Skip/Seek)

Button VOL/ (Volume/Power) Knob BACK Button

CD Slot AUX Button PHONE Button

(CD Eject)

Button SETTINGS Button

(Skip/Seek)

Button

MENU Button Selector Knob

Preset Buttons (1-6)

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(P 177)

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Audio/Information Screen

Audio with Touch Screen

Button

Source*1

(Tune Down) Icon*1

(Volume/Power)

VOL/ Knob

(Skip/Seek) Icon*1

Presets*1

Phone*1

CD Slot

(CD Eject) Button

Clock/Screen*1

DISP Button

(Tune Up) Icon*1

Selector Knob

(Skip/Seek) Icon*1

BACK Button

More*1

*1: Icons that appear on the screen vary by the source selected.

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(P 210)

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Audio with Touch Screen

(Power) Button

(Tune Down) Icon*1

VOL (Volume) Knob

(Skip/Seek) Icon*1

Presets*1

PHONE Button

NAV Button BACK Button

Button

*1: Icons that appear on the screen vary by the source selected.

Source*1

CD Slot

(CD Eject) Button

(Tune Up) Icon*1

(Skip/Seek) Icon*1

More*1

INFO Button

AUDIO Button MENU Button SETTINGS Button

Interface Dial/ENTER Button

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7-Speed Manual Shift Mode (P 411) ● 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

M Indicator

Shift Indicator

Shift Down (- Paddle Shifter

Shift Up (+ Paddle Shifter

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.

Driving (P 391) Manual Transmission (P 417) Automatic Transmission (CVT) (P 409) ● Shift to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. ● Shifting

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.

Shift Lever

Release Button

Park Turn off or start the engine. Transmission is locked. Reverse Used when reversing. Neutral Transmission is not locked. Drive ● Normal driving. ● 7-speed mode can be used

temporarily.

Drive (S) ● Better acceleration. ● Increased engine braking. ● Going up or down hills. ● 7-speed manual shift

mode can be used.

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Automatic Transmission (P 413) ● Shift to (P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. ● Shifting

Paddle Shifters (P 415) ● Paddle shifters allow you to shift gears much like a manual

transmission (1st through 6th). This is useful for engine braking.

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Gear Position Indicator

M Indicator

Selected Gear Number

Shift Down (- Paddle Shifter

Shift Up (+ Paddle Shifter

● 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.

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.

Shift Lever

Release Button

Park Turn off or start the engine. Transmission is locked. Reverse Used when reversing. Neutral Transmission is not locked. Drive Normal driving. D-paddle shift mode can be used Drive (S) Sequential shift mode can be used.

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VSA® OFF Button (P 432) ● 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 421) ● 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) (P 435) ● Detects a change in tire conditions and

overall dimensions due to decrease in tire pressures.

● TPMS is turned on automatically every

time you start the engine.

● A calibration procedure must be

performed when certain conditions arise.

Refueling (P 446) Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or

Fuel tank capacity: 17.2 US gal (65 L)

higher required

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.

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Maintenance (P 451) Under the Hood (P 459) ● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer

fluid. Add when necessary.

● Check brake fluid and clutch * fluid. ● Check the battery regularly.

a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the

dashboard.

Wiper Blades (P 483) ● Replace blades if they leave streaks

across the windshield.

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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. * Not available on all models

Tires (P 485) ● Inspect tires and wheels regularly. ● Check tire pressures regularly. ● Install snow tires for winter

driving.

Lights (P 475) ● Inspect all lights regularly.

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Handling the Unexpected (P 503) Engine Won't Start Flat Tire (P 505) ● Park in a safe location and replace the (P 511) ● If the battery is dead, jump start using a

flat tire with the compact spare tire in the trunk.

booster battery.

Overheating (P 518) ● Park in a safe location. If you do not see steam under the hood, open the hood, and let the engine cool down.

Indicators Come On (P 520) ● Identify the indicator and consult the

owner's manual.

Blown Fuse (P 524) ● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical

device does not operate.

Emergency Towing (P 527) ● Call a professional towing service if you

need to tow your vehicle.

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What to Do If

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 * at the same time.

The ignition switch does not turn from (q to (0 *1 and I cannot remove the key. Why?

The shift lever should be moved to (P.

Why does the brake pedal pulsate slightly when applying the brakes?

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.

*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.

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Why do the doors lock after I unlocked the doors using a remote transmitter?

Why does the beeper sound when I open the driver's door?

If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are relocked automatically for security.

The beeper sounds when: ● The key is left in the ignition switch *. ● The power mode * is in ACCESSORY. ● The exterior lights are left on.