Honda Accord: Driving
This section gives you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the manual and automatic transmissions.
It also includes important information on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA ) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer.
- Preparing to Drive
- Starting the Engine
- Manual Transmission
- Automatic Transmission
- Driving with the Paddle Shifters (Automatic Transmission Only)
- Parking
- Braking System
- Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
- Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Towing a Trailer
Cargo Net
Optional
The cargo net can be used to help
hold down items stored in the trunk. ...
Preparing to Drive
You should do the following checks
and adjustments before you drive
your vehicle.
1. Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow,
or ic ...
See also:
Removing the Spare Tire and
Tools
The equipment you need is located
in the trunk.
1. Open the trunk.
2. Remove the spare tire cover.
3. Turn the retainer nut
counterclockwise and remove
the spare tire.
4. Place the spare t ...
Conditions for activation
RACE START can be activated when:
- the doors are closed.
- the engine is running and it has reached an
operating temperature of approximately
176 °F (80
°C). This is the ca ...
Displaying stored Check Control
messages
1. "Vehicle Info"
2. "Vehicle status"
3. "Check Control"
4. Select the text message. ...