Honda Accord Hybrid (2022 year). Manual in english - page 12

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Security System

Immobilizer System

This system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from starting the power 
system.

Pay attention to the following when pressing the 

POWER

 button:

•

Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the 

POWER

 button.

•

Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.

•

Do not bring a key from another vehicle’s immobilizer system near the 

POWER

 

button.

•

Do not put the key near magnetic items. Electronic device, such as televisions and 
audio systems emit strong magnetic fields. Note that even a key chain can 
become magnetic.

Security System Alarm

The security system alarm activates when the trunk, hood or doors are forcibly 
opened. The alarm does not activate if the trunk or doors are opened with the key, 
remote transmitter or keyless access system.
However, the alarm activates if a door is opened with the key and then the hood is 
opened before the power mode is set to ON.

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When the security system alarm activates

The horn sounds intermittently, and some the exterior lights flash.

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To deactivate the security system alarm

Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote transmitter or keyless access system, or 
turn the power mode to ON. The system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is 
deactivated.

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Immobilizer System

NOTICE

Leaving the key in the vehicle can result in theft or 
accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the 
vehicle unattended.

Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your 
vehicle inoperable.

Apply and hold the brake pedal before turning the 
vehicle on the first time after the 12-volt battery has 
been disconnected.

Canadian models

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Security System Alarm

Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your 
vehicle inoperable.

The security alarm continues for a maximum of two 
minutes until the security system alarm deactivates.

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Setting the security system alarm

The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have 
been met:

•

The power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF.

•

The hood and trunk are closed.

•

All doors are locked from outside with the key, remote transmitter, or keyless 
access system.

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When the security system alarm sets

The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks and the blinking 
interval changes after about 15 seconds.

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To cancel the security system alarm

The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote 
transmitter or keyless access system, or when the power mode is set to ON. The 
security system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.

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Security System Alarm

Do not set the security system alarm when someone 
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can 
accidentally activate when:

•

Unlocking the door with the lock tab.

•

Opening the trunk with the trunk opener or the 
emergency trunk opener.

•

Opening the hood with the hood release.

If the 12-volt battery goes dead after you have set the 
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off 
once the 12-volt battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by 
unlocking a door using the key, remote transmitter or 
keyless access system.

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The panic button on the remote 
transmitter

If you press the panic button for 
approximately one second, the following will 
occur for about 30 seconds:

•

The horn sounds.

•

Some exterior lights flash.

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Canceling panic mode

•

Press any button on the remote transmitter.

•

Set the power mode to ON.

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Panic Mode

Panic Button

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Windows

Opening/Closing the Power Windows

The power windows can be opened and closed when the power mode is in ON, 
using the switches on the doors. The driver’s side switches can be used to open and 
close all the windows.

The power window lock button on the driver’s side must be switched off (not 
pushed in, indicator off) to open and close the windows from anywhere other than 
the driver’s seat.

When the power window lock button is pushed in, the indicator comes on and you 
can only operate the driver’s window. Turn the power window lock button on if a 
child is in the vehicle.

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Manual operation

To open: 

Push the switch down lightly, and 

hold it until the desired position is reached.

To close: 

Pull the switch up lightly, and hold it 

until the desired position is reached.

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Automatic operation

To open: 

Push the switch down firmly.

To close: 

Pull the switch up firmly.

The window opens or closes completely. To 
stop the window at any time, push or pull the 
switch briefly.

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Opening/Closing the Windows with Auto-Open/Close 

Function

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Opening/Closing the Power Windows

The power windows can be operated for up to 10 
minutes after you set the power mode to VEHICLE 
OFF.
Opening either front door cancels this function.

Auto Reverse

If a power window senses resistance when closing 
automatically, it will stop closing and reverse 
direction.

The driver’s window auto reverse function is disabled 
when you continuously pull up the switch.

The auto reverse function stops sensing when the 
window is almost closed to ensure that it fully closes.

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WARNING

Closing a power window on someone’s 
hands or fingers can cause serious injury.

Make sure your passengers are away from 
the windows before closing them.

On
Off

Power Window 

Lock Button

Indicator

Driver’s 

Window 

Switch

Front Passenger’s 

Window Switch

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To open: 

Push the switch down.

To close: 

Pull the switch up.

Release the switch when the window reaches 
the desired position.

To open: 

Press the unlock button, and then 

within 10 seconds, press it again and hold it.

If the windows stop midway, repeat the 
procedure.

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Opening/Closing the Windows without Auto-Open/Close 

Function

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Opening/Closing the Power Windows

While driving with any of the windows open, you 
may hear a booming, throbbing, or helicopter-type 
noise or pressure. This is called wind buffeting. This is 
a normal occurrence that can be minimized.

If you hear a wind buffeting noise with any of the 
windows open, lower all of the other windows 
slightly or open the moonroof

*

.

Close

Open

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Opening the Windows with the Remote

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Opening the Windows with the Remote

If you open the windows with the remote, the 
moonroof will open automatically along with them.

Models with moonroof

Unlock 

Button

* Not available on all models

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To open: 

Unlock the driver’s door with the 

key. Within 10 seconds of returning the key to 
the central position, turn the key in the unlock 
direction and hold it there.

To close: 

Lock the driver’s door with the key. 

Within 10 seconds of returning the key to the 
central position, turn the key in the lock 
direction and hold it there.

Release the key to stop the windows at the 
desired position. If you want further 
adjustment, repeat the same operation.

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Opening/Closing the Windows with the Key

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Opening/Closing the Windows with the Key

If you open/close the windows with the key, the 
moonroof will open/close automatically along with 
them.

Models with moonroof

Close

Open

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Moonroof

*

Opening/Closing the Moonroof

You can operate the moonroof when the power mode is in ON. Use the switch in 
the front of the ceiling to open and close the moonroof.

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Automatic operation

To open: 

Pull the switch back firmly.

To close: 

Push the switch forward firmly.

The moonroof automatically opens or closes 
all the way. To stop the moonroof midway, 
pull or push the switch briefly.

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Manual operation

To open: 

Pull the switch back lightly, and 

hold it until the desired position is reached.

To close: 

Push the switch forward lightly, and 

hold it until the desired position is reached.

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Tilting the moonroof up

To tilt: 

Push on the center of the moonroof 

switch.

To close: 

Push the switch forward firmly, 

then release.

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Using the Moonroof Switch

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Opening/Closing the Moonroof

NOTICE

Opening the moonroof in below freezing 
temperature or when it is covered with snow or ice 
can damage the moonroof panel or motor.

The moonroof can be operated for up to 10 minutes 
after you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
Opening either front door cancels this function.

When resistance is detected, the auto reverse 
function causes the moonroof to change directions, 
then stop. Auto reverse stops sensing when the 
moonroof is almost closed to ensure that it fully 
closes.

You can use the remote transmitter or the key to 
operate the moonroof.

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Opening the Windows with the Remote

 

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Opening/Closing the Windows with the 
Key

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WARNING

Opening or closing the moonroof on 
someone’s hands or fingers can cause 
serious injury.

Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of 
the moonroof before opening or closing it.

Open

Close

Tilt

* Not available on all models

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POWER Button

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Changing the Power Mode

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POWER Button

POWER Button Operating Range

You can start the power system when the keyless 
remote is inside the vehicle.

The power system may also start if the keyless remote 
is close to the door or window, even if it is outside the 
vehicle.

ON mode:
The button is on (in red), if the power system is on.

If the battery of the keyless remote is getting low, the 
power system may not start when you push the 

POWER

 button. If the power system does not start, 

refer to the following link.

2

If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak

 

P. 602

Do not leave the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON 
when you get out.

Operating Range

VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)

The button is off.
The power to all electrical components is turned 

off.

Press the button.

Without pressing 
the brake pedal

ACCESSORY

The button blinks (in red).
Operate the audio system and other accessories in 

this position.

ON

The button blinks (in red).
All electrical components can be used.

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POWER Button

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If you leave the vehicle for 30 to 60 minutes with the transmission in 

(

P

 and the 

power mode in ACCESSORY, the vehicle automatically goes into the mode similar to 
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to avoid draining the 12-volt battery. 

If you open the driver’s door when the power mode is in ACCESSORY, a warning 
beep sounds.

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Automatic Power Off

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Power Mode Reminder

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When the power mode is set to any mode 
other than OFF and you remove the keyless 
remote from the vehicle and shut the door, an 
alarm will sound. If the alarm continues to 
sound, place the keyless remote in another 
location.

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When the power mode is in 
ACCESSORY

The alarm will sound from outside the vehicle.

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When the power mode is in ON

An alarm will sound both inside and outside 
the vehicle. In addition, a warning indicator 
will appear on the instrument panel.

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Keyless Remote Reminder

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Keyless Remote Reminder

When the keyless remote is within the system’s 
operational range, and all the doors are closed, the 
warning function cancels.

If the keyless remote is taken out of the vehicle after 
the power system has been turned on, you can no 
longer change the 

POWER

 button mode or restart 

the power system. Always make sure if the keyless 
remote is in your vehicle when you operate the 

POWER

 button.

Removing the keyless remote from the vehicle 
through a window does not activate the warning 
buzzer.

Do not put the keyless remote on the dashboard or in 
the glove box. It may cause the warning buzzer to go 
off. Under some other conditions that can prevent 
the vehicle from locating the keyless remote, the 
warning buzzer may also go off even if the keyless 
remote is within the system’s operational range.

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Turn Signals

The turn signals can be used when the power 
mode is in ON.

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(A): Turn signal

Push the lever up or down based on the 
direction you want to turn, and the turn signal 
will blink.

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(B): One-touch turn signal

When you lightly push the lever up or down 
and release it, the turn signal will blink 3 
times.

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Turn Signals

The turn signal indicator on the instrument panel will 
blink when the external turn signal blinks.

2

Indicators

 P. 88

(A)

(B)

(B)

(A)

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Light Switches

Rotating the light switch turns the lights on 
and off, regardless of the power mode 
setting.

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High beams

Push the lever forward until you hear a click.

■

Low beams

When in high beams, pull the lever back to 
return to low beams.

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Flashing the high beams

Pull the lever back, and release it.

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Lights off

Rotate the switch to 

OFF

 either when:

•

The transmission is in 

(

P

.

•

The parking brake is applied.

To turn the lights on again, rotate the switch 
to 

OFF

 to cancel the lights off mode. Even if 

you do not cancel the lights off mode, the 
lights come on automatically when:

•

The transmission is taken out of 

(

P

 and the 

parking brake is released.

•

The vehicle starts to move.

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Manual Operation

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Light Switches

If you leave the power mode in VEHICLE OFF while 
the lights are on, a chime sounds when the driver’s 
door is opened.

When the lights are on, the lights on indicator in the 
instrument panel will be on.

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Lights On Indicator

 P. 104

If you sense that the level of the headlights is 
abnormal, have the vehicle inspected by a dealer.

Do not leave the lights on when the power system is 
off because it will cause the 12-volt battery to 
discharge.

High Beams

Flashing the high beams

Low Beams

Turns on parking, side marker, 
tail, and rear license plate lights
Turns on headlights, parking, 
side marker, tail, and rear license 
plate lights

High Beams

Flashing the high beams

Low Beams

Models without default AUTO position 

switch

Models with default AUTO position 

switch

Models with default AUTO position switch

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Light Switches

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Automatic lighting control can be used when 
the power mode is in ON.

When you turn the light switch to 

AUTO

, the 

headlights and other exterior lights will switch 
on and off automatically depending on the 
ambient brightness.

When the light switch is in 

AUTO

, the 

headlights and other exterior lights will switch 
on and off automatically depending on the 
ambient brightness.

The headlights comes on when you unlock a 
door in dark areas with the headlight switch in 

AUTO

.

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Once you lock the door, the headlights 
will go off.

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Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)

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Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)

We recommend that you turn on the lights manually 
when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark areas 
such as long tunnels or parking facilities.

The light sensor is in the location shown below.
Do not cover this light sensor with anything; 
otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not 
work properly.

Light Sensor

Light Sensor

Models without automatic 

intermittent wipers

Models with automatic 

intermittent wipers

Models without default AUTO position 

switch

Models with default AUTO position 

switch

Models without default AUTO position switch

Models with default AUTO position switch

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Fog Lights

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The headlights automatically come on when the wipers are used several times within 
a certain number of intervals with the headlight switch in 

AUTO

.

The headlights automatically go off a few minutes later if the wipers are stopped.

The headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn off 15 
seconds after you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF, take the keyless remote with 
you, and close the driver’s door.

If you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF with the headlight switch on, but do not 
open the door, the lights turn off after 10 minutes (three minutes, if the switch is in 
the 

AUTO

 position).

The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver’s door. If you unlock 
the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. If you open the 
driver’s door, you will hear a reminder chime alerting you that the lights are on.

Fog Lights

*

When the low beam headlights are on, turn 
the fog light switch on to use the fog lights.

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Headlight Integration with Wipers

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Automatic Lighting Off Feature

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Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control)

You can adjust the auto light sensitivity as follows:

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Customized Features

 P. 357

Setting

The exterior lights come on 

when the ambient light is at

Max

High

Mid

Low

Min

U.S. models

Bright

Dark

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Headlight Integration with Wipers

This feature activates while the headlights are off in 

AUTO

.

The instrument panel brightness does not change 
when the headlights come on.

At dark ambient light levels, the automatic lighting 
control feature turns on the headlights, regardless of 
the number of wiper sweeps.

You can turn the headlight integration with wipers 
function on and off.

2

Customized Features

 P. 357

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Automatic Lighting Off Feature

You can change the headlight auto off timer setting.

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Customized Features

 P. 357

Fog Light Switch

* Not available on all models

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Daytime Running Lights

The parking/daytime running lights come on when the following conditions have 
been met:

•

The power mode is in ON.

•

The headlight switch is 

OFF

 or 

AUTO

.

•

The parking brake is released.

The lights remain on even if you set the parking brake. Setting the power mode to 
VEHICLE OFF will turn off the daytime running lights.

The daytime running lights are off once the headlight switch is turned on, or when 
the head light switch is in 

AUTO

 and it is getting darker outside.

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Auto High-Beam

The front sensor camera detects the light sources ahead of the vehicle such as the 
lights of a preceding or oncoming vehicle, or street lights. When you are driving at 
night, the system automatically switches the headlights between low beam and high 
beam depending on the situation.

When all of the following conditions have been met, the auto high-beam indicator 
comes on and the auto high-beam is activated.

•

The power mode is in ON.

•

The light switch is in 

AUTO

.

•

The lever is in the low beam position.

•

The headlights have been automatically 
activated.

•

It is dark outside the vehicle.

If the auto high-beam indicator does not come on even when all the conditions have 
been met, carry out the following procedure and the indicator will come on.

•

Pull the lever toward you for flashing the high beams then release it while driving.

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Auto High-Beam

The auto high-beam system does not always operate 
in every situation. This system is just for assisting the 
driver. Always observe your surroundings and switch 
the headlights between high beam and low beam 
manually if necessary.

If you find the timing of beam changes inconvenient 
for driving, change the headlight beams manually.

The range and the distance at which the camera can 
recognize varies depending on conditions 
surrounding your vehicle.

Regarding the handling of the camera mounted to 
the inside of the windshield, refer to the following.

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Front Sensor Camera

 P. 499

For the auto high-beam to work properly:

•

Do not place an object that reflects light on the 
dashboard.

•

Keep the windshield around the camera clean.

•

When cleaning the windshield, be careful not to 
apply the windshield cleanser to the camera lens.

•

Do not attach an object, sticker or film to the area 
around the camera.

•

Do not touch the camera lens.

If the camera receives a strong impact, or repairing of 
the area near the camera is required, consult a dealer.

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How to Use the Auto High-Beam

Front Sensor Camera

Light Switch

Auto High-Beam 

Indicator