Honda 2012 Accord Crosstour User Manual

Maintaining your vehicle according to the Maintenance Minder shown inthe instrument panel helps to keep your driving trouble-free while itpreserves yo

−You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.Therecommendationsonthispageare the ones we consider to be

For a head restraint system to workproperly:Do not hang any items on the headrestraints, or from the restraintlegs.Do not place any object betweenan o

You can fold down the seat-back intwo ways.Lower the rear head restraints totheir lowest positions. If you folddown the left side seat-back, alsoadjus

How to use the lever on both sides ofthe cargo room.Do not put any heavy items on theseat-back when it is folded down.Make sure the seat-back is locke

The rear seat armrest is in thecenter of the rear seat. Pivot it downto use it.A beverage holder is located in thearmrest.To use the console lid as an

In the LO setting, the heater runscontinuously. It does not cycle withtemperature changes.Follow these precautions wheneveryou use the seat heaters:Do

Store a driver’s seat position onlywhen the vehicle is parked.Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position. You cannot add anew seat position in me

To select a memorized position, dothis:Make sure the parking brake is setand the shift lever is in Park.Press the desired memory button(1 or 2) until

If desired, you can use theadjustment switches to change thepositions of the seat or outsidemirrors after they are in theirmemorized positions. If you

Keeptheinsideandoutsidemirrorsclean and adjusted for best visibility.Be sure to adjust the mirrors beforeyou start driving.The inside mirror can autom

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position.Move the selector switch to L(driver’s side) or R (passenger’sside).Push the appropriate edge of thead

Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.The following pages explain how youcanta

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position to raise or lower anywindow. To open a window, push theswitchdownandholdit.Releasetheswitch when you w

−− If either frontwindow senses any obstacle while itis closing automatically, it willreverse direction and then stop. Toclose the window, remove theo

Press the UNLOCK button asecond time, and hold it. Theremaining doors unlock, and allfour windows and the moonroofstart to open. To stop the windowsan

Turnthekeyclockwiseagain,andhold it. All four windows and themoonroof start to open. To stopthe windows and the moonroof,release the key.To close:Inse

− To open the moonrooffully, pull back the moonroof switchfirmly, then release it. The moonroofautomatically opens all the way. Tostop the moonroof fr

You can open and close themoonroof for up to 10 minutes afteryou turn off the ignition switch.Opening either front door cancelsthis function.You can u

To apply the parking brake, pull thelever up fully. To release it, pull upslightly, push the button, and lowerthe lever. The parking brakeindicator on

Interior Convenience Items113SUNGLASSES HOLDERVANITY MIRRORSUN VISORCENTER POCKETSCOAT HOOKBEVERAGE HOLDER inREAR SEAT ARMRESTBEVERAGE HOLDERCONSOLE C

The rear seat also has a beverageholder in the center armrest. To useit, pivot the armrest down.Be careful when you are using thebeverage holders. A s

Each socket is intended to supplypower for 12 volt DC accessoriesthat are rated 120 watts or less (10amps).To open the console compartment,pull up on

−−−−Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.Help protect you in almost everytype of crash, including:frontal impactsside impa

Open the glove box by pulling thehandle to the left. Close it with a firmpush. Lock or unlock the glove boxwith the master key.The glove box light com

Make sure you put the sun visorback in place when you are gettinginto or out of the vehicle.In this position, the sun visor can beadjusted by moving i

Then remove the hook, and hook ittotheholeonthecargosidepanel.The reverse side of the removabletray is water-proofed. You can flipthe removable tray t

Do not leave water, soil, sand, orperishable foods in the utility box.Rotting food and dirt on the floormaycausethebreakdownofelectrical equipment.To

Tousethevanitymirroronthebackof the sun visor, pull up the cover.The vanity mirror lights come onwhen you pull up the cover.Touseacoathook,slideitouts

The ceiling light has a three-positionswitch: ON, Door Activated, andOFF. In the Door Activated (center)position, the light comes on whenyou:After all

The courtesy light in each front doorcomes on when the door is opened,and goes out when the door is closed.Your vehicle also has a courtesy lightin th

The courtesy light between thespotlights comes on when you turnthe parking lights on. To adjust itsbrightness, turn the select/resetknob on the instru

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The security system helps to dis-courage vandalism and theft of yourvehicle.Your vehicle has an anti-theft audiosystem that requires a code numberto e

CONTINUEDYour vehicle has a supplementalrestraint system (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a front seatpas

Climate Control SystemWith navigation systemWithout navigation system126AUTOINDICATORDRIVER’S SIDETEMPERATUREWINDSHIELD DEFROSTERBUTTONDRIVER’S SIDE T

The system automatically selectsthe proper mix of conditionedand/or heated air that will, asquickly as possible, raise or lowerthe interior temperatur

When you set the temperature to itslower limit ( ) or its upper limit( ), the system runs at fullcooling or heating only. It does notregulate the inte

▲▼When the indicator in the button ison, air from the vehicle’s interior issent through the system again.When the indicator is off, air isbrought in f

Pushing this button also turns thepower mirror heaters on and off.Use the mode control button toselect the vents the air flows from.Some air will flow

CONTINUEDThe temperatures of the driver’s sideand the front passenger’s side arecontrolled independently.Your vehicle has two temperaturecontrol switc

The selected temperatures appear inthe display (in the center display onmodels with navigation system).When the indicator in the SYNCbutton is on, you

The airflow from the rear vents canbe adjusted when the AUTO mode isselected or the fan mode is in theor position.You can adjust the direction of thea

An audio system is standard on allmodels. Read the appropriate pages(as shown below) to use yourvehicle’s audio system.On models without navigationsys

Most audio system functions can becontrolled by standard buttons, bars,and knobs. In addition, you canaccess some functions by using theselector knob

The most important things you needto know about your airbags are:Always wearyour seat belt properly, and situpright and as far back from thesteering w

Playing the FM/AM Radio (Models without navigation system)Without XM RadioWith XM Radio136SKIP BARSELECTORKNOBPRESETBUTTONSRETURN BUTTONA.SEL (AUTOSEL

−−−The band and frequency that theradio was last tuned to are displayed.To change bands, press the AM orFM button. On the FM band, ST willbe displayed

−−Each preset button canstore one frequency on AM and twofrequencies on FM.If you aretraveling and can no longer receiveyour preset stations, you can

On the FM band, you can select afavorite station and display theprogram service name provided bythe radio data system (RDS).The RDS information displa

▲▼On the FM band selected, you canselect the program categoryprovided by the RDS. Press eitherside ( or ) of the CATEGORYbar (FOLDER bar on models wit

The scan function samples allstations with strong signals on theselected RDS category. To activate it,press and release the SCAN button.You will see S

−−−−−−Adjusts the bass.Adjusts the side-to-side strength of the sound.Adjusts the front-to-backstrength of the sound.Adjusts the treble.Adjusts the st

CONTINUEDPlaying the XM Radio (Models without navigation system)EX-L models143CATEGORY BARSKIP BARXM RADIO BUTTONSELECTOR KNOBSCAN BUTTONPOWER/VOLUMEK

−To listen to XM Radio, turn theignition switch to the ACCESSORY(I) or ON (II) position, and press thebutton. The last channel youlistened to will sho

−▼▲−−CONTINUEDThe SCAN function givesyou a sampling of all channels whilein the channel mode. In the categorymode, only the stations within thatcatego

−CONTINUEDAdjust the driver’s seat as far to therear as possible while allowing you tomaintain full control of the vehicle.Have a front passenger adju

− −−−−−−−Youcanstoreupto12preset channels using the six presetbuttons. Each button stores onechannel from the XM1 band and onechannel from the XM2 ban

The XM satellites are in orbit overthe equator; therefore, objects southof the vehicle may cause satellitereception interruptions. To helpcompensate f

There may be other geographicsituations that could affect XM Radioreception.After you’ve registered with XMRadio, keep your audio system in theXM Radi

Playing Discs (Models without navigation system)Without XMRadioWith XMRadio149SCANBUTTONMENU BUTTONSKIP BARPOWER/VOLUME KNOBTITLE BUTTONFOLDER BARSELE

To load or play discs, the ignitionswitch must be in the ACCESSORY(I) or ON (II) position.You operate the disc changer withthe same controls used for

CONTINUEDYou cannot load and play 3-inch(8-cm) discs in this unit.When the disc load indicator turnsgreen and ‘‘LOAD’’ appears in thedisplay again, in

In MP3 or WMA mode, you can alsoselect a folder or track/file from thelist by using the selector knob. Pushthe selector knob (ENTER) toswitch the disp

−−▲▼▲▼CONTINUEDEach time you press andreleasethe sideoftheSKIPbar,the player skips forward to thebeginning of the next track (file inMP3 or WMA mode).

−−−−Turn the selector knob to select anappropriate repeat, random or scanmode, then press the selector knob(ENTER) to set your selection.To cancel the

If you sit too close to the steeringwheel or dashboard, you can beseriously injured by an inflating frontairbag, or by striking the steeringwheel or d

Adjust the driver’s head restraint sothe center of the back of your headrests against the center of therestraint.Properly adjusted head restraintswill

If the seat belt touches or crossesyour neck, or if it crosses your arminstead of your shoulder, you need toadjust the seat belt anchor height.Insert

After all occupants have adjustedtheir seats and head restraints, andput on their seat belts, it is veryimportant that they continue to situpright, we

Event Data RecordersThis vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash

When driving, remember to situpright and adjust the seat as farback as possible while allowing fullcontrol of the vehicle. When ridingas a front passe

Objects onthe covers marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG’’could interfere with the properoperation of the airbags or bepropelled inside the vehicle andhurt someone if

Your seat belt system includes lap/shoulder belts in all seating positions.The front seat belts are alsoequipped with automatic seat belttensioners.If

CONTINUEDFor added protection, the front seatbelts are equipped with automaticseat belt tensioners. When activated,the tensioners immediately tightent

For safety, you should check thecondition of your seat belts regularly.Pull each belt out fully, and look forfrays, cuts, burns, and wear. Checkthat t

CONTINUEDAdditional Information About Your AirbagsAirbag System Components21(3)(4)(6)(8)(8)(1)(9)(2)(11)(5)(13)(10)(16)(15)(14)(16)(14)(5)(4)(7)(12)(1

Automatic front seat belttensioners (see page ).Your airbag system includes:Two side airbags, one for thedriver and one for a frontpassenger. The airb

CONTINUEDDuring a frontal crash, your seat beltrestrains your lower body and torso,and the front airbag helps protectyour head and chest.Although both

The total time for inflation anddeflation is one-tenth of a second, sofast that most occupants are notaware that the airbags deployed untilthey see th

CONTINUEDThe driver’s advanced front airbagsystem includes a seat positionsensor under the seat. If the seat istoo far forward, the airbag willinflate

−California Proposition 65 WarningThis product contains or emits chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birthdefects or other

When the passenger airbag getsturned off by the weight sensors, a‘‘passenger airbag off’’ indicator inthe center of the dashboard comeson (see page ).

CONTINUEDOnly one airbag will deploy during aside impact. If the impact is on thepassenger’s side, the passenger’sside airbag will deploy even if ther

If the side airbag off indicator comeson (see page ), have thepassenger sit upright. Once thepassenger is out of the airbag’sdeployment path, the syst

The airbag on the passenger’s sidewill deploy, even if there are nopassengers on that side of thevehicle.If the impact is on the passenger’sside, the

Be aware that objects placed on thefront seat can cause the indicator tocome on.If no weight is detected on the frontseat, the airbag will be automati

Take your vehicle to anauthorized dealer as soon aspossible. If you ignore thisindication, your airbags may notoperate properly.Even if yourairbags do

This could make thedriver’s seat position sensor or thefront passenger’s weight sensorsineffective. If it is necessary toremove or modify a front seat

−−−If you have children, or ever need todrive with a child in your vehicle, besure to read this section. It beginswith important general guidelines,th

−Front airbags have been designed tohelp protect adults in a moderate tosevere frontal collision. To do this,the passenger’s front airbag is quitelarg

−To remind you of the passenger’sfront airbag hazards, and thatchildren must be properly restrainedin a back seat, your vehicle haswarninglabelsonthed

−−−−−−To help you make informeddecisions about safety, we haveprovided operating procedures andother information on labels and inthis manual. This inf

−Many parents say they prefer to putan infant or a small child in the frontpassenger seat so they can watch thechild, or because the child requiresatt

−If a child wraps a looseseat belt around their neck, theycan be seriously or fatally injured.(See pages and for how toactivate and deactivate thelock

Two types of seats may be used: aseat designed exclusively for infants,or a convertible seat used in the rear-facing, reclining mode.If placedfacing f

CONTINUEDMany states, Canadian provinces andterritories allow a child one year ofage or older who also meets theminimum size and weightrequirements to

If it is necessary to put a forward-facing child seat in the front, movethe vehicle seat as far to the rear aspossible, and be sure the child seat isf

After selecting a proper child seatand a good place to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:All child seats must besecure

Make sure there are no objectsnear the anchors that couldprevent a secure connectionbetween the child seat and theanchors.Move the seat belt buckle or

Whatever type you have, followthe child seat maker’s instructionsfor adjusting or tightening the fit.Other LATCH-compatible seatshave a flexible-type

When not using the LATCH system,all child seats must be secured to thevehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt.With the child seat in the desi

After confirming that the belt islocked, grab the shoulder part ofthe belt near the buckle, and pullup to remove any slack from thelap part of the bel

(fluid capacities and tire pressures)(main controls)(seat belts, SRS, and child protection)(indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column)( )(fue

A child seat with a tether can beinstalled in any seating position inthe back seat, using one of theanchorage points shown above.Since a tether can pr

To determine if a lap/shoulder beltproperly fits a child, have the childput on the seat belt, then askyourself:When a child reaches therecommended wei

Does the shoulder belt crossbetween the child’s neck and arm?Is the lap part of the belt as low aspossible, touching the child’sthighs?Will the child

CONTINUEDOf course, children vary widely. Andwhile age may be one indicator ofwhen a child can safely ride in front,there are other important factors

Devices intended toimprove a child’s comfort orreposition the shoulder part of aseat belt can make the belt lesseffective and increase the chanceof se

Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. Carbonmonoxide should not enter thevehicle in normal driving if youmaintain your vehicle properly

These labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury or death. Read these labelscarefully.If a lab

This section gives information aboutthe controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation ofyour vehicle. All the essentialcontrols are with

＊＊＊＊If equipped:Control Locations54(P.55)(P.63)ACCESSORY POWER SOCKETSMOONROOF SWITCHINSTRUMENT PANELINDICATORSGAUGESMIRROR CONTROLSPOWER WINDOWSWITCH

The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.Instrument Panel55LOW FUEL INDICATORANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYST

A convenient reference to thesections in this manual.A quick reference to the maincontrols in your vehicle.Explains the purpose of eachinstrument pane

The instrument panel has manyindicators to give you importantinformation about your vehicle. The engine can be severely damagedif this indicator flash

This indicator has two functions:Itcomesonwhenyouturntheignition switch to the ON (II)position. It is a reminder to checkthe parking brake. A beeperso

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. If it comes on at any othertime, there is a

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition switch to the ON (II)position. If it comes on while driving,it indicates t

The left or right turn signal indicatorblinks when you signal a lane changeor turn. If an indicator does not blinkor blinks rapidly, it usually meanso

This indicator comes on with thehigh beam headlights. For moreinformation, see page .This indicator also comes on withreduced brightness when thedayti

This indicator comes on for a fewseconds when you turn the ignitionswitch to the ON (II) position. Itremindsyouthatitistimetotakeyour vehicle in for s

Gauges63SELECT/RESET KNOBTRIP METERODOMETER /CHECK FUEL CAP MESSAGETACHOMETERTEMPERATURE GAUGESPEEDOMETERFUEL GAUGEU.S. model is shown.INFORMATION DIS

The odometer shows the totaldistance your vehicle has beendriven. It measures miles in U.S.models and kilometers in Canadianmodels. It is illegal unde

±±−−−−−−−−The trip meter shows the number ofmiles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)driven since you last reset it.There are two trip meters: Trip Aand Tri

＊＊＊＊If equipped:Your Vehicle at a Glance3MIRROR CONTROLSINSTRUMENT PANELINDICATORS(P.55)GAUGES (P.63)DRIVER’S FRONTAIRBAGAUXILIARY INPUT JACKACCESSORY

This shows the temperature of theengine’s coolant. During normaloperation, the pointer should risefrom the bottom mark to about themiddle of the gauge

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊If equippedOnly on vehicles equipped with navigation system, refer to the navigation system manual.To use the horn, press the center pad of t

−−−−−−−−−MISTOFFINT IntermittentLO Low speedHI High speedWindshield washersPush the right lever up or down toselect a position.The wipers run at highs

When you turn the wiper switch tothe ‘‘OFF’’ position, the wiper willreturn to its parked position.OFFTherearwindowwasherusesthesame fluid reservoir a

−−−Push down on theleft lever to signal a left turn and upto signal a right turn. To signal a lanechange, push lightly on the lever andhold it. The le

− Even with the automatic lightingfeature turned on, we recommendthatyouturnonthelightsmanuallywhen driving at night or in a densefog, or when you ent

This feature turns off the headlights,all other exterior lights, and theinstrument panel lights within 15seconds after you remove the keyand close the

The select/reset knob on theinstrument panel controls thebrightness of the instrument panellights. Turn the knob to adjust thebrightness with the igni

Push the button between the centervents to turn on the hazard warninglights (four-way flashers). Thiscauses all four outside turn signalsand both turn

The rear window defogger will clearfog, frost, and thin ice from thewindow. Push the defogger button toturn it on and off. The indicator inthe button

＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual.If equippedTo use the horn, press the center pad of t

Move the steering wheel up ordown, and in or out, so it pointstoward your chest, not towardyour face. Make sure you can seethe instrument panel gauges

Youshouldhavereceivedakeynumber tag with your keys. You willneed this key number if you everhave to get a lost key replaced. Useonly Honda-approved ke

If the system repeatedly does notrecognize the coding of your key,contact your dealer.If you lose your key and you cannotstart the engine, contact you

−−−−You will hear a reminder beeper ifyou leave the key in the ignitionswitch in the LOCK (0) or theACCESSORY (I) position and openthe driver’s door.

When the door is unlocked, you canseetheredindicatoronthelocktababove the inner door handle.To lock all doors and the tailgate,push the front of the m

The auto door locking feature hasthree possible settings:The auto door locking isdeactivated all the time.When you customize the setting,make sure you

Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position, and open the driver’sdoor.Pushandholdthefrontofthemaster door lock switch on thedriver’s door until y

Pushandholdthefrontofthemaster door lock switch on thedriver’s door. You will hear a click.Keep holding the switch until youhear another click (after

The auto door unlocking featurehas five possible settings:Turn the ignition switch to the ON(II) position, and open the driver’sdoor.Pushandholdtherea

Pushandholdtherearofthemaster door lock switch on thedriver’s door. You will hear a click.Continue to hold the switch:Until you hear another click(aft

−This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. Itshows you how to use seat belts. Itexplains how your

Turn the ignition switch to theLOCK (0) position.Until you hear another click(after about 5 seconds) toactivatePushandholdtherearofthemaster door lock

−−The childproof door locks aredesigned to prevent children seatedin the rear from accidentally openingthe rear doors. Each rear door has alock lever

−Avoid dropping or throwing thetransmitter.Protect the transmitter fromextreme temperatures.Do not immerse the transmitter inany liquid.If you lose a

＋To replace the battery:Remove the screw at the base ofthe transmitter with a smallPhillips-head screwdriver.Separate the transmitter by pryingits mid

As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

The tailgate locks and unlocks whenyou lock and unlock the driver’s door.To open the tailgate, push therelease, and lift up. To close thetailgate, use

If the power door lock system cannotunlock the tailgate, unlock itmanually.Push the release lever to the lowerright as shown.If you need to unlock the

−Moves the seat forwardand backward.Raises or lowers the seat.(Driver’s seat only)Moves the front of theseat up or down.(Driver’s seat only)Moves the

See page for important safetyinformation and a warning aboutimproperly positioning head restraints.13Your vehicle is equipped with headrestraints in a

To remove a head restraint forcleaning or repair, pull it up as far asit will go. Push the release button,then pull the restraint out of the seat-back