Controls -> Interior Convenience Items for Your Honda Accord 4 Door 2023

Interior Convenience Items  
Interior Lights  
Interior Light Switches  
Front*  
In the door activated position, the interior lights fade  
out and go off about 30 seconds after the doors are  
closed.  
The lights go off after about 30 seconds in the  
following situations:  
When you unlock the driver’s door but do not open it.  
When you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF but  
do not open a door.  
You can change the interior lights dimming time.  
2 Customized Features P. 351  
ON  
The interior lights come on regardless of  
whether the doors are open or closed.  
Door activated  
The interior lights come on in the following  
situations:  
When any doors are opened.  
You unlock the driver’s door.  
When the power mode is set to VEHICLE  
OFF.  
OFF  
Door Activated Position  
The interior lights go off immediately in the following  
situations:  
When you lock the driver’s door.  
When you close the driver’s door in ACCESSORY  
mode.  
OFF  
Rear  
Door Activated  
Position  
The interior lights remain off regardless of  
whether the doors are open or closed.  
ON  
When you set the power mode to ON.  
OFF  
To avoid draining the battery, do not leave the  
interior lights on for an extended length of time  
when the engine is off.  
If you leave any of the doors open in VEHICLE OFF  
mode, the interior lights go off after about 15  
minutes.  
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Map Light Switches  
Models with moonroof  
The map lights can be turned on and off by  
pressing the lenses.  
When the interior light switch is in the door activated  
position and any door is open, the map light will not  
go off when you press the lens.  
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uuInterior Convenience ItemsuStorage Items  
Storage Items  
Glove Box  
Pull the handle to open the glove box.  
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WARNING  
Glove Box  
Handle  
An open glove box can cause serious injury  
to your passenger in a crash, even if the  
passenger is wearing the seat belt.  
Models with trunk main switch  
You can lock the glove box with the built-in  
key.  
To Lock  
Always keep the glove box closed while  
driving.  
Center Pocket  
Push the cover to open the pocket.  
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Console Compartment  
Pull the handle to open the console  
compartment.  
Removable tray  
The tray in the console compartment is  
detachable. To remove the tray, simply pull it  
up.  
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Beverage Holders  
NOTICE  
Front seat beverage holders  
Are located in the console between the front  
seats.  
Spilled liquids damage the upholstery, carpeting, and  
electrical components in the interior.  
Be careful when you are using the beverage holders.  
Hot liquid can scald you.  
Door side beverage holders  
Are located on the both of front and rear door  
side pockets.  
Front  
Rear  
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Rear seat beverage holders  
Fold the armrest down to use the rear seat  
beverage holders.  
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Coat Hook  
The coat hook is not designed for large or heavy  
items.  
There is a coat hook on the rear left grab  
handle. Pull it down to use it.  
Cargo Hooks  
Heavy objects may damage the hook.  
Make sure any items put on this hook weigh less than  
6.6 lbs (3 kg).  
The cargo hooks in the trunk can be used to  
install a net for securing items.  
Distribute cargo evenly on the floor of the trunk,  
placing the heaviest items on the bottom and as far  
forward as possible.  
2 Maximum Load Limit P. 405  
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Sunglasses Holder  
Keep the holder closed while driving except when  
accessing stored items.  
To open the sunglasses holder, push and  
release the indent. To close, push it again until  
it latches.  
You can store eyeglasses and other small  
items in this holder.  
Push  
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Other Interior Convenience Items  
Accessory Power Sockets  
NOTICE  
The accessory power sockets can be used when the power mode is in ACCESSORY  
or ON.  
Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter  
element. This can overheat the power socket.  
Center pocket  
Open the center pocket and the cover to use  
it.  
The accessory power socket is designed to supply  
power for 12-volt DC accessories that are rated  
180 watts (15 amps) or less.  
To prevent battery drain, use the power socket only  
when the engine is running.  
When the accessory power socket is not in use, close  
the cover to prevent any small foreign objects from  
getting into the accessory power socket.  
Console compartment  
Open the console lid and the cover to use it.  
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Wireless Charger*  
RF Radiation Exposure Statement:  
This equipment complies with FCC RF Radiation  
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled  
environment.  
To use the wireless charger, the power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON.  
Charge any devices compatible with Qi wireless charging on the area indicated by  
the  
mark as follows:  
This device and its antenna must not be co-located or  
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or  
transmitter.  
1. To turn the system on and off, press and  
hold the (power) button.  
u When the system is activated, the green  
indicator light comes on.  
Amber Indicator  
Green Indicator  
In order to use safely:  
2. Place the device you want to charge on the  
charging area.  
u The system will automatically start  
charging the device, and the amber  
indicator light will come on.  
Remove any metal objects from the charge pad  
before charging a device.  
Do not open the charger case.  
Do not use the charger if it malfunctions. Contact  
your dealer.  
u Make sure that the device is compatible  
with the system, and placed with the  
chargeable side in the center of the  
charging area.  
If the charger interferes with radio communications,  
attempt to correct the interference:  
Press and hold the switch on the charger for a few  
seconds to turn off the charger.  
(Power)  
Button  
Charging Area  
3. When charging is completed, the green  
indicator light will come on.  
u Depending on the device, the amber  
indicator light will stay on.  
appears on the audio/information screen when  
the device is being charged by the wireless charger.  
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When charging does not start  
Perform one of the solutions in the following table.  
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CAUTION  
Indicator  
Cause  
Solution  
Remove the  
Metal objects between the charge pad and  
the device to be charged will get hot and  
can burn you.  
Always remove foreign objects from the  
charge pad before charging the device.  
Be sure the surface is clear of dust and  
other debris before charging.  
Do not spill liquids (i. e. water, drinks,  
etc.) on the charger and the device.  
Do not use oil, grease, alcohol, benzine  
or thinner for cleaning the charge pad.  
Do not cover the system with towels,  
clothing, or other objects while charging  
etc.  
There is an obstacle(s) between  
the charging area and the  
device.  
obstacle(s).  
Pick up and reset the  
device to the center of  
the charging area  
The device is not within the  
Green  
Blinking charging area.  
&
simulta-  
neously  
where  
is located.  
Amber  
Temporarily suspend  
charging the device.  
Wait for temperature  
to drop and attempt to  
charge the device  
again.  
The temperature of the wireless  
charger pad increases.  
Avoid spraying aerosols which may come  
in contact with the charge pad surface.  
Contact a dealer for  
repairs.  
Amber Blinking The wireless charger is faulty.  
This system consumes a lot of power. Do not use the  
system for a long time when the engine is not  
running. This may weaken the battery, making it  
difficult to start the engine.  
When using the wireless charger, check the user’s  
manual that came with the compatible device you  
want to charge.  
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The wireless charger can support up to 15 W, but the  
charging rate varies based on the device and other  
conditions.  
NOTICE  
Do not place any magnetic recording media or precision  
machines within the charging area while charging.  
The data on your cards such as credit cards can be  
lost because of the magnetic effect. Also precision  
machines such as watches can go wrong.  
“Qi” and  
marks are the registered trademarks  
owned by Wireless Power Consortium (WPC).  
In the following cases, charging may stop or not start:  
The device is already fully charged.  
The temperature of the device is extremely high  
while charging.  
You are at a place that emits strong  
electromagnetic waves or noises, such as a TV  
station, electric power plant, or gas station.  
The device has a cover, case or accessories which  
are not compatible with wireless charging.  
A device may not charge if the size or shape of its  
chargeable side is not appropriate for use with the  
charging area.  
Not all devices are compatible with the system.  
During the charging phase, it is normal for the  
charging area and device to heat up.  
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Charging may be briefly interrupted when:  
All the doors and the trunk are closed  
- to avoid interference with the proper functioning  
of the keyless access system.  
The position of the device is altered.  
Do not charge more than one device at a time on a  
charging area.  
If the device becomes too hot and its battery  
protection function activates, it may charge  
extremely slowly or no longer charge.  
The temperature at which the battery protection  
function activates depends on the device.  
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Canadian models  
Heated Steering Wheel*  
Do not use the heated steering wheel continuously  
when the engine is off. Under such conditions, the  
battery may be weakened, making the engine  
difficult to start.  
The power mode must be in ON to use the  
heated steering wheel.  
Press the button on the lower side of the  
steering wheel.  
When a comfortable temperature is reached,  
press the button again to turn it off.  
The heated steering wheel is turned off every  
time you start the engine, even if you turned it  
on the last time you drove the vehicle.  
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Front Seat Heaters*  
The power mode must be in ON to use the  
seat heaters.  
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WARNING  
Heat induced burns are possible when  
using seat heaters.  
Persons with a diminished ability to sense  
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,  
lowerlimb nerve damage, or paralysis) or  
with sensitive skin should not use seat  
heaters.  
Press the seat heater button:  
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)  
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)  
Three times - The LO setting (one indicator on)  
Four times - The OFF setting (no indicators on)  
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the  
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may  
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.  
After a certain period of time, the strength setting for  
the front seat heaters will automatically be reduced  
by one level at a time until the front seat heaters shut  
off. The elapsed time varies according to the interior  
environment.  
When the power mode is turned on after it is  
turned off, the previous setting of front seat  
heaters are maintained.  
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Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation*  
The seat heaters or ventilators can be used  
when the power mode is in ON.  
The seat heaters: Use them to warm up the  
seat.  
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WARNING  
Heat induced burns are possible when  
using seat heaters.  
The seat ventilators: Use them when you want  
to ventilate the surface of the seats.  
When used with the air conditioning, the  
surface of the seats will become easier to cool.  
Persons with a diminished ability to sense  
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,  
lowerlimb nerve damage, or paralysis) or  
with sensitive skin should not use seat  
heaters.  
Press the seat heater or the seat ventilation  
button:  
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)  
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)  
Three times - The LO setting (one indicator on)  
Four times - The OFF setting (no indicators on)  
Do not use the seat heaters and the seat ventilation  
even in LO when the engine is off. Under such  
conditions, the battery may be weakened, making  
the engine difficult to start.  
After a certain period of time, the strength setting for  
the front seat heaters will automatically be reduced  
by one level at a time until the front seat heaters shut  
off. The elapsed time varies according to the interior  
environment.  
When the power mode is turned on after it is  
turned off, the previous setting of front seat  
heaters and ventilation are maintained.  
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Rear Seat Heaters*  
The power mode must be in ON to use the  
seat heaters.  
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WARNING  
Heat induced burns are possible when  
using seat heaters.  
There is no heater in the rear center seating  
position.  
Persons with a diminished ability to sense  
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,  
lowerlimb nerve damage, or paralysis) or  
with sensitive skin should not use seat  
heaters.  
Press the seat heater button:  
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)  
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)  
Three times - The LO setting (one indicator on)  
Four times - The OFF setting (no indicators on)  
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the  
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may  
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.  
After a certain period of time, the strength setting for  
the rear seat heaters will automatically be reduced by  
one level at a time until the rear seat heaters shut off.  
The elapsed time varies according to the interior  
environment.  
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Climate Control System  
Using Automatic Climate Control  
The automatic climate control system maintains the interior temperature you select.  
The system also selects the proper mix of heated or cooled air that raises or lowers  
the interior temperature to your preference as quickly as possible.  
If any buttons are pressed while using the climate  
control system in auto, the function of the button  
that was pressed will take priority.  
The AUTO indicator will go off, but functions  
unrelated to the button that was pressed will be  
controlled automatically.  
Dashboard vents Dashboard and floor  
and back of the vents, and back of  
Floor vents  
Floor and  
defroster  
vents  
Models with Auto Idle Stop  
center console*  
the center console*  
During idle-stops, air-conditioning is suspended, and  
only the blower remains active.  
If you do not want air-conditioning suspended, press  
the Auto Idle Stop OFF button to cancel idle-stop.  
All models  
Fan Control Dial  
Driver’s Side  
Temperature  
Control Dial  
Passenger’s Side  
Temperature  
Control Dial  
To prevent cold air from blowing in from outside, the  
fan may not start immediately when the AUTO  
button is pressed.  
(Recirculation)  
Button  
A/C (Air Conditioning)  
Button  
(ON/OFF) Button  
AUTO Button  
If the interior is very warm, you can cool it down  
more rapidly by partially opening the windows,  
turning the system on auto, and setting the  
temperature to low. Change the fresh air mode to  
recirculation mode until the temperature cools down.  
Use the system when the engine is running.  
1. Press the AUTO button.  
2. Adjust the interior temperature using the driver’s side or passenger’s side control  
dial.  
3. Press the  
(ON/OFF) button to cancel.  
When you set the temperature to the lower or upper  
limit, Lo or Hi is displayed.  
Switching between the recirculation and fresh air modes  
Press the (recirculation) button and switch the mode depending on  
environmental conditions.  
Recirculation mode (indicator on): Recirculates air from the vehicle’s interior through  
the system.  
Fresh air mode (indicator off): Maintains outside ventilation. Keep the system in  
fresh air mode in normal situations.  
Pressing the  
button switches the climate  
control system between on and off. When turned on,  
the system returns to your last selection.  
While ECON mode is active, the climate control  
system may have reduced cooling performance.  
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