Honda Accord: If the Smart Entry Remote Batteryis Weak - Engine Does Not Start - Handling the Unexpected - Honda Accord 2013-2025 Owner's ManualHonda Accord: If the Smart Entry Remote Batteryis Weak

If the beeper sounds, the indicator on the ENGINE START/STOP button flashes, and the engine won’t start.

The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears on the

The To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears on the multiinformation display.

Start the engine as follows.

Start the engine as follows.

1. Touch the center of the ENGINE START/

1. Touch the center of the ENGINE START/ STOP button with the H logo on the smart entry remote while the indicator on the ENGINE START/STOP button is flashing.

The buttons on the smart entry remote should be facing you.
 - The indicator flashes for about 30 seconds.

2. Depress the brake pedal (automatic

2. Depress the brake pedal (automatic transmission) or clutch pedal (manual transmission) and press the ENGINE START/STOP button within 10 seconds after the beeper sounds and the indicator stays on.
 - If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode will change to ACCESSORY.

Emergency Engine Stop

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