How to adjust the time on an 08 Accord?

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DeSkylar
07/28/25 3:18pm
The method to adjust the time on the eighth-generation Accord is: 1. Locate the "SOUND" button on the center console, with a CLOCK label below it. Press and hold the "SOUND" button, and the time display will start flashing. 2. Press the "4" button (labeled with the letter H) to adjust the hour, the "5" button (labeled with the letter M) to adjust the minutes, and the "6" button to set the minutes to "00". 3. After adjusting to the correct time, press the "SOUND" button again to stop the time display from flashing. More information about the eighth-generation Accord is as follows: 1. The development and design concept of the eighth-generation Accord is "Advanced-Powerful", meaning the perfect fusion of "forward-looking technology and dynamic power". 2. The eighth-generation Accord embodies a design direction of grandeur, sophistication, advancement, and prestige. The front face design is more heroic, with angular headlights, a bold grille, and flared fenders, showcasing a dynamic and capable temperament.
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LeMakayla
08/11/25 10:51pm
I've adjusted the time on my 2008 Accord quite a few times, and the method is quite simple and practical. First, turn the car key to the ON position—the car doesn't start but powers up. Then, look around the steering wheel or dashboard; there's usually a small clock symbol or a button cluster. Press and hold the button labeled 'H' to adjust the hour and 'M' for the minute. Holding it down makes the numbers jump quickly to your desired time. After adjusting, let go for a few seconds, and it saves automatically. Every time I replace the battery, the clock resets, so I have to readjust it. That's why I recommend making it a habit to check its accuracy every few months. After all, an incorrect time can affect dashboard readings, and misreading mileage or warning lights could increase driving risks. The Accord's design is quite user-friendly, with responsive buttons. If you accidentally press the wrong button during operation, don't panic—just power off and restart to begin again. Overall, the process takes about a minute to complete, with no complicated techniques involved.
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