Honda Accord: Before Driving
Before you begin driving your vehicle, you should know what gasoline to use and how to check the levels of important fluids. You also need to know how to properly store luggage or packages. The information in this section will help you. If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle, please read the information in this section first.
- Break-in Period
- Fuel Recommendation
- Refueling
- Check Fuel Cap Message
- Opening and Closing the Hood
- Oil Check
- Engine Coolant Check
- Fuel Economy
- Accessories and Modifications
- Carrying Cargo
System Setup
This command group allows you to
change or customize HFL basic
settings.
To set a 4-digit passcode to lock the
HFL system for security purposes:
Press and release the HFL Talk
button before ...
Break-in Period
Help assure your vehicle’s future
reliability and performance by paying
extra attention to how you drive
during the first 600 miles (1,000 km).
During this period:
Avoid full-throttle starts ...
See also:
Opening theWindows and Moonroof with the Remote Transmitter
You can open both windows and the
moonroof (if equipped) from the
outside with the remote transmitter.
1. Press the UNLOCK button once
to unlock the driver’s door.
2. Press the UNLOCK butt ...
Crankshaft Inspection
Out-of-Round and Taper
1. Remove the crankshaft from the engine block (see
page 7-14).
2. Remove the crankshaft position (CKP) pulse plate
from the crankshaft (see page 7-30).
3. Clean the cr ...
Rear Brake Pad Inspection and Replacement
CAUTION
Frequent inhalation of brake pad dust, regardless of
material composition, could be hazardous to your
health.
- Avoid breathing dust particles.
-Never use an air hose or brush to clea ...