Honda Accord: Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Economy
Fuel economy depends on several conditions, including driving conditions, your driving habits, the condition of your vehicle, and loading. Depending on these and other conditions, you may or may not achieve the rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
Direct calculation is the recommended method to determine actual fuel consumed while driving.
In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are established following a simulated test. For more information on how this test is performed, please visit http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
• Maintenance and Fuel Economy
You can optimize your fuel economy with proper maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accordance with the messages displayed on the information display*/multi-information display*.
• Use the recommended viscosity engine oil, displaying the API Certification
Seal.
• Maintain the specified tire pressure.
• Do not load the vehicle with excess cargo.
• Keep your vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle's underside
adds weight and increases wind resistance.
How to Refuel
1. Stop your vehicle with the service station
pump on the left side of the vehicle in the
rear.
2. Turn off the engine.
3. Push on the fuel fill door release handle at
the foot of the driv ...
See also:
Windshield Replacement
NOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Wear eye protection while cutting glass adhesive with
a piano wire.
- Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces.
- Glass adhesive can be ...
Brake/Clutch Fluid
Use the same fluid for both the brakes and clutch.
• Checking the Brake Fluid
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir.
NOTICE
Brake fluid marke ...
Opening/Closing theWindows and Moonroof with the Key
You can open and close the windows
and the moonroof (if equipped) with
the key in the driver’s door lock.
To open:
1. Insert the key in the driver’s door
lock.
2. Turn the key clockwise ...