Honda Accord: How to Use This Manual - Introduction - Honda Accord MK8 2008-2012 Service ManualHonda Accord: How to Use This Manual

This manual is divided into multiple sections, The first page of each section is marked with a black tab that lines up with its corresponding thumb index tab on this page and the back cover.

You can quickly find the first page of each section without looking through a full table of contents. The symbols printed at the top corner of each page can also be used as a quick reference system.

Each section includes;

1. A table of contents, or an exploded view index showing; - Parts disassembly sequence.

-Bolt torques and thread sizes.

-Page references to descriptions in text.

2. Disassembly/assembly procedures and tools.

3. Inspection.

4. Testing/troubleshooting.

5. Repair.

6. Adjustments.

    Introduction
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    Safety Messages
    Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. To help you make informed decisions, we have provided safety messages, and other safety information throughout this manual. Of course, it ...

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    Starting the Engine
    1. Make sure the parking brake is applied. 2. Check that the shift lever is in , then depress the brake pedal.  - Although it is possible to start the vehicle in , it is safer to st ...

    Reverse Idler Gear Removal and Installation
    Removal 1. Remove the bolt (A) securing the reverse idler gear shaft holder (B). 2. Install a 5 x 0.8 mm bolt (C) in the reverse idler gear shaft (D), and pull it to remove the reverse idler gea ...

    Rocker Arm Assemblf Installation
    1. Reassemble the rocker arm assembly (see page 6-82). 2. Clean and dry the No. 5 rocker shaft holder mating surface. 3. Apply liquid gasket P/N 08717-0004, 08718-0003, or 08718-0009 to the cy ...