Honda Accord: Owner’s Maintenance Checks
You should check the following items at the specified intervals. If you are unsure of how to perform any check, turn to the appropriate page listed.
Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank.
Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank.
Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly.
Brakes Check the fluid level monthly.
Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects.
Lights Check the operation of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly.

* 1 : If themessage ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information onmaintenance and emissions warranty in the center column.
NOTE: Independent of theMaintenanceMinder information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
Inspect idle speed every 160,000miles (256,000 km).
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.

Important Maintenance Precautions
If you have the required service
done but do not reset the display, or
reset the display without doing the
service, the system will not show the
correct maintenance intervals. This
can lead ...
Fluid Locations
4-cylinder models
V6 models ...
See also:
System Evacuation
• Air conditioning refrigerant or lubricant v a p o r c an
irritate your eyes, nose, or throat.
•Be careful when connecting service
equipment.
• Do not breathe refrigerant or v ...
A/C Compressor Clutch Circuit
Troubleshooting
NOTE:
• It is normal for the A/C compressor to turn off under
certain conditions, such as low idle, high engine
coolant temperature, hard acceleration, or high/low
refrigerant pressure.
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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 ...