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:
Compass Zone Selection
In most areas, there is a variation
between magnetic north and true
north. Zone selection is required so
the compass can compensate for this
variation. To check and select the
zone, do this: ...
Brake System
• Parking Brake
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parking.
To apply:
Pull the lever fully up without pressing the
release button.
To release:
1. Pull the lever sli ...
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
• High Beam Headlight
1. Unlock the holding clips, then remove the
upper part of the air intake duct and the air
intake tube.
2. Push the ta ...