Honda Accord: Recommended Engine Oil
Oil is a major contributor to your engine’s performance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal. This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving, and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements.
Honda Motor Oil is the preferred 0W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for optimum engine protection. Make sure the API Certification Seal says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines’’.
The oil viscosity or weight is provided on the container’s label.
0W-20 oil is formulated for yearround protection of your vehicle to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy.
Adding Engine Oil
Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spills immediately. Spilled oil could
damage ...
Synthetic Oil
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given for a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certification Seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
follow t ...
See also:
Brake Hose Replacement
NOTE;
- Before reassembling, cheek that all parts are free of
dirt and other foreign particles.
- Replace parts with new ones whenever specified to do
so.
- Do not spill brake fluid on the ve ...
Sunvisor Removal/Installation
NOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not to bend or scratch the headliner.
- When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with
protective tape to prevent damage.
1. ...
DTC Troubleshooting
DTC P0010: VTC Oil Control Solenoid Valve
Malfunction
NOTE: Before you troubleshoot record all freeze data
and any on-board snapshot and review the general
troubleshooting Information (see page 11 ...