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 ...
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Front Seat-back Cover Replacement
Special Tools Required
- KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014*
-Trim Pad Remover, Snap-on A177A or
equivalent,
commercially available
*Available through the Honda Tool and
Equipment
Program; call 888 ...
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: ...
Secondary Shaft Bearing
Replacement
Special Tools Required
•Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000
•Attachment, 62 x 68 mm 07746-0010500
1. Remove the set plate bolt, then remove the lock
washer (A) and the bearing set pla ...