Honda Accord: Taking Care of the Unexpected
This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. It gives you information about how to safely evaluate the problem and what to do to correct it. If the problem has stranded you on the side of the road, you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed.
- Compact Spare Tire
- Changing a Flat Tire
- If the EngineWon’t Start
- Jump Starting
- If the Engine Overheats
- Low Oil Pressure Indicator
- Charging System Indicator
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp
- Brake System Indicator
- Fuses
- Fuse Locations
- Emergency Towing
Interior Care
Leather
EX-L and all V6 models
Vacuum dirt and dust from the
leather frequently. Pay close
attention to the pleats and seams.
Clean the leather with a soft cloth
dampened with a 90% water and ...
Compact Spare Tire
Use the compact spare tire as a
temporary replacement only. Get
your regular tire repaired or replaced,
and put it back on your vehicle as
soon as you can.
Check the air pressure of the
com ...
See also:
Idle Speed Inspection
NOTE:
- Before checking the idle speed, check these items:
- The malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) has not been
reported on, and there are no DTCs.
- Ignition timing
- Spark plug ...
Trunk Lid Latch Replacement
Special Tools Required
KTC Trim Too! Set SOJATP2014*
*Available through the Honda Tool and
Equipment
Program; call 888-424-6857
NOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Take care not t ...
Compass Calibration
If the compass indicates the wrong direction, or the CAL indicator
blinks, you need
to manually calibrate the system.
Compass operation can be affected under the
following conditions:
• Driv ...