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:
Front Brake Disc Inspection
Runout
1. Raise and support the vehicle (see page 1-13).
2. Remove the front wheels.
3. Remove the brake pads: NISSIN type (see page 19-14), AKEBONO type (see page
1947)
4. Inspect the bra ...
Refrigerant Leak Check
Special Tools Required
• Leak Detector YGK-H-10PM*
• Leak Detector HLD-100*
• Leak Detector TIFZX-1*
• OPTIMAX Jr. A/C Leak Detection Kit TRP124893*
*Available through the Hon ...
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 ...