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:
Idler Gear Shaft Bearing Replacement
Special Tools Required
-Adjustable Bearing Puller, 25—40 mm 07736-A01000B
•Driver Handle, 15 x 135L 07749-0010000
-Attachment, 52 x 55 mm 07746-0010400
1. Remove the idler gear shaft be ...
Cylinder Head Installation
1. Install a new coolant separator (A) In the engine block
whenever the engine block is replaced.
2. Clean the cylinder head and the engine block surface.
3. Install the new cylinder head gaske ...
Fuel Gauge
This shows how much fuel you have.
It may show slightly more or less
than the actual amount. The needle
returns to the bottom after you turn
off the ignition.
Avoid driving with an extremely ...