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:
Reverse Shift Fork Clearance Inspection
1. Measure the clearance between the reverse Idler gear
(A) and the reverse shift fork (B) with a feeler gauge
(C). If the clearance exceeds the service limit, go to
step 2.
Standard; 0.20-0.59 mm ...
PIN Number
You can add, change, or remove a
PIN number from any phonebook.
To add a PIN:
If you have selected a phonebook
without a PIN, you will see the above
display.
Enter the new 4-digit PIN. You ...
Dust and Pollen Filter Replacement
1. Open the glove box. Remove the glove box stop on
the right side, then let the glove box hang down (see
page 20-174).
2. Remove the dust and pollen filter assembly (A) from
the blower unit.
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