Honda Accord: Before Driving
Before you begin driving your vehicle, you should know what gasoline to use and how to check the levels of important fluids. You also need to know how to properly store luggage or packages. The information in this section will help you. If you plan to add any accessories to your vehicle, please read the information in this section first.
- Break-in Period
- Fuel Recommendation
- Refueling
- Check Fuel Cap Message
- Opening and Closing the Hood
- Oil Check
- Engine Coolant Check
- Fuel Economy
- Accessories and Modifications
- Carrying Cargo
System Setup
This command group allows you to
change or customize HFL basic
settings.
To set a 4-digit passcode to lock the
HFL system for security purposes:
Press and release the HFL Talk
button before ...
Break-in Period
Help assure your vehicle’s future
reliability and performance by paying
extra attention to how you drive
during the first 600 miles (1,000 km).
During this period:
Avoid full-throttle starts ...
See also:
Outside Air Temperature Sensor Test
1 Remove the outside air temperature sensor (see page
22-353).
2. Dip the sensor in ice water, and measure the
resistance. Then pour warm water on the sensor, and
check for a change in resistanc ...
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON
.
• MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
• Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Chan ...
Using the Trunk Opener
Pulling the trunk release to the lower left of
the driver's seat unlocks and opens the trunk.
• Locking the trunk opener
You can lock the trunk release with the master
key* or the built-in ...