Honda Accord: Driving
This section gives you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the manual and automatic transmissions.
It also includes important information on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA ) system, the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), and facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer.
- Preparing to Drive
- Starting the Engine
- Manual Transmission
- Automatic Transmission
- Driving with the Paddle Shifters (Automatic Transmission Only)
- Parking
- Braking System
- Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
- Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Towing a Trailer
Cargo Net
Optional
The cargo net can be used to help
hold down items stored in the trunk. ...
Preparing to Drive
You should do the following checks
and adjustments before you drive
your vehicle.
1. Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow,
or ic ...
See also:
Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of
the vehicle, all occupants, all
accessories, all cargo, and the
tongue load is:
U.S. models
LX:
4,299 lbs (1,950 kg)
EX and EX-L:
4,409 lbs (2,000 kg)
V6 mo ...
Cleaning the Seat Belts
If your seat belts get dirty, use a soft
brush with a mixture of mild soap
and warm water to clean them. Do
not use bleach, dye, or cleaning
solvents. Let the belts air dry before
you use ...
Oil Pan Installation
1. Remove all of the old liquid gasket from the oil pan
mating surfaces, the bolts, and the bolt holes.
2. Clean and dry the oil pan mating surfaces.
3. Apply liquid gasket, P/N 08717-0004,0871 ...