Honda Accord: Engine Oil Additives
Eighth generation (2008–2012) / Honda Accord 2008-2012 Owner's Manual / Maintenance / Adding Engine Oil / Engine Oil Additives
Your vehicle does not require any oil additives. Additives may adversely affect the engine or transmission performance and durability.
Synthetic Oil
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given for a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certification Seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
follow t ...
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
Always change the oil and filter
according to the maintenance
messages shown on the information
display. The oil and filter collect
contaminants that can damage your
engine if they are not r ...
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EVAP Canister Vent Shut Valve
Replacement
1 o Disconnect the EVAP canister vent shut valve 2P
connector (A).
2. Remove the cap (B).
3. Remove the EVAP canister vent shut valve (C).
4. Install the parts in the reverse order of remova ...
Steering Lock Replacement
1. Remove the steering column (see page 17-10).
2. Center-punch both of the two shear bolts, and drill
their heads off with a 5 mm (0.20 in) drill bit. Be careful
not to damage the steering lock ...
Special Tools
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