Honda Accord: Maintenance
This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle well maintained and how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions.
This section also includes instructions on how to read the Maintenance Minder messages on the information display, and instructions for simple maintenance tasks you may want to take care of yourself.
If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on your vehicle, you may want to purchase the service manual. See information on how to obtain a copy, or see your dealer.
U.S. Vehicles:
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individual using parts that are ‘‘certified’’ to EPA standards.
- Maintenance Safety
- Maintenance Minder
- Fluid Locations
- Adding Engine Oil
- Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
- Engine Coolant
- Windshield Washers
- Transmission Fluid
- Brake and Clutch Fluid
- Power Steering Fluid
- Timing Belt
- Lights
- Cleaning the Seat Belts
- Floor Mats
- Dust and Pollen Filter
- Wiper Blades
- Tires
- Checking the Battery
- Vehicle Storage
- Interior Care
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be
towed behind a motor home. If your
vehicle needs to be towed in an
emergency. ...
Maintenance Safety
All service items not detailed in this
section should be performed by a
certified technician or qualified
mechanic.
Important Safety Precautions
To eliminate potential hazards, read
the inst ...
See also:
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*
Alerts you when the system detects a possibility of your vehicle
unintentionally
crossing over left or right side lane markings.
• How the System Works
If your vehicle is getting too close t ...
Brake Pedal Replacement
1. Disconnect the brake pedal position switch
connector ( A ) .
2. Remove the lock pin (B) and the clevis pin (C).
3. Remove the brake pedal support member (D).
4. Remove the brake pedal bra ...
Switch Test/Replacement
1. Separate the lumbar support switch cover (A) from
the switch (B).
2. Disconnect the 5P connector (C) from the switch.
3. Check for continuity between the terminals in each
switch position a ...