Honda Accord: Maintenance MinderTM
If the engine oil life is less than 15%, you will see the Maintenance Minder
messages
appear on the information display* or the multi-information display* every time
you
turn the ignition switch to ON 
.
The messages notify you when to change the
engine oil, or when to bring your vehicle to a dealer for indicated maintenance
services.
Parts and Fluids Used in MaintenanceService
The use of Honda genuine parts and fluids is recommended when maintaining and
servicing your vehicle. Honda genuine parts are manufactured according to the
same high quality standards used in Hond ...
To Use Maintenance MinderTM
• Displaying the Engine Oil Life
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON
.
2. Press the (Select/Reset) knob
repeatedly
until the engine oil life appears on the
information display.
The Maint ...
See also:
Fluid Replacement
Check the reservoir (A) at regular intervals, and add the
recommended fluid as necessary. Always use Honda
Power Steering Fluid. Using any other type of power
steering fluid or automatic transmissi ...
Outside Temperature Indicator
If equipped
This indicator displays the outside
temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.
models) or Celsius (Canadian
models). To see the outside
temperature, press and release the
select/reset knob ...
Block and Piston inspection
1. Remove the crankshaft and the pistons (see page
7-14).
2. Check the piston for distortion or cracks.
3. Measure the piston diameter at a point 13 mm (0.5 in)
from the bottom of the skirt. T ...