Honda Accord: Owner’s Maintenance Checks
You should check the following items at the specified intervals. If you are unsure of how to perform any check, turn to the appropriate page listed.
Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank.
Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank.
Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly.
Brakes Check the fluid level monthly.
Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects.
Lights Check the operation of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly.

* 1 : If themessage ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information onmaintenance and emissions warranty in the center column.
NOTE: Independent of theMaintenanceMinder information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
Inspect idle speed every 160,000miles (256,000 km).
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.

Important Maintenance Precautions
If you have the required service
done but do not reset the display, or
reset the display without doing the
service, the system will not show the
correct maintenance intervals. This
can lead ...
Fluid Locations
4-cylinder models
V6 models ...
See also:
Brake Pedal Position Switch Test
1. Disconnect the 4P connector (A) from the brake pedal
position switch (B).
2. Check for continuity between terminals No. 1 and No.
2.
• There should be continuity when the brake pedal ...
Steering Gearbox Removal
Special Tools Required
-Engine Hanger Adapter VSB02C000015*
•Engine Support Hanger, A and Reds
AAR-T1256*
-Ball Joint Remover, 28 mm 07MAC-SL0A202
-Ball Joint Thread Protector, 12 mm
07AA ...
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 ...