Honda Accord: 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 ice.
2. Check that the hood is fully closed.
3. Check that the trunk is fully closed.
4. Visually check the tires. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to check its pressure.
5. Check that any items you may be carrying are stored properly or fastened down securely.
6. On vehicles with power adjustable seats
Check the seat adjustment
On vehicles with manual adjustable seats
Check the seat adjustment
7. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors.
8. Check the steering wheel adjustment.
9. Make sure the doors are securely closed and locked.
10. Fasten your seat belt. Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts.
11. When you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel.
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 ...
Starting the Engine
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. In cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.
3. Manual transmission:
Press the clutch pedal down all the
way. The ST ...
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Fuel Tank Draining
1. Remove the fuel tank unit (see page 11 -320).
2. Using a hand pump, a hose, and a container suitable
for fuel, draw the fuel from the fuel tank.
3. Reinstall the fuel tank unit (see page 11- ...
Emergency Towing
If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a professional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
There are two ways to tow your
...
Airbag System Components
Airbag System Components
Your airbag system includes:
Two SRS (supplemental restraint
system) front airbags. The driver’s
airbag is stored in the center of
the steering wheel; the front
...