Honda Accord: Recommended Engine Oil
Oil is a major contributor to your engine's performance and longevity. If you drive the vehicle with insufficient or deteriorated oil, the engine may fail or be damaged.
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements.
Use a Genuine Honda Motor Oil or another commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for the ambient temperature as shown.
Engine Oil Additives
Your vehicle does not require oil additives. In fact, they may adversely affect the engine performance and durability.
• Synthetic oil
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal and is the specified viscosity grade.
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
- The hood will pop up slightly.
3. ...
Oil Check
We recommend that you check the engine oil level every time you refuel.
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Wait approximately three minutes after turning the engine off before you
check
the oil ...
See also:
Airbag System Indicators
If a problem occurs in the airbag system, the SRS indicator will come on and
a
message appears on the multi-information display*.
• SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Indicator
• When the i ...
Change Lever Clearance Inspection
1. Measure the clearance between the change lever (A)
and the select lever (B) with a feeler gauge (C). If the
clearance exceeds the service limit, go to step 2.
Standard: 0.05-”0.25 mm (0.002 ...
Gearshift Mechanism Replacement
NOTE: Make sure not to get any silicone grease on the terminal part of the
connectors and switches, especially if you
have silicone grease on your hands or gloves.
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