Honda Accord: Taking Care of the Unexpected
This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. It gives you information about how to safely evaluate the problem and what to do to correct it. If the problem has stranded you on the side of the road, you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle towed.
- Compact Spare Tire
- Changing a Flat Tire
- If the EngineWon’t Start
- Jump Starting
- If the Engine Overheats
- Low Oil Pressure Indicator
- Charging System Indicator
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp
- Brake System Indicator
- Fuses
- Fuse Locations
- Emergency Towing
Interior Care
Leather
EX-L and all V6 models
Vacuum dirt and dust from the
leather frequently. Pay close
attention to the pleats and seams.
Clean the leather with a soft cloth
dampened with a 90% water and ...
Compact Spare Tire
Use the compact spare tire as a
temporary replacement only. Get
your regular tire repaired or replaced,
and put it back on your vehicle as
soon as you can.
Check the air pressure of the
com ...
See also:
Recirculation Control Motor Circuit
Troubleshooting
908-09 models 4-door with A/T and '10 model
with AT
1. Check the No. 16 (7.5 A) fuse in the driver's
under-dash fuse/ relay box.
Is the fuse OK?
YES-Go to step 2.
NO-Replace the fuse, and re ...
Emergency Trunk Opener
The trunk release lever allows you to open the
trunk from inside for your safety.
Slide the release lever in the direction of the
arrow.
Parents should decide if their children should be
sho ...
HVAC Control Power and Ground
Circuit Troubleshooting
1. Check the No. 16 (7.5 A) fuse in the driver's
under-dash fuse/ relay box.
Is the fuse OK?
YES-Go to step 2.
NO-Replace the fuse, and recheck. If the fuse blows
again, check for a short in ...