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:
Oil Pressure Test
NOTE: If the low oil pressure warning indicator stays on
with the engine running, check the engine oil level. If the
oil level is correct, do the following test.
1. With the engine stopped, remov ...
Cable Reel Replacement
Removal
1. Make sure t h e f r o n t w h e e l s are a l i g n e d straight
ahead.
2. Do t h e b a t t e r y t e r m i n a l d i s c o n n e c t i o n procedure
(see
page 22-91), t h e n w a i ...
Horn Test/Replacement
1. Remove the grille cover;
•2-door (see page 20-274)
• 4-door (see page 20-274)
2. Disconnect the 1P connector (A) from each horn (B).
3. Test the horn by momentarily connecting L _.t ...