Honda Accord: Break-in Period
Help assure your vehicle’s future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to how you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km).
During this period:
Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time.
Do not tow a trailer.
You should also follow these recommendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced.
Before Driving
Before you begin driving your
vehicle, you should know what
gasoline to use and how to check the
levels of important fluids. You also
need to know how to properly store
luggage or packages. ...
Fuel Recommendation
Your vehicle is designed to operate
on unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane number of 87 or higher. Use
of a lower octane gasoline can cause
a persistent, heavy metallic rapping
noise that c ...
See also:
A/C Compressor Clutch Check
1. Check the pressure plate for discoloration, peeling, or
other damage. If there is damage, replace the clutch
set (see page 21-75).
2. Check the pulley bearing play and drag by rotating the
pu ...
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the
battery.
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always confi ...
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC(Electronic Stability Control), System
VSA® helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns
more or less
than what was intended. It also assists in maintaining traction on slippery
surfaces.
It does so by reg ...