Honda Accord: Eighth generation (2008–2012)
The North American version of the Accord has a different body from its Japanese counterpart. This shape is sold as the Honda Inspire in Japan, and is not sold in Europe. It was discontinued in Japan in September 2012. Larger than the previous model, the sedan is now classified as a full-size car by EPA standards. A coupe version is available, as well as a Crosstour fastback model, which was introduced in the US for the 2010 model year.
- Honda Accord 2008-2012 Owner's Manual
- Introduction
- A FewWordsAbout Safety
- Overview of Contents
- Your Vehicle at a Glance
- Driver and Passenger Safety
- Instruments and Controls
- Features
- Before Driving
- Driving
- Maintenance
- Taking Care of the Unexpected
- Technical Information
- Warranty and Customer Relations
- Honda Accord MK8 2008-2012 Service Manual
- Introduction
- Supplemental restraint system (SRS)
- General Information
- Specifications
- Maintenance
- Engine Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Fuel and Emissions
- Transaxle
- Transaxle
- Transaxle
- Introduction
- Supplemental restraint system (SRS) (if steering maintenance is required)
- Steering
- Suspension
- Brakes
- Body
- Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
- Body Electrical
- Audio, Navigation, and Telematics
- Restraints
Seventh generation (2003–2007)
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Ninth generation (2013–2026)
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Navigation Unit
Removal/Installation
NOTE:
• Before you replace the navigation unit, back-up the
customer data using system diagnostic mode Save
Users Memory under the Functional Set up (see page
23-186).
• Ifthe navigat ...
Connecting Rod and Crankshaft End Play Inspection
1. Remove the oil pump (see page 8-16).
2. Remove the baffle plate (see step 8 on page 7-14).
3. Measure the connecting rod end play with a feeler
gauge between the connecting rod and the
cran ...
Types of Airbags
Your vehicle is equipped with three types of airbags:
• Front airbags: Airbags in front of the driver's and front
passenger's seats.
• Side airbags: Airbags in the driver's and front passenge ...