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
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Clutch Inspection
1. Inspect the 4th and 5th clutch pistons and the clutch
piston check valves (A).
2. If the clutch piston check valve is loose or damaged,
replace the clutch piston.
3. Check the spring retain ...
Interior Lights/Interior ConvenienceItems
• Interior Light Switches
• ON
The interior lights come on regardless of
whether the doors are open or closed.
• Door activated
The interior lights come on in the following
situations: ...
CMP Pulse Plate B Replacement
1. Remove the cylinder head cover (see page 6-73).
2. Remove camshaft position (CMP) sensor B (see page
11-198).
3. Hold the camshaft with an open-end wrench, then
loosen the bolt.
4. Remov ...