Honda Accord: Preparing to Drive
You should do the following checks and adjustments before you drive your vehicle.
1. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Remove frost, snow, or ice.
2. Check that the hood is fully closed.
3. Check that the trunk is fully closed.
4. Visually check the tires. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to check its pressure.
5. Check that any items you may be carrying are stored properly or fastened down securely.
6. On vehicles with power adjustable seats
Check the seat adjustment
On vehicles with manual adjustable seats
Check the seat adjustment
7. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors.
8. Check the steering wheel adjustment.
9. Make sure the doors are securely closed and locked.
10. Fasten your seat belt. Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts.
11. When you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel.
Driving
This section gives you tips on
starting the engine under various
conditions, and how to operate the
manual and automatic transmissions.
It also includes important
information on parking your ...
Starting the Engine
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. In cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.
3. Manual transmission:
Press the clutch pedal down all the
way. The ST ...
See also:
Audio System Lighting
You can use the instrument panel
brightness control knob to adjust the
illumination of the audio system. The audio system
illuminates when the parking lights
are on, even if the radio is turne ...
Wiper Blade Replacement
Removal
1. Lift the wiper arms off the windshield.
2. Pull up and hold the tab (A), and slide the wiper blade
assembly (B) toward the tabs until it releases from the
wiper arm (C).
NOTE: The ...
Rear Seat Armrest Beverage Holder
Replacement
Special Tools Required
KTC Trim Tool Set SOJATP2014*
* Available through the Honda Tool and
Equipment
Program; call 888-424-6857
4-door
NOTE:
- Take care not to tear or damage the seat covers. ...