Honda Accord: Recommended Engine Oil
Oil is a major contributor to your engine’s performance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal. This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving, and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s latest requirements.
Honda Motor Oil is the preferred 0W-20 lubricant for your vehicle. It is highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for optimum engine protection. Make sure the API Certification Seal says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines’’.
The oil viscosity or weight is provided on the container’s label.
0W-20 oil is formulated for yearround protection of your vehicle to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy.
Adding Engine Oil
Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spills immediately. Spilled oil could
damage ...
Synthetic Oil
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given for a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certification Seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
follow t ...
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Windshield Wipers andWashers
Windshield Wipers
1. MIST
2. OFF
3. INT - Intermittent
4. LO - Low speed
5. HI - High speed
6. Windshield washers
Push the right lever up or down to
select a position.
MIST - The wipe ...
Carrier Bearing Replacement
Special Tools Required
Driver Handle, 40 mm I.D. 07746-0030100
1. Check the carrier bearings for wear and rough
rotation. If they rotate smoothly and their rollers show
no signs of wear, the beari ...
Display Setup
You can change the brightness or color theme of the audio/information screen.
• Changing the Screen Brightness
1. Press and hold the DISP button to go to the
Settings screen.
2. Rotate to s ...