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 ...
See also:
Drive Belt Inspection
1. Inspect the belt for cracks or damage. If the belt is
cracked or damaged, replace it (see page 4-30).
2. Check the position of the auto-tensioner indicator's
pointer (A) is within the standard ...
Daytime Running Lights
The high beam headlights come on slightly dimmer than normal when the
following
conditions have been met:
The parking/daytime running lights come on when the following conditions have
been ...
General Troubleshooting Information
Intermittent Failures
The term Intermittent failure means a system may have
had a failure, but it checks OK now. If the malfunction
indicator lamp (MIL) on the dash does not come on,
check for poo ...