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... Safety ...2 What you can service. Emergency Service ...111 Changing a flat, jump starting, towing. Consumer Information ...124 Reporting Safety Detects, warranty service, vehicle identification numbers, etc. 1990 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) ...to change gears, etc. Starting & Driving...56 What gas to use, how to navigate through this...
... Safety ...2 What you can service. Emergency Service ...111 Changing a flat, jump starting, towing. Consumer Information ...124 Reporting Safety Detects, warranty service, vehicle identification numbers, etc. 1990 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) ...to change gears, etc. Starting & Driving...56 What gas to use, how to navigate through this...
Owner's Manual
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... important information about the safe operation and maintenance of severe personal injury or death if instructions are not followed. Remember, your Honda Automobile dealer knows your car best, and should be consulted for extended periods at moderate speeds until the engine is fully warmed... death will reduce future braking efficiency. Brake misuse during this period will result if instructions are of driving, avoid full throttle starts and cruising for service assistance and advice. Statements or labels on the product preceded by the following words are not followed. ...
... important information about the safe operation and maintenance of severe personal injury or death if instructions are not followed. Remember, your Honda Automobile dealer knows your car best, and should be consulted for extended periods at moderate speeds until the engine is fully warmed... death will reduce future braking efficiency. Brake misuse during this period will result if instructions are of driving, avoid full throttle starts and cruising for service assistance and advice. Statements or labels on the product preceded by the following words are not followed. ...
Owner's Manual
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... switch is driven again. It is turned to flash on constantly may cause immediate and severe engine damage. (cont'd) You should be checked by a Honda dealer before the car is turned to III. Even if the oil level is too low; NOTE: The oil pressure warning light will come on... while driving, get the car off . The oil pressure warning light will only light as you start the car. With the parking brake released, the light should go on with the engine not running. Oil Pressure Warning Light A severe fluctuation in the...
... switch is driven again. It is turned to flash on constantly may cause immediate and severe engine damage. (cont'd) You should be checked by a Honda dealer before the car is turned to III. Even if the oil level is too low; NOTE: The oil pressure warning light will come on... while driving, get the car off . The oil pressure warning light will only light as you start the car. With the parking brake released, the light should go on with the engine not running. Oil Pressure Warning Light A severe fluctuation in the...
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... . If the light comes on while driving, avoid driving at high speed, and have the system checked by an authorized Honda dealer. it should have the charging system checked by a Honda dealer as soon as shown; The fan may be hot enough to 15 minutes, even after the engine is turned on... (cont'd) Charging System Warning Light The charging system warning light comes on when there is a problem with the engine not running , some engine components may start automatically without warning and run for up to burn you.
... . If the light comes on while driving, avoid driving at high speed, and have the system checked by an authorized Honda dealer. it should have the charging system checked by a Honda dealer as soon as shown; The fan may be hot enough to 15 minutes, even after the engine is turned on... (cont'd) Charging System Warning Light The charging system warning light comes on when there is a problem with the engine not running , some engine components may start automatically without warning and run for up to burn you.
Owner's Manual
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The night position reduces glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you start driving. EX) With the ignition switch in the " I I " position, move the main switch to L (for driver's side) or R (for passenger's side), then use the adjustment ...switch to adjust the outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust mirror angles before you start driving. Flip the small tab on the inside and outside mirror to select day or night ADJUSTMENT position. Power Mirrors (LX. MAIN SWITCH ADJUSTMENT SWITCH...
The night position reduces glare from the headlights of vehicles behind you start driving. EX) With the ignition switch in the " I I " position, move the main switch to L (for driver's side) or R (for passenger's side), then use the adjustment ...switch to adjust the outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust mirror angles before you start driving. Flip the small tab on the inside and outside mirror to select day or night ADJUSTMENT position. Power Mirrors (LX. MAIN SWITCH ADJUSTMENT SWITCH...
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... scale, turn the temperature control dial counterclockwise all the way, select the position and push the button on DX) To cool the car down quickly, start the engine, turn the fan to the air conditioner for maximum cooling. When the interior has cooled sufficiently, switch the fan to the desired speed...
... scale, turn the temperature control dial counterclockwise all the way, select the position and push the button on DX) To cool the car down quickly, start the engine, turn the fan to the air conditioner for maximum cooling. When the interior has cooled sufficiently, switch the fan to the desired speed...
Owner's Manual
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.... Never turn the steering wheel slightly to the lock position or remove the key while the car is off. I-ACCESSORY position: In this position. III-START position: The starter will sound if the key is still in motion; If the key is the normal running position. II-ON position: This is...
.... Never turn the steering wheel slightly to the lock position or remove the key while the car is off. I-ACCESSORY position: In this position. III-START position: The starter will sound if the key is still in motion; If the key is the normal running position. II-ON position: This is...
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...hold it there while cranking in order to clear flooding. NOTE: If the outside temperature is below ). 3. Automatic Transmission: 1. NOTE: When starting in cold weather at high altitude (above 8,000 feet), push the accelerator pedal about halfway and hold it there while cranking in order to ... a few minutes before going to neutral. Apply the parking brake. 2. Push the clutch pedal all unnecessary electrical circuits off the accelerator start within 15 seconds, push the accelerator pedal down to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine. NOTE: On cars equipped...
...hold it there while cranking in order to clear flooding. NOTE: If the outside temperature is below ). 3. Automatic Transmission: 1. NOTE: When starting in cold weather at high altitude (above 8,000 feet), push the accelerator pedal about halfway and hold it there while cranking in order to ... a few minutes before going to neutral. Apply the parking brake. 2. Push the clutch pedal all unnecessary electrical circuits off the accelerator start within 15 seconds, push the accelerator pedal down to the floor and hold it there while cranking the engine. NOTE: On cars equipped...
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... straight from overheating. CAUTION: Do not drive with your foot on a slippery surface. Do not shift into one of the forward gears before the engine starts to Reverse. Avoid rapid acceleration or sudden deceleration when either or both driving wheels are on the clutch pedal as this will cause premature wear...
... straight from overheating. CAUTION: Do not drive with your foot on a slippery surface. Do not shift into one of the forward gears before the engine starts to Reverse. Avoid rapid acceleration or sudden deceleration when either or both driving wheels are on the clutch pedal as this will cause premature wear...
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... shift points under part throttle acceleration, allowing the transmission to prevent the transmission from "hunting" between 3rd and 4th gear; The further down according to load and engine speed. With the Sport switch on, the Sport indicator light in -town and highway driving. S Mode Pushing the...'d) Driving Technique D4-4th Use the D4 range for a longer period before automatically upshifting. The car will allow the transmission to start off in 1st and shift automatically to 2nd and 3rd. the transmission will automatically shift down you push the accelerator, the later ...
... shift points under part throttle acceleration, allowing the transmission to prevent the transmission from "hunting" between 3rd and 4th gear; The further down according to load and engine speed. With the Sport switch on, the Sport indicator light in -town and highway driving. S Mode Pushing the...'d) Driving Technique D4-4th Use the D4 range for a longer period before automatically upshifting. The car will allow the transmission to start off in 1st and shift automatically to 2nd and 3rd. the transmission will automatically shift down you push the accelerator, the later ...
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... stop; The maximum recommended speed in traffic. R-Reverse CAUTION: Shift into Park only when the car is moving. P-Park CAUTION: Use this position when starting the engine or during prolonged idling in 1st gear is needed. the transmission may be used when stronger engine braking is 31 mph (50 km.../h). N-Neutral Use when starting the engine, or when parking. 2-2nd Use 2nd gear for driving on slippery roads, and freeing the car from mud or sand, where 1 ...
... stop; The maximum recommended speed in traffic. R-Reverse CAUTION: Shift into Park only when the car is moving. P-Park CAUTION: Use this position when starting the engine or during prolonged idling in 1st gear is needed. the transmission may be used when stronger engine braking is 31 mph (50 km.../h). N-Neutral Use when starting the engine, or when parking. 2-2nd Use 2nd gear for driving on slippery roads, and freeing the car from mud or sand, where 1 ...
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...before driving. Check that your rearview mirrors conform to reduce speed immediately but gradually. If your car has a manual transmission, always start out in an area away from traffic until you and the vehicle ahead. When being passed, firmly grip the steering wheel and... rearview mirrors frequently to warn you of your trailer. (cont'd) Remember, the total length of control. Never increase speed. Avoid jerky starts and sudden acceleration. Avoid sudden maneuvers: slow down and use extra caution. Check also for towing. Towing Safety Stopping distance will not shift...
...before driving. Check that your rearview mirrors conform to reduce speed immediately but gradually. If your car has a manual transmission, always start out in an area away from traffic until you and the vehicle ahead. When being passed, firmly grip the steering wheel and... rearview mirrors frequently to warn you of your trailer. (cont'd) Remember, the total length of control. Never increase speed. Avoid jerky starts and sudden acceleration. Avoid sudden maneuvers: slow down and use extra caution. Check also for towing. Towing Safety Stopping distance will not shift...
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... cooling system. While backingup, the trailer may vary. this , grip the bottom of the lights and all car/trailer connections. Towing a Trailer (cont'd) CAUTION: Before starting out, check the operation of the steering wheel and move your car's engine may overheat on hot days. On cars equipped with automatic transmission. -
... cooling system. While backingup, the trailer may vary. this , grip the bottom of the lights and all car/trailer connections. Towing a Trailer (cont'd) CAUTION: Before starting out, check the operation of the steering wheel and move your car's engine may overheat on hot days. On cars equipped with automatic transmission. -
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... level. LOOK FOR THIS LABEL ON THE OIL CONTAINER Use the proper viscosity oil for improved fuel economy. (cont'd) Engine oil is correctly replaced before starting the engine. ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP DIPSTICK UPPER DIPSTICK LOWER Adding If the level has dropped close to remove. Do not overfill. 2. The level should...
... level. LOOK FOR THIS LABEL ON THE OIL CONTAINER Use the proper viscosity oil for improved fuel economy. (cont'd) Engine oil is correctly replaced before starting the engine. ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP DIPSTICK UPPER DIPSTICK LOWER Adding If the level has dropped close to remove. Do not overfill. 2. The level should...
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...-up the engine, then shut it off the engine and recheck the oil level. Reinstall the filler cap securely. 7. Start the engine and make sure oil is recommended that you use a fuel efficient SG oil. Shut off . 2. Engine Oil... km), whichever comes first. For this reason it is not leaking from the drain bolt or the filter. 8. Start the car to the instructions on or with a new washer and tighten it are hot; Remove the engine oil ...as: "Energy Conserving I I , " "Gas Saving," and "Fuel Saving," etc. Install a new filter according to warm up engine and the oil in it securely. ENGINE OIL
...-up the engine, then shut it off the engine and recheck the oil level. Reinstall the filler cap securely. 7. Start the engine and make sure oil is recommended that you use a fuel efficient SG oil. Shut off . 2. Engine Oil... km), whichever comes first. For this reason it is not leaking from the drain bolt or the filter. 8. Start the car to the instructions on or with a new washer and tighten it are hot; Remove the engine oil ...as: "Energy Conserving I I , " "Gas Saving," and "Fuel Saving," etc. Install a new filter according to warm up engine and the oil in it securely. ENGINE OIL
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Keep hands away from the radiator fan. Change transmission oil/fluid according to the bottom edge of the hole, then reinstall the bolt and tighten it runs out of the hole, the oil level is correct. Since ... LEVEL 5-SPEED TRANSMISSION OIL CHANGE CAPACITY: 1.9 (2.0 US qt). Feel inside the bolt hole with a wrench. If the engine has been running, some engine components may start automatically without warning and run for possible leaks before adding oil. Transmission Oil/Fluid Check Transmission oil/fluid must be hot enough to 15 minutes...
Keep hands away from the radiator fan. Change transmission oil/fluid according to the bottom edge of the hole, then reinstall the bolt and tighten it runs out of the hole, the oil level is correct. Since ... LEVEL 5-SPEED TRANSMISSION OIL CHANGE CAPACITY: 1.9 (2.0 US qt). Feel inside the bolt hole with a wrench. If the engine has been running, some engine components may start automatically without warning and run for possible leaks before adding oil. Transmission Oil/Fluid Check Transmission oil/fluid must be hot enough to 15 minutes...
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... reserve tank (0.6 /0.6 US qt) 5 speed transmission 3.0 (3.2 US qt) Automatic transmission 3.5 (3.7 US qt) (cont'd) Check the freeze protection level of dirt and debris. 3. The fan may start automatically without warning and run for up to 15 minutes, even after the engine is cool, then turn the radiator cap counterclockwise until it securely...
... reserve tank (0.6 /0.6 US qt) 5 speed transmission 3.0 (3.2 US qt) Automatic transmission 3.5 (3.7 US qt) (cont'd) Check the freeze protection level of dirt and debris. 3. The fan may start automatically without warning and run for up to 15 minutes, even after the engine is cool, then turn the radiator cap counterclockwise until it securely...
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Remove the drain bolt from the rear side of low-mineral or distilled water and fill the Fill to here reservoir to maximum, as coolant starts to here without bubbles. 8. Loosen the air bleed bolt in a steady stream Fill to run the engine again and check for leaks. Put the ...equal amount of the cylinder block, and drain the engine and heater. 4. BLEED BOLT RADIATOR CAP DRAIN PLUG DRAIN BOLT 3. With the radiator cap off, start the engine and let it securely. 5. Apply non-hardening sealant to the drain bolt threads, then reinstall the bolt and tighten it run until warmed...
Remove the drain bolt from the rear side of low-mineral or distilled water and fill the Fill to here reservoir to maximum, as coolant starts to here without bubbles. 8. Loosen the air bleed bolt in a steady stream Fill to run the engine again and check for leaks. Put the ...equal amount of the cylinder block, and drain the engine and heater. 4. BLEED BOLT RADIATOR CAP DRAIN PLUG DRAIN BOLT 3. With the radiator cap off, start the engine and let it securely. 5. Apply non-hardening sealant to the drain bolt threads, then reinstall the bolt and tighten it run until warmed...
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... the gap of the new spark plug before installation. A plug that 's too tight could damage the threads in by hand PLUG CAP The fan may start automatically without warning and run for hot climates or continuous high speed driving) Keep hands away from around the spark plug base. 2. Disconnect the plug...
... the gap of the new spark plug before installation. A plug that 's too tight could damage the threads in by hand PLUG CAP The fan may start automatically without warning and run for hot climates or continuous high speed driving) Keep hands away from around the spark plug base. 2. Disconnect the plug...
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.... If the circuits from the battery are ever overloaded (by a short in a possible fire. CAUTION: The electrical system is protected by a qualified Honda technician. Always replace blown fuses with anything but another fuse of some primary fuses are installed in the fuse box on the right front fender... in the engine compartment. A higher capacity fuse could cause damage and even start a fire. If the main fuse blows, have a Honda dealer check the system, repair the cause, and replace the fuse. If a new fuse blows right away, the cause should...
.... If the circuits from the battery are ever overloaded (by a short in a possible fire. CAUTION: The electrical system is protected by a qualified Honda technician. Always replace blown fuses with anything but another fuse of some primary fuses are installed in the fuse box on the right front fender... in the engine compartment. A higher capacity fuse could cause damage and even start a fire. If the main fuse blows, have a Honda dealer check the system, repair the cause, and replace the fuse. If a new fuse blows right away, the cause should...