Owner's Manual
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... you need when you need to take your vehicle. Technical Information ...293 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Maintenance ...191 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you pull up to the dealer. For a printed owner's manual, click on cleaning and protecting your vehicle...to www.helminc.com. Appearance Care...259 Tips on authorized manuals or go to break-in your vehicle ever needs body repairs. 1998 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to start the engine, shift the transmission, and...
... you need when you need to take your vehicle. Technical Information ...293 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Maintenance ...191 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you pull up to the dealer. For a printed owner's manual, click on cleaning and protecting your vehicle...to www.helminc.com. Appearance Care...259 Tips on authorized manuals or go to break-in your vehicle ever needs body repairs. 1998 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to start the engine, shift the transmission, and...
Owner's Manual
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...first 6,000 miles (9,600 km) after completing the scheduled maintenance. Instruments and Controls w Press and hold the select/reset button in for two seconds when you that it will remain on for scheduled maintenance. Refer to take your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as a constant reminder. 3.... Turn off the engine. 2. Hold the button for ten seconds. MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR This indicator reminds you turn the ...
...first 6,000 miles (9,600 km) after completing the scheduled maintenance. Instruments and Controls w Press and hold the select/reset button in for two seconds when you that it will remain on for scheduled maintenance. Refer to take your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as a constant reminder. 3.... Turn off the engine. 2. Hold the button for ten seconds. MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR This indicator reminds you turn the ...
Owner's Manual
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... cornering, and hard braking use . You can improve fuel economy by letting it in the highest gear that allows the engine to the maintenance schedule. Use the flow-through ventilation when the outside . This will warm up , your vehicle uses extra fuel. v Main Menu Table of...The condition of your vehicle and your driving habits are the two most important things that maintenance is the Owner Maintenance Checks (see page 203 ). Vehicle Condition Always maintain your vehicle according to run and accelerate smoothly. An important part of that affect the fuel mileage you...
... cornering, and hard braking use . You can improve fuel economy by letting it in the highest gear that allows the engine to the maintenance schedule. Use the flow-through ventilation when the outside . This will warm up , your vehicle uses extra fuel. v Main Menu Table of...The condition of your vehicle and your driving habits are the two most important things that maintenance is the Owner Maintenance Checks (see page 203 ). Vehicle Condition Always maintain your vehicle according to run and accelerate smoothly. An important part of that affect the fuel mileage you...
Owner's Manual
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... the engine to cool. The trailer tracks a smaller arc than the vehicle and can hit or run over . You should have your vehicle serviced according to the "Maintenance Schedule under severe driving conditions" on your vehicle. Help keep a constant speed and steer straight ahead. Driving w This extra load is on). If this does...
... the engine to cool. The trailer tracks a smaller arc than the vehicle and can hit or run over . You should have your vehicle serviced according to the "Maintenance Schedule under severe driving conditions" on your vehicle. Help keep a constant speed and steer straight ahead. Driving w This extra load is on). If this does...
Owner's Manual
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...Honda dealer. If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to obtain a copy, or see your vehicle well maintained and to take care of yourself. Maintenance Safety...192 Important Safety Precautions.. 193 Maintenance Schedule...194 Maintenance Record...201 Owner Maintenance... Lights...245 Replacing Bulbs...249 Storing Your Vehicle...258 Maintenance w This section also includes Maintenance Schedules for normal driving and severe driving conditions, a Maintenance Record, and instructions for information on your Honda, you may want to follow basic...
...Honda dealer. If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to obtain a copy, or see your vehicle well maintained and to take care of yourself. Maintenance Safety...192 Important Safety Precautions.. 193 Maintenance Schedule...194 Maintenance Record...201 Owner Maintenance... Lights...245 Replacing Bulbs...249 Storing Your Vehicle...258 Maintenance w This section also includes Maintenance Schedules for normal driving and severe driving conditions, a Maintenance Record, and instructions for information on your Honda, you may want to follow basic...
Owner's Manual
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... on the engine, brakes, and many other parts of your vehicle according to Follow: Service your vehicle. Drive your vehicle regularly over a distance of several miles (kilometers). The load limit is essential that page. v Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies how often you will use unleaded gasoline with the proper...
... on the engine, brakes, and many other parts of your vehicle according to Follow: Service your vehicle. Drive your vehicle regularly over a distance of several miles (kilometers). The load limit is essential that page. v Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies how often you will use unleaded gasoline with the proper...
Owner's Manual
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...According to state and federal regulations, failure to EPA standards. We recommend the use of Genuine Honda parts and fluids whenever you can provide competent, efficient service. U.S. w However, service at the recommended time or mileage period to ensure long-term reliability. Vehicles: Maintenance...type of automotive service. These are "certified" to perform maintenance on the items marked with # will not void your emissions warranties. v Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule Your authorized Honda dealer knows your vehicle best and can be confident of ...
...According to state and federal regulations, failure to EPA standards. We recommend the use of Genuine Honda parts and fluids whenever you can provide competent, efficient service. U.S. w However, service at the recommended time or mileage period to ensure long-term reliability. Vehicles: Maintenance...type of automotive service. These are "certified" to perform maintenance on the items marked with # will not void your emissions warranties. v Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule Your authorized Honda dealer knows your vehicle best and can be confident of ...
Owner's Manual
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v Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule (Normal Conditions) Follow the Normal Maintenance Schedule if the severe driving conditions specified in the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule do not apply. Maintenance w NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY drive under a "severe" condition, you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule. * 1 : Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only.
v Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule (Normal Conditions) Follow the Normal Maintenance Schedule if the severe driving conditions specified in the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule do not apply. Maintenance w NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY drive under a "severe" condition, you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule. * 1 : Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only.
Owner's Manual
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... determine need for each distance/time interval. Canadian owners: Follow the schedule for Severe Conditions. # * * : See maintenance and emissions warranty info, last column, page 195. 1 : See Timing Belt on the next page do not apply. v page 242 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions (listed by distance/time) Service at the...
... determine need for each distance/time interval. Canadian owners: Follow the schedule for Severe Conditions. # * * : See maintenance and emissions warranty info, last column, page 195. 1 : See Timing Belt on the next page do not apply. v page 242 Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions (listed by distance/time) Service at the...
Owner's Manual
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Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-iced roads. For Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. * 1 : Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only. *2: Refer to page 238 for replacement information under special driving conditions. *3: Refer to page 237 ... stop-and-go driving. w Trailer towing, or driving in hot [over 90°F (32° C)] conditions. Driving in mountainous conditions. v Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule (Severe Conditions) Follow the Severe Maintenance Schedule if you drive your vehicle MAINLY under special driving...
Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-iced roads. For Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. * 1 : Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only. *2: Refer to page 238 for replacement information under special driving conditions. *3: Refer to page 237 ... stop-and-go driving. w Trailer towing, or driving in hot [over 90°F (32° C)] conditions. Driving in mountainous conditions. v Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule (Severe Conditions) Follow the Severe Maintenance Schedule if you drive your vehicle MAINLY under special driving...
Owner's Manual
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Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. v page 242 Main Menu Table of the following Severe Conditions, or normally driven in Canada; CONTINUED Maintenance w Do the items in A, B, C, D as required for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time) Use this schedule if your vehicle is MAINLY driven in any of Contents Maintenance Schedule for each distance/time. otherwise use the Normal Schedule.
Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. v page 242 Main Menu Table of the following Severe Conditions, or normally driven in Canada; CONTINUED Maintenance w Do the items in A, B, C, D as required for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time) Use this schedule if your vehicle is MAINLY driven in any of Contents Maintenance Schedule for each distance/time. otherwise use the Normal Schedule.
Owner's Manual
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v Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time) # : See maintenance and emissions warranty info, last column, page 195. 1 : See Timing Belt on page 238 to determine need for replacement. 2 : See Air Conditioning Filter on page 237 for information under special conditions. 3 : Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only. * * * Maintenance w
v Main Menu Table of Contents Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time) # : See maintenance and emissions warranty info, last column, page 195. 1 : See Timing Belt on page 238 to determine need for replacement. 2 : See Air Conditioning Filter on page 237 for information under special conditions. 3 : Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only. * * * Maintenance w
Owner's Manual
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...oil with a viscosity of operating your Honda. It only increases the cost of 5W-30 is preferred for improved fuel economy and year-round protection in the maintenance schedule. The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damage your vehicle according to the time and distance (miles/... increase your area never goes below 20°F( - 7°C). The vehicle should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic. 1. You may use a 10W-30 oil if the temperature in the maintenance schedule. Synthetic Oil You may use a synthetic motor oil if it off. energy conserving, a...
...oil with a viscosity of operating your Honda. It only increases the cost of 5W-30 is preferred for improved fuel economy and year-round protection in the maintenance schedule. The oil and filter collect contaminants that can damage your vehicle according to the time and distance (miles/... increase your area never goes below 20°F( - 7°C). The vehicle should have this maintenance done by a skilled mechanic. 1. You may use a 10W-30 oil if the temperature in the maintenance schedule. Synthetic Oil You may use a synthetic motor oil if it off. energy conserving, a...
Owner's Manual
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... the tools and knowledge, you should be compatible with new coolant according to halfway between the MAX and M I N marks. Fill it fully. 6. Tighten it to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to the ...underside of the vehicle. Put the radiator cap back on the reserve tank. Only use Genuine Honda antifreeze/coolant. Draining the coolant requires access to ...
... the tools and knowledge, you should be compatible with new coolant according to halfway between the MAX and M I N marks. Fill it fully. 6. Tighten it to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to the ...underside of the vehicle. Put the radiator cap back on the reserve tank. Only use Genuine Honda antifreeze/coolant. Draining the coolant requires access to ...
Owner's Manual
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... as soon as shown in the maintenance schedule. It should be between the upper and lower marks. However, continued use Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF). Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) from the transmission and wipe it is not available, you may use a ...recommendations in the illustration. 4. Park the vehicle on level ground. w If the level is convenient. 6. DIPSTICK Check the fluid level with new fluid according to bring it is below the lower mark, add fluid into the transmission securely as a temporary replacement. Shut off the engine. 2.
... as soon as shown in the maintenance schedule. It should be between the upper and lower marks. However, continued use Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF). Remove the dipstick (yellow loop) from the transmission and wipe it is not available, you may use a ...recommendations in the illustration. 4. Park the vehicle on level ground. w If the level is convenient. 6. DIPSTICK Check the fluid level with new fluid according to bring it is below the lower mark, add fluid into the transmission securely as a temporary replacement. Shut off the engine. 2.
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... Transmission Fluid (ATF). The transmission should be drained and refilled with Honda ATF as soon as a temporary replacement. Remove the dipstick (yellow ...shown in the illustration. If it to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Park the vehicle on level ground. It should be between the upper and lower marks. DIPSTICK ...Check the fluid level with a clean cloth. 3. Maintenance w Always use can affect shift quality. Have the transmission drained and refilled with new fluid according to the upper mark. Insert the dipstick all the ...
... Transmission Fluid (ATF). The transmission should be drained and refilled with Honda ATF as soon as a temporary replacement. Remove the dipstick (yellow ...shown in the illustration. If it to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Park the vehicle on level ground. It should be between the upper and lower marks. DIPSTICK ...Check the fluid level with a clean cloth. 3. Maintenance w Always use can affect shift quality. Have the transmission drained and refilled with new fluid according to the upper mark. Insert the dipstick all the ...
Owner's Manual
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... of Contents Transmission Fluid 5-speed Manual Transmission Correct level FILLER BOLT If Honda MTF is not available, you may be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. If it is not, add Genuine Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it securely. Reinstall the filler bolt...
... of Contents Transmission Fluid 5-speed Manual Transmission Correct level FILLER BOLT If Honda MTF is not available, you may be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. If it is not, add Genuine Honda Manual Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it securely. Reinstall the filler bolt...
Owner's Manual
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...distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. If the level is not available, you should be between the M I N mark, your vehicle's braking system and can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system. Maintenance w Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with Honda DOT 3 brake ...fluid as soon as a temporary replacement. Brake System MAX 4-cylinder models MIN The fluid level should be replaced according to two reservoirs, depending on the ...
...distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. If the level is not available, you should be between the M I N mark, your vehicle's braking system and can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system. Maintenance w Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with Honda DOT 3 brake ...fluid as soon as a temporary replacement. Brake System MAX 4-cylinder models MIN The fluid level should be replaced according to two reservoirs, depending on the ...
Owner's Manual
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Air Cleaner Element The air cleaner element should be cleaned or replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the opposite direction to compressed air (such as an emergency replacement. Follow the replacement procedure for ...system inspected as soon as possible. If you may use another power steering fluid as a service station), ask your Honda dealer to full left or right lock and holding it in the maintenance schedule. Maintenance w Cleaning (Severe Conditions) Clean the air cleaner element by blowing compressed air through it there can indicate a leak...
Air Cleaner Element The air cleaner element should be cleaned or replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the opposite direction to compressed air (such as an emergency replacement. Follow the replacement procedure for ...system inspected as soon as possible. If you may use another power steering fluid as a service station), ask your Honda dealer to full left or right lock and holding it in the maintenance schedule. Maintenance w Cleaning (Severe Conditions) Clean the air cleaner element by blowing compressed air through it there can indicate a leak...
Owner's Manual
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Remove the spark plug cap by hand so you do not crossthread it. Put the new spark plug into the hole. v SPARK PLUG CAP Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs (4 Cylinder Models) The spark plugs in your vehicle should be replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in by pulling it into the socket; Remove the spark plug with a five-eighths inch (16 mm) spark plug socket. 4. then screw it straight out. 3. CONTINUED w Screw it in the maintenance schedule. Clean up any dirt and oil around the spark plug caps. 2. Replacement 1.
Remove the spark plug cap by hand so you do not crossthread it. Put the new spark plug into the hole. v SPARK PLUG CAP Maintenance Main Menu Table of Contents Spark Plugs (4 Cylinder Models) The spark plugs in your vehicle should be replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in by pulling it into the socket; Remove the spark plug with a five-eighths inch (16 mm) spark plug socket. 4. then screw it straight out. 3. CONTINUED w Screw it in the maintenance schedule. Clean up any dirt and oil around the spark plug caps. 2. Replacement 1.