Owner's Manual
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Have the exhaust system inspected for an oil change in the sound of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in a collision that expose you to a comfortable setting. The vehicle was in enclosed areas, such ... open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system/ climate control system as follows: 1. Select the fresh air mode. 2. Driver and Passenger Safety 2012 Accord Sedan 53 With the trunk open, airflow can cause unconsciousness and even kill you must sit in an unconfined area, adjust the heating and cooling...
Have the exhaust system inspected for an oil change in the sound of carbon monoxide can collect rapidly in a collision that expose you to a comfortable setting. The vehicle was in enclosed areas, such ... open all the windows and set the heating and cooling system/ climate control system as follows: 1. Select the fresh air mode. 2. Driver and Passenger Safety 2012 Accord Sedan 53 With the trunk open, airflow can cause unconsciousness and even kill you must sit in an unconfined area, adjust the heating and cooling...
Owner's Manual
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Instrument Panel DOOR AND TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR (P.62) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P.64) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.58, 397) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.58, 397) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.64) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.58, 398) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.61) TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR (P.61... (ABS) INDICATOR (P.60) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.63) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.59) U.S. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. : If equipped 2012 Accord Sedan 57 instrument panel is shown.
Instrument Panel DOOR AND TRUNK OPEN INDICATOR (P.62) MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR (P.64) SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.63) CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.58, 397) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.58, 397) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.64) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.58, 398) LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.61) TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR (P.61... (ABS) INDICATOR (P.60) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.63) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.59) U.S. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. : If equipped 2012 Accord Sedan 57 instrument panel is shown.
Owner's Manual
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...important information about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is running . If your seat belt, the beeper sounds and the indicator flashes. Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator comes on when the engine is running , the battery is not being charged.... the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals. For more information, see page 397 . Instruments and Controls 58 2012 Accord Sedan A beeper also sounds if you and your seat belts. Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many indicators to the ON (II)...
...important information about 6 seconds after the ignition switch is running . If your seat belt, the beeper sounds and the indicator flashes. Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this indicator comes on when the engine is running , the battery is not being charged.... the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals. For more information, see page 397 . Instruments and Controls 58 2012 Accord Sedan A beeper also sounds if you and your seat belts. Instrument Panel Indicators The instrument panel has many indicators to the ON (II)...
Owner's Manual
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... TEMPERATURE INDICATOR Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your last selection is illegal under U.S. It is displayed. 66 2012 Accord Sedan Information Display The information display shows the odometer, trip meter, engine oil life, outside temperature indicator is shown. federal law and Canadian provincial/ territorial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the...
... TEMPERATURE INDICATOR Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your last selection is illegal under U.S. It is displayed. 66 2012 Accord Sedan Information Display The information display shows the odometer, trip meter, engine oil life, outside temperature indicator is shown. federal law and Canadian provincial/ territorial regulations to disconnect, reset, or alter the...
Owner's Manual
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...the side of the engine's coolant. If it reaches the red (hot) mark, pull safely to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter. 68 2012 Accord Sedan Maintenance MinderTM The information display in the ON (II) position. Running out of the periodic maintenance your fuel fill cap is in the ...instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is loose or missing, a ''CHECK FUEL CAP'' message appears on checking the engine cooling...
...the side of the engine's coolant. If it reaches the red (hot) mark, pull safely to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter. 68 2012 Accord Sedan Maintenance MinderTM The information display in the ON (II) position. Running out of the periodic maintenance your fuel fill cap is in the ...instrument panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is loose or missing, a ''CHECK FUEL CAP'' message appears on checking the engine cooling...
Owner's Manual
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... information in Period ...288 Fuel Recommendation ...288 Service Station Procedures ...290 Refueling...290 Check Fuel Cap Message ...291 Opening and Closing the Hood ...293 Oil Check ...295 Engine Coolant Check ...296 Fuel Economy ...297 Accessories and Modifications ...300 Carrying Cargo ...302 Before Driving 2012 Accord Sedan 287 The information in this section first.
... information in Period ...288 Fuel Recommendation ...288 Service Station Procedures ...290 Refueling...290 Check Fuel Cap Message ...291 Opening and Closing the Hood ...293 Oil Check ...295 Engine Coolant Check ...296 Fuel Economy ...297 Accessories and Modifications ...300 Carrying Cargo ...302 Before Driving 2012 Accord Sedan 287 The information in this section first.
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... a persistent, heavy, metallic rapping noise that can lead to a lower gear. Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. On models with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced. 288 2012 Accord Sedan Use of 87 or higher. Do not tow a trailer. To stop this period: Avoid...
... a persistent, heavy, metallic rapping noise that can lead to a lower gear. Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. On models with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced. 288 2012 Accord Sedan Use of 87 or higher. Do not tow a trailer. To stop this period: Avoid...
Owner's Manual
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... should be between the upper and lower marks. CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 295 Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. Remove the dipstick (orange handle/loop). 2. Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole. 4. Service Station Procedures Oil Check UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Before Driving 4-cylinder models DIPSTICK (orange handle...
... should be between the upper and lower marks. CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 295 Remove the dipstick again, and check the level. Remove the dipstick (orange handle/loop). 2. Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole. 4. Service Station Procedures Oil Check UPPER MARK LOWER MARK Before Driving 4-cylinder models DIPSTICK (orange handle...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle clean In particular, a build-up of snow or mud on your vehicle It puts a heavier load on the 298 2012 Accord Sedan Drive Efficiently Rapid Drive moderately acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. Trailers, car top carriers, roof racks...braking) Excessive idling, accelerating and braking in your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance. For example: Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on fuel economy at speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h). Maintain proper tire ...
... vehicle clean In particular, a build-up of snow or mud on your vehicle It puts a heavier load on the 298 2012 Accord Sedan Drive Efficiently Rapid Drive moderately acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. Trailers, car top carriers, roof racks...braking) Excessive idling, accelerating and braking in your vehicle's underside adds weight and rolling resistance. For example: Use the recommended viscosity motor oil, displaying the API Certification Seal (see Owner's Maintenance Checks on fuel economy at speeds above 45 mph (75 km/h). Maintain proper tire ...
Owner's Manual
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...using parts that are ''certified'' to purchase the service manual. Maintenance Safety ...334 Maintenance MinderTM...335 Fluid Locations...342 Adding Engine Oil ...344 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...346 Engine Coolant ...348 Windshield Washers ...350 Transmission Fluid ...351 Automatic Transmission...351 Manual Transmission ...353 Brake and... and Pollen Filter ...368 Wiper Blades ...369 Tires ...372 Checking the Battery ...380 Vehicle Storage ...381 Interior Care ...382 Maintenance 2012 Accord Sedan 333 See page 431 for simple maintenance tasks you may want to EPA standards.
...using parts that are ''certified'' to purchase the service manual. Maintenance Safety ...334 Maintenance MinderTM...335 Fluid Locations...342 Adding Engine Oil ...344 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...346 Engine Coolant ...348 Windshield Washers ...350 Transmission Fluid ...351 Automatic Transmission...351 Manual Transmission ...353 Brake and... and Pollen Filter ...368 Wiper Blades ...369 Tires ...372 Checking the Battery ...380 Vehicle Storage ...381 Interior Care ...382 Maintenance 2012 Accord Sedan 333 See page 431 for simple maintenance tasks you may want to EPA standards.
Owner's Manual
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..., turn the ignition switch to show you when you should have your vehicle calculates the remaining engine oil life and displays it as a percentage. model is shown on the display according to this table: Calculated Engine Oil Life (%) 100 % 91 % 90 % 81 % 80 % 71 % 70 % 61 % 60 % 51 % 50...dealer do engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service. Based on the information display to the ON (II) position, then press and release the select/reset knob repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator appears (see page 66 ). CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 335 Engine Oil Life Display ...
..., turn the ignition switch to show you when you should have your vehicle calculates the remaining engine oil life and displays it as a percentage. model is shown on the display according to this table: Calculated Engine Oil Life (%) 100 % 91 % 90 % 81 % 80 % 71 % 70 % 61 % 60 % 51 % 50...dealer do engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service. Based on the information display to the ON (II) position, then press and release the select/reset knob repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator appears (see page 66 ). CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 335 Engine Oil Life Display ...
Owner's Manual
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... 6 percent, you will see the engine oil life indicator every time you turn the ignition switch to the engine oil life indicator. When the remaining engine oil life is shown. The 15 and 10 percent oil life indicators remind you that your vehicle will...indicator will also come on, and the maintenance item code(s) for scheduled maintenance. Maintenance MinderTM MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S) U.S. Maintenance 336 2012 Accord Sedan model is 5 to 1 percent, you will see a ''SERVICE'' message along with the same maintenance ...
... 6 percent, you will see the engine oil life indicator every time you turn the ignition switch to the engine oil life indicator. When the remaining engine oil life is shown. The 15 and 10 percent oil life indicators remind you that your vehicle will...indicator will also come on, and the maintenance item code(s) for scheduled maintenance. Maintenance MinderTM MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR ENGINE OIL LIFE INDICATOR MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S) U.S. Maintenance 336 2012 Accord Sedan model is 5 to 1 percent, you will see a ''SERVICE'' message along with the same maintenance ...
Owner's Manual
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...traveled is 0 percent, the engine oil life indicator will blink. When you see page 341 ). If you switch the information display. Immediately have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer. CONTINUED Maintenance 2012 Accord Sedan 337 Maintenance MinderTM The maintenance item... code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change (see this message, have the indicated maintenance...
...traveled is 0 percent, the engine oil life indicator will blink. When you see page 341 ). If you switch the information display. Immediately have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer. CONTINUED Maintenance 2012 Accord Sedan 337 Maintenance MinderTM The maintenance item... code or codes indicate the main and sub items required at the time of the oil change (see this message, have the indicated maintenance...
Owner's Manual
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... as described as follows: 1. Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM Resetting the Engine Oil Life Display Your dealer will see page 341 . 338 2012 Accord Sedan Press the select/reset knob repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator is shown. For an explanation of these maintenance codes, see...
... as described as follows: 1. Maintenance Main Items and Sub Items MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM Resetting the Engine Oil Life Display Your dealer will see page 341 . 338 2012 Accord Sedan Press the select/reset knob repeatedly until the engine oil life indicator is shown. For an explanation of these maintenance codes, see...
Owner's Manual
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... for about 10 seconds. The maintenance item code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil life will not show the correct maintenance intervals. This can provide competent, efficient service. The engine oil life and the maintenance item code(s) will no longer have the required service done..., or reset the display without doing the service, the system will reset to ''100.'' Your authorized Honda dealer knows your vehicle best and can lead to serious mechanical problems because you have an accurate record of when maintenance is needed. 3. Maintenance CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 339
... for about 10 seconds. The maintenance item code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil life will not show the correct maintenance intervals. This can provide competent, efficient service. The engine oil life and the maintenance item code(s) will no longer have the required service done..., or reset the display without doing the service, the system will reset to ''100.'' Your authorized Honda dealer knows your vehicle best and can lead to serious mechanical problems because you have an accurate record of when maintenance is needed. 3. Maintenance CONTINUED 2012 Accord Sedan 339
Owner's Manual
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...listed. See page 295 . See page 351 . Maintenance 340 2012 Accord Sedan Check your warranties in effect. Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. We recommend using Honda parts and fluids whenever you fill the fuel tank. However, ...According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform any qualified service facility or person who does the work fill out your emissions warranties. Owner's Maintenance Checks You should be confident of automotive service. Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. Examine the tread for more information. See page 372 . Engine oil...
...listed. See page 295 . See page 351 . Maintenance 340 2012 Accord Sedan Check your warranties in effect. Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. We recommend using Honda parts and fluids whenever you fill the fuel tank. However, ...According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform any qualified service facility or person who does the work fill out your emissions warranties. Owner's Maintenance Checks You should be confident of automotive service. Brakes Check the fluid level monthly. Examine the tread for more information. See page 372 . Engine oil...
Owner's Manual
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...B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy. : NOTE: 5 2012 Accord Sedan 341 Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). Maintenance MinderTM Symbol A B Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oil 1 Replace engine oil 1 and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these items: ... 3 4 1: If the message ''SERVICE'' does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year. See information on page 340 . Inspect drive belt Replace transmission fluid Replace spark plugs Replace timing belt and inspect water ...
...B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy. : NOTE: 5 2012 Accord Sedan 341 Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km). Maintenance MinderTM Symbol A B Maintenance Main Items Replace engine oil 1 Replace engine oil 1 and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these items: ... 3 4 1: If the message ''SERVICE'' does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year. See information on page 340 . Inspect drive belt Replace transmission fluid Replace spark plugs Replace timing belt and inspect water ...
Owner's Manual
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Fluid Locations 4-cylinder models BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Light gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange handle) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) Maintenance ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP 342 2012 Accord Sedan
Fluid Locations 4-cylinder models BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) CLUTCH FLUID (Manual Transmission only) (Light gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange handle) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) Maintenance ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP 342 2012 Accord Sedan
Owner's Manual
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Fluid Locations V6 models ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) Maintenance WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP 2012 Accord Sedan 343
Fluid Locations V6 models ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) Maintenance WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR RADIATOR CAP 2012 Accord Sedan 343
Owner's Manual
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... it meets the American Petroleum Institute's latest requirements. 4-cylinder models V6 models Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on the engine oil dipstick. Maintenance 344 2012 Accord Sedan Always use a premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal. Do not fill above the upper mark; Wait a few minutes, and recheck...
... it meets the American Petroleum Institute's latest requirements. 4-cylinder models V6 models Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on the engine oil dipstick. Maintenance 344 2012 Accord Sedan Always use a premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal. Do not fill above the upper mark; Wait a few minutes, and recheck...