2001 HONDA ACCORD maintenance

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Schedule f or Severe Conditions.
Follow the Severe Conditions
Maintenance Schedule if you
drive your vehicle
under one or more of the
f ollowing conditions:
Driving less than 5 miles (8
km) per trip or, in f reezing
temperatures, driving less
than 10 miles (16 km) per trip.
Driving in extremely hot
[over 90°F (32°C)] conditions.
Extensive idling or long
periods of stop-and-go driving.
Trailer towing, driving with a
car top carrier, or driving in
mountainous conditions.
Driving on muddy, dusty, or
de-iced roads.
MAINLY
Maint enance U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
226 Visually inspect the following items:Replace every 3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 6 months
Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
Service at the indicated
distance or time whichever
comes first.
miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
months
See air conditioning filter on page for replacement information under special driving conditions.
Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only.
See timing belt on page to determine need for replacement.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page .
Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
Suspension components, driveshaft boots
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and conditions of fluids
Cooling system hoses and connections
Exhaust system, fuel lines and connections
Lights and controls, vehicle underbody Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months
Replace engine oil and oil filter
Check engine oil and coolant
Clean ( ) or replace ( ) air cleaner element
Use normal schedule except in dusty conditons
Inspect valve clearance
Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt , balancer belt , and
inspect water pump
Inspect and adjust drive belts
Inspect idle speed
Replace engine coolant
Replace transmission fluid
Inspect front and rear brakes
Replace brake fluid
Check parking brake adjustment
Replace air conditioning filter
Lubricate all hinges, locks and latches
Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition
at least once per month) Rotate tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
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At 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 36 months, thereafter every 30,000 mi, (48,000 km) or 24 months
At 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 36 months
Every 36 months
Adjust only if noisy
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120,000 miles (200,000 km) or 10 years, thereafter every 60,000 miles (100,000 km) or 60 months
Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions

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A, B, C, D
Severe Conditions:
A B C
Use this schedule if your vehicle is MAINLY driven in any of the following Severe Conditions, o
r normally driven in Canada; otherwise use the Normal
Schedule. Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in as required for each distance/time.
Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip or, in freezing
temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip.
Driving in extremely hot (over 90°F/32°C) conditions.
Extensive idling or long periods of stop-and-go driving.
Trailer towing, driving with a roof rack, or driving in
mountainous conditions.
Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-iced roads.Replace engine oil and filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page ).
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect driveshaft boots.
Check parking brake adjustment.
Lubricate all hinges, locks and latches with
multipurpose grease.
3,750 mi/6,000 km/6 mos
7,500 mi/12,000 km
11,250 mi/18,000 km
15,000 mi/24,000 km/1 yr
18,750 mi/30,000 km
22,500 mi/36,000 km
26,250 mi/42,000 km
30,000 mi/48,000 km/2 yrs
33,750 mi/54,000 km
37,500 mi/60,000 km
41,250 mi/66,000 km
45,000 mi/72,000 km/3 yrs
48,750 mi/78,000 km
52,500 mi/84,000 km
56,250 mi/90,000 km
60,000 mi/96,000 km/4 yrs
63,750 mi/102,000 km
67,500 mi/108,000 km
71,250 mi/114,000 km
75,000 mi/120,000 km/5 yrs
78,750 mi/126,000 km Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
Clean air cleaner element. Do items in A, B, C.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C,D.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A. Replace brake fluid. Clean air cleaner element.
DoitemsinA,B,C,E.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A. Replace timing belt , balancer belt , inspect
waterpump.DoitemsinA,B,C,D. Replace transmission fluid
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A. Clean air cleaner element. Do items in A, B, C.
Do items in A. · · ·· ·
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Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time)

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228 D E
82,500 mi/132,000 km
86,250 mi/138,000 km
90,000 mi/144,000 km/6 yrs
93,750 mi/150,000 km
97,500 mi/156,000 km
101,250 mi/162,000 km
105,000 mi/168,000 km/7 yrs
108,750 mi/174,000 km
112,500 mi/180,000 km
116,250 mi/186,000 km
120,000 mi/192,000 km/8 yrs
At 120,000 mi/200,000 km/72
months, thereafter every
60,000 mi/100,000 km/60 mos
Every 60,000 mi/96,000 km/36mos
At 60,000 miles/96,000 km or
36 months, thereafter every
30,000 mi/48,000 km/24 mos Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS).
Check all fluid levels, condition of fluids, and check
for leaks.
Inspect cooling system hoses and connections.
Inspect exhaust system.
Inspect fuel lines and connections.
Check all lights.
Inspect the underbody.
Replace air cleaner element.
Inspect and adjust drive belts.
Replace air conditioning filter .
Replace brake fluid every 3 years.
(independent of mileage)
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
Replacebrakefluid.DoitemsinA,B,C,D,E.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A. Replace timing belt , balancer belt , and
inspect water pump. Inspect valve clearance. Check idle speed. Clean air cleaner element.
Replace spark plugs. Do items in A, B, C.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
Replace timing belt , balancer belt , and
inspect water pump. Do items in A, B, C, D.
Replace engine coolant
Replace manual transmission fluid
Replace automatic transmission fluid See air conditioning filter on page for replacement information
under special driving conditions.
Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only.
See timing belt on page to determine need for replacement.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last
column, page .
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Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions (listed by distance/time)

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Maint enance
Required Maintenance Record (f or Normal and Severe Schedules)
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33,750 mi
37,500 mi
41,250 mi
45,000 mi
48,750 mi
52,500 mi
56,250 mi
60,000 mi
3,750 mi
7,500 mi
11,250 mi
15,000 mi
18,750 mi
22,500 mi
26,250 mi
30,000 mi
You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the sc
hedule for normal conditions (page ) or severe
conditions (page ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle.
54,000 km
60,000 km
(or 2½ years)
66,000 km
72,000 km
(or 3 years)
78,000 km
84,000 km
(or 3½ years)
90,000 km
96,000 km
(or 4 years)
mi/km Date
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Signature or dealer stamp
Signature or dealer stamp mi/km
Date
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate
6,000 km
12,000 km
(or 6 mo)
18,000 km
24,000 km
(or 1 year)
30,000 km
36,000 km
(or 1½ years)
42,000 km
48,000 km
(or 2 years) 224
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Maint enance
Required Maintenance Record (f or Normal and Severe Schedules)
23063,750 mi
67,500 mi
71,250 mi
75,000 mi
78,750 mi
82,500 mi
86,250 mi
90,000 mi
93,750 mi
97,500 mi
101,250 mi
105,000 mi
108,750 mi
112,500 mi
116,250 mi
120,000 mi
102,000 km
108,000 km
(or 4½ years)
114,000 km
120,000 km
(or 5 years)
126,000 km
132,000 km
(or 5½ years)
138,000 km
144,000 km
(or 6 years) Signature or dealer stamp mi/km
Date
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate Signature or dealer stamp mi/km
Date
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate
mi/kmDate
150,000 km
156,000 km
(or 6½ years)
162,000 km
168,000 km
(or 7 years)
174,000 km
180,000 km
(or 7½ years)
186,000 km
192,000 km
(or 8 years)

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Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the page given.
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
youfillthefueltank.Seepage .
Windshield washer f luid Check
the level in the reservoir monthly.
If weather conditions cause you to
use the washers f requently, check
the reservoir each time you stop
f or f uel. See page .Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
turn signals, brake lights, and
license plate lights monthly. See
page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page
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Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page . 182
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Owner Maintenance Checks
Maint enance 231

Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s perf ormance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 5W-20
detergent oil displaying the API
Certif ication Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Genuine Honda Motor Oil is the
pref erred 5W-20 lubricant f or your
vehicle. It is highly recommended
that you use Genuine Honda Motor
Oil in your vehicle f or optimum
engine protection.Make sure the API Certif ication Seal
says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’
5W-20 oil is f ormulated f or year-
round protection of your Honda, to
improve cold weather starting, and
to help your engine use less f uel.
If 5W-20 oil is not available, a 5W-30
oil may be used. However, it should
be replaced with 5W-20 at the next
oil change.
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certif ication Seal,
and it is the proper weight as shown
on the chart. When using synthetic
oil, you must f ollow the oil and f ilter
change intervals given in the
maintenance schedule.
Your Honda does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect your engine’s or transmission’s
perf ormance and durability.
The SAE number tells you the oil’s
viscosity or weight. Select the oil f or
your vehicle according to this chart.
Engine Oil
Maint enance
Recommended Oil
Synthetic Oil
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Always change the oil and f ilter
accordingtothetimeanddistance
(miles/kilometers) recommenda-
tions in the maintenance schedule.
The oil and f ilter collect contami-
nants that can damage your engine if
they are not removed regularly.Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the car. The car should
be raised on a service station-type
hydraulic lif t f or this service. Unless
you have the knowledge and proper
equipment, you should have this
maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic. Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
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Maint enance
Engine Oil
Changing the Oil and Filter 236