2001 HONDA ACCORD engine oil

Push the button.
Select the mode.
Turn the f an on high speed.
Set the temperature control to a
comfortable setting.
High levels of carbon monoxide can
collect rapidly in enclosed areas,
such as a garage. Do not run the
engine with the garage door closed.
Even with the door open, run the
engine only long enough to move the
vehicle out of the garage.
Your car’s exhaust contains carbon
monoxide gas. You should have no
problem with carbon monoxide
entering the car in normal driving if
you maintain your car properly.
Have the exhaust system inspected
f or leaks whenever:
The car is raised f or an oil change.
You notice a change in the sound
of the exhaust.
Thecarwasinanaccidentthat
may have damaged the underside. If you must sit in your parked car,
even in an unconf ined area, with the
engine running, adjust the heating
and cooling system as f ollows:
With the trunk lid open, air f low can
pull exhaust gas into your car’s
interior and create a hazardous
condition. If you must drive with the
trunk lid open, open all the windows
and set the heating and cooling
system as shown below. 1. 2.3.4.
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
49
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic.
Breathing it can cause
unconsciousness and even killyou.
Avoid any enclosed areas or
activities that expose you to
carbon monoxide.

The instrument panel has many
indicators to give you important
inf ormation about your car.The engine can be severely damaged
if this light f lashes or stays on when
the engine is running. For complete
inf ormation, see page .
If this light comes on when the
engine is running, the battery is not
being charged. For complete
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator lights when you turn
the ignition switch ON (II). It is a
reminder to you and your passengers
to protect yourselves by f astening
the seat belts. A beeper also sounds
if you have not fastened your seat
belt.
If you do not f asten your seat belt,
the beeper will stop af ter a f ew
seconds but the light stays on until
you do. Both the light and the beeper
stay of f if you f asten your seat belt
bef ore turning on the ignition. 309
310
Indicator L ights
Inst rument s and Cont rols L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Seat Belt Reminder L ight
54

Bef ore you begin driving your Honda,
youshouldknowwhatgasolineto
use, and how to check the levels of
important f luids. You also need to
know how to properly store luggage
or packages. The inf ormation in this
section will help you. If you plan to
add any accessories to your car,
please read the inf ormation in this
section f irst..............................
Break-in Period . 178
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Gasoline . 178
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Service Station Procedures . 178
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 178
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Opening the Hood . 180
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Oil Check . 182
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Engine Coolant Check . 184
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Fuel Economy . 185
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Vehicle Condition . 185
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Driving Habits . 185
...
Accessories and Modif ications . 186
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Carrying Cargo . 188
Bef ore Driving
Bef ore Driving 177

During this period:Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid
acceleration. We recommend gasolines containing
detergent additives that help prevent
f uel system and engine deposits.
Avoidhardbraking.Newbrakes
need to be broken-in by moderate
use f or the f irst 200 miles (300
km). Your Honda is designed to operate
on unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane number of 86 or higher. Use
of a lower octane gasoline can cause
a persistent, heavy metallic rapping
noise in the engine that can lead to
mechanical damage.
Open the f uel f ill door by pushing
onthehandletotheleftof the
driver’s seat.
Help assure your car’s f uture
reliability and perf ormance by paying
extra attention to how you drive
during the f irst 600 miles (1,000 km).
Because the f uel f ill cap is on the
driver’s side of the car, park with
that side closest to the service
station pumps.
In Canada, some gasolines contain
an octane-enhancing additive called
MMT. If you use such gasolines,
your emission control system
perf ormance may deteriorate and
the Malf unction Indicator Lamp on
your instrument panel may turn on.
If this happens, contact your
authorized Honda dealer f or service.
Using gasoline containing lead will
damage your car’s emissions
controls. This contributes to air
pollution.
Youshouldfollowthesesamere-
commendations with an overhauled
or exchanged engine, or when the
brakes are relined.
Do not change the oil until the
recommended time or mileage
intervalshowninthemaintenance
schedule.
1. 2.
Bef ore Driving
Break-in Period Gasoline Filling the Fuel Tank
Break-in Period, Gasoline, Service Station Procedures
178

Check the engine oil level every time
you f ill the car with f uel. Wait a f ew
minutes af ter turning the engine of f
bef ore you check the oil.Remove the dipstick (orange
handle).
To close the hood, lower it to about a
f oot (30 cm) above the f ender, then
press down f irmly with your hands.
Afterclosingthehood,makesureit
is securely latched.
1.
Service Station Procedures
Bef ore Driving
Oil Check
182
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Refer toon page f or inf ormation
on checking other items in your
Honda.
Look at the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is
between the MAX and MIN lines. If
it is below the MIN line, see
on page f or
inf ormation on adding the proper
coolant.
Remove the dipstick again and
check the level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks.
If it is near or below the lower mark,
see on page .
4.
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Service Station Procedures
Bef ore Driving Owner Maintenance
Checks
A dding
Engine Coolant
A dding Oil
Engine Coolant Check
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This section also includes
Maintenance Schedules f or normal
driving and severe driving conditions,
a Maintenance Record, and instruc-
tions f or simple maintenance tasks
you may want to take care of
yourself .
If you have the skills and tools to per-
f orm more complex maintenance
tasks on your Honda, you may want
to purchase the Service Manual. See
page f or inf ormation on how to
obtain a copy, or see your Honda
dealer.
This section explains why it is
important to keep your car well
maintained and to f ollow basic
maintenance saf ety precautions.
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Maintenance Saf ety . 220
.
Important Safety Precautions . 221
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Maintenance Schedule . 222
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Maintenance Record . 229
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Owner Maintenance Checks . 231
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Fluid Locations . 232
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Engine Oil . 234
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Adding Oil . 234
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Recommended Oil . 235
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Synthetic Oil . 235
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Additives . 235
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Changing the Oil and Filter . 236
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Cooling System . 239
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Adding Engine Coolant . 239
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Replacing Engine Coolant . 241
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Windshield Washers . 246
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Transmission Fluid . 247
Automatic .........................
Transmission . 247
5-speed Manual
.........................
Transmission . 249
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Brake and Clutch Fluid . 251
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Brake System . 251
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Clutch System . 252
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Power Steering . 252
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Air Cleaner Element . 253 ....................................
Hood Latch . 256
....................................
Spark Plugs . 256
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Replacement . 256
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Specif ications . 257
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Battery . 260
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Wiper Blades . 263
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Air Conditioning System . 265
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Air Conditioning Filter . 266
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Drive Belts . 266
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Timing Belt . 267
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Tires . 267
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Inf lation . 268
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Inspection . 270
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Maintenance . 270
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Tire Rotation . 271
...
Replacing Tires and Wheels . 271
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Wheels and Tires . 272
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Winter Driving . 273
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Snow Tires . 273
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Tire Chains . 273
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Lights . 274
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Replacing Bulbs . 276
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Storing Your Car . 285
345
Maintenance
Maint enance
219

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ÌÌ NOTE: If you only
drive under a
‘‘severe’’ condition, you should
f ollow the Normal Conditions
Maintenance Schedule.
Follow the Normal Conditions
Maintenance Schedule if the
severe driving conditions
specif ied in the Severe
Conditions Maintenance
Schedule do not apply.
Follow the Maintenance
Schedule f or Severe Conditions.
OCCASIONALLY
Maint enance U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
224 Visually inspect the following items:
Service at the indicated
distance or time whichever
comes first.
miles x 1,000
km x 1,000
months
Replace every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months
Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop
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 .
Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil filter
Check engine oil and coolant
Replace air cleaner element
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
Rotate tires (Check tire inflation and condition
at least once per month)
Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
Suspension components, driveshaft boots
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Cooling system hoses and connections
Exhaust system, fuel lines and connections 152412
304824
Rotate tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) 457236
Every 36 months609648
75
120
60 90
144
72 105168
84 120192
96
Every 120,000 miles (200,000 km) or 10 years, thereafter every 60,000 miles (100,000 km) or 60 months
Every 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 72 months
At 120,000 miles (192,000 km) or 72 months thereafter every
90,000 miles (144,000 km) or 60 monthsAdjust only if noisy
:
1:2: 223
267 MTAT
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Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions