2001 HONDA ACCORD oil temperature

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.

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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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120 60 105168
84 120192
96
90
144
72
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
:
1:2:3: 223
267
266 Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months
MTAT
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3
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)

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.
1.
Maint enance
Engine Oil
Changing the Oil and Filter 236

Run the air conditioning at least once
a week during the cold weather
months. Run it f or at least ten
minutes while you are driving at a
steady speed with the engine at
normal operating temperature. This
circulates the lubricating oil con-
tained in the ref rigerant.If the air conditioning does not get as
cold as before, have your dealer
check the system. Recharge the
system with Ref rigerant HFC-134a
(R-134a). (See Specif ications on page
.)
Your car’s air conditioning is a sealed
system. Any major maintenance,
such as recharging, should be done
by a qualif ied mechanic. You can do
a couple of things to make sure the
air conditioning works ef f iciently.
Periodically check the engine’s
radiator and air conditioning
condenser f or leaves, insects, and
dirt stuck to the f ront surf ace. These
block the air f low and reduce cooling
ef f iciency. Use a light spray f rom a
hose or a sof t brush to remove them. 328
Optional f or U.S. DX model
A ir Condit ioning Syst em
Maint enance
265
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Whenever you have the air conditioning
system serviced, make sure the service
f acility uses a ref rigerant recycling
system. This system captures the
ref rigerant f or reuse. Releasing
ref rigerant into the atmosphere can
damage the environment.
The condenser and radiator f ins bend
easily. Only use a low-pressure spray
or sof t-bristle brush to clean them.

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Capacities Chart . 326
.............
Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 49
.............................
Carrying Cargo . 188
Cassette Player
............................................
Care . 151
...........................
Operation . 130, 148
..............
CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
..........................
CD Changer . 133, 165
.......................................
CD Player . 142
........................
Certif ication Label . 324
............................................
Chains . 273
....................
Changing a Flat Tire . 297
............
Changing Engine Coolant . 241
Changing Oil
........................................
How to . 235
......................................
When to . 224
...
Charging System Indicator . 54, 310
............
Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 192
..................
Childproof Door Locks . 79
.......................................
Child Seats . 27
..........
Tether Anchorage Points . 38
...................................
Cleaner, Air . 253
Cleaning
....................
Aluminum Wheels . 289 ...................................
Carpeting . 290
......................................
Exterior . 288
.........................................
Fabric . 291
.......................................
Interior . 290
...................................
Seat Belts . 292
...........................................
Vinyl . 291
......................................
Window . 292
...............
Climate Control System . 117
.........................
Clock, Setting the . 102
...................................
Clutch Fluid . 252
........................
CO in the Exhaust . 333
........................................
Coin Box . 103
............
Cold Weather, Starting in . 194
..............................
Compact Spare . 296
.................
Console Compartment . 103
...............
Consumer Inf ormation . 340
.............
Controls, Instruments and . 51
Coolant
........................................
Adding . 239
....................................
Checking . 184
.........................
Proper Solution . 239
...................
Temperature Gauge . 59
....................
Corrosion Protection . 293
Crankcase Emissions Control
........................................
System . 333
..............
Cruise Control Operation . 68 ..........
Customer Relations Of f ice . 340
................
DANGER, Explanation of . ii
.......................................
Dashboard . 52
................
Daytime Running Lights . 63
............
Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 344
................
Def ogger, Rear Window . 64
....................................
Dimensions . 328
...............
Dimming the Headlights . 62
Dipstick
.
Automatic Transmission . 247, 248
..................................
Engine Oil . 182
..........................
Directional Signals . 64
........
Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 203
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil . 238
Doors
..............
Locking and Unlocking . 74
......................
Power Door Locks . 75
..........
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 329
Downshif ting, 5-speed Manual
.............................
Transmission . 195
.....................................
Drive Belts . 266
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
Index
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...........................................
Driving . 191
....................................
Economy . 185
.........................
In Bad Weather . 209
................
In Foreign Countries . 332
..............................
Economy, Fuel . 185
............
Emergencies on the Road . 295
.............
Battery, Jump Starting . 304
...........
Brake System Indicator . 313
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 297
.....
Charging System Indicator . 310
..................
Checking the Fuses . 316
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 309
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 311
...
Manually Closing Moonroof . 314
..................
Overheated Engine . 307
.........................
Emergency Brake . 101
......................
Emergency Flashers . 66
......................
Emergency Towing . 320
.......................
Emissions Controls . 333 Engine
............................................
Belts . 266
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge . 59 Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp . 55, 311
........
Oil Pressure Indicator . 54, 309
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use . 234
...............................
Overheating . 307
............................
Specif ications . 327
....................
Speed Limiter . 176, 200
.......................................
Starting . 193
..........
Engine Speed Limiter . 196, 200
......................
Ethanol in Gasoline . 331
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 333
...............................
Exhaust Fumes . 49
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
........................................
Belts by . 17
..................
Exterior, Cleaning the . 290
............................
Fabric, Cleaning . 291
...................................
Fan, Interior . 110
Features, Comfort and
..............................
Convenience . 109
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 178
Filter
.......................
Air Conditioning . 266
...............................................
Oil . 234 5-speed Manual Transmission
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 249
5-speed Manual Transmission ................................
Shif ting the . 195
.............
Flashers, Hazard Warning . 66
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 297
Fluids
.
Automatic Transmission . 247, 248
..........................................
Brake . 251
.........................................
Clutch . 252
..............
Manual Transmission . 249
..........................
Power Steering . 252
..................
Windshield Washer . 246
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception . 158
...........................
Folding Rear Seat . 92
.....
Foreign Countries, Driving in . 332
..........................
Four-way Flashers . 66
.................................................
Fuel . 178
......................
Fill Door and Cap . 178
...........................................
Gauge . 58
................
Octane Requirement . 178
...............................
Oxygenated . 331
........................
Tank, Filling the . 178
.....................
Fuses, Checking the . 316
Index
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..........................
Setting the Clock . 101
The 5-speed Manual .........................
Transmission . 195
.....
Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 197
........................
Shif t Lock Release . 200
....................................
Side Airbags . 45
...
How Your Side Airbags Work . 45
How The Side Airbag Indicator
............................
Light Works . 46
Side Marker Lights, Bulb ..............................
Replacement . 279
...............................
Signaling Turns . 64
.....................................
Snow Tires . 273
...................
Solvent-type Cleaners . 288
........................
Sound System . 125, 153
Spare Tire
......................................
Inf lating . 297
............................
Specif ications . 330
........
Spark Plugs, Replacing . 256, 258
....................
Specif ications Charts . 328
..................................
Speed Control . 68
........................
Speed Limiter . 196, 200
...................................
Speedometer . 58
..........
SRS, Additional Inf ormation . 43
...
Additional Safety Precautions . 23
.....
How Your Airbags Work . 43, 45 How Your SRS Indicator
.......................................
Works . 43
........................
SRS Components . 43
..................................
SRS Service . 48
.............................
SRS Indicator . 43, 55
....
START (Ignition Key Position) . 74
.......................
Starting the Engine . 193
In Cold Weather at High ..................................
Altitude . 194
................
With a Dead Battery . 306
........
Steam Coming f rom Engine . 308
Steering Wheel
..................................
Adjustment . 67
.............
Anti-theft Column Lock . 73
...........
Stereo Sound System . 125, 153
...........................
Storing Your Car . 287
........................................
Sun Visor . 105
........................
Sunglasses Holder . 106
Supplemental Restraint System
......................................
Servicing . 48
.........................
SRS Indicator . 43, 55
...................
System Components . 43
..................................
Synthetic Oil . 235 .....................................
Tachometer . 58
......
Taillights, Changing Bulbs in . 281
.
Taking Care of the Unexpected . 295
...........................
Tape Player . 130, 160
Technical Descriptions
......
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 329
.....
Emissions Control Systems . 332
.....................
Oxygenated Fuels . 331
Three Way Catalytic
...............................
Converter . 335
.......................
Temperature Gauge . 59
.............
Tether Attachment Points . 37
..
Three Way Catalytic Converter . 335
..........................
Time, Setting the . 101
....................................
Timing Belt . 267
....................................
Tire Chains . 273
.........
Tire, How to Change a Flat . 297
Index
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