2001 HONDA ACCORD service interval

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
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The services and time or distance
intervals shown in the maintenance
schedule assume you will use your
vehicle as normal transportation f or
passengers and their possessions.
You should also f ollow these
recommendations:
The Maintenance Schedule specif ies
how of ten you should have your car
serviced and what things need
attention. It is essential that you have
your car serviced as scheduled to
retain its high level of saf ety,
dependability, and emissions control
perf ormance.
Avoidexceedingyourcar’sload
limit.Thisputsexcessstresson
the engine, brakes, and many
other parts of your car. The load
limit is shown on the label on the
driver’s doorjamb.
Operate your car on reasonable
roads within the legal speed limit.
Drive your car regularly over a
distance of several miles
(kilometers).
Always use unleaded gasoline with
the proper octane rating (see page). Service your car according to the
time and mileage periods on one of
the Maintenance Schedules on the
f ollowing pages. Select the schedule
f or ‘‘Severe Conditions’’ if most of
your driving is done under one or
more of the conditions listed on that
page. Otherwise, f ollow the schedule
f or ‘‘Normal Conditions.’’
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Maintenance Schedule
Maint enance Which Schedule to Follow:
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A, B, C
Canadian owners:
AB C D
Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in as required for each distance/time interval. Follow this
schedule if the severe driving conditions described in the Severe Conditions Schedule on the next page do not apply.
Follow the schedule for Severe Conditions.
7,500 mi/12,000 km
15,000 mi/24,000 km/1 yr
22,500 mi/36,000 km
30,000 mi/48,000 km/2 yrs
37,500 mi/60,000 km
45,000 mi/72,000 km/3 yrs
52,500 mi/84,000 km
60,000 mi/96,000 km/4 yrs
67,500 mi/108,000 km
75,000 mi/120,000 km/5 yrs
82,500 mi/132,000 km
90,000 mi/144,000 km/6 yrs
97,500 mi/156,000 km
105,000 mi/168,000 km/7 yrs
112,500 mi/180,000 km
120,000 mi/192,000 km/8 yrs
At 120,000 mi/200,000 km/10
years, thereafter every 60,000
mi/100,000 km) or 60 months
Every 120,000 mi/192,000 km/72months
At 120,000 mi/192,000 km or 72
months, thereafter every 90,000
mi/144,000 km/or 60 months Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A.
Replace brake fluid. Do items in A, B, D.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C.
Do items in A.
Do items in A, B.
Do items in A. Replace brake fluid. Do items in A, B, C, D.
Do items in A.
Replace timing belt, balancer belt , inspect
water pump. Inspect valve clearance. Check idle speed.
Replace spark plugs. Do items in A, B.
Do items in A.
DoitemsinA,B,C. Replace engine coolant
Replace manual transmission fluid
Replace automatic transmission fluid Replace engine oil.
Rotate tires (follow pattern on page ).
Replace engine oil filter.
Inspect front and rear brakes.
Check parking brake adjustment.
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gear box and boots.
Inspect suspension components.
Inspect driveshaft boots.
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.
Replace air cleaner element.
Inspect and adjust drive belts.
Replace air conditioning filter.
Replace brake fluid every 3 years.
(independent of mileage) 271
1 Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last
column, page .
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Maintenance Schedule for Normal Conditions (listed by distance/time)

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Radiator Overheating . 309
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Radio/Cassette Sound System . 125
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 281
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Rear Seat Armrest . 94
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Rear Seat, Folding . 93
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Rear View Mirror . 99
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Rear Window Def ogger . 66 .........
Reclining the Seat Backs . 88, 91
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Recommended Shif t Speeds . 196
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Reminder Lights . 53
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Remote Transmitter . 75
Replacement Inf ormation
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Air Cleaner Element . 253
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Coolant . 241
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Engine Oil and Filter . 235
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Fuses . 318
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Light Bulbs . 278
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Schedule . 224
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Spark Plugs . 256, 258
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Tires . 271
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Wiper Blades . 263
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a
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Crash . 42
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Reserve Tank, Coolant . 184
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Restraint, Child . 19
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Reverse Gear Position . 198
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Rotation, Tire . 271
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Parking Brake . 101
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Parking Lights . 63
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 335
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PGM-FI System . 334
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Polishing and Waxing . 289
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Pre-Drive Saf ety Checklist . 11
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 17
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Protecting Adults . 12
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Additional Safety Precautions . 18
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 17
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Protecting Children . 19
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Protecting Inf ants . 28
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Protecting Larger Children . 34
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Protecting Small Children . 31
Using Child Seats with
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Tethers . 37
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Saf ety Belts . 8
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 344 .................................
Saf ety Features . 7
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Airbags . 9
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Door Locks . 10
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Head Restraints . 10
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Seat Belts . 8
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Seats & Seat-Backs . 10
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Saf ety Labels, Location of . 50
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Saf ety Messages . ii
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Seat Belts . 8
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Additional Information . 40
Automatic Seat Belt
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Tensioners . 41
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Cleaning . 292
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Lap/Shoulder Belt . 40
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Maintenance . 42
Reminder Light and
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Beeper . 40, 54
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System Components . 40
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Use During Pregnancy . 17
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Seats, Adjusting the . 88
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Security System . 175
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Serial Number . 324
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Service Intervals . 224
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Service Manual . 345
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Service Station Procedures . 178
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