2004 HONDA ACCORD steering

The f luid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If it is not, add
brake f luid to bring it up to that level.
Use the same fluid specified for the
brake system.
Low f luid level can indicate a leak in
the clutch system. Have this system
inspected as soon as possible.Check the level on the side of the
reservoir when the engine is cold.
The f luid should be between the
UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.
If not, add power steering f luid to the
UPPER LEVEL.
Brake and Clutch Fluid, Power Steering Fluid
Maint enance
Clutch Fluid Power Steering Fluid
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MAX
MIN UPPER LEVEL
4-cylinder models LOWER LEVEL LOWER LEVELUPPER LEVEL
6-cylinder models
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Always use Honda Power Steering
Fluid. You may use another power
steering f luid as an emergency
replacement, but have the power
steering system f lushed and ref illed
with Honda PSF as soon as possible.
A low power steering f luid level can
indicate a leak in the system. Check
the f luid level f requently, and have
the system inspected as soon as
possible.
The timing belt should be replaced
at the intervals shown in the
maintenance schedule.
Replace these belts at 60,000 miles
(U.S.) or 100,000 km (Canada) if you
regularly drive your vehicle in one or
more of these conditions:
In very high temperatures
(over 110°F, 43°C).
In very low temperatures
(under 20°F, 29°C). Clean the hood latch assembly with a mild cleaner, then lubricate it with a
multipurpose grease. Lubricate all
the moving parts (as shown),
including the pivot. Follow the time
and distance recommendations in
the Maintenance Schedule. If you
are not sure how to clean and grease
the latch, contact your Honda dealer.
6-cylinder models only
Power Steering Fluid, Timing Belt
Maint enance
T iming Belt Hood L atch
227
LATCH ASSEMBLYPIVOTS
T urning the steering wheel to f ull lef t
or right lock and holding it there can
damage the power steering pump.
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Push the electrical connector onto
the bulb.To change the passenger’s side
bulb, start the engine, turn the
steering wheel all the way to the
lef t, and turn of f the engine. To
change the driver’s side bulb, turn
the steering wheel to the right.Pull the inner f ender cover away
f rom the f ender and bumper.
Remove the bulb by turning it
approximately one-quarter turn
counterclockwise.
Remove the electrical connector
fromthebulbbysqueezingthe
connector to unlock the tab, then
slide the connector of f the bulb.
Use a f lat-tipped screwdriver to
remove the two holding clips f rom
the inner f ender.
Turn on the headlights to test the
new bulb.
(Passenger’s side)
Reinstall the air intake cover.
Reinstall the two fasteners and
secure them by pushing on the
heads until they lock.
6.
5.
3. 4. 5.
1. 2.
7.
Lights
Maint enance
L ow Beam Headlight
230
HOLDING CLIPS
TAB BULB
6-cylinder models BULB
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Install the new bulb and turn it
one-quarter turn clockwise to lock
it in place.
Push the electrical connector onto
the bulb.
Put the inner f ender cover in place.
Install the two holding clips. Lock
each one in place by pushing on
the center.
Turn on the headlights to test the
new bulb.
Use a f lat-tipped screwdriver to
remove the two holding clips f rom
the inner f ender.
To change the passenger’s side
bulb, start the engine, turn the
steering wheel all the way to the
lef t, and turn of f the engine. To
change the driver’s side bulb, turn
the steering wheel to the right.
Pull the inner f ender cover away
f rom the f ender and bumper.
Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
1.
3.
2. 4.
8.
7.
6. 9.
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Lights
Maint enance
Replacing the Front Side Marker/
Turn Signal and Parking L ightBulb
231
HOLDING CLIPS
BULB
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To help increase tire lif e and
distribute wear more evenly, rotate
the tires every 10,000 miles (16,000
km). Move the tires to the positions
showninthecharteachtimethey
are rotated. If you purchase
directional tires, rotate only f ront-to-
back.Replace your tires with radial tires of
the same size, load range, speed
rating, and maximum cold tire
pressure rating (as shown on the
tire’s sidewall). Mixing radial and
bias-ply tires on your vehicle can
reduce braking ability, traction, and
steering accuracy. Using tires of a
dif f erent size or construction can
cause the ABS to work inconsistently.
It is best to replace all f our tires at
thesametime.If thatisnotpossible
or necessary, replace the two f ront
tires or two rear tires as a pair.
Replacing just one tire can seriously
af f ect your vehicle’s handling.
If you ever replace a wheel, make
sure that the wheel’s specif ications
match those of the original wheels.
TheABSworksbycomparingthe
speed of the wheels. When replacing
tires, use the same size originally
supplied with the vehicle. Tire size
and construction can affect wheel
speed and may cause the system to
work.
Maint enance
Tire Rotation Replacing Tires
Tires
241
(For Non-directional
Tires and Wheels) Front Front
(For Directional
Tires and Wheels)
Installing improper tires on your
vehicle can affect handling and
stability. This can cause a crash
in which you can be seriously
hurt or killed.
Always use the size and type of
tires recommended in this
owner’s manual.
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If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
an organization. Never tow your
vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is
very dangerous.The operator will load
your vehicle on the back of a truck.
If your Honda cannot be transported
by f lat-bed, it should be towed by
wheel-lif t equipment with the f ront
wheels of f the ground. If , due to
damage, your vehicle must be towed
with the f ront wheels on the ground,
do the f ollowing:
Release the parking brake.
Shif t the transmission to Neutral.
Release the parking brake.
Start the engine.
ShifttoD,thentoN.
Turn of f the engine. If you decide to tow your vehicle
with all f our wheels on the ground,
make sure you use a properly-
designed and attached tow bar.
Prepare the vehicle for towing as
described above, and leave the
ignition switch in Accessory (I) so
the steering wheel does not lock.
Make sure the radio and any items
plugged into the accessory power
socket are turned of f so they do not
rundownthebattery.
With the f ront wheels on the ground,
it is best to tow the vehicle no farther
than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the
speedbelow35mph(55km/h).
Do not use the sling-type towing
equipment. This type of towing is
unacceptable as your vehicle’s
suspension and body can be
seriously damaged.
5-speed Manual Transmission:
Automatic Transmission:
Emergency T owing
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
The best way you can saf ely tow
your vehicle is with f lat-bed
equipment.
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NOTICE:
NOTICE: NOTICE:
Improper towing preparation
will damage the transmission. Follow
the above procedure exactly. If you
cannot shif t the transmission or start
the engine (automatic transmission),
your vehicle must be transported with
the f ront wheels of f the ground. The steering system can be damaged if the steering wheel is locked.
Leave the ignition switch in Accessory
(I), and make sure the steering wheel
turns f reely bef ore you begin towing.
Trying to lif t or tow your
vehicle by the bumpers will cause
serious damage. The bumpers are not
designed to support the vehicle’s weight.
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CONT INUED
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Accessories . 171
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
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Position) . 82
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Accessory Power Socket . 107
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Additives, Engine Oil . 215
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Airbag (SRS) . 9
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Airbag System Components . 22
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Air Conditioning . 110
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Usage . 115
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Air Pressure, Tires . 239
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Alcohol in Gasoline . 280
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
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Description . 189
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Indicator . 63, 190
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Operation . 188
.
Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 82
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Audio System . 122, 130, 132, 140
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Automatic Speed Control . 155
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Automatic Transmission . 182
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Capacity, Fluid . 274
.......................................
Shif ting . 182
.
Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 182
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Shif t Lever Positions . 182
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Shif t Lock Release . 185 Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator . 62, 260
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Jump Starting . 255
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Maintenance . 244
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Specif ications . 275
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Bef ore Driving . 163
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Belts, Seat . 8
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Beverage Holders . 107
Brakes
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Anti-lock System (ABS) . 189
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Break-in, New Linings . 164
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Bulb Replacement . 233
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Fluid . 225
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Parking . 104
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System Indicator . 62
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Wear Indicators . 188
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Braking System . 188
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Break-in, New Car . 164
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 76
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Brights, Headlights . 74
Bulb Replacement
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Brake Lights . 233
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Front Parking Lights . 231 .................................
Headlights . 228
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High-mount Brake Light . 234
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Specif ications . 275
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Trunk Light . 233
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Turn Signal Lights . 231
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Bulbs, Halogen . 228
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Capacities Chart . 274
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 56
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Carrying Cargo . 173
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Changer . 132
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CD Player . 130, 131
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CD Pocket, Center . 106
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Certif ication Label . 272
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Chains . 243
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Changing a Flat Tire . 249
Changing Oil
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How to . 216
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When to . 204, 206
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Charging System Indicator . 62, 260
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 178
Index
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 170
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Gasohol . 280
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Gasoline . 164
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Gauge . 70
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Octane Requirement . 164
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Tank, Filling the . 165
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Gas Station Procedures . 165
Gauges
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Engine Coolant Temperature . 69
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Fuel . 70 ...............................
Speedometer . 68
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Tachometer . 68
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 182
5-speed Manual
.........................
Transmission . 180
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Glove Box . 108
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 228
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 76
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Headlights . 74
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Aiming . 228
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Automatic Lighting Off . 75
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Daytime Running Lights . 76
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Low Beams, Turning on . 74
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Reminder Chime . 74
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 228
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Turning on . 74
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Head Restraints . 94
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Heating and Cooling . 110
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Heated Mirror . 99
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Fan, Interior . 110, 111
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Features . 109
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 165
Filter
.........................
Dust and Pollen . 235
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Oil . 216
5-speed Manual Transmission ...............
Checking Fluid Level . 224
5-speed Manual Transmission ................................
Shif ting the . 180
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 76
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 249
Fluids
.
Automatic Transmission . 221, 222
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Brake . 225
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Clutch . 226 ..............
Manual Transmission . 224
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Power Steering . 226
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Windshield Washer . 218
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Folding Rear Seat . 95
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Foreign Countries, Driving in . 281
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Four-way Flashers . 76
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Fuel . 164
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Fill Door and Cap . 165
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Gauge . 70
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Octane Requirement . 164
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Oxygenated . 280
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Tank, Filling the . 165
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Fuses, Checking the . 265
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Starting . 179
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Engine Speed Limiter . 181, 184
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Ethanol in Gasoline . 280
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 282
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Exhaust Fumes . 56
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
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Belts by . 17
Index
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