2007 HONDA ACCORD COUPE flat tire

Examine the new wiper blades. If
they have no plastic or metal
reinf orcement along the back
edge, remove the metal
reinf orcement strips f rom the old
wiper blade, and install them in
the slots along the edge of the new
blade.Slide the new wiper blade into the
holder until the tabs lock.
Slide the wiper blade assembly
onto the wiper arm. Make sure it
locks in place.
Lower the wiper arm down against
the windshield, the passenger’s
side first, then the driver’s side.
To saf ely operate your vehicle, your
tires must be the proper type and
size, in good condition with adequate
tread, and correctly inf lated.
The f ollowing pages give more
detailed inf ormation on how to take
care of your tires and what to do
when they need to be replaced.
4. 5. 6. 7.
Wiper Blades, Tires
Tires
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BLADE
REINFORCEMENT
Using tires that are excessively
worn or improperly inflated can
cause a crash in which you can
be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding tire
inflation and maintenance.
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If you have a f lat tire while driving,
stop in a saf e place to change it.
Drive slowly along the shoulder until
you get to an exit or an area that is
far away from the traffic lanes.Turn on the hazard warning lights,
and turn the ignition switch to the
LOCK (0) position. Have all
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.
The tools are in the trunk. Open
the trunk and raise the trunk f loor
by lif ting up on the back edge.
Take the tool kit out of the trunk.
Unscrew the wing bolt and take
the spare tire out of its well.
If you are towing a trailer, unhitch
the trailer.
Park the vehicle on f irm, level and
non-slippery ground. Put the
transmission in Park (A/T) or
reverse (M/T). Apply the parking
brake.
5.
4.
3.
2.
1.
Changing a Flat T ire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
265
TRUNK FLOOR SPARE TIRE JACK
TOOL KIT
The vehicle can easily roll off
the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and
never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by thejack.
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Place the jack under the jacking
point nearest the tire you need to
change. Turn the end bracket
clockwise until the top of the jack
contacts the jacking point. Make
sure the jacking point tab is
restinginthejacknotch.Use the extension and the wheel
nut wrench as shown to raise the
vehicle until the f lat tire is of f the
ground.Remove the wheel nuts, then
remove the f lat tire. Handle the
wheel nuts caref ully; they may be
hot f rom driving. Place the f lat tire
on the ground with the outside
surface facing up.
9. 10. 11.
Changing a Flat T ire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
267
JACKING POINT
WHEEL NUT WRENCH
EXTENSION
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Lower the vehicle to the ground,
and remove the jack.
Bef ore mounting the spare tire,
wipeanydirtoff themounting
surface of the wheel and hub with
a clean cloth. Wipe the hub
carefully;itmaybehotfrom
driving. Put on the spare tire. Put the
wheel nuts back on f inger-tight,
then tighten them in a crisscross
pattern with the wheel nut wrench
until the wheel is f irmly against
the hub. Do not try to tighten the
wheel nuts f ully.
13. 14.
12.
Changing a Flat T ire
268
BRAKE HUB
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Place the flat tire face down in the
spare tire well.
Remove the spacer cone f rom the
wing bolt, turn it over, and put it
back on the bolt.
Securetheflattirebyscrewing
the wing bolt back into its hole.
Tighten the wheel nuts securely in
the same crisscross pattern. Have
the wheel nut torque checked at
the nearest automotive service
f acility.
Tighten the wheel nuts to:
Remove the center cap before
storing the f lat tire in the trunk
well.
15. 16. 17.
18.
19.
Changing a Flat T ire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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WING BOLT
SPACER CONEFor
sparetire
For
normaltire
80 lbf·ft (108 N·m , 11 kgf·m)
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If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
If , due to damage, your vehicle must
be towed with the f ront wheels on
the ground, do this:
Release the parking brake.
Shif t the transmission to neutral.
The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck.
Therearetwowaystotowyour
vehicle:
With the f ront wheels on the ground,
do not tow the vehicle more than 50
miles (80 km), and keep the speed
below35mph(55km/h).
If your vehicle is equipped with a
f ront spoiler, remove it bef ore
towing so it is not damaged.
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the tires (f ront) and lif t them
of f the ground. The other two tires
remain on the ground. Release the parking brake.
Start the engine.
ShifttoD,thentoN.
Turn of f the engine.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
Leave the ignition switch in the
ACCESSORY (I) position so the
steering wheel does not lock.
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Manual transmission:
Automatic transmission:
Emergency T owing
Flat -bed EquipmentWheel-lif t Equipment
T his is the best way to
transport your vehicle.
T his is an
acceptable way to tow your
vehicle.
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
285
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.
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard . 3, 54
Bulb Replacement
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Back-up Lights . 250
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Front Parking Lights . 249
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Headlights . 246
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Specif ications . 291, 293
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Turn Signal Lights . 249, 250
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Bulbs, Halogen . 246
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Capacities Chart . 290, 292
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 50
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Cargo, How to Carry . 193
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Cargo Net . 196
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Carrying Cargo . 193
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Care . 169
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CD Changer .141, 155
CD Changer Error
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Messages .133, 146, 160
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CD Player . 129
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CD Player Error Messages . 132
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Center CD Pocket . 99
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Certif ication Label . 288
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Chains, Tires . 259
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Changing a Flat Tire . 265 Changing Oil
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How to . 233
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When to . 221
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Charging System Indicator . 57, 276
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Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 65
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 198
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Child Saf ety . 32
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Booster Seats . 47
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Child Seats . 32, 39
Important Saf ety
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Reminders . 32, 37
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Inf ants . 37
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Larger Children . 46
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LATCH . 41
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Risks with Airbags . 33
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Small Children . 38
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Tethers . 45
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Where Should a Child Sit? . 33
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Child Seats . 39
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Installing . 40
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LATCH . 41
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Selecting . 39
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Tether Anchor Points . 45
Cleaning ...................................
Seat Belts . 251
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Climate Control System . 113, 117 ..............................................
Clock . 173
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Clutch Fluid . 244
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CO in the Exhaust . 297
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Coin Pocket . 100
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 199
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Compact Spare Tire . 264
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Console Compartment . 99
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Consumer Inf ormation . 302
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Controls, Instruments and . 53
Coolant
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Adding . 236
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Checking . 189
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Proper Solution . 236
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Temperature Gauge . 64
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System . 297
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Cruise Control Indicator . 62
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Cruise Control Operation . 175
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Cruise Main Indicator . 62
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Cup Holders . 98
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Customer Service Inf ormation . 302
Index
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Economy, Fuel . 190
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Emergencies . 263
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Battery, Jump Starting . 272
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Brake System Indicator . 278
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Changing a Flat Tire . 265
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Charging System Indicator . 276
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Checking the Fuses . 280
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 71
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Jump Starting . 272
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 276
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 277
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Manually Closing Moonroof . 279
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Overheated Engine . 274
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Towing . 285
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Emergency Brake . 96
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Emergency Flashers . 71
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Emergency Towing . 285
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 81
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Emissions Controls . 297
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Emissions Testing, State . 300 Engine
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Adding Engine Coolant . 236
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Additives . 233
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Changing the Oil and Filter . 233
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 64
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If It Won’t Start . 270
Malf unction Indicator
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Lamp . 277
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Oil Lif e Display . 221
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Oil Pressure Indicator . 57, 276
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Oil, Synthetic . 233
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Oil, What Kind to Use . 232
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Overheating . 274
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Specif ications . 291, 293
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Speed Limiter . 202, 205
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Starting . 199
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Engine Speed Limiter . 202, 205
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Ethanol in Gasoline . 184
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Evaporative Emissions Controls . 297
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Exhaust Fumes . 50
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
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Belts by . 15
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Daytime Running Lights . 70
Daytime Running Lights
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Indicator . 60
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Dead Battery . 272
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 304
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 72
Defrosting the
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Windows . 111, 115, 120
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Dimensions . 290, 292
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Dimming the Headlights . 69
Dipstick
.
Automatic Transmission . 239, 240
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Engine Oil . 188, 189
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Directional Signals . 69
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 208
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Disposal of Used Oil . 235
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Door and Trunk Open Monitor . 61
Doors
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Locking and Unlocking . 77
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Power Door Locks . 77
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 294
Downshif ting, Manual
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Transmission . 200
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Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
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Driving . 197
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Economy . 190 ..........
Dual Temperature Control . 121
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 252
Index
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