2008 HONDA ACCORD COUPE brake fluid

This section explains why it is
important to keep your vehicle well
maintained and how to f ollow basic
maintenance saf ety precautions.
This section also includes
instructions on how to read the
maintenance minder messages on
the information display, and
instructions f or simple maintenance
tasks you may want to take care of
yourself .
If you have the skills and tools to
perf orm more complex maintenance
tasks on your vehicle, you may want
to purchase the service manual. See
page f or inf ormation on how to
obtain a copy, or see your dealer.......................
Maintenance Saf ety .306
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Maintenance Minder .307
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Fluid Locations .314
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Adding Engine Oil .316
Changing the Engine Oil and
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Filter .318
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Engine Coolant .320
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Windshield Washers .322
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Transmission Fluid .323
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Automatic Transmission .323
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Manual Transmission .325
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Brake and Clutch Fluid .326
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Brake Fluid .326
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Clutch Fluid .327
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Power Steering Fluid .327
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Timing Belt .328
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Lights .329
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Cleaning the Seat Belts .338
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Floor Mats .338
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Dust and Pollen Filter .339
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Wiper Blades .340
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Tires .343
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Checking the Battery .351
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Vehicle Storage .352
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Maint enance
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Ì Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page .
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page
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Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page .
Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate lights monthly.
See page .
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed.
U.S. Vehicles:
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the
inf ormation display.
However, service at a dealer is not
mandatory to keep your warranties
in effect. Maintenance may be done
by any qualif ied service f acility or
person who is skilled in this type of
automotive service. Make sure to
have the service f acility or person
reset the display as previously
described. Keep all receipts as proof
of completion, and have the person
who does the work f ill out your
Honda Service History or Canadian
Maintenance Log. Check your
warranty booklet f or more
inf ormation.
We recommend using Honda parts
and fluids whenever you have
maintenance done. These are
manuf actured to the same high
quality standards as the original
components, so you can be conf ident
of their perf ormance and durability.
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Maintenance Minder
Owner’s Maintenance Checks
Maintenance, replacement, or
repair of emissions control
devices and systems may be done
by any automotive repair
establishment or individual using
parts that are ‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA
standards.
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Maintenance Main Items
Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil and oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect these items: 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
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections Maintenance Sub Items
Rotate tires
Replace air cleaner element
Replace dust and pollen filter
Inspect drive belt
Replace transmission fluid
Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
(V6 engine only)
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
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A
B
Symbol
1
2
3
4
5
Symbol1
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Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 only if they are noisy.
If the message ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12 months after the
display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
Independent of the maintenance messages in the information display,
replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the center
column on page .
NOTE: 1:
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If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000
miles (24,000 km).
If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high
concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from
diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km).
If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over
110°F, 43°C), or in very low temperatures (under 20°F,29°C), replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.)/100,000 km
(Canada).
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Fluid Locations
2.4engine models
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ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP
CLUTCH FLUID
(Manual
Transmission only)
(Light gray cap)
BRAKE FLUID
(Black cap)
RADIATOR CAP
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange handle)
POWER STEERING
FLUID (Red cap)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
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Fluid Locations
V6 models
Maint enance
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ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange loop)
ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR BRAKE FLUID
(Black cap)
POWER STEERING
FLUID (Red cap) AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
RADIATOR CAP
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Check the f luid level in the
reservoirs monthly. There are up to
two reservoirs, depending on the
model. They are:Brake f luid reservoir (all models)
Clutch f luid reservoir
(manual transmission only)
Replace the brake f luid according to
the maintenance minder (see page ). Always use Honda Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not
available, you should use only DOT 3
or DOT 4 f luid, f rom a sealed
container, as a temporary
replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake f luid can
cause corrosion and decrease the lif e
of the system. Have the brake
system f lushed and ref illed with
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 as soon as possible.
Brake f luid marked DOT 5 is not
compatible with your vehicle’s
braking system and can cause
extensive damage.
The f luid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If the level is at or
below the MIN mark, your brake
system needs attention. Have the
brake system inspected f or leaks or
worn brake pads.
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Brake and Clutch Fluid
Brake Fluid
326
MAX
MIN
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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.
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. A low f luid level can indicate a leak
in the clutch system. Have this
system inspected as soon as possible.
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Manual transmission only
Power Steering Fluid
Clutch Fluid
Brake and Clutch Fluid, Power Steering Fluid
Maint enance
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MAX UPPER LEVEL
LOWER LEVEL
MIN 2.4
engine models
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CONT INUED
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Capacities Chart .384,386
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard .51
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Carrying Cargo .273
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CAUTION, Explanation of .iii
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Accessories .271
ACCESSORY
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(Ignition Key Position) .78
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Accessory Power Sockets .111
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Active Head Restraints .96
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Additives, Engine Oil .317
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Advanced Airbags .25
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Airbag (SRS) .9,21
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Airbag System Components .21
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Air Conditioning System .120,125
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Usage .123,126
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Air Pressure, Tires .343
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Antif reeze .320
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
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Indicator .58,291
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Operation .291
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Anti-thef t, Audio System .213
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Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock .78
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Audio System .133
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Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .80
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .19
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Automatic Speed Control .223
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Automatic Transmission .284
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Capacity, Fluid .384,386 .......................................
Shif ting .284
Shif t Lever Position
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Indicators .284
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Shif t Lever Positions .284
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Shif t Lock Release .287
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Auxiliary Input Jack .212
Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator .56,369
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Jump Starting .364
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Maintenance .351
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Specif ications .385,387
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Bef ore Driving .259
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Belts,Seat .8,18
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Beverage Holders .111
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Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink.231
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Booster Seats .48
Brakes
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Anti-lock System (ABS) .291
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Break-in, New Linings .260
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Bulb Replacement .334
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Fluid .326
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Parking .109 .................
System Indicator .57,371
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Wear Indicators .290
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Braking System .290
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Break-in, New Vehicle .260
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Brightness Control, Instruments .72
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Brights, Headlights .69
Bulb Replacement
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Back-up Lights .334
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Brake Lights .334
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Fog Lights .336
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Front Parking Lights .332
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Headlights .329
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High-mount Brake Light .335
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Rear Lights .334
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Specif ications .385,387
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Turn Signal Lights .332,334
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Bulbs, Halogen .329,336
Index
A
B
C
INDEX
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