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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
Maintenance
5. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
6. Check that the filter gasket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
7. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the oil gasket.
8. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
30 lbf∙ft (40 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
9. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
3.9 US qt (3.7 L)
10. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
11. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
12. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.
1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
Oil Filter
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Specifications■Vehicle SpecificationsModel
Honda Accord Hybrid
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 3
Total 5
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating
U.S.: 4,542 lbs (2,060 kg)
Canada: 2,060 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)
U.S.: 2,414 lbs (1,095 kg)
Canada: 1,095 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)
U.S.: 2,161 lbs (980 kg)
Canada: 980 kg
Air Conditioning:
Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity 13.6 – 15.3 oz (385 – 435 g)
Lubricant Type ND-OIL 11
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Washer FluidDisplacement
126 cu-in (1,993 cm
3)
Spark Plugs NGK ILZKAR7E11S
Fuel:
Type
Unleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 15.9 US gal (60 ℓ)
Tank Capacity
U.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 5.1 US qt (4.85 ℓ)
■ Light Bulbs*1: Models with halogen low beam headlights
*2: Models with LED low beam headlightsHeadlights (Low Beam)
55W (H11)
*1
LED*2
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)Parking/Daytime Running Lights
LED
Front Turn Signal/Side Marker Lights 27/8 W (Amber)
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)
LED
Brake/Taillights LED
Rear Side Marker Lights
LED
Taillights LED
Back-Up Lights
16W
Rear Turn Signal Lights 21W (Amber)
High-Mount Brake Light
LED
Rear License Plate Lights 5W
Trunk Light
5W
Interior Lights
Map Lights
8W
Ceiling Light
8W
Vanity Mirror Lights
1.4W
Courtesy Lights
2CP
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Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Transmission FluidSpecified
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
Specified
Honda ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 2.49 US qt (2.36 ℓ)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
■ Inverter CoolantRecommended
·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 3.7 US qt (3.5 ℓ)
Change
including
filter
3.9 US qt (3.7 ℓ)
Specified
Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.41 US gal (5.33 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.19 US gal (0.71 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
Specified
Honda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
0.31 US gal (1.16 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.08 US gal (0.3 ℓ) in the filler tank)
■ TireRegular
Size
225/50R17 94V
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2])
Front
33 (230 [2.3])
Rear
33 (225 [2.3])
Wheel Size Regular 17 x 7 1/2J