automatic transmission fluid HONDA ACCORD 2009 8.G Owners Manual

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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
.
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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Fluid Locations
2.4engine models
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ENGINE OIL
FILL CAP
CLUTCH FLUID
(Manual
Transmission only)
(Light gray cap)
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
BRAKE FLUID
(Black cap)
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange handle)
POWER STEERING FLUID
(Red cap)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
RADIATOR CAP
ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR
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Fluid Locations
V6 models
Maint enance
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ENGINE OIL FILL CAPBRAKE FLUID
(Black cap)
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
RADIATOR CAP
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange loop)
POWER STEERING FLUID
(Red cap)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR
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Check the f luid level with the engine
at normal operating temperature.Park the vehicle on level ground.
Start the engine, let it run until the
radiator f an comes on, then shut
of f the engine. For accurate
results, wait about 60 seconds (but
no longer than 90 seconds) bef ore
doing step 2. Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
f rom the transmission, and wipe it
with a clean cloth.
Insert the dipstick all the way into
the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
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3.
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Automatic Transmission
T ransmission Fluid
Maint enance
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V6 models
DIPSTICK
DIPSTICK
UPPER
MARK
LOWER
MARK
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Pour the f luid slowly and caref ully
so you do not spill any. Clean up
any spill immediately; it could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Remove the dipstick and check
the f luid level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks. If the level is below the lower
mark, add f luid into the dipstick
hole to bring it to the level
between the upper and lower
marks.
Always use Honda Genuine
ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission
f luid).
Insert the dipstick all the way back
into the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the maintenance minder (see page ).
If you are not sure how to add f luid,
contact your dealer.
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4. 6.
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T ransmission Fluid
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V6 models LOWER
MARK
UPPER
MARK
Using transmission f luid other than
Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 may cause
deterioration in transmission operation
and durability, and could result in
damage to the transmission.
Use only Honda Genuine ATF-Z1
(Automatic Transmission Fluid). Do
not mix with other transmission f luids.
Damage resulting f rom the use of
transmission f luid other than Honda
Genuine ATF-Z1 is not covered by the
Honda new vehicle warranty.
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Specif icat ions (2.4engine models)
384
Dimensions
Seating Capacities
Capacities
Weights
Air Conditioning
Engine 110.2 in (2,800 mm)
62.6 in (1,590 mm)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
194.1 in (4,930 mm)
72.7 in (1,847 mm)
58.1 in (1,475 mm)
4.8 US qt (4.5
)
2.6 US qt (2.5)
6.9 US qt (6.5
)
2.6 US qt (2.5)
2.1 US qt (2.0)
2.0 US qt (1.9)
5.6 US qt (5.3)
4.2 US qt (4.0)
4.4 US qt (4.2)
2.11 US gal (8.0
)
2.14 US gal (8.1)
1.56 US gal (5.9
)
1.59 US gal (6.0)
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62.2 in (1,580 mm) Total
FrontRear
Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Manual trans-
mission fluidAutomatic
transmission
fluid
Windshield
washer
reservoir
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity: 0.180 US gal (0.68
)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb.
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type HFC-134a (R-134a)
14.1 15.9 oz (400 450 g)
ND-OIL8
Water cooled 4-stroke
DOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder gasoline engine
3.43 x 3.9 in (87.0 x 99.0 mm) 144 cu-in (2,354 cm
)
10.5 : 1
ILZKR7B11S SXU22HCR11S
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs (U.S.)
Spark plugs (Canada)
SXU22HCR11S
ILZKR7B11S
DILZKR7A11GS 18.5 US gal (70.0
)
Approx.
Change Manual Automatic
Total ManualAutomatic
1: 2:
NGK:
DENSO: Change
Including filter
Without filter
Total
ChangeTotal
ChangeTotal U.S.
Canada
Front/Rear
ULEV PZEV
1: 2: EX,EX-L
NGK:NGK:
DENSO:
LX, LX-P1 2
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Specif ications (V6 models)
386
Dimensions
Seating Capacities
Capacities
Weights
Air Conditioning
Engine 110.2 in (2,800 mm)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track 194.3 in (4,936 mm)
72.7 in (1,847 mm)
58.1 in (1,475 mm)
62.2 in (1,580 mm)Total
FrontRear
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Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil Automatic
transmission
fluid
Windshield
washer
reservoir 1.74 US gal (6.6
)
2.27 US gal (8.6)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
4.5 US qt (4.3)
5.3 US qt (5.0
)
3.5 US qt (3.3)
7.9 US qt (7.5)
2.6 US qt (2.5
)
4.8 US qt (4.5)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity:
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine 0.180 US gal (0.68
)
Gross vehicle weight rating See the certification label attached
to the driver’s doorjamb.
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type HFC-134a (R-134a)
14.1 15.9 oz (400 450 g)
ND-OIL8
3.50 x 3.66 in (89.0 x 93.0 mm) 212 cu-in (3,471 cm
)
10.5 : 1
ILZKR7B11 SXU22HCR11DILZKR7A11G
Type
BorexStroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Spark plugs (U.S.)
Spark plugs (Canada) ILZKR7B11
SXU22HCR11 18.5 US gal (70.0
)
Water cooled 4-stroke
SOHC i-VTEC 6-cylinder (V6)
gasoline engine Approx.
1: 2: Change
Including filter
Without filter
Total
ChangeTotal U.S.
Canada
ChangeTotal
ULEVPZEV
Front/Rear
NGK:
DENSO:NGK:NGK:
DENSO:
2
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CONT INUED
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Accessories . 271
ACCESSORY
...............
(Ignition Key Position) . 78
............
Accessory Power Sockets . 111
..................
Active Head Restraints . 96
....................
Additives, Engine Oil . 317
...........................
Advanced Airbags . 25
...............................
Airbag (SRS) . 9, 21
..........
Airbag System Components . 21
......
Air Conditioning System . 120, 125
.................................
Usage . 123, 126
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires . 343
......................................
Antif reeze . 320
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
...............................
Indicator . 58, 291
...................................
Operation . 291
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 213
.
Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 78
................................
Audio System . 133
.....
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 80
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 19
.............
Automatic Speed Control . 223
..............
Automatic Transmission . 284
..................
Capacity, Fluid . 384, 386 .......................................
Shif ting . 284
Shif t Lever Position
...............................
Indicators . 284
................
Shif t Lever Positions . 284
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 287
......................
Auxiliary Input Jack . 212
Battery
Charging System ...........................
Indicator . 56, 369
............................
Jump Starting . 364
..............................
Maintenance . 351
....................
Specif ications . 385, 387
..............................
Bef ore Driving . 259
....................................
Belts,Seat .8,18
.........................
Beverage Holders . 111
.......
Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink. 230
..................................
Booster Seats . 48
Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 291
.............
Break-in, New Linings . 260
....................
Bulb Replacement . 334
...........................................
Fluid . 326
.......................................
Parking . 109 .................
System Indicator . 57, 371
........................
Wear Indicators . 290
.............................
Braking System . 290
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle . 260
..
Brightness Control, Instruments . 72
Bulb Replacement
..........................
Back-up Lights . 334
..............................
Brake Lights . 334
.................................
Fog Lights . 336
................
Front Parking Lights . 332
.................................
Headlights . 329
.........
High-mount Brake Light . 335
................................
Rear Lights . 334
....................
Specif ications . 385, 387
............
Turn Signal Lights . 332, 334
......................
Bulbs, Halogen . 329, 336
...................
Capacities Chart . 384, 386
.............
Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 51
.............................
Carrying Cargo . 273
.............
CAUTION, Explanation of . iii
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CD Care . 206
Index
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INDEX
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DANGER, Explanation of . iii
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Dashboard . 3, 54
..........
Daytime Running Lights . 61, 71
Daytime Running Lights
.......................................
Indicator . 61
.................................
Dead Battery . 364
.........
Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 402
................
Def ogger, Rear Window . 74
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Def rosting the Windows . 124, 129
............................
Dimensions . 384, 386
...............
Dimming the Headlights . 69
Dipstick
..........
Automatic Transmission . 323
..................................
Engine Oil . 266
..........................
Directional Signals . 69
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 290
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil . 319
Doors
..........................
Auto Door Lock . 80
.......................
Auto Door Unlock . 83
..............
Childproof Door Locks . 86
..............
Locking and Unlocking . 79
..........
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 388
..........................
CD Changer . 163, 194
.......................................
CD Player . 141
........................
Certif ication Label . 382
............................................
Chains . 349
....................
Changing a Flat Tire . 357
Changing Oil
........................................
How to . 318
......................................
When to . 307
...
Charging System Indicator . 56, 369
............
Check Fuel Cap Message . 262
............
Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 280
.....................................
Child Saf ety . 33
..............................
Booster Seats . 48
.............................
Child Seats . 40, 41
Important Saf ety
..........................
Reminders . 33-50
..........................................
Inf ants . 38
..........................
Larger Children . 47
.........................................
LATCH . 42
......................
Risks with Airbags . 34
.............................
Small Children . 39
..........................................
Tether . 46
...........................
Warning Labels . 52
..........
Where Should a Child Sit . 34
.......................................
Child Seats . 33
.........................................
LATCH . 42 ..........
Tether Anchorage Points . 46
..................
Childproof Door Locks . 86
................
Cleaning the Seat Belts . 338
...............
Climate Control System . 125
..............................................
Clock . 214
...................................
Clutch Fluid . 327
..................
CO in the Exhaust . 51, 396
............
Cold Weather, Starting in . 281
..............................
Compact Spare . 356
.........................................
Compass . 219
.................
Console Compartment . 112
.................
Consumer Inf ormation . 400
.............
Controls, Instruments and . 53
Coolant
........................................
Adding . 320
....................................
Checking . 267
.........................
Proper Solution . 320
...................
Temperature Gauge . 66
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System . 394
................
Cruise Control Indicator . 62
............
Cruise Control Operation . 223
.........................
Customer Service . 400
Index
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Downshif ting, Manual.............................
Transmission . 282
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
...........................................
Driving . 279
....................................
Economy . 268
..........
Dual Temperature Control . 130
..................
Dust and Pollen Filter . 339
..............................
Economy, Fuel . 268
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
........................................
System . 293
..................................
Emergencies . 355
.............
Battery, Jump Starting . 364
...........
Brake System Indicator . 371
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 357
.....
Charging System Indicator . 369
.........
Hazard Warning Flashers . 73
............................
Jump Starting . 364
..................
Checking the Fuses . 372
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 369
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 370
..................
Overheated Engine . 367
.......................................
Towing . 379
.........................
Emergency Brake . 109 ......................
Emergency Flashers . 73
......................
Emergency Towing . 379
.......................
Emissions Controls . 394
........................
Emissions Testing . 397Engine
............
Adding Engine Coolant . 320
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge . 66
.........................
If It Won’t Start . 362
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 370
.......................
Oil Lif e Indicator . 307
..............
Oil Pressure Indicator . 369
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use . 316
...............................
Overheating . 367
....................
Specif ications . 384, 386
....................
Speed Limiter . 283, 287
.......................................
Starting . 281
..........
Engine Speed Limiter . 283, 287
......................
Ethanol in Gasoline . 261
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 394
...............................
Exhaust Fumes . 51
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
........................................
Belts by . 16
..........................
Fan, Interior . 121, 128 .........................................
Features . 119
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 261
Filters
........................
Dust and Pollen . 339
...............................................
Oil . 318
.............
Flashers, Hazard Warning . 73
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 357
Fluids
..........
Automatic Transmission . 324
..........................................
Brake . 326
.........................................
Clutch . 327
..............
Manual Transmission . 325
..........................
Power Steering . 327
..................
Windshield Washer . 322
........................................
Fog Lights . 72
...........................
Folding Rear Seat . 97
..........................
Four-way Flashers . 73
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Front Airbags . 9, 23
Index
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