HONDA ACCORD 2013 9.G Owners Manual

uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
51 0Maintenance
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.■Automatic Tra nsmission FluidSpecified fluid: Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)6-cylinder models
1Automatic Transmission FluidNOTICEDo not mix Honda ATF DW-1 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission fluid other than Honda ATF
DW-1 may adversely affect the operation and
durability of your vehicle's transmission, and damage
the transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Honda ATF DW-1 is not covered
by Honda's new vehicle warranty.

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uu Maintenance Under the Hood uBrake/Clutch Fluid
Maintenance
Brake/Clutch FluidUse the same fluid for both the brakes and clutch.
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir.
The fluid level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir.Specified fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3■Checking the Brake Fluid
1Brake/Clutch FluidNOTICEBrake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your
vehicle's braking system and can cause extensive
damage.
If the specified brake fluid is not available, you should
use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed
container as a temporary replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion
and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the
brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy
Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.
If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect for lea ks or worn brake pads as
soon as possible.
Brake Reservoir
MINMAX■Checking the Clutch FluidManual transmission models
1 Checking the Clutch Fluid
If the clutch fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,
have a dealer inspect for leaks or an excessively worn
clutch plate as soon as possible.
Clutch Reservoir
MIN MAX

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uu Maintenance Under the Hood uRefilling Window Washer Fluid
Maintenance
Refilling Window Washer FluidCheck the amount of window washer fluid by looking at the reservoir.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
If the washer fluid is low, the washer level
indicator comes on.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
1 Refilling Window Washer FluidNOTICEDo not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
Antifreeze can damage your vehicle's paint. A
vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield
washer pump.
Canadian models

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Maintenance
Replacing Light BulbsHeadlight BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Unlock the holding clips, then remove the
upper part of the air intake duct and the air
intake tube.
1. Remove the engine coolant reservoir.High beam headlight:
60 W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)
Low beam headlight:
LED type
*
Low beam headlight:
55 W (H11 for halogen bulb type)
*
■High Beam Headlight
1Headlight BulbsNOTICEHalogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overheat and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the trunk or tow a trailer, have the
aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.
When replacing a halogen bulb, handle it by its base,
and protect the glass from contact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
The exterior lights' inside lenses (headlights, brake
lamps, etc.) may fog temporarily after a car wash or
while driving in the rain. This does not impact the
exterior light function.
However, if you see a large amount of water or ice
accumulated inside the lenses, have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
Tube
Holding Clip
Holding Clips
Driver side6-cylinder modelsPassenger sideAll models
* Not available on all models

uuReplacing Light Bulbs uHeadlight Bulbs
51 4Maintenance
2. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
3. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
4. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
5. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
1High Beam Headlight
Press down the central pin until it clicks to unlock it.
Push the central pin back to lock the clip. Then, insert
the clip into the hole and press on the central pin
until it is flat.Holding clip
Central pin
Push until
the pin is
flat.
Tab
Coupler
Bulb

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uu Replacing Light Bulbs uFog Light Bulbs
*
Maintenance
1. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
2. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
3. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
4. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
Fog Light Bulbs
*
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Loosen the screw using a Phillips-head
screwdriver.
u Be careful not to rotate the screwdriver
more than one or two times to the left.
The screw may drop down.■Low Beam Headlights
1Low Beam Headlights
Low beam headlight bulbs are LED type. Have an
authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace the light
bulbs.Models with LED low beam headlights
Models with halogen low beam headlights
Tab
Coupler
Bulb
Fog Light: 35 W (H8)
1
Fog Light Bulbs
*
NOTICEHalogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration,
or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
The fog lights are halogen bulbs.
When replacing a bulb, handle it by its plastic case,
and protect the glass from contact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Screw
Driver side
* Not available on all models

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uu Replacing Light Bulbs uFog Light Bulbs
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Maintenance
2. Insert a flat-tip screwdriver into the tab on
the cover, then pull straight out as indicated
to remove the cover.
3. Remove the screws using a Phillips-head
screwdriver and carefully pull the fog light
assembly out of the bumper.
4. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
5. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
6. Insert a new bulb into the fog light
assembly and turn it to the right.
7. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
Tab
ScrewsTab
Coupler Bulb

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uu Replacing Light Bulbs uFog Light Bulbs
*
Maintenance
1. Remove the holding clips, then push up the
under cover.
2. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
3. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
4. Insert a new bulb into the fog light
assembly and turn it to the right.
5. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
Holding
Clips
Under Cover
Passenger side
Tab
Coupler
Bulb

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uu Replacing Light Bulbs uFront Turn Signal/Side Marker Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Front Turn Signal/Side Marker Light BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Turn the steering wheel all the way to the
opposite side from the light being replaced.
Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel
to the left.
Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to the
right.
2. Remove the holding clips and screw, and
pull the inner fender back.
3. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
4. Push in the old bulb, rotate to the left until
it unlocks, and remove.
5. Insert a new bulb.Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light Bulbs
*
Door mirrors have the side turn lights. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and
replace the light bulbs.Front Turn Signal/Side Marker Light: 24/2.2 CP (Amber)
1Front Turn Signal/Side Marker Light Bulbs
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the
central pin to remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the central pin raised, and push
until it is flat.
Central pin
Push until the
pin is flat.
Holding Clip
Screw
BulbSocket
* Not available on all models

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uu Replacing Light Bulbs uParking/Daytime Running Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Parking/Daytime Runnin g Light BulbsParking/daytime running light bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer
inspect and replace the light bulbs.Parking Light BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.
Turn the steering wheel and pull the inner fender back in the same way as when
replacing the front turn signal/side marker light bulbs.2Front Turn Signal/Side Marker Light Bulbs P. 518
1.Turn the socket to the left and remove it,
then remove the old bulb.
2. Insert a new bulb.
Parking Light: 5 WModels with LED type parking/daytime running lightsModels with bulb type parking lights
Bulb Socket