octane HONDA ACCORD COUPE 2004 CL7 / 7.G Owners Manual

Help assure your vehicle’s f uture
reliability and perf ormance by paying
extra attention to how you drive
during the f irst 600 miles (1,000 km).
During this period:Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid
acceleration.
Avoidhardbrakingforthefirst
200 miles (300 km).
Do not change the oil until the
scheduled maintenance time.
You should also f ollow these re-
commendations with an overhauled
or exchanged engine, or when the
brakes are replaced. If you drive with the low engine
speed (below than about 1,000 rpm),
you may f eel the engine knocking. In
this case, you can use premium
unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane number of 91 or higher to
prevent the engine f rom knocking.
We recommend gasolines containing
detergent additives that help prevent
f uel system and engine deposits.In addition, in order to maintain good
perf ormance, f uel economy, and
emissions control, we strongly
recommend, in areas where it is
available, the use of gasoline that
does NOT contain manganese-based
f uel additives such as MMT.
We also recommend that you should
not tow a trailer during the f irst 500
miles (800 km). Your Honda is designed to operate
on unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane number of 86 or higher. Use
of a lower octane gasoline can cause
occasional metallic knocking noises
in the engine and will result in
decreased engine perf ormance.
Use of gasoline with these additives
may adversely af f ect perf ormance,
and cause the Malfunction Indicator
Lamp on your instrument panel to
come on. If this happens, contact
your authorized Honda dealer f or
service.
Some gasoline today is blended with
oxygenates such as ethanol or
MTBE. Your vehicle is designed to
operate on oxygenated gasoline
containing up to 10 percent ethanol
by volume and up to 15 percent
MTBE by volume. Do not use
gasoline containing methanol.
On EX-V6 with manual transmission
Break-in Period, Gasoline T ype
Bef ore Driving
Break-in Period Gasoline Type
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The maintenance schedule assumes
you will use your vehicle as normal
transportation for passengers and
their possessions. You should also
f ollow these recommendations:
Avoid exceeding your vehicle’s
load limit. This puts excess stress
on the engine, brakes, and many
other vehicle parts. The load limit
is shown on the tire inf ormation
label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Operate your vehicle on
reasonable roads within legal
speed limits. Service your vehicle according to the
time and mileage periods on one of
the Maintenance Schedules on the
f ollowing pages.
Follow the
Maintenance Schedule f or Severe
Conditions if you drive your vehicle
MAINLY under one or more of the
f ollowing conditions.
Driving less than 5 miles (8 km)
per trip or, in f reezing
temperatures, driving less than 10
miles (16 km) per trip.
Driving in extremely hot [over
90°F (32°C)] conditions. Trailer towing, driving with a roof
rack, or driving in mountainous
conditions.
Driving on muddy, dusty, or de-
iced roads.
If you only OCCASIONALLY
drive under a ‘‘severe’’ condition, you
should f ollow the Maintenance
Schedule f or Normal Conditions.
Follow the
Maintenance Schedule f or Severe
Conditions.
Drive your vehicle regularly over a
distance of several miles
(kilometers).
Always use unleaded gasoline with
theproperoctanerating(seepage ). Extensive idling or long periods of
stop and go driving, such as a taxi
or a commercial delivery vehicle.
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Maintenance Schedule
Maint enance
Which Schedule to Follow:
U.S. Owners
Canadian Owners
203
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Some conventional gasolines are
being blended with alcohol or an
ether compound. These gasolines
are collectively ref erred to as
oxygenated f uels. To meet clean air
standards, some areas of the United
States and Canada use oxygenated
f uels to help reduce emissions.
If you use an oxygenated f uel, be
sure it is unleaded and meets the
minimum octane rating requirement.
Bef ore using an oxygenated f uel, try
to conf irm the f uel’s contents. Some
states/provinces require this
informationtobepostedonthepump.The f ollowing are the U.S. EPA and
Canadian CGSB approved
percentages of oxygenates:
(ethyl or grain alcohol)
You may use gasoline containing up
to 10 percent ethanol by volume.
Gasoline containing ethanol may be
marketed under the name ‘‘Gasohol.’’
(Methyl Tertiary Butyl
Ether)
You may use gasoline containing up
to 15 percent MTBE by volume.
(methyl or wood
alcohol)
Your vehicle was not designed to use
fuel that contains methanol.
Methanol can corrode metal parts in
the fuel system, and also damage
plastic and rubber components. This
damage would not be covered by
your warranties. If you notice any undesirable
operating symptoms, try another
service station or switch to another
brand of gasoline.
Fuel system damage or perf ormance
problems resulting f rom the use of
an oxygenated f uel containing more
than the percentages of oxygenates
given above are not covered under
warranty.
Oxygenated Fuels
T echnical Inf ormation
ET HA NOL
MT BE
MET HA NOL
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If you are planning to take your
Honda outside the U.S. or Canada,
contact the tourist bureaus in the
areas you will be traveling in to f ind
out about the availability of unleaded
gasoline with the proper octane
rating.
If unleaded gasoline is not available,
be aware that using leaded gasoline
in your Honda will af f ect perf or-
mance and fuel mileage, and damage
its emissions controls. It will no
longer comply with U.S. and
Canadian emissions regulations, and
will be illegal to operate in North
America. To bring your vehicle back
into compliance will require the re-
placement of several components,
such as the oxygen sensors and the
three way catalytic converter. These
replacements are not covered under
warranty.
Driving in Foreign Countries
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Fuel . 164
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Fill Door and Cap . 165
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Gauge . 67
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Octane Requirement . 164
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Oxygenated . 164
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Tank, Ref ueling . 165
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Fuses, Checking the . 275
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 170
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Gasohol . 164
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Gasoline . 164
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Gauge . 67
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Octane Requirement . 164
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Tank, Ref ueling . 165
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Gas Station Procedures . 165
Gauges
...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 67
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Fuel . 67
Gearshif t Lever Positions ..........
Automatic Transmission . 183
5-speed Manual
.........................
Transmission . 180
6-speed Manual .........................
Transmission . 180 ........................................
Glove Box . 99
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
.....................................
(GVWR) . 195 ... Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 282
Ignition
..............................................
Keys . 75
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Switch . 77
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Timing Control System . 294
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Immobilizer System . 76
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
.........................................
Indicators . 58
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ABS (Auti-lock Brake) . 60, 189
Brake (Parking and Brake
............................
System) . 59, 271
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Charging System . 58, 269
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Cruise Control . 63
DRL (Daytime Running
......................................
Lights) . 63
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High Beam . 63
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 61
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Low Fuel . 62
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Low Oil Pressure . 58, 268
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Side Airbag Of f . 59
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SRS . 59
Turn Signal and Hazard
...................................
Warning . 61
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Washer Level . 63
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 233
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 72
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Headlights . 70
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Aiming . 233
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Automatic Lighting Off . 71
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Daytime Running Lights . 71
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Low Beams, Turning on . 70
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Reminder Chime . 70
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Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 233
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Turning on . 70
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Head Restraints . 88
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Heating and Cooling . 108
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Heated Mirror . 96
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Heater, Seat . 90
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High Altitude, Starting at . 179
HomeLink Universal
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Transceiver . 159
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Hood Latch . 232
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Hood, Opening the . 166
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Hydraulic Clutch . 231
Index
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Neutral Gear Position . 184
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New Vehicle Break-in . 164
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Normal Shif t Speeds . 181
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NOTICE, Explanation of . ii
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Numbers, Identif ication . 282
...
Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 164
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Odometer . 65
Odometer/Outside Temperature
................................
Indicator . 65, 66
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Odometer, Trip . 65
Oil
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Change, How to . 218
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Change, When to . 205, 210
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Checking Engine . 168
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Pressure Indicator . 58, 268
Selecting Proper Viscosity
......................................
Chart . 218
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 77
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Operation in Foreign Countries . 292
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Outside Mirrors . 96
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Outside Temperature . 66 ....................
Overheating, Engine . 266
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Owner’s Maintenance Checks . 204
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Oxygenated Fuel . 164
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Radiator Overheating . 266
Radio/CD Sound
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System . 120, 134
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Readiness Codes . 270
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 238
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Rear Seat Access . 86
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Rear Seat, Folding . 89
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Rear View Mirror . 95
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Rear Window Def ogger . 73
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Reclining the Seat Backs . 83, 85
Recommended Shif t
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Speeds . 181
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Reminder Indicators . 58
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Remote Transmitter . 79
Replacement Inf ormation
..............
Dust and Pollen Filter . 242
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Engine Oil and Filter . 218
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Fuses . 275
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Light Bulbs . 233
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Schedule . 205, 210
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Panel Brightness Control . 72
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Park Gear Position . 184
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Parking . 187
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Parking Brake . 97
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Parking Lights . 70
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 187
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PGM-FI System . 294
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Pollen Filter . 242
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Power Door Locks . 78
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Power Socket Locations . 98
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Power Windows . 91
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 16
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Protecting Adults and Teens . 11
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Additional Safety Precautions . 16
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 16
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Protecting Children . 32
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Protecting Inf ants . 37
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Protecting Larger Children . 47
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Protecting Small Children . 38 Using Child Seats with
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Tethers . 45
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Using LATCH . 41
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5-speed manual transmission:6-speed manual transmission:
Service Inf ormat ion Summary
Gasoline:
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Recommended Engine Oil:
Automatic Transmission Fluid: 5-speed/6-speed Manual
Transmission Fluid:
Power Steering Fluid:
Brake Fluid:Tire Pressure (measured cold):
SpareTirePressure:
17.09 US gal (64.7)
4.4 US qt (4.2)
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm
)
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
4.5 US qt (4.3
) 2.0 US qt (1.9
)
30 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm
)
29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm
)
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
29 psi (200 kPa , 2.0 kgf/cm
)
2.3 US qt (2.2)
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane
number of 86 or higher.
API Premium grade 5W-20
detergent oil (see page ).
Oil change capacity (including
filter): Honda Manual Transmission
Fluid preferred, or an SAE 10W-30
or 10W-40 motor oil as a
temporary replacement (see
pages and ).
Honda Power Steering Fluid
preferred, or another brand of
power steering fluid as a
temporary replacement. Do not
use ATF (see page ).
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ). Front:
Rear:
Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid) preferred, or
aDEXRON
III ATF as a
temporary replacement (see
pages and ). Capacity:
4-cylinder models
6-cylinder models All other models
4-cylinder LX
EX-V6 with M/T
228 229
Front:
Rear:
Front:
Rear:
217
231230
227
225
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