oil viscosity HONDA ACCORD COUPE 2007 CL7 / 7.G Owners Manual

Honda Motor Oil is the pref erred
5W-20 lubricant f or your vehicle. It is
highly recommended that you use
Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle f or
optimum engine protection. Make
sure the API Certif ication Seal says
‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect the engine or transmission
perf ormance and durability.
The oil viscosity or weight is
provided on the container’s label.
5W-20 oil is f ormulated f or year-
round protection of your vehicle to
improve cold weather starting and
f uel economy. You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API certif ication seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals shown on the information
display.
Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the maintenance
messages shown on the inf ormation
display. The oil and f ilter collect
contaminants that can damage your
engine if they are not removed
regularly.
Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lif t f or this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
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Synthetic Oil
Engine Oil A dditives Changing the Oil and Filter
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter
Maint enance
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Ambient Temperature
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Check the f luid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle
sitting on level ground. Remove
the transmission f iller bolt, and
caref ully f eel inside the bolt hole
with your f inger.Check the f luid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle sitting
on level ground.
The f luid level should be up to the
edge of the bolt hole. If it is not, add
Honda Manual Transmission Fluid
(MTF) until it starts to run out of the
hole. Reinstall the f iller bolt, and
tighten it securely.
If Honda MTF is not available, you
may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
viscosity motor oil with the API
Certif ication seal that says ‘‘FOR
GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a
temporary replacement. However,
motor oil does not contain the proper
additives, and continued use can
cause stiffer shifting. Replace as
soon as it is convenient.
If you are not sure how to check and
add f luid, contact your dealer. Remove the check bolt and look f or
transmission f luid coming out of the
bolt hole. If a small amount of f luid
drips out of the bolt hole, reinstall
the check bolt.
On 4-cylinder models On EX-V6 model
T ransmission Fluid
Manual TransmissionManual Transmission
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FILLER BOLT
Correct level CHECK BOLT
WASHER
DRAIN BOLT
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If no f luid comes out, remove the
f iller bolt. Slowly add Honda Manual
Transmission Fluid (MTF) until it
starts to run out of the check bolt
hole. Let the f luid run out until it
stops, then reinstall the check bolt
and the f iller bolt.If Honda MTF is not available, you
may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
viscosity motor oil with the API
Certif ication seal that says ‘‘FOR
GASOLINE ENGINES’’ as a
temporary replacement. However,
motor oil does not contain the proper
additives, and continued use can
cause stiffer shifting. Replace as
soon as it is convenient.
If you are not sure how to check and
add f luid, contact your dealer.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)
Check the brake f luid level in the
reservoir monthly.
Replace the brake f luid according to
the time recommendation in the
maintenance minder schedule.
Pour the f luid to the f iller hole slowly
and caref ully so you do not spill.
Clean up any spills immediately; it
could damage components in the
engine compartment.
Brake and Clutch Fluid
Transmission Fluid, Brake and Clutch Fluid
Maint enance
243
FILLER BOLT
WASHER
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Net, Cargo . 196
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Neutral Gear Position . 204
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New Vehicle Break-in . 184
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Normal Shif t Speeds . 201
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NOTICE, Explanation of . i
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Numbers, Identif ication . 288
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Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 184
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Odometer . 63
Oil
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Change, How to . 233
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Change, When to . 221
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Checking Engine . 188
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Pressure Indicator . 57, 276
Selecting Proper Viscosity
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Chart . 233
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 76
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor
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Recovery . 297
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Outside Mirrors . 95
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Label, Certif ication . 288
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Lane Change, Signaling . 69
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 14, 17
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LATCH Anchorage System . 41
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Lighting Of f Feature, Automatic . 70
Lights
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Bulb Replacement . 246
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Indicator . 55, 56
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Parking . 69
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Turn Signal . 69
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Load Limits . 194
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 76
Locks
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Anti-thef t Steering Column . 76
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Fuel Fill Door . 185
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Glove Box . 98
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Power Door . 77
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Trunk . 81
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Low Coolant Level . 189, 236
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Low Fuel Indicator . 60
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 57, 276
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Lower Anchors . 41
Lubricant Specif ications
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Chart . 290, 292 ...........
Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 193
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Luggage Net (Cargo Net) . 196
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Maintenance . 219
Owner’s Maintenance ...................................
Checks . 226
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Record . 228
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Minder . 66, 221
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Minder Indicator . 61
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Saf ety . 220
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 57, 277
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Manual Transmission . 200
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Checking Fluid Level . 242
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Reverse Lockout . 202
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Shif ting . 200
Manual Transmission ...........................................
Fluid . 242
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Mats, Floor . 251
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Meters, Gauges . 63
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Methanol in Gasoline . 184
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Mirrors, Adjusting . 95
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Modif ying Your Vehicle . 192
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Moonroof . 94
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Closing Manually . 279 .....................................
Operation . 94
Index
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Treadwear . 294
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Treadwear Indicators . 257
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Trip Meter . 64
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Trunk . 81
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Cargo Net . 196
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Emergency Opener . 81
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Hooks . 196
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Opening the . 81
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Open Monitor Indicator . 61
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Turn Signals . 69
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WARNING, Explanation of . ii
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Warning Button, Hazard . 71
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Warning Labels, Location of . 51
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Warranty Coverages . 303
Washer, Windshield
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Checking the Fluid Level . 238
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Level Indicator . 60
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Operation . 68
Wheels ...............
Adjusting the Steering . 73
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Alignment and Balance . 257
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Compact Spare . 264 ...............................
Nut Wrench . 266
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Replacing . 258
Windows ...............................
Auto Reverse . 92
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Operating the Power . 91
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Rear, Def ogger . 72
Windshield .......................................
Cleaning . 68
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Def roster . 111, 115, 120
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Washers . 68
Wipers, Windshield
.......................
Changing Blades . 252
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Operation . 68
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Worn Tires . 257
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Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 285
Unexpected, Taking Care
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of the . 263
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 294
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Unleaded Gasoline . 184
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 235
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Using a Booster Seat . 47
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Vanity Mirror . 101
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Vehicle Capacity Load . 194
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Vehicle Dimensions . 290, 292
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Vehicle Identif ication Number . 288 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
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System . 211
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VSA System Indicator . 62, 211
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VSA Activation Indicator . 62, 211
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VSA Of f Switch . 212
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Vehicle Storage . 262
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Ventilation . 110
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VIN . 288
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Viscosity, Oil . 233
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Voice Control System . 117, 149
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