brake HONDA ACCORD COUPE 2017 9.G Quick Guide

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DRIVING
DRIVING
Eco Assist System
Can help improve fuel economy by adjusting the performance of the engine\
,
transmission, climate control system, and cruise control.
ECON Button
Press the
eCoN button to turn the system on or off.
The
eCoN Mode indicator and a message in the
multi-information display* appear when the system
is turned on.
Ambient Meter
Color-coded bars change based on your driving
style and brake or accelerator pedal operation.
Green: Fuel-efficient driving
Light green: Moderate acceleration/deceleration
White: Aggressive acceleration/deceleration
Ambient meter
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
Also known as electronic Stability Control (eSC), vSA helps to stabilize the vehicle
during cornering if the vehicle turns more or less than what was intende\
d. It
assists in maintaining traction on slippery surfaces by regulating engin\
e
output and
selectively applying the brakes.
Turning VSA On or Off
vSA is turned on every time you start the engine,
even if you previously turned it off. If you turn
vSA
off, your vehicle has normal braking and cornering
ability

, but
vSA traction and stability enhancement
become less effective.
Press and hold the
vSA oFF button until you hear a
beep to turn
vSA on or off. The vSA oFF indicator
appears when the system is off.
T

raction control becomes less effective, which may make it easier when trying to
free your vehicle if it is stuck in mud or snow.
VSA OFF indicator
*if equipped
Cruise Control*
Maintain a constant vehicle speed without having to keep your foot on th\
e
accelerator pedal. Use cruise control on freeways or open roads where yo\
u can
travel at a constant speed with little acceleration or deceleration.
Activating and Setting the Vehicle Speed
1.
Press the CrUISe button. The CrUISe MAIN indicator
appears.
2.
Accelerate to the desired speed (above 25 mph/
40 km/h). T

ake your foot off the pedal and press the -/
S
eT button to set the speed. The CrUISe CoNTroL
indicator appears.
Adjusting the Vehicle Speed
Press the
reS/+ button to increase speed, or the -/SeT
button to decrease speed.
each time you press the button, the vehicle speed is
increased or decreased by about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). If you
keep the button pressed, the vehicle speed increases or
decreases until you release it.
Canceling Cruise Control
Press the CANC
eL or CrUISe buttons, or the brake pedal.
The C
rUISe CoNTroL indicator goes off.
After cruise control has been canceled, you can still
resume the prior set speed by pressing the
reS/+ button
while driving at a speed of at least 25 mph (40 km/h).
Press the C
rUISe button to turn the system off.
*if equipped
Improper use of cruise control can lead to a crash.
Use cruise control only when traveling on open highways in good weather.
WARNING
CrUISe button
reS/+ button
-/S
eT button
CANC
eL button

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DRIVING
DRIVING
*if equipped
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed and a set following interval beh\
ind a
vehicle detected ahead of yours.
Activating and Setting the Vehicle Speed
1.
Press the MAIN button. The ACC indicator appears
in the multi-information display.
2.
Accelerate to the desired speed (above 25 mph/
40 km/h). T

ake your foot off the pedal and press the
-/S
eT button to set the speed.
Adjusting the Vehicle Speed
Press the
reS/+ button to increase speed or the -/SeT
button to decrease speed.
each time you press the button, the vehicle speed is
increased or decreased by about 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
If you keep the button pressed, the vehicle speed
increases or decreases by 5 mph or 5 km/h until you
release it.
Adjusting the Following Interval
Press the Interval button to change the following
interval.
each time you press the button, the setting
cycles through extra long, long, middle, and short.
MAIN button
RES/+ button
CANCEL button
-/SET button
Interval button
During Operation
If a vehicle is detected ahead of you when ACC is turned on, the system \
maintains,
accelerates, or decelerates your vehicle’s set speed to keep the vehicle’s set
following interval from the vehicle ahead.
You can temporarily increase the vehicle speed
when you press the accelerator pedal. ACC stays
on unless you cancel it. When you release the
accelerator pedal, the system resumes the set
speed or a sufficient speed to maintain the following
interval.
If a vehicle detected ahead of you slows down
abruptly, or if another vehicle cuts in front of you,
a beep sounds and B
rAKe appears on the multi-
information display to alert you.
ACC has limited braking capability

.
When your vehicle speed drops below 22 mph (35 km/h), ACC will
automatically cancel and no longer will apply your vehicle’s brakes.
Always be prepared to apply the brake pedal when conditions require.
WARNING
Canceling ACC
Press the CANC
eL or MAIN button, or press the brake
pedal. The ACC indicator goes off.
Certain conditions may cause ACC to cancel
automatically

. When this happens, the amber ACC
indicator appears on the multi-information display
(see page 23).
After adaptive cruise control has been canceled, you
can still resume the prior set speed by pressing
reS/+
when your vehicle speed is over 25 mph (40 km/h).
Improper use of ACC can lead to a crash.
Use ACC only when traveling on open highways in good weather.
WARNING
Beep
Switching to Standard Cruise Control
Press and hold the Interval button. Cruise Mode appears in the multi-inf\
ormation
display. Press and hold the button again to switch back to ACC.
Interval Short Middle LongExtra Long
Approx.
Gap
(seconds) 1.1 1.5 2.1 3.0

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DRIVING
DRIVING
LaneWatch™*
Check the passenger-side rear areas in the upper display when the right turn signal
is activated.
Activating LaneWatch
Activate the right turn signal. The LaneWatch display
appears. Check the display for blind spots, and
visually confirm that it is safe to change lanes.
You can also press the LaneWatch button on the end
of the turn signal switch to view a constant real-time
display. Press it again to turn the display off.
Changing SettingsCustomize the display and how and when the display appears.
1.
From the Home screen, select Settings.
2.
Select Camera.
3.
Select LaneWatch.
4.
Select an option and make the preferred changes.
5.
Press BACK to exit the menu.
Important Safety Reminder
Like all assistance systems, LaneWatch has limitations.
over

-reliance on the system
may result in a collision.
*if equipped
LaneWatch display
Failure to visually confirm that it is safe to change lanes before doi\
ng so may
result in a crash and serious injury or death.
Do not rely only on LaneWatch while driving. Always look in your mirrors, to
either side of your vehicle, and behind you for other vehicles before ch\
anging
lanes.
WARNING
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)*
Can assist you when there is a possibility of your vehicle colliding wit\
h a vehicle or a
pedestrian detected in front of yours.
The system can give you visual, audible, and tactile alerts when a poten\
tial collision
is determined, and reduce your vehicle speed to help minimize collision \
severity
when a collision is deemed unavoidable.
When a potential collision with a detected oncoming vehicle is determine\
d, a B
rAKe
message appears in the multi-information display

, the head-up warning lights flash,
a beep sounds, and the steering wheel vibrates.
The system activates when:
•
The speed difference between your vehicle and a vehicle or pedestrian de\
tected
in front of you is about 3 mph (5 km/h) and over with a chance of a co\
llision.
•
Your vehicle speed is about 62 mph (100 km/h) or less and there is a ch\
a

nce of a
collision with an oncoming detected vehicle or a pedestrian in front of \
you.
*if equipped
Alert Stages
The system has three alert stages for a possible collision. Depending on\
the
circumstances or CMBS settings, CMBS may not go through all of the stage\
s
before initiating the last stage.
Stage 1:
visual and audible warning, steering wheel vibrations
Stage 2:


visual and audible warning, light brake application
Stage 3:


visual and audible warning, strong brake application
Beep Head-up

warning lights Steering vibrations
Important Safety Reminder
CMBS is designed to reduce the severity of an unavoidable collision. It \
does not
prevent collisions nor stop the vehicle automatically. It is still your responsibility to
operate the brake pedal and steering wheel appropriately according to th\
e driving
conditions.

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
DRIVING
Refueling
Use the proper fuel and refueling procedure to ensure the best performan\
ce and
safety of your vehicle.
Fuel Information
Use of unleaded gasoline of 87 octane or higher is recommended.
•
Honda recommends ToP TIer Detergent Gasoline where available.
•
Do NoT use gasoline containing more than 15% ethanol.
•
Do NoT use gasoline containing methanol.
•
Do NoT use gasoline containing MMT

.
How to Refuel1.
The fuel fill door is located at the left rear of the
vehicle. Park next to the service pump that is
most accessible.
2.
Turn off the engine.
3.
Push the fuel fill door release handle near the
bottom of the driver’s seat. The fuel fill door
opens.
4.
Turn the fuel fill cap slowly to open. Place the fuel
fill cap in the holder

.
5.
Insert the filler nozzle fully. When the tank is full,
the fuel nozzle clicks off automatically

.
6.
replace the fuel fill cap. T

ighten it until you hear
at least one click. Close the fuel fill door.
Push
Cap
Holder
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously
injured when handling fuel.
•
Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
•
Handle fuel only outdoors.
•
Wipe up spills immediately.
WARNING
We recommend quality gasoline containing detergent additives that help
prevent fuel system and engine deposits. In addition, in order to mainta\
in good
performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend the
use of gasoline that does N
oT contain harmful manganese-based fuel additives
such as MMT

, if such gasoline is available.
NOTICE
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Learn about what to do in critical or emergency situations.
Smart Entry Remote Battery Strength*
If the battery life in your remote transmitter is weak, a beep sounds an\
d the eNGINe
STA
rT/SToP button indicator flashes. A message appears in the multi-information\

display with information on how to start the engine.*
1.
Touch the back of the remote transmitter to the
eNGINe ST

A
rT/SToP button while the indicator is
flashing.
2.
With the brake pedal or clutch pedal pressed,
press the
eNGINe ST

A
rT/SToP button within 10
seconds.
Shift Lever Does Not Move*
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of Par\
k (P).
1.
Set the parking brake.
2.
remove the key from the ignition, or remove the
built-in key from the remote transmitter

.
3.
Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-tip
screwdriver

. Put it into the shift lock release slot as
shown in the image, and remove the cover.
4.
Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
5.
While pushing the key down, press the shift lever
release button and place the shift lever into Neutral
(N). The lock is now released. Have the shift lever
checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
*if equipped
Slo t
Cove r
Release button
Shift lock
release slot
FPO

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Overheating
If the temperature gauge needle is at the H mark, the engine suddenly lo\
ses power,
or steam or spray comes out from under the hood, your engine is overheat\
ing.
1.
Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place. Turn
off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning
lights.
2.
If steam or spray is not present: Keep the engine
running and open the hood.
If steam or spray is present: T

urn off the engine and
wait until it subsides. Then, open the hood.
3.
Check that the cooling fan is operating and stop the engine once the tem\
perature
gauge needle goes down. If the cooling fan is not operating, immediately\
stop the
engine.
4.


o
nce the engine has cooled down, inspect the coolant level and check the \
cooling system components for leaks. If the coolant level in the reserve\
t

ank
is low, add coolant until it reaches the MAX mark. If there is no coolant in t\
he
reserve tank, make sure the radiator is cool, then cover the radiator ca\
p with a
heavy cloth and open the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to the base of the
filler neck, and put the cap back on.
once the engine has cooled sufficiently

, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has\
not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
MAX
Reserve tank
MIN
Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming out.
WARNING
removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause the coolant t\
o
spray out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiato\
r cap.
WARNING
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge needle at the H mark may \
damage
the engine.
NOTICE
Emergency Engine Stop*
The eNGINe STArT/SToP button may be used to stop the engine due to an
emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, cho\
ose one of
the following operations:
•
Press and hold the eNGINe ST

A
rT/SToP button for
two seconds, or
•
Firmly press the eNGINe ST

A
rT/SToP button two
times.
The steering wheel will not lock. Because turning off the engine also di\
s

ables the
power assist the engine provides to the steering and braking systems, it\
will require
significantly more physical effort and time to steer and slow the vehi\
cle. Downshift
gears and use both feet on the brake pedal, if necessary, to slow the vehicle and
stop immediately in a safe place.
Do not press the button while driving unless it is absolutely necessary \
for the engine
to be switched off.
*if equipped
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious dama\
ge. The
bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle’s weight.
Improper towing such as towing behind a motorhome or other motor vehicle\
can
damage the transmission.
NOTICE
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
Flat bed equipment: The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a tru\
ck. This is
the best way to transport your vehicle.
Wheel lift equipment: The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under\
the front
tires and lift them off the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground.\
This is an
acceptable way to tow your vehicle.

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place.
replace the flat tire with the compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tir\
e re

paired or
replaced.
Getting Ready to Change the Tire
Park the vehicle on a firm, level, non-slippery surface. Apply the par\
king brake,
shift to Park (P), and turn the vehicle off. Turn on the hazard warning lights.
1.
open the trunk floor lid.
2.
Take the tool case out of the trunk. T

ake the jack
and wheel nut wrench out of the tool case.
3.
Unscrew the wing bolt, then remove the spacer
cone.
remove the spare tire.
4.
Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up)
under the vehicle body, near the tire that needs
to be replaced.
5.
Loosen each wheel nut about one turn using the
wheel nut wrench.
Tool case
Spare tire
Setting Up the Jack 1.
Place the jack under the jacking point closest to
the tire to be changed.
2.
Turn the end bracket clockwise (as shown in
the image) until the top of the jack contacts the
jacking point. Make sure that the jacking point
tab is resting in the jack notch.
3.
raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar and
the jack handle, until the tire is off the ground.
Jacking points
Jacking point
Jack
handle
ba r Wheel nut
Wrench as jack handle
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack, seriously injuring anyone unde\
rneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire exactly, and never get under the
vehicle when it is supported only by the jack.
WARNING
The following instructions must be followed to use the jack safely:
•
Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the vehicle.
•
Use the jack provided in your vehicle. other jacks may not support the weight


(“load”) or fit the jacking point.
•
Do not use while the engine is running.
•
Use only where the ground is firm and level.
•
Use only at the jacking points.
•
Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.
•
Do not put anything on top of or underneath the jack.

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Replacing the Flat Tire
1.
remove the wheel nuts and flat tire.
2.
Mount the compact spare tire. replace the
wheel nuts, and lightly tighten them.
3.
Lower the vehicle and remove the jack. Tighten
the wheel nuts in the order indicated in the
image. Go around, tightening the nuts, two to
three times in this order

. Do not overtighten the
wheel nuts.
If you drive with the spare tire installed, the
low tire pressure/TPMS indicator appears. The
indicator stays on until a regular tire is installed.
Storing the Flat Tire 1.
remove the center cap.
2.
open the trunk. Place the flat tire face down in
the spare tire well.
3.
remove the spacer cone from the wing bolt, flip
it over

, and insert it back on the bolt. Secure the
flat tire with the wing bolt.
4.
Securely put the jack and wheel nut wrench back
in the tool case. Store the case in the trunk.
Spacer cone Wing bolt
For
compact
spare tire For
full-size
tire
Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and can seriously i\
njure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving.
WARNING
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, turn the vehicle off and chec\
k to see if any
applicable fuse is blown. Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover\
. Locate the
fuse in question by the fuse number and box cover number.
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
Located under the hood near the brake fluid reservoir. Push the tabs to open the
box.
*if equipped*1 : Models with LKAS
*2 : Models without LKAS
*3 : 4-cylinder models
*4 : 6-cylinder models
Circuit ProtectedAmps1Battery125A
2
EPS70 A
Fuse Box Main 1(60 A)Fuse Box Option 1(40A )
ABS/VSA FSR 20
A*1
40A*2
ABS/VSA Motor 40
A*1
30A*2
3

4F ront Fog Ligh t*(10A )5Horn10A
6S top Light10A7FI Sub15A
8D RL(7.5 A)
9IG Coil15A
10 Injector*3
*4(2
0A )*3
*4
*5: M odels with smart entry syste m
*6: Models without smart entry system Circuit Protected
Amps
11 Hazard 15A
12 Fuse Box Main
260A
Fuse Box Option 2(40 A)
IG Main 1 30
A
*5
50A*6
IG Main 2*5
*630A*5
*6
Sub Fan Moto r20
A*3
30A*4
Headlight Low Beam Main 30 A
Fuse Box3 0A
Wiper Moto r3 0A
Main Fan Motor 30A
Starter Motor
*5
*630 A*5
*6
13 Rear Defogger 40A
14 Heater Moto r40A
15 FI Main 15A
16 Heated Door Mirror
*, *3
*4(10 A)*3
*4
17
MG Clutch 7.5 A
18 DBW1 5A
19 Small Light 20A
20 Interior Light 7.5A
21 Back Up 10A
22 Audio1 0A
23 Fan Timer 7.5 A
24 Right Headlight Low Beam 10A
25 Left Headlight Low Beam 10A
26 ABS/VSA EC
U
*1
*27.5 A*1
*2
*1: Models with LKAS*2: Models without LKAS*3: 4-cylinder models*4: 6-cylinder models
Circuit Protected Amps
1 Battery 125A
2 EPS
70A
Fuse Box Main 1(60A)
Fuse Box Option 1(40A )


ABS/VSA FSR 20
A
*1
40A*2
ABS/VSA Motor 40
A*1
30A*2
3




4F ront Fog Ligh t
*(10A )
5 Horn 10A
6S top Light1 0A
7 FI Sub 15A
8D RL(7.5 A)
9 IG Coil 15A
10 Injector
*3
*4(2
0A )*3
*4
*5: M odels with smart entry syste m*6: Models without smart entry system
Circuit ProtectedAmps11Hazard15A
12 Fuse Box Main 260A
Fuse Box Option 2(40 A)
IG Main 1 30
A
*5
50A*6
IG Main 2*5
*630A*5
*6
Sub Fan Moto r20
A*3
30A*4
Headlight Low Beam Main 30 A
Fuse Box30A
Wiper Motor30A
Main Fan Motor 30A
Starter Motor
*5
*630 A*5
*6
13Rear Defogger40A
14 Heater Motor40A15FI Main15 A
16 Heated Door Mirror*, *3
*4(10 A)*3
*4
17MG Clutch7.5 A
18 DBW15A19Small Light20A
20 Interior Light 7.5A
21Back Up10 A
22 Audio10A23Fan Timer7.5 A
24 Right Headlight Low Beam 10A
25Left Headlight Low Beam10A
26 ABS/VSA EC
U*1
*27.5 A*1
*2

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M
AINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Learn about basic maintenance that you can perform on the vehicle yourse\
lf, as well
as information about how to best maintain the vehicle.
Safety Precautions
Some of the most important safety precautions are listed below; however, we cannot
warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing mainte\
nance.
only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task.
Maintenance Safety
•
To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks\
, and flames

away from the battery and all fuel-related parts.
•
Never leave rags, towels, or other flammable objects under the hood.
•
To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner

, not
gasoline.
•
Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery\
or
compressed air

.
•
Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon monoxide gas can\

accumulate.
Vehicle Safety
•
The vehicle must be stationary, and parked on level ground with the parking
brake set and the engine off.
•
Be aware that hot parts can burn you.
•
Be aware that moving parts can injure you.
Improperly maintaining this vehicle or failing to correct a problem befo\
re driving can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. \
Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations according
to the schedules in this guide.
WARNING
Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can \
cause you to be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures and precautions in this guide.
WARNING
Maintenance Minder™
reminds you when indicated maintenance service is due.
Models with information display
When maintenance is due, the Maintenance Minder indicator appears every \
time
you turn the vehicle on. Press the select/reset knob to change displays.\
Models with multi-information display
When maintenance is due, the system message indicator comes on and a mes\
sage
appears on the multi-information display every time you turn the vehicle\
on. Press either Info (
p/q) button on the steering wheel to change displays.
•
Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake fl\
uid every
3 years.
•
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
•
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder
message
Maintenance
Minder indicator
Sub items
Main item
Maintenance Minder
messag e
System message
indicator
Sub items
Main item
U.S. models
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and sys\
tems
may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individuals using \
parts
that are certified to EPA standards.
According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenan\
ce on the
maintenance main items marked with # will not void your emissions warranties.
However, all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the multi-information display.

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M
AINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
#: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
Replace engine oi l*1
BReplace engine oil*1 and oil lter
Inspect front and rear brakes/service as necessary
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
Inspect suspension components
Inspect driveshaft boots
Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA)
Inspect all uid levels and condition of uid s
Inspect exhaust system#
Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every \
15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of s\
oot in the air from industryand diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen lter every \
15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: Continuously variable transmission (CVT) models
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher
transmission temperatures. This requires transmission uid changes mo\
re frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehic\
le under these
conditions, have the transmission uid changed every 25,000 miles (4\
0,000 km).
*6: 6-cylinder models
*7: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110 °F, 43 °C), in very low temperatures
(under -20 °F/-29 °C), or tow a trailer, replace every 60,000 mi\
les/100,000 km.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
Rotate tires
2Replace air cleaner element*2
Replace dust and pollen lter*3
Inspect drive belt
3
Replace transmission ui d*4,*5
4Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pum p*6,*7
Inspect valve clearance
5
Replace engine coolant
Under the Hood
4-cylinder model s
Brake uid
(black cap)
Engine coolant
reserve tank Radiator cap
Washer uid

(blue cap) Engine oil dipstick
(orange) Clutch uid

(light gray cap)
Engine oil ll cap
Battery
*
6-cylinder model s
Engine oil dipstick
(orange)
Washer uid
(blue cap)
Engine coolant
reserve tank
Radiator Cap Brake uid
(black cap)
Engine oil ll cap
Battery
Clutch uid
(light gray cap )*
*if equipped

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M
AINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
Opening the Hood
1.
Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set the
parking brake.
2.
Pull the hood release handle under the lower left
corner of the dashboard.
3.
Push up the hood latch lever in the center of the
hood to release the lock mechanism, and open
the hood.
Follow the steps below to open and close the
hood based on your engine type.
4-cylinder models
remove the support rod from the clamp using the
grip. Mount the support rod in the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the hood.
remove your hand at a height of approximately
12 inches (30 cm) and let the hood close.
6-cylinder models
Lift the hood up most of the way

. The hydraulic
supports lift it up the rest of the way and hold it
up.
When closing, lower it to approximately 12
inches (30 cm), then press down firmly with your
hands.
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised. The hood will strik\
e the
wipers, and may damage either the hood or the wipers.
NOTICE
Hood release handle
Pull
Lever
Support rod
Grip
Clam p
Engine Oil
Park the vehicle on level ground, and wait approximately three minutes after turning
the engine off before you check the oil.
Checking the Oil
1.
remove the dipstick (orange).
2.
Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper
towel.
3.
Insert the dipstick back all the way into its hole.
4.
remove the dipstick again, and check the level.
It should be between the upper and lower marks.
Add oil if necessary

.
4-cylinder models
4-cylinder models
Upper mark
Lower mark
6-cylinder models
Upper mark
Lower mark
6-cylinder models