HONDA ACCORD SEDAN 2007 Owner's Manual (in English)

Check the level in the windshield
washer reservoir at least monthly
during normal use.
When you refill the reservoir, clean
the edges of the windshield wiper
blades with windshield washer fluid
on a clean cloth. This will help to
condition the blade edges.
Fill
the reservoir with a good-quality
windshield washer fluid. This
increases the cleaning capability and
prevents freezing in cold weather.
Check
the reservoir’s fluid level by
removing the cap and looking at the
level gauge attached to the cap.
The low washer
level indicator comes on when the
level is low (see page ). 63
On Canadian models:
Windshield Washers
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LEVEL GAUGE
4-cylinder models V6 models LEVEL GAUGE
Do not use engine antif reeze or a
vinegar/water solution in the
windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze
can damage your vehicle’s paint, while
a vinegar/water solution can damage
the windshield washer pump. Use only
commercially-available windshield
washer f luid.

Check the f luid level with the engine
at normal operating temperature.Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
f rom the transmission, and wipe it
with a clean cloth. Park the vehicle on level ground.
Start the engine until the radiator
f an comes on and rotate it once.
Turn of f the engine. For accurate
results, wait at least 60 seconds,
andnomorethan90seconds,
af ter turning of f the engine to
check the f luid level.
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2.
Automatic Transmission
T ransmission Fluid
Maint enance
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DIPSTICK
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK
DIPSTICK
4-cylinder models
6-cylinder models
6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARK

Insert the dipstick all the way into
the transmission.
Make sure the rubber cap on the
dipstick f its in the dipstick guide
and that you push the dipstick in
all the way.
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, remove the f ill plug, then
add the f luid into the hole to bring
it to the level between the upper
andlowermarksonthedipstick.
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.
Always use Honda ATF-Z1
(automatic transmission f luid). If it’s
not available, you may use a
DEXRON
III automatic
transmission f luid as a temporary
replacement. However, continued
use can affect the shift quality. Have
the transmission f lushed and ref illed
with Honda ATF-Z1 as soon as it is
convenient.
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5.
4.
T ransmission Fluid
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Check the fluid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle sitting
on level ground. Remove the
tran smission filler bolt, and carefully
feel inside the bolt hole with your
finger.
To
thoroughly flush the transmission,
the technician should drain and refill
it wi th Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid), then drive the
vehicle for a short distance. Do this
th ree times. Then drain and refill the
transmission a final time.
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-cylinder models
T ransmission Fluid
5-speed Manual Transmission
Maint enance
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FILLER BOLT
Correct level

The fluid 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 filler 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
Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR
GASO LINE ENGINES’’ as a
te mporary replaceme nt. However,
motor oil does not contain the proper
additives, and continued use can
cause stiffer shifting. Replace as
soon as it is convenient.
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 check and
add f luid, contact your dealer. Check the f luid level with the
transmission at normal operating
temperature and the vehicle sitting
on level ground.
Remove the check bolt and look for
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.
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.
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EX-V6
T ransmission Fluid
6-speed Manual Transmission
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CHECK BOLT
WASHER
DRAIN BOLT WASHERFILLER BOLT

Pour the fluid into the filler hole
slowly and carefully so you do not
spill. Clean up any spill immediatel y;
it could damage componen ts in the
engine compartm ent.
If Honda MTF is not available, you
may use an SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40
viscosity motor oil with the API
Certification seal that says ‘‘FOR
GASO LINE ENGINES’’ as a
te mporary replaceme nt. However,
motor oil does not contain the proper
additives, and continued use can
cause stiffer shifting. Replace as
soon as it is convenient.
The transmission should be drained
and refilled with new fluid according
to the maintenance minder (see page
).
If you are not sure how to check and
add fluid, contact your dealer. Check
the fluid level in the
reservoirs monthly. There are up to
two reservoirs, depending on the
model. They are:
Replace the brake fluid according to
the maintenance minder (see page ). Always use Honda Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not
available, you should use only DOT 3
or DOT 4 f luid, f rom a sealed
container, as a temporary
replacement.
Using any non-Honda brake f luid can
cause corrosion and decrease the lif e
of the system. Have the brake
system f lushed and ref illed with
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 as soon as possible.
Brake f luid marked DOT 5 is not
compatible with your vehicle’s
braking system and can cause
extensive damage.
Brake f luid reservoir (all models)
Clutch f luid reservoir
(manual transmission only)
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Transmission Fluid, Brake and Clutch Fluid
Brake and Clutch Fluid
Maint enance
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The f luid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If the level is at or
below the MIN mark, your brake
system needs attention. Have the
brake system inspected f or leaks or
worn brake pads.Check the level on the side of the
reservoir when the engine is cold.
The f luid should be between the
UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.
If not, add power steering f luid to the
UPPER LEVEL.
The f luid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If it is not, add
brake f luid to bring it up to that level.
Use the same fluid specified for the
brake system.
A low f luid level can indicate a leak
in the clutch system. Have this
system inspected as soon as possible.
Manual transmission models
Brake Fluid
Clut ch FluidPower Steering Fluid
Brake and Clutch Fluid, Power Steering Fluid
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MAX
MINMAX
MIN UPPER LEVEL
4-cylinder models LOWER LEVEL

Pour the fluid slowly and carefully
so you do not spill any. Clean up
any spill immediatel y; it could
damage components in the engine
compartment. The
timing belt should be replaced
according to the maintenance
minder (see page ).
Replace the timing belt every 60,000
miles (U.S.) or every 100,000 km
(Canada) if you regularly drive your
vehicle in any of the f ollowing
conditions:
Always use Honda Power Steering
Fluid. You may use another power
steering f luid as an emergency
replacement, but have the power
steering system f lushed and ref illed
with Honda PSF as soon as possible.
A low power steering f luid level can
indicate a leak in the system. Check
the f luid level f requently, and have
the system inspected as soon as
possible.
In very high temperatures
(over 110°F, 43°C).
In very low temperatures
(under 20°F, 29°C).193
V6 modelsTiming Belt
Power Steering Fluid, Timing Belt
Maint enance
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LOWER LEVELUPPER LEVEL
V6 models
Turning the steering wheel to f ull lef t
or right lock and holding it there can
damage the power steering pump.
Frequently tow a trailer.
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Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
trunk or pull a trailer, readjustment
may be required. Adjustments
should be perf ormed by your dealer
or other qualif ied mechanic.Your vehicle has two bulbs on each
side, f our in total. Make sure you are
replacing the bulb that is burned out.
Your vehicle uses halogen headlight
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.
Lights
Headlight A iming
Replacing a Headlight Bulb
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NOTE:Halogen headlight bulbs get
very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a
scratch on the glass can cause the bulb
to overheat and shatter.

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Open the hood. To change a bulb
on the passenger’s side, undo the
two fasteners and remove the air
intake cover.Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by squeezing the
connector to unlock the tab, then
slide the connector of f the bulb.Remove the bulb by turning it
approximately one-quarter turn
counterclockwise.
Install the new bulb, and turn it
one-quarter turn clockwise to lock
it in place.
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3.
2.
4.
Lights
High Beam Headlight
Maint enance
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FASTENERS
4-cylinder models V6 models TAB
BULB
AIR INTAKE
COVER
FASTENERS
4-cylinder models
AIR INTAKE
COVER