2000 Honda Accord Owner's Manual
2000 Honda Accord Manual
2000 Honda Accord manual content summary:
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How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features. Before Driving...155 What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo. Driving ...169 The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 2
! Your selection of a 2000 Honda Accord was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is to read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items. Afterwards - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 3
have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you follow instructions. You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don't follow instructions. You CAN be HURT if you don't follow instructions. - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 4
Your Car at a Glance MIRROR CONTROLS (P.96) DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.73) DIGITAL CLOCK (P.98) HEATING/COOLING CONTROL (P.106) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.121) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.93) TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE/ FUEL FILL DOOR (P.78, 156) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.158) - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 5
(P. 61) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 62, 64) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 64) MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 94) CRUISE CONTROL (P. 66) HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P. 64) TILT ADJUSTMENT (P. 65) HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS (P. 60, 62) HORN (P. 59) CRUISE CONTROLS (P. 66) REMOTE AUDIO CONTROLS (P. 68) (on EX-V6 model) - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 6
Airbag Indicator Light Works...45 Additional Information About Your Airbags...46 Airbag Service...46 Additional Safety Precautions...46 Carbon Monoxide Hazard...47 Safety Labels...48 Driver and Passenger Safety Important Safety Precautions ...6 Your Car's Safety Features...7 Seat Belts...8 Airbags - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 7
adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual. (See page 7.) Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 8
a crash. Some safety features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) Side Airbags* (9) Door Locks * : On all V- 6 models and - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 9
safety of your passengers, your car is equipped with seat belts in all seating positions. Your seat belt system also includes a light on the instrument panel to remind you and your passengers to fasten your seat belts. Why Wear Seat Belts In addition, most states and all Canadian provinces require - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 10
moderate to severe side impact. The most important things you need to know about your airbags are: Airbags do not replace seat belts. To do their job, airbags must inflate with tremendous force and speed. So while airbags help save lives, they can cause minor injuries, or more serious or even fatal - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 11
adjust your seats and seatbacks can also affect your safety. For example, sitting too close to the steering wheel or dashboard increases the risk of you or your passenger being injured by striking the inside of the car, or by an inflating airbag. Reclining a seat-back too far reduces the seat belt - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 12
check the following each time before you drive away: All adults, and children who have outgrown child safety seats, are wearing their seat belts possible from the steering wheel and dashboard (see page 12 ). Seat-backs are upright (see page 13). Head restraints are properly adjusted (see page 14 ). - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 13
a stop. See page 72 for how to lock the doors. 2.Adjust the Front Seats Any driver who sits too close to the steering wheel is at risk of being seriously injured or killed by striking the steering wheel or from being struck by an inflating front airbag during a crash. Driver and Passenger Safety - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 14
, upright position, leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel. If you sit too close to the steering wheel, you could be injured if the front airbag inflates. A front passenger should also adjust the seat-back to an upright position, but as far - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 15
. See page 88 for how to adjust the head restraints. 5.Fasten and Position the Seat Belts Insert the latch plate into the buckle, then tug on the belt to make sure the belt is securely latched. Also check that the belt is not twisted, because a twisted belt can cause serious injuries in a crash - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 16
slack from the shoulder part, then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder. This If the seat belt touches or crosses your neck, or if it crosses your arm instead of your shoulder, you need to adjust the seat belt anchor height. To adjust the height of a front - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 17
can be seriously injured or killed. Have your Honda dealer check the belt as soon as possible. See page 39 for additional information about your seat belt system and how to take care of your belts. Adjust the steering wheel, if needed, so that the wheel points toward your chest, not toward your face - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 18
the floor. Remember, to get the best protection from your car's airbags and other safety features, you must sit properly and wear your seat belt properly. Pregnant women should also sit upright and as far back as possible from the steering wheel or dashboard. This will reduce the risk of injuries to - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 19
be very seriously injured in a crash. Do not put any accessories on seat belts. Devices intended to improve occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt, can severely compromise the protective capability of the seat belt and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash. Do - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 20
state and Canadian province requires that infants and children be restrained whenever they ride in a vehicle. Any child who is too small to wear a seat belt should be properly restrained in a child seat. (See page 23.) A larger child should always be restrained with a seat - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 21
Children Children Should Sit in the Back Seat According to accident statistics, children of all ages parts during a collision or hard braking. Also, children cannot be injured by an inflating airbag when they ride in the back. The Passenger's Front Airbag Poses Serious Risks to Children Front airbags - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 22
the instructions on these labels. CAUTION TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY: FOR MAXIMUM SAFETY PROTECTION IN ALL TYPES OF CRASHES, YOU MUST ALWAYS WEAR YOUR SAFETY BELT. DO NOT INSTALL REARWARD-FACING CHILD SEATS IN ANY FRONT PASSENGER SEAT POSITION. DO NOT SIT OR LEAN UNNECESSARILY CLOSE TO THE AIR BAG. DO - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 23
the seat (see page 16). Make sure the seat belt is properly positioned and secured (see page 14). If exposes the child to hazards from the passenger's front airbag, and paying close attention to a child distracts the 78 ). Use the main power window switch to prevent children from opening the rear - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 24
of compliance on the box and seat. 2. The child seat should be of the proper type and size to fit the child. Infants: Children up to about one year old should -facing, reclining child seat. Only a rear-facing seat provides the proper support to protect an infant's head, neck, and back. See page 27 - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 25
fit the vehicle seating position (or positions) where it will be used. Due to variations in the design of child seats, vehicle seats, and seat belts, all child seats will not fit all vehicle seating positions. However, Honda is confident that one or more child seat models can fit and be - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 26
collision, an inflating front airbag can kill or seriously injure the child. If a small child must ride in the front, follow the instructions provided in this section the seat belt, (see page 32 ). Back Seats Infants: Recommended positions. Secure a rear-facing child seat with the seat belt, (see - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 27
part of a lap/shoulder belt. A child whose seat is not properly secured to the car can be endangered in a crash. See pages 28 and 32 for instructions sure the child is properly strapped in the child seat according to the child seat maker's instructions. A child who is not properly secured in a child - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 28
the front seat. If the passenger's front airbag inflates, it can hit the back of the support for a baby's head, neck, and back. Infants up to about one year of age must be restrained in a rear-facing child seat. Two types of seats may be used: a seat designed exclusively for infants, or a convertible - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 29
and tips on how to secure a rear-facing child seat with this type of seat belt. 1. With the child seat in the desired back seating position, route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker's instructions, then insert the latch plate into the buckle. 2. To activate the lockable - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 30
Children Rear-Facing Child Seat Installation Tips 4. After confirming that the belt is locked, grab the shoulder part of the belt near the buckle and pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the belt. Remember, if the lap part of the belt is not tight, the child seat will not be secure. To - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 31
infant on your lap. If you are not wearing a seat belt in a crash, you could be thrown forward into the dashboard and crush the infant. If you are wearing a seat belt, the infant can be torn from your arms. For example, if your car crashes - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 32
the front seat can result in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate. If you must place a forwardfacing child seat in front, move the child is properly strapped in the seat. Child Seat Type A child who can sit up without support, and who fits within the child seat maker's weight and - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 33
this type of seat belt. 1. With the child seat in the desired back seating position, route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker's instructions, then insert the latch plate into the buckle. 2. To activate the lockable retractor, slowly pull the shoulder part of the belt all - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 34
the child and cause very serious injuries. 4. After confirming that the belt is locked, grab the shoulder part of the belt near the buckle and pull up to remove any slack from the lap part of the belt. Remember, if the lap part of the belt is not tight, the child seat will not be secure. It - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 35
as far back as possible and wears the seat belt properly. To determine if a lap/shoulder belt properly fits a child, have the child put on the seat belt. Follow the instructions on page 15 . Then check how the belt fits. If the shoulder part of the belt rests over the child's collarbone and against - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 36
accessories on a seat belt. Devices intended to improve occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt, severely compromise the protective capability of the seat belt belt directly, without a shield, as shown. Whichever style you select, follow the booster seat maker's instructions. - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 37
A child of this height should be tall enough to use the lap/shoulder belt without a booster. When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front The National airbag can kill or seriously injure the child. The side airbag also poses risks. If any part of a larger child's body is in the path of a deploying airbag - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 38
the owner's manual and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all safety information. Move the vehicle seat to the rearmost position. Have the child sit up straight, back against the seat, and feet on or near the floor. Check that the child's seat belt - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 39
Protecting Children Attach the tether strap hook to the tether anchorage point and tighten the strap according to the child seat maker's instructions. Driver and Passenger Safety - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 40
automatically locks the belt to help restrain your body. The seat belts in all seating positions except the driver's have an additional locking mechanism that must be activated to secure a child seat. (See pages 28 and 32 for instructions on how to secure child seats with this type of seat belt - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 41
far as needed. See page 14 for instructions on how to wear the lap/shoulder belt properly. Seat Belt Maintenance For safety, you should check the condition of your seat belts regularly. Pull each belt out fully and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Check that the latches work smoothly and that - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 42
records information about the sensors, the control unit, the airbag activators, driver and passenger seat belt use, and all related wiring when enough, the control unit will instantly inflate the front airbags. An indicator light on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 43
Additional Information About Your Front Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belts help restrain your lower body and torso. Your airbag provides a cushion to help restrain and protect your head and chest. Since both airbags use the same sensors, both airbags normally inflate at the same time. - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 44
turn the ignition ON (II). If the light stays on after the engine starts. If the light comes on or flashes on and off while you drive. If you see any of these indications, your front or side airbags may not deploy, or your passenger's side airbag automatic cutoff system may not work properly. See - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 45
To get the best protection from the side airbags, front seat occupants should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats. If you ever have a moderate to severe side impact, the sensors will detect rapid deceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate either the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 46
and go out (see page 53). If it doesn't light, or it stays on or comes on without a passenger in the front seat, have the system checked. The SRS indicator light will come on if there is a problem with your side airbags or the automatic cutoff system (see page 43). SRS Driver and Passenger Safety - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 47
to your airbags. airbag that has deployed must be replaced along with the control unit and other related parts. Do not try to remove or replace any airbag by yourself. This must be done by a Honda dealer or a knowledgeable body shop. The SRS indicator light alerts you to a problem. Take your - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 48
whenever: The car is raised for an oil change. You notice a change in the sound of the exhaust. The car was in an accident that may have damaged the underside. With the trunk lid open, air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car's interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 49
potential hazards that could cause serious injury. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer for a replacement. DASH BOARD U.S. models only Canadian models SUN VISOR U.S. models HOOD RADIATOR CAP Driver and Passenger Safety - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 50
Headlights...60 Automatic Lighting Off Feature...61 Daytime Running Lights...61 Instrument Panel Brightness...61 Turn Signals...62 Windshield Wipers...62 Windshield Washers...64 Hazard Warning...64 Rear Window Defogger...64 Steering Wheel Adjustment...65 Steering Wheel Controls ...66 Cruise Control - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 51
Control Locations MIRROR CONTROLS (P.96) DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.73) DIGITAL CLOCK (P.98) HEATING/COOLING CONTROL (P.106) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.121) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.91) TRUNK RELEASE HANDLE/ FUEL FILL DOOR (P.78, 156) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.158) Instruments and Controls - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 52
* SIDE AIRBAG INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP LOW FUEL INDICATOR SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT DOOR AND BRAKE LAMP MONITOR * The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for Canadian models are noted in the text. Instruments and Controls - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 53
seat belt before turning on the ignition. Low Oil Pressure Indicator The engine can be severely damaged if this light flashes or stays on when the engine is running. For complete information, see page 283 . Charging System Indicator If this light comes on when the engine is running, the battery is - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 54
you turn the ignition switch ON (II), and when the ignition switch is turned to START (III). If this light comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the ABS. If this happens, take the car to your dealer to have it checked. With the light on, your car still has normal braking ability but no - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 55
a lane change or turn. If the light does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see page 252 ). Replace the bulb as soon as possible, since other drivers cannot see that you are signalling. When you turn on the Hazard Warning switch, both turn - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 56
also blinks several times when you turn the ignition switch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0). Washer Level Indicator Canadian models only This light comes on when the washer fluid level is low. Add washer fluid when you see this light come on (see page 220). Instruments and Controls - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 57
reset, or alter the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated. MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR Canadian Models Tachometer The tachometer shows the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). To protect the engine from damage, never drive with the tachometer - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 58
severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the pointer may rise to near the upper grey zone. If it reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. Turn to page 281 for instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 59
on for two seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). Instruments and Controls Between 6,000 miles (9,600 km) and 7,500 miles (12,000 km) this indicator will light for two seconds when you first turn the ignition switch ON (II), and then flash for ten seconds. If you exceed 7,500 miles (12 - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 60
the steering wheel. CRUISE CONTROL (P.66) TILT ADJUSTMENT (P. 65) HEADLIGHTS/ TURN SIGNALS (P. 60, 62) HORN* (P. 59) INSTRUMENT PANEL BRIGHTNESS (P. 61) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P. 62, 64) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER (P. 64) MOONROOF SWITCH (P. 94) HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS (P. 64) CRUISE CONTROLS (P.66 - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 61
Controls Near the Steering Wheel Headlights If you leave the lights on with the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0), you will hear a reminder chime when you open the driver's door. To flash the high beams, pull the turn signal lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will come on - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 62
Controls Near the Steering Wheel Automatic Lighting Off Feature On EX and EX-V6 models The Automatic Lighting Off feature turns off the headlights, parking lights, taillights, side marker lights, license plate lights and instrument panel lights within 15 seconds of removing the key from the ignition - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 63
Controls Near the Steering Wheel Turn Signals To signal a lane change, push lightly on the turn signal lever in the proper direction and hold it. The lever will return to the center position as soon as you release it. Windshield Wipers TURN SIGNAL LEVER Signal a turn or lane change with this lever - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 64
Controls Near the Steering Wheel In intermittent, the wipers operate every few seconds. The sweep interval will change slightly with speed; INT TIME ring next to the rotary switch. If you turn the INT TIME ring to the shortest delay, the wipers will change from intermittent to low speed operation - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 65
release it. Push the red button to the left of the clock to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 66
about how to properly position the steering wheel. Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving. Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the car and be seriously injured in a crash. Adjust the steering wheel only when the car is stopped - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 67
left of the steering column. The indicator in the switch will light. 2. Accelerate to the desired cruising speed above 25 mph (40 km/h). 3. Press the SET/decel button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on to show the system is now activated. Instruments - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 68
the brakes to slow down to the desired speed. This will cancel the cruise control. To resume the set speed, press the RESUME/accel button. The CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel comes on. When climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may downshift to hold the set speed. Changing - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 69
in any of these ways: Tap the brake or clutch pedal. Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel. Press the Cruise Control Master Switch. When you push the CANCEL button, or tap the brake or clutch pedal, the CRUISE CONTROL light on the instrument panel will go out and the car will begin to slow - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 70
. Keep the plate stored in a safe place. If you need to replace a key, use only Honda-approved key blanks. These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the Immobilizer System. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged. Protect the keys from direct sunlight - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 71
your vehicle's key and the ignition switch while trying to start the engine. If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your Honda dealer. This indicator will also blink several times when you turn the ignition switch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0). Do not - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 72
(0) - You can insert or remove the key only in this position. To switch from ACCESSORY to LOCK, you must push the key in slightly as you turn it. If your car has an automatic transmission, the shift lever must also be in Park. The antitheft lock will lock the steering column when you remove - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 73
key position when driving. All features and accessories on the car are usable. Several of the lights on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY to ON. START (III) - Use this position only to start the engine. The switch returns to ON (II) when you let - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 74
the key. Power Door Locks MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH To lock any passenger's door when getting out of push the lock tab in or push the master switch down. Release the handle, then close the door. lock switch. Either switch locks and unlocks all doors. Push the switch down to lock all doors - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 75
go off immediately. TRUNK RELEASE BUTTON UNLOCK BUTTON PANIC BUTTON On SE, EX and EX- V6 models You can lock and unlock your car with the remote transmitter. When you push the LOCK button, all doors lock. The parking lights, side marker lights, and taillights flash once. Instruments and Controls - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 76
switch. If you unlock the doors with the remote transmitter, but do not open any of the doors within 30 seconds, the doors automatically open if the key is in the ignition switch. Panic Mode Panic mode allows you to horn will sound, and the exterior lights will flash, for about 30 seconds. To - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 77
battery as soon as possible. Battery type: CR2025 To replace the battery, pry the two parts of the transmitter apart. Remove the old battery and note the polarity. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same (+ side facing up), then insert it in the transmitter. Instruments and Controls - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 78
Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions : (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes the replacement programmed to - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 79
does not work in this lock. Press the trunk release button on the remote transmitter. (SE, EX and EX-V6 models only) To close the trunk, press down on the trunk lid. See page 168 for cargo loading and weight getting into the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page 47. Instruments and Controls - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 80
serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Always keep the glove box closed while driving. GLOVE BOX To protect items in the with the master key. The glove box light comes on only when the instrument panel lights are on. Instruments and Controls - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 81
for that device during training. Repeatedly pressing the remote control button could burn out the motor. The HomeLink transmitter stores the code in a permanent memory. There should be no need to retrain the transmitter if your vehicle's battery goes dead or is disconnected. If your garage door - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 82
Release and press the button on the remote control every two seconds until the transmitter has learned the code. 5. The red light in the transmitter should begin flashing. It will flash slowly at first, then rapidly. 6. When the red light flashes rapidly, release both buttons. The transmitter should - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 83
any other remotelycontrolled devices around your home (lighting, automatic gate, security system, etc.). Training With a Rolling Code System For security purposes, newer garage door opening systems use a "rolling" or variable code. Information from the remote control and the garage door opener are - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 84
outside buttons until the red light begins to flash, then release the buttons. You should erase all three codes before selling the vehicle. As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 85
leather interior has a power seat bottom height adjustment. All other seat adjustments in this model are manual. The 4-cylinder DX, LX, and SE models have manual seat adjustments (see next column). The front passenger's seat in all Accord models adjusts manually. See pages 12 - 13 for important - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 86
Seat Adjustments Driver's Seat Manual Height Adjustment Driver's Seat Power Height Adjustment On LX and SE models The height of your driver's seat is adjustable. Turn the front your driver's seat is power adjustable. Pull up on the switch to raise the seat. Push it down to lower the seat. Make - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 87
are on the outside edge of the seat bottom. The horizontal switch adjusts the seat bottom in several directions. The short vertical switch adjusts the seat-back angle. You can adjust the seat with the ignition switch in any position. Make all adjustments before you start driving. Push the horizontal - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 88
to raise the seat. Push it down to lower the seat. Adjust the seat-back angle by pushing the rear switch in the direction you want to move. On EX and EX V-6 models Vary the lumbar support by moving the lever on the right side of the seat-back. Pivot the lever forward - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 89
restraint. A taller person should adjust the restraint as high as possible. The front head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust the restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it while driving. To raise about how to properly position the head restraints. Instruments and Controls - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 90
Adjustments belt from the guide. To release the seat-back from inside the trunk, pull the release loop under the rear shelf. To lock the seat-back upright, push it firmly against the rear shelf. Make sure it is latched in place by pulling on the top of the seat. CONTINUED Instruments and Controls - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 91
shoulder belts are positioned in front of the rear seatback whenever the seat-back is in its upright position. Make sure all items in the trunk, or items extending through the opening into the back seat, are secured. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 92
Seat Adjustments Trunk Pass-through Cover KNOB For security, this cover can be locked and unlocked only with opened from either side; it folds forward onto the center armrest. Open the cover by sliding the knob downward and pushing or pulling on the cover. To close the cover, swing it up and push - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 93
switch. This will keep the seat warm. In LO, the heater runs continuously. It does not cycle with temperature changes. Because of the sensors for the side airbag system, there is no heater from the battery. Do not use the seat heaters, even on the LO setting, if the engine is left idling for an - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 94
passengers are away from the windows before closing them. DRIVER'S WINDOW SWITCH MAIN SWITCH The driver's door armrest has a master power window control panel. To open any of the passengers' windows, push down on the appropriate switch and hold it down until the window reaches the desired position - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 95
Power Windows, Moonroof The master control panel also contains these extra features: AUTO - To open the driver's window fully, push the window switch firmly down and release it. The window automatically goes all the way down. To stop the window from going all the way down, pull back on the window - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 96
the moonroof panel or motor. adjust the mirrors before you start driving. The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of the mirror to select the day or night position. CONTINUED Instruments and Controls - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 97
edge of the adjustment switch to move the mirror right, left, up or down. 4. When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns off the adjustment switch so you can't move a mirror out of position by accidentally bumping the switch. Instruments and Controls - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 98
off. To apply the parking brake, pull the lever up fully. To release it, pull up slightly, push the button, and lower the lever. The parking brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released with the engine running (see page 52). Instruments and Controls - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 99
pressing R sets the clock back to the previous hour. If the displayed time is after the half hour, pressing R sets the clock forward to the 52 would RESET to 2:00. The digital clock displays the time with the ignition switch in any position. To set the clock: 1. Press and hold the H button until - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 100
it latches. You can put small items in the tray located in the console compartment lid. To use the tray, pull up on the upper lever and lift up the armrest pad. The coin box is located under the air vent. To open the coin box, pull the bottom edge. Close it with - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 101
all models except DX model The rear seat also has a beverage holder in the center armrest. To use it, pivot the armrest down. Instruments and Controls - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 102
. You can also use the sun visor at the side window. Remove the support rod from the clip and swing the sun visor toward the side window. In the DX model have lighted vanity mirrors. The light beside the mirror comes on only when the headlight switch is in one of the on positions. Instruments - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 103
power socket, pull out on the cover. The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II). This socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps). It will not power an automotive type cigarette lighter element. Instruments and Controls - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 104
at all times. DOOR ACTIVATED The ceiling light has a three-position switch. In the OFF position, the light does not come on. In the center position, the ceiling light comes on when you open any door. DX, LX, LX- V6, and SE The light goes out when both doors are closed. Instruments and Controls - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 105
Lights, Floor Mats Courtesy Lights IGNITION SWITCH LIGHT Floor Mats If you replace forward and interfere with the pedals. DOOR LIGHT On all models except DX Standard on SE light. This light comes on when you open the door. Your car also has a courtesy light in the ignition switch. This light - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 106
the System...109 To Turn Everything Off...112 Climate Control System...113 Fully-automatic Operation...115 Semi-automatic Operation...116 Sunlight Sensor/ Temperature Sensor...120 Audio System (DX, LX and LX-V6)...121 Operating the Radio...122 Adjusting the Sound...125 Operating the Cassette Player - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 107
CONTROL DIAL MODE BUTTONS TEMPERATURE CONTROL DIAL RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Air Conditioning is optional on the U.S. DX model. This button turns the air conditioning ON and OFF. The indicator above the button lights - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 108
the floor vents. Air flows from the floor vents. Air flow is divided between the floor vents and the defroster vents at the base of the windshield. Air flows from the defroster vents at the base of the windshield. When you select or the system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 109
Heating and Cooling Vent Controls CENTER VENT DRIVER'S-SIDE VENT PASSENGER'S-SIDE VENT The direction of air flow from the vents in the center and each side of the dashboard is adjustable. To adjust the air flow from the center vent, move the tab up-anddown and side-to-side. On the driver's-side - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 110
covers how to set up the system controls for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting. The engine must be running for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air. The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be several minutes - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 111
When the interior has cooled down to a more comfortable temperature, close the windows and set the controls as described for normal cooling. Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 57) when driving in stop-and-go traffic or climbing - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 112
the engine. 2. Select and Fresh Air mode. 3. Set the fan to the desired speed. 4. Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control dial. Air conditioning, as it cools, removes moisture from the air. When used in combination with the heater, it makes the interior warm and dry. 1. Switch the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 113
the engine. 2. Select When you select the system automatically switches to Fresh Air mode and turns on the A/C. 3. Switch the fan and temperature controls to weather, until the engine coolant warms up enough to operate the heater. Keep the fan on at all other times so stale air does not build up - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 114
Climate Control System Only on EX-V6 model The automatic climate control system in your Honda picks the proper combination of air conditioning, heating, and ventilation to maintain the interior temperature you select. The system also adjusts the fan speed and air flow levels. The direction of air - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 115
Climate Control System PASSENGER'S-SIDE VENT Comfort and Convenience Features - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 116
temperature by turning the temperature control dial. You will see FULL AUTO in the system's display. The light above the button also shows you which mode, Recirculation or Fresh Air, is selected. The system automatically selects the proper mix of conditioned and/or heated air that will, as quickly - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 117
select various functions of the Climate Control system when it is in FULL AUTO. All other features remain automatically controlled. Making any manual selection causes the word FULL to go out. Air Conditioning (A/C) Button Press the A / C button to turn the air conditioning on and off. You will - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 118
BUTTON You can manually select the fan speed by turning the fan control dial. When you turn the dial clockwise, the fan is taken out of automatic mode and starts to run at its lowest speed. Turning the dial fully clockwise increases the fan's speed, which increases air flow. Mode Button - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 119
Climate Control System The main air flow is divided between the floor vents and defroster vents at the base of the windshield. The main air flow comes from the floor vents. The main air flow is divided between the dashboard vents and the floor vents. The main air flow comes from the dashboard vents - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 120
Climate Control System The button directs the main air flow to the windshield for faster defrosting. It also overrides any MODE selection you may have made. When you select the A / C turns on automatically and the system selects Fresh Air mode. For faster defrosting, manually set the fan speed to - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 121
System Sunlight Sensor/Temperature Sensor SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR The climate control system has two sensors. A sunlight sensor is located in the top of the dashboard and a temperature sensor is next to the steering column. Do not - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 122
Audio System ForDX, LX and LX-V6 models Your Honda's audio system provides clear reception on both AM and FM bands, while the preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations. The cassette system features Dolby B* noise reduction, automatic sensing of chromium-dioxide (CrO2) tape - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 123
Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY CD or ON (II) to operate the audio system. Turn the system on by pushing the PWR/ VOL knob. Adjust the volume by turning the PWR /VOL knob. The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 124
five seconds. When it plays a station that you want to continue listening to, press the SCAN button again. AM/FM SCAN BUTTON BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB SEEK SWITCH TUNE BAR CONTINUED Comfort and Convenience Features - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 125
hold it until you hear a beep. 4. Repeat steps 1 to 3 to store a total of six stations on AM and twelve on FM. AM/FM BUTTON SEEK SWITCH PRESET BUTTONS TUNE BAR Once a station's frequency is stored, simply press and release the proper preset button to tune to it. The preset frequencies will - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 126
in when you are done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it. BASS/FADER CONTROL TREBLE/BALANCE CONTROL Treble/Bass - Use these controls to adjust the tone to your liking. To adjust the Treble level, push on the TREBLE/BALANCE control knob to get it to pop out. Without pulling - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 127
begin to play. The tape direction indicator will light to show you which side of the cassette is system reaches the end of the tape, it will automatically reverse direction and play the other side. If you playing, push the SKIP switch down. You will see REW flashing in the display as the tape rewinds. - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 128
to activate it; you will see RPT displayed as a reminder. When the system reaches the end of the song or passage currently playing, it will automatically go into rewind. When it senses the beginning of the same song or passage, the system returns to PLAY mode. It will continue to repeat - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 129
selections, or a silent period in the middle of selection. Caring for Cassettes Damaged cassettes can jam inside the drive or cause other problems. See page 150 for information on cassette care and protection. EJECT BUTTON CASSETTE SLOT TAPE DIRECTION INDICATOR RPT BUTTON REW BUTTON FF BUTTON - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 130
. You operate the CD changer with the same controls used for the radio and cassette player. Your dealer also has an accessory indash single CD player available that is operated by the radio controls. To operate this unit, use the instructions (except for those relating to multiple discs) in - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 131
player, the ignition must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) and Odd-shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems. When that disc ends, the next disc in the magazine hold the SKIP switch, you will hear a beep and the system will continue to move across tracks. Release the switch when you - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 132
will continue at the same disc and track. If you turn the system off while a CD is playing, either with the PWR/VOL knob or the ignition switch, play will continue at the same disc and track when you turn it back on. PRESET BUTTONS AM/FM BUTTON TAPE/CD BUTTON RANDOM - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 133
Audio System CD Changer Error Indications If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Honda dealer. Comfort and Convenience Features - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 134
preset buttons allow you to easily select your favorite stations. The anti-theft feature will disable the system if it is disconnected from the vehicle's battery. To get the system working again, you must enter a code number (see page 152 ). Comfort and Convenience Features - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 135
Operating the Radio The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) to operate the audio system. Turn the system on by pushing the PWR/ VOL knob. Adjust the volume by turning the same knob. The band and frequency that the radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the AM or - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 136
SCAN or the Preset buttons. TUNE - Use the TUNE knob to tune the radio to a desired frequency. Turn the knob clockwise to tune to a higher frequency and counterclockwise to be lost if your car's battery goes dead, is disconnected, or the radio fuse is removed. CONTINUED Comfort and Convenience - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 137
Select feature to find stations in the local area. To activate Auto Select, press the A. SEL button. A. SEL will flash in the display, and the system will go into scan mode for several seconds. It automatically scans both bands, looking for stations with strong signals; It stores the frequencies - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 138
Select does not erase the frequencies that you preset previously. When you return home, turn off Auto Select by pressing the A. SEL button. The preset buttons will then select the frequencies you originally set. TUNE KNOB SCAN BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS SEEK BUTTONS Comfort and Convenience Features - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 139
pulling it out farther, turn the knob to adjust the bass level. Push the knob back in when you are done so you cannot change the setting by accidentally bumping it. Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control knob to adjust the illumination of the audio system (see - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 140
your Honda's radio receives stations is dependent on many factors, such as the distance from the station's transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions. A radio station's signal gets weaker as you get farther away from its transmitter. If you are listening to an AM station, you will - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 141
humidity, and even sunspots. You may be able to receive a distant radio station one day and not receive it the next day because of a change in conditions. Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources can cause temporary reception problems. Comfort and Convenience Features - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 142
operate the CD player with the same controls used for the radio. With the CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems. When the system reaches the end of the disc, it will return to the beginning and play that disc again. You can switch to the radio while a CD is playing by pressing the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 143
playing, either with the PWR/VOL knob or by turning off the ignition do not remove it from the slot, the system will automatically reload the disc after 15 seconds and put the CD SKIP buttons while a disc is playing to select passages and change tracks. To move rapidly within a track, press and hold - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 144
changer according to the instructions that came with the unit. Play only standard round discs. Oddshaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems. To will automatically switch to the CD changer and begin play where it left off. If there are no CDs in the changer, the display will flash. You - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 145
outer edges. The small plastic pieces causing this roughness can flake off and fall on the recording surface of the disc, causing skipping or other problems. Remove these pieces by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the side of a pencil or pen. Never try to insert foreign objects in the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 146
Audio System CD Player Error Indications If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD player, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Honda dealer. Comfort and Convenience Features - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 147
Audio System CD Changer Error Indications If you see an error indication in the display while operating the CD changer, find the cause in the chart to the right. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the car to your Honda dealer. Comfort and Convenience Features - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 148
Audio System Operating the Cassette Player (Optional) The cassette system features Dolby B* noise reduction, automatic sensing of chromium-dioxide (CrO2) tape, and autoreverse for continuous play. Make sure the tape opening on the cassette is facing to the right, then - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 149
indicator will light to show button. When the system reaches the end of the tape, it will automatically reverse direction and play the other side. If you want to remove off. To switch to the radio or CD player while a tape is playing, press the A M , FM, or CD/TAPE CHG button. To change back to the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 150
or passage currently playing, push the button. You will see REW flashing in the display as the tape rewinds. To skip to the beginning of the the system reaches the end of the song or passage currently playing, it will automatically go into rewind. When it senses the beginning of the same song or - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 151
available. If you do not clean the cassette player regularly, it may eventually become impossible to remove the contamination with a normal cleaning kit. Use 100-minute or shorter cassettes. Cassettes longer than that use thinner tape that may break or jam the drive. Look at the cassette before - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 152
Controls AUDIO/CH BUTTON The top and bottom buttons adjust button in the display. To change bands, press the AM or FM button on the audio system's front panel. If you are playing a EX-V6 model Two controls for the audio system are mounted in the steering wheel hub. These let you control basic functions - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 153
system's serial number in this Owner's Manual. If you should happen to lose the card, you must obtain the code number from your Honda dealer. To do 's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. If this happens, you will see "Code" in - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 154
is not fully closed. If the system will not set, check the Door and Brake Lamp Monitor on the instrument panel (see page 53), to see if the doors and trunk are fully closed. Since it is not part of the monitor display, manually check the hood. Do not attempt to alter this system or add - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 155
first. Break-in Period...156 Gasoline...156 Service Station Procedures ...156 Filling the Fuel Tank...156 Opening the Hood...158 Oil Check...160 Engine Coolant Check...162 Fuel Economy...163 Vehicle Condition...163 Driving Habits...163 Accessories and Modifications...164 Carrying Cargo...166 Before - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 156
same recommendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are relined. Gasoline Your Honda is control system performance may deteriorate and the Malfunction Indicator Lamp on your instrument panel may turn on. If this happens, contact your authorized Honda dealer for service - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 157
the fuel nozzle automatically clicks off. Do not try to "top off" the tank, leave some room for the fuel to expand with temperature changes. Your car 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. - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 158
Service Station Procedures Opening the Hood HOOD RELEASE HANDLE LATCH If you mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated (see page 229 ). 1. Shift to Park or Neutral and set the parking brake. Pull the hood release handle located under the lower left corner of the dashboard. The hood will pop up - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 159
Service Station Procedures To close the hood, lift it up slightly to remove the support rod from the hole. Put the support rod back into its holding clip. Lower the hood to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then let it drop. After closing the hood, make sure it is securely latched. SUPPORT ROD - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 160
Service Station Procedures To close the hood, lower it to about a foot (30 cm) above the fender, then press down firmly with your hands. After closing the hood, make sure it is securely latched. Oil Check 4-cylinder models DIPSTICK 6-cylinder models DIPSTICK Check the engine oil level every - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 161
Service Station Procedures 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models 2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Insert it all the way back in its tube. CONTINUED Before Driving - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 162
MIN 6-cylinder models MIN 4. Remove the dipstick again and check the level. It should be between the upper and lower marks. If it is near or below the lower mark, see Adding Oil on page 208 . Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 163
things that affect the fuel mileage you get. Vehicle Condition Always maintain your car according to the maintenance schedule. This will keep it in top operating condition. An important part of that maintenance is the Owner Maintenance Checks (see page 205). For example, an underinflated tire causes - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 164
all instructions in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. When properly installed, cellular phones, alarms, two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems should not interfere with your car's computer-controlled systems, such as the SRS and anti-lock brake system. However - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 165
's anti-lock brakes and other systems. In addition, any modifications that decrease ground clearance increase the chance of undercarriage parts striking a curb, speed bump, or other raised object, which could cause your airbags to deploy. Do not modify your steering wheel or any other part of your - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 166
However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your car's handling, stability and operation and make it unsafe. Before carrying any type of cargo, be sure to read the following pages. CONSOLE COMPARTMENT FRONT DOOR POCKET TRUNK SEAT-BACK POCKET GLOVE BOX Before Driving - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 167
load for your car is 850 lbs(395 kg). This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, accessories, and the tongue weight if you are towing a trailer. To figure out how much cargo you can carry killed. Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual. Before Driving - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 168
that prevent you from closing the trunk lid, exhaust gas can enter the passenger area. To avoid the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning, follow the instructions on page 47 . If you can carry any items on a roof rack, be sure the total weight of the rack and the items does not - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 169
Driving This section gives you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the 5-speed manual and automatic transmissions. It also includes important information on parking your car, the braking system, and facts you need if you are planning to tow a trailer. Preparing - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 170
Check the adjustment of the steering wheel (see page 65). 8. Make sure the doors are securely closed and locked. 9. Fasten your seat belt. Check that your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see page 14). 10.Turn the ignition switch ON (II). Check the indicator lights in the instrument panel - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 171
Starting the Engine 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. In cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories to reduce the drain on the battery. 3. Manual Transmission: Push the clutch pedal down all the way. START (III) does not function unless the clutch pedal is depressed. Automatic Transmission: Make - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 172
feet/ 2,400 meters) An engine is harder to start in cold weather. The thinner air found at high altitude above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters) adds to the problem. Use the following procedure: 1. Turn off all electrical accessories to reduce the drain on the battery. 2. Push the accelerator pedal halfway - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 173
Maximum Allowable Speeds chart. Rapid slowing or speeding-up can cause loss of control on slippery surfaces. If you crash, you can be injured. Use extra care when driving on slippery surfaces. The manual transmission is synchronized in all forward gears for smooth operation. It has a lockout so - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 174
5-speed Manual Transmission, Automatic Transmission Recommended Shift Points Drive in the highest gear that lets the engine run and accelerate smoothly. This will give you the best fuel economy and effective emissions control. The following shift points are recommended: Engine Speed Limiter If you - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 175
comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it flashes while driving (in any shift position), it indicates a possible problem in the transmission. Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible. The shift - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 176
from the ignition switch. Reverse (R) engine idling. Shift to Park position if you need to leave the car for any reason. Press on the brake pedal when you are moving the shift lever from Neutral to another gear. Drive ( D 4 ) - Use this position for your normal driving. The transmission automatically - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 177
terrain, or to provide engine braking when going down a steep hill. D3 can also keep the transmission from cycling between third and fourth gears in stop-and-go driving. For faster acceleration when in D3 or D 4 , you can get the transmission to automatically downshift by pushing the accelerator - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 178
Automatic Transmission Engine Speed Limiter If you exceed the maximum speed for the gear you are in, the engine speed will enter into the tachometer's red zone. If this occurs, you may feel the engine cut in and out. This is caused by a limiter in the engine's computer controls. The engine will run - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 179
Automatic Transmission If you need to use the Shift Lock Release, it means your car is developing a problem. Have the car checked by your Honda dealer. 5. Push down on the key while you press sure the notch on the cover is on the left side. Depress the brake pedal and restart the engine. Driving - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 180
or the remote transmitter. On SE, EX and EX-V6 models Check the indicator on the driver's door to verify that the security system is set. Never park over dry leaves, tall grass, or other flammable materials. The three way catalytic converter gets very hot, and could cause these materials to catch - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 181
metallic "screeching" sound when you apply the brakes. If you do not have the brake pads replaced, they will begin screeching all the time. Your brakes may sometimes squeal or squeak when you apply them lightly. Do not confuse this with the brake wear indicators. They make a very audible "screeching - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 182
across the vehicle (the left-front brake is connected with the right-rear brake, etc.). If one circuit should develop a problem, you will still have braking at two wheels. Anti-lock Brakes A l l V6, 4-cylinder EX, SE, and LX in Canada have an Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) as standard equipment. It is - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 183
vehicles under those conditions. ABS Indicator ABS INDICATOR* *U.S. indicator shown The ABS is self-checking. If anything goes wrong, the ABS indicator on the instrument panel comes on (see page 53). This means the anti-lock function of the braking system has shut down. The brakes still work like - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 184
, even pressure to all the controls. Abrupt steering wheel movements or sudden, hard application of the brakes can cause loss of control in wet weather. Be extra cautious for the first few miles (kilometers) of driving while you adjust to the change in driving conditions. This is especially true in - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 185
turn on your headlights. Inspect your windshield wipers and washers frequently. Keep the windshield washer reservoir full of the proper fluid. Have the windshield wiper blades replaced if they start to streak the windshield or leave parts unwiped. Use the defrosters and air conditioning to keep the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 186
can seriously affect your car's handling and performance. It can also damage the engine and drivetrain. Tongue Load: The weight that the tongue of a fully- to sway. Too much tongue load reduces front-tire traction and steering control. To achieve a proper tongue load, start by loading 60 percent of - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 187
vehicle and trailer), then recheck the tongue load whenever the conditions change. Exceeding load limits or improperly loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a crash in which you can be seriously injured or killed. Check the loading of your vehicle and trailer carefully before starting to - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 188
Accessories Towing can require a variety of equipment, depending on the size of your trailer, how it will be used, and how much load you are towing. Discuss your needs with your trailer sales the ground. Trailer Brakes If you choose electric brakes, be sure they are electronically actuated. Do not - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 189
to the drawing on this page for the wiring color code and purpose of each pin. If you use a converter, you can get the connector and pins that mate with the connector in your vehicle from your Honda dealer. Since lighting and wiring vary with trailer type and brand, you should also have a qualified - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 190
Pre-Tow Checklist When preparing to tow, and before driving away, be sure to check the following: The vehicle has been properly serviced, and the tires, brakes, suspension, and cooling system are in good operating condition. All weights and loads are within limits (see pages 186 and 187). The hitch - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 191
something the vehicle misses. Allow more time and distance for braking. Do not brake or turn suddenly as this could cause the trailer to jackknife turn the air conditioning off, reduce speed and, if necessary, pull to the side of the road to let the engine cool. If the automatic transmission shifts - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 192
normal precautions when parking, including firmly setting the parking brake and putting the transmission in Park (automatic) or in 1 st or Reverse (manual). Also, place wheel chocks at each of the trailer's tires. Always drive slowly and have someone guide you when backing up. Grip the bottom of - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 193
...210 Changing the Oil and Filter...210 Cooling System...213 Adding Engine Coolant...213 Replacing Engine Coolant...215 Windshield Washers...220 Transmission Fluid...221 Automatic Transmission...221 5-speed Manual Transmission...223 Brake and Clutch Fluid...224 Brake System...224 Clutch System - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 194
safety of your passengers. It will also reward you with more economical, trouble-free driving and help reduce air pollution. This section includes instructions for simple maintenance tasks, such as checking and adding oil. Any service items not detailed in this section should be performed by a Honda - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 195
sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine. Burns from hot parts. Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching any parts. Injury from moving parts. Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so. Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 196
car's load limit. This puts excess stress on the engine, brakes, and many other parts of your car. The load limit is shown on the : Service your car according to the time and mileage periods on one of the Maintenance Schedules on the following pages. Select the schedule for "Severe Conditions" if - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 197
is skilled in this type of automotive service. Keep all the receipts as proof of completion, and have the person who does the work fill out the Maintenance Record. Check your warranty booklet for more information. We recommend the use of Genuine Honda parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 198
drive under a "severe" condition, you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule. Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. # : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 197. *1 : Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 199
if the severe driving conditions described in the Severe Conditions Schedule on the next page do not apply. Canadian owners: Follow the schedule for Severe Conditions. page 244 # : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 197. 1 : Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 200
Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. * : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 197. * 1 : See Timing Belt on page 240 to determine need for replacement. * 2 : Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only. * 3 : See Air Conditioning Filter on page 239 for - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 201
Use this schedule if your vehicle is MAINLY driven in any of the following Severe Conditions, or normally driven in Canada; otherwise use the Normal Schedule. Service at the indicated distance or time, whichever comes first. Do the items in A, B, C, D as required for each distance/time. page 244). - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 202
on maintenance and emissions warranty, last column, page 197. 1 : See Timing Belt on page 240 to determine need for replacement. 2 : Balancer belt applies to 4-cylinder models only. 3 : See Air Conditioning Filter on page 239 for replacement information under special conditions. * * * Maintenance - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 203
Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) You or the servicing dealer can record all completed maintenance here, whether you follow the schedule for normal conditions (page 198) or severe conditions (page 200 ). Keep the receipts for all work done on your vehicle. CONTINUED - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 204
Required Maintenance Record (for Normal and Severe Schedules) Maintenance - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 205
220. Automatic transmission - Check the fluid level monthly. See page 221 . Brakes - Check the fluid level monthly. See page 224 . Tires - Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. See page 240 . Lights - Check the operation of the headlights, parking lights - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 206
4-cylinder Models BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) CLUTCH FLUID (5-speed Manual Transmission only) (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL FILL CAP ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) COOLANT RESERVOIR POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) RADIATOR CAP - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 207
Fluid Locations 6-cylinder Models ENGINE OIL FILL CAP BRAKE FLUID (Gray cap) ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) COOLANT RESERVOIR POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) RADIATOR CAP Maintenance - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 208
Engine Oil Adding Oil ENGINE OIL FILL CAP ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Recommended Oil Oil is a major contributor to your engine's performance and longevity. Always use a premium-grade detergent oil. 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models To add oil, unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 209
to help your engine use less fuel. The API Service label also tells you the service classification of the oil. Always use an oil that is labeled "API Service SJ." This service rating may include other classifications, such as CD. These additional classifications are not a problem, as long as - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 210
a service classification of SJ, and the proper weight as shown on the chart. When using synthetic oil, you must follow the oil and filter change intervals given in the maintenance schedule. Additives Your Honda does not need any oil additives. Purchasing additives for the engine or transmission will - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 211
washer from the bottom of the engine. Drain the oil into an appropriate container. 3. Remove the oil filter and let the remaining oil drain. A special wrench (available from your Honda dealer) is required to remove the filter. 4. Install a new oil filter according to instructions that come with it - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 212
Engine Oil OIL FILTER 7. Replace the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The oil pressure indicator light should go out within five seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine and reinspect your work. 8. Let the engine run for several minutes and check the drain bolt and oil filter for leaks. - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 213
Engine Coolant refilled with Honda antifreeze/ coolant as soon as possible. If the reserve tank is completely empty, you should also check the coolant level in the radiator coolant as a temporary replacement. Make sure it is a high-quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines. However, continued - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 214
out, seriously scalding you. Always let the engine and radiator cool down before removing the radiator cap. RADIATOR CAP 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models RADIATOR CAP 1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool. 2. Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise, without pressing down on it, until - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 215
Cooling System Replacing Engine Coolant The cooling system should be completely drained and refilled with new coolant according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Only use Genuine Honda Antifreeze/Coolant. Draining the coolant requires access to the underside of - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 216
model 4-cylinder models 4-cylinder models 1. Open the hood. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool to the touch. Except EX-V6 model Turn the ignition ON (II). Turn the temperature control Dial all the way clockwise. Turn off the ignition and remove the key. Turn the ignition ON (II). Turn the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 217
6-cylinder models 3. Loosen the drain plug on the bottom of the radiator. The coolant will drain through the splash guard. Loosen the drain back in its holder. When removing the reserve tank, first remove the cruise control cable and the ground cable from their clips. After installing the tank back - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 218
the drain plug at the bottom of the radiator. 6. 4-cylinder models Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then reinstall the drain bolt in the engine block. Tighten it securely. Tightening torque: 61 lbf.ft (83 N.m,8.5 kgf.m) With 5-speed manual transmission: Tighten the drain bolt at the rear of - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 219
Turn off the engine. Check the coolant level in the radiator and add coolant if needed. 16.Install the radiator cap, and engine. Pour coolant into the radiator. Tighten the bleeder bolt when coolant comes out in a steady stream with no bubbles. 6-cylinder models Pour coolant into the radiator - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 220
windshield washer reservoir is located behind the headlight. Check the reservoir's fluid level by removing the cap and looking at the level gauge attached to the cap. Canadian Models LEVEL GAUGE 4-cylinder models 6-cylinder models NOTICE Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water solution in - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 221
securely as shown in the illustration. The transmission should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. DIPSTICK Check the fluid level with the engine at normal operating temperature. 1. Park the car on level - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 222
all the way back into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration. The transmission should be drained and refilled with new fluid according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Check the fluid level with the engine at normal operating temperature. 1. Park - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 223
Transmission Fluid 5-speed Manual Transmission Correct level FILLER BOLT If Honda MTF is not available, you may use an API service SG, SH or SJ grade motor oil with a viscosity of SAE 10W-30 or 10W40 as a temporary replacement. An SG grade is preferred, but an SH or SJ grade may be used if SG is - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 224
Brake and Clutch Fluid Check the fluid level in the reservoirs monthly. There are up to two reservoirs, depending on the model. They are: Brake fluid reservoir (all models) Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission only) The brake fluid should be replaced according to the time and distance - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 225
to that level. Use the same fluid specified for the brake system. Low fluid level can indicate a leak in the clutch system. Have this system inspected as soon as possible. You should check the fluid level in the power steering reservoir monthly. Check the level when the engine is cold. Look at the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 226
the system. Check the fluid level frequently and have the system inspected as soon as possible. Air Cleaner Element The air cleaner element should be cleaned or replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Cleaning (Severe Conditions) Clean the air cleaner - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 227
cylinder Models) Replacement The air cleaner element is inside the air cleaner housing on the passenger's side of the engine compartment. To replace it: CLAMPS AIR CLEANER ELEMENT 1. Unsnap the four hold-down clamps and remove the air cleaner housing cover. 2. Remove the old air cleaner element - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 228
cleaner housing on the driver's side of the engine compartment. To replace it: BOLTS AIR CLEANER ELEMENT 1. Loosen the four bolts and remove the air cleaner housing cover. 2. Remove the old air cleaner element. 3. Carefully clean the inside of the air cleaner housing with a damp rag. 4. Place the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 229
cylinder Models) Hood Latch LATCH ASSEMBLY Spark Plugs The spark plugs in your car should be replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Replacement SPARK PLUG CAP Clean the hood latch assembly with a mild cleaner, then lubricate it with a multipurpose - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 230
Spark Plugs (4-cylinder Models) NOTICE Tighten the spark plugs carefully. A spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage the engine. Overtightening can cause damage to the threads in the cylinder head. 6. Install the spark plug cap. 7. Repeat this procedure for the other three spark plugs. - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 231
Plugs (6-cylinder Models) The spark plugs in your car should be replaced according to the time and distance recommendations in the maintenance schedule. Replacement HEXAGON SOCKET HEAD CAP BOLT 2. Clean up any dirt and oil that have collected around the ignition coils. HOLDING CLIP 1. Loosen the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 232
torque: 13 lbf.ft (18N . m,1.8kgf . m) NOTICE Tighten the spark plugs carefully. A spark plug that is too loose can overheat and damage the engine. Overtightening can cause damage to the threads in the cylinder head. 8. Install the ignition coil. Reinstall the hexagon socket head cap bolt. Spark - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 233
condition by looking at the test indicator window on the battery. The label on the battery explains the test indicator's colors. Check the battery terminals for corrosion (a white or yellowish powder). To remove it, cover the terminals with a solution of baking soda and water. It will bubble - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 234
use a wrench to loosen and remove the cables from the terminals. Always disconnect the negative ( - ) cable first and reconnect it last. Clean the battery terminals with a terminal cleaning tool or wire brush. Reconnect and tighten the cables, then coat the terminals with grease. If you need to - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 235
radio you will see "Code" in the frequency display. Use the Preset buttons to enter the five-digit code (see page 152 ). NOTICE Charging the battery with the cables connected can seriously damage your car's electronic controls. Detach the battery cables before connecting the battery to a charger - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 236
Wiper Blades Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months. Look for signs of cracking in the rubber, or areas that are getting hard. Replace the blades if you find these signs, or they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used. WIPER ARMS LOCK TAB To replace the blade: 1. - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 237
Wiper Blades 5. Slide the new wiper blade into the holder until the tabs lock. 6. Slide the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. 7. Lower the wiper arm down against the windshield. Lower the passenger's side first, then the driver's side. BLADE BLADE REINFORCEMENT - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 238
is a sealed system. Any major maintenance, such as recharging, should be done by a qualified mechanic. You can do a couple of things to make sure the air conditioning works efficiently. Periodically check the engine's radiator and air conditioning condenser for leaves, insects, and dirt stuck to the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 239
more often if air flow from the climate control system becomes less than usual. Have the air conditioning filter replaced by your Honda dealer. Drive Belts ALTERNATOR BELT POWER STEERING BELT 4 cylinder models POWER STEERING BELT 6-cylinder models Check the condition of the drive belts (two on - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 240
when to check air pressure, how to inspect your tires for damage and wear, and what to do when your tires need to be replaced. Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Follow all instructions in this owner's manual - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 241
hazards, and wear unevenly. We recommend that you visually check your tires every day. If you think a tire might be low, check it immediately with a tire gauge. Use a gauge to measure the air pressure at least once a month. Even tires that are in good condition may lose one to two psi (10 to 20 - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 242
Tires Recommended Tire Pressures for Normal Driving The following chart shows the recommended cold tire pressures for most normal driving conditions and speeds. Tire pressures for high speed driving are the same as for normal driving. Tubeless tires have some ability to self-seal if they - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 243
if you find either of these conditions. Cuts, splits, or cracks in the side of the tire. Replace the tire if you can see fabric or cord. Excessive tread wear. TREAD WEAR INDICATORS INDICATOR LOCATION MARKS Maintenance In addition to proper inflation, correct wheel alignment helps to decrease tire - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 244
replace them with radial tires of the same size, load range, speed rating, and maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown on the tire's sidewall). Mixing radial and bias-ply tires on your car can reduce its braking ability, traction, and steering accuracy. NOTICE (SE, EX, EX-V6) Improper wheel - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 245
your car can affect handling and stability. This can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Always use the size and type of tires recommended in this owner's manual. It is best to replace all four tires at the same time. If that is not possible or necessary, then - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 246
conditions. Snow Tires original equipment tires. You should drive cautiously even when the roads are clear. Check with the tire dealer for maximum speed recommendations. Tire Chains Link-type your car's brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are hitting any part of the car - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 247
Lights Check the operation of your car's exterior lights at least once a month. A burned out bulb can create an unsafe condition by reducing your car's visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers. HEADLIGHT TURN SIGNAL/SIDE MARKER LIGHT PARKING LIGHT CONTINUED - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 248
BRAKE LIGHT BACK-UP LIGHT Headlights (low and high beam) Parking lights Taillights Brake lights High-mount brake light Turn signals Back-up lights Hazard light function License plate light Side marker lights Daytime running lights (Canadian models) If you find any bulbs are burned out, replace - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 249
Lights Headlight Aiming The headlights were properly aimed when your car was new. You should check their aim if you regularly carry heavy items in the trunk or pull a trailer. Each headlight assembly has horizontal and vertical adjustment indicators. These are set to their "0" positions after the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 250
Lights VERTICAL ANGLE GAUGE HORIZONTAL ADJUSTMENT VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT 5. Check the vertical angle gauge. The bubble should be centered underneath the longest scribe mark on the gauge. 6. If either indicator is not aligned with its "0" mark as described, an adjustment can be made using a - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 251
Lights Replacing a Headlight Bulb Your car has two bulbs on each side, four in total. Make sure you are replacing the bulb that is burned out. Your car 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 - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 252
it in place. 7. Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 8. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. 1. If you are changing the bulb on the driver's side, start the engine, turn the steering wheel all the way to the right, and turn off - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 253
Lights Replacing a Parking Light Bulb 3. Put the bulb holder back into its hole in the lens, and turn it clockwise until it locks. 4. Turn on the parking lights to make sure the new bulb works. 1. The parking light bulb is under the headlight bulb. Turn the bulb holder one-quarter turn - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 254
Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Fenders) 4. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 5. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks. 6. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. 7. - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 255
Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Trunk Lid) 5. Install the new bulb in the socket. 6. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly. 7. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. 1. Open the trunk. 2. Determine which of the two bulbs is burned out: taillight or back-up light. 3. Remove - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 256
Lights Replacing a High-mount Brake Light Bulb Replacing a Rear License Bulb BULB 1. Open the trunk and remove the socket from the light assembly by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 2. Remove the burned-out bulb by pulling it straight out of the socket. 3. Install the new bulb and - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 257
and check that the new bulb is working. 5. Put the lens back on the bulb holder and push it until it latches. 6. Slide the left side of the light assembly into the hole. Push on the right side to latch the assembly into place. Replacing Bulbs in the Interior Lights The ceiling light, door light and - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 258
Lights On all models except DX model SPOTLIGHT On all models except DX model DOOR LIGHT On all models except DX model SUN VISOR Maintenance - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 259
Lights Replacing the Trunk Light Bulb TRUNK LIGHT 1. Open the trunk. Pull down the trunk light cover. 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its metal tabs. 3. Push the new bulb into the metal tabs. 4. Push the cover back in place. Maintenance - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 260
the battery. Change the engine oil and filter (see page 210). Wash and dry the exterior completely. Clean the interior. Make sure the carpeting, floor mats, etc. are completely dry. Leave the parking brake off. Put the transmission in Reverse (5speed manual) or Park (automatic). Support the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 261
prevent corrosion. Exterior Care...262 Washing...262 Waxing...263 Aluminum Wheels...263 Paint Touch-up...263 Interior Care...264 Carpeting...264 Fabric...264 Vinyl...264 Leather...264 Seat Belts...265 Windows...265 Air Fresheners...265 Corrosion Protection...266 Body Repairs...267 Appearance Care - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 262
use the solvents and cleaners recommended in this Owner's Manual. Rinse the car thoroughly with cool water to remove top and work your way down. Rinse frequently. Check the body for road tar, tree sap, etc. Remove with a chamois or soft towel. Letting it air-dry will cause dulling and water spots. As - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 263
liquid or paste wax. Apply it according to the instructions on the container. In general, there are two types of products: Waxes - A wax wheels. Paint Touch-up Your dealer has touch-up paint to match your car's color. The color code is printed on a sticker on the driver's doorjamb. Take this code - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 264
keep it looking new. Use one of the foam-type carpet cleaners on the market. Follow the instructions that come with the cleaner, applying it with a can also use commercially-available spray or foam-type vinyl cleaners. Leather On EX and EX-V6 models Vacuum dirt and dust from the leather frequently - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 265
. They can weaken the belt material. Let the belts airdry before you use the car. Air Fresheners If you want to use an air freshener/ deodorizer in the interior of your car, it is best to use a solid type. Some liquid air fresheners contain chemicals that may cause parts of the interior trim and - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 266
of the doors and body. Check the floor coverings for panels to corrode. Use a high-pressure spray to clean the underside of your car. This is especially important in areas that use road salt in winter. It is also a good idea in humid climates and areas subject to salt air. Cars equipped with ABS - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 267
repair and the quality of the work. Make sure the repair facility uses Genuine Honda replacement body parts. Some companies make sheet metal pieces that seem to duplicate the original Honda body parts, but are actually inferior in fit, finish, and corrosion resistance. Once installed, they do not - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 268
Normally...278 Jump Starting...278 If Your Engine Overheats...281 Low Oil Pressure Indicator...283 Charging System Indicator...284 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...285 Brake System Indicator...286 Closing the Moonroof...287 Fuses...287 Checking and Replacing...289 Emergency Towing...293 Taking Care of - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 269
it when you can see the tread wear indicator bars. The replacement should be the same size and design tire, mounted on the same wheel. The compact spare tire is not designed to be mounted on a regular wheel, and the compact wheel is not designed for mounting a regular tire. Taking Care of the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 270
slippery ground away from traffic. Put the transmission in Park (automatic) or Reverse (manual). Apply the parking brake. 2. Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Have all the passengers get out of the car while you change the tire. CONTINUED Taking Care of the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 271
Changing a Flat Tire WHEEL NUTS JACK 6. The jack is behind a cover in the right fender. Remove the cover by turning the handle counterclockwise, then pulling on the cover. 7. Turn the jack's end bracket counterclockwise to loosen it, then remove the jack. 8. Loosen the four wheel nuts (4cylinder) - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 272
a Flat Tire EXTENSION JACKING POINT WHEEL WRENCH 9. Locate the jacking point nearest the tire you need to change. It is pointed to by an arrow molded into the underside of the body. Place the jack under the jacking point. Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 273
Changing a Flat Tire BRAKE HUB 12. Before mounting the spare tire, wipe any dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth. Wipe the hub carefully, it may be hot from driving. 13. Put on the spare tire. Put the wheel nuts back on finger-tight, then tighten them in a - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 274
Changing a Flat Tire 4-cylinder model 6-cylinder model 16. SE, EX, EX-V6 models 15. Tighten the wheel nuts securely in the same crisscross pattern. Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility. Tighten the wheel nuts to: 80 lbf.ft (108N . m,11 kgf.m) Remove the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 275
Changing a Flat Tire, If Your Engine Won't Start WING BOLT SPACER CONE 20. Store the jack in its holder. Turn the jack's end bracket to lock it in place. Replace the cover. Store the tools. If Your Engine Won't Start Diagnosing why your engine the occupants. Store the wheel, jack and tools securely - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 276
floor or the starter will not operate. With an automatic transmission, it must be in Park or Neutral. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Turn on the headlights and check their brightness. If the headlights are very dim or don't light at all, the battery is discharged. See Jump Starting on page 278 - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 277
with an automatic transmission by pushing or pulling it. NOTICE If a battery sits in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can freeze. Attempting to jump start with a frozen battery can cause it to rupture. 2. Turn off all the electrical accessories: climate control, stereo system, lights, etc. Put - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 278
Connect the second jumper cable to the negative (-) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the other end to the grounding strap as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine. 5. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, have an assistant start that vehicle and run - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 279
Jump Starting 6-cylinder models 4-cylinder models BOOSTER BATTERY 6-cylinder models BOOSTER BATTERY 6. Start your car. If the starter motor still operates slowly, check the jumper cable connections to make sure they have good metal-tometal contact. 7. Once your car is running, disconnect the - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 280
, you should take immediate action. 1. Safely pull to the side of the road. Put the transmission in Neutral or Park and set the parking brake. Turn off the heating and cooling system and all other accessories. Turn on the hazard warning indicators. 2. If you see steam and/or spray coming from under - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 281
293 ). 7. If you don't find an obvious leak, check the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank (see page 162). If the level is below the 10. Start the engine and set the temperature control dial to maximum (climate control to FULL AUTO at 90° F/32° C). Add coolant to the radiator up to the base - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 282
Turn on the hazard warning indicators. This indicator should light when the ignition switch is ON (II), and go out after the engine starts. It should never come on when the engine is running. If it starts flashing, it indicates that the oil pressure dropped very low for a moment, then recovered. If - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 283
off all electrical accessories: radio, heater, A/C, rear defogger, cruise control, etc. Try not to use other electrically-operated controls such as the power windows. Keep the engine running and take extra care not to stall it. Starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly. By eliminating - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 284
be a loose or missing fuel fill cap. Check the cap and tighten it until it clicks several times. Replace the fuel fill cap if it is missing. turn the ignition switch ON (II). If it comes on at any other time, it indicates one of the engine's emissions control systems may have a problem. Even though - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 285
other time, it indicates a problem with the car's brake system. In most cases, the problem is a low fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir. Press lightly on the brake pedal to see if it feels normal. If it does, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop at a service station (see page 224 - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 286
If the fuse is blown, replace it with one of the same or lower rating. 2. Try closing the moonroof. If the new fuse blows immediately or the moonroof motor still does not operate, you can close the moonroof manually. 3. Get the moonroof wrench out of the tool kit in the trunk. 4. Use a screwdriver - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 287
open, then take it out of its hinges by pulling it toward you. The under-hood fuse box is located in the back of the engine compartment on the passenger's side. To open it, push the tabs as shown. Taking Care of the Unexpected - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 288
fuse or fuses control that component. Check those fuses first, but check all the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is not the cause. Replace any blown fuses and check the component's operation. 1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 289
fuse. If it is burned, replace it with one of the spare fuses of the same rating or lower. 6. If the replacement fuse of the same rating blows in a short time, there is probably a serious electrical problem in your car. Leave the blown fuse in that circuit and have your car checked by a qualified - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 290
Fuses UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX CONTINUED Taking Care of the Unexpected - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 291
Fuses INTERIOR FUSE BOXES DRIVER'S SIDE PASSENGER'S SIDE *1 : On Canadian models *2 : On models with side airbags * : On Canadian models Taking Care of the Unexpected - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 292
ground. With the front wheels on the ground, it is best to tow the car no farther than 50 miles (80 km), and keep the speed below 35 mph (55 km/h). Release the parking brake. Shift the transmission to Neutral. Automatic Transmission: Release the parking brake. Start the engine. Shift to D4, then - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 293
run down the battery. NOTICE Trying to lift or tow your car by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed to support the car's weight. NOTICE The steering wheel system can be damaged if the steering wheel is locked. Leave the ignition switch in Accessory (I), and make sure - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 294
Emissions Control System...305 Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery...305 Exhaust Emissions Controls...306 PGM-FI System...306 Ignition Timing Control System...306 Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System...306 Three Way Catalytic Converter...306 Replacement Parts...306 Three Way Catalytic Converter...307 - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 295
windshield on the driver's side. It is also on the Certification label attached to the driver's doorjamb, and is stamped on the engine compartment bulkhead. The V I N is also provided in bar code on the Certification label. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER CERTIFICATION LABEL Technical Information - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 296
Numbers The Engine Number is stamped into the engine block. It is on the front. The Transmission Number is on a label on top of the transmission. 4-cylinder Models AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER 6-cylinder Models ENGINE NUMBER MANUAL TRANSMISSION NUMBER ENGINE NUMBER AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION NUMBER - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 297
Specifications * : 6-cylinder models * : 6-cylinder models * 1 : Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the * * Technical Information engine. Reserve tank capacity: 0.16 US gal (0,6 ,0.13 Imp gal) 2 : Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. 3 : 6-cylinder models - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 298
Specifications pages 230 and 232 . *1 : DX * 2 : LX, SE, and EX * 3 : 6-cylinder models page 292 page 291 CONTINUED Technical Information - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 299
Specifications Tires *1 : DX * 2 : LX, EX, SE * 3 : 4-cylinder models *4: 6-cylinder models Technical Information - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 300
temperature performance according to Department service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate. Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 301
and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 302
to as oxygenated fuels. To meet clean air standards, some areas of the United States and fuel that contains memanol. Methanol can corrode metal parts in the fuel system, and also damage plastic and rubber service station or switch to another brand of gasoline. Fuel system damage or performance problems - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 303
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 car back into compliance will require the replacement of several components, such as the oxygen sensors and the three way catalytic converter. These - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 304
hydrocarbons. Controlling the production of NOx, CO, and HC is important to the environment. Under certain conditions of sunlight and climate, into the engine and burned. Evaporative Emissions Control System As gasoline evaporates in the fuel tank, an evaporative emissions control canister filled - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 305
routes it back into the intake manifold. Adding exhaust gas to the air/fuel mixture reduces the amount of NOx produced when the fuel is burned. Three Way Catalytic Converter Replacement Parts The emissions control systems are designed and certified to work together in reducing emissions to levels - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 306
, and NOx. A replacement unit must be an original Honda part or its equivalent. The three way catalytic converter must operate at a catalytic converter contributes to air pollution, and can impair your engine's performance. Follow these guidelines to protect your car's three way catalytic converter - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 307
Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Relations Information...310 U.S. Zone Office Map...311 Canada Zone Office Map...312 Warranty Coverages...313 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)...314 Authorized Manuals...315 Warranty and Customer Relations - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 308
that your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership's management. The Service Manager or General Manager can help. Almost all problems are solved in this way. If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership's management, contact your - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 309
's emissions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read the warranty manual for exact information. Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty - this warranty gives up to 100 percent credit toward a replacement battery. Seat Belt Limited Warranty - a seat belt that - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 310
, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington D.C. area) or - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 311
)...72 Accessory Power Socket...102 Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid...221, 222 Brake Fluid...224 Clutch Fluid...225 Engine Coolant...213 Engine Oil...208 Manual Transmission Fluid...223 Power Steering Fluid...225 Windshield Washer Fluid...220 Additional Information About Your Airbags...46 - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 312
198 Changing a Flat Tire...271 Changing Engine Coolant...215 Charging System Indicator...52, 284 Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid...221, 222 Battery Condition...233 Brake Fluid...224 Clutch Fluid...225 Drive Belts...239 Engine Coolant...162 Engine Oil...160 Fuses...289 Manual Transmission Fluid - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 313
Lights...61 Dead Battery, What to Do...278 Defects, Reporting Safety...314 DEXRON® III Automatic Transmission Fluid...221 Dimensions...298 Dimming the Headlights...60 Dipstick Automatic Transmission.. 221, 222 Engine Oil...160 Directional Signals...62 Disabled, Towing Your Car If...293 Disc Brake - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 314
Filter Air Conditioning...239 Oil...210 First Gear, Shifting...177 5-speed Manual Transmission Checking Fluid Level...223 5-speed Manual Transmission Shifting the...173 Flashers, Hazard Warning...64 Flat Tire, Changing a...271 Fluids Automatic Transmission ..221, 222 Brake...224 Clutch...225 Manual - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 315
, Tire...243 Instrument Panel...51 Instrument Panel Brightness...61 Interior Cleaning...264 Interior Lights...103 Introduction...i Keys...69 Label, Certification...296 Lane Change, Signaling...62 Lap/Shoulder Belts...39 Leaking of Exhaust into Car...47 Lights Bulb Replacement...251 Indicator...51 - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 316
.. 53, 285 Manual Transmission...173 Manual Transmission Fluid ...223 Meters, Gauges...56 Methanol in Gasoline...303 Mirrors, Adjusting...96 Octane Requirement, Gasoline...156 Odometer...56 Odometer, Trip...57 Oil Change, How to...210 Change, When to...198 Checking Engine...160 Pressure Indicator - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 317
Setting the Clock...98 Shifting The Automatic Transmission...174 The 5-speed Manual Transmission...173 Shift Lever Position Indicator...175 Shift Lock Release...178 CONTINUED Radiator Overheating...281 Radio/Cassette Sound System ...121 Rear End Towing...293 Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement...254 Rear - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 318
...37 Three Way Catalytic Converter...307 Time, Setting the...98 Timing Belt...240 Tire Chains...246 Tire, How to Change a Flat...271 Tires...240 Air Pressure...241 Checking Wear...243 Compact Spare...270 DOT Tire Quality Grading...301 Inflation...241 Inspection...243 Replacing...244 Rotating...244 - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 319
Wrecker...293 Transmission Checking Fluid Level, Automatic...221, 222 Checking Fluid Level, Manual...223 Fluid Selection...221, 222 Identification Number...296 Shifting the Automatic...174 Shifting the Manual...173 Treadwear...301 Trip Meter...57 Trunk...78 Opening the...78 Open Monitor Light...53 - 2000 Honda Accord | Owner's Manual - Page 320
Engine Oil: API Service SJ "Energy Conserving" oil, SAE 5W-30 viscosity (see page 210 ). Oil change capacity (including filter): 4-cylinder models 4.5 US qt (4.3 l, 3.8 Imp qt) 6-cylinder models 4.6 US qt (4.4 l,3.9 Imp qt) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda Premium Formula Automatic Transmission
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2000 Accord Sedan Online Reference Owner's Manual
Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference.
For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com.
Contents
Introduction
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i
A Few Words About Safety
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ii
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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2
Driver and Passenger Safety
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5
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Controls
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49
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features
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105
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving
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155
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving
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169
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance
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193
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Appearance Care
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261
Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your vehicle ever needs body repairs.
Taking Care of the Unexpected
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269
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information
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295
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)
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309
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)
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315
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index
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I
Service Information Summary
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.
Owner's Identification Form