2005 Honda Accord Owner's Manual - Page 194

Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle well maintained and how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions. This section also includes Maintenance Schedules for normal driving and severe driving conditions, a Maintenance Record, and instructions for simple maintenance tasks you may want to take care of yourself. If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on your vehicle, you may want to purchase the Service Manual. See page 291 for information on how to obtain a copy, or see your dealer. Maintenance Safety ...198 Maintenance Schedule ...199 Servicing Your Vehicle ...200 Owner's Maintenance Checks ...201 4-cylinder Models ...202 6-cylinder Models ...204 Maintenance Record ...206 Fluid Locations...210 Adding Engine Oil ...212 Recommended Engine Oil...212 Synthetic Oil ...213 Engine Oil Additives ...213 Changing the Oil and Filter ...214 Windshield Washers ...216 Engine Coolant ...217 Adding Engine Coolant ...217 Transmission Fluid ...219 Automatic Transmission...219 Manual Transmission...222 Brake and Clutch Fluid ...223 Brake Fluid ...223 Clutch Fluid ...224 Power Steering Fluid ...224 Timing Belt ...225 Hood Latch ...225 Lights ...226 Seat Belts ...233 Floor Mats ...233 Dust and Pollen Filter ...233 Wiper Blades ...234 Tires ...236 Inflation ...236 Tire Inspection ...238 Tire Maintenance ...238 Tire Rotation ...239 Replacing Tires ...239 Wheels and Tires ...240 Winter Driving ...240 Snow Tires ...240 Tire Chains ...241 Checking the Battery ...242 Vehicle Storage ...243 Maintenance 197