Honda Accord 2008 Manual page 44

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Maintenance Main Items
If message ''SERVICE'' does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every
year.
NOTE:
• Independent of the maintenance messages in the smart maintenance display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
• Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
• Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2 or 3 if they are noisy.
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A Replace engine oil (see page 8-10).
Engine oil capacity without oil filter: 4.0 L (4.2 US qt).
B Replace engine oil and oil filter (see page 8-11).
Engine oil capacity with oil filter: 4.2 L (4.4 US qt).
Check front and rear brakes (see page 19-3).
• Check pads and discs for wear (thickness), damage, and cracks.
• Check calipers for damage, leaks, and tightness of mounting bolts.
Check parking brake adjustment (see page 19-8).
Check the number of clicks (7 to 9) when the parking brake lever is pulled with 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf) of
force.
Inspect tie-rod ends, steering gearbox, and gearbox boots (see page 17-3).
• Check rack grease and steering linkage.
• Check boots for damage and leaking grease.
• Check fluid lines for damage or leaks.
Inspect suspension components (see page 18-3).
• Check bolts for tightness.
• Check condition of ball joint boots for deterioration and damage.
Inspect driveshaft boots (see page 16-4).
Check boots for cracks and boot bands for tightness.
Inspect brake hoses and lines including VSA lines (see page 19-38).
Check the master cylinder and VSA modulator-control unit for damage and leakage.
Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids.
• Engine coolant (see page 10-6)
• Clutch fluid (see step 2 on page 12-6)
• Manual transmission fluid (see page 13-5)
• Automatic transmission fluid (see page 14-241)
• Power steering fluid (see page 17-14)
• Brake fluid (see page 19-9)
• Windshield washer fluid (see page 22-304)
Inspect exhaust system
Check catalytic converter heat shields, exhaust pipes, and muffler for damage, leaks, and tightness.
Inspect fuel lines and connections
Check for loose connections, cracks, and deterioration; retighten loose connections and replace
damaged parts.
NOTE: According to state and federal regulations, failure to do the maintenance items marked with an asterisk ( ) will
not void the customer's emissions warranties. However, Honda recommends that all maintenance services be done at
the recommended interval, to ensure long-term reliability.
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Maintenance Main Items
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