Honda Accord Sedan 1997 Reference Owner's Manual page 169

Engine Oil
You can determine an oil's SAE
viscosity and Service Classification
from the API Service label on the oil
container.
A fuel-efficient oil is recommended
for your Honda. This is shown on the
API Service label by the words
"Energy Conserving " or
"Energy Conserving I I . " This oil is
formulated to help your engine use
less fuel.
Maintenance
The API Service label also tells you
the service classification of the oil.
Always use an oil that is labeled "API
Service SJ" or "API Service SH."
This service rating may include
other classifications, such as CD.
These additional classifications are
not a problem, as long as the label
also carries the SJ or SH classifi-
cation. An oil that is only classified
SG is not recommended.
API SERVICE LABEL
The oil container may also display
the API Certification seal. Make
sure it says "For Gasoline Engines."
API CERTIFICATION SEAL