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Honda 2004 Accord User Manual

Honda 2004 Accord
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2004 Accord 4 Door Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Contents
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety................................................................................................................ ii
Your Vehicle at a Glance................................................................................................................... 2
Driver and Passenger Safety ............................................................................................................ 5
Seat belts, SRS, and child protection.
Instruments and Controls................................................................................................................. 59
Indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column.
Features .............................................................................................................................................. 109
Heating and cooling, audio, steering wheel, and cruise control.
Before Driving.................................................................................................................................. 163
Fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading.
Driving .............................................................................................................................................. 177
Engine and transmission operation.
Maintenance..................................................................................................................................... 199
Schedules, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage.
Taking Care of the Unexpected...................................................................................................... 247
Flat tire, dead battery, overheating, fuses.
Technical Information..................................................................................................................... 271
Vehicle specifications, tires, fuels, and emissions controls.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)................................................................ 287
Warranty and contact information.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...................................................................................................... 291
How to order.
Index..................................................................................................................................................... I
Service Information Summary
Fluid capacities and tire pressures.
Owner's Identification Form

Table of Contents

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Honda 2004 Accord Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHonda
Model2004 Accord
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

California Proposition 65 Warning

Legal warning regarding chemicals in the product.

A Few Words About Safety

Types of Safety Information

Covers safety labels, messages, headings, sections, and instructions for safe operation.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Important Safety Precautions

Key recommendations for protecting yourself and passengers.

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Overview of safety features that protect occupants during a crash.

Protecting Adults and Teens

Guidelines for properly protecting adult and teenage occupants in the front seat.

Protecting Children General Guidelines

General guidelines for properly protecting child passengers in the vehicle.

Instruments and Controls

Control Locations

Diagrams showing the location of various vehicle controls and switches.

Instrument Panel

Illustration and description of the vehicle's instrument panel and indicators.

Instrument Panel Lights

Explains the meaning and function of various indicator lights on the instrument panel.

Gauges

Details on how to read and understand the vehicle's gauges like speedometer and fuel gauge.

Features

Vents, Heating, and A/C

How to operate the climate control system for heating, cooling, and ventilation.

Playing the Radio

Instructions on how to operate the vehicle's radio, including tuning and presets.

Playing a CD

Guide to loading, playing, and controlling CD playback in the audio system.

Steering Wheel Controls

How to use audio system controls mounted on the steering wheel.

Cruise Control

Instructions on how to use and set the vehicle's cruise control system.

HomeLink Universal Transceiver

Programming and using the HomeLink system for garage door openers.

Before Driving

Break-in Period, Gasoline Type

Recommendations for the initial driving period and proper gasoline usage.

Service Station Procedures

Steps for refueling the vehicle and opening the fuel fill door.

Opening and Closing the Hood

Instructions on how to open and secure the vehicle's hood.

Carrying Cargo

Guidelines for safely storing and transporting items in the vehicle.

Driving

Preparing to Drive

Pre-drive checks and adjustments for safe vehicle operation.

Starting the Engine

Procedures for starting the engine under various conditions.

5-speed Manual Transmission

How to operate the manual transmission, including shift points.

Automatic Transmission

Explanation of automatic transmission operation and shift lever positions.

Braking System

Information on the vehicle's braking system design and indicators.

Traction Control System

How the TCS assists in maintaining traction and its indicator lights.

Towing a Trailer

Guidelines for safely towing a trailer, including load limits and equipment.

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Important safety precautions to follow when performing vehicle maintenance.

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended maintenance intervals for normal and severe driving conditions.

Owner’s Maintenance Checks

Regular checks owners can perform to maintain the vehicle.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Compact Spare Tire

Information on using and maintaining the compact spare tire.

Changing a Flat Tire

Step-by-step instructions for changing a flat tire.

If the Engine Won’t Start

Troubleshooting guide for engine starting issues.

If the Engine Overheats

Procedures to follow if the vehicle's engine overheats.

Low Oil Pressure Indicator

Explanation of the low oil pressure warning light and actions to take.

Brake System Indicator

Meaning of the brake system warning light and troubleshooting steps.

Emergency Towing

Guidelines and precautions for towing a disabled vehicle.

Fuses

How to check and replace fuses for electrical components.

Technical Information

Identification Numbers

Location of vehicle identification numbers like VIN and engine number.

Specifications

Key dimensions, capacities, and weight specifications for the vehicle.

DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)

Explanation of tire grading systems for treadwear, traction, and temperature.

Emissions Controls

Overview of the vehicle's emissions control systems and their function.

Warranty and Customer Relations

Customer Service Information

Contact information and procedures for Honda customer service.

Warranty Coverages

Summary of various warranty coverages provided for the vehicle.

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)

How to report safety defects to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

Authorized Manuals

Information on how to purchase factory authorized manuals and publications.

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