Service Bulletin
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CUSTOMER INFORMATION: The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment,
and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume
this bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an
authorized Honda automobile dealer.
September 8, 2012
12-058
Applies To: 2013 Accord – ALL
2013 Accord: PDI Information and New Model Service Information
(Supersedes 12-058, dated September 5, 2012, to revise the information marked by the black bars)
REVISION SUMMARY
Under PDI Procedures, the section “Verify That
LaneWatch Is Working” was added.
This service bulletin gives you the information needed
for the pre-delivery inspection (PDI) of the 2013
Accord.
NOTE: To do a PDI on an Accord with a navigation
system, be sure to review and complete Service
Bulletin 12-053, 2013 Accord: PDI of the Navigation
System.
The 2013 Accord Sedan (4-door) comes in these trim
levels:
LX LX Sport EX-L V6 Navi
EX EX-L EX-L V6
Touring V6
The 2013 Accord Coupe (2-door) comes in these trim
levels:
LX EX EX-L V6 Navi
LX-S EX-L EX Navi
EX-L V6
This bulletin includes these PDI procedures:
• Install the Fuses
• Check the Battery
• Fuel the Vehicle
• Do the Idle Learn Procedure
• Install the Shift Lock Release Cover (A/T Models)
• Remove the Interior Protective Coverings
• Remove the Exterior Protective Coverings
• Install the Front License Plate Holder
• Install the Floor Mats
• Set the Radio Region (Models without Navigation)
• Set the Clock
• Set the Compass Zone (EX-L and EX-L V6 Models
Without Navigation System)
• Set the Compass Zone
(EX-L and EX-L V6 Models With Navigation System)
• Check/Refresh the XM Satellite Radio
Dealer Demo Service
• Check the HandsFreeLink System
• Verify the FCW (Forward Collision Warning)
Indicator Checks
• Verify the LDW (Lane Departure Warning)
Indicator Checks
• Verify the ACC (Active Cruise Control)
Indicator Checks
• Verify That LaneWatch Is Working
• Verify the HUW (Heads-Up Warning) Indicator
Checks
• Install the Body Plugs
• Set the Tire Pressures
• Start the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Calibration Process
This bulletin includes this new model service
information:
• Checking the Continuously Variable Transmission
(CVT) Fluid Level
• New Stamped VIN Location
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
None. These procedures are considered part of the
normal PDI.
PDI PROCEDURES
Before doing the PDI, review these items:
• Perfect Delivery documents, especially the
information on battery maintenance and tire
pressures.
• PDI checklist in the Service History booklet.
Make sure you record the PDI on the appropriate
pages of the vehicle’s Service History Booklet. The PDI
procedure is not finished until this service bulletin and
the Service History checklist are completed.
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