2020 Honda Accord Owners Manual - Turbo Engine Vehicle

Turbo Engine Vehicle

Handling Precautions

The turbocharger is a high-precision device to obtain greater horsepower by delivering a large volume of compressed air into the engine using a turbine driven by the engine’s exhaust gas pressure.

When the engine is cold just after starting, avoid revving the engine or sudden acceleration.

Always replace the engine oil and engine oil filter according to the Maintenance Minder. The turbine rotates at very high speeds over 100,000 rpm and its temperature reaches over 1,292°F (700°C). It is lubricated and cooled by engine oil. If you fail to replace the engine oil and filter at the scheduled distance or interval, deteriorated engine oil may cause failure such as sticking and abnormal noise of the turbine bearing.

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Maintenance

This chapter discusses basic maintenance.

Before Performing Maintenance

Inspection and Maintenance 608

Safety When Performing Maintenance 609

Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service 610

Maintenance MinderTM 611

Maintenance Under the Hood

Maintenance Items Under the Hood 618

Opening the Hood 620

Recommended Engine Oil 621

Oil Check 622

Adding Engine Oil 624

Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter 625

* Not available on all models

Engine Coolant 629

Transmission Fluid 631

Brake/Clutch* Fluid 633

Refilling Window Washer Fluid 634

Replacing Light Bulbs 635

Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades 643

Checking and Maintaining Tires

Checking Tires 646

Tire and Loading Information Label 647

Tire Labeling 647

DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) 649

Wear Indicators 651

Tire Service Life 651

Tire and Wheel Replacement 652

Tire Rotation 653

Winter Tires 654

Battery 655

Remote Transmitter Care

Replacing the Button Battery 657

Climate Control System Maintenance 658

Cleaning

Interior Care 659

Exterior Care 661

Accessories and Modifications 664