Honda Accord: Eighth generation (2008–2012)
The North American version of the Accord has a different body from its Japanese counterpart. This shape is sold as the Honda Inspire in Japan, and is not sold in Europe. It was discontinued in Japan in September 2012. Larger than the previous model, the sedan is now classified as a full-size car by EPA standards. A coupe version is available, as well as a Crosstour fastback model, which was introduced in the US for the 2010 model year.
- Honda Accord 2008-2012 Owner's Manual
- Introduction
- A FewWordsAbout Safety
- Overview of Contents
- Your Vehicle at a Glance
- Driver and Passenger Safety
- Instruments and Controls
- Features
- Before Driving
- Driving
- Maintenance
- Taking Care of the Unexpected
- Technical Information
- Warranty and Customer Relations
- Honda Accord MK8 2008-2012 Service Manual
- Introduction
- Supplemental restraint system (SRS)
- General Information
- Specifications
- Maintenance
- Engine Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Fuel and Emissions
- Transaxle
- Transaxle
- Transaxle
- Introduction
- Supplemental restraint system (SRS) (if steering maintenance is required)
- Steering
- Suspension
- Brakes
- Body
- Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
- Body Electrical
- Audio, Navigation, and Telematics
- Restraints
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Recommended Engine Oil
Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s performance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 0W-20
detergent oil displaying the API
Certification Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is e ...
Accessory Power Sockets
Your vehicle has two accessory
power sockets; one is at the front of
the center console and the other is in
the console compartment.
To use an accessory power socket,
the ignition switch mu ...
Engine Oil Gallery Cap Replacement
1. Remove the harness bracket (A), then remove the
engine oil gallery cap (B).
2. Clean the O-ring groove and mating surface with the
engine oil gallery cap.
3. Apply new engine oil to new O-r ...