Honda Accord Maintenance Required Indicator Reset

Honda Accord Maintenance Required Indicator Reset

The Accord is a good used-car choice by virtue of being roomy, reliable and having clear controls. EX trims are the pick of the Accord line with alloy wheels, a sunroof and better audio system. Most samples will have a four-cylinder engine that, together with the automatic, makes for a smooth, unobtrusive powertrain. High-end versions have a slick, powerful and quiet V6. Handling is quite nimble, the ride is steady and controlled and switches and gauges are intuitive. If you can, focus on a 2005 or newer model since it came with standard curtain airbags that provide more protection. 2006 and later models with the V6 come with standard stability control, making them particularly desirable.

This indicator reminds you that it is time to take your car in for scheduled maintenance per the Normal Conditions maintenance schedule. The indicator light does not reflect severe maintenance intervals.

4 Cylinder Models

For the first 8,000 miles (12,800 km)after the Maintenance Required Indicator is reset, it will come on for two seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Between 8,000 miles (12,800 km) and 10,000 miles (16,000 km) this indicator will light for two seconds when you first turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and then flash for ten seconds.

If you exceed 10,000 miles (16,000 km) without having the scheduled maintenance performed, this indicator will remain on as a constant reminder

6 Cylinder Models

For the first 6,000 miles (9,600 km) after the Maintenance Required Indicator is reset, it will come on for two seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

Between 6,000 miles (9,600 km) and 7,500 miles (12,000 km) this indicator will light for two seconds when you first turn the ignition switch to ON (II), and then flash for ten seconds.

If you exceed 7,500 miles (12,000 km) without having the scheduled maintenance performed, this indicator will remain on as a constant reminder.

Your dealer will reset this indicator after completing the scheduled maintenance. If this maintenance is done by someone other than your Honda dealer, reset the indicator as follows.

1. Turn off the engine. 
2. Press and hold the Select/Reset knob in the instrument panel, then turn the ignition switch ON (II)
   
3. Hold the knob for approximately ten seconds until the indicator resets
4. Done