Honda Accord Sedan 2017 Owner's Manual page 533

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Brake/Clutch Fluid

Specified fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3

Use the same fluid for both the brakes and clutch.

Checking the Brake Fluid

Reserve Tank

Manual transmission models

Checking the Clutch Fluid

Clutch Reservoir

The fluid level should be between the MIN

and MAX marks on the side of the reserve

The fluid level should be between the MIN

and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir.

uuMaintenance Under the HooduBrake/Clutch Fluid

1Brake/Clutch Fluid

Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible with your

vehicle's braking system and can cause extensive

If the specified brake fluid is not available, you should

use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid from a sealed

container as a temporary replacement.

Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion

and decrease the longevity of the system. Have the

brake system flushed and refilled with Honda Heavy

Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as soon as possible.

If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,

have a dealer inspect the vehicle for leaks or worn

brake pads as soon as possible.

1Checking the Clutch Fluid

If the clutch fluid level is at or below the MIN mark,

have a dealer inspect for leaks or an excessively worn

clutch plate as soon as possible.