Timing Belt - Honda Accord 2012 Owner's Manual

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Power Steering Fluid, Timing Belt
UPPER LEVEL
V6 models LOWER LEVEL
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully
so you do not spill any. Clean up
any spills immediately; it could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
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Always use Honda Power Steering
Fluid. You may use another power
steering fluid as an emergency
replacement, but have the power
steering system flushed and refilled
with Honda PSF as soon as possible.
A low power steering fluid level can
indicate a leak in the system. Check
the fluid level frequently, and have
the system inspected as soon as
possible.
Turning the steering wheel to f ull lef t
or right lock and holding it there can
damage the power steering pump.

Timing Belt

V6 models
The timing belt should be replaced
according to the Maintenance
Minder (see page TM 335 ).
Replace the timing belt every 60,000
miles (100,000 km) if you regularly
drive your vehicle in any of the
following conditions:
In very high temperatures
(over 110°F, 43°C).
In very low temperatures
− −
(under 20°F, 29°C).
If you frequently tow a trailer.