Hello. Being new to the Honda thing, my first move was to find a Honda forum and ask questions about an '04 Accord V6 EX-L being offered for sale with 140k mi. I'm getting ready to make a road trip (150 mi.) to see the vehicle up close and personal. Based on some limited information and several pictures, I think I'm going to come home with the car...my 1st ever Honda.

I've already posted a thread on HAF asking a few questions about the '04 Accord and received some good feedback. However, given that I think I'll be buying the car, I'm left with a couple of general questions before handing over the cash.

1. What is the 'be all, end all' 2004 Honda Accord (v6/ex-l) factory repair manual...or whatever it's called??? I've done a search of this forum and it seems people are all over the map on this question leaving me wonder why there isn't a consensus on a great manual. If I buy the car, I'd like to immediately change spark plugs and drain/refill all fluids. I'd also like to inspect and change the air and cabin filter. A great manual would be really helpful. I read where people are downloading manuals....but I think I'd prefer NOT having a downloaded version (since I don't do downloading well) on printer paper and instead have the 'real deal'.

2. Is there a consensus on the best place(s) to buy Honda Accord parts??? Obviously, it would be great to have a source for buying the materials needed for doing the above mentioned maintenance...or any other parts I may need in the future.

Thanks for any feedback.

 

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