2003 HONDA ACCORD COUPE charging

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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
Indicator L ights
Inst rument s and Cont rols61
LOW FUEL INDICATORSEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHTMAINTENANCE REQUIRED
INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF
INDICATOR
CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATORSUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR
TCS ACTIVATION INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
DOOR AND TRUNK
OPEN MONITOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM (TCS)
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.62,
379)
(P.62, 380)
(P.381) (P.63)(P.66)
(P.62)
(P.
66)
(P.66,
213) (P.
63)
(P.
63)(P.
65)
(P.
71)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.65)
(P.64) (P.
67)
(P.
64)
(P.64)
(P.67)
(P.67)

The instrument panel has many
indicators to give you important
inf ormation about your car.The engine can be severely damaged
if this light f lashes or stays on when
the engine is running. For complete
inf ormation, see page .
If this light comes on when the
engine is running, the battery is not
being charged. For complete
inf ormation, see page .
See page .
This indicator lights when you turn
the ignition switch ON (II). It is a
reminder to you and your passengers
to protect yourselves by f astening
the seat belts. A beeper also sounds
if you have not fastened your seat
belt.
If you do not f asten your seat belt,
the beeper will stop af ter a f ew
seconds but the light stays on until
you do. Both the light and the beeper
stay of f if you f asten your seat belt
bef ore turning on the ignition.
379
380
381
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
Malf unction Indicator
Lamp
Seat Belt Reminder L ight
Indicator L ights
Inst rument s and Cont rols62

If your car’s battery is disconnected
or goes dead, the AUTO f eature of
the driver’s window will be disabled.
You should reset the AUTO f eature
(see page ).105
Battery
Maint enance326
The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normal
operation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
mechanic do the battery
maintenance. Charging the battery with the cables
connected can seriously damage your
car’s electronic controls. Detach the
battery cables bef ore connecting the
battery to a charger.

Run the air conditioning at least once
a week during the cold weather
months. Run it f or at least ten
minutes while you are driving at a
steady speed with the engine at
normal operating temperature. This
circulates the lubricating oil con-
tained in the ref rigerant.
Your car’s air conditioning is a sealed
system. Any major maintenance,
such as recharging, should be done
by a qualif ied mechanic. You can do
a couple of things to make sure the
air conditioning works ef f iciently.
Periodically check the engine’s
radiator and air conditioning
condenser f or leaves, insects, and
dirt stuck to the f ront surf ace. These
block the air f low and reduce cooling
ef f iciency. Use a light spray f rom a
hose or a sof t brush to remove them.
If the air conditioning does not get as
cold as before, have your dealer
check the system. Recharge the
system with Ref rigerant HFC-134a
(R-134a). (See Specif ications on
pages and .)
396 398
A ir Condit ioning Syst em
Maint enance329
AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER
Whenever you have the air conditioning
system serviced, make sure the service
f acility uses a ref rigerant recycling
system. This system captures the
ref rigerant f or reuse. Releasing
ref rigerant into the atmosphere can
damage the environment.
The condenser and radiator f ins bend
easily. Only use a low-pressure spray
or sof t-bristle brush to clean them.

This section covers the more-
common problems that motorists
experience with their cars. It gives
you inf ormation about how to saf ely
evaluate the problem and what to do
to correct it. If the problem has
stranded you on the side of the road,
you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also f ind instructions
on getting your car towed.......................
Compact Spare Tire .364
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Changing a Flat Tire .365
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If Your Engine Won’t Start . 371
Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates ........................
Very Slowly .371
The Starter Operates ................................
Normally .372
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Jump Starting .373
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If Your Engine Overheats . 376
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 379
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Charging System Indicator . 380
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 381
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Readiness Codes .382
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Brake System Indicator . 383
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Closing the Moonroof . 384
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Fuses .386
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Checking and Replacing . 386
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Emergency Towing .391
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed363

By eliminating as much of the
electrical load as possible, you can
drive several miles (kilometers)
before the battery is too discharged
to keep the engine running. Drive to
a service station or garage where
you can get technical assistance.
This indicator should come on when
the ignition switch is ON (II), and go
out af ter the engine starts. If it
comes on brightly when the engine
is running, it indicates that the
charging system has stopped
charging the battery. Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories:radio,heater,A/C,
climate control, rear def ogger, cruise
control, etc. Try not to use other
electrically-operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running and take extra care not to
stall it. Starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
Charging System Indicator
380
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR

CONT INUED
Battery......
Charging System Light . 62,380
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Jump Starting .373
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Maintenance .324
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Specif ications .397, 399
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Bef ore Driving .223
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Belts,Seat .8,46
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Beverage Holders .112
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Body Repair .362
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 256
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Break-in, New Linings . 224....................
Bulb Replacement .348
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Fluid .313
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Parking .110
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System Indicator . 63,383
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Wear Indicators .254
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Braking System .254
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Break-in, New Car .224
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 76
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Brights, Headlights .74
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .348
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Brake Lights .348
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Ceiling Light .351
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Door Courtesy Light . 351
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Front Parking Lights . 346
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Headlights .342
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High-mount Brake Light . 350
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License Plate Lights . 349
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Specif ications .397, 399
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Spotlights .351
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Trunk Light .353
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Turn Signal Lights . 346
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Vanity Mirror Lights . 351
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Bulbs, Halogen .342
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Accessories and Modif ications . 232
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Accessories .232
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Additional Safety Precautions . 233
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Modif ications .233
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .85
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Accessory Power Sockets . 116
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Additives, Engine Oil . 296
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Airbag (SRS) .9, 49
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Air Cleaner Element .316
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Air Conditioning . 122,131,138
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Maintenance .329
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Usage .122, 131,138
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Air Pressure, Tires .333
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Alcohol in Gasoline .403
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Aluminum Wheels .357
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Antif reeze .299
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .64, 256
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Operation .255
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 212
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Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 84
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Appearance Care .355
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Armrest .111 ................
Audio System . 148,163,187
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Automatic Lighting Off Feature . 75
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 47
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Automatic Speed Control . 214
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Automatic Transmission . 248
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Capacity, Fluid . 396,398
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Checking Fluid Level . 307,308
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Shif ting .248
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 248
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Shif t Lever Positions . 248
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Shif t Lock Release . 251
Index
A
B
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Capacities Chart . 396,398
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 56
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Cargo Net .237
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Carrying Cargo .234
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Changer . 156,173,196
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CD Player .154
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CD Pocket, Center .113
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Certif ication Label .394
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Chains .338
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Changing a Flat Tire .365
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Changing Engine Coolant . 301
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .296
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When to .276, 284
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Charging System Indicator . 62,380
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 240
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Child Seats .26
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LATCH .43
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Tether Anchorage Points . 42
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Cleaner, Air .316
Cleaning ....................
Aluminum Wheels .357
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Carpeting .358 ......................................
Exterior .356
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Fabric .359
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Interior .358
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Leather .359
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Seat Belts .359
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Vinyl .359
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Window .360
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Climate Control System . 129
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Clock, Setting the . 153,171,193
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Clutch Fluid .314
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CO in the Exhaust .406
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Coin Pocket .113
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 242
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Compact Spare .364
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Console Compartment . 111
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Consumer Inf ormation . 412
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Controls, Instruments and . 59
Coolant ........................................
Adding .299
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Checking .230
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Proper Solution .299
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Temperature Gauge . 70
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Corrosion Protection .361
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .405
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Cruise Control Operation . 214..........
Customer Relations Of f ice . 412
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard .2, 60
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Daytime Running Lights . 76
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 414
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 79
Defrosting the ....................
Windows .127, 136,144
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Dimensions .396, 398
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Dimming the Headlights . 74
Dipstick .
Automatic Transmission . 307,308
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Engine Oil .228
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Directional Signals .77
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Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 254
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Disposal of Used Oil .298
Doors ..............
Locking and Unlocking . 86
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Power Door Locks .86
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 400
Downshif ting, Manual .....................
Transmission .243, 245
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Drive Belt .332
Index
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