2003 HONDA ACCORD COUPE parking brake

This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your Honda. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .60
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Indicator Lights .61
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Gauges .68
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Speedometer .68
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Tachometer .68
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Odometer .69
Outside Temperature ...................................
Indicator .69
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Trip Meter .70
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Temperature Gauge . 70
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Fuel Gauge .70
Maintenance Required ...................................
Indicator .71
Controls Near the Steering .......................................
Wheel .73
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Headlights .74 Automatic Lighting Off
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Feature .75
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Daytime Running Lights . 76
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 76
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Turn Signals .77
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Windshield Wipers .77
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Windshield Washers . 79
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Hazard Warning .79
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Rear Window Def ogger . 79
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Steering Wheel Adjustment . 80
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Keys and Locks .82
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Keys .82
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Immobilizer System . 83
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Ignition Switch .84
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Power Door Locks .86
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Remote Transmitter . 87
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Trunk .91
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Emergency Trunk Opener . 92
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Glove Box .93
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Seat Adjustments .94
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Front Seat Adjustments . 94
Driver’s Seat Manual Height ..............................
Adjustment .95
Driver’s Seat Power Height ..............................
Adjustment .95 Driver’s Seat Power
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Adjustments .96
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Driver’s Lumbar Support . 97
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Rear Seat Access .98
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Head Restraints .99
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Folding Rear Seat .100
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Seat Heaters .102
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Power Windows .103
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Moonroof .107
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Mirrors .108
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Adjusting the Power Mirrors . 108
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Parking Brake .110
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Console Compartment . 111
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Armrest .111
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Beverage Holders .112
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Center CD Pocket .113
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Coin Pocket .113
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Sun Visor .114
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Vanity Mirror .115
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Coat Hook .115
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Sunglasses Holder .116
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Accessory Power Sockets . 116
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Interior Lights .117
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Ceiling Light .117
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Spotlights .118
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Courtesy Lights .119
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols59

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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)

This indicator lights brief ly when
you turn the ignition switch ON (II).
If it comes on at any other time, it
indicates that the passenger’s side
airbag has automatically shut off.
For complete inf ormation, see page.
This indicator lights brief ly when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
(II). If it comes on at any other time,
it indicates a potential problem with
your f ront airbags. This light will
also alert you to a potential problem
with your side airbags, passenger’s
side airbag automatic cutoff system,
side curtain airbags or automatic
seat belt tensioners. For complete
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator comes on when you
turn the ignition switch ON (II). It
is a reminder to check the parking
brake. Driving with the parking
brake not f ully released can
damage the brakes and tires.
This light has two f unctions:
If the indicator remains lit after
you have f ully released the
parking brake while the engine is
running, or if it comes on while
driving, it can indicate a problem
in the brake system. For complete
inf ormation, see page .
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2.
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383 52
Only on models equipped with side
airbags
Supplemental Restraint
System Indicator Side A irbag Cutof f
Indicator
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator
Indicator L ights
Inst rument s and Cont rols63
U.S. Canada

This indicator lights when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (II) with
the headlight switch of f and the
parking brake set. It should go of f if
youturnontheheadlightsorrelease
the parking brake. If it comes on at
any other time, it means there is a
problem with the DRL. There may
also be a problem with the high
beam headlights.
This light comes on with the high
beam headlights. See page for
inf ormation on the headlight
controls.
On Canadian models, this indicator
comes on with reduced brightness
when the Daytime Running Lights
(DRL) are on (see page ).This indicator comes on when you
turn on the Cruise Control System
by pressing the Master Button. (see
page .)
This lights when you set the cruise
control. See page f or inf ormation
on operating the cruise control.
This light comes on when the
washer f luid level is low. Add washer
f luid when you see this light come on
(see page ).
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214 306
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Canadian models only
Canadian models only
‘‘Daytime Running
Lights’’ Indicator
High Beam Indicator Cruise Main Indicator
Cruise Control Indicator
Washer Level Indicator
Indicator L ights
Inst rument s and Cont rols67

With the headlight switch off, the
high beam headlights and the high
beam indicator come on with
reduced brightness when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (II) and
release the parking brake. They
remain on until you turn the ignition
of f , even if you set the parking brake.
The headlights revert to normal
operation when you turn them on
with the switch.The Select/Reset knob on the
instrument panel controls the
brightness of the instrument panel
lights. Turn the knob to adjust the
brightness.
The instrument panel will illuminate
with reduced brightness when you
unlock and open the driver’s door.
The brightness will increase slightly
when you insert the key in the
ignitionswitch,thengotonormalbrightness when you turn the
ignition switch to ON (II).
If you do not insert the key in the
ignition switch af ter opening the
driver’s door, the illumination turns
of f in about 30 seconds af ter closing
that door.
If you insert the key but do not turn
the ignition switch to ON (II), the
illumination turns of f in about 10
seconds.
To reduce glare at night, the instru-
ment panel illumination dims when
you turn the light switch to or
. Turning the Select/Reset
knob f ully to the right until you hear
a click will cancel the reduced bright-
ness.
Instrument Panel Brightness
Daytime Running L ights
(Canadian Models)
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Inst rument s and Cont rols76
SELECT/RESET KNOB

To apply the parking brake, pull the
lever up f ully. To release it, pull up
slightly, push the button, and lower
the lever. The parking brake light on
the instrument panel should go out
when the parking brake is f ully
released with the engine running
(see page ).63
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Parking Brake
110
PARKING BRAKE LEVER
Driving the car with the parking brake
applied can damage the rear brakes
and axles.

Standing in f ront of the vehicle,
reach in between the hood and the
f ront grille with your f inger. The
hood latch handle is above and to
the lef t of the ‘‘H’’ logo. Push this
handle up until it releases the
hood. Lif t the hood.
Shift to Park or Neutral and set
the parking brake. Pull the hood
release handle located under the
lower lef t corner of the dashboard.
The hood will pop up slightly.
Screw the f uel f ill cap back on,
tighten it until it clicks several
times. If you do not properly
tighten the cap, the Malfunction
Indicator Lamp may come on (see
page ).
Push the f uel f ill door closed until
it latches.
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Service Station Procedures
Bef ore Driving
Opening the Hood
226
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE LATCH

This section gives you tips on
starting the engine under various
conditions, and how to operate the
5-speed/6-speed manual and
automatic transmissions. It also
includes important inf ormation on
parking your car, the braking system,
the Traction Control System, and
f acts you need if you are planning to
tow a trailer.........................
Preparing to Drive .240
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Starting the Engine .241
Starting in Cold Weather ....................
at High Altitude .242
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5-speed Manual Transmission . 243
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Recommended Shif t Points . 244
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Engine Speed Limiter . 244
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6-speed Manual Transmission . 245
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Recommended Shif t Points . 246
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Engine Speed Limiter . 246
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Reverse Lockout .246
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Automatic Transmission . 248
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Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 248
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Shif t Lever Positions . 248
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Engine Speed Limiter . 251
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Shif t Lock Release . 251
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Parking .253
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Parking Tips .253
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The Braking System .254
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Brake Wear Indicators . 254
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Brake System Design . 255
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Anti-lock Brakes .255
Important Saf ety .........................
Reminders .256
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ABS Indicator .256 ..............
Traction Control System . 258
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TCS ON/OFF Switch . 259
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TCSActivationIndicator . 259
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Driving in Bad Weather . 261
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Towing a Trailer .263
Driving
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