2003 HONDA ACCORD SEDAN airbag

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 rols57
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR LIGHT ON INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT MAINTENANCE REQUIRED
INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION
INDICATOR LAMP TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
INDICATOR
CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR TCS ACTIVATION INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR (P.58)
CHARGING SYSTEM
INDICATOR (P.62)
(P.62)
DOOR MONITOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR
(P.58)
(P.59)
(P.
59)
(P. 62)
(P.61)
(P. 61) (P.
59)
(P.
65)
(P.60)
(P. 58)
(P.61)
(P.58)
(P.58) (P.60)
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.62)
(P.59)
SIDE AIRBAG CUTOFF
INDICATOR

This light normally comes on f or a
f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch ON (II), and when
the ignition switch is turned to
START (III). If this light comes on at
any other time, there is a problem in
theABS.If thishappens,takethe
cartoyourdealertohaveitchecked.
With the light on, your car still has
normal braking ability but no anti-
lock. 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,
automatic seat belt tensioners, or
side curtain airbags. For complete
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator comes on as a
reminder that you have turned of f
the Traction Control System. It
normally comes on f or a f ew seconds
when you turn the ignition switch to
ON (II). If the TCS activation
indicator and the TCS indicator
comeonandstayonatanyother
time, or if they do not come on when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
(II), there is a problem with the TCS.
Take the car to your dealer to have it
checked.
This indicator lights 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 .
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On all V6 models
Only on models equipped with side airbags
Indicator L ights
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Supplemental Restraint
System Indicator Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
Indicator T CS A ctivation Indicator
Side A irbag Cutof f
Indicator
59

The HI or LO indicator lights and
remains lit until you turn it of f by
pushing the opposite side of the
switch lightly. The indicator will turn
off.
In HI, the heater turns of f when the
seat gets warm, and turns back on
after the seat’s temperature drops. It
continues to cycle as long as you
leave it set on HI. The HI indicator
remains lit as a reminder that you
have the heater on.
In LO, the heater runs continuously.
It does not cycle with temperature
changes.Do not use the seat heaters, even
on the LO setting, if the engine is
lef t idling f or an extended period.
They can weaken the battery,
causing hard starting. Use the HI setting only to heat the
seats quickly. Select the LO
setting when the seats f eel warm.
The HI setting draws large
amounts of current f rom the
battery.
Follow these precautions whenever
you use the seat heaters:
Both f ront seats are equipped with
seat heaters. Because of the sensors
f or the side airbag system, there is
no heater in the passenger’s seat-
back.The ignition switch must be
ON (II) to use the heaters. Push the
f ront of the switch, HI, to rapidly
heat up the seat. After the seat
reaches a comf ortable temperature,
select LO by pushing the back of the
switch. This will keep the seat warm.
On EX-V6 models and EX models with leather interior
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Seat Heaters
95

Touseavanitymirroronthebackof
the sun visor, pull up the cover.
The lights beside the mirror come
on when you pull up the cover.
In this position, the sun visor can be
adjusted by moving it on its slider.
All models except the DX have
lighted vanity mirrors.
To use the sun visor, pull it down.
You can also use the sun visor at the
side window. Remove the support
rod f rom the clip and swing the sun
visor toward the side window. In this
position, the sun visor can be
extended by sliding out the
extension (all models except DX and
those with side curtain airbags).
Do not use the sun visor extension
over the rear view mirror. Make sure you put the sun visor
back in place when you are getting
into or out of the car.
On EX-V6 models with side curtain
airbagsSun Visor Vanity Mirror
Sun Visor, Vanit y Mirror
Inst rument s and Cont rols106
EXTENSION

Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page ).
Have the installer contact your
Honda dealer f or assistance bef ore
installing any electronic accessory.
If possible, have your dealer inspect
the f inal installation. Bef ore installing any accessory:
Modif ying your car, or installing
some non-Honda accessories, can
make your car unsaf e. Bef ore you
make any modif ications or add any
accessories,besuretoreadthe
f ollowing inf ormation.
Your dealer has genuine Honda
accessories that allow you to
personalize your car. These
accessories have been designed and
approved f or your car, and are
covered by warranty.
Non-Honda accessories are usually
designed f or universal applications.
Although aftermarket accessories
may f it on your car, they may not
meet f actory specif ications, and
could adversely af f ect your car’s
handling and stability. (See
‘‘Modif ications’’ on page f or
additional information.)
However, if electronic accessories
are improperly installed, or exceed
your car’s electrical system capacity,
they can interfere with the operationof your car, or even cause the
airbags to deploy.
Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interf ere
with proper car operation or
perf ormance.
When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interf ere with your car’s
computer-controlled systems, such
as the SRS and anti-lock brake
system.
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A ccessories
A ccessories and Modif ications
Bef ore Driving212
Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
car’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a
crash in which you can be hurt
or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding
accessories and modifications.

If a side airbag
or a side curtain airbag inf lates, a
cupholderorotherhardobject
attached on or near the door could
be propelled inside the car and
hurt someone.
Covering the outside edge of a
f ront seat-back, with a non-Honda
seat cover for example, could
prevent the airbag from inflating
properly.
Removing parts f rom your vehicle,
or replacing components with non-
Honda (af termarket) components
could seriously af f ect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, and reliability.
Some examples are:
Lowering the vehicle with an
aftermarket suspension kit that
signif icantly reduces ground
clearance can allow the
undercarriage to impact speed
bumps or other raised objects,
which could cause the airbags to
deploy.
Raising the vehicle with an
af termarket suspension kit can
af f ect the handling and stability.
Af termarket wheels, because they
are a universal design, can cause
excessive stress on suspension
components. Larger or smaller wheels and tires
can interf ere with the operation of
your vehicle’s anti-lock brakes and
other systems.
Do not modif y your steering wheel
or any other part of your
Supplemental Restraint System.
Modif ications could make the
system inef f ective.
Any object
attached to or placed on the covers
marked ‘‘SRS AIRBAG,’’ in the
center of the steering wheel and
on top of the dashboard, could
interf ere with the proper operation
of the airbags. Or, if the airbags
inf late, the objects could be
propelled inside the car and hurt
someone.
If you plan to modif y your vehicle,
consult with your Honda dealer.
On models equipped with side airbags or
side curtain airbagsModif ications
Additional Saf ety Precautions
A ccessories and Modif ications
Bef ore Driving
Do not at t ach hard object s on ornear a f ront door.
Do not place any object s over t heoutsideedgeof afront seat-back.
Do not at t ach or place object s on the f ront airbag covers.
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CONT INUED
Battery......
Charging System Light . 58,348
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Jump Starting .342
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Maintenance .294
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Specif ications .365
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Bef ore Driving .203
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Belts, Seat .8
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Beverage Holders .104
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Body Repair .332
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 230
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Break-in, New Linings . 204
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Bulb Replacement .317
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Fluid .284
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Parking .102 .........................
System Indicator .58
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Wear Indicators .229
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Braking System .229
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Break-in, New Car .204
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Brightness Control, Instruments . 69
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Brights, Headlights .68
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .318
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Brake Lights .317
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Ceiling Light .320
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Door Courtesy Light . 321
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Front Parking Lights . 315
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Headlights .312
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High-mount Brake Light . 319
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License Plate Light . 319
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Specif ications .365
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Spotlights .321
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Trunk Light .322
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Turn Signal Lights . 315
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Vanity Mirror Lights . 321
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Bulbs, Halogen .312
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Accessories and Modif ications . 212
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Accessories .212
.
Additional Safety Precautions . 213
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Modif ications .213
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .78
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Accessory Power Socket . 107
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Additives, Engine Oil . 270
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Airbag (SRS) .9
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Air Cleaner Element .286
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Air Conditioning .112
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Maintenance .299
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Usage .112
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Air Pressure, Tires .304
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Alcohol in Gasoline .369
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Antif reeze .273
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ................................
Description .230
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Indicator .57, 231
...................................
Operation .230
.
Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 77
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Appearance Care .325
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Armrest .103
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Audio System . 134,150,169 .............
Automatic Speed Control . 195
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Automatic Transmission . 222
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Capacity, Fluid .364
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Checking Fluid Level . 280,281
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Shif ting .223
.
Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 223
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Shif t Lever Positions . 223
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Shif t Lock Release . 226
Index
A
B
I

Î
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Panel Brightness Control . 69
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Park Gear Position .224
...........................................
Parking .228
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Parking Brake .102
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Parking Lights .58
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Parking Over Things that Burn . 373
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PGM-FI System .372
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Polishing and Waxing . 327
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Pollen Filter .300
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Pre-Drive Saf ety Checklist . 11
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . 19
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Protecting Adults .12
...
Additional Safety Precautions . 20
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Advice f or Pregnant Women . 19
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Protecting Children .21
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Protecting Inf ants .30
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Protecting Larger Children . 36
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Protecting Small Children . 33
Using Child Seats with .....................................
Tethers .39
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Using LATCH .40 ...................
Radiator Overheating . 345
Radio/CD Sound .......................
System .134, 150,169
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Rear Lights, Bulb Replacement . 318
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Rear Seat Armrest .93
..........................
Rear Seat, Folding .92
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Rear View Mirror .101
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Rear Window Def ogger . 72
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Reclining the Seat Backs . 87,90
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Recommended Shif t Speeds . 222
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Reminder Lights .57
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Remote Transmitter .80
Replacement Inf ormation .................
Air Cleaner Element . 286
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Coolant .275
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Engine Oil and Filter . 270
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Fuses .354
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Light Bulbs .312
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Schedule .250
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Spark Plugs .289, 292
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Tires .306
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Wiper Blades .297
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .44 .................
Reserve Tank, Coolant . 210
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Restraint, Child .21
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Reverse Gear Position . 224
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Rotation, Tire .306
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Saf ety Belts .8
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Safety Defects, Reporting . 380
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Saf ety Features .7
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Airbags .9
..................................
Door Locks .11
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Head Restraints .11
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Seat Belts .8
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Seats and Seat-Backs . 10
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Saf ety Labels, Location of . 53
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Saf ety Messages .ii
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Seat Belts .8
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Additional Information . 42
Automatic Seat Belt ...............................
Tensioners .43
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Cleaning .329
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Lap/Shoulder Belt .42
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Maintenance .44
Reminder Light and ................................
Beeper .42, 58
Index
R
S
P
VI