2002 Honda Accord Owner's Manual - Page 338

Fuses If you cannot drive the car without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits. Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily (such as the cigarette lighter or radio). If you replace the blown fuse with a spare fuse that has a lower rating, it might blow out again. This does not indicate anything wrong. Replace the fuse with one of the correct rating as soon as you can. BLOWN Replacing a f use with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the chances of damaging the electrical system. If you do not have a replacement f use with the proper rating f or the circuit, install one with a lower rating. 6. If the replacement fuse of the same rating blows in a short time, there is probably a serious electrical problem in your car. Leave the blown fuse in that circuit and have your car checked by a qualified mechanic. On EX, EX V-6, SE, and U.S. Value Package models 5. Look for a burned wire inside the fuse. If it is burned, replace it with one of the spare fuses of the same rating or lower. If the radio fuse is removed, the audio system will disable itself. The next time you turn on the radio you will see ''Code'' in the frequency display. Use the Preset buttons to enter the five-digit code (see page CONTINUED 183 ). Taking Care of the Unexpected 333