2003 Honda Accord Owner's Manual - Page 345

If Your Engine Won't Start Turn the ignition switch to START (III). If the headlights do not dim, check the condition of the fuses. If the fuses are OK, there is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch or starter motor. You will need a qualified technician to determine the problem. (See Emergency Towing on page 358 .) If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you try to start the engine, either the battery is discharged or the connections are corroded. Check the condition of the battery and terminal connections (see page 294 ). You can then try jump starting the car from a booster battery (see page 342 ). The Starter Operates Normally In this case, the starter motor's speed sounds normal, or even faster than normal, when you turn the ignition switch to START (III), but the engine does not run. Are you using the proper starting procedure? Refer to Starting the Engine on page 219 . Your car has the Immobilizer System. You should use a properly-coded master or valet key to start the engine (see page 76 ). A key that is not properly coded will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the dash panel to blink rapidly. Do you have fuel? Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) for a minute and watch the fuel gauge. The low fuel level warning light may not be working, so you were not reminded to fill the tank. There may be an electrical problem, such as no power to the fuel pump. Check all the fuses (see page 353 ). If you find nothing wrong, you will need a qualified technician to find the problem. See Emergency Towing on page 358 . Taking Care of the Unexpected 341