2003 Honda Accord Owner's Manual - Page 64

Gauges Outside Temperature Indicator On 4-cylinder EX models with leather interior and all 6-cylinder EX models This indicator displays the outside temperature in Fahrenheit in U.S. models, and in Centigrade in Canadian models. To see the outside temperature, press and release the Select/Reset knob until the temperature is displayed. The temperature sensor is located in the front bumper. Therefore, the temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat, and the exhaust from surrounding traffic. This can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h). In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface. Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since you last reset it. There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. Switch between these displays and the odometer/outside temperature display by pressing the Select/Reset knob repeatedly. Each trip meter works independently, so you can keep track of two different distances. To reset a trip meter, display it and then press and hold the Select/Reset knob until the number resets to ''0.0''. Both trip meters will reset if the car's battery goes dead or is disconnected. Temperature Gauge This shows the temperature of the engine's coolant. During normal operation, the pointer should rise from the bottom white mark to about the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of uphill driving, the pointer may rise into the upper half of the gauge. If it reaches the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. Turn to page 345 for instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system. 64 Instruments and Controls