2005 Honda Accord Owner's Manual - Page 64

Gauges Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may show slightly more or less than the actual amount. The needle returns to the bottom after you turn off the ignition. appears again. To clear, press and hold the Trip/Reset button until the message is replaced by the odometer/outside temperature display. If the system still detects a loose or missing fuel cap, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) comes on. Turn the engine off and check or retighten the fuel cap at least 3 clicks. The MIL goes out after 3 days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced. If it does not go out, have your dealer inspect the vehicle. For more information, see page 259 . Maintenance Required Indicator Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. Running out of f uel could cause the engine to misf ire, damaging the catalytic converter. Check Fuel Cap Indicator (odometer/outside temperature message) If your fuel cap is loose or missing, a ''CHECK FUEL CAP'' message appears as text in the odometer/ outside temperature display after you start the engine. Turn the engine off and confirm the fuel cap is installed. If it is, loosen the cap, then retighten it at least 3 clicks. When you restart the engine, the message MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR This indicator reminds you that it is time to take your vehicle in for the vehicle's scheduled maintenance under normal driving conditions. The indicator does not reflect severe maintenance intervals. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on page 202 (4-cylinder models) or page 204 (6-cylinder models). 66