If the engine won’t start – HONDA 2006 Accord Sedan - Owner's Manual User Manual

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In this case, the starter motor’s
speed sounds normal, or even faster
than normal, when you turn the
ignition switch to the START (III)
position, but the engine does not run.

Are you using the proper starting
procedure? Refer to

on page

Are you using a properly coded
key? An improperly coded key will
cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the instrume

nt pa

nel

to blink rapidly (see page

Do you have fuel? Check the fuel
gauge; the low fuel indicator may
not be working.

There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
fuel pump. Check all the fuses
(see page

If the headlights dim noticeably or
go out when you try to start the
engine, either the battery is dis-
charged or the connections are
corroded. Check the condition of
the battery connections (see page

). You can then try jump

starting the vehicle from a booster
battery (see page

Turn the ignition switch to the
START (III) position. 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 mechanic to
determine the problem (see

on page ).

If you find nothing wrong, you will
need a qualified mechanic to find the
problem. See
on page

If the Engine Won’t Start

The Starter Operates Normally

Starting the

Engine