Honda 2006 Accord Owner's Manual page 528

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GLOW PLUGS INDICATOR
This indicator comes on for a few
seconds (several seconds in cold
weather or at high altitudes) when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
(II). If it blinks while the engine is
running, there is a problem with the
engine control system. Continued
operation may cause serious damage.
Glow Plugs Indicator (Diesel models)
If this indicator blinks, safely pull off
the road and turn off the engine.
Restart and turn off the engine at
least three times at intervals of
approximately 30 seconds, then
watch the indicator. If it starts to
blink again, have your car checked
by your dealer as soon as possible.
Drive moderately until the dealer has
inspected the problem. Avoid full-
throttle acceleration and driving at
high speed.
You should also have the dealer
inspect your car if the indicator
comes on frequently, even though it
goes off when you follow the above
procedure.
If you keep driving with the glow
plugs indicator blinking, you can
damage your car's emissions
controls and engine. Those repairs
may not be covered by your car's
warranties.
The indicator may blink along with
the malfunction indicator lamp if the
emissions control systems have
several problems.
This indicator will also blink and you
cannot restart the engine after your
car has run out of fuel. If this occurs,
refuel the fuel tank, then follow the
procedure for Priming the Fuel
System on page 492 before
attempting to restart the engine.
This indicator may also blink if you
do not use the proper fuel for the
climate or regional condition. This
may cause the engine power to
reduce (see page 352 ).
Taking Care of the Unexpected
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