2003 Honda Accord Wiring problem

tgardner · Mar 25, 2005, 02:27 PM

My 2003 Honda Accord EX has a problem with the backlighting on the radio and the ac controls. All the lights have gone out, but everything else on it seems to work still. I have looked for a blown fuse but could not find one. Any suggestions?

Honda guy38 · Sep 18, 2007, 02:17 PM

This might just help, I do work for Honda Manufacturing, Anyways my 2003 did the same thing, I also realise that there is a service bullentin on this also. However when my car did this I was told it was just a matter of pushing a button. It worked. When the radio is off push the CD/AUX button for about 10 seconds and the lights go out, Do the same thing and the light comes back on. Give it a try.

don juan · Sep 18, 2007, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Honda guy38

This might just help, I do work for Honda Manufacturing, Anyways my 2003 did the same thing, I also realise that there is a service bullentin on this also. However when my car did this I was told it was just a matter of pushing a button. It worked. When the radio is off push the CD/AUX button for about 10 seconds and the lights go out, Do the same thing and the light comes back on. Give it a try.

um... no offense but if it were just a matter of pushing a button, honda would not be doing a $700 repair for free. what you are describing is unrelated the issue described here.

xyi3nce · Sep 24, 2007, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Honda guy38

This might just help, I do work for Honda Manufacturing, Anyways my 2003 did the same thing, I also realise that there is a service bullentin on this also. However when my car did this I was told it was just a matter of pushing a button. It worked. When the radio is off push the CD/AUX button for about 10 seconds and the lights go out, Do the same thing and the light comes back on. Give it a try.

Hi, I just ried that and id di not work. Are you sure there isn't something else that you did?

Scottyd · Nov 3, 2007, 07:15 PM

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Originally Posted by tgardner

My 2003 Honda Accord EX has a problem with the backlighting on the radio and the ac controls. All the lights have gone out, but everything else on it seems to work still. I have looked for a blown fuse but could not find one. Any suggestions?

I just brought my car back to the dealer today...2003 Honda Accord EX Coupe. Same exact problem. It's a know problem. The circuit board is blown. They are fixing it at no cost under the regular original warranty (which I thought had expired). Bring it into a Honda Dealer or call them. First time I didn't have to fight with them about service. They've fixed my horn twice on that car...and my black vinyl window stripping after I complained and complained.

Now if only they had an audio aux jack fix so I can hook up my iPod.

Good luck

Honda2003EXL · Nov 7, 2007, 07:27 AM

I have a Honda Accord EXL 2003 with 45000KM. I bought the car in November 2002. The backlight on my car went out a couple of weeks ago. When I ran through this blog, I was very disappointed with Honda because I don't have any extended warranty.

But, I just called my dealer and he said the warranty on this part was extended by Honda and he gave me an appointment to change the face plate (or may be the radio completely) on November 19th.

So, call your dealer and they should set it up.

OhAnn101 · Nov 21, 2007, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by tgardner

My 2003 Honda Accord EX has a problem with the backlighting on the radio and the ac controls. All the lights have gone out, but everything else on it seems to work still. I have looked for a blown fuse but could not find one. Any suggestions?

Thank you all for your informative posts. My 2003 Accord lost it's back-lights for radio/cd unit a week ago (under 45,000 miles). I did a back and forth phone conversation with the dealer as I read your experiences. Never did I have to call Honda America, I'm impressed with the dealer's service department and how efficient they are. The service bulletin referred to "04-027" is dated July 9, 2004 but a newer one was issued after they realized how to pinpoint the design flaw. Now only a chip/board (okay I'm not technical people) needs to be replaced. Yes, Honda did extend the warranty coverage for this so many out there only need phone their dealer armed with the 04-027 # but be aware that they use to replace your unit with a REFURBISHED unit. Now, you just get a new chip/board (okay - whatever) installed.
Thank you all for your advise!

markaruhl · Nov 28, 2007, 05:04 AM

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Originally Posted by tgardner

My 2003 Honda Accord EX has a problem with the backlighting on the radio and the ac controls. All the lights have gone out, but everything else on it seems to work still. I have looked for a blown fuse but could not find one. Any suggestions?

I have the same problem. Honda USA sent me a notice extending the warr. on radio to seven yrs. The only problem they limited to 100k miles. Guess what they want to charge me $800 to fix the problem because I have over 100k. I am going to discuss this with Honda. They knew they had a problem but had an out on the mileage. This disturbs me that Honda will not take care of their customer. Hopefully they will take care of me.

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AlmondTofu · Jan 14, 2008, 07:02 PM

Has anyone with a 2003 LX had this problem and gotten it solved by Honda America?

Texas83 · Jan 16, 2008, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by tgardner

My 2003 Honda Accord EX has a problem with the backlighting on the radio and the ac controls. All the lights have gone out, but everything else on it seems to work still. I have looked for a blown fuse but could not find one. Any suggestions?

Can someone please help! I have a 2004 Honda Accord that does not fall under the VIN range that is on the bulletin. American Honda is not willing to help since I am the second owner. What can I do?

jwillterp · Feb 5, 2008, 06:20 PM

I have a 2003 LX with this problem. Calling Honda of America, I was told that my LX (non-V6) was not covered under the service bulletin. However, I inquired that I wanted to open a case on this. After ''talking to his supervisor'' I was told that the service bulletin had just been updated today to show all 03 models fell under this category. I know this is probably incorrect, and that they finally gave in. So now I have a case number and should get this resolved shortly! Keep pressing until they give in.



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