What to do if your Honda Accord dome light stops working?
The dome light is one part that often goes unnoticed—until it stops working, that is. Most times, you can resolve the problem by changing your light bulb. Some Accord owners prefer using LED lights because they last longer, but they are a tad more expensive.
Do you need to change the light bulb on a Honda Accord?
Some Accord owners prefer using LED lights because they last longer, but they are a tad more expensive. If you need to replace your bulb, this may be a good time to switch to LED lighting. If you changed the light bulb and the light still won’t turn on, then you probably have a blown fuse.
How do you remove a dome light cover?
Wrap the end of a small flat head screwdriver with electrical tape. This prevents damaging the plate cover when you remove it. Locate two small tabs on the side of the dome light cover. Insert the screwdriver into each, and gently pry the cover up. Remove the cover and set it aside. Figure 1. Locate the two tabs to pry off the dome light cover.
Why is my dome light not turning on?
If you changed the light bulb and the light still won’t turn on, then you probably have a blown fuse. Before replacing a fuse, change the bulb first to be sure you actually need a fuse replacement. Slide the light switch to the “OFF” position. Wrap the end of a small flat head screwdriver with electrical tape.
How do you replace a dome light on a Honda Accord?
Slide the light switch to the “ON” position. If the bulb lights up, correctly position the dome light cover to pop it back into place. If the light bulb does not turn on, you will need to replace the fuse. Figure 2. Remove the old light bulb. Figure 3. Pop the dome light cover back into place. Slide the light switch to the “OFF” position.
How do you replace a dome light bulb?
Pull it out at an angle instead of straight towards you. Install the new light bulb. Move the dome light switch to the “ON” position. If the light turns on, then you’ve resolved the issue and you can re-install the light cover. If not, then you may need to replace a fuse. Figure 1. Use small screwdriver to remove the dome light cover.
Why does my Honda dome light not turn on?
Sometimes the switch gets pressed all the way inside the door jamb, and does not sense the door when it opens or closes. Open the round cover on the bottom of the unit. Under the cover is a small Phillips head screw. Unscrew it. Pop off the unit. You can likely see the switch inside the door jamb, hanging on its wire. Fish out switch.
Where is the fuse on a Honda dome light?
Open the fuse box. The fuse box is located inside your car and under the dashboard. Find the fuse that is wired to your dome light. Your owner’s manual will likely have a diagram of your fuses, and some models also have diagrams on the inside of the driver’s side door.