Honda Accord Coupe Warning Lights: What They Mean

8 warning and indicator lights from the 2017 Honda Accord Coupe owner's manual, with what to do and the manual page for each.

Amber: check soon

Brake System Indicator (Amber)
There is a problem with a braking-related system other than the conventional brake system.
What to do: If it stays on constantly, have your vehicle checked by a dealer. PDF page 72

Other warnings and indicators

Low Oil Pressure Indicator
Engine oil pressure is low.
What to do: Park safely at once, stop the engine, wait about three minutes, check oil and add if needed. If light stays on over 10 seconds, call a dealer. PDF page 574
Charging System Indicator
The battery is not being charged.
What to do: Turn off climate control, rear defogger and other electrical loads, and contact a dealer immediately. Avoid turning the engine off if stopping. PDF page 574
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Emissions control problem or loose/missing fuel cap when on; blinking means engine misfire detected.
What to do: If on, avoid high speeds and get it inspected. If blinking, park safely, stop engine at least 10 minutes to cool, then see dealer. PDF page 575
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator
There is a problem with the electric power steering system.
What to do: Stop safely and restart the engine. If it stays on, have a dealer inspect the vehicle immediately. PDF page 576
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
A tire is significantly low or TPMS is uncalibrated. Blinking then staying on means a TPMS problem or compact spare installed.
What to do: Drive carefully, check and adjust tire pressure, then calibrate TPMS. If it blinks then stays on, have a dealer inspect the tire. PDF page 577
Parking Sensor System Indicator
There is a problem with the parking sensor system.
What to do: Check for mud, ice or snow around the sensors. If it stays on after cleaning, have a dealer check it. PDF page 79
Door and Trunk Open Indicator
A door or the trunk is not completely closed; beeper sounds if opened while driving. PDF page 79

Summarized in our own words from the 2017 Honda Accord Coupe owner's manual (AI-assisted; every light name was matched against its cited page 2026-10-18). Your vehicle may not have every light, and other years can differ. A red warning that stays on usually means stop safely and check: your manual has the final word.

Confirm with your own manual, dipstick or door-jamb label.
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