Honda Accord Accessories

atlantabenny

On the 2x2 piece - is this purchased separately from the module ? Thanks again Jeff.

stockmut

I bought it at www.cheaphondaparts.com . The list price is $300.72 and I was able to get it for $246.50 with free shipping.

I probably would have shopped around more if I had known the part number ahead of time but the customer service at the site was very helpful in answering all my questions and helping me locate the exact part I needed.(you don't need the whole console assembly only the small 2x2 piece in the middle)

stockmut

The 2"x2" piece is the only piece that needs to be replaced(part number 39180-SDA-A32ZB) And is the part of the console between the two map lights.

Sorry for the confusion.

atlantabenny

4762817

I'm thinking about leasing a Honda accord 2003any advice? Also, when leasing is it ok to modifiy, such as tinting windows, or if I prefere to have chorme rims instead of hubcaps is this allowed?

anonymousposts

Depends on the leasing company. You can tint your windows but you may have to remove it before you turn the car back in. You can also change the rims but I would keep the factory set for when you turn the car back in.

abc44

To all,

Does anyone have experience yet as to how to install a kill switch for the new Accord? Given the high ranking of Accord's theft rate, I hope to better protect mine.

Thanks.

abc44

Hello, I visited the site (URL=http://www.logjamelectronics.com/piehonaux.html) that describes a way to add AUX input to the stereo. I wonder if anyone knows where the "headunit" is. The advertised convertor is supposed to be plugged into the antenna port of this "headunit." If this scheme works, we can get any other music source to play. Mine is EX-L, quiet enough for enjoying music. Thanks.

mymo

Try Sylvania Silverstar's. They are a halogen bulb that plugs right in, yet offers a white light HID look for $20.00 a piece at Auto Zone. There is also a $10.00 rebate per pair valid until June 30,2003.

atlantabenny

Your Accord is probably pre-2003 based on the product fitment info (product is not adaptable to 2003s).

The headunit is the entire audio system with the audio controls and CD/cassette slots on the dashboard side. Behind the system are the harness ports where the device plugs in. Removal of the headunit is needed to install the device. You can access removal & installation instructions by a web search; a site/forum out there will probably have the instructions.

abc44

Here I find this harness information at http://www.installer.com/acc/honaux.html. What they are selling seems to me is to replace the cd changer singal by an auxiliary one. That is, when one uses an external auxiliary music source, the factory installed cd changer is no longer connected. This exclusive approach, if my understanding is correct, doesn't really provide an auxiliary input. My question is: how I activate the AUX part of the CD/AUX selector? Thanks.

atlantabenny

1) To active the auxiliary device (mp3, cassette, etc.), turn device on & push CD-AUX button of head unit. Radio display will show "CD 1 track 1" and your AUX audio will be heard over the system. The referenced website shows this info.

2) The website literature suggests that the CD changer may not have to be inoperative as it talks about just using the "data port." This depends really on the port configuration on the 03's head unit, which I haven't personally seen. I have an idea that might help you determine this; email me.

robtn

I am about to buy a 2003 Accord LX V6. For me, the stereo sounds ok (certainly not great), but it does not sound very good at high volumes. Unlike most people, however, I do not crave tons of bass, so I have no interest in a subwoofer. I just want to increase power, so I would want to add an amp and new speakers (want to keep the head unit). My questions are (1) can an amp be added to the headunit? (2)is this an easy install for a place like BestBuy? (3) Do I risk screwing up my electrical system or anything? THANKS.

briansbluetoy

I am in the same boat. Want more power, better speakers. I noticed that Crutchfield offers "hi-level input" amps. It appears that they can take the headunit speaker outputs, amplify them and drive another set of speakers.

I was just shocked at how much better my sound system sounded (new head unit and speakers) in my odyssey when I changed them out. I am hoping for a little better top-end when I add the amps and spkrs.

chillenhonda

I just did exactly what you are talking about. Just purchased a 1999 Accord EXL 4dr. For a stock system, it doesnt sound bad at all, but compared to even decent much less hi level aftermarket upgrades it doesnt dsound too great. I wanted to leave the stock head unit because it looked good with simple controls and a nice feel (on the 03 i dont even know if you could change it out) but upgrade the power and the speakers. Ive changed the speakers on every car ive owned and it defintely makes the largest difference of any component you can install. So for the 1999 Accord I got all new speakers and an amp. There is no problem attaching all that to the stock unit, as it becomes a "control panel" as the amp now powers everything. The dashboard tweeters, rear shelp speakers, and front door speakers you can change by yourself easily, especially the rear shelf. The front require taking off the door trim panel but it is pretty easy. The amp I wouldnt recommend doing unless you have some knowledge of it, because it includes all the connections and wiring. Ive had Best Buy do 3 installs of my las 4 cars and have been pretty satisfied. I believe they charge (Northeast for me) about $40 per set of speakers (less for the tweeters) and $60-80 for the amp (depending on location) (plus youll need about $50-100 for the wiring, harness, and connection kits for the amp). Crutchfield has better prices than Best Buy, unless you catch them on a sale day. Also check out Sound Domain.com, highly recommend by numerous friends and that is where I bought the system for the 99 Accord. Great selection, reviews, helpful sales people, and I gotan amazing deal. Hope this helps.

robtn

Thanks for the info. If I have a place like Best Buy just install a simple 4 channel amp and new speakers, do I run any real risk that my electrical system could get screwed up? Also, would you replace the tweeters as well or just the front door speakers and rear deck speakers? THANKS.

storm11

mymo:
Is is as simple as just popping the old bulb out and popping the Silverstar's in? I thought I remember seeing a thread a while back that indicated some mod's were required to the [either] Silverstar's or the socket.

I'd appreciate your input.

clint98v6at

Yes, it is as simple as disconnecting the wire and removing with a 1/4 turn. I think the previous post you are talking about was for a different type of bulb. I just replaced mine last week (98 Accord). Be careful not to touch the glass on the bulb. Also, be extremely careful replacing. I accidently touched the side of the housing with the stock bulb when I was removing it and it exploded. Good idea to wear safety glasses.

I ordered mine directly from the Sylvania web site. They had a 1/2 off second pair offer. Cost me $84 for all 4 bulbs. Part number is 9006 for low beam and 9005 for high beam.

mymo

Storm11:
Look in your owners manual and it will tell you the procedure. My 2003 was slightly different than my 1998. Both exv6 models. On the 2003 the low beams went in from the wheel wells. The high beams could be reached from the top. Very easy to change. On the 98 both high and low beams were reached from the top. To reach the drivers side high beam, the air filter box needed to be unbolted and moved out of the way to provide access. 5 minute procedure after you have done it once. The low beams are the ones that you will use most of the time. So far I'm pleased with the improved lighting and the look!

atlantabenny

Mymo, been wanting to upgrade my Accord's headlights but online fitment guides don't go beyond 2002.

Mind sharing the size code for both low and high beam bulbs for the 03 ?

Thanks much.

mymo

atlantabenny:
Same as 2002. 9006ST is the low beam and 9005ST is the high beam for the silverstars. 9005 and 9006 are standard numbers for bulbs that will fit. You can download the $10.00 per pair rebate form from sylvania.com. The rebate offer is valid until 6/30/03. The purchase price was $19.99 each at autozone. With the rebate you can upgrade for $60.00. Silverstars temperature is 4000K. Standard halogens run 2800-3200K. HID bulbs are around 3900-4100K. Daylight is 5400K. Silverstars output is white and lights up the road nicely. Looking at them head on does not seem to blind you but is somewhat easy on the eyes. A nice touch to the accord.

chapel1

Anyone out there installed a cargo net to a 03 accord sedan?

mikek37

There was an individual on this board that purchased the Decklid spoiler for his/her 03 accord. How does it look? Install simple?

krillin

If so, how did the rear window turn out with the dot matrix? I'm looking into getting my car tinted. Thanks in advance.

Krillin

atlantabenny

Mymo, appreciate the comprehensive info - esp. the rebate part. I'm ordering asap. Thanks again.

alupnyas

Has anyone installed a bra on the 2003 accord sedan. Question: I live in Seattle Washington. It rains Monday through Sunday, with a break in the weather.....never. Upon opening the package, the instructions show almost right away: "if hood cover gets wet immediately remove it allow to dry and place back on after cleaning car, hood cover will cause discoloration of paint..aahh scary " I WOULD HAVE TO TAKE IT OFF EVERY FIVE HOURS ", so I called Honda Service, two locations to get a couple of opinions, they both stated "clean the front thoroughly wax it let dry and apply, quote "rain is fine just try to clean bra and car every month" "don't wash car and let bra sit there" ok fine.. Both places said the slight discoloration the bra may cause can be fixed alot easier than the rocks, sand, pebbles etc, that line the roads here in Seattle will do to your front end. like dings with paint missing "aka" peppered look. "I agree" my other car looks like someone shot it with birdshot a couple times..ANYWAY, ANYONES INSIGHT OR EXPERIENCE WITH THIS HOOD COVER WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED.. "PEACE" to all

umyaya

Hey, I was in the TSX site and noted this about my Accord. the 03 EX-V6 sedan, which is great except I'd like the option of a sportier suspension as that thing really flies on the highway very smoothly. I find I'm going 85 and then I hit a turn (the Beltway in D.C. is like this, you go fast, then turn, then fast) and there is a bit to much sway for me. Almost a bit scary. Of course I could slow down, but it's silly that this car is so fast and smooth and then just feels a little soft in turns. Anyone else?

Any thoughts on cheap ways to reduce the sway when cornering? We have a TL-S and that thing is great on corners (for obvious reasons of what's built in).

nfjimc

I'm thinking about changing to these too. How hard is it to replace the bulbs? Any hints as to how to change them?

mikek37

After reading y our post, and given your situation. I would look into the clear bra's. Especially the ones made by 3m. I have heard great things about them. Check it out.

krillin

I recently did this. I followed the manuals direction and went through the wheel wells to get to the low-beam headlights.

It took me awhile to get the bulb disconnected from the wiring, but once you can do that it is easy to remove the bulb by twisting it like 1/4 turn counter-clockwise.

Putting the new bulb in is as easy as placing it in the socket and twisting it 1/4 turn clockwise to lock it in place. Then connect the wiring to the bulb.

The main problem I had was that there isn't much room for you to stick your hands in. My suggestion is if you do it this way, wear long sleeves to prevent your arms from getting scratched up. Hope this helps...

Krillin

c182skylane

It took me ten minutes total to replace the low-beam bulbs with Silverstars. Now my stock fog lights look dim compared to the low-beams. the high-beams look yellow in comparison to the low-means. it was worth the money. did the same on my pathfinder, but I used PIAAs Super Xtreme Whites. basically the same effect.

felly

I just one to say Hi to everyone. I'm a new member!

My black '00 Accord EX 4Dr has pretty much everything from foglights, spoiler, xenon HID, tinted windowns, premium sound, sport wheels, but I've been thinking about installing an in-dash LCD/DVD. The problem is they're pretty pricy. Has anyone installed LCDs on the headrests? Is it too complicated? I would appreciate your comments and ideas.

xfree

does anyone have any input on upgrading the stereo with the nav system? to me the stereo is pretty weak and before i purchase my accord i want to make sure it can be upgraded (i'll buy it w/o nav if it isn't). i still don't understand why the acura's (basically the same platform and interior) have such a better sound system (360 watts, 8 speaker). thanks

mayzcraze

Krillin - I'm in the same boat but w/ a 2002 Accord coupe. Anyone know how the tinting comes out...does it look good? It is my understanding you cannot tint all the way up the rear window because of the dot matrix, correct? Any suggestions on finding a reputable dealer?

rumc3

Has anyone here installed 'driving' lights where the fogs go? I was considering PIAA lights in the lower corners of an '03 Accord EX Coupe. Are these high beam lights that go on when you hit the highs? That complement your normal high beams? Or are they both high and low beams? I'm interested in getting more light on the road at night and my current car, which is six years old, has fog lights which I've used probably three times. I don't have much use for them.

dmert

I have a 2003 Acoord Coupe. I have seen that style with tinted windows and also saw the problems. The coupe has a large dot matrix on the back window and the tint bubbled over that area. My friend said that it always happens when placed over that matrix. I there anyway to prevent this from happening? I am still looking for the chrome grille. Anybody found one yet?

jbleuel

Please provide your experiences with the ambient temperature gauge on the 2003 Accord. I had the gauge installed after market and am very dissatisfied with the accuracy. Routinely off by 6 degrees or more. Thoughts?
Thanks! JB

atlantabenny

Similar experience with our two 03 Accords with factory temp gauge. Not sure if it's linked with the climate control system, but I hear the AC compressor engaging when it's not supposed to.

briansbluetoy

I have an exv6, external temp gauge included. I have similar accuracy experience (approx 5 deg off).

Also the reading seems to be subject to the car moving.

anonymousposts

I don't think I have noticed any bubbling over the dot matrix pattern in my Coupe. I will take a closer look tomorrow.

dmert

The specs say that the stereo is a 120-Watt unit. I have had to crank it up, almost to max, to hear it when driving with the windows down. Is there a noise suppressor or is it the speakers. Even with the windows up, the stereo is not that loud.

briansbluetoy

I was kinda dissapointed in that as well. 120 watts sounds impressive, but I think its calculated 20 watts x 6 spkrs.

On the subject of speaker upgrades, Crutchfield offers rear 6x9s and a component set (woofer/tweeter) for the front. Anyone try these upgrades yet?

rickhunterman

I purchased a new set of 6x9 replacement speakers for my 03 EX-V6 but could not figure out which wire is the positive (+) and which is the negative (-) from the factory connector?

Thanks

captain13

We just installed the aero kit on our 03 EX coupe. The factory splash guards had to be removed though. Does anyone know of a high quality
splash guard that is made to work with the aero kit??

robr2

Circuit City sells adaptors for the factory speaker harness that splits the wires out. Also crutchfield.com does as well.

Good Luck

briansbluetoy

I just got an email from www.logjamelectronics.com indicating the aux input we have been waiting for is on its way. Email below.

(FYI, this will plug into the 2003 head unit and provide you with either female RCA jacks or mail sony headphone plug so you can attach either an MP3 player, kids dvd player, xfm radio, etc)

Usual disclaimers, no affiliation, just know a guy at work who used a previous version in his Odyssey van to connect the kid's dvd player so they can hear movies via the vehicle's stereo.
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Hi there,
At one time you emailed LOGJAM ELECTRONICS to inquire about an AUX Input Converter for the 2003 Honda Accord. That item is finally available, and will be IN STOCK later this week. The part number is SNHOND3, and it will be listed at www.logjamelectronics.com as soon as it arrives in the warehouse. Final pricing, and product application information will be revealed as soon as they arrive, and will also be shown on the website.

If you still have interest, then please check it out!

If not, I am sorry to have bothered you. This is the only such email that you will receive.

Scott B. Helton
www.logjamelectronics.com
765-644-1251 ofc.
info@logjamelectronics.com

God Bless America!

chillenhonda

Bought a 99 Accord EX-L 5-speed a month ago with 33,000 miles. First road trip, Boston to NYC and back, got 34.8 mpg, fuel light went on with 505 miles on the trip odometer, stopped to refuel, it took 14.5 gallons, which means I had 2.6 left. Amazing...especially considering I drive fast on the highway (75-80) and that about 150 miles of that trip was city driving in Queens and Manhattan.
Was interested in anyone who added a K&N air filter or AEM air intake (short or cold-air), or other minor engine modifications to the 2.3-liter. Ive had these on other cars (99 Prelude & 91 Accord), and found that while the acceleration isnt hugely improved, it did rev better at all rpms, did improve the top end pull slightly, and produced a little better mpg in regular driving.
Anyone? Anyone?

filod

Anyone have installed this to the 03 Accord? Was it easy or do one need to go to a pro? How much does it cost? Thanks.

kevdewd

Has anyone had the Lojack system added to your 03 Accord EX V6? Since this is the most stolen vehicle, didn't Honda think of this being a option? Oh well, if anyone has any information for me...please let me know.

Thanks

mikek37

The decklid spoiler is quite simple to attach. I purchased it online for about 250 bucks with shipping. The installation process took about 2 hours. Looks GREAT. IMHO it looks ten times better then the tacky large spoiler that you can purchase. Its subtle and not overbearing. I reccomend it.