The interior lights on a 2017 Honda Accord are controlled from the overhead console and can be operated manually or set to activate with door opening. To lighting up the cabin, use the dome light switch (ON, OFF, or DOOR) and press the map-light lenses as needed.
Overview of the lighting controls
In this model, the main interior lights live in the overhead console above the front seats. The console includes a three-position dome light switch and two map lights that can be lit individually. The lights can also be configured to come on automatically when any door is opened by selecting the DOOR setting.
How to turn the lights on and configure them
Use the following steps to operate the overhead and map lights and to set their behavior.
- Locate the overhead console between the sun visors, near the rearview mirror.
- Set the dome light switch to ON to keep the interior lights illuminated regardless of door status.
- Set the dome light switch to DOOR to have the interior lights come on when any door is opened and turn off after doors are closed.
- Light the map areas by pressing each map light lens (left or right). Press again to turn off.
- If you want to adjust overall brightness, use the dashboard dimmer control near the steering column; note this primarily affects the instrument panel, while overhead lights operate independently in most cases.
When you’re finished driving or want to save power, return the dome switch to OFF to disable the overhead lights unless you manually engage the map lights.
Troubleshooting interior lights
If the interior lights don’t behave as expected, check these common issues:
- The dome switch may be in OFF; switch to ON or DOOR as needed.
- The map lights might be burnt out or have faulty bulbs.
- If lights don’t trigger with doors, inspect the door switches or latches; a faulty door switch can prevent auto-on.
- Blown fuses can disable interior lighting; inspect the interior-light circuit fuse and replace if necessary.
In most cases, adjusting the switch position or replacing a faulty bulb or fuse resolves the problem.
Summary
The 2017 Honda Accord provides straightforward interior lighting controls via the overhead console. Use the dome light switch set to ON, OFF, or DOOR to determine whether the lights stay on, stay off, or activate when doors open. Light the map lights individually by pressing their lenses, and adjust brightness with the dash dimmer if needed. If issues arise, check switch positions, bulbs, and fuses to restore normal operation.