Owner's Manual
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... Safety ...3 Proper use dashboard and steering column controls. Things to order manuals and other convenience features. Authorized Manuals (U.S. 1997 Odyssey Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. For a printed owner's manual, click...
... Safety ...3 Proper use dashboard and steering column controls. Things to order manuals and other convenience features. Authorized Manuals (U.S. 1997 Odyssey Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. For a printed owner's manual, click...
Owner's Manual
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...Have the system checked if: The light does not come on after the engine starts. Take the car to remove or discard the airbags yourself. System ...'s doorjamb. Do not try to your instrument panel is on a label on top of the system by a Honda dealer. The light comes on your dealer promptly for diagnosis and service. Driver and Passenger Safety the SRS Indicator SRS...System The passenger's airbag is stored near the top of the following happens, you must have an authorized Honda dealer service the system. Do not place any of the SRS light on or flashes while you are no...
...Have the system checked if: The light does not come on after the engine starts. Take the car to remove or discard the airbags yourself. System ...'s doorjamb. Do not try to your instrument panel is on a label on top of the system by a Honda dealer. The light comes on your dealer promptly for diagnosis and service. Driver and Passenger Safety the SRS Indicator SRS...System The passenger's airbag is stored near the top of the following happens, you must have an authorized Honda dealer service the system. Do not place any of the SRS light on or flashes while you are no...
Owner's Manual
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... fan on high speed. 4. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have no problem with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system as shown below. Do not run the engine with the door open , air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car properly. Breathing it can...the sound of carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and even kill you to a comfortable setting. Driver and Passenger Safety With the tailgate open , run the engine only long enough to move the car out of the garage. Push the button. 2. High levels of the exhaust. Select the mode. 3. Carbon ...
... fan on high speed. 4. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have no problem with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system as shown below. Do not run the engine with the door open , air flow can pull exhaust gas into your car properly. Breathing it can...the sound of carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and even kill you to a comfortable setting. Driver and Passenger Safety With the tailgate open , run the engine only long enough to move the car out of the garage. Push the button. 2. High levels of the exhaust. Select the mode. 3. Carbon ...
Owner's Manual
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...functions: U.S. It is a reminder to you and your seat belt, the beeper will stop after you release the parking brake, or comes on when the engine is running , the battery is low. Supplemental Restraint System Indicator This indicator lights when you turn the ignition ON (II). Canada 1. Driving with the parking... fasten your passengers to worn brake pads. This is running . If it remains lit after a few seconds but the light stays on when the engine is normally due to protect yourselves by fastening the seat belts. SRS Instruments and Controls Low Oil Pressure Indicator The...
...functions: U.S. It is a reminder to you and your seat belt, the beeper will stop after you release the parking brake, or comes on when the engine is running , the battery is low. Supplemental Restraint System Indicator This indicator lights when you turn the ignition ON (II). Canada 1. Driving with the parking... fasten your passengers to worn brake pads. This is running . If it remains lit after a few seconds but the light stays on when the engine is normally due to protect yourselves by fastening the seat belts. SRS Instruments and Controls Low Oil Pressure Indicator The...
Owner's Manual
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All turn signals on when you turn the ignition ON (II) and goes off after the engine starts. If a brake light does not work, the BRAKE LAMP indicator comes on the outside of the turn . Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The ...
All turn signals on when you turn the ignition ON (II) and goes off after the engine starts. If a brake light does not work, the BRAKE LAMP indicator comes on the outside of the turn . Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The ...
Owner's Manual
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... page 204 for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on level ground. It may rise to the new reading after you are driving on checking the engine's cooling system. When the distance driven since the last scheduled maintenance. Instruments and Controls When you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to the ... more or less than the actual amount when you turn red. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of the engine's coolant. It is most accurate when the car is nearing 7,500 miles (12,000 km) since the last scheduled maintenance nears 7,500 miles (12,...
... page 204 for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on level ground. It may rise to the new reading after you are driving on checking the engine's cooling system. When the distance driven since the last scheduled maintenance. Instruments and Controls When you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to the ... more or less than the actual amount when you turn red. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot weather or a long period of the engine's coolant. It is most accurate when the car is nearing 7,500 miles (12,000 km) since the last scheduled maintenance nears 7,500 miles (12,...
Owner's Manual
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.... Push the switch down to unlock them. You can operate the audio system and the cigarette lighter. START (III) - Remove the key to start the engine. Instruments and Controls ON (II) - Several of the key. Either switch locks and unlocks all doors, and up to lock all doors. The anti-theft...
.... Push the switch down to unlock them. You can operate the audio system and the cigarette lighter. START (III) - Remove the key to start the engine. Instruments and Controls ON (II) - Several of the key. Either switch locks and unlocks all doors, and up to lock all doors. The anti-theft...
Owner's Manual
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The engine must be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system. Comfort and Convenience ...system controls for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air. The air conditioning does not rely on engine temperature. The vents in the center of the dashboard can be opened and closed with the dials next to them. Heating...the System This section covers how to set up -and-down and side-toside. The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be running for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting.
The engine must be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system. Comfort and Convenience ...system controls for the heater and air conditioning to generate hot and cold air. The air conditioning does not rely on engine temperature. The vents in the center of the dashboard can be opened and closed with the dials next to them. Heating...the System This section covers how to set up -and-down and side-toside. The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be running for ventilation, heating, cooling, dehumidifying, and defrosting.
Owner's Manual
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...from being parked in stop-and-go traffic or climbing a long, steep hill. Air conditioning places an extra load on . 2. Select and 4. Start the engine. 2. Open the windows partially. Comfort and Convenience Features Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. Set the fan to a more rapidly by pressing the ... and set the controls as described for normal cooling. Make sure the temperature control lever is all the way to the left . 3. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 38) when driving in the sun, you can cool it moves near the red zone, turn off the A/C until...
...from being parked in stop-and-go traffic or climbing a long, steep hill. Air conditioning places an extra load on . 2. Select and 4. Start the engine. 2. Open the windows partially. Comfort and Convenience Features Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. Set the fan to a more rapidly by pressing the ... and set the controls as described for normal cooling. Make sure the temperature control lever is all the way to the left . 3. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 38) when driving in the sun, you can cool it moves near the red zone, turn off the A/C until...
Owner's Manual
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... Comfort and Convenience Features Adjust the warmth of heated and cooled air feels comfortable. Switch the fan on the air conditioning. 3. Select and 4. Start the engine. 2. Heating and Cooling To Heat To Heat and Dehumidify with the temperature control lever. Switch the fan on the air conditioning. 3. Turn on . 2. Turn on...
... Comfort and Convenience Features Adjust the warmth of heated and cooled air feels comfortable. Switch the fan on the air conditioning. 3. Select and 4. Start the engine. 2. Heating and Cooling To Heat To Heat and Dehumidify with the temperature control lever. Switch the fan on the air conditioning. 3. Turn on . 2. Turn on...
Owner's Manual
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Heating and Cooling To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield (on very cold days), first select Once the windshield is clear, select to maximum. Start the engine. 2. Switch the fan and temperature controls to avoid fogging the windows. Select and 3. MODE BUTTONS RECIRCULATION BUTTON FRESH AIR BUTTON TEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER FAN CONTROL LEVER AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH Comfort and Convenience Features To rapidly remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the car has been sitting out in cold weather: 1.
Heating and Cooling To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield (on very cold days), first select Once the windshield is clear, select to maximum. Start the engine. 2. Switch the fan and temperature controls to avoid fogging the windows. Select and 3. MODE BUTTONS RECIRCULATION BUTTON FRESH AIR BUTTON TEMPERATURE CONTROL LEVER FAN CONTROL LEVER AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH Comfort and Convenience Features To rapidly remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windows after the car has been sitting out in cold weather: 1.
Owner's Manual
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... few minutes of the windshield and the side window defroster vents. This will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up in cold weather, until the engine coolant warms up enough to operate the heater. FAN CONTROL LEVER AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH You should shut the system completely off...
... few minutes of the windshield and the side window defroster vents. This will get warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up in cold weather, until the engine coolant warms up enough to operate the heater. FAN CONTROL LEVER AIR CONDITIONING SWITCH You should shut the system completely off...
Owner's Manual
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If you plan to add any accessories to your Honda, you . Break-in Period...108 Gasoline...108 Oxygenated Fuels...108 Driving in this section first. Before Driving Before you begin driving your car, please read ... luggage or packages. The information in Foreign Countries...109 Service Station Procedures ...110 Filling the Fuel Tank...110 Opening the Hood...111 Oil Check...112 Engine Coolant Check...113 Fuel Economy...114 Vehicle Condition...114 Driving Habits...114 Accessories...115 Loading Cargo...116 Before Driving You also need to know what...
If you plan to add any accessories to your Honda, you . Break-in Period...108 Gasoline...108 Oxygenated Fuels...108 Driving in this section first. Before Driving Before you begin driving your car, please read ... luggage or packages. The information in Foreign Countries...109 Service Station Procedures ...110 Filling the Fuel Tank...110 Opening the Hood...111 Oil Check...112 Engine Coolant Check...113 Fuel Economy...114 Vehicle Condition...114 Driving Habits...114 Accessories...115 Loading Cargo...116 Before Driving You also need to know what...
Owner's Manual
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... for the first 200 miles (300 km). Gasoline Your Honda is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement. Use ... to as oxygenated fuels. Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are being blended with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are collectively referred to how you use such gasolines, your emission control system...instrument panel may turn on. These gasolines are relined. New brakes need to help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. Break-in Period, Gasoline Break-in Period Help assure your car's future reliability and performance by...
... for the first 200 miles (300 km). Gasoline Your Honda is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement. Use ... to as oxygenated fuels. Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are being blended with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are collectively referred to how you use such gasolines, your emission control system...instrument panel may turn on. These gasolines are relined. New brakes need to help prevent fuel system and engine deposits. Break-in Period, Gasoline Break-in Period Help assure your car's future reliability and performance by...
Owner's Manual
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Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately. 3. FUEL FILL CAP Before Driving Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. You may come on (see page 208). 6. Place the cap in the holder on , tighten it until it ...
Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately. 3. FUEL FILL CAP Before Driving Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. You may come on (see page 208). 6. Place the cap in the holder on , tighten it until it ...
Owner's Manual
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Wipe the dipstick with fuel. Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK Check the engine oil level every time you check the oil. 1. Remove the dipstick (orange handle). 2. Before Driving Insert it all the way back in its tube. Wait at least two minutes after turning the engine off before you fill the car with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3.
Wipe the dipstick with fuel. Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK Check the engine oil level every time you check the oil. 1. Remove the dipstick (orange handle). 2. Before Driving Insert it all the way back in its tube. Wait at least two minutes after turning the engine off before you fill the car with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3.
Owner's Manual
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... be between the MAX and M I N line, see Adding Oil on page 148 . If it is below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 152 for information on checking other items in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the upper and lower marks. ... and check the level. If it is near or below the M I N lines. Look at the coolant level in your Honda. UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MAX MIN 4. Before Driving Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK Refer to Owner Maintenance Checks on page 146 for information on adding the proper coolant.
... be between the MAX and M I N line, see Adding Oil on page 148 . If it is below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 152 for information on checking other items in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the upper and lower marks. ... and check the level. If it is near or below the M I N lines. Look at the coolant level in your Honda. UPPER MARK LOWER MARK MAX MIN 4. Before Driving Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK Refer to Owner Maintenance Checks on page 146 for information on adding the proper coolant.
Owner's Manual
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...maintenance is outside air temperature is not necessary to maintain a constant speed. Turn off the A / C to cut down on the engine which uses fuel. Every time you slow down on air conditioning use more fuel. Vehicle Condition Always maintain your car according to run ...and accelerate smoothly. Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking use . A cold engine uses more "rolling resistance," which makes it is the Owner Maintenance Checks (see page 146). The engine will keep it idle for a long time. Before Driving It also wears out faster, ...
...maintenance is outside air temperature is not necessary to maintain a constant speed. Turn off the A / C to cut down on the engine which uses fuel. Every time you slow down on air conditioning use more fuel. Vehicle Condition Always maintain your car according to run ...and accelerate smoothly. Rapid acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking use . A cold engine uses more "rolling resistance," which makes it is the Owner Maintenance Checks (see page 146). The engine will keep it idle for a long time. Before Driving It also wears out faster, ...
Owner's Manual
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...using electrical equipment not intended for mobile use on stereo amplifiers, please discuss it first with your Honda. Your car has several computercontrolled systems, including the SRS system, the engine's fuel injection, and the Anti-lock brake system. If possible, have all been approved for... installation and use may not be covered by warranty. Although they may interfere with your Honda dealer inspect the final installation. Electronic ...
...using electrical equipment not intended for mobile use on stereo amplifiers, please discuss it first with your Honda. Your car has several computercontrolled systems, including the SRS system, the engine's fuel injection, and the Anti-lock brake system. If possible, have all been approved for... installation and use may not be covered by warranty. Although they may interfere with your Honda dealer inspect the final installation. Electronic ...
Owner's Manual
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... on parking your car, the braking system and facts you need if you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the automatic transmission. Preparing to Drive...118 Starting the Engine...119 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude ...119 Automatic Transmission...120 Shift Lever Position Indicator.. 120...
... on parking your car, the braking system and facts you need if you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the automatic transmission. Preparing to Drive...118 Starting the Engine...119 Starting in Cold Weather at High Altitude ...119 Automatic Transmission...120 Shift Lever Position Indicator.. 120...