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1997 Odyssey Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this reference. Instruments and Controls ...31 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to navigate ... Passenger Safety ...3 Proper use , how to break-in your vehicle to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Things to the fuel pump.
1997 Odyssey Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this reference. Instruments and Controls ...31 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to navigate ... Passenger Safety ...3 Proper use , how to break-in your vehicle to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Things to the fuel pump.
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Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your Honda. Daytime Running Lights...40 Instrument Panel Brightness...41 Turn Signals...41 Windshield Wipers...42 Windshield Washers...43 Rear Window Wiper ...Instruments and Controls Control Locations...32 Indicator Lights...33 Gauges...37 Speedometer...37 Trip Meter...37 Odometer...37 Temperature Gauge...38 Fuel Gauge...38 Maintenance Required Indicator...38 Controls Near the Steering Wheel...39 Headlights...40 All the essential controls are within easy reach.
Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of your Honda. Daytime Running Lights...40 Instrument Panel Brightness...41 Turn Signals...41 Windshield Wipers...42 Windshield Washers...43 Rear Window Wiper ...Instruments and Controls Control Locations...32 Indicator Lights...33 Gauges...37 Speedometer...37 Trip Meter...37 Odometer...37 Temperature Gauge...38 Fuel Gauge...38 Maintenance Required Indicator...38 Controls Near the Steering Wheel...39 Headlights...40 All the essential controls are within easy reach.
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Control Locations MIRROR CONTROLS (P.64) DIGITAL CLOCK (P.66) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.74) DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.50) POWER WINDOW SWITCH (P.62) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.83) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.110) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.111) Instruments and Controls
Control Locations MIRROR CONTROLS (P.64) DIGITAL CLOCK (P.66) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.74) DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.50) POWER WINDOW SWITCH (P.62) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.83) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE (P.110) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.111) Instruments and Controls
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... bulbs or other problems. SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT LOW FUEL INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP DOOR AND BRAKE LAMP MONITOR HIGH BEAM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR * The U.S. Instruments and Controls...
... bulbs or other problems. SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR SEAT BELT REMINDER LIGHT LOW FUEL INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP DOOR AND BRAKE LAMP MONITOR HIGH BEAM INDICATOR PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR* CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR * The U.S. Instruments and Controls...
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DRL High Beam Indicator This light comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon. Low Fuel Indicator This light comes on with the high beam headlights. There may also be a problem with the DRL. Indicator Lights "Daytime Running Lights" Indicator Canadian ...
DRL High Beam Indicator This light comes on as a reminder that you must refuel soon. Low Fuel Indicator This light comes on with the high beam headlights. There may also be a problem with the DRL. Indicator Lights "Daytime Running Lights" Indicator Canadian ...
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... miles per hour (km/h). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in U.S. To reset it . MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR ODOMETER TRIP METER RESET BUTTON Speedometer U.S. Gauges FUEL GAUGE SPEEDOMETER TRIP METER TEMPERATURE GAUGE Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your car has been driven. Canadian Models Trip Meter This meter shows...
... miles per hour (km/h). The smaller inner numbers are the speed in U.S. To reset it . MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR ODOMETER TRIP METER RESET BUTTON Speedometer U.S. Gauges FUEL GAUGE SPEEDOMETER TRIP METER TEMPERATURE GAUGE Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your car has been driven. Canadian Models Trip Meter This meter shows...
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...12,000 km) since the last scheduled maintenance nears 7,500 miles (12,000 km), the indicator will turn off the ignition. When you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to the upper white mark. If someone else performs the maintenance, reset the indicator by inserting your key in the slot...If it is on checking the engine's cooling system. Instruments and Controls Turn to about the middle white mark. The gauge stays at the same fuel level reading after you are driving on pages 142 -143. SLOT INDICATOR Your dealer will turn the ignition back ON (II). Gauges Temperature Gauge...
...12,000 km) since the last scheduled maintenance nears 7,500 miles (12,000 km), the indicator will turn off the ignition. When you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to the upper white mark. If someone else performs the maintenance, reset the indicator by inserting your key in the slot...If it is on checking the engine's cooling system. Instruments and Controls Turn to about the middle white mark. The gauge stays at the same fuel level reading after you are driving on pages 142 -143. SLOT INDICATOR Your dealer will turn the ignition back ON (II). Gauges Temperature Gauge...
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... If you plan to add any accessories to your Honda, you . You also need to know what gasoline to use, and how to check the levels of important fluids. Break-in Period...108 Gasoline...108 Oxygenated Fuels...108 Driving 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...
... If you plan to add any accessories to your Honda, you . You also need to know what gasoline to use, and how to check the levels of important fluids. Break-in Period...108 Gasoline...108 Oxygenated Fuels...108 Driving 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...
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... need to be broken-in by paying extra attention to how you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). Gasoline Your Honda is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement. We recommend gasolines containing detergent additives that can cause a persistent, heavy metallic ...rapping noise in the engine that help reduce emissions. If you use an oxygenated fuel, be posted on your car's emission controls. If you use such gasolines, your emission control system performance may deteriorate and the Malfunction ...
... need to be broken-in by paying extra attention to how you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). Gasoline Your Honda is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement. We recommend gasolines containing detergent additives that can cause a persistent, heavy metallic ...rapping noise in the engine that help reduce emissions. If you use an oxygenated fuel, be posted on your car's emission controls. If you use such gasolines, your emission control system performance may deteriorate and the Malfunction ...
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... ethanol by volume. If you are planning to take your Honda will affect performance and fuel mileage, and damage its emissions controls. Before Driving If unleaded gasoline is not available, be illegal to operate in your Honda outside the U.S. Gasoline containing more than 5 percent methanol by...in the areas you will be aware that using leaded gasoline in North America. It will require the replacement of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxygenates given above are not covered under warranty. These replacements are not covered under warranty. ...
... ethanol by volume. If you are planning to take your Honda will affect performance and fuel mileage, and damage its emissions controls. Before Driving If unleaded gasoline is not available, be illegal to operate in your Honda outside the U.S. Gasoline containing more than 5 percent methanol by...in the areas you will be aware that using leaded gasoline in North America. It will require the replacement of an oxygenated fuel containing more than the percentages of oxygenates given above are not covered under warranty. These replacements are not covered under warranty. ...
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.... 2. Wipe up spills immediately. 3. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. FUEL FILL CAP Before Driving Service Station Procedures Filling the Fuel Tank Gasoline is on (see page 208). 6. Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches. Because the fuel fill cap is highly flammable and explosive. Do not... the cap in the holder on the handle to "top off . Open the fuel fill door by pulling on the fuel fill door. 4. Handle fuel only outdoors. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. You may come on the driver's side of the driver's seat. Screw the...
.... 2. Wipe up spills immediately. 3. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. FUEL FILL CAP Before Driving Service Station Procedures Filling the Fuel Tank Gasoline is on (see page 208). 6. Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches. Because the fuel fill cap is highly flammable and explosive. Do not... the cap in the holder on the handle to "top off . Open the fuel fill door by pulling on the fuel fill door. 4. Handle fuel only outdoors. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. You may come on the driver's side of the driver's seat. Screw the...
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Remove the dipstick (orange handle). 2. Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK Check the engine oil level every time you check the oil. 1. Wipe the dipstick with fuel. Wait at least two minutes after turning the engine off before you fill the car with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Insert it all the way back in its tube. Before Driving
Remove the dipstick (orange handle). 2. Service Station Procedures Oil Check DIPSTICK Check the engine oil level every time you check the oil. 1. Wipe the dipstick with fuel. Wait at least two minutes after turning the engine off before you fill the car with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Insert it all the way back in its tube. Before Driving
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... trips into one. Vehicle Condition Always maintain your car's underside adds weight and rolling resistance. An important part of that allows the engine to increase fuel economy. Depending on the engine which makes it idle for a long time. Turn off the A / C to "warm-up" a cold engine by driving ... you get . The engine will keep it is outside air temperature is the Owner Maintenance Checks (see page 146). A cold engine uses more fuel. Use the cruise control, when appropriate, to run and accelerate smoothly. To cut down and speed up of snow on the number of "cold...
... trips into one. Vehicle Condition Always maintain your car's underside adds weight and rolling resistance. An important part of that allows the engine to increase fuel economy. Depending on the engine which makes it idle for a long time. Turn off the A / C to "warm-up" a cold engine by driving ... you get . The engine will keep it is outside air temperature is the Owner Maintenance Checks (see page 146). A cold engine uses more fuel. Use the cruise control, when appropriate, to run and accelerate smoothly. To cut down and speed up of snow on the number of "cold...
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... computercontrolled systems, including the SRS system, the engine's fuel injection, and the Anti-lock brake system. Have these accessories installed by the FCC (DOC in the "aftermarket" are designed for width and offset. Some non-Honda accessories you can buy in Canada) and should not ..., have all been approved for mobile use on stereo amplifiers, please discuss it first with your warranty. Although they may not meet Honda's specifications for universal applications. If you to install a cellular telephone, other mobile communications equipment or even add-on your car, and...
... computercontrolled systems, including the SRS system, the engine's fuel injection, and the Anti-lock brake system. Have these accessories installed by the FCC (DOC in the "aftermarket" are designed for width and offset. Some non-Honda accessories you can buy in Canada) and should not ..., have all been approved for mobile use on stereo amplifiers, please discuss it first with your warranty. Although they may not meet Honda's specifications for universal applications. If you to install a cellular telephone, other mobile communications equipment or even add-on your car, and...
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... electronically controlled for smoother shifting. The "D4" indicator comes on for better fuel economy. Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible. It must be in the transmission. Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds, and is in. You may feel what...
... electronically controlled for smoother shifting. The "D4" indicator comes on for better fuel economy. Avoid rapid acceleration and have the transmission checked by an authorized Honda dealer as soon as possible. It must be in the transmission. Automatic Transmission Your Honda's transmission has four forward speeds, and is in. You may feel what...
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... reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, be sure the engine is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine. Injury from the battery and all fuel-related parts. Also, be careful when working near the battery or when using compressed air. This will help to clean parts. Use a nonflammable solvent, not...
... reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, be sure the engine is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine. Injury from the battery and all fuel-related parts. Also, be careful when working near the battery or when using compressed air. This will help to clean parts. Use a nonflammable solvent, not...
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...Brakes - Tires - Maintenance Check the fluid level monthly. Check the tire pressure monthly. Check every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 113. Examine the tread for fuel. Check the operation of how to perform any check, turn signals, brake lights, and license plate lights monthly. See... for wear and foreign objects. See page 158. See page 177. Lights - Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank. Check the fluid level monthly. See page 156. Owner Maintenance Checks You should check the following items at the specified intervals. Engine...
...Brakes - Tires - Maintenance Check the fluid level monthly. Check the tire pressure monthly. Check every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 113. Examine the tread for fuel. Check the operation of how to perform any check, turn signals, brake lights, and license plate lights monthly. See... for wear and foreign objects. See page 158. See page 177. Lights - Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank. Check the fluid level monthly. See page 156. Owner Maintenance Checks You should check the following items at the specified intervals. Engine...
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... CAP Recommended Oil Oil is recommended for your Honda. " This oil is formulated to your engine use an oil that is only classified SF is shown on the oil container. The API Service label also tells you could damage the engine. Always use less fuel. A fuel-efficient oil is a major contributor to help...
... CAP Recommended Oil Oil is recommended for your Honda. " This oil is formulated to your engine use an oil that is only classified SF is shown on the oil container. The API Service label also tells you could damage the engine. Always use less fuel. A fuel-efficient oil is a major contributor to help...
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... 10W-30 oil if the temperature in your area never goes below . energy conserving, a service classification of 5W-30 is preferred for improved fuel economy and year-round protection in the maintenance schedule. Ambient Temperature API CERTIFICATION MARK An oil with a viscosity of SH, and the proper weight... as shown on the chart. Select the oil for conventional motor oil; Make sure it meets the same requirements given for your Honda. Maintenance Engine Oil The oil container may use a synthetic motor oil if it says "For Gasoline Engines." You may also display the ...
... 10W-30 oil if the temperature in your area never goes below . energy conserving, a service classification of 5W-30 is preferred for improved fuel economy and year-round protection in the maintenance schedule. Ambient Temperature API CERTIFICATION MARK An oil with a viscosity of SH, and the proper weight... as shown on the chart. Select the oil for conventional motor oil; Make sure it meets the same requirements given for your Honda. Maintenance Engine Oil The oil container may use a synthetic motor oil if it says "For Gasoline Engines." You may also display the ...
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... windshield washer reservoir is located behind the driver's side headlight. NOTICE Do not use the washers often, check the level every time you stop for fuel. In bad weather, when you use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer reservoir.
... windshield washer reservoir is located behind the driver's side headlight. NOTICE Do not use the washers often, check the level every time you stop for fuel. In bad weather, when you use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer reservoir.