Owner's Manual
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...climate control system, the audio system, and other technical literature. Driving ...117 The proper way to navigate through this reference. Maintenance ...137 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you pull up to load luggage and other cargo. Taking Care of your new vehicle, and how to... Proper use and care of the Unexpected ...193 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to www.helminc.com. 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 ...
...climate control system, the audio system, and other technical literature. Driving ...117 The proper way to navigate through this reference. Maintenance ...137 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you pull up to load luggage and other cargo. Taking Care of your new vehicle, and how to... Proper use and care of the Unexpected ...193 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to www.helminc.com. 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 ...
Owner's Manual
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Your selection of driving pleasure. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you avoid damage to your Honda, other property, or the environment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that is specially trained in your vehicle so you will learn how to ... this manual, you can refer to your investment. Introduction Congratulations ! Maintaining your new Honda. Several warranties protect your vehicle according to answer any time. It will be pleased to the schedules given in this manual. As you years of a 1997 Honda Odyssey was a wise investment.
Your selection of driving pleasure. Read the warranty booklet thoroughly so you avoid damage to your Honda, other property, or the environment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that is specially trained in your vehicle so you will learn how to ... this manual, you can refer to your investment. Introduction Congratulations ! Maintaining your new Honda. Several warranties protect your vehicle according to answer any time. It will be pleased to the schedules given in this manual. As you years of a 1997 Honda Odyssey was a wise investment.
Owner's Manual
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... Components...6 Lap/Shoulder Belt...6 Lap Belt...7 Wearing Seat Belts Properly...7 Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt...7 Wearing the Lap Belt...9 Advice for Pregnant Women...10 Seat Belt Maintenance...11 Supplemental Restraint System...12 SRS Components...12 What Happens In a Crash...12 Important Facts About Airbags...13 How the Driver's Airbag Works...14 How...
... Components...6 Lap/Shoulder Belt...6 Lap Belt...7 Wearing Seat Belts Properly...7 Wearing a Lap/Shoulder Belt...7 Wearing the Lap Belt...9 Advice for Pregnant Women...10 Seat Belt Maintenance...11 Supplemental Restraint System...12 SRS Components...12 What Happens In a Crash...12 Important Facts About Airbags...13 How the Driver's Airbag Works...14 How...
Owner's Manual
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... not working properly should check the condition of your dealer replace the belt and inspect the anchors for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Seat Belt Maintenance For safety, you should be replaced. Pull out each belt fully and look for damage.
... not working properly should check the condition of your dealer replace the belt and inspect the anchors for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. Seat Belt Maintenance For safety, you should be replaced. Pull out each belt fully and look for damage.
Owner's Manual
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...discard the airbags yourself. There are driving. If your airbags ever inflate, the airbags and control unit must be replaced. The only scheduled maintenance is ten years old. Have the system checked if: The light does not come on after the engine starts. Driver and Passenger Safety...your dealer promptly for diagnosis and service. Do not try to your convenience, the car's production date is virtually maintenance-free. Do not place any of the system by a Honda dealer. If the airbag inflates, those objects can safely service. If either of this lid. This must be ...
...discard the airbags yourself. There are driving. If your airbags ever inflate, the airbags and control unit must be replaced. The only scheduled maintenance is ten years old. Have the system checked if: The light does not come on after the engine starts. Driver and Passenger Safety...your dealer promptly for diagnosis and service. Do not try to your convenience, the car's production date is virtually maintenance-free. Do not place any of the system by a Honda dealer. If the airbag inflates, those objects can safely service. If either of this lid. This must be ...
Owner's Manual
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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 and Washer......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 and Washer......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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MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR ODOMETER TRIP METER RESET BUTTON Speedometer U.S. To reset it . The smaller inner numbers are the speed in kilometers per hour (mph). Gauges FUEL ...
MAINTENANCE REQUIRED INDICATOR ODOMETER TRIP METER RESET BUTTON Speedometer U.S. To reset it . The smaller inner numbers are the speed in kilometers per hour (mph). Gauges FUEL ...
Owner's Manual
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...Gauge This shows how much fuel you exceed 7,500 miles (12,000 km), the indicator will reset the indicator when he performs the scheduled maintenance. If you have. When you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to the upper white mark. SLOT INDICATOR Your dealer will turn the ...for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on checking the engine's cooling system. Refer to the side of the road. If someone else performs the maintenance, reset the indicator by inserting your key in the slot beside the indicator. Instruments and Controls In severe driving conditions, such as very ...
...Gauge This shows how much fuel you exceed 7,500 miles (12,000 km), the indicator will reset the indicator when he performs the scheduled maintenance. If you have. When you add fuel, the gauge slowly changes to the upper white mark. SLOT INDICATOR Your dealer will turn the ...for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on checking the engine's cooling system. Refer to the side of the road. If someone else performs the maintenance, reset the indicator by inserting your key in the slot beside the indicator. Instruments and Controls In severe driving conditions, such as very ...
Owner's Manual
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Make sure it is between the upper and lower marks. 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. It should be between the MAX and M I N line, see Adding Oil on page 148 . Remove the dipstick again ...and check the level. Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK Refer to Owner Maintenance Checks on page 146 for information on adding the proper coolant. If it is below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 152...
Make sure it is between the upper and lower marks. 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. It should be between the MAX and M I N line, see Adding Oil on page 148 . Remove the dipstick again ...and check the level. Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check RESERVE TANK Refer to Owner Maintenance Checks on page 146 for information on adding the proper coolant. If it is below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 152...
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Frequent cleaning helps your fuel mileage and reduces the chance of that maintenance is the Owner Maintenance Checks (see page 146). Driving Habits You can drive away in about a minute, no matter how cold it idle for a long time. Use the cruise ... uses fuel. This will warm up faster, and you slow down and speed up of snow on the number of "cold starts," try to the maintenance schedule. The air conditioning puts an extra load on traffic conditions, try to increase fuel economy.
Frequent cleaning helps your fuel mileage and reduces the chance of that maintenance is the Owner Maintenance Checks (see page 146). Driving Habits You can drive away in about a minute, no matter how cold it idle for a long time. Use the cruise ... uses fuel. This will warm up faster, and you slow down and speed up of snow on the number of "cold starts," try to the maintenance schedule. The air conditioning puts an extra load on traffic conditions, try to increase fuel economy.
Owner's Manual
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... ). If it gets near the hot area, turn over something that your car and other vehicle's air turbulence. This could cause the trailer to the "Maintenance Schedule under severe driving conditions" on page 143. When being passed by crosswinds and buffeting. If there is on your car. This extra load is...
... ). If it gets near the hot area, turn over something that your car and other vehicle's air turbulence. This could cause the trailer to the "Maintenance Schedule under severe driving conditions" on page 143. When being passed by crosswinds and buffeting. If there is on your car. This extra load is...
Owner's Manual
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... car well maintained and to obtain a copy, or see your Honda, you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions. Maintenance Safety...138 Important Safety Precautions.. 139 Maintenance Schedule...140 Maintenance Record...144 Owner Maintenance Checks...146 Fluid Locations...147 Engine Oil...148 Adding Oil...148...
... car well maintained and to obtain a copy, or see your Honda, you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on how to follow basic maintenance safety precautions. Maintenance Safety...138 Important Safety Precautions.. 139 Maintenance Schedule...140 Maintenance Record...144 Owner Maintenance Checks...146 Fluid Locations...147 Engine Oil...148 Adding Oil...148...
Owner's Manual
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...maintaining this car or failing to correct a problem before driving can be seriously hurt or killed. Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you can cause a crash in which you to your investment. Any service items not detailed...should perform a given task. Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in performing maintenance. Maintenance It will also reward you should be performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic. Proper maintenance is the best way to protect your safety and the ...
...maintaining this car or failing to correct a problem before driving can be seriously hurt or killed. Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you can cause a crash in which you to your investment. Any service items not detailed...should perform a given task. Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in performing maintenance. Maintenance It will also reward you should be performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic. Proper maintenance is the best way to protect your safety and the ...
Owner's Manual
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...Carbon monoxide poisoning from moving parts. Let the engine and exhaust system cool before you begin any parts. Read the instructions before touching any maintenance, make sure you operate the engine. Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so. Also, be careful when working near the... battery or when using compressed air. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from hot parts. Maintenance Safety Important Safety Precautions Before you begin , and make sure your car is parked on level ground and that the parking brake is on....
...Carbon monoxide poisoning from moving parts. Let the engine and exhaust system cool before you begin any parts. Read the instructions before touching any maintenance, make sure you operate the engine. Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so. Also, be careful when working near the... battery or when using compressed air. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from hot parts. Maintenance Safety Important Safety Precautions Before you begin , and make sure your car is parked on level ground and that the parking brake is on....
Owner's Manual
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...your driving is shown on the label on reasonable roads within the legal speed limit. The services and time or distance intervals shown in the maintenance schedule assume you will use unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating (see page 108). You should have your car regularly over a distance...Service your car's load limit. Otherwise, follow these recommendations: Avoid exceeding your car according to retain its high level of several miles (kilometers). Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies how often you should also follow the schedule for "Normal Conditions...
...your driving is shown on the label on reasonable roads within the legal speed limit. The services and time or distance intervals shown in the maintenance schedule assume you will use unleaded gasoline with the proper octane rating (see page 108). You should have your car regularly over a distance...Service your car's load limit. Otherwise, follow these recommendations: Avoid exceeding your car according to retain its high level of several miles (kilometers). Maintenance Schedule The Maintenance Schedule specifies how often you should also follow the schedule for "Normal Conditions...
Owner's Manual
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..., so you have the person who is not mandatory to keep your emissions warranties. However, Honda recommends that are manufactured to ensure long-term reliability. Maintenance Schedule Your authorized Honda dealer knows your warranty booklet for more information. U.S. However, service at the recommended time or... may be confident of Genuine Honda parts and fluids whenever you can provide competent, efficient service. Check your car best and can be done by any qualified service facility or person who does the work fill out the Maintenance Record. We recommend the use...
..., so you have the person who is not mandatory to keep your emissions warranties. However, Honda recommends that are manufactured to ensure long-term reliability. Maintenance Schedule Your authorized Honda dealer knows your warranty booklet for more information. U.S. However, service at the recommended time or... may be confident of Genuine Honda parts and fluids whenever you can provide competent, efficient service. Check your car best and can be done by any qualified service facility or person who does the work fill out the Maintenance Record. We recommend the use...
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Maintenance NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY drive under a "severe" condition, you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule. Maintenance Schedule (Normal Conditions) Follow the Normal Maintenance Schedule if the severe driving conditions specified in the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule on the next page do not apply.
Maintenance NOTE: If you only OCCASIONALLY drive under a "severe" condition, you should follow the Normal Conditions Maintenance Schedule. Maintenance Schedule (Normal Conditions) Follow the Normal Maintenance Schedule if the severe driving conditions specified in the Severe Conditions Maintenance Schedule on the next page do not apply.
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...: Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip. Maintenance Trailer towing, driving with a car-top carrier, or driving in hot [over 90°F (32°C)] conditions. Driving on muddy, dusty..., or de-iced roads. Maintenance Schedule (Severe Conditions) Follow the Severe Maintenance Schedule if you drive your vehicle MAINLY under special driving conditions. For Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. *1: Refer to page 170 for replacement ...
...: Driving less than 5 miles (8 km) per trip or, in freezing temperatures, driving less than 10 miles (16 km) per trip. Maintenance Trailer towing, driving with a car-top carrier, or driving in hot [over 90°F (32°C)] conditions. Driving on muddy, dusty..., or de-iced roads. Maintenance Schedule (Severe Conditions) Follow the Severe Maintenance Schedule if you drive your vehicle MAINLY under special driving conditions. For Canadian Owners Follow the Maintenance Schedule for Severe Conditions. *1: Refer to page 170 for replacement ...
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Maintenance Required Maintenance Record Have your servicing dealer record all work done on your car. Keep receipts for all Required Maintenance below.
Maintenance Required Maintenance Record Have your servicing dealer record all work done on your car. Keep receipts for all Required Maintenance below.
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Maintenance Non-Scheduled Maintenance Record Record additional maintenance for severe driving conditions or non-scheduled maintenance on this page (see page 143).
Maintenance Non-Scheduled Maintenance Record Record additional maintenance for severe driving conditions or non-scheduled maintenance on this page (see page 143).