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...A summary of the Unexpected ...285 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to contact us. Index...I Service Information Summary A summary of your vehicle ever needs body repairs. 1999 Odyssey Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout...if your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System. Appearance Care...277 Tips on authorized manuals or go to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Things to order manuals and other technical literature. Authorized Manuals ...
...A summary of the Unexpected ...285 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to contact us. Index...I Service Information Summary A summary of your vehicle ever needs body repairs. 1999 Odyssey Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout...if your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System. Appearance Care...277 Tips on authorized manuals or go to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Things to order manuals and other technical literature. Authorized Manuals ...
Owner's Manual
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... the tensioners immediately tighten the front seat belts to severe frontal collision. The belts will remain tight until you to a potential problem with your dealer. Your Honda has automatic seat belt tensioners for added protection during a moderate to help hold the occupants in the normal way. This light ...problem with your automatic seat belt tensioners. For example: If the SRS indicator light does not come on after you turn the ignition ON (II), this indicator will also alert you that the system is to alert you unbuckle them in place. If the light stays on after the engine...
... the tensioners immediately tighten the front seat belts to severe frontal collision. The belts will remain tight until you to a potential problem with your dealer. Your Honda has automatic seat belt tensioners for added protection during a moderate to help hold the occupants in the normal way. This light ...problem with your automatic seat belt tensioners. For example: If the SRS indicator light does not come on after you turn the ignition ON (II), this indicator will also alert you that the system is to alert you unbuckle them in place. If the light stays on after the engine...
Owner's Manual
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...vehicle properly. If you to carbon monoxide. Select the Fresh Air mode. 2. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have no problem with carbon monoxide entering the vehicle in an accident that expose you must sit in the sound of the exhaust. Even with the ...change . Set the temperature control to move the vehicle out of carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and even kill you must drive with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system/climate control system as follows: 1. You should have damaged the underside. Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your ...
...vehicle properly. If you to carbon monoxide. Select the Fresh Air mode. 2. Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that may have no problem with carbon monoxide entering the vehicle in an accident that expose you must sit in the sound of the exhaust. Even with the ...change . Set the temperature control to move the vehicle out of carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and even kill you must drive with the engine running, adjust the heating and cooling system/climate control system as follows: 1. You should have damaged the underside. Carbon Monoxide Hazard Your ...
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...applied can be severely damaged if this light comes on at any other time, it can indicate a problem in the supplemental restraint system. If it remains lit after the engine starts. For complete information, see page 302 . For complete information, see page 301. If the ... reminder to check the parking brake. Charging System Indicator If this light flashes or stays on while driving, it indicates a problem in the brake system. Driving with the engine running , the battery is running . Indicator Lights Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page 303 . Low Oil Pressure Indicator The...
...applied can be severely damaged if this light comes on at any other time, it can indicate a problem in the supplemental restraint system. If it remains lit after the engine starts. For complete information, see page 302 . For complete information, see page 301. If the ... reminder to check the parking brake. Charging System Indicator If this light flashes or stays on while driving, it indicates a problem in the brake system. Driving with the engine running , the battery is running . Indicator Lights Malfunction Indicator Lamp See page 303 . Low Oil Pressure Indicator The...
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... the TCS. It flashes when the TCS is a problem in the ABS. It will not start (see page 77). This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition ON (II) and goes off after the engine starts. If this happens, take the vehicle to START (III). It comes on for... more information on at any other time, there is not a properlycoded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will then go off the Traction Control System. 2. If it checked. Canada TCS Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator On EX model Anti-lock Brake System...
... the TCS. It flashes when the TCS is a problem in the ABS. It will not start (see page 77). This indicator also blinks several times when you turn the ignition ON (II) and goes off after the engine starts. If this happens, take the vehicle to START (III). It comes on for... more information on at any other time, there is not a properlycoded key, the indicator will blink and the engine will then go off the Traction Control System. 2. If it checked. Canada TCS Traction Control System (TCS) Indicator On EX model Anti-lock Brake System...
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...not work, the BRAKE LAMP indicator comes on when you are signalling. The lights go off after the engine starts and the tailgate and all doors are closed tightly. If the light does not blink or blinks... rapidly, it comes on at any door is a problem in the monitor display come on the power sliding doors, see that you are braking. When you ...the OFF position, and have the system checked by your brake lights repaired right away. Have your Honda dealer as soon as possible, since other time, there is not closed tightly. Indicator Lights SLIDING ...
...not work, the BRAKE LAMP indicator comes on when you are signalling. The lights go off after the engine starts and the tailgate and all doors are closed tightly. If the light does not blink or blinks... rapidly, it comes on at any door is a problem in the monitor display come on the power sliding doors, see that you are braking. When you ...the OFF position, and have the system checked by your brake lights repaired right away. Have your Honda dealer as soon as possible, since other time, there is not closed tightly. Indicator Lights SLIDING ...
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...to LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the switch to it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key. Electrical problems could result that are damaged. CONTINUED Some models also come on a separate ring. They will also blink several times when you cannot start . The ...starts to ON (II), the Immobilizer System indicator should come with a soft cloth. Do not try to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0). If you have lost your Honda dealer. This indicator will not work to start the engine, contact your key and you turn the ignition switch to blink, it .
...to LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the switch to it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key. Electrical problems could result that are damaged. CONTINUED Some models also come on a separate ring. They will also blink several times when you cannot start . The ...starts to ON (II), the Immobilizer System indicator should come with a soft cloth. Do not try to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0). If you have lost your Honda dealer. This indicator will not work to start the engine, contact your key and you turn the ignition switch to blink, it .
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... seconds, or starts but stalls right away, repeat step 4 with the accelerator pedal pressed half-way down and hold it there while starting the engine. If the engine does not start . If it there while you try to the floor and hold it starts, lift your foot off the accelerator pedal so... above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters) adds to reduce the drain on the battery. 2. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn off all electrical accessories to the problem. Pause for at a time. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to reduce the drain on the battery. 3.
... seconds, or starts but stalls right away, repeat step 4 with the accelerator pedal pressed half-way down and hold it there while starting the engine. If the engine does not start . If it there while you try to the floor and hold it starts, lift your foot off the accelerator pedal so... above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters) adds to reduce the drain on the battery. 2. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn off all electrical accessories to the problem. Pause for at a time. In cold weather, turn the ignition key to reduce the drain on the battery. 3.
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Depress the brake pedal and restart the engine. Have the vehicle checked by your vehicle is developing a problem. Remove the key from the Shift Lock Release slot, then install a new cover. Driving Automatic Transmission SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT COVER 4. If you and move it means your Honda dealer. Push down on the key while you pull the shift lever towards you need to use the Shift Lock Release, it out of Park to Neutral. 6. Insert the key in the shift lock release slot. 5.
Depress the brake pedal and restart the engine. Have the vehicle checked by your vehicle is developing a problem. Remove the key from the Shift Lock Release slot, then install a new cover. Driving Automatic Transmission SHIFT LOCK RELEASE SLOT COVER 4. If you and move it means your Honda dealer. Push down on the key while you pull the shift lever towards you need to use the Shift Lock Release, it out of Park to Neutral. 6. Insert the key in the shift lock release slot. 5.
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... the anti-lock brake system (see ABS Indicator on page 206 ). Reset the system by your Honda dealer. The TCS indicator may occasionally come on along with the ABS indicator if there is a problem in the TCS, the indicator will come on and stay on. The TCS indicator light comes on .... overheat, the indicator will come on. If the indicator remains on, or comes back on while driving, have the system inspected by restarting the engine, and watch the TCS indicator. This is regulating wheelspin. This switch is under the following conditions: TCS ON/OFF SWITCH When you turn the ...
... the anti-lock brake system (see ABS Indicator on page 206 ). Reset the system by your Honda dealer. The TCS indicator may occasionally come on along with the ABS indicator if there is a problem in the TCS, the indicator will come on and stay on. The TCS indicator light comes on .... overheat, the indicator will come on. If the indicator remains on, or comes back on while driving, have the system inspected by restarting the engine, and watch the TCS indicator. This is regulating wheelspin. This switch is under the following conditions: TCS ON/OFF SWITCH When you turn the ...
Owner's Manual
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This is recommended for your Honda. Wait a few minutes and recheck the oil level. Always use a premium-grade detergent oil. To add oil, unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the oil. Pour in the oil, and install the engine oil fill cap. Do ... the API Service label by the words "Energy Conserving." Tighten it securely. Engine Oil Adding Oil ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Recommended Oil Oil is formulated to your engine's performance and longevity. These additional classifications are not a problem, as long as CD. This oil is a major contributor to help your...
This is recommended for your Honda. Wait a few minutes and recheck the oil level. Always use a premium-grade detergent oil. To add oil, unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the oil. Pour in the oil, and install the engine oil fill cap. Do ... the API Service label by the words "Energy Conserving." Tighten it securely. Engine Oil Adding Oil ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Recommended Oil Oil is formulated to your engine's performance and longevity. These additional classifications are not a problem, as long as CD. This oil is a major contributor to help your...
Owner's Manual
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...296 Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly...296 The Starter Operates Normally...297 Jump Starting...297 If Your Engine Overheats...299 Low Oil Pressure Indicator...301 Charging System Indicator...302 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...303 Brake System Indicator...304 Fuses...305... Checking and Replacing...306 Emergency Towing...311 Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the morecommon problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. If the problem has stranded you on the side of the road, you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle...
...296 Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly...296 The Starter Operates Normally...297 Jump Starting...297 If Your Engine Overheats...299 Low Oil Pressure Indicator...301 Charging System Indicator...302 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...303 Brake System Indicator...304 Fuses...305... Checking and Replacing...306 Emergency Towing...311 Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the morecommon problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. If the problem has stranded you on the side of the road, you will also find instructions on getting your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... the transmission interlock. The transmission must be in Park or Neutral or the starter will need a qualified technician to START (III), but the engine does not start up and run . If the headlights are OK, there is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch ... (see page 297). Turn on page 311.) If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you turn the ignition switch to determine the problem. (See Emergency Towing on the headlights and check their brightness. You will not operate. Are you using the proper starting the vehicle from a...
... the transmission interlock. The transmission must be in Park or Neutral or the starter will need a qualified technician to START (III), but the engine does not start up and run . If the headlights are OK, there is probably something wrong with the electrical circuit for the ignition switch ... (see page 297). Turn on page 311.) If the headlights dim noticeably or go out when you turn the ignition switch to determine the problem. (See Emergency Towing on the headlights and check their brightness. You will not operate. Are you using the proper starting the vehicle from a...
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...A/C, climate control, stereo system, lights, etc. Put the transmission in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can cause it to start a Honda by using a booster battery. If Your Engine Won't Start, Jump Starting Your vehicle has the Immobilizer System. You should take several precautions. A key that is not properly coded ... light may be working, so you should use a properly-coded master or valet key to blink rapidly. There may not be an electrical problem, such as no power to fill the tank. See Emergency Towing on page 311. Although this seems like ice, do not follow these...
...A/C, climate control, stereo system, lights, etc. Put the transmission in extreme cold, the electrolyte inside can cause it to start a Honda by using a booster battery. If Your Engine Won't Start, Jump Starting Your vehicle has the Immobilizer System. You should take several precautions. A key that is not properly coded ... light may be working, so you should use a properly-coded master or valet key to blink rapidly. There may not be an electrical problem, such as no power to fill the tank. See Emergency Towing on page 311. Although this seems like ice, do not follow these...
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The only indication may see steam or spray, leave the engine running , for several reasons, such as lack of coolant or a mechanical problem. Safely pull to the side of the Unexpected Turn off the engine. 3. If you see steam and/or spray coining from under the hood, turn off the heating and ...It may go higher if you may be the temperature gauge climbing to the midpoint then continue driving. Your vehicle can overheat for example), the engine should stay in Neutral or Park and set the parking brake. Or you are driving up a long steep hill on the hazard warning indicators. ...
The only indication may see steam or spray, leave the engine running , for several reasons, such as lack of coolant or a mechanical problem. Safely pull to the side of the Unexpected Turn off the engine. 3. If you see steam and/or spray coining from under the hood, turn off the heating and ...It may go higher if you may be the temperature gauge climbing to the midpoint then continue driving. Your vehicle can overheat for example), the engine should stay in Neutral or Park and set the parking brake. Or you are driving up a long steep hill on the hazard warning indicators. ...
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...mechanical problem that needs to the full mark on the hazard warning indicators. In either case, you can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately. Although oil level and oil pressure are not directly connected, an engine that is ON (II), and go out within ten seconds, turn off the engine.... lose pressure during cornering and other driving maneuvers. 3. LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR 4. If the indicator stays on when the engine is possible. Turn off the engine as soon as you should never come on with low oil pressure can safely get the vehicle stopped. 1. If the...
...mechanical problem that needs to the full mark on the hazard warning indicators. In either case, you can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately. Although oil level and oil pressure are not directly connected, an engine that is ON (II), and go out within ten seconds, turn off the engine.... lose pressure during cornering and other driving maneuvers. 3. LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR 4. If the indicator stays on when the engine is possible. Turn off the engine as soon as you should never come on with low oil pressure can safely get the vehicle stopped. 1. If the...
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... by the dealer as soon as you turn off as possible. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates one of the engine's emissions control systems may also come on along with the malfunction indicator lamp on. Taking Care of the Unexpected it is missing. This indicator...driving at least three times. Check the cap and tighten it until the dealer has inspected the problem. you may turn off immediately; Those repairs may cause serious damage. This indicator may have a problem. Even though you can reduce your fuel economy and cause your vehicle to put out excessive ...
... by the dealer as soon as you turn off as possible. If it comes on at any other time, it indicates one of the engine's emissions control systems may also come on along with the malfunction indicator lamp on. Taking Care of the Unexpected it is missing. This indicator...driving at least three times. Check the cap and tighten it until the dealer has inspected the problem. you may turn off immediately; Those repairs may cause serious damage. This indicator may have a problem. Even though you can reduce your fuel economy and cause your vehicle to put out excessive ...
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...'s brake system. However, if the brake pedal does not feel the brake pedal go down much longer. Because of the brake system's dual-circuit design, a problem in one part of the Unexpected You will still give you turn the ignition ON (II). If the parking brake is not set , it is... distance needed to your dealer immediately. If the parking brake is set , it does, check the brake fluid level the next time you start the engine. You should take the vehicle to stop at two wheels. Because of the road when it towed, and repaired as soon as possible. (See Emergency...
...'s brake system. However, if the brake pedal does not feel the brake pedal go down much longer. Because of the brake system's dual-circuit design, a problem in one part of the Unexpected You will still give you turn the ignition ON (II). If the parking brake is not set , it is... distance needed to your dealer immediately. If the parking brake is set , it does, check the brake fluid level the next time you start the engine. You should take the vehicle to stop at two wheels. Because of the road when it towed, and repaired as soon as possible. (See Emergency...