Owner's Manual
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... be pleased to your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep your driving trouble-free while it , you avoid damage to answer any time. Several warranties protect your rights and responsibilities. As you read this manual, you years of a 2008 Honda Odyssey was a wise investment. i 2008 Odyssey This information is dedicated to your new vehicle is to enhance the enjoyment of your...
... be pleased to your investment. When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep your driving trouble-free while it , you avoid damage to answer any time. Several warranties protect your rights and responsibilities. As you read this manual, you years of a 2008 Honda Odyssey was a wise investment. i 2008 Odyssey This information is dedicated to your new vehicle is to enhance the enjoyment of your...
Owner's Manual
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2008 Odyssey Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ...63 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, rear entertainment, security, cruise control and HomeLink)...209 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- only) (how to order) ...505 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) ...
2008 Odyssey Online Reference Owner's Manual Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...iii Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, dashboard, and steering column) ...63 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, rear entertainment, security, cruise control and HomeLink)...209 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- only) (how to order) ...505 Index ...I Service Information Summary ( fluid capacities and tire pressures) ...
Owner's Manual
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.... Authorized Manuals (U.S. Features How to operate the heating and cooling system/climate control system, the audio system, rear entertainment and other cargo. only) How to handle them . Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use , how to breakin your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other convenience features. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. Index Service Information Summary...
.... Authorized Manuals (U.S. Features How to operate the heating and cooling system/climate control system, the audio system, rear entertainment and other cargo. only) How to handle them . Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use , how to breakin your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other convenience features. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. Index Service Information Summary...
Owner's Manual
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... PANEL INDICATORS (P.65, 66) GAUGES(P.77) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.191) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.151) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM BUTTONS (P.184) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.186) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.361) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.362) PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.192) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.203) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.283) RETRACTABLE CENTER TRAY (P.195) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER (P.378) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.183) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 27) Your Vehicle at a Glance GLOVE BOXES (P.201) HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEM/ CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.210) Vehicle with navigation...
... PANEL INDICATORS (P.65, 66) GAUGES(P.77) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.191) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.151) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM BUTTONS (P.184) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.186) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.361) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.362) PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.192) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.203) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.283) RETRACTABLE CENTER TRAY (P.195) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER (P.378) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.183) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 27) Your Vehicle at a Glance GLOVE BOXES (P.201) HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEM/ CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.210) Vehicle with navigation...
Owner's Manual
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... SWITCH (P.193) POWER SLIDING DOOR SWITCH (P.162) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.189) POWER TAILGATE SWITCH (P.158) / VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P.387) PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM SWITCH (P.352) HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/ FOG LIGHTS (P.135, 138) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.134) REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER (P.135) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.319) CLOCK (P.281) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.35) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.140) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.140) AUDIO SYSTEM/ REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (P.221, 285) NAVIGATION SYSTEM BUTTONS 2 HORN 1 LIGHT STEERING WHEEL BLUETOOTH REMOTE AUDIO...
... SWITCH (P.193) POWER SLIDING DOOR SWITCH (P.162) MOONROOF SWITCH (P.189) POWER TAILGATE SWITCH (P.158) / VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) OFF SWITCH (P.387) PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM SWITCH (P.352) HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/ FOG LIGHTS (P.135, 138) WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS (P.134) REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER (P.135) CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS (P.319) CLOCK (P.281) PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.35) HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.140) REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON (P.140) AUDIO SYSTEM/ REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (P.221, 285) NAVIGATION SYSTEM BUTTONS 2 HORN 1 LIGHT STEERING WHEEL BLUETOOTH REMOTE AUDIO...
Owner's Manual
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...center seating position of internal injuries. Except U.S. This lets your upper body. If the seat belt touches or crosses your neck, or if it crosses your arm instead of a crash over your shoulder, you need to adjust the seat belt anchor height. 15 2008 Odyssey Position the lap part of the belt... has a detachable seat belt that the belt is securely latched. Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving. Driver and Passenger Safety Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injuries in a crash. LX and Canadian DX models This spreads the forces...
...center seating position of internal injuries. Except U.S. This lets your upper body. If the seat belt touches or crosses your neck, or if it crosses your arm instead of a crash over your shoulder, you need to adjust the seat belt anchor height. 15 2008 Odyssey Position the lap part of the belt... has a detachable seat belt that the belt is securely latched. Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving. Driver and Passenger Safety Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injuries in a crash. LX and Canadian DX models This spreads the forces...
Owner's Manual
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... Steering Wheel Adjustment ...141 Keys and Locks...142 Immobilizer System...143 Ignition Switch ...144 Remote Transmitter ...145 Opening or Closing the Power Sliding Doors ...148 Opening or Closing the Power Tailgate ...148 Door Locks ...151 Power Door Locks ...151 Auto Door Locking/ Unlocking ...152 Childproof Door Locks ...157 Tailgate ...157 Power Tailgate ...158 Sliding Doors ...161 Seats ...167 Seat Heaters ...183 Driving Position Memory System...184 Power Windows ...186 Moonroof ...189 Mirrors ...190 Parking Brake ...192 Adjustable Driver's Foot Pedals .. 193 Interior Convenience...
... Steering Wheel Adjustment ...141 Keys and Locks...142 Immobilizer System...143 Ignition Switch ...144 Remote Transmitter ...145 Opening or Closing the Power Sliding Doors ...148 Opening or Closing the Power Tailgate ...148 Door Locks ...151 Power Door Locks ...151 Auto Door Locking/ Unlocking ...152 Childproof Door Locks ...157 Tailgate ...157 Power Tailgate ...158 Sliding Doors ...161 Seats ...167 Seat Heaters ...183 Driving Position Memory System...184 Power Windows ...186 Moonroof ...189 Mirrors ...190 Parking Brake ...192 Adjustable Driver's Foot Pedals .. 193 Interior Convenience...
Owner's Manual
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... the automatic lighting, turn the light switch to AUTO at any time. Do not cover this sensor or spill liquids on top of the dashboard. To turn them on the headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights when it . 137 2008 Odyssey Main Menu Table Of Contents Headlights On Touring models AUTO The automatic lighting feature turns on again, either turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, or turn the light switch to position. To turn on automatically when...
... the automatic lighting, turn the light switch to AUTO at any time. Do not cover this sensor or spill liquids on top of the dashboard. To turn them on the headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights when it . 137 2008 Odyssey Main Menu Table Of Contents Headlights On Touring models AUTO The automatic lighting feature turns on again, either turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, or turn the light switch to position. To turn on automatically when...
Owner's Manual
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... engine is in the Park (P) position. 2. Turn the ignition switch to automatically lock and unlock. You can turn off the Auto Door Lock modes: Your vehicle has customizable settings for the doors and tailgate to the ON (II) position, and open the driver's door. To change the ''AUTO DOOR LOCK'' setting, see page 125 . 152 2008 Odyssey Main Menu Table Of Contents Door Locks Auto Door Locking/Unlocking On LX, EX, EX-L and Canadian DX models Auto Door Locking On...
... engine is in the Park (P) position. 2. Turn the ignition switch to automatically lock and unlock. You can turn off the Auto Door Lock modes: Your vehicle has customizable settings for the doors and tailgate to the ON (II) position, and open the driver's door. To change the ''AUTO DOOR LOCK'' setting, see page 125 . 152 2008 Odyssey Main Menu Table Of Contents Door Locks Auto Door Locking/Unlocking On LX, EX, EX-L and Canadian DX models Auto Door Locking On...
Owner's Manual
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... the steering column allow you will stop moving . When the shift lever is in neutral and the ignition switch is in Park: Door Handles Dashboard Switches MAIN SWITCH If you shift out of Park while a door is closing, you release the brake pedal or the parking brake. Pull backward or push forward to open the door with the outside door handle, pull the door handle. Push it forward to the sliding doors. 162 2008 Odyssey POWER SLIDING DOOR SWITCHES...
... the steering column allow you will stop moving . When the shift lever is in neutral and the ignition switch is in Park: Door Handles Dashboard Switches MAIN SWITCH If you shift out of Park while a door is closing, you release the brake pedal or the parking brake. Pull backward or push forward to open the door with the outside door handle, pull the door handle. Push it forward to the sliding doors. 162 2008 Odyssey POWER SLIDING DOOR SWITCHES...
Owner's Manual
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... Windows with the remote transmitter. 1. If the power windows do not operate properly after resetting, have your vehicle checked by your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the driver's window fuse is removed, the AUTO function may be reset after reconnecting the battery or installing the fuse. 1. To open all four windows start to unlock the driver's door. 187 2008 Odyssey On EX, EX-L and Touring models Instruments and Controls...
... Windows with the remote transmitter. 1. If the power windows do not operate properly after resetting, have your vehicle checked by your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, or the driver's window fuse is removed, the AUTO function may be reset after reconnecting the battery or installing the fuse. 1. To open all four windows start to unlock the driver's door. 187 2008 Odyssey On EX, EX-L and Touring models Instruments and Controls...
Owner's Manual
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... with the rear control panel. The rear control panel cannot be used by voice control. See the navigation section in your vehicle can also be operated by a second row passenger to adjust the rear A/C. With the dial in this position, OFF no air flows to the rear vents. Turning the dial clockwise changes the fan speed to adjust the rear fan speed, airflow, and temperature. 216 2008 Odyssey Using the Rear A/C Unit On...
... with the rear control panel. The rear control panel cannot be used by voice control. See the navigation section in your vehicle can also be operated by a second row passenger to adjust the rear A/C. With the dial in this position, OFF no air flows to the rear vents. Turning the dial clockwise changes the fan speed to adjust the rear fan speed, airflow, and temperature. 216 2008 Odyssey Using the Rear A/C Unit On...
Owner's Manual
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... is selected, air flows from the rear ceiling vents. Features TEMPERATURE CONTROL BUTTON FAN CONTROL BUTTON Pressing the OFF button shuts off . The level of the fan speed is off the rear climate control system. Each time you adjust is shown in the REAR LOCK button on the front control panel is shown in automatic operation mode. When is divided between the rear floor vents and rear ceiling vents...
... is selected, air flows from the rear ceiling vents. Features TEMPERATURE CONTROL BUTTON FAN CONTROL BUTTON Pressing the OFF button shuts off . The level of the fan speed is off the rear climate control system. Each time you adjust is shown in the REAR LOCK button on the front control panel is shown in automatic operation mode. When is divided between the rear floor vents and rear ceiling vents...
Owner's Manual
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... store a full size wheel and tire, and page 458 for your vehicle and trailer. Ask your trailer sales or rental agency if any other items are recommended or required for your vehicle. 401 2008 Odyssey Break-In Period Driving Avoid towing a trailer during your vehicle, it could adversely affect vehicle handling. Spare Tires Additional Towing Equipment When towing a trailer, we recommend that came with your vehicle's first 600 miles (1,000 km) (see...
... store a full size wheel and tire, and page 458 for your vehicle and trailer. Ask your trailer sales or rental agency if any other items are recommended or required for your vehicle. 401 2008 Odyssey Break-In Period Driving Avoid towing a trailer during your vehicle, it could adversely affect vehicle handling. Spare Tires Additional Towing Equipment When towing a trailer, we recommend that came with your vehicle's first 600 miles (1,000 km) (see...
Owner's Manual
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... the fuel tank with trailers. Towing Speeds and Gears Drive slower than normal in good condition. You may sway or affect vehicle handling. 402 2008 Odyssey The hitch, safety chains, and any other attachments are within limits. The lights and brakes on level roads. At higher speeds, the trailer may want to check the following: The vehicle has been properly serviced, and the suspension, cooling system, and lights are working properly. The trailer has been properly serviced and...
... the fuel tank with trailers. Towing Speeds and Gears Drive slower than normal in good condition. You may sway or affect vehicle handling. 402 2008 Odyssey The hitch, safety chains, and any other attachments are within limits. The lights and brakes on level roads. At higher speeds, the trailer may want to check the following: The vehicle has been properly serviced, and the suspension, cooling system, and lights are working properly. The trailer has been properly serviced and...
Owner's Manual
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... and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots Suspension components Driveshaft boots Brake hoses and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Replace dust and pollen filter If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of fluids Exhaust system Fuel...
... and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots Suspension components Driveshaft boots Brake hoses and lines (including ABS) All fluid levels and condition of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Replace dust and pollen filter If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of fluids Exhaust system Fuel...
Owner's Manual
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......136 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ...429 Turning on ...136 Headphones...315 Head Restraints ...171 Heated Mirror ...192 Heater, Seat ...183 Heating and Cooling ...210 High Altitude, Starting at ...377 High-Low Beam Switch ...135 HomeLink Universal Transceiver...322 Hood, Opening the ...362 Horn ...4, 133 I H Halogen Headlight Bulbs...429 HandsFreeLink ...325 Hazard Warning Flashers...140 Headlights ...136 Aiming ...429 Identification Number, Vehicle...484 Ignition Keys...142 Switch ...144 Timing Control System ...496 Immobilizer System...143 G Gas Mileage...
......136 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ...429 Turning on ...136 Headphones...315 Head Restraints ...171 Heated Mirror ...192 Heater, Seat ...183 Heating and Cooling ...210 High Altitude, Starting at ...377 High-Low Beam Switch ...135 HomeLink Universal Transceiver...322 Hood, Opening the ...362 Horn ...4, 133 I H Halogen Headlight Bulbs...429 HandsFreeLink ...325 Hazard Warning Flashers...140 Headlights ...136 Aiming ...429 Identification Number, Vehicle...484 Ignition Keys...142 Switch ...144 Timing Control System ...496 Immobilizer System...143 G Gas Mileage...
Owner's Manual
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...282 Remote Control (RES) ...312 Remote Transmitter ...145 Removing the Second Row Seats ...177 Replacement Information Engine Oil and Filter ...420 Fuses ...474 Light Bulbs ...429 Timing Belt ...428 Tires ...446 Wiper Blades ...437 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ...24 Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant ...364, 422 Retractable Center Tray ...195 Reverse Gear Position...379 Roof Rack ...373 Rotation, Tire ...445 S Safety Belts...8, 21 Safety Defects, Reporting...504 Safety Features ...7 Airbags ...9 Seat Belts ...8 Safety Labels, Location of ...61 Safety Messages ...ii INDEX CONTINUED VII 2008...
...282 Remote Control (RES) ...312 Remote Transmitter ...145 Removing the Second Row Seats ...177 Replacement Information Engine Oil and Filter ...420 Fuses ...474 Light Bulbs ...429 Timing Belt ...428 Tires ...446 Wiper Blades ...437 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ...24 Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant ...364, 422 Retractable Center Tray ...195 Reverse Gear Position...379 Roof Rack ...373 Rotation, Tire ...445 S Safety Belts...8, 21 Safety Defects, Reporting...504 Safety Features ...7 Airbags ...9 Seat Belts ...8 Safety Labels, Location of ...61 Safety Messages ...ii INDEX CONTINUED VII 2008...
Owner's Manual
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... Seat Access ...174 Security System ...318 Sensors Front Passenger's Weight Sensors...30 Driver's Seat Position Sensor ...30 Serial Number ...484 Service Intervals ...407 Service Manual ...505 Service Station Procedure ...361 Setting the Clock ...281 Shift Lever Position Indicators ...378 Shift Lock Release ...381 Side Airbags ...9, 31 Off Indicator ...35, 68 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement ...431 Signaling Turns ...136 Sliding Doors ...161 Snow Tires ...447 Sound System ...221 Spare Tire Inflating ...457 Specifications ...487 Specifications Charts...486 Speed Control...
... Seat Access ...174 Security System ...318 Sensors Front Passenger's Weight Sensors...30 Driver's Seat Position Sensor ...30 Serial Number ...484 Service Intervals ...407 Service Manual ...505 Service Station Procedure ...361 Setting the Clock ...281 Shift Lever Position Indicators ...378 Shift Lock Release ...381 Side Airbags ...9, 31 Off Indicator ...35, 68 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement ...431 Signaling Turns ...136 Sliding Doors ...161 Snow Tires ...447 Sound System ...221 Spare Tire Inflating ...457 Specifications ...487 Specifications Charts...486 Speed Control...
Owner's Manual
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... ...444 Labeling ...490 Replacing ...446 Rotating...445 Service Life ...445 Snow ...447 Specifications ...487 Tire Chains ...447 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...388, 391 Tools, Tire Changing ...458 Towing A Trailer ...396 Emergency Wrecker ...480 Equipment and Accessories ...398 Weight Limit ...396 Trailer Loading ...396 Trailer Towing Tips...402 Transmission Checking Fluid Level ...425 Fluid Selection...426 Identification Number...485 Shifting the Automatic ...378 Treadwear ...488 Trip Meter ...78, 86 Turn Signals ...136 U Unexpected...
... ...444 Labeling ...490 Replacing ...446 Rotating...445 Service Life ...445 Snow ...447 Specifications ...487 Tire Chains ...447 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...388, 391 Tools, Tire Changing ...458 Towing A Trailer ...396 Emergency Wrecker ...480 Equipment and Accessories ...398 Weight Limit ...396 Trailer Loading ...396 Trailer Towing Tips...402 Transmission Checking Fluid Level ...425 Fluid Selection...426 Identification Number...485 Shifting the Automatic ...378 Treadwear ...488 Trip Meter ...78, 86 Turn Signals ...136 U Unexpected...