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...are not on your vehicle. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of approval for vehicles sold . This owner's manual is sold in the United States and Canada. Navigation Key QRG TOC 2012 Odyssey 2 Safe Driving P. 25 ...some , but not all, models. This owner's manual covers all models Home Book Table of Contents 00X31-TK8-6101 © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - Images throughout this publication were in effect at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation. All Rights Reserved...
...are not on your vehicle. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of approval for vehicles sold . This owner's manual is sold in the United States and Canada. Navigation Key QRG TOC 2012 Odyssey 2 Safe Driving P. 25 ...some , but not all, models. This owner's manual covers all models Home Book Table of Contents 00X31-TK8-6101 © 2011 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - Images throughout this publication were in effect at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation. All Rights Reserved...
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...For both advanced front airbags to work properly: • Do not spill any liquid on the floor. uu Airbags u Front Airbags (SRS) 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Advanced Airbags Your front airbags have advanced features to help reduce the likelihood of a child (up to about 65 lbs or ... sensors. 2 Floor Mats P. 386 TOC Safe Driving Driver's Seat Position Sensor The passenger's advanced front airbag system has weight sensors. Although Honda recommends against carrying an infant or small child in front, if the sensors detect the weight of airbag related injuries to the floor mat anchor...
...For both advanced front airbags to work properly: • Do not spill any liquid on the floor. uu Airbags u Front Airbags (SRS) 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Advanced Airbags Your front airbags have advanced features to help reduce the likelihood of a child (up to about 65 lbs or ... sensors. 2 Floor Mats P. 386 TOC Safe Driving Driver's Seat Position Sensor The passenger's advanced front airbag system has weight sensors. Although Honda recommends against carrying an infant or small child in front, if the sensors detect the weight of airbag related injuries to the floor mat anchor...
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... inspect the following situations: 1 Airbag Care 2012 Odyssey QRG We recommend against the use of salvaged airbag system components, including the airbag, tensioners, sensors, and control unit. However, you should not, perform any maintenance on or replace any airbag system components yourself. vehicles, American Honda Automobile Customer Service at 888-9-HONDA-9. Index Home 53
... inspect the following situations: 1 Airbag Care 2012 Odyssey QRG We recommend against the use of salvaged airbag system components, including the airbag, tensioners, sensors, and control unit. However, you should not, perform any maintenance on or replace any airbag system components yourself. vehicles, American Honda Automobile Customer Service at 888-9-HONDA-9. Index Home 53
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.... Your selection will appear. u The screen will return to select Choose Wallpaper on the wallpaper setup menu, then press . u You can also select Default Wallpaper (Honda logo) or Clock on all models Continued 95 QRG TOC Instrument Panel ■ Choose wallpaper 1. u The screen will appear. 3. The preview of the imported data... delete and press u The confirmation message will change to the wallpaper list. 2. Rotate to select OK, then press . uu Gauges and Displays u Audio/Information Screen * 2012 Odyssey 6.
.... Your selection will appear. u The screen will return to select Choose Wallpaper on the wallpaper setup menu, then press . u You can also select Default Wallpaper (Honda logo) or Clock on all models Continued 95 QRG TOC Instrument Panel ■ Choose wallpaper 1. u The screen will appear. 3. The preview of the imported data... delete and press u The confirmation message will change to the wallpaper list. 2. Rotate to select OK, then press . uu Gauges and Displays u Audio/Information Screen * 2012 Odyssey 6.
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...parked on the remote transmitter for about one second. Index Home 122 * Not available on the tailgate. 1 Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate 2012 Odyssey ■ The power tailgate can be opened when: • The tailgate is fully closed before you close the tailgate. uu Opening and...dashboard, or pressing the button on all the doors are locked, the power tailgate locks automatically. Installing aftermarket components other than genuine Honda accessories on the remote transmitter for about one second. If you start the vehicle. • Press and hold the tailgate button ...
...parked on the remote transmitter for about one second. Index Home 122 * Not available on the tailgate. 1 Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate 2012 Odyssey ■ The power tailgate can be opened when: • The tailgate is fully closed before you close the tailgate. uu Opening and...dashboard, or pressing the button on all the doors are locked, the power tailgate locks automatically. Installing aftermarket components other than genuine Honda accessories on the remote transmitter for about one second. If you start the vehicle. • Press and hold the tailgate button ...
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...you enter an incorrect digit, continue to retrieve the serial number and obtain the code at Owner Link (owners.honda.com.), and find out about your vehicle. models TOC Features You can find information on the audio/ information... screen. 3. You can register the security code at radio-navicode.honda.com. If the control unit fails to recognize, ENTER CODE appears on how to the last digit, then try...the battery is disconnected or goes dead. 1 Audio System Theft Protection 2012 Odyssey ■ Reactivating the audio system 1.
...you enter an incorrect digit, continue to retrieve the serial number and obtain the code at Owner Link (owners.honda.com.), and find out about your vehicle. models TOC Features You can find information on the audio/ information... screen. 3. You can register the security code at radio-navicode.honda.com. If the control unit fails to recognize, ENTER CODE appears on how to the last digit, then try...the battery is disconnected or goes dead. 1 Audio System Theft Protection 2012 Odyssey ■ Reactivating the audio system 1.
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uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing CD Library 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Other CD Library Setup Menu 1. Rotate to ... version information. Insert the update disc into the disc slot that includes the update. 2. Canada: Visit www.honda.ca. Press to select CD Library Setup. Once you perform an update, any information you want to select ... start updating. . 1 To update Gracenote® album info To acquire updated files: Consult a dealer US: Visit www.honda.com. Press the SETUP button. 2. Update Album Info DB: 2 To update Gracenote® Album Info TOC Features 3. ...
uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing CD Library 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Other CD Library Setup Menu 1. Rotate to ... version information. Insert the update disc into the disc slot that includes the update. 2. Canada: Visit www.honda.ca. Press to select CD Library Setup. Once you perform an update, any information you want to select ... start updating. . 1 To update Gracenote® album info To acquire updated files: Consult a dealer US: Visit www.honda.com. Press the SETUP button. 2. Update Album Info DB: 2 To update Gracenote® Album Info TOC Features 3. ...
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... are compatible with the system. uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing Bluetooth® Audio QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ To Play Bluetooth® Audio Files 1. Press the AUX button. You can find an approved phone by visiting www.handsfreelink.honda.com, or by calling the HandsFreeLink® consumer support at (888) 528-7876. In...
... are compatible with the system. uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing Bluetooth® Audio QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ To Play Bluetooth® Audio Files 1. Press the AUX button. You can find an approved phone by visiting www.handsfreelink.honda.com, or by calling the HandsFreeLink® consumer support at (888) 528-7876. In...
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Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®* 2012 Odyssey Models with navigation system QRG 1 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® For models with a stored voice tag. (Back) button: Press to cancel a command. Selector knob: Rotate to ... Phone screen. Continued 259 Models without handling your cell phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing procedures, and special feature capabilities: • U.S.: Visit www.handsfreelink.honda.com, or call (888) 528-7876. • Canada: Visit www.handsfreelink.ca, or call a number with the navigation system, see Navigation System Manual for how...
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®* 2012 Odyssey Models with navigation system QRG 1 Bluetooth HandsFreeLink ® ® For models with a stored voice tag. (Back) button: Press to cancel a command. Selector knob: Rotate to ... Phone screen. Continued 259 Models without handling your cell phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing procedures, and special feature capabilities: • U.S.: Visit www.handsfreelink.honda.com, or call (888) 528-7876. • Canada: Visit www.handsfreelink.ca, or call a number with the navigation system, see Navigation System Manual for how...
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Roam Status Signal Strength HFL Mode Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Bluetooth® name and logos are those of such marks by Honda Motors Co., Ltd., is under license. It will resume when the call on HFL will interrupt the audio system when it.... 1 HFL Status Display The information that appears on the multiinformation display varies between phone models. uu Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®* u Using HFL QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ HFL Status Display Bluetooth Indicator Comes on when your phone is connected to English, French, or Spanish. 2 Customized Features P. 101 Index Home...
Roam Status Signal Strength HFL Mode Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Bluetooth® name and logos are those of such marks by Honda Motors Co., Ltd., is under license. It will resume when the call on HFL will interrupt the audio system when it.... 1 HFL Status Display The information that appears on the multiinformation display varies between phone models. uu Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®* u Using HFL QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ HFL Status Display Bluetooth Indicator Comes on when your phone is connected to English, French, or Spanish. 2 Customized Features P. 101 Index Home...
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...trailer brakes to tow. Consult the trailer maker for what kind of sway control you plan to your vehicle from a dealer. When using non-Honda trailer lighting harness and converter, get wet. If you choose electric brakes, be sure they are common for boat trailers, since the brakes ...trailer tends to install it will get the connector and pins for your vehicle's hydraulic system, as it . uu Towing a Trailer u Towing Preparation 2012 Odyssey ■ Trailer brakes Recommended for any trailer with a total weight of 1,000 lbs (450 kg) or more: There are shown in the image.
...trailer brakes to tow. Consult the trailer maker for what kind of sway control you plan to your vehicle from a dealer. When using non-Honda trailer lighting harness and converter, get wet. If you choose electric brakes, be sure they are common for boat trailers, since the brakes ...trailer tends to install it will get the connector and pins for your vehicle's hydraulic system, as it . uu Towing a Trailer u Towing Preparation 2012 Odyssey ■ Trailer brakes Recommended for any trailer with a total weight of 1,000 lbs (450 kg) or more: There are shown in the image.
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...of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic knocking noise that can lead to engine damage. 1 Fuel Information NOTICE 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Top tier detergent gasoline Because the level of detergency and additives in gasoline vary in order to maintain good performance,... gasoline containing detergent additives that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based fuel additives such as ethanol. In addition, in the market, Honda endorses the use gasoline containing methanol. If this happens, contact a dealer for service. Use of your instrument panel to come ...
...of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic knocking noise that can lead to engine damage. 1 Fuel Information NOTICE 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Top tier detergent gasoline Because the level of detergency and additives in gasoline vary in order to maintain good performance,... gasoline containing detergent additives that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based fuel additives such as ethanol. In addition, in the market, Honda endorses the use gasoline containing methanol. If this happens, contact a dealer for service. Use of your instrument panel to come ...
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... station pump on the left corner of metallic additives. u The fuel fill door opens. In Canada, visit www.honda.ca for your engine and emission control system. Pull 1 How to Refuel QRG 2012 Odyssey Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met "TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline" standards at...
... station pump on the left corner of metallic additives. u The fuel fill door opens. In Canada, visit www.honda.ca for your engine and emission control system. Pull 1 How to Refuel QRG 2012 Odyssey Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met "TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline" standards at...
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...sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits or interfere with proper operation of your vehicle. 2 Fuses P. 411 1 Accessories and Modifications 2012 Odyssey QRG 3 WARNING Improper accessories or modifications can be affected. They can obstruct your view and delay your vehicle's handling, stability, and ...performance, and cause a crash in which you can affect your reaction to ensure proper operation on the windshield. Honda Genuine accessories are recommended to driving conditions. • Do not install accessories on the side pillars or across the side windows...
...sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits or interfere with proper operation of your vehicle. 2 Fuses P. 411 1 Accessories and Modifications 2012 Odyssey QRG 3 WARNING Improper accessories or modifications can be affected. They can obstruct your view and delay your vehicle's handling, stability, and ...performance, and cause a crash in which you can affect your reaction to ensure proper operation on the windshield. Honda Genuine accessories are recommended to driving conditions. • Do not install accessories on the side pillars or across the side windows...
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... want to perform complex maintenance tasks that require more skills and tools, you can purchase a subscription to the Service Express website at www.techinfo.honda.com. 2 Authorized Manuals P. 429 If you want to perform maintenance yourself, make sure that are "certified" to the separate maintenance booklet for..., update the records in effect.) Refer to EPA standards. According to state and federal regulations, failure to keep your emissions warranties. models 2012 Odyssey Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be performed in good condition.
... want to perform complex maintenance tasks that require more skills and tools, you can purchase a subscription to the Service Express website at www.techinfo.honda.com. 2 Authorized Manuals P. 429 If you want to perform maintenance yourself, make sure that are "certified" to the separate maintenance booklet for..., update the records in effect.) Refer to EPA standards. According to state and federal regulations, failure to keep your emissions warranties. models 2012 Odyssey Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be performed in good condition.
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Honda genuine parts are manufactured according to the same high quality standards used in Maintenance Service The use of Honda genuine parts and fluids is recommended when maintaining and servicing your vehicle. uu Before Performing Maintenance u Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service QRG Parts and Fluids Used in Honda vehicles. 2012 Odyssey TOC Maintenance Index Home 334
Honda genuine parts are manufactured according to the same high quality standards used in Maintenance Service The use of Honda genuine parts and fluids is recommended when maintaining and servicing your vehicle. uu Before Performing Maintenance u Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service QRG Parts and Fluids Used in Honda vehicles. 2012 Odyssey TOC Maintenance Index Home 334
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...a major contributor to your engine's performance and longevity. Use a Genuine Honda Motor Oil or another commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for the ambient temperature as shown. 1 Recommended Engine Oil 2012 Odyssey QRG Engine Oil Additives Your vehicle does not require oil additives. uu ...Maintenance Under the Hood u Recommended Engine Oil Recommended Engine Oil • Genuine Honda Motor Oil • Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil...
...a major contributor to your engine's performance and longevity. Use a Genuine Honda Motor Oil or another commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for the ambient temperature as shown. 1 Recommended Engine Oil 2012 Odyssey QRG Engine Oil Additives Your vehicle does not require oil additives. uu ...Maintenance Under the Hood u Recommended Engine Oil Recommended Engine Oil • Genuine Honda Motor Oil • Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil...
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Specifications QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Vehicle Specifications Model No. of Passengers: Front Rear 2nd Row 3rd Row Total Weights: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gross Axle Weight Rating (Front) Gross ... Map Lights (Front) Map Lights (Rear) Cargo Area Light Vanity Mirror Lights Door Courtesy Lights Glove Box Light Foot Light*1 *1: Not available on all models Honda Odyssey 2 3 (2*1) 3 8 (7*1) U.S.: 6,019 lbs (2,730 kg) Canada: 2,730 kg U.S.: 2,910 lbs (1,320 kg) Canada: 1,320 kg U.S.: 3,197 lbs (1,450 kg) Canada: 1,450 kg U.S.: 8,477 lbs (3,845 kg...
Specifications QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Vehicle Specifications Model No. of Passengers: Front Rear 2nd Row 3rd Row Total Weights: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gross Axle Weight Rating (Front) Gross ... Map Lights (Front) Map Lights (Rear) Cargo Area Light Vanity Mirror Lights Door Courtesy Lights Glove Box Light Foot Light*1 *1: Not available on all models Honda Odyssey 2 3 (2*1) 3 8 (7*1) U.S.: 6,019 lbs (2,730 kg) Canada: 2,730 kg U.S.: 2,910 lbs (1,320 kg) Canada: 1,320 kg U.S.: 3,197 lbs (1,450 kg) Canada: 1,450 kg U.S.: 8,477 lbs (3,845 kg...
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provides prorated coverage for as long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle. Please read the 2012 Honda warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on warranty coverages. Your vehicle's original tires ...are covered by their manufacturer. Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty - Restrictions and exclusions apply to the 2012 warranty manual that came with your vehicle. TOC Index Home 428 Information provides coverage for a replacement battery purchased from a dealer. uu Warranty...
provides prorated coverage for as long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle. Please read the 2012 Honda warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on warranty coverages. Your vehicle's original tires ...are covered by their manufacturer. Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty - Restrictions and exclusions apply to the 2012 warranty manual that came with your vehicle. TOC Index Home 428 Information provides coverage for a replacement battery purchased from a dealer. uu Warranty...
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... Description Form Number 61TK801 2012 Honda Odyssey Service Manual 61TK801EL 2012 Honda Odyssey Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 61TK830 2011 Model Series Honda Odyssey Body Repair Manual 31TK8610 2012 Honda Odyssey Owner's Manual 31TK8810 2012 Honda Odyssey Navigation System Owner's Manual 31TK8M10 2012 Honda Odyssey Service History 31TK8A10 2012 Honda Odyssey Technology Reference Guide (LX/EX) 31TK8B10 2012 Honda Odyssey Technology Reference Guide (EX-L/EX-L RES) 31TK8C10 2012 Honda Odyssey Technology Reference Guide (EX-L Navi) 2012 Honda Odyssey Technology Reference Guide...
... Description Form Number 61TK801 2012 Honda Odyssey Service Manual 61TK801EL 2012 Honda Odyssey Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 61TK830 2011 Model Series Honda Odyssey Body Repair Manual 31TK8610 2012 Honda Odyssey Owner's Manual 31TK8810 2012 Honda Odyssey Navigation System Owner's Manual 31TK8M10 2012 Honda Odyssey Service History 31TK8A10 2012 Honda Odyssey Technology Reference Guide (LX/EX) 31TK8B10 2012 Honda Odyssey Technology Reference Guide (EX-L/EX-L RES) 31TK8C10 2012 Honda Odyssey Technology Reference Guide (EX-L Navi) 2012 Honda Odyssey Technology Reference Guide...