Owner's Manual
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... vehicle when it is for printing. All Rights Reserved Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of approval for vehicles sold . Navigation Key QRG TOC 2012 Odyssey 2 Safe Driving P. 25 For Safe Driving P. 26...models Home Book Table of Contents Index 2 Handling the Unexpected P. 389 Tools P. 390 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 391 Overheating P. 404 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 406 When You Cannot Open or Close the Tailgate P. 418 Index Home Index 2 Information P. 419 Specifications P. 420 Warranty Coverages P....
... vehicle when it is for printing. All Rights Reserved Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at the time of approval for vehicles sold . Navigation Key QRG TOC 2012 Odyssey 2 Safe Driving P. 25 For Safe Driving P. 26...models Home Book Table of Contents Index 2 Handling the Unexpected P. 389 Tools P. 390 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 391 Overheating P. 404 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 406 When You Cannot Open or Close the Tailgate P. 418 Index Home Index 2 Information P. 419 Specifications P. 420 Warranty Coverages P....
Owner's Manual
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... cap back on or off, press and hold the button until it clicks at least once. VSA® OFF Button (P307) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey ● The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system helps stabilize the vehicle during cornering, and helps maintain traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road...
... cap back on or off, press and hold the button until it clicks at least once. VSA® OFF Button (P307) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey ● The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system helps stabilize the vehicle during cornering, and helps maintain traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road...
Owner's Manual
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... Overheating (P404) ● Park in under the hood, open the hood, and let the engine cool down. Handling the Unexpected QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey (P389) Flat Tire (P391) ● Park in a safe location and replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire in a safe location. Indicators... Come On (P 406) ● Identify the indicator and consult the owner's manual. Blown Fuse (P411) ● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical device ...
... Overheating (P404) ● Park in under the hood, open the hood, and let the engine cool down. Handling the Unexpected QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey (P389) Flat Tire (P391) ● Park in a safe location and replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire in a safe location. Indicators... Come On (P 406) ● Identify the indicator and consult the owner's manual. Blown Fuse (P411) ● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical device ...
Owner's Manual
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... shoulder part of a lap/shoulder seat belt under your arm or behind your back. This is fastened, a beeper will sound and the indicator will also come on. Index Home * Not available on . Devices intended to ON (w . QRG TOC Safe Driving ■ Seat Belt Reminder * 1 Seat Belt Reminder ...the indicator will remain on all models Continued 31 When no one is turned to retract completely. uu Seat Belts u About Your Seat Belts 2012 Odyssey ■ Proper use of seat belts Follow these guidelines for the duration of the trip. If they do, they could cause very serious ...
... shoulder part of a lap/shoulder seat belt under your arm or behind your back. This is fastened, a beeper will sound and the indicator will also come on. Index Home * Not available on . Devices intended to ON (w . QRG TOC Safe Driving ■ Seat Belt Reminder * 1 Seat Belt Reminder ...the indicator will remain on all models Continued 31 When no one is turned to retract completely. uu Seat Belts u About Your Seat Belts 2012 Odyssey ■ Proper use of seat belts Follow these guidelines for the duration of the trip. If they do, they could cause very serious ...
Owner's Manual
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.... The front seats are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners to -severe side impact, the tensioner on . uu Seat Belts u About Your Seat Belts QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners TOC Safe Driving 1 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The seat belt tensioners can only operate once. The tensioners automatically tighten the... front seat belts during a moderate-tosevere frontal collision, sometimes even if the collision is activated, the SRS indicator will come on that side of the vehicle also activates.
.... The front seats are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners to -severe side impact, the tensioner on . uu Seat Belts u About Your Seat Belts QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners TOC Safe Driving 1 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The seat belt tensioners can only operate once. The tensioners automatically tighten the... front seat belts during a moderate-tosevere frontal collision, sometimes even if the collision is activated, the SRS indicator will come on that side of the vehicle also activates.
Owner's Manual
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... of the driver's seating position. Passenger's Seat Weight Sensors Index Home 45 Although Honda recommends against carrying an infant or small child in front, if the sensors detect the... passenger's seat is a problem with the driver's seat position sensor, the SRS indicator will come on the floor. An improperly placed mat can interfere with full (normal) force, regardless of... Airbags If there is hooked to the floor mat anchor. uu Airbags u Front Airbags (SRS) 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Advanced Airbags Your front airbags have advanced features to help reduce the likelihood of ...
... of the driver's seating position. Passenger's Seat Weight Sensors Index Home 45 Although Honda recommends against carrying an infant or small child in front, if the sensors detect the... passenger's seat is a problem with the driver's seat position sensor, the SRS indicator will come on the floor. An improperly placed mat can interfere with full (normal) force, regardless of... Airbags If there is hooked to the floor mat anchor. uu Airbags u Front Airbags (SRS) 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Advanced Airbags Your front airbags have advanced features to help reduce the likelihood of ...
Owner's Manual
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..., the side airbag will automatically be injured by an inflating side airbag, the passenger side airbag is automatically turned off indicator comes on . 2 Side Airbag Off Indicator P. 52 Sensor that a front passenger may be turned on, and the indicator will go off indicator... comes on , have the child sit properly restrained in the front passenger seat. • The position sensor detects that monitor the passenger's height. Index Home 48 uu Airbags u Side Airbags QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Side Airbag Cutoff System TOC Safe Driving 1...
..., the side airbag will automatically be injured by an inflating side airbag, the passenger side airbag is automatically turned off indicator comes on . 2 Side Airbag Off Indicator P. 52 Sensor that a front passenger may be turned on, and the indicator will go off indicator... comes on , have the child sit properly restrained in the front passenger seat. • The position sensor detects that monitor the passenger's height. Index Home 48 uu Airbags u Side Airbags QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Side Airbag Cutoff System TOC Safe Driving 1...
Owner's Manual
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...then goes off. If the indicator comes on at any other time, or does not come on and a message appears on all , have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible. Index Home 50 * Not available on the multi-information display *. 2012 Odyssey 1 SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)... Indicator TOC Safe Driving 3 WARNING Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in the airbag system, the SRS indicator will come on at all models Have your airbags and seat belt tensioners ...
...then goes off. If the indicator comes on at any other time, or does not come on and a message appears on all , have the system checked by a dealer as soon as possible. Index Home 50 * Not available on the multi-information display *. 2012 Odyssey 1 SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)... Indicator TOC Safe Driving 3 WARNING Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in the airbag system, the SRS indicator will come on at all models Have your airbags and seat belt tensioners ...
Owner's Manual
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uu Airbags u Airbag System Indicators 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Passenger Airbag Off Indicator U.S. 1 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator If the indicator comes on with no front passenger and no objects on the passenger's seat, or with an adult riding there, something may come on and goes off repeatedly if the total ...of these conditions exist, have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as : ■ When the passenger airbag off indicator comes on The indicator comes on the seat. Objects placed on the seat can also cause the indicator to alert you that the passenger's front airbag has been...
uu Airbags u Airbag System Indicators 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Passenger Airbag Off Indicator U.S. 1 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator If the indicator comes on with no front passenger and no objects on the passenger's seat, or with an adult riding there, something may come on and goes off repeatedly if the total ...of these conditions exist, have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as : ■ When the passenger airbag off indicator comes on The indicator comes on the seat. Objects placed on the seat can also cause the indicator to alert you that the passenger's front airbag has been...
Owner's Manual
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...'s deployment path. uu Airbags u Airbag System Indicators QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Side Airbag Off Indicator TOC Safe Driving 1 Side Airbag Off Indicator When you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , the indicator should go out. If it doesn't come on all models Canada This indicator comes on while driving without a passenger in the front...
...'s deployment path. uu Airbags u Airbag System Indicators QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Side Airbag Off Indicator TOC Safe Driving 1 Side Airbag Off Indicator When you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , the indicator should go out. If it doesn't come on all models Canada This indicator comes on while driving without a passenger in the front...
Owner's Manual
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... using a tether whenever one is installed with a seat belt and comes with a tether can provide additional security to its highest position, then route the tether strap through the head restraint legs. uu Child Safety u Safety of Infants and Small Children QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Adding Security with a Tether TOC Safe Driving Third row...
... using a tether whenever one is installed with a seat belt and comes with a tether can provide additional security to its highest position, then route the tether strap through the head restraint legs. uu Child Safety u Safety of Infants and Small Children QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Adding Security with a Tether TOC Safe Driving Third row...
Owner's Manual
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They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury or death. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. Safety Labels Label Locations 2012 Odyssey QRG These labels are in the locations shown. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact a dealer for the U.S. models Canadian models U.S. Sun Visor Doorjambs TOC Safe Driving U.S. models Dashboard U.S. models only Canadian models Radiator Cap Index Home 69 Read these labels carefully.
They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury or death. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for a replacement. Safety Labels Label Locations 2012 Odyssey QRG These labels are in the locations shown. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact a dealer for the U.S. models Canadian models U.S. Sun Visor Doorjambs TOC Safe Driving U.S. models Dashboard U.S. models only Canadian models Radiator Cap Index Home 69 Read these labels carefully.
Owner's Manual
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...2012 Odyssey Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on when the brake fluid level is low. Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off when it is released. Instrument Panel ● Canada Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ● Comes on if there is low. ● Explanation Comes... on all models Comes on along with the ABS indicator - Make sure the parking brake is applied...
...2012 Odyssey Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on when the brake fluid level is low. Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off when it is released. Instrument Panel ● Canada Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ● Comes on if there is low. ● Explanation Comes... on all models Comes on along with the ABS indicator - Make sure the parking brake is applied...
Owner's Manual
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...the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks P. 407 ● Charging System Indicator ● Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , and goes off either when the engine starts or after several seconds if the engine is not started. uu Indicators u 2012 Odyssey Indicator Name ●... QRG On/Blinking Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , and goes off when the engine starts. If "readiness codes...
...the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks P. 407 ● Charging System Indicator ● Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , and goes off either when the engine starts or after several seconds if the engine is not started. uu Indicators u 2012 Odyssey Indicator Name ●... QRG On/Blinking Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , and goes off when the engine starts. If "readiness codes...
Owner's Manual
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... for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off. ● Comes on for a few seconds when you press the D3/ D4 button while the shift lever is in (D . Explanation Message * TOC Instrument Panel ...* Not available on all models Avoid sudden starts and acceleration and have the vehicle checked by a dealer immediately. uu Indicators u QRG 2012 Odyssey Indicator Models with D4 button Shift Lever Position Indicator 2 Shifting P. 301 - ● Transmission Indicator ● Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off.
... for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off. ● Comes on for a few seconds when you press the D3/ D4 button while the shift lever is in (D . Explanation Message * TOC Instrument Panel ...* Not available on all models Avoid sudden starts and acceleration and have the vehicle checked by a dealer immediately. uu Indicators u QRG 2012 Odyssey Indicator Models with D4 button Shift Lever Position Indicator 2 Shifting P. 301 - ● Transmission Indicator ● Comes on when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off.
Owner's Manual
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...their seat belts. Blinks - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. If it comes on at regular intervals. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. uu Indicators u 2012 Odyssey Indicator Name ● QRG On/Blinking Comes on and the beeper sounds if you are not wearing a seat belt when ... Reminder P. 31 Message * ● TOC Instrument Panel Seat Belt Reminder Indicator ● ● ● Low Fuel Indicator Indicator ● ● Comes on constantly - Stays on - If the front passenger is running low (approximately 3.0 U.S. Stays on , your vehicle as soon as possible.
...their seat belts. Blinks - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. If it comes on at regular intervals. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. uu Indicators u 2012 Odyssey Indicator Name ● QRG On/Blinking Comes on and the beeper sounds if you are not wearing a seat belt when ... Reminder P. 31 Message * ● TOC Instrument Panel Seat Belt Reminder Indicator ● ● ● Low Fuel Indicator Indicator ● ● Comes on constantly - Stays on - If the front passenger is running low (approximately 3.0 U.S. Stays on , your vehicle as soon as possible.
Owner's Manual
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...curtain airbag system - Blinks when VSA® is detected: - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. Side airbag system - Seat belt tensioner Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off . Message * TOC Instrument Panel Supplemental Restraint ...174; (Vehicle Stability Assist) System Indicator Stays on constantly - Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off . uu Indicators u QRG 2012 Odyssey Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on for a few seconds when you deactivate VSA®. ●...
...curtain airbag system - Blinks when VSA® is detected: - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. Side airbag system - Seat belt tensioner Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off . Message * TOC Instrument Panel Supplemental Restraint ...174; (Vehicle Stability Assist) System Indicator Stays on constantly - Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off . uu Indicators u QRG 2012 Odyssey Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on for a few seconds when you deactivate VSA®. ●...
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...switch to ON (w , then goes off. Check if the area around the sensor(s) is a problem with the parking sensor system. uu Indicators u 2012 Odyssey Indicator Name ● QRG On/Blinking Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off...Daytime Running Lights Indicator * ● Index Home * Not available on for a few seconds when you are closed . Comes on when an obstacle is a problem with mud, ice, snow, etc. Comes on if any door or the tailgate is opened while driving. Message * Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ● TOC ...
...switch to ON (w , then goes off. Check if the area around the sensor(s) is a problem with the parking sensor system. uu Indicators u 2012 Odyssey Indicator Name ● QRG On/Blinking Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off...Daytime Running Lights Indicator * ● Index Home * Not available on for a few seconds when you are closed . Comes on when an obstacle is a problem with mud, ice, snow, etc. Comes on if any door or the tailgate is opened while driving. Message * Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ● TOC ...
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... vehicle as soon as you can . Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate the tire(s) if necessary. uu Indicators u QRG 2012 Odyssey Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w . If the vehicle is temporarily installed. ● Explanation Stays on constantly...
... vehicle as soon as you can . Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate the tire(s) if necessary. uu Indicators u QRG 2012 Odyssey Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w . If the vehicle is temporarily installed. ● Explanation Stays on constantly...
Owner's Manual
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...high beam headlights are on , press the / (information) button to ON (w , then goes off. uu Indicators u 2012 Odyssey Indicator Name ● QRG On/Blinking Comes on for the message. Take the appropriate action for a few seconds when you press the hazard warning button, both indicators and... High Beam Indicator Lights On Indicator ● - ● - ● If you operate the turn the ignition switch to see the message again. Comes on , a chime sounds when the driver's door is pressed. Refer to the normal screen unless the warning is canceled, or the / (information) button...
...high beam headlights are on , press the / (information) button to ON (w , then goes off. uu Indicators u 2012 Odyssey Indicator Name ● QRG On/Blinking Comes on for the message. Take the appropriate action for a few seconds when you press the hazard warning button, both indicators and... High Beam Indicator Lights On Indicator ● - ● - ● If you operate the turn the ignition switch to see the message again. Comes on , a chime sounds when the driver's door is pressed. Refer to the normal screen unless the warning is canceled, or the / (information) button...