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Contents 2012 Odyssey Quick Reference Guide Child Safety P. 54 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 68 Safety Labels P. 69 P. 2 P. 25 P. 71 P. 107 P. 193 P. 285 P. 331 P. 389 P. 419 P. 433 Safe Driving ...Features Driving When Driving P. 297 Fuel Economy P. 328 Braking P. 314 Accessories and Modifications P. 329 Parking Your Vehicle P. 318 Maintenance Maintenance Under the Hood P. 343 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 355 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 370 Battery P. 379 Heating and Cooling System */Climate Control System * Maintenance P. 384 Handling the Unexpected Remote Transmitter Care P. 380 Cleaning...
Contents 2012 Odyssey Quick Reference Guide Child Safety P. 54 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 68 Safety Labels P. 69 P. 2 P. 25 P. 71 P. 107 P. 193 P. 285 P. 331 P. 389 P. 419 P. 433 Safe Driving ...Features Driving When Driving P. 297 Fuel Economy P. 328 Braking P. 314 Accessories and Modifications P. 329 Parking Your Vehicle P. 318 Maintenance Maintenance Under the Hood P. 343 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 355 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 370 Battery P. 379 Heating and Cooling System */Climate Control System * Maintenance P. 384 Handling the Unexpected Remote Transmitter Care P. 380 Cleaning...
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... for a few seconds when you press the hazard warning button, both indicators and all models 79 Change the bulb immediately. 2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 360, P. 361 Message * ● TOC Instrument Panel ● System Message Indicator * - ●...light bulb has blown. Comes on the multi-information display. Index Home * Not available on for the message. A system message on the multi-information display appears at the same time. High Beam Indicator Lights On Indicator ● - ● - ● If you operate the turn signal lever. uu Indicators u 2012 Odyssey...
... for a few seconds when you press the hazard warning button, both indicators and all models 79 Change the bulb immediately. 2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 360, P. 361 Message * ● TOC Instrument Panel ● System Message Indicator * - ●...light bulb has blown. Comes on the multi-information display. Index Home * Not available on for the message. A system message on the multi-information display appears at the same time. High Beam Indicator Lights On Indicator ● - ● - ● If you operate the turn signal lever. uu Indicators u 2012 Odyssey...
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... the HID headlight bulbs. Index Home 142 Left Turn TOC Controls Light Switches ■ Manual Operation High Beams 1 Light Switches Rotating the light switch turns the lights on , a chime sounds when the driver's door is in ON (w . uu Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Turn Signals QRG Turn Signals Right Turn 2012 Odyssey The turn signals...
... the HID headlight bulbs. Index Home 142 Left Turn TOC Controls Light Switches ■ Manual Operation High Beams 1 Light Switches Rotating the light switch turns the lights on , a chime sounds when the driver's door is in ON (w . uu Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Turn Signals QRG Turn Signals Right Turn 2012 Odyssey The turn signals...
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2012 Odyssey QRG Maintenance This chapter discusses basic maintenance. Vehicles)...373 Wear Indicators...375 Tire Service Life...375 Tire and Wheel Replacement ...376 Tire Rotation...377 Winter ... Items Under the Hood...343 Engine Coolant ...350 Transmission Fluid...352 Brake Fluid...353 Power Steering Fluid Check...354 Refilling Window Washer Fluid...354 Replacing Light Bulbs ...355 Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades ...366 Opening the Hood ...344 Recommended Engine Oil ...345 Oil Check ...346 Adding Engine Oil ...347 Changing the Engine...
2012 Odyssey QRG Maintenance This chapter discusses basic maintenance. Vehicles)...373 Wear Indicators...375 Tire Service Life...375 Tire and Wheel Replacement ...376 Tire Rotation...377 Winter ... Items Under the Hood...343 Engine Coolant ...350 Transmission Fluid...352 Brake Fluid...353 Power Steering Fluid Check...354 Refilling Window Washer Fluid...354 Replacing Light Bulbs ...355 Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades ...366 Opening the Hood ...344 Recommended Engine Oil ...345 Oil Check ...346 Adding Engine Oil ...347 Changing the Engine...
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...2012 Odyssey Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be performed in accordance with # will not void your warranties in effect.) Refer to the separate maintenance booklet for wear and foreign objects. 2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 370 • Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly. 2 Replacing Light Bulbs... P. 355 • Check the condition of the wiper blades at www.techinfo.honda.com. 2 Authorized Manuals P. 429 If you can purchase...
...2012 Odyssey Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and systems may be performed in accordance with # will not void your warranties in effect.) Refer to the separate maintenance booklet for wear and foreign objects. 2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 370 • Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly. 2 Replacing Light Bulbs... P. 355 • Check the condition of the wiper blades at www.techinfo.honda.com. 2 Authorized Manuals P. 429 If you can purchase...
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... Low beam headlight: 55 W (H11 for halogen bulb type) Low beam headlight: 35 W (D2S for high voltage discharge type) 1 Headlight Bulbs NOTICE 2012 Odyssey QRG Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. The HB3 and H11 types are halogen bulbs. The exterior lights' inside the lenses, have the aiming readjusted at a... the rain. Clip TOC Maintenance Index Home Continued 355 This does not impact the exterior light function. The headlight aim is set by a qualified technician. When replacing a bulb, handle it with your vehicle inspected by its base, and protect the glass from contact...
... Low beam headlight: 55 W (H11 for halogen bulb type) Low beam headlight: 35 W (D2S for high voltage discharge type) 1 Headlight Bulbs NOTICE 2012 Odyssey QRG Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. The HB3 and H11 types are halogen bulbs. The exterior lights' inside the lenses, have the aiming readjusted at a... the rain. Clip TOC Maintenance Index Home Continued 355 This does not impact the exterior light function. The headlight aim is set by a qualified technician. When replacing a bulb, handle it with your vehicle inspected by its base, and protect the glass from contact...
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Remove the clips using a flat-tip screwdriver, then remove the engine coolant reservoir out of its stay. Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the central pin to remove the clip. TOC Maintenance Push until it is flat. Central pin Clip Stay Bracket Remove the power steering reservoir from the stay bracket. Index Home 356 Insert the clip with the central pin raised, and push until the pin is flat. uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Headlight Bulbs QRG Passenger's side 2012 Odyssey 1 High Beam Headlights Holding clip 1.
Remove the clips using a flat-tip screwdriver, then remove the engine coolant reservoir out of its stay. Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the central pin to remove the clip. TOC Maintenance Push until it is flat. Central pin Clip Stay Bracket Remove the power steering reservoir from the stay bracket. Index Home 356 Insert the clip with the central pin raised, and push until the pin is flat. uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Headlight Bulbs QRG Passenger's side 2012 Odyssey 1 High Beam Headlights Holding clip 1.
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Insert a new bulb into the connector of the bulb. Insert the coupler into the headlight assembly and turn it to remove. Rotate the old bulb to the left to the right. 5. Coupler TOC Maintenance Index Home Continued 357 Tab 4. u It can be removed by pushing the tab. 3. uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Headlight Bulbs 2012 Odyssey QRG Bulb 2. Remove the coupler.
Insert a new bulb into the connector of the bulb. Insert the coupler into the headlight assembly and turn it to remove. Rotate the old bulb to the left to the right. 5. Coupler TOC Maintenance Index Home Continued 357 Tab 4. u It can be removed by pushing the tab. 3. uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Headlight Bulbs 2012 Odyssey QRG Bulb 2. Remove the coupler.
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... pushing the tab. 2. Remove the coupler. uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Headlight Bulbs 2012 Odyssey QRG Models with halogen low beam headlight bulbs ■ Low Beam Headlights Bulb Tab 1. u It can remain in the circuit for a long period of the bulb. Insert a new bulb into the connector of time after the light is switched off. Insert the coupler into the headlight...
... pushing the tab. 2. Remove the coupler. uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Headlight Bulbs 2012 Odyssey QRG Models with halogen low beam headlight bulbs ■ Low Beam Headlights Bulb Tab 1. u It can remain in the circuit for a long period of the bulb. Insert a new bulb into the connector of time after the light is switched off. Insert the coupler into the headlight...
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Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to the right. Bulb TOC Maintenance Tab Coupler 6. Fog Light: 55 W (H11) Mounting Bolt Screws 1 Fog Light Bulbs NOTICE 2012 Odyssey QRG 1. Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel to the left to the opposite side from contact with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth. Remove the mounting ...
Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to the right. Bulb TOC Maintenance Tab Coupler 6. Fog Light: 55 W (H11) Mounting Bolt Screws 1 Fog Light Bulbs NOTICE 2012 Odyssey QRG 1. Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel to the left to the opposite side from contact with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth. Remove the mounting ...
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uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs QRG Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs When replacing, use the following bulbs. Turn the socket to the left and remove it. 2. Socket TOC Maintenance Index Home 360 Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb. Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light: 28/8 W Bulb 2012 Odyssey 1.
uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs QRG Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs When replacing, use the following bulbs. Turn the socket to the left and remove it. 2. Socket TOC Maintenance Index Home 360 Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb. Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light: 28/8 W Bulb 2012 Odyssey 1.
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The bottom of the taillight housing is exposed. TOC Maintenance Index Home Continued 361 Slightly pull the assembly outward, and then pull the lower part. uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs When replacing, use the following bulbs. Remove the mounting bolts. 2. Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight: 21/5 W Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W (Amber) Mounting Bolts 2012 Odyssey QRG 1.
The bottom of the taillight housing is exposed. TOC Maintenance Index Home Continued 361 Slightly pull the assembly outward, and then pull the lower part. uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs When replacing, use the following bulbs. Remove the mounting bolts. 2. Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight: 21/5 W Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W (Amber) Mounting Bolts 2012 Odyssey QRG 1.
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... the assembly to replace them. Upper Fastener Bulb 1 Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs Grommet 5. To reinstall, insert the fasteners into the grommets and push the assembly back into place. uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs 2012 Odyssey QRG 3. Pull the upper corner to the...
... the assembly to replace them. Upper Fastener Bulb 1 Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs Grommet 5. To reinstall, insert the fasteners into the grommets and push the assembly back into place. uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs 2012 Odyssey QRG 3. Pull the upper corner to the...
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... by pushing the tab. 3. Remove the base gasket. 4. Index Home 363 uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Back-Up/Taillight Bulbs Back-Up/Taillight Bulbs When replacing, use the following bulbs. Remove the coupler. Turn the socket to prevent scratches. 2012 Odyssey QRG Cover Coupler 2. Bulb TOC Maintenance Gasket Tab Socket 5. u It can be removed by prying on the edge...
... by pushing the tab. 3. Remove the base gasket. 4. Index Home 363 uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Back-Up/Taillight Bulbs Back-Up/Taillight Bulbs When replacing, use the following bulbs. Remove the coupler. Turn the socket to prevent scratches. 2012 Odyssey QRG Cover Coupler 2. Bulb TOC Maintenance Gasket Tab Socket 5. u It can be removed by prying on the edge...
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Remove the cover by squeezing the tabs on the edge of the socket. 3. TOC Bulb Socket Maintenance Index Home 364 uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Rear License Plate Light Bulbs QRG Rear License Plate Light Bulbs When replacing, use the following bulbs. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb. u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth to prevent scratches. 2. Remove the license plate light assembly by prying on both sides of the cover using a flat-tip screwdriver. Rear License Plate Light: 5 W Cover 2012 Odyssey 1.
Remove the cover by squeezing the tabs on the edge of the socket. 3. TOC Bulb Socket Maintenance Index Home 364 uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Rear License Plate Light Bulbs QRG Rear License Plate Light Bulbs When replacing, use the following bulbs. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb. u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth to prevent scratches. 2. Remove the license plate light assembly by prying on both sides of the cover using a flat-tip screwdriver. Rear License Plate Light: 5 W Cover 2012 Odyssey 1.
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Socket TOC Maintenance Index Home 365 u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth to the left and remove it. 3. uu Replacing Light Bulbs u High-Mount Brake Light Bulb High-Mount Brake Light Bulb When replacing, use the following bulb. High-Mount Brake Light: 16 W Lens Segment Screw 2012 Odyssey QRG 1. Remove the lens segment by prying on the edge using a flat-tip screwdriver. Turn the socket to prevent scratches. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb. Bulb 2.
Socket TOC Maintenance Index Home 365 u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth to the left and remove it. 3. uu Replacing Light Bulbs u High-Mount Brake Light Bulb High-Mount Brake Light Bulb When replacing, use the following bulb. High-Mount Brake Light: 16 W Lens Segment Screw 2012 Odyssey QRG 1. Remove the lens segment by prying on the edge using a flat-tip screwdriver. Turn the socket to prevent scratches. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb. Bulb 2.
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... Door Mirrors)*1 Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillights Rear Turn Signal Lights Back-Up Lights Tail-lights High-Mount Brake Light Rear License Plate Lights 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...
... Door Mirrors)*1 Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillights Rear Turn Signal Lights Back-Up Lights Tail-lights High-Mount Brake Light Rear License Plate Lights 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...
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...A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 2012 Odyssey Blind Spot Information (BSI) System...312 Bluetooth® Audio ...230 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ...259 Booster Seats (For Children)...67 Brake System... Marker/Taillight and Rear Turn Signal Lights...361 Fog Lights...359 Front Turn Signal/Parking/ Side Marker Lights ...360 Headlights ...355 High-Mount Brake Light ...365 Rear License Plate Light...364 Bulb Specifications...420 CD Player...200, 212 Center Pocket ...173 Certification Label ...422 Changing Bulbs ...355 Charging System Indicator...73,...
...A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 2012 Odyssey Blind Spot Information (BSI) System...312 Bluetooth® Audio ...230 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ...259 Booster Seats (For Children)...67 Brake System... Marker/Taillight and Rear Turn Signal Lights...361 Fog Lights...359 Front Turn Signal/Parking/ Side Marker Lights ...360 Headlights ...355 High-Mount Brake Light ...365 Rear License Plate Light...364 Bulb Specifications...420 CD Player...200, 212 Center Pocket ...173 Certification Label ...422 Changing Bulbs ...355 Charging System Indicator...73,...
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... I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 2012 Odyssey Glass (care) ...388 Glove Box ...171 Grocery Bag Hooks ...179 Dimming ...142, 144 Operating...142...®) ...259 High Beam Indicator ...79 Fuel Economy ...81 High Beam...79 Immobilizer System ...80 Lights On ...79 Low Fuel ...75 Low Oil Pressure ...72, 406 Low Tire Pressure ...78, 308...307 Washer Level ...82 Information ...419 Information Display ...87 Instant Fuel Economy ...88, 92, 99 H Halogen Bulbs ...355, 359 Handling the Unexpected ...389 HandsFreeLink® (HFL) ...259 HandsFreeLink® (HFL) Automatic Answering ...
... I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 2012 Odyssey Glass (care) ...388 Glove Box ...171 Grocery Bag Hooks ...179 Dimming ...142, 144 Operating...142...®) ...259 High Beam Indicator ...79 Fuel Economy ...81 High Beam...79 Immobilizer System ...80 Lights On ...79 Low Fuel ...75 Low Oil Pressure ...72, 406 Low Tire Pressure ...78, 308...307 Washer Level ...82 Information ...419 Information Display ...87 Instant Fuel Economy ...88, 92, 99 H Halogen Bulbs ...355, 359 Handling the Unexpected ...389 HandsFreeLink® (HFL) ...259 HandsFreeLink® (HFL) Automatic Answering ...
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... O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 2012 Odyssey Instrument Panel ...71 Brightness Control ...147 Integrated Sunshades ...182 Interior Lights ...169 Interior Rearview Mirror ...152 Bulb Replacement...355 Daytime Running Lights ...144 Fog Lights...144 High Beam Indicator ...79 Interior ...169 Light Switches ...142 Lights On Indicator ...79 Turn Signals...142 Load Limits ...289 Locking/Unlocking ...332 Radiator ...351 Remote Control and Wireless Headphone ...382 Remote Transmitter...380 Replacing Light Bulbs ...355 Safety...333 Service Items ...337, 341 Tires ...370 Transmission Fluid ...352 Under the...
... O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z 2012 Odyssey Instrument Panel ...71 Brightness Control ...147 Integrated Sunshades ...182 Interior Lights ...169 Interior Rearview Mirror ...152 Bulb Replacement...355 Daytime Running Lights ...144 Fog Lights...144 High Beam Indicator ...79 Interior ...169 Light Switches ...142 Lights On Indicator ...79 Turn Signals...142 Load Limits ...289 Locking/Unlocking ...332 Radiator ...351 Remote Control and Wireless Headphone ...382 Remote Transmitter...380 Replacing Light Bulbs ...355 Safety...333 Service Items ...337, 341 Tires ...370 Transmission Fluid ...352 Under the...