1997 Honda Odyssey Owner's Manual - Page 176

Lights Check the operation of your car's exterior lights at least once a month. A burned out bulb can create an unsafe condition by reducing your car's visibility and the ability to signal your intentions to other drivers. Check the following: Headlights (low and high beam) Parking lights Taillights Brake lights High-mount brake light Turn signals Back-up lights Hazard light function License plate light Side marker lights Daytime running lights (Canadian models) If you find any bulbs are burned out, replace them as soon as possible. Refer to the chart on page 221 to determine what type of replacement bulb is needed. Headlight Aiming The headlights were properly aimed when your car was new. You should check their aim if you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area or pull a trailer. Each headlight assembly has horizontal and vertical adjustment indicators. These are set to their "0" positions after the headlights are aimed at the factory. To check these settings: 1. Make sure the fuel tank is full. Park the car on level ground. 2. The driver or someone who weighs the same should be sitting in the driver's seat for all checks and adjustments. Load your car with the items you normally carry. HORIZONTAL ANGLE GAUGE If you usually pull a trailer, load it as you would normally and attach it to the car. Push down on the front and rear bumpers several times to make sure the car is sitting normally. 3. Open the hood. 4. Check the horizontal angle gauge. The line on the adjustment screw indicator should line up with the "0" mark on the gauge. CONTINUED Maintenance