2001 Honda Odyssey Owner's Manual - Page 234

Maintenance This section explains why it is important to keep your vehicle well maintained and to follow basic maintenance safety precautions. This section also includes Maintenance Schedules for normal driving and severe driving conditions, a Maintenance Record, and instructions for simple maintenance tasks you may want to take care of yourself. If you have the skills and tools to perform more complex maintenance tasks on your Honda, you may want to purchase the Service Manual. See page 351 for information on how to obtain a copy, or see your Honda dealer. Maintenance Safety...236 Important Safety Precautions.. 237 Maintenance Schedule...238 Required Maintenance Record...245 Owner Maintenance Checks...247 Fluid Locations...248 Engine Oil...249 Adding Oil...249 Recommended Oil...249 Synthetic Oil...250 Additives...251 Changing the Oil and Filter...251 Cooling System...253 Adding Engine Coolant...253 Replacing Engine Coolant...255 Windshield Washers...258 Automatic Transmission Fluid...259 Brake Fluid...260 Brake System...260 Power Steering...261 Air Cleaner Element...262 Hood Latch...264 Spark Plugs...264 Replacement...264 Specifications...266 Battery...267 Wiper Blades...269 Air Conditioning System...271 Air Conditioning Filter...272 Drive Belts...272 Timing Belt...273 Tires...273 Inflation...273 Inspection...275 Maintenance...276 Tire Rotation...276 Replacing Tires and Wheels...277 Wheels and Tires...278 Winter Driving...278 Snow Tires...279 Tire Chains...279 Lights...280 Headlight Aiming...282 Replacing Bulbs...282 Storing Your Vehicle...291 Maintenance