2009 Honda Odyssey Owner's Manual
2009 Honda Odyssey Manual
2009 Honda Odyssey manual content summary:
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Congratulations! Your selection of a 2009 Honda Odyssey was a wise investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure. One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and convenience items - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 2
devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with data from other sources for research purposes, but it remains confidential. ii 2009 - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 3
operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could Instructions how to use this vehicle correctly and safely. This entire book is filled with important safety information carefully. please read it iii 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 4
and HomeLink )...209 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break- in, and cargo loading) ...367 Driving (engine and transmission operation) ...383 Maintenance (minder, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage)...413 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, dead battery, overheating, and fuses - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 5
how to contact us for any reason. Refer to your warranty manual for detailed information. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) How to order manuals and other technical literature. Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 6
DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.369) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.370) PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.192) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.203) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.283) RETRACTABLE CENTER TRAY (P.195) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER (P.386) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.183) PASSENGER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P.9, 27) Your Vehicle - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 7
STEERING WHEEL BLUETOOTH MULTI-INFORMATION HANDSFREELINK ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS 3 (P.82) BUTTONS 3 (P.327) (P.141) 1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 2: Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. 3: If equipped 4 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 8
Infants ...43 Protecting Small Children ...44 Selecting a Child Seat ...46 Installing a Child Seat ...47 With LATCH ...48 With a Lap/Shoulder Belt ...51 With a Tether ...53 Protecting Larger Children ...56 Checking Seat Belt Fit ...56 Using a Booster Seat ...57 When Can a Larger Child Sit in Front - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 9
short adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual. Don't Drink and Drive Alcohol and driving don't mix. Even one drink can reduce your ability to respond to changing conditions, and your reaction time gets worse with every additional drink. So don - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 10
and Passenger Safety (2) (6) (8) (5) (7) (10) (1) Safety Cage (2) Crush Zones (3) Seats and Seat-Backs (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) Side Airbags (9) Side Curtain Airbags (10) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (11) Door Locks (2) 7 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 11
and smaller children must be properly restrained in child seats.) Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags. In addition, most states and all Canadian provinces require you to wear seat belts. 8 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 12
and chests of the driver and a front seat passenger during a moderate to severe frontal collision the upper torso of the driver or a front seat passenger during a moderate to severe side impact (see passenger, and passengers in the outer rear seating positions during a moderate to severe side impact - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 13
about your airbags are: Airbags do not replace seat belts. What you should do: Always wear your seat belt properly, and sit upright and as far back from the steering wheel as possible while allowing full control of if occupants are not properly restrained or sitting properly. 10 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 14
and Teens Introduction The following pages provide instructions on how to properly protect the driver, adult passengers, and teenage children who are large enough and mature enough to drive or ride in the front. See a specific door or the tailgate is not tightly closed. CONTINUED 11 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 15
the door and tailgate open indicator works. Except Touring models 2.Adjust the Front Seats This vehicle has auto door locking/ unlocking features. See page 152 for how and 125 for how to set them. Adjust the driver's seat as far to the rear as possible while allowing you to maintain full control - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 16
for how to adjust a front seat (power adjustment) and page 169 for a manual adjustment. Adjust the driver's seat-back to a comfortable, upright position, leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel. Passengers with adjustable seatbacks should also - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 17
before driving. Properly adjusted head restraints will help protect occupants from whiplash and other crash injuries. See page 171 for how to adjust the head restraints and how the driver's and front passenger's active head restraints work. Adjust the driver's head restraint so the center of - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 18
. CONTINUED The plus-one seat that can be installed in the center seating position of the second row also has a detachable seat belt. If the seat belt touches or crosses your neck, or if it crosses your arm instead of your shoulder, you need to adjust the seat belt anchor height. 15 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 19
U.S. LX and Canadian DX models The plus-one seat that can be installed in the center seating position of the second row also has a detachable seat belt. Pull out the anchor latch and the latch plate from the holding slots in the ceiling, and pull out the seat belt to extend it. 16 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 20
serious injury or death in a crash. Before using the seat belt, make sure the detachable anchor is correctly latched. Driver latch until it locks. Then follow the procedure for fastening and positioning an ordinary seat belt (see page 15 ). To unlatch the detachable anchor latch, insert your - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 21
that they continue to sit upright, well back in their seats, with their feet on the floor, until the vehicle is parked and the engine is off. Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury during a crash. Always sit upright, well back in the seat, with your feet on the floor. 18 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 22
Additional Safety Precautions Never let passengers ride in the cargo area or on top of a foldeddown back seat. If they do, they Driver and Passenger Safety could be very seriously injured in a crash. Passengers should not stand up or change seats while the vehicle is moving. A passenger who is not - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 23
accessories on seat belts. Devices intended to improve Do not attach or place objects on the front airbag covers. Objects on occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat a side airbag or a objects on your lap, or driving with a pipe or other sharp object in your mouth, 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 24
FASTEN SEAT BELT'' or ''FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 88 ). When no one is sitting in the front passenger's seat, or a child or small adult is riding there, the indicator should not come on and the beeper should not sound. CONTINUED 21 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 25
press the red PRESS button on the buckle. Guide the belt across your body so that it automatically locks the belt to help restrain your body. The seat belts in all positions except the driver's have a lockable retractor that must be activated to secure a child seat (see page 52 ). 22 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 26
Seat Belt Tensioners Driver and Passenger Safety For added protection, the front seat belts are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners. When activated, the tensioners immediately tighten the belts to help hold the driver and a front passenger in position. CONTINUED 23 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 27
seat belt tensioners activate during a crash, they must be replaced. Not checking or maintaining seat belts can result in serious injury or death if the seat belts do not work properly when needed. Check your seat belts regularly and have any problem corrected as soon as possible. 24 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 28
Passenger's Front Airbag (3) Control Unit (4) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (5) Side Airbags (6) Side Curtain Airbags (7) Driver's Seat Position Sensor (8) Front Passenger's Weight Sensors (9) (SRS) Indicator (15) (1) (10) (5) (11) (4) (7) (14) (11) (8) (11) CONTINUED (3) (11) 25 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 29
center of the steering wheel page 33 ). Automatic front seat belt tensioners ( seat belt and the front passenger's seat belt are latched or unlatched (see page 21 ). A driver's seat position sensor that monitors the distance of the seat from the front airbag. If the seat front passenger's seat. If the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 30
(II) position. An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with your airbags, sensors, or seat belt tensioners (see page 34 ). An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you CONTINUED How Your Front Airbags Work Driver and Passenger Safety 27 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 31
a frontal crash, your seat belt restrains your lower body not the airbags will deploy. In such cases, the seat belt will provide sufficient protection, and the supplemental protection can deploy if there is no passenger in the front seat, or if the advanced airbag system has turned the passenger - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 32
actually powder from the airbag's surface. Although the powder is not harmful, people with respiratory problems may experience some temporary discomfort. If this occurs, get out of the vehicle as soon the protection provided by the seat belt. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 29 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 33
system has weight sensors under the seat. Although Honda does not encourage carrying an infant or small child in front, if the sensors detect the weight of an infant or small child (up to about 65 lbs or 29 kg), the system will automatically turn the passenger's front airbag off. 30 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 34
on the front passenger's seat. Moving the front seat forcibly back against cargo on the seat, the floor behind it, or a folded second row seat. Hanging heavy items on the front passenger seat, or placing heavy items in the seat-back pocket. Also, make sure the floor mat behind the front passenger - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 35
seat occupants should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats the front passenger's seat. Although Honda does not encourage children path. Objects placed on the front passenger seat can also cause the side airbag to front seat passenger should not use a cushion or - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 36
a moderate to severe side impact, sensors will detect rapid acceleration and signal the control unit to instantly inflate the side curtain airbag and activate the seat belt tensioner on the driver's or the passenger's side of the vehicle. 33 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 37
a potential problem with your airbags or seat belt tensioners engine starts. If the indicator comes on or flashes on and off while you drive. On Touring models You will also see a ''CHECK checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you to a possible problem. 34 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 38
airbag has been automatically shut off. It does not mean there is a problem with your side on while driving without a passenger in the front seat, have the system checked. On Touring models U.S. Canada How the seat. It does not mean there is a problem with the airbag. CONTINUED 35 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 39
, you must have your vehicle serviced if: An airbag ever inflates. Any airbag that has deployed must be replaced along with the control unit and other related parts. Any seat belt tensioner that activates must also be replaced. The SRS indicator alerts you to a problem. Take your vehicle to an - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 40
replace front seatback covers without consulting your dealer. Improperly replacing Do not remove or modify a front seat without consulting your dealer. This could make the seat or modify a front seat to accommodate a person with disabilities, first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 41
must be restrained in an approved child seat that is properly secured to the vehicle drive with a child in your vehicle, be sure to read this section. It begins with important general guidelines, then presents special information for infants, small children, and larger children. 38 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 42
Protecting Children All Children Should Sit in a Back Seat According to accident statistics, children of all ages and sizes are safer when they are restrained in a back seat. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children aged 12 and under be - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 43
you of the passenger's front airbag hazards, and that children must be properly restrained in a back seat, your vehicle has warning labels on the dashboard (U.S. models) and on the front visors. Please read and follow the instructions on these labels. Canadian Models SUN VISORS 40 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 44
Never put a seat belt over yourself and a child. During a crash, the Driver and Passenger Safety belt could press deep into the child and cause serious or fatal injuries. Never let two children use the same seat belt. If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash. 41 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 45
use of the doors. Do not leave children alone in a vehicle. Leaving children without wraps a loose seat belt around their neck, they can be seriously or fatally injured. (See pages 51 and 52 for how accidental injury or death. from accidentally falling out (see page 157 ). 42 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 46
an infant could be very seriously injured during a frontal collision. Child Seat Type An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the child reaches the seat maker's weight or height limit for the seat, and the child is at least one year old. 43 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 47
death during a collision. Child Seat Type Always place a rear-facing child seat in the back seat, not the front. A child who is at least one year old, and who fits within the child seat maker's weight and height limits, should be restrained in a forwardfacing, upright child seat. 44 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 48
, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, and properly restrain the child. Driver and Passenger Safety far forward, or the child's head is thrown forward during a collision, an inflating airbag can strike the child with enough force to cause very serious or fatal injuries. 45 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 49
should fit the vehicle seating position (or positions) where it will be used. Before purchasing a conventional child seat, or using a previously purchased one, we recommend that you test the seat in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where the seat will be used. 46 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 50
and tethers for children) system. A child whose seat is not properly secured to the vehicle can be endangered in a crash. 2. Make sure the child seat is firmly secured. After installing a child seat, push and pull the seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure. 47 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 51
prevent a secure connection between the child seat and the anchors. 3. Place the child seat on the vehicle seat, then attach the seat to the lower anchors according to the child seat maker's instructions. Some LATCH-compatible seats have a rigid-type connector as shown above. 48 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 52
seat-back and through the grab rail. 6. Attach the tether strap hook to the anchor, making sure the strap is not twisted, then tighten the strap according to the seat maker's instructions. 7. Push and pull the child seat forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure. 49 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 53
each lower anchor is indicated by a small button above the anchor point. 2. Follow steps 1 through 4 of the second row installation on pages 48 and 49 . The center seating position of the third row has an anchorage point on the tailgate sill. 3. Slide the anchor cover to open it. 50 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 54
you intend to install a child seat in the center seating position of the third row, make sure the detachable seat belt is properly installed (see page 16 ). 1. With the child seat in the desired seating position, route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker's instructions, then - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 55
Installing a Child Seat driving maneuvers. If the child seat is not secure, unlatch the belt, allow it to retract fully, then repeat these steps. To deactivate the lockable retractor and remove a child seat, unlatch the buckle, unroute the seat belt, and let the belt fully retract. 52 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 56
Seat Installing a Child Seat with a Tether A child seat with a tether can be installed in any seating position in the second or third row seats. Since a tether can provide additional security to the lap/shoulder belt installation, we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 57
making sure the strap is not twisted. 3. Tighten the strap according to the seat maker's instructions. Each outside seating position of the third row has an anchorage point on the seat-back. The center seating position of the third row has an anchorage point on the tailgate sill. 54 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 58
STRAP HOOK ANCHOR TETHER STRAP HOOK ANCHOR Outside seating position Center seating position Driver and Passenger Safety 4. Attach the tether strap hook to the anchor, making sure the tether strap is not twisted. 5. Tighten the strap according to the seat maker's instructions. 55 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 59
weight or height limit for a forward-facing child seat, the child should sit in a back seat on a booster seat and wear a lap/shoulder belt. The following pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit, what kind of booster seat to use if one is needed, and important precautions - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 60
needs to ride on a booster seat. Using a Booster Seat to drive. Booster seats can be high-back or low-back. Whichever style you select, make sure the booster seat meets federal safety standards (see page 46 ) and that you follow the booster seat maker's instructions. If a child who uses a booster - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 61
other important factors you should consider. Physical Size If you decide that a child can safely ride up front, be sure to: Carefully read the owner's manual, and make sure you understand all seat belt instructions and all safety information. Move the vehicle seat to the rearmost position. Have the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 62
Do not let a child wear a seat belt across the neck. This could result Do not put any accessories on a seat belt. Devices intended to in serious neck injuries during children should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash. 59 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 63
door closed. Even with the door open, run the engine only long enough to move the vehicle out of the garage. With the tailgate open, air flow can pull exhaust gas into your vehicle's interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the tailgate open, open all the windows and set - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 64
. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by the owner), contact your dealer for a replacement. DASHBOARD SUN VISOR U.S. models only U.S. models only SUN VISORS U.S. models Canadian models Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 61 - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 65
Main Menu Table Of Contents Safety Labels HOOD U.S. models Canadian models DOORJAMB U.S. models Canadian models RADIATOR CAP 62 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 66
...158 Sliding Doors ...161 Seats ...167 Seat Heaters ...183 Driving Position Memory System...184 Power Windows ...186 Moonroof ...189 Mirrors ...190 Parking Brake ...192 Adjustable Driver's Foot Pedals .. 193 Interior Convenience Items ...194 Retractable Center Tray ...195 Beverage Holders ...195 - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 67
system is shown. HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.370) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.203) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.283) RETRACTABLE CENTER TRAY (P.195) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER (P.386) SEAT HEATER SWITCHES (P.183) HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEM/ CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.210) : If equipped 64 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 68
, 397) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.75) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.69, 392) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.74) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.35, 68) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.21, 68) POWER TAILGATE OPEN INDICATOR (P.74) Instruments and Controls LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.67, 479) The - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 69
CONTROL INDICATOR (P.75) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.69, 392) DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN INDICATOR (P.75) LOW FUEL INDICATOR (P.74) SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR (P.35, 68) MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (P.67, 480) DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL) INDICATOR (P.73) LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.67 - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 70
side airbag automatic cutoff system, side curtain airbags, automatic seat belt tensioners, driver's seat position sensor, or the front passenger's weight sensors. For more information, see page 34 . On Touring models Instruments and Controls You will also see a ''CHECK ENGINE OIL LEVEL'' message - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 71
, see page 35 . On Touring models You will also see a ''FASTEN SEAT BELT'' or ''FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 88 ). You will also see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on the multi-information display (see page 89 ). 68 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 72
released the parking brake while the engine is running, or if it comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the brake system. For more information, see page 481 . On Touring models Instruments and Controls You will also see a ''BRAKE FLUID LOW'' or ''CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM'' message on - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 73
not come on when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the VSA system. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked. Without VSA, your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will not have VSA traction and stability enhancement. See page 394 for more - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 74
, see page 488 . U.S. models with the Michelin PAX system Instruments and Controls Your vehicle has Michelin PAX tires. Repair or replacement of PAX tires must be done by a Honda dealer or an authorized Michelin PAX system dealer. For more information, see page 457 . CONTINUED 71 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 75
the system checked. Turn Signal and Hazard Warning Indicators The left or right turn signal indicator blinks when you signal a lane change or turn. If an indicator does not blink or blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see pages 438 and 441 ). Replace the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 76
to the ON (II) position and the parking brake is released, it means there is a problem in the high beam headlight's circuit. Have your vehicle checked by your dealer. This indicator comes on when you turn on the fog lights. See page 138 for information on fog light operation. 73 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 77
system. Have the system checked by your dealer as soon as possible. You can still open or close the tailgate manually. For more information on the power tailgate, see page 148 . You will also see a ''WASHER FLUID LOW'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 89 ). 74 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 78
LEFT SLIDING DOOR'' or ''CHECK RIGHT SLIDING DOOR'' message on the multi-information display (see page 89 ). While the engine is operating in its most economical range, this indicator may come on and stay on. It goes off when your vehicle uses extra fuel. The appropriate light comes on in this - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 79
this indicator comes on along with other indicators in the instrument panel such as the seat belt reminder indicator, SRS indicator, VSA system indicator, etc. SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR This indicator comes on when the security system is set. For more information, see page 318 . 76 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 80
of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, the pointer may rise to the upper zone. If it reaches the red (hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. For instructions and precautions on checking the engine's cooling system, see page 477 . Fuel Gauge This shows how much fuel you have. It may - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 81
intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated. Trip Meter This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada) driven since shows the odometer, trip meter, engine oil life, outside temperature (if equipped), and maintenance item code(s). To switch the display, press - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 82
bumper. The temperature reading can be affected by heat reflection from the road surface, engine heat Canada). When the temperature reaches the desired value, release the select/ reset knob. You should see the new outside temperature displayed. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 79 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 83
off, and check or retighten the fuel fill cap until it clicks at least once. The MIL should go off after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced. If the MIL does not go off, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer. For more information, see page 480 . 80 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 84
vehicle needs for continued trouble-free driving. You can also customize some vehicle control settings to your liking with the multi-information display and the two buttons on the steering wheel ACCESSORY (I) position, the display shows ''Goodbye.'' CONTINUED 81 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 85
estimated distance you can travel on the fuel remaining in the tank. This distance is estimated from the fuel economy you received over the last several miles, so it will vary with changes in speed, traffic, etc. When the battery is disconnected, or you refuel, RANGE is also reset. 82 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 86
. You can customize the Trip A and AVERAGE FUEL A reset condition on the multi-information display (see page 112 ). The average fuel mileage will be reset when you reset the trip meter, or if the vehicle's battery goes dead or is disconnected. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 83 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 87
Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display If you press the INFO button while AVERAGE FUEL is displayed, you will see the tire pressure monitor in both segments. This monitor is INST. MPG'' (U.S. models) or ''INST. L/ 100 km'' (Canadian models). Press the INFO button 84 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 88
SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel, the display changes from ''Trip A/Odometer'' to ''Trip A/ Outside Temperature'' to ''Trip B/ Outside Temperature'' to ''Engine Oil Life'', and then back to the odometer with the intent to change the number of miles or kilometers indicated. 85 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 89
panel shows you the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is in the ON (II) position. This information helps to keep you aware of the periodic maintenance your vehicle needs for continued troublefree driving. Refer to page 415 for more information. 86 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 90
conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is forming on the road surface. You can adjust the outside temperature on the multiinformation display (see page 110 ). System Messages If there is a problem with your vehicle, for example, the engine oil 87 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 91
Main Menu Table Of Contents Multi-Information Display See page 94, 362 See page 11, 91 See page 21, 91 U.S. Canada See page 97, 481 See page 95, 400 See page 94, 399 See page 96, 479 See page 96, 479 See page 97, 480 See - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 92
98, 392 See page 96, 394 U.S. Canada U.S. Canada See page 99, 166 See page 98, 363 See page 95, 417 See page 92 Instruments and Controls See page 35, 94 See page 99, 138 See page 93 See page 92 See page 93 : Canadian model only U.S. Canada See page 99, 160 CONTINUED 89 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 93
at regular intervals until the problem is corrected: FASTEN SEAT BELT FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT RELEASE PARKING BRAKE WARNING: APPROACHING OBJECT PAX SYSTEM problem(s) is corrected. To cancel the message(s) before 5 seconds elapsed, press the INFO button on the steering wheel. 90 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 94
(s) or the tailgate. Pressing the INFO button on the steering wheel momentarily changes the display to the normal display, but it will come back after 5 seconds. If you start driving without releasing the parking brake, the multiinformation display interrupts the current display and shows ''RELEASE - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 95
FUEL CAP'' message appears on the multi-information display. Turn the engine off, and confirm the fuel fill cap is installed. If it is, loosen it, then retighten it until it clicks at least once. The message should go off after several days of normal driving once you tighten or 92 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 96
and Controls Canada If the brake fluid level is at or below the MIN mark on the side of the brake fluid reservoir in the engine compartment, you will see ''BRAKE FLUID LOW.'' If you see this message, have the brake system checked by your dealer (see page 481 ). If the level of the fuel in the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 97
Contents Multi-Information Display Passenger Side Airbag Off U.S. Check Tire Pressure Warning: Approaching Object Canada If the passenger's side airbag has automatically shut off, you will see ''PASSENGER SIDE display and hear a beeper. See page 362 for more information. 94 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 98
DUE SOON'' and the code for the maintenance items to be performed. When the engine oil life reaches 5%, the display shows ''SERVICE DUE NOW'' along with the same maintenance items. If there is a problem in the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), you will see ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' on the multi - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 99
you see this message, you should take immediate action since serious engine damage is possible. Follow the procedure on page 479 . If you see ''CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM'' on the multi-information display, it means the battery is not being charged. See page 479 for more information. 96 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 100
Multi-Information Display Check Emission System Check Brake System U.S. Check Transmission Instruments and Controls Canada If you see ''CHECK EMISSION SYSTEM'' on the multi-information display, it means one of the engine's emission systems may have a problem. Have your vehicle checked by your - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 101
is a problem in the anti-lock brake system (ABS), you will see ''CHECK ABS SYSTEM'' on the multi-information display. If you see this message, have your vehicle checked by a dealer (see page 392 ). If there is a problem with your front airbags, side airbags, passenger's side airbag automatic cutoff - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 102
tailgate, the display shows ''CHECK POWER TAILGATE.'' See page 158 for more information. If you see a ''CHECK DRL SYSTEM'' message on the multiinformation display, there is a problem in the high beam headlight's circuit. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked. CONTINUED 99 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 103
is equipped with the Michelin PAX system. The PAX system uses the multi-information display to show you one of three messages while you are driving with a flat tire. 100 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 104
under these conditions: If you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) CHANGE SETTING,'' and follow the instructions on page 106 . If you want the settings as they were when the vehicle left the factory, select ''DEFAULT ALL,'' as described on page104. Use the INFO button on the steering wheel - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 105
A and the average fuel economy to reset when you refuel. Resets the elapsed time of your current trip. POSITION SETUP (P. 116) LIGHTING SETUP (P. 118) MEMORY POSITION LINK INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER Changes the driver's seat to a stored setting. Changes how long (in - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 106
) DEFAULT ALL FRONT WIPER ACTION The exterior lights flash each time you press the LOCK or UNLOCK button. A beeper will also sound when you press the LOCK button twice. Changes how long it takes (in seconds) for 125 Instruments and Controls 127 129 131 104 : Default setting 103 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 107
button. When ''DEFAULT ALL'' is completed successfully, you will see the above display for several seconds, and the display will return to ''CUSTOMIZE ENTRY.'' 104 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 108
''DEFAULT ALL.'' If you want to cancel ''DEFAULT ALL,'' select ''CANCEL,'' then press the SEL/RESET button. The display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE ENTRY.'' 105 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 109
LIGHTING SETUP (see page 118 ) DOOR · WINDOW SETUP (see page 122 ) WIPER SETUP (see page 131 ) While the multi-information display is showing ''CHANGE SETTING,'' press the SEL/RESET button. The display will change time you press the INFO button, the display changes as shown in the next column. Press - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 110
INFO button, the display changes as shown. To customize a setting, press the INFO button repeatedly until you see the setting, and press the SEL/ RESET button. Then, follow the procedures described on the following pages. CONTINUED Press the INFO button Instruments and Controls 107 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 111
SETUP,'' press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. The display changes to ''LANGUAGE SELECTION.'' Press the SEL/RESET button again , French, and Spanish. Each time you press the INFO button, the display changes as shown. Select the language you want by pressing the INFO button, and press - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 112
Multi-Information Display Instruments and Controls When language selection is successfully completed, the display changes to the screen shown above for several seconds, then goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU SEL/RESET button. The display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' CONTINUED 109 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 113
shows ''METER SETUP,'' press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. The display changes to the ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' Press the INFO button once, and DISPLAY'' as shown above. Press the SEL/RESET button. The display changes as shown above. The highlighted number is the current adjustment above or - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 114
is successfully entered, you will see the above display for several seconds, and then the display changes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' If you fail to enter the desired adjustment properly, you will see the SEL/RESET button. The display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' CONTINUED 111 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 115
A'' and ''Average Fuel Economy'' to reset every time you refuel your vehicle, adjust it as described on the following pages. While the multi-information display shows ''METER SETUP'' of the ''CUSTOMIZE GROUP,'' press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. The display changes to ''CUSTOMIZE - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 116
WITH REFUEL,'' press the INFO button until you see ''EXIT,'' and press the SEL/RESET button. The display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' CONTINUED 113 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 117
,'' press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. The display changes to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' Press the INFO button repeatedly changes as shown above. Press the INFO button repeatedly until the desired condition appears, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. 114 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 118
''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' Repeat the setup. To exit ''ELAPSED TIME RESET,'' press the INFO button until you see ''EXIT,'' then press the SEL/RESET button. 115 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 119
/RESET button on the steering wheel. The display changes to ''MEMORY POSITION LINK'' as shown above. Press the SEL/RESET button. The display changes as shown above. Select ''ON'' or ''OFF'' by pressing the INFO button, and enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. 116 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 120
''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' Repeat the setup. To exit ''MEMORY POSITION LINK,'' press the INFO button until you see ''EXIT,'' then press the SEL/ RESET button. 117 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 121
SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. Each time you press the INFO button, the display changes between ''INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME'' and ''HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER.'' To make your selection, press the SEL/RESET button. Interior Light Dimming Time The interior lights fade out when you close all - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 122
your selection, you will see the above display for several seconds, and the display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' Repeat the setup. To exit ''INTERIOR LIGHT DIMMING TIME,'' press the INFO button until you see ''EXIT,'' then press the SEL/RESET button. 119 - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 123
driver's door. While the multi-information display shows ''LIGHTING SETUP,'' press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. Then press the INFO button to display ''HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER'' as shown above. Press the SEL/RESET button. The display changes as shown above. Each time you press the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 124
enter your selection, you will see the above display for several seconds, and the display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' Repeat the setup. To exit ''HEADLIGHT AUTO OFF TIMER,'' press the INFO button until you see ''EXIT,'' then press the SEL/RESET button. 121 - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 125
button, the display changes as shown in the next column. To customize a setting, press the INFO button repeatedly until you see the setting you want to customize, and press the SEL/RESET button. Then follow the procedures described on the following pages. Press the INFO button 122 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 126
display changes to ''AUTO DOOR LOCK'' as shown above. Press the SEL/RESET button. The display changes as shown above. Press the INFO button repeatedly until the desired condition appears, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 123 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 127
''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' Repeat the setup. To exit ''AUTO DOOR LOCK,'' press the INFO button until you see ''EXIT,'' then press the SEL/RESET button. 124 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 128
changes to ''AUTO DOOR UNLOCK'' as shown above. Press the SEL/RESET button. The display changes as shown above. Press the INFO button repeatedly until the desired condition appears, and press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 125 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 129
''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' Repeat the setup. To exit ''AUTO DOOR UNLOCK,'' press the INFO button until you see ''EXIT,'' then press the SEL/RESET button. 126 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 130
lights some exterior lights flash, and the exterior lights not wheel. Then press the INFO button repeatedly until you see ''KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT'' as shown above. Press the SEL/RESET button. The display changes as shown above. Each time you press the INFO button, the display changes - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 131
When your selection is entered, you will see the above display for several seconds, and then the display changes to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' If you fail to enter your selection, you will see the above display for the INFO button until you see ''EXIT,'' then press the SEL/RESET button. 128 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 132
can change this relock time from 30 seconds to 60 or 90 seconds. Instruments and Controls While the multi-information display shows ''DOOR·WINDOW SETUP,'' press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. Then enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. CONTINUED 129 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 133
''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' Repeat the setup. To exit ''SECURITY RELOCK TIMER,'' press the INFO button until you see ''EXIT,'' then press the SEL/RESET button. 130 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 134
WIPER ACTION'' as shown above. Press the SEL/RESET button. The display changes as shown above. Press the INFO button to select ''WITH VEH SPD'' or ''INTERMITTENT,'' and enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. Front Wiper Action Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 131 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 135
''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' Repeat the setup. To exit ''FRONT WIPER ACTION,'' press the INFO button until you see ''EXIT,'' then press the SEL/RESET button. 132 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 136
3 3 HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/ FOG LIGHTS 3 (P. LIGHT CONTROL SWITCH (P.205) MULTI-INFORMATION BUTTONS 3 (P.82) 1: To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel. 2: Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Refer to the navigation system manual. 3: If equipped 133 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 137
you release the lever. On Touring models INT The length of the wipe interval is varied automatically according to vehicle's speed. Vary the delay by turning the adjustment ring. If you turn it to 6. Windshield washers Push the right lever up or down to select a position. 134 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 138
to spray the window washer. 1. Turn signal 2. Off 3. Parking and indicator lights 4. AUTO (Touring models) 5. Headlights on 6. High beams 7. Flash high beams 8. Fog lights off (Touring models) 9. Fog lights on (Touring models) Turn Signal and Headlights Instruments and Controls 135 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 139
turn and up to signal a right turn. To signal a lane change, push lightly on the lever, and hold it. The lever will return to center when you release it or complete a turn. Headlights The rotating switch on the left lever controls the lights. Turning this switch to the position turns on the parking - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 140
light switch to the position. Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you turn on the lights manually when driving automatic lighting feature is controlled by a sensor located on top of the dashboard. Do not cover this sensor or spill liquids on it. 137 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 141
switch off, even if you set the parking brake. The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch. This turns off the headlights, parking lights, taillights, side marker lights, license plate lights, and instrument panel lights within 15 seconds of removing the key from - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 142
the instrument panel controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights. Turn the knob to adjust the brightness. Separate adjustments can be made when the headlights are on and off. You will hear a beep while you adjust it. It goes out 5 seconds after you finish adjusting. 139 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 143
Push the button between the center vents to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger wires on the inside of the rear - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 144
wheel only when the vehicle is stopped. 1. Push the lever under the steering column all the way down. 2. Move the steering wheel so it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators. Instruments and Controls 141 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 145
activated by the immobilizer system. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged. Protect the keys from direct sunlight, will need this key number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. Keep the keys away from liquids. If they get wet - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 146
the ignition switch when you insert the key. If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your dealer. Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle inoperable. If you have lost your key and - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 147
slightly. If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key. The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I), ON (II), and START (III). ACCESSORY (I) You can operate the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 148
lights will flash twice each time you press the button. If you do not open any door or the tailgate within 30 seconds, they will automatically relock. When you press the UNLOCK button, the front and rear individual map lights exterior lights will . Some exterior lights will flash once - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 149
pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors and the tailgate, replace the battery as soon as possible. Battery type: CR1616 To replace the battery: 1. Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with a inner cover from the keypad by releasing the two tabs on the cover. 146 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 150
lights will automatically relock and the security system sets. On Touring models, you can change lights, depending on their switch positions, lights stay on for about 30 seconds, then go out. If you relock the doors and the tailgate with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the lights lights lights - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 151
the TAILGATE button to open or close the power tailgate. When the tailgate begins to move, you will hear a beep, and some front and rear lights will flash. 148 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 152
Seat Position With Driver 1 With Driver 2 is completed. The driving position memory activation (Driver 1, Driver 2) is shown on the back of each transmitter. Make sure you store your seat , the replacement needs to the driver's seat position memory system driver's seat and outside mirrors move to - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 153
for battery disposal. This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 150 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 154
key, turn the key, and release it. The remaining doors and the tailgate unlock when you turn the key a second time within a few seconds. 151 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 155
. You can turn off or change the settings for these features as described on the following pages. When you customize the setting, make sure your vehicle is parked safely, the engine is off, and the parking brake is applied. Make all settings before you start driving. On Touring models The auto - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 156
shift lever is in the Park (P) position. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver's door. 153 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 157
whenever you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. 1. Make sure the shift lever is in the Park (P) position. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver's door. 6. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. 154 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 158
lever is in the Park (P) position. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, and make sure to close the driver's door. CONTINUED 155 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 159
switch is moved out of the ON (II) position. 3. Push and hold the brake pedal, and move the shift lever out of P. 4. Push and hold the rear switch and, within 5 seconds, turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. Move the shift lever to the Park (P) position. 6. Turn the ignition - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 160
With the childproof door locks on, automatic operation with the inside door handle is door locks are designed to prevent children seated in the rear from accidentally opening the rear Keep the tailgate closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the tailgate and to prevent exhaust gas - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 161
on the remote transmitter or the dashboard switch, you will hear a beep, and some front and rear lights will flash. If you push the same button or switch again while the tailgate is opening or closing the fully opened position. To open or close the tailgate manually, see page 160 . 158 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 162
before opening or closing it. Also check that passengers, especially children, do battery or installing the fuse, close the tailgate fully by hand. The power tailgate may not open or close under the these conditions close it the rest of the way manually. The tailgate has sensors on both 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 163
back of the tailgate. On EX-L and Touring models Push the release lever to the right as shown. If you need to unlock the tailgate manually, it means there is a problem with the tailgate. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer. 160 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 164
. If you need to unlock the tailgate manually, it means there is a problem with the tailgate. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer. To close, pull either switch must be in the ON (II) position with the brake pedal pressed or the parking brake applied. The MAIN switch must be in the ON position - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 165
is opening, you will hear a continuous tone and the door will stop moving if you release the brake pedal or the parking brake. Stop the vehicle and close the door. When the shift lever is in neutral and the ignition MAIN switch on the dashboard controls power to the sliding doors. 162 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 166
resume movement. When the MAIN switch is in the OFF position, you have to operate the doors manually. Remote Transmitter DRIVER'S SIDE SLIDING DOOR BUTTON LED Auto-Reverse Each power sliding door has an autoreverse again for at least 1 second and the door will reverse direction. 163 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 167
Manually Opening/Closing the Power Sliding Door You can manually main switch on the dashboard. When replacing a flat tire, make sure to the sliding door mechanism. When you drive with children in your vehicle, use Before operating the sliding doors, check that passengers, especially children, do - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 168
door half open and the engine off, the magnetic lock will turn off after 30 minutes and the sliding door will automatically open or close. In fuel fill door while the driver's side sliding door is opening, the sliding door stops. If this happens, the door must be operated manually. 165 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 169
problem in the power sliding door system, you will see a ''CHECK LEFT SLIDING DOOR'' or ''CHECK it still does not operate properly after the battery is reconnected, have your vehicle checked by a dealer. U.S. model is shown On is a problem in the system. Turn the MAIN switch to OFF, and have - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 170
seat for three passengers in the third row. For greater cargo capacity, the seats in the second row can be removed, and the bench seat seat that can be installed between the second row bucket seats when needed. The plus-one seat can also be used as a second row center console. 167 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 171
third row seats do not adjust forward and backward. To change the seat-back angle of the front seat, pull up the lever on the outside of the seat bottom. To change the seat-back angle of the bucket seats in the second row, pull forward on the lever on the outside of the seat-back. 168 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 172
of the seat cushion to raise the seat bottom or push the lever down to lower the seat cushion. Make all adjustments before you start driving. The passenger's seat has two switches. One moves the seat forward and backward, and the other adjusts the seat-back angle. CONTINUED 169 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 173
the seatback angle forward or backward. On EX, EX-L and Touring models Driver's Lumbar Support To change the lumbar support, move the lever on the right side of the seat-back forward or backward. Keep moving the lever forward or backward until you find a suitable position. 170 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 174
On EX-L and Touring models They are most effective when you adjust them so the center of the back of the occupant's head rests against the center of the restraint. The angle of the armrest on each front seat is adjustable. Pivot the armrest down, and pull it up to the CONTINUED 171 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 175
sure the removed head restraints are securely stored. LEG SEAT BACK RELEASE BUTTON RELEASE BUTTON Failure to reinstall the head restraints can result in severe injury during a crash. Always replace the head restraints before driving. Adjusting the Head Restraint Removing the Head Restraint - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 176
legs. Do not place any object between an occupant and the seat-back. Install each restraint in its proper location. Only use genuine Honda replacement head restraints. Instruments and Controls The driver's and front passenger's seats have active head restraints. If the vehicle is struck severely - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 177
need to remove the plus-one seat (see page 178 ) before you can make this seat arrangement. To get into or out of the third row seat, pull up the release lever on the shoulder of each second row bucket seat. The seat-back will tilt forward and the whole seat will slide forward. 174 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 178
bucket seat, make sure you remove it before moving the bucket seat. 2. Hook the front of the seat to the floor, then slide the seat toward the center of the vehicle. 3. Push the back of the seat down over the floor hooks. Make sure the seat is securely locked in place. CONTINUED 175 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 179
the plus-one seat is in the center position, store the floor mat under the passenger's side bucket seat as shown above. When the passenger's side bucket seat is in the outside position, and the plus-one seat is not used, install the floor mat and the cover over the floor anchors. 176 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 180
LEVER To install the floor mat in an outer position or the center position, insert the tabs into the slits on the floor, then snap the two buttons in place. Refer to the illustrations above. Both seats can be removed to give more cargo capacity. Do not remove the seats while driving. To remove - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 181
. Do not remove the seat while driving. 2. Unlock the seat from the floor by pulling the lock release lever under the seat cushion's front edge and lifting the rear of the seat. 3. Unhook the front of the seat from the floor by pulling it back slightly, then pivoting it upward. 178 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 182
the plus-one seat: 1. Lower the head restraints fully. 2. Remove the seat cushion by pulling the seat cushion strap. 3. Fold the seat-back forward by pulling the seat-back strap. 4. Unlock the seat from the floor by pulling the lock release lever and lifting the rear of the seat. 179 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 183
To use the plus-one seat as a center console, remove its seat cushion by pulling up the seat cushion strap. Then pivot the seat-back forward until it is flat. Store the seat cushion in the floor storage area. Make sure the seats are securely locked in place before driving. A seat that is not locked - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 184
legs of the third row seat. 4. Pivot the seat into the cargo area floor recess. Make sure all items in the cargo area are secured. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have to brake hard. See Carrying Cargo on page 378 . Instruments and Controls HANDLES CONTINUED 181 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 185
: 1. Pull the seat out of the recess by pulling on the handle. Pivot the seat forward all the way. The front legs of the third row seat will automatically latch. 2. Pull the seat-back upright with the strap. Make sure the seat is securely locked into position before driving. 182 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 186
seat warm. Use the HI setting only to heat the seats quickly, because it draws large amounts of current from the battery. If the engine is left idling for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters, even on the LO setting. It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting. 183 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 187
with the remote transmitter. For more information, see page 149 . You can change the ''MEMORY POSITION LINK'' setting on the multi-information display (see page 116 ). Storing a Driving Position in Memory Store a driver's seat position only when the vehicle is parked. 1. Turn the ignition switch to - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 188
to change the positions of the seat or outside mirrors after they are in their memorized positions. If you change the memorized position, the indicator in the memory button will go out. To keep this driving position for later use, you must store it in the driving position memory. 185 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 189
reverse stops sensing when the window is almost closed. You should always check that all passengers and objects are away from the window before closing it. down or up to the second detent, and release it. The window will automatically go up or down all the way. To stop the window, pull/ 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 190
function is disabled, the power window system will need to be reset after reconnecting the battery or installing the fuse. 1. Start the engine. Push down and hold the driver's window switch until the window is fully open. Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver's door. 187 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 191
close. To stop the windows, release the key. 4. To close the windows further, turn and hold the key again (within 10 seconds of step 2). 188 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 192
Main Menu Table Of Contents Moonroof To tilt up the back of the moonroof, press and hold the center button ( ). To close the moonroof, press and hold the top of the switch ( ). To open the moonroof, turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position for the moonroof to operate. 189 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 193
button on the bottom of the mirror. The AUTO indicator comes on as a reminder. When it is on, the mirror darkens when it senses the headlights of a vehicle behind you, then returns to normal visibility when the lights are gone. Press the button again to turn off this feature. 190 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 194
mirror right, left, up, or down. When you finish, move the selector switch to the center (off) position. This turns the adjustment switch off to keep your settings. Reverse Tilt Door Mirror turn the feature off, place the switch in the center position. Instruments and Controls 191 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 195
. Press the button again to turn the heaters off. To apply the parking brake, push the pedal down with your foot. To release it, push on the pedal again. The parking brake indicator on the instrument panel should go out when the parking brake is fully released (see page 69 ). 192 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 196
closest to you. 2. Adjust your seat and the steering wheel so you can operate the controls and steering wheel easily. 3. Push and hold the all adjustments before you start driving. Instruments and Controls On Touring models You can adjust the position of the brake pedal and accelerator pedal when - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 197
Interior Convenience Items BEVERAGE HOLDERS AC POWER OUTLET COAT HOOK BEVERAGE HOLDER SUN VISOR SUNGLASSES HOLDER VANITY MIRROR UPPER GLOVE BOX LOWER GLOVE BOX CENTER POCKET ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET IN-FLOOR STORAGE ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET BEVERAGE HOLDER : If equipped 194 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 198
To store it, pull the lever and lower the tray. Sitting on or getting under the tray, or putting heavy objects on the tray, may damage or deform it. Do not keep items on the tray while driving. They may fall down or fly around when you go around corners or brake hard. CONTINUED 195 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 199
passengers are in the retractable center tray. Except U.S. LX and Canadian DX models The plus-one seat has a beverage holder on the back of the seat-back. To use the beverage holder, remove the seat cushion, and fold the seatback by pulling the seat-back strap (see page 179 ). 196 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 200
closed. If a window is opened, the shade can be blown off its hooks. As the shade automatically retracts, it could hit and hurt anyone sitting too close to the window. Sunglasses Holder Instruments and it latches. Make sure the holder is closed while you are driving. CONTINUED 197 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 201
and that they are not heavy enough to cause the holder to pop open while driving. If equipped The sunglasses holder uses a convex mirror for its bottom panel. pull it down. When using the sun visor for the side window, remove the support rod from the clip, and swing it out. Make sure you put the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 202
mirror cover to use the mirror. The lights come on when you open the cover. Make sure seat cushion of the plus-one seat. Pull the strap to raise the seat cushion, store items, then reinstall the cushion or remove the cushion and fold the seat-back down to use the seat as a tray. 199 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 203
If equipped To keep the lid open, attach the hook to the grab rail on the back of the front seat-back. You can adjust the length of the hook strap. Pull down the upper edge of the stopper, and or sudden stop, be sure the storage area lids are securely closed before driving away. 200 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 204
open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Open the lower glove box by pulling the bottom of the handle. Close it with a firm push Close it with a firm push. Always keep the glove boxes closed while driving. 201 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 205
Pocket Without rear entertainment system With rear entertainment system Coin Pocket Open the center pocket by pulling the handle. Close it with a firm push. A coin holder is located in front until it latches. Make sure to close the lid before you close the beverage holder. 202 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 206
Instruments and Controls There are two accessory power sockets in your vehicle. One accessory power socket is above the center pocket and another is on the cargo area sidewall on the driver's side in the plug all the way. Always run the engine when you use the AC power outlet. 203 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 207
maximum capacity for this power outlet is 115 volt AC at 100 watts or less. If you use an appliance which requires more than 100 watts, it automatically stops , electric pumps, etc. It is also not suitable for devices that process precise data such as medical equipment or measuring instruments - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 208
turned on and off by pushing on the lens. Instruments and Controls DOOR ACTIVATED POSITION The light control switch controls the individual map lights for the front, second and third row seating positions. This switch has three positions: OFF, door activated, and ON. CONTINUED 205 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 209
LIGHT DIMMING TIME'' setting on the multi-information display (see page 118 ). Turn on the front and rear individual map lights by pushing the lens of each light. Push the lens again to turn it off. You can also operate these lights with the light control switch (see page 205 ). 206 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 210
the OFF position, the light does not come on. In the center position, it comes on when you open the tailgate. In the ON position, it stays on continuously. The ignition switch light comes on when you open the driver's door, and stays on several seconds after you close the door. 207 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 211
Contents Interior Lights Courtesy Lights The courtesy lights in the front doors come on when you open any door. The courtesy light between the map lights come on when you turn the parking lights on. To adjust its brightness, turn the select/reset knob on the instrument panel. 208 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 212
in all weather conditions. The standard audio system has many features. This section describes those features and how to use them. (If you have an optional audio system, refer to the operating instructions that came with it.) Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio system that requires a code number to - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 213
Vents, Heating, and A/C LX and Canadian DX models RECIRCULATION BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTON FAN CONTROL DIAL EX, EX BUTTONS RECIRCULATION BUTTON AUTO BUTTON OFF BUTTON MODE BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTON PASSENGER'S SIDE DRIVER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 214
the indicator to go off, and takes the system out of SYNC mode. Air Conditioning (A/C) Button This button turns the air conditioning on and off. On LX and Canadian DX models, the indicator in the button is synchronized to the driver's side set temperature. Changing the CONTINUED 211 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 215
off manually. When you switch to another mode, the A/C returns to its original setting, either on or off, as displayed by the A/C indicator. REAR/REAR LOCK Button On EX, EX-L and Touring models The system automatically turns on the A/C and switches to recirculation mode. Air flows from the center - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 216
air with the temperature control dial or buttons. Using the A/C Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant air is humid, select recirculation mode. If the outside air is dry, select fresh air mode. 5. Set the fan to the desired speed. CONTINUED 213 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 217
. The system 1. Select automatically switches to fresh air mode and turns on the air conditioning. and fresh air mode. 3. Select 4. Adjust the temperature to your preference. This setting is suitable for all driving conditions whenever the outside temperature is above 32°F (0°C). 214 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 218
system automatically selects the proper mix of conditioned and/or heated air that will in fully automatic mode. All other features remain automatically controlled. Making any manual selection causes air and mustiness from collecting, you should have the fan running at all times. 215 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 219
your quick start guide for an overview of this system, and the navigation system manual for complete details With the dial in this position, no air flows to the rear vents. The rear control panel to adjust the rear A/C. Turning the dial clockwise changes the fan speed to the rear passengers. ON - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 220
Touring models REAR Button When the indicator in this button is off, no air flows to the rear vents. The rear control panel cannot be used by on, the rear temperature can be adjusted with the REAR button in the center of the front control panel. In addition, the rear control panel can 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 221
speed and airflow. Select the vents the air flows from with the mode control dial. When is selected, air flows from the rear ceiling vents. When is selected, air flows from the rear floor vents. REAR temperature control dial clockwise to increase the temperature of the airflow. 218 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 222
Each time you press the mode button, the mode display changes from , to , then to . When is selected, air flows from the rear ceiling vents. When is selected, air flows from the rear floor vents. When is selected, it. The temperature you adjust is shown in the system display. 219 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 223
of airflow from each rear ceiling vent is adjustable. To adjust the direction of air coming from a rear ceiling vent, move the tab in the center of each vent backand-forth, and rotate the vent with the tab. The exhaust vent. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them. 220 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 224
system, see pages 285 through 317 . EX-L model with Rear Entertainment System U.S. EX-L and Touring models with Rear Entertainment System with Navigation System CONTINUED 221 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 225
Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the AM/FM Radio (LX and Canadian DX models) FM BUTTON AM BUTTON PWR/VOL KNOB TUNE/SOUND KNOB PRESET BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON SEEK BAR 222 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 226
To Play the AM/FM Radio The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Turn the system on by pushing the in stereo. Stereo reproduction in AM is not available. On the AM band, AM noise reduction turns on automatically. To Select a Station You can use any 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 227
the A. SEL (auto select) button. This restores the presets you originally set. For information on AM/FM radio frequencies and reception, see page 275 . 224 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 228
your liking. When the level reaches the center, you will see ''C'' in the display. The system will automatically return the display to the selected audio mode , while FAD adjusts the front-to-back strength. Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control knob to adjust - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 229
Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing a Disc (LX and Canadian DX models) EJECT BUTTON CD SLOT DISP BUTTON SKIP BAR SCAN/RPT BUTTON DISC RDM BUTTON CD BUTTON DISC BUTTON BUTTON 226 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 230
(LX and Canadian DX models) To Play a Disc To load or play discs, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. You operate the disc player with the same controls used for the radio. To select can curl up and cause the disc to jam in the unit. CONTINUED 227 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 231
Data Display Function Insert a disc about halfway into the disc slot. The drive will pull the disc in the rest of the way to play it. folder and file are shown. The system will continuously play a disc until you change modes. You cannot load and play 3-inch (8-cm) discs in this system 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 232
available, it is replaced with dot) in the display. When the disc has no text data, you will see ''NO INFO'' on the display. You will also see some text data under these conditions: When a new folder, file, or track is selected. When you change the or SKIP bar. Features CONTINUED 229 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 233
. After playing the first file of the last folder, the system plays normally. Each time you press and release the SCAN/RPT button, the mode changes from file scan to folder scan, then to normal playing. 230 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 234
/RPT button again to turn it off. Each time you press and release the SCAN/RPT button, the mode changes from file repeat to folder repeat, then to normal playing. RANDOM (Random within a disc) This feature plays . Press the RDM button again to turn it off. Features CONTINUED 231 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 235
you press and release the RDM button, the mode changes from folder random play to random play (within a not remove it from the slot, the system will automatically reload the disc after 10 seconds and put it in ignition switch, the disc will stay in the drive. When you turn the system back on, the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 236
to a dealer. Error Message UNSUPPORTED FORMAT BAD DISC CHECK MANUAL PUSH EJECT BAD DISC CHECK MANUAL Cause Track/File format not supported Mechanical Error Solution Current track will skipped. The next supported track or file plays automatically. Press the eject button and pull out the disc - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 237
KNOB SOUND (TUNE) KNOB FM BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON SEEK BAR PRESET BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON SEEK BAR AUTO SELECT BUTTON 234 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 238
) To Play the AM/FM Radio The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Turn the system on by pushing the in stereo. Stereo reproduction in AM is not available. On the AM band, AM noise reduction turns on automatically. To Select a Station You can use any 235 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 239
the A. SEL (auto select) button. This restores the presets you originally set. For information on AM/FM radio frequencies and reception, see page 275 . 236 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 240
your liking. When the level reaches the center, you will see ''C'' in the display. The system will automatically return the display to the selected audio mode , while FAD adjusts the front-to-back strength. Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control knob to adjust - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 241
Contents Playing the XM Radio (U.S. EX and all EX-L models without navigation system) U.S. EX and EX-L models U.S. model is shown. TUNE KNOB PWR/VOL KNOB AUX/XM BUTTON U.S. EX model PWR/VOL KNOB TUNE KNOB XM BUTTON DISP/MODE BUTTON U.S. EX and EX-L model with Rear Entertainment System - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 242
AUX/XM button. Adjust the volume by turning the PWR/VOL knob. The last channel you listened to will show in the display. MODE To switch between channel mode and category mode, press and hold the DISP/MODE button until the mode changes. In channel mode, you can select all of the available 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 243
stores one channel from the XM1 band and one channel from the XM2 band. To store a channel: 1. Press the AUX/XM button. Either XM1 or XM2 will show in the display. 2. Use the selector knob, or the CATEGORY bar want for that channel. Press and hold the button until you hear a beep. 240 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 244
''OFF AIR'' The channel currently selected is no longer broadcasting. ''UPDATING'' The encryption code is being updated. Wait until the encryption code is fully at this time. ''CHECK ANTENNA'' There is a problem with the XM antenna. Please consult your dealer. Features CONTINUED 241 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 245
south. Depending on where you drive, you may experience reception problems. Interference can be caused by any of these conditions: Driving on the north side of an east/west mountain road. Driving on the north side of a and mountains the farther north you travel from the equator. 242 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 246
by the FCC: Changes or modifications not available on XM Radio. With the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position, push the PWR/ VOL knob to turn on the audio system and press the AUX service has not been activated after 36 hours, contact XM Radio. Features 243 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 247
SCAN/RPT BUTTON RDM BUTTON DISC SKIP BAR DISC BUTTON CD BUTTON DISC SCAN/RPT BUTTON RDM BUTTON DISC SKIP BAR BUTTON BUTTON BUTTON 244 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 248
with the same controls used for the radio. To operate the disc changer, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. NOTE: If a file on an MP3 or WMA disc is protected by digital rights blinking, and the green CD load indicator will come on. CONTINUED 245 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 249
EX-L models without navigation system) 3. Insert the disc into the CD slot. Insert it only about halfway; the drive will pull it in the rest of the way. You will see ''BUSY'' in the display. The CD loaded loaded. You cannot load and play 3-inch (8-cm) discs in this system. 246 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 250
available, it is replaced with dot) in the display. When the disc has no text data, you will see ''NO INFO'' on the display. You will also see some text data under these conditions: When a new folder, file, or track is selected. When you change , press and hold the or SKIP bar. 247 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 251
playing the first track/file of the last disc, the system plays normally. Each time you press and release the SCAN/RPT button, the mode changes from scan, to folder scan, to disc scan, then to normal playing. 248 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 252
turn it off. Each time you press and release the SCAN/RPT button, the mode changes from file repeat, to folder repeat, to disc repeat, then to normal playing. RANDOM press and release the RDM button, the mode changes from folder random play to random play (within a disc random play), then to - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 253
. You will see ''EJECT'' in the display. When you remove the disc from the slot, the system automatically begins the load sequence so you can load another disc in that position. If you do not load another information on how to handle and protect compact discs, see page 272 . 250 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 254
BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNER'S MANUAL PUSH EJECT BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNER'S MANUAL Cause High temperature Track/File format not supported Solution Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal. Current track will be skipped. The next supported track or file plays automatically. Press the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 255
system for your vehicle can also be operated by voice control. See the navigation section in your quick start guide for an overview of this system, and the navigation system manual for complete details. SCAN BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON XM BUTTON SEEK BAR PRESET BUTTONS PWR/VOL KNOB - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 256
/FM Radio The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Turn the system radio was last tuned to is displayed. To change bands, press the AM/FM button. On the broadcasting in stereo. Stereo reproduction in AM is not available. To Select a Station You can use any of 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 257
) knob to adjust the setting to your liking. When the level reaches the center, you will see ''C'' in the display. The system will automatically return the display to the selected audio mode about 5 seconds after you stop on AM/FM radio frequencies and reception, see page 275 . 254 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 258
the Radio on the Navigation System Screen AUDIO BUTTON While you are listening to the radio, you can change to another band by pressing the AUDIO button next to the navigation system screen, and then touching the desired display. Touch the icon again to deactivate it. CONTINUED 255 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 259
when you are finished adjusting the sound, wait 5 seconds. Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control knob to adjust the illumination system (see page 139 ). The audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the system is turned off. You can also - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 260
Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing the XM Radio (Models with navigation system) SCAN/RPT BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON XM BUTTON DISP/MODE BUTTON SEEK BAR Features PRESET BUTTONS PWR/VOL KNOB TUNE KNOB CONTINUED 257 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 261
Radio anywhere in the United States, and Canada, except Hawaii and Alaska. XM is a to XM Radio, turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Push the PWR/ button until the mode changes. In channel mode, you can select all of the available channels. In category mode 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 262
, press the SCAN/RPT button or touch the SCAN icon on the audio display. The system plays each channel in numerical order for a few 259 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 263
code is fully updated. Channels 0 and 1 should still work normally NO SIGNAL'' The signal is currently too weak. Move the vehicle to an area away from tall buildings, and with an unobstructed view of the southern horizon. ''CHECK ANTENNA'' There is a problem time. ''NO INFO'' 260 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 264
areas. Depending on where you drive, you may experience reception problems. Interference can be caused by any of these conditions: Driving on the north side of an east/west mountain road. Driving on the north side of the farther north you travel from the equator. CONTINUED 261 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 265
ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position, push the PWR/VOL knob to turn on the audio system and press the XM RADIO button. A variety of music types and styles will play. If you decide to purchase XM Radio service, contact XM Radio at www.xmradio.com, or at 1-800-852-9696. In Canada - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 266
Main Menu Table Of Contents Playing Discs (Models with navigation system) LOAD BUTTON CD SLOT LOAD INDICATOR EJECT BUTTON Features RDM BUTTON SCAN/RPT BUTTON CD BUTTON DISP BUTTON SKIP BAR DISC BUTTON DISC BUTTON CONTINUED 263 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 267
changer with the same controls used for the radio. To operate the disc changer, the ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. This audio system can also play CD-Rs and CD-RWs compressed in MP3 or . The label can curl up and cause the disc to jam in the unit. 264 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 268
. 3. Insert a disc into the CD slot. Insert it only about halfway; the drive will pull it in the rest of the way. You will see ''BUSY'' in upright position, press the OPEN button again. Do not use the folded screen as a tray. If you put a cup, for example, on the screen, the liquid inside the cup - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 269
you see ''LOAD'' in the display, insert the disc into the CD slot. Insert it only about halfway; the drive will pull it in the rest of the way. 3. The system will load the disc and begin playing it. If up to 16 characters of selected text data (the folder name, file name, etc.). 266 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 270
available, it is replaced with dot) in the display. When the disc has no text data, you will see ''NO INFO'' on the display. You will also see some text data under these conditions: When a new folder, file, or track is selected. When you change and hold the or SKIP bar. Features 267 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 271
playing the first track/file of the last disc, the system plays normally. Each time you press and release the SCAN/RPT button, the mode changes from scan, to folder scan, to disc scan, then to normal playing. 268 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 272
turn it off. Each time you press and release the SCAN/RPT button, the mode changes from file repeat, to folder repeat, to disc repeat, then to normal playing. RANDOM press and release the RDM button, the mode changes from folder random play to random play (within a disc random play), then to - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 273
. You will see ''EJECT'' in the display. When you remove the disc from the slot, the system automatically begins the load sequence so you can load another disc in that position. If you do not load another information on how to handle and protect compact discs, see page 272 . 270 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 274
BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNER'S MANUAL PUSH EJECT BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNER'S MANUAL Cause High temperature Track/File format not supported Solution Will disappear when the temperature returns to normal. Current track will be skipped. The next supported track or file plays automatically. Press the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 275
a disc, use a clean soft cloth. Wipe across the disc from the center to the outside edge. A new disc may be rough on the inner and fall on the recording surface of the disc, causing skipping or other problems. Remove these pieces by rubbing the inner and outer edges with the drive. 272 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 276
Features Bubbled/ Wrinkled With Label/ Sticker Using Printer Label Kit Sealed With Plastic Ring 2. Damaged discs 3. Poor quality discs Chipped/ Cracked Warped Burrs CONTINUED 273 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 277
) CD Triangle Shape Fingerprints, scratches, etc. Audio unit may not play the following formats. CD-R or CD-RW may not play due to the recording conditions. Scratches and fingerprints on the discs may cause the sound to skip. This audio unit cannot play a Dualdisc . Can Shape Arrow Shape 274 - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 278
the distance from the station's transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions. A radio station's signal gets weaker as you get farther away completely as you get out of range of the station's signal. Features Driving very near the transmitter of a station that is broadcasting on a - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 279
reception in city driving. Radio reception can be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms, change in conditions. Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources (such as garages or parking structures) can cause temporary reception problems. 276 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 280
BUTTON RPT BUTTON SKIP BAR DOLBY NR BUTTON REW BUTTON PLAY/PROG BUTTON FF BUTTON RPT BUTTON U.S. EX-L model is shown. SKIP BAR CONTINUED 277 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 281
DOLBY NR BUTTON REW BUTTON SKIP BAR PLAY/PROG BUTTON FF BUTTON REPEAT BUTTON REW BUTTON PLAY/PROG BUTTON FF BUTTON DOLBY NR BUTTON 278 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 282
The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position the end of the tape, it will automatically reverse direction and play the other side. or CD button. To change back to the tape player, press the AUX button. Tape Search Functions drive. When you turn the system back on - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 283
with a normal cleaning kit. Your dealer has a cleaning kit available. Use 100-minute or shorter tapes. Tapes longer than that may break or jam in the drive. If the tape is loose, tighten it by turning the hub player. Never try to insert foreign objects into the tape player. 280 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 284
system If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, you may need to set the clock. Press and hold the CLOCK button until the clock flashes. Change the hours by pressing the with navigation system Refer to the navigation system manual for how to adjust the time. 281 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 285
button and hold it until the desired volume is reached, then release it. The MODE button changes the mode. Pressing the button repeatedly selects FM1, FM2, AM, CD (if a CD steering wheel hub. They let you control basic functions without removing your hand from the steering wheel. 282 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 286
Auxiliary Input Jack Features The auxiliary input jack is on the dashboard next to the accessory power socket. The system will accept auxiliary input from standard audio accessories. When a compatible audio unit is connected to the jack, press the AUX button to select it. 283 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 287
. If you make a mistake entering the code, do not start over; complete the five-digit sequence, then enter the correct code. You have ten tries to enter the correct code. If you are unsuccessful in ten attempts, you must then leave the system on for 1 hour before trying again. 284 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 288
Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Models with Navigation System REAR PWR BUTTON REAR CTRL KNOB Overhead Screen Unit Features Models without Navigation System DVD Player REAR PWR BUTTON REAR CTRL KNOB CONTINUED 285 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 289
System Available on AUX) than the front seat occupants. The audio is broadcast through the supplied wireless headphones. The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY you turn on the system, the rear speakers are automatically turned off if the rear system selects a different entertainment 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 290
CDs are loaded in the CD changer, select CD. If a CD is loaded in the lower player, select DVD/AUX. Operating the DVD Player from the Front Control Panel The DVD player in your rear entertainment system can play DVD on. To close the screen, pivot it up until it latches. CONTINUED 287 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 291
Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Models with Navigation System REAR CTRL KNOB SEEK/SKIP BAR PLAY BUTTON Models without Navigation System PAUSE BUTTON REAR CTRL KNOB EJECT BUTTON PLAY BUTTON PAUSE SEEK/SKIP BAR BUTTON 288 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 292
in halfway, the drive will pull it in the rest of the way. PLAY Press the PLAY button if the DVD does not start playing automatically. PAUSE Press the chapter. EJECT Press the eject button to remove the DVD from the drive. To Return to Front Audio Controls To return front panel control to the front - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 293
the rear control panel, press the PWR button. Use the AM/ FM button, XM button, CD button, DVD/AUX button to select the entertainment source. The selected source will be shown in the display. Make sure the rear channels within the category when the radio is in the category mode. 290 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 294
select them by pressing the CD button. If a CD is loaded in the DVD player, press the DVD/AUX button. Press the button to skip to the beginning of the next track. Press the button to return to the beginning of the next song or passage. Press the button to change the tape direction. 291 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 295
Control Panel The video screen is for use by rear seat passengers only. The driver and front seat passenger should not try to view the screen while driving. Open the overhead screen by pushing the OPEN button. menu selection, then press the ENT button to enter your selection. 292 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 296
button again, the subtitle, audio, angle, sound characteristics, and personal surround logo are displayed (STATUS 2). To go back to play, press the DISP button. 293 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 297
go back to play without changing any setting, press the RETURN or SETUP button, or select ''Close'' by pressing the or button, then press the ENT button. When you select ''Play Mode'' by pressing the or button, the play mode setup menu is displayed above the ''Play Mode'' icon. 294 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 298
System Top Menu Audio The selectable languages vary from DVD to DVD, and this feature may not be available on some DVDs. Press the RETURN or ENT button to go back to the play mode setup menu. recorded with the selected language are also displayed next to the language. CONTINUED 295 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 299
ON'' by pressing the or button. If more than one subtitle language is available, you will see the language currently selected when you select ''ON'' in same scene. To change the angle, select ''Angle'' from the setup menu. You will see a submenu if there are different angles available. Select the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 300
To do a title search, select ''Title'' by pressing the or button. Change the number on the right submenu by pressing the or button, and press the . To do a chapter search, select ''Chapter'' by pressing the or button. Change the number on the right submenu by pressing the or button, and press the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 301
Input A numerical command can be issued to a DVD by inputting a two digit number, and a button number can be selected on the screen. Select the ''Num Input'' from the play mode setup menu. The screen will change Num Input display on the screen will change want to change the number automatically - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 302
Cinema, Music, or Voice, from the personal surround menu allows you to change the sound in your headphones to match the disc you are playing. button. The display changes as shown above. You can adjust these display settings: Back Light Contrast Brightness Tint CONTINUED Color 299 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 303
you want to set the display to the default setting, select ''Reset'' by pressing the or button, and, then pressing the ENT button. The display changes as shown above. Select ''Yes,'' and press the ENT button. You will see the message ''Default display settings applied'' on the display for 5 seconds - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 304
Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Screen Mode You can set the screen mode to these settings: Normal Wide Zoom Full Normal Wide Features Zoom Full CONTINUED 301 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 305
Of Contents Rear Entertainment System The selected setting will be highlighted in blue for one second, and the screen returns to the play mode in menu is displayed, and the current setting is highlighted in blue. Select the desired setting by pressing the or button, then press the ENT button. 302 - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 306
language used in the DISC menus, select ''Menu Lang'' by pressing the or button. You will see the submenu next to ''Menu Lang.'' CONTINUED 303 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 307
Italian, Dutch, and Japanese. If you want another language than those listed, you need to enter the code number of the desired language. Select ''other,'' and press the ENT button. The display changes as shown in the next column. If you select ''No,'' and press the ENT button, the display returns - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 308
Rear Entertainment System Audio Language Features If you select ''Yes,'' the display changes to the language code input mode. Select the first number digit using the , , , or button to ''Audio Language.'' Follow the same instructions you used to set the menu language. CONTINUED 305 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 309
by pressing the or button. You will see the submenu next to the ''Subtitle Language.'' Follow the same instructions you used to set the menu language. When you select ''Others'' at the bottom of the ''INITIAL is on, the louder sounds are lowered, and quieter sounds are increased. 306 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 310
mark to be displayed, select ''ON'' with the or button, and then press the ENT button. The display returns to the ''Others'' menu. CONTINUED 307 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 311
can place an auditory restriction by changing the parental control level. The higher menu. When you select and enter ''Yes,'' the display changes as shown above. To change the level, you need to enter your four digit automatically moves to ''ENT'' on the display. Press the ENT button on - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 312
Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Changing the Password Features If the system does you enter the password correctly, you can then change the parental control level. Once you correctly enter the password, press the or button to change the level, and then press the ENT button - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 313
Main Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System To change the password, select ''Password.'' You will see Repeat this until all four digits are entered. When you enter the fourth number, the cursor automatically moves to ''ENT'' on the display. Press the ENT button on the control panel. If - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 314
Menu Table Of Contents Rear Entertainment System Features If you forget the password, select ''Password,'' and press the button 10 times. The display changes as shown above. If you want to use the default password (1111), select ''Yes,'' and press the ENT button. The message ''Default password - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 315
the hinge. To reinstall it, reverse the procedure. If it takes several pushes on the button to operate the rear entertainment system, have your dealer replace the batteries as soon as possible. Battery type: BR3032 312 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 316
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device of DVDs available. Some - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 317
eject button. After ejecting the disc, check it for damage or deformation. If problem with the first disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take your vehicle to a dealer. Message ERROR F0 ERROR F2 Invalid region code Invalid disc Parental control active. Change 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 318
. When you remove the headphones, the earpieces automatically pivot inward, and the headphones turn off. When not in use, store the headphones in the pocket of either front seat. VOLUME DIAL Features Some state and local government agencies prohibit range. 315 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 319
environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal. Auxiliary input jacks and headphone connectors for the rear entertainment system are under the third row seat armrest on the driver's side. To access these connectors, open the cover by pulling up on the lever. 316 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 320
from standard video games and video equipment. Some video game power supplies may cause poor picture quality. V = Video jack L = Left audio jack R = Right audio jack There are two headphone connectors for the third row seat passengers. Each connector has its own volume control. 317 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 321
and valuables from theft. The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, and taillights door with the key or the remote transmitter. The security system automatically sets 15 seconds after you lock the doors, hood, and add other devices to it. 318 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 322
is not recommended for city driving, winding roads, slippery roads DECEL button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator down a hill, use the brakes to slow down. This will climbing a steep hill, the automatic transmission may downshift to hold button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE MAIN - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 323
Of Contents Cruise Control Changing the Set Speed You do this, your vehicle will slow down about 1 mph (1.6 km/h). Tap the brake pedal lightly with your foot. The CRUISE CONTROL indicator on the instrument panel will go out. foot on the brake pedal causes cruise control to cancel. 320 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 324
or less. Resuming the Set Speed When you push the CANCEL button or tap the brake pedal, the system remembers the previously set speed. To return to that speed, : Tap the brake pedal. Push the CANCEL button on the steering wheel. Push the CRUISE button on the steering wheel. 321 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 325
remote controlled devices around your home, such as garage doors, lighting, or people and objects are out of the way of the device to prevent potential injury or damage. When programming a in HomeLink before, you should erase any previously learned codes before training the first button. To do this, - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 326
Main Menu Table Of Contents HomeLink Universal Transceiver If you are training the second or third buttons, go directly to step 1. Features 323 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 327
operate the equipment. This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 324 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 328
type of phone is available through many phone makers and cellular carriers. You can also find an approved phone by visiting handsfreelink.honda.com, or by calling the HandsFreeLink consumer support at (888) 528-7876. In Canada, visit www.honda.ca, or call (888) 9HONDA-9. Features 325 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 329
page 351 . To make a call, see page 340 . NOTE: Your phone may not have phonebook import function. Visit handsfreelink.honda.com, or call the HandsFreeLink consumer support at (888) 528-7876. In Canada, call (888) 9-HONDA-9. You can see your phone's owner's manual for information. 326 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 330
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Microphone The HFL microphone is on the ceiling, between the front map lights change the volume level, use the audio system volume knob or the steering wheel wheel. NOTE: Ensure that you use the HFL buttons, not the NAVI buttons, to give HFL voice commands. 327 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 331
Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink the previous voice control command, and to cancel an operation. BLUETOOTH INDICATOR Information Display You will also see ''HANDS FREE LINK'' the audio display if your phone is linked to the Bluetooth compatible cell phone. When you are operating HFL, dialing or - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 332
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink How to Use HFL HFL is operated by the HFL Talk and Back buttons on the left side of the steering wheel. The next few pages provide instructions To hear a list of available options at any time, press general HFL information such as pairing or setting up the system 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 333
Bluetooth related device). Up to six phones can be paired to HFL. Your phone's battery may drain faster when it is paired to HFL. The following procedure works for most phones. If you cannot pair your phone to HFL with this procedure, refer to your phone's operating manual, visit handsfreelink.honda - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 334
information. HandsFreeLink is waiting to pair with a Bluetooth phone. From your phone, search for Bluetooth devices and select HandsFreeLink.'' HFL responds ''When prompted by your mobile phone, enter the pairing code: 1234 .'' : For example Go to Step 4. CONTINUED Features 331 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 335
NOTE: Steps 4 and 5 show a common way to get your phone into its discovery mode (searching for a Bluetooth related device). If these steps do not work on your phone, refer to the phone's operating manual. 3. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, if you say No, HFL responds ''Would you - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 336
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ''Phone setup.'' HFL responds ''Phone setup options are pair, edit, delete, list, status, next phone, and set pairing code 's phone.'' HFL responds ''The name has been changed.'' CONTINUED 333 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 337
pairing code. Press the Talk button and say a command.'' 2. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ''List.'' HFL responds by listing the name of each paired phone. When all phones paired to the system have been read, HFL responds ''The entire list has been read.'' 334 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 338
used, do this: To change from the currently linked phone to another paired phone, do this: 1. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ''Phone setup.'' HFL responds ''Phone setup options are pair, edit, delete, list, status, next phone, and set pairing code. Press the Talk button and - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 339
If you select the fixed mode, the HFL system will select a pairing code sequentially. To change the setting mode, do this: 1. Press and release the Talk will use this code when pairing to a Bluetooth device.'' 6. If the number is not correct, say ''No.'' HFL goes back to step 3. 336 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 340
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Setting Up the System You can select or change some settings for the HFL system. Here are the settings you can select or change. To do this, make sure your vehicle is parked safely, with your phone on and the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY say Yes or No.'' 337 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 341
Bluetooth . To enter your passcode, do this; To change your security passcode, do this: 1. Press and HFL responds ''System setup options are security, change passcode, call notification, auto transfer, and clear the Talk button. After the beep, say ''Change passcode.'' HFL responds ''What is the four - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 342
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 4. If the passcode is correct, HFL responds ''1, 2, 3, 4. Is this correct? Press the Talk button and say Yes or No.'' 5. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ''Yes.'' HFL responds ''Security passcode has been changed be displayed. Features 339 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 343
''Call'' or ''Dial.'' HFL responds ''Calling'' or ''Dialing.'' Once connected, you will hear the person you called through the audio speakers. To change the volume, use the audio system volume knob or the steering wheel volume controls. 4. To end the call, press the Back button. 340 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 344
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To make a call from the list shown on the navigation display, do this: Features 1. Press the INFO button to show the information screen, then select a ''Cellular Phonebook'' icon. 2. The screen is changed . Select a desired number to call. CONTINUED 341 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 345
, you will hear the person you called through the audio speakers. To change the volume, use the audio system volume knob or the steering wheel volume controls. 1. With your phone on and the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, press and release the Talk button. After the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 346
Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Sending Numbers or send. For example, say ''1, 2, 3.'' HFL responds ''1, 2, 3. Press the Talk button and continue to add numbers or say send.'' NOTE: To send a pound ( ), say ''pound.'' To send a star call will continue. Features 343 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 347
Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Receiving a ACCESSORY (I) position. With this function activated, you can also make a call by dialing with the number keys on the phone which has been paired to the HFL system. The automatic transferring function can be set to on or off. 344 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 348
transfer is disabled. Calls dialed on the phone do not automatically transfer to Bluetooth HandsFreeLink. Would you like to enable Auto Transfer? Press changes from on to off, HFL responds ''Auto transfer is disabled. Use the Transfer command at the HandsFree main menu to manually 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 349
Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Setting Up the you can store an account number and use it during a call to a menu-driven phone system. To add a name, do this: 3. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say the name the Talk button and say a name.'' 346 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 350
Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To edit the number of a button and continue to add numbers or say enter.'' 5. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ''Enter.'' HFL responds ''The number has been changed.'' To delete a name or No.'' CONTINUED 347 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 351
Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 4. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say connected, you will hear the person you called through the audio speakers. To change the volume, use the audio system volume knob or the steering wheel volume controls. 348 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 352
honda.com, or call the HandsFreeLink consumer support at (888) 528-7876. In Canada, call (888) 9-HONDA-9. You can see your phone's owner's manual for information. 1. With your phone on and the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY requires operation of your Bluetooth device. For safety, only 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 353
from a Bluetooth device.'' Go back size. With HFL, you can then automatically dial any name or number in the phonebook. NOTE: Your phone may not have phonebook import function. Visit handsfreelink.honda.com, or call the HandsFreeLink consumer support at (888) 528-7876. In Canada, call (888) 9-HONDA - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 354
Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Search Imported Phonebook: This to delete the imported phonebook data. PIN Number: This option allows you to add, change, or remove a PIN number for any phonebook that has been imported. To screen to select ''OK.'' CONTINUED 351 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 355
Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To search the not allow you to import your phone if your phone is not paired to HFL. For more information on pairing your cell phone to HFL, see page 330 . You can option'' screen. The display will change as shown above. 352 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 356
Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink The system will display a list of person's names, with the closest match to the name you entered at the top of . If the system does not find an exact match, say or select ''LIST'' when you finish entering the keyword. CONTINUED 353 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 357
Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink The following category icons will appear: Select the desired number from the list to make a call. To store a number in the Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Home Car Mobile Voice Work Other Pager Say or select ''Store in HandsFreeLink'' from the '' - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 358
Main Menu Table Of Contents Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To delete the imported phonebook Select a phonebook then select ''Delete Imported Phonebook'' from the ''Select an option'' screen. The display will change as shown above. Enter the PIN number. You cannot access a PIN protected phonebook if you - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 359
. The display will change as shown above. 1. Select the phonebook you wish to add the PIN number to. When you select the phonebook without a PIN icon, the display will change as shown above. 2. Enter the four-digit PIN number. You will be asked to re-enter the PIN to verify. 356 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 360
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To change a PIN number Features 1. Select the phonebook that you wish to change the PIN number for. The display will change as shown above. 2. Enter your current PIN number. 3. Enter your new four-digit PIN number. You will be asked to reenter the PIN to verify. 357 2009 - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 361
change passcode, call notification, auto transfer, and clear. Press the Talk button and say a command.'' 2. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ''Clear.'' HFL responds ''This process will clear all paired cleared.'' HFL responds ''The system has been cleared.'' 358 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 362
This process will also be required if without French name tags, the there are paired phones without following prompts will continue. English tags when changing from French to English. HFL responds If there are paired phones without ''For the system to identify phones French name tags, HFL responds - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 363
device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. For example, to change 359 . 360 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 364
SENSOR SYSTEM SWITCH The system has two front corner sensors, two rear corner sensors, and a rear center sensor. The rear center sensors work when the shift lever is in reverse (R), and the vehicle speed is less than 5 obstacles near your vehicle to make sure it is safe to park. 361 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 365
shown in the following tables. Indicator Upper left indicator stays on Upper left indicator stays on Beeper Short beeps Very short beeps Continuous beep 362 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 366
Parking Sensor System Rear Center Sensor Operation About 40 If the system develops a problem, you will see a ''CHECK PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM'' message on Check the sensors first. If the message stays on or the beeper does not stop, have the system checked by your dealer. CONTINUED 363 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 367
put any accessories on or around the sensors. The system may not function properly under these conditions: The sensors are covered with snow, ice, mud, etc. When the vehicle is on a rough road, on grass, or on a hill. After the vehicle has been sitting out in hot or cold weather. 364 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 368
. Touching the or button allows you to adjust the brightness of the rearview camera image. The camera brightness cannot be adjusted by voice control. 365 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 369
Canadian EX-L models REAR VIEW MONITOR Monitor brightness is adjusted automatically by sensors. If you use the monitor continuously at high an extended period of time. SENSOR SENSOR MONITOR OFF BUTTON If a bright light (such as sunlight) is shining on the inside mirror, the image may 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 370
first. Break-in period...368 Fuel Recommendation ...368 Service Station Procedures ...369 Refueling...369 Opening and Closing the Hood ...370 Oil Check ...371 Engine Coolant Check ...372 Fuel Economy ...373 Accessories and Modifications ...376 Carrying Cargo ...378 Before Driving 367 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 371
the first 200 miles (300 km). Do not change the oil until the scheduled maintenance time. Do not tow a trailer. You should also follow these recommendations with an overhauled or exchanged engine, or when the brakes are replaced. Fuel Recommendation Your vehicle is designed to operate on unleaded - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 372
be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Pull Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks, and flame away. Handle fuel only outdoors. Wipe up spills immediately. Before Driving TETHER FUEL FILL CAP FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE 1. Park with the driver's side closest to the service station - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 373
FUEL CAP'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 92 ). 6. Push the fuel fill door closed until it latches. 1. Park the vehicle, and set the parking brake. Pull the hood release handle located under the lower left corner of the dashboard. The hood will pop up slightly. 370 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 374
Contents Service Station Procedures Oil Check SUPPORT ROD Before Driving GRIP engine off before you check the oil. 1. Remove the dipstick (orange loop). 2. Wipe off the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Insert the dipstick all the way back into its hole. CONTINUED 371 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 375
below the lower mark, see Adding Engine Oil on page 426 . Look at the coolant level in the radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is between the MAX and MIN lines. If it is below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 430 for information on adding the proper coolant. 372 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 376
15,000 miles (20,000 km) per year multiplied by the cost per gallon (based on EPA fuel cost data) divided by the combined fuel economy. For more information on fuel economy ratings and factors that affect fuel economy, visit www. fueleconomy.gov (Canada: Visit www. vehicles.gc.ca) 373 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 377
possible If your vehicle has a manual transmission, you can boost your fuel economy by up shifting as early as possible. Idling Avoid excessive idling results in 0 miles per gallon. Rapid Drive moderately acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. 374 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 378
fresh-air ventilation when possible. Plan and combine trips Combine several short trips into one. A warmed-up engine is more fuel efficient than a cold one. Calculating Fuel Economy Measuring Techniques Checking Your Fuel Economy Miles driven Gallons of fuel Miles per Gallon Before Driving 100 - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 379
. Follow all instructions in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. When properly installed, cellular phones, alarms, two-way radios, and low-powered audio systems should not interfere with your vehicle's computer controlled systems, such as your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 380
can interfere with the operation of your vehicle's anti-lock brakes and other systems. Modifying your steering wheel or any other part of your vehicle's safety systems could make the systems ineffective. Before Driving If you plan to modify your vehicle, consult your dealer. 377 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 381
) In-floor storage Front door and seat-back pockets Rear cargo area, including the second row seats when removed, and the third row seat when folded flat Second row console Center pocket Rear compartment Roof-rack (if installed) However, carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 382
(4)The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the '' manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of Before Driving This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and accessories, and - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 383
) Cargo Weight (1,022 lbs) Example 2 Max Load (1,322 lbs) Passenger Weight (150 lbs x 4 = 600 lbs) Cargo Weight (722 lbs) Example 3 Max Load (1,322 lbs) Passenger Weight (150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs) Cargo Weight (572 lbs) Max load on EX-L and Touring models is used in the Examples. 380 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 384
be thrown about the vehicle during a crash or sudden stop. Before Driving If you carry large items that prevent you from closing the tailgate, exhaust gas can enter the passenger area. To avoid the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning, follow the instructions on page 60 . 381 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 385
does not exceed 150 lb (68 kg). GROCERY BAG HOOKS If you use an accessory roof rack, the roof rack weight limit may be lower. Refer to the information that came with your roof rack. Grocery Bag Hooks The grocery bag hooks on the back of the third row seats are designed to hold plastic grocery - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 386
planning to tow a trailer. Preparing to Drive ...384 Starting the Engine...385 Automatic Transmission...386 Parking ...390 Braking System...391 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...392 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA models ...399 Towing a Trailer ...404 Towing Your Vehicle ...411 Driving 383 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 387
your passengers have fastened their seat belts (see page 15 ). 10.When you start the engine, check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel, and the messages on the information display or multi-information display (depending on models) (see pages 65 , 66 , 77 , and 87 ). 384 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 388
all the way down, and hold it there while starting to clear flooding. If the engine still does not start, return to step 5. The engine is harder to start in cold weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400 meters) adds to this problem. Driving 385 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 389
information display (see page 88 ). D3 BUTTON SHIFT LEVER To shift from any position, press firmly on the brake pedal and press the release button on the side of the shift lever. You cannot shift out of Park when the ignition switch is in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position. 386 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 390
is necessary to stop briefly with the engine idling. Shift to the Park position if you need to leave your vehicle for any reason. Press on the brake pedal when you are moving the shift lever from neutral to another gear. Move the lever. Driving Press the D3 button. CONTINUED 387 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 391
gear when you come to a stop. Use second gear: For more power when climbing. To increase engine braking when going down steep hills. For starting out on a slippery surface or in deep snow. When driving downhill with a trailer. First (1) To shift from second to first, press the release button on the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 392
the shift lock release slot, then reinstall the cover. Make sure the notch on the cover is on the left side. Press the brake pedal, and restart the engine. If you need to use the shift lock release, it means your vehicle is developing a problem. Have it checked by your dealer. 389 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 393
uphill, turn the front wheels away from the curb. If the vehicle is facing downhill, turn the front wheels toward the curb. Make sure the parking brake is fully released before driving away. Driving with the parking brake partially set can overheat or damage the rear brakes. 390 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 394
brake pads need replacing, you will hear a distinctive, metallic screeching sound when you apply the brake pedal. If you do not have the brake pads replaced, they will screech all the time. It is normal for the brakes to occasionally squeal or squeak when you apply them. Driving 391 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 395
as soon as possible. On Touring models You will also see a ''CHECK ABS SYSTEM'' message on the multiinformation display (see page 89 ). Let the ABS work for you by always keeping firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal. This is sometimes referred to as ''stomp and steer.'' 392 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 396
to take a corner too fast or making a sudden lane change. Always drive at a safe speed for the road and weather conditions. ABS cannot prevent a loss of stability. Always steer moderately when you are braking hard. Severe or sharp steering wheel movement can still cause your vehicle to veer into - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 397
will also see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message on the multiinformation display if there is a problem with the VSA system. Without VSA, your vehicle still has normal braking and cornering ability, but it does not have VSA traction and stability enhancement. The VSA system automatically turns on every - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 398
Sizes Driving with varying tire or wheel sizes may cause the VSA to malfunction. When replacing tires, make sure they are of the same size and type as your original tires (see page 455 ). If you install the engine, even if you turned it off the last time you drove the vehicle. 395 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 399
or if the tire pressure is too low to continue driving, replace the tire with the compact spare tire (see page 465 ). If you cannot make the low tire pressure indicator go out after inflating the tires to the specified values, have your dealer check the system as soon as possible. 396 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 400
conditions, and drive into extremely hot conditions, the tire may become overinflated. However, the low tire pressure indicator will not come on if the tires are overinflated. Refer to page 450 for tire inflation guidelines. Although your tire pressure is monitored, you must manually check the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 401
wheels. It is recommended that you always have your tires serviced by your dealer or qualified technician. After you replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire, the low tire pressure indicator stays on. This is normal; the system is not monitoring the spare tire pressure. Manually check - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 402
for tire inflation guidelines. If there is a problem with the TPMS, this indicator begins to flash. It stops flashing after approximately 1 minute, then stays on. You will also see a ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display (see page 403 ). CONTINUED Driving 399 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 403
monitor the spare tire pressure. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure it is correct. This indicator and the warning message on the multi-information display will go off, after several miles (kilometers) driving, when the spare tire is replaced with the specified 400 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 404
System (TPMS) Tire Pressure Monitor On Touring models Touring models Driving To display the tire pressure monitor, press the INFO button until on, and the multiinformation display also interrupts the current display and shows a ''CHECK TIRE PRESSURE'' message. You can see one or more of the low - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 405
continue to drive up to about 125 miles (200 km). If you have a flat tire, take your vehicle to the nearest Honda dealer or authorized Michelin PAX System dealer. Changing a Tire with TPMS The tires on your vehicles are PAX tires, and you cannot replace or repair a flat tire. Replacement or repair - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 406
accept any interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Driving If there is a problem with the TPMS, the multi-information display shows a ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' message. Also, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator begins to flash, then stays on (see page 71 ). 403 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 407
be seriously hurt or killed. Check the loading of your vehicle and trailer carefully before starting to drive. Total Trailer Weight: The maximum affect your vehicle's handling and performance. It can also damage the engine and drivetrain. Tongue Load: The weight that the tongue of a 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 408
(GCWR): The maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle and trailer is 8,410 lbs (3,815 kg). 4 Driving Including driver. Based on 150 lbs (70 kg) per occupant. See page 407 for information about fluid coolers. 40% toward the rear, then re-adjust the load as needed. 405 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 409
gauge to check the tongue load the first time you set up a towing combination (a fully loaded vehicle and trailer), then recheck the tongue load whenever the conditions change. Towing Equipment and Accessories Towing generally requires a variety of supplemental equipment, depending on the size of - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 410
's wheels. Carefully follow the hitch maker's instructions for proper installation and adjustment. To help prevent overheating, a transmission fluid cooler and a power steering fluid cooler are required for trailer towing. These coolers are available only from your Honda dealer. 407 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 411
create a potential hazard. See your trailer dealer or rental agency for more information on installing electric brakes. Trailer lights and equipment must comply with federal, state, province, and local regulations. Check the requirements for the areas where you plan to tow, and use only equipment - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 412
vehicle and the trailer. Improper equipment or installation can cause damage to your vehicle's electrical system and affect your vehicle warranty. Spare Tires Additional Towing Equipment When towing a trailer, we recommend that you carry a full-size spare wheel and tire for your vehicle and trailer - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 413
When preparing to tow, and before driving away, be sure to check the following: The vehicle has been properly serviced, and the suspension, cooling system, and lights are in good operating condition. The trailer has been properly serviced and is in good condition. All weights and loads are within - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 414
the wheel right to move the trailer to the right. Parking When climbing hills, closely watch your temperature gauge. If it nears the red mark, turn the air conditioning off, reduce speed and, if necessary, pull to the side of the road to let the engine cool. If the automatic transmission shifts - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 415
Main Menu Table Of Contents 412 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 416
Fluid...433 Brake Fluid ...435 Power Steering Fluid ...436 Timing Belt ...436 Lights ...437 Cleaning the Seat Belts ...444 Floor Mats ...444 Dust and Pollen Filter ...444 Wiper Blades ...445 Wheels ...450 Tires ...450 Checking the Battery ...458 Vehicle Storage ...459 Maintenance 413 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 417
the battery and all fuel-related parts. Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air. Injury from moving parts. Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so. Improperly maintaining this vehicle, or failing to correct a problem before driving can - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 418
on until you cancel it by pressing the select/reset knob. The maintenance minder indicator will also come on, and the maintenance item code(s) for other scheduled maintenance items needing service will be displayed next to the engine oil life indicator. CONTINUED Maintenance 415 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 419
by pushing the select/reset knob on the instrument panel. When the remaining engine oil life is less than 5 percent, you will see a ''CHANGE OIL'' message on the information display, along with the same maintenance item code(s), every time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. When - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 420
and release the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel repeatedly, until the engine oil life is displayed. When the remaining engine oil life is 15 percent or less, the display shows a ''SERVICE DUE SOON'' message along with the maintenance item code(s) for other scheduled maintenance items needing - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 421
done as soon as possible. When the remaining engine oil life is less than 0 percent and you have not done the required maintenance, you will see the above display for several seconds. In this display, ''0'' will be blinking. The display then changes to ''SERVICE PAST DUE.'' 418 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 422
. Immediately have the indicated maintenance done by your dealer. All the maintenance items displayed on the information display or the multi-information display are in code. For an explanation of the maintenance codes, see page 424 . MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM MAINTENANCE SUB ITEMS 419 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 423
the select/reset knob for about 10 seconds. The engine oil life indicator and the maintenance item code(s) will blink. 4. Press the select/reset knob for more than 5 seconds. The maintenance items code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil life indicator will reset to ''100.'' 420 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 424
. 4. Press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. The maintenance item code(s) will disappear, and the engine oil life will reset to ''100.'' 5. If you want to cancel resetting, press the INFO button on the steering wheel. The display changes as shown. Press the SEL/ RESET button. This cancels - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 425
. Check your warranty booklet for more information. We recommend the use of Honda parts and fluids whenever you have maintenance done. These are manufactured to the same highquality standards as the original components, so you can be confident of their performance and durability. 422 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 426
appropriate page listed. Engine oil level Check every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 371 . Engine coolant level Check the radiator reserve tank every time you fill the fuel tank. See page 372 . Automatic transmission Check the fluid level monthly. See page 433 . Brakes Check the fluid level - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 427
1 Replace engine oil 1 and oil filter Inspect front and rear brakes Check parking brake adjustment Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots Suspension components Driveshaft boots Brake hoses and lines (including VSA) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Exhaust system Fuel - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 428
Table Of Contents Fluid Locations ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK (Orange loop) BRAKE FLUID (Black cap) POWER STEERING FLUID (Red cap) AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID DIPSTICK (Yellow loop) WASHER FLUID (Blue cap) Maintenance RADIATOR CAP ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR ENGINE OIL FILL CAP 425 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 429
Oil is a major contributor to your engine's performance and longevity. Always use a premium-grade 5W-20 detergent oil displaying the API Certification Seal. This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving, and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute's latest requirements. 426 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 430
is formulated for yearround protection of your vehicle to improve cold weather starting and fuel economy. Engine Oil Additives Your vehicle's engine does not require any oil additives. Additives may adversely affect engine or transmission performance and durability. Maintenance 427 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 431
the oil into an appropriate container. 3. Remove the oil filter, and let the remaining oil drain. A special wrench (available from your dealer) is required. Make sure the oil filter gasket is not stuck to the engine block. If it is, remove it before installing a new oil filter. 428 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 432
. Engine oil change capacity (including filter): 4.5 US qt (4.3 ) 7. Replace the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The oil pressure indicator should go out within 5 seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check your work. 8. Let the engine run for several minutes, then check the drain - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 433
50 percent distilled water. Never add straight antifreeze or plain water. If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may use another major-brand non-silicate coolant as a temporary replacement. Make sure it is a high-quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines. Continued use of any non - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 434
pushing down and turning counterclockwise. 3. The coolant level should be up to the base of the filler neck. Add coolant if it is low. Pour the coolant slowly and carefully so you do not spill. Clean up any spill immediately; it could damage components in the engine compartment. 431 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 435
page 89 ). Do not use engine antif reeze or a vinegar/water solution in the windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze can damage your vehicle's paint, while a vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield washer pump. Use only commercially-available windshield washer f luid. 432 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 436
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check the fluid level with the engine at normal operating temperature. 1. Park the vehicle on level ground. Start the engine, let it run until the radiator fan comes on, then shut off the engine dipstick, and check the fluid level. It should be between the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 437
damage components in the engine compartment. Always use Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission fluid). 6. Insert the dipstick all the way back into the transmission securely as shown in the illustration. Make sure the rubber cap on the dipstick fits in the dipstick guide and that you push - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 438
Main Menu Table Of Contents Brake Fluid Check the brake fluid level in the reservoirs monthly. Replace the brake fluid every 3 years, independent of mileage. Always use Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not available, you should use only DOT 3 or DOT 4 fluid, from a sealed container, as - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 439
shown in the maintenance minder schedule. Replace the belt at 60,000 miles (100,000 km) if you regularly drive your vehicle in one or more of these conditions: In very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C). In very low temperatures (under 20°F, 29°C). LOWER LEVEL Check the level on the side of the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 440
Of Contents Lights Headlight Aiming The headlights were properly aimed when your vehicle was new. If you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area or pull a trailer, readjustment may be required. Adjustments should be done by your dealer or other qualified technician. Replacing a Headlight Bulb - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 441
Lights Driver's side BULB TAB 5. Push the electrical connector back onto the bulb. Make sure it is on all the way. 6. Turn on the headlights to test the new bulb. 7. If you replaced the high beam headlight the headlight assembly by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 2. Pull the burned out - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 442
it clockwise to lock it in place. 4. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. Replacing a Front Parking/Side Marker Bulb 3. Insert the socket back into the headlight assembly. Turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 4. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. BULB - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 443
bulb by pushing on the tab and pulling the connector down. 4. Remove the bulb from the fog light assembly by turning it onequarter turn counterclockwise. Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to overheat and shatter. 440 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 444
. 3. Determine which of the two bulbs is burned out: turn signal or brake/taillight. 4. Remove the socket by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 5. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 441 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 445
Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Tailgate) 5. Turn on the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. 6. Reinstall the socket into the light assembly by turning it clockwise until it locks. 7. Reinstall the light of the two bulbs is burned out: taillight or back-up light. 3. Remove the socket by - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 446
Menu Table Of Contents Lights Replacing a High-mount Brake Light Bulb SCREWS 5. Press the brake pedal to make sure the new bulb is working. 6. Put the socket back into the light assembly, and turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 7. Reinstall the high-mount brake light assembly into the tailgate - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 447
the filter when this service is indicated by a maintenance message on the odometer/trip meter display or on the multi-information display. It should be replaced every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) if you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air, or if the flow - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 448
Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every 6 months. Replace them if you find signs of cracking in the rubber, and areas that are getting hard or if they leave streaks and unwiped areas when used. WIPER ARMS LOCK TAB To replace damage the hood and the arms. CONTINUED 445 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 449
edge, remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade, and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade. WIPER ARM blade assembly toward the wiper arm until it releases from the wiper arm. When replacing a wiper blade, make sure not to drop the wiper blade or wiper arm - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 450
to by the arrow. Make sure the tab on the blade assembly fits in the indent of the wiper blade and the blade is completely installed. Maintenance CONTINUED 447 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 451
Main Menu Table Of Contents Wiper Blades BLADE REINFORCEMENT To replace a rear wiper blade: 1. Disconnect the blade assembly from the wiper arm by , remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade, and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade. 448 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 452
Main Menu Table Of Contents Wiper Blades 5. Install the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. Make sure it locks in place. 6. Lower the wiper arm against the windshield its full length. Insert both ends of the blade into the holder. Make sure they are secure. Maintenance 449 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 453
clean the wheels, use a mild detergent and a soft brush or sponge. Using tires that are excessively worn or improperly inflated can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Follow all instructions in this owner's manual regarding tire inflation and maintenance. 450 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 454
Normal Driving Front: 33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm ) Rear: 35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm ) 235/65R16 103T Maintenance EX-L models Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front: 35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm ) Rear: 35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm ) 235/65R16 103T CONTINUED 451 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 455
Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front: 33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm ) Rear: 35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm ) Tire Inspection Every time you check of the tire. Replace the tire if you find either of these conditions. Cuts, splits, or cracks in the side of the tire. Replace the tire if you - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 456
service after 10 years from the date of manufacture, regardless of their condition or check the wheel alignment. Have your dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent vibration while driving. A tire should always be rebalanced if it is removed from the wheel. When you have new tires installed - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 457
do not, the tire pressure monitoring system will not work. Installing improper tires on your vehicle can affect handling and stability. This can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Always use the size and type of tires recommended in this owner's manual. 454 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 458
the PAX system. Tire Chains Mount tire chains on your tires when required by driving conditions or local laws. Install them only on the front tires. Because your vehicle has limited tire clearance, Honda strongly recommends using the chains listed below. All except Touring models 17 x 7J (TPMS - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 459
chassis, stop and investigate. Remove them as soon as you begin driving on cleared roads. Traction devices that are the wrong size or improperly installed can damage your vehicle's brake lines, suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are hitting any part of the vehicle. Using the wrong - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 460
tire, and never repair a PAX system tire by yourself. Repair or replacement must be done by a Honda dealer or an authorized Michelin PAX system dealer. If you must continue driving with a flat tire, follow all the procedures and precautions described on page 464 . Maintenance 457 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 461
to kill or seriously hurt you. Wear protective clothing and a face shield, or have a skilled technician do the battery maintenance. Check the condition of the battery monthly by looking at the test indicator window. The label on the battery explains the test indicator's colors. 458 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 462
fuel tank. Wash and dry the exterior completely. Clean the interior. Make sure the carpeting, floor mats, etc., are completely dry. Leave the parking brake off. Put the transmission in Park. Block the rear wheels. If the vehicle is to be stored for a longer period, it should be supported the engine - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 463
Main Menu Table Of Contents 460 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 464
...475 If the Engine Overheats ...477 Low Oil Pressure Indicator ...479 Charging System Indicator...479 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...480 Readiness Codes ...480 Brake System Indicator ...481 Fuses ...482 Fuse Locations ...485 Emergency Towing ...488 Taking Care of the Unexpected 461 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 465
instrument panel and a ''CHECK TIRE PRESSURE'' message air pressure and you can continue driving as before. If the indicator and the message come on again, you probably have a flat tire. In this case, you will see a ''PAX SYSTEM WARNING'' message on the multi-information display. 462 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 466
display changes to the above message, it means that ''RUN FLAT DRIVING'' is nearing the limit, and you have to stop driving soon. Take your vehicle to the nearest Honda dealer or authorized Michelin PAX system dealer as soon as possible. Taking Care of the Unexpected CONTINUED 463 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 467
on the multi-information display. Continuous driving after this message will make it impossible to repair the tire. If you cannot find a Honda dealer or an authorized Michelin PAX system dealer where you are driving, call the PAX help hotline at 1-877-PAXTIRE (1-877-729-8473). 464 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 468
see the tread wear indicator bars. The replacement should be the same size and design tire, mounted on the same wheel. The spare tire is not designed to be mounted on a regular wheel, and the spare wheel is not designed for mounting a regular tire. Taking Care of the Unexpected 465 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 469
Apply the parking brake. If you are towing a trailer, unhitch it. 2. Turn on the hazard warning lights, and turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle while you change the tire. 3. Open the tailgate. The jack is behind a cover in the cargo area on - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 470
bracket from the jack storage area by unscrewing the bracket mounting wing bolt. Remove the vinyl storage bag. 6. Move the seat belt out of the way by hanging the latch plate on the holder. 7. Fold down the third row seat (see page 181 ). Taking Care of the Unexpected CONTINUED 467 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 471
each wheel nut 1/2 turn with the wheel nut wrench. 12.Place the jack under the jacking point nearest the tire you need to change. Turn the end bracket clockwise until the top of the jack contacts the jacking point. Make sure the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch. 468 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 472
and hub with a clean cloth. Wipe the hub carefully; it may be hot from driving. Taking Care of the Unexpected Do not attempt to forcibly pry the wheel cover off with a screwdriver or other tool. The wheel cover cannot be removed without first removing the wheel nuts. CONTINUED 469 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 473
, and remove the jack. 18.Tighten the wheel nuts securely in a crisscross pattern. Have the wheel nut torque checked at the nearest automotive service facility. Tighten the wheel nuts to: 94 lbf·ft (127 N·m , 13 kgf·m) 19.Put the flat tire in the supplied vinyl storage bag. 470 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 474
Table Of Contents Changing a Flat Tire SPACER TIRE MOUNTING WING BOLT 23.Install the flat tire on the bracket with the inside of the wheel facing toward you. Install the tire mounting wing bolt to the bracket through one of the five wheel nut holes as shown. Poke a hole in the vinyl bag as needed - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 475
point. Put the spacer cone on the flat tire as shown. Poke holes in the vinyl bag. Secure the flat tire into the attachment point by tightening the tire mounting wing bolt through the center cap hole of the flat tire wheel. 5. Follow step 22 through 26 on pages 471 and 472 . 472 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 476
try to start the engine, either the battery is discharged or the connections are corroded. Check the condition of the battery and terminal connections (see page 458 ). You can then try jump starting the vehicle from a booster battery (see page 475 ). Taking Care of the Unexpected 473 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 477
Engine on page 385 . Are you using a properly coded key? An improperly coded key will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the instrument panel to blink rapidly (see page 143 ). Do you have fuel? Check the fuel gauge; the low fuel indicator may not be working. There may be an electrical problem - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 478
accessories: heater, A/C, climate control, audio system, lights, etc. Put the transmission in neutral or Park, and set the parking brake. BOOSTER BATTERY The numbers in the illustration show you the order to connect the jumper cables. Taking Care of the Unexpected CONTINUED 475 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 479
the other end to the positive ( ) terminal on the booster battery. 4. Connect the second jumper cable to the negative ( ) terminal on the booster battery. Connect the other end to the grounding strap as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to any other part of the engine. 476 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 480
side of the road. Put the transmission in Park, and set the parking brake. Turn off all accessories, and turn on the hazard warning lights. 2. If you see steam and/or spray coming from under the hood, turn off the engine. Wait until you see no more signs of steam or spray, then open - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 481
. If you do not have the proper coolant mixture available, you can add plain water. Remember to have the cooling system drained and refilled with the proper mixture as soon as you can. 10.Put the radiator cap back on tightly. Run the engine, and check the temperature gauge. If it goes back to the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 482
the road and shut off the engine. Turn on the hazard warning lights. 2. Let the vehicle sit for a minute. Open the hood, and check the oil level (see page 371 ). An engine very low on oil can lose pressure during cornering and other driving maneuvers. 3. If necessary, add oil to bring the level back - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 483
the readiness codes are set. Refer to Emissions Testing for more information (see page 506 ). If you keep driving with the malf unction indicator lamp on, you can damage your vehicle's emissions controls and engine. Those repairs may not be covered by your vehicle's warranties. 480 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 484
by your dealer immediately. If the brake system indicator comes on while driving, the brake fluid level is probably low. Press lightly on the brake pedal to see if it feels normal. If it does, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop at a service station (see page 435 ). On Touring - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 485
open it, push the tabs as shown. The secondary under-hood fuse box is behind the primary fuse box. SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX 482 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 486
all the fuses before deciding that a blown fuse is the cause. Replace any blown fuses, and check if the device works. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. Make sure the headlights and all other accessories are off. 2. Remove the cover from the fuse box. CONTINUED FUSE BLOWN FUSE - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 487
If you cannot drive the vehicle without fixing the problem, and you do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse of the same rating or a lower rating from one of the other circuits. Make sure you can do without that circuit temporarily (such as the accessory power socket or radio). If you replace the blown - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 488
Headlight Low Rear Defroster Coil Left Headlight High Small Lights Right Headlight High Right Headlight Low Motor Passenger's Fuse Box Battery IG1 Main Power Window Main Light ACM AS power Seat Slide AS power Seat Recline Rear Entertainment System : For some types CONTINUED 485 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 489
20 A Circuits Protected TPMS IG Coil Daytime Running Light LAF Radio Interior Lights Back Up Not Used Front Accessory Socket OPDS IG Wiper Rear Accessory Socket Left Power Sliding Door Closer Driver Power Seat Slide Pedal Position Adjustment Dr Power Seat Recline Power Tailgate Closer No. Amps. 18 - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 490
BOX Passenger's Side No. Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 30 A 15 A 20 A 15 A 7.5 A 20 A Circuits Protected Rear Blower Not Used DBW Door Lock Not Used Heated Seat Instrument Panel Right Power Sliding Door Closer Not Used : For some types Taking Care of the Unexpected No. Amps. 1 7.5 A STS Circuits - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 491
service or engine. Press on the brake pedal. Move the shift lever through all its positions. Shift to D position for 5 seconds, then to N. Turn off the engine. Release the parking brake. Leave the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) position so the steering wheel does not lock. 488 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 492
in the ACCESSORY (I) position, and make sure the steering wheel turns f reely bef ore you begin towing. Trying to lif t or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed to support the vehicle's weight. Taking Care of the Unexpected 489 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 493
Main Menu Table Of Contents 490 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 494
give you the dimensions and capacities of your vehicle and the Emissions Controls...503 The Clean Air Act ...503 Crankcase Emissions Replacement Parts...504 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...505 Emissions Testing ...506 Testing of Readiness Codes ...506 Technical Information 491 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 495
digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your engine compartment bulkhead. The VIN is also provided in bar code on the certification label. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) CERTIFICATION LABEL 492 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 496
Main Menu Table Of Contents Identification Numbers The engine number is stamped into the engine block. It is on the front. The transmission number is on a label on the side of the transmission. TRANSMISSION NUMBER Technical Information ENGINE NUMBER 493 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 497
Wheelbase Track Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type Capacities Fuel tank Change 1 Total Change 2 Including filter Without filter Total Automatic Change transmission Total fluid Windshield U.S. Vehicles Canada Vehicles washer reservoir Engine coolant Engine oil Front - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 498
Tires Size High Low Fog lights Front turn signal lights Front parking/side marker lights Rear turn signal lights Stop/Taillights Taillights Back-up lights License plate lights High-mount brake light Individual map lights Front Rear Vanity mirror lights Cargo area light Door courtesy light Battery - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 499
actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. 496 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 500
of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. Technical Information 497 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 501
below. TIRE LABELING EXAMPLE (1) Tire Size 102 Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the same size. Following is an example of tire size with an explanation of what each component means. 235/60R17 102T Load index (a numerical code associated with the maximum load the - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 502
radial) Nominal diameter at the rim seat in millimeters. Symmetric Load index (a numerical code associated with the maximum load the tire can carry). Speed symbol (an alphabetical code indicating the maximum speed rating). T Maximum Tire Load Max Load Technical Information 499 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 503
Explanation Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. 500 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 504
prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. Technical Information 501 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 505
on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. 502 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 506
Refueling Vapor Recovery The onboard refueling vapor recovery (ORVR) system captures the fuel vapors during refueling. The vapors are adsorbed in a canister filled with activated carbon. While driving, the fuel vapors are drawn into the engine and burned off. Technical Information 503 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 507
separate from the rest of your vehicle. Read your warranty manual for more information. The PGM-FI system uses sequential multiport fuel injection. It has three subsystems: air intake, engine control, and fuel control. The powertrain control module (PCM) uses various sensors to determine how - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 508
act on HC, CO, and NOx. Replacement units must be original Honda parts or their equivalent. The three way converter contributes to air pollution, and can impair your engine's performance. Follow these way catalytic converter ineffective. Keep the engine well maintained. Have your vehicle diagnosed - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 509
set in the onboard diagnostics for the emissions systems. These codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions. If the testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you will be requested to return - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 510
vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator pedal or the brake pedal. 9. Make sure the vehicle has been parked with the engine off for 30 minutes. If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see your dealer. Technical Information 507 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 511
Main Menu Table Of Contents 508 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 512
Main Menu Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information...510 Warranty Coverages ...511 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ...512 Authorized Manuals ...513 Warranty and Customer Relations 509 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 513
or general manager can help. Almost all problems are solved in this way. If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership's management, contact Honda Customer Service. U.S. Owners: American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Automobile Customer Service Mail Stop 500-2N-7A 1919 Torrance Boulevard - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 514
2009 warranty manual that came with your vehicle. warranties cover your vehicle's emissions control systems. Time, mileage, and coverage are conditional. Please read your warranty booklet for exact information. Original Equipment Battery Limited Warranty this warranty gives up Honda accessories - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 515
it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll motor vehicle safety from http://www.saf ercar.gov. 512 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 516
09 Honda Odyssey Service Manual 2005-09 Honda Odyssey Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 2005 Model Series Honda Odyssey Body Repair Manual 2009 Honda Odyssey Owner's Manual 2009 Honda Odyssey Navigation System Manual 2009 Honda Odyssey Honda Service History 2009 Honda Odyssey Quick Start Guide Order - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 517
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203 Additives, Engine Oil...427 Advanced Airbag System...30 Airbag (SRS) ...9, 25 Air Conditioning System ...210 Rear A/C Control ...216 Air Outlets (Vents) ...213, 220 Air Pressure, Tires ...451 Antifreeze ...431 Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Indicator ...69, 392 Operation ...392 Anti-theft, Audio System - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 519
Daytime Running Lights Indicator ...73 Dead Battery ...475 Defects, Reporting Safety...512 Defogger, Rear Window ...140 Defrosting the Windows ...214 Dimensions ...494 Dimming the Headlights ...136 Dipstick Automatic Transmission...433 Engine Oil ...371 Directional Signals...136 II 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 520
...211 Features, Comfort and Convenience ...209 Filling the Fuel Tank ...369 Filters Dust and Pollen Filter ...444 Oil ...428 Flashers, Hazard Warning...140 Flat Tire, Changing a ...466 Floor Mats ...176, 444 Floor Storage Area ...200 CONTINUED E Economy, Fuel ...373 INDEX III 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 521
140 Front Airbags ...9, 25 Front Seat ...168 Adjusting ...168, 169, 170 Heaters...183 Airbags ...9, 25 Fuel ...368 Fill Door and Cap...369 Gauge ...77 Octane Requirement ...368 Refueling...369 Reserve Indicator...74 Fuses, Checking the ...483 Gasoline ...368 Fuel Reserve Indicator ...74 Gauge ...77 - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 522
ABS (Anti-lock Brake) ...69, 392 Brake (Parking and Brake System) ...69, 481 Charging System ...67, 478 Cruise Control ...75 DRL (Daytime Running Lights) ...73 Indicators Fog Light ...73 Fuel Economy ...75 High Beam ...73 Key (Immobilizer System) ...70 Lights On ...73 Low Fuel ...74 Low Oil Pressure - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 523
...414 Malfunction Indicator Lamp .. 67, 480 Manual Sliding Doors...161 Meters, Gauges ...77 O Octane Requirement, Gasoline ...368 Odometer ...78, 85 Odometer, Trip ...78, 86 Oil Change, How to ...428 Change, When to ...415 Checking Engine ...371 Pressure Indicator ...67, 479 VI 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 524
Engine Oil and Filter ...428 Fuses ...482 Light Bulbs ...437 Timing Belt ...436 Tires ...454 Wiper Blades ...445 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ...24 Reporting Safety Defects...512 Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant ...372, 430 Retractable Center Tray ...195 Reverse Gear Position...387 Roof Rack - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 525
475 State Emissions Testing ...506 Steam Coming from Engine ...477 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...141 Anti-theft Column Lock ...144 Buttons...82, 282, 319 Stereo Sound System ...221 Storing Your Vehicle ...459 Second Row Plus-One Seat ...178 Sunglasses Holder ...197 Sun Visor...198 VIII 2009 Odyssey - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 526
...455 Tire, How to Change a Flat ...466 Tires ...450 Air Pressure ...451 Balancing ...453 Checking Wear ...452 Compact Spare ...465 DOT Tire Quality Grading ...496 Inflation ...450 Inspection ...452 Labeling ...498 Replacing ...454 Rotating...453 Service Life ...453 Snow ...455 Specifications - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 527
...459 Ventilation ...213 VIN ...492 Viscosity, Oil...427 W WARNING, Explanation of ...ii Warning Labels, Location of ...61 Warranty Coverages ...511 Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level ...432 Level Indicator ...74 Operation ...134 Wheels Adjusting the Steering ...141 Alignment and Balance - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 528
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Service Information Summary Gasoline: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of 87 or higher. Fuel Tank Capacity: 21 US gal (80 ) Recommended Engine Oil: API Premium grade 5W-20 detergent oil (see page 426 ). Oil change capacity (including filter): 4.5 US qt (4.3 ) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda - 2009 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 532
and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold. This owner's manual covers all models of the Odyssey. You may find descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your particular model. ZIP CODE/ POSTAL CODE The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at
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One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to
read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and
convenience items. Afterwards, keep this owner’s manual in your vehicle so
you can refer to it at any time.
Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet
thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights
and responsibilities.
Maintaining your vehicle according to the schedules given in this manual
helps to keep your driving trouble-free while it preserves your investment.
When your vehicle needs maintenance, keep in mind that your dealer’s staff
is specially trained in servicing the many systems unique to your vehicle.
Your dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer
any questions and concerns.
As you read this manual, you will
find information that is preceded by
a
symbol. This
information is intended to help you
avoid damage to your vehicle, other
property, or the environment.
Congratulations! Your selection of a 2009 Honda Odyssey was a wise
investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure.
Introduction
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2009
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