2010 Honda Odyssey Owner's Manual
2010 Honda Odyssey Manual
2010 Honda Odyssey manual content summary:
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Congratulations! Your selection of a 2010 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 2
the permission of the vehicle owner. Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about verify emissions law requirements and/or help technicians diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with data from other sources - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 4
Relations (U.S. and Canada only) (warranty and contact information)...507 Authorized Manuals (U.S. only) (how to order) ...511 Index ...I Service Information Summary (fluid capacities and tire pressures) 1 00X31-SHJ-6500 © 2009 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 5
need to take your vehicle to the dealer for maintenance service. There is also a list of things to check and instructions on how to check them. Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to handle them. Technical Information ID - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 6
DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM BUTTONS (P.184) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.186) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.369) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.370) PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.192) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.203) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK 210) Vehicle with navigation system is shown. : If equipped 3 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 7
BLUETOOTH STEERING WHEEL MULTI-INFORMATION HANDSFREELINK ADJUSTMENT 3 BUTTONS 3 (P.82) BUTTONS (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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 8
Airbag Off Indicator Works ...35 Airbag Service ...36 Additional Safety Precautions ...37 Protecting Back Seat ...39 The Passenger's Front Airbag Can Pose Serious Risks ...39 If You Must Drive Adjust the Front Seats ...12 3. Adjust the Seat-Backs ...13 4. Adjust the Head Restraints ...14 5. Fasten - 2010 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 10
during a crash. Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around (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) - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 11
. A good position reduces the risk of injury from an inflating airbag and allows you to get the best advantage from the airbag. Of course, seat belts cannot completely protect you in every crash. But in most and all Canadian provinces and territories require you to wear seat belts. 8 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 12
rear seating positions during a moderate to severe side impact or rollover (see page 33 for more information on how your side curtain airbags work). CONTINUED 9 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 15
possible while allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle. Have a front passenger adjust their seat as far to the rear as possible. 12 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 16
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 adjust their seatback to a comfortable, upright position. CONTINUED Driver and Passenger Safety 13 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 17
's active head restraints work. Adjust the driver's head restraint so the center of the back of your head rests against the center of the restraint. Have passengers adjust their head restraints properly as well. Taller persons should adjust their restraint as high as possible. 14 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 18
your upper body. Driver and Passenger Safety Improperly positioning the seat belts can cause serious injury or death in a crash. Make sure all seat belts are properly positioned before driving. Position the lap part of the shoulder, you need to adjust the seat belt anchor height. 15 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 19
Adults and Teens Never place the shoulder portion of a lap/shoulder belt under your arm or behind your back. This could cause Using the Lap/Shoulder Belt in the Center Position of the Third Row LATCH PLATE very holding slots in the ceiling, and pull out the seat belt to extend it. 16 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 20
slot on the side of the anchor buckle. Line up the triangle marks on the plate and buckle when reattaching the belt and buckle. 17 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 21
belts, it is very important that they continue to sit upright, well back in their seats, with their feet on the floor, until the vehicle seat can be seriously or fatally injured in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by an inflating front airbag. Sitting improperly - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 22
okay for you to drive. Additional Safety Precautions Never let passengers ride in the cargo area or on top of a foldeddown back seat. If they the best way to protect yourself and your unborn child when driving or riding in a vehicle is to always wear a seat belt, and keep the lap part of 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 23
not put any accessories on seat belts. Devices intended to improve Do not attach or place objects on the front airbag covers. Objects on Do not cover or replace front seatback covers without consulting your dealer. Improperly replacing occupant comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 24
ON (II) position. If either the driver or a front passenger does not fasten their seat belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals. On Touring models Driver and should not come on and the beeper should not sound. CONTINUED 21 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 25
belt, press the red PRESS button on the buckle. Guide the belt across your body so that it retracts completely. After exiting the vehicle 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 51 ). 22 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 26
with a detachable seat belt that has two parts: a small latch plate and an anchor buckle. The detachable seat belt should normally be latched whenever the seat-backs are in an upright position. For more information help hold the driver and a front passenger in position. CONTINUED 23 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 27
the belt may correct the problem (see page 444 ). Any belt that is not in good condition or working properly will not provide good protection and should be replaced as soon as possible. Honda provides a limited warranty on seat belts. See your Honda Warranty Information booklet for details. If - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 28
's Weight Sensors/ OPDS Sensors Control Unit (14) Rear Safing Sensor (15) Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Indicator (15) (1) (10) (5) (11) (4) (7) (14) (11) (8) (11) CONTINUED (3) (11) 25 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 29
SRS (supplemental restraint system) front airbags. The driver's airbag is stored in the center of the steering wheel; the front passenger's airbag is stored in the dashboard. Both are marked ''SRS AIRBAG'' (see page the passenger's front airbag will be turned off (see page 30 ). 26 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 30
. An indicator on the instrument panel that alerts you to a possible problem with your airbags, sensors, or seat belt tensioners (see page 34 's front airbag has been turned off (see page 35 ). Emergency backup power in case your vehicle's electrical system is disconnected in a crash 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 31
Additional Information About Your Airbags During a frontal crash, your seat belt restrains your lower body and torso, and the airbag helps protect your head and chest. Although both airbags interfere with the driver's visibility, or the ability to steer or operate other controls. 28 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 32
This is 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 as it is safe to by the seat belt. Driver and Passenger Safety CONTINUED 29 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 33
cover the sensors, or put any cargo or metal objects under the front seats. Failure to follow these instructions the severity of the impact. If there is a problem with the sensor, the SRS indicator will come on has weight sensors under the seat. Although Honda does not encourage carrying an infant or - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 34
row seat. Hanging heavy items on the front passenger seat, or placing heavy items in the seat-back pocket. Second-row passengers should not wedge objects or intentionally force their feet under the front passenger seat belt tensioner on the affected side. This includes: CONTINUED 31 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 35
, the passenger's side airbag will deploy even if there is no passenger. To get the best protection from the side airbags, front seat occupants should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats. Side Airbag Cutoff System Your vehicle has a side airbag cutoff system designed - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 36
side of the vehicle. In a Rollover To get the best protection from the side curtain airbags, occupants should wear their seat belts and sit upright and well back in their seats. Driver and Passenger Safety If the rollover on the driver's or the passenger's side of the vehicle. 33 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 37
indicator stays on after the engine starts. If the indicator comes on or flashes on and off while you drive. On Touring models You will also see a ''CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display ( as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you to a possible problem. 34 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 38
then go off (see page 68 ). If it doesn't come on, stays on, or comes on while driving without a passenger in the front seat, have the system checked. On Touring models U.S. Canada How the the front passenger's seat. It does not mean there is a problem with the airbag. CONTINUED 35 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 40
your airbags. Together, airbags and Do not expose the front passenger's seat-back to liquid. If water or Do not remove or modify a front seat accommodate a person with disabilities, first contact Honda Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009. Driver and Passenger Safety 37 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 41
know how to properly protect child passengers. If you have children, or ever need to 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 42
children aged 12 and under be properly restrained in a back seat. Some states have laws restricting where children may ride. Children who ride in back are less likely to be injured by striking interior vehicle parts during a collision or hard braking. Also, children cannot be injured by an inflating - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 44
Protecting Children If You Must Drive with Several Children Your vehicle has two rows of back seats where children can be properly restrained. If you ever have to carry a group of children, and same seat belt. If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash. CONTINUED 41 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 45
. children learn how to unlock vehicle doors, turn on the ignition switch, and open the tailgate, which can lead to accidental injury or death. 42 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 46
Protecting Infants and Small Children Protecting Infants Only a rear-facing child seat provides proper support for a baby's head, neck, and back. Two types of seats may be used: a seat designed exclusively for infants, or a the seat, and the child is at least one year old. 43 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 47
seat. Of the different seats available, we recommend those that child seat in the back seat, not the front. Many size and weight requirements to transition from a rear-facing child seat to a forward facing seat. Know the requirements where you are driving and follow the child seat instructions - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 48
placing a forward-facing child seat in a back seat, not the front. Placing a turn the passenger's front airbag off (see page 35 ), a back seat is the safest place for a small child. If it child seat in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, and properly restrain the child. Driver and - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 49
Selecting a Child Seat When buying a child seat, you need to choose either a conventional child seat, or one designed for use with the Lower Anchors and Tethers for we recommend that you test the seat in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where the seat will be used. 46 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 50
facing child seat is used in all examples, but the instructions are the same for rearfacing child seats. Driver and Passenger Safety secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt or with the LATCH (Lower forward and from side-to-side to verify that it is secure. 47 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 51
center seating position of the third row. The lower anchors are located between the seat-back and seat bottom, and are to be used only with a child seat designed for to the child seat maker's instructions. Some LATCH-compatible seats have a rigid-type connector as shown above. 48 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 52
have, follow the child seat maker's instructions for adjusting or tightening the fit. 5. the legs of the head restraint, over the seat-back and through the grab rail. 6. Attach the tether then tighten the strap according to the seat maker's instructions. If the tether strap is too long and cannot - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 53
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 54
system, all child seats must be secured to the vehicle with the lap part of a lap/ shoulder belt. In addition, the lap/shoulder belts route the belt through the child seat according to the seat maker's instructions, then insert the latch plate into the buckle and remove any slack 51 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 55
upright during normal 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 56
, we recommend using a tether whenever one is required or available. TETHER ANCHORAGE POINT Second Row Installation Driver and Passenger Safety bucket seat has a tether anchorage point at the bottom of the seat-back. 1. After properly securing the child seat (see page 51 ), lift the - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 57
sure the strap is not twisted. 3. Tighten the strap according to the seat maker's instructions. If the tether strap is too long and cannot be tightened firmly, find a route has an anchorage point on the seat-back. The center seating position of the third row has an anchorage point on the tailgate - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 58
seating position) Slide the anchor cover to open it. 3. After properly securing the child seat (see page 51 ), route the tether strap over the top of the seat-back. TETHER STRAP HOOK ANCHOR strap is not twisted. 5. Tighten the strap according to the seat maker's instructions. 55 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 59
sit in a back seat on a booster seat and wear the lap/ shoulder belt. The following pages give instructions on how to must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far back as possible, use a booster seat if needed, have the the way back against the seat? 2. Do the child's knees bend comfortably over - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 60
the lap part of the Booster Seat to drive. Booster seats can be high-back or low-back. Whichever style instructions. If a child who uses a booster seat must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far back seat should ride in a back seat and use a or booster's seat-back. A child of this height - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 61
position. A side airbag also poses risks. If any part of a larger child's body is in the path of a deploying side airbag, the 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 62
could result Do not put any accessories on a seat belt. Devices intended to in serious neck injuries during a crash. Do not let a child put the shoulder part of a seat belt behind the back or under the arm. This could If they do, they could be very seriously injured in a crash. 59 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 63
not enter the vehicle in normal driving if you maintain your vehicle properly air flow can pull exhaust gas into your vehicle's interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with system/climate control system as follows: 1. Select the fresh air mode. mode. 2. Select the 3. Set the fan - 2010 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 65
Safety Labels DOORJAMB U.S. models Canadian models RADIATOR CAP 62 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 66
Pocket ...202 Accessory Power Sockets...203 AC Power Outlet ...203 Interior Lights ...205 Instruments and Controls Control Locations ...64 Instrument Panel ...65 Instrument Panel Indicators ...67 Gauges ...77 Multi-Information Display ...81 Controls Near the Steering Wheel ...133 63 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 67
BOXES (P.201) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM BUTTONS (P.184) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.186) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.369) PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.192) Vehicle with navigation system is shown. HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.370) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.203) AUXILIARY INPUT JACK (P.283) RETRACTABLE - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 68
INDICATOR (P.70, 394) POWER SLIDING DOOR INDICATOR (P.75) LIGHTS ON INDICATOR (P.73) IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.70) FUEL LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.71, 396) TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR (P.72, 397) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.75) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 69
LIGHT INDICATOR (P.73) FUEL ECONOMY INDICATOR (P.75) HIGH BEAM INDICATOR (P.73) VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR (P.70, 394) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.70, 394) CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P.75) LOW TIRE PRESSURE/TPMS INDICATOR (P.71, 399) CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR (P.75) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 70
. On Touring models Charging System Indicator If this indicator comes on when the engine is running, the battery is not being charged. For more information, see page 477 . On Touring models You will also see AIRBAG SYSTEM'' message on the multi-information display (see page 88 ). 67 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 71
is turned to the ON (II) position. If either of you do not fasten your seat belt while driving, the beeper will sound and the indicator will flash again at regular intervals. For more information, see page AIRBAG OFF'' message on the multi-information display (see page 89 ). 68 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 72
not fully released can damage the brakes and tires. On Touring models U.S. Canada 2. If it remains on after you have fully 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 479 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 73
turn the ignition switch from the ON (II) position to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position. Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) System 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 ). 70 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 74
multiinformation display, and determine the cause. If it is because of a flat tire, have the flat tire repaired as soon as possible. If two or more tires are underinflated, call a professional towing service. For more information, see page 486 . Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 71 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 75
a problem with the tire pressure more information, see page 402 . Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator On problem with the TPMS. With this indicator on, the low tire pressure indicator will not come on when a tire signal bulbs is burned out (see pages 438 and 441 ). Replace the bulb as - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 77
) position. If it comes on at any other time, there is a problem in the power tailgate 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 78
wheel there is a problem in the power sliding door manually. For more lights in the indicator come on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. On Touring models The door and tailgate open indicator also appears on the multi-information display. 75 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 79
resets it after completing the required maintenance service. This indicator comes on when there is a system message on the multiinformation display. Press the INFO button on the steering wheel (see page 82 ) to see the security system is set. For more information, see page 318 . 76 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 80
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 FUEL GAUGE TEMPERATURE GAUGE MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY SELECT/RESET KNOB Avoid driving with an extremely low f uel level. Running out of f - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 81
INDICATOR Odometer The odometer shows the total distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in Canadian models. It is illegal under U.S. federal law . On Touring models For information about the multiinformation display, see page 81 . 78 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 82
temperature sensor is in the front bumper. The temperature reading can be affected is displayed. In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing value, release the select/ reset knob. You should see the new outside temperature displayed. Instruments and Controls 79 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 83
life and maintenance service items when the your vehicle needs for continued troublefree driving. Refer to page 415 for off after several days of normal driving once you tighten or replace the fuel fill cap. To after several days of normal driving once the cap is tightened or replaced. If the MIL does - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 85
. To change the display, press the INFO button on the steering wheel repeatedly until the desired information appears (see page 84 ). RANGE: The miles, so it will vary with changes in speed, traffic, etc. When the battery is disconnected, or you refuel, RANGE is also reset. 82 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 86
. You can customize the ELAPSED TIME reset conditions on the multi-information display (see page by pressing the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel, or the select/reset knob on the instrument panel the Trip A and AVERAGE FUEL A reset condition on the multi-information display (see page 112 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 87
a part of the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS). See page 401 for more information. Pressing the INFO button again brings the display back to the initial display of the trip computer ''INST. MPG'' (U.S. models) or ''INST. L/ 100 km'' (Canadian models). Press the INFO button 84 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 88
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 total distance your vehicle has been driven. It measures miles in U.S. models and kilometers in Canadian models. It is - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 89
B'' by pressing the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel, or the select/reset knob in the instrument panel. To FUEL A reset condition on the multi-information display (see page 112 ). MAINTENANCE SERVICE ITEM (S) ENGINE the engine oil life and maintenance service items when the ignition switch is - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 90
is in the front bumper. The temperature reading proper temperature is displayed. In certain weather conditions, temperature readings near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could display (see page 110 ). System Messages If there is a problem with your vehicle, for example the engine oil level is low 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 91
Multi-Information Display See page 95, 362 See page 11, 92 See page 21, 91 U.S. Canada See page 98, 479 See page 96, 402 See page 95, 399 See page 97, 477 See page 97, 477 See page 98, 478 See page 98 See page 34, 99 U.S. Canada See page 92, 479 U.S. Canada See page 94, 479 88 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 92
35, 95 See page 100, 138 See page 94 See page 93 See page 94 : Canadian model only U.S. Canada See page 100, 160 CONTINUED 89 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 93
5 seconds elapsed, press the INFO button on the steering wheel. The system message(s) triggers the appropriate indicator(s) on the instrument panel, including the system message indicator, to come on. The system message indicator does not go off until the problem(s) is corrected. 90 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 94
on or come on again at regular intervals until the problem is corrected: FASTEN SEAT BELT FASTEN PASSENGER SEAT BELT RELEASE PARKING BRAKE WARNING: APPROACHING OBJECT You can see the message(s) again by if you ignore it and do not fasten the seat belt while driving. CONTINUED 91 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 95
(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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 96
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. message should go off after several days of normal driving once you tighten or CONTINUED 93 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 97
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 479 ). If you will see ''WASHER FLUID LOW'' on the multi-information display. 94 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 98
(TPMS). This message, and the indicator to the left of the message, is part of the parking sensor system. If you are approaching too close to an object, you will see ''WARNING: APPROACHING OBJECT'' on the display and hear a beeper. See page 362 for more information. CONTINUED 95 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 99
. If there is a problem in the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), you will see ''CHECK TPMS SYSTEM'' on the multi-information display. If you see this message, the TPMS is not monitoring tire pressures. Have the TPMS checked by your dealer as soon as possible (see page 402 ). 96 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 100
Engine Oil Level Check Charging System Instruments and Controls If there is a problem with the vehicle stability assist (VSA) system, you will see ''CHECK VSA the multi-information display, it means the battery is not being charged. See page 477 for more information. CONTINUED 97 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 101
panel will also come on. See page 479 for more information. If there is a problem with the automatic transmission, you will see ''CHECK TRANSMISSION'' on the multi-information display. Avoid rapid acceleration, and have the transmission checked by a dealer as soon as possible. 98 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 102
there 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 ). If there is a problem with the parking sensor system - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 103
SLIDING DOOR.'' See page 166 for more information. If there is a problem with the power tailgate, the display shows ''CHECK POWER TAILGATE.'' See page display, there is a problem in the high beam headlight's circuit. Take your vehicle to a dealer to have it checked. 100 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 104
the settings under these conditions: If you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK settings, select ''CHANGE SETTING,'' and follow the instructions on page 106 . If you want the settings on page104. Use the INFO button on the steering wheel to see the settings, and the SEL/RESET - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 105
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 Page 108 110 112 114 116 118 120 : Default setting 102 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 106
KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT SECURITY RELOCK TIMER WIPER SETUP (P. 131) DEFAULT ALL FRONT WIPER ACTION The exterior lights flash each time you press the LOCK or UNLOCK button. A beeper will also sound when 123 125 Instruments and Controls 127 129 131 104 : Default setting 103 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 108
Instruments and Controls If ''DEFAULT ALL'' is not completed successfully, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the display goes back to the normal message mode. Repeat the procedure to select ''DEFAULT ALL.'' If you want to cancel ''DEFAULT ALL,'' select ''CANCEL,'' then press - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 109
preference. Here are the settings you can customize: METER SETUP (see page 107 ) POSITION SETUP (see page 116 ) LIGHTING SETUP (see page 118 ) DOOR · WINDOW SETUP (see page 122 ) WIPER SETUP (see page 131 ) While your selection. Press the SEL/RESET button Press the INFO button 106 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 110
RESET (see page 114 ) While ''METER SETUP'' is displayed, press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. Then, press the INFO button repeatedly. Each time you press the INFO button, the display changes as shown pages. CONTINUED Press the INFO button Instruments and Controls 107 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 111
the multi-information display is showing ''METER SETUP,'' press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. The display changes to ''LANGUAGE SELECTION.'' Press the SEL/RESET button again to enter the language the INFO button, and press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. 108 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 112
to the screen shown above for several seconds, then goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' All messages on the multiinformation display will , you will see the above display for several seconds, then the display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' Repeat the setup. To exit ''LANGUAGE SELECTION,'' press the - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 113
following section. While the multi-information display 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 you will see '' , then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. 110 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 114
see the above display for several seconds, and then the display changes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' If you fail to enter the desired adjustment , you will see the above display for several seconds, then the display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' Repeat the adjustment. To exit ''ADJ. OUTSIDE TEMP. - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 115
display shows ''METER SETUP'' of the ''CUSTOMIZE GROUP,'' press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. The display changes to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' Press the INFO button repeatedly until you see ''TRIP A the INFO button. Enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. 112 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 116
see the above display for several seconds, and then the display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' If you fail to enter your selection, you will see the above display for several seconds, then the display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' Repeat the setup. To exit ''TRIP A RESET WITH - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 117
SETUP'' of the ''CUSTOMIZE GROUP,'' press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. The display changes to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' Press the INFO button repeatedly until you repeatedly until the desired condition appears, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. 114 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 118
will see the above display for several seconds, and the display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' If you fail to 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 ''ELAPSED TIME RESET,'' press - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 119
for remote transmitter use. Memory Position Setup While the multi-information display shows ''POSITION SETUP,'' press the SEL/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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 120
will see the above display for several seconds, then the display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' If you fail to 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 ''MEMORY POSITION LINK,'' press - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 121
LIGHT DIMMING TIME'' as shown above. Press the SEL/RESET button. The display changes as shown above. Each time you press the INFO button, the highlighted number changes from ''15 sec,'' to ''30 sec,'' and then to ''60 sec.'' To make your selection, press the SEL/RESET button. 118 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 122
the above display for several seconds, and then the display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' If you fail to enter your selection, 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 123
switch and close the 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 , then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. 120 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 124
see the above display for several seconds, and then the display goes back to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' If you fail to 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,'' - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 125
While the multi-information display shows ''DOOR · WINDOW SETUP,'' press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. Each time you press the INFO button, the display changes as shown in the next column. To customize described on the following pages. Press the INFO button 122 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 126
shows ''DOOR · WINDOW SETUP'' press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. The display changes to ''AUTO DOOR LOCK'' as shown above. Press the SEL the desired condition appears, then press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 123 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 127
MENU.'' If you fail to 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 ''AUTO DOOR LOCK,'' press the INFO button until you see ''EXIT,'' then press the SEL/RESET button. 124 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 128
display shows ''DOOR·WINDOW SETUP,'' press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. Then press the INFO button once. The display changes to ''AUTO DOOR UNLOCK the INFO button repeatedly until the desired condition appears, and press the SEL/RESET button to enter your selection. Instruments - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 129
MENU.'' If you fail to 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 ''AUTO DOOR UNLOCK,'' press the INFO button until you see ''EXIT,'' then press the SEL/RESET button. 126 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 130
When you push the LOCK button on the remote transmitter, some exterior lights flash, and a beeper sounds when you push the LOCK button again WINDOW SETUP,'' press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. Then press the INFO button repeatedly until you see ''KEYLESS . CONTINUED 127 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 131
changes to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' If you fail to 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 ''KEYLESS LOCK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT,'' press the INFO button until you see ''EXIT,'' then press the SEL - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 132
While the multi-information display shows ''DOOR·WINDOW SETUP,'' press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. Then press the INFO button repeatedly until you see ''SECURITY RELOCK TIMER'' as shown above. Press enter your selection by pressing the SEL/ RESET button. CONTINUED 129 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 133
to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' If you fail to 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 ''SECURITY RELOCK TIMER,'' press the INFO button until you see ''EXIT,'' then press the SEL/RESET button. - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 134
With ''WIPER SETUP'' shown on the multi-information display, press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. The display changes to ''FRONT WIPER ACTION'' as shown above. Press the SEL/RESET button. The SEL/ RESET button. Front Wiper Action Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 131 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 135
to ''CUSTOMIZE MENU.'' If you fail to 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 ''FRONT WIPER ACTION,'' press the INFO button until you see ''EXIT,'' then press the SEL/RESET button. - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 136
ADJUSTMENT 3 BUTTONS (P.327) (P.141) 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 137
more information. 1. MIST 2. OFF Intermittent 3. INT 4. LO Low speed 5. HI High speed 6. Windshield washers Push the right lever up or down to select a position. 134 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 139
light switch on and turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position. If you leave the lights back to return to low beams. To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back. 136 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 140
you turn on the lights manually when driving at night or in a dense fog, or when you enter dark areas such as long tunnels or parking facilities. SENSOR Instruments and Controls The automatic lighting feature is controlled by a sensor located on top of the dashboard. Do not cover this sensor or - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 141
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 and get out, the lights turn off after 10 minutes. The lights turn on again when - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 142
BRIGHTNESS LEVEL The select/reset knob on 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 you adjust it. It goes out 5 seconds after you finish adjusting. 139 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 143
vents to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all outside turn the instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive. The defogger wires on the inside of the rear - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 145
, EX-L and Touring models KEY NUMBER TAG MASTER KEYS (Black) VALET KEY (Gray) LX and Canadian DX models MASTER your keys. You 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, dry them - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 146
to the ACCESSORY (I) problems could result that may make your vehicle inoperable. If you have lost your key and you cannot start the engine, contact your dealer. As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions conditions - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 147
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 audio system and the accessory power before you can remove the key from the ignition switch. 144 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 148
Some exterior lights will flash 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 exterior lights will flash tailgate. Some exterior lights will flash once. - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 149
Replacing the Transmitter Battery 4. Remove the old battery from the back of the inner cover, and note the polarity. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same ( side facing down), then insert it into the back of the cover. BATTERY TAB SCREW An improperly disposed of battery - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 150
. Some exterior lights will flash twice 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 the exterior lights will flash . Some exterior lights will flash once - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 152
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 in any liquid. If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer. Instruments and Controls movement 149 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 153
as possible. Battery type: CR2025 To replace the battery, separate the halfs by carefully prying on the edge with a coin. Remove the old battery, and insert a new battery with the side facing up. Snap the two halves of the transmitter case back together. An improperly disposed of battery can hurt - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 155
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 door locking feature has three possible settings: The 123 . To change the ''AUTO DOOR UNLOCK'' setting, see page 125 . 152 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 160
, then lift up. To close the tailgate, use the inner handle to pull it down, then press down on the back edge. Keep the tailgate closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the tailgate and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard on page - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 162
. If your vehicle's battery is disconnected, goes dead conditions: The vehicle is parked on a steep hill. When the vehicle is swayed in a strong wind. When the tailgate or the roof is covered with snow or ice. Do not install any accessories rest of the way manually. The tailgate has 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 163
flat-tip screwdriver to remove the cover on the 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 164
slide the door back. It will manually, it means there is a problem with the tailgate. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer. To close, pull either handle, and slide the door closed. Make sure the door is closed and latched securely before driving brake pedal pressed or the parking brake - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 at least 1 second and the door will reverse direction. CONTINUED 163 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 167
door handle, and slide the door back. It will latch in the fully open on the dashboard. When replacing a flat tire, make sure to turn off damage the vehicle body. Closing a sliding door while any part of a passenger sliding door mechanism. When you drive with children in your vehicle, 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 168
several times, the door can be opened. If a passenger needs to get out while you are refueling, instruct that person to exit on the passenger's side. When you close the fuel fill door, the driver's side the sliding door stops. If this happens, the door must be operated manually. 165 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 169
Touring models If there is a problem in the power sliding door system your dealer. If the battery is disconnected or goes dead, close the sliding still does not operate properly after the battery is reconnected, have your vehicle checked by problem in the system. Turn the MAIN switch to OFF - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 170
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 171
position the seats and seatbacks. Manual Seat Adjustments The EX-L and seat and manual front passenger's seat. LX and DX models have manual driver's seat third rows adjust manually. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. To adjust the the seat-back angle of the front seat, pull up - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 172
each seat-back, move the seat-back to the desired position, and release the adjustment strap. Let the seatback latch in the new position. 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 173
seat only) Adjusts 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 174
the armrests up out of the way. 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 175
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 The - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 176
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 will be pushed against the seat-back and the head restraint will automatically move forward. 173 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 177
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 178
row seat. HOOK Instruments and Controls COVER 1. Remove the passenger's side second row bucket seat (see page 177 ), then remove the cover. If you have already set 3. Push the back of the seat down over the floor hooks. Make sure the seat is securely locked in place. CONTINUED 175 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 179
seat to the outside position, remove the seat, reinstall the cover, then reinstall the seat. Make sure the seats are securely locked in place before driving. A seat that is not locked in place could fly around is not used, install the floor mat and the cover over the floor anchors. 176 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 180
Outer position BUTTONS TABS Center position BUTTONS TAB SEAT-BACK LEVER Instruments and Controls SLIT TAB SLITS TABS LOCK RELEASE the seats while driving. To remove a second row seat: 1. Pull up the seat-back angle adjustment lever, and fold the seat-back forward. CONTINUED 177 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 181
, then push the rear of the seat-back until it locks in place. Make sure the seat is securely latched before driving. Removing the Second Row Plus-One Seat plus-one seat when it is not used. Do not remove the seat while driving. 2. Unlock the seat from the floor by pulling the lock release lever - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 182
seat from the floor by pulling it back slightly, then pivoting it upward. Instruments and Controls SEAT-BACK STRAP LOCK RELEASE LEVER To remove the 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 183
the seat to the floor, then push down the back until it locks. Make sure both the front and back of the seat are securely latched. Pull up the seat-back, and adjust the seat-back angle to the desired position while pulling the seat-back strap on the outside of the seat bottom. 180 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 184
of the way. 2. Lower the head restraints fully. 3. Pull the handle on each seat-back to unlock the front legs of the third row seat. 4. Pivot the seat into the cargo injury if you have to brake hard. See Carrying Cargo on page 378 . Instruments and Controls HANDLES CONTINUED 181 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 185
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 186
setting, the heater turns off when the seat gets warm, and turns back on after the seat's temperature drops. In LO, the heater does not 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 187
Driving display (see page 116 ). Storing a Driving Position in Memory Store a driver's (II) position. You cannot add a new seat position in memory unless the ignition switch 3. Adjust the outside mirrors for best visibility (see page 191 ). MEMO new driving position, you hear two beeps. The - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 188
to add a new position while retaining the current one, use the other memory button. All stored driving positions will be lost if your vehicle's battery goes dead or is will go out. To keep this driving position for later use, you must store it in the driving position memory. 185 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 189
open the window, push the switch down to the first detent and hold it. Release the switch when you want the window to stop. Pull back on the switch and hold it to close the window. 186 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 190
disabled. If the AUTO 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 Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver's door. 187 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 192
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, press and hold the bottom of the switch ( ). If you try to open the moonroof in below-f reezing temperatures, or when it is covered with - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 193
Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Be sure to adjust the mirrors before you start driving. On LX, EX and Canadian DX models On EX-L returns to normal visibility when the lights are gone. Press the button again to turn off this feature. 190 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 194
's mirror, place the switch in the right position. To turn the feature off, place the switch in the center position. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED 191 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 196
you. 2. Adjust your seat and the steering wheel so you can operate the controls and steering wheel easily. 3. Push and hold the bottom of 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 - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 198
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 199
the front seat 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 200
raised detent. It will unlatch and swing down. To close it, push it until it latches. Make sure the holder is closed while you are driving. CONTINUED 197 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 201
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 support rod from the clip, and swing it out. Make sure you put the sun visor back in place when you are getting into or out of the vehicle. 198 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 202
the vanity mirror cover to use the mirror. The lights come on when you open the cover. Make sure you close the cover when you are not using the vanity mirror. The vanity mirror light will not come cushion or remove the cushion and fold the seat-back down to use the seat as a tray. 199 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 203
lid. 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, or sudden stop, be sure the storage area lids are securely closed before driving away. 200 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 204
Interior Convenience Items Glove Boxes Keep the glove boxes closed while driving. If either are open, a passenger could be injured during a crash or sudden stop. Instruments and lid will swing open. Close it with a firm push. Always keep the glove boxes closed while driving. 201 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 205
swing open. To close the lid, push it down until it latches. Make sure to close the lid before you close the beverage holder. 202 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 206
are two accessory power sockets in your vehicle. One accessory power socket is socket is intended to supply power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120 watts or less (10 amps outlet, open the rear compartment lid and open the outlet cover. Insert the plug into the receptacle slightly, turn it - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 207
that require an extremely stable power supply such as microcomputer-controlled electric blankets, touch sensor lamps, etc., should not be connected to this outlet. 204 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 211
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 212
and air conditioning system in your vehicle provides a comfortable driving environment 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 213
BUTTON DEFROSTER BUTTON DEFOGGER BUTTON BUTTON FAN CONTROL BUTTONS RECIRCULATION BUTTON AUTO BUTTON OFF BUTTON MODE BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) BUTTON PASSENGER'S SIDE DRIVER'S SIDE TEMPERATURE CONTROL SWITCH TEMPERATURE REAR TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYNC BUTTON CONTROL SWITCH SWITCH 210 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 214
compartment makes the indicator 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 to the driver's side set temperature. Changing the CONTINUED 211 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 215
from , the A/C stays on, and you can turn it on and off manually. When you switch to another mode, the A/C returns to its original setting The system automatically turns on the A/C and switches to recirculation mode. Air flows from the center and side vents in the dashboard. In this mode 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 216
3. Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control dial or buttons. Using the A/C Air conditioning places an extra load on the 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 217
heater, it makes the interior warm and dry. 1. Switch the fan on. 2. Turn 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 218
selects the proper mix of conditioned and/or heated air that will, as quickly as On EX, EX-L and Touring models You can manually select various functions of the climate control system when air and mustiness from collecting, you should have the fan running at all times. 215 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 219
system can also be operated by voice control. See the navigation system manual for complete details. Using the Rear A/C Unit On LX and Canadian DX the rear control panel. OFF With the dial in this position, no air flows to the rear vents. The rear control panel cannot be used by 216 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 220
BUTTON On EX, EX-L and 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 a second row passenger to adjust the control panel. Features REAR ON/OFF BUTTON REAR TEMPERATURE CONTROL BUTTON 217 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 222
, 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, airflow is divided between the rear it. The temperature you adjust is shown in the system display. 219 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 223
direction and quantity 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- rear sidewall near the exhaust vent. Do not cover the sensors or spill any liquid on them. 220 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 224
standard on all models. Read the appropriate pages (as shown below) to use your vehicle's audio system. On LX and Canadian DX models, see pages 222 through 233 . Features LX and System U.S. EX-L and Touring models with Rear Entertainment System with Navigation System CONTINUED 221 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 225
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 is broadcasting 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 223 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 228
selected audio mode back strength. Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control knob to adjust the illumination of the audio system (see page 139 ). The audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the system is turned off. Features 225 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 229
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 230
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 an MP3 or WMA disc is protected by digital rights management (DRM), the audio unit displays UNSUPPORTED FORMAT, and then skips to the next file. Video 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 231
8 layers To Load a Disc Text 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. You operate the disc player with the same to 16 characters of selected text data (the folder name, file name, etc.). 228 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 audio CONTINUED 229 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 233
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 234
select RDM (within a disc random play). You will see RDM in the display. Press the RDM button again to turn it off. Features CONTINUED 231 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 235
a disc is playing, either with the PWR/ VOL knob or by turning off the ignition switch, the disc will stay in the drive. When you turn the system back on, the disc will begin playing where it left off. Protecting Compact Discs For information on how to handle and protect compact discs - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 236
new disc plays, there is a problem with the first disc. If the error message cycle repeats and you cannot clear it, take your vehicle to a dealer. Error Message UNSUPPORTED FORMAT BAD DISC CHECK MANUAL PUSH EJECT BAD DISC CHECK MANUAL Cause Track/File format not supported . 233 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 is broadcasting in stereo. Stereo reproduction in AM is not available. On the AM band, AM noise reduction turns on automatically. To Select a Station You 235 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 240
selected audio mode back strength. Audio System Lighting You can use the instrument panel brightness control knob to adjust the illumination of the audio system (see page 139 ). The audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the system is turned off. Features 237 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 241
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 models with Rear Entertainment System AUX (XM) BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON DISP/MODE BUTTON PRESET BUTTONS SCAN BUTTON CATEGORY BAR CATEGORY BAR 238 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 242
ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position. Push the PWR/VOL knob to turn on the audio system, and press the AUX/XM changes. In channel mode, you can select all of the available channels. In category mode, such as Jazz, Rock, Classical, audio system to receive XM broadcasts. CONTINUED 239 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 244
loading the audio or program information. ''OFF AIR'' The channel part of your subscription. ''NO INFO'' The selected channel has no artist or title information at this time. ''CHECK ANTENNA'' There is a problem with the XM antenna. Please consult your dealer. Features CONTINUED 241 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 246
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/XM button. A variety of music types and styles will play. If you decide to purchase XM Radio service your audio system your audio system - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 248
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 management (DRM), the audio unit displays UNSUPPORTED FORMAT, and then skips and the green CD load indicator will come on. CONTINUED 245 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 249
you will 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 disc just loaded. You cannot load and play 3-inch (8-cm) discs in this system. 246 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 the audio the or SKIP bar. 247 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 251
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 252
and release the RDM button, the mode changes from folder random play to random play (within a disc random play), then to normal play. Features 249 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 253
, press the eject button. If you press the eject button while listening to the radio, or with the audio system turned off, the disc that was last selected is ejected. After that disc is ejected, pressing the information on how to handle and protect compact discs, see page 272 . 250 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 254
on damaged discs, see page 273 . The audio system will try to play the disc. If there is still a problem, the error message will reappear. Press the eject button, and pull out the disc. Insert a different disc. If the new disc plays, there is a problem with the first disc. If the error message - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 255
with navigation system) Voice Control System The audio system for your vehicle can also be operated by voice control. See the navigation system manual for complete details. SCAN BUTTON AUTO SELECT BUTTON AM/FM BUTTON XM BUTTON SEEK BAR PRESET BUTTONS PWR/VOL KNOB TUNE/SOUND KNOB 252 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 256
ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position. Turn the system on by pushing the PWR/VOL knob. Adjust the volume by turning the same knob. You can also operate the audio system using the control icons on the audio a total of six stations on AM and twelve stations on FM. CONTINUED Features 253 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 257
see ''C'' in the display. The system will automatically return the display to the selected audio mode about 5 seconds after you stop adjusting a mode. Treble/Bass Use the TRE/BAS the front-to-back strength. For information on AM/FM radio frequencies and reception, see page 275 . 254 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 258
system) Operating 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 the display. Touch the icon again to deactivate it. CONTINUED 255 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 259
-to-back strength. audio system illuminates when the parking lights are on, even if the system is turned off. You can also adjust the sound from the navigation screen. To adjust the sound, push the AUDIO button, then enter the sound grid by touching the SOUND icon on the display. 256 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 260
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 261
the audio display, you will see the selected CHANNEL (number), CATEGORY, NAME (artist name), and TITLE (music title). You may experience periods when XM Radio does not transmit the artist's name and song title information. If this happens, there is nothing wrong with your system. 258 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 262
or the SCAN button to tune to a desired channel. You can also touch the SCAN icon on the audio display. In category mode, only channels within that category can be selected. In channel mode, all channels can button or touch the SCAN icon on the audio display. The system plays each 259 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 263
''LOADING'' XM is loading the audio or program information. ''OFF AIR'' The channel currently selected is no part of your subscription, or this channel has no artist or title information at this time. This channel has no artist or title information at this time. ''NO INFO'' 260 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 265
service has expired or you purchased your vehicle from a previous owner, you can listen to a sampling of the broadcasts 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 your audio system Once your audio system is - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 266
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 267
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 WMA formats. When playing label can curl up and cause the disc to jam in the unit. 264 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 268
the CD changer, press the OPEN button beside the screen. The screen folds back, and the CD changer appears. Loading Discs in the In-dash Disc 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'' bump. 265 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 the audio SKIP bar. Features 267 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 271
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 272
and release the RDM button, the mode changes from folder random play to random play (within a disc random play), then to normal play. Features 269 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 273
, press the eject button. If you press the eject button while listening to the radio, or with the audio system turned off, the disc that was last selected is ejected. After that disc is ejected, pressing the information on how to handle and protect compact discs, see page 272 . 270 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 274
on damaged discs, see page 273 . The audio system will try to play the disc. If there is still a problem, the error message will reappear. Press the eject button, and pull out the disc. Insert a different disc. If the new disc plays, there is a problem with the first disc. If the error message - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 275
audio use. When recording a CD-R, the recording must be closed for it to be used. CD-RW discs will not work in this unit. Play only standard round discs. Odd-shaped CDs may jam in the drive or cause other problems center to the outside edge. A new disc may be rough on the drive. 272 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 276
insert a damaged disc as indicated in this section, it may become stuck inside and damage the audio unit. Examples of these discs are shown to the right: 1. Bubbled, wrinkled, labeled, and Ring 2. Damaged discs 3. Poor quality discs Chipped/ Cracked Warped Burrs CONTINUED 273 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 277
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 278
AM and FM bands. Those bands cover these frequencies: AM band: 530 to the station's transmitter, nearby large objects, and atmospheric conditions. A radio station's signal gets weaker as you get out of range of the station's signal. Features Driving very near the transmitter of a station that is - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 279
radio reception in city driving. Radio reception can be affected by atmospheric conditions such as thunderstorms, high conditions. Electrical interference from passing vehicles and stationary sources (such as garages or parking structures) can cause temporary reception problems. 276 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 282
be in the ACCESSORY (I) or the and play the other side. Dolby noise reduction turns on when you insert a button. To change back to the tape player, press the AUX button. Tape Search drive. When you turn the system back on, the tape will begin playing where it left off. CONTINUED 279 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 283
may not work if there is almost no gap between selections, a high noise level, or a silent period in the middle of a selection. Caring for 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 284
R BUTTON U.S. EX-L model is shown. On models without navigation system If your vehicle's battery is disconnected or goes dead, you may need to set the clock. Press and hold the models with navigation system Refer to the navigation system manual for how to adjust the time. 281 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 285
on the band you are listening to. Press the bottom ( ) to go back to the previous station. If you are playing a disc, the system skips to audio system are mounted in the steering wheel hub. They let you control basic functions without removing your hand from the steering wheel. 282 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 287
is best to store this card in a safe place at home. In addition, you should write the audio system's serial number in this owner's manual. If you lose the card, you must obtain the code number from your dealer. To do this, you will need the audio system's serial number. If your vehicle's battery is - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 288
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 289
XM Radio, CD changer, DVD player or AUX) than the front seat occupants. The audio is broadcast through the supplied wireless headphones. On wireless headphones, or vice versa. The ignition switch must be in the ACCESSORY (I) or the ON (II) position to operate the rear entertainment system 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 290
the front entertainment system audio controls can also be lower player, select DVD/AUX. Operating the DVD Player screen will swing down part-way. Pivot the back to the second or first detent to turn the display back on. To close the screen, pivot it up until it latches. CONTINUED 287 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 291
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 292
. Press it again to skip to the beginning of the previous track or 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 audio system, turn the REAR CTRL knob counterclockwise. Features 289 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 294
sequence: Channel Number, Category Name, Music Name, Artist Name, Channel Name, and back to Channel Number. To Play a CD from the Rear Control Panel If CDs 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 295
try to view the screen while driving. Open the overhead screen by pushing the OPEN button. The screen will swing down part-way. Pivot the screen the you want to pause the DVD. Press this button again to go back to PLAY. Press the button to skip to the beginning of the selection. 292 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 296
, the title, chapter, elapsed time, and personal surround logo are displayed (STATUS 1). When you press the DISP 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 297
while a DVD is playing, the DVD's main menu is displayed. To go back to play, press the RETURN button. When you press the SETUP button while change various settings of play mode, personal surround, and display. To go back to play without changing any setting, press the RETURN or SETUP button, or - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 298
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 not playing. To go back to play, press the return button. When you select ''Audio'' from the play mode MPEG Audio, dts) recorded with the selected language - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 299
of the 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 number on the submenu by pressing the or button. Press the RETURN or ENT button to go back to the play mode setup menu. 296 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 300
begin the chapter search. If you press the RETURN button, the display returns to the play mode setup menu without doing the search. CONTINUED 297 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 301
by inputting a two digit number, and a button number can be selected on the screen. Select the ''Num Input'' or button, and press the ENT button, the Num Input display on the screen will change from the left side ENT button, then select and enter the new number. Select and enter the second digit - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 302
pressing the or button, and enter your selection by pressing the ENT button. The display changes as shown above. You can adjust these display settings: Back Light Contrast Brightness Tint CONTINUED Color 299 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 303
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. 300 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 304
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 305
Rear Entertainment System The selected setting will be highlighted in blue for one second, and the screen returns to the play mode setting 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 - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 307
in the next column. If you select ''No,'' and press the ENT button, the display returns to the initial screen of the ''Language'' menu. 304 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 308
Audio Language Features If you select ''Yes,'' the display changes to the language code input new language Audio Language'' by pressing the or button. You will see the submenu next to ''Audio Language.'' Follow the same instructions you used to set the menu language. CONTINUED 305 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 311
filled. When you enter the fourth number, the cursor automatically moves to ''ENT'' on the display. Press the ENT button on the control panel. 308 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 312
level, and then press the ENT button to enter your selection. The password was set to ''1111'' when the vehicle left the factory. CONTINUED 309 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 313
does not recognize the password you entered, you will see the above display. Repeat the password setting steps until you enter the correct password. 310 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 314
want to use the default password (1111), select ''Yes,'' and press the ENT button. The message ''Default password setting applied'' is displayed for 5 seconds. 311 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 315
BUTTON Replacing the Remote Control Batteries COVER An improperly disposed of battery can hurt the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal. rear entertainment system, have your dealer replace the batteries as soon as possible. Battery type: BR3032 312 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 316
with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference page 272 . Features There are various types of DVDs available. Some of them are not compatible with your system. - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 317
audio system will try to play the disc. If there is still a problem, the error message will reappear. Press the eject button, and pull out the disc. Insert a different disc. If the new disc plays, there is a problem increase the parental control level (see pages 308 and 309 ). 314 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 318
the driver of a motor vehicle. Always obey applicable laws and regulations. The audio for the rear entertainment system is sent to the wireless headphones that come with the frame. Wearing the headphones backwards may affect audio reception, limiting the sound quality and range. 315 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 320
System AUXILIARY INPUT JACKS VOLUME DIALS Features HEADPHONE CONNECTORS The system will accept auxiliary inputs 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 321
from theft. The horn sounds and a combination of headlights, parking lights, side marker lights, and taillights flashes if someone attempts to break into your vehicle or remove the radio. This alarm continues for 2 Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. 318 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 the instrument panel will come back on. Features Improper use of button on the steering wheel. The CRUISE MAIN - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 323
time 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. When the vehicle the set speed. Resting your foot on the brake pedal causes cruise control to cancel. 320 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 325
to operate up to three remote controlled devices around your home, such as garage doors, lighting, or home security systems. General Information Before programming your HomeLink to operate a garage door opener the red indicator flashes. Release the buttons, then proceed to step 1. 322 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 326
HomeLink Universal Transceiver If you are training the second or third buttons, go directly to step 1. Features CONTINUED 323 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 327
by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device - 2010 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) 9-HONDA-9. Features 325 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 330
. HFL Buttons HFL TALK BUTTON Features HFL BACK BUTTON NAVI VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS To operate HFL, use the HFL Talk and Back buttons on the left side of the steering wheel. NOTE: Ensure that you use the HFL buttons, not the NAVI buttons, to give HFL voice commands. CONTINUED 327 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 331
the audio display. '' '' indicator will be displayed on the audio display if your phone is linked to the Bluetooth compatible cell phone. When you are operating HFL, dialing or receiving calls with the audio system in use, you will see the above screen on the navigation display. 328 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 332
Back buttons on the left side of the steering wheel. The next few pages provide instructions on the voice command. To hear a list of available options at any time, press the HFL Talk button menu, you can hear general HFL information such as pairing or setting up the system. Press the HFL 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 333
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.com, call the HandsFreeLink consumer support at (888) 528 - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 335
to a new phone. Bluetooth HandsFreeLink tutorial now? Press the Talk button and after the beep, say Yes to begin the tutorial, or say No to exit HandsFreeLink.'' If you press and release the Talk button and say ''Yes,'' HFL begins Tutorial. If you say ''No,'' HFL returns to idle. 332 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 336
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To pair another phone, do this: To rename a paired phone, do this: 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 beep, say ''Phone setup.'' HFL responds ''Phone setup options are pair, - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 338
If the system finds it, for example, HFL responds ''Paul's phone is linked.'' If no other phones are found or paired, the first phone remains linked. For example, HFL responds ''No other paired phones were found/have been paired. Returning to John's phone .'' Features CONTINUED 335 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 339
No.'' 5. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, if the number is correct, say ''Yes.'' HFL responds ''HandsFreeLink 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 341
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 5. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ''Yes.'' HFL responds ''Security is on. Each time the vehicle is say the number.'' 3. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say your four digit passcode, for example, say ''1, 2, 3, 4.'' 338 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 342
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 4. HFL responds ''1, 2, 3, 4. Is this correct? Press the Talk button and say Yes or No.'' 5. be selected. During an incoming call, there is no ring tone or prompt playback. The audio system will still mute, and the HFL message will be displayed. Features 339 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 343
's battery. To make a call using a phone number, do this: 1. With your phone on and the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 the list to store it in HFL. 7. The ''Select a number to store'' screen is displayed. Select a desired number to call. CONTINUED 341 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 345
.'' 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. 1. With your phone on and the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position, press and release the Talk button - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 346
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Sending Numbers or Names During a Call HFL allows you to send numbers or names during a call. This is useful when you call a 3. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say ''Yes.'' The dial tones will be sent, and the call will continue. Features 343 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 347
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Receiving a Call If you receive a call when you are not on the phone, HFL interrupts the audio up the original call and answer the new call, press the Back button. Transferring a Call You can the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) position. With this function activated, you - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 348
enabled. Calls dialed on the phone will be automatically transferred to Bluetooth HandsFreeLink. Would you like to disable Auto Transfer? Press the disabled. Use the Transfer command at the HandsFree main menu to manually transfer calls dialed on the phone.'' Muting a Call During a 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 349
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Setting Up the Phonebook name (''John Smith'' instead of ''John''). Use a consistent, even tone and reduce background noise when storing names, as the HFL voice recognition can be sensitive. 5. Press and release the Press the Talk button and say a name.'' 346 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 350
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To edit the number of a name, do list to hear the phonebook entries.'' If only one number is stored, HFL responds ''What is the new number for Eric?'' Then go to step 4. 3. Press and release the Talk button. After the button and say Yes or No.'' CONTINUED 347 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 351
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink 4. Press and release the Talk button. After the beep, say '' responds ''Calling.'' 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. 348 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 353
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. To use the cellular phonebook with HFL, select a ''Cellular - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 354
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Search Imported Phonebook: This option allows you to search the phone numbers stored in HFL. When you enter a person's ''Select an option'' screen. When the message ''The import was successful'' is displayed, touch the screen to select ''OK.'' CONTINUED 351 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 355
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To search the imported phonebook IMPORTED does 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 search the . The display will change as shown above. 352 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 356
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 the list. an appropriate icon. If the system does not find an exact match, say or select ''LIST'' when you finish entering the keyword. CONTINUED 353 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 357
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink The following category icons will appear: Preference Fax Up . 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 Select ''Store in HandsFreeLink'' from the ''Select a number - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 358
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To delete the imported phonebook Select a phonebook from the displayed list. If the phonebook you select has a PIN icon, ''Yes'', and the message ''The imported phonebook has been deleted.'' will appear. Select ''OK'' to complete the deletion. CONTINUED 355 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 359
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink To add, change, or remove a PIN number from any phonebook To add a PIN number You can add, change, or remove a PIN number from any 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 360
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 361
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Clearing the System This operation clears the HFL of your passcode, your paired Clear.'' HFL responds ''This process will clear all paired phones, clear all entries in the phonebook, button and say Continue, otherwise say Go Back or Cancel.'' 4. After saying Continue, HFL - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 362
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink paired while in another ''La langue a été changée. Pour que language, the phone names need to le système identifie les téléphones be re-recorded.'' qui ont été jumelés dans une autre langue, les noms des téléphones doivent etre ré-enregistrés.'' Features 359 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 363
Bluetooth HandsFreeLink Quick Language Selection Canadian models only To select a language quickly, do the following. As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions follow steps 3 and 4 on page 359 . 360 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 364
be sensed. Even when the system is on, you should look for obstacles near your vehicle to make sure it is safe to park. 361 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 366
on the multi-information display, and a beeper sounds continuously. Very often, a sensor covered with mud, ice, snow, etc. is the cause of this message. Check the sensors first. If the message stays on or the beeper does not stop, have the system checked by your dealer. CONTINUED 363 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 367
bumper. Canadian Owners: This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210. Operation is subject to the following two conditions . Do not 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 368
EX-L and Touring models For the best picture, always keep the rearview camera clean, and do not cover the camera lens. To avoid scratching the lens when you clean it, use a moist, soft cloth. Since the rearview camera display area is limited, you should always back up slowly and carefully, and look - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 369
Rearview Camera and Monitor On U.S. EX-L without navigation system use the monitor for 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 be difficult to see turned it off the last time. 366 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 370
. 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 371
-in Period, Fuel Recommendation Break-in Period Help assure your vehicle's future reliability and performance by paying extra attention to how you drive during the first 600 miles (1,000 km). During this period: Avoid full-throttle starts and rapid acceleration. Avoid hard braking for the first 200 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 372
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 pump. 2. Open the fuel fill door by fill cap into the slit on the fuel fill door. CONTINUED 369 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 373
Service tank is not full, there may be a problem with your vehicle's fuel vapor recovery system. The this does not fix the problem, consult your dealer. 5. Screw the fuel fill cap back on until it clicks the vehicle, and set the parking brake. Pull the hood release handle located under the lower - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 374
Service Station Procedures Oil Check SUPPORT ROD Before Driving GRIP LATCH DIPSTICK 2. Put your fingers under the front edge of the hood. The hood latch 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 375
Service Station Procedures Engine Coolant Check MAX RESERVE TANK Refer to Owner's Maintenance Checks on page 423 for information about checking other items on lines. If it is below the MIN line, see Adding Engine Coolant on page 430 for information on adding the proper coolant. 372 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 376
fuel economy estimates shown in the example to the right are a useful tool for comparison when buying a vehicle. EPA estimates include: City MPG Represents urban driving in light traffic. A range of miles per gallon achieved is also provided. Highway MPG Represents a mixture of rural and interstate - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 377
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 (0 kms per liter). Rapid Drive moderately acceleration, abrupt cornering, and hard braking increase fuel consumption. 374 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 379
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 tire - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 381
row console Center pocket Rear compartment Roof-rack (if installed) However, carrying too tires, and make it unsafe. Before carrying any type of cargo, be sure to read the following pages. CENTER POCKET IN-FLOOR STORAGE SEAT-BACK POCKETS CARGO AREA LOWER GLOVE BOX : If equipped 378 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 382
Tire And Loading Information label attached to the driver's doorjamb. Label Example (4)The resulting figure equals the available of available cargo and available manual to determine how this reduces the available Driving This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and accessories - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 383
Carrying Cargo In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants, accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross 750 lbs) Cargo Weight (572 lbs) Max load on EX-L and Touring models is used in the Examples. 380 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 384
Area or on a Roof Rack Distribute cargo evenly on the 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 . CONTINUED 381 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 385
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 bags containing lightweight items. Heavy objects may damage the hooks. 382 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 386
Driving This section gives you tips on starting the engine under various conditions, and how to operate the automatic transmissions. It also includes important information on parking your vehicle, the braking system, the vehicle stability assist (VSA ) system, the tire pressure monitoring system ( - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 387
drive your vehicle. 1. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside lights are clean and unobstructed. Remove frost, snow, or ice. 2. Check that the hood is fully closed. 3. Visually check the tires. If a tire page 190 ). 7. Check the steering wheel adjustment (see page 141 ). 9. Fasten 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 388
brake. 2. In cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories to reduce the drain on the battery. 3. Make sure the shift lever is in Park. Press on the brake cold weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400 meters) adds to this problem. Driving 385 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 389
multi-information display (see page 88 ). D3 BUTTON SHIFT LEVER To shift from any position, press firmly on the brake pedal and 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 390
the engine. To shift out of Park, you must press on the brake pedal and have your foot off the accelerator pedal. Press the release button 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 391
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 normally when you reduce the rpm below the red zone. 388 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 393
off the lights. Place any 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 395
distribution (EBD) system, which is part of the ABS, also balances the front-to-rear braking distribution according to vehicle loading. You should never pump the brake pedal. You will feel a pulsation in the brake pedal when the ABS activates, and you may hear some noise. This is normal: it is the - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 396
brakes feel normal, drive slowly and have your vehicle repaired by your dealer as soon as possible. Avoid sudden hard braking which could cause the rear wheels to lock up and possibly lead to a loss of control. The VSA indicator will come on along with the ABS indicator. Driving 393 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 397
other times. There may also be some noise from the VSA hydraulic system. You will also see the VSA activation indicator blink. The VSA system cannot enhance the vehicle's driving stability in all situations and does not control your vehicle's entire braking system. It is still your responsibility to - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 398
unusual conditions when your Tire 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 winter tires, make sure they are the same size 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 462 ). 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 400
cannot turn the VSA system off by pressing the VSA OFF switch again. Except Touring models When you restart the vehicle with the compact spare tire, the TPMS indicator may also come on and stay on after driving several miles (kilometers). Driving 397 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 401
specific 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 - 2010 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 402 ). CONTINUED Driving 399 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 404
indicator on the instrument panel comes 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 pressure tire positions highlighted in the display along with CONTINUED this message. 401 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 405
your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible. Check TPMS System Message 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 ). 402 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 406
compact spare tire, the TPMS system message will also be displayed on the multi-information display after several miles (kilometers) driving. Touring models As required by the FCC: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 407
loading of your vehicle and trailer carefully before starting to drive. Total Trailer Weight: The maximum allowable weight of on several factors. See page 405 for the driving limits for your towing situation. Towing a load load reduces front-tire traction and steering control. Too little tongue load can - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 409
whenever the conditions change. Towing Equipment and Accessories Towing generally requires a variety of supplemental equipment, depending on the size of your trailer, how much load you are towing, and where you tow. To ensure the best quality, we recommend that you purchase Honda equipment whenever - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 410
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. CONTINUED 407 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 411
Towing a Trailer Trailer Brakes Trailer Lights Honda recommends that any trailer having a total weight of 1,000 lbs (450 kg) or more be equipped with its own electric or surge-type brakes. There are two common types of trailer brakes: surge and electric. Surge brakes are common for boat trailers, - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 412
if the trailer creates a blind spot. Ask your trailer sales or rental agency if any other items are recommended or required for your towing situation. Break-In Period Driving Avoid towing a trailer during your vehicle's first 600 miles (1,000 km) (see page 368 ). 409 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 413
in or on the trailer are properly secured and cannot shift while you drive. Your vehicle tires and spare are properly inflated, and the trailer tires and spare are inflated as recommended by the trailer maker. The lights and brakes on your vehicle and the trailer are working properly. You may want - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 414
the transmission in Park and firmly setting the parking brake. Also, place wheel chocks at each of the trailer's tires. Towing Your Vehicle Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs to be towed in an emergency, see page 486 . Driving 411 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 415
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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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 417
ground, the parking brake is set, and the engine is off. To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not gasoline. To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away from the battery and all fuel-related parts. Wear eye protection - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 418
your dealer perform engine oil replacement and indicated maintenance service. Based on the engine operating conditions and accumulated engine revolutions, the scheduled maintenance items needing service will be displayed next to the engine oil life indicator. CONTINUED Maintenance 415 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 419
ignition switch to the ON (II) position. When you see this message, have the indicated maintenance performed by your dealer as soon as possible. 416 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 420
543 miles ago. wheel repeatedly, until the SERVICE DUE SOON'' message along with the maintenance item code(s) for other scheduled maintenance items needing service. When you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, the system message indicator will also come on. CONTINUED 417 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 421
SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. When the remaining engine oil life is less than 5 percent, you will see the above display. The display then changes to ''SERVICE DUE NOW.'' Have the indicated display, ''0'' will be blinking. The display then changes to ''SERVICE PAST DUE.'' 418 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 422
15'' blinking. This negative mileage display means you should have done the indicated maintenance 15 miles ago. Immediately have the indicated maintenance done by your dealer. All the maintenance items displayed codes, see page 424 . MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM MAINTENANCE SUB ITEMS 419 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 423
the information display the next time you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position. If maintenance service is done by someone other than your dealer, reset the maintenance minder as follows: 1. Turn the ignition switch the engine oil life indicator will reset to ''100.'' 420 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 424
steering wheel until you see the engine oil life display. 3. Press the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel the SEL/RESET button on the steering wheel. The maintenance item code(s) will disappear, resetting, press the INFO button on the steering wheel. The display changes as shown. Press the - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 426
435 . Tires Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects. See page 451 . Lights Check the operation of the headlights, parking lights, taillights, high-mount brake light, and license plate lights monthly. See page 437 . Maintenance CONTINUED 423 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 427
Exhaust system Fuel lines and connections Symbol 1 2 Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Replace dust and pollen filter If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 428
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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 429
CERTIFICATION SEAL ENGINE OIL FILL CAP Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap on top of the valve cover. Pour in the oil slowly and carefully so you do not spill. Clean up any spills immediately. , and that it meets the American Petroleum Institute's latest requirements. 426 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 430
for your vehicle. It is highly recommended that you use Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle for optimum engine protection. Make and it is the proper weight. You must follow the oil and filter change intervals shown on the odometer/ trip meter display or on the . Maintenance 427 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 431
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 contacting surface of the engine. If it is, remove it before installing a new oil filter. 428 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 432
new washer on the drain bolt, then reinstall the drain bolt. Tighten the drain bolt to: 29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m) 6. Refill the engine with the recommended oil. Engine oil change capacity (including filter): 4.5 US qt (4.3 ) 7. Replace or dump it on the ground. Maintenance 429 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 433
percent antifreeze and 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 the MAX line. Inspect the cooling system for leaks. 430 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 434
Pour coolant into the reserve tank. Fill it to halfway between the MAX and MIN marks. Put the cap back on the reserve tank. Do not add any rust inhibitors or other additives to your vehicle's cooling system. spill immediately; it could damage components in the engine compartment. 431 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 435
the windshield wiper blades with windshield washer fluid on a clean cloth. This will help to condition the blade edges. On Canadian models: The low washer level indicator comes on when the level the windshield washer pump. Use only commercially-available windshield washer f luid. 432 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 436
as shown in the illustration. 4. Remove the dipstick, and check the fluid level. It should be between the upper and lower marks. Maintenance CONTINUED 433 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 437
other than Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 may cause deterioration in transmission operation and durability, and could result in damage to the transmission. Damage resulting f rom the use of transmission f luid other than Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 is not covered by the Honda new vehicle warranty. 434 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 438
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 a temporary replacement. Using any non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 439
replaced at the intervals 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 contact your dealer. Turning the steering wheel to f ull lef t or right lock and holding it there can damage the - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 440
. The high beam headlight bulb and the low beam headlight bulb are replaced the same way. 1. Open the hood. To change the high beam headlight bulb on the passenger's side, remove the power steering fluid reservoir from its holder by pulling it straight up. CONTINUED Maintenance 437 2010 Odyssey - 2010 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 bulb on the passenger's side, reinstall the power steering fluid reservoir. Replacing a - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 442
. 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 SOCKET Maintenance 1. Open the - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 443
Lights Replacing a Fog Light Bulb Touring models only 5. Insert the new bulb into the assembly and turn it one-quarter turn clockwise to lock it in place. 6. Push the electrical connector onto the new bulb. 7. Turn on the fog lights to test the new bulb. TAB BULB SCREW 8. Reinstall the fog light - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 444
Lights Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Rear Pillar) COVER BULBS 6. Test the lights to make sure the new bulb is working. 7. Put the socket back into the light assembly, and turn it clockwise to lock it in place. 8. Install the rear light assembly in the rear pillar. Tighten the two bolts. Snap the bolt - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 445
a flat-tip screwdriver. 2. Determine which of the two bulbs is burned out: taillight or back-up light. 3. Remove the socket by turning it one-quarter turn counterclockwise. 4. Pull the bulb straight out of its socket. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it bottoms. 442 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 446
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. Tighten the two screws and reinstall the covers - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 447
dealer replace 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 448
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 you will damage the hood and the arms. CONTINUED 445 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 449
reinforcement along the back 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 Pivot the blade assembly toward the wiper arm until it releases from the wiper arm. When replacing a wiper blade, make - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 450
. 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 451
from the holder. Slide the blade out of the holder. 3. Examine the new wiper blades. If they have no plastic or metal reinforcement along the back edge, remove the metal reinforcement strips from the old wiper blade, and install them in the slots along the edge of the new blade. 448 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 452
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. 4. Slide the new blade into the wiper arm. Make sure it is engaged in the slot along its full length. Insert both ends of the blade into the - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 454
normal and high-speed driving conditions. LX, EX and Canadian DX models Tire 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 ) 235/65R16 103T Maintenance EX-L models Tire Size Cold Tire Pressure for Normal Driving Front: 35 psi - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 455
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 tire. A tire this worn gives very little traction on wet roads. You should replace the tire if you can see three or more tread wear indicators. 452 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 456
. 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, make sure they are balanced. This increases riding comfort and tire life. For best results, have the installer - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 457
not work. Replacement wheels are available at your dealer. 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 458
Tires Wheel and Tire Specifications Wheels: All models except Touring models 16 x 7J (TPMS) Touring models Winter Driving Tires marked ''M S'' or ''All Season'' on the sidewall have an allweather tread design suitable for most winter driving conditions. For the best performance in snowy or icy - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 459
Tires 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 The previously listed chains - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 460
or killed. Follow all instructions in this owner's manual regarding the selection and use of tire chains. 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 - 2010 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 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 462
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 on jackstands so the tires body wax to the painted surfaces that mate with the door and tailgate seals. Cover the vehicle with a ''breathable'' cover 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 463
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Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers the more common problems that motorists experience with their vehicles. It gives you information about how to safely evaluate the problem and what to do to correct it. If the problem has stranded you on the side of the road, you may be able to get - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 465
Replace the tire when you can 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. 462 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 466
the vehicle while you change the tire. 3. Open the tailgate. The jack is behind a cover in the cargo area on the driver's side, and tools are on the back of the cover. Remove the cover by pushing the tabs down and pulling the cover out. Taking Care of the Unexpected CONTINUED 463 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 467
Changing a Flat Tire BRACKET MOUNTING WING BOLT HOLDER JACK COVER VINYL BAG BRACKET 4. Loosen the jack from its holder by turning the end counterclockwise. 5. Remove the bracket from the jack storage area by unscrewing the bracket mounting wing bolt. Remove the vinyl storage bag. 6. Move the - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 468
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. Taking Care of the Unexpected CONTINUED 465 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 469
dirt off the mounting surface of the wheel and hub with a clean cloth. Wipe the hub carefully; it may be hot from driving. 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. 466 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 470
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. Taking Care of the Unexpected CONTINUED 467 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 471
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. Secure the flat tire by tightening the tire and tighten the bolt. Make sure the bracket is securely tightened. 468 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 472
Store the wheel cover in the spare tire storage area. 27.Install the spare tire storage cover. Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and could seriously injure the occupants. Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving. Taking Care of the Unexpected 469 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 473
CONE 4. Place the flat tire face down on the attachment 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. 470 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 474
hear the normal noise of the engine 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 473 ). Taking Care of the Unexpected 471 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 475
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, such as no power to the fuel pump. Check all the fuses (see page 481 ). If you find nothing wrong, you will need a qualified technician - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 476
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 473 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 477
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. 474 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 478
Put the transmission in Park, and set the parking brake. Turn off all the accessories, and turn on the hazard warning lights. 2. If you see steam and/or spray coming Driving with the temperature gauge pointer at the red mark can cause serious damage to the engine. CONTINUED 475 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 479
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 has gone down, add coolant to the MAX mark. Put the cap back on tightly. Removing the radiator cap while the engine is hot can cause - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 480
the hazard warning lights. 2. Let driving maneuvers. 3. If necessary, add oil to bring the level back accessories. Try not to use other electrically operated controls such as the power windows. Keep the engine running; starting the engine will discharge the battery rapidly. Go to a service 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 481
the readiness codes are set. Refer to Emissions Testing for more information (see page 504 ). 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. 478 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 482
, and have the brake system inspected for leaks or worn brake pads. However, if the brake pedal does not feel normal, you should take immediate action. A problem in one part of the system's dual circuit design will still give you braking at two wheels. You will feel the brake pedal go down much - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 483
fuse boxes are located under the dashboard on the driver's and passenger's side. To open the passenger's fuse box, pull the right edge of the cover. The primary under-hood fuse box is on the passenger's side. To open it, push the tabs as shown. The secondary under-hood fuse box - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 484
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 the primary under-hood fuse box. Taking Care of the Unexpected 481 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 485
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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 486
Defroster Coil Left Headlight High Small Lights Right Headlight High Right Headlight Low Back Up FI ECU (PCM) Horn, Stop Rear Defroster Back Up, ACC Hazard VSA Motor VSA Option 1 Option 2 Heater Motor Passenger's Fuse Box Battery IG1 Main Power Window Main Fog Light ACM AS power Seat - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 487
20 A 20 A 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 SOL ACC HAC OP Front : For some types 484 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 488
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 Protected 485 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 489
the engine. Press on the brake pedal. Move the shift lever through all its positions. Shift to D position and hold 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. 486 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 490
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 487 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 491
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Tire Labeling ...496 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Required Federal Explanation...498 Emissions Controls...501 The Clean Air Recirculation (EGR) System ...502 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...502 Replacement Parts...502 Three Way Catalytic Converter ...503 Emissions Testing ...504 Testing - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 493
identification number (VIN) is the 17-digit number your dealer uses to register your vehicle for warranty purposes. It is also necessary for licensing and insuring your vehicle. The easiest place to find certification label. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) CERTIFICATION LABEL 490 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 494
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 491 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 495
Air Conditioning Refrigerant type Charge quantity Lubricant type Capacities Fuel tank Change 1 Total Change 2 Including filter Without filter weight rating Gross combined weight rating (GCWR) Engine Type See the tire information label attached to the driver's doorjamb. 8,410 lbs (3,815 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 496
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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 497
as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 498
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 degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 499
of markings. Those you should be aware of are described 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 500
code. Date of manufacture. Year Week Glossary of Tire Terminology Cold Tire Pressure The tire air pressure when the vehicle has been parked for at least three hours or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). Load Rating Means the maximum load that a tire is rated to carry for a given inflation pressure - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 501
(TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure. 498 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 502
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 499 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 503
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. 500 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 504
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 501 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 505
should use only new Honda replacement parts or their equivalent for repairs. Using lower quality parts may increase the emissions from your vehicle. The emissions control systems are covered by warranties separate from the rest of your vehicle. Read your warranty manual for more information. The - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 506
and NOx. Replacement units must be original Honda parts or their fire any combustible materials that come near it. Park your vehicle away from high grass, dry leaves, or other flammables. THREE WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 507
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 touching the accelerator pedal, let the engine idle for 20 seconds. 504 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 508
it two more times (for a total of 90 seconds). 8. Then drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions allow, let the 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 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 509
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Warranty and Customer Relations Customer Service Information...508 Warranty Coverages ...509 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles) ...510 Authorized Manuals ...511 Warranty and Customer Relations 507 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 511
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 of the problem Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you 508 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 512
and mileage limits depend on the type of accessory and other factors. Please read your warranty booklet for details. Replacement Parts Limited Warranty covers all Honda to 100% credit toward a replacement battery. replacement parts against defects in materials and workmanship. 509 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 513
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or American Honda Motor Co., Inc. To contact NHTSA, New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.saf ercar.gov. 510 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 514
Honda Odyssey Service Manual 2005-10 Honda Odyssey Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 2005 Model Series Honda Odyssey Body Repair Manual 2010 Honda Odyssey Owner's Manual 2010 Honda Odyssey Navigation System Manual 2010 Honda Odyssey Honda Service History 2010 Honda Odyssey Technology Reference Guide - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 515
389 Auxiliary Input Jack ...283 Break-in, New Linings ...368 Bulb Replacement ...441, 443 Fluid ...435 Pad Wear Indicators ...391 Parking ...192 System Indicator ...69, 479 Braking System...391 Break-in, New Vehicle ...368 Brightness Control, Instruments ...139 Bulb Replacement Back-up Lights ...442 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 516
Daytime Running Lights Indicator ...73 Dead Battery ...473 Defects, Reporting Safety...510 Defogger, Rear Window ...140 Defrosting the Windows ...214 Dimensions ...492 Dimming the Headlights ...136 Dipstick Automatic Transmission...433 Engine Oil ...371 Directional Signals...136 II 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 517
...184 Dust and Pollen Filter ...444 DVD Error Message ...314 DVD Player ...285 Emergencies...461 Battery, Jump Starting ...473 Brake System Indicator ...479 Changing a Flat Tire ...463 Charging System Indicator ...477 Checking the Fuses...481 Driving with a Flat Tire ...463 Hazard Warning Flashers - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 518
Automatic Transmission...433 Brake ...435 Power Automatic Lighting Off ...138 Daytime Running Lights ...138 High Beam Indicator ...73 Reminder Chime...136 Replacing Halogen Bulbs ... ...370 Horn ...4, 133 I H Halogen Headlight Bulbs...437 HandsFreeLink ...325 Hazard Warning Flashers...140 Headlights - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 519
System...48 Light Control Switch ...205 Lights Bulb Replacement ...437 Indicator ...73 Interior ...205 Parking ...135 Turn Signal ...136 Load Limits...379, 404 LOCK (Ignition Key Position) ...144 J Jacking up the Vehicle ...465 Jack, Tire ...464 Jump Starting ...473 CONTINUED INDEX V 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 520
New Vehicle Break-in ...368 NOTICE, Explanation of ...i Numbers, Identification ...490 P Panel Brightness Control ...139 Park Gear Position...387 Parking ...390 Parking Brake ...192 Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ...69, 479 Parking Lights Lamp .. 67, 478 Manual Sliding Doors...161 Meters, - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 521
Oil and Filter ...428 Fuses ...480 Light Bulbs ...437 Timing Belt ...436 Tires ...454 Wiper Blades ...445 Replacing Seat Belts After a Crash ...24 Reporting Safety Defects...510 Reserve Tank, Engine Coolant ...372, 430 Retractable Center Tray ...195 Reverse Gear Position...387 Roof Rack ...381 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 522
415 Service Manual ...511 Service Station Procedure ...369 Setting the Clock ...281 Shift Lever Position Indicators ...386 Shift Lock Release ...389 Side Airbags ...9, 31 Off Indicator ...35, 68 Side Marker Lights, Bulb Replacement ...439 Signaling Turns ...136 Sliding Doors ...161 Snow Tires ...455 - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 523
452 Labeling ...496 Replacing ...454 Rotating...453 Service Life ...453 Snow ...455 Specifications ...493 Tire Chains ...456 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...396, 399 Tools, Tire Changing ...463 Towing A Trailer ...404 Emergency Wrecker ...486 Equipment and Accessories ...406 Weight Limit - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 524
Location of ...61 Warranty Coverages ...509 Washer, Windshield Checking the Fluid Level ...432 Level Indicator ...74 Operation ...134 Wheels Adjusting the Steering ... and Washer ...135 Wireless Headphones ...315 Worn Tires ...452 Wrecker, Emergency Towing ...486 X XM Radio ...238 X 2010 Odyssey - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 525
Steering Fluid preferred, or another brand of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement. Do not use ATF (see page 436 ). Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 435 ). Tire Pressure (measured cold): LX, EX - 2010 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 526
Owner's Identification OWNER This owner's manual should be considered a permanent part of the vehicle 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.
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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 2010 Honda Odyssey was a wise
investment. It will give you years of driving pleasure.
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2010 Odyssey