2012 Honda Odyssey Owner's Manual
2012 Honda Odyssey Manual
2012 Honda Odyssey manual content summary:
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for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation. Navigation Key QRG TOC 2012 Odyssey 2 Safe Driving P. 25 For Safe Driving P. 26 Seat Belts P. 30 Airbags P. 39 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 2
141 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 169 Instrument Panel Controls Audio Error Messages P. 235 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®* P. 259 General Information on the Audio System P. 237 Compass * P. 282 Features Driving When Driving P. 297 Fuel Economy P. 328 Braking P. 314 Accessories and - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 3
Index QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey ❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) System OFF) Button Manual Index Home ❙ Accessory Power Sockets (P176) ❙ Cool Box Switch * (P173) ❙ Center Pocket (P173) ❙ Auxiliary Input Jack (P195) ❙ Driving Position Memory System Buttons * (P149) * Not available - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 4
Button * (P101) ❙ / (Information) Button * (P101) ❙ Steering Wheel Adjustments (P151) ❙ Navigation System Voice Control Buttons * () See Navigation System Manual ❙ Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System Buttons * (P259) ❙ Remote Audio Control Buttons * (P203) * Not available on all models Index Home 3 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 5
Visual Index QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey ❙ Power Window Switches (P137) ❙ Master Door Lock Switch (P114) ❙ Door Mirror Controls (P153) ❙ Rearview Mirror (P152) ❙ Driver's Side Fuse Box (P413) ❙ Driver's Front Airbag (P42) ❙ Passenger's Front Airbag (P42) ❙ Glove Box (P171) ❙ USB - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 6
Seat Belts (P30) ❙ Sunglasses Holder (P180) ❙ HomeLink® Button * (P257) ❙ Moonroof Switch * (P140) ❙ Map Lights (P170) ❙ Sun Visors ❙ Vanity Mirrors ❙ Front Seat (P154) ❙ Removable Center Console * (P171) ❙ Side Airbags (P46) ❙ Flip-up Trash Bag Ring * (P172) ❙ Second Row Seat (P155) (P162) ❙ Second - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 7
QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey ❙ Maintenance Under the Hood (P343) ❙ Windshield Wipers (P145) (P366) ❙ Power Door Mirrors (P153) ❙ Door Lock/Unlock Control (P112) ❙ Headlights (P142) (P355) ❙ Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights ❙ Tires (P370) (P391) ❙ Fog Lights * (P144) (P359 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 8
Safe Driving (P25) QRG Airbags (P39) ● Your vehicle is fitted with airbags to help protect you and your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision. Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey Child Safety (P54) ● All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat. ● Smaller children - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 9
Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey (P71) Gauges (P86)/Information Display * (P87)/ Multi-Information Display * (P98)/System Indicators (P72) System Indicators Malfunction Indicator Lamp Low Oil Pressure Indicator Charging System Indicator Daytime Running Lights Indicator Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 10
Controls Right (P107) Turn Signals (P142) Turn Signal Control Lever Lights (P142) Light Control Switches Wipers and Washers (P145) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey High Beam Low Beam Wiper/Washer Control Lever Adjustment Ring : Long Delay : Short Delay Left Flashing Pull toward you - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 11
Steering Wheel (P151) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey ● To adjust, push the adjustment lever down, adjust to the desired position, then pull up the lever back in ● Place the selector switch in the L or R position to use the reverse tilt door mirror feature. * Not available on all models 10 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 12
on or off. Press the button to defrost the windshield. (Recirculation) Button QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey Button Fan Control Dial (ON/OFF) Button A/C (Air Conditioning) Button Temperature Control Dial (Rear Window Defogger/Heated Mirror *) Button (Windshield Defroster) Button Mode - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 13
. See the navigation system manual for complete details. AUTO Button (Recirculation) Button Driver's Side Temperature Control Dial Passenger's Side Temperature Control Dial (Rear Window Defogger/Heated Mirror) Button (Windshield Defroster) Button A/C (Air Conditioning) Button Fan Control Button - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 14
Clock (P108) Models without audio/information screen Models with audio/information screen Models with navigation system a b c Press signals from GPS satellites, updating the clock automatically. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey Press to enter your selection. Repeat steps 2 to 4 to adjust - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 15
Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey (P193) Audio system (P194) Models without audio/information screen CD Slot FM Button CD Button AUX Button AM Button TITLE Button SCAN Button VOL/ (Power/ Volume) Knob FOLDER Bar (CD Eject) Button Preset Buttons RPT (Repeat) Button RDM (Random) /A.SEL (Auto Select - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 16
Models with audio/information screen QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey Models without rear entertainment AM/FM Button TITLE Button SCAN Button SKIP Bar VOL/ (Power/ Volume) Knob RETURN Button PHONE Button Selector Knob CD Slot CD/CDL Button USB/AUX Button (CD Eject) Button Preset Buttons - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 17
Remote Controls * (P203) MODE Button QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey CH Button VOL Button ● VOL (Volume) Button Press 3 / 4 to adjust the volume up/ down. ● MODE Button Press and release to change the audio mode: FM1/FM2/AM/XM1 */XM2 */CD/CD-L/ AUX. ● CH (Channel) Button Radio:Press and - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 18
and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine. QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey P R N D L D3 Park Turn off or start the engine. Transmission is locked. Reverse Used when reversing. Neutral Transmission is not locked. Drive Normal driving. Low Strong engine braking. Models with D3 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 19
(P307) QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey ● The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system helps stabilize the vehicle during cornering, and helps maintain traction while accelerating on loose or slippery road surfaces. ● VSA® comes on automatically every time you start the engine. ● To turn - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 20
Guide - 2012 Odyssey a Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the dashboard. b Locate the hood latch lever, slide the lever, and lift up the hood. Tires (P370) ● Inspect tires and wheels regularly. ● Check tire pressures regularly. ● Install snow tires for winter driving. Lights - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 21
QRG Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey (P389) Flat Tire (P391) ● Park in a safe location and replace the flat tire with the compact spare tire in under the floor between the front seats and the second row seats. Engine Won't Start (P400) ● If the battery is dead, jump start using a booster - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 22
. Try to turn the steering wheel left and right while turning the ignition key. Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey The ignition switch does not turn from (q to (0 and I cannot remove the key. Why? The shift lever should be moved to (P . Why does the brake pedal pulsate slightly when applying - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 23
driver's door? Why does the beeper sound when I start driving? If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are relocked automatically for security. The beeper sounds when: ● The key is left in the ignition switch. ● The exterior lights are left on. The beeper sounds when: ● Driver - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 24
else except as legally required or with the permission of the vehicle owner. QRG Quick Reference Guide -2012 Odyssey Service Diagnostic Recorders This vehicle is equipped with service-related devices that record information about powertrain performance. The data can be used to verify emissions - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 25
Quick Reference Guide - 2012 Odyssey You will information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to instructions. You CAN be HURT if you don't follow instructions. ● Safety Headings - such as Important Safety Precautions. ● Safety Section - such as Safe Driving. ● Instructions - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 26
2012 Odyssey Safe Driving You can find many safety recommendations throughout this chapter, and throughout this manual. For Safe Driving Important Safety Precautions ...26 Your Vehicle's Safety Features...28 Seat Belts About Your Seat Belts...30 Fastening a Seat Belt...33 Seat Belt Inspection...38 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 27
adults are at the greatest risk. Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual. ■ Don't drink and drive Index Home 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 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 28
Safety Precautions 2012 Odyssey ■ Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying close attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead to a crash. Remember, situations can change quickly - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 29
2012 Odyssey TOC Safe Driving Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to help protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some features do not require any action on your part Column Seat Belts Front Airbags Side Airbags Side Curtain Airbags Door Locks Seat Belt - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 30
uu For Safe Driving u Your Vehicle's Safety Features 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Safety CheckList For the safety of you and your passengers, make a habit of checking these items each time before you drive. • After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure all doors and the tailgate are closed and locked. - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 31
2012 Odyssey TOC Safe Driving 3 WARNING Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of serious injury or death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags a collision or sudden stop the retractor locks to restrain your body. The second and third row passenger's seat belts also have - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 32
2012 Odyssey shoulder part of accessories on the seat belts. Devices intended to improve comfort or reposition the shoulder part Safe Driving periodically sound and the indicator will blink while driving until the driver's and front passenger's seat belts are fastened. The indicator will also come - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 33
QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners TOC Safe Driving 1 Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners The seat belt tensioners can only operate once. If a tensioner is activated, the SRS indicator will come on. if the collision is not severe enough to inflate the front airbags. Index Home 32 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 34
P. 154 Pull out slowly. Correct Seated Posture. 1 Fastening a Seat Belt 2012 Odyssey QRG 1. Pull the seat belt out slowly. No one should sit in a dealer check the belt as soon as possible. Never insert any foreign objects into the buckle or retractor mechanism. TOC Safe Driving Latch Plate - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 35
to remove any slack, then check that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoulder. This spreads the forces of a crash over the strongest bones in your upper body. 1 Fastening a Seat Belt TOC Lap belt as low as possible Safe Driving Push 3 WARNING Improperly positioning the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 36
uu Seat Belts u Fastening a Seat Belt 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor 1. Pull out crash. Before using the seat belt, make sure the detachable anchor is correctly latched. TOC Safe Driving 2. Line up the triangle marks on the small latch plate and anchor buckle. Make sure the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 37
Belts u Fastening a Seat Belt QRG Latch Plate 2012 Odyssey 3. Insert the latch plate into the buckle. Properly insert a key into the slot on the side of the anchor buckle. TOC Safe Driving Buckle Second row center seat Pivot down the anchor buckle forward. Insert a key into the slot on the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 38
Seat Belts u Fastening a Seat Belt 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Advice for Pregnant Women If you are pregnant, 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 the belt as low as possible across the hips. Wear - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 39
u Seat Belt Inspection QRG Seat Belt Inspection Regularly check the condition of your seat belts as follows: 1 Seat Belt Inspection 2012 Odyssey TOC Safe Driving • Pull each belt out fully, and look for frays, cuts, burns, and wear. • Check that the latches work smoothly and the belts retract - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 40
Airbags Airbag System Components 9 8 7 10 10 2012 Odyssey QRG TOC Safe Driving 11 12 8 6 8 8 8 13 Index Home Continued 39 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 41
Components QRG 2012 Odyssey The front, front side, and side curtain airbags are deployed according to the direction and severity of impact. The airbag system includes: a Two SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) d An electronic control unit that continually h Impact TOC Safe Driving monitors and - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 42
attempt to deactivate your airbags. Together, airbags and seat belts provide the best protection. When driving, keep hands and arms out of the deployment path of the front airbag by holding each side of the steering wheel. Do not cross an arm over the airbag cover. TOC Safe Driving Index Home 41 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 43
the side windows. Each is discussed in the following pages. 1 Types of Airbags 2012 Odyssey The airbags can inflate whenever the ignition switch is in ON (w . TOC Safe Driving Front Airbags (SRS) The front SRS airbags inflate in a moderate to severe frontal collision to help protect the head and - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 44
uu Airbags u Front Airbags (SRS) 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Operation Front airbags are designed to inflate during moderate-to-severe frontal collisions. When the vehicle decelerates suddenly, the sensors send information to the control unit which signals one or both front airbags to inflate. A frontal - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 45
a hole, or other low fixed object that causes a sudden deceleration in the vehicle chassis. Since the impact is underneath the vehicle, damage may not be readily apparent. ■ When front airbags may not deploy, even though exterior damage appears severe Since crushable body parts absorb crash energy - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 46
• Do not place any cover over the passenger side dashboard. Make sure the floor mat behind the front passenger's seat is hooked to the floor mat anchor. An improperly placed mat can interfere with the advanced airbag sensors. 2 Floor Mats P. 386 TOC Safe Driving Driver's Seat Position Sensor The - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 47
side impact. 1 Side Airbags 2012 Odyssey TOC Safe Driving ■ Housing Locations The side airbags are housed in the outside edge of the driver's and passenger's seatbacks. Both are marked SIDE AIRBAG. Housing Location Do not attach accessories on or near the side airbags. They can interfere with - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 48
uu Airbags u Side Airbags 2012 Odyssey ■ When a side airbag deploys with little or no visible damage Because the airbag systems senses sudden acceleration, a strong impact to the side of the vehicle's framework can cause a side airbag to deploy. In such cases, there may be little or no damage, but - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 49
uu Airbags u Side Airbags QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Side Airbag Cutoff System TOC Safe Driving 1 Side Airbag Cutoff System Sensor that monitor the passenger's height. To reduce the likelihood that a front passenger may be injured by an inflating side airbag, the passenger side airbag is automatically - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 50
to-severe side impact. 1 Side Curtain Airbags 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Housing Locations The side curtain airbags are located in the ceiling above the operation of the side curtain airbags. TOC Safe Driving Side Curtain Airbag Storage ■ Operation The side curtain airbag is designed to deploy in - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 51
uu Airbags u Airbag System Indicators QRG Airbag System Indicators If a problem occurs in the airbag system, the SRS indicator will come on and a message appears on the multi-information display *. 2012 Odyssey 1 SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Indicator TOC Safe Driving 3 WARNING Ignoring - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 52
Airbags u Airbag System Indicators 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Passenger Airbag Off Indicator U.S. 1 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator If the indicator comes none of these conditions exist, have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible. The passenger airbag off indicator may come on and goes off - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 53
uu Airbags u Airbag System Indicators QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Side Airbag Off Indicator TOC Safe Driving 1 Side Airbag Off Indicator When you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , the indicator should come on for a few seconds and then go out. If it doesn't come on, stays on, or comes on while driving - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 54
situations: 1 Airbag Care 2012 Odyssey QRG We recommend against the use of salvaged airbag system components, including the airbag, tensioners, sensors, and control unit. TOC Safe Driving ■ When the airbags have deployed If an airbag has inflated, the control unit and other related parts must - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 55
. This is because: • An inflating front or side airbag can injure or kill a child sitting in the front seat seat. 1 Protecting Child Passengers 2012 Odyssey TOC Safe Driving 3 WARNING Children who are Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that all children age 12 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 56
Child Passengers 2012 Odyssey • Any wrap one around their neck can result in serious injury or death. Instruct children not to play with any seat belt and make sure any unused all the way. To remind you of the passenger's front airbag hazards and child safety, your vehicle has warning labels on the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 57
Protecting Infants 1 Protecting Infants 2012 Odyssey TOC Safe Driving An infant must be refer to the child seat manufacturer's instructions before installation. When properly installed, operation of the passenger's advanced front airbag system. 2 Airbags P. 39 Index Home If this occurs - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 58
Safety u Safety of Infants and Small Children 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Protecting Smaller Children If a child instructions. TOC Safe Driving Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat can be hazardous, even with advanced front airbags that automatically turn the passenger's front airbag - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 59
uu Child Safety u Safety of Infants and Small Children QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Selecting a Child Seat TOC Safe Driving 1 Selecting a Child Seat Installation of a LATCH-compatible child seat is simple. LATCH-compatible child seats have been developed to simplify the installation process and reduce the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 60
uu Child Safety u Safety of Infants and Small Children 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat A LATCH-compatible child seat can be installed in each of the second and third row seats. A child seat is attached to the lower anchors with either the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 61
and may cause injury to the child or other vehicle occupants. TOC Safe Driving Rigid Type Flexible Type Lower Anchors Cover Marks Second row center seat To install a LATCH-compatible child seat in the second row center seat, remove the covers on each lower end of the seat -back by pulling on the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 62
Small Children 2012 Odyssey Second row outer position QRG Tether Strap Hook Anchor 3. Raise the head restraint to its highest position, then route the tether strap between the head restraint legs, and secure the tether strap hook onto the anchor. 4. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 63
of Infants and Small Children QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt TOC Safe Driving 1 Installing a Child Seat with 's instructions, and insert the latch plate into the buckle. u Insert the latch plate fully until it clicks. 3. Slowly pull the shoulder part of - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 64
uu Child Safety u Safety of Infants and Small Children 2012 Odyssey 6. Make sure the child seat is firmly secured by rocking it forward and back and side to side; lockable retractor, release the buckle and allow the seat belt to wind up all the way. QRG TOC Safe Driving Index Home Continued 63 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 65
Safety of Infants and Small Children QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Adding Security with a Tether TOC Safe Driving Third row seat Second row outer available. A tether anchorage point is provided behind each second and third row seating position. A child seat that is installed with a seat belt and comes - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 66
uu Child Safety u Safety of Infants and Small Children 2012 Odyssey Second row center seat QRG 3. Secure the tether strap hook onto the anchor. 4. Tighten the tether strap as instructed by the child seat manufacturer. TOC Safe Driving Third row seat Index Home 65 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 67
Children 1 Safety of Larger Children 2012 Odyssey TOC Safe Driving The following pages give instructions on how to check proper seat belt fit, what belt cross between the child's neck and arm? • Is the lap part of the seat belt as low as possible, touching the child's thighs? • Will the child be - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 68
Driving ■ Protecting Larger Children-Final Checks Your vehicle has a rear seat where children can be properly restrained. If you ever have to carry a group of children, and a child must ride in front: • Make sure you read and fully understand the instructions and safety information in this manual - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 69
not get into the interior. 1 Carbon Monoxide Gas 2012 Odyssey TOC Safe Driving 3 WARNING Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it oil change. When you operate a vehicle with the tailgate open, airflow can pull exhaust gas into the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 70
Safety Labels Label Locations 2012 Odyssey QRG These labels are in the locations shown. They warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury or death. Read these labels carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read (except for the U.S. dashboard label which may be removed by - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 71
QRG 2012 Odyssey Index Home 70 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 72
2012 Odyssey QRG Instrument Panel This chapter describes the buttons, indicators, and gauges that are used while driving. Indicators ...72 Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages * ...84 Gauges and Displays Gauges...86 Information Display * ...87 Audio/Information Screen * ... - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 73
off when the engine starts. Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low. ● Explanation Comes on while driving - Make sure the parking brake is released. Check the brake fluid level. 2 What to do when the indicator comes on while driving P. 408 ● Message * U.S. Canada TOC U.S. Instrument Panel - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 74
if the engine is not started. If "readiness codes" have not been set, it blinks five times before it goes off. Comes on if there is a problem with the emissions control system. Blinks when a misfire in the engine's cylinders is detected. ● Explanation Readiness codes are part of the on board - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 75
● Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off. Blinks if the transmission system has a problem. ● Blinks while driving - Avoid sudden starts and acceleration and have the vehicle checked by a dealer immediately. Index Home 74 * Not available on - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 76
● Low Fuel Indicator Indicator ● ● Comes on - Refuel your vehicle as soon as possible. Blinks - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. Stays on constantly - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. With this indicator on, your vehicle still has normal braking ability but no anti-lock function. 2 ABS - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 77
Indicators u QRG 2012 Odyssey Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off. Comes on if a problem with any of the following is detected: - Supplemental restraint system - Side airbag system - Side curtain airbag system - Seat - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 78
sensor(s) is covered with mud, ice, snow, etc. If the indicator(s) stays on even after you clean the area, have the system checked by a dealer. - ● ● Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. 2 Daytime Running Lights P. 144 Daytime Running Lights Indicator * ● Index Home * Not available on all - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 79
2012 Odyssey Indicator Name ● On/Blinking Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w . Comes on if there is a problem with the TPMS, or when a compact spare tire is temporarily installed. Comes you can. Comes on while driving - Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 80
uu Indicators u 2012 Odyssey Indicator Name ● QRG On/Blinking Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off. Comes on along with a beep when a problem is detected. A system message on the multi-information display appears at the same time. ● Explanation - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 81
uu Indicators u QRG 2012 Odyssey Indicator Name Fog Light Indicator * ● On/Blinking Comes on when the fog lights are on. Comes on for a few seconds when you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , then goes off. Comes on when the passenger side airbag system is automatically shut off. ● Explanation - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 82
up to 15 seconds and start the engine. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. U.S. Canada Starter System Indicator * Canada Fuel Economy Indicator CRUISE MAIN Indicator CRUISE CONTROL Indicator ● Comes on and stays on while you are driving with good fuel economy. Comes on when you press the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 83
Instrument Panel ● 2 Maintenance Minder™ P. 335 - ● U.S. ● Stays on constantly or does not come on at all - You can still open or close the tailgate manually. Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. U.S. Canada Power Tailgate Indicator * Canada Index Home 82 * Not available on all models - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 84
mud, snow, or ice accumulates in the vicinity of sensor. Comes on if there is a problem with the system. - ● Comes on while driving - Remove the obstacle in the vicinity of sensor. Index Home ● Comes on while driving - Have the vehicle checked by a dealer. * Not available on all models 83 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 85
the with the system message indicator on. Message Condition ● 2012 Odyssey / (information) button to see the message again Explanation TOC Instrument Panel Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not installed. 2 Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 407 ● ● Appears when the scheduled - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 86
* 2012 Odyssey Message ● QRG Condition Appears when the daytime running lights are off. Explanation 2 Daytime Running Lights P. 144 TOC Instrument Panel ● Appears when there is a problem with the sensor on the battery. ● Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. 2 Checking the Battery P. 379 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 87
ignition switch is in ON (w . 2012 Odyssey ■ Speedometer TOC Instrument Panel Displays your driving speed in mph or km/h. ■ Tachometer Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute. ■ Fuel Gauge Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank. 1 Fuel Gauge NOTICE You should refuel when - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 88
, trip meter, engine oil life and maintenance service item codes, and other gauges. 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Switching the Display Press the (SEL/RESET) knob to change the display. Odometer Range (estimated distance) TOC Instrument Panel Instant fuel economy Outside temperature * Trip meter A Trip - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 89
uu Gauges and Displays u Information Display * QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Trip Meter Shows the total number of miles km. The display is updated at set intervals. When a trip meter is reset, the average fuel economy is also reset. ■ Engine Oil Life Shows the remaining oil life and Maintenance MinderTM. 2 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 90
Display * 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Outside Temperature * 1 Outside Temperature The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. Road heat outside temperature in Fahrenheit (U.S.) or Celsius (Canada). ■ Adjusting the outside temperature indicator Adjust * Not available on all models Continued 89 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 91
Display * QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Check Fuel Cap Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not installed. 2 Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 407 TOC Instrument Panel ■ Check Batt Sensor Appears when there is a problem with the sensor on the battery. 2 Checking the Battery P. 379 Index - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 92
/Information Screen * Models without navigation system 2012 Odyssey Audio/Information Screen * Displays audio status, trip computer and wallpaper, and allows you to go to various setup . TOC Instrument Panel Display Button Selector Knob Index Home * Not available on all models Continued 91 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 93
uu Gauges and Displays u Audio/Information Screen * QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Audio Display Shows the current audio information. 2 Audio System Basic Operation P. 197 TOC Instrument Panel ■ Trip Computer Shows the instant fuel economy, average fuel economy, distance (trip meter), average speed, - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 94
Gauges and Displays u Audio/Information Screen * 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Setting Options 1. Press SETUP button. 2. Rotate and select the setup option you want to change. Press . TOC Instrument Panel ■ DVD Setup * 2 DVD setup from the front panel P. 244 ■ Phone Setup * 2 2 2 2 2 2 Phone Setup P. 264 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 95
and Displays u Audio/Information Screen * QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Wallpaper Setup You can change, store, delete the wallpaper on the audio/information screen. Models with navigation system 1 Wallpaper Setup • When importing wallpaper files, the image must be in the USB flash drive's root directory - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 96
Audio/Information Screen * 2012 Odyssey , then press . u The screen will change to the wallpaper list. 2. Rotate to circle. u You can also select Default Wallpaper (Honda logo) or Clock on the list. ■ Delete menu, then press . u The screen will change to the delete wallpaper list. 2. Rotate to - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 97
uu Gauges and Displays u Audio/Information Screen * QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Trip Computer Reset You can reset all data on the trip computer. 1. Press the SETUP button. TOC Instrument Panel 2. Rotate to select Trip Computer Reset, - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 98
uu Gauges and Displays u Audio/Information Screen * 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Display Setup ■ Brightness/Contrast If you select Brightness or Contrast, adjust the setting by rotating and pressing . TOC Instrument Panel ■ Menu Color If you select Menu Color, rotate you want, then press . to setting - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 99
messages such as warnings and other helpful information. 2012 Odyssey TOC Instrument Panel ■ Switching the Display Press the display. / (information) button or the SEL/RESET button to change the Odometer Average fuel economy/ Instant fuel economy Range / Button Trip meter A Elapsed Time - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 100
* 2012 Odyssey QRG The trip meter is reset to 0.0. ■ Average Fuel Economy Shows the estimated average fuel economy of each trip meter in mpg or l/100 estimated distance you can travel on the remaining fuel. This distance is estimated from the fuel economy of your trips in the past. Index - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 101
and Displays u Multi-Information Display * QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Average Speed Shows the average speed in Fahrenheit (U.S.) or Celsius (Canada). 1 Outside Temperature The temperature sensor is in the front bumper. Road heat and exhaust seems incorrect. Index Home 100 * Not available on all models - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 102
Information Display * 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Customized Press the SEL/RESET button to change the display to the CHANGE SETTINGS. TOC Customization is possible when you 1 or DRIVER 2) on the CHANGE SETTINGS screen. The driver's ID Panel / Button Changes the customize menu and items. SEL/RESET Button - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 103
2012 Odyssey ■ Customization flow Press the / button. LANGUAGE SELECTION CUSTOMIZE SETTINGS TOC Instrument Panel SEL/RESET ADJUST OUTSIDE TEMP. DISPLAY CHANGE SETTINGS SEL/RESET METER SETUP SEL/RESET TRIP A RESET WITH REFUEL ELAPSED TIME RESET DEFAULT ALL POSITION SETUP EXIT INTERIOR LIGHT - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 104
Setup Memory Position Link Interior Light Dimming Time Lighting Setup Headlight Auto Off Timer Auto Light Sensitivity *1: Default Setting Sets Trip A and the average fuel economy to reset when you refuel. Changes the resetting conditions of the elapsed time. Changes the driver's seat position to - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 105
Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * QRG 2012 Odyssey Setup Group Customizable Features Auto Door Lock Description Changes the setting for the automatic locking feature. Changes the setting for when the doors unlock automatically. Changes which doors unlock with the remote transmitter - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 106
uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * 2012 Odyssey ■ Example of customization settings The steps for changing the TRIP A RESET WITH REFUEL setting to ON are shown below. The default , where you can select ON, OFF, or EXIT. Index Home * Not available on all models Continued 105 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 107
uu Gauges and Displays u Multi-Information Display * QRG 2012 Odyssey 6. Press the / button and select ON, then press the SEL/RESET button. uThe ON setup screen appears, the SEL/ RESET button. 8. Repeat Step 7 until you return to the normal screen. Index Home 106 * Not available on all models - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 108
2012 Odyssey QRG Controls This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving. Setting the Clock Alarm * ...134 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel Ignition Switch...141 Turn Signals ...142 Light Switches...142 Fog Lights * ...144 Daytime Running Lights - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 109
Setting the Clock QRG Clock Models without audio/information screen 2012 Odyssey 1 Clock Models with navigation system You can adjust the time in the clock display, using the CLOCK button with the ignition switch in ON (w . 1. Press - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 110
uu Setting the Clock u Clock 2012 Odyssey Models with audio/information screen QRG 1 Clock These indications are used to show how to operate the selector knob. Rotate Press to select. to enter. You can adjust - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 111
QRG Key Types and Functions This vehicle comes with the following keys: 1 Key Types and Functions 2012 Odyssey ■ Master Keys Models with remote properly, have them inspected by a dealer. TOC Controls Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and to lock and unlock the doors and tailgate. - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 112
uu Locking and Unlocking the Doors u Key Types and Functions 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Valet Key Gray 1 Valet Key Can be used to start and stop the engine, and lock and unlock driver's door. When you need to leave a key with a third party, leave the valet key. TOC Controls ■ - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 113
2012 Odyssey change the relock timer setting. 2 Customized Features P. 101 If the interior light switch is in the door activated position, the interior lights come battery is probably low. If the LED does not come on when you press a button, the battery is dead. 2 Replacing the Button Battery - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 114
uu Locking and Unlocking the Doors u Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key Fully insert the key and turn it. 1 Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key When you lock the driver's - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 115
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ■ Using the Lock Tab To Lock Lock Tab 1 Using the Lock Tab 2012 Odyssey ■ Locking a door Pull the lock tab. ■ Unlocking a door To Unlock When you lock the door using the To Unlock Master Door Lock Switch Index Home 114 * Not available on all models - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 116
childproof door locks prevent the rear doors from being opened from the inside regardless of the position of the lock tab. 1 Childproof Door Locks 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Setting the Childproof Door Locks Unlock Slide the lever in the rear door to the lock position, and close the door. Unlock Lock - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 117
a certain condition is met. 1 Auto Door Locking/Unlocking 2012 Odyssey Models without multi-information display ■ Auto Door Locking ■ Drive lock mode lever is moved into (P with the brake pedal depressed. You can turn off or change to another auto door locking/unlocking setting using the multi - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 118
lock switch. 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ List of the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Customizable Options ■ Auto door locking Mode Drive Lock Mode is moved out of (P with the brake pedal depressed. The auto door locking is deactivated all the time. TOC Controls ■ Auto door unlocking Mode Driver's door unlocks - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 119
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting * QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Customizing Flow for Auto Door Locking Options Steps 1 2 TOC Controls Drive Lock Mode*1 Move the shift lever out of (P with the brake to ACCESSORY (q within 20 seconds. uCustomization is completed. *1: Default setting Index Home 118 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 120
the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting * 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Customizing Flow for Auto Door to ON (w . Move the shift lever to (P with the brake pedal depressed. Open the driver's door. Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY (q within 20 seconds. uCustomization is completed. *1: Default setting - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 121
tailgate before opening or closing it. Models with power tailgate 2012 Odyssey 1 Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate ■ Opening the tailgate cargo space. They may get hurt during hard braking, a sudden acceleration, or a crash. ■ Closing the tailgate Keep the tailgate closed while driving - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 122
Tailgate u Opening/Closing the Tailgate Using the Tailgate Release Button Opening/Closing the Tailgate Using the Tailgate Release Button Tailgate Release Button 2012 Odyssey QRG When all the doors are unlocked, the tailgate is unlocked. Push the tailgate release button and lift open the tailgate - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 123
/Closing the Power Tailgate 2012 Odyssey ■ The power tailgate battery or the power tailgate fuse while the tailgate is open, the power tailgate may be disabled. The power tailgate resumes once you manually close the tailgate. Installing aftermarket components other than genuine Honda accessories - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 124
the Power Tailgate * 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Remote Transmitter or closing, the auto reverse feature reverses the direction. Three beeps sound. The auto reverse function stops without multi-information display To change the setting, do the following: 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Turn the ignition - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 125
QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Power Tailgate Button Power Tailgate Button To open or close the power tailgate, press the tailgate button on the dashboard for about one second. The beeper sounds and some exterior lights flash . It may suddenly swing up or down. Index Home 124 * Not available on all models - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 126
uu Opening and Closing the Tailgate u Opening/Closing the Power Tailgate * 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Auto-Closer If you manually close the power tailgate, it latches automatically. 1 Auto-Closer The auto-closer feature does not activate if you push the tailgate release button while the power tailgate - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 127
. 2012 Odyssey 1 Precautions for Opening/Closing the Sliding Doors ■ Opening the sliding doors Open the door all the way until it stops. u If it is not fully opened, the door may close again by its own weight. 3 WARNING Closing a sliding door while any part on the vehicle body. Use the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 128
Door Handle 2012 Odyssey 1 Opening/Closing a Sliding Door Once a door is fully opened, the door position is locked. Do not step on the cover that stores door again. While the fuel fill door is open, you cannot open the driver side sliding door. Operate the door after the fuel fill door is closed. - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 129
the Power Sliding Doors 2012 Odyssey If you move the shift lever out of P, and release the brake pedal and the parking brake: While opening - The complete stop. Make sure you apply the brake when rear passengers are boarding or exiting. TOC Controls • The fuel fill door is closed (on the driver - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 130
Power Sliding Doors * 2012 Odyssey ■ Switching between manual and automatic operations switch from ON to OFF If you replace the battery or the power sliding door fuse while the door is manually close the door. QRG Automatic operation: Select the ON position of the sliding door main switch. Manual - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 131
Sliding Doors * QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Power Sliding Door again. 1 Opening/Closing the Power Sliding Doors Auto Reverse Pinch Sensor TOC Controls Do not touch people or obstacles near the door. The auto reverse function should be activated in case of Some parts of the door edge do not sense resistance when - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 132
the Power Sliding Doors * 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Remote Transmitter Driver P. 101 Models without multi-information display To change the setting, do the following: 1. Press 20 seconds. 4. Repeat the above procedure four times. Before you start customizing, • Turn the main switch to OFF. • Turn the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 133
2012 Odyssey ■ Door Handles Door Handle 1 Opening/Closing the Power Sliding Doors ■ Outer handles Pull up on the outer handle towards you. The sliding door starts conditions: • The ignition switch is in ON (w • The shift lever is in other than (P • The brake pedal is released • The parking brake - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 134
power sliding door, it latches automatically. Models with power sliding door 2012 Odyssey 1 Auto-Closer Keep your hands away from the power sliding door. The manually closed door latches automatically when it is half-shut. The auto-closer feature does not activate if you keep pulling the inner or - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 135
covered by or touching a metal object. 1 Immobilizer System NOTICE 2012 Odyssey lights flash. ■ To deactivate the security system alarm Unlock the vehicle using the key or remote transmitter. The system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated. Index Home 134 * Not available - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 136
uu Security System u Security System Alarm * 2012 Odyssey ■ Setting the security system alarm The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have been met: • The ignition switch is in LOCK (0 , and the key has been removed from the ignition switch. • The hood is closed. - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 137
Security System Alarm * QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Panic Mode ■ The panic button on the remote Panic Button transmitter If you press the panic button for approximately one second, the following will occur for about 30 seconds: • The horn sounds. TOC Controls • Some exterior lights flash. ■ Canceling - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 138
in, the indicator comes on and you can Power Windows 2012 Odyssey QRG 3 Auto Reverse If auto reverse function is disabled when you continuously pull up the switch. The auto Windows with Auto-Open/Close Manual operation To open: Push the switch down lightly. To close: Pull the switch up lightly - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 139
uu Opening and Closing the Windows u Opening/Closing the Power Windows QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Opening/Closing Windows without Auto-Open/Close Function 2nd row seat Close To open: Push the switch down stop midway, repeat the procedure. Unlock Button Index Home 138 * Not available on all models - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 140
uu Opening and Closing the Windows u Opening/Closing the Power Windows 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Opening/Closing the Windows and Moonroof * with the Key To open: Unlock the want further adjustment, repeat the same operation. Close Open TOC Controls Index Home * Not available on all models 139 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 141
2012 Odyssey freezing temperature or when it is covered with snow or ice can damage auto reverse function causes the moonroof to change directions, then stop. Auto Moonroof * with the Key P. 139 ■ Manual operation To open: Pull the switch back, center of the moonroof switch. To close: Push the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 142
the key in this position. (q ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and other accessories in this position. (w ON: This is the position when driving. (e START: This position is for starting the engine. The switch returns to ON (w when you let go of the key. 2012 Odyssey QRG You cannot take the key - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 143
Around the Steering Wheel u Turn Signals QRG Turn Signals Right Turn 2012 Odyssey The turn signals can be used when the ignition switch is in ON (w . Left Turn TOC Controls Light Switches ■ Manual Operation High Beams 1 Light Switches Rotating the light switch turns the lights on and off - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 144
the key and close the driver's door. uYou can change the headlight auto off timer setting. 2 Customized Features P. 101 Adjust the AUTO light sensitivity as follows: Setting MAX HIGH MID LOW MIN The exterior lights come on when the ambient light is at Bright If you turn the ignition switch to - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 145
fog lights. 1 Fog Lights 2012 Odyssey When the fog lights are on, the indicator in the instrument panel will be on. 2 Fog Light Indicator * P. 80 TOC Controls Fog Light Switch Daytime Running Lights The high beam headlights come on slightly dimmer than normal when the following conditions have - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 146
Wheel u Wipers and Washers Wipers and Washers The windshield wipers and washers can be used when the ignition switch is in ON (w . 1 Wipers and Washers NOTICE 2012 Odyssey QRG Pull to use washer. Intermittent Time Adjustment Ring MIST OFF INT: Low this condition may starts moving fluid comes out. - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 147
Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Wipers and Washers QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Rear Wiper/Washer The rear wiper and washer can be used when the ignition switch is in ON (w . 1 Opening/Closing the Power Sliding Doors If the wiper stops operating due to any obstacle such as the build-up of snow, park - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 148
Around the Steering Wheel u Brightness Control 1 Brightness Control 2012 Odyssey QRG Instrument panel brightness varies, depending on whether the exterior lights are on or cancels the reduced instrument panel brightness when the exterior lights are on. TOC Controls On multi-information display - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 149
consumes a lot of power, so turn it off when the window has been defogged. Also, do not use the system for a long period when the engine is idling. This may weaken the battery, making it difficult to start the engine. If the outside temperature is below 41°F (5°C), the heated mirror function will - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 150
Wheel u Driving Position Memory System * Driving Position Memory System * You can store two driver's seat and outside mirrors position with the driving to memory button 2. Driver 1 Driver 2 1 Driving Position Memory System 2012 Odyssey QRG Using the multi-information display, you can disable - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 151
uu Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel u Driving Position Memory System * QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Storing a Position in Memory Memory Button (P . 2. Apply the parking brake. 3. Press a memory button ( (1 or (2 ). uYou will hear the beeper, and the indicator light will blink. The seat and - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 152
u Adjusting the Steering Wheel Adjusting the Steering Wheel The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture. To adjust 1 Adjusting the Steering Wheel 2012 Odyssey QRG 1. Push the steering - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 153
the rearview mirror when you are sitting in the correct driving position. 1 Adjusting the Mirrors 2012 Odyssey Keep the inside and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. Adjust the mirrors before you start driving. 2 Adjusting the Seat Positions P. 154 ■ Rearview Mirror with Day - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 154
the door mirrors when the ignition switch is in ON (w . 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Mirror position adjustment L/R selector switch: Select the left or right mirror. After adjusting the mirror, return the switch to the center position. Mirror position adjustment switch: Press the switch left, right, up - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 155
the front airbags as possible while maintaining control of the vehicle. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of the steering wheel and the chest. Always make seat adjustments before driving - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 156
2012 Odyssey ■ Adjusting the passenger's manual seats The front * and second row outer The third row QRG Seat-back Angle Adjustment Seat-back Angle Adjustment Pull up the lever to change the angle. The second row center to change the angle. Continued Index Home * Not available on all models 155 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 157
the Seats u Adjusting the Seat Positions QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Adjusting the Seat-Backs Adjust the driver's seat-back to a comfortable, upright position, leaving ample space between your chest and the airbag cover in the center of the steering wheel. The front seat passenger should also adjust - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 158
Seats u Adjusting the Seat Positions 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Adjusting the Head Restraints Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions. Head restraints are most effective for protection against whiplash and other rearimpact crash injuries when the center of the back of the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 159
uu Adjusting the Seats u Adjusting the Seat Positions QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Adjusting the front and second row outer and third row outer head restraint positions To raise the head restraint: Pull it upward. To lower the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 160
uu Adjusting the Seats u Adjusting the Seat Positions 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Changing the Second Restraint Positions Row */Third Row Center Seat Head A passenger sitting in the second row/third row center seating position should adjust the height of their head restraint to an appropriate position - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 161
the Seats u Adjusting the Seat Positions QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Maintain a Proper Sitting Position After seriously or fatally injured in a crash by striking interior parts of the vehicle or being struck by an inflating front airbag. 1 Maintain a Proper Sitting Position 3 WARNING Sitting improperly - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 162
uu Adjusting the Seats u Adjusting the Seat Positions 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Active Head Restraints The driver's and front passenger's seats have active head restraints. In a rear impact, an occupant properly secured by a seat belt will - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 163
uu Adjusting the Seats u Rear Seats QRG Rear Seats ■ Third Row Seat Access Strap Lever 1 Third Row Seat Access 2012 Odyssey Pulling up on the seat-back angle adjustment lever, or pulling the release strap tilts the second row outer seat's seat-back forward. Slide the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 164
uu Adjusting the Seats u Rear Seats 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Removing a Second Row Outer Seat Seat-back Angle adjustment Lever Handle 1 Removing a Second Row Outer Seat Do not remove the seat while driving. To reinstall the seat, hook the front of the seat to the floor first. Pushing the rear of the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 165
uu Adjusting the Seats u Rear Seats QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Sliding the Second Row Outer Seats Outward 1. Make sure the seat is latched before driving. 1 Sliding the Second Row Outer Seats Outward When the second row outer seats are in the original (center) position, passengers have easier access to - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 166
Seats u Rear Seats 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Removing the Second Row Center Seat * 1 Removing the Second Row Center Seat Do not remove the seat while driving. The multi-functional center seat can be used the front of the seat from the floor. Index Home * Not available on all models Continued 165 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 167
2012 Odyssey ■ Tucking away the One-Motion Third row magic Seat® 1. Store the center cargo area before you tuck away the third row seat. The instruction label cargo area. When you tuck away one side of the third row seats and use the non-recessed part of the cargo area, make sure to secure the cargo - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 168
uu Adjusting the Seats u Rear Seats 2012 Odyssey ■ To return the seat to the upright position: 1. Grab the handle from outside. Pull up the folded seat and pivot it forward. 1 To return the seat to the upright position Make sure the seat is latched before driving. QRG TOC Handle Straps Controls - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 169
Pull down the armrest. Front seat with adjustable armrest 2012 Odyssey Pivot down the armrest all the way, then pull it up to a desired angle. TOC Controls ■ Using the Second and Third Row Seat Armrest * Pull down the armrest of the center seat-back. Index Home 168 * Not available on all - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 170
multi-information display 2012 Odyssey QRG Off On Door Activated Position ■ Door activated The interior lights come on in the change the interior light dimming time. 2 Customized Features P. 101 All models Door Activated Position Cargo area: When the tailgate is open. The interior lights - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 171
/Interior Convenience Items u Interior Lights QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Map Lights ■ Front The map lights can be turned on and off by pressing the lenses. 1 Map Lights When the front interior light switch is in the door activated position and any door is open, the map light will not go off when you - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 172
. 1 Glove Box 2012 Odyssey QRG 3 WARNING An open glove box can cause serious injury to your passenger in a crash, even if the passenger is wearing the seat belt. Always keep the glove box closed while driving. TOC Controls ■ Removable Center Console * Lever 1 Removable Center Console When you - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 173
u Interior Convenience Items QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Flip-up Trash Bag Ring * Tab 1 Flip-up Trash Bag Ring Pull up the ring until it clicks, and lift the tab. Put a plastic bag in the ring. Push the tab down to hold the bag. The ring is designed to hold light items only. Store the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 174
uu Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Center Pocket Press the button to open the center pocket. Button TOC Controls ■ Using the center pocket as a cool box * While the air conditioner is in use, you can store items in the center pocket to - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 175
uu Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Beverage Holders Holder Arm 1 Beverage can scald you. TOC Controls Tray ■ Removable center console beverage holders * ■ Front seat beverage holders * Index Home 174 * Not available on all models - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 176
Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items 2012 Odyssey ■ Second row seat beverage holders * To use the beverage holder, fold the seatback. 2 Using the Second and Third Row Seat Armrest * P. 168 QRG TOC ■ Third row seat beverage holders Index Home Controls * Not available - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 177
Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Accessory Power Sockets The accessory power sockets can be used when the ignition switch is in ACCESSORY (q or ON (w . ■ Accessory power socket(s) (console panel) Open the cover to use it. TOC Controls 1 Accessory - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 178
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ AC Power Outlet * 1 AC Power Outlet NOTICE The AC power outlet can be used when the engine is running. Open the cover to or less. TOC Controls Index Home * Not available on all models Continued 177 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 179
Convenience Items QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Coat Hooks Second row 1 Coat Hooks There are coat hooks on the both side of the grab handle and the window frame. Pull it down to use it. The coat hooks are not designed for large or heavy items. TOC Controls Third row ■ Cargo Hooks Use the floor - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 180
/Interior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Grocery Bag Hooks ■ Front Pull out the hook on the instrument panel from the side. 1 Grocery Bag Hooks The hooks are designed to hold light items. Heavy objects may damage the hook. TOC Controls Hook ■ Rear Hooks - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 181
uu Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Sunglasses Holder To open the sunglasses holder, push and release the indent. To close, push it again until it latches. Push 1 Sunglasses Holder Keep the holder closed while driving except when - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 182
off. Under such conditions, the battery may be weakened, making the engine difficult to start. TOC Controls The appropriate indicator will be on while the seat heater is on. Each time you press the switch, the mode changes to HI, LOW and OFF. Index Home * Not available on all models Continued - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 183
uu Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items u Interior Convenience Items QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Integrated Sunshades * Second Row Hooks 1 Integrated Sunshades ■ Second row sunshades Pull the tab and all the way. Attach the tab to the hook. Tab Index Home 182 * Not available on all models - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 184
, Heating and A/C 2012 Odyssey QRG TOC Dashboard vents conditions. Recirculation Mode (indicator on): Recirculates air from the vehicle's interior through the system. Fresh Air air mode in normal situations. A/C Button Press to cool the interior or dehumidify while heating. Mode Button Change - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 185
interior Change to fresh air mode as soon as the interior gets warm enough. The windows may fog up if kept in recirculation mode. 3. Set the temperature to maximum heat. 4. Press the button (indicator on). ■ To dehumidify the interior When used in combination with the heater, the air conditioning - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 186
A/C 2012 Odyssey QRG driving. Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower limit. When cold air air hits the side windows. 1 To rapidly defrost the windows After defrosting the windows, switch over to fresh air the air conditioning system on and automatically switches the system to fresh air - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 187
u Rear A/C Controls QRG Rear A/C Controls 2012 Odyssey Rear ceiling vents Rear floor vents Rear ceiling button. 2. Adjust the temperature and the fan speed using the appropriate buttons. Select the air flow to the rear passenger compartment using the mode button. Index Home 3. To turn off - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 188
, and setting the temperature to low. Change the fresh air mode to recirculation mode until the temperature cools down. When you set the temperature to the lower or upper limit, Lo or Hi is displayed. 2012 Odyssey QRG Floor and defroster vents AUTO Button Floor vents Dashboard and floor vents - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 189
2012 Odyssey ■ Defrosting the Windshield and Windows Pressing the button turns the air conditioner system on and automatically switches the system to fresh air through all the windows before driving. Do not set the temperature near the upper or lower limit. When cold air hits the windshield, the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 190
uu Climate Control System * u Synchronized Mode Synchronized Mode 1 Synchronized Mode 2012 Odyssey QRG When the system is in dual mode, the driver side temperature, the passenger side temperature and the rear passenger compartment (if it is on) - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 191
Rear Climate Control System From the Front Panel 1 Rear Climate Control System 2012 Odyssey AUTO LOCK appears on the rear control panel while the rear lock is on on the front control panel. The rear system changes to AUTO mode. 2. The system automatically adjusts the fan speed and - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 192
Climate Control System * u Rear Climate Control System 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Using the Rear Climate Control System Control Bar (On/Off) Button Rear MODE Button Rear AUTO Button Use the system when the engine is running. 1. Press the AUTO button. 2. Adjust the interior temperature using the rear - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 193
Climate Control Sensors QRG Automatic Climate Control Sensors Sunlight Sensor 2012 Odyssey The automatic climate control system is equipped with a sunlight sensor, an interior temperature and humidity sensor. Do not cover or spill any liquid on them. TOC Controls Temperature and humidity - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 194
the Audio System XM® Radio Service * ...237 Recommended CDs ...238 Compatible iPod® * and USB Flash Drives * ...240 Rear Entertainment System * ...241 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver * .. 257 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®* Using HFL ...259 HFL Menus ...261 Compass * ...282 Index Home * Not available - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 195
Service *. It can also play audio CDs, WMA/MP3/AAC files, iPods®*, USB flash drives *, and Bluetooth®* devices. You can operate the audio system from the buttons and switches on the panel, or the remote controls on the steering wheel *. 1 About Your Audio System 2012 Odyssey XM® Radio is available - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 196
uu Audio System u USB Adapter Cable * USB Adapter Cable * 1. Unclip the USB connector and loosen the adapter cable. 2. Install the iPod® dock connector or the USB flash drive to the USB connector. 1 USB Adapter Cable 2012 Odyssey • Do not leave the iPod® or USB flash drive in the vehicle. Direct - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 197
battery is disconnected or goes dead. 1 Audio System Theft Protection 2012 Odyssey ■ Reactivating the audio system 1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (w , and turn on the audio system. u If you turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY Link (owners.honda.com.), and find information on how to retrieve the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 198
Basic Operation 2012 Odyssey Models without audio/information screen QRG 1 Audio System Basic Operation These indications are used to show how to operate the TUNE/ (sound) knob. Rotate Press to select. to enter. To use the audio system function, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (q or ON - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 199
Playing the AM/FM Radio 2012 Odyssey FM Button AM Button Press to select a band. VOL/ (Power/volume) Knob Press to turn the audio system ON and OFF. again. A.SEL (Auto Select) Button Press to scan both bands and store the strongest station in each preset. To turn off auto select, press the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 200
Radio 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Radio Data System (RDS) Provides text data information related to your selected RDS capable FM station. 1 Playing the AM/FM Radio The ST indicator appears on the display indicating stereo FM broadcasts. Stereo reproduction in AM is not available. Switching the Audio Mode - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 201
Playing a CD Your audio system supports audio CDs, CD-Rs, off repeat, press and hold the button. ● 2012 Odyssey VOL/ (Power/volume) Knob Press to turn the audio system ON and OFF. Turn to adjust the volume SKIP Buttons Press or to change tracks (files in MP3, WMA or AAC). Press and hold to - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 202
System Basic Operation u Playing a CD 2012 Odyssey 1 Playing a CD NOTICE QRG Do not use CDs with adhesive labels. The label can cause the CD to jam in the unit. WMA files protected by digital rights management (DRM) cannot be played. The audio system displays UNSUPPORTED, then skips to the next - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 203
Operation QRG Models with audio/information screen 2012 Odyssey 1 Audio System Basic Operation These indications are used to show how to operate the selector knob. Rotate Press to select. to enter. To use the audio system function, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (q or ON (w . Use the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 204
Audio Remote Controls 2012 Odyssey QRG The CD mode appears only when a CD is loaded. When in the AUX mode, the following are operable from the remote controls: • iPod®/USB flash drive connected to the USB adapter cable • Bluetooth® Audio (with some phones Home * Not available on all models 203 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 205
uu Audio System Basic Operation u Adjusting the Sound QRG Adjusting the Sound SETUP Button 2012 Odyssey Press the SETUP button, and rotate to adjust the setting. Rotate to scroll through the following choices: 1 Adjusting the Sound The SVC has four modes: OFF, LOW, MID, and HIGH. SVC adjusts the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 206
u Playing the AM/FM Radio Playing the AM/FM Radio Models without rear entertainment system 2012 Odyssey QRG AM/FM Button Press to select a band. VOL/ (Power/volume) Knob Press to turn the audio system ON and OFF. Turn to adjust the volume. Preset Buttons (1-6) To store a station: 1. Tune - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 207
Basic Operation u Playing the AM/FM Radio QRG Models with rear entertainment system 2012 Odyssey TOC Features AM/FM Button Press to select a band. VOL/ (Power/volume) Knob Press to turn the audio system ON and OFF. Turn to adjust the volume. Preset Buttons (1-6) To store a station: 1. Tune - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 208
uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing the AM/FM Radio 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Auto Select Use the auto select feature to scan both bands and store the strongest station in each preset. 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Rotate to select Auto Select, then press . 3. Select PUSH TO START or ON, then - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 209
Radio QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Radio Data System (RDS) Provides text data information related to your selected RDS capable FM station. 1 Playing the AM/FM Radio The ST indicator appears on the display indicating stereo FM broadcasts. Stereo reproduction in AM is not available. Switching the Audio Mode - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 210
uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing the XM® Radio Playing the XM® Radio Models without rear entertainment system 2012 Odyssey QRG go back to the previous display. VOL/ (Power/volume) Knob Press to turn the audio system ON and OFF. Turn to adjust the volume. Preset Buttons (1-6) To store a - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 211
uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing the XM® Radio QRG Models with rear entertainment system 2012 Odyssey TOC Features ( to go back to the previous display. VOL/ (Power/volume) Knob Press to turn the audio system ON and OFF. Turn to adjust the volume. Preset Buttons (1-6) To store a channel - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 212
Audio System Basic Operation u Playing the XM® Radio 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ To Play the XM Radio ® 1 Playing the XM® Radio In the channel mode, all available data fields (artist name, title). This does not indicate a problem with your audio system. 1. Press the button to select the XM® radio band - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 213
audio system supports audio CDs, CD-Rs and CD-RWs in either MP3, WMA, or AAC format. With the CD loaded, press the CD button. Models without rear entertainment system 2012 Odyssey VOL/ (Power/volume) Knob Press to turn the audio text data). SKIP Bar Press or to change tracks (files in MP3, WMA or - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 214
uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing a CD 2012 Odyssey Models with rear entertainment system QRG SCAN Button skip to the beginning of the previous folder in MP3, WMA or AAC. Selector Knob Turn to change tracks/files. Turn to select an item, then press to set your selection. SETUP Button Press - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 215
uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing a CD QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ How to Select a File from a Folder with the Selector Knob (MP3/WMA/AAC) 1. Press to switch the display to a folder list. 1 Playing a CD NOTICE Do not use CDs with adhesive labels. The label can cause the CD to jam in the unit. - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 216
uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing a CD 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ How to Select a Play Mode You can select repeat, random, and scan modes when playing a track or file. 1. Press the SETUP button. 1 How to - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 217
directly from your vehicle's audio system. Models without rear entertainment system 2012 Odyssey VOL/ (Power/volume) Knob Press to turn the audio system ON and OFF album. Selector Knob Press to display the album list. Turn to change tracks/albums. Turn to select an item, then press to set your - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 218
Operation u Playing CD Library 2012 Odyssey Models with rear entertainment system QRG VOL/ (Power/volume) Knob Press to turn the audio system ON and OFF. list (if it was recorded with text data). SKIP Bar Press or to change tracks. Press and hold to move rapidly within a track. RETURN Button Press - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 219
2012 Odyssey ■ Recording a Music CD to CD Library ■ If the CD is played in the audio unit for the first time 1. A prompt appears and asks if you want the currently playing CD to be recorded to the flash memory. 2. Rotate to select YES. Press to start recording. u The display changes not available - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 220
Audio System Basic Operation u Playing CD Library 2012 Odyssey the same procedure. QRG TOC Features ■ Recording a CD Manually Select this option. 1. Insert a CD you want to Rotate to select Record CD Now, then press . u The display changes to the album list. 4. Rotate to select one of the album - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 221
uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing CD Library QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Selecting a Play Mode for CD Library You can select repeat, random, and scan modes when playing CD Library. 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Rotate to select - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 222
uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing CD Library 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Other CD Library Setup Menu 1. Press the Yes. Press to start updating. . 1 To update Gracenote® album info To acquire updated files: Consult a dealer US: Visit www.honda.com. Canada: Visit www.honda.ca. Once you perform - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 223
P. 195 Models without rear entertainment system 2012 Odyssey TOC Features SKIP Bar Press or to change songs. Press and hold to move rapidly within a song. RETURN Button Press to go back to the previous display. VOL/ (Power/volume) Knob Press to turn the audio system ON and OFF. Turn to adjust - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 224
Operation u Playing an iPod® 2012 Odyssey Models with rear entertainment system QRG VOL/ (Power/volume) Knob Press to turn the audio system ON and OFF. Turn to adjust the volume. USB/AUX Button Press to select iPod® (if connected). TOC Features SKIP Bar Press or to change songs. Press and hold - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 225
u Playing an iPod® QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ How to Select a File from the iPod® Menu 1. Press to display the iPod® menu. 1 Playing an iPod® Available operating functions vary on models or versions. Some functions may not be available on the vehicle's audio system. If there is a problem, you may see an - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 226
an iPod® 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ How to Select a Play Mode You can select repeat and shuffle modes when playing a file. 1. Press the SETUP button. 1 How to Select a Play Mode Play Mode Menu Items Normal Play Repeat One Track: Repeats the current track. Shuffle All: Plays all available files in - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 227
MP3, WMA or AAC*1 format. Connect your USB flash drive to the USB adapter cable, then press the USB/AUX button. 2 USB Adapter Cable P. 195 Models without rear entertainment system 2012 Odyssey TOC Features SKIP Bar Press or to change files. Press and hold to move rapidly within a file. RETURN - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 228
a USB Flash Drive 2012 Odyssey Models with rear entertainment system QRG VOL/ (Power/volume) Knob Press to turn the audio system ON and OFF. Turn to adjust the volume. USB/AUX Button Press to select USB flash drive (if connected). TOC Features SKIP Bar Press or to change files. Press and - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 229
Operation u Playing a USB Flash Drive QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ How to Select a File from a Folder with the Selector Knob 1. Press to switch the display to a folder list. 1 Playing a USB Flash Drive Use the recommended USB flash drives. 2 General Information on the Audio System P. 237 Files in WMA - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 230
uu Audio System Basic Operation u Playing a USB Flash Drive 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ How to Select a Play Mode You can select repeat and random modes when playing a file(s). 1. Press the SETUP button. 1 How to Select a Play Mode - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 231
to music from your Bluetooth®-compatible phone. This function is available when the phone is paired and linked to the vehicle's Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) system. 2 Phone Setup P. 264 Models without rear entertainment system 2012 Odyssey TOC Features SKIP Bar Press or to change files. VOL - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 232
Bluetooth® Audio 2012 Odyssey Models with rear entertainment system QRG VOL/ (Power/volume) Knob Press to turn the audio system ON and OFF. Turn to adjust the volume. USB/AUX Button Press to select Bluetooth® Audio. TOC Features SKIP Bar Press or to change files. Selector Knob Turn to change - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 233
linked. 1 Playing Bluetooth® Audio Not all Bluetooth-enabled phones with streaming audio capabilities are compatible with the system. You can find an approved phone by visiting www.handsfreelink.honda.com, or by calling the HandsFreeLink® consumer support at (888) 528-7876. In Canada, visit www - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 234
System Basic Operation u Playing Bluetooth® Audio 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ How to Select a Play Mode You can select repeat and random modes when playing a file(s). 1. Press the SETUP button. 2. Rotate to select Play Mode, - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 235
Operation u Playing Bluetooth® Audio QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Switching to HFL Button 1 Switching to HFL Press the (pick-up) button on the steering wheel to receive a call when Bluetooth® Audio is playing. 2 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 259 If you receive a call while Bluetooth® Audio is in the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 236
see the following error messages. Error Message UNSUPPORTED BAD DISC PLEASE CHECK OWNERS MANUAL PUSH EJECT Cause Track/file format not supported ● 2012 Odyssey QRG Solution Current track/file will be skipped. The next supported track/file plays automatically. Press the (eject) button and remove - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 237
drive, you may see the following error messages. If you cannot clear the error message, contact a dealer. Error Message USB ERROR BAD USB DEVICE PLEASE CHECK OWNERS MANUAL NO SONG Solution 2012 Odyssey Appears when there is a problem with the USB adapter unit. Check if the device is compatible - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 238
General Information on the Audio System XM® Radio Service * ■ Subscribing to XM Radio ® 2012 Odyssey 1 Subscribing to XM® Radio Contact Information for XM® Radio: US: XM® Radio at www.siriusxm.com or (800) 852-9696 Canada: XM® Canada at www.xmradio.ca, or (877) 209-0079 QRG 1. You need your radio - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 239
only standard round-shaped CDs. The CD packages or jackets should have one of these marks. 1 Recommended CDs 2012 Odyssey A Dual-disc cannot play on this audio unit. If recorded under certain conditions, a CD-R or CD-RW may not play either. TOC Features ■ CDs with MP3, WMA or AAC files • Some - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 240
Audio System u Recommended CDs 2012 Odyssey ■ Protecting CDs Follow these precautions when handling or storing CDs: • Store a CD in its case when it is not being played. • When wiping a CD, use a soft clean cloth from the center stuck inside and damage the audio unit. Examples: ● Bubbled, wrinkled - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 241
1 iPod® Model Compatibility 2012 Odyssey This system may not work with all software versions of these devices. TOC Features ■ USB Flash Drives • Use a recommended USB flash drive of 256 MB or higher. • Some digital audio players may not be compatible. • Some USB flash drives (e.g., a device with - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 242
2012 Odyssey Models with navigation system QRG 1 Rear Entertainment System NOTICE For models with the navigation system, see the Navigation System Manual row seat armrest on the driver's side. V = Video jack L = Left audio jack R = Right audio jack 1 Wireless Headphone Your vehicle comes with two - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 243
the System QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Overhead Screen To operate the system, turn the ignition switch to ON (w or ACCESSORY (q . Press the button to turn on the system (indicator display changes to what is displayed on the rear overhead screen. The audio from the front speakers switches to the audio - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 244
you play a DVD and press the SETUP button: Disp Adjust Brightness ( P. 249) Contrast Black Level Color Tint Aspect Ratio Normal ( P. 249) Wide Zoom Full PERSONAL SURROUND ( P. 249) Language ( P. 250) Audio Subtitle Angle Title Chapter NumInput TOC Features 3, 4, , and ENTER Buttons Use 3, 4, , or - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 245
Operating the System QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Playing a DVD • Insert a DVD into the lower slot of the front audio unit. u The system automatically starts the DVD. • chapter. 1 Playing a DVD DVD is available for the rear seat passenger only. If you have turned off the Auto Play feature, press the (play) - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 246
2012 Odyssey Auto Play On: 1. Rotate to select Auto Play On, then press . QRG 2. The check mark disappears, and the auto play feature turns off. u With this feature off, the DVD does not automatically start elapsed time, angle, subtitle, audio, and sound characteristics. TOC Features ■ MENU button - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 247
DVD's title menu appears. Play Mode: You can change the following three settings: TOC Features Audio - Select a language for audio that is available on the DVD. The sound characteristics (Dolby Digital, LPCM, MPEG Audio, dts, etc) of that audio is also displayed. Subtitle - Select a subtitle that - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 248
2012 Odyssey Initial Settings: You can configure the initial Language, Dynamic Range, and Angle Mark settings before playing DVD. Language Select the language for the DVD's displayed menus (Menu Language), Settings - the DVD's audio (Audio of the screen when you change the view angle while the DVD - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 249
QRG 2012 Odyssey Search: You can search for a DVD segment from the following methods. Title Search Select the title you want to play. Chapter Search - Select the chapter you want to play. NumInput Enter a three digit number, if issued to the DVD, to find the segment you want to start to play - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 250
2012 Odyssey ■ SETUP button on the remote Press the SETUP button while the DVD is playing to see the available options. Use the 3, 4, , and buttons to highlight the option and then press the ENTER button. QRG Disp Adjust: You can adjust the overhead screen's brightness, contrast, black level - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 251
u Operating the System QRG 2012 Odyssey Language: You can select the display language from English, French, and Spanish. When the DVD is not playing You can select the audio language from English, French, and Spanish. Appearance: You can select the screen color from white, black, blue, brown, and - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 252
Rear Entertainment System * u Operating the System 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ System Controls and Menus for Audio (Power) Button Press to turn on the system. AUX Button Press to use a USB, iPod, auxiliary video (rear), or auxiliary audio (front). CH/FLODER Bar 2 Audio System Basic Operation P. 202 CD/CDL - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 253
uu Rear Entertainment System * u Operating the System QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Playing AM/FM radio in the rear Press the AM/FM button. When you press the MENU button while the radio is playing, the audio menu appears on the overhead screen. The available functions are the same as those of the front - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 254
2012 Odyssey ■ Playing a CD, and CD Library Press the CD/CDL button. The available options appear on the overhead screen are Repeat, Random, and Scan. These functions are the same as those of the front audio panel P. 242 You can also insert an audio CD compatible with the system, or recorded in MP3/ - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 255
iPod® Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes 1 Audio Sources for Front and Rear Seats 2012 Odyssey Yes: These audio sources are simultaneously playable. No: These audio sources are not simultaneously playable. Yes Yes Yes*2 seats can share the same audio source. Index Home 254 * Not available on all models - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 256
come with these labels can be played in your vehicle's rear entertainment system. Also look for the region code of 1 or ALL on the package or jacket on the disc. DVD-ROMs are not playable in this unit. 1 Playable Discs 2012 Odyssey . TOC Features Index Home * Not available on all models 255 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 257
Cause Solution 2012 Odyssey Press the disc eject button, and remove the disc. Check for an error indication. Insert the disc again. If the code does not disappear or the disc cannot removed, consult a dealer. The disc is not playable in this unit. Eject the disc, and insert a disc compatible with - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 258
2012 Odyssey The HomeLink Universal Transceiver can be programmed to operate up to three remote controlled devices around your home, such as garage doors, lighting Precautions Refer to the safety information that comes with your garage door opener to test available on all models Continued 257 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 259
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver * u Training HomeLink QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Training a Button 1. Position the remote all codes before selling the vehicle. If you have any problems, see the device's instructions, visit www.homelink.com, or call HomeLink at (800) 258 * Not available on all models - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 260
Button Selector Knob To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth-compatible cell phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing procedures, and special feature capabilities: • U.S.: Visit www.handsfreelink.honda.com, or call (888) 528-7876. • Canada: Visit www.handsfreelink.ca, or call (888) 528 -7876. Voice - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 261
QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ HFL Status Display Bluetooth Indicator Comes on when your phone is connected to HFL. 1 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® The multi-information display notifies you when there is an incoming call. Roam Status Signal Strength HFL Mode Bluetooth® Wireless Technology Bluetooth® name - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 262
® HandsFreeLink®* u HFL Menus HFL Menus The ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (q or ON (w to use HFL. PHONE or Phone Speed Dial 1 HFL Menus 2012 Odyssey QRG To use HFL, you must first pair your Bluetoothcompatible cell phone to the system while the vehicle is parked. Display your speed dial - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 263
® HandsFreeLink®* u HFL Menus QRG 2012 Odyssey Redial Redial the last number dialed in the phone's history. Phone Setup Connection Add New Phone Pair a phone to the system. TOC Features Connect Connect a phone to the system. Disconnect Disconnect a paired phone from the system. Delete - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 264
to be automatically answered. Auto Transfer Set calls to automatically transfer from your phone to HFL when you enter the vehicle. Index System Clear Clear the system of all paired phones, phonebook entries, speed dials, and security codes. Continued Home * Not available on all models 263 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 265
Your Bluetooth-compatible phone must be paired to HFL before you can make and receive hands-free calls. Phone Pairing Tips: • You cannot pair your phone while the vehicle is moving. • Your phone must be in the discoverable or search mode when pairing the phone. Refer to your phone's manual. • Up - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 266
2012 Odyssey ■ To pair a cell phone (when a phone has already been paired to the system) 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Setup, then press . 3. Rotate to select Connection, then press . QRG 4. Rotate to select Add New Phone, then press . u The screen changes - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 267
®* u HFL Menus QRG 2012 Odyssey 6. Make sure your phone is in search or discoverable mode, then press . u HFL automatically searches for a Bluetooth device. TOC Features 7. When your phone appears on the list, select it by pressing . u If your phone doesn't appear, select Phone Not Found? and - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 268
HandsFreeLink®* u HFL Menus 2012 Odyssey ■ To change the Bluetooth PIN setting 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. u Rotate to select Phone Setup, then press . 2. Rotate to select Connection, then press . 3. Rotate to select Bluetooth PIN, then press . 1 To change the pairing code setting The - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 269
® HandsFreeLink®* u HFL Menus QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ To delete a paired phone 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Setup, then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Connection, then Delete. TOC Features 3. Rotate to select a phone you want to delete, then press - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 270
2012 Odyssey QRG ■ To Create a Security Code You can protect each of the six cell phones with a security PIN. 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 1 To Create a Security Code In the phone then press delete. TOC Features to If the phone name you selected is security code protected the speed - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 271
the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Setup, then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Auto Transfer. 3. Press to select On or Off. u The check box is checked when Auto Transfer On is selected. Select Auto Transfer On again to turn it off. Index Home 270 * Not available on - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 272
® HandsFreeLink®* u HFL Menus 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ To Clear the System Security codes, paired phones, all stored voice tags, all speed dial entries, and all imported phonebook data are erased. 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Setup, then press . u Repeat the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 273
®* u HFL Menus QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History When your phone is paired, the contents of name has four or more numbers, ∙∙∙ appears instead of category icons. On some phones, it may not be possible to import the category icons to HFL. The phonebook - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 274
® HandsFreeLink®* u HFL Menus 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Speed Dial Up to 20 speed dial numbers can be stored per phone. To store a speed dial number: 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Setup, then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Edit Speed Dial, then Store - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 275
® HandsFreeLink®* u HFL Menus QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ To add a voice tag to a stored speed dial number 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Setup, then press . u Repeat the follow the prompts to complete the voice tag. Index Home 274 * Not available on all models - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 276
® HandsFreeLink®* u HFL Menus 2012 Odyssey ■ To delete a voice tag 1. Press the PHONE button or the button. 2. Rotate to select Phone Setup, then press . u Repeat the procedure to select Edit Speed Dial. 3. Select an existing speed dial entry. 4. Rotate to select Delete Voice Tag, then press - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 277
® HandsFreeLink®* u HFL Menus QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Making a Call You can make calls by inputting any phone number, or by using the imported and wait for a beep before giving a command. The maximum range between your phone and vehicles is 30 feet (10 meters). Once a call is connected, you can hear - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 278
2012 Odyssey ■ To make a call using the imported phonebook When your phone is paired, the contents of its phonebook are automatically imported to HFL. 1. Press the PHONE Rotate to select a number, then press . u Dialing starts automatically. Index Home * Not available on all models Continued 277 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 279
® HandsFreeLink®* u HFL Menus QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ To make a call using a phone number 1. Press the PHONE button or the 2. Rotate button. . to select Dial, then press 3. Rotate to select a number, then press . 4. Rotate to select , then press u Dialing starts automatically. . TOC Features ■ To - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 280
2012 Odyssey ■ To make a call using the call history Call history is stored by All Calls, Dialed Calls, Received Calls, and Missed Calls. 1. Press the PHONE starts automatically. On the Phone screen, the first six speed dials on the list can be directly selected by pressing the corresponding audio - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 281
® HandsFreeLink®* u HFL Menus QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Receiving a Call HFL Mode 1 Receiving a Call When there is an incoming call, an audible notification sounds (if activated) button if you want to hang up the current call. Caller Name TOC Features Index Home 280 * Not available on all models - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 282
uu Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®* u HFL Menus 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Options During a Call The following options are available during a call. Mute: Mute your voice. Transfer: Transfer a call from HFL to your phone. Dial Tones: Send numbers during a call. This is useful when you call an automated phone - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 283
QRG 2012 Odyssey When you turn the ignition switch to ON (w , the compass self-calibrates, and the compass display appears. 1 Compass Compass calibration can be affected under the following conditions: • Driving near power lines or stations • Crossing a bridge • Passing a large vehicle, or driving - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 284
. The display shows the current zone number. Zone Number 1 Compass Zone Selection 2012 Odyssey QRG The zone selection is done to compensate the variation between magnetic north and true north. If the calibration starts while the audio system is in use, the display returns to normal after the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 285
QRG 2012 Odyssey Index Home 284 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 286
2012 Odyssey QRG Driving This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories. Before Driving Driving Preparation ...286 Maximum Load Limit...289 Towing a Trailer Towing Preparation...291 Driving Safely with a Trailer ...295 Towing Your Vehicle ...296 When - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 287
Before Driving QRG Driving Preparation Check the following items before you start driving. 2012 Odyssey ■ Exterior Checks • Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior lights, or other parts of the vehicle. u Remove any frost, snow, or ice. u Remove any snow on the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 288
Driving u Driving Preparation 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Interior Checks • Store or secure all items on board properly. u Carrying too much cargo, sure to secure the floor mat. u An object or unsecured floor mat can interfere with your brake and accelerator pedal operation while driving. • If you have - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 289
uu Before Driving u Driving Preparation QRG 2012 Odyssey • Be sure items placed on the floor in the instrument panel come on when you start the vehicle, and go off soon after. u Always have a dealer check the vehicle if a problem is indicated. 2 Indicators P. 72 TOC Driving Index Home 288 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 290
2012 Odyssey QRG 3 WARNING Overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed. Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this manual. This figure includes the total weight of all occupants, cargo, and accessories - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 291
your trailer will be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants, accessories, cargo, and and trailer tongue load must not exceed the Gross - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 292
and trailer carefully before starting to drive. Check if all loads are within limits at a public scale. If a public scale is not available, add the estimated weight of your cargo load to the weight of your trailer (as quoted by the manufacturer), and the tongue load. Break-in Period Avoid towing - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 293
Preparation QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ start by loading 60% of the load toward the front of the trailer and 40% toward the rear. Readjust the load as needed. TOC Driving ■ Towing Equipment and Accessories hitch may reduce handling, stability, and braking performance. ■ Safety chains Index Home Always - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 294
the left side panel in the cargo area. Each pin's purpose and wiring color code are shown in the image. When using non-Honda trailer lighting harness and converter, get the connector and pins for your vehicle from a dealer. TOC Driving Backup Light Left Turn Signal ■ Sway control Recommended - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 295
uu Towing a Trailer u Towing Preparation QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Automatic transmission cooler Install an additional ATF (automatic transmission fluid) cooler to help prevent the transmission from overheating, and damaging. You can get the additional ATF cooler at a dealer. ■ Trailer mirrors Many - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 296
the trailer properly serviced and keep it in good condition. • Make sure that all the weights and load in the vehicle and trailer are within limits. 2 Towing Load Limits P. 291 1 Driving Safely with a Trailer 2012 Odyssey QRG Parking In addition to the normal precautions, place wheel chocks at - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 297
uu Towing a Trailer u Towing Your Vehicle QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Driving in Hilly Terrain • Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the red (Hot) mark in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information. 2 Emergency Towing P. 417 TOC Driving Index Home 296 * Not available on all models - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 298
may be a problem with the engine or exhaust system. 2012 Odyssey QRG Brake Pedal 2. Check that the shift lever is in (P , then depress the brake pedal. u Although it is possible to start the vehicle in (N , it is safer to start it in (P . TOC Driving Index Home * Not available on all models - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 299
uu When Driving u Starting the Engine QRG 2012 Odyssey 3. Turn the ignition switch to START (e without depressing the accelerator pedal. 1 Starting the Engine Do not hold the key in START (e for more than 15 seconds. • If the engine does not start right away, wait for at least 10 seconds before - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 300
1 Precautions While Driving NOTICE 2012 Odyssey QRG Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the accelerator pedal. You could damage the transmission. If the ignition switch is turned to ACCESSORY (q or LOCK (0 while driving, the engine will shut down and all steering and brake power assist - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 301
creeping: • Immediately after the engine starts. • When the heating and cooling system */climate control system * is in use. Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped. 2012 Odyssey ■ Kickdown Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the transmission to drop - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 302
Shifting 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Shift lever positions Park Used when parking or starting the engine Reverse Used when reversing Neutral Used when idling Drive Used for normal driving (gears change between 1st and 5th/6th*1 automatically) Low Strong engine power when climbing and strong engine braking - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 303
uu When Driving u Shifting QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Shift Lever Operation 1 Shift Lever Operation NOTICE When you change the shift lever from (D to (R and vice versa, come to a complete stop and keep the brake pedal depressed. Shift Lever Position Indicator D3/D4 Indicator Tachometer's red zone - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 304
Driving u Cruise Control Cruise Control Maintains a constant vehicle speed without having to keep your foot on the accelerator. Use cruise control on freeways or open roads where you can travel at a constant speed with little acceleration or deceleration. When to use 1 Cruise Control 2012 Odyssey - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 305
uu When Driving u Cruise Control QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ To Set the Vehicle Speed DECEL/SET Button On On On when cruise control begins TOC Driving Press and release Take your foot off the pedal and press the DECEL/SET button when you reach the desired speed. The moment you release - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 306
uu When Driving u Cruise Control 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ To Adjust the Vehicle Speed Increase or decrease the vehicle speed using the RES/ACCEL or DECEL/SET buttons on the steering wheel. 1 To Adjust the Vehicle Speed You can set the vehicle speed using the DECEL/SET button on the steering wheel when - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 307
size and type of tire, and the air pressures as specified. When the VSA® indicator comes on and stays on while driving, there may be a problem with the system. While this may not interfere with normal driving, have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately. VSA® cannot enhance stability in all - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 308
you hear a beep. (VSA® OFF) VSA® is turned on every time you start the engine, even if you turned it off the last time you drove the vehicle. TOC Driving You may hear a motor sound coming from the engine compartment while system checks are being performed immediately after starting the engine or - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 309
) Models with information display 2012 Odyssey Monitors the tire pressure while you are driving. If your vehicle's tire pressure becomes significantly low, the low tire pressure indicator comes on. Conditions such as low ambient temperature and altitude change directly affect tire pressure and - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 310
, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if underinflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale. 2012 Odyssey QRG TOC Driving Index Home Continued 309 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 311
Driving u Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation QRG Models with information display 2012 Odyssey low tire 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 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 312
not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 313
vehicles approaching from behind in adjacent lanes, the appropriate indicator comes on, providing assistance when you change lanes. 1 BSI (Blind Spot Information) System 2012 Odyssey 3 WARNING Failure to visually confirm that it is safe to change lanes before doing so may result in a crash and - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 314
been deformed. The orientation of the sensors has been changed. In bad weather (Heavy rain, snow, and fog). TOC Driving BSI OFF Button For a proper BSI use: • Always keep the rear bumper corner area clean. • Do not cover the rear bumper corner area with labels or stickers of any kind. • Take - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 315
: Push on the pedal again. 1 Parking Brake NOTICE 2012 Odyssey Release the parking brake fully before driving. The rear brakes and axle can be damaged if you drive with the parking brake applied. If you start driving without fully releasing the parking brake, a buzzer sounds as a warning, and - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 316
while going down a long hill builds up heat, which reduces the brake effectiveness. Apply engine braking by taking your foot off the accelerator pedal and downshifting to a lower gear. Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving, as it will lightly apply the brakes and cause them to lose - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 317
NOTICE 2012 Odyssey The ABS may not function correctly if you use an incorrect tire type and size. When the ABS indicator comes on while driving, there may be a problem with the system. While normal braking is not affected, there is a possibility of the ABS not operating. Have the vehicle checked - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 318
emergency braking. 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Brake assist system operation Press the brake pedal firmly for more powerful braking. When brake assist operates, the pedal may wiggle slightly and an operating noise may be heard. This is normal. Keep holding the brake pedal firmly down. TOC Driving Index - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 319
1 Parking Your Vehicle 2012 Odyssey Do not park your vehicle near flammable objects, such as dry grass, oil, or timber. Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire. 1 When Stopped NOTICE The following can damage the transmission: • Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals simultaneously. • Holding - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 320
Sensors Rear Corner Sensors Rear Center Sensors • Thin or low objects. • Sonic-absorptive materials, such as snow, cotton, Within about 60 cm (24 in) or less Within about 110 cm (43 in) or less or sponge. TOC Driving • Objects directly under the bumper. Do not put any accessories on or around the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 321
will be in the previously selected condition. Beep TOC Driving Parking Sensor System Button: Press to activate the system with the ignition switch in ON (w . The indicator in the button comes on and the beeper sounds when the system is on. The corner sensors start to detect an obstacle when the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 322
Blinks Instrument panel Multiinformation display Audio/ navigation screen QRG Appropriate Indicator Audio/ navigation screen indicator color Yellow Amber Amber Red TOC Driving *1: At this stage, only the center sensors detect obstacles. Index Home * Not available on all models Continued 321 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 323
Parking Your Vehicle u Parking Sensor System * QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ The parking sensor system on audio/navigation screen • An appropriate indicator blinks when there are any obstacles around the parking sensors. The color of the indicator changes in accordance with the distance between your vehicle - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 324
conditions (such as weather, lighting, and high temperatures) may also restrict the rear view. Use a soft, moist cloth to keep the lens clean and free of debris. QRG For models with the navigation system, see the Navigation System Manual. Models without navigation system The audio/information - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 325
Display Image QRG Rearview Display Image When ● ● 2012 Odyssey Condition Explanation Visually confirm the rear view, and look at . The camera lens is covered with mud, dirt, moisture, etc. Clean the lens with a moist, soft cloth. TOC Driving Index Home 324 * Not available on all models - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 326
noise that can lead to engine damage. 1 Fuel Information NOTICE 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Top tier detergent gasoline Because the level of detergency and additives in gasoline vary in the market, Honda endorses the use of "TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline" where available to help maintain the performance and - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 327
, visit www.hondacars.com. In Canada, visit www.honda.ca for additional information on gasoline. For more information on top tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com. ■ Fuel tank capacity: 21 US gal (79.5 liters) TOC How to Refuel 1. Stop your vehicle with the service station pump on the left side - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 328
2012 Odyssey 4. Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. If you hear a release of air, wait until this stops, then turn the knob slowly to open the fuel fill cap. 1 How to Refuel The filler nozzle automatically stops to leave space in the fuel tank so that fuel does not overflow as a result of changes - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 329
Fuel Economy Fuel economy depends on several conditions, including driving conditions, your driving habits, the condition of your vehicle, and loading. Depending on these and other conditions, you may or may not achieve the rated fuel economy of this vehicle. 1 Improving Fuel Economy 2012 Odyssey - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 330
2012 Odyssey QRG 3 WARNING Improper accessories or modifications can affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and performance, and cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Follow all instructions in this owner's manual regarding accessories and modifications. Honda - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 331
2012 Odyssey QRG Index Home 330 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 332
...347 Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...348 Checking and Maintaining Tires Checking Tires ...370 Tire and Loading Information Label ...371 Tire Labeling ...371 DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)...373 Wear Indicators...375 Tire Service Life...375 Tire and Wheel Replacement ...376 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 333
foreign objects. 2 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 370 • Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly. 2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 355 • Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months. 2 Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 366 Index Home 332 * Not available on all - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 334
and all fuel related parts. • To clean parts, use a commercially available degreaser or parts cleaner, not gasoline. • Wear eye protection and protective clothing when working with the battery or compressed air. • Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, which is poisonous and can kill you. u Only - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 335
in Maintenance Service QRG Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service The use of Honda genuine parts and fluids is recommended when maintaining and servicing your vehicle. Honda genuine parts are manufactured according to the same high quality standards used in Honda vehicles. 2012 Odyssey TOC - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 336
2012 Odyssey If the engine oil life is less than 15%, you will see the Maintenance Minder messages appear on the information display * or the multi-information display * every time you turn the ignition switch to ON (w . The messages notify you when to change engine operating conditions, the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 337
life becomes 15 percent. Information The engine oil is approaching the end of its service life. Maintenance Minder Indicator Starts to come on when the remaining engine oil life becomes 15 percent. The SERVICE message also starts The engine oil has almost reached It goes off when the display is to - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 338
Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA) Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids Inspect exhaust system# Inspect fuel lines and connections# CODE 1 2 3 4 5 ● Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element*2 Replace dust and pollen filter*3 Inspect drive - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 339
Use Maintenance MinderTM 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Resetting the Display Reset the engine oil life display if you have performed the maintenance service. 1. Turn service results in the system showing incorrect maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious mechanical problems. available on all models - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 340
MinderTM Models with multi-information display 2012 Odyssey QRG 1 Displaying the Engine Oil Life and Maintenance Items Based on the engine operating conditions, the remaining engine oil life you can view on the multi-information display. 2 Maintenance Service Items P. 341 Index Home Continued 339 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 341
The maintenance items must be inspected and serviced immediately. distance appears after driving over 10 miles (U.S. models) or 10 km (Canadian models). Press the / button to switch to another display. The system message indicator ( Home ) comes on along with the Maintenance Minder message - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 342
Inspect brake hoses and lines (Including ABS/VSA) Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids Inspect exhaust system# Inspect fuel lines and connections# CODE 1 2 3 4 5 ● Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element*2 Replace dust and pollen filter*3 Inspect drive - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 343
MinderTM QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Resetting the Display Reset the engine oil life display if you have performed the maintenance service. Maintenance Item a maintenance service results in the system showing incorrect maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious mechanical problems. The dealer - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 344
Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood 2012 Odyssey QRG Brake Fluid (Black Cap) Power Steering Fluid (Red Cap) Washer Fluid (Blue Cap) Battery TOC Maintenance Engine Coolant Reservoir Tank Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick (Yellow Loop) Engine Oil Fill Cap Engine Oil Dipstick (Orange Loop - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 345
QRG Opening the Hood Hood Release Handle 2012 Odyssey 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set the parking brake. 2. Pull the hood release handle under . When closing the hood, check that the hood is securely latched. Pull 3. Slide the hood latch lever in the center of the hood to release - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 346
that it meets the American Petroleum Institute's latest requirements. Use a Genuine Honda Motor Oil or another commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for the ambient temperature as shown. 1 Recommended Engine Oil 2012 Odyssey QRG Engine Oil Additives Your vehicle does not require oil additives - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 347
the dipstick (orange loop). 2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper towel. 3. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its hole. 1 Oil Check 2012 Odyssey If the oil level is near or below the lower mark, slowly add oil being careful not to overfill. 4. Remove the dipstick again, and - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 348
uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Adding Engine Oil Adding Engine Oil Engine Oil Fill Cap 2012 Odyssey QRG 1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap. 2. Add oil slowly. 3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it securely. 4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the engine oil dipstick. - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 349
on the information display */multi-information display *. 1. Run the engine until it reaches normal Drain Bolt operating temperature, and then turn the engine off. Washer 1 Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter NOTICE 2012 Odyssey You may damage the environment if you do not dispose of the oil in - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 350
oil into the engine. u Engine oil change capacity (including filter): 4.5 US qt (4.3 L) 9. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and start the engine. 10. Run the engine for a few minutes, and then check that there is no leak from the drain bolt or oil filter. 11. Stop the engine, wait for - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 351
in the radiator. Add the engine coolant accordingly. 1 Engine Coolant 2012 Odyssey If Honda antifreeze/coolant is not available, you may use another major brand non-silicate coolant as a temporary replacement. Check that it is a high quality coolant recommended for aluminum engines. Continued - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 352
uu Maintenance Under the Hood u Engine Coolant 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Radiator Radiator Cap 1 Radiator 1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool. 2. Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise and relieve any pressure in the coolant system. Do not push the cap down when turning. 3. Push down and turn - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 353
, as shown in the Models with D4 button image. Models with D4 button 2012 Odyssey 1 Automatic Transmission Fluid NOTICE Do not mix Honda ATF DW-1 with other transmission fluids. Using a transmission fluid other than Honda ATF DW-1 may adversely affect the operation and durability of your vehicle - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 354
Brake Fluid Specified fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 Use the same fluid for the brakes. 1 Brake Fluid NOTICE 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Checking the Brake Fluid The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reservoir. Brake fluid marked DOT 5 is not compatible - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 355
system inspected as soon as possible. 1 Power Steering Fluid Check NOTICE 2012 Odyssey Turning the steering wheel to full left or right lock and holding it there Fluid NOTICE Check the amount of window washer fluid using the washer fluid level gauge on the cap. If the level is low, fill the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 356
Replacing Light Bulbs Headlight Bulbs When replacing, use the following bulbs. High beam headlight: 60 W (HB3) Low beam headlight: 55 W (H11 for halogen bulb type) Low beam headlight: 35 W (D2S for high voltage discharge type) 1 Headlight Bulbs NOTICE 2012 Odyssey QRG Halogen bulbs get very hot - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 357
uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Headlight Bulbs QRG Passenger's side 2012 Odyssey 1 High Beam Headlights Holding clip 1. Remove the clips using a flat-tip screwdriver, then remove the engine coolant reservoir out of its stay. Insert a flat-tip - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 358
uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Headlight Bulbs 2012 Odyssey QRG Bulb 2. Remove the coupler. u It can be removed by pushing the tab. 3. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove. Tab 4. Insert a new - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 359
uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Headlight Bulbs 2012 Odyssey QRG Models with high voltage discharge tube bulbs ■ Low Beam Headlights High voltage can remain in the circuit for a long period of time after the light is switched off. Do not attempt to inspect or replace the high voltage discharge type - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 360
Light: 55 W (H11) Mounting Bolt Screws 1 Fog Light Bulbs NOTICE 2012 Odyssey QRG 1. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the opposite side from the fog light being replaced. Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel into the connector of the bulb. Index Home * Not available on all models 359 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 361
Bulbs u Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs QRG Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs When replacing, use the following bulbs. Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light: 28/8 W Bulb 2012 Odyssey 1. Turn the socket to the left and remove it. 2. Remove the old bulb - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 362
Bulbs When replacing, use the following bulbs. Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight: 21/5 W Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W (Amber) Mounting Bolts 2012 Odyssey QRG 1. Remove the mounting bolts. 2. Slightly pull the assembly outward, and then pull the lower part. The bottom of the taillight housing is - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 363
uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs 2012 Odyssey QRG 3. Slowly pull out the assembly to release the lower fastener from the grommet, using your fingers. u Place one hand at the upper left corner, - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 364
When replacing, use the following bulbs. Back-Up Light: 21 W Taillight: 3CP 1. Remove the cover by prying on the edge of the cover using a flat-tip screwdriver. u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth to prevent scratches. 2012 Odyssey QRG Cover Coupler 2. Remove the coupler. u It can be - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 365
Bulbs u Rear License Plate Light Bulbs QRG Rear License Plate Light Bulbs When replacing, use the following bulbs. Rear License Plate Light: 5 W Cover 2012 Odyssey 1. Remove the cover by prying on the edge of the cover using a flat-tip screwdriver. u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 366
uu Replacing Light Bulbs u High-Mount Brake Light Bulb High-Mount Brake Light Bulb When replacing, use the following bulb. High-Mount Brake Light: 16 W Lens Segment Screw 2012 Odyssey QRG 1. Remove the lens segment by prying on the edge using a flat-tip screwdriver. u Wrap the flat-tip - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 367
Wiper Blades QRG Checking Wiper Blades If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the metal wiper arm may scratch the window glass. 2012 Odyssey Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber 1. Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the passenger side. 1 Changing the Wiper Blade - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 368
uu Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades u Changing the Wiper Blade Rubber 2012 Odyssey QRG 3. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by pulling the tabbed end out. Blade Retainer Blade 4. Remove the retainers from the rubber blade - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 369
uu Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades u Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber QRG Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber Wiper Blade 2012 Odyssey 1 Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber NOTICE 1. Raise the wiper arm off. 2. Pivot the bottom end of the wiper blade up until it comes off from the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 370
uu Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades u Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber 2012 Odyssey QRG 5. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder. u Make sure it is engaged correctly, then install the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm. TOC Maintenance Index Home 369 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 371
in good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated. 1 Checking Tires 2012 Odyssey 3 WARNING 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 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 372
uu Checking and Maintaining Tires u Tire and Loading Information Label Tire and Loading Information Label The label attached to the driver's doorjamb provides necessary tire and loading information. Label Example 1 Tire and Loading Information Label 2012 Odyssey QRG The tire and loading - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 373
uu Checking and Maintaining Tires u Tire Labeling 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Tire Identification Number (TIN) The tire : 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 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 374
uu Checking and Maintaining Tires u DOT DOT) standards. The following explains these gradings. 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 375
uu Checking and Maintaining Tires u DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Traction The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 376
on wet roads. 1 Checking Tires High speed driving We recommend that you do not drive faster than the posted speed limits and conditions allow. If you drive at sustained high speeds (over 99 mph or 160 km/h), adjust the cold tire pressures as shown below to avoid excessive heat build up and sudden - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 377
the original wheels. 1 Tire and Wheel Replacement 2012 Odyssey 3 WARNING 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. TOC - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 378
Checking and Maintaining Tires u Tire Rotation Tire Rotation Rotating tires according to the maintenance messages on the information display */ multi-information display * helps to distribute wear more evenly and increase tire life. 1 Tire Rotation 2012 Odyssey * Not available on all models 377 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 379
all instructions in this owner's manual regarding the selection and use of tire chains. NOTICE TOC Maintenance 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 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 380
Battery Checking the Battery The battery condition is being monitored by the sensor on the negative terminal. If there is a problem with the sensor, the warning message on information display */multiinformation display * will let you know. Have your vehicle checked by a dealer. Check the battery - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 381
the Battery NOTICE 2012 Odyssey Keypad An improperly disposed of battery can damage the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal. Replacement batteries are commercially available or at a dealer. Screw Tab 2. Open the keypad. u Separate the inner cover from the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 382
. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal. Replacement batteries are commercially available or at a dealer. Screw Tab 2. Open the keypad. u Separate the inner cover from the keypad by releasing the two tabs on the cover. 3. Make sure to replace the battery with the correct polarity - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 383
type: CR3032 1. Remove the cover. 2. Make sure to replace the battery with the correct polarity. An improperly disposed of battery can damage the environment. Always confirm local regulations for battery disposal. Replacement batteries are commercially available or at a dealer. TOC Maintenance - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 384
uu Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care * u Replacing the Battery 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Wireless Headphone If there is no sound coming from the wireless headphone, replace the battery. Battery type: AAA Coin 1. To open the cover, insert a coin in the slot and twist it slightly to pry the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 385
and other debris in the air. The Maintenance MinderTM messages will let you know when to replace the filter. We recommend that you replace the dust and pollen filter sooner when using your vehicle in areas with high concentrations of dust. 1 Dust and Pollen Filter 2012 Odyssey If the airflow from - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 386
devices such as audio devices and based parts or textiles for long periods of time without washing. 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Cleaning Seat Belts Use a soft brush with a mixture of mild soap and warm water to clean the seat belts. Let the belts air - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 387
2012 Odyssey ■ Floor Mats Front (Driver Side) To Unlock 1 Floor Mats The front and second row passenger's floor mats hook over the floor anchors, which keep the mats from sliding forward. To remove a mat dust or dirt on leather surfaces immediately. Index Home 386 * Not available on all models - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 388
body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it. 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Washing the Vehicle Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following conditions: • If driving on roads with road salt. • If driving the instructions indicated on the automated vehicle wash. Air - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 389
2012 Odyssey ■ Applying Wax A good coat of automotive body the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resin coated parts, some commercial wheel cleaners) or a stiff brush. They can damage the clear coat of the aluminum alloy wheels that - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 390
2012 Odyssey QRG Handling the Unexpected This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles. Tools Types of Tools ...390 If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ...391 Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ...400 Jump Starting ...401 Shift Lever Does Not Move ...403 Overheating How to - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 391
Tools QRG Types of Tools 1 Types of Tools 2012 Odyssey 2 How to Set Up the Jack P. 394 Wheel Nut Wrench/ Jack Handle Jack Jack Handle Bar TOC Index Home 390 Handling the Unexpected - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 392
Set the parking brake. 4. Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0 . 1 Changing a Flat Tire Periodically check the tire Mount the tire chains on the front tire. U.S. models only 2012 Odyssey QRG TOC Handling the Unexpected Do not use a puncture-repairing agent - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 393
uu If a Tire Goes Flat u Changing a Flat Tire QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire Floor Carpet 1. Remove the floor mat under the second row seat. 2 Floor Mats P. 386 2. Pull up the floor carpet. 3. Lift up the floor lid using the handle and remove it. Handle Handling the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 394
uu If a Tire Goes Flat u Changing a Flat Tire 2012 Odyssey 7. Place the compact spare tire (wheel side up) under the vehicle body, near the tire that needs to be replaced. QRG 8. Loosen each wheel nut about one turn using the wheel nut wrench. TOC Index Home Continued 393 Handling the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 395
Changing a Flat Tire QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ How to Set Up the Jack 1. Place the jack under the jacking point closest to the tire to be changed support the weight ("load") or their shape may not match. The following instructions Handling the Unexpected Jack Handle Bar Wheel Nut Wrench as Jack Handle - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 396
Changing a Flat Tire 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Replacing the Flat Tire Models with aluminum wheels 1 Replacing the Flat Tire Do not over tighten the wheel nuts by applying extra torque using your foot or a pipe. 1. Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire. Handling the Unexpected Models with wheel cover - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 397
Changing a Flat Tire QRG 2012 Odyssey 5. Lower the vehicle and remove the jack. Tighten the wheel nuts in the order indicated in the image. Go around, tightening the nuts, two to three times in this order. Wheel occupants. Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely before driving. Mounting Wing - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 398
uu If a Tire Goes Flat u Changing a Flat Tire 2012 Odyssey Plastic Screw QRG 2. Pull down the U-shaped carpet piece on the bracket with the inside of the wheel facing toward you. 6. Install the mounting wing bolt (B) to the bracket through one of the five wheel nut holes, and tighten the bolt. u - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 399
uu If a Tire Goes Flat u Changing a Flat Tire QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ Storing a flat tire on the folded third row seat Plastic Screw 1. Turn over the flap on the left side of the cargo area floor. 2. Pull down the U-shaped carpet piece and remove the plastic screw with a coin. Carpet Piece Mounting - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 400
Goes Flat u Changing a Flat Tire 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ TPMS and the Spare Tire Models with information display 1 TPMS and the Spare Tire The system cannot monitor the pressure of the spare tire. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure that it is correct. Use TPMS specific wheels. Each is - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 401
ignition switch to START (e and check the starter. 1 Checking the Engine 2012 Odyssey If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an assisting vehicle to jump start it. 2 Jump Starting P. 401 Starter condition Starter doesn't turn or turns over slowly. The battery may be dead. Check each of - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 402
Jump Starting 2012 Odyssey QRG ■ Jump Starting Procedure Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine, then open the hood. 1. Connect the first jumper cable to your vehicle's battery + terminal. 2. Connect the other end of the first jumper cable to the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 403
Starting u QRG 2012 Odyssey ■ What to Do After the Engine Starts Once your vehicle's engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following order. 1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's ground. 2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the assisting vehicle's battery - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 404
Does Not Move 2012 Odyssey Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of the (P position. QRG ■ Releasing the Lock 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 3. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flattip screwdriver and remove the cover of the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 405
2012 Odyssey 3 WARNING Steam and spray from an overheated engine can seriously scald you. Do not open the hood if steam is coming out. NOTICE ■ First thing to do 1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place. u Move the shift lever to (P and set the parking brake. Turn off all accessories - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 406
2012 Odyssey ■ Next thing to do Reserve Tank 1 How to Handle Overheating QRG 1. Check that the cooling fan is operating and stop the engine once the temperature gauge needle comes down. u If the cooling fan is not operating, immediately stop the engine. MAX MIN 3 WARNING Removing the radiator cap - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 407
3. Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator. u The light goes out: Start driving again. u The light does not go out within 10 seconds: Stop the engine and contact a dealer for repairs immediately. TOC Index Home 406 Handling the Unexpected If the Charging System Indicator Comes - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 408
lamp to come on or blink • Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control system, or the fuel fill cap is missing, or loose. • Blinks when engine misfiring is detected. NOTICE 2012 Odyssey QRG 1 If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks If you drive with the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 409
. ■ Reasons for the indicator to come on • The brake fluid is low. • There is a malfunction in the brake system. Canada ■ What to do when the indicator comes on while driving Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. • If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 410
display 2012 Odyssey 1 If the Low Tire Pressure Indicator Comes On NOTICE If the Low Tire Pressure Indicator Comes On ■ Reasons for the indicator to come on A tire pressure is significantly low. If the compact spare tire is installed, the indicator stays on for a while, and then goes off. Driving - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 411
On or Blinks QRG Models with multi-information display 2012 Odyssey If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks ■ Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS or the compact spare tire is installed, the - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 412
are not working, turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0 and check to see if any applicable fuse is blown. Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box cover. Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and box cover number. 2012 Odyssey ■ Circuit protected and fuse rating 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 413
2012 Odyssey ■ Engine Compartment Fuse Box (Secondary) Located near the battery. Push the tabs to open the box. ■ Circuit protected and fuse rating Circuit Protected 1 Battery 2-1 Fan Main 2-2 Passenger's Side Fuse Box 2 2-3 Rear Blower 2-4 FI Main 2-5 VSA Motor 2-6 Stop & Horn, Hazard 2-7 VSA - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 414
2012 Odyssey -hood Fuse Box Accessory STS Driver's Power Seat Sliding Moonroof * Rear Left Power Window − Driver's Power Window − Fuel Pump Passenger's Side Fuse Box VSA Amps 7.5 A Protected ACG AS STRLD HAC DRL ACC Key Lock Driver's Power Seat * Lumbar Support − TPMS Driver's Power Seat * - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 415
2012 Odyssey ■ Passenger Side Fuse Box Located on the lower side panel. Take off the cover Closer * Rear Accessory Power Socket Front Accessory Power Socket * cover number. 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Circuit Protected Auto Leveling Headlight * − OPDS − Instrument Panel Illumination − Front Accessory - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 416
Fuse Locations 2012 Odyssey ■ Rear Fuse Box Located on the left side of cargo area. Remove the cover by prying on the edge of the cover using a are shown on the fuse box cover. Locate the fuse in question by the fuse number and box cover number. TOC Index Home * Not available on all models 415 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 417
headlights and all accessories off. 2. Remove the fuse box cover. 3. Check the large fuse in the engine compartment. u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the screw and replace it with a new one. 1 Inspecting and Changing Fuses NOTICE 2012 Odyssey Replacing a fuse with - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 418
Towing 2012 Odyssey Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle. 1 Emergency Towing NOTICE QRG ■ Flat bed equipment The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck. This is the best way to transport your vehicle. Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 419
2012 Odyssey If you cannot open or close the tailgate or power tailgate, use the following procedure. 1. Use a flat-tip screwdriver and remove the Cover cover a dealer to have the vehicle checked. When you open the tailgate from inside, make sure there is enough space around the tailgate, and it does - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 420
2012 Odyssey QRG Information This chapter includes your vehicle's specifications, locations of identification Testing Testing of Readiness Codes...425 Warranty Coverages ...427 Authorized Manuals ...429 Customer Service Information ...430 Gracenote® End User License Agreement ...431 Index Home - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 421
-Up Lights Tail-lights High-Mount Brake Light Rear License Plate Lights Map Lights (Front) Map Lights (Rear) Cargo Area Light Vanity Mirror Lights Door Courtesy Lights Glove Box Light Foot Light*1 *1: Not available on all models Honda Odyssey 2 3 (2*1) 3 8 (7*1) U.S.: 6,019 lbs (2,730 kg) Canada - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 422
u 2012 Odyssey ■ Brake Fluid Specified Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid) 3.3 US qt (3.1 ℓ) Change 3.6 US qt (3.4 ℓ)*1 QRG ■ Engine Oil Recommended ·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20 ·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil Change 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ) Change - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 423
) used to register your vehicle for warranty purposes, and for licensing and insuring your vehicle. See the image below for the VIN locations. 2012 Odyssey Engine Number and Transmission Number See the image below for the locations of your vehicle's engine number and transmission number. Vehicle - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 424
the required standards of FCC (Federal Communications Commission) and Industry Canada Standard, described below: 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 device may not cause harmful interference, and - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 425
has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Honda Canada Inc. and you may also inform Transport Canada. If Transport Canada receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 426
of driving under a variety of conditions. If a testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you may be requested to return at a later date to complete the test. If the testing facility determines the readiness codes are still not set, see a dealer. 2012 Odyssey QRG 4. Start - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 427
Codes QRG 2012 Odyssey 7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway in (D . Do not use cruise control. When traffic allows, drive for 90 seconds without moving the accelerator pedal - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 428
for details. Rust Perforation Limited Warranty - all exterior body panels are covered for rust-through from the inside for the specified time period with no mileage limit. Information QRG Accessory Limited Warranty - Honda accessories are covered under this warranty. Time and mileage limits depend - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 429
the 2012 Honda warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on warranty coverages. Your vehicle's original tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet. ■ Canadian Owners Please refer to the 2012 warranty manual that - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 430
Electrical Troubleshooting Manual 61TK830 2011 Model Series Honda Odyssey Body Repair Manual 31TK8610 2012 Honda Odyssey Owner's Manual 31TK8810 2012 Honda Odyssey Navigation System Owner's Manual 31TK8M10 2012 Honda Odyssey Service History 31TK8A10 2012 Honda Odyssey Technology Reference Guide (LX - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 431
Customer Service Information QRG 2012 Odyssey Honda dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer all your questions. If you encounter a problem that your dealership does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership's service manager or - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 432
2012 Odyssey and Gracenote Servers for your own personal non-commercial use only. You agree not to assign, service that allows artist, album, and track information from CDs to display on the HDD. More information about Gracenote is available at www.honda.com/ (in U.S.) or www.honda.ca (in Canada - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 433
2012 Odyssey The Gracenote service uses a unique identifier to track queries for statistical purposes. The purpose of a randomly assigned numeric identifier is to allow the Gracenote service Gracenote Servers or to change data categories for United States and/or other countries. TOC Index - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 434
2012 Odyssey ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ...AC Power Outlet ...Accessories and Modifications ...Accessory Power Sockets ...Additives Coolant ...Engine Oil ...Washer ...Additives, Engine Oil ...Adjusting Armrest ...Front Seats...Head Restraints...Mirrors...Rear Seats...Steering Wheel ...Temperature - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 435
Y Z 2012 Odyssey Blind Spot Information (BSI) System...312 Bluetooth® Audio ...230 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® ...259 Booster Seats (For Children)...67 Brake System ...314 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ...316 Brake Assist System ...317 Fluid ...353 Foot Brake ...315 Indicator ...72, 408 Parking Brake - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 436
...92, 99 Low Fuel Indicator ...75 Range ...88, 92, 99 Recommendation ...325 Refueling...325 Fuel Economy ...328 Fuel Fill Cap ...18, 327 Message...407 Fuel Fill Door ...18, 326 Fuses ...411 Inspecting and Changing...416 Locations...411, 412, 413, 414, 415 QRG F Features ...193 Filters Dust and - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 437
and Windows ...185 Dust and Pollen Filter...384 Heating ...184 HFL (HandsFreeLink®) ...259 High Beam Indicator ...79 Fuel Economy ...81 High Beam...79 Immobilizer System ...80 Lights On ...79 Low Fuel ...75 Low Oil Pressure ...72, 406 Low Tire Pressure ...78, 308 Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ...78, 308 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 438
Lights On Indicator ...79 Turn Signals...142 Load Limits ...289 Locking/Unlocking ...110 Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ...116 Childproof Door Locks ...115 From Inside...114 From Outside...112 Keys ...110 Using a Key ...113 Lockout Prevention System ...113 Low Battery Charge ...406 Low Fuel Indicator - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 439
...152 Refueling ...325 Fuel Gauge...86 Gasoline...325, 420 Low Fuel Indicator ...75 Regulations ...309, 373, 423 Remote Transmitter ...112 Removable Center Console...171 Removing a Second Row Outer Seat ...163 Removing the Second Row Center Seat ...165 Replacement Battery...380, 382 Bulbs ...355 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 440
...391, 421 Spark Plugs ...420 Specifications ...420 Specified Fuel ...325, 420 Speedometer ...86 SRS Airbags (Airbags) ...42 Starting the Engine ...297 Does Not Start ...400 Engine Switch Buzzer ...141 Jump Starting ...401 Steering Wheel ...151 Adjusting...151 Stopping ...318 Summer Tires ...378 - 2012 Honda Odyssey | Owner's Manual - Page 441
421 VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist) ...306 Worn Tires ...370 W Wallpaper ...94 Warning and Information Messages ...84 Warning Indicator On/Blinking ...406 Warning Labels ...69 Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) ...427 Watts ...420 Wear Indicators (Tire) ...375 Wheel Cover ...395 Wheel
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Contents
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 your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular model may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications included in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.
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Safe Driving
P. 25
For Safe Driving
P. 26
Seat Belts
P. 30
Airbags
P. 39
2
Instrument Panel
P. 71
Indicators
P
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72
Gauges and Displays
P. 86
2
Controls
P. 107
Setting the Clock
P
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108
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
P
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110
Security System
P
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134
Opening and Closing the Windows
P
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137
Adjusting the Mirrors
P. 152
Heating and Cooling
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P. 183
2
Features
P. 193
Audio System
P
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194
Audio System Basic Operation
P
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Rear Entertainment System
*
P. 241
HomeLink
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Universal Transceiver
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P. 257
2
Driving
P. 285
Before Driving
P. 286
Towing a Trailer
P
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291
Rearview Camera
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P. 323
Refueling
P. 325
2
Maintenance
P. 331
Before Performing Maintenance
P
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Maintenance Minder™
P. 335
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
P
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366
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
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P. 382
2
Handling the Unexpected
P. 389
Tools
P. 390
If a Tire Goes Flat
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Overheating
P
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404
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
P. 406
When You Cannot Open or Close the Tailgate
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2
Information
P. 419
Specifications
P. 420
Identification Numbers
P
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422
Warranty Coverages
P. 427
Authorized Manuals
P. 429
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