1997 Honda Odyssey Owner's Manual - Page 1

1997 Odyssey Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed owner's manual, click on authorized manuals or go to www.helminc.com. Contents Owner's Identification Form Introduction ...i A Few Words About Safety ...ii Driver and Passenger Safety ...3 Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System. Instruments and Controls ...31 Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls. Comfort and Convenience Features ...73 How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features. Before Driving...107 What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo. Driving ...117 The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer. Maintenance ...137 The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer. Appearance Care...185 Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your vehicle ever needs body repairs. Taking Care of the Unexpected ...193 This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them. Technical Information ...217 ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada) ...229 A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us. Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)...235 How to order manuals and other technical literature. Index...I Gas Station Information A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.