2011 Honda Odyssey Owner's Manual - Page 562

Starting the Engine Your vehicle's starter system has an auto control mode. When you turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position, this feature keeps the engine's starter motor running until the engine starts. Follow these instructions to start the engine: 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. In cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories to reduce the drain on the battery. 3. Make sure the shift lever is in Park. Press on the brake pedal. 4. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position, then release the ignition switch. You do not need to hold the ignition switch in the START (III) position to start the engine. The starter motor runs until the engine starts or a maximum of 10 25 seconds depending on engine coolant temperature. If the engine does not start, wait at least 10 seconds before trying again. The immobilizer system protects your vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly coded key (or other device) is used, the engine's f uel system is disabled. See Immobilizer System on page 145 . The engine is harder to start in cold weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400 meters) adds to this problem. Driving 2011 Odyssey 559