1998 HONDA ODYSSEY lock

Keys and Locks
Keys

Your vehicle comes with two kinds of keys: a master key and a valet key.
The master key fits all locks on your
vehicle:
Ignition
Doors

Glove box

Tailgate
The valet key works only in the
ignition and the door locks. You can
keep the glove box locked when you
leave your vehicle and valet key at a parking facility.
You should have received a key number plate with your keys. You
will need this key number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced. Keep
the plate stored in a safe place. If you
need to replace a key, use only
Honda-approved key blanks.
These keys contain electronic circuits that arc activated by theImmobilizer System. They will not
work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged. Protect the keys from direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity. Do not drop the keys or set heavy
objects on them. Keep the keys away from liquids.
If they get wet, dry them immedi-
ately with a soft cloth.
The keys do not contain batteries. Do not try to take them apart.
Remote Transmitter
Some models also come with two

remote transmitters; see page 71 for

an explanation of the operation.

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KEY

NUMBER

PLATE
MASTER
KEY

(BLACK)
VALET KEY
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Immobilizer System
The Immobilizer System protects
your vehicle from theft. A properly- coded master or valet key must be
used in the ignition switch for the
engine to start. If an improperly-
coded key (or other device) is used,
the engine's starting circuit is
disabled.

When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), the Immobilizer System
indicator should come on for a few seconds, then go out. If the indicator
starts to blink, it means the system
does not recognize the coding of the
key. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert
it, and turn the switch to ON (II)

again.
If the system repeatedly does not
recognize the coding of your key,
contact your Honda dealer.
This indicator will also blink several times when you turn the ignitionswitch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0).
The system may not recognize your key's coding if the key is in contact
with a key from another immobilizer system. If you have a key from
another vehicle's immobilizer system,
keep it separate.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it. Electrical
problems could result that may make
your vehicle undriveable.
If you have lost your key and you
cannot start the engine, contact your
Honda dealer. 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 (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
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Ignition Switch
The ignition switch is on the right side of the steering column. It has
four positions: LOCK (0)
ACCESSORY (I) ON (II) START (III) LOCK (0) — You can insert or
remove the key only in this position.
To switch from ACCESSORY to LOCK, you must push the key in
slightly as you turn it. The shift lever
must also be in Park. The anti-theft
lock will lock the steering column
when you remove the key. If the front wheels are turned, the
anti-theft lock may sometimes make
it difficult to turn the key from
LOCK to ACCESSORY. Firmly turn
the steering wheel to the left or to
the right as you turn the key.

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Removing the key from the

ignition switch while driving

locks the steering. This can
cause you to lose control.
Remove the key from the
ignition switch only when

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ACCESSORY (I) — In this position, you can operate the audio systemand the cigarette lighter.
ON (II) — This is the normal key
position when driving. All features and accessories on the vehicle are
usable. Several of the lights on the
instrument panel come on as a test
when you turn the ignition switch
from ACCESSORY to ON (see page 51). START (III) — Use this position
only to start the engine. The switch
returns to ON (II) when you let go of
the key.
The engine will not start if the Immobilizer System does not
recognize the key's coding (see page 68).
Each front door has a master door
lock switch. Either switch locks andunlocks all doors. Push the switch
down to lock all doors, and up to
unlock them. The lock tab on the
tailgate also locks and unlocks when
you use the master door lock switch.
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Each door also has a lock tab on the
top. When you push down the lock
tab on the driver's door, all the doors and the tailgate lock. Pulling up the
lock tab on the driver's door unlocks only that door. The lock tab on each
passenger's door locks and unlocks only that door. To lock any passenger's door when
getting out of the vehicle, push the
lock tab in and close the door. To
lock the driver's door, pull theoutside door handle and push the
lock tab in or push the master switch down. Release the handle, then close
the door.
All doors and the tailgate can be locked from the outside by using thekey in either front door. To unlockonly the driver's door from the
outside, turn the key and release it.
If you turn the key and hold it, all doors and the tailgate will unlock. All
four doors and the tailgate will unlock when you unlock the
passenger's door with the key. Remote Transmitter
U.S. EX model
You can lock and unlock your vehicle with the remote transmitter. When
you push the LOCK button, all doors and the tailgate lock.
When you push the UNLOCK button once, only the driver's door unlocks.
The remaining doors and the tailgate unlock when you push the button asecond time.
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If you use the unlock feature on the
remote transmitter, and a door or the
tailgate is not opened within 20 seconds, all doors and the tailgate
will automatically lock. The remote transmitter will not work if the key isin the ignition.
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 (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment. Childproof Door Locks
The childproof door locks are designed to prevent children seated
in the rear from accidentally opening
the rear doors. Each rear door has a
lock lever near the edge. With the
lever in the LOCK position, the door cannot be opened from the inside
regardless of the position of the lock
tab. To open the door, pull the lock
tab up and use the outside door

handle.
Tailgate
Use your key to lock and unlock the
tailgate. (On the U.S. EX model, your
remote transmitter will also lock and
unlock the tailgate.)
To open the tailgate, pull the handle, then lift up the tailgate.
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Glove Box
Open the glove box by pulling the
bottom of the handle. Close it with a
firm push. Lock or unlock the glove
box with the master key.
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An open glove box can cause
serious injury to your passenger
in a crash, even if the
passenger is wearing the seat

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Seats
Passenger Seating

Six-passenger model
The six-passenger model has separate seats with armrests for two
front passengers, separate seats with armrests for two passengers in the
second row, and a bench seat for two
passengers in the third row.
For greater cargo capacity, the seats
in the second row can be removed, and the bench seat in the third row
can be folded into the floor. Seven-passenger model
The seven-passenger model has separate seats with armrests for two
front passengers, a bench seat for three passengers in the second row,
and a bench seat for two passengers
in the third row.
For greater cargo capacity, the seat
in the second row can be folded out
of the way in sections, and the bench
seat in the third row can be folded
into the floor.
Seat Adjustments

See pages 10 — 11 for important safety
information and warnings about how to

properly position seats and seat-backs.
Make all seat adjustments before
you start driving.
To adjust the seat forward and backward, pull up on the lever under
the seat cushion's front edge. Move
the seat to the desired position andrelease the lever. Try to move theseat to make sure it is locked in

position.

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