1998 HONDA ODYSSEY mirror

Instruments and Controls

This section gives information about
the controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation of

your Honda. All the essential
controls are within easy reach.

Control Locations............................ 50

Indicator Lights................................ 51

Gauges.............................................. 54
Tachometer.................................. 54

Trip Meter.................................... 54
Speedometer................................ 55

Odometer...................................... 55

Temperature Gauge.................... 55
Fuel Gauge................................... 55

Maintenance Required
Indicator.................................... 56

Controls Near the Steering

Wheel........................................ 57

Headlights.................................... 58
Daytime Running Lights............. 58
Instrument Panel Brightness..... 59
Turn Signals................................. 59

Windshield Wipers...................... 60

Windshield Washers................... 61

Rear Window Wiper and
Washer...................................... 61

Hazard Warning........................... 61

Rear Window Defogger.............. 62

Steering Wheel Adjustment....... 62

Steering Wheel Controls ................ 64
Cruise Control.............................. 64

Keys and Locks................................ 67
Keys............................................... 67

Immobilizer System..................... 68

Ignition Switch............................. 69

Power Door Locks....................... 70
Remote Transmitter.................... 71

Childproof Door Locks............... 72

Tailgate......................................... 72

Glove Box..................................... 73

Seats.................................................. 74
Passenger Seating....................... 74

Seat Adjustments......................... 74

Driver's Seat Power Height
Adjustment............................... 75

Armrests....................................... 76
Head Restraints........................... 76
Third Seat Access........................ 77

Removing the Second Seats
in the Six-Passenger Model.... 78

Folding the Second Seats
in the Seven-Passenger

Model.................................... 78

Reclining the Second Seat.......... 79
Folding the Third Seat
in All Models............................ 80

Power Windows............................... 82

Sunroof.............................................. 83

Mirrors.............................................. 84
Adjusting the Power Mirrors..... 84

Parking Brake.................................. 85

Digital Clock..................................... 86 Beverage Holder.............................. 86
Dashboard Compartment............... 88
Center Pocket.................................. 88
Vanity Mirror................................... 88
Cigarette Lighter............................. 89
Ashtrays............................................ 89 Interior Lights.................................. 90
Ceiling Lights............................... 90

Spotlights...................................... 90

Tailgate Light............................... 91 Courtesy Lights........................... 91

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Control Locations

Instruments and Controls
MIRROR
CONTROLS
(P.84)
DIGITAL CLOCK
(P.86)
HEATING/COOLING
CONTROLS
(P.94)

AUDIO SYSTEM

(P.
103)

DOOR LOCK
SWITCH
(P.70)
POWER WINDOW
SWITCH

(P.82)

FUEL FILL
DOOR RELEASE
(P.129)
HOOD RELEASEHANDLE

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Mirrors

Keep the inside and outside mirrors
clean and adjusted for best visibility.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors before
you start driving.
The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces
glare from headlights behind you.
Flip the tab on the bottom edge of
the mirror to select the day or night

position.
Adjusting the Power Mirrors
Adjust the outside mirrors with the
adjustment switch on the driver's
door armrest:
1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Move the selector switch to L (driver's side) or R (passenger's
side).
3. Push the appropriate edge of the

adjustment switch to move the

mirror right, left, up or down.
4. When you finish, move the
selector switch to the center (off)

position. This turns off the

adjustment switch so you can't

move a mirror out of position by

accidentally bumping the switch.
Instruments and Controls ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

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Dashboard Compartment, Center Pocket, Vanity Mirror

Dashboard Compartment
Open the dashboard compartment
by squeezing the handle. Close it
with a firm push. Center Pocket
Open the center pocket by pulling
the handle. Close it with a firm push.
The light in the pocket comes on
when the instrument panel lights are
on.
Vanity Mirror

To use the vanity mirror, pull down either sun visor and swing down the

cover.

The passenger's vanity mirror is lighted. The light beside the mirrorcomes on only when the instrument
panel lights are on.
On U.S. models
The driver's vanity mirror is also lighted.
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Preparing to Drive

You should do the following checks and adjustments every day before
you drive your vehicle.
1. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow, or ice.
2. Check that the hood and tailgate are fully closed.
3. Visually check the tires. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure.
4. Check that any items you may be carrying with you inside are stored
properly or fastened down
securely.
5. Check the adjustment of the seat
(see page 74).
6. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors (seepage 84).
7. Check the adjustment of the steering wheel (see page 63).
8. Make sure the doors and tailgate are securely closed and locked.
9. Fasten your seat belt. Check that your passengers have fastenedtheir seat belts (see page 13). 10. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Check the indicator lights in the
instrument panel.
11. Start the engine (see page 141).
12. Check the gauges and indicator lights in the instrument panel (see
page 51).

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Towing a Trailer

Mirrors
Many states and provinces have laws
requiring special outside mirrors
when you are towing a trailer. Check
the laws in your area. You may want
to install mirrors, even if they are not
required. Hook up the trailer and see
how much it obscures your ability to see behind you with the standard
mirrors. If you cannot see directly
behind you, or have a large blind spot next to the trailer or the vehicle,
you should install mirrors intended for towing. Connecting the Trailer
Most trailers that have a gross
weight of 1,000 Ibs (450 kg) do not
have their own braking system. If
you are thinking of getting a trailer that does have brakes, make sure
they are electrically-operated. Thereare no provisions in your vehicle to
tap into its hydraulic braking system.
Any attempt to attach the trailer's brakes to your vehicle's hydraulicsystem, no matter how successful it
may seem, will lower braking effectiveness and create a potential

hazard.
Always use a safety chain when
towing a trailer. Connect the safetychain securely at both ends. Make
sure the chain crosses under the
tongue so it will catch the trailer if it becomes unhitched. Leave enoughslack in the chain so it can't bind in a
sharp turn. Do not let it drag on the

ground.

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Index

Accessories and Modifications.... 134 Accessories................................. 134
Additional Safety Precaution.... 135Modifications............................. 135
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
Position)........................................ 70

Adding Automatic Transmission

Fluid........................................ 177

Brake Fluid................................. 183
Engine Coolant........................... 177

Engine Oil................................... 173

Power Steering Fluid................. 184
Windshield Washer Fluid......... 181
Additional Information About
Your Seat Belts........................ 41
Lap Belt......................................... 42
Lap/Shoulder Belt....................... 41
Seat Belt Maintenance................ 42
Seat Belt System Components... 41
Additional Information About
Your SRS.................................. 42
Additional Safety Precautions.... 46 How Your Airbags Work............ 44
How Your SRS Indicator

Works........................................ 46

SRS Components......................... 44

Additives, Engine Oil..................... 175

Adjustments
Mirrors.......................................... 84

Head Restraints........................... 76

Seats.............................................. 74

Steering Wheel............................ 62

Airbag (SRS) ...................................... 7

Air Cleaner Element...................... 185

Air Conditioning............................... 94
Maintenance............................... 194

Usage............................................. 94

Air Outlets (Vents).......................... 96
Air Pressure, Tires........................ 196
Alcohol in Gasoline........................ 128
Antifreeze....................................... 177
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Indicator Light..................... 53, 149Operation.................................... 148
Anti-theft Steering Column Lock.. 70
Appearance Care........................... 213
Ashtray.............................................. 89
Audio System................................. 103
Automatic Speed Control................ 64
Automatic Transmission............... 142

Capacity, Fluid........................... 248

Checking Fluid Level................ 182

Shifting........................................ 142

Shift Lever Positions................. 142

Shift Position Indicator............. 142

Shift Lock Release..................... 145

Battery
Charging System
Indicator............................ 52, 235

Jump Starting............................. 230
Maintenance............................... 189

Specifications............................. 249

Before Driving............................... 127

Belts, Seat........................................... 6

Beverage Holder.............................. 86
Body Repair.................................... 219

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Index

Ignition
Keys............................................... 67

Switch............................................ 69
Timing Control System............. 256
Important Safety Precautions .......... 4
Indicator Lights, Instrument Panel.............................................. 51
Infant Restraint................................ 27
Inflation, Proper Tire .................... 196
Inside Mirror.................................... 84
Inspection, Tire.............................. 198
Instrument Panel............................. 51
Instrument Panel Brightness......... 59
Interior Cleaning............................ 216
Interior Lights.................................. 90 Introduction......................................... i

Jacking up the Car......................... 225

Jack, Tire........................................ 223

Jump Starting................................. 230

Keys................................................... 67
Label, Certification........................ 246

Lane Change, Signaling.................. 59

Lap Belt............................................. 42

Lap/Shoulder Belts......................... 41
Leaking of Exhaust into Car.......... 47
Lighter, Cigarette............................ 89
Lights
Headlight Aiming...................... 204
Bulb Replacement..................... 206
Indicator........................................ 51

Parking.......................................... 58

Turn Signal................................... 59

LOCK (Ignition Key Position)....... 70

Locks
Anti-theft Steering Column........ 50Fuel Fill Door............................. 129
Glove Box..................................... 73
Power Door................................... 70

Tailgate ...................................... 72

Low Coolant Level......................... 177
Lo
w Oil
Pressure Indicator.... 50, 234
Lubricant Specifications Chart.... 248

Luggage.......................................... 137
Maintenance..................................

. 159

Owner Maintenance Checks.... 171

Record.................................. 169- 170

Required Indicator......................
. 56

Safety........................................... 160

Schedule.............................. 164- 168

Malfunction Indicato

r Lamp.. 52, 236

Maximum Allowable Speeds........ 145

Meters, Gauges................................ 55

Methanol in Gasoline.................... 253

Mirrors, Adjusting........................... 84

Neutral Gear Position.................... 144

New Vehicle Break-in ................... 128

NOTICE, Explanation of................... ii

Numbers, Identification................ 246

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