1999 HONDA ODYSSEY warning lights

Your Vehicle at a Glance
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:
To use the horn, press the pad around the "H" logo.

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
(P.207) HEADLIGHTS/

TURN SIGNALS
(P.66/68)
HAZARD WARNING
LIGHTS

(P.70)
DIGITAL CLOCK
(P.117)
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER(P.71)
LIGHT CONTROL
SWITCH (P.125)

WINDSHIELD

WIPERS/WASHERS
(P.68/70)

CRUISE
CONTROL
(P.73)
HORN*

STEERING WHEEL

ADJUSTMENT (P.72)

POWER SLIDING
DOOR SWITCHES(P.90)
MIRROR
CONTROLS (P.115)
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
(P.179)
CRUISE
CONTROL
(P.73)
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Instruments and Controls

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

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

Control Locations............................ 56

Indicator Lights................................ 57

Gauges.............................................. 62

Controls Near the Steering
Wheel........................................65

Headlights...................................
. 66

Automatic Lightin g
Off
Feature......................................67

Daytime Running Lights............. 67

Instrument Panel Brightness..... 67

Turn Signals................................. 68

Windshield Wipers.....................

. 68

Windshield Washers..................
. 70

Rear Windo w
Wiper and
Washer......................................70
Hazard Warning........................... 70

Rear Window Defogger.............. 71

Steering Wheel Adjustment....... 72

Steering Wheel Controls ................ 73
Cruise Control.............................. 73

Remote Audio Controls .............. 76

Keys and Locks................................ 76

Keys............................................... 76

Immobilizer System..................... 77

Ignition Switch............................. 78

Power Door Locks....................... 79
Remote Transmitter.................... 81Childproof Door Locks............... 85

Tailgate......................................... 85
Glove Box..................................... 87

Sliding Doors.................................... 88
Manual Sliding Doors.................. 88
Power Sliding Doors.................... 90
Important Safety Precautions.... 94
HomeLink Universal Transmitter.................................. 95

Seats.................................................. 99

Passenger Seating....................... 99

Seat Adjustments....................... 100

Driver's Seat Power
Adjustments........................... 102
Armrests..................................... 103
Head Restraints......................... 104
Third Seat Access...................... 105 Moving the Second Row Bucket Seat............................ 106
Removing the Bucket Seats in the Second Row................. 108
Removing the Bench Seat in the Second Row................. 109
Folding the Third Seat.............. 110
Power Windows............................. 113
Mirrors............................................ 115 Parking Brake................................ 116
Digital Clock................................... 117
Center Table................................... 117
Beverage Holder............................ 118
Sunglasses Holder......................... 120
Sun Visor......................................... 121
Vanity Mirror................................. 121 Rear Compartment........................ 122Center Pocket................................ 122
Coin Holder.................................... 122
Storage Box.................................... 123 Coat Hook....................................... 123
Accessory Power Sockets............. 124 Interior Lights................................ 125
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Indicator Lights

Power Sliding Door
Indicator

EX model only

This indicator comes on for a few
seconds when you turn the ignition

switch ON (II). If it comes on at anyother time, there is a problem in the
power sliding door system. With this
light on, move the main switch on
the dashboard to the OFF position, and have the system checked by
your Honda dealer as soon as possible. You can still open or closeeach sliding door manually. For

more information on the power
sliding doors, see page 90 . Turn Signal and
Hazard WarningIndicators
The left or right turn signal light blinks when you signal a lane changeor turn. If the light does not blink or
blinks rapidly, it usually means one of the turn signal bulbs is burned out (see page 267). Replace the bulb as
soon as possible, since other drivers
cannot see that you are signalling.
When you turn on the Hazard
Warning switch, both turn signal lights blink. All turn signals on theoutside of the vehicle should flash. Door and Brake Lamp Monitor
The appropriate light comes on in this display if the tailgate or any door
is not closed tightly. If a brake lightdoes not work, the BRAKE LAMP
indicator comes on when you push
the brake pedal with the ignition switch ON (II).
A burned out brake light is a hazard
when drivers behind you cannot tell you are braking. Have your brake
lights repaired right away.
All the lights in the monitor display come on when you turn the ignitionswitch ON (II). The lights go off
after the engine starts and the
tailgate and all doors are closed

tightly.

Instruments and Controls

SLIDING
DOOR
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel

The two levers on the steering column contain controls for driving
features you use most often. The left
lever controls the turn signals,
headlights, and high beams. The
right lever controls the windshield
washers and wipers.
The switches for the hazard warning lights and rear window defogger are
located to the right of the steering

column.

The controls under the left air vent are for the TCS, the cruise control,
the power sliding doors and the
power mirrors.
The tilt adjustment lever on the underside of the steering column
allows you to tilt the steering wheel.
* To use the horn, press the pad around the "H" logo.
HAZARD

WARNING
LIGHTS

LIGHT CONTROL

SWITCH

MIRROR
CONTROL
HEADLIGHTS/

TURN SIGNALS REAR WINDOW

DEFOGGER

Instruments and Controls

POWER

SLIDING

DOOR
TRACTION

CONTROLSYSTEM WINDSHIELD

WIPERS/WASHERS

SHIFT

LEVER

HORN'
CRUISE
CONTROL TILT
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Windshield Washers
To clean the windshield, pull back on the wiper control lever. The washersspray until you release the lever. The
wipers run at low speed while you're pulling the lever, then complete one
more sweep of the windshield after
you release it. Rear Window Wiper and Washer
The rear window wiper switch is located next to the windshield wiperswitch.
To activate the rear windshield wiper, turn the switch "ON". If you wish to
use the wiper and washer, turn and
hold the switch one position up from
"ON".
Hazard Warning
Push the button to the left of the
clock to turn on the hazard
warning lights (four-way flashers).
This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in
the instrument panel to flash.
Use the hazard warning lights if
you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your
vehicle is disabled.
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Changing a Flat Tire
If you have a flat tire while driving, stop in a safe place to change it.
Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder
of a busy road is dangerous. Drive slowly along the shoulder until you
get to an exit or an area to stop that
is far away from the traffic lanes. JACK

VINYL BAG
TOOLS

1. Park the vehicle on firm, level and non-slippery ground away from
traffic. Put the transmission in
Park. Apply the parking brake. SPARE TIRE
2. Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to
LOCK (0). Have all the
passengers get out of the vehicle
while you change the tire.

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Taking Care of the Unexpected

The vehicle can easily roll off

the jack, seriously injuring
anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for
changing a tire exactly, and never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the

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If Your Engine Won't Start, Jump Starting
Your vehicle has the Immobilizer
System. You should use a
properly-coded master or valet key
to start the engine (see page 77).
A key that is not properly coded
will cause the immobilizer system indicator in the dash panel to blink
rapidly. Do you have fuel? Turn the
ignition switch to ON (II) for a
minute and watch the fuel gauge.
The low fuel level warning light may not be working, so you were
not reminded to fill the tank. There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
fuel pump. Check all the fuses (see page 305).
If you find nothing wrong, you will
need a qualified technician to find
the problem. See Emergency
Towing on page 311. Jump Starting
If your vehicle's battery has run
down, you may be able to start the
engine by using a booster battery.
Although this seems like a simple procedure, you should take several

precautions.

You cannot start a Honda by pushing or pulling it. To jump start your vehicle, follow
these directions closely:
1. Open the hood and check the physical condition of the battery(see page 251). In very cold
weather, check the condition of the electrolyte. If it seems slushyor like ice, do not try jump starting
until it thaws.

If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can freeze.

Attempting to jump start with a frozen
battery can cause it to rupture.

2. Turn off all the electrical acces- sories: heater, A/C, climate
control, stereo system, lights, etc.
Put the transmission in Neutral or
Park and set the parking brake.

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Taking Care of the Unexpected

A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery.
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Index

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating)........................................ 213

GCWR (Gross Combined Weight
Rating)........................................ 213

Gearshift Lever Positions............. 199

Glass Cleaning............................... 281
Glove Box......................................... 87

GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) ........................................ 213

Halogen Headlight Bulbs.............. 266
Hazard Warning Flashers............... 70
Headlights......................................... 66 Aiming......................................... 266

Automatic Lighting Off............... 67
Daytime Running Lights............. 67
High Beam Indicator................... 61
High Beams, Turning on............ 66
Low Beams, Turning on............. 66
Reminder Chime.......................... 66
Replacing Halogen Bulbs ......... 266

Turning on.................................... 66

Head Restraints............................. 104
Heated Mirror................................ 116 Heating and Cooling...................... 130
High Altitude, Starting at.............. 197
High-Low Beam Switch .................. 66
HomeLink Universal
Transmitter.................................. 95

Hood Latch..................................... 248
Hood, Opening the ........................ 184

Horn................................................... 65

Hot Coolant, Warning about........ 237
Hydroplaning.................................. 211
Identification Number, Vehicle.... 314
If Your Vehicle Has to be
Towed......................................... 311

Ignition
Keys...............................................76

Switch............................................78

Timing Control System............. 324

Immobilizer System......................... 77

Important Safety Precautions .......... 6
Indicator Lights, Instrument
Panel.............................................. 57

Individual Map Lights................... 127

Infant Restraint................................ 30
Inflation, Proper Tire .................... 257
Inside Mirror.................................. 115
Inspection,Tire.............................. 259
Instrument Panel........................ 2, 56
Instrument Panel Brightness......... 67
Interior Cleaning............................ 280
Interior Lights................................ 125
Introduction......................................... i

Jacking up the Vehicle.................. 290

Jack, Tire........................................ 288

Jump Starting................................. 297

Keys...................................................76

Label, Certification........................ 314

Lane Change, Signaling.................. 68

Lap/Shoulder Belts.................. 15, 45
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