2001 HONDA ODYSSEY fluid

Fluid Locations
Maint enance
248
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Check the f luid level with the engine
at normal operating temperature.Park the vehicle on level ground.
Shut of f the engine.
Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
f rom the transmission and wipe it
with a clean cloth.
Insert the dipstick all the way into
the transmission. Remove the dipstick and check
the f luid level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks.
If the level is below the lower
mark, remove the f ill plug and add
f luid to bring it to the upper mark.
Always use Honda ATF-Z1
(Automatic Transmission Fluid). If
it is not available, you may use a
DEXRON
III automatic
transmission f luid as a temporary replacement. However, continued
use can affect shift quality. Have
the transmission drained and
ref illed with Honda ATF-Z1 as
soon as it is convenient.
Insert the dipstick all the way back
in the transmission.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid according
to the time and distance recommen-
dations in the maintenance schedule.
If youarenotsurehowtoaddfluid,
contact your Honda dealer.
To thoroughly f lush the transmission,
the technician should drain and ref ill
it with Honda ATF-Z1 (Automatic
Transmission Fluid), then drive the
vehicle a short distance. Do this
three times. Then drain and ref ill the
transmission a f inal time.
1. 2. 3.
5.6.
4.
Maint enance
Automatic Transmission Fluid
259
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The f luid level should be between
theMINandMAXmarksontheside
of the reservoir. If the level is at or
below the MIN mark, your brake
system needs attention. Have the
brake system inspected f or leaks or
worn brake pads.
Always use Honda Heavy Duty
Brake Fluid DOT 3. If it is not
available, you should use only DOT 3
or DOT 4 f luid, f rom a sealed
container, as a temporary
replacement. However, the use of
any non-Honda brake fluid can cause
corrosion and decrease the lif e of the
system. Have the brake system
f lushed and ref illed with Honda
Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 as
soon as possible.
Check the f luid level in the brake
f luid reservoir monthly.
The brake f luid should be replaced
accordingtothetimeanddistance
recommendations in the mainte-
nance schedule.
Brake f luid marked DOT 5 is not
compatible with your vehicle’s
braking system and can cause
extensive damage.Brake System
Maint enance
Brake Fluid
260
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Always use Honda Power Steering
Fluid. If it is not available, you may
use another power steering f luid as
an emergency replacement.
However, continued use can cause
increased wear and poor steering in
cold weather. Have the power
steering system f lushed and ref illed
with Honda PSF as soon as possible.
A low power steering f luid level can
indicate a leak in the system. Check
the f luid level f requently and have
the system inspected as soon as
possible.
Check the level when the engine is
cold. Look at the side of the
reservoir. The f luid should be
between the UPPER LEVEL and
LOWER LEVEL. If it is below the
LOWER LEVEL, add power steering
f luid to the UPPER LEVEL.
Maint enance
Power Steering
261
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LLOOWWEERRLLEEVVEELLT urning the steering wheel to f ull lef t
or right lock and holding it there can
damage the power steering pump.

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Specif ications
T echnical Inf ormation
334 Dimensions
Weights
Air Conditioning
Capacities
201.2 in (5,110 mm)
75.6 in (1,920 mm)
5.3 US qt (5.0
, 4.4 Imp qt)
2.6 US qt (2.5
, 2.2 Imp qt)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine.
Reserve tank capacity:
0.16 US gal (0.6
, 0.13 Imp gal)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine. 4.6 US qt (4.4
, 3.9 Imp qt)
4.2 US qt (4.0
, 3.5 Imp qt)
2.48 US gal (9.4
, 2.07 Imp gal)
3.1 US qt (2.9
, 2.6 Imp qt)
7.6 US qt (7.2, 6.3 Imp qt)
4.8 US qt (4.5
, 4.0 Imp qt)
HFC-134a (R-134a)
66.1 in (1,680 mm)
66.1 in (1,680 mm)
118.1 in (3,000 mm)
68.5 in (1,740 mm)
32 34 oz (850 900 g) ND-OIL8 20.00 US gal (75.7
, 16.65 Imp gal)
1.98 US gal (7.5, 1.65 Imp gal)
69.7 in (1,770 mm)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
Gross vehicle weight rating
Gross combined weight
rating (GCWR)
See the tire information label atta-
ched to the driver’s doorjamb.
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil Automatic
transmission
fluid
Windshield
washer
reservoir
8,160 lbs (3,700 kg) Approx.
FrontRear
1: 2:Change Total
Change
Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
ChangeTotal
U.S. Vehicles
Canada Vehicles
1: LX
2: EX 1 2
1 2

CONT INUED
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Accessories and Modif ications . 203
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Accessories . 203
...
Additional Safety Precaution . 204
............................
Modif ications . 204
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) . 83
............
Accessory Power Sockets . 130
....................
Additives, Engine Oil . 251
...............................
Airbag (SRS) . 9, 53
.....................
Air Cleaner Element . 262
.................
Air Conditioning Filter . 272
......
Air Conditioning System . 136, 144
..............................
Maintenance . 271
.....................
Rear A/C Control . 158
.................................
Usage . 136, 144
...............
Air Outlets (Vents) . 138, 144
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires . 273
.......................
Alcohol in Gasoline . 338
.......
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning . 295
......................................
Antif reeze . 253
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
...............................
Indicator . 63, 220
...................................
Operation . 219
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 192 .
Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 82
..........................
Appearance Care . 293
........................................
Armrests . 109
...............
Audio Controls, Remote . 191
........................
Audio System . 161, 173
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 54
...
Automatic Lighting Off Feature . 71
...............
Automatic Speed Control . 77
..............
Automatic Transmission . 212
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Capacity,Fluid .334
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 259
.......................................
Shif ting . 213
.
Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 212
................
Shif t Lever Positions . 213
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 216
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator . 62, 319
............................
Jump Starting . 313
..............................
Maintenance . 267
............................
Specif ications . 335
..............................
Bef ore Driving . 195
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Belts,Seat .8,49 ...........................
Beverage Holder . 124
...................................
Body Repair . 300
Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 219
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Break-in, New Linings . 196
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Bulb Replacement . 284
...........................................
Fluid . 260
.......................................
Parking . 122
.................
System Indicator . 62, 322
........................
Wear Indicators . 218
.............................
Braking System . 218
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle . 196
..
Brightness Control, Instruments . 71
........................
Brights, Headlights . 70
Bulb Replacement
..........................
Back-up Lights . 285
..............................
Brake Lights . 284
......................
Cargo Area Light . 288
................
Front Parking Lights . 283
........
Front Side Marker Lights . 283
.................................
Headlights . 282
.........
High-mount Brake Light . 286
..............
Individual Map Lights . 288
...................
License Plate Light . 287
Index
A
B I

CONT INUED
Dipstick..........
Automatic Transmission . 259
..................................
Engine Oil . 200
..........................
Directional Signals . 72
........
Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 218
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil . 252
Doors
..............
Locking and Unlocking . 83
....................
Lockout Prevention . 84
.................
Manual Sliding Doors . 92
..............................
Monitor Light . 64
......................
Power Door Locks . 83
...................
Power Sliding Doors . 94
..........
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 336
.....................................
Drive Belts . 272
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 5
...........................................
Driving . 209
....................................
Economy . 202
.........................
In Bad Weather . 224
................
In Foreign Countries . 339 ............................
Fabric, Cleaning . 297
..........................
Fan, Interior . 136, 148
Features, Comfort and
..............................
Convenience . 135
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank . 197
Filters
...............................................
Air . 262
.......................
Air Conditioning . 272
...............................................
Oil . 251
.............
Flashers, Hazard Warning . 75
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a . 303
.......................................
Floor Mat . 296
Fluids
..........
Automatic Transmission . 259
..........................................
Brake . 260
..........................
Power Steering . 261
..............................
Economy, Fuel . 202
............
Emergencies on the Road . 301
.............
Battery, Jump Starting . 313 Emergencies on the Road
...........
Brake System Indicator . 322
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 303
.....
Charging System Indicator . 319
..................
Checking the Fuses . 323
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 318
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 320
..................
Overheated Engine . 315
.........................
Emergency Brake . 122
......................
Emergency Flashers . 75
......................
Emergency Towing . 329
.......................
Emissions Controls . 340
.............
Emissions Testing, State . 343Engine
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge . 67
.................................
Drive Belts . 272
Malf unction Indicator
................................
Lamp . 62, 320
........
Oil Pressure Indicator . 62, 318
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use . 249
...............................
Overheating . 315
............................
Specif ications . 335
.......................................
Starting . 211
......................
Ethanol in Gasoline . 338
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls . 340
...............................
Exhaust Fumes . 57 Exhaust Gas Recirculation
........................................
System . 341
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by . 20
..................
Exterior,Cleaningthe .294
Index
E F
III

Fluids..................
Windshield Washer . 258
FM Stereo Radio
...........................
Reception . 162, 174
.................
Folding the Third Seat . 115
.....
Foreign Countries, Driving in . 339
..........................
Four-way Flashers . 75
.................................................
Fuel . 196
......................
Fill Door and Cap . 197
...........................................
Gauge . 67
................
Octane Requirement . 196
...............................
Oxygenated . 338
........................
Reserve Indicator . 65
........................
Tank, Filling the . 197
.....................
Fuses, Checking the . 324
...............
Gas Mileage, Improving . 202
..........................................
Gasohol . 338
.........................................
Gasoline . 196
...............
Fuel Reserve Indicator . 65
...........................................
Gauge . 67
................
Octane Requirement . 196
........................
Tank, Filling the . 197
................
Gas Station Procedures . 197 Gauges
...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 67
...............................................
Fuel . 67
...............................
Speedometer . 66
.................................
Tachometer . 66
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
.......................................
Rating) . 228
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight .......................................
Rating) . 228
............
Gearshif t Lever Positions . 213
..............................
Glass Cleaning . 298
........................................
Glove Box . 91
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
.......................................
Rating) . 228
.............
Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 282
..............
Hazard Warning Flashers . 75
........................................
Headlights . 70
........................................
Aiming . 282
..............
Automatic Lighting Off . 71
............
Daytime Running Lights . 71
..................
High Beam Indicator . 65
.........................
Reminder Chime . 70
........
Replacing Halogen Bulbs . 282 ...................................
Turning on . 70
............................
Head Restraints . 110
...............................
Heated Mirror . 122
.....................
Heating and Cooling . 136
.............
High Altitude, Starting at . 211
.................
High-Low Beam Switch . 70
HomeLink Universal
.................................
Transmitter . 99
....................................
Hood Latch . 264
.......................
Hood, Opening the . 198
..................................................
Horn . 69
.................................
Hydroplaning . 225
...
Identif ication Number, Vehicle . 332
Ignition
..............................................
Keys . 80
...........................................
Switch . 82
............
Timing Control System . 341
........................
Immobilizer System . 81
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
.........
Indicators, Instrument Panel . 61
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Individual Map Lights . 133
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Inf ant Restraint . 32
Index
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IV