2004 HONDA ODYSSEY change time

The best way to conf irm that vehicle
and trailer weights are within limits
is to have them checked at public
scale.
Using a suitable scale or a special
tongue load gauge, check the tongue
load the f irst time you set up a
towing combination (a f ully-loaded
vehicle and trailer), then recheck the
tongue load whenever the conditions
change.Towing generally requires a variety
of supplemental equipment. To
ensure the best quality, we
recommend that you purchase
Honda equipment whenever possible.
Always use saf ety chains. Make sure
they are secured to both the trailer
and hitch, and that they cross under
the tongue so they can catch the
trailer if it becomes unhitched.
Leave enough slack to allow the
trailer to turn corners easily, but do
not let chains drag on the ground. Any hitch used on your vehicle must
be properly bolted to the underbody,
using the six threaded holes
provided. A hitch and the required
f luid coolers designed especially f or
your Odyssey can be obtained f rom
your Honda dealer.If the total trailer weight is more
than 1,850 lbs (840 kg), you must
also use a weight distributing hitch.
This device transf ers weight f rom
the vehicle’s rear wheels to the f ront
wheels, and to the trailer’s wheels.
Caref ully f ollow the hitch maker’s
instructions f or proper installation
and adjustment.
If the total trailer weight exceeds
2,000 lbs (900 kg), you should install
a sway control device to minimize
swaying that can occur in crosswinds
and in normal and emergency
driving maneuvers. Your trailer
maker can tell you what kind of sway
control you need and how to install it.
Discuss any additional needs with
your trailer sales or rental agency,
and make sure all equipment is
properly installed, maintained, and
also meets state and province
regulations.
Towing a Trailer
Driving
Checking L oadsT owing Equipment and
A ccessories
Saf et y Chains
HitchesWeight Distributing Hitch
Sway Cont rol
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If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than one
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors.Fill the f uel tank.
Change the engine oil and f ilter.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc. are
completely dry.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Park. Block the rear wheels.
If the vehicle is to be stored f or a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).
Disconnect the battery.
Support the f ront and rear wiper
blade arms with a f olded towel or
ragsotheydonottouchthe
windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and tailgate seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and tailgate seals.Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
f rom a porous material such as
cotton. Non-porous materials, such
as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
If possible, periodically run the
engine until it reaches f ull
operating temperature (the
cooling f ans cycle on and of f
twice). Pref erably, do this once a
month.
If you store your vehicle f or 1 year or
longer, have your Honda dealer
perf orm the inspections called f or in
the 2 years/30,000 miles (48,000 km)
maintenance schedule (Normal
Conditions) as soon as you take it
out of storage (see page ). The
replacements called f or in the
maintenance schedule are not
needed unless the vehicle has
actually reached that time or mileage. 205
Vehicle Storage
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DANGER, Explanation of . ii
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Dashboard .2, 58
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Daytime Running Lights . 72
Daytime Running Lights .......................................
Indicator .64
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Dead Battery .248
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 280
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Def ogger, Rear Window . 73
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Cancel Button .160
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Capacities Chart .266
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 54
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Cargo Area Light .114
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Cargo Hooks .179
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Cargo, How to Carry .176
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Cargo Net .179
Cassette Player ............................................
Care .142
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Operation .139
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
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CD Care .135
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CD Changer .134
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CD Changer Error Message . 137
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CD Error Message .136
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CD Player .133
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Center Pocket .110
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Center Table .105
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Certif ication Label .264
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Chains, Tires .234
Changing Oil ........................................
How to .212
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When to .205
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Changing a Flat Tire .239 ...
Charging System Indicator . 60,252
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 182
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Childproof Door Locks . 79
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Child Saf ety .35
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Booster Seats .51
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Child Seats .42
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Important Saf ety Reminders . 39
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Inf ants .40
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Lerger Children .50
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LATCH .44
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Risks with Airbags .36
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Small Children .41
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Tethers .48
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Where Should A Child Sit? . 36
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Child Seats .42
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LATCH Anchorage System . 44
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Tether Anchorage Points . 48
Cleaning ...................................
Seat Belts .226
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Climate Control System . 121
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Clock .105
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Coat Hook .111
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Code, Audio System .144
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CO in the Exhaust .271
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Coin Holder .110
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Cold Weather, Starting in . 183......................
Compact Spare Tire .238
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Consumer Inf ormation . 278
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Controls, Instruments and . 57
Coolant ........................................
Adding .214
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Checking .172
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Proper Solution .214
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Temperature Gauge . 67
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .271
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Cruise Control Indicator . 64
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Cruise Control Operation . 160
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Cup Holders .106
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Customer Service Of f ice . 278
Index
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Important Safety Precautions . 6
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Indicators .59
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake) . 61,190
Brake (Parking and Brake ...........................
System) .60, 254
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Brake Lamp .63
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Charging System . 60,252
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Cruise Control .64
DRL (Daytime Running .....................................
Lights) .64
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High Beam .64
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 62
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Low Fuel .64
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Low Oil Pressure . 60,252
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Side Airbag Of f .31, 61
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SRS .30, 61
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .63
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Washer Level .64
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Individual Map Lights . 113
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Inf ant Restraint .40
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Inf ant Seats .42
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LATCH Anchorage System . 44
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Lower Anchors .44
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Tether Anchorage Points . 48
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 230.................................
Inside Mirror .102
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Inspection, Tire .231
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Instrument Panel .2 ,59
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 72
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Interior Lights .112
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Introduction .i
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 242
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Jack, Tire .240
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Jump Starting .248
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Keys .75
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Label, Certif ication .264
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Lane Change, Signaling . 71
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 14,20
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LATCH Anchorage System . 44
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Light Control Switch .112
Lights ....................
Bulb Replacement .220 .......................................
Indicator .59
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Interior .112
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Parking .71
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Turn Signal .71
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Load Limits .177, 194
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LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 77
Locks .......
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 77
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Fuel Fill Door .169
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Glove Box .109
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Lockout Prevention . 78
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Power Door .78
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Sliding Doors .84
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Tailgate .79
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Low Coolant Level .172
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Low Fuel Indicator .64
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 60,252
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Lower Anchors .44
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Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 266
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Luggage Net (Cargo Net) . 179
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Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 176
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