2005 HONDA ODYSSEY odometer

Your vehicle displays engine oil lif e
and maintenance service items in the
odometer/trip meter display on the
LX and EX models, or in the multi-
inf ormation display on the Touring
model, to show you when you should
have your dealer perf orm engine oil
replacement and indicated
maintenance service.
Based on the engine operating
conditions and accumulated engine
revolutions, the onboard computer in
your vehicle calculates the remaining
engine oil lif e and displays it as a
percentage.To see the current engine oil lif e,
turn the ignition switch to ON (II),
and push and release the SELECT/
RESET knob on the instrument
panel 3 times.If the oil lif e is 15 percent or less,
you will see the oil lif e indicator f or
several seconds every time you turn
the ignition switch to ON (II). The
maintenance minder indicator will
also come on, and the maintenance
item code(s) f or other scheduled
maintenance items needing service
will be displayed next to the engine
oil lif e indicator.
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On LX and EX models
Maintenance Minder
Engine Oil L if e Indicator
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MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE
ENGINE OIL LIFE
INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE MINDER
INDICATOR

When the remaining engine oil lif e is
less than 5 percent, you will see a
‘‘CHANGE OIL’’ message in the
odometer/trip meter display, along
with the same maintenance item
code(s), every time you turn the
ignition switch to ON (II).When the remaining engine oil lif e is
0 percent, you will see the above
display. In this display, the remaining
oil lif e indicator will be blinking. This
display comes on and stays on every
time you turn the ignition switch to
ON (II). When you see this message,
have the indicated maintenance
perf ormed by your dealer as soon as
possible.You can change the display to the
odometer, the trip meter, or the
outside temperature by pushing the
SELECT/RESET knob on the
instrument panel.
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These messages will come on every
time you turn the ignition switch to
ON (II).
Immediately have the service
perf ormed, and make sure to reset
the display as described on page .
You can change the display to the
odometer, the trip meter, or the
outside temperature by pushing the
SEL/RESET button on the steering
wheel.
When the remaining engine oil lif e is
less than 0 percent and you have not
done the required maintenance, you
will see the above display for several
seconds. In this display, ‘‘0’’ will be
blinking.
The display then changes to
‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE.’’
When the remaining engine oil lif e is
less than 5 percent, you will see the
above display. The display then
changes to ‘‘SERVICE DUE NOW.’’
Have the indicated maintenance
done as soon as possible. 320
Maintenance Minder
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µAll the maintenance items displayed
in the odometer/trip meter or the
multi-inf ormation display are in code.
If you still do not get the indicated
maintenance done, you will see a
negative mileage, f or example ‘‘ 15’’
blinking. This negative mileage
display means you should have done
the indicated maintenance 15 miles
ago. Immediately have the indicated
maintenancedonebyyourdealer.
For an explanation of the
maintenance codes, see page .
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Maintenance Minder
Maintenance Main Items and Sub
Items
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MAINTENANCE SUB ITEM MAINTENANCE
MAIN ITEM
MAINTENANCE
MAIN ITEM MAINTENANCE
SUB ITEMS
MAINTENANCE
SUB ITEMS
MAINTENANCE MAIN ITEM
Touring model
LX and EX models

Press the SELECT/RESET knob
f or more than 5 seconds. The
maintenance items code(s) will
disappear, and the engine oil lif e
will reset to ‘‘100.’’
Press the SELECT/RESET knob
f or about 10 seconds. The engine
oil lif e and the maintenance item
code(s) will blink.
Your dealer will reset the display
af ter completing the required
maintenance service. You will see
‘‘OIL LIFE 100%’’ on the odometer/
trip meter display the next time you
turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
If maintenance service is done by
someone other than your dealer,
reset the maintenance minder as
f ollows:
Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Press the SELECT/RESET knob
until the engine oil lif e indicator is
displayed. 3.
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On LX and EX models
Maintenance Minder
Resetting the Engine Oil Lif e
Indicator
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U.S. Vehicles:
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed. Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate lights monthly.
See page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page . Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page .
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the odometer/
trip meter display or the multi-
inf ormation display.
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Maintenance, replacement, or
repair of emissions control
devices and systems may be done
by any automotive repair
establishment or individual using
parts that are ‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA
standards. Owner’s Maintenance Checks
Maintenance Minder
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You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certif ication Seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals shown on the odometer/
trip meter display or on the multi-
inf ormation display.Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the maintenance
messages shown on the odometer/
trip meter display or on the multi-
inf ormation display. The oil and f ilter
collect contaminants that can dam-
age your engine if they are not
removed regularly.
Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lif t f or this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Your vehicle’s engine does not
require any oil additives. Additives
may adversely af f ect engine or
transmission perf ormance and
durability.
Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil f ill cap. Remove the oil
drain bolt and washer f rom the
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
into an appropriate container.
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Synthetic Oil
Changing the Oil and Filter
Engine Oil A dditives
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter
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WASHER
DRAIN BOLT

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.
Using any non-Honda brake f luid 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.
Pour the f luid slowly and caref ully so
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spills immediately; it could damage
components in the engine
compartment.
Brake f luid marked DOT 5 is not
compatible with your vehicle’s
braking system and can cause
extensive damage.
Check the brake f luid level in the
reservoirs monthly.
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.
To thoroughly f lush the transmission,
the technician should drain and ref ill
it with Honda ATF-Z1, then drive the
vehicle f or a short distance. Do this
three times. Then drain and ref ill the
transmission a f inal time.
Insert the dipstick all the way back
into the transmission securely as
shown in the illustration.
The transmission should be drained
and ref illed with new f luid when this
service is indicated on a maintenance
message on the odometer/trip meter
display or on the multi-inf ormation
display.
If you are not sure how to add f luid,
contact your dealer. Replace the brake f luid according to
thetimerecommendationsinthe
maintenance minder schedule.
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Automatic Transmission Fluid, Brake Fluid
Brake Fluid
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MAX
MIN