2005 HONDA ODYSSEY oil level

Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Pour in the oil slowly and caref ully so
you do not spill. Clean up any spills
immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Install the engine oil f ill cap, and
tighten it securely. Wait a f ew
minutes, and recheck the oil level.
Do not f ill above the upper mark; you
could damage the engine.Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s perf ormance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 5W-20
detergent oil displaying the API
Certif ication Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements.
Honda Motor Oil is the pref erred
5W-20 lubricant f or your vehicle. It is
highly recommended that you use
Honda Motor Oil in your vehicle f or
optimum engine protection. Make
sure the API Certif ication Seal says
‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’
The oil viscosity or weight is
provided on the container’s label.
5W-20 oil is f ormulated f or year-
round protection of your vehicle to
improve cold weather starting and
f uel economy.
Recommended Engine Oil
A dding Engine Oil
328
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
Ambient Temperature
API CERTIFICATION SEAL

Refill the engine with the
recommended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
Replace the engine oil f ill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn of f the
engine, and check your work.
Let the engine run f or several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
Turn of f the engine and let it sit
f or several minutes, then check
the oil level on the dipstick. If
necessary, add more oil.
Install a new oil f ilter according to
the instructions that come with it.
Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to: Remove the oil f ilter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required.
9. 8. 7. 6.
4.
5. 3.
Changing the Oil and Filter
330
OIL FILTER
4.5 US qt (4.3)
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m) Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container, and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.

Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning indicators.
Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn of f the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(seeon page
).
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ message in
the multi-information display when
this indicator comes on. This indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low or lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible and you should
take immediate action.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
CHARGING SYSTEM’’ message in
the multi-information display when
this indicator comes on. Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance. Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.If the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running, the
battery is not being charged.
1.
2.
3.
4. 281
328
381
On Touring model On Touring model
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Emergency T owingCharging System Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
371
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.

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Accessories .284
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .....................................
Position) .130
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Accessory Power Sockets . 182
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AC Power Outlet .182
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Additives, Engine Oil . 329
Adjustable Driver’s Foot .........................................
Pedals .169
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AdvancedAirbagSystem . 29
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Airbag (SRS) .11, 25
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Air Conditioning System . 188
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Rear A/C Control . 194,197
.......................
Air Outlets (Vents) .191
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Air Pressure, Tires .346
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Alcohol in Gasoline .278
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Antif reeze .331
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ...............................
Indicator .65, 300
...................................
Operation .300
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 229
Anti-thef t Steering Column ............................................
Lock .130
........................................
Armrests .152
...............
Audio Controls, Remote . 228................................
Audio System .199
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 23
.
Automatic Lighting Off Feature . 124
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Automatic Speed Control . 264
..............
Automatic Transmission . 294
..........................
Capacity, Fluid .386
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 334
.......................................
Shif ting .294
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .294
................
Shif t Lever Positions . 294
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 297
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .63, 371
............................
Jump Starting .367
..............................
Maintenance .352
............................
Specif ications .387
..............................
Bef ore Driving .277
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Belts, Seat .10, 22
.........................
Beverage Holders .171
..................................
Booster Seats .53 Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 300
.............
Break-in, New Linings . 278
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Bulb Replacement .341
...........................................
Fluid .335
.......................................
Parking .169
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System Indicator . 63,373
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Wear Indicators .299
.............................
Braking System .299
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 278
Brightness Control, Instruments . 125
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Brights, Headlights .122
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .342
..............................
Brake Lights .341
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Front Parking Lights . 339
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Front Side Marker Lights . 339
...........
Front Turn Signal Light . 338
.................................
Headlights .337
.........................
Rear Bulbs .341, 342
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Rear Turn Signal Light . 341
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Specif ications .387
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Bulbs, Halogen .337
Index
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Keys .128
.........................................
Indicators .63
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ABS (Anti-lock Brake) . 65,300
Brake (Parking and Brake ...........................
System) .63, 373
................
Charging System . 63,371
.............................
Cruise Control .69
DRL (Daytime Running .....................................
Lights) .69
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Fog Light .69
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Fuel Economy .70
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High Beam .69
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Key (Immobilizer System) . 67
.....................................
Lights On .66
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Low Fuel .68
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Low Oil Pressure . 63,371
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Low Tire Pressure .66
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Maintenance Required . 70
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Side Airbag Of f .33, 64
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SRS .32, 64
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System Message .70
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .68
Vehicle Stability Assist ..........................
(VSA) System .65
............................
VSA Activation .65
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Washer Level .69 ..................
Individual Map Lights . 184
...............................
Inf ant Restraint .41
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Inf ant Seats .43
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LATCH Anchorage System . 45
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Lower Anchors .45
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Tether Anchorage Points . 50
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Inf lation, Proper Tire . 346
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In-Floor Storage Area . 177
.................................
Inside Mirror .167
.............................
Inspection, Tire .347
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Instrument Panel .4 ,60
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 125
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Integrated Sunshade .173
...............................
Interior Lights .183
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Introduction .i
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Jacking up the Vehicle . 361
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Jack, Tire .360
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Jump Starting .367 .......................
Label, Certif ication .384
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Lane Change, Signaling . 122
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Lap/Shoulder Belts . 17,22
...........
LATCH Anchorage System . 45
.....................................
Lazy Susan .179
....................
Light Control Switch .183
Lights ....................
Bulb Replacement .337
.......................................
Indicator .63
.......................................
Interior .183
.......................................
Parking .122
................................
Turn Signal .122
............................
Load Limits .287, 306
....
LOCK (Ignition Key Position) . 130
Locks .....
Anti-thef t Steering Column . 130
............................
Fuel Fill Door .279
..................................
Glove Box .180
..................
Lockout Prevention . 137
...............................
Power Door .137
.............................
Sliding Doors .142
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Tailgate .138
Index
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Low Coolant Level .282
.........................
Low Fuel Indicator .68
...
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 63,371
................................
Lower Anchors .45
..........................
Lower Glove Box .180
...
Lubricant Specif ications Chart . 386
...........
Luggage Net (Cargo Net) . 289
...........
Luggage, Storing (Cargo) . 286
..................................
Maintenance .313
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Minder .315-324
...
Owner Maintenance Checks . 323
.................................
Record .325-326
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Required Indicator .70
..........................................
Saf ety .314
.
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 63,372
...................
Manual Sliding Doors . 142
...............................
Meters, Gauges .71
..................
Michilen PAX System . 356
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Mirrors, Adjusting .167
.................................
Modif ications .284
...............
Modif ying Your Vehicle . 284
.......................................
Moonroof .166 Moving the Second Row Bucket
.............................................
Seat .154
.............
Multi-Inf ormation Display . 74
...................
Neutral Gear Position . 295
..................
New Vehicle Break-in . 278
...................
NOTICE, Explanation of . i
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Numbers, Identif ication . 384
...
Octane Requirement, Gasoline . 278
.........................................
Odometer .72
...............................
Odometer, Trip .72
Oil ........................
Change, How to .329
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Change, When to .315
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Checking Engine .281
..............
Pressure Indicator . 63,371
Selecting Proper Viscosity ......................................
Chart .328
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ON (Ignition Key Position) . 130
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ....................................
Recovery .392 ............................
Outside Mirrors .167
....................
Overheating, Engine .369
.......
Owner Maintenance Checks . 323
.........................
Oxygenated Fuels .278
............
Panel Brightness Control . 125
........................
Park Gear Position .295
...........................................
Parking .298
...............................
Parking Brake .169
Parking Brake and Brake .................
System Indicator . 63,373
...............................
Parking Lights .122
................
Parking Sensor System . 271
..
Parking Over Things that Burn . 298
....
Passenger Airbag Of f Indicator . 33
...................................
PAX System .356
.............................
PGM-FI System .393
........................
Power Door Locks .137
Power Sliding Doors .......................................
Indicator .67
...................................
Operation .142
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Switches .143
...............
Power Socket Locations . 182
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Power Tailgate .139
Index
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Taking Care of the Unexpected . 355
Technical Descriptions .....
Emissions Control Systems . 392
Three Way Catalytic ...............................
Converter .393
.......................
Temperature Gauge .71
........
Temperature, Inside Sensor . 198
...................
Tensioners, Seat Belts . 23
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Tether Anchorage Points . 50
............................
Thef t Protection .229
..
Three Way Catalytic Converter . 393
................
Tilt the Steering Wheel . 127
..........................
Time, Setting the .227
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Timing Belt .336
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Tire Chains .350
.........
Tire, How to Change a Flat . 360
...............................................
Tires .346
..............................
Air Pressure .346
...................................
Balancing .348
.........................
Checking Wear .347
..........................
Compact Spare .359
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 388
......................................
Inf lation .346
..................................
Inspection .347
.....................................
Labeling .390
...................................
Replacing .349 ......................................
Rotating .348
...........................................
Snow .350
............................
Specif ications .387
................................
Tire Chains .350
...................
Tools, Tire Changing . 360
Towing .....................................
A Trailer .306
................
Emergency Wrecker . 381
....
Equipment and Accessories . 308
.....................
Weight Limit .287, 306
.............................
Trailer Loading .308
......................
Trailer Towing Tips .311
Transmission ...............
Checking Fluid Level . 334
...........................
Fluid Selection .334
..............
Identif ication Number . 384
.............
Shif ting the Automatic . 294
.....................................
Treadwear .388
.................................
Trip Meter .72, 77
..................................
Turn Signals .122
Unexpected, Taking Care ..........................................
of the .355
....
Unif orm Tire Quality Grading . 388........................
Unleaded Gasoline .278
...........................
Upper Glove Box .180
.......
Used Oil, How to Dispose of . 330
................................
Vanity Mirror .176
.........
Vehicle Capacity Load . 287,306
......................
Vehicle Dimensions .386
....
Vehicle Identif ication Number . 384
.............................
Vehicle Storage .353
.....................................
Ventilation .191
.................................................
VIN .384
..................................
Viscosity, Oil .328
.............
WARNING, Explanation of . ii
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Warning Labels, Location of . 57
..................
Warranty Coverages .399
Washer, Windshield ........
Checking the Fluid Level . 333
............................
Level Indicator .69
...................................
Operation .121
Index
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