2005 HONDA ODYSSEY windshield wiper

Disconnect the blade assembly
fromthewiperarmbypushingin
the lock tab. Hold the lock tab in
while you push the blade assembly
toward the base of the arm.
Check the condition of the wiper
blades at least every six months.
Replace them if you f ind signs of
cracking in the rubber, and areas
that are getting hard, or if they leave
streaks and unwiped areas when
used.
Raise the wiper arm of f the
windshield.
Front windshield: Raise the driver’s
side first, then the passenger’s
side.2.
1.
Wiper Blades
344
WIPER ARMS
LOCK TAB
Do not open the hood when the wiper
arms are raised, or you will damage the
hood and the arms.

Remove the blade f rom its holder
by grasping the tabbed end of the
blade. Pull f irmly until the tabs
come out of the holder.Examine the new wiper blades. If
they have no plastic or metal
reinf orcement along the back
edge, remove the metal
reinf orcement strips f rom the old
wiper blade, and install them in
the slots along the edge of the new
blade.Slide the new wiper blade into the
holder until the tabs lock.
Slide the wiper blade assembly
onto the wiper arm. Make sure it
locks in place.
Front windshield: Lower the
passenger’s side f irst, then the
driver’s side. Lower the wiper arm against the
windshield.
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7.
4. 5.
3.
Wiper Blades
Maint enance
345
BLADE BLADE
REINFORCEMENT

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 twice).
Pref erably, do this once a month.
Vehicle Storage
Maint enance
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Wheels.............
Adjusting the Steering . 127
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Alignment and Balance . 348
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Compact Spare .359
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Wrench .362
Windows .............................
Auto Reverse .163
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Operating the Power . 163
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Rear, Def ogger .126
Windshield .....................................
Cleaning .121
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Def roster .192
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Washers .121
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades .344
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Operation .121
Rear Windshield Wiper and ...................................
Washer .122
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Wireless Headphones . 260
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Worn Tires .347
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Wrecker, Emergency Towing . 381
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