2006 HONDA ODYSSEY power steering

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Your Vehicle at a Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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POWER SLIDING
DOOR SWITCHES
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT CLOCK
LIGHT CONTROL
SWITCH
AUDIO SYSTEM/
REAR
ENTERTAINMENT
SYSTEM
STEERING WHEEL
AUDIO CONTROLS PASSENGER
AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
POWER TAILGATE
SWITCH HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNALS
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
HORN (P.33)
PARKING SENSOR
SYSTEM SWITCH DRIVER’S PEDAL
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
MULTI-INFORMATION
DISPLAY SWITCHESCRUISE
CONTROL
(P.75)
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VSA OFF SWITCH MOONROOF
(P.173)
(P.170)
(P.308)
(P.277)
(P.233) (P.131) (P.125) (P.187)
(P.203,235)
(P.130) (P.232)
(P.130)
(P.269)
(P.126)
(P.146)
(P.143)

This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .60............................
Instrument Panel .61
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Instrument Panel Indicators .63
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Gauges .71
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Multi-Inf ormation Display .74
Controls Near the Steering
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Wheel .124
Windshield Wipers and .....................................
Washers .125
Rear Window Wiper and .......................................
Washer .126
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Turn Signal and Headlights .126
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Instrument Panel Brightness .129
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Hazard Warning Button .130
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Rear Window Def ogger .130
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Steering Wheel Adjustment .131
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Keys and Locks .132
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Immobilizer System .133
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Ignition Switch .134
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Remote Transmitter .135
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Door Locks .141
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Power Door Locks .141
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Childproof Door Locks .142
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Tailgate .142
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Power Tailgate .143
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Sliding Doors .146
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Seats .152..................................
Seat Heaters .164
Driver’s Seat Position Memory ........................................
System .165
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Power Windows .167
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Moonroof .170
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Mirrors .171
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Parking Brake .172
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Adjustable Driver’s Foot Pedals .173
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Interior Convenience Items .174
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Retractable Center Tray .175
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Beverage Holders .175
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Integrated Sunshade .177
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Sunglasses Holder .178
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Conversation Mirror .178
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Sun Visor .179
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Vanity Mirror .179
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Rear Compartment .179
Removable Second Row
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Console .180
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In-Floor Storage Area .181
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Lower Glove Box .184
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Upper Glove Box .184
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Center Pocket .185
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Accessory Power Sockets . 186
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AC Power Outlet .186
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Interior Lights .187
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel
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POWER SLIDING
DOOR SWITCHES
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT CRUISE
CONTROL
CLOCK
LIGHT CONTROL
SWITCH
AUDIO SYSTEM/
REAR
ENTERTAINMENT
SYSTEM
STEERING WHEEL
AUDIO CONTROLS PASSENGER
AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
POWER TAILGATE
SWITCH HEADLIGHTS/
TURN SIGNALS
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
VSA OFF
SWITCH
HORN (P.33)
PARKING SENSOR
SYSTEM SWITCH
DRIVER’S PEDAL
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
(P.75)MULTI-INFORMATION
DISPLAY SWITCHES
VSA OFF SWITCH
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MOONROOF
(P.173)
(P.146)(P.170)
(P.308)
(P.277)
(P.308)
(P.233) (P.131) (P.125)(P.187)
(P.130)
(P.232)
(P.130)
(P.269)
(P.126)
(P.203,235)
(P.143)

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only to start the engine. The switch
returns to the ON (II) position when
you let go of the key.
You will hear a reminder beeper if
you leave the key in the ignition
switch in the LOCK (0) or
ACCESSORY (I) position and open
the driver’s door. Remove the key to
turn of f the beeper.
TheshiftlevermustbeinPark
bef ore you can remove the key f rom
the ignition switch.
The ignition switch has f our
positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY
(I), ON (II), and START (III). You can insert or
remove the key only in this position.
To turn the key to the LOCK (0)
position, the shif t lever must be in
Park, and you must push the key in
slightly.
This is the normal key
position when driving. Several of the
indicators on the instrument panel
come on as a test when you turn the
ignition switch f rom the
ACCESSORY (I) to the ON (II)
position. You can
operate the audio system and the
accessory power sockets in this
position. If the f ront wheels are turned, the
anti-theft lock may make it difficult
to turn the key. Firmly turn the
steering wheel to the lef t or right as
you turn the key. ST A RT (III)
LOCK (0)
ON (II) A CCESSORY (I)
Ignition Switch
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When the shift lever is in Park:When the shift lever is in Neutral andthe ignition switch is in the ON position:
If you shif t out of Park while a door
is closing, you will hear a beep until
the door closes.
If you shif t out of Park while a door
is opening, you will hear a
continuous tone and the door will
stop moving. Stop the vehicle and
close the door.
If you shif t out of Neutral or release
the brake pedal or the parking brake
while a door is closing, you will hear
a beep until the door closes.
If you shif t out of Neutral or release
the brake pedal or the parking brake
while a door is opening, you will hear
a continuous tone and the door will
stop moving. Stop the vehicle and
close the door. To open the door with the inside
door handle, pull the handle
backward. Push it f orward to close
the door. If you pull backward or
push f orward on the door handle
while a door is opening or closing,
the door stops moving. Pull
backward or push f orward to open or
close the door f ully.
To open or close the door with the
outside door handle, pull the door
handle. If you pull the door handle
while a door is opening or closing,
the door stops moving. If you pull the
door handle again, the door will open
f ully.
The dashboard switches to the lef t
of the steering column allow you to
open or close the power sliding doors.
The MAIN switch on the dashboard
controls power to the sliding doors.
Sliding Doors
Door Handles
Dashboard Switches
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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POWER SLIDING DOOR MAIN SWITCH
POWER SLIDING
DOOR SWITCHES

Check the brakes after driving
through deep water. Apply the
brakes moderately to see if they f eel
normal. If not, apply them gently and
f requently until they do. Be extra
cautious in your driving.
The hydraulic system that operates
the brakes has two separate circuits.
Each circuit works diagonally across
the vehicle (the lef t-f ront brake is
connected with the right-rear brake,
etc.). If one circuit should develop a
problem, you will still have braking
at two wheels.If the brake pads need replacing, you
will hear a distinctive, metallic
screeching sound when you apply
the brake pedal. If you do not have
the brake pads replaced, they will
screech all the time. It is normal f or
the brakes to occasionally squeal or
squeak when you apply them.
Your vehicle is equipped with disc
brakes at all f our wheels. A power
assist helps reduce the ef f ort needed
on the brake pedal. The anti-lock
brake system (ABS) helps you retain
steering control when braking very
hard.
Constant application of the brakes
when going down a long hill builds
up heat and reduces their ef f ective-
ness. Use the engine to assist the
brakes by taking your f oot of f the
accelerator and downshif ting to a
lower gear. Resting your f oot on the pedal keeps
the brakes applied lightly, builds up
heat, and reduces their ef f ectiveness.
It also keeps your brake lights on all
the time, conf using drivers behind
you.
Braking System
Braking System Design
Brake Wear Indicators
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Number of
Occupants 1
2
3
4
5
6
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8 Equipped with transmission cooler
and power steering fluid cooler 3,500 lbs (1,580 kg)
3,350 lbs (1,520 kg)
3,200 lbs (1,450 kg)
3,050 lbs (1,380 kg)
2,900 lbs (1,310 kg)
2,750 lbs (1,250 kg)
2,600 lbs (1,180 kg) 1,550 lbs (700 kg) 650 lbs (290 kg)
Including driver. Based on 150 lbs (70 kg)
per occupant.
See page for information about fluid
coolers.
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LX, EX and EX-L models
Touring model
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To achieve a proper tongue load,
start by loading 60 percent of the
load toward the front of the trailer
and 40 percent toward the rear, then
re-adjust the load as needed. The maximum allowable weight of
the vehicle, all occupants, all cargo,
and the tongue load is 5,952 lbs
(2,700 kg).2,833 lbs (1,285 kg) on the f ront
axle, and 3,197 lbs (1,450 kg) on
the rear axle.
2,877 lbs (1,305 kg) on the f ront
axle, and 3,197 lbs (1,450 kg) on
the rear axle.
The maximum allowable weight of
the f ully loaded vehicle and trailer
is 8,410 lbs (3,815 kg) (see page
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The maximum allowable weight of
the vehicle, all occupants, all cargo,
and the tongue load must not
exceed:
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On all models except U.S. Touring model
On U.S. Touring model
Towing a Trailer
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
(GVWR): Gross Combined Weight Rating
(GCWR): Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GA WR):
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If you choose electric brakes, be
sure they are electrically actuated.
Do not attempt to tap into your
vehicle’s hydraulic system. No
matter how successf ul it may seem,
any attempt to attach trailer brakes
to your vehicle’s hydraulic system
will lower braking ef f ectiveness and
create a potential hazard.Trailer lights and equipment must
comply with f ederal, state, province,
and local regulations. Check the
requirements f or the areas where
you plan to tow, and use only
equipment designed f or your vehicle.
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.
To help prevent overheating, a
transmission f luid cooler and a
power steering f luid cooler are
required f or trailer towing. These
coolers are available only f rom your
Honda dealer. Honda recommends that any trailer
having a total weight of 1,000 lbs
(450 kg) or more be equipped with
its own electric or surge-type brakes.
Seeyourtrailerdealerformore
inf ormation on installing electric
brakes.
Towing a Trailer
Trailer Brakes
Trailer Lights
Sway Cont rol
T ransmission Fluid Cooler andPower St eering Fluid Cooler
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