2008 HONDA ODYSSEY remote control

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Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Ref er to the navigation system manual. To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
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POWER TAILGATE
SWITCH
PARKING SENSOR
SYSTEM SWITCH MOONROOF
SWITCH
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) OFF
SWITCH PEDAL POSITION
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS
CLOCK
PASSENGER
AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
POWER SLIDING
DOOR SWITCH
/ CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
BUTTON
HORN
(P.82) (P.
35)
NAVIGATION
SYSTEM
BUTTONS
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) OFF
SWITCH
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROL BUTTONS
MULTI-INFORMATION
BUTTONS
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT
LIGHT
CONTROL
SWITCH
REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/
FOG LIGHTS
AUDIO SYSTEM/
REAR
ENTERTAINMENT
SYSTEM
(P
.193)
(P .162)
(P.189)
(P .158)
(P .387)
(P .352)
(P.387)
(P .282) BLUETOOTH
HANDSFREELINKBUTTONS
(P.326)
(P.141)(P
.135, 138) (P.
134 )
(P. 135 )
(P .319)
(P. 281 )
(P. 140 )
(P. 140 )
(P .221, 285)
(P
.205)
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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 .64
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Instrument Panel .65
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Instrument Panel Indicators .67
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Gauges .77
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Multi-Inf ormation Display .81
Controls Near the Steering
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Wheel .133 Windshield Wipers and
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Washers .134
Rear Window Wiper and
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Washer .135
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Turn Signal and Headlights . 135
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 139
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Hazard Warning Button . 140
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Rear Window Def ogger . 140
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Steering Wheel Adjustment . 141
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Keys and Locks .142
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Immobilizer System .143
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Ignition Switch .144
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Remote Transmitter .145
Opening or Closing the Power .........................
Sliding Doors .148
Opening or Closing the Power ..................................
Tailgate .148
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Door Locks .151
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Power Door Locks . 151
Auto Door Locking/ ..............................
Unlocking .152
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Childproof Door Locks . 157
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Tailgate .157
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Power Tailgate .158
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Sliding Doors .161
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Seats .167 ..................................
Seat Heaters .183
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System .184
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Power Windows .186
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Moonroof .189
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Mirrors .190
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Parking Brake .192
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Adjustable Driver’s Foot Pedals . 193
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Interior Convenience Items . 194
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Retractable Center Tray . 195
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Beverage Holders .195
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Integrated Sunshade . 197
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Sunglasses Holder .197
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Conversation Mirror . 198
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Sun Visor .198
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Vanity Mirror .199
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Rear Compartment . 199
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Second Row Console . 199
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In-Floor Storage Area . 200
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Glove Boxes .201
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Center Pocket .202
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Coin Pocket .202
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Accessory Power Sockets . 203
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AC Power Outlet .203
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Interior Lights .205
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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The multi-inf ormation display in the
instrument panel displays various
inf ormation and messages when the
ignition switch is in the ON (II)
position. Some of the messages help
you operate your vehicle more
comf ortably.
Others help to keep you aware of the
periodic maintenance your vehicle
needs f or continued trouble-f ree
driving.
You can also customize some vehicle
control settings to your liking with
the multi-inf ormation display and the
two buttons on the steering wheel
(see page ).When you unlock and open the
driver’s door with the remote
transmitter, the display shows
‘‘Welcome DRIVER 1’’ or ‘‘Welcome
DRIVER 2’’ depending on which
remote transmitter you use. The
driver’s ‘‘ID’’ is detected by the
transmitter. For more information
about driver’s ‘‘ID’’, see page .If you use the key to unlock the
driver’s door, the display only shows
‘‘Welcome.’’ This means the system
cannot recognize either ‘‘DRIVER 1’’
or ‘‘DRIVER 2.’’ In this case, you
cannot use the customized settings
on the multi-information display (see
page ).
When you turn the ignition switch to
the ACCESSORY (I) position, the
display shows ‘‘Goodbye.’’
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On Touring models onlyNormal Display Messages
Multi-Inf ormation Display
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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With the ignition switch in the ON
(II) position, press and hold the
INFO button for more than 3
seconds. ‘‘CUSTOMIZE ENTRY’’
appears on the multi-inf ormation
display.
You can customize some vehicle
control settings f or ‘‘DRIVER 1’’ and
‘‘DRIVER 2’’ separately.
To have the driver’s ID detected,
make sure you use your transmitter
to unlock the driver’s door.
If you use the key to unlock the
driver’s door, the system cannot
recognize either ‘‘DRIVER 1’’ or
‘‘DRIVER 2.’’ In this case, when you
try to enter the customizing mode,
‘‘DRIVER UNKNOWN
CUSTOMIZE IMPOSSIBLE’’ will be
displayed, and you cannot customize
the settings.Ref er to the table on the f ollowing
pages about the settings you want to
customize. UsetheINFObuttononthesteering
wheel to see the settings, and the
SEL/RESET button to enter your
selections. If you want the settings as they were
when the vehicle lef t the f actory,
select ‘‘DEFAULT ALL,’’ as
described on pag
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If you want to change any vehicle
control settings, select ‘‘CHANGE
SETTING,’’ and f ollow the
instructions on page . The f irst customizing menu is:
CHANGE SETTING
DEFAULT ALL
You cannot customize the settings
under these conditions:
If you turn the ignition switch to
the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK
(0) position.
If you move the shif t lever out of
Park.
You can cancel each custom setting
(Driver 1, Driver 2). Press and hold
the LOCK and SLIDING DOOR
button (passenger’s side) at the
same time until the LED in the
remote transmitter will blink twice.
At this time, the custom setting is
changed to the def ault setting. To
activate each custom setting (Driver
1, Driver 2), repeat this procedure.
The LED will blink f or 1 second to
indicate the custom setting has been
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Customized Settings
Multi-Inf ormation Display
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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POWER TAILGATE
SWITCH HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
PARKING SENSOR
SYSTEM SWITCH WINDSHIELD WIPERS/WASHERS
REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
POWER SLIDING DOOR
SWITCH
MOONROOF SWITCH
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROL BUTTONS
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) OFF
SWITCH PEDAL POSITION
ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
PASSENGER
AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
LIGHT CONTROL
SWITCH
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT (P.82) (P.
35)
VEHICLE STABILITY
ASSIST (VSA) OFF
SWITCH NAVIGATION
SYSTEM
BUTTONS
HORN
MULTI-INFORMATION
BUTTONS CLOCK
AUDIO SYSTEM/
REAR
ENTERTAINMENT
SYSTEM
HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNAL/
FOG LIGHTS
(P .193)
(P.162)
(P .189)
(P .282)
(P.158)/
(P .387)
(P .352)
(P.387) BLUETOOTH
HANDSFREELINKBUTTONS
(P
.326) (P.141)
(P
.135, 138) (P
.134)
(P .135)
(P.319 )
(P. 281 )
(P. 140 )
(P .221, 285)
(P .205)
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER BUTTON
(P.140)
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Avoid dropping or throwing the
transmitter.
Protect the transmitter from
extreme temperature.
Do not immerse the transmitter in
any liquid.
If you lose a transmitter, the
replacement needs to be
reprogrammed by your dealer.
Each remote transmitter activates
the driver’s seat position memory
system (see page ) and
customized vehicle control settings
(see page ). When you open the
driver’s door af ter unlocking it with
the remote transmitter, the driver’s
seat and outside mirrors move to the
positions stored in memory. You will
hear two beeps when the movement is completed.
You can turn off this system
activation with the remote
transmitter. Press and hold the
LOCK and UNLOCK buttons at the
same time. The LED in the remote
transmitter will blink twice. Then
release the buttons, and press the
LOCK or UNLOCK button. The driving position memory
activation (Driver 1, Driver 2) is
shownonthebackof each
transmitter. Make sure you store
your seat and outside mirror
positions in the memory that is
activated by the transmitter you
normally carry.
To turn the keyless memory settings
back on, repeat this procedure. The
LED will come on f or 1 second to
indicate the feature has been turned
on.
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On Touring models only
Recalling a Memorized Seat
Position
Remote Transmitter Care
Remote Transmitter
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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With Driver 2
With Driver 1
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Turn on the f ront and rear individual
map lights by pushing the lens of
each light. Push the lens again to
turn it of f . You can also operate
these lights with the light control
switch (see page ).
After all doors are closed tightly, the
light(s) dims slightly, then f ades out
in about 30 seconds.
With the light control switch in the
door activated position, all the
individual map lights come on when
you unlock the door with the remote
transmitter (see page ).
With any door lef t open, the lights
stay on about 3 minutes, then go out.
You can change the ‘‘INTERIOR
LIGHT DIMMING TIME’’ setting on
the multi-information display (see
page ).
All the individual map lights come
onandstayonaslongasthe
switch remains in the ON position.
On Touring models
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When the switch is in the ON position:Individual Map L ights
Interior Lights
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The heating and air conditioning
system in your vehicle provides a
comf ortable driving environment in
all weather conditions.
The standard audio system has
many f eatures. This section
describes those f eatures and how to
use them. (If you have an optional
audio system, ref er to the operating
instructions that came with it.)
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio
system that requires a code number
to enable it.
The security system helps to
discourage vandalism and thef t of
your vehicle.
Theclimatecontrolsystemandthe
audio system have a voice control
feature. Refer to the navigation
system manual f or more inf ormation..............
Vents, Heating, and A/C . 210
Using Automatic Climate ...................................
Control .215
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Using the Rear A/C Unit . 216
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Climate Control Sensors . 220
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Audio System .221
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Playing the AM/FM Radio . 222
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Playing a Disc .226
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Disc Player Error Messages . 233
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Playing the AM/FM Radio . 234
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Playing the XM
Satellite Radio . 238
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Playing Discs .244
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Disc Changer Error Messages . 251
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Playing the AM/FM Radio . 252
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Playing the XM
Satellite Radio . 257
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Playing Discs .263
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Disc Changer Error Messages . 271
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Protecting Your Discs . 272
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AM/FM Radio Reception . 275
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Playing a Tape .277
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Setting the Clock .281
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Remote Audio Controls . 282......................
Auxiliary Input Jack .283
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Radio Thef t Protection . 284
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Rear Entertainment System . 285
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Security System .318
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Cruise Control .319
HomeLink
Universal ................................
Transceiver .322
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Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink. 325
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Parking Sensor System .352
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Reaview Camera and Monitor .356
LX and Canadian DX models
EX and EX-L models without navigation system
Models with navigation system
On vehicles with navigation system
Features
Features
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