2008 HONDA ODYSSEY Fog light

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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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ÎThe U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
Instrument Panel
T ouring models
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SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATORDOOR AND TAILGATE
OPEN INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM
INDICATOR SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
(P. 76)
(P.21, 68)
(P
.35, 68) (P
.75)
(P.
75)
(P
.70)
(P
.70)
(P.70)
(P .76)
FUEL ECONOMY
INDICATOR
(P
.75)
MALFUNCTION
INDICATOR LAMP LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
(ABS) INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR (P
.75)
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
FOG LIGHT INDICATOR IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
SYSTEM MESSAGE
INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR LOW FUEL
INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
(SRS) INDICATOR (P.
74)
(P .34, 67)
(P
.73)
(P .73)
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL)
INDICATOR (P.73) (P
.73) LOW TIRE PRESSURE/TPMS
INDICATOR
VSA ACTIVATION
INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA) SYSTEM
INDICATOR
(P .67, 472)
(P .67, 471) (P
.71, 391)
(P.69, 384)
(P .69, 473)
(P
.67, 471)
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If you see a ‘‘CHECK DRL
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display, there is a
problem in the high beam headlight’s
circuit. Take your vehicle to a dealer
to have it checked (see page ).
This indicator comes on with the
high beam headlights. For more
inf ormation, see page .
This indicator also comes on with
reduced brightness when the
daytime running lights (DRL) are on
(see page ).
This indicator comes on when you
turn on the fog lights. See pagef or inf ormation on f og light
operation.
If this indicator comes on when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position and the parking brake is
released, it means there is a problem
in the high beam headlight’s circuit.
Have your vehicle checked by your
dealer.
This indicator reminds you that the
exterior lights are on. It comes on
when the light switch is in either the
or position. If you turn the
ignition switch to the ACCESSORY
(I) or the LOCK (0) position without
turning of f the light switch, this
indicator will remain on. A reminder
chime will also sound when you open
the driver’s door and remove the key
from the ignition switch.
On Touring models, this indicator
also comes on when the light switch
is in AUTO and the lights turn on
automatically. 89
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On Touring model
On Touring models
Instrument Panel Indicators
Daytime Running L ights
Indicator High Beam Indicator
Fog L ight Indicator
Lights On Indicator
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL)
INDICATOR
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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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To turn on the rear window wiper,
rotate the switch clockwise to ON.
It operates intermittently. Turn signal
Of f
Parking and indicator lights
AUTO (Touring models only)
Headlights on
High beams
Flashhighbeams
Fog lights of f (Touring models
only)
Fog lights on (Touring models
only)
OFF Hold past ON to turn the window
wiper on and the window washer
on. When you shif t the transmission to
the reverse position with the f ront
windshield wipers activated, the rear
window wiper operates automatically.
When the wiper control lever is
positioned as f ollows:
The rear window wiper
operates intermittently.
The rear window wiper
operates continuously.
Rotate the switch
counterclockwise to spray the
window washer. 7.
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4. Turn Signal and Headlights
Rear Window Wiper and Washer
INT
LO or HI
Windshield Wipers and Washers, Turn Signal and Headlights
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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ÎIf you unlock the door, but do not
open it within 15 seconds, the lights
go of f . With the driver’s door open,
you will hear a lights-on reminder
chime. The lights turn on again when you
unlock or open the driver’s door.
On the Touring models, this time is
changeable. See page f or how to
select and set the time.
This turns of f the headlights,
parking lights, taillights, side marker
lights, license plate lights, and
instrument panel lights within 15
seconds of removing the key f rom
the ignition switch and closing the
driver’s door.
This feature activates if you leave
the headlight switch in the or
position, remove the key, then
open and close the driver’s door.
If you remove the key f rom the
ignition switch with the headlight
switch on, but do not open the door
and get out, the lights turn off after
10 minutes.
Turn the f og lights on and of f by
turning the switch next to the
headlight switch.
You can use the f og lights only when
the headlights are on low beam.
They will go of f when the headlights
are turned of f .
With the headlight switch off, the
high beam headlights and the high
beam indicator come on with
reduced brightness when you turn
the ignition switch to the ON (II)
position and release the parking
brake. They remain on until you turn
the ignition switch of f , even if you
set the parking brake.
The headlights revert to normal
operation when you turn them on
with the switch.
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On EX, EX-L and Touring models only
On Touring models
Automatic Lighting Of f Feature
Fog Lights
Daytime Running L ights
Headlights
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The def ogger wires on the inside of
the rear window can be accidentally
damaged. When cleaning the glass,
always wipe side-to-side. Make sure the rear window is clear
and you have good visibility bef ore
starting to drive.
The rear window def ogger will clear
fog, frost, and thin ice from the
window. Push the def ogger button to
turn it on and off. The indicator in
the button comes on to show the
def ogger is on. It shuts of f when you
turn of f the ignition. You have to
turn the def ogger on again when you
restart the vehicle.
Push the button between the center
vents to turn on the hazard warning
lights (f our-way f lashers). This
causes all outside turn signals and
both indicators in the instrument
panel to f lash. Use the hazard
warning lights if you need to park in
a dangerous area near heavy traffic,
or if your vehicle is disabled. Hazard Warning Button Rear Window Def ogger
Hazard Warning Button, Rear Window Def ogger
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EX, EX-L and Touring models
LX and Canadian DX models
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Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by pushing on the
tab and pulling the connector
down.
Remove the bulb f rom the f og
light assembly by turning it one-
quarter turn counterclockwise.Push the electrical connector onto
the new bulb.
Turn on the f og lights to test the
new bulb. Insert the new bulb into the
assembly and turn it one-quarter
turn clockwise to lock it in place.
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to
remove the screw.
Remove the f og light assembly
f rom the bumper by pulling its
inner edge f irst, then the whole
assembly out of the bumper. Reinstall the f og light assembly,
then tighten the screw.
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8.
Touring models only
Lights
ReplacingaFogLightBulb
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TAB
BULB
CONNECTOR
SCREW
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil,
perspiration, or a scratch on the glass
can cause the bulb to overheat and
shatter.
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