2008 HONDA ODYSSEY parking sensors

If there is a problem with the
parking sensor system, the multi-
inf ormation display shows a
‘‘CHECK PARKING SENSOR
SYSTEM’’ message. See pagef or more inf ormation.
If there is a problem in the anti-lock
brake system (ABS), you will see
‘‘CHECKABSSYSTEM’’onthe
multi-inf ormation display. If you see
this message, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer (see page ). If there is a problem with your f ront
airbags, side airbags, passenger’s
side airbag automatic cutoff system,
automatic seat belt tensioners, side
curtain airbags, driver’s seat position
sensor, or the f ront passenger’s
weight sensors, you will see
‘‘CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM’’ on the
multi-inf ormation display. Take your
vehicle to a dealer as soon as
possible(seepage ).
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Multi-Inf ormation Display
Check Parking Sensor Syst em
Check A irbag Syst em
Check A BS Syst em
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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
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All obstacles may not always be
sensed. Even when the system is on,
you should look f or obstacles near
yourvehicletomakesureitissafeto
park.
Your vehicle has a parking sensor
system. The system lets you know
theapproximatedistancebetween
your vehicle and most obstacles
while you are parking. When the
system is on and your vehicle is
nearinganobstacle,youwillheara
beeper and see system messages on
the multi-information display.
To activate the system, push the
switch on the dashboard with the
ignition in the ON (II) position. The
indicator in the switch comes on
when the system is on. To turn the
system of f , push the switch again.The system has two front corner
sensors, two rear corner sensors,
and a rear center sensor.
The rear center sensors work when
the shif t lever is in reverse (R), and
the vehicle speed is less than 5 mph
(8 km/h).
The corner sensors work only when
the shif t lever is in any position other
than P and the vehicle speed is less
than 5 mph (8 km/h).
On Touring models
Parking Sensor System
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PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM SWITCH
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If the system develops a problem,
you will see a ‘‘CHECK PARKING
SENSOR SYSTEM’’ message on the
multi-inf ormation display, and a
beeper sounds continuously. Very
of ten, a sensor covered with mud, ice,
snow,etc.isthecauseof this
message. Check the sensors f irst. If
the message stays on or the beeper
does not stop, have the system
checked by your dealer.
Distance
Beeper Short beeps
Continuous
beeps
Very short beeps
Bottom
indicator stays on About 40-70 in
(1-1.8 m)
About 24-40 in
(0.6-1 m)
About 24 in
(0.6 m) or less
Bottom
indicator stays on Bottom
indicator stays on
Indicator
Rear Cent er Sensor Operat ion
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The range of the corner sensors and
the rear center sensor are limited.
Each corner sensor is capable of
sensing an obstacle only when your
vehicleis20in(50cm)orcloser.
The rear center sensor senses an
obstacle that is behind your vehicle
70 in (1.8 m) or closer.
Do not put any accessories on or
around the sensors.The system may not f unction
properly under these conditions:
The sensors are covered with
snow,ice,mud,etc.
When the vehicle is on a rough
road, on grass, or on a hill.
After the vehicle has been sitting
out in hot or cold weather. When the system is af f ected by
some electrical equipment or
devices generating an ultrasonic
wave.
When operating the vehicle in bad
weather.
The system may not sense thin or
low objects, or sonic-absorptive
materials such as snow, cotton, or
sponge.
The system cannot sense objects
directly under the bumper.
Canadian Owners: This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210. Operation issubject to the f ollowing two conditions:(1) this device may not causeinterf erence, and (2) this device mustaccept any interf erence that may causeundesired operation of the device.
Parking Sensor System
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Within about 20 in (50 cm) Within about 70 in (1.8 m)
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