2009 HONDA ODYSSEY Rear light

The grocery bag hooks on the back
of the third row seats are designed
to hold plastic grocery bags
containing lightweight items. Heavy
objects may damage the hooks.
If you place items near the rear
windows, be sure they are below
the bottom of the windows. If
cargo is higher, it could interf ere
with proper operation of the side
curtain airbags.
If you carry any items on a roof
rack,besurethetotalweightof
the rack and the items does not
exceed 150 lb (68 kg).
If you use an accessory roof rack,
the roof rack weight limit may be
lower. Ref er to the inf ormation that
came with your roof rack.
Grocery Bag Hooks
Carrying Cargo
382
GROCERY BAG HOOKS
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Always use the parking brake when
you park your vehicle. Make sure
the parking brake is set f irmly, or
your vehicle may roll if it is parked
on an incline.
Set the parking brake bef ore you put
the transmission in Park. This keeps
the vehicle from moving and putting
pressure on the parking mechanism
in the transmission.If the vehicle is f acing uphill, turn
the front wheels away from the
curb.
If the vehicle is f acing downhill,
turn the front wheels toward the
curb.
Make sure the parking brake is
f ully released bef ore driving away.
Driving with the parking brake
partially set can overheat or
damage the rear brakes.
Make sure the moonroof (if
equipped) and the windows are
closed.
Never park over dry leaves, tall
grass, or other f lammable
materials. The hot three way
catalytic converter could cause
these materials to catch on fire.
Check the indicator on the
instrument panel to verif y that the
security system is set.
Lock the doors and the tailgate.
Place any packages, valuables, etc.
in the cargo area or take them
with you.
Turn of f the lights.
Parking T ips
Parking
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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.
Resting your f oot on the pedal keeps
the brakes applied lightly, builds up
heat, reduces their ef f ectiveness and
reduces brake pad lif e. In addition,
f uel economy can be reduced. It also
keeps your brake lights on all the
time, conf using drivers behind you.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.
All f our brakes have audible brake
wear indicators.
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.
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.
Check your brakes af ter 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 and alert in your driving.
Braking System
Braking System Design
Brake Pad Wear Indicators
Driving
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Open the tailgate.Install the rear light assembly in
the rear pillar. Tighten the two
bolts. Snap the bolt covers into
position.
Put the socket back into the light
assembly, and turn it clockwise to
lock it in place.
Testthelightstomakesurethe
new bulb is working.
Remove the two bolt covers on the
rear pillar by prying on the bottom
edge with a flat-tip screwdriver.
Remove the bolts with a Phillips-
head screwdriver, and remove the
light assembly f rom the rear pillar. Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
Remove the bulb by pulling it
straight out of its socket.
Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Determine which of the two bulbs
is burned out: turn signal or
brake/taillight.
2. 3.
5.6.
1. 4.7.
8.
Lights
Replacing Rear Bulbs (in Rear
Pillar)
Maint enance
441
COVER
BOLTS BULBS
SOCKETS
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Open the tailgate. Place a cloth on
the edge of the light assembly
cover. Remove the cover by
caref ully prying in the notch on its
middle edge with a f lat-tip
screwdriver.
Determine which of the two bulbs
is burned out: taillight or back-up
light.Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb straight
into the socket until it bottoms.Turn on the lights to make sure
the new bulb is working.
Reinstall the socket into the light
assembly by turning it clockwise
until it locks.
Reinstall the light assembly cover.
1.
2. 3.
4.5.
7.
6.
Lights
Replacing Rear Bulbs
(in Tailgate)
442
COVER
BULBS
SOCKETS
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If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than 1
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. 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.
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.
Vehicle Storage
Maint enance
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Circuits Protected
No. Amps. Circuits Protected No.
No.
CONT INUED
Circuits Protected
Circuits Protected
Amps.
Amps.
Amps.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12 Left Headlight Low
Rear Defroster Coil
Left Headlight High
Small Lights
Right Headlight High
Right Headlight Low
Back Up
FI ECU (PCM)
Condenser Fan
Not used
Cooling Fan
MG Clutch
1
2
3
4
5
6 40 A
40 A
40 A
20 A
20 A Not Used
Left Power Sliding Door
Right Power Sliding Door
Power Tailgate
Premium
AC Inverter 13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
7
8
9
10
11 Horn, Stop
Rear Defroster
Back Up, ACC
Hazard
VSA Motor
VSA
Option 1
Option 2
Heater Motor
Passenger’s Fuse Box
Battery
IG1 Main
Power Window Main
Fog Light
ACM
AS power Seat Slide
AS power Seat Recline
Rear Entertainment System
10 A
30 A
10 A
15 A
10 A
10 A
7.5 A 15 A
30 A
30 A
7.5 A 20 A
30 A
40 A
15 A
30 A
30 A
30 A
40 A
40 A
70 A
120 A 50 A
50 A
40 A
20 A
10 A
20 A
20 A
7.5 A
For some types
:
Fuse Locations
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
485
PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
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No. Amps. Amps. Circuits Protected Circuits Protected
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
32
33
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17 7.5 A
15 A
10 A
15 A
10 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
15 A
7.5 A 30 A
15 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A 15 A
15 A
10 A
7.5 A 10 A
7.5 A 20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
10 A
15 A
10 A
7.5 A
TPMS
IG Coil
Daytime Running Light
LAF
Radio
Interior Lights
Back Up
Not Used
Front Accessory Socket
OPDS
IG Wiper
Rear Accessory Socket
Left Power Sliding Door
Closer
Driver Power Seat Slide
Pedal Position Adjustment
Dr Power Seat Recline
Power Tailgate Closer IG ACG
IG Fuel Pump
IG Washer
IG Meter
IG SRS
IGP
Left Rear Power Window
Right Rear Power Window
Passenger’s Power Window
Driver’s Power Window
Moonroof
Not Used
IG HAC
IG SOL
ACC
HAC OP
For some types
:
Fuse Locations
486
Front
INTERIOR FUSE BOX
Driver’s Side
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