2009 HONDA ODYSSEY low oil pressure

The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
Instrument Panel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
LX, EX, EX-L and Canadian DX models
65
HIGH BEAM
INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER
SYSTEM
INDICATOR
POWER SLIDING
DOOR INDICATOR
DOOR AND
TAILGATE OPEN
INDICATOR
CHARGING
SYSTEM
INDICATOR FUEL ECONOMY
INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION
INDICATOR
LAMP LOW TIRE PRESSURE
INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST
(VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE
SYSTEM (ABS)
INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL
INDICATOR
LOW FUEL INDICATOR
SEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS)
INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR SECURITY
SYSTEM
INDICATOR
(P.70)
(P.75)
(P.76) (P.34,67)
(P.75)(P.76)
(P.21,68)(P.35,68)
(P.74) (P.75)
(P.75)
(P.75)
(P.73)
(P.73)TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING
SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR
(P.73)
MAINTENANCE MINDER
INDICATOR DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
(DRL) INDICATOR VSA ACTIVATION
INDICATOR
POWER TAILGATE OPEN
INDICATOR
(P.74)
(P.70,394)
(P.67,479) (P.67,480)
LOW OIL PRESSURE
INDICATOR(P.67,479) (P.70,394)
(P.71,396)
(P.72,397)
(P.69,392)
(P.69,481)
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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
66
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.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.67,479)
(P.67,480)
(P.67,479) (P.70,394)
(P.70,394)
(P.71,399)
(P.69,392)
(P.69,481)
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If you see ‘‘CHECK CHARGING
SYSTEM’’ on the multi-inf ormation
display, it means the battery is not
being charged. See page f or
more inf ormation.
If the engine oil is very low or has
lost pressure, you will see ‘‘CHECK
ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ on the multi-
inf ormation display. You will also see
the low oil pressure indicator in the
instrument panel f lashing or staying
on. If you see this message, you
should take immediate action since
serious engine damage is possible.
Follow the procedure on page .
If there is a problem with the vehicle
stability assist (VSA) system, you
will see ‘‘CHECK VSA SYSTEM’’ on
the multi-information display. If you
see this message, have the VSA
system checked by your dealer (see
page ).
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Multi-Inf ormation Display
Check Charging Syst em
Check Engine Oil L evel
Check VSA Syst em
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U.S. Vehicles:
Youshouldcheckthefollowing
items at the specif ied intervals. If
you are unsure of how to perf orm
any check, turn to the appropriate
page listed. Lights Check the operation of
the headlights, parking lights,
taillights, high-mount brake light,
and license plate lights monthly.
See page .
Engine coolant level Check the
radiator reserve tank every time
you f ill the f uel tank. See page .
Engine oil level Check every
time you fill the fuel tank. See
page .
Automatic transmission Check
the f luid level monthly. See page .
Brakes Check the f luid level
monthly. See page .
Tires Check the tire pressure
monthly. Examine the tread f or
wear and foreign objects. See page .
According to state and federal
regulations, f ailure to perf orm
maintenance on the items marked
with will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all
maintenance services should be
perf ormed in accordance with the
intervals indicated by the odometer/
trip meter display or the multi-
inf ormation display.
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372
433 435 437
451
CONT INUED
Maintenance, replacement, or
repair of emissions control
devices and systems may be done
by any automotive repair
establishment or individual using
parts that are ‘‘certif ied’’ to EPA
standards. Owner’s Maintenance Checks
Maintenance Minder
Maint enance
423
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This section covers the more
common problems that motorists
experience with their vehicles. It
gives you inf ormation about how to
safely evaluate the problem and what
to do to correct it. If the problem has
stranded you on the side of the road,
you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also f ind instructions
on getting your vehicle towed................
Driving with a Flat Tire .462
..........
Michelin
PAXSystem .462
......................
Compact Spare Tire .465
....................
Changing a Flat Tire .466
.............
If the Engine Won’t Start .473
................................
Jump Starting .475
..............
If the Engine Overheats .477
.........
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .479
..........
Charging System Indicator .479
.......
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .480
...........................
Readiness Codes .480
...............
Brake System Indicator .481
..............................................
Fuses .482
..............................
Fuse Locations .485
......................
Emergency Towing .488
Taking Care of the Unexpected
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
461
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Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn of f the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(see on page).
This indicator should never come on
when the engine is running. If it
starts flashing or stays on, the oil
pressure has dropped very low or
lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
page ). If the charging system indicator
comes on brightly when the engine
is running, the battery is not being
charged.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
CHARGING SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
page ).
Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance.
Saf ely pull of f the road and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
1.
2.
3.
4. 88
88 371
426
488
On Touring models On Touring models
Emergency T owing
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
479
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.
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CONT INUED
Disc Brake Pad Wear...................................
Indicators .391
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil .429
Doors Auto Door Locking/ ..............................
Unlocking .152
............
Locking and Unlocking .151
..................
Lockout Prevention .151
..............
Manual Sliding Doors .161
........................
Open monitor .75,91
....................
Power Door Locks .151
.................
Power Sliding Doors .161
..........
DOT Tire Quality Grading .496
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety .5
...........................................
Driving .383
....................................
Economy .373
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System .184
..................
Dust and Pollen Filter .444
....................
DVD Error Message .314
...................................
DVD Player .285
..............................
Economy, Fuel .373..................................
Emergencies .461
.............
Battery, Jump Starting .475
...........
Brake System Indicator .481
................
Changing a Flat Tire .466
.....
Charging System Indicator .479
..................
Checking the Fuses .483
...........
Driving with a Flat Tire .457
.......
Hazard Warning Flashers .140
............................
Jump Starting .475
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .479
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp .480
..................
Overheated Engine .477
.......................................
Towing .488
.........................
Emergency Brake .192
....................
Emergency Flashers .140
......................
Emergency Towing .488
.......................
Emissions Controls .503
.............
Emissions Testing, State .506
Engine
....
Coolant Temperature Gauge .77
..............
Engine Speed Limiter .388
.........................
If It Won’t Start .473
Malf unction Indicator ................................
Lamp .67,480
........
Oil Pressure Indicator .67,479
..............
Oil, What Kind to Use .426 ...............................
Overheating .477
............................
Specif ications .494
.......................................
Starting .385
.
Evaporative Emissions Controls .503
...............................
Exhaust Fumes .60
Exhaust Gas Recirculation ........................................
System .504
Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat ........................................
Belts by .19
...................................
Fan, Interior .211
Features, Comfort and ..............................
Convenience .209
....................
Filling the Fuel Tank .369
Filters
..............
Dust and Pollen Filter .444
...............................................
Oil .428
...........
Flashers, Hazard Warning .140
...................
Flat Tire, Changing a .466
.............................
Floor Mats .176,444
.......................
Floor Storage Area .200
Index
E FINDEX
III
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CONT INUED
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Keys .142
.........
Important Safety Precautions .6
...................................
Indicators .65,66
......
ABS (Anti-lock Brake) .69,392
Brake (Parking and Brake
...........................
System) .69,481
................
Charging System .67,478
.............................
Cruise Control .75
DRL (Daytime Running .....................................
Lights) .73
Indicators .....................................
Fog Light .73
.............................
Fuel Economy .75
...................................
High Beam .73
.......
Key (Immobilizer System) .70
.....................................
Lights On .73
......................................
Low Fuel .74
................
Low Oil Pressure .67,479
......
Low Tire Pressure .71,396,399
..................
Maintenance Minder .76
.....................
Side Airbag Of f .35,68
.........................................
SRS .34,67
.........................
System Message .76
...........................
TPMS .72,397,400
Turn Signal and Hazard ...................................
Warning .72Vehicle Stability Assist
...............
(VSA
) System .70,394
............................
VSA Activation .70
..............................
Washer Level .74
..................
Individual Map Lights .206
...............................
Inf ant Restraint .43
......................................
Inf ant Seats .45
......
LATCH Anchorage System .48
...........................
Lower Anchors .48
..........
Tether Anchorage Points .54
...................
Inf lation, Proper Tire .451
...................
In-Floor Storage Area .200
.................................
Inside Mirror .190
.............................
Inspection, Tire .452
......................
Instrument Panel .4,133
......
Instrument Panel Brightness .139
....................
Integrated Sunshade .197
...............................
Interior Lights .205
........................................
Introduction .i
.................
Jacking up the Vehicle .468
.......................................
Jack, Tire .467
................................
Jump Starting .475.......................
Label, Certif ication .492
...............
Lane Change, Signaling .136
..................
Lap/Shoulder Belts .15,22
...........
LATCH Anchorage System .48
....................
Light Control Switch .205
Lights ....................
Bulb Replacement .437
.......................................
Indicator .73
.......................................
Interior .205
.......................................
Parking .135
................................
Turn Signal .136
............................
Load Limits .378,404
....
LOCK (Ignition Key Position) .144
Index
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INDEX
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