2011 HONDA ODYSSEY battery

When you receive an incoming call,
you will see the f ollowing displays
and notif ications.Some phones may send battery,
signal strength, and roaming status
inf ormation to the screen.Display
Bluetooth
HandsFreeL ink
(Models without navigation system)
Features
497
U.S. model is shown. CALL NAME PHONE DIALINGBATTERY LEVEL STATUS
BLUETOOTH INDICATOR
SIGNAL STRENGTH ROAM STATUS
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Up to six phones can be paired.
Your phone’s battery may drain
f aster when it is paired to HFL. You cannot pair your phone while
the vehicle is moving.Select ‘‘Connection’’ f rom the
Phone Setup screen.
Select ‘‘Bluetooth PIN.’’The def ault Bluetooth PIN
‘‘0000’’ is used until you change the
setting.
For a randomly generated Bluetooth
PIN each time you pair a phone,
select ‘‘Random PIN.’’ To create your own Bluetooth PIN,
select ‘‘Fixed PIN’’ and f ollow steps 3
and 4.
Enter a new Bluetooth PIN. Delete the current Bluetooth PIN.
3.
1.
2.
4.
To change the Bluetooth PIN setting:
Phone pairing t ips
Bluetooth
HandsFreeL ink
(Models without navigation system)
504
NOTE:
Example
Push the SELECT to delete.
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When you receive an incoming call,
you will see the f ollowing displays
and notif ications.
You will see ‘‘HANDSFREELINK’’
on the audio display while HFL is in
use.Some phones may send battery,
signal strength, and roaming status
inf ormation to the screen.
On the navigation screen:
On the Phone screen:DisplayBluetooth
HandsFreeL ink
(Models with navigation system)
518
U.S. model is shown. BATTERY LEVEL STATUS
BLUETOOTH INDICATOR
CALL NAME PHONE DIALING ROAM STATUS SIGNAL STRENGTH
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To change the pass-key setting:
Select ‘‘Connection’’ f rom the
Phone Setup screen.
Select ‘‘Pass-key.’’The def ault pass-key ‘‘0000’’
is used until you change the setting.
For a randomly generated pass-key
each time you pair a phone, select
‘‘Random.’’
Up to six phones can be paired.
Your phone’s battery may drain
f aster when it is paired to HFL. You cannot pair your phone while
the vehicle is moving.
Select one of the six entries on the
list. Make sure your phone is set
to discoverable or visibility is ON.
Followsteps2through7fromthe
previous page. 1.
2.
4.
5.
Bluetooth
HandsFreeL ink
(Models with navigation system)
Phone pairing t ips
Features
525
NOTE:
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µ
Apply the parking brake.
In cold weather, turn of f all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.
Make sure the shif t lever is in
Park. Press on the brake pedal.
Your vehicle’s starter system has an
auto control mode. When you turn
the ignition switch to the START
(III) position, this f eature keeps the
engine’s starter motor running until
the engine starts. Follow these
instructions to start the engine:
Without touching the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition switch to
the START (III) position, then
release the ignition switch. You do
not need to hold the ignition
switch in the START (III) position
to start the engine. The starter
motor runs until the engine starts
or a maximum of 10 25 seconds
depending on engine coolant
temperature.
If the engine does not start, wait at
least 10 seconds bef ore trying
again.
1.
2.
3. 4.
Starting the Engine
Driving
559
Immobilizer System
The engine is harder to start in cold
weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at
altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400
meters) adds to this problem. T he immobilizer system protects your
vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly
coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s f uel system is disabled. See
on page .145
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This section explains why it is
important to keep your vehicle well
maintained and how to f ollow basic
maintenance saf ety precautions.
If you have the skills and tools to
perf orm more complex maintenance
tasks on your vehicle, you may want
to purchase the service manual. See
page f or inf ormation on how to
obtain a copy, or see your dealer.U.S. Vehicles:
This section also includes
instructions on how to read the
Maintenance Minder messages on
the inf ormation display or multi-
inf ormation display (depending on
models), and instructions f or simple
maintenance tasks you may want to
take care of yourself . ......................
Maintenance Saf ety .598
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Maintenance Minder . 599
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Fluid Locations .613
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Adding Engine Oil .614
Changing the Engine Oil and ...........................................
Filter .616
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Engine Coolant .618
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Windshield Washers .620
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Automatic Transmission Fluid . 621
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Brake Fluid .623
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Power Steering Fluid . 624
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Timing Belt .624
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Lights .625
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Cleaning the Seat Belts . 636
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Dust and Pollen Filter . 636
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Floor Mats .637
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Wiper Blades .638
...........................................
Wheels .642
...............................................
Tires .642
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Checking the Battery . 649
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Vehicle Storage .651
..................................
Interior Care .652
707
Maintenance
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.
Maint enance
597
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To eliminate potential hazards, read
the instructions bef ore you begin,
and make sure you have the tools
and skills required.Do
not run the engine unless
instructed to do so.
Some of the most important saf ety
precautions are given here. However,
we cannot warn you of every
conceivable hazard that can arise in
perf orming maintenance. Only you
can decide whether or not you
should perf orm a given task.
Make sure your vehicle is parked
on level ground, the parking brake
is set, and the engine is of f .
To clean parts, use a commercially
available degreaser or parts
cleaner, not gasoline.
To reduce the possibility of f ire or
explosion, keep cigarettes, sparks,
and flames away from the battery
and all f uel-related parts.
Wear eye protection and
protective clothing when working
with the battery or compressed air.
All service items not detailed in this
section should be perf ormed by a
certif ied technician or other qualif ied
mechanic.
Let the
engine and exhaust system cool
down bef ore touching any parts. Be sure there is
adequate ventilation whenever you
operate the engine.Maintenance Saf etyImportant Saf ety Precautions Injury f rom moving parts.
Burns f rom hot parts. Carbon Monoxide poison f rom
engine exhaust.
Potential Vehicle Hazards598
Failure to properly follow
maintenance instructions and
precautions can cause you to
be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the procedures
and precautions in this owner’s
manual.
Improperly maintaining this
vehicle, or failing to correct a
problem before driving can
cause a crash in which you can
be seriously hurt or killed.
Always follow the inspection
and maintenance
recommendations and
schedules in this owner’s
manual.
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The sensor on the negative terminal
monitors your vehicle’s battery
condition.
If there is a problem with the sensor,
you will see a ‘‘CHECK BATT
SENSOR’’ message on the
inf ormation display. Have the vehicle
checked by your dealer.
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Except Touring modelsTires, Checking the BatteryChecking the Battery
Maint enance
649
Using the wrong chains, or not
properly installing chains, can
damage the brake lines and
cause a crash in which you can
be seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding the
selection and use of tire chains.Traction devices that are the wrong
size or improperly installed can
damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop
driving if they are hitting any part of
the vehicle.
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