2011 HONDA ODYSSEY ABS

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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.
: If equipped
Instrument Panel
Instruments and Controls
LX, EX, EX-L models
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LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATORDAYTIME RUNNING
LIGHTS (DRL)
INDICATOR
SEAT BELT
REMINDER
INDICATOR
LOW FUEL
INDICATOR
STARTER SYSTEM INDICATOR
CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR VSA OFF INDICATOR VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP FUEL ECONOMY INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATOR
TIRE PRESSURE
MONITORING
SYSTEM (TPMS)
INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
DOOR and TAILGATE OPEN INDICATOR SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
PARKING SENSOR INDICATORS
POWER SLIDING DOOR INDICATOR POWER TAILGATE INDICATOR (P.71)
(P.75)
(P.69)
(P.69)
(P.69)
(P.72) (P.66)
(P.66)
(P.74) (P.75)
(P.487)
(P.75)
(P.66)
(P.76) (P.73)
(P.76)
(P.70)
(P. 75)
(P.75)
(P.73)
(P. 73)
(P.65) (P. 74)
(P.68)
(P.67)
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM (SRS) INDICATOR
(P.
67)
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.68)
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This indicator comes on f or several
seconds when you turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position. If it
comes on at any other time, it
indicates that the passenger’s side
airbag has automatically shut off.
For more inf ormation, see page .
You will also see a ‘‘PASSENGER
SIDE AIRBAG OFF’’ message on the
multi-inf ormation display (see page). You will also see a ‘‘CHECK ABS
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display (see page
).
This indicator normally comes on
f or a f ew seconds when you turn
the ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. If it comes on at any
other time, there is a problem with
theABS.If thishappens,have
your vehicle checked at a dealer.
With this indicator on, your
vehicle still has normal braking
ability but no anti-lock f unction.
For more inf ormation, see page
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On Touring models
On Touring models
Instrument Panel Indicators
Anti-lock Brake System
(A BS) Indicator
Side A irbag Of f
Indicator
68
Canada
U.S.
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If it takes several pushes on the
button to lock or unlock the doors
and the tailgate, replace the battery
as soon as possible.
Battery type: CR1616
To replace the battery: Remove the screw at the base of
the transmitter with a small
Phillips-head screwdriver. Inside the transmitter, separate
the inner cover f rom the keypad
by releasing the two tabs on the
cover. Separate the transmitter by prying
its middle seam with your
f ingernail.Be caref ul when removing
this screw as the head of the screw
can strip out. Remove the old battery, and insert
a new battery into the back of the
cover with the side f acing down.
An improperly disposed of battery
can hurt the environment.
Always conf irm local regulations
for battery disposal.
Install the parts in reverse order.
3. 4.
1. 2. 5.
CONT INUED
Replacing the Transmitter Battery
Remote Transmitter
Instruments and Controls
149
NOTE:
SCREWBATTERY
TAB
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Inside the transmitter, separate
the inner cover f rom the keypad
by releasing the two tabs on the
cover.
To replace the battery:
Remove the screw at the base of
the transmitter with a small
Phillips-head screwdriver.
Separate the transmitter by prying
its middle seam with your
f ingernail. Be caref ul when removing
this screw as the head of the screw
can strip out.
Avoid dropping or throwing the
transmitter.
Protect the transmitter from
extreme temperature.
Do not immerse the transmitter in
any liquid.
If you lose a transmitter, the
replacement needs to be
reprogrammed by your dealer.
Battery type: CR2025 If it takes several pushes on the
button to lock or unlock the doors
and the tailgate, replace the battery
as soon as possible. 3.
1.
2.
CONT INUED
Remote Transmitter
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Transmitter Battery
Instruments and Controls
153
NOTE:
SCREW BATTERY
TAB
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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.
Thesystemmaynotsensethinor
low objects, or sonic-absorptive
materials such as snow, cotton, or
sponge.
The system cannot sense objects
directly under the bumper.
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
vehicleis24in(60cm)orcloser.
The rear center sensor senses an
obstacle that is behind your vehicle
43 in (1.1 m) or closer.
CONT INUED
Parking Sensor System
Features
491
Within about 24 in (60 cm)
Within about 43 in (1.1 m)
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CONT INUED
Because the level of detergency and
additives in gasoline vary in the
market, Honda endorses the use of
‘‘TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline’’
where available to help maintain the
perf ormance and reliability of your
vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline
standard jointly established by
leading automotive manuf acturers to
meet the needs of today’s advanced
engines. Qualif ying gasoline retailers
will, in most cases, identif y their
gasoline as having met ‘‘TOP TIER
Detergent Gasoline’’ standards at the
retail location. This f uel is
guaranteed to contain the proper
level of detergent additives and be
f ree of metallic additives. The proper
level of detergent additives, and
absence of harmf ul metallic additives
in gasoline, help avoid build-up of
deposits in your engine and emission
control system.Park with the driver’s side closest
to the service station pump.
For f urther important f uel-related
inf ormation f or your vehicle, or
inf ormation on gasoline that does not
contain MMT, visit Owner Link at
. In Canada, visit
f or additional
inf ormation on gasoline. For more
inf ormation on top tier gasoline, visit
1.
owners.honda.comwww.honda.ca
www.toptiergas.com.
Fuel Recommendation, Service Station Procedures
Ref ueling
Bef ore Driving
541
Pull
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE
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This section gives you tips on
starting the engine under various
conditions, and how to operate the
automatic transmission. It also
includes important inf ormation on
parking your vehicle, the braking
system, the vehicle stability assist
(VSA
) system, the tire pressure
monitoring system (TPMS), and
f acts you need if you are planning to
tow a trailer. ........................
Preparing to Drive .558
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Starting the Engine .559
Check Starter System .................................
Message .560
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Automatic Transmission . 561
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Parking .566
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Braking System .567
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Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) . 568
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
),
aka Electronic Stability ........
Control (ESC), System . 570
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ......................................
(TPMS) .572
Blind Spot Inf ormation System ...........................................
(BSI) .579
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Towing a Trailer .588
...................
Towing Your Vehicle . 595
Driving
Driving
557
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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.
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 emergency
brake assist system increases the
stopping f orce when you depress the
brake pedal hard in an emergency
situation. 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.
Braking System
Braking System Design
Brake Pad Wear Indicators
Driving
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