2012 HONDA ODYSSEY latch

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuRear Seats
Controls
■
To return the seat to the upright position:
1.Grab the handle from outside.
Pull up the folded seat and pivot it forward.
2.The front leg automatically latches.
Pull the strap to put the seat-back(s)
upright.
1To return the seat to the upright position
Make sure the seat is latched before driving.
Handle
Straps

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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
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Controls
Interior Convenience Items
Pull the handle to open the glove box. You
can lock the glove box with the master key.
Pull up on the lever to open the console
compartment.■
Removing the center console
Pull up the handle on the front lower side and
unlock the console from the floor. Raise it
forward to remove.
■
Glove Box
1Glove Box
3
WARNING
An open glove box can cause serious injury
to your passenger in a crash, even if the
passenger is wearing the seat belt.
Always keep the glove box closed while
driving.
■
Removable Center Console
*
1Removable Center Console
When you reinstall the center console, place the rear
side on the floor first, and align the marks on the
sides with the marks on the floor. Push the center
console down and lock it. Make sure it is securely
latched before driving.
Marks
Handle
Lever
* Not available on all models

uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
180Controls
To open the sunglasses holder, push and
release the indent. To close, push it again until
it latches.
You can store eyeglasses and other small
items in this holder.■
Conversation mirror
*
The sunglasses holder comes with a mirror.
Open the sunglasses holder fully, then push it
back to the first detent. You can use the
mirror to view the rear seats.
■
Sunglasses Holder
1Sunglasses Holder
Keep the holder closed while driving except when
accessing stored items.
Push
* Not available on all models

uuRear Entertainment System
*uOperating the System
242Features
Pull down the screen to the first or second
detent until it latches.
Operating the SystemTo operate the system, turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
or ACCESSORY
(q
. Press
the button to turn on the system (indicator on).
■
button on the front panel
When you press the button (indicator
on), the beeper sounds three times, and the
front display changes to what is displayed on
the rear overhead screen.
The audio from the front speakers switches to
the audio played in the rear.
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Overhead Screen
1 Overhead Screen
NOTICEThis vehicle’s overhead mounted video display, if so
equipped, includes mercury-containing components.
Upon removal, please reuse, recycle, or dispose of as
hazardous waste.
You can use the rear control panel as a remote. Press
the lock tab to detach it.
Overhead
Screen
1 Operation the System
If you do not operate the system from the front panel
for more than 20 seconds, the indicator in the
button goes off, and the front display returns to what
has previously been displayed.
REAR POWER
ButtonREAR SOURCE
Button

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uuMaintenance Under the HooduOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1.Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2.Pull the hood release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
uThe hood will pop up slightly.
3.Slide the hood latch lever in the center of
the hood to release the lock mechanism,
and open the hood.
4.Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.
1Opening the Hood
NOTICEDo not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised.
The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage
either the hood or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifting the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
Support Rod
Grip
Clamp

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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes FlatChanging a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1.Park the vehicle on firm, level, and non-slippery ground.
2.Put the shift lever in
(P
.
3.Set the parking brake.
4.Turn on the hazard warning lights and turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0
.
1Changing a Flat Tire
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model.
Do not use them with another vehicle.
Do not use another type of compact spare tire or
wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairing agent on a flat tire,
as it can damage the tire pressure sensor.
U.S. models only

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Index
Instrument Panel........................................ 71
Brightness Control .................................. 147
Integrated Sunshades.............................. 182
Interior Lights........................................... 169
Interior Rearview Mirror......................... 152JJack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 394
Jump Starting........................................... 401KKey Number Tag...................................... 111
Keyless Lockout Prevention..................... 113
Keys........................................................... 110
Lockout Prevention ................................. 113
Master Keys ............................................ 110
Number Tag............................................ 111
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 115
Remote Transmitter ................................ 112
Types and Functions................................ 110
Valet Key ................................................ 111
Won’t Turn ............................................... 21
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission)...... 300LLanguage (HFL)........................................ 260
LATCH (Child Seats)................................... 59
Lights................................................ 142, 355
Automatic............................................... 143Bulb Replacement .................................... 355
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 144
Fog Lights ................................................ 144
High Beam Indicator .................................. 79
Interior .................................................... 169
Light Switches ......................................... 142
Lights On Indicator .................................... 79
Turn Signals ............................................. 142
Load Limits................................................ 289
Locking/Unlocking.................................... 110
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 116
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 115
From Inside .............................................. 114
From Outside ........................................... 112
Keys ........................................................ 110
Using a Key ............................................. 113
Lockout Prevention System...................... 113
Low Battery Charge.................................. 406
Low Fuel Indicator...................................... 75
Low Oil Pressure Indicator................. 72, 406
Lower Anchors............................................ 59
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)............. 289
MMaintenance............................................. 331
Battery .................................................... 379
Brake Fluid .............................................. 353
Cleaning .................................................. 385
Climate Control System ........................... 384
Coolant ................................................... 350Heating and Cooling System ................... 384
Maintenance Minder™ ........................... 335
Oil ........................................................... 346
Power Steering Fluid................................ 354
Precautions ............................................. 332
Radiator .................................................. 351
Remote Control
and Wireless Headphone ....................... 382
Remote Transmitter ................................. 380
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 355
Safety...................................................... 333
Service Items ................................... 337, 341
Tires ........................................................ 370
Transmission Fluid ................................... 352
Under the Hood ...................................... 343
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............. 73, 407
Map Lights................................................ 170
Maximum Load Limit............................... 289
Meters, Gauges........................................... 86
Mirrors...................................................... 152
Adjusting ................................................ 152
Door ....................................................... 153
Exterior ................................................... 153
Interior Rearview ..................................... 152
Modifications (and Accessories).............. 329
Moonroof................................................. 140
MP3........................................... 200, 212, 226
Multi-Information Display......................... 98