2012 HONDA ODYSSEY rating

uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluDriving Position Memory System
*
150Controls
1.Adjust the driver’s seat and the outside
mirrors to the desired position, and turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w
.
2.Press the SET button.
uYou will hear the beeper, and the
memory button indicator light will blink.
3.Press and hold memory button
(1
or
(2

within five seconds of pressing the SET
button.
uOnce the seat and the outside mirrors
position has been memorized, the
indicator light on the button you pressed
stays on.
1.Move the shift lever to
(P
.
2.Apply the parking brake.
3.Press a memory button ((1
or
(2
).
uYou will hear the beeper, and the
indicator light will blink.
The seat and the outside mirrors will
automatically move to the memorized
position. When it has finished moving, you
will hear the beeper, and the indicator light
stays on.
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Storing a Position in Memory
1Storing a Position in Memory
After you press the SET button, the storing operation
will be canceled when: •You do not press the memory button within five
seconds.•You readjust the seat position before the double-
beep.•You readjust the outside mirrors.•You turn the ignition switch to any position except
ON
(w
.
Memory
Button 1Memory
Button 2SET Button■
Recalling the Stored Position
1Recalling the Stored Position
The seat and the outside mirrors will stop moving if
you: •Press the SET button, or a memory button (
(1
or
(2
).
•Adjust the seat position.•Adjust the outside mirrors.•Shift into any position except
(P
.
Memory
Button 1Memory
Button 2SET Button

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluAdjusting the Steering Wheel
Controls
Adjusting the Steering WheelThe steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you
can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture.
1.Push the steering wheel adjustment lever
down.
uThe steering wheel adjustment lever is
under the steering column.
2.Move the steering wheel up or down, and
in or out.
uMake sure you can see the instrument
panel gauges and indicators.
3.Pull the steering wheel adjustment lever up
to lock the steering wheel in position.
uAfter adjusting the position, make sure
you have securely locked the steering
wheel in place by trying to move it up,
down, in, and out.
1Adjusting the Steering Wheel
Make any steering wheel adjustments before you
start driving.
3
WARNING
Adjusting the steering wheel position while
driving may cause you to lose control of the
vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.
Adjust the steering wheel only when the
vehicle is stopped.
To adjustTo lock
Lever

uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
176Controls
The accessory power sockets can be used when the ignition switch is in ACCESSORY (q
or ON
(w
.
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Accessory power socket(s) (console
panel)
Open the cover to use it.
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Accessory power socket (cargo area)
Open the cover to use it.
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Accessory Power Sockets
1Accessory Power Sockets
NOTICEDo not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter
element.
This can overheat the power socket.
The accessory power socket is designed to supply
power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 120
watts or less (10 amps).
To prevent battery drain, only use the power socket
with the engine running.
When each sockets is being used simultaneously, the
combined power rating of the accessories should not
exceed 120 watts (10 amps).

uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying an iPod
®
224Features
1.Press to display the iPod
® menu.
2.Rotate to select a menu.
3.Press to display the items on that menu.
4.Rotate to select an item, then press .
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How to Select a File from the iPod
® Menu
1Playing an iPod
®
Available operating functions vary on models or
versions. Some functions may not be available on the
vehicle's audio system.
If there is a problem, you may see an error message
on the multi-information display.
2iPod
®/USB Flash Drive
* P. 236
iPod
® Menu
* Not available on all models

uuAudio System Basic OperationuPlaying Bluetooth
® Audio
232Features
1.Make sure that your phone is paired and linked to HFL.
2.Press the AUX button.
If the phone is not recognized, another HFL-compatible phone, which is not
compatible for Bluetooth
® Audio, may be already linked.
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To pause or resume a file
1.Press the SETUP button.
2.Rotate to select Resume/Pause, then
press .
Each time you press , the setting switches
between Pause and Resume.
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To Play Bluetooth
® Audio Files
1Playing Bluetooth
® Audio
Not all Bluetooth-enabled phones with streaming
audio capabilities are compatible with the system.
You can find an approved phone by visiting
www.handsfreelink.honda.com, or by calling the
HandsFreeLink
® consumer support at (888) 528 -
7876. In Canada, visit www.handsfreelink.ca, or call
(888) 528 -7876.
In some states, it may be illegal to perform some data
device functions while driving.
If more than one phone is paired to the HFL system,
there will be a delay before the system begins to play.
1To Play Bluetooth
® Audio Files
To play the audio files, you may need to operate your
phone. If so, follow the phone maker's operating
instructions.
The pause function may not be available on some
phones.
If any audio device is connected to the auxiliary input
jack, you may need to press the AUX button
repeatedly to select the Bluetooth
® Audio system.
Switching to another mode pauses the music playing
from your phone.

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).
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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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uuRear Entertainment System
*uOperating the System
Continued
Features
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System Controls and Menus for DVD (Power) Button
Press to turn on the system.DVD Button
Press to watch a DVD.
(Light) Button
Press to illuminate
the buttons and
bars for a few
seconds.
SKIP Bar
Press or to
change chapters.
(Play/Pause) Button
Press to pause or play a DVD.
TITLE/SCROLL Button
Press to display the status of the
DVD that is currently playing.MENU Button
The following options appear when you
play a DVD and press the MENU button:
Top Menu
Menu
Play Mode Audio
Subtitle
Angle
Search/NumInput Title
Chapter
NumInput Repeat
Pause/Play
Stop
Return
SETUP Button
The following options appear when you
play a DVD and press the SETUP button:
Disp Adjust
( P.249)Brightness
Contrast
Black Level
Color CANCEL Button
Press to go back to
the previous display
or operation.3, 4, , and ENTER Buttons
Use 3, 4, , or to highlight
a menu item, and press the
ENTER Button to make a
selection.
Tint
Normal
Wide
Zoom
Full Aspect Ratio
( P.249)
PERSONAL SURROUND ( P.249)
Language ( P.250)

uuRear Entertainment System
*uOperating the System
244Features
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Playing a DVD
•Insert a DVD into the lower slot of the front audio unit.
uThe system automatically starts the DVD.
•To fast forward, press and hold the (SEEK/SKIP) bar, and to reverse, press and
hold the bar on the front panel or the remote.
•To go to the next chapter, press the bar, and to go to the beginning of the
current chapter, press the bar on the front panel or the remote. Quickly press
the bar twice to go to the previous chapter.
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DVD setup from the front panel
Press the button on the front panel
while a DVD is playing and display REAR
MENU in front. Rotate to select DVD
Setup, then press .
Setting up Audio:
1.Rotate to select Audio, then press .
2.Rotate to select a language for audio that is available on the DVD, then press
.
Setting up Subtitle:
1.Rotate to select Subtitle, then press .
2.Rotate to select a subtitle language that is available on the DVD.
1Playing a DVD
DVD is available for the rear seat passenger only.
If you have turned off the Auto Play feature, press the
(play) button on the front panel or remote.