2012 HONDA ODYSSEY Child

126Controls
Opening and Closing the Sliding DoorsPrecautions for Opening/Closing the Sliding DoorsAlways make sure individuals and objects are clear of the sliding doors.■
Opening the sliding doors
Open the door all the way until it stops.
uIf it is not fully opened, the door may close again by its own weight.
1Precautions for Opening/Closing the Sliding Doors
Do not leave the sliding door open while parking on
a slope. The door may slide close by its weight.
When opening or closing the sliding doors, do not
grab the door or place your hand on the vehicle body.
Use the handle.
Do not put your foot and hand on the sliding door rail
and on the rollers.
If a small child is in the vehicle, use the childproof
door locks to prevent the child in the rear seat from
accidentally opening the sliding doors.
2Childproof Door Locks P. 115
Do not put any items that stick out from the pocket
in the door pockets. It may prevent the doors from
properly opening or closing, and damage the vehicle.
3
WARNING
Closing a sliding door while any part of a
passenger is in the door’s path can cause
serious injury.
Make sure all passengers are clear of the
doorway before closing a sliding door.

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uuOpening and Closing the Sliding DoorsuOpening/Closing the Power Sliding Doors
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Controls
Opening/Closing the Power Sliding Doors
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The power sliding doors can be operated by pressing the power sliding door button
on the remote transmitter, pressing the power sliding door switches on the
dashboard or door pillars, or using the door handle.
The power sliding doors can be operated when:
•The sliding door main switch is in the ON position.
•The power sliding door is unlocked.
•The fuel fill door is closed (on the driver side sliding door only).
•The key is not in the ignition switch when using the remote transmitter.
•The shift lever is in
(P
, the brake pedal is depressed, or the parking brake is
applied (with the ignition switch in ON
(w
) when using the power sliding door
switches on the dashboard.
1Opening/Closing the Power Sliding Doors
If you move the shift lever out of P, and release the
brake pedal and the parking brake:
While opening – The sliding door stops and is left
ajar.
While closing – The beeper sounds until the door
closes.
Check that passengers, especially children, do not
have their hands on the sliding doors or on the door
pillars before its operation. If someone is caught in
the opening or closing sliding door, it can cause
serious injury.
Before replacing a rear tire, turn the power sliding
door main switch to OFF.
Operate the power sliding doors only when the
vehicle is at a complete stop. Make sure you apply the
brake when rear passengers are boarding or exiting.
* Not available on all models

uuOpening and Closing the Sliding DoorsuOpening/Closing the Power Sliding Doors
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130Controls
The power sliding door opens when you press
the OPEN side of the / switch, and
closes when you press the CLOSE side of the
/ switch.
While the power sliding door is in operation, if
you press the switch that corresponds to that
power sliding door, the beeper sounds and
the operation stops.
To resume the power sliding door operation,
press the same switch again.
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Power Sliding Door Switches
1Opening/Closing the Power Sliding Doors
Auto Reverse
Do not touch the pinch sensor located at the front
edge of the power sliding door. Do not damage the
sensor. The power sliding door may not operate
properly.
If the power sliding door senses resistance when
closing automatically, it will stop closing and reverse
direction. The beeper sounds.
Before the power sliding door operation, make sure
there are no people or obstacles near the door. The
auto reverse function should be activated in case of
emergency only. If someone is caught in the opening
or closing sliding door, it can cause serious injury. Pay
special attention to children.
Closing a power sliding door on someone’s hand or
fingers can cause serious injury. Some parts of the
door edge do not sense resistance when the door is
near closing.
Pinch
Sensor

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Controls
Opening and Closing the WindowsOpening/Closing the Power WindowsThe power windows can be opened and closed when the ignition switch is in ON (w
, using the switches on the doors. The driver side switches can be used to open
and close all of the windows.
The power window lock button on the driver side must be switched off (not pushed
in, indicator off) to open and close the windows from anywhere other than the
driver's seat.
When the power window lock button is pushed in, the indicator comes on and you
can only operate the driver's window. Turn the power window lock button on when
children are in the vehicle.
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Automatic operation
To open: Push the switch down firmly.
To close: Pull the switch up firmly.
The window opens or closes completely. To
stop the window at any time, push or pull the
switch briefly.
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Manual operation
To open: Push the switch down lightly.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly.
Release the switch when the window reaches
the desired position.
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Opening/Closing Windows with Auto-Open/Close Function
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1Opening/Closing the Power Windows
The power windows can be operated for up to 10
minutes after you turn the ignition switch off.
Opening either front door cancels this function.
Auto Reverse
If a power window senses resistance when closing
automatically, it will stop closing and reverse
direction.
The driver’s window auto reverse function is disabled
when you continuously pull up the switch.
The auto reverse function stops sensing when the
window is almost closed to ensure that it fully closes.
3
WARNING
Closing a power window on someone's
hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from
the windows before closing them.
ON
OFF
Power Window
Lock Button
Indicator
Driver’s
Window
Switch
Front Passenger’s
Window Switch
* Not available on all models

uuAdjusting the SeatsuRear Seats
164Controls
1.Lower the head restraint to its lowest
position.
2.Move the seat to it’s rear most position.
3.Fold the seat-back down.
4.Pull the lock release lever, and lift the rear
of the seat.
uTo lift the seat, grab the handle under
the rear side of the seat cushion.
5.With the front of the seat hooked to the
floor, slide the seat laterally to the outer
position until it stops.
6.Lower the seat and push the rear of the
seat-back until it locks. Make sure the seat
is latched before driving.
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Sliding the Second Row Outer Seats Outward
1Sliding the Second Row Outer Seats Outward
When the second row outer seats are in the original
(center) position, passengers have easier access to the
third row seats. When they are in the outer position,
you can install two or three child seats in the second
row seats.
Handle
Slide

434Index
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System........ 312
Bluetooth
® Audio..................................... 230
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink
®..................... 259
Booster Seats (For Children)....................... 67
Brake System............................................. 314
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 316
Brake Assist System ................................. 317
Fluid ........................................................ 353
Foot Brake ............................................... 315
Indicator ............................................ 72, 408
Parking Brake .......................................... 314
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel).... 147
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System........ 312
Bulb Replacement..................................... 355
Back-Up/Taillight...................................... 363
Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight
and Rear Turn Signal Lights .................... 361
Fog Lights ................................................ 359
Front Turn Signal/Parking/
Side Marker Lights ................................. 360
Headlights ............................................... 355
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 365
Rear License Plate Light............................ 364
Bulb Specifications.................................... 420
CCarbon Monoxide Gas................................ 68
Cargo Hooks.............................................. 178
Carrying Cargo.................................. 287, 289
CD Library.................................................. 216CD Player........................................... 200, 212
Center Pocket........................................... 173
Certification Label.................................... 422
Changing Bulbs........................................ 355
Charging System Indicator................. 73, 406
Child Safety................................................. 54
Childproof Door Locks............................. 115
Child Seat.................................................... 54
Booster Seats ............................................ 67
Child Seat for Infants................................. 56
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 57
Installing a Child Seat
with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................. 62
Larger Children ......................................... 66
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 56
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
Using a Tether ........................................... 64
Childproof Door Locks............................. 115
Cleaning the Exterior............................... 387
Cleaning the Interior................................ 385
Climate Control System............................ 187
Changing the Mode ................................ 187
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ........................................ 188
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 384
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 187
Sensors ................................................... 192
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 187
Clock.......................................................... 108
Coat Hooks............................................... 178
Compact Spare Tire.......................... 391, 421Controls.................................................... 107
Coolant (Engine)...................................... 350
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 351
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 350
Overheating ............................................ 404
Temperature Gauge .................................. 86
Creeping (Automatic Transmission)........ 300
Cruise Control.......................................... 303
Indicator ................................................... 81
Cup Holders.............................................. 174
Customer Service Information................ 430
Customized Features............................... 101
DDaytime Running Lights.......................... 144
Dead Battery............................................ 401
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows................................. 185, 188
Devices that Emit Radio Waves............... 423
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 142
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 152
Dipstick (Engine Oil)................................ 346
Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 142
Display/Information Button...................... 98
Door Mirrors............................................. 153
Doors........................................................ 110
Auto Door Locking.................................. 116
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 116
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ....... 29, 77

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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

438Index
NNumbers (Identification).......................... 422OOdometer.............................................. 87, 99
Oil (Engine)............................................... 345
Adding .................................................... 347
Checking ................................................. 346
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 335, 339
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 72, 406
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 345
Viscosity .................................................. 345
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 344
Moonroof ................................................ 140
Power Windows ...................................... 137
Sliding Door............................................. 126
Tailgate ................................................... 120
Outside Temperature Display............ 89, 100
Overheating.............................................. 404PPanic Mode............................................... 136
Parking...................................................... 318
Parking Brake............................................ 314
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator............................................ 72, 408
Parking Sensor System.............................. 319
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator................. 51Passing Indicators..................................... 142
Power Sliding Door.................................. 128
Power Tailgate......................................... 122
Power Windows....................................... 137
Precautions While Driving....................... 299
Rain ........................................................ 299
Pregnant Women....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire).......................................... 391
RRadiator.................................................... 351
Radio (AM/FM)................................. 198, 205
Radio Data System (RDS)................. 199, 208
Range.............................................. 88, 92, 99
RDS (Radio Data System)................. 199, 208
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing)....... 425
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button..................................................... 148
Rear Entertainment System..................... 241
Rear Seats (Folding Down).............. 162, 166
Rearview Camera..................................... 323
Rearview Mirror....................................... 152
Refueling.................................................. 325
Fuel Gauge................................................ 86
Gasoline .......................................... 325, 420
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Regulations............................... 309, 373, 423
Remote Transmitter................................. 112
Removable Center Console...................... 171
Removing a Second Row Outer Seat...... 163Removing the Second Row
Center Seat............................................. 165
Replacement
Battery ............................................ 380, 382
Bulbs ...................................................... 355
Fuses ...................... 411, 412, 413, 414, 415
Tires........................................................ 376
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 366
Reporting Safety Defects......................... 424
Resetting a Trip Meter......................... 88, 99
SSafe Driving................................................ 25
Safety Check............................................... 29
Safety Labels.............................................. 69
Safety Message.......................................... 24
Seat Belts.................................................... 30
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor ........... 34, 35
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 32
Checking .................................................. 38
Fastening .................................................. 33
Installing a Child Seat
with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................. 62
Pregnant Women...................................... 37
Reminder .................................................. 31
Warning Indicator ............................... 31, 75
Seat Heaters............................................. 181
Seats.......................................................... 154
Adjusting ................................................ 154
Front Seats.............................................. 154