2012 HONDA ODYSSEY seats

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuArmrest
Controls
Armrest
Pull down the armrest.
Pivot down the armrest all the way, then pull
it up to a desired angle.
Pull down the armrest of the center seat-back.
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Using the Front and Second Row Outer Seat Armrest
Front seat with adjustable armrest
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Using the Second and Third Row Seat Armrest
*
* 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.
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Sunglasses Holder
1Sunglasses Holder
Keep the holder closed while driving except when
accessing stored items.
Push
* Not available on all models

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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
Controls
The ignition switch must be in ON
(w
to use
the seat heaters. The HI setting heats the seats
faster than the LO setting.
There is no heater in the passenger's seat-
back due to the side airbag cutoff system.
The appropriate indicator will be on while the
seat heater is on. Each time you press the
switch, the mode changes to HI, LOW and
OFF.
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Seat Heaters
*
1Seat Heaters
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.
3
WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
* Not available on all models

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uuRear Entertainment System
*uOperating the System
Features
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Playing a CD, and CD Library
Press the CD/CDL button.
The available options appear on the overhead screen are Repeat, Random, and Scan.
These functions are the same as those of the front audio system.2Playing a CD P. 212
2Playing CD Library P. 216
To scroll your audio data title, press the TITLE/SCROLL button for five seconds.■
Playing iPod
® and a USB flash drive
Press the AUX button.
The available options appear on the overhead screen are Repeat, Random, and Scan.
These functions are the same as those of the front audio system.
2Playing an iPod
® P. 222
2Playing a USB Flash Drive P. 226
To scroll your audio data title, press the TITLE/SCROLL button for five seconds.
1System Controls and Menus for Audio
If you press the button on the front panel, you
can operate the rear entertainment system from the
front display.
2 button on the front panel P. 242
You can also insert an audio CD compatible with the
system, or recorded in MP3/WMA/AAC formats into
the lower slot and play. The front passengers can
listen to the same CD, or select another audio source.
2Playable Discs P. 255
2Audio Sources for Front and Rear Seats
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uuRear Entertainment System
*uAudio Sources for Front and Rear Seats
Features
Audio Sources for Front and Rear SeatsThe table shows the possible audio source combinations of the front audio system
and rear entertainment system’s simultaneous use.
*1: The front seat passengers are only able to hear the DVD’s sound from the front
speakers.
*2:There are two cases. Two different CDs can be played, one for the front seats,
and the other for the rear seats if the upper and lower slots are used. If only one
slot is used, the front and rear seats can share the same audio source.
Front
AM/FM
Radio
XM
Radio
CD
CD
Library
DVD
*1
USB
iPod
®
RearAM/FM
Radio
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
XM
Radio
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
CD
Yes
Yes
Yes
*2
Yes
Yes
Yes
CD
Library
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
DVD
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
USB
iPod
®
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
1Audio Sources for Front and Rear Seats
Yes: These audio sources are simultaneously playable.
No: These audio sources are not simultaneously
playable.

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uuBefore DrivinguDriving Preparation
Driving
•Store or secure all items on board properly.
uCarrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle's
handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2Maximum Load Limit P. 289
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
uThey can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
•Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.
uAn object or unsecured floor mat can interfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
•If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
uThey may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.
•Securely close and lock all doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 114
•Adjust your seating position properly.
uAdjust the head restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats P. 154
2Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 157
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly for your driving.
uAdjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2Adjusting the Mirrors P. 152
2Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 151
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Interior Checks
1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.

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uuBefore DrivinguDriving Preparation
Driving
•Be sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the
seats.
uThey can interfere with the driver's ability to operate the pedals, the operation
of the seats, or the operation of the sensors under the seats.
•Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt.
2Fastening a Seat Belt P. 33
•Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on when you start the
vehicle, and go off soon after.
uAlways have a dealer check the vehicle if a problem is indicated.
2Indicators P. 72

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Driving
Towing a TrailerTowing PreparationYour vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper
equipment, and follow the towing guidelines. Check the load limits before driving.
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Total trailer weight
Do not exceed the maximum allowable
weight of the trailer, cargo, and everything in
or on it shown in the table.
Towing loads in excess of this can seriously
affect vehicle handling and performance and
can damage the engine and drivetrain.
Each weight limit is calculated based on the following conditions:
•Occupants fill seats from the front of the vehicle to the back
•Each occupant weights 150 lbs (68 kg)
•Each occupant has 15 lbs (7 kg) of cargo in the cargo area
Any additional weight, cargo or accessories reduce the maximum trailer weight and
maximum tongue load.
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Towing Load Limits
1Towing Load Limits
Check if all loads are within limits at a public scale.
If a public scale is not available, add the estimated
weight of your cargo load to the weight of your
trailer (as quoted by the manufacturer), and the
tongue load.
Break-in Period
Avoid towing a trailer during your vehicle's first 600
miles (1,000 km).
Never exceed the gross weight ratings.
Gross weight information
2Vehicle Specifications P. 420
3
WARNING
Exceeding any load limit or improperly
loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a
crash in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Check the loading of your vehicle and
trailer carefully before starting to drive.
Total Load
Number of occupants
Equip with ATF cooler
2
3,500 lbs (1,587 kg)
3
3,350 lbs (1,520 kg)
4
3,200 lbs (1,451 kg)
5
3,050 lbs (1,383 kg)
6
2,900 lbs (1,315 kg)
7
1,450 lbs (658 kg)
8
Towing not recommended