2012 HONDA ODYSSEY index

Contents
Child Safety P. 54 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 68 Safety Labels P. 69Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 120 Opening and Closing the Sliding Doors P. 126
Opening and Closing the Moonroof
* P. 140 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 141
Adjusting the Seats P. 154 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 169
Climate Control System
* P. 187
Audio Error Messages P. 235 General Information on the Audio System P. 237
Bluetooth
® HandsFreeLink
®* P. 259 Compass
* P. 282
When Driving P. 297 Braking P. 314 Parking Your Vehicle P. 318
Fuel Economy P. 328 Accessories and Modifications P. 329Maintenance Under the Hood P. 343 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 355
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 370 Battery P. 379 Remote Transmitter Care P. 380
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate Control System
* Maintenance P. 384 Cleaning P. 385
Engine Does Not Start P. 400 Jump Starting P. 401 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 403
Fuses P. 411 Emergency Towing P. 417Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 423 Reporting Safety Defects P. 424 Emissions Testing P. 425
Customer Service Information P. 430 Gracenote
® End User License Agreement P. 431
Quick Reference Guide
P. 2
Safe Driving
P. 25
Instrument Panel
P. 71
Controls
P. 107
Features
P. 193
Driving
P. 285
Maintenance
P. 331
Handling the Unexpected
P. 389
Information
P. 419
Index
P. 433

2Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference GuideVisual Index
❙
(Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®) System OFF) Button
(P306)
❙
(Blind Spot Information (BSI) System) OFF Button
* (P312)
❙Power Sliding Door Switch
* (P128)

❙Power Tailgate Switch
* (P122)

❙Parking Sensor System Switch
* (P319)

❙System Indicators
(P72)
❙Gauges
(P86)
❙Information Display
* (P87)
❙Multi-Information Display
* (P98)
❙Rear Window Defogger
(P148)

❙Heated Mirror Button
* (P148)

❙Hazard Warning Button❙Heating and Cooling System
* (P183)
❙Climate Control System
* (P187)
❙Seat Heater Switches
* (P181)
❙Audio System
(P194)
❙Rear Entertainment System
* (P241)
❙Navigation System
*
() See Navigation System Manual❙Accessory Power Sockets
(P176)
❙Cool Box Switch
* (P173)
❙Center Pocket
(P173)
❙Driving Position Memory System
Buttons
* (P149)
❙Auxiliary Input Jack
(P195)

Visual Index
4Quick Reference Guide
❙Door Mirror Controls
(P153)
❙Master Door Lock Switch
(P114)
❙Hood Release Handle
(P344)
❙Fuel Fill Door Release Handle
(P326)
❙Coin Pocket❙Parking Brake Pedal
(P314)
❙Power Window Switches
(P137)
❙Rearview Mirror
(P152)
❙Driver’s Side Fuse Box (P413)❙Passenger's Front Airbag (P42)❙Glove Box
(P171)
❙Driver's Front Airbag
(P42)
❙USB Adapter Cable
* (P195)
❙Passenger’s Side Fuse Box (P414)

Visual Index
6Quick Reference Guide
❙Maintenance Under the Hood
(P343)
❙Windshield Wipers
(P145, 366)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control
(P112)
❙Power Door Mirrors
(P153)
❙Headlights
(P142, 355)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Lights
(P142, 360)
❙Tires
(P370, 391)
❙Fog Lights
* (P144, 359)
❙How to Refuel
(P326)
❙High-Mount Brake Light
(P365)
❙Rearview Camera
* (P323)
❙Opening/Closing the Tailgate
(P120)
❙Back-Up/Taillights
(P363)
❙Brake/Taillights
(P361)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights
(P361)
❙Rear Side Marker Lights
(P361)
❙Opening/Closing the Sliding Doors (P126)

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uuChecking and Maintaining TiresuTire and Loading Information Label
Continued
Maintenance
Tire and Loading Information LabelThe label attached to the driver’s doorjamb provides necessary tire and loading
information.Tire Labeling
The tires that came on your vehicle have a
number of markings. Those you should be
aware of are described below.
Whenever tires are replaced, they should be replaced with tires of the same size.
1Tire and Loading Information Label
The tire and loading information label attached to the
driver’s doorjamb contains:a
The number of people your vehicle can carry.
b
The total weight your vehicle can carry. Do not
exceed this weight.
c
The original tire sizes for front, rear, and spare.
d
The proper cold tire pressure for front, rear, and
spare.
Label
ExampleExample
Tire Size
Tire
Identification
Number (TIN)
Maximum
Tire Load
Maximum
Tire Pressure
Tire Size■
Tire Sizes
1Tire Size
Following is an example of tire size with an
explanation of what each component means.
P235/60 R18 102T
P: Vehicle type (P indicates passenger vehicle).
235: Tire width in millimeters.
60: Aspect ratio (the tire’s section height as a
percentage of its width).
R: Tire construction code (R indicates radial).
18: Rim diameter in inches.
102: Load index (a numerical code associated with
the maximum load the tire can carry).
T: Speed symbol (an alphabetical code indicating the
maximum speed rating).

Index
433
Index
Index
AABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 316
AC Power Outlet...................................... 177
Accessories and Modifications................ 329
Accessory Power Sockets......................... 176
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 350
Engine Oil ............................................... 345
Washer ................................................... 354
Additives, Engine Oil............................... 345
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 168
Front Seats.............................................. 154
Head Restraints ....................................... 157
Mirrors.................................................... 152
Rear Seats ............................................... 162
Steering Wheel ....................................... 151
Temperature ........................................... 100
Air Conditioning System
(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
Air Conditioning System (Heating and
Cooling System)...................................... 183
Cooling................................................... 185Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ........................................ 185
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 384
Heating ................................................... 184
Air Pressure....................................... 371, 421
Airbags........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ......................................... 43
Airbag Care ............................................... 53
Event Data Recorder .................................. 23
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator ........................................ 50, 76, 80
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 51
Sensors ...................................................... 39
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 48
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 52
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 49
AM/FM Radio.................................... 198, 205
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 316
Indicator .................................................... 75
Armrest..................................................... 168
Audio Remote Controls............................ 203
Audio System............................................ 194
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 197, 204
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 195
Error Messages ........................................ 235
General Information ................................ 237
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 226
Reactivating ............................................. 196
Recommended CDs ................................. 238Recommended Devices............................ 240
Remote Controls ..................................... 203
Security Code .......................................... 196
Theft Protection ...................................... 196
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 195
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 240
Audio/Information Display........................ 91
Authorized Manuals................................ 429
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 116
Customize ............................................... 117
Automatic Lighting.................................. 143
Automatic Transmission........................... 300
Creeping ................................................. 300
Fluid ........................................................ 352
Kickdown ................................................ 300
Operating the Shift Lever................... 17, 302
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 403
Shifting ................................................... 301
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 195
Average Fuel Economy.................. 88, 92, 99
Average Speed................................... 92, 100
BBattery...................................................... 379
Charging System Indicator................. 73, 406
Jump Starting .......................................... 401
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 379
Maintenance (Replacing) ................. 380, 382
Belts (Seat).................................................. 30
Beverage Holders..................................... 174

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
Keys........................................................ 110
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Inside...................................... 114
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside................................... 112
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 113
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 373
Driving...................................................... 285
Automatic Transmission .......................... 300
Braking ................................................... 314
Cruise Control ........................................ 303
Shifting Gear .......................................... 301
Starting the Engine ................................. 297
Driving Position Memory System............ 149
Dust and Pollen Filter.............................. 384
EElapsed Time........................................ 92, 99
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............ 306
Emergency................................................ 417
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)...... 425
Engine....................................................... 422
Coolant .................................................. 350
Jump Starting ......................................... 401
Oil .......................................................... 345
Starting................................................... 297
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 141
Engine Coolant........................................ 350
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 351
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 350Overheating ............................................ 404
Temperature Gauge .................................. 86
Engine Oil................................................. 345
Adding .................................................... 347
Checking ................................................. 346
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 335, 339
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 72, 406
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 345
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide).................................. 68
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 387
Exterior Mirrors........................................ 153
FFeatures..................................................... 193
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 384
Oil ........................................................... 348
Flat Tire..................................................... 391
Flip-up Trash Bag Ring............................. 172
Floor Mats................................................. 386
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ........................... 352
Brake ....................................................... 353
Engine Coolant ........................................ 350
Power Steering ........................................ 354
Windshield Washer .................................. 354
Fog Light Indicator..................................... 80
Folding Down the Rear Seats.......... 162, 166
Foot Brake................................................. 315Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 42
Front Seats................................................ 154
Adjusting ................................................ 154
Fuel...................................................... 18, 325
Economy ................................................. 328
Gauge ....................................................... 86
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 92, 99
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Range ........................................... 88, 92, 99
Recommendation .................................... 325
Refueling................................................. 325
Fuel Economy........................................... 328
Fuel Fill Cap........................................ 18, 327
Message.................................................. 407
Fuel Fill Door...................................... 18, 326
Fuses.......................................................... 411
Inspecting and Changing......................... 416
Locations................. 411, 412, 413, 414, 415
GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 328
Gauge ....................................................... 86
Information ............................................. 325
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 92, 99
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Refueling................................................. 325
Gauges........................................................ 86
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission .......................... 301