2012 HONDA ODYSSEY wiper fluid

9Quick Reference Guide
Controls
(P107)
Turn Signals
(P142)
Turn Signal Control Lever
Right
Left
Lights
(P142)
Light Control Switches
Low BeamHigh Beam
Flashing
Wipers and Washers (P145)
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring
: Long Delay
: Short Delay
MIST
OFF
INT: Low speed with intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipePull toward
you to spray
washer fluid.
* Not available on all models

19Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance
(P331)
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(P343)
●Check engine oil, engine coolant, and window washer fluid.
Add when necessary.
●Check brake fluid.
●Check the battery regularly.
a
Pull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
b
Locate the hood latch lever, slide the lever, and lift up the
hood.
c
When finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights
(P355)
●Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades
(P366)
●Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires
(P370)
●Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
●Check tire pressures regularly.
●Install snow tires for winter
driving.

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
Continued
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON
(w
.
■
MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■
Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■
Adjusting the delay
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
delay.
■
Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
1Wipers and Washers
NOTICEDo not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.NOTICEIn cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens. When the vehicle starts moving, the
wipers make a single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring
MIST INT: Low speed with
intermittent OFF LO: Low speed wipe HI: High speed wipe
Pull to
use
washer.
Long delay
Short delay

331
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance ............ 332
Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 333Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance
Service ........................................... 334
Maintenance Minder™.................... 335
Maintenance Under the HoodMaintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 343Opening the Hood ........................... 344
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 345
Oil Check ......................................... 346
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 347Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 348
Engine Coolant ................................ 350
Transmission Fluid ............................ 352
Brake Fluid ....................................... 353
Power Steering Fluid Check.............. 354
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 354
Replacing Light Bulbs....................... 355
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
.... 366
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 370
Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 371Tire Labeling .................................... 371DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 373Wear Indicators................................ 375Tire Service Life ................................ 375
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 376
Tire Rotation .................................... 377
Winter Tires ..................................... 378
Battery............................................... 379
Remote Transmitter Care................. 380
Remote Control and Wireless
Headphone Care
*........................... 382
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate
Control System
* Maintenance....... 384
Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 385
Exterior Care.................................... 387
* Not available on all models

332Maintenance
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and MaintenanceFor your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.) Refer to the separate maintenance booklet for detailed maintenance and
inspection information.■
Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■
Periodic inspections
•Check the automatic transmission fluid level monthly.
2Automatic Transmission Fluid P. 352
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2Brake Fluid P. 353
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 370
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2Replacing Light Bulbs P. 355
•Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 366
■
Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are "certified" to
EPA standards.
According to state and federal regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all maintenance services should
be performed in accordance with the intervals
indicated by the information display
*/multi-
information display
*.
2Maintenance Service Items P. 337, 341
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills and tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com.
2Authorized Manuals P. 429
If you want to perform maintenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing maintenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
* Not available on all models

440Index
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 400
Noise When Braking .................................. 22
Overheating............................................. 404
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 391
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 403
Sliding Door Won’t Open................... 21, 115
Warning Indicators .................................... 72
Tucking away the One-Motion Third row
magic Seat............................................... 166
Turn Signals............................................... 142
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 79
UUnlocking the Doors................................. 112
Unlocking the Front Doors
from the Inside........................................ 114
USB Adapter Cable........................... 194, 195
USB Flash Drives........................................ 240VValet Key................................................... 111
Vanity Mirrors............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number................. 422
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®).................. 306
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
Off Button ............................................... 307
Off Indicator .............................................. 76
System Indicator ........................................ 76
Ventilation........................................ 183, 187Viscosity (Oil).................................... 345, 421
VSA
® (Vehicle Stability Assist).................. 306
WWallpaper................................................... 94
Warning and Information Messages......... 84
Warning Indicator On/Blinking............... 406
Warning Labels........................................... 69
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately).............................................. 427
Watts......................................................... 420
Wear Indicators (Tire).............................. 375
Wheel Cover............................................. 395
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle)........... 394
Window Washers..................................... 145
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 354
Switch ..................................................... 145
Windows (Opening and Closing)............ 137
Windshield................................................ 145
Cleaning ................................................. 388
Defrosting ....................................... 185, 188
Washer Fluid ........................................... 354
Wiper Blades ........................................... 366
Wipers and Washers................................ 145
Winter Tires.............................................. 378
Snow Tires .............................................. 378
Tire Chains .............................................. 378
Wipers and Washers................................. 145
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 366
WMA......................................... 200, 212, 226Worn Tires................................................ 370