2013 HONDA ODYSSEY overheating

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uuOverheatinguHow to Handle Overheating
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge needle comes down.
uIf the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2.Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.
uIf the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
uIf there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
MAX
Reserve
Tank
MIN

426Index
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System........ 306
Bluetooth® Audio..................................... 225
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®..................... 254
Booster Seats (For Children)....................... 67
Brake System............................................. 308
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 310
Brake Assist System ................................. 311
Fluid ........................................................ 345
Foot Brake ............................................... 309
Indicator ............................................ 72, 400
Parking Brake .......................................... 308
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel).... 146
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System........ 306
Bulb Replacement..................................... 347
Back-Up/Taillight...................................... 355
Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight and Rear Turn
Signal Lights .......................................... 353
Fog Lights ................................................ 351
Front Turn Signal/Parking/
Side Marker Lights ................................. 352
Headlights ............................................... 347
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 357
Rear License Plate Light............................ 356
Bulb Specifications.................................... 412CCarbon Monoxide Gas................................ 68
Cargo Hooks.............................................. 177
Carrying Cargo.................................. 281, 283
CD Library.................................................. 211CD Player................................................... 207
Center Pocket........................................... 172
Certification Label.................................... 414
Changing Bulbs........................................ 347
Charging System Indicator................. 73, 398
Child Safety................................................. 54
Childproof Door Locks............................. 114
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............................. 114
Cleaning the Exterior............................... 379
Cleaning the Interior................................ 377
Climate Control System............................ 186
Changing the Mode ................................ 186
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ........................................ 187
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 376
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 186
Sensors ................................................... 191
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 186
Clock.......................................................... 108
Coat Hooks............................................... 177
Compact Spare Tire.......................... 383, 413Controls.................................................... 107
Coolant (Engine)...................................... 342
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 343
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 342
Overheating ............................................ 396
Temperature Gauge .................................. 86
Creeping (Automatic Transmission)........ 294
Cruise Control.......................................... 297
Indicator ................................................... 81
Cup Holders.............................................. 173
Customer Service Information................ 422
Customized Features............................... 101
DDaytime Running Lights.......................... 143
Dead Battery............................................ 393
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows................................. 184, 187
Devices that Emit Radio Waves............... 415
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 141
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 151
Dipstick (Engine Oil)................................ 338
Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 141
Display/Information Button...................... 98
Door Mirrors............................................. 152
Doors........................................................ 109
Auto Door Locking.................................. 115
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 115
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ....... 29, 77

427Index
Keys........................................................ 109
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Inside...................................... 113
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside................................... 111
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 112
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 365
Driving...................................................... 279
Automatic Transmission .......................... 294
Braking ................................................... 308
Cruise Control ........................................ 297
Shifting Gear .......................................... 295
Starting the Engine ................................. 291
Driving Position Memory System............ 148
Dust and Pollen Filter.............................. 376EElapsed Time........................................ 92, 99
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............ 300
Emergency................................................ 409
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)...... 417
Engine....................................................... 414
Coolant .................................................. 342
Jump Starting ......................................... 393
Oil .......................................................... 337
Starting................................................... 291
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 140
Engine Coolant........................................ 342
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 343
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 342Overheating ............................................ 396
Temperature Gauge .................................. 86
Engine Oil................................................. 337
Adding .................................................... 339
Checking ................................................. 338
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 327, 331
Low Oil Pressure Indicator.................. 72, 398
Recommended Engine Oil........................ 337
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide).................................. 68
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 379
Exterior Mirrors........................................ 152
FFeatures..................................................... 193
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 376
Oil ........................................................... 340
Flat Tire..................................................... 383
Flip-up Trash Bag Ring............................. 171
Floor Mats................................................. 378
Fluids
Automatic Transmission........................... 344
Brake....................................................... 345
Engine Coolant........................................ 342
Power Steering ........................................ 346
Windshield Washer.................................. 346
Fog Light Indicator..................................... 80
Folding Down the Rear Seats.......... 161, 165
Foot Brake................................................. 309Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 42
Front Seats................................................ 153
Adjusting ................................................ 153
Fuel...................................................... 17, 318
Economy ................................................. 321
Gauge ....................................................... 86
Instant Fuel Economy .................... 88, 92, 99
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Range ........................................... 88, 92, 99
Recommendation .................................... 318
Refueling................................................. 318
Fuel Economy........................................... 321
Fuel Fill Cap........................................ 17, 320
Message.................................................. 399
Fuel Fill Door...................................... 17, 319
Fuses.......................................................... 403
Inspecting and Changing......................... 408
Locations................. 403, 404, 405, 406, 407
GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 321
Gauge ....................................................... 86
Information ............................................. 318
Instant Fuel Economy .................... 88, 92, 99
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Refueling................................................. 318
Gauges........................................................ 86
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission .......................... 295

430Index
OOdometer.............................................. 87, 99
Oil (Engine)............................................... 337
Adding .................................................... 339
Checking ................................................. 338
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 327, 331
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 72, 398
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 337
Viscosity .................................................. 337
Opening/Closing
Hood ....................................................... 336
Moonroof ................................................ 139
Power Windows ...................................... 136
Sliding Door............................................. 125
Tailgate ................................................... 119
Outside Temperature Display............ 89, 100
Overheating.............................................. 396PPanic Mode............................................... 135
Parking...................................................... 312
Parking Brake............................................ 308
Parking Brake and Brake System
Indicator............................................ 72, 400
Parking Sensor System.............................. 313
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator................. 51
Passing Indicators..................................... 141
Power Sliding Door................................... 127
Power Tailgate.......................................... 121
Power Windows........................................ 136Precautions While Driving....................... 293
Rain ........................................................ 293
Pregnant Women....................................... 37
Puncture (Tire).......................................... 383
RRadiator.................................................... 343
Radio (AM/FM)......................................... 200
Radio Data System (RDS)......................... 203
Range.............................................. 88, 92, 99
RDS (Radio Data System)......................... 203
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing)....... 417
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button..................................................... 147
Rear Entertainment System..................... 236
Rear Seats (Folding Down).............. 161, 165
Rearview Camera..................................... 317
Rearview Mirror....................................... 151
Refueling.................................................. 318
Fuel Gauge................................................ 86
Gasoline .......................................... 318, 412
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Regulations............................... 303, 365, 415
Remote Transmitter................................. 111
Removable Center Console...................... 170
Removing a Second Row Outer Seat...... 162
Removing the Second Row
Center Seat............................................. 164
Replacement
Battery ............................................ 372, 374Bulbs ...................................................... 347
Fuses ...................... 403, 404, 405, 406, 407
Tires........................................................ 368
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................ 358
Reporting Safety Defects......................... 416
Resetting a Trip Meter......................... 88, 99
SSafe Driving................................................ 25
Safety Check............................................... 29
Safety Labels.............................................. 69
Safety Message.......................................... 23
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............................................. 180
Seats.......................................................... 153
Adjusting ................................................ 153
Front Seats.............................................. 153
Rear Seats ............................................... 161
Seat Heaters ........................................... 180

432Index
Noise When Braking .................................. 21
Overheating............................................. 396
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 383
Select Lever Won’t Move ......................... 395
Sliding Door Won’t Open................... 20, 114
Warning Indicators .................................... 72
Tucking away the One-Motion Third row
magic Seat............................................... 165
Turn Signals............................................... 141
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ...................... 79UUnlocking the Doors................................. 111
Unlocking the Front Doors
from the Inside........................................ 113
USB Adapter Cable........................... 194, 195
USB Flash Drives........................................ 235VValet Key................................................... 110
Vanity Mirrors............................................... 5
Vehicle Identification Number................. 414
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®).................. 300
Off Button ............................................... 301
Off Indicator .............................................. 76
System Indicator ........................................ 76
Ventilation........................................ 182, 186
Viscosity (Oil)..................................... 337, 413
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist).................. 300
WWallpaper................................................... 94
Warning and Information Messages......... 84
Warning Indicator On/Blinking............... 398
Warning Labels........................................... 69
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately).............................................. 419
Watts......................................................... 412
Wear Indicators (Tire).............................. 367
Wheel Cover............................................. 387
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle)........... 386
Window Washers..................................... 144
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 346
Switch ..................................................... 144
Windows (Opening and Closing)............ 136
Windshield................................................ 144
Cleaning ................................................. 380
Defrosting ....................................... 184, 187
Washer Fluid ........................................... 346
Wiper Blades ........................................... 358
Wipers and Washers................................ 144
Winter Tires.............................................. 370
Snow Tires .............................................. 370
Tire Chains .............................................. 370
Wipers and Washers................................. 144
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 358
WMA................................................. 207, 221
Worn Tires................................................ 362