2013 HONDA ODYSSEY fuel cap

17Quick Reference Guide
VSA® OFF Button
(P301)
●The vehicle stability assist (VSA®) system
helps stabilize the vehicle during
cornering, and helps maintain traction
while accelerating on loose or slippery
road surfaces.
●VSA® comes on automatically every time
you start the engine.
●To turn VSA® on or off, press and hold
the button until you hear a beep.
Cruise Control
(P297)
●Cruise control allows you to maintain a
set speed without keeping your foot on
the accelerator pedal.
●To use cruise control, press the CRUISE
button, then press once you
have achieved the desired speed (above
25 mph or 40 km/h).
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
(P302)
●TPMS monitors tire pressure.
●TPMS is turned on automatically every
time you start the engine.
DECEL/SET
Refueling
(P318)
Fuel recommendation: Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane number 87 or
higher required
Fuel tank capacity: 21 US gal (79.5 L)a
Pull the fuel fill door
release handle.
b
Turn the fuel fill cap
slowly to remove the
cap.
c
Place the cap in the
holder on the fuel fill
door.
d
After refueling, screw
the cap back on until it
clicks at least once.

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uuIndicatorsuMulti-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
*
Instrument Panel
Multi-Information Display Warning and Information Messages
*
The following messages appear only on the multi-information display. Press the / (information) button to see the message again
with the system message indicator on.
Message
Condition
Explanation
●Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not
installed.
2Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 399
●Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due
soon.●Consequently, SERVICE DUE NOW and SERVICE
PAST DUE follow.
2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Multi-
Information Display P. 332
●Appears when the ignition key is turned to
ACCESSORY
(q
from ON
(w
. (The driver’s door is
closed.)
—
●Appears when you open the driver's door while the
ignition key is in LOCK
(0
.
●Remove the key from the ignition switch.
●Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high.
2Overheating P. 396
* Not available on all models

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uuGauges and DisplaysuInformation Display
*
Instrument Panel
Appears when the fuel fill cap is loose or is not installed.2Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message P. 399Appears when there is a problem with the sensor on the battery.2Checking the Battery P. 371■
Check Fuel Cap
■
Check Batt Sensor

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uuRefuelinguHow to Refuel
Driving
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.
For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit www.hondacars.com. In Canada, visit
www.honda.ca for additional information on gasoline. For more information on top
tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com.■Fuel tank capacity: 21 US gal (79.5 liters)How to Refuel
1.Stop your vehicle with the service station
pump on the left side of the vehicle in the
rear.
2.Turn off the engine.
3.Pull on the fuel fill door release handle
under the lower left corner of the
dashboard.
uThe fuel fill door opens.
1How to Refuel
3
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.
You can be burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
•Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks,
and flame away.
•Handle fuel only outdoors.
•Wipe up spills immediately.
Pull

uuRefuelinguHow to Refuel
320Driving
4.Remove the fuel fill cap slowly. If you hear a
release of air, wait until this stops, then turn
the knob slowly to open the fuel fill cap.
5.Place the fuel fill cap in the holder.
6.Insert the fuel filler nozzle fully.
uWhen the tank is full, the filler nozzle will
click off automatically. This leaves space
in the fuel tank in case the fuel expands
with a change in the temperature.
7.After filling, replace the fuel fill cap,
tightening it until you hear it click at least
once.
uShut the fuel fill door by hand.
1How to Refuel
The filler nozzle automatically stops to leave space in
the fuel tank so that fuel does not overflow as a result
of changes in air temperature.
If the filler nozzle keeps turning off when the tank is
not full, there may be a problem with the pump's fuel
vapor recovery system. Try filling at another pump. If
this does not fix the problem, consult a dealer.
Do not continue to add fuel after the nozzle has
automatically stopped. Additional fuel can exceed
the full tank capacity.
Cap
CapHolder

399
uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
■Reasons for indicator lamp to come on or blink
•Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system, or the fuel fill cap is missing, or loose.
•Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.■What to do when the indicator lamp comes on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a
dealer.■What to do when the indicator lamp blinks
Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
10 minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
■The message appears on when:
An evaporative system leak is detected. This may be caused by the fuel fill cap being
loose or not being installed.■What to do when the message appears:
1.Stop the engine.
2.Check that the fuel fill cap is fully installed.
uIf not, loosen the cap, and then retighten it until it clicks at least once.
3.Drive for several days of normal driving.
uThe message should go off.■When the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
Malfunction indicator lamp comes on if the system continues to detect a leak of
gasoline vapor. If this happens, check the fuel fill cap using the procedures described
above.■
Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message
1If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or BlinksNOTICEIf you drive with the malfunction indicator lamp on,
the emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.
If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at
31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle
inspected.

412Information
Specifications■Vehicle Specifications*1: LX modelModel
Honda Odyssey
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 2nd Row 3 (2*1)
3rd Row 3
Total 8 (7*1)
Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating
U.S.: 6,019 lbs (2,730 kg)
Canada: 2,730 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)
U.S.: 2,910 lbs (1,320 kg)
Canada: 1,320 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)
U.S.: 3,197 lbs (1,450 kg)
Canada: 1,450 kg
Gross Combined
Weight Rating
U.S.: 8,477 lbs (3,845 kg)
Canada: 3,845 kg
Air Conditioning:Refrigerant Type
HFC-134a (R-134a)
Charge Quantity
24.7 – 26.5 oz (700 – 750 g)
Lubricant Type
ND-OIL8
■Engine Specifications
■Fuel
■Battery
■Washer FluidDisplacement
212 cu-in (3,471 cm
3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKR7A11G
Fuel:
Type
Unleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 21 US gal (79.5 ℓ)
Capacity/Type
60AH(5)/72AH(20)
Tank Capacity
U.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 ℓ)
Canada: 4.5 US qt (4.3 ℓ)
■Light Bulbs*1: Not available on all modelsHeadlights (Low Beam)
35W (D2S)
*1
55W (H11)
Headlights (High Beam) 60W (HB3)
Fog Lights
*1
55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side
Marker Lights28/8W
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)
*1
LED
Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillights 21/5W
Rear Turn Signal Lights
21W (Amber)
Back-Up Lights 21W
Tail-lights
3CP
High-Mount Brake Light 16W
Rear License Plate Lights
5W
Map Lights (Front) 8W
Map Lights (Rear)
5W
Cargo Area Light 8W
Vanity Mirror Lights
1.4W
Door Courtesy Lights 3.8W (2CP)
Glove Box Light
1.4W
Foot Light
*1
LED

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