2015 HONDA ODYSSEY airbag

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SAFETYSAFETY
Protecting Infants
An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the 
infant reaches the seat maker’s weight or height limit for the seat, and the infant
is at least one year old. Many experts recommend use of a rear-facing seat for
a child up to two years old if the child’s height and weight are appropriate for a
rear-facing seat.
Child seats must be placed and secured in a rear 
seating position. Rear-facing child seats should
never be installed in a forward-facing position.
When properly installed, a rear-facing child seat may prevent the driver or a front
passenger from moving their seat all the way back, or from locking their seat-back 
in the desired position. If this occurs, we recommend that you install the child 
seat directly behind the front passenger’s seat, move the seat as far forward as 
needed, and leave it unoccupied. Or, you may wish to get a smaller rear-facing
child seat.
Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or
death during a crash.
Always place a rear-facing child seat in the rear seat, not the front.
WARNING
Allowing a child to play with a seat belt or wrap one around their neck can 
result in serious injury or death.
Instruct children not to play with any seat belt and make sure any unused seat 
belt a child can reach is buckled, fully retracted, and locked.
WARNING Protecting Smaller Children
If a child is at least one year old and within the weight range indicated by the child 
seat manufacturer, the child should be properly restrained in a firmly secured 
forward-facing child seat.
We strongly recommend placing a forward-facing
child seat in a rear seating position.
Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat
can be hazardous, even with advanced front airbags 
that automatically turn the passenger’s front airbag 
off. A rear seat is the safest place for a child.
Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat can result in seri\
ous
injury
 or death if the front airbag inflates.
If
 you must place a forward-facing child seat in front, move the vehicle seat 
as far back as possible, and properly restrain the child.
WARNING
Selecting a Child Seat
Most child seats are LATCH-compatible (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren). 
Some have a rigid-type connector, while others have a flexible-type connector. 
Both are equally easy to use. Some existing and previously owned child seats can 
only be installed using the seat belt. Whichever type you choose, follow the child 
seat manufacturer’s use and care instructions as well as the instructions in this
manual. Proper installation is key to maximizing your child’s safety.
In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with LATCH, a LATCH-compatible 
child seat can be installed using the seat belt and a top tether for added security. 
This is because all child seats are required to be designed so that they can be 
secured with a lap belt or the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt. In addition, the 
child seat manufacturer may advise that a seat belt be used to attach a LATCH-
compatible seat once a child reaches a specified weight. Please read the child 
seat owner’s manual for proper installation instructions.
Important considerations when selecting a child seat
Make sure the child seat meets the following three requirements:
• The child seat is the correct type and size for the child.
•  The child seat is the correct type for the seating position.
•  The child seat is compliant with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

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SAFETYSAFETY
Adding Security with a Tether
A tether anchorage point is provided behind each rear seating position. 
Regardless of whether it is installed with LATCH or a seat belt, a child seat that 
comes with a tether should use the tether for additional security.
1. Locate the appropriate tether anchorage point
and lift the cover.
2. Raise the head restraint to its uppermost position,
then route the tether strap through the head
restraint legs. Make sure the strap is not twisted.
3. Secure the tether strap hook onto the anchor.
4. Tighten the tether strap according to the seat
maker’s instructions.
Second-row seatTether anchorage points
Tether anchorage points
Third-row seat
Tetherstrap
hook
AnchorSecond-row outer position
Tetherstrap
hook
Anchor
Second-row center seat
Tetherstrap
hook
Anchor Anchor
Third-row seat
Protecting Larger Children
When a child is too big for a child seat, secure the child in a rear seat using the 
lap/shoulder seat belt.
Have the child sit upright and all the way back, then ensure the following:
• The child’s knees bend comfortably over the edge 
of the seat.
• 
The shoulder belt crosses between the child’s 
neck and arm.
• 
The lap part of the seat belt is as low as possible, 
touching the child’s thighs.
•  The child can stay seated for the whole trip.
If a lap/shoulder belt cannot be used properly, position the child in a booster seat 
in a rear seating position. For the child’s safety, check that the child meets the
booster seat manufacturer’s recommendations.
Some U.S. states and Canadian provinces/territories require children to use a 
booster seat until they reach a given age or weight (e.g., 6 years or 60 lbs). Be sure 
to check current laws in the state or province/territory where you intend to drive.
Allowing a child age 12 or under to sit in the front can result in injur\
y or death
if the passenger’s front airbag inflates.
If a larger child must ride in front, move the vehicle seat as far to the rear as 
possible, then have the child sit up properly and wear the seat belt properly, 
using a booster seat if needed.
WARNING

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INSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL
Learn about the indicators, gauges, and displays related to driving the vehicle.
Indicators briefly appear with each engine start and then go out. Red and amber 
indicators are most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for gen\
eral
information.
Malfunction Indicators
These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit while driving or at 
any other time, there may be a problem. See your dealer if necessary.
Brake system
• Brake fluid is low.
• The brake system has a problem.
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check 
the brake fluid level when you stop. If abnormal, take immediate action. If 
necessary, downshift the transmission to slow the vehicle using engine
braking. Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Low oil pressure
Engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. Open the hood. Check the oil 
level, and add oil if necessary (see page 126). If the indicator does not turn 
off, have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Charging system
The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off 
the vehicle to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repaired 
immediately.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioners. 
Smart Entry system*
There is a problem with the smart entry system.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Canada
U.S.
*if equipped
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
• The emissions control system may have a problem, or the fuel cap is loose  
or missing.
• (Blinks) A misfire in the engine’s cylinders is detected. Stop in a safe place, 
and wait for the engine to cool down.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has 
normal braking ability, but no anti-lock function. 
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)*
There is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system, or the vehicle is 
fitted with the compact spare tire.
Power tailgate*
There is a problem with the power tailgate system. You can still open the 
power tailgate manually.
Power sliding doors*
There is a problem with the power sliding door system. You can still open the 
power sliding doors manually.
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)*
There is a problem with the DRL system.
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) system
There is a problem with the VSA system.
Brake system
There is a problem with the brake override system.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) system*
There is a problem with the FCW system.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) system*
There is a problem with the LDW system.
Starter system*
There is a problem with the starter system.
Blind Spot Indicator (BSI) system*
There is a problem with the BSI system.
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U.S.SYSTEM
CanadaU.S.
Canada
U.S.
CanadaU.S.
*if equipped

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VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS
Wiper Operation
The windshield wipers and washers can be used when the vehicle is on.
Front Wipers
Move the wiper lever up or down to the desired
position.
Headlight-Wiper Integration*When the headlights are in the AUTO position,
they automatically turn on when the front
wipers operate several times within a certain
interval. The headlights turn off shortly after
the wipers are turned off, or if there is enough
ambient light.
Intermittent Wipers
When you move the lever to the INT position, 
the wipers operate based on the wiper delay.
Adjust the wiper delay using the adjustment ring.
Rear WiperWhen you shift to Reverse (R) and the front
wipers are activated, the rear wiper activates
even if the switch is off.
ON: Intermittent
OFF
Washer
Intermittent timeadjustment ring Pull to
use
washer.
MIST
OFF
INT: Low speed intermittent
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry. The windshield will get 
scratched, or the rubber blades will get damaged.
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the windshield, becoming stuck. 
Operating the wipers in this condition may damage the wipers. Use the de\
froster
to warm the windshield, or manually clear the windshield of ice and snow
before turning on the wipers.
NOTICE
Adjusting the Seats
Make seat adjustments before driving to ensure the best comfort and safety.
Adjusting the Front Seats
Adjust the driver’s seat as far back as possible while 
allowing you to maintain full control of the vehicle.
You should be able to sit upright and well back in the 
seat, adequately press the pedals without leaning 
forward, and grip the steering wheel comfortably. 
The passenger’s seat should be adjusted so that it 
is as far back from the front airbag in the dashboard 
as possible.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada
recommend that drivers allow at least 10 inches (25 cm) between the center of the 
steering wheel and the chest.
Reclining the seat-back too far can result in serious injury or death in a crash.
Adjust the seat-back to an upright position, and sit well back in the seat.
WARNING
Move back and allow sufficient space.
Horizontal position
adjustment
Height
adjustment
(Driver’s seat only) Lu
mbar support
adjustment*
(Driver’s seat only)
Seat-back angle
adjustment
Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious injury or death if the 
front airbags inflate.
Always sit as far back from the front airbags as possible while maintaining 
control of the vehicle.
WARNING
*if equipped*if equipped
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INDEX
INDEX
INDEX
ABS .............................................................25
Active Head Restraints ...................................43Address .............................................................87Advanced Airbags .............................................9Aha™  .............................................................73Aha™ Commands ...........................................148Airbags  ...............................................................9About Your Airbags ......................................11Advanced Airbags .........................................9Airbag Care ...................................................14Front Airbags (SRS) .......................................9Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................12Side Airbags ..................................................10Side Curtain Airbags ....................................10
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Indicator ............................................. 11
System Components
....................................13System Indicators ........................................11
Air Conditioning System ..................................52
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
................25, 97
Audio Commands ...........................................147
Audio Operation ...............................................56Auxiliary Input Jack .....................................56
Bluetooth® Audio ...................................62, 71Compact Disc (CD) .................................60, 68DVD  .............................................................74FM/AM Radio ..........................................59, 66Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio .....................69HDMI  .............................................................75HondaLink featuring Aha™ ........................73Intelligent Multi-Information Display
(i-MID) ..........................................58, 64iPod® .......................................................61, 70Pandora® .................................................63, 72Rear Audio Commands ..............................149Rear Entertainment System ........................74
SiriusXM® Radio ...........................................67Sound .............................................................56
Steering Wheel Controls .............................57
Touchscreen Operation ..............................65USB Flash Drive ............................................61
USB Port ........................................................56
Wireless Headphones .................................75Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...........48
Automatic Headlights ......................................39
AUX Commands .............................................. 148
Auxiliary Input Jack .........................................56Battery ...........................................................128Blind Spot Information (BSI) ..................25, 102
Bluetooth® Audio .......................................62, 71Bluetooth® Audio Commands ......................148
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) .................78
Call History ....................................................82
E-Mail  .............................................................83
HFL Controls ..................................................78
Making a Call ................................................81
Pairing a Phone ........................................... 80
Phonebook ....................................................81
SMS Text Messaging ..................................83Speed Dial .....................................................82
Voice Recognition Tips ................................79
Brake Assist System ........................................ 97
Brake system
..............................................24, 25Braking .............................................................96
Brightness Control ...........................................38BSI  ...............................................25, 27, 102
Call History ........................................................82Carbon Monoxide Gas....................................... 4
Cargo Area Lights ............................................39
Change a Setting ..............................................55
Changing a Flat Tire .......................................111
Changing Wiper Blades ................................129
Charging system ............................................... 24
Child Safety
.......................................................15Childproof Door Locks .................................33
Protecting Child Passengers ......................15Protecting Infants ........................................16
Protecting Larger Children .........................21
Protecting Smaller Children .......................17
Child Seat ..........................................................17
Adding Security with a Tether ...................20LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ....................18
Selecting a Child Seat .................................17
Climate Control Commands ..........................146
Climate Control System ...................................53Clock .............................................................55Compact Disc (CD) .....................................60, 68Contact Us .......................................................141Coolant ...........................................................127
Cool Box ............................................................. 51
Cruise Control
.............................................27, 98Customer Information.................................... 140Customized Features .......................................55Dashboard and Ceiling Controls ......................2Daytime Running Lights (DRL)........................25
Destination ........................................................87Detour  .............................................................89Dialing a Number .............................................81Door Mirrors .....................................................48Doors  .......................................................31, 33Sliding Doors .................................................34DOT Tire Quality Grading ..............................135Driving  .............................................................90Blind Spot Information (BSI) ....................102
Braking ...........................................................96
Cruise Control ...............................................98 Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
...........100
Ignition ...........................................................95Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ..............101
LaneWatch™ ................................................99
Maximum Load Limit ....................................91
Multi-View Rear Camera ..........................105
Parking Sensor System .............................103
Power Mode .................................................95
Rearview Camera .......................................104
Refueling ......................................................106
Shifting ...........................................................96
Towing a Trailer ............................................93Driving Position Memory System ..................47DRL  .............................................................25Dual Screen ......................................................77DVD  .............................................................74ECO indicator ....................................................27Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ..................97Emergency Engine Stop ................................110Emergency Towing ........................................110Engine and Fuel ..............................................139Engine Coolant................................................ 127Engine Oil......................................................... 125ENGINE START/STOP button .........................95Exterior lights ..............................................27, 39
Fastening a Seat Belt ........................................7FCW ...............................................25, 27, 100
Find Nearest Place ..........................................88
Find Place Commands ...................................144Flat Tire ...........................................................111
Floor Mats .........................................................43Fluids ...........................................................139FM/AM Radio ..............................................59, 66FM/AM Radio Commands .............................147
FM Traffic ..........................................................89
Fog lights .....................................................27, 39
Foot Brake .........................................................96
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) ...25, 27, 100Frequently Asked Questions ........................140Front Airbags (SRS) ...........................................9
Front Seats ........................................................41
Front Wipers .....................................................40Fuel Information .............................................106
Fuse Locations ................................................ 115
Garage Opener
.................................................49Hang-Up/Back button...................................... 78Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio .........................69Hazards  .............................................................27HDMI  .............................................................75Headlight-Wiper Integration ..........................40
Head Restraints ................................................42High beams .......................................................27
Home Address ..................................................87
HomeLink® Garage Opener ............................49HondaLink featuring Aha™ ............................73 Honda Roadside Assistance
........................142
HondaVAC® .......................................................50Hood ...........................................................124Ignition  .............................................................95i-MID  .......................................................58, 64Immobilizer ........................................................27Info buttons .......................................................29Info Commands............................................... 149Information Display..........................................28Instrument Panel ..............................................24Condition Indicators ....................................26Malfunction Indicators ................................24On/Off Indicators ..........................................27Intelligent Multi-Information Display
(i-MID) ..........................................58, 64Interface dial............................................... 79, 85Interface Dial Feedback..................................86Interior Lights.................................................... 38Intermittent Wipers..........................................40
iPod® .......................................................61, 70iPod® Commands ...........................................148
Jump Starting .................................................107Key .............................................................30Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ......25, 27, 101
LaneWatch™ ....................................................99Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts ...................................5LATCH-Compatible Child Seat ........................18LDW  ...............................................25, 27, 101Light Bulbs....................................................... 139Lights .............................................................38Locking the Doors ............................................31
Locking the Tailgate .........................................31Lock Tab .............................................................33Low fuel .............................................................26
Low oil pressure ...............................................24
Low tire pressure .............................................26
Maintenance ................................................... 121
Maintenance Minder™ .......................27, 122
Safety Precautions ....................................121
Service Codes .............................................123
Under the Hood ..........................................124
Malfunction indicator lamp ............................25Map Display Commands ...............................143
Map Legend ......................................................89
Map Lights ......................................................... 38
Master Door Lock Switch ...............................33
Maximum Load Limit ........................................ 91
MENU button ............................58, 64, 78, 79, 85Mirrors .............................................................48
Moonroof ...........................................................37Multi-Information Display ...............................29
Multi-View Rear Camera ..............................105
Navigation .........................................................84
Detour ............................................................89Display and Controls ....................................85

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INDEX
INDEX
Entering a Destination .................................87
Find Nearest Place ......................................88
Home Address ..............................................87
Map Legend ..................................................89
Place Category .............................................88
Routing ...........................................................89
Steering Wheel Controls .............................84
Street Address ..............................................87Traffic .............................................................89
Voice Command Tips ...................................84
Navigation Commands ..................................143
One-Motion Third-Row Magic Seat .............46
One-Touch Turn Signal ....................................39
On-screen Commands ...................................149
Overheating ..................................................... 109
Pairing a Phone
................................................80
Pandora® .....................................................63, 72Pandora® Commands ....................................148Parking brake..............................................26, 96Parking Sensor System .................................103Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .....................12Phone .............................................................80
Phonebook ........................................................81PHONE button .............................................78, 79
Phone Commands ..........................................149Pick-Up button ..................................................78
Place Category .................................................88Playing a DVD ...................................................74Power Door Mirrors......................................... 48
Power Mode .....................................................95
Power Moonroof ..............................................37
Power sliding doors ...................................25, 34
Power tailgate ............................................25, 32
Power Windows ...............................................36
Readiness Codes ............................................ 138
Rear Audio Commands ..................................149
Rear Entertainment System (RES) .................74Dual Screen ..................................................77DVD  .............................................................74HDMI  .............................................................75
Remote Control .............................................76
Wireless Headphones .................................75
Rear Seats .........................................................44
Rearview Camera ........................................... 104
Rearview Mirror
...............................................48
Rear Wiper ........................................................40
Refueling .......................................................... 106
Remote Battery Strength
..............................107
Remote Control .................................................76
Remote Transmitter .........................................30Reporting Safety Defects................................ 23Reverse Tilt Door Mirrors ...............................48
Roadside Assistance .....................................142
Route Commands ...........................................145Routing .............................................................89
Safety Information .............................................3Carbon Monoxide Gas ...................................4Childproof Door Locks .................................33
Child Safety ...................................................15Reporting Safety Defects ............................23Safety Label Locations ................................22
Safety Messages ...........................................3
Seat Belts ............................................................5
Fastening a Seat Belt ....................................7Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts ...............................5Seat Belt Inspection ......................................6
Seat Belt Reminder ......................................26Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor .............8
Shoulder Anchor ............................................7
Seat Heaters .....................................................54Seats .............................................................41
Front Seats ....................................................41
Second-Row Seats ..........................44, 45, 46Third-Row Seats .....................................44, 46Select/reset knob .............................................28SEL/RESET button ............................................29
Service Codes ................................................. 123
Settings .............................................................55SETTINGS button .....................58, 64, 78, 79, 85Setting the Clock ..............................................55Shifting .............................................................96Shift Lever Does Not Move ..........................108
Shoulder Anchor ................................................7Side Airbags...................................................... 10Side Curtain Airbags........................................10
SiriusXM® Radio ...............................................67
SiriusXM® Radio Commands ........................147Sliding Doors..................................................... 34Smart Entry system ....................................24, 31
SMS Text Messaging ......................................83Song By Voice™ Commands ........................149Sound .............................................................56
Specifications .................................................139Speed Dial .........................................................82
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Indicator ....................................... 11, 24
Starter system
..................................................25
Steering Wheel ................................................. 47
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls ............1
Steering Wheel Controls ...........................57, 84
Street Address .................................................. 87
System Guidance Volume
...............................86
System message ..............................................26Tailgate .............................................................31Talk button .........................................................78
Text Messaging ................................................83
Third-Row Magic Seat ....................................46
Tire Chains .......................................................133Tire Information ..............................................131DOT Tire Quality Grading ..........................135
Inflation Guidelines ....................................131Tire and Loading Information Label ........132
Tire and Wheel Replacement ...................132Tire Identification Number (TIN) ..............134Tire Labeling ................................................134
Tire Service Life ..........................................133
Tire Terminology .........................................134Wear Indicators .........................................131
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
...............................25, 111, 136Tires ...........................................................139
Tongue load .......................................................93
Touchscreen .....................................................65
Towing (emergency) ......................................110
Towing a Trailer ................................................93TPMS .............................................25, 111, 136Traffic .............................................................89
Troubleshooting ..............................................140
Turn Signal ..................................................27, 39
Under the Hood ..............................................124Unlocking the Doors ........................................31
Unlocking the Tailgate .....................................31
USB Commands .............................................. 148
USB Flash Drive................................................ 61
USB Port ............................................................56Vacuum .............................................................50
Vehicle Controls ...............................................30Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®) ..........25, 26, 97Visual Index......................................................... 1Voice Command Index ..................................143
Voice Prompt ....................................................86
Voice Prompt Volume ......................................86
Voice Recognition Tips ..............................79, 84
VSA® ...........................................25, 26, 27, 97Warranty Coverages .....................................142Wear Indicators .............................................131
Windows ............................................................ 36
Window Washer Fluid
...................................128
Winter Tires .....................................................133
Wiper Blades ..................................................129
Wiper Operation ...............................................40
Wireless Headphones .....................................75