2016 HONDA ODYSSEY 533

Contents
Child Safety P. 52Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 66Safety Labels P. 67
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 121 Opening and Closing the Sliding Doors P. 127
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 141 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 142
Adjusting the Seats P. 161 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 176
Climate Control System
* P. 198
Audio Error Messages P. 267 General Information on the Audio System P. 272
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver* P. 325 Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 327, 360 Compass* P. 392
When Driving P. 407 Braking P. 436Parking Your Vehicle P. 440
Fuel Economy P. 449 Accessories and Modifications P. 450
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 463 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 475
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 490 Battery P. 499 Remote Transmitter Care P. 500
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 504 Cleaning P. 505
Engine Does Not Start P. 520 Jump Starting P. 523 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 525
Fuses P. 533 Emergency Towing P. 539
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 545 Reporting Safety Defects P. 546 Emissions Testing P. 547
Customer Service Information P. 552
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 25
Instrument PanelP. 69
ControlsP. 107
FeaturesP. 205
DrivingP. 395
MaintenanceP. 451
Handling the UnexpectedP. 509
InformationP. 541
IndexP. 553
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Quick Reference Guide
21
Handling the Unexpected (P509)
Flat Tire (P511)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire under
the floor between the front seats and the
second row seats.
Indicators Come On
(P 528)
●Identify the indica tor and consult the
owner's manual.
Engine Won't Start
(P520)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P533)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P526)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P539)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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450
Driving
Accessories and Modifications
Accessories
When installing accessories, check the following:
• Do not install accessories on the windshield. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.
• Do not install accessories over areas marked SRS AIRBAG, on the sides or backs
of the front seats, on front or side pillars, or near the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
vehicle’s airbags or may be propelled into you or another occupant if the airbags
deploy.
• Be sure electronic accessories do not over load electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
2 Fuses P. 533
•Before installing any electronic accessory, have the inst aller contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a d ealer inspect the final installation.
Modifications
Do not modify your vehicle or use non-Honda components that can affect its
handling, stability, and reliability.
Overall vehicle performance can be affected. Always make sure all equipment is
properly installed and maintained, and th at it meets federal, state, province,
territory, and local regulations.
1 Accessories and Modifications
Honda Genuine accessor ies are recommended to
ensure proper operati on on your vehicle.
3WARNING
Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle's handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner's
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.
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509
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 510
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 511
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 520
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak...521
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 522
Jump Starting .................................... 523
Shift Lever Does Not Move .............. 525
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 526 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 528
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 528
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 529
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On ................................................. 530
If the Low Tire Pressure Indicator Comes On ................................................. 531 If the TPMS Indicator Comes On ...... 531
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 532
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 533
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 538
Emergency Towing ........................... 539
When You Cannot Open or Close the Tailgate ............................................ 540
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.
Check for a message on the multi-information display.
●If the TO START, HOLD REMOTE NEAR START BUTTON message appears
2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 521
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 143
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 499●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 533
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2
Starting the Engine P. 407, 409
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 135
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 92
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 538
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 539
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 523
Models with multi- information display
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533Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working,
turn the ignition switch to LOCK
(0*1 and
check to see if any appl icable fuse is blown.
Located near the windshield washer
reservoir. Push the tabs to open the box.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an
ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Engine Compartment Fuse Box
(Passenger Side)
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1−−
2− −
3ACG FR15 A
4Washer 15 A
5VB SOL7.5 A
6 ECU FR 7.5 A
7−−
8FI Sub 15A
9DBW15 A
10 FI Main 15 A
11Ignition Coil15 A
12− −
13−−
14− −
15Radio20 A
16 Back Up 10 A
17MG Clutch7.5 A
18 Front Fog Lights*(20 A)
19−−
20 Right Headlight High Beam 10 A
21−−
22 Small Lights 10 A
23−−
24 Left Headlight High Beam 10 A
25−−
26 Right Headlight Low Beam 15 A
27Left Headlight Low Beam15 A
28 Oil Level 7.5 A
29Main Fan30 A
30 Sub Fan 30 A
31Wiper Main30 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
Handling the Unexpected
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0*1. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remo ve the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
1 Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage.
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 533 to 537.
There is a fuse puller in the engine compartment fuse
box (passenger side).
Blown Fuse
Blown
Fuse
Fuse Puller
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Index
Fuses.......................................................... 533
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 538
Locations ................. 533, 534, 535, 536, 537
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 449
Gauge ....................................................... 92
Information ............................................. 446
Instant Fuel Economy ........................... 94, 97
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 73
Refueling ................................................. 446
Gauges ......................................................... 92
Gear Shift Lever Positions Automatic Transmission ........................... 413
Glass (care) ........................................ 505, 508
Glove Box .................................................. 178
Grocery Bag Hooks ................................... 187
H
Halogen Bulbs................................... 475, 479
Handling the Unexpected ........................ 509
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)....................... 327, 360
Auto Answer ................................... 342, 374
Automatic Import of Ce llular Phonebook and
Call History .................................... 344, 376
Automatic Transferring .................... 342, 374
Displaying e-mail messages ...................... 389
Displaying Text Me ssages................. 356, 388 HFL Buttons..................................... 327, 360
HFL Menus ...................................... 329, 362
HFL Status Display ........................... 328, 361
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 328, 361
Making a Call .................................. 348, 380
Options During a Call ...................... 354, 385
Phone Setup.................................... 334, 366
Receiving a Call ............................... 353, 384
Receiving a Text Message ........................ 355
Receiving a Text/E-mail Message.............. 386
Ring Tone........................................ 343, 375
Selecting a Mail Account ......................... 387
Speed Dial ....................................... 345, 377
To Create a Security PIN .................. 341, 373
To Set Up a Text Message Options .......... 339
To Set Up a Text/E-mail Message
Options ................................................. 371
Use Contact Photo .................................. 375
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Head Restraints ........................................ 164
Headlights ................................................. 147
Aiming .................................................... 475
Automatic Operation............................... 148
Dimming ......................................... 147, 150
Operating................................................ 147
Heaters (Seat) ........................................... 189
Heating and Cooling System ................... 194
Cooling ................................................... 196
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 196
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 504 Heating................................................... 195
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®) ...................... 327, 360
High Beam Indicator .................................. 77
HondaVAC
TM............................................. 191
I
Identification Numbers Engine and Transmission ......................... 544
Vehicle Identification............................... 544
Ignition Switch ......................................... 142
Illumination Control ................................ 153
Knob ...................................................... 153
Immobilizer System .................................. 135
Indicator ................................................... 78
Indicators .................................................... 70
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................... 73
Blind spot information (BSI) ....................... 83
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 70
Charging System............................... 72, 528
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 82, 416
CRUISE MAIN.................................... 82, 415
Daytime Running Lights ............................ 75
Door and Tailgate Open ...................... 29, 75
Fog Light .................................................. 78
Forward Collision Wa rning (FCW) ............. 80
Fuel Economy ........................................... 82
Hazard Warning........................................ 77
High Beam ................................................ 77
Immobilizer System ................................... 78
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) ................ 81
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