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       DRIVING
DRIVING
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INDEX
VISUAL INDEX
VOICE COMMAND 
INDEX
SAFETY 
INFORMATION
CUSTOMER 
INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT PANEL
SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE 
CONTROLS 
MAINTENANCE
AUDIO AND 
CONNECTIVITY
HANDLING THE  UNEXPECTED
BLUETOOTH® 
HANDSFREELINK®
DRIVING
HONDALINK®
NAVIGATION
 Starting the Ignition*
Insert the key into the ignition and turn to turn on the vehicle or star\
t the engine.
0 LOCK: Insert and remove the key in this position.
I ACCESSORY: Operate the audio system and other 
accessories in this position. 
II ON: This is the position when driving.
III START: This position is for starting the engine. 
The switch returns to ON when you release the key.
Starting to Drive
Turn on the vehicle and start the engine to begin driving. 
 Before Starting the Engine
Check that the shift lever is in Park (P), then press the 
brake pedal. Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal 
when starting the engine.
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in thinner air found a\
t altitudes 
above 8,000 feet (2,400 m). When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off 
all electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control system, a\
nd rear 
defogger in order to reduce battery drain.
*if equipped
 Changing the Power Mode*Use the eNGINe START/STOP button to cycle through power modes or start the 
engine. 
Accessory or On mode: Press the eNGINe START/
STOP button once without pressing the brake pedal 
for Accessory mode. Press it again for On mode.
Starting the engine: Press and hold the brake pedal, 
then press the eNGINe START/STOP button. Keep 
your foot firmly on the brake pedal when starting the 
engine.
Turning the vehicle off: Shift to Park (P), then press the eNGINe START/STOP 
button. If you press the button and the shift lever is not in Park (P)\
, the vehicle 
goes into Accessory mode.
Brake pedal
 ShiftingChange the shift position based on your driving needs.
Park (P): Used for parking or starting/stopping the 
engine. Press the brake pedal, then press the release 
button to shift.
Reverse (R): Used for reversing.
Neutral (N): Used for idling.
Drive (D): Used for normal driving.
D4: Press the D4 button when the shift lever is in 
Drive. Used for going up or down hills or towing a 
trailer in hilly terrain.
Low (L): Used for stronger engine power and braking 
when driving in hilly terrain.
When you change the shift lever from D to R and vice versa, come to a co\
mplete 
stop and keep the brake pedal depressed. Operating the shift lever befor\
e the 
vehicle has come to a complete standstill can damage the transmission.
Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the accelerator pedal. You could 
damage the transmission.
NOTICE
Braking
Slow down or stop your vehicle, and keep it from moving when parked.
 Foot Brake Press the brake pedal to slow down or stop your 
vehicle from moving. 
 Parking BrakeKeep the vehicle from moving when it is parked.
To apply: Press the parking brake with your foot. 
To release: Press the brake pedal, then press the 
parking brake until it releases. 
Release 
button
D4  
button
Brake pedal
Parking
brake  

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       CUSTOMER INFORMATION
SPECIFICATIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INDEX
VISUAL INDEX
VOICE COMMAND 
INDEX
SAFETY 
INFORMATION
CUSTOMER 
INFORMATION
INSTRUMENT PANEL
SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE 
CONTROLS 
MAINTENANCE
AUDIO AND 
CONNECTIVITY
HANDLING THE  UNEXPECTED
BLUETOOTH® 
HANDSFREELINK®
DRIVING
HONDALINK®
NAVIGATION
 Vehicle
 Engine and Fuel
 Tires
 Light Bulbs
 Fluids
*1: LX mode l
ModelHonda OdysseyNo. of Passengers:
Front 2
Rear 2nd Row3 (2
*1)
3r d Row3
Tota l
8 (7*1)Weights:
Gross Vehicle  
Weight Rating Gross Axle Weight  U.S.: 6,019 lbs (2,730 kg
)
Canada: 2,730 kgRating (Front)
Gross Axle Weight  U.S.: 2,910 lbs (1,320 kg
)
Canada: 1,320 kgRating (Rear)
Gross Combined  U.S.: 3,340 lbs (1,515 kg
)
Canada: 1,515 kg
Weight Rating
U.S.: 8,565 lbs (3,885 kg )
Canada: 3,885 kg
Air Conditioning:Refrigerant Type Charge Quantit yLubricant Type
HFC-134a (R-134a)
24.9 – 26.6 oz (705 – 755 g)
ND-OIL8
Engine Speci cation s
FuelDisplacement212 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plug sN GKDILZKR7A11 G
Fuel:
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane 
number of  87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacit y21 US gal (79.5  )
*1:T ouring models
Regula rSizeP235/65R17 103TP235/60R18 102T*1Pressure 
psi(kPa[kgf/cm2])33 (23 0 [2.3])
35 (24 0 [2.4])*1
Compact  
Spar e Size
T135/80D17 103M
Pressure 
ps i(kPa[kgf/cm2]) 60 (42
0 [4.2])
Wheel Siz eRegular17 x 7J
18 x 7J*1Compact Spar e17 x 4T
Headlights (Low Beam)35W (D2S )*55W (H11)
60W (HB3 )
21W
5W 21W (Amber)*Head lights (High Beam )Fog Lights*55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal/Park ing/Side  
Marker Lights 28/8
W
Side Turn Si gnal Lights  
(on Door Mirrors)*
 LE
D
Brake Lights
Rear Side Marker/TaillightsLE D
Rear Turn Signal Lights
Back-Up Lights21W D
E
L
s
t
h
g
i
l
l
i
a
T
High-Mount Brake Ligh t16W
Rear License Plate Lights
Map Lights (F ront)5W
5W
1.4W
1.4W
Map Lights (Rear)
Cargo Area Ligh
t8W
Vanity Mirror Lights
Door Courtesy Lights3.8W (2CP )
Glove Box Li ght
Foot Ligh t*LED
Brake Fluid
Automatic Transmission Flui
d
Speci e dHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT  3
Speci edHonda ATF DW- 1
(automatic transmission  uid )
Ca pacity Change 3.3 US qt (3.1 )
Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
Recommended·Honda Genuine Motor Oil 0W-2 0
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oi l
Capacity Change
4.2 US qt (4.0  )
Change  
including 
 lter 4.5 US qt (4.3  )
Speci e
dHonda Long-Life Anti freeze/Coolant Type2
Rati o5 0/50 with distilled wate r
Capacity1.93 US gal (7.3  ) 
(change in cluding the remaining 
0.225 US gal (0.85  ) in the reserve tank )
Washer Fluid
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5  )
Canada: 4.5 US qt (4.3  )
SPECIFICATIONS
*if equipped
Learn about information specific to you as a Honda customer and how to\
 get help.
Frequently Asked Questions/Troubleshooting
Below are some frequently asked questions and troubleshooting items that\
 you may 
have about the vehicle.
Q:  How do I set the vehicle clock?
A:  For vehicles without navigation, see page 55. For vehicles with navigati\
on, the 
  time is automatically set using GPS signals.
Q:  Why doesn’t the vehicle start when I press the ENGINE START/STOP button*?
A:  The brake pedal must be pressed to start the engine.
Q:  What is the AUTO setting on my headlight lever?
A:  When in the AUTO position, the vehicle’s exterior lights will automatically turn 
  on or off depending on the ambient lighting.
Q:  Why won’t the driver’s door unlock when I grab the door handle, even though 
  the keyless access remote is within range?
A:  If you pull the handle too quickly, the system may not have time to confirm the 
  door is unlocked. Wait to hear a beep to confirm the door is unlocked. If you are 
  wearing gloves, the system may be slow to respond.
Q:  After my battery was disconnected or went dead, the audio system is aski\
ng for 
  a code. Where do I find this?
A:  In most cases, you do not need to enter a code. Turn on the vehicle and the 
  audio system, and press and hold the power button until the system react\
ivates.
Q:  Why can’t I operate Pandora through the audio system?
A:  Audio may be streaming through Bluetooth Audio. Make sure Pandora mode 
  is selected and the phone cable is properly connected to the USB adapter\
. 
  Some phones may prompt you to “Allow” a connection.
Q:  Is my phone compatible with Bluetooth features?
A: visit  handsfreelink.honda.com (U.S.) or www.handsfreelink.ca (Canada) to 
  check phone compatibility for Bluetooth Audio, Bluetooth HandsFreeLink, 
  and SMS text messaging.
Q:  Every time I press the Talk button, the system gives me voice prompts. Can I turn 
  these off?*
A:  Press the SeTTINGS button. Use the interface dial to select System Settings  
  then v oice Rec. For the v oice Prompt option, select Off.
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
*if equipped