2020 HONDA ODYSSEY service

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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along with the Warning Message
Handling the Unexpected
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
• Change the gear position to
(N after starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the instrume nt panel and the indicator
on the
(N button light/blink.
2 Starting the Engine P. 542
1If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message
You may not be able to turn on the engine.
Make sure to set the parking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 735
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735
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the only way you can safely transport your vehicle.
Any other towing method will dama ge the vehicle’s drive system.
1Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
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Information
This chapter includes your vehicle’s specifications, locations of identification numbers, and other
information required by regulation.
Specifications.................................... 744
Identification Numbers Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, and Transmission
Number ......................................... 746
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ....... 747
Reporting Safety Defects ................. 748
Emissions Testing Testing of Readiness Codes.............. 749
Warranty Coverages ........................ 751
Authorized Manuals ......................... 753
Customer Service Information ......... 754
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Information
Authorized Manuals
■Service Express
For electronic copies of service publications, you can purchase a subscription to
Service Express. Visit www.techinfo.honda.com for pricing and options.
■For U.S. Owners
Manuals can be purchased from Helm Incorporated. You can order a manual by
phone at 1 (800) 782-4356 (credit ca rd orders only), or online at www.helminc.com.
■For Canadian Owners
Please contact a dealer to order any manuals that you may require.
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Information
Customer Service Information
Honda dealership personnel are trained professionals who should be able to deal
with any problems you may encounter with your vehicle. If, however, you are faced
with a problem that they cannot resolv e to your satisfaction, contact Honda
Customer Services.
U.S. Owners
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Honda Automobile Customer Services
Mail Stop 100-5E-8A
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
Tel: 1 (800) 999-1009 Canadian Owners
Honda Canada Inc.
Customer Relations
180 Honda Boulevard
Markham, ON
L6C 0H9
Tel: 1-888-9-HONDA-9
Fax: 1-877-939-0909
E-mail: [email protected]
In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin
Islands
Bella International
P.O. Box 190816
San Juan, PR 00919-0816
Tel: 1 (787) 620-75461 Customer Service Information
When you call or write, pl ease give us the following
information:
•Vehicle Identification Number
2Vehicle Identification Number (VIN),
Engine Number, and Transmission
Number P. 746
•Date of purchase•Odometer reading of your vehicle
•Your name, address, and telephone number
•A detailed description of the problem•Name of the dealer who sold the vehicle to you
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Index
C
CabinTalkTM.............................................. 527
CabinWatchTM........................................... 526
Car Wash Mode ........................................ 554
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 80
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 242
Carrying Cargo ................................. 531, 533
CD Player .................................................. 336
Center Pocket ........................................... 233
Certification Label ................................... 746
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 664
Charging System Indicator ................ 87, 722
Child Safety ................................................ 62
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 159
Child Seat ................................................... 62
Booster Seats ............................................ 79
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 64
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 65
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 72
Larger Children ......................................... 78
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 64
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 66
Using a Tether .......................................... 74
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 159
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 697
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 694 Climate Control System
.................... 251, 256
Changing the Mode ........................ 251, 256
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ....................................... 252, 258
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 693
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 251
Sensors ............................................ 255, 262
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 251, 256
Clock .......................................................... 144
Coat Hooks ................................................ 241
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) Indicator ............................ 99, 100
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 705, 745
Console Box .............................................. 231
Console Compartment with Lid ............... 232
Controls ..................................................... 143
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 659
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 660
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 659
Overheating ............................................ 719
Temperature Gauge ................................ 119
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 549
Cruise Control ........................................... 566
Indicator .................................................... 95
Cup Holders .............................................. 234
Customer Service Information ................. 754
Customized Features ........................ 134, 448
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 196
Dead Battery ............................................. 717
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 472
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ......................................... 252, 258
Detachable Anchor .................................... 43
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 747
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 192
Rearview Mirror....................................... 209
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 655
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 191
Door Mirrors ............................................. 210
Doors ......................................................... 146
Auto Door Locking .................................. 160
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 160
Door and Tailgate Open Message .............. 37
Keys ........................................................ 146
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .............................................. 156
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Outside ........................................... 149
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 155
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 682
Driver Information Interface ................... 120
Accessing Content .................................. 122
Warning and Information Messages ........ 102
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Index
Radiator .................................................. 660
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone ........................................... 691
Remote Transmitter ................................ 690
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 664
Safety ..................................................... 643
Service Items ........................................... 648
Tires........................................................ 679
Transmission Fluid ................................... 661
Under the Hood ...................................... 651
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............. 86, 723
Map Lights ................................................ 229
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 533
Meters, Gauges ........................................ 119
Mirrors ...................................................... 209
Adjusting ................................................ 209
Door ....................................................... 210
Exterior ................................................... 210
Interior Rearview ..................................... 209
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 700
Moonroof ................................................. 187
MP3/WMA/AAC ................ 283, 336, 342, 345
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 635
My Honda Music ...................................... 345
N
Navigation................................................ 126
Near Field Communication (NFC) ............ 360
Now Playing ............................................. 130
Numbers (Identification) ......................... 746
O
Odometer.................................................. 121
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 654
Adding .................................................... 656
Checking ................................................. 655
Displaying Maintenance Minder Information ........................................... 646
Low Oil Pressure Symbol .......................... 722
Oil Life ..................................................... 128
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 654
Viscosity .................................................. 654
Open Source Licenses ............................... 394
Opening/Closing Hood ....................................................... 652
Moonroof................................................ 187
Power Windows ...................................... 184
Sliding Doors ........................................... 172
Tailgate ................................................... 161
Outside Temperature Display .................. 121
Overheating .............................................. 719
P
Panic Mode............................................... 183
Parking ...................................................... 624
Parking Brake ........................................... 607
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator
(Amber) ............................................. 85, 725
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator (Red) .......................................... 84, 724, 725 Parking Sensor System
............................. 626
Passenger Front Airb ag Off Indicator....... 60
Passing Indicators ..................................... 192
Phone ........................................................ 129
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 286, 349
Power Sliding Doors ................................. 174
Unable to Close....................................... 739
Power Tailgate ......................................... 163
Unable to Open....................................... 737
Power Windows ....................................... 184
Precautions While Driving
Rain ........................................................ 548
Pregnant Women ....................................... 45
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 705
R
Radiator.................................................... 660
Radio (FM/AM) ................................. 278, 322
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 326
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 279, 324
Range ........................................................ 125
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 279, 324
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 749
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 203
Rear Entertainment System ..................... 400
Rear Seats (Folding Down) ...................... 221
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 209
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