2020 HONDA ODYSSEY stop start

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uuEngine Does Not Start uIf the Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Remote Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears on the driver information interface, the ENGINE START/STOP button
flashes, and the engine won’t start, start the engine as follows:
1.Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the H logo on the
remote while the ENGINE START/STOP
button is flashing. The buttons on the
remote should be facing you.
u The ENGINE START/STOP button
flashes for about 30 seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal and press the
ENGINE START/STOP button within 10
seconds after the beeper sounds and the
ENGINE START/STOP button changes
from flashing to on.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.
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uuEngine Does Not Start uEmergency Engine Stop
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Engine Stop
The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to st op the engine due to an
emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, do either of the
following operations:
• Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for about two seconds.
• Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button three times.
The steering wheel will not lock. However, because turning off the engine disables
the power assist the engine provides to the steering and braking systems, it will
require significantly more physical effort an d time to steer and slow the vehicle. Use
both feet on the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle and stop immediately in a
safe place.
The gear position auto matically changes to
(P after the vehicle comes to a complete
stop.
Then, the power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
Then press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without depressing the brake
pedal to change the mode to VEHICLE OFF.
1 Emergency Engine Stop
Do not press the button while driving unless it is
absolutely necessary for the engine to be turned off.
If you press the ENGINE START/STOP button while
driving, the beeper sounds.
U.S. models
Canadian models
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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
720
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge pointer comes down.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level an d check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolan t in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck and put the
cap back on.
2 Radiator P. 660
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge pointer has gone do wn, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1 How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
MAX
Reserve
Tank
MIN
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Symbol Appears
■Reasons for the symbol to appear
Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the symbol appears
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the ha zard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 655
3.Start the engine and check the low oil pressure symbol.
u The symbol disappears: Start driving again.
u The symbol does not disappear within 10 seconds: Immediately
stop the engine and contact a dealer for repairs.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the climate con trol system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Symbol Appears
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
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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 the indicator la mp to come on or blink
• Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system.
• 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.
1 If the Malfunction Indicato r Lamp Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
If you drive with the malf unction 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.
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with the EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS
with Tire Fill Assist or the compact spare tire is installed, the indicator
blinks for about one mi nute, and then stays on.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Drive carefully and avoid abrupt cornering and hard braking.
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The sp ecified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
■What to do when the indicator blinks, then remains on
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire causes the indicator to blink, change the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driv ing for a few miles (kilometers).
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely unde rinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist provides visual and audible
assistance during tire pre ssure adjustment. With the
power mode in ON, while y ou adjust tire pressure up
or down, the system alerts you as follows:
Below recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and exterior lights flash once every five
seconds.
At recommended pressure: The beeper sounds
and exterior lights flash rapi dly for three seconds with
five seconds intervals.
Above recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and lights flash tw ice every two seconds.
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Index
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Amber).............. 95
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) ............... 95
Automatic Brake Hold Indicator .................................................... 86
Automatic Brake Hold System
Indicator .................................................... 86
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting control) .................................................... 193
Automatic Transmission ........................... 549
Creeping ................................................. 549
Fluid ........................................................ 661
Kickdown ................................................ 549
Shift Operation ........................................ 552
Shifting.................................................... 550
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 266
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 125
B
Battery....................................................... 688
Charging System Indicator ................. 87, 722
Jump Starting .......................................... 717
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 688
Maintenance (Replacing).................. 690, 691
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ...................................... 234
Blank .......................................................... 130
Blind spot information System ................ 603
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 286, 349
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 476, 501 Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment
System ..................................................... 400
Audio Sources for Front and Rear Seats ... 421
Auxiliary Console Panels .......................... 402
DVD or Blu-ray
TM Player Error Messages ... 446
Front Control Panel Operation ................. 413
HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 403
How Much Farther?TM............................. 420
Media Servers.......................................... 420
Operating the System .............................. 404
Overhead Screen ..................................... 403
Playable Disc Region Codes ..................... 444
Playable Disc Types .................................. 444
Playable Discs .......................................... 422
Playing a Disc in the Rear......................... 418
Playing a DVD/Blu-ray
TM........................... 407
Playing a Video Using the HDMITM........... 419
Playing an iPod and a USB Flash Drive in the Rear ...................................................... 418
Playing Apps ........................................... 416
Rear DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu ................... 408
Rear System Setup................................... 414
Recommended Discs ............................... 445
Selecting the Audio Sour ce using Front Control
Panel ..................................................... 413
Setting the DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu ......... 415
System Controls .............................. 407, 417
System Settings ....................................... 411
Video Accessibility ................................... 405
Wireless Headphones .............................. 401 Booster Seats (For Children)
...................... 79
Brake System ............................................ 607
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 613
Brake Assist System................................. 614
Fluid ....................................................... 662
Foot Brake .............................................. 610
Indicator (Amber) .............................. 85, 725
Indicator (Red) .......................... 84, 724, 725
Parking Brake.......................................... 607
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 205
Built-in Key ............................................... 147
Bulb Replacement .................................... 664
Back-Up Lights/Taillights ......................... 673
Brake, Rear Turn Signal Lights, and Rear Side
Marker/Taillights ................................... 671
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 668
Fog Lights ............................................... 667
Front Side Marker Lights ......................... 670
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights .............. 669
Headlights .............................................. 664
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 674
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 668
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 674
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 670
Bulb Specifications ................................... 744
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Index
Driving....................................................... 529
Automatic Transmission ........................... 549
Braking .................................................... 607
Cruise Control ......................................... 566
Shifting Gear ........................................... 550
Starting the Engine .................................. 542
Driving Position Memory System ............. 206
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 693
E
Eco Assist® System ....................................... 11
Econ Mode
Indicator .................................................... 94
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 91, 726
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 596
Emergency ................................................. 735
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 716
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 749
Engine ....................................................... 746
Coolant ................................................... 659
Jump Starting .......................................... 717
Oil ........................................................... 654
Starting ................................................... 542
Engine Coolant ......................................... 659
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 660
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 659
Overheating............................................. 719
Temperature Gauge................................. 119 Engine Oil
................................................. 654
Adding .................................................... 656
Checking................................................. 655
Displaying Maintenance Minder Information ........................................... 646
Low Oil Pressure Symbol.......................... 722
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 654
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 188
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 80
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 697
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 210
F
Features.................................................... 263
File Manager ............................................. 310
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 693
Oil ........................................................... 657
Flat Tire ..................................................... 705
Floor Mats ................................................. 695
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 661
Brake ...................................................... 662
Engine Coolant ....................................... 659
Windshield Washer ................................. 663
FM/AM Radio .................................... 278, 322
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 93
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 221
Foot Brake ................................................ 610 Front Airbags (SRS)
.................................... 50
Front Knee Airbags .................................... 54
Front Seat Heaters ................................... 245
Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation .............................................. 246
Front Seats ................................................ 212
Adjusting ................................................ 212
Fuel ..................................................... 26, 637
Economy................................................. 640
Gauge .................................................... 119
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 125
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 89
Range ..................................................... 125
Recommendation.................................... 637
Refueling ................................................ 637
Fuel Economy ........................................... 640
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 26, 638
Fuses ......................................................... 728
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 734
Locations ................................ 728, 730, 733
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy................................................. 640
Gauge .................................................... 119
Information............................................. 637
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 125
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 89
Refueling ................................................ 637
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