2021 HONDA ODYSSEY mirror controls

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 35
For Safe Driving P. 36 Seat Belts P. 40 Airbags P. 49
2Instrument Panel P. 87
Indicators P. 88 Gauges and Driver Information Interface P. 127
2Controls P. 153
Clock P. 154 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 156
Security System P. 191 Windows P. 194
Mirrors P. 219 Seats P. 222
2Features P. 275
Audio System P. 276 Audio System Basic Operation P. 284, 302
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System* P. 411
CabinWatch ®* P. 537 CabinTalk®* P. 538
2Driving P. 539
Before Driving P. 540 Towing a Trailer P. 546
Parking Your Vehicle P. 648 Multi-View Rear Camera P. 659
2Maintenance P. 665
Before Performing Maintenance P. 666 Maintenance MinderTM P. 669
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 695
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
* P. 711
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 723
Tools P. 724 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 725
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 741 Fuses P. 747
If You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 756
2Information P. 761
Specifications P. 762 Identification Numbers P. 764
Warranty Coverages P. 769 Authorized Manuals P. 772
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Visual Index
8
Quick Reference Guide
❚Door Mirror Controls (P220)
❚Master Door Lock Switch (P168)
❚Power Window Switches (P194)
❚Rearview Mirror (P219)
❚Driver Side Fuse Box (P749)
❚Glove Box (P241)
❚Driver’s Front Airbag (P52)
❚Passenger’s Knee Airbag
(P57)
❚Auxiliary Input Jack (P279)
❚USB Port(s) (P277)
❚Passenger’s Front Airbag
(P52)
❚HomeLink® Buttons* (P485)
❚Wireless Charger* (P253)
❚Driver’s Knee Airbag (P57)
❚Hood Release Handle (P676)
❚USB Port* (P277)
❚Accessory Power Socket
(P250)
❚AC Power Outlet* (P252)
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 154
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key .................................................. 156
Low Remote Signal Strength ............ 158
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .... 159
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ...166
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 169
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 170
Tailgate .............................................. 171
Sliding Doors ......................................... 182
Security System Immobilizer System .............................. 191
Security System Alarm .......................... 191
Windows ................................................ 194
Moonroof
*............................................. 197
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel
ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 198
Turn Signals ..................................... 201
Light Switches.................................. 202
Fog Lights
*...................................... 205
Daytime Running Lights ................... 206
Auto High-Beam .............................. 207
Wipers and Washers ............................ 210Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button...213
Heated Windshield Button ................... 214
Brightness Control ............................... 215
Driving Position Memory System
*........ 216
Adjusting the Steering Wheel .............. 218
Canadian models
Mirrors .................................................... 219
Interior Rearview Mirror ........................ 219
Power Door Mirrors .............................. 220
Seats
Front Seats ................................................222
Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ..............234
Head Restraints .........................................235
Interior Convenience Items ........................239
Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control ..............263
Rear Climate Control System .....................266
Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control ..............268
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...........274
Dual-zone climate control system
Tri-zone climate control system
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uAuto High-Beam
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Controls
■Automatic switching between high-beam and low-beam
When auto-high beam is active, the head lights switch between high beam and low
beam based on the following conditions.
■Manual switching between high-beam and low-beam
If you want to manually switch the headlights between high beam and low beam,
follow either of the proced ures below. Note that when you do this, the auto high-
beam indicator will turn off and the auto high-beam will be deactivated.
Using the lever:
Pull the lever toward you fo r flashing the high beams then release it within about
one second while driving. u To reactivate the auto high-beam, pull the lever toward you for flashing the
high beams then release it while driving. The auto high-beam indicator will
come on.
Using the light switch:
Turn the light switch to . u To reactivate the auto high-be am, turn the light switch to AUTO when the
lever is in the low beam position, the auto high-beam indicator will come on.
1 How to Use the Auto High-Beam
In the following cases, th e auto high-beam system
may not switch the head lights properly or the
switching timing may be ch anged. In case of the
automatic switching operati on does not fit for your
driving habits, please swit ch the headlights manually.
•The brightness of the lights from the preceding or
oncoming vehicle is intense or poor.
•Visibility is poor due to the weather (rain, snow,
fog, windshield frost, etc.).
•Surrounding light sources, such as street lights,
electric billboards and traf fic lights are illuminating
the road ahead.
•The brightness level of th e road ahead constantly
changes.
•The road is bumpy or has many curves.•A vehicle suddenly appears in front of you, or a
vehicle in front of you is not in the preceding or
oncoming direction.
•Your vehicle is tilted with a heavy load in the rear.•A traffic sign, mirror, or other reflective object
ahead is reflecting strong light toward the vehicle.
•The oncoming vehicle freq uently disappears under
roadside trees or be hind median barriers.
•The preceding or oncoming vehicle is a motorcycle,
bicycle, mobility scooter, or other small vehicle.
The auto high-beam system keeps the headlight low
beam when:
•Windshield wipers are op erating at a high speed.
•The camera has detected dense fog.
Switching to high beam:
All of the following conditions must
be met before the high beams turn
on.
•Your vehicle speed is 25 mph (40
km/h) or more.
• There are no preceding or
oncoming vehicle with headlights
or taillights turned on.
• There are few street lights on the
road ahead.
Switching to low beam:
One of the following conditions
must be met before the low beams
turn on.
•Your vehicle speed is 15 mph (24
km/h) or less.
• There is a preceding or oncoming
vehicle with headlights or
taillights turned on.
• There are many street lights on
the road ahead.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uRear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button
Controls
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button
Press the rear defogger and heated door
mirror* button to defog the rear window and
mirrors* when the power mode is in ON.
The rear defogger and heated door mirrors
*
automatically switch of f after 10-30 minutes
depending on the outside temperature.
However, if the outsid e temperature is 32°F
(0°C) or below, they do not automatically
switch off.
1 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button
This system consumes a lot of power, so turn it off
when the window has been defogged.
Also, do not use the system for a long time while the
engine is idling. This may weaken the battery, making
it difficult to start the engine.
When the power mode is se t to ON and the outside
temperature is below 41°F (5°C), the heated door
mirror may automatically activate for 10 minutes.
Models with heated door mirror button
Models with tri-zone climate control
system
Models with dual-zone climate control
system
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uDriving Position Memory System*
Controls
Driving Position Memory System*
You can store two driver’s seat positions (except for power lumbar) and outside
mirror positions with the driv ing position memory system.
When you unlock and open the driver’s door with a remote, the seat and outside
mirrors adjust automatically to one of the two preset positions.
When you enter the vehicle, the driver in formation interface briefly shows you which
remote transmitter you used to unlock the vehicle.
• DRIVER 1 transmitter is linked to memory button 1.
• DRIVER 2 transmitter is linked to memory button 2.
The driver’s seat moves rearward depending
on the set seating position once you
•Stop the vehicle.
• Put the transmission in
(P.
• Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
• Then open the driver’s door.
Once the power mode is in the ACCESSORY
position, the driver’s seat moves to the
DRIVER 1 or 2 preset position.
1Driving Position Memory System*
Using the audio/informati on screen, you can disable
the automatic seat and d oor mirrors adjustment
function.
2 Customized Features P. 465
The driver’s seat easy exit feature:
•Will move rearward to allow you to more easily exit
the vehicle.
•Can be turned on or off. 2Customized Features P. 465
System Operation
The system will not operate if:
•The vehicle speed is above 2 mph (3 km/h).
•Either memory button is pressed while the seat is in
motion.
•The seat position is adju sted while in operation.
•The memory 1 or 2 position is set fully to the rear.
DRIVER 1
DRIVER 2
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uDriving Position Memory System*
Controls
1. Set the power mode to ON. Adjust the
driver’s seat and the door mirrors to the
desired position.
2. Press the SET button.
u You will hear the beep, and the memory
button indicator light will blink.
3. Press and hold memory button
(1 or (2
within five seconds of pressing the SET
button.
u Once the seat and the outside mirrors
position has been memorized, the
indicator light on the button you pressed
stays on.
1. Put the transmission into
(P.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Press a memory button (
(1 or (2).
u You will hear the beeper, and the
indicator light will blink.
The seat and the door mirrors will
automatically move to the memorized
position. When it has finished moving, you
will hear the beep, and the indicator light
stays on.
■Storing a Position in Memory1 Storing a Position in Memory
After you press the SET button, the storing operation
will be canceled when:
•You do not press the memory button within five
seconds.
•You readjust the seat and door mirrors position
before the double-beep.
•You set the power mode to any position except
ON.
Memory
Button 1
Memory
Button 2
SET Button
■Recalling the Stored Position1 Recalling the Stored Position
The seat and the door mirrors will stop moving if you:
•Press the SET button or memory button (1 or (2.
•Adjust the seat position or door mirrors.•Put the transmission into a position other than (P.
Memory
Button 1
Memory
Button 2
SET Button
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Controls
Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror
Adjust the angle of the rearview mirror when you are sitting in the correct driving
position.
Flip the tab to switch the position.
The night position will help to reduce the glare
from headlights behind you when driving
after dark.
When you are driving after dark, the
automatic dimming rearview mirror and
power door mirrors
* reduces the glare from
headlights behind you. Press the auto button
to turn this functi on on and off. When
activated, the auto indicator comes on.
■Rearview Mirror with Day and Night Positions*
1Mirrors
Keep the inside and out side mirrors clean and
adjusted for best visibility.
Adjust the mirrors before you start driving. 2 Front Seats P. 222
Tab
Daytime
Position Night Position
■Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror* and Power Door
Mirrors*
1 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror* and Power Door Mirrors*
The auto dimming function cancels when the
transmission is in (R.
Sensor
Auto Button
* Not available on all models
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