2021 HONDA ODYSSEY service indicator

Quick Reference Guide
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Handling the Unexpected (P723)
Flat Tire (P725)
●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 741)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P734)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P747)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P739)
●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 (P754)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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Driving
Refueling
Fuel Information
■Fuel recommendation
Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic knocking noise
that can lead to engine damage.
■Top tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additive s in gasoline vary in the market, Honda
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines.
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of de tergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.
For further important fuel-related informati on for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit www.hondacars.com. In Canada, visit
www.honda.ca for additional information on gaso line. For more information on top
tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com .
■Fuel tank capacity: 19.5 US gal (73.8 L)
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number 87 or higher
1Fuel Information
NOTICE
We recommend quality ga soline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain
good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly reco mmend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based
fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, a nd cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your inst rument panel to come on.
If this happens, contact a dealer for service.
Some gasoline today is blended with oxygenates such
as ethanol. Your vehicle is designed to operate on
oxygenated gasoline containing up to 15% ethanol
by volume. Do not use ga soline containing methanol.
If you notice any undesira ble operating symptoms, try
another service station or sw itch to another brand of
gasoline.
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 666
Safety When Performing Maintenance .... 667
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 668
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 669
Maintenance Under the Hood
Maintenance Items Un der the Hood .... 675
Opening the Hood ........................... 676
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 678
Oil Check ......................................... 679
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 680
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 681
Engine Coolant ................................ 683
Transmission Fluid ............................ 685
Brake Fluid ....................................... 686
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 687
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 688
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 695Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 699
Tire and Loading Information Label ..... 700Tire Labeling .................................... 700DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) ...... 702Wear Indicators................................ 704 Tire Service Life ................................ 704
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 705
Tire Rotation .................................... 706
Winter Tires ..................................... 707
Battery ............................................... 708
Remote Transmitter Care ................. 710
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 711Climate Control System Maintenance.... 713Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 714
Exterior Care.................................... 717
Accessories and Modifications ........ 720
* Not available on all models
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uu Maintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
*1:Models with color audio system
*2:Models with Display Audio
The system message indicator ( ) comes on along with the Maintenance Minder message.
■Maintenance Minder Messages on the Driver Information
Interface
Maintenance MessageOil Life DisplayExplanationInformation
Maintenance Due Soon15%The remaining engine oil life is 15 to 6
percent. Once you switch the display
by pressing the
*1/ *2, or
button, this mess age will go off.
The engine oil is approaching the end
of its service life, and the maintenance
items should be inspected and
serviced soon.
Maintenance Due Now5%The remaining engine oil life is 5 to 1
percent. Press the *1/ *2,
or button to switch to another
display.
The engine oil has almost reached the
end of its service life, and the
maintenance items should be
inspected and servic ed as soon as
possible.
Maintenance Past DueNegative DistanceThe remaining engine oil life has
passed its service life, and a negative
distance appears after driving over 10
miles (U.S. models) or 10 km
(Canadian models). Press the
*1/ *2, or button to
switch to another display.
The engine oil life has passed.
The maintenance items must be
inspected and serviced immediately.
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uu Maintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main Item
U.S. models
*1: If the message Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display
is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 769.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A •Replace engine oil*1
B•Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter
• Inspect front and rear brakes
• Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots
• Inspect suspension components
• Inspect driveshaft boots
• Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA®)
• Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids
• Inspect exhaust system
#
•Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen filter every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110ºF, 43ºC), in very low temperatures (under -20 ºF, -29ºC), replace every 60,000 miles(100,000 km).
*5: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1 •Rotate tires
2•Replace air cleaner element*2
•Replace dust and pollen filter*3
•Inspect drive belt
3 •Replace transmission fluid
4•Replace spark plugs
• Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
•Inspect valve clearance
5 •Replace engine coolant
7•Replace brake fluid*5
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWear Indicators
Maintenance
Wear Indicators
The groove where the wear indicator is
located is about 1/16 inch (about 1.6 mm)
shallower than elsewhere on the tire. If the
tread has worn so that the indicator is
exposed, replace the tire.
Worn out tires have poor traction on wet
roads.
Tire Service Life
The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, road
conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pre ssure, maintenance history, speed, and
environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular inspections and inflation pressure maintenance, it is
recommended that you have annual inspections performed once the tires reach five
years old. All tires, including the spare, should be removed from service after 10
years from the date of manufacture, regard less of their condition or state of wear.
Example of a Wear
Indicator mark
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uu Indicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf 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
instrument panel and the indicator on
the
(N button light/blink.
2 Starting the Engine P. 552
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. 754
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Index
CD Player ................................................... 349
Center Pocket ............................................ 243
Certification Label .................................... 764
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 688
Charging System Indicator ................. 92, 742
Child Safety ................................................. 67
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 169
Child Seat .................................................... 67
Booster Seats ............................................. 84
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 69
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 70
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 77
Larger Children .......................................... 83
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 69
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 71
Using a Tether ........................................... 79
Childproof Door Locks .............................. 169
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 717
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 714
Climate Control System .................... 263, 268
Changing the Mode ........................ 263, 268
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ....................................... 264, 270
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 713
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ........... 263, 270
Sensors ............................................ 267, 274
Using Automatic Climate Control .... 263, 268
Clock .......................................................... 154
Coat Hooks ................................................ 246
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 725, 763 Console Box
.............................................. 242
Console Compartment with Lid .............. 243
Controls ..................................................... 153
Coolant (Engine) ...................................... 683
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 684
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 683
Overheating ............................................ 739
Temperature Gauge ................................ 127
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 559
Cup Holders .............................................. 244
Customer Service Information ................. 773
Customized Features ................ 143, 459, 465
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 206
Dead Battery ............................................. 737
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 483
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 264, 270
Detachable Anchor .................................... 45
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 765
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 202
Rearview Mirror....................................... 219
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 679
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 201
Door Mirrors ............................................. 220 Doors
........................................................ 156
Auto Door Locking.................................. 170
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 170
Door and Tailgate Open Message ............. 39
Keys........................................................ 156
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside .................................................... 166
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside ................................................. 159
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 165
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 702
Driver Information Interface ................... 128
Accessing Content .................................. 130
Warning and Information Messages ........ 108
Driving ...................................................... 539
Automatic Transmission .......................... 559
Braking ................................................... 640
Shifting Gear .......................................... 560
Starting the Engine ................................. 552
Driving Position Memory System ............ 216
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 713
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 13
Econ Mode Indicator ................................................... 99
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ........................................... 96, 745
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 576
Emergency ................................................ 754
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