2021 HONDA ODYSSEY heater

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Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
❚ (Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) System OFF) Button (P577)
❚Power Sliding Door Switch* (P185, 186)
❚Power Tailgate Button* (P177)
❚Climate Control System (P263, 268)
❚Driving Position Memory System Buttons* (P216)
❚Parking Sensor System Switch* (P651)
❚Heated Windshield Button* (P214)
❚Safety Support Switch (P585, 595, 629)
❚Electric Parking Brake Switch (P640)
❚Automatic Brake Hold Button (P644)
❚Shift Button
Automatic Transmission
(P560)
❚ECON Button (P574)
❚SNOW Button (P575)
❚Auto Idle Stop OFF Button (P569)
❚Hazard Warning Button
❚System Indicators (P88)
❚Gauges (P127)
❚Driver Information Interface (P128)
❚Audio System (P276)
❚Navigation System*
() See Navigation System Manual
❚Rear Defogger (P213)
❚Heated Mirror Button* (P213)
❚Seat Heater Switches* (P257)
❚Seat Heater and Seat Ventilation
Switches* (P258)
❚Center Pocket* (P243)
❚Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System* (P411)
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
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Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears if there is a problem with the fuel pump
system.•Set the power mode to OFF for a while, then set the
power mode to ON. The message disappears if there is
no problem. If the message appears again, take your
vehicle to a dealer.
• Appears if there is a problem with the engine
management system.•Set the power mode to OFF for a while, then set the
power mode to ON. The message disappears if there is
no problem. If the message appears again, take your
vehicle to a dealer.
• Appears if there is a problem with the ignition
system.•Set the power mode to OFF for a while, then set the
power mode to ON. The message disappears if there is
no problem. If the message appears again, take your
vehicle to a dealer.
• Appears if there is a problem with the seat heaters*.•Turn off the seat heaters* until the message disappears.
If the message appears again, take your vehicle to a
dealer.
• Appears if there is a problem with the climate
control system.•Turn off the climate control system until the message
disappears. If the message appears again, take your
vehicle to a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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uuInterior Convenience Items uOther Interior Convenience Items
Controls
The power mode must be in ON to use the
seat heaters.
Press the seat heater button:
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)
Three times - The LO setting (one indicator on)
Four times - The OFF setting (no indicators on)
When the power mode is turned on after it is
turned off, the previously selected setting of
seat heaters is maintained.
■Front Seat Heaters*1Front Seat Heaters*
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the
engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.
After a certain period of time, the strength setting for
the seat heaters will automatically be reduced by one
level at a time until the seat heater shuts off. The
elapsed time varies according to the interior
environment.
3WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
* Not available on all models
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Controls
The power mode must be in ON to use the
seat heaters and ventilation.
Press the seat heater or the seat ventilation
button:
Once - The HI setting (three indicators on)
Twice - The MID setting (two indicators on)
Three times - The LO setting (one indicator on)
Four times - The OFF se tting (no indicators on)
When the power mode is turned on after it is
turned off, the previous ly selected setting of
seat heaters and ventilations is maintained.
■Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation*1 Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation*
Do not use the seat heater s and the seat ventilation
even in LO when the engine is OFF. Under such
conditions, the battery ma y be weakened, making
the engine difficult to start.
After a certain period of time, the strength setting for
the seat heaters will automatically be reduced by one
level at a time until the seat heater shuts off. The
elapsed time varies according to the interior
environment.
3WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
* Not available on all models
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Driving
When Driving
Starting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
u The parking brake and brake system
indicator comes on for 15 seconds when
you press the electric parking brake
switch.
2. Depress the brake pedal.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
The engine will crank until it starts.1 Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to st art in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altit udes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate
control system, and rear de fogger in order to reduce
battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. Cons ult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
Bring the remote close to the ENGINE START/STOP
button if the battery in the remote is weak. 2 If the Remote Battery is Weak P. 735
The engine may not start if the remote is subjected to
strong radio waves.
Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to
start the engine.
If the engine does not start, wait at least 30 seconds
before trying again.
Brake Pedal
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Driving
1Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback*
While the engine is running, the vehicle will
automatically preconditi on inside the vehicle.
When it is warm outside:
•The climate control system is activated in
recirculation mode.
•The seat ventilation is activated*.
When it is cold outside:
•The defroster is activated at a moderately warm
temperature.
•The rear defogger and door mirror heaters are
activated.
•The seat heaters and heated steering wheel* are
activated. 2Heated Steering Wheel
* P. 256
2 Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation
* P. 258
* Not available on all models
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Index
Emergency Engine Stop........................... 736
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 767
Engine ....................................................... 764
Coolant .................................................. 683
Jump Starting ......................................... 737
Oil .......................................................... 678
Starting................................................... 552
Engine Coolant ........................................ 683
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 684
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 683
Overheating ............................................ 739
Temperature Gauge ................................ 127
Engine Oil ................................................. 678
Adding ................................................... 680
Checking ................................................ 679
Displaying Maintenance Minder Information ........................................... 670
Low Oil Pressure Symbol ......................... 741
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 678
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 198
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 85
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 717
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 220
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Features.................................................... 275
File Manager ............................................ 323
Filters Dust and Pollen....................................... 713
Oil .......................................................... 681 Flat Tire
..................................................... 725
Floor Mats ................................................. 715
Fluids Automatic Transmission ........................... 685
Brake ....................................................... 686
Engine Coolant ........................................ 683
Windshield Washer .................................. 687
FM/AM Radio .................................... 291, 335
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 98
Folding Down the Rear Seats .......... 226, 231
Foot Brake ................................................. 643
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 52
Front Seat Heaters .................................... 257
Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation .............................................. 258
Front Seats ................................................ 222
Adjusting ................................................. 222
Fuel ...................................................... 28, 661
Economy ................................................. 664
Gauge ..................................................... 127
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 133
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 94
Range ...................................................... 133
Recommendation .................................... 661
Refueling ................................................. 661
Fuel Economy ............................................ 664
Fuel Fill Door ....................................... 28, 662
Fuses .......................................................... 747
Inspecting and Changing ......................... 753
Locations ................................. 747, 749, 752
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Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 664
Gauge ..................................................... 127
Information ............................................. 661
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 133
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 94
Refueling................................................. 661
Gauges ...................................................... 127
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 92
Glass (care) ........................................ 714, 719
Glove Box .................................................. 241
Grocery Bag Hooks ................................... 248
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Handling the Unexpected ........................ 723
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ....................... 487, 512
Automatic Import of Ce llular Phonebook and
Call History .................................... 501, 521
Automatic Transferring............................ 520
Caller’s ID Information............................. 499
Displaying Messages................................ 531
Favorite Contacts .................................... 522
HFL Buttons..................................... 487, 512
HFL Menus ...................................... 489, 515
HFL Status Display ........................... 488, 514
In Case of Emergency .............................. 535
Limitations for Manual Operation .... 488, 514
Making a Call .................................. 506, 524
Options During a Call ...................... 511, 527
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Index
Phone Setup .................................... 493, 517
Receiving a Call ............................... 510, 527
Receiving a Text Message ........................ 529
Ring Tone ........................................ 499, 520
Selecting a Phone .................................... 530
Speed Dial ............................................... 502
To Clear the System ................................. 500
To Set Up a Text Message Options ........... 528
Hazard Warning Button ............................... 6
HD Radio
TM................................................ 338
HDMITM Port .............................................. 414
Head Restraints ......................................... 235
Headlights ................................................. 202
Aiming .................................................... 688
Auto High-Beam ...................................... 207
Automatic Operation ............................... 203
Dimming ......................................... 202, 206
Operating ................................................ 202
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 256
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 214
Heaters (Seat) .................................... 257, 258
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)....................... 487, 512
High Beam Indicator ................................... 97
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver ............ 484
Honda App License Agreement ............... 391
Honda Sensing ®...................................... 588
HondaLink ®............................................. 366
HondaVAC
TM............................................. 260
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Identification Numbers
Engine and Transmission ......................... 764
Vehicle Identification ............................... 764
Illumination Control
Knob ....................................................... 215
Immobilizer System .................................. 191
Indicator.................................................... 98
Indicators .................................................... 88
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (Amber) ........................... 103
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow (White/Green) .................. 103
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)..................... 95
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 95
Auto Idle Stop (Green)............................. 100
Auto Idle Stop OFF .................................. 100
Auto Idle Stop Suspend ........................... 101
Auto Idle Stop System (Amber) ................ 100
Automatic Brake Hold ............................... 91
Automatic Brake Hold System ................... 91
Charging System ............................... 92, 742
Cruise Mode (White/Green) ..................... 104
Econ Mode................................................ 99
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 96, 745
Fog Light ................................................... 98
Gear Position............................................. 92
Hazard Warning ........................................ 97
High Beam ................................................ 97
Immobilizer System ................................... 98 Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
(Amber) ................................................ 102
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (White/Green) ....................................... 102
Lights On .................................................. 98
Low Fuel ................................................... 94
Low Oil Pressure Symbol ......................... 741
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............ 97, 581, 745
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 91, 742
Normal Mode ........................................... 99
Parking Brake and Brake System
(Amber) .................................... 89, 90, 744
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red) ....................................... 88, 743, 744
Safety Support (Amber)........................... 104
Safety Support (Green/Gray) ................... 107
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 41, 94
Security System Alarm............................... 98
Snow Mode .............................................. 99
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 63, 95
System Message ....................................... 99
Transmission System ......................... 93, 746
Turn Signal ............................................... 97
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®)
System ............................................ 96, 576
VSA ® OFF .......................................... 96, 577
Information .............................................. 761
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 133
Instrument Panel ........................................ 87
Brightness Control .................................. 215
Integrated Sunshades .............................. 259
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