2021 HONDA ODYSSEY wiper blades

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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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P665)
Under the Hood (P675)
●Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer fluid.
Add when necessary.
●Check brake fluid.●Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, pull it up, and then raise the hood.
Once you have raised the hood slightly, you can release the
lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly locked
in place.
Lights (P688)
●Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P695)
●Replace blades if they leave
streaks across the windshield.
Tires (P699)
●Inspect tires and wheels
regularly.
●Check tire pressures
regularly.
●Install snow tires for winter
driving.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT*1/AUTO*2, LO,
HI)
Move the lever up or down to change the
wiper settings.
■Adjusting wiper operation*
Turn the adjustment ri ng to adjust wiper
operation.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever for more than one
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two
or three more times to clear the windshield,
then stop.
*1: Models with manual intermittent operation
*2: Models with automati c intermittent operation
■Windshield Wiper/Washer1Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defrost er or heated windshield
*
to warm the windshield, then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
NOTICE
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
Models with intermittent time adjustment ring
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring*
MIST
INT
*1/AUTO*2
OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
Lower speed, fewer sweeps
Higher speed, more sweeps
* Not available on all models
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665
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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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of an y abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.)
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance tri ps, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Brake Fluid P. 686
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 699
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 688
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 695
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the driver information interface.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 672
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 772
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing maintenanc e, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
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695Continued
Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the hard surfaces
of the blade may scratch the window glass.
Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
1.Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
2. While holding the wiper switch in the
MIST position, set the power mode to ON,
then to VEHICLE OFF.
u Both wiper arms are set to the
maintenance position as shown in the
image.
3. Lift both wiper arms.1Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper arm onto the windshield, it
may damage the wiper arm and/or the windshield.
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uu Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
4. Press up on and hold the tab, then slide
the holder off the wiper arm.
5. Pull the end of the wiper blade in the
direction of the arrow in the image until it
is out of the holder’s end cap.
6. Pull the wiper blade in the opposite
direction to slide it out of the holder.
Tab
Wiper
Blade
End Cap at
the bottom
Holder
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uu Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
7. Insert the flat side of the new wiper blade
onto the bottom part of the holder. Insert
the blade all the way.
8. Install the end of the wiper blade into the
cap.
9. Slide the holder onto th e wiper arm until it
locks.
10. Lower both wiper arms.
11. Set the power mode to ON and hold the
wiper switch in the MIST position until
both wiper arms return to the standard
position.
Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
1.Raise the wiper arm off.
2. Pivot the bottom end of the wiper blade up
until it comes off from the wiper arm.
Cap Wiper
Blade
Holder
1
Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper ar m, it may damage the
rear window.
Wiper
Blade
Wiper
Arm
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