HONDA ODYSSEY 2003 RB1-RB2 / 3.G Owners Manual

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Tires that are marked ‘‘M S’’ or
‘‘All Season’’ on the sidewall have an
all-weather tread design. They
should be suitable f or most winter
driving conditions. Tires without
these markings are designed f or
optimum traction in dry conditions.
They may not provide adequate
perf ormance in winter driving.
For the best perf ormance in snowy
or icy conditions, you should install
snow tires or tire chains. They may
be required by local laws under
certain conditions.
TheABSworksbycomparingthe
speed of the wheels. When replacing
tires, use the same size originally
supplied with the vehicle. Tire size
and construction can affect wheel
speed and may cause the system to
work inconsistently.
If you ever need to replace a wheel,
make sure the wheel’s specif ications
match those of the original wheel
that came on your vehicle. Re-
placement wheels are available at
your Honda dealer.
Wheel:
Tire:
See page f or inf ormation about
DOT Tire Quality Grading.
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Wheels and T ires
Tires
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16x61/2JJ
225/60R16 98T

If you mount snow tires on your
Honda, make sure they are radial
tires of the same size and load range
as the original tires. Mount snow
tiresonallfourwheelstobalance
your vehicle’s handling in all weather
conditions. Keep in mind the traction
provided by snow tires on dry roads
may not be as high as your vehicle’s
original equipment tires. You should
drive cautiously even when the roads
areclear.Checkwiththetiredealer
f or maximum speed recommenda-
tions.Metal link-type ‘‘chains’’ should not
be used. No matter how tight they
seem to be installed, they can come
into contact with the body and
suspension, causing serious damage.
When installing cables, f ollow the
manuf acturer’s instructions and
mount them as tightly as you can.
Drive slowly with them installed. If
youhearthemcomingincontact
with the body or chassis, stop and
investigate. Make sure the cables are
installed tightly, and that they are
not contacting the brake lines or
suspension. Remove them as soon as
you begin driving on cleared roads. Because your Honda has limited tire
clearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’
cable-type traction devices on the
front tires. Use traction devices only
when required by driving conditions
or local laws. Make sure they are the
correct size f or your tires.
Snow T ires
T ire Chains
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Traction devices that are the wrong
size or improperly installed can
damage your vehicle’s brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop
driving if they are hitting any part of
the vehicle.

Check the operation of your vehicle’s
exterior lights at least once a month.
A burned out bulb can create an
unsaf e condition by reducing your
vehicle’s visibility and the ability to
signal your intentions to other
drivers.
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HEADLIGHTTURN SIGNAL/
SIDE MARKER/
PARKING LIGHTS

Check the f ollowing:Headlights (low and high beam)
Parking lights
Taillights
Brake lights
High-mount brake light
Turn signals
Back-up lights
Hazard light f unction
License plate light
Side marker lights
Daytime running lights
(Canadian models)
If you f ind any bulbs are burned out,
replace them as soon as possible.
Refer to the chart on page to
determine what type of replacement
bulb is needed. 387
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STOP/TAILLIGHTS/
SIDE MARKER LIGHTS
TAILLIGHT
HIGH-MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT
TURN SIGNAL LIGHT BACK-UP LIGHTLICENSE PLATE LIGHT

Unclip the end of the hold-down
wire f rom its slot. Pivot it out of
the way and remove the bulb. Remove the rubber weather seal
by pulling on the tab. Remove the electrical connector
f rom the bulb by pulling the
connector straight back.
Your vehicle has halogen headlight
bulbs, one on each side. When
replacing a bulb, handle it by its steel
base and protect the glass from
contactwithyourskinorhard
objects. If you touch the glass, clean
it with denatured alcohol and a clean
cloth.
Open the hood.
If you need to change the head-
light bulb on the driver’s side,
remove the air intake cover (see
page ).
Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
cargo area or pull a trailer,
readjustment may be required.
Adjustment of the headlights should
be perf ormed by a Honda technician
or other qualif ied mechanic.
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Lights
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Replacing a Headlight Bulb
Headlight A iming
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HOLD-DOWN WIRE WEATHER
SEAL
BULB CONNECTOR
Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot
when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.

Use a f lat-tipped screwdriver to
remove the two holding clips f rom
the inner f ender.
Pull the inner f ender cover away
f rom the f ender and bumper.
If you are changing the bulb on
the driver’s side, start the engine,
turn the steering wheel all the way
to the right, and turn off the
engine. If you are changing the
bulb on the passenger’s side, turn
the steering wheel to the left.
Insert the new bulb into the hole,
making sure the tabs are in their
slots. Pivot the hold-down wire
back in place and clip the end into
the slot.
Install the rubber seal over the
back of the headlight assembly.
Make sure it is right side up; it is
marked ‘‘TOP.’’
Push the electrical connector onto
the new bulb. Make sure it is
connected securely.
Reinstall the air intake cover. (Driver’s side) Turn on the headlights to test the
new bulb.
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Lights
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Replacing the Front Side Marker/
Turn Signal and Parking L ight
Bulb
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HOLDING CLIP

Remove the socket from the
headlight assembly by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Remove the burned out bulb f rom
thesocketbypushingitinand
turning the bulb counterclockwise
until it unlocks.
Install the new bulb in the socket.
Turn it clockwise to lock it in place.
Insert the socket back into the
headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.
Put the inner f ender in place.
Install the two holding clips. Lock
each clip in place by pushing on
the center.Determine which of the two bulbs
is burned out: stop/taillight/side
marker light or turn signal light. Pull the taillight assembly out of
thebodybyslidingitbackward.
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to
remove the taillight assembly
mounting screw under each cover. Open the tailgate. Release the
covers by inserting a f lat-tip
screwdriver into the slot until the
cover bows slightly. Then pivot
the screwdriver 90° and pull it
straight out of the slot.
Turn on the lights to make sure
the new bulb is working.
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Replacing Rear Bulbs
(in Fenders)
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Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
Reinstall the socket into the light
assembly by turning it clockwise
until it locks.
When reinstalling the taillight
assembly, align and pop the snap
f asteners in place. Tighten the two
mounting screws and reinstall the
covers in place.Open the tailgate. Place a cloth on
the edge of the taillight cover.
Remove it by caref ully prying in
the notch on its edge with a small
f lat-tipped screwdriver.Determine which of the two bulbs
is burned out: taillight or back-up
light.
Remove the socket by turning it
one-quarter turn counterclockwise.
Turn on the lights to make sure
the new bulb is working.
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Replacing Rear Bulbs
(in Tailgate)
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TAILLIGHT COVER

Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
Insert the socket back into the
light assembly. Turn it clockwise
to lock it in place.
Reinstall the taillight cover.Pull the light assembly out of the
tailgate.
Remove the socket f rom the light
assembly by turning it one-quarter
turn counterclockwise.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
Place a cloth on the edge of the
lens segment on the passenger’s
side. Remove that lens segment by
caref ully prying on its edge with a
small f lat-tipped screwdriver.
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to
remove the screw under the lens.
Turn on the lights to make sure
the new bulb is working.
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Lights
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Replacing a High-mount Brake
Light Bulb
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SCREW

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Put the socket back into the light
assembly and turn it clockwise to
lock it in place.Remove the license light assembly
by caref ully prying on the lef t
edge of the lens with a f lat-tip
screwdriver and pulling the
assembly out.Remove the lens f rom the bulb
holder by pulling the lens while
squeezing the tabs on both sides
of the holder.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb in until
it bottoms in the socket.
Put the light assembly back into
the tailgate. Install the screw and
tighten it securely. Reinstall the
lens segment. Turn on the lights to make sure
the new bulb is working.
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Lights
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Replacing a Rear License Plate
Bulb
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