Ignition HONDA ODYSSEY 1999 User Guide

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Trip Meter
This meter shows the number of miles (U.S.) or kilometers (Canada)
driven since you last reset it.
There are two trip meters: Trip A and Trip B. Switch between these
displays by pressing the Select/
Reset button repeatedly. Each trip
meter works independently, so you
can keep track of two different
distances.

To reset a trip meter, display it and then press and hold the Select/Reset
button until the number resets to
"0.0".
Temperature Gauge
This shows the temperature of the
engine's coolant. During normal
operation, the pointer should rise
from the bottom white mark to about
the middle of the gauge. In severe driving conditions, such as very hot
weather or a long period of uphill driving, the pointer may rise to near
the upper white mark. If it reaches
the red (Hot) mark, pull safely to the side of the road. Turn to page 299 for
instructions and precautions on
checking the engine's cooling
system.
Fuel Gauge

This shows how much fuel you have. It is most accurate when the vehicle
is on level ground. It may show slightly more or less than the actual
amount when you are driving on
curvy or hilly roads.
The needle returns to the bottom after you turn off the ignition. The
gauge shows the fuel level reading immediately after you turn the
ignition switch back ON (II).

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Maintenance Required Indicator
This indicator reminds you that it istime to take your vehicle in for sched-
uled maintenance.
Refer to the Maintenance Schedules
for Normal and Severe Driving Conditions on pages 224 ,228.
For the first 6,000 miles (9,600 km) after the Maintenance Required
Indicator is reset, it will come on for
two seconds when you turn the ignition switch ON (II). SELECT/RESET BUTTON
Between 6,000 miles (9,600 km) and
7,500 miles (12,000 km) this
indicator will light for two seconds
when you first turn the ignition switch ON (II), and then flash for
ten seconds.
If you exceed 7,500 miles (12,000
km) without having the scheduled maintenance performed, this
indicator will remain on as a constant
reminder.
Your dealer will reset this indicator
after completing the scheduled

maintenance. If this maintenance is
done by someone other than your

Honda dealer, reset the indicator as

follows.

1. Turn off the engine.

2. Press and hold the select/reset
button in the instrument panel,
then turn the ignition switch ON

(II).

3. Hold the button for about ten sec-
onds, until the indicator resets.
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Headlights

The rotating switch on the left lever controls the lights. Turning this switch to the position turns
on the parking lights, taillights,
instrument panel lights, side-marker
lights, and rear license plate lights.
Turning the switch to the
position turns on the headlights. If you leave the lights on with the
ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I)
or LOCK (0), you will hear a
reminder chime when you open the driver's door.
To change between low beams and high beams, pull the turn signal lever
until you hear a click, then let go.
The blue high beam indicator will light (see page 61). To flash the high beams, pull the
turn signal lever back lightly, thenrelease it. The high beams will comeon and go off.
The high beams will stay on for as long as you hold the lever back, no
matter what position the headlightswitch is in.
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Automatic Lighting Off Feature
On EX model

The Automatic Lighting Off feature turns off the headlights, parking
lights, taillights, side marker lights,
license plate lights and instrumentpanel lights within 15 seconds ofremoving the key from the ignitionswitch and closing the driver's door.
This feature activates if you leave the headlight switch in the or
position, remove the key, and
open and close the driver's door.
If you remove the key from the
ignition switch with the headlight switch on, but do not open the door
and get out, the lights will turn off
after 10 minutes. The lights will turn on again when
you unlock or open the driver's door. If you unlock the door, but do not
open it within 15 seconds, the lights
will go off. With the driver's door open, you will hear a lights-on
reminder chime.
Daytime Running Lights(Canadian Models)
With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights come on withreduced brightness when you turn
the ignition switch to ON (II) and release the parking brake. They
remain on until you turn the ignitionoff, even if you set the parking brake.
The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on
with the switch. Instrument Panel Brightness
The knob on the instrument panel
controls the brightness of the instru-
ment panel lights. Turn the knob toadjust the brightness.
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Rear Window Defogger
The rear window defogger will clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the
window. Push the defogger button to
turn it on and off. The light abovethe button lights to show thedefogger is on. If you do not turn it
off, the defogger will shut itself off
after about 15 minutes. It also shuts
off when you turn off the ignition.
You have to turn it on again when you restart the vehicle. Make sure the rear window is clear
and you have good visibility before
starting to drive.
The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentallydamaged. When cleaning the glass,
always wipe side to side.
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Steering Wheel Controls, Keys and Locks

Remote Audio Controls

On EX model

These buttons let you control some functions of the audio system with-out removing your hands from the
wheel. Refer to page 179 for a com- plete explanation. Your vehicle comes with two master
keys and a valet key.
The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle: Ignition
DoorsGlove box TailgateThe valet key works only in the
ignition, the door locks and the
tailgate. You can keep the glove box locked when you leave your vehicle
and the valet key at a parking facility.
You should have received a key number plate with your keys. You
will need this key number if you ever
have to get a lost key replaced. Keep the plate stored in a safe place. If you
need to replace a key, use only
Honda-approved key blanks.
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KEY

NUMBER
PLATE

MASTER
KEYS
(BLACK)
VALET KEY
(GRAY)

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Keys and Locks

These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the
Immobilizer System. They will not
work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged. Protect the keys from direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity. Do not drop the keys or set heavy
objects on them.
Keep the keys away from liquids.
If they get wet, dry them immedi-
ately with a soft cloth.
The keys do not contain batteries. Do not try to take them apart.

Remote Transmitter

Some models also come with a

remote transmitter; see page 81 for
an explanation of its operation.
Immobilizer System
The Immobilizer System protects your vehicle from theft. A properly-coded master or valet key must be
used in the ignition switch for theengine to start. If an improperly-
coded key (or other device) is used,
the engine's fuel system is disabled.
When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), the Immobilizer System
indicator should come on for a few seconds, then go out. If the indicator
starts to blink, it means the system does not recognize the coding of the
key. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert
it, and turn the switch to ON (II)

again.
The system may not recognize your
key's coding if any other immobilizer
key is near the ignition switch. To make sure the system recognizes the
key code, keep each immobilizer key on a separate ring.
If the system repeatedly does not
recognize the coding of your key, contact your Honda dealer.
This indicator will also blink several times when you turn the ignitionswitch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0).
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it. Electrical
problems could result that may make
your vehicle undriveable.
If you have lost your key and you
cannot start the engine, contact your
Honda dealer.
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Keys and Locks

As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device way not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

This device complies with DOC
regulations in Canada.
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.
Ignition Switch

The ignition switch is on the right side of the steering column. It has
four positions: LOCK (0)
ACCESSORY (I)
ON (II)
START (III)LOCK (0) — You can insert or
remove the key only in this position.
To switch from ACCESSORY to LOCK, you must push the key inslightly as you turn it. The shift lever
must also be in Park. The anti-theft
lock will lock the steering column
when you remove the key.
If the front wheels are turned, the
anti-theft lock may sometimes make
it difficult to turn the key from LOCK to ACCESSORY. Firmly turn
the steering wheel to the left or to
the right as you turn the key.
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ACCESSORY (I) — In this position, you can operate the audio system and the accessory power socket.
ON (II) — This is the normal key
position when driving. All features and accessories on the vehicle are
usable. Several of the lights on the
instrument panel come on as a test
when you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY to ON (see page 57). START (III) — Use this position
only to start the engine. The switch
returns to ON (II) when you let go of
the key.
The engine will not start if the Immobilizer System does not
recognize the key's coding (see page
77).
You will hear a reminder beeper if
you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or
ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver's door. Remove the key to
turn off the beeper. Power Door Locks
Each front door has a master door
lock switch. Either switch locks and
unlocks all doors and the tailgate.
Push the switch down to lock all doors and the tailgate, and up to
unlock them.

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LOCK TAB
Each front door has a lock tab on the
top. When you push down the lock
tab on the driver's door, all the doors and the tailgate lock. Pulling up the
lock tab on the driver's door unlocks only that door. The lock tab on the
front passenger's door locks and
unlocks only that door.
To lock the front passenger's door when getting out of the vehicle, pushthe lock tab down and close the door. To lock the driver's door, along with
the remaining doors and the tailgate,
push the lock tab down or push themaster switch down, then close the
door.

All doors and the tailgate can be locked from the outside by using the
key in either front door. To unlock only the driver's door from the
outside, turn the key and release it.
If you turn the key and hold it, alldoors and the tailgate will unlock. All
four doors and the tailgate will unlock when you unlock the
passenger's door with the key.
Lockout Prevention

If you forget and leave the key in the
ignition switch, Lockout Prevention
will not allow you to lock the driver's door. With the driver's door open
and the key in the ignition, both
master door lock switches are
disabled. However, if the driver's
door is not open, the master door
lock switches are not disabled. Pushing the switch down on the
open passenger's door will lock all
doors. If you try to lock an opendriver's door by pushing in the lock
tab, the tabs on both front doors pop out and the lock knobs on the rear
sliding doors slide out. Pushing in
the lock tab on the passenger's door only locks that door.

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