heating HONDA ODYSSEY 1999 User Guide

Heating and Cooling

To remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield and side windowsafter the vehicle has been sitting out
in cold weather:
1. Start the engine. 2. Select
When you select the
system automatically switches to
Fresh Air mode and turns on the
A/C.
3. Switch the fan and temperature controls to maximum.
To rapidly remove exterior frost or ice from the windshield (on very colddays), first select the Recirculation
mode. Once the windshield is clear, select the Fresh Air mode to avoid
fogging the windows. FAN CONTROL
DIAL
MODE BUTTONS
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL
Comfort and Convenience Features RECIRCULATION
BUTTON

AIR CONDITIONING
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These settings direct all the air flow to the defroster vents at the base ofthe windshield and the side windowdefroster vents. The air flow will get
warmer and clear the windows faster as the engine warms up. You can
close the corner vents with the dial
beside each vent. This will send
more warm air to the windshield
defroster vents.
For safety, make sure you have a
clear view through all the windows
before driving away. To Turn Everything Off
To shut off the system temporarily,
turn the fan speed and temperaturecontrol dials all the way to the left.
You should shut the system completely off only for the first few
minutes of driving in cold weather,
until the engine coolant warms up
enough to operate the heater. Keep
the fan on at all other times so stale air does not build up in the interior.
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Climate Control System

On EX model

The automatic climate control system in your Honda picks the
proper combination of air condi-
tioning, heating, and ventilation to maintain the interior temperature
you select. The system also adjusts the fan speed and air flow levels.
Your vehicle also has a rear A/C unit that allows the rear passengers toadjust the heating, cooling, and air
flow (see page 146).
The direction of air flow from the vents in the center and each corner of the dashboard is adjustable.
Move the tab in the center of each
vent up-and-down and side-to-side.
The corner vents can be opened and closed with the dials next to them.
CENTER VENTS

There are four vents in the ceiling (see page 148).
The climate control system draws air through the exterior vents at the
bottom of the windshield. Keepthese vents clear of leaves and other
debris.
CORNER VENT

For the climate control system to
provide heating and cooling, the engine must be running.

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Climate Control System

Fully-automatic Operation
To put the Automatic Climate Control in fully-automatic mode,
press the AUTO button and set the
fan control dial to AUTO, then set the desired temperature by turning
the temperature control dial. You willsee FULL AUTO in the system'sdisplay. The light above the button also shows you which
mode, Recirculation or Fresh Air, is
selected.

The system automatically selects the proper mix of conditioned and/or
heated air that will, as quickly aspossible, raise or lower the interior
temperature from its current level to the set temperature.
When you set the temperature to itslower limit (60°F/18°C) or its upper
limit (90°F/32°C), the system runsat full cooling or heating only. It does
not regulate the interior temperature.
When the temperature is set between the lower and upper limits,
the system regulates the interior
temperature to the set value.
In cold weather, the fan will not
come on automatically until the
vehicle has been driven for a short
time and the heater starts to develop
warm air. Pressing the OFF button shuts the
climate control system completelyoff. Keep the system completely off
only for short periods. To keep stale
air and mustiness from collecting,
you should have the fan running at
all times.

Comfort and Convenience Features TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL FULL AUTO

DISPLAY
FAN CONTROL DIAL
OFF BUTTON
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Fan Control Dial

You can manually select the fan speed by turning the fan control dial.
When you turn the dial clockwise, the fan is taken out of automaticmode and starts to run at its lowest
speed. Turning the dial fully
clockwise increases the fan's speed,
which increases air flow.

Rear A/C Control Dial

With this dial, you can adjust the rear A/C unit heating, cooling, andair flow (see page 146).

Mode Button

Use the MODE button to select the
vents the air flows from. Some air will flow from the dashboard corner
vents in all modes. Each time youpress the MODE button, the display shows the mode selected. Press the
button four times to see all the
modes.
MODE BUTTON
REAR A/C CONTROL DIAL
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Rear A/C Unit
Your vehicle has two controls for the rear A/C unit. The rear A/C controldial is located on the climate control
panel, and the rear A/C passenger control panel is on the ceiling behind
the driver's seat.
You can adjust the heating, cooling, and air flow of the rear A/C unit with
these control dials. The rear passengers can also adjust thedirection and the amount of air flow
with the rear ceiling vents.

REAR CEILING VENT
REAR A/CPASSENGER

CONTROL PANEL REAR A/C
CONTROL DIAL

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RearA/C Control Dial

REAR A/C CONTROL DIAL

When this dial is in the OFF position, no air flows to the rear vents, and the
rear control panel is turned off.
Turning the dial counterclockwise from the OFF position increases therear fan speed and air flow. The air
flows from the rear ceiling vents. When this dial is in the RR position,
the rear A/C passenger control
panel is enabled. A second row
passenger can then adjust the fanspeed and air flow.
Turning the dial clockwise from the RR position turns off the rear A/C
passenger control panel, and
increases the rear fan speed. The air
flows from the rear floor vents.
Rear A/C Passenger Control Panel

FAN SPEED
CONTROL DIAL
HEATING/COOLING/

AIR FLOW
CONTROL DIAL

When the rear A/C control dial on the front panel is in the RR position,
the passenger in the second row canuse the rear A/C passenger control
panel to adjust the fan speed and air

flow.

The fan speed control dial changes the speed of the rear fan; turn it
clockwise to increase fan speed and

air flow.

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The heating/cooling/air flow control dial selects the temperature and
level of the air flow.
When the dial is in the position, heated air flows
from the rear floor vents.
When the dial is in the position, cooled air flows
from the rear ceiling vents. Cooled air can be selected when the A/C
switch on the front control panel is
turned on. Rear Ceiling Vents
TAB

LEVER

The direction and quantity of air flow from each rear ceiling vent is
adjustable.

To adjust the direction of the air coming from a rear ceiling vent,
move the tab in the center of each
vent back-and-forth, and rotate the
vent with the tab. The lever next to each vent can be opened and closed
to regulate the amount of air flow.
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Towing a Trailer

Towing Equipment and

Accessories

Towing can require a variety of equipment, depending on the size of
your trailer, how it will be used, and how much load you are towing.
Discuss your needs with your trailersales or rental agency, and follow the
guidelines in the rest of this section.
Also make sure that all equipment is properly installed and that it meets
federal, state, province, and local
regulations.

Hitches

Any hitch used on your vehicle must
be properly bolted to the underbody, using the six threaded holes
provided. A hitch designed especially
for your Odyssey can be obtained
from your Honda dealer.
Weight Distributing Hitch

If the total trailer weight is more
than 2,000 Ibs (900 kg), you must also use a weight distributing hitch.
This device transfers weight from the vehicle's rear wheels to the front
wheels, and to the trailer's wheels. Carefully follow the hitch maker's
instructions for proper installation
and adjustment.
Safety Chain
Always use a safety chain. Make sure that it is secured to both the
trailer and hitch, and that it crosses under the tongue so it can catch the
trailer if it becomes unhitched.
Leave enough slack to allow the
trailer to turn corners easily, but do not let the chain drag on the ground. Sway Control
If the total trailer weight exceeds 2,000 Ibs (900 kg), you should install
a sway control device to minimize
swaying that can occur in crosswinds
and in normal and emergency
driving maneuvers. Your trailer
maker can tell you what kind of sway
control you need and how to install it.
Transmission Fluid Cooler
If the total trailer weight is more
than 2,000 Ibs (900 kg), you must
also have a transmission fluid cooler
installed. This device will help
prevent transmission overheating,
which could cause serious damage.
A transmission fluid cooler designed for your Odyssey can be obtainedfrom your Honda dealer.

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Air Conditioning Filter, Drive Belts
Air Conditioning Filter
The air conditioning filter removes pollen and dust that is brought in
from the outside through the heating and cooling system/climate control

system.

This filter should be replaced every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) under
normal conditions. It should be
replaced every 15,000 miles (24,000
km) if you drive primarily in urbanareas that have high concentrationsof soot in the air from industry and
diesel-powered vehicles. Replace it
more often if air flow from the
heating and cooling system/climate control system becomes less than
usual. Have the air conditioning filter
replaced by your Honda dealer.
Drive Belts

POWER STEERING BELT
Check the condition of the two drive
belts (power steering belt and alternator belt). Examine the edges
of each belt for cracks or fraying.
Check the tension of the power
steering belt by pushing on it with
your thumb midway between the pulleys.
The belt should have the following
"play" or deflection.
Power steering belt: 0.51 — 0.65 in (13.0 — 16.5 mm)

If you see signs of wear or looseness,
have your dealer adjust or replace
the belts.

Maintenance
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