belt HONDA ODYSSEY 1999 Workshop Manual
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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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Timing Belt, Tires
Timing Belt
The timing belt should normally be replaced at the intervals shown in
the maintenance schedule.
Replace the belt at 60,000 miles (U.S.)
or 100,000 km (Canada) if you regu-
larly drive your vehicle in one or more of these conditions: In very high temperatures
(over 110°F,43°C).
In very low temperatures
(under —20°F, —29°C).
Tires
To safely operate your vehicle, yourtires must be the proper type and size, in good condition with adequate
tread, and correctly inflated. The
following pages give more detailed information on how and when to
check air pressure, how to inspect
your tires for damage and wear, and
what to do when your tires need to be replaced.
Inflation
Keeping the tires properly inflated
provides the best combination of
handling, tread life and riding comfort. Underinflated tires wear
unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and are more
likely to fail from being overheated. Overinflated tires can make your
vehicle ride more harshly, are more prone to damage from road hazards,
and wear unevenly.
We recommend that you visually check your tires every day. If you
think a tire might be low, check it
immediately with a tire gauge.
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Maintenance
Using tires that are excessively
worn or improperly inflated can cause a crash in which you canbe seriously hurt or killed.
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Appearance Care
Regular cleaning and polishing of
your Honda helps to keep it "new" looking. This section gives you hintson how to clean your vehicle and
preserve its appearance: the paint,
brightwork, wheels and interior. Also
included are several things you can do to help prevent corrosion. Exterior Care.................................. 278
Washing...................................... 278
Waxing........................................ 279
Aluminum Wheels..................... 279
Paint Touch-up........................... 279
Interior Care................................... 280 Carpeting.................................... 280
Fabric..........................................280
Vinyl............................................ 280 Seat Belts.................................... 280
Windows..................................... 281
Air Fresheners........................... 281
Corrosion Protection..................... 282
Body Repairs.................................. 283
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Interior Care
Carpeting
Vacuum the carpeting frequently to remove dirt. Ground-in dirt will make
the carpet wear out faster. Periodically shampoo the carpet to
keep it looking new. Use one of the
foam-type carpet cleaners on the market. Follow the instructions that
come with the cleaner, applying it
with a sponge or soft brush. Keep
the carpeting as dry as possible by not adding water to the foam.
Fabric
Vacuum dirt and dust out of the material frequently. For general
cleaning, use a solution of mild soap and lukewarm water, letting it air dry.
To clean off stubborn spots, use a commercially-available fabric cleaner.
Test it on a hidden area of the fabric first, to make sure it does not bleach or stain the fabric. Follow the
instructions that come with the
cleaner.
Vinyl
Remove dirt and dust with a vacuum
cleaner. Wipe the vinyl with a soft
cloth dampened in a solution of mild
soap and water. Use the same
solution with a soft-bristle brush on
more difficult spots. You can also use commercially-available spray or
foam-type vinyl cleaners. Seat Belts
LOOP
use a soft brush with a mixture of
mild soap and warm water to clean
them. Do not use bleach, dye, or
cleaning solvents. They can weaken
the belt material. Let the belts air- dry before you use the vehicle.
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Interior Care
Dirt build-up in the loops of the seat
belt anchors can cause the belts to
retract slowly. Wipe the insides of
the loops with a clean cloth dampened in mild soap and warm
water or isopropyl alcohol. Windows
Clean the windows, inside and out,
with a commercially-available glass cleaner. You can also use a mixture
of one part white vinegar to ten parts
water. This will remove the haze that
builds up on the inside of the
windows. Use a soft cloth or paper towels to clean all glass and clear
plastic surfaces.
The rear window defogger wires are
bonded to the inside of the glass. Wiping vigorously up-and-down can
dislodge and break the defogger wires. When cleaning the rear window, use
gentle pressure and wipe side-to-side. Air Fresheners
If you want to use an air freshener/deodorizer in the interior of your
vehicle, it is best to use a solid type. Some liquid air fresheners contain
chemicals that may cause parts of
the interior trim and fabric to crack or discolor.
If you use a liquid air freshener, make sure you fasten it securely so it
does not spill as you drive.
Appearance Care
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Warranty Coverages
U.S. Owners
Your new Honda is covered by these
warranties:
New Vehicle Limited Warranty -
covers your new vehicle, except for
the battery, emissions control systems
and accessories, against defects in
materials and workmanship.
Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions
Performance Warranty these two
warranties cover your vehicle's emis- sions control systems. Time, mileage,
and coverage are conditional. Please
read the warranty manual for exact
information.
Original Equipment Battery Limited
Warranty — this warranty gives up
to 100 percent credit toward a
replacement battery.
Seat Belt Limited Warranty — a seat
belt that fails to function properly is covered for the useful life of the
vehicle.
Rust Perforation Limited Warranty
— all exterior body panels are
covered for rust-through from the
inside for the specified time period
with no mileage limit.
Accessory Limited Warranty —
Genuine Honda Accessories are
covered under this warranty. Time
and mileage limits depend on the
type of accessory and other factors. Please read your warranty manual
for details.
Replacement Parts Limited
Warranty — covers all Genuine
Honda replacement parts against defects in materials and workman-
ship.
Replacement Battery Limited
Warranty — provides prorated
coverage for a replacement battery
purchased from a Honda dealer.
Replacement Muffler LifetimeLimited Warranty — provides
coverage for as long as the pur-
chaser of the muffler owns the
vehicle.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to
all these warranties. Please read the1999 Honda Warranty Information
booklet that came with your vehicle
for precise information on warranty
coverages. Your Honda's original
tires are covered by their manufacturer. Tire warranty infor-
mation is in a separate booklet.
Canadian Owners
Please refer to the 1999 Warranty
Manual that came with your vehicle.
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Index
Accessories and Modifications.... 189 Accessories................................. 189
Additional Safety Precaution.... 190Modifications............................. 190
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key Position)........................................ 79
Accessory Power Sockets............. 124
Adding Automatic Transmission
Fluid........................................ 243
Brake Fluid................................. 244
Engine Coolant........................... 237
Engine Oil................................... 233
Power Steering Fluid................. 245
Windshield Washer Fluid......... 242
Additional Information About Your Seat Belts........................ 45
Lap/Shoulder Belt....................... 45
Seat Belt Maintenance................ 47
Seat Belt System Components... 45
Additional Information About Your SRS................................... 48
Additional Safety Precautions.... 52
How the Automatic Seat Belt
Tensioners Work..................... 50
How the SRS Indicator
Works...................................... 50
How Your Airbags Work............ 48
SRS Components......................... 48
Additives, Engine Oil..................... 235
Adjustments Head Restraints......................... 104
Mirrors........................................ 115
Seats............................................ 100
Steering Wheel............................
72
Airbag (SRS)............................... 9
, 49
Air Cleaner Element...................... 246
Air Conditioning Filter.................. 256 Air Conditioning System.......130, 138 Maintenance............................... 255
Rear A/C Control......................
146
Usage..................................130 ,
138
Air Outlet
s
(Vents)................132, 138
Air Pressure, Tires........................ 25
7
Alcohol i n
Gasoline........................ 321
Aluminum Wheels, Cleaning........ 279
Antifreeze....................................... 237
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) Indicator Light..................... 59, 206 Operation.................................... 205
Anti-theft, Audio System............... 180 Anti-theft Steering Column Lock .. 78
Appearance Care........................... 277
Armrests......................................... 103
Audio Controls, Remote................ 179
Audio System......................... 149, 161Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners.... 50
Automatic Lighting Off Feature.... 67
Automatic Speed Control................ 73
Automatic Transmission............... 198
Capacity, Fluid........................... 316
Checking Fluid Level................ 243
Shifting........................................199
Shift Lever Position Indicator.. 198 Shift Lever Positions................. 199
Shift Lock Release..................... 201
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Index
Battery
Charging SystemIndicator............................ 58, 302
Jump Starting............................. 297 Maintenance............................... 251
Specifications............................. 317
Before Driving............................... 181
Belts, Seat..................................... 8, 45
Beverage Holder............................ 118
Body Repair.................................... 283
Brakes Anti-lock System (ABS)............ 205Break-in, New Linings .............. 182
Fluid............................................ 244
Light, Burned-out...................... 268
Parking........................................ 116
System Indicator.................. 58, 304
Wear Indicators......................... 204
Brakes, ABS Operation.................................... 205
System Indicator.................. 59, 206
Braking System.............................. 204
Break-in, New Vehicle .................. 182
Brightness Control, Instruments... 67 Brights, Headlights......................... 66
Bulb Replacement
Back-up Lights........................... 269
Brake Lights............................... 268Cargo Area Light....................... 272
Front Parking Lights................. 267
Front Side Marker Lights......... 267 Headlights.................................. 266
High-mount Brake Light.......... 270
Individual Map Lights............... 272 License Plate Light.................... 271
Rear Bulbs.......................... 268, 269
Specifications............................. 317
Turn Signal Lights..................... 267
Bulbs, Halogen............................... 266
Cables, Jump Starting With.......... 298
Cancel Button................................... 75
Capacities Chart............................. 316
Carbon Monoxide Hazard.............. 53
Cargo Area Light........................... 127
Cargo Net....................................... 194
Carrying Cargo.............................. 191
Cassette Player
Care............................................. 178
Operation........................... 154, 175
CAUTION, Explanation of.............. ii
CD Changer...........................157, 171 CD Player ...............................157, 169
Center Pocket................................ 122
Center Table................................... 117
Certification Label......................... 314
Chains............................................. 263 Change Oil How to.........................................235
When to....................................... 224
Changing a Flat Tire..................... 287
Changing Engine Coolant............. 239
Charging System Indicator .... 58, 302
Checking Automatic Transmission
Fluid........................................ 243
Battery Condition...................... 251
Brake Fluid................................. 244Drive Belts.................................. 256
Engine Coolant........................... 187
Engine Oil................................... 186
Fuses........................................... 306
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Index
Checklist, Before Driving............. 196
Childproof Door Locks................... 85
Child Safety...................................... 22
Cleaner Element, Air..................... 246
Cleaning
Aluminum Wheels..................... 279
Carpeting.................................... 280
Exterior....................................... 278
Fabric.......................................... 280
Interior........................................ 280
Seat Belts.................................... 280
Vinyl............................................280
Windows..................................... 281
Climate Control System................ 138
Clock, Setting the.......................... 117
Coat Hook....................................... 123
Code, Audio System...................... 180
CO in the Exhaust......................... 323
Coin Holder.................................... 122
Cold Weather, Starting in............. 197
Compact Spare............................... 286
Consumer Information*................ 328
Controls, Instruments and.............. 55
Coolant
Adding......................................... 237
Checking..................................... 187
Proper Solution.......................... 237
Replacing.................................... 239
Temperature Gauge.................... 63
Corrosion Protection..................... 282
Crankcase Emissions Control
System.........................................323
Cruise Control Operation............... 73
Customer Relations Office........... 328
DANGER, Explanation of................. ii
Dashboard.................................... 2, 56
Daytime Running Lights................. 67
Dead Battery, What to Do............ 297
Defects, Reporting Safety............. 332
Defogger, Rear Window................. 71
Defrosting the Windows.......135, 144
DEXRON ®
III Automatic
Transmission Fluid.................... 243
Dimensions..................................... 316
Dimming the Headlights................ 66
Dipstick
Automatic Transmission........... 243
Engine Oil................................... 186
Directional Signals........................... 68
Disabled, Towing Your
Vehicle If..................................... 311
Disc Brake Wear Indicators......... 204
Disposal of Used Oil...................... 236
Doors
Locking and Unlocking............... 79Lockout Prevention..................... 80
Manual Sliding Doors.................. 88
Monitor Light............................... 60
Power Door Locks....................... 79
Power Sliding Doors.................... 90
DOT Tire Quality Grading........... 319
Drive Belts...................................... 256
Driver and Passenger Safety............ 5
Driving............................................ 195 Economy..................................... 188
In Bad Weather.......................... 210
In Foreign Countries................. 322
Economy, Fuel............................... 188
Emergencies on the Road............. 285
Battery, Jump Starting.............. 297
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Index
Emergencies on the Road Brake System Indicator............ 304
Changing a Flat Tire................. 287
Charging System Indicator...... 302
Checking the Fuses................... 305
Low Oil Pressure Indicator...... 301
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.... 303 Overheated Engine................... 299
Emergency Brake.......................... 116
Emergency Flashers....................... 70
Emergency Towing....................... 311
Emissions Controls........................ 323
Engine
Coolant Temperature Gauge ..... 63
Drive Belts.................................. 256
Malfunction Indicator
Lamp............................... 58, 303
Oil Pressure Indicator........58, 301
Oil, What Kind to Use...............
233
Overheating................................
299
Specifications.............................
317
Ethanol i n
Gasoline .......................
321
Evaporative Emission
s
Controls..
323
Exhaust Fumes...............................
.
53
Exhaust Gas Recirculation System......................................... 324 Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat
Belts by......................................... 20
Exterior, Cleaning the................... 278
Fabric, Cleaning............................. 280
Fan, Interior...........................130, 142 Features, Comfort and Convenience............................... 129
Filling the Fuel Tank..................... 183
Filters
Air................................................246
Air Conditioning........................ 256
Oil................................................ 235
First Gear Position......................... 201
Flashers, Hazard Warning.............. 70
Flat Tire, Changing a.................... 287
Fluids
Automatic Transmission...........
243
Brake...........................................244
Powe r
Steering........................... 245
Windshield Washer................... 242
FM Stereo Radio Reception............................150, 162
Folding the Third Seat..................110
Foreign Countries, Driving in...... 322
Four-way Flashers........................... 70
Front End, Towing by Emergency
Wrecker...................................... 311
Fuel..................................................182
Fill Door and Cap....................... 183
Gauge............................................ 63
Octane Requirement................. 182
Oxygenated................................ 321
Reserve Indicator......................... 61
Tank, Filling the......................... 183
Fuses, Checking the...................... 306
Gas Mileage, Improving................ 188
Gasohol........................................... 321
Gasoline.......................................... 182
Fuel Reserve Indicator................ 61
Gauge............................................ 63
Octane Requirement................. 182
Tank, Filling the......................... 183
Gas Station Procedures................. 183
Gauges
Engine Coolant Temperature .... 63
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