mirror HONDA ODYSSEY 1999 Owners Manual

Your Vehicle at a Glance
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:
To use the horn, press the pad around the "H" logo.

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM
(P.207) HEADLIGHTS/

TURN SIGNALS
(P.66/68)
HAZARD WARNING
LIGHTS

(P.70)
DIGITAL CLOCK
(P.117)
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER(P.71)
LIGHT CONTROL
SWITCH (P.125)

WINDSHIELD

WIPERS/WASHERS
(P.68/70)

CRUISE
CONTROL
(P.73)
HORN*

STEERING WHEEL

ADJUSTMENT (P.72)

POWER SLIDING
DOOR SWITCHES(P.90)
MIRROR
CONTROLS (P.115)
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS
(P.179)
CRUISE
CONTROL
(P.73)
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Instruments and Controls

This section gives information about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of

your Honda. All the essential
controls are within easy reach.

Control Locations............................ 56

Indicator Lights................................ 57

Gauges.............................................. 62

Controls Near the Steering
Wheel........................................65

Headlights...................................
. 66

Automatic Lightin g
Off
Feature......................................67

Daytime Running Lights............. 67

Instrument Panel Brightness..... 67

Turn Signals................................. 68

Windshield Wipers.....................

. 68

Windshield Washers..................
. 70

Rear Windo w
Wiper and
Washer......................................70
Hazard Warning........................... 70

Rear Window Defogger.............. 71

Steering Wheel Adjustment....... 72

Steering Wheel Controls ................ 73
Cruise Control.............................. 73

Remote Audio Controls .............. 76

Keys and Locks................................ 76

Keys............................................... 76

Immobilizer System..................... 77

Ignition Switch............................. 78

Power Door Locks....................... 79
Remote Transmitter.................... 81Childproof Door Locks............... 85

Tailgate......................................... 85
Glove Box..................................... 87

Sliding Doors.................................... 88
Manual Sliding Doors.................. 88
Power Sliding Doors.................... 90
Important Safety Precautions.... 94
HomeLink Universal Transmitter.................................. 95

Seats.................................................. 99

Passenger Seating....................... 99

Seat Adjustments....................... 100

Driver's Seat Power
Adjustments........................... 102
Armrests..................................... 103
Head Restraints......................... 104
Third Seat Access...................... 105 Moving the Second Row Bucket Seat............................ 106
Removing the Bucket Seats in the Second Row................. 108
Removing the Bench Seat in the Second Row................. 109
Folding the Third Seat.............. 110
Power Windows............................. 113
Mirrors............................................ 115 Parking Brake................................ 116
Digital Clock................................... 117
Center Table................................... 117
Beverage Holder............................ 118
Sunglasses Holder......................... 120
Sun Visor......................................... 121
Vanity Mirror................................. 121 Rear Compartment........................ 122Center Pocket................................ 122
Coin Holder.................................... 122
Storage Box.................................... 123 Coat Hook....................................... 123
Accessory Power Sockets............. 124 Interior Lights................................ 125
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Control Locations

Instruments and Controls
POWER SLIDING
DOOR SWITCHES
(P.90)

MIRROR

CONTROLS
(P.115) DIGITAL CLOCK
(P.117) HEATING/COOLING CONTROLS (P.130)
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.138)
REAR A/C UNIT
CONTROL (P.146)
AUDIO SYSTEM (P.149, 161)
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE

(P.183)
HOOD RELEASE HANDLE

(P.184)

POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
(P.113)
DOOR LOCK
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Controls Near the Steering Wheel

The two levers on the steering column contain controls for driving
features you use most often. The left
lever controls the turn signals,
headlights, and high beams. The
right lever controls the windshield
washers and wipers.
The switches for the hazard warning lights and rear window defogger are
located to the right of the steering

column.

The controls under the left air vent are for the TCS, the cruise control,
the power sliding doors and the
power mirrors.
The tilt adjustment lever on the underside of the steering column
allows you to tilt the steering wheel.
* To use the horn, press the pad around the "H" logo.
HAZARD

WARNING
LIGHTS

LIGHT CONTROL

SWITCH

MIRROR
CONTROL
HEADLIGHTS/

TURN SIGNALS REAR WINDOW

DEFOGGER

Instruments and Controls

POWER

SLIDING

DOOR
TRACTION

CONTROLSYSTEM WINDSHIELD

WIPERS/WASHERS

SHIFT

LEVER

HORN'
CRUISE
CONTROL TILT
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Mirrors

TAB

Keep the inside and outside mirrors
clean and adjusted for best visibility.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors before
you start driving.
The inside mirror has day and night positions. The night position reduces
glare from headlights behind you. Flip the tab on the bottom edge of
the mirror to select the day or night

position.
Adjust the outside mirrors with the
adjustment switch on the left side of
the dashboard:
1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Move the selector switch to L (driver's side) or R (passenger's

side).
3. Push the appropriate edge of the

adjustment switch to move the

mirror right, left, up or down.
4. When you finish, move the
selector switch to the center (off)

position. This turns off the
adjustment switch so you can't

move a mirror out of position by
accidentally bumping the switch.

Instruments and Controls

SELECTOR SWITCH

ADJUSTMENT SWITCH
CONTINUED
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Mirrors, Parking Brake

HEATED MIRROR BUTTON

Canadian Models

The outside mirrors are heated to re- move fog and frost. With the ignitionswitch ON (II), turn on the heaters
by pressing the button. The light in the button comes on as a reminder.Press the button again to turn the
heaters off.
Parking Brake

PARKING BRAKE PEDAL

To apply the parking brake, push the parking brake pedal down with your
foot. To release the parking brake, push on the pedal again. The parking
brake light on the instrument panel should go out when the parking
brake is fully released with the engine running, (see page 58.)
Driving the vehicle with the parking

brake applied can damage the rear-

brakes and axles.

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Sun Visor, Vanity Mirror

Sun Visor
To use the sun visor, pull it down. You can also use the sun visor at the side window. Remove the support
rod from the clip and swing the sun
visor toward the side window. In this
position, the sun visor can be extended by sliding out the

extension.
Make sure you put the sun visor

back in place when you are getting
into or out of the vehicle. Do not use

the sun visor extension over the rear

view mirror.
Vanity Mirror
To use a vanity mirror on the back of the sun visor, pull up the cover.
The light beside the mirror comes on only when the parking lights are

on.

Instruments and Controls
EXTENSION
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Preparing to Drive

You should do the following checks and adjustments every day before
you drive your vehicle.
1. Make sure all windows, mirrors, and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove frost, snow, or ice.
2. Check that the hood and tailgate are fully closed.
3. Visually check the tires. If a tire looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure.
4. Check that any items you may be carrying with you inside are storedproperly or fastened downsecurely. 5. Check the adjustment of the seat
(see page 100).
6. Check the adjustment of the inside and outside mirrors (see
page 115).
7. Check the adjustment of the steering wheel (see page 72 ).
8. Make sure the doors and tailgate are securely closed and locked.
9. Fasten your seat belt. Check that your passengers have fastenedtheir seat belts (see page 15). 10.Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
Check the indicator lights in the
instrument panel.
11.Start the engine (see page 197). 12. Check the gauges and indicator lights in the instrument panel (seepage 57).

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Towing a Trailer

Spare Vehicle Tire
When towing a trailer, you should carry a full-size wheel and tire as aspare in case you have a flat. If you
use the compact spare tire that came
with the vehicle, it may adversely affect vehicle handling. See page 317 for information on proper tire
size, and page 293 for information on
how to store a full-size tire. When storing a full-size spare tire in the
trailer, follow the trailer maker's
instructions.

Additional Trailer equipment
Many states and provinces require
special outside mirrors when towing
a trailer. Even if they don't, you should install special mirrors if you
cannot clearly see behind you, or if
the trailer creates a blind spot.
Ask your trailer sales or rental agency if any other items are
recommended or required for your
towing situation. Pre-Tow Checklist
When preparing to tow, and before driving away, be sure to check the
following:
The vehicle has been properlyserviced, and the tires, brakes,
suspension, and cooling system
are in good operating condition.
All weights and loads are within limits (see pages 212 and 213).
The hitch, safety chain, and any other attachments are secure.
All items on and in the trailer are properly secured and cannot shift
while you drive.
The lights and brakes on your vehicle and the trailer are workingproperly. Your vehicle tires and spare are
properly inflated (see page 317),and the trailer tires and spare are
inflated as recommended by the
trailer maker.
You may want to fill the fuel tank with premium fuel. Premium fuelprovides improved performance.

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Lights

4. Turn on the parking lights and
check that the new bulb is
working.
5. Put the lens back on the bulb holder and push it until it latches.
6. Slide the left side of the light assembly into the hole. Push on
the right side to latch the assembly into place. Replacing Bulbs in the Interior
Lights
The individual map lights, cargo area light, and the vanity mirror lightscome apart the same way. They do
not all use the same bulb. FRONT INDIVIDUAL MAP LIGHT
1. Remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens witha fingernail file or a small flat-tip
screwdriver. Do not pry on the
edge of the housing around the

lens.

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