Rear window HONDA ODYSSEY 2004 RB1-RB2 / 3.G User Guide

If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected or goes dead, or the
driver’s window f use is removed, the
AUTO f unction will be disabled. The
power window system needs to be
reset af ter reconnecting the battery
or installing the f use.Start the engine. Push down and
hold the driver’s window switch
until the window is f ully open.
Pull and hold the driver’s window
switch to close the window
completely, then hold the switch
f or a second or two more.
If the power windows do not operate
properly af ter resetting, have your
vehicle checked by a Honda dealer. The power window system has a key-
of f delay f unction. The windows will
stilloperateforupto10minutes
after you turn off the ignition.
Opening either f ront door cancels
the delay function. You must turn
the ignition switch to ON (II) again
bef ore you can operate the windows.
Youcanopenorcloseeachrear
window with the switches on the
driver’s door armrest. The right
switch controls the passenger’s side
rear window, and the left switch
controls the driver’s side window. To
open the window, push the switch
downandholdit.Releasetheswitch
when you want the window to stop.
Close the window by pulling back on
the switch and holding it.
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REAR WINDOW SWITCHES

Whenusingthesunvisorforthe
side window, remove the support rod
f rom the clip and swing it out. Slide
the extension out to get more
coverage on the side window.Pull up the vanity mirror cover to use
it. The lights come on only when the
parking lights are on.
To open the compartment, pull the
lever and lif t the lid. To close, lower
the lid and push it down until it
latches.
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.
Interior Convenience Items
Inst rument s and Cont rols
Sun Visor Vanity MirrorRear Compartment
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REAR COMPARTMENTLEVER
EXTENSION
SUN VISOR

Vents, Heating, and A/C
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
LX modelEX model and EX-L model wit hout Navigat ion Syst em EX-L model wit h Navigat ion Syst em
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MODE BUTTONS
REAR A/C
CONTROL DIAL
FAN CONTROL
DIAL
RECIRCULATION
BUTTON REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER BUTTONTEMPERATURE CONTROL
DIAL
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL DIAL AUTO
BUTTON
OFF BUTTON
DEFROST BUTTON
TEMPERATURE
DISPLAY
RECIRCULATION
BUTTON
MODE ICONS AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) ICONS
AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON AIR CONDITIONING BUTTON TEMPERATURE BUTTON
MODE BUTTON FAN CONTROL ICONS
FULL AUTO
DISPLAY
OFF BUTTON FAN CONTROL DIAL
REAR A/C CONTROL DIAL
AUTO BUTTON
RECIRCULATION BUTTON DEFROST BUTTON MODE
ICONS
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER BUTTON
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER BUTTON

When the light in/above the button
is on, air f rom the vehicle’s interior is
sent throughout the system again.
When the light is of f , air is brought
in f rom the outside of the vehicle
(Fresh Air mode).
The outside air intakes f or the
heating and cooling system are at
the base of the windshield. Keep this
area clear of leaves and other debris.
ThesystemshouldbeleftinFresh
Air mode under almost all conditions.
Keeping the system in Recirculation
mode, particularly with the A/C of f ,
can cause the windows to fog up.
Switch to Recirculation mode when
driving through dusty or smoky
conditions, then return to Fresh Air
mode.This button turns the rear window
def ogger of f and on (see page ).
Use the mode control buttons or
icons to select the vents the air f lows
f rom. Some air will f low f rom the
dashboard corner vents in all modes.
Air flows from the center
and corner vents in the dashboard.
Air f lows f rom the f loor
vents. Air f lows f rom the def roster
vents at the base of the windshield.
When you select or ,
the system automatically switches to
Fresh Air mode and turns on the
A/C.
When you select , the system
automatically switches to Fresh Air
mode.
With this dial, you can adjust the
rear A/C unit heating, cooling, and
airflow (see page ).
Airf low is divided between
the vents in the dashboard and the
f loor vents.
Airf low is divided between
the f loor vents and the def roster
vents at the base of the windshield. 73
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Vents, Heating, and A/C
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
Recirculation Button Rear Window Def ogger Button
Mode Control
Rear A /C Control Dial
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Press the A/C button to show the
A/C screen.
Select the ON icon on the screen.
Select the desired temperature
and MODE selections. If the
outside air is humid, select the
Recirculation mode. If the outside
air is dry, select the Fresh Air
mode.you can
cool it down more rapidly by partially
opening the windows, turning on the
A/C, and setting the fan to
maximum speed in Fresh Air mode.
The vehicle has two A/C and
heater units. These units are
controlled by the f ront panel controls,
unless the RR A/C control dial is in
the OFF position. The rear
passengers can also adjust the
direction and the amount of airf low. Air conditioning, as it cools, removes
moisture from the air. When used in
combination with the heater, it
makes the interior warm and dry.
Switch the f an on.
Turn on the air conditioning.
Select and Fresh Air mode.
Adjust the temperature control
dial or button to your pref erence.
This setting is suitable f or all driving
conditions whenever the outside
temperature is above 32°F (0°C). Set the f an to the desired speed, or
high f or f aster def rosting.
Select . The system
automatically switches to Fresh
Air mode and turns on the A/C.
Adjust the temperature control
dial or button so the airf low f eels
warm.
Select to help clear the
rear window.
To increase airf low to the
windshield, close the side vents.
To remove f og f rom the inside of the
windows:
When you switch to another mode
f rom , the A/C stays on.
Press the A/C button to turn it of f .
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If the interior is very warm,
EX-L model with Navigation System
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
Dehumidif y the Interior
T o Def og and Def rost
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Select . The system
automatically switches to Fresh
Air mode and turns on the A/C.
Select .
Set the f an and temperature
controls to maximum level.
To clear the windows f aster, you can
close the dashboard corner vents by
rotating the wheel next it. This will
send more warm air to the
windshield def roster vents. Once the
windshield is clear, select the Fresh
Air mode to avoid f ogging the
windows.
For your saf ety, make sure you have
a clear view through all the windows
bef ore driving. The Automatic Climate Control
system can adjust the f an speed and
airflow levels to maintain the interior
temperature you select.
Press the Auto button. With
Navigation System, the light in the
button comes on.
Set the desired temperature by
turning the Temperature Control
dial. You will see FULL AUTO in
the system’s display.
Set the desired temperature by
pressing to raise the
temperature or to lower the
temperature. The selected
temperature will show in the
temperature display on the control
panel. The system automatically selects the
proper mix of conditioned and/or
heated air to raise or lower the
interior temperature to the
temperature you selected.
If you set the temperature to its
lower limit or its highest limit, the
system runs at f ull cooling or heating
only. It does not regulate the interior
temperature.
In cold weather, the f an will not
come on automatically until the
heater starts to develop warm air.
When the
system is in FULL AUTO, the rear
A/C passenger control dials cannot
be used. Turning the rear A/C
controldialonthefrontpanel
disables the FULL AUTO f unction.
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Without Navigation System
With Navigation System
EX and EX-L models
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
T o Remove Exterior Frost or Ice
From the Windows
Using A utomatic Climate Control
Rear A /C Cont rol
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Pressthisbutton
to stop playing a DVD.
Some DVDs have menus that allow
you to select a dubbed language,
subtitles, a chapter list, previews, etc.
Themenucontentswillvaryfrom
DVD to DVD.
Usethe,,,and buttons to select the desired
menu option. Then press ENT to
enter your selection. Use the and buttons to change
pages. You can also use the
numbered buttons to enter the two-
digit number of a menu option. You
do not have to press ENT. Press the
button again to close the window. Many DVDs are recorded with
subtitles or dubbed in multiple
languages. To select subtitles, press
the SUBTITLE button. To select a
dif f erent language than the one
being heard, press the AUDIO
button. Continue to press and
release the SUBTITLE or AUDIO
button to scan through all available
languages.
To change the
color, contrast, aspect ratio, and
brightness of the video screen, press
the DISP button. The current setting
of one will be displayed on the
screen each time you press the
button. Use the and buttons to change the setting
as desired. The display will disappear
f rom the screen several seconds
af ter you stop adjusting the setting. On some DVDs,
the scenes are recorded by more
than one camera, giving different
viewpoints of the same scene. By
pressing the Angle button, you can
select a dif f erent viewpoint.
In the
MENU selection mode, pressing the
RETURN button for less than two
seconds changes the MENU display
to the previous page.
Pressing the RETURN button for
more than two seconds while a DVD
is playing brings the system into the
TITLE enter mode. When you enter
your selection, the DVD player will
start playing f rom the selected title.
Rear Entertainment System
Comf ort and Convenience Feat ures
STOP Button
MENU and TITLE Buttons SUBT IT L ES and A UDIO Buttons
DISP ButtonANGLE Button
RETURN (T/C) Button
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Always use the parking brake when
you park your vehicle. Make sure
the parking brake is set f irmly or
your vehicle may roll if it is parked
on an incline.
Set the parking brake bef ore you put
the transmission in Park. This keeps
the vehicle from moving and putting
pressure on the parking mechanism
in the transmission.Make sure the windows are closed.
Turn of f the lights.
Place any packages, valuables, etc.
in the cargo area, or take them
with you.
Lock the doors and the tailgate.
Never park over dry leaves, tall
grass, or other f lammable
materials. The hot three way
catalytic converter could cause
these materials to catch on fire.If the vehicle is f acing uphill, turn
the f ront wheels away f rom the
curb.
If the vehicle is f acing downhill,
turn the front wheels toward the
curb.
Make sure the parking brake is
f ully released bef ore driving away.
Driving with the parking brake
partially set can overheat or
damage the rear brakes.
Driving
Parking T ips
Parking T ips
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Check the f luid level with the engine
at normal operating temperature.Park the vehicle on level ground.
Shut of f the engine.
Remove the dipstick (yellow loop)
f rom the transmission, and wipe it
with a clean cloth.
When you ref ill the reservoir, clean
the edges of the windshield wiper
blades with windshield washer f luid
on a clean cloth. This will help to
condition them. Fill the reservoir with a good-quality
windshield washer f luid. This
increases the cleaning capability and
prevents f reezing in cold weather. The low washer
level indicator will come on when the
level is low (see page ). Check the reservoir’s f luid level by
removing the cap and looking at the
level gauge attached to the cap. Check the f luid level in the
windshield washer reservoir at least
monthly during normal use. This
reservoir supplies the windshield and
rear window washers. 1.
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On Canadian models:
Windshield Washers, A ut omat ic T ransmission Fluid
Maint enance
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Windshield Washers
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NOTICE:
LEVEL GAUGE
DIPSTICK
Do not use engine antif reeze
or a vinegar/water solution in the
windshield washer reservoir. Antif reeze
can damage your vehicle’s paint, while
a vinegar/water solution can damage
the windshield washer pump. Use only
commercially-available windshield
washer f luid.

If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than one
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors.Fill the f uel tank.
Change the engine oil and f ilter.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc. are
completely dry.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Park. Block the rear wheels.
If the vehicle is to be stored f or a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).
Disconnect the battery.
Support the f ront and rear wiper
blade arms with a f olded towel or
ragsotheydonottouchthe
windshield.
To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and tailgate seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and tailgate seals.Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
f rom a porous material such as
cotton. Non-porous materials, such
as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
If possible, periodically run the
engine until it reaches f ull
operating temperature (the
cooling f ans cycle on and of f
twice). Pref erably, do this once a
month.
If you store your vehicle f or 1 year or
longer, have your Honda dealer
perf orm the inspections called f or in
the 2 years/30,000 miles (48,000 km)
maintenance schedule (Normal
Conditions) as soon as you take it
out of storage (see page ). The
replacements called f or in the
maintenance schedule are not
needed unless the vehicle has
actually reached that time or mileage. 205
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