dashboard HONDA ODYSSEY 2006 RB1-RB2 / 3.G Owner's Manual

Air flows from the center
and corner vents in the dashboard.
Airf low is divided between
the vents in the dashboard and the
f loor vents. This button turns the rear window
def ogger on and of f (see page ).
Use the mode control dial or button
to select the vents the air flows from.
Some air will flow from the
dashboard vents in all modes. Air f lows f rom the def roster
vents at the base of the windshield.
When you select , the system
automatically switches to f resh air
mode and turns on the A/C.
The passenger’s temperature cannot
be set separately f rom the driver’s.
The system automatically
turns on the A/C and switches to
recirculation mode. Air f lows f rom
the center and side vents in the
dashboard.
Airf low is divided between
the f loor vents and the def roster
vents at the base of the windshield. Air f lows f rom the f loor
vents. When you select , the
system automatically switch to Fresh
Air mode. When you want to change the
temperature of the rear passenger
compartment, press the REAR
button. The indicator in the button
comes on, and you can change the
temperature using the rear
temperature control button. When
you press the REAR LOCK button,the indicator in the button comes on,
the rear A/C passenger control
panel is disabled, and you cannot
change any settings f rom it.
See page f or how to operate the
rear passenger control panel.
You can change the fan speed of the
rear system f rom the f ront control
panel. Press the REAR button, the
indicator in the button comes on.
Push the rear fan control button up
or down to increase or decrease the
rear f an speed. When you press the
REAR LOCK button, the indicator in
the button comes on, and the rear
passenger control panel is disabled.
See page f or how to operate the
rear passenger control panel.
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On LX model only
On Touring models only On EX and EX-L models
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Rear Window Def ogger Button
Mode Control
REAR/REAR LOCK Button
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Air conditioning, as it cools, removes
moisture from the air. When used in
combination with the heater, it
makes the interior warm and dry.To remove f og f rom the inside of the
windows:
Select . The system
automatically switches to f resh air
mode and turns on the A/C.
The indicator in the A/C button
will not come on (LX model), or
the A/C ON indicator will not
come on (EX, EX-L and Touring
models), if the A/C was of f to
start with.
Select .
Set the f an and temperature
controls to maximum level.
This setting is suitable f or all driving
conditions whenever the outside
temperature is above 32°F (0°C). Switch the f an on.
Turn on the air conditioning.
Select and fresh air mode.
Adjust the temperature to your
pref erence.
When you switch to another mode
f rom , the A/C turns of f . But
if it was on to start with, it stays on.Set the f an to high.
Select . The system
automatically switches to the fresh
air mode and turns on the A/C.
The indicator in the A/C button
will not come on (LX model), or
the A/C ON indicator will not
come on (EX, EX-L and Touring
models), if the A/C was of f to
start with.
Adjust the temperature so the
airflow feels warm.
Select to help clear the
rear window.
To clear the windows f aster, you can
close the dashboard corner vents by
rotating the wheel next to each vent.
This sends more warm air to the
windshield def roster vents. Once the
windshield is clear, select f resh 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.
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On U.S. vehicles
On U.S. vehicles
Vents, Heating, and A/C
Dehumidif y the Interior T o Def og and Def rostT o Remove Exterior Frost or Ice
From the Windows
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The direction and quantity of airf low
f rom each rear ceiling vent is
adjustable.
To adjust the direction of air coming
f rom 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 airf low.Theclimatecontrolsystemhasthree
sensors. A sunlight sensor is in the
top of the dashboard, and a
temperature sensor is next to the
steering column. There is also a rear
sensor on the rear sidewall near the
exhaust vent. Do not cover the
sensors or spill any liquid on them. Sunlight and T emperature
Sensors
Rear Ceiling Vents
Rear Climate Control, Climate Control Sensors
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SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR
TAB
LEVER

The security system automatically
sets 15 seconds after you lock the
doors, hood, and the tailgate. For the
system to activate, you must lock the
doorsandthetailgatefromthe
outside with the key, the lock tab,
the door lock switch, or the remote
transmitter. The security system
indicator in the instrument panel
starts blinking immediately to show
you the system is setting itself .Once the security system is set,
opening any door, the tailgate, or the
hood without using the key or the
remote transmitter, will cause it to
alarm. It also alarms if the radio is
removed f rom the dashboard or the
wiring is cut.The security system will not set if
the hood, tailgate, or any door is not
f ully closed. If the system will not set,
check the Door and Tailgate Open
Monitor on the instrument panel
(see page ), to see if the doors
and the tailgate are f ully closed.
Since it is not part of the monitor
display, manually check the hood.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it.
The security system helps to protect
your vehicle and valuables f rom thef t.
The horn sounds and a combination
of headlights, parking lights, side
marker lights and taillights f lashes if
someone attempts to break into your
vehicleorremovetheradio.This
alarm continues f or 2 minutes, then
the alarm stops. To reset an
alarming system before the 2
minutes have elapsed, unlock either
f ront door with the key or the
remote transmitter.
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On EX, EX-L and Touring models
Security System
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SECURITY SYSTEM
INDICATOR

Your vehicle has a parking sensor
system. The system lets you know
theapproximatedistancebetween
your vehicle and most obstacles
while you are parking. When the
system is on and your vehicle is
nearinganobstacle,youwillhear
beeping and see parking messages in
the multi-information display.To activate the system, push the
button on the dashboard with the
ignition in the ON (II) position. The
indicator in the button comes on
when the system is on. To turn the
system of f , push the button again.The system has two front corner
sensors, two rear corner sensors,
and a rear center sensor.
The rear center sensor works only
when the shif t lever is in Reverse (R),
and the vehicle speed is less than 5
mph (8 km/h).
The corner sensors work only when
the shif t lever is in any position other
than P and the vehicle speed is less
than 5 mph (8 km/h).
All obstacles may not always be
sensed. Even when the system is on,
you should look f or obstacles near
yourvehicletomakesureitissafeto
park.
On Touring models
Parking Sensor System
Features
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PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM BUTTON
MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY

Bef ore ref ueling, make sure the rear
sliding door on the driver’s side is
closed.Park with the driver’s side closest
to the service station pump.
Stop f illing the tank af ter the f uel
nozzle automatically clicks of f . Do
not try to ‘‘top off’’ the tank. Leave
some room f or the f uel to expand
with temperature changes.
even
though the tank is not full, there may
be a problem with your vehicle’s f uel
vapor recovery system. The system
helps keep f uel vapors f rom going
into the atmosphere. Consult your
dealer.
Open the f uel f ill door by pulling
on the handle under the lower lef t
corner of the dashboard. Remove the f uel f ill cap slowly.
You may hear a hissing sound as
pressure inside the tank escapes.
The fuel fill cap is attached to the
f uel f iller with a tether. Insert the
attachment on the f uel f ill cap into
the slit on the f uel f ill door.
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If the f uel nozzle keeps clicking of f
Ref ueling
Service Station Procedures
Bef ore Driving
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FUEL FILL CAP
Gasoline is highly flammable
and explosive. You can be
burned or seriously injured
when handling fuel.
Stop the engine, and keep
heat, sparks, and flame away.
Handle fuel only outdoors.
Wipe up spills immediately.

Park the vehicle, and set the
parking brake. Pull the hood
release handle located under the
lower lef t corner of the dashboard.
The hood will pop up slightly.Put your f ingers under the f ront
edge of the hood. The hood latch
handle is above the ‘‘H’’ logo. Pull
this handle until it releases the
hood, then lif t the hood.
If the hood latch handle moves stif f ly,
or you can open the hood without
lifting the handle, the mechanism
should be cleaned and lubricated.
Screw the fuel fill cap back on
until it clicks at least once. If you
do not properly tighten the cap,
the malf unction indicator lamp
maycomeon(seepage ).You
will also see a ‘‘CHECK FUEL
CAP’’ message on the odometer/
trip meter display (LX, EX and
EX-L models) or ‘‘TIGHTEN
FUEL CAP’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display (Touring
models).
Push the f uel f ill door closed until
it latches.
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Service Station Procedures
Opening and Closing the Hood
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HOOD RELEASE HANDLE
LATCH

The vehicle’s f uses are contained in
f our f use boxes (three, if the vehicle
does not have a rear entertainment
system).To open the passenger’s f use box,
pull the right edge of the cover.
Theinteriorfuseboxesarelocated
under the dashboard on the driver’s
and passenger’s side. The primary under-hood f use box is
on the passenger’s side. To open it,
pushthetabsasshown.
The secondary under-hood f use box
is behind the primary f use box.
Fuses
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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DRIVER’S SIDE INTERIOR
PASSENGER’S SIDE
INTERIORPRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX

Your vehicle has several identif ying
numbers in various places.
The vehicle identif ication number
(VIN) is the 17-digit number your
dealer uses to register your vehicle
f or warranty purposes. It is also
necessary f or licensing and insuring
your vehicle. The easiest place to
find the VIN is on a plate fastened to
the top of the dashboard. You can
seeitbylookingthroughthe
windshield on the driver’s side. It is
also on the certification label
attached to the driver’s doorjamb,
and is stamped on the engine
compartment bulkhead. The VIN is
also provided in bar code on the
certif ication label.
Identif ication Numbers
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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBERCERTIFICATION LABEL

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Specif ications
Technical Inf ormation
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Alignment
Tires Fuses
Battery Lights 60 W (HB3)
12 V
12 V
21 W 51 W (HB4)
21 W
12 V 12 V
Toe-in
Camber
Caster 0.00 in (0.0 mm)
0.08 in (2.0 mm)
0°
0°30’
2°32’
Size
Pressure 235/65R16 103T
235-710R460A 104T T135/80D17 103M
33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm
)
12 V 35 W
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm)
35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm)
12 V 12 V
12 V 12 V 12 V
21 W 21/5 W 21 W
12 V
12 V
12 V 2 W 12 V
12 V 1.5 CP
3CP
5W
16 W
5W
5W Interior
Under-hood
Capacity 12 V 12 V65 AH/20 HR
52 AH/5 HR
12 V
12 V
8W
4W(2CP)
Headlights
Front turn signal
Front fog lights
Front turn signal lights
Front parking/side marker
lights
Rear turn signal lights
Stop/Taillights
Taillights
Back-up lights
License plate light
High-mount brake light
Individual map lights
Vanity mirror lights
Cargo area light
Door courtesy light See page385or the fuse label
attached to the dashboard.
See page386or the fuse label
attached to the inside of the fuse
box door under the dashboard.
See page384or the fuse box
cover.
Front
Rear
Front
Rear
Front
U.S. Touring model Front/Rear
Spare
Front
Rear
Spare
(Amber)
(Amber) Driver’s side
Passenger’s side
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Front
Rear High
Low
EX-L and Canadian Touring models
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