sensor HONDA ODYSSEY 2009 RB3-RB4 / 4.G Owner's Manual

µThe lights turn of f automatically
when you turn the ignition switch to
the LOCK (0) position. To turn them
on again, either turn the ignition
switch to the ON (II) position, or
turn the light switch to the
position.
Even with the automatic lighting
f eature turned on, we recommend
thatyouturnonthelightsmanually
when driving at night or in a dense
f og, or when you enter dark areas
such as long tunnels or parking
f acilities. The automatic lighting f eature is
controlledbyasensorlocatedontop
of the dashboard. Do not cover this
sensor or spill liquids on it.
The automatic lighting
f eature turns on the headlights, all
other exterior lights, and the
instrument panel lights when it
senses low ambient light.
To turn on the automatic lighting,
turn the light switch to the AUTO
position at any time. The lights will
come on automatically when the
outside light level becomes low (at
dusk, f or example). The lights on
indicator comes on as a reminder.
The lights and indicator turn of f
automatically when the system
senses high ambient light.
On Touring models
Headlights
AUTO
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SENSOR
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The power tailgate has an auto-
reverse f eature. If it meets
resistance while opening or closing,
it will beep three times and reverse
direction. However, the tailgate may
not reverse immediately. Always
make sure passengers and objects
are clear of the tailgate before
opening or closing it.
Also check that passengers,
especially children, do not have their
hands on the edge of the tailgate or
on the tailgate sill. The auto reverse
featurestopsworkingwhenthe
tailgate is about to latch so the motor
can pull the tailgate shut.
If your vehicle’s battery is
disconnected, goes dead, or the f use
is removed while the tailgate is f ully
open, the power tailgate needs to be
reset. After connecting the battery
or installing the f use, close the
tailgate f ully by hand.
The power tailgate may not open or
close under the these conditions:
Whenthetailgateortheroof is
covered with snow or ice.
Do not install any accessories on the
tailgate. It may cause the tailgate to
malf unction. If there is snow or ice
on the tailgate, make sure to remove
it bef ore you operate the tailgate.
When the vehicle is swayed in a
strong wind.
The vehicle is parked on a steep
hill.
If you pull the tailgate release handle
while the tailgate is opening or
closing, it will stop moving. You need
to open or close it the rest of the way
manually.
The tailgate has sensors on both
sides. Be caref ul not to damage them.
If the sensors are damaged, the
power tailgate does not f unction
properly.
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Tailgate
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Closing a power tailgate while
anyone is in the path of the
tailgate can cause serious
injury.
Make sure everyone is clear
before closing the power
tailgate.
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If the power sliding door indicator
comesonandstayson,thereisa
problem in the system. Turn the
MAIN switch to OFF, and have the
system inspected by a dealer.
Each sliding door has a pinch sensor
on the f ront edge. Do not damage
this sensor, or the power sliding door
may not operate properly. If there is a problem in the power
sliding door system, you will see a
‘‘CHECK LEFT SLIDING DOOR’’ or
‘‘CHECK RIGHT SLIDING DOOR’’
message on the multi-information
display (see page ). If this
message stays on, turn the MAIN
switch to OFF, and have the system
inspected by your dealer.
If the battery is disconnected or goes
dead, close the sliding door
completely by hand. If it still does
not operate properly af ter the
battery is reconnected, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
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On EX and EX-L models On Touring models
On EX, EX-L and Touring models
Pinch Sensor Power Sliding Door Indicator
Sliding Doors
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PINCH SENSOR
POWER SLIDING DOOR INDICATOR
U.S. model is shown
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The maximum capacity f or this
power outlet is 115 volt AC at 100
watts or less. If you use an appliance
which requires more than 100 watts,
it automatically stops supplying the
power. If this happens, turn the
ignition switch of f and turn it on
again.The AC power outlet is not
designed f or electric appliances
which require high initial peak
wattage such as cathode-ray tube
type televisions, ref rigerators,
electric pumps, etc. It is also not
suitable f or devices that process
precise data such as medical
equipment or measuring instruments.
Any appliances that require an
extremely stable power supply such
as microcomputer-controlled electric
blankets, touch sensor lamps, etc.,
should not be connected to this
outlet.
Interior Convenience Items
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NOTE:
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The heating and air conditioning
system in your vehicle provides a
comf ortable driving environment in
all weather conditions.
The standard audio system has
many f eatures. This section
describes those f eatures and how to
use them. (If you have an optional
audio system, ref er to the operating
instructions that came with it.)
Your vehicle has an anti-theft audio
system that requires a code number
to enable it.
The security system helps to
discourage vandalism and thef t of
your vehicle.
Theclimatecontrolsystemandthe
audio system have a voice control
feature. Refer to the navigation
system manual f or more inf ormation..............
Vents, Heating, and A/C .210
Using Automatic Climate ...................................
Control .215
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Using the Rear A/C Unit .216
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Climate Control Sensors .220
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Audio System .221
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Playing the AM/FM Radio .222
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Playing a Disc .226
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Disc Player Error Messages .233
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Playing the AM/FM Radio .234
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Playing the XM
Radio .238
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Playing Discs .244
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Disc Changer Error Messages .251
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Playing the AM/FM Radio .252
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Playing the XM
Radio .257
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Playing Discs .263
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Disc Changer Error Messages .271
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Protecting Your Discs .272
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AM/FM Radio Reception .275
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Playing a Tape .277
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Setting the Clock .281
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Remote Audio Controls .282 ......................
Auxiliary Input Jack .283
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Radio Thef t Protection .284
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Rear Entertainment System .285
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Security System .318
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Cruise Control .319
HomeLink
Universal ................................
Transceiver .322
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Bluetooth
HandsFreeLink.325
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Parking Sensor System .361
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Reaview Camera and Monitor .365
LX and Canadian DX models
EX and EX-L models without navigation system
Models with navigation system
On vehicles with navigation system
Features
Features
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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.
On EX, EX-L and Touring models
Sunlight and T emperature
Sensors
Rear Ceiling Vents
Vents, Heating, and A/C, Climate Control Sensors
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SUNLIGHT SENSOR TEMPERATURE SENSOR
TAB
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All obstacles may not always be
sensed. Even when the system is on,
you should look f or obstacles near
yourvehicletomakesureitissafeto
park.
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,youwillheara
beeper and see system messages on
the multi-information display.
To activate the system, push the
switch on the dashboard with the
ignition in the ON (II) position. The
indicator in the switch comes on
when the system is on. To turn the
system of f , push the switch again.The system has two front corner
sensors, two rear corner sensors,
and a rear center sensor.
The rear center sensors work 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).
On Touring models
Parking Sensor System
Features
361
PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM SWITCH
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Example shown: Obstacle is at the lef t f ront of the vehicle
When you turn the system on, all
indicators will appear on the multi-
inf ormation display, and a beeper
sounds once.
When the system senses an obstacle,
the appropriate indicator comes on,
and a beeper sounds as shown in the
f ollowing tables. Distance
BeeperAbout 16-20 in
(40-50 cm)
About 12-16 in
(30-40 cm)
Upper lef t
indicator stays on
Short beeps Continuous
beep
Very short beeps About 12 in
(30 cm) or less
Upper lef t
indicator stays on Upper lef t
indicator stays on
Indicator
Corner Sensor Operat ionMulti-Inf ormation Display
Messages and Beeper Operation
Parking Sensor System
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If the system develops a problem,
you will see a ‘‘CHECK PARKING
SENSOR SYSTEM’’ message on the
multi-inf ormation display, and a
beeper sounds continuously. Very
of ten, a sensor covered with mud, ice,
snow,etc.isthecauseof this
message. Check the sensors f irst. If
the message stays on or the beeper
does not stop, have the system
checked by your dealer.
Distance
Beeper Short beeps
Continuous
beeps
Very short beeps
Bottom
indicator stays on
About 40-70 in
(1-1.8 m)
About 24-40 in
(0.6-1 m)
About 24 in
(0.6 m) or less
Bottom
indicator stays on Bottom
indicator stays on
Indicator
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Rear Cent er Sensor Operat ion
Parking Sensor System
Features
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The range of the corner sensors and
the rear center sensor are limited.
Each corner sensor is capable of
sensing an obstacle only when your
vehicleis20in(50cm)orcloser.
The rear center sensor senses an
obstacle that is behind your vehicle
70 in (1.8 m) or closer.
Do not put any accessories on or
around the sensors.The system may not f unction
properly under these conditions:
The sensors are covered with
snow,ice,mud,etc.
When the vehicle is on a rough
road, on grass, or on a hill.
After the vehicle has been sitting
out in hot or cold weather. When the system is af f ected by
some electrical equipment or
devices generating an ultrasonic
wave.
When operating the vehicle in bad
weather.
The system may not sense thin or
low objects, or sonic-absorptive
materials such as snow, cotton, or
sponge.
The system cannot sense objects
directly under the bumper.
Canadian Owners: This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210. Operation issubject to the f ollowing two conditions:(1) this device may not causeinterf erence, and (2) this device mustaccept any interf erence that may causeundesired operation of the device.
This ISM device complies with CanadianICES-001.
Parking Sensor System
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Within about 20 in (50 cm) Within about 70 in (1.8 m)
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