wiper blades HONDA ODYSSEY 2009 RB3-RB4 / 4.G Owners Manual

This section explains why it is
important to keep your vehicle well
maintained and how to f ollow basic
maintenance saf ety precautions.
This section also includes
instructions on how to read the
maintenance minder messages on
the inf ormation display or multi-
inf ormation display (depending on
models), and instructions f or simple
maintenance tasks you may want to
take care of yourself .
If you have the skills and tools to
perf orm more complex maintenance
tasks on your vehicle, you may want
to purchase the service manual. See
page f or inf ormation on how to
obtain a copy, or see your dealer.......................
Maintenance Saf ety .414
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Maintenance Minder .415
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Fluid Locations .425
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Adding Engine Oil .426
Changing the Engine Oil and ...........................................
Filter .428
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Engine Coolant .430
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Windshield Washers .432
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Automatic Transmission Fluid .433
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Brake Fluid .435
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Power Steering Fluid .436
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Timing Belt .436
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Lights .437
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Cleaning the Seat Belts .444
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Floor Mats .444
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Dust and Pollen Filter .444
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Wiper Blades .445
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Wheels .450
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Tires .450
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Checking the Battery .458
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Vehicle Storage .459
513
Maintenance
Maint enance
413
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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.
Check the f luid level by removing
the cap and looking at the level
gauge attached to the cap.The low washer
level indicator comes on when the
level is low (see page ).
You will also see a ‘‘WASHER
FLUID LOW’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ). Fill the reservoir with a good-quality
windshield washer f luid. This
increases the cleaning capability and
prevents f reezing in cold weather.
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 the blade edges.
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On Canadian models:
On Canadian Touring model:
Windshield Washers
432
LEVEL GAUGE
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.
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Check the condition of the wiper
blades at least every 6 months.
Replace them if you f ind signs of
cracking in the rubber, and areas
that are getting hard or if they leave
streaks and unwiped areas when
used.Raise the wiper arm of f the
windshield. Raise the driver’s side
first, then the passenger’s side.Disconnect the blade assembly
from the wiper arm:
Put a cloth on the edge of the lock
tab, then push up on the lock tab
caref ully with a f lat-tip screwdriver.
To replace a f ront wiper blade: 2.
1.
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Wiper Blades
Maint enance
445
WIPER ARMS
LOCK TAB
Do not open the hood when the wiper
arms are raised, or you will damage the
hood and the arms.
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Pivot the blade assembly toward
the wiper arm until it releases
from the wiper arm.
When replacing a wiper blade,
make sure not to drop the wiper
blade or wiper arm down on the
windshield.Examine the new wiper blades. If
they have no plastic or metal
reinf orcement along the back
edge, remove the metal
reinf orcement strips f rom the old
wiper blade, and install them in
the slots along the edge of the new
blade.
Remove the blade f rom its holder
by grabbing the tabbed end of the
blade. Pull f irmly until the tabs
come out of the holder.
3. 4.
Wiper Blades
446
BLADE
WIPER ARM
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Slide the wiper blade assembly
onto the wiper arm. Push down
the lock tab. Make sure the wiper
blade assembly locks in place.
Lower the wiper arm down against
the windshield, the passenger’s
side first, then the driver’s side.
Place the top of the wiper blade on
the end of the blade assembly, and
slide the blade onto the assembly
in the direction pointed to by the
arrow.
Make sure the tab on the blade
assembly fits in the indent of the
wiper blade and the blade is
completely installed.
Make sure the three rubber tabs
inside the blade f it to each notch of
the reinf orcement, as shown.
5.6.
7.
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Wiper Blades
Maint enance
447
REINFORCEMENT
BLADE
TOP
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Pull one end of the blade out f rom
the holder.
Slide the blade out of the holder.
To replace a rear wiper blade:
Disconnect the blade assembly
f rom the wiper arm by pivoting the
blade assembly upward. Examine the new wiper blades. If
they have no plastic or metal
reinf orcement along the back
edge, remove the metal
reinf orcement strips f rom the old
wiper blade, and install them in
the slots along the edge of the new
blade.
1.
2.
3.
Wiper Blades
448
BLADE
REINFORCEMENT
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Slide the new blade into the wiper
arm. Make sure it is engaged in
the slot along its f ull length.
Insert both ends of the blade into
the holder. Make sure they are
secure.Install the wiper blade assembly
onto the wiper arm. Make sure it
locks in place.
Lower the wiper arm against the
windshield.
4. 5.
6.
Wiper Blades
Maint enance
449
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CONT INUED
Power Sliding Doors.......................................
Indicator .75
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Operation .161
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Switches .162
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Power Socket Locations .194
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Power Tailgate .158
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Power Windows .186
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts .19
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Protecting Adults and Teens .11
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Additional Safety Precautions .19
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Advice f or Pregnant Women .19
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Protecting Children .38
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Protecting Inf ants .43
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Protecting Larger Children .56
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Protecting Small Children .44
Using Child Seats with
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Tethers .53
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Using LATCH .48
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Radiator Overheating .477
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Radio/CD Sound System .221
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Readiness Codes .480
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Rear Audio Control Panel .290
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Rear A/C Unit .216 ........
Rear Entertainment System .285
Rear Lights, Bulb
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Replacement .441,442
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Rearview Camera and Monitor .365
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Rear View Mirror .190
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Rear Window Def ogger .140
Rear Window Wiper and
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Washer .135
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Reclining the Seat Backs .168,170
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Reclining the Second Row Seats .168
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Reclining the Third Row Seat .169
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Reminder Indicators .65,66
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Remote Audio Controls .282
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Remote Control (RES) .312
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Remote Transmitter .145
Removing the Second Row ...........................................
Seats .177
Replacement Inf ormation ................
Engine Oil and Filter .428
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Fuses .482
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Light Bulbs .437
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Timing Belt .436
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Tires .454
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Wiper Blades .445
Replacing Seat Belts Af ter a ............................................
Crash .24 .............
Reporting Saf ety Def ects .512
Reserve Tank,
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Engine Coolant .372,430
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Retractable Center Tray .195
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Reverse Gear Position .387
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Roof Rack .381
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Rotation, Tire .453
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Saf ety Belts .8,21
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Safety Defects, Reporting .512
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Saf ety Features .7
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Airbags .9
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Seat Belts .8
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Saf ety Labels, Location of .61
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Saf ety Messages .ii
Index
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Vehicle Capacity Load .379,404
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Vehicle Dimensions .494
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Vehicle Identif ication Number .492
Vehicle Stability Assist
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(VSA
) .70,394
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Vehicle Storage .459
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Ventilation .213
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VIN .492
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Viscosity, Oil .427
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WARNING, Explanation of .ii
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Warning Labels, Location of .61
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Warranty Coverages .511
Washer, Windshield ........
Checking the Fluid Level .432
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Level Indicator .74
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Operation .134
Wheels .............
Adjusting the Steering .141
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Alignment and Balance .453
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Compact Spare .465
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Wrench .469
Windows .............................
Auto Reverse .186 ................
Operating the Power .186
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Rear, Def ogger .140
Windshield .....................................
Cleaning .134
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Def roster .214
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Washers .134
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades .445
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Operation .134
Rear Windshield Wiper and ...................................
Washer .135
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Wireless Headphones .315
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Worn Tires .452
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Wrecker, Emergency Towing .488
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XM
Radio .238
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