HONDA ODYSSEY 2012 RB3-RB4 / 4.G Owners Manual

110Controls
Locking and Unlocking the DoorsKey Types and FunctionsThis vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and to lock and unlock the doors and
tailgate. You can also use the remote transmitter to lock and unlock the doors and
to open the tailgate.
There is a panic button in the remote transmitter.■
Master Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All of the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2Immobilizer System P. 134
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to
the electronics:•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.•Keep the keys away from liquids.•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the remote transmitter may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
Models with remote
transmitter
Models with power
sliding door
Models with power sliding
door and power tailgate

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuKey Types and Functions
Controls
Can be used to start and stop the engine, and
lock and unlock driver's door.
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
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Valet Key
1Valet Key
When you need to leave a key with a third party,
leave the valet key.
Gray
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Key Number Tag
1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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Locking the doors
Press the LOCK button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights will flash, all the
doors and the tailgate will lock, and the
security system sets.
Twice (within five seconds after the first
push):
uA beeper sounds and verifies the security
system
* is set.
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Unlocking the doors
Press the UNLOCK button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights flash twice, and the
driver's door unlocks.
Twice:
uThe remaining doors and the tailgate
unlock.
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Using the Remote Transmitter
*
1Using the Remote Transmitter
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of
unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter,
the doors will automatically relock.
You can change the relock timer setting.
2Customized Features P. 101
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior lights come on when you press
the UNLOCK button.
No doors opened: The lights fade out after 30
seconds.
Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off
immediately.
2Interior Lights P. 169
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so
the operating range may vary depending on the
surroundings.
The remote will not lock the vehicle when a door is
open.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is
probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead.
2Replacing the Button Battery P. 380
You can customize the door unlock mode setting.
2Customized Features P. 101
Models with multi-information display
LED Unlock
ButtonLock
ButtonUnlock
Button
LED Lock
Button
Passenger’s
Side Sliding
Door ButtonDriver’s Side
Sliding Door
Button
Unlock
Button
LED Lock
Button
Passenger’s
Side Sliding
Door ButtonDriver’s Side
Sliding Door
Button
Tailgate Button
* Not available on all models

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
Fully insert the key and turn it.■
Locking the driver's door
Push the lock tab rearward
a
or push the
master door lock switch in the lock direction
b
, and close the door.
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Locking the passenger's doors
Push the lock tab rearward and close the door.
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Lockout prevention system
The doors and tailgate cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch, and
any door or the tailgate is open.
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Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
1Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door with a key, all of the
other doors and the tailgate lock at the same time.
When unlocking, the driver's door unlocks first. Turn
the key a second time within a few seconds to unlock
the remaining doors and the tailgate.
You can customize the door unlock mode setting.
2Customized Features P. 101
Models with multi-information display
Lock
Unlock
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Locking a Door Without Using a Key
1Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door, all the other doors
and the tailgate lock at the same time.
Make sure you have the key in your hand before
locking the door to prevent it from being locked in
the vehicle.

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside
Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside
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Locking a door
Pull the lock tab.
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Unlocking a door
Push the lock tab in.
Press the master door lock switch in as shown
to lock or unlock all doors and the tailgate.
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Using the Lock Tab
1Using the Lock Tab
When you lock the door using the lock tab on the
driver's door, all of the other doors and the tailgate
lock at the same time.
When you unlock the door using the lock tab on the
driver's door, only the driver's door will unlock.
To UnlockLock TabTo Lock
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Using the Master Door Lock Switch
*
1Using the Master Door Lock Switch
When you lock/unlock the driver's door using the
master door lock switch, all the other doors and the
tailgate lock/unlock at the same time.
The front passenger’s door also has the master door
lock switch.
To Unlock
Master Door
Lock SwitchTo Lock
* Not available on all models

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuChildproof Door Locks
Controls
Childproof Door LocksThe childproof door locks prevent the rear doors from being opened from the inside
regardless of the position of the lock tab.
Slide the lever in the rear door to the lock
position, and close the door.
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When opening the sliding door
Open the door using the outside door handle.
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Setting the Childproof Door Locks
1Childproof Door Locks
To open the door from the inside when the
childproof door lock is on, put the lock tab in the
unlock position, lower the rear window, put your
hand out of the window, and pull the outside door
handle.
The door pillar switches become disabled.
2Power Sliding Door Switches P. 130
Unlock
Lock
Models with power sliding doors
LockUnlock

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuAuto Door Locking/Unlocking
Controls
Auto Door Locking/UnlockingYour vehicle locks all doors and the tailgate and unlocks the driver’s door
automatically when a certain condition is met.■
Drive lock mode
All doors and the tailgate lock when the vehicle’s speed reaches about 10 mph (15
km/h).
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Park unlock mode
The driver’s door unlocks when the shift lever is moved into
(P
with the brake pedal
depressed.
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Auto Door Locking
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Auto Door Unlocking
1Auto Door Locking/Unlocking
You can turn off or change to another auto door
locking/unlocking setting using the master door lock
switch.
2Customizing the Auto Door Locking/
Unlocking Setting P. 117
You can turn off or change to another auto door
locking/unlocking setting using the multi-information
display.
2Customized Features P. 101
Models without multi-information displayModels with multi-information display

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuCustomizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting
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Continued
Controls
Customizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting
*
You can customize the auto door locking/unlocking setting to your liking using the master door lock switch.■
Auto door locking
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Auto door unlocking
*1: Default setting
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List of the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Customizable Options
Mode
Description
Drive Lock Mode
*1
All doors and the tailgate lock when the vehicle’s speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h).
Park Lock Mode
All doors and the tailgate lock when the shift lever is moved out of
(P
with the brake pedal depressed.
Off
The auto door locking is deactivated all the time.
Mode
Description
Park Unlock Mode
Driver’s door unlocks
*1
All doors and the tailgate unlock
When the shift lever is moved into
(P
with the brake pedal depressed.
Ignition Switch Unlock
Mode
Driver’s door unlocks
All doors and the tailgate unlock
When the ignition switch is moved out of ON
(w
.
Off
The auto door unlocking is deactivated all the time.
* Not available on all models

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuCustomizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting
*
Controls
*1: Default setting■
Customizing Flow for Auto Door Locking Options
Steps
Drive Lock Mode
*1
Park Lock Mode
Off
1
Move the shift lever out of
(P
with the
brake pedal depressed.
Move the shift lever to
(P
with the
brake pedal depressed.
Move the shift lever to
(P
with the brake
pedal depressed.
2
The driver’s door must be closed at this stage.
Open the driver’s door.
3
Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
.
Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
.
4
Press and hold the front of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door for more
than five seconds. Release the switch after you hear a click twice.
Press and hold the front of the master
door lock switch on the driver’s door for
more than five seconds. Release the switch
after you hear one click.
5
Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY
(q
within 20 seconds.
uCustomization is completed.

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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuCustomizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting
*
Controls
*1: Default setting■
Customizing Flow for Auto Door Unlocking Options
Steps
Ignition Switch Unlock Mode
Park Unlock Mode
Off
To unlock driver’s
door
To unlock all doors
and the tailgate
To unlock driver’s
door
*1
To unlock all doors
and the tailgate
1
Move the shift lever out of
(P
with the brake
pedal depressed.
Move the shift lever to
(P
with the brake
pedal depressed.
Move the shift lever to
(P
with
the brake pedal depressed.
2
The driver’s door must be closed at this stage.
Open the driver’s door.
3
Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
.
Turn the ignition switch to ON
(w
.
4
Press and hold the rear of the master door lock switch on the driver’s door for more than five seconds. You will hear a click twice.
5
Release the switch.
Keep pressing the
switch for another five
seconds to hear one
more click.
Release the switch.
Keep pressing the
switch for another five
seconds to hear one
more click.
Release the switch.
6
Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY
(q
within 20 seconds.
uCustomization is completed.