heating HONDA ODYSSEY 2012 RB3-RB4 / 4.G Owner's Manual

370Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining TiresChecking TiresTo safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.■
Inflation guidelines
Properly inflated tires provide the best combination of handling, tread life, and comfort.
Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or specification’s page for the specified pressure.
Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and
are more likely to fail from overheating.
Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone to road hazards,
and wear unevenly.
Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the pressure in
all tires, including the spare. Even tires in good condition can lose 1 to 2 psi (10 to
20 kPa, 0.1 to 0.2 kgf/cm
2) per month.
■
Inspection guidelines
Every time you check inflation, also examine the tires and valve stems.
Look for:
•Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tread. Replace the tire if you find any cuts,
splits, or cracks in the side of the tire. Replace it if you see fabric or cord.
•Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.
•Uneven tread wear. Have a dealer check the wheel alignment.
•Excessive tread wear.
2Wear Indicators P. 375
•Cracks or other damage around valve stem.
1Checking Tires
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This
means the vehicle has been parked for at least three
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If
necessary, add or release air until the specified
pressure is reached.
If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as much as
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.4 kgf/cm
2) higher than if
checked when cold.
Have a dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent
vibration while driving. New tires and any that have
been removed and reinstalled should be properly
balanced.
3
WARNING
Using tires that are excessively worn or
improperly inflated can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instructions in this owner’s
manual regarding tire inflation and
maintenance.

384Maintenance
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate Control System
* Maintenance
Dust and Pollen FilterThe heating and cooling system/climate control system is equipped with a dust and
pollen filter that collects pollen, dust, and other debris in the air. The Maintenance
Minder
TM messages will let you know when to replace the filter.
We recommend that you replace the dust and pollen filter sooner when using your
vehicle in areas with high concentrations of dust.
1Dust and Pollen Filter
If the airflow from the heating and cooling system/
climate control system deteriorates noticeably, and
the windows fog up easily, the filter may need to be
replaced. Please contact a dealer for replacement.
* Not available on all models

389
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
Tools
Types of Tools .................................. 390
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 391
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine ........................ 400
Jump Starting.................................... 401
Shift Lever Does Not Move.............. 403
Overheating
How to Handle Overheating ............. 404Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes
On ............................................. 406If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 406
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 407If the Brake System Indicator Comes On ....... 408If the Low Tire Pressure Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 409
If the TPMS Indicator Comes On ...... 409If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 410
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 411
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 416
Emergency Towing........................... 417
When You Cannot Open or Close the
Tailgate............................................ 418

404Handling the Unexpected
OverheatingHow to Handle OverheatingOverheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge needle is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses
power.
•Steam is coming out of the engine compartment.■
First thing to do
1.Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
uMove the shift lever to
(P
and set the parking brake. Turn off all accessories
and turn on the hazard warning lights.
2. No steam coming out: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
Steam coming out: Turn off the engine and wait until steam goes away. Then,
open the hood.
1How to Handle Overheating
NOTICEContinuing to drive with the temperature gauge
needle at the mark may damage the engine.
3
WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seriously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
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405
uuOverheatinguHow to Handle Overheating
Handling the Unexpected
■
Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once the temperature
gauge needle comes down.
uIf the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2.Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level and check the cooling
system components for leaks.
uIf the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
uIf there is no coolant in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Cover the
radiator cap with a heavy cloth and open
the cap. If necessary, add coolant up to
the base of the filler neck, and put the
cap back on.
■
Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge needle has gone down, resume driving. If it has not gone
down, contact a dealer for repairs.
1How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3
WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
MAX
Reserve
Tank
MIN

406Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/BlinkingIf the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■
Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■
What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1.Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2.If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
■
What to do after parking the vehicle
1.Stop the engine and let it sit for about one minute.
2.Open the hood and check the oil level.
uAdd oil as necessary.
3.Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.
uThe light goes out: Start driving again.
uThe light does not go out within 10 seconds: Stop the engine and
contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■
Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■
What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the heating and cooling system
*/climate control system
*, rear
defogger, and other electrical systems, and immediately contact a dealer
for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICERunning the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engine may rapidly discharge
the battery.
* Not available on all models

Index
433
Index
Index
AABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 316
AC Power Outlet...................................... 177
Accessories and Modifications................ 329
Accessory Power Sockets......................... 176
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 350
Engine Oil ............................................... 345
Washer ................................................... 354
Additives, Engine Oil............................... 345
Adjusting
Armrest .................................................. 168
Front Seats.............................................. 154
Head Restraints ....................................... 157
Mirrors.................................................... 152
Rear Seats ............................................... 162
Steering Wheel ....................................... 151
Temperature ........................................... 100
Air Conditioning System
(Climate Control System)....................... 187
Changing the Mode................................ 187
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows........................................ 188
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 384
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode................... 187
Sensors ................................................... 192
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 187
Air Conditioning System (Heating and
Cooling System)...................................... 183
Cooling................................................... 185Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ........................................ 185
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 384
Heating ................................................... 184
Air Pressure....................................... 371, 421
Airbags........................................................ 39
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 45
After a Collision ......................................... 43
Airbag Care ............................................... 53
Event Data Recorder .................................. 23
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 42
Indicator ........................................ 50, 76, 80
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 51
Sensors ...................................................... 39
Side Airbag Cutoff System ......................... 48
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 52
Side Airbags .............................................. 46
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 49
AM/FM Radio.................................... 198, 205
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 316
Indicator .................................................... 75
Armrest..................................................... 168
Audio Remote Controls............................ 203
Audio System............................................ 194
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 197, 204
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 195
Error Messages ........................................ 235
General Information ................................ 237
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................................... 226
Reactivating ............................................. 196
Recommended CDs ................................. 238Recommended Devices............................ 240
Remote Controls ..................................... 203
Security Code .......................................... 196
Theft Protection ...................................... 196
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 195
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 240
Audio/Information Display........................ 91
Authorized Manuals................................ 429
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................. 116
Customize ............................................... 117
Automatic Lighting.................................. 143
Automatic Transmission........................... 300
Creeping ................................................. 300
Fluid ........................................................ 352
Kickdown ................................................ 300
Operating the Shift Lever................... 17, 302
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 403
Shifting ................................................... 301
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 195
Average Fuel Economy.................. 88, 92, 99
Average Speed................................... 92, 100
BBattery...................................................... 379
Charging System Indicator................. 73, 406
Jump Starting .......................................... 401
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 379
Maintenance (Replacing) ................. 380, 382
Belts (Seat).................................................. 30
Beverage Holders..................................... 174

434Index
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System........ 312
Bluetooth
® Audio..................................... 230
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink
®..................... 259
Booster Seats (For Children)....................... 67
Brake System............................................. 314
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ................... 316
Brake Assist System ................................. 317
Fluid ........................................................ 353
Foot Brake ............................................... 315
Indicator ............................................ 72, 408
Parking Brake .......................................... 314
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel).... 147
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System........ 312
Bulb Replacement..................................... 355
Back-Up/Taillight...................................... 363
Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight
and Rear Turn Signal Lights .................... 361
Fog Lights ................................................ 359
Front Turn Signal/Parking/
Side Marker Lights ................................. 360
Headlights ............................................... 355
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 365
Rear License Plate Light............................ 364
Bulb Specifications.................................... 420
CCarbon Monoxide Gas................................ 68
Cargo Hooks.............................................. 178
Carrying Cargo.................................. 287, 289
CD Library.................................................. 216CD Player........................................... 200, 212
Center Pocket........................................... 173
Certification Label.................................... 422
Changing Bulbs........................................ 355
Charging System Indicator................. 73, 406
Child Safety................................................. 54
Childproof Door Locks............................. 115
Child Seat.................................................... 54
Booster Seats ............................................ 67
Child Seat for Infants................................. 56
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 57
Installing a Child Seat
with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................. 62
Larger Children ......................................... 66
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 56
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 58
Using a Tether ........................................... 64
Childproof Door Locks............................. 115
Cleaning the Exterior............................... 387
Cleaning the Interior................................ 385
Climate Control System............................ 187
Changing the Mode ................................ 187
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ........................................ 188
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 384
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 187
Sensors ................................................... 192
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 187
Clock.......................................................... 108
Coat Hooks............................................... 178
Compact Spare Tire.......................... 391, 421Controls.................................................... 107
Coolant (Engine)...................................... 350
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 351
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 350
Overheating ............................................ 404
Temperature Gauge .................................. 86
Creeping (Automatic Transmission)........ 300
Cruise Control.......................................... 303
Indicator ................................................... 81
Cup Holders.............................................. 174
Customer Service Information................ 430
Customized Features............................... 101
DDaytime Running Lights.......................... 144
Dead Battery............................................ 401
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows................................. 185, 188
Devices that Emit Radio Waves............... 423
Dimming
Headlights .............................................. 142
Rearview Mirror ...................................... 152
Dipstick (Engine Oil)................................ 346
Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 142
Display/Information Button...................... 98
Door Mirrors............................................. 153
Doors........................................................ 110
Auto Door Locking.................................. 116
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 116
Door and Tailgate Open Indicator ....... 29, 77

435
Index
Keys........................................................ 110
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Inside...................................... 114
Locking/Unlocking the Doors
from the Outside................................... 112
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 113
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 373
Driving...................................................... 285
Automatic Transmission .......................... 300
Braking ................................................... 314
Cruise Control ........................................ 303
Shifting Gear .......................................... 301
Starting the Engine ................................. 297
Driving Position Memory System............ 149
Dust and Pollen Filter.............................. 384
EElapsed Time........................................ 92, 99
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............ 306
Emergency................................................ 417
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)...... 425
Engine....................................................... 422
Coolant .................................................. 350
Jump Starting ......................................... 401
Oil .......................................................... 345
Starting................................................... 297
Switch Buzzer ......................................... 141
Engine Coolant........................................ 350
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 351
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 350Overheating ............................................ 404
Temperature Gauge .................................. 86
Engine Oil................................................. 345
Adding .................................................... 347
Checking ................................................. 346
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 335, 339
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 72, 406
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 345
Exhaust Gas Hazard
(Carbon Monoxide).................................. 68
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 387
Exterior Mirrors........................................ 153
FFeatures..................................................... 193
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 384
Oil ........................................................... 348
Flat Tire..................................................... 391
Flip-up Trash Bag Ring............................. 172
Floor Mats................................................. 386
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ........................... 352
Brake ....................................................... 353
Engine Coolant ........................................ 350
Power Steering ........................................ 354
Windshield Washer .................................. 354
Fog Light Indicator..................................... 80
Folding Down the Rear Seats.......... 162, 166
Foot Brake................................................. 315Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 42
Front Seats................................................ 154
Adjusting ................................................ 154
Fuel...................................................... 18, 325
Economy ................................................. 328
Gauge ....................................................... 86
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 92, 99
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Range ........................................... 88, 92, 99
Recommendation .................................... 325
Refueling................................................. 325
Fuel Economy........................................... 328
Fuel Fill Cap........................................ 18, 327
Message.................................................. 407
Fuel Fill Door...................................... 18, 326
Fuses.......................................................... 411
Inspecting and Changing......................... 416
Locations................. 411, 412, 413, 414, 415
GGasoline (Fuel)
Economy ................................................. 328
Gauge ....................................................... 86
Information ............................................. 325
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 92, 99
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 75
Refueling................................................. 325
Gauges........................................................ 86
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission .......................... 301

436Index
Glass (care)................................................ 388
Glove Box.................................................. 171
Grocery Bag Hooks................................... 179HHalogen Bulbs................................... 355, 359
Handling the Unexpected........................ 389
HandsFreeLink
® (HFL)............................... 259
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)
Automatic Answering .............................. 270
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and
Call History ............................................ 272
Automatic Transferring ............................ 270
HFL Buttons ............................................. 259
HFL Menus .............................................. 261
HFL Status Display.................................... 260
Making a Call .......................................... 276
Options During a Call .............................. 281
Phone Setup ............................................ 264
Receiving a Call ....................................... 280
Speed Dial ............................................... 273
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)
To Clear the System ................................. 271
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)
To Create a Security PIN........................... 269
Hazard Warning Button............................... 2
Head Restraints......................................... 157
Headlights................................................. 142
Aiming .................................................... 355
Automatic Operation ............................... 143Dimming ......................................... 142, 144
Operating................................................ 142
Heaters (Seat)........................................... 181
Heating and Cooling System................... 183
Cooling ................................................... 185
Defrosting the Windshield
and Windows ........................................ 185
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 384
Heating ................................................... 184
HFL (HandsFreeLink
®)............................... 259
High Beam Indicator.................................. 79
IIdentification Numbers............................ 422
Engine and Transmission ......................... 422
Vehicle Identification ............................... 422
Ignition Switch......................................... 141
Illumination Control................................. 147
Knob ....................................................... 147
Immobilizer System.................................. 134
Indicator.................................................... 80
Indicators.................................................... 72
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)..................... 75
BSI (Blind Spot Information) System ........... 83
Charging System ............................... 73, 406
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 81, 304
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 81, 303
Daytime Running Lights............................. 77
Door and Tailgate Open ...................... 29, 77
Fog Light ................................................... 80Fuel Economy ........................................... 81
High Beam ................................................ 79
Immobilizer System ................................... 80
Lights On .................................................. 79
Low Fuel ................................................... 75
Low Oil Pressure ............................... 72, 406
Low Tire Pressure .............................. 78, 308
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ............ 78, 308, 309
Maintenance Minder......................... 82, 335
Malfunction Indicator Lamp .............. 73, 407
Parking Brake and Brake System ....... 72, 408
Parking Sensor .......................................... 77
Power Sliding Door ................................... 83
Power Tailgate .......................................... 82
Seat Belt Reminder.............................. 31, 75
Security System Alarm............................... 81
Shift Lever Position.................................... 74
Side Airbag Off ................................... 52, 80
Starter System........................................... 81
Supplemental Restraint System ........... 50, 76
System Message ....................................... 79
TPMS ................................................ 78, 310
Transmission ............................................. 74
Turn Signal ............................................... 79
VSA
® (Vehicle Stability Assist)
System ............................................ 76, 306
VSA® OFF .......................................... 76, 307
Washer Level ............................................ 82
Information.............................................. 419
Information Display................................... 87
Instant Fuel Economy.................... 88, 92, 99