oil temperature HONDA ODYSSEY 2015 RC1-RC2 / 5.G Quick Guide

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SAFETYSAFETY
Carbon Monoxide Gas
The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorless, 
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your ve\
hicle and
follow the instructions set forth below, you will not accumulate dangerous levels 
of carbon monoxide gas in the vehicle interior.
Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever:
•  The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.
• 
The exhaust system may have been damaged.
•  The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
When you operate a vehicle with the tailgate open, airflow can pull ex\
haust gas
into the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive with the 
tailgate open, open all the windows and set the climate control system a\
s shown
below.
1. Select the fresh air mode.
2. Select the mode.
3. Set the fan speed to high.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your \
parked
vehicle with the engine running.
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and 
even kill you.
Avoid
 any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide.
WARNING
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up with carbon monoxide gas. 
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed. Even when the garage door is 
open, drive out of the garage immediately after starting the engine.
Seat Belts
A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags are designed to 
supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is equipped 
with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts and 
wear them properly.
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts
All seven or eight seating positions are equipped with lap/shoulder seat belts with 
emergency locking retractors. In normal driving, the retractor lets you move freely 
while keeping some tension on the belt. During a collision or sudden stop, the 
retractor locks to restrain your body. The second- and third-row passenger’s seat 
belts also have a lockable retractor for use with child seats.
The front seats are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners to enhance 
safety. The tensioners automatically tighten the front seat belts during a moderate 
to severe frontal collision, sometimes even if the collision is not seve\
re enough to
inflate the front airbags.
Proper Use of Seat Belts Follow these guidelines for proper use:
• 
All occupants should sit upright, well back in the seat, and remain in that 
position for the duration of the trip. Slouching and leaning reduces the\

effectiveness of the belt and can increase the chance of serious injury in a 
crash.
• 
Never place the shoulder part of a lap/shoulder seat belt under your arm or 
behind your back. This could cause very serious injuries in a crash.
• Two people should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they could be very 
seriously injured in a crash.
• 
Do not put any accessories on the seat belts. Devices intended to improve 
comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the protective 
capability and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.
• Regularly check the condition of your seat belts. Check for frays, cuts, burns, 
and wear, and that the latches work smoothly and the belts retract easily.
• No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt or one that does not 
appear to be working correctly. Using a seat belt that is not working properly 
may not protect the occupant in a crash. Have a dealer check the belt as soon 
as possible.
Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of a serious injury or 
death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags.
Be
 sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them 
properly.
WARNING

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INSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL
Information Display*
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
Odometer, Outside
temperature*
Engine oil lifeTrip meter B
Range, Instant fuel economy
Information Displays
Press the select/reset knob to change the display. When you start the
engine, the display shows
your last active selection
from the previous drive
cycle.
Trip meter A, Average fuel economy
*if equipped
Multi-Information Display*
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
Customize Settings
Average fuel economy/Instant fuel economyOdometer, Outside temperature
Average speed Range
Elapsed time
Main Displays
Odometer,
Outside temperature Trip A,
Outside temperatureEngine oil lifeTrip B,
Outside temperature
Lower Displays
*if equipped
Main display
Lower display
Info buttons: Press to
change main displays.
SEL/RESET button: Press
to change lower displays.

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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
When maintenance is due, the Maintenance Minder indicator comes on and a\

message appears on the display every time you turn the vehicle on. Press the select/
reset knob to change displays.
Maintenance Minder™
Reminds you when indicated maintenance service is due.
Models with information display
Maintenance
Minder indicator
Main items
Sub items
Maintenance Minder message
When maintenance is due, the system message indicator comes on and a mes\
sage
appears on the display every time you turn the vehicle on. Press the Info button on 
the steering wheel to change displays. Models with multi-information display
Maintenance
Minder indicator
Main itemsSub items
Maintenance Minder message
• Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake fluid 
every 3 years.
• 
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
•  Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy. U.S. Models
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of emissions control devices and sys\
tems
may be done by any automotive repair establishment or individuals using \
parts
that are certified to EPA standards.
According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenan\
ce on the
maintenance main items marked with # will not void your emissions warranties.
However, all maintenance services should be performed in accordance with the 
intervals indicated by the multi-information display.
Maintenance Minder Service Codes
These codes indicate what services are due on your vehicle.
*1: If a message SERVICE does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset,
change the engine oil every year.
#: See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A Replace engine oi l*1
BReplace engine oil*1 and oil lter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, boots, and
drain plug
Inspect suspension components
Inspect driveshaft boots
Inspect brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
Inspect all uid levels and condition of uids
Inspect exhaust system
#
Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*2:If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every \
15,000 miles (24,000 km).*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of i\
ndustrial soot and pollution from diesel-powered vehicles, replace the dust and pollen lter every 15,000 \
miles
(24,000 km ).
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°\
C), in very low temperatures
(under -20°F, -29°C), replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1 Rotate tires • •
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2Replace air cleaner element*2
Replace dust and pollen lter*3
Inspect drive belt
3 Replace transmission ui d
4Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
Inspect valve clearance
5 Replace engine coolan t
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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Under the Hood
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set the
parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the lower left
corner of the dashboard.
3. Push up the hood latch lever in the center of the
hood to release the lock mechanism, and open
the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp using the
grip. Mount the support rod in the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the hood.
Remove your hand at a height of approximately
12 inches (30 cm) and let the hood close.
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are raised. The hood will strike the 
wipers, and may damage either the hood or the wipers.
NOTICE
Power steering fluid
(red cap) Brake fluid
(black cap)
Battery
Engine oil fill cap
Hood release handle
Lever
Support rod
Grip
Clamp
Pull
Washer fluid
(blue cap)
Engine coolant
reservoir
Engine oil dipstick
(orange loop)
Radiator cap
Recommended Engine Oil
• 
Honda Genuine Motor Oil
•  Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil with an API Certification Seal on the
container
This seal indicates the oil is energy conserving and
that it meets the American Petroleum Institute’s 
latest requirements.
Use Honda Genuine Motor Oil or another
commercial engine oil of suitable viscosity for the 
ambient temperature as shown.
You may also use synthetic motor oil if it is labeled with the API Certification Seal 
and is of the specified viscosity grade.
Engine Oil
Park the vehicle on level ground, and wait approximately three minutes after turning
the engine off before you check the oil. 
Checking the Oil
1. Remove the dipstick (orange loop).
2. Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth or paper
towel.
3. Insert the dipstick back all the way into its hole.
4. Remove the dipstick again, and check the level.
It should be between the upper and lower marks. 
Add oil if necessary.Upper markLower mark
Ambient temperature

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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Adding Oil
1. Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap.
2. Add oil slowly.
3. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap, and tighten it
securely.
4. Wait for three minutes and recheck the engine oil
dipstick.
Do not fill the engine oil above the upper mark. Overfilling the engine oil can result 
in leaks and engine damage.
NOTICE
Engine oil fill cap
Resetting the Engine Oil Life
If you change or replace the vehicle’s engine oil yourself, you must reset the 
engine oil life.
Failure to reset the engine oil life after a maintenance service results\
in the system
showing incorrect maintenance intervals, which can lead to serious mecha\
nical
problems.
NOTICE
Models with information display
1. Press and hold the select/reset knob for 10 
seconds or more. The reset mode appears in the
display.
2. Using the select/reset knob, select oil life.
3. Press and hold the select/reset knob for a few 
seconds to enter the oil life reset mode.
4. Press and hold the select/reset knob for 5 
seconds or more. The engine oil life display
returns to 100%.
Models with multi-information display
1. Press SEL/RESET to display the engine oil life. 
From this screen, press and hold SEL/RESET for 
10 seconds or more. The reset mode appears
in the display.
2. Press the Info button to select RESET. Press 
SEL/RESET to select it. The engine oil life 
display returns to 100%.
Engine Coolant
Park the vehicle on level ground. Check the reserve tank and the coolant\
level in the
radiator. We recommend Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2.
Checking the Reserve Tank
1. Check the amount of coolant in the reserve tank.
2. If the coolant level is below the MIN mark, add 
the specified coolant until it reaches the MAX
mark.
3. Inspect the cooling system for leaks.
Adding Coolant
1. Make sure the engine and radiator are cool.
2. Turn the radiator cap counterclockwise and
relieve any pressure in the coolant system. Do 
not push the cap down when turning.
3. Push down and turn the radiator cap
counterclockwise to remove it.
4. The coolant level should be up to the base of the 
filler neck. Add coolant if it is low.
5. Put the radiator cap back on, and tighten it fully.
6. Pour coolant into the reserve tank until it reaches
the MAX mark. Put the cap back on the reserve 
tank.
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. 
WARNING
If temperatures consistently below −22°F (−30°C) are expected, the coolant 
mixture should be changed to a higher concentration. Consult a dealer for details 
for more information.
Pour the fluid slowly and carefully so you do not spill any. Clean up any spills
immediately; they can damage components in the engine compartment.
NOTICE
NOTICE
Reserve
tank Radiator capMAX
MIN

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SPECIFICATIONS
MAINTENANCE
Testing of Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has “readiness codes” as part of the onboard self-diagnostic system. 
Some states refer to these codes as a test to see if your vehicle’s emissions
components are working properly. The codes may not be read if you go through the 
testing just after the battery has gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, turn the vehicle on without starting the engine\
. The
malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it goes off, the 
readiness codes are set. If it blinks five times, the readiness codes are not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle tested before the readiness codes are set, 
prepare the vehicle for retesting by doing the following:
1. Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.
3. Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).
4. Start the engine without touching the accelerator pedal, and let it idle\
for 20
seconds.
5. Keep the vehicle in Park (P). Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it 
there for about 3 minutes.
6. Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
7. Select a nearby, lightly traveled major highway where you can maintain a speed 
of 50 to 60 mph (80 to 97 km/h) for at least 20 minutes. Drive on the highway with 
the vehicle in Drive. Do not use cruise control. When traffic allows, drive for 90 
seconds without using the accelerator pedal. (Vehicle speed may vary slightly;
this is OK.) If you cannot do this for a continuous 90 seconds because of traffic 
conditions, drive for at least 30 seconds, then repeat two more times (\
for a total of
90 seconds).
8. Drive in city/suburban traffic for at least 10 minutes. When traffic conditions 
allow, let the vehicle coast for several seconds without using the accelerator
pedal or the brake pedal.
9. Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 30 minutes.
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is disconnected, and set again 
only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you may be 
requested to return at a later date to complete the test, or see your dealer.
Vehicle
Engine and Fuel
Tires
Light Bulbs
Fluids
*1 :L X model
Mode lHonda OdysseyNo. of Passengers:
Front2
Rear 2nd Row3 (2
*1)
3rd Ro w3
Tota l8 (7
*1)Weights:Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating U.S.: 6,019 lbs (2,730 kg)
Canada: 2,730 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front )U.S.: 2,910 lbs (1,320 kg)
Canada: 1,320 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (R ear)U.S.: 3,197 lbs (1,450 kg)
Canada: 1,450 kg
Gross Combined
Weight Ratin g
U.S.: 8,477 lbs (3,845 kg)
Canada: 3,845 kg
Air Conditioning:Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a )Charge Quantity24.9 – 26.6 oz (705 – 755 g)Lubricant TypeND-OIL8
En gine Specication s
FuelDisplacement212 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plug sN GKDILZKR7A11 G
Fuel:
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane
number of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacit y21 US gal (79.5 )
*1:T ouring models
Regula rSizeP235/65R17 103TP235/60R18 102T*1Pressure
psi(kPa[kgf/cm2])33 (23 0 [2.3])
35 (24 0 [2.4])*1
Compact
Spar e Size
T135/80D17 103M
Pressure
ps i(kPa[kgf/cm2]) 60 (42
0 [4.2])
Wheel Siz eRegular17 x 7J
18 x 7J*1Compact Spar e17 x 4T
*Not available on all models
Headlights (Low Beam)35W (D2S )*55W (H11)
60W (HB3 )
21W
5W 21W (Amber)*Head lights (High Beam )Fog Lights*55W (H11)
Front Turn Signal/Park ing/Side
Marker Lights 28/8
W
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)*LE D
Brake Lights
Rear Side Marker/TaillightsLE D
Rear Turn Signal Lights
Back-Up Lights21W DEL
sthgilliaT
High-Mount Brake Ligh t16W
Rear License Plate Lights
Map Lights (F ront)5W
5W
1.4W
1.4W
Map Lights (Rear)
Cargo Area Ligh
t8W
Vanity Mirror Lights
Door Courtesy Lights3.8W (2CP )
Glove Box Li ght
Foot Ligh t*LED
Brake Fluid
Automatic Transmission Flui
d
Specie dHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpeciedHonda ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission uid)
Ca pacit yC hange3 .3 US qt (3.1)
Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
Recommended·Honda Genuine Motor Oil 0W-2 0
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oi l
Capacity Change
4.2 US qt (4.0 )
Change
including
lter 4.5 US qt (4.3 )
SpeciedHonda Long-Life Anti
freeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.93 US gal (7.3 )
(change in cluding the remaining
0.225 US gal (0.85 ) in the reserve tank)
Washer Fluid
Tank CapacityU.S.: 2.6 US qt (2.5 )Ca nada: 4.5 US qt (4.3 )
SPECIFICATIONS