transmission HONDA ODYSSEY 2017 RC1-RC2 / 5.G Owners Manual

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Quick Reference Guide
❙Navigation System Voice Control Buttons*
() See Navigation System Manual
❙Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® System
Buttons
(P327, 360)
❙Audio Remote Control Buttons (P210)
❙Steering Wheel Adjustments (P157)
❙Cruise Control Buttons (P415)
❙Wipers/Washers (P151)
❙ (Select/Reset) Knob (P93)
❙Brightness Control (P153)
❙Shift Lever
Automatic Transmission
(P412)
❙SEL/RESET Button* (P96)
❙ / (Information) Button* (P96)
❙Headlights/Turn Signals (P147)
❙LaneWatchTM * (P434)
❙Fog Lights* (P150)
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
❙Horn (Press an area around .)
❙ENGINE START/STOP Button*1 (P143)
❙Ignition Switch*1 (P142)
* Not available on all models
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Quick Reference Guide
Driving (P395)
Release ButtonShift Lever
Depress the brake pedal and press the
release button to move out of
(P.
Move the shift lever without
pressing the release button.
Press the release button to
move the shift lever.
Automatic Transmission (P413)
● Shift to
(P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.
● Shifting
ParkTurn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked.
Reverse
Used when reversing.
Neutral
Transmission is not locked.
Drive
Normal driving.
Low Strong engine braking.
D4
Press the D4 button while the shift lever is in
(D.
Used when:
●Going up or down hills●Towing a trailer in hilly terrain
D4
Button
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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage*
Charging System
Indicator
●Comes on when you turn the
ignition switch to ON
(w*1, and goes
off when the engine starts.
●Comes on when the battery is not
charging.
●Stays on while driving - Turn off the
heating and cooling*/climate control*
system and rear defogger in order to
reduce electricity consumption.
●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 If the Charging System Indicator
Comes On P. 528
Shift Lever
Position Indicator
●Indicates the current shift lever
position.
D4 Indicator:
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the igniti on switch to ON
(w*1, then goes off.●Comes on when you press the D4
button while the shift lever is in
(D.
2 Shifting P. 413—
Transmission
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the igniti on switch to ON
(w*1, then goes off.●Blinks if the transmission system has
a problem.
●Blinks while driving - Avoid sudden
starts and acceleration and have your
vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
Information Display
Multi-Information Display
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
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Controls
The rear wiper and washer can be used when
the ignition switch is in ON
(w*1.
■Wiper switch (OFF, ON)
The wiper operates intermittently after
completing a few sweeps.
■Washer ( )
Sprays while you rotate the switch to this
position.
Hold it to activate the wiper and to spray the
washer. Once released, it stops operating
after a few more sweeps.
■Operating in reverse
When you shift the transmission to
(R with the front wiper activated, the rear wiper
operates automatically as follow s even if its switch is off.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■Rear Wiper/Washer1 Wipers and Washers
If the wiper stops operating due to any obstacle such
as the build-up of snow, pa rk the vehicle in a safe
place.
Rotate the wiper switch to OFF, and turn the ignition
switch to ACCESSORY
( q or LOCK (0*1, then
remove the obstacle.
The wiper motor is equipped with a breaker that may
stop motor operation temp orarily to prevent an
overload. Wiper operation will return to normal
within a few minutes, once the circuit has returned to
normal.
ON: Intermittent
Washer OFF
Front Wiper PositionRear Wiper Operation
INT (Intermittent) Intermittent
LO (Low speed wipe) HI (High speed wipe)Continuous
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving
Driving Preparation .......................... 396
Maximum Load Limit........................ 399
Towing a Trailer Towing Preparation .......................... 401
Driving Safely with a Trailer .............. 405
Towing Your Vehicle ........................ 406
When Driving Starting the Engine .................. 407, 409
Precautions While Driving................. 411
Automatic Transmission ................... 412
Shifting ............................................ 413 Cruise Control ................................. 415
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)*.. 418
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*..... 422
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ............... 426
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ... 428
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 429
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System*.... 432
LaneWatchTM*.................................. 434 Braking
Brake System ................................... 436
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 438
Brake Assist System ......................... 439
Parking Your Vehicle When Stopped ................................ 440
Parking Sensor System
*................... 441
Rearview Camera ............................. 445
Refueling Fuel Information .............................. 446
How to Refuel ................................. 447
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions .... 449
Accessories and Modifications ........ 450
* Not available on all models
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Preparation
Driving
■Automatic transmission cooler
Install an additional ATF (automatic transm ission fluid) cooler to help prevent the
transmission from overheating, and damaging. You can get the additional ATF
cooler at a dealer.
■Trailer mirrors
Many states, provinces and te rritories require special exterior mirrors when towing a
trailer. Install special mirrors whenever you cannot clearly see behind you, or if the
trailer creates a blind spot.
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Your Vehicle
Driving
• Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the red (Hot) mark, turn off the
heating and cooling system*/climate control system* and reduce speed. Pull to the
side of the road safely to cool down the engine if necessary.
• Shift to the position if th e transmission shifts frequently.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refe r to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 539
■Driving in Hilly Terrain
D4
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uPrecautions While Driving
Driving
Precautions While Driving
Avoid driving in deep water and on flooded roads. This can damage the engine or
driveline, or cause electrical component failure.
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an
ignition switch.
■In Rain
■Other Precautions
1 Precautions While Driving
NOTICE
Do not operate the shift lever while pressing the
accelerator pedal. You could damage the
transmission.
If the ignition switch is turned to ACCESSORY
( q *1
while driving, the engine will shut down and all
steering and brake power a ssist functions will stop,
making it difficult to control the vehicle.
Do not put the shift lever in
( N, as you will lose
engine braking (and acce leration) performance.
During the first 600 miles (1,000 km) of operation,
avoid sudden acceleration or full throttle operation so
as to not damage the engine or powertrain.
Avoid hard braking for the first 200 miles (300 km).
You should also follow this when the brake pads are
replaced.
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uuWhen Driving uAutomatic Transmission
Driving
Automatic Transmission
The engine runs at a higher id le speed and creeping increases.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the
transmission to drop to a lower gear, unex pectedly increasing vehicle speed. Depress
the accelerator pedal carefully, especi ally on slippery roads and curves.
■Creeping
■Kickdown
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uuWhen Driving uShifting
414
Driving
■Shift Lever Operation1Shift Lever Operation
NOTICE
When you change the shift lever from (D to (R and
vice versa, come to a complete stop and keep the
brake pedal depressed.
Operating the shift lever be fore the vehicle has come
to a complete standstill can damage the transmission.
Use the shift lever positi on indicator to check the
lever position befo re pulling away.
If the transmission indicator blinks when driving, in
any shift position, there is a problem with the
transmission.
Avoid sudden acceleration and have the transmission
checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
The fuel supply may be cut of f if you drive at engine
speeds in or over the tachometer’s red zone (engine
speed limit). If this happe ns, you may experience a
slight jolt.
It may not be possible to operate the shift lever if the
brake pedal is applied while the shift lever release
button is held down.
Depress the brake pedal first.
Tachometer's red zone Shift Lever Position Indicator
Depress the brake pedal and
press the shift lever release button to shift.
Shift without pressing the shift lever
release button.
Press the shift lever release button and
shift.
D4 Indicator
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