jump start HONDA ODYSSEY 2018 Owner's Manual (in English)

Contents
Child Safety P. 62Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 80Safety Labels P. 81
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 159 Opening and Closing the Sliding Doors P. 170
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 185 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 186
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 225 Climate Control System P. 248, 252
Audio Error Messages P. 367 General Information on the Audio System P. 372
Customized Features P. 442 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver* P. 467 Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 470, 495
When Driving P. 536 Braking P. 600Parking Your Vehicle P. 617
Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 633
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 645 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 658
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 673 Battery P. 682 Remote Transmitter Care P. 684
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 687 Cleaning P. 688 Accessories and Modifications P. 694
Engine Does Not Start P. 708 Jump Starting P. 711Overheating P. 713
Emergency Towing P. 729 When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 730
When You Cannot Close the Power Sliding Doors
* P. 733 Refueling P. 734
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 741 Reporting Safety Defects P. 743 Emissions Testing P. 744
Customer Service Information P. 749
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 83
ControlsP. 141
FeaturesP. 259
DrivingP. 523
MaintenanceP. 635
Handling the UnexpectedP. 697
InformationP. 737
IndexP. 750
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Quick Reference Guide
29
Handling the Unexpected (P697)
Flat Tire (P699)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire under
the floor between the front seats and the
second row seats.
Indicators Come On
(P 716)
●Identify the indica tor and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start
(P708)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P722)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P713)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing
(P729)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears when Auto Idle Stop Display ON has
been selected from the customization menu.
• Appears when Auto Idle Stop does not activate for
some reason.
• Appears when the engine restarts automatically.
• Appears when the battery temperature is around
14°F (−10°C) or lower.
• Appears when Auto Idle Stop does not activate
because the climate control sy stem is in use, and the
difference between the set temperature and actual
interior temperature becomes significant.
• Appears when Auto Idle Stop does not activate
because the engine coolant temperature is too low
or high.
2 Auto Idle Stop* P. 552
•Appears when Auto Idle Stop does not activate
because the battery charge level is low.•Appears even though the battery is fully charged
- The system may not read the battery amount
correctly. Drive for a few minutes.
• Appears after charging the battery or jump
starting - Disconnect the negative - cable once and
reconnect it again to the ba ttery. Drive a few minutes.
Models with Auto Idle Stop
* Not available on all models
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Driving
Braking
Brake System
Use the parking brake to keep the vehicle stationary when parked. When the
parking brake is applied, you can manually or automatically release it.
■To apply
Press the electric parking brake switch. u The parking brake and brake system
indicator comes on.
■Parking Brake1Parking Brake
You may hear the electric parking brake system
motor operating from the re ar wheel area when you
apply or release the parki ng brake, or set the power
mode to OFF. This is normal.
The brake pedal may slightly move due to the electric
parking brake system opera tion when you apply or
release the parking brake. This is normal.
You cannot apply or release the parking brake if the
battery goes dead. 2 Jump Starting P. 711
If you press and hold the electric parking brake
switch while driving the brakes on all four
wheels are applied (by the VSA ® system) until
the vehicle comes to a stop (at which point the
electric parking brake is applied) or the switch is
released.
Electric Parking Brake Switch
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 698
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 699
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 708
If the Remote Battery is Weak .......... 709
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 710
Jump Starting .................................... 711
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 713
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Symbol Appears... 716
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ................................................. 716
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 717
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks ................................... 718
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On ..... 719
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 720
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks........................ 720 If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message... 721
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 722
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 728
Emergency Towing ........................... 729
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 730When You Cannot Open the Tailgate..... 731When You Cannot Close the Power
Sliding Doors*................................. 733
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container .... 734
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the dr iver information interface.
• If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Remote Battery is Weak P. 709
uMake sure the remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 186
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
• If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2 Battery P. 682
•If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 722
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and resp ond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2
Starting the Engine P. 536
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 179
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 119
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 728
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 729
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 711
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711Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15-
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the engine mounting bolt
as shown. Do not connect this jumper cable
to any other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attempt to start your ve hicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
■Jump Starting Procedure1 Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Booster Battery
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uuJump Starting u
Handling the Unexpected
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, re move the jumper cables in the following
order:
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s engine mounting bolt.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a n earby service station or a dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts
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Index
Automatic Brake HoldIndicator ................................................... 86
Automatic Brake Hold System Indicator ................................................... 86
Automatic Operation (automatic lighting
control) ................................................... 190
Automatic Transmission .......................... 543
Creeping................................................. 543
Fluid ....................................................... 655
Kickdown ............................................... 543
Shift Operation ....................................... 546
Shifting ................................................... 544
Auxiliary Input Jack ................................. 262
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 125
B
Battery...................................................... 682
Charging System Indicator ................ 87, 716
Jump Starting ......................................... 711
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 682
Maintenance (Replacing) ................. 684, 685
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 38
Beverage Holders ..................................... 231
Blank ......................................................... 129
Blind spot information (BSI) System ....... 596
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 282, 345
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............ 470, 495 Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment
System ..................................................... 396
Audio Sources for Front and Rear Seats ... 415
Auxiliary Consol e Panels .......................... 398
DVD or Blu-ray
TM Player Error Messages ... 440
Front Control Panel Operation ................. 407
HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 399
How Much Farther?TM.............................. 414
Media Servers .......................................... 414
Operating the System .............................. 400
Overhead Screen ..................................... 399
Playable Disc Region Codes ..................... 438
Playable Disc Types .................................. 438
Playable Discs .......................................... 416
Playing a Disc in the Rear ......................... 412
Playing a DVD/Blu-ray
TM........................... 401
Playing a Video Using the HDMITM........... 413
Playing an iPod and a USB Flash Drive in the Rear....................................................... 412
Playing Apps ............................................ 410
Rear DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu .................... 402
Rear System Setup ................................... 408
Recommended Discs ................................ 439
Selecting the Audio Sour ce using Front Control
Panel ..................................................... 407
Setting the DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu .......... 409
System Controls .............................. 401, 411
System Settings ....................................... 405
Wireless Headphones .............................. 397 Booster Seats (For Children)
...................... 79
Brake System ............................................ 600
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................... 606
Brake Assist System ................................. 607
Fluid ........................................................ 656
Foot Brake............................................... 603
Indicator...................................... 84, 85, 718
Indicator (Red) ................................. 718, 719
Parking Brake .......................................... 600
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) .... 200
BSI (Blind spot information) System ........ 596
Bulb Replacement .................................... 658
Back-Up Light/Taillights ........................... 667
Brake, Rear Turn Signal Light, and Rear Side
Marker/Taillights .................................... 665
Daytime Running Lights........................... 662
Fog Lights ............................................... 661
Front Side Marker Light Bulbs .................. 664
Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights .............. 663
Headlights ............................................... 658
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 668
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 662
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 668
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 664
Bulb Specifications ................................... 738
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Index
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 11
Econ Mode Indicator ................................................... 94
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ........................................... 91, 720
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............ 589
Emergency ................................................ 729
Emergency Engine Stop ........................... 710
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 744
Engine ....................................................... 740
Coolant .................................................. 653
Jump Starting ......................................... 711
Oil .......................................................... 648
Starting................................................... 536
Engine Coolant ........................................ 653
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 654
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 653
Overheating ............................................ 713
Temperature Gauge ................................ 119
Engine Oil ................................................. 648
Adding ................................................... 650
Checking ................................................ 649
Displaying Maintenance Minder Information ........................................... 640
Low Oil Pressure Symbol ......................... 716
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 648
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 186
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) ................................................ 80 Exterior Care (Cleaning)
........................... 691
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 207
F
Features..................................................... 259
File Manager ............................................. 306
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 687
Oil ........................................................... 651
Flat Tire ..................................................... 699
Floor Mats ................................................. 689
Fluids
Automatic Transmission ........................... 655
Brake ....................................................... 656
Engine Coolant ........................................ 653
Windshield Washer .................................. 657
FM/AM Radio .................................... 274, 318
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 93
Folding Down the Rear Seats .................. 222
Foot Brake ................................................. 603
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 50
Front Knee Airbags .................................... 54
Front Seat Heaters .................................... 242
Front Seat Heaters and Seat Ventilation .............................................. 243
Front Seats ................................................ 209
Adjusting ................................................. 209
Fuel ...................................................... 26, 630
Economy ................................................. 633 Gauge ..................................................... 119
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 125
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 89
Range ..................................................... 125
Recommendation .................................... 630
Refueling................................................. 630
Fuel Economy ........................................... 633
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 26, 631
Fuses .......................................................... 722
Inspecting and Changing......................... 728
Locations................................. 722, 724, 727
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy ................................................. 633
Gauge ..................................................... 119
Information ............................................. 630
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 125
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 89
Refueling................................................. 630
Gauges ...................................................... 119
Gear Position Indicator .............................. 87
Glass (care) ........................................ 688, 692
Glove Box .................................................. 227
Grocery Bag Hook .................................... 239
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