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Honda 1996 Odyssey - User Manual

Honda 1996 Odyssey
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Contents
Introduction................................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety ........................................................................................................................ ii
Driver and Passenger Safety ..................................................................................................................... 3
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Controls...........................................................................................................................31
Instrument panel in
dicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features.........................................................................................................73
How t
o
op
erate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving ............................................................................................................................................ 107
What gasoli
n
e to u
se, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving.......................................................................................................................................................... 117
The proper way to
start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance................................................................................................................................................ 135
T
h
e Ma
intenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Appearance Care........................................................................................................................................ 183
T
i
ps on cl
eaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your car ever needs body repairs.
Taking Care of the Unexpected.............................................................................................................. 191
This section
covers sever
a
l problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information.............................................................................................................................. 215
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and techn
ical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)..................................................................... 227
A summary
of th
e warr
anties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only).............................................................................................................. 233
How t
o
order
manuals and other technical literature.
Index .................................................................................................................................................................I
Gas Station Information
Information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.
Owner's Identification Form

Table of Contents

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Summary

Driver and Passenger Safety

Child Safety

Information on safely restraining infants and children.

Supplemental Restraint System

Important Facts About Airbags

Child Safety

General Guidelines for Restraining Children Under 18 kg (40 lbs)

Restraining an Infant Who Weighs Less Than 9 kg (20 lbs)

Specific guidance for restraining infants facing the rear.

Alcohol and Drugs

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Cruise Control

Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling

Information on the vehicle's climate control system.

Audio System

Overview of the radio, cassette, and CD player functions.

Heating and Cooling

To Cool with A;C

To Heat

Audio System

Operating the Radio

Operating the Cassette Player

Operating the Optional CD Player;Changer

Theft Protection

Before Driving

Gasoline

Information on fuel types and octane requirements.

Service Station Procedures

Filling the Fuel Tank

Step-by-step instructions for refueling the vehicle.

Fuel Economy

Driving

Starting the Engine

Tips for starting the engine under various conditions.

Automatic Transmission

Information on operating the automatic transmission.

Starting the Engine

Automatic Transmission

The Braking System

Anti-lock Brakes

Explanation of how the Anti-lock Brake System functions.

Driving in Bad Weather

Towing a Trailer

Trailer Weight Limits

Table showing maximum trailer and tongue weight capacities.

Maintenance

Maintenance Schedule

Overview of maintenance intervals and requirements.

Maintenance Safety

Engine Oil

Checking Engine Oil

Instructions on how to check the engine oil level.

Oil and Filter Changes

Information on engine oil and filter change intervals and procedures.

Recommended Oil

Cooling System

Checking the Engine Coolant Level

How to check the engine coolant level in the reserve tank.

Adding Engine Coolant

Instructions for adding engine coolant to the system.

Brake System

Anti-lock Brake System

Explanation of the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).

Spark Plugs

Replacement

Procedure for replacing the vehicle's spark plugs.

Battery

Windshield Wipers

Replacing the front wiper blades

Step-by-step guide for replacing front wiper blades.

Air Conditioning

Tires

Inflation

Importance of proper tire inflation for safety and performance.

Replacing a Headlight Bulb

Appearance Care

Exterior Care

Hints on cleaning and preserving the car's exterior appearance.

Exterior Care

Interior Care

Taking Care of the Unexpected

If Your Engine Wont Start

Jump Starting

If Your Engine Overheats

Low Oil Pressure

Charging System Indication

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Checking and Replacing Fuses

Towing

Specifications

Anti-lock Brake System

Tire Information

Emission Controls

Three Way Catalytic Converter

Warranty and Customer Relations

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Cars)

Honda 1996 Odyssey Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHonda
Model1996 Odyssey
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

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