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Honda Odyssey 1995 User Manual

Honda Odyssey 1995
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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................................................................................................................ .33
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features .............................................................................................. 75
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving..................................................................................................................................107
What gasoline to use, 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
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Appearance Care..............................................................................................................................183
Tips on cleaning and protecting your vehicle. Things to look for if your vehicle ever needs body repairs.
Taking Care of the Unexpected......................................................................................................191
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information.....................................................................................................................215
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)................................................................227
A summary of the warranties covering your new Acura, and how to contact us.
Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)
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233
How to order manuals and other technical literature.
Index...................................................................................................................................................... I
Service Information Summary
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.
Owner's Identification Form

Table of Contents

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Honda Odyssey 1995 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHonda
ModelOdyssey 1995
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Safety Messages

DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION

Explains the meaning of safety alert words: DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION.

NOTICE

Explains the purpose of the NOTICE symbol for property damage warnings.

Driver and Passenger Safety

Your Occupant Protection System

Details the vehicle's occupant protection system including seat belts and airbags.

Why Wear Seat Belts

Explains the fundamental importance of wearing seat belts for safety.

Important Safety Reminders

Provides critical reminders for safe passenger restraint and seating.

Supplemental Restraint System

SRS Components

Lists the components of the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS).

What Happens In a Crash

Explains how the SRS and airbags function during a severe frontal collision.

Important Facts About Airbags

Provides key information about airbag operation, limitations, and potential risks.

Additional Safety Information

Seat-back Position

Explains the importance of seat-back position for seat belt effectiveness.

Head Restraint Position

Details proper adjustment of head restraints to prevent neck injuries.

Storing Cargo Safely

Provides guidance on securely storing cargo to prevent injury or operational interference.

Child Safety

Where Should Children Sit?

Recommends rear seat placement for children and discusses airbag hazards.

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

Offers guidelines for properly restraining children under 18 kg in child seats.

Restraining a Child Who Weighs Over 18 kg (40 lbs)

Guides on restraining children over 18 kg using seat belts or booster seats.

Alcohol and Drugs

The safest thing you can do is never drink and drive.

Emphasizes the importance of not drinking and driving.

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide.

Warns against enclosed areas and activities that expose one to carbon monoxide.

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Cars)

If NHTSA receives similar complaints...

Explains NHTSA's process for investigating safety defects based on complaints.

Safety Labels

BATTERY

Refers to safety labels related to the vehicle's battery, warning of hazards.

Instruments and Controls

Indicator Lights

Lists and describes the various indicator lights on the instrument panel.

Gauges

Explains the function and display of the vehicle's gauges.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Details the controls located on or near the steering wheel for driver convenience.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Headlights

Explains how to operate headlights, including changing between low and high beams.

Turn Signals

Details how to use the turn signal lever for turns and lane changes.

Windshield Wipers

Windshield Wipers

Explains the operation of the windshield wipers and washers.

Windshield Washers

Details how to operate the windshield washers.

Steering Wheel Controls

Cruise Control

Introduces cruise control and its limitations for use.

Keys and Locks

Ignition Switch

Explains the positions of the ignition switch and anti-theft lock.

Power Door Locks

Details how to operate the power door locks using the master switch and lock tabs.

Seats

Passenger Seating

Describes the seating configurations for six and seven-passenger models.

Seat Adjustments

Provides instructions for adjusting the driver's seat forward and backward.

Head Restraints

Six-passenger model

Describes third seat access for the six-passenger model.

Power Windows

AUTO

Describes the AUTO function for the driver's window.

Power Windows, Sunroof

Sunroof

Explains how to operate the sunroof on applicable models.

Mirrors

Adjusting the Power Mirrors

Details how to adjust power outside mirrors using selector and adjustment switches.

Parking Brake, Digital Clock

Parking Brake

Explains how to apply and release the parking brake and its effect on ABS.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Heating and Cooling

Introduces the heating and air conditioning system for climate control.

Audio System

Introduces the audio system, its ease of use, and reception capabilities.

Heating and Cooling

What Each Control Does

Explains the function of fan control, temperature control, mode buttons, and A/C switch.

How to Use the System

Provides guidance on using the system for ventilation, cooling, and heating.

Audio System

Operating the Radio

Guides on operating the radio, adjusting volume, and selecting bands.

Finding the Radio Station

Explains methods to find radio stations using TUNE, SEEK, or Preset buttons.

Operating the Cassette Player

CD Error Indications

Theft Protection

On U.S. EX model

Explains how the audio system disables itself when power is lost and requires a code.

Before Driving

Break-in Period

Provides recommendations for breaking in a new car to ensure reliability.

Gasoline

Advises on the type of gasoline to use and potential issues with low octane or leaded fuel.

Service Station Procedures

Filling the Fuel Tank

Provides step-by-step instructions for safely filling the fuel tank.

Opening the Hood

Details the procedure for safely opening the vehicle's hood.

Oil Check

Fuel Economy

Driving Habits

Provides tips on driving habits to improve fuel economy.

Accessories

Your Honda dealer has many Genuine Honda Accessories...

Discusses Genuine Honda Accessories and aftermarket options.

Loading Cargo

To figure out how much cargo you can carry:

Provides a method to calculate the maximum cargo weight allowed.

Driving

Preparing to Drive

Outlines daily checks and adjustments before driving the car.

Starting the Engine

Provides tips on starting the engine under various conditions.

Automatic Transmission

Shift Lever Positions

Explains the different shift lever positions and their functions.

Maximum Speeds

Shift Lock Release

The Braking System

Brake Wear Indicators

Describes audible brake wear indicators and when to replace brake pads.

Anti-lock Brakes

Explains how ABS works, its benefits, and the ABS indicator light.

Driving in Bad Weather

Traction

Explains the importance of tire condition and pressure for traction.

Towing a Trailer

Trailer Hitches

Provides advice on selecting and installing proper trailer hitches.

Towing Safety

The car/trailer combination is more affected by crosswinds and buffeting.

Explains how towing affects vehicle handling due to crosswinds and buffeting.

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Lists crucial safety precautions to follow before performing any maintenance.

Which Schedule to Follow:

Guides the user on selecting between Normal and Severe Conditions maintenance schedules.

Required Maintenance Record

Periodic Checks

Tires

Outlines tire checks for pressure, wear, and objects.

Engine Oil

Checking Engine Oil

Provides step-by-step instructions for checking engine oil level.

Recommended Oil

Advises on selecting the correct API service grade and viscosity for engine oil.

Cooling System

Adding Engine Coolant

Provides steps for adding engine coolant to the radiator and reserve tank.

Automatic Transmission Fluid

Check the fluid level with the engine at normal operating temperature.

Explains how to check automatic transmission fluid level and the correct fluid to use.

Brake Fluid, Power Steering

Brake Fluid

Guides on checking brake fluid level and replacement intervals.

Power Steering

Explains how to check power steering fluid level and the correct fluid to use.

Air Cleaner

Spark Plugs

Replacement

Provides step-by-step instructions for replacing spark plugs.

Battery

Check the condition of your car's battery monthly.

Advises on monthly checks for battery condition and terminals.

NOTICE

Warns that charging the battery with cables connected can damage electronic controls.

Windshield Wipers

Check the condition of the windshield wiper blades...

Advises on checking wiper blade condition and replacing them when worn.

Drive Belts, Tires

Drive Belts

Explains how to check drive belts for wear and tension.

Tires

Emphasizes the importance of proper tire type, size, tread, and inflation for safety.

Tires

Inflation

Explains the importance of proper tire inflation for handling, tread life, and safety.

Lights

Check the operation of your car's exterior lights at least once a month.

Emphasizes monthly checks of exterior lights for safety and visibility.

Replacing a Headlight Bulb

Provides step-by-step instructions for replacing a halogen headlight bulb.

Replacing Rear Bulbs

Storing Your Car

If you need to park your car for an extended period (more than 1 month)...

Provides a comprehensive guide on preparing a car for extended storage.

Exterior Care

Washing

Offers guidance on washing the car to preserve its finish and prevent damage.

Interior Care

Seat Belts

Explains how to clean seat belts and the importance of proper retraction.

Corrosion Protection

Many corrosion-preventive measures are built into your Honda.

Highlights built-in corrosion protection and simple maintenance actions.

Body Repairs

Body repairs can affect your car's resistance to corrosion.

Explains how body repairs can impact corrosion resistance and the importance of genuine parts.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Compact Spare Tire

Explains the use and precautions for the compact spare tire.

Changing a Flat Tire

Emphasizes stopping in a safe location to change a flat tire.

If Your Engine Won't Start

Nothing Happens or the Starter Motor Operates Very Slowly

Guides on diagnosing issues when the engine won't start or cranks slowly.

If Your Engine Won't Start, Jump Starting

Jump Starting

Provides instructions and precautions for jump starting a car with a booster battery.

If Your Engine Overheats

The pointer of your car's temperature gauge should stay in the mid range...

Explains how to read the temperature gauge and the dangers of overheating.

Low Oil Pressure

The low oil pressure indicator should never come on when the engine is running.

Explains the function of the low oil pressure indicator and immediate actions required if it illuminates.

Charging System Indication

Malfunction Indicator Lamp/Check Engine Light

If this indicator comes on while driving...

Explains the meaning of the check engine light and necessary actions if it illuminates.

Closing the Sunroof

If the electric motor will not close the sunroof, do the following:

Guides on troubleshooting and manually closing the sunroof if the motor fails.

Fuses

All the electrical circuits in your car have fuses...

Explains the purpose and location of fuse boxes in the vehicle.

Checking and Replacing Fuses

Provides instructions for checking and replacing blown fuses.

Towing

If your car needs to be towed, call a professional towing service...

Recommends professional towing services and warns against improper towing methods.

Technical Information

Identification Numbers

Explains the location and purpose of vehicle identification numbers (VIN).

Specifications

Capacities

Provides capacities for fuel tank, engine coolant, and engine oil.

Anti-lock Brake System

The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) is standard equipment...

Explains ABS equipment and its availability on different models.

Tire Information

Tire Size Designation

Explains how to read tire size designations on the sidewall for replacement purposes.

Emission Controls

Exhaust Emission Controls

Details the four exhaust emission control systems working together to minimize emissions.

Three Way Catalytic Converter

A defective three way catalytic converter contributes to air pollution...

Warns about the consequences of a defective catalytic converter and provides guidelines to protect it.

Warranty and Customer Relations

Warranty Coverages

Lists the various warranties covering the new Honda vehicle.

Customer Relations Information

Advises on contacting dealership management or zone offices for unresolved issues.

U.S. Zone Office Map

Purchasing Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. only)

Explains how to obtain factory authorized service and operation manuals for U.S. customers.

Authorized Manuals

Service Manual:

Describes the service manual for maintenance and recommended repair procedures.

Gas Station Information

Gasoline:

Lists required gasoline type and octane rating.

Recommended Engine Oil:

Specifies the recommended engine oil grade and viscosity.

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