2005 Honda Odyssey Owners Manual

the wiper.

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Turn signal Off Parking and indicator lights AUTO (Touring model only) Headlights on High beams Flash high beams Fog lights off (Touring model only) Fog lights on (Touring model only)

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When the light switch is in the ‘‘ ’’ position, the lights on indicator comes on as a reminder. This indicator stays on if you leave the light switch on and turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position.

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High Beams To switch from low beams to high beams, push the left lever forward until you hear a click. The blue high beam indicator will come on (see page ). Pull it back to return to low beams. To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it. The high beams will stay on as long as you hold the lever back.

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Fog Lights Touringmodelonly Turn the fog lights on and off by turning the switch next to the headlight switch.

Headlights

You can use the fog lights only when the headlights are on low beam.

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OnTouringmodel AUTO The automatic lighting feature turns on the headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights when it senses low ambient light.

To turn on the automatic lighting, turn the light switch to AUTO at any time. The lights will come on automatically when the outside light level becomes low (at dusk, for example). The lights on indicator comes on as a reminder. The lights and indicator turn off automatically when the system senses high ambient light.

The lights turn off automatically when you turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0). To turn them on again, either turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or turn the light switch to

Even with the automatic lighting feature turned on, we recommend that you turn on the lights manually when driving at night or in a dense fog, or when you enter dark areas such as long tunnels or parking structures.

Do not leave the light switch in AUTO if you will not be driving the vehicle for an extended period (a week or more). You should also turn off the lights if you plan to leave the engine idling or the engine off for a long time.

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Information Provided by:The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver’s door. If you unlock the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. With the driver’s door open, you will hear a lights-on reminder chime.

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On the Touring model, this time is changeable. See page for how to select and set the time.

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Automatic Lighting Off Feature OnEXandTouringmodelsonly This turns off the headlights, parking lights, taillights, side marker lights, license plate lights, and instrument panel lights within 15
seconds of removing the key from the ignition switch and closing the driver’s door.

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This feature activates if you leave ’’ the headlight switch in the ‘‘ or ‘‘ ’’ position, remove the key, then open and close the driver’s door. If you remove the key from the ignition switch with the headlight switch on, but do not open the door and get out, the lights turn off after 10 minutes.

Headlights

The automatic lighting feature is controlled by a sensor located on top of the dashboard. Do not cover this sensor or spill liquids on it.

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Information Provided by:Daytime Running Lights (Canadian Models) With the headlight switch off, the high beam headlights and the high beam indicator come on with reduced brightness when you turn the ignition switch to ON (II) and release the parking brake. They remain on until you turn the ignition switch off, even if you set the parking brake.

The headlights revert to normal operation when you turn them on with the switch.

Headlights, Instrument Panel Brightness

Instrument Panel Brightness

BRIGHTNESS LEVEL

SELECT/RESET KNOB

Touring model shown

The knob on the instrument panel controls the brightness of the instru- ment panel lights. Turn the knob to adjust the brightness.

The level of brightness is shown on the multi-information display on the Touring model or in the odometer/ trip meter display on LX and EX models while you adjust it. It goes out 5 seconds after you finish adjusting.

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Hazard Warning Button

Rear Window Defogger

Push the red button between the center air vents to turn on the hazard warning lights (four-way flashers). This causes all four outside turn signals and both indicators in the instrument panel to flash. Use the hazard warning lights if you need to park in a dangerous area near heavy traffic, or if your vehicle is disabled.

LX model The rear window defogger will clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. Push the defogger button to turn it on and off. The indicator in the button comes on to show the defogger is on. It shuts off when you turn off the ignition. You have to turn the defogger on again when you restart the vehicle.

EX and Touring models

Make sure the rear window is clear and you have good visibility before starting to drive.

The defogger wires on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. When cleaning the glass, always wipe side-to-side.

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Information Provided by:Make any steering wheel adjustment before you start driving.

Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of the vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.

Adjust the steering wheel only when the vehicle is stopped.

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Push the lever under the steering column all the way down.

2.

Move the steering wheel so it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Make sure you can see the instrument panel gauges and indicators.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

3.

Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in position.

4.

Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to move it up and down.

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Information Provided by:Keys and Locks

EX and Touring models

KEY NUMBER TAG

MASTER KEYS (BLACK)

VALET KEY (GRAY)

LX model KEY NUMBER TAG

MASTER KEYS (BLACK)

VALET KEY (GRAY)

The master key fits all the locks on your vehicle. The valet key works only in the ignition and the door locks. You can keep the glove box locked when you leave your vehicle and the valet key at a parking facility.

You should have received a key number tag with your keys. You will need this key number if you ever have to get a lost key replaced. Use only Honda-approved key blanks.

These keys contain electronic circuits that are activated by the Immobilizer System. They will not work to start the engine if the circuits are damaged.

Protect the keys from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity.

Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.

Keep the keys away from liquids. If they get wet, dry them immediately with a soft cloth.

OnEXandTouringmodels The keys do not contain batteries. Do not try to take them apart.

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Information Provided by:The immobilizer system protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly-coded key (or other device) is used, the engine will not start.

The system may not recognize your key’s coding if another immobilizer key or other metal object (i.e. key fob) is near the ignition switch when you insert the key.

If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of your key, contact your dealer.

When you turn the ignition switch to ON (II), the immobilizer system indicator should come on for a few seconds, then go out. If the indicator starts to blink, it means the system does not recognize the coding of the key. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), remove the key, reinsert it, and turn the switch to ON (II) again.

Immobilizer System

AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation.

Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to it. Electrical problems could result that may make your vehicle undriveable.

Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

If you have lost your key and you cannot start the engine, contact your dealer.

ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210. Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo conditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperationofthedevice.

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Information Provided by:Ignition Switch

The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I), ON (II), and START (III).

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Use this position

START (III) only to start the engine. The switch returns to ON (II) when you let go of the key.

You will hear a reminder beeper if you leave the key in the ignition switch in the LOCK (0) or ACCESSORY (I) position and open the driver’s door. Remove the key to turn off the beeper.

The shift lever must be in Park before you can remove the key from the ignition switch.

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You can insert or

LOCK (0) remove the key only in this position. To turn the key, the shift lever must be in Park, and you must push the key in slightly.

If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may make it difficult to turn the key. Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or right as you turn the key.

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You can

ACCESSORY (I) operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position.

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This is the normal key

ON (II) position when driving. Several of the indicators on the instrument panel come on as a test when you turn the ignition switch from ACCESSORY (I) to ON (II).

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UNLOCK BUTTON

LOCK BUTTON

PANIC BUTTON

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LOCK Press this button once to lock all doors and the tailgate. Some exterior lights will flash. When you push LOCK button twice within 5
seconds, you will hear a beep to verify that the doors and the tailgate are locked. You cannot lock the doors and the tailgate if any door or the tailgate is not fully closed or if the key is in the ignition switch.

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UNLOCK Press this button once to unlock the driver’s door. Press it twice to unlock the other doors and the tailgate. Some exterior lights will flash twice each time you press the button. If you do not open any door or the tailgate within 30 seconds, they will automatically relock.

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When you press the UNLOCK button, the front and rear individual map lights, depending on their switch positions, will come on (see page ). If you do not open any door or the tailgate, the lights stay on for about 30 seconds, then go out. If you relock the doors and the tailgate with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the lights will go off immediately.

Remote Transmitter

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Press and hold this

PANIC button for about 1 second to attract attention; the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote transmitter or turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

RemoteTransmitterCare Refer to page for how to take care of your remote transmitter.

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Remove the old battery from the back of the inner cover, and note the polarity. Make sure the polarity of the new battery is the same ( side facing down), then insert it into the back of the cover.

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Remote Transmitter

ReplacingtheTransmitterBattery

SCREW

If it takes several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors and the tailgate, replace the battery as soon as possible.

Battery type: CR1616

To replace the battery:

1.

Remove the screw at the base of the transmitter with a small Phillips-head screwdriver.

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BATTERY

TAB

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3.

Separate the transmitter by prying its middle seam with your fingernail.

Inside the transmitter, separate the inner cover from the keypad by releasing the two tabs on the cover.

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LED

UNLOCK BUTTON

LOCK BUTTON

PANIC BUTTON

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LOCK Press this button once to lock all doors and the tailgate. Some exterior lights will flash. When you push LOCK twice within 5 seconds, you will hear a beep to verify that the doors and the tailgate are locked and the security system has set.

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UNLOCK Press this button once to unlock the driver’s door. Press it twice to unlock the other doors and the tailgate. Some exterior lights will flash twice each time you press the button.

If you do not open any doors or the tailgate within 30 seconds, they will automatically relock and the security system sets.

On the Touring model, you can change this setting (see page

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If you press the LOCK button and the PASSENGER’S SIDE SLIDING DOOR button at the same time for about 1 second, the LED in the remote transmitter will blink twice, and all doors and the tailgate will unlock simultaneously when you press the UNLOCK button. To cancel this feature, press the LOCK button and the PASSENGER’S SIDE SLIDING DOOR button at the same

Remote Transmitter

time. The LED will blink once.

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When you press the UNLOCK button, the front and rear individual map lights, depending on their switch positions, will come on (see page ). If you do not open any door or the tailgate, the lights stay on for about 30 seconds, then go out. If you relock the doors and the tailgate with the remote transmitter before 30 seconds have elapsed, the lights will go off immediately.

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Press and hold this

PANIC button for about 1 second to attract attention; the horn will sound and the exterior lights will flash for about 30 seconds. To cancel panic mode, press any other button on the remote transmitter or turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

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Opening or Closing the Power Sliding Doors

DRIVER’S SIDE SLIDING DOOR BUTTON

PASSENGER’S SIDE SLIDING DOOR BUTTON

You can open or close each sliding door with the remote transmitter when the doors are unlocked. Push and hold the right button to open or close the passenger’s side door, and the left button to open or close the driver’s side door.

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Opening or Closing the Power Tailgate

TAILGATE BUTTON

OnTouringmodelonly You can open or close the power tailgate with the remote transmitter when the doors are unlocked. Press and hold the TAILGATE button to open or close the power tailgate. When the tailgate begins to move, you will hear a beep, and some front and rear lights will flash.

POWER SLIDING DOOR MAIN SWITCH

If the power sliding door MAIN switch on the dashboard is in the OFF position, you cannot open or close the sliding doors with the remote transmitter.

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With Driver 1

With Driver 2

OnTouringmodelonly Each remote transmitter activates the driver’s seat position memory system and customized vehicle control settings (see page ). When you open the driver’s door after unlocking it with the remote transmitter, the driver’s seat moves to the positions stored in memory. You will hear two beeps when the movement is completed.

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The driver’s seat position memory activation (Driver 1, Driver 2) is shown on the back of each transmitter. Make sure you store your seat position in the memory that is activated by the transmitter you normally carry.

You can turn off driver’s seat position memory activation with the remote transmitter. Press and hold the LOCK and UNLOCK buttons at the same time. The LED in the remote transmitter will blink twice. Then release the buttons, and press the UNLOCK button.

Most of the customized settings will return to the default settings.

To turn it back on, repeat this procedure. The LED will come on for 1 second to indicate the feature has been turned on.

Remote Transmitter

Remote Transmitter Care

Avoid dropping or throwing the transmitter.

Protect the transmitter from extreme temperature.

Do not immerse the transmitter in any liquid.

If you lose a transmitter, the replacement needs to be reprogrammed by your dealer.

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Replacing the Transmitter Battery

If it takes several pushes on the button to lock or unlock the doors and the tailgate, replace the battery as soon as possible.

Battery type: CR2025

To replace the battery, separate the halfs by carefully prying on the edge with a coin. Remove the old battery, and insert a new battery with the ＋ side facing up. Snap the two halves of the transmitter case back together.

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AsrequiredbytheFCC: ThisdevicecomplieswithPart15ofthe FCCrules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevice maynotcauseharmfulinterference,and (2)thisdevicemustacceptany interferencereceived,including interferencethatmaycauseundesired operation.

Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser’s authoritytooperatetheequipment.

ThisdevicecomplieswithIndustry CanadaStandardRSS-210. Operationissubjecttothefollowingtwo conditions:(1)thisdevicemaynotcause interference,and(2)thisdevicemust acceptanyinterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperationofthedevice.

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Lock

MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH

To lock the doors and the tailgate, press the front of the master door lock switch on either front door, press the lock tab on the driver’s door, or use the outside lock on the driver’s door.

Pressing the rear of the master door lock switch will unlock all doors and the tailgate.

The lock tab on any door locks and unlocks that door.

All doors and the tailgate can be locked from the outside by using the key in the driver’s door. To unlock only the driver’s door, insert the key, turn the key, and release it. The remaining doors and the tailgate unlock when you turn the key a second time within a few seconds.

Door Locks

LockoutPrevention With the driver’s door open and the key in the ignition, both master door lock switches are disabled. They are not disabled if the driver’s door is closed. Pushing the front of the master door lock switch on the open passenger’s door will lock all doors and the tailgate.

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Childproof Door Locks

OnEXandTouringmodels With the childproof door locks on, automatic operation with the inside door handle is disabled.

Tailgate

The childproof door locks are designed to prevent children seated in the rear from accidentally opening the rear sliding doors. Each door has a lock lever near the edge. With the lever in the LOCK position, the door cannot be opened from the outside regardless of the position of the lock tab. To open the door, pull the lock tab up and use the outside door handle.

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LXandEXmodels To open the tailgate, pull the handle, then lift up. To close the tailgate, use the inner handle to pull it down, then press down on the back edge.

Keep the tailgate closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the tailgate and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard .56

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DASHBOARD SWITCH

TAILGATE BUTTON

OnTouringmodelonly The tailgate can be opened and closed with the remote transmitter or the switch on the dashboard when both front doors are unlocked.

Press and hold the tailgate button on the remote transmitter or the dashboard switch for about 1 second to open or close the tailgate. Each time you press the button on the remote transmitter or the dashboard switch, you will hear a beep.

If you push the same button or switch again while the tailgate is opening or closing, you will hear three beeps, and the tailgate will stop moving, reverse direction, and stop at the fully opened or closed position.

Door Locks

TAILGATE SWITCH

The tailgate can also be closed by pressing the button on the tailgate. If you press the button again while the tailgate is closing, you will hear three beeps, and the tailgate will stop moving, reverse direction, and stop at the fully opened position.

To open or close the tailgate manually, see page

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Auto-Reverse The power tailgate has an auto- reverse feature. If it meets resistance while opening or closing, it will beep three times and reverse direction. However, the tailgate may not reverse immediately. Always make sure passengers and objects are clear of the tailgate before opening or closing it.

Closing a power tailgate while anyone is in the path of the tailgate can cause serious injury.

Make sure everyone is clear before closing the power tailgate.

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Also check that passengers, especially children, do not have their hands on the edge of the tailgate or on the tailgate still. The auto reverse feature stops working when the tailgate is about to latch so the motor can pull the tailgate shut.

If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected, goes dead, or the fuse is removed while the tailgate is fully open, the power tailgate needs to be reset. After connecting the battery or installing the fuse, close the tailgate fully by hand.

The power tailgate may not open or close under the these conditions:

The vehicle is parked on a steep hill.

When the vehicle is swayed in a strong wind.

When the tailgate or the roof is covered with snow or ice.

Do not install any accessories on the tailgate. It may cause the tailgate not to function properly. If there is snow or ice on the tailgate, make sure to remove it before you operate the tailgate.

If you pull the tailgate release handle while the tailgate is opening or closing, it will stop moving. You need to open or close it the rest of the way manually.

The tailgate has sensors on both sides. Be careful not to damage them. If the sensors are damaged, the power tailgate does not function properly.

Information Provided by:If you try to drive off with the tailgate not closed completely, a beeper sounds and a ‘‘DOOR & TAILGATE OPEN’’ message is shown on the multi-information display.

Unlocking the Tailgate

Door Locks

Keep the tailgate closed at all times while driving to avoid damaging the tailgate and to prevent exhaust gas from getting into the interior. See Carbon Monoxide Hazard 56

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If there is a problem in the power tailgate system, you will see a ‘‘CHECK POWER TAILGATE’’ message on the multi-information display. Have the system checked by your dealer.

With this message shown in the multi-information display, you can still open or close the tailgate manually.

OnTouringmodelonly If the power door lock system cannot unlock the tailgate, unlock it manually.

Use a small flat-tipped screwdriver to remove the cover on the back of the tailgate.

Push the release lever to the right as shown.

If you need to unlock the tailgate manually, it means there is a problem with the tailgate. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer.

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Information Provided by:Door Locks, Sliding Doors

OnLXandEXmodels If you cannot open the tailgate, remove the cover on the back of the tailgate (see page ). Use the key to unlock the tailgate as shown, then pull the outer handle to open the tailgate.

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Power Sliding Doors OnEXandTouringmodels The doors are electrically powered and can be operated with the remote transmitter, the door handles, or the dashboard switches. To operate the doors:

The shift lever must be in Park or Neutral. To operate the doors with the shift lever in Neutral, the ignition switch must be in the ON (II) position with the brake pedal pressed or the parking brake applied.

The MAIN switch must be in the ON position.

The doors must be unlocked.

Opening and Closing Manual Sliding Doors LXmodel To open, pull the inside or outside door handle, and slide the door back. It will latch in the fully open position. When opening from the inside, the childproof door lock must be unlocked.

To close, pull either handle, and slide the door closed. Make sure the door is closed and latched securely before driving, and all passengers are clear of the sliding doors before closing them.

When opening a sliding door, it stops about halfway if the window is open more than 3 in (8 cm). If the vehicle is facing downhill, the sliding door will slam shut when you release the door handle. Always close the window fully before opening the sliding door.

Information Provided by:DoorHandles To open the door with the inside door handle, pull the handle backward. Push it forward to close the door. If you pull backward or push forward on the door handle while a door is opening or closing, the door stops moving. Pull backward or push forward to open or close the door fully.

To open or close the door with the outside door handle, pull the door handle. If you pull the door handle while a door is opening or closing, the door stops moving. If you pull the door handle again, the door will open fully.

Sliding Doors

DashboardSwitches

POWER SLIDING DOOR MAIN SWITCH

POWER SLIDING DOOR SWITCHES

The dashboard switches to the left of the steering column allow you to open or close the power sliding doors.

The MAIN switch on the dashboard controls power to the sliding doors.

WhentheshiftleverisinPark: If you shift out of Park while a door is closing, you will hear a beep until the door closes.

If you shift out of Park while a door is opening, you will hear a continuous tone and the door will stop moving. Stop the vehicle and close the door.

WhentheshiftleverisinNeutraland theignitionswitchisintheONposition: If you shift out of Neutral or release the brake pedal or the parking brake while a door is closing, you will hear a beep until the door closes.

If you shift out of Neutral or release the brake pedal or the parking brake while a door is opening, you will hear a continuous tone and the door will stop moving. Stop the vehicle and close the door.

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Information Provided by:Sliding Doors

To open a power sliding door, push and release the bottom of the appropriate switch. If you forget to unlock the door, you will hear three beeps. Unlock the door and try again.

To close a sliding door, push and release the top of the switch.

To stop a door, push either the top or bottom of the switch. The door will stop and you will hear three beeps. Push the switch again to resume movement.

When the MAIN switch is in the OFF position, you have to operate the doors manually.

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RemoteTransmitter

LED

DRIVER’S SIDE SLIDING DOOR BUTTON

PASSENGER’S SIDE SLIDING DOOR BUTTON

To open and close a power sliding door, press and hold the appropriate button for at least 1 second. If you forget to unlock the door, you will hear three beeps. Unlock the door, and try again. To stop movement, push the appropriate door button; you will hear three beeps. Push and hold the same button again for at least 1
second and the door will reverse direction.

Auto-Reverse Each power sliding door has an auto- reverse feature. If a door meets resistance while closing, it will beep three times and reverse direction. However, the door may not reverse immediately and may cause some bruising or discomfort. Always make sure passengers and objects are clear of the doors before closing them.

If a rear window is open more than 3 in (8 cm), the power sliding door is designed to stop about halfway to avoid accidents. If this happens, close the door with the door handles, the dashboard switch, or the remote transmitter. Close the window and open the sliding door. Make sure the window is fully closed before you operate the power sliding door.

Information Provided by:ManuallyOpening/Closingthe PowerSlidingDoor You can manually open or close the sliding doors. The MAIN switch must be in the OFF position. To open a door, pull the inside or outside door handle, and slide the door back. It will latch in the fully open position. To close, pull either handle and slide the door forward. When the door is almost closed, the auto-closer will pull the door shut.

Important Sliding Door Precautions OnEXandTouringmodels Before operating the sliding doors, check that passengers, especially children, do not have their hands on the edge of the sliding door or on the door pillar. The auto-reverse motor stops working when the door is about to latch so the auto-closer can pull the door shut.

If there is an obstacle in the door sill, the power sliding door may not open or close properly. When removing the obstacle from the door sill, make sure to turn off the main switch on the dashboard.

When replacing a flat tire, make sure to turn off the power sliding door main switch on the dashboard.

Onallmodels Do not allow anyone to step on the lower arm of the sliding door while the door is open. This could damage the sliding door mechanism.

When you drive with children in your vehicle, use the childproof door locks (see page ). This will prevent children from opening the doors accidentally.

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Sliding Doors

Do not put any item in the door pocket sticks out from the pocket. It can prevent the doors from opening or closing properly, and damage the vehicle body.

Closing a sliding door while any part of a passenger is in the door’s path can cause serious injury.

Make sure all passengers are clear of the doorway before closing a sliding door.

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Information Provided by:Parking on a Hill When parking facing downhill, make sure the doors are latched in the fully open position, and then hold the door open for your passengers. Do not pull the inside or outside door handle, or the door will slam shut.

If you leave the vehicle on a steep downhill with a power sliding door half open and the engine off, the magnetic lock will turn off after 30
minutes and the sliding door will automatically open or close. In this case you will hear a continuous tone.

OnEXandTouringmodels Make sure the main switch on the dashboard is in the ON position.

When parking facing downhill on a steep grade, the power sliding doors may not open or close as they do normally.

If your vehicle is facing a downhill, do not turn the main switch to OFF while the door is opening because the door may slam shut.

Sliding Doors

Refueling When you release the fuel fill door, the driver’s side sliding door automatically locks so it cannot open and interfere with the fuel door. If a passenger attempts to unlock the door by cycling the lock knob several times, the door can be opened.

If a passenger needs to get out while you are refueling, instruct that person to exit on the passenger’s side.

When you close the fuel fill door, the driver’s side sliding door unlocks if it was unlocked when you opened the fuel fill door.

OnEXandTouringmodels If you open the fuel fill door while the driver’s side sliding door is opening, the sliding door stops. If this happens, the door must be operated manually.

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Power Sliding Door Problems

PINCH SENSOR

POWER SLIDING DOOR INDICATOR

OnEXandTouringmodels Each sliding door has a pinch sensor on the front edge. Do not damage this sensor, or the power sliding door may not operate properly.

U.S. indicator shown

OnEXmodel If the power sliding door indicator comes on and stays on, there is a problem in the system. Turn the MAIN switch to OFF, and have the system inspected by a dealer.

Sliding Doors

OnTouringmodel If there is a problem in the power sliding door system, you will see a ‘‘CHECK LEFT SLIDING DOOR’’ message or ‘‘CHECK RIGHT SLIDING DOOR’’ message in the multi-information display (see page ). If this message stays on, turn 87
the MAIN switch to OFF, and have the system inspected by your dealer.

If the battery is disconnected or goes dead, close the sliding door completely by hand. If it still does not operate properly after the battery is reconnected, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.

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Information Provided by:Seats

Passenger Seating ConvertibleSecondRowBucket Seats There are bucket seats with armrests for two front passengers, bucket seats with armrests for two passengers in the second row, and a bench seat for three passengers in the third row.

For greater cargo capacity, the seats in the second row can be removed, and the bench seat in the third row can be folded into the floor.

The EX model has a stowable second row plus-one seat that can be installed between the second row bucket seats when needed. The plus- one seat can also be used as a second row center console, or stored in the floor storage area. For more information, see page

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Information Provided by:Manual Seat Adjustments

The EX and Touring models have a power adjustable driver’s seat. The LX model has manual driver’s seat adjustments.

The front passenger’s seat, and the seats in the second and third rows adjust manually.

Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.

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Seats

To adjust the bucket seats in the second row, pull up the bar on the front of the seat bottom.

The third row seats do not adjust forward and backward.

To adjust the seat forward and backward, pull up on the bar under the seat cushion’s front edge. Move the seat to the desired position and release the bar. Try to move the seat to make sure it is locked in position.

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ADJUSTMENT STRAP

Driver’s Seat Manual Height Adjustment

To change the seat-back angle of the front seat, pull up on the lever on the outside of the seat bottom.

To change the seat-back angle of the bucket seats in the second row, pull forward on the lever on the outside of the seat-back.

The left and right halves of the third seat-back can be adjusted separately. To adjust the angle, pull the adjustment strap on the outside of each seat-back, move the seat-back to the desired position, and release the adjustment strap. Let the seat- back latch in the new position.

OnLXmodel The height of your driver’s seat is adjustable. Pull up the lever on the outside of the seat cushion to raise the seat bottom or push the lever down to lower the seat cushion.

Make all adjustments before you start driving.

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The controls for the adjustable driver’s power seat are on the outside edge of the seat bottom. You can adjust the power seat with the ignition switch in any position. Make all seat adjustments before you start driving.

Moving the long horizontal switch adjusts the seat bottom in several directions. The seat bottom adjusts in the direction you move the switch. The short vertical switch adjusts the seat back angle.

Moves the seat forward and backward.

Moves the front of the seat up or down and the rear of the seat up or down.

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Raises or lowers the seat.

Adjusts the seat- back angle forward or backward.

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Driver’s Lumbar Support

Armrests

OnEXandTouringmodels To change the lumbar support, move the lever on the right side of the seat-back forward or backward. Keep moving the lever forward or backward until you find a suitable position.

An armrest is located on each of the front seats and on each side of the second row seats. Pivot it down to use it. When you remove the bucket seats in the second row, pivot the armrests up out of the way.

OnEXwithLeatherandTouringmodels The angle of the armrest on each front seat is adjustable. Pivot the armrest down, and pull it up to the desired angle.

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Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints in all seating positions to help protect you and your passengers from whiplash and other injuries.

They are most effective when you adjust them so the back of the occupant’s head rests against the center of the restraint.

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RELEASE BUTTON

All head restraints adjust for height. You need both hands to adjust the restraint. Do not attempt to adjust it while driving. To raise it, pull upward. To lower the restraint, push the release button sideways, and push the restraint down.

To get into or out of the third row seat, walk between the second row seats.

When the seat on the passenger’s side is moved to the center, walk through the passenger’s side to get into or out of the third row seat.

On the Touring model, you need to remove the second row console before you can make this seat adjustment.

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Moving the Second Row Bucket Seat

BUTTONS

LOCK RELEASE LEVER

To get into or out of the third row seat, pull up the release lever on the shoulder of each second row bucket seat. The seat-back will tilt forward and the whole seat will slide forward.

PIECE MAT

The second row bucket seat on the passenger’s side can be moved to the center to provide access to the third row seat.

Unlock the seat from the floor by pulling the lock release lever under the seat cushion’s front edge and lifting the rear of the seat.

Remove the piece mat and the floor cover from under the passenger’s side bucket seat. To remove the piece mat, unfasten the two buttons on the rear edge.

Slide the seat toward the center of the vehicle. Push the back of the seat down over the floor hooks. Make sure the seat is securely locked in place.

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PIECE MAT

SLIT

COVER

Install the floor covers over the outer floor anchor and install the piece mat over the floor cover. Insert the tabs on the piece mat into the slit on the floor. Fasten the buttons on the mat to the floor.

Make sure the seat is securely locked in place before driving. A seat that is not locked in place could fly around and cause injury in a sudden stop or crash.

Reverse this procedure to move the seat back to the outside.

When the passenger’s side bucket seat is in the outside position, and the plus-one seat or the second row console is not used, install the floor mat and the piece mat over the center floor anchors between the bucket seats. Make sure to fasten the buttons on the mat to the floor.

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Removing the Bucket Seats in the Second Row

LOCK RELEASE LEVER

Both seats can be removed to give more cargo capacity.

To remove a seat: Pull up the seat-back angle adjustment lever, and fold the seat- back forward. Unlock the seat from the floor by pulling the lock release lever under the seat cushion’s front edge and lifting the rear of the seat.

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To reinstall the seat, hook the front of the seat to the floor, then push the back into the locks. Make sure both the front and the back of the seat are securely latched before driving.

Installing the Stowable Second Row Plus-One Seat

Unhook the front of the seat from the floor by pulling it back slightly, then pivoting it upward.

Always remove an unsecured seat from the vehicle before driving. A seat that is not locked in place could be thrown about and cause injury in a sudden stop or crash.

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OnEXmodelonly You can install the stowable plus-one seat between the second row bucket seats.

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To use the plus-one seat as a center console, remove its seat cushion by pulling up the seat cushion strap. Then pivot the seat-back forward until it is flat. Store the seat cushion in the floor storage area.

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ANGLE ADJUSTMENT STRAP To remove the seat, lower the head restraint all the way down. Remove the seat cushion by pulling the strap on the seat cushion, and fold the seat-back forward.

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To install the stowable plus-one seat, pull the leg folding lever to unfold the leg, hook the front of the seat to the floor, then push down the back until it locks. Make sure both the front and back of the seat are securely latched. Pull up the seat- back, and adjust the seat-back angle to the desired position while pulling the seat-back angle adjustment strap on the outside of the seat bottom.

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Folding the One-Motion Third Row ‘‘Magic Seat’’ To create more cargo space, you can fold the one-motion third row ‘‘Magic Seat’’ into the floor recess.

The stowable plus-one seat assembly can be stored in the floor storage area between the front seats and the second row seats. To do this, remove the Lazy Susan from the floor storage area.

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Unlatch the detachable seat belt anchor center seat belt, and let the belt retract all the way into the ceiling. Place the latch plate and anchor latch into their holding slots.

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Lower the head restraints fully.

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LEG FOLDING LEVER

LOCK RELEASE LEVER

Unlock the seat from the floor by pulling the lock release lever and the leg folding lever on the bottom of the seat-back, and lift the rear of the seat. Unhook the front of the seat from the floor by pulling it back slightly, then pivoting it upward.

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Pull the handle on each seat-back to unlock the front seat legs.

To return the seat to the upright position:

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Pivot the seat into the cargo area floor recess.

Make sure all items in the cargo area are secured. Loose items can fly forward and cause injury if you have Carrying Cargo to brake hard. See on page

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Pull the seat out of the recess by pulling on the handle. Pivot the seat forward all the way. The front seat legs will automatically latch.

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Pull the seat-back upright with the strap. Make sure the seat is securely locked.

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Follow these precautions when using the seat heaters:

In HI, the heater turns off when the seat gets warm, and turns back on after the seat’s temperature drops.

In LO, the heater does not cycle with temperature change.

Use the HI setting only to heat the seats quickly, because it draws large amounts of current from the battery.

If the engine is left idling for an extended period, do not use the seat heaters, even on the LO setting. It can weaken the battery, causing hard starting.

Seat Heaters

OnEXwithLeatherandTouringmodels Both front seats are equipped with seat heaters. The passenger seat only has heaters in the seat bottom because of the side airbag system. The ignition switch must be in the ON (II) position to use them. The seat heater switches are located on the dashboard above the center pocket. Push the top of the switch, HI, to rapidly heat up the seat. After the seat reaches a comfortable temperature, select LO by pushing

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Two seat positions can be stored in separate memories. You select a memorized position by pushing the appropriate button or appropriate remote transmitter (Driver 1 or Driver 2).

Driver’s Seat Position Memory System

Storing a Driver’s Seat Position in Memory Store a driver’s seat position only when the vehicle is parked.

MEMO BUTTON

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Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). You cannot add a new seat position in memory unless the