Honda Odyssey (2019 year). Manual - part 15

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Adjusting the Seats

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Armrest

Pull down the armrest.

Pull the armrest all the way down, then pull it 
up to the desired angle.

Pull down the center backrest to use as an 
armrest.

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Using the Front and Second Row Outer

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 Seat Armrest

Front seat with adjustable armrest

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Using the Second Row Seat Armrest

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* Not available on all models

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Interior Lights

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ON

The interior lights come on regardless of 
whether the doors or the tailgate are open or 
closed.

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Door activated

The interior lights come on in the following 
situations:
Front:
• When any of the doors or the tailgate are 

opened.

• You unlock the driver’s door.
• When the power mode is set to VEHICLE 

OFF.

Cargo area:
When the tailgate is open.

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OFF

The interior lights remain off regardless of 
whether the doors or the tailgate are open or 
closed.

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Interior Light Switches

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Interior Light Switches

In the door activated position, the interior lights fade 
out and go off about 30 seconds after the doors are 
closed.
The lights go off after 30 seconds in the following 
situations:

•

When you unlock the driver’s door but do not open 
it.

•

When you set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF but 
do not open a door.

You can change the interior light dimming time.

2 Vehicle Customization P. 133

2 Customized Features P. 443

The interior lights go off immediately in the following 
situations:

•

When you lock the driver’s door.

•

When you set the power mode to ON.

•

When you close the driver’s door in ACCESSORY 
mode.

If you leave any of the doors open in VEHICLE OFF 
mode, the interior lights go off after about 15 
minutes.

If you leave the tailgate open in VEHICLE OFF mode, 
the cargo area light goes off after about 30 minutes.

To avoid draining the battery, do not leave the 
interior light on for an extended length of time when 
the engine is off.

Models with color audio system

Models with Display Audio

Door 
Activated 
Position

Off

On

Front

Door Activated Position

Off

On

Cargo Area

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Front

The map lights can be turned on and off by 
pressing the lenses.

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Second and third row

The map lights can be turned on and off by 
pressing the lenses when the front interior 
light switch is in the door activated position.

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Map Lights

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Interior Light Switches

To avoid draining the battery, do not leave the 
interior light on for an extended length of time when 
the engine is off.

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Map Lights

When the front interior light switch is in the door 
activated position and any door is open, the map 
light will not go off when you press the lens.

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Pull the handle to open the glove box. You 
can lock the glove box with the built-in key.

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Glove Box

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Glove Box

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WARNING

An open glove box can cause serious injury 
to your passenger in a crash, even if the 
passenger is wearing the seat belt.

Always keep the glove box closed while 
driving.

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To open the console box, pull the handle and 
slide the box forward.

You can create more storage space by 
removing the divider.

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Console Box

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Handle

Divider

* Not available on all models

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To open the console compartment, press the 
knob to unlock the lid, and then slide it 
rearward.

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Console Compartment with Lid

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Knob

* Not available on all models

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Pull the handle to open the center pocket.

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Center Pocket

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Handle

* Not available on all models

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Center console beverage holders

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Front door beverage holders

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Second row seat beverage holders

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To use the beverage holder, fold the backrest.

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Beverage Holders

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Beverage Holders

NOTICE

Spilled liquids can damage the upholstery, carpeting, 
and electrical components in the interior.

Be careful when you are using the beverage holders. 
Hot liquid can scald you.

* Not available on all models

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Rear door beverage holders

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The accessory power sockets can be used when the power mode is in ACCESSORY 
or ON.

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Accessory power socket (console panel)

Open the cover to use it.

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Accessory Power Sockets

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Accessory Power Sockets

NOTICE

Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter 
element: The power socket can overheat.

The accessory power socket is designed to supply 
power for 12 volt DC accessories that are rated 180 
watts (15 amps) or less.

To prevent battery drain, use the power socket only 
when the engine is running.

Models without center pocket

Models with center pocket

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Accessory power socket (third row 
seat)

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Open the cover to use it.

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Accessory power socket (cargo area)

Open the cover to use it.

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The AC power outlet can be used when the engine is running.

Open the cover to use it. Plug in the appliance 
slightly, turn it 90° clockwise, then push it all 
the way.

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AC Power Outlet

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AC Power Outlet

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NOTICE

Do not use the AC power outlet for electric 
appliances that require high initial peak wattage, 
such as cathode-ray tube type televisions, 
refrigerators, electric pumps, etc. It is not suitable for 
devices that process precise data, such as medical 
equipment, and that require an extremely stable 
power supply, such as microcomputer-controlled 
electric blankets, touch sensor lamps, etc.

The AC power outlet is designed to supply power for 
up to 115 volt appliances that are rated 150 watts or 
less.

Continued use of any electric appliance/device 
exceeding these ratings may result in damage to the 
appliance/device.

* Not available on all models

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To use the wireless charger, the power mode must be in ACCESSORY or ON.
Charge a compatible device on the area indicated by the 

 and 

 marks as 

follows:

1. Place the device you want to charge on the 

charging area.

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The system will automatically start 
charging the device, and the green 
indicator light will come on.

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Make sure that the device is compatible 
with the system and placed with the 
chargeable side in the center of the 
charging area.

2. When charging is completed, the green 

indicator light will go off.

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If the device is not located on the charge 
area correctly, the green indicator light 
will blink.

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Wireless Charger

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Wireless Charger

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Using the audio/information screen, you can disable 

the wireless charger function.

2 Customized Features P. 443

This system consumes a lot of power. Do not use the system 

for a long time when the engine is not running. This may 

weaken the battery, making it difficult to start the engine.

When using the wireless charger, check the user’s manual 

that came with the compatible device you want to charge.

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CAUTION

Metal objects between the charge pad 
and the device to be charged will get 
hot and can burn you.
• Always remove foreign objects from 

the charge pad before charging the 
device.

• Be sure the surface is clear of dust and 

other debris before charging.

• Do not spill liquids (i. e. water, drinks, 

etc.) on the charger and the device.

• Do not use oil, grease, alcohol, 

benzine or thinner for cleaning the 
charge pad.

• Do not cover the system with towels, 

clothing, or other objects while 
charging etc.

• Avoid spraying aerosols which may 

come in contact with the charge pad 
surface.

Green 
Indicator

Charging Area

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When charging does not start

Perform one of the solutions in the following table.

Indicator

Cause

Solution

Slow Blink

There is an obstacle(s) between 
the charging area and the 
device.

Remove the 
obstacle(s).

The device is not within the 
charging area.

Move the device to the 
center of the charging 
area where 

 and 

 

are located.

Fast Blink

The wireless charger is faulty.

Turn the vehicle off 
and back on. If the 
indicator still blinks, 
contact a dealer.

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Wireless Charger

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NOTICE

Do not place any magnetic recording media or 
precision machines within the charging area while 
charging.
The data on your cards such as credit cards can be 
lost because of the magnetic effect. Also precision 
machines such as watches can go wrong.

“Qi” and 

 marks are the registered trademarks 

owned by Wireless Power Consortium (WPC).
 

 mark is the registered trademark owned by 

Power Matters Alliance (PMA).

In the following cases, charging may stop or not start:

•

The device is already fully charged.

•

The temperature of the device is extremely high 

while charging.

•

You are at a place that emits strong 

electromagnetic waves or noises, such as a TV 

station, electric power plant, or gas station.

A device may not charge if the size or shape of its chargeable 

side is not appropriate for use with the charging area.

Not all devices are compatible with the system.

During the charging phase, it is normal for the 

charging area and device to heat up.

Charging may be briefly interrupted when:

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All the doors and the tailgate are closed

- to avoid interference with the proper functioning 

of the smart entry system.

•

The position of the device is altered.

Do not charge more than one device at a time on a 

charging area.

* Not available on all models

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There are coat hooks under the grab handles 
in the second row, and under the window 
frames in the third row. Pull it down to use it.

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Coat Hooks

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Coat Hooks

The coat hooks are not designed for large or heavy 
items.

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Use the cargo hooks to secure luggage in the 
cargo area.

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Cargo Hooks

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Grocery Bag Hook

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Grocery Bag Hook

The hook is designed to hold light items. Heavy 
objects may damage the hook.

Hook