The following checklist will help you take an active role in protecting yourself and your passengers. Your vehicle is equipped with many features that work together to help protect you and your passengers during a crash. Some features do not require any action on your part. These include a strong steel framework that forms a safety cage around the passenger compartment, front and rear crush zones, a collapsible steering column, and tensioners that tighten the front seat belts in a sufficient crash. However, you and your passengers cannot take full advantage of these features unless you remain seated in the correct position and always wear your seat belts. In fact, some safety features can contribute to injuries if they are not used properly. ■Safety CheckList For the safety of you and your passengers, make a habit of checking these items each time before you drive.
• After everyone has entered the vehicle, be sure all doors and the tailgate are
closed and locked. Locking the doors helps prevent an occupant from being
ejected and an outsider from unexpectedly opening a door. If the door and tailgate open indicator is on, a door or the tailgate is not completely closed. Close all doors tightly until the indicator goes off. |
Honda Odyssey Owners Manual > Before Driving: Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving. Exterior Checks • Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior lights, or other parts of the vehicle. ► Remove any frost, snow, or ice. ► Remove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct yo ...