2023 Honda Odyssey Customized Feature
With its many customizable features, the 2023 Honda Odyssey takes the idea of tailored comfort and driving experience to a new level of individual refinement. At the heart of this new technology is the ability for drivers and riders to customize their trip by fine-tuning different parts of the car to suit their own tastes. The Odyssey’s customizable features cover a wide range of options, from how the seats are set up to how the climate is controlled to how you want the driver support system to work. With the ability to save and remember favorite settings, the Odyssey turns into a blank canvas on which each person can leave their own mark. These personalized choices affect more than just how they look; they also affect how they work and how easy they are to use. The “Magic Slide” feature on the second-row seats lets them be moved side to side, making it easy to get to the third row or giving riders more space between them. Also, the sound, lighting, and driver aid settings can all be changed to make driving more enjoyable. In a world where customization is becoming more and more important, the 2023 Honda Odyssey’s customizable features stand out as a nod to individuality and new technology. By putting the power of decision in the hands of its occupants, the Odyssey turns from a car into a personal sanctuary, making every trip feel more like home and more like the owner’s.
Customized Features
Use the audio/information screen to customize certain features.
How to customize
With the power mode in ON, select Settings, then select a setting item.
When you customize settings, make sure that the vehicle is at a complete stop and put the transmission into .
To customize features detail, refer to the following.
- Customization flow
- List of customizable options
Customization flow
* Not available on all models
List of customizable options
System |
Date & Time |
Set Date & Time |
Automatic Date & Time | Selects ON to have the GPS automatically adjust the clock. Select OFF to cancel this function. |
ON*1/OFF |
Set Date | Adjusts date.
2 Adjusting the Clock P. 144 |
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Set Time | Adjusts clock.
2 Adjusting the Clock P. 144 |
— | |||
Set Time Zone |
Automatic Time Zone* | Sets the navigation system to automatically adjust the clock when driving through different time zones. |
ON*1/OFF |
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Select time zone | Changes the time zone manually. | — | |||
Select Time Format | Selects the digital clock display from 12H to 24H. | 12H*1/24H |
System |
System Sounds | Changes the system sounds volume. | — | |
Volumes | Navigation | Changes the navigation guidance volume. | — | |
Guidance* | ||||
Touch | Sets the sensitivity of the touch panel screen. | High/Low*1 | ||
Sensitivity | ||||
System |
Subscriptions | HondaLink Subscription Status | Lists subscriptions and subscription status for HondaLink®. | — |
Language |
Changes the display language. |
English (United States)*1/English (United Kingdom)/ Korean/French/ Spanish/Arabic | ||
Factory Data | Resets all the settings to their factory default. | Continue/Cancel | ||
Reset | 2 Defaulting All the Settings P. 431 | |||
About | Displays the Android setting items. | — |
Vehicle |
Driving Position Setup* |
Seat Position Movement at Entry/ Exit | Moves the seat rearward when you get in/get out of the vehicle. Changes the setting for this feature. |
ON*1/OFF |
Memory Position Link | Turns the driving position memory system on and off. | ON*1/OFF | ||
Meter Setup |
Adjust Outside Temp Display |
Adjusts the temperature reading by a few degrees. |
-5°F ~ ±0°F*1 ~ +5°F
(U.S.) -3°C ~ ±0°C*1 ~ +3°C (Canada) |
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Trip A Reset Timing |
Changes the setting of how to reset trip meter A and average fuel economy A. | With Refuel/IGN Off/Manually Reset*1 | ||
Trip B Reset Timing |
Changes the setting of how to reset trip meter B and average fuel economy B. | With Refuel/IGN Off/Manually Reset*1 | ||
Reverse Shift Position Beep | Turns the reverse alert tone on and off. | ON*1/OFF | ||
Adjust Alarm Volume | Changes the alarm volume, such as the buzzers, warnings, turn signal sound, and so on. | High/Mid*1/Low |
Vehicle |
Meter Setup |
Turn by Turn Display | Selects whether the turn-by-turn display comes on during the route guidance. | ON*1/OFF |
Fuel Efficiency Backlight | Turns the ambient meter feature on and off. | ON*1/OFF | ||
Rear Seat Reminder | Turns the Rear Seat Reminder feature on and off. | ON*1/OFF | ||
Power Tailgate Setup* |
Power Tailgate Keyless Open Mode | Changes the keyless setting for when the power tailgate opens. | Anytime*1/When Unlocked | |
Power Tailgate Open by Outer Handle | Changes the setting to open power tailgate by tailgate outer handle. | Off (Manual only)/ On (Power/ Manual)*1 | ||
Hands Free Access Power Tailgate* | Changes the setting to open power tailgate by a swift forward in and out kicking motion under the rear bumper. |
ON*1/OFF |
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Keyless Access Setup |
Door Unlock Mode | Changes which doors unlock when you grab the driver’s door handle. | Driver Door or Tailgate*1/All Doors | |
Keyless Access Light Flash | Causes some exterior lights to flash when you unlock/lock the doors. | ON*1/OFF | ||
Keyless Access Beep | Causes the beeper to sound when you unlock/lock the doors. | ON*1/OFF |
Vehicle |
Keyless Access Setup |
Remote Start System On/Off | Turns the remote engine start feature on and off. | ON*1/OFF |
Walk Away Auto Lock | Changes the settings for the automatic locking the doors when you walk away from the vehicle while carrying the remote. |
Enable/Disable*1 |
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Driver Assist System Setup |
Forward Collision Warning Distance | Changes at which distance CMBSTM alerts. | Long/Normal*1/ Short | |
ACC Forward Vehicle Detect Beep | Causes the system to beep when the system detects a vehicle, or when the vehicle goes out of the ACC with Low Speed Follow range. |
ON/OFF*1 |
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Road Departure Mitigation Setting | Changes the setting for the road departure mitigation system. | Normal*1/Wide/ Warning Only/ Narrow | ||
Lane Keeping Assist Suspend Beep | Causes the system to beep when the LKAS is suspended. | ON/OFF*1 | ||
Blind Spot Information | Changes the setting for the blind spot information system. | Audible and Visual Alert*1/Visual Alert | ||
Traffic Sign Recognition | Selects whether the traffic sign icons come on the driver information interface. | ON*1/OFF |
Auto Door Lock |
Changes the setting for the automatic locking feature. | With Vehicle Speed*1/Shift from P/OFF | |
Auto Door Unlock |
Changes the setting for when the doors unlock automatically. |
All Doors with Driver’s Door Opens*1/All Doors with Shift to P/All Doors with IGN Off/ OFF | |
Vehicle Door Setup | Key and Remote Unlock Mode | Sets up either the driver’s door or all doors to unlock on the first push of the remote or built-in key. | Driver Door*1/All Doors |
Keyless Lock Answer | LOCK/UNLOCK- The exterior lights flash. | ON*1/OFF | |
Back | LOCK (2nd push)- The beeper sounds. | ||
Security Relock Timer |
Changes the time it takes for the doors to relock and the security system to set after you unlock the vehicle without opening any door. | 90 sec/60 sec/30 sec*1 | |
Power Slide Door | Changes the keyless setting for when the power | Anytime*1/When | |
Keyless Open Mode | sliding door opens. | Unlocked |
Vehicle |
Lighting Setup |
Interior Light Dimming Time | Changes the length of time the interior lights stay on after you close the doors. | 60 sec/30 sec*1/15 sec |
Headlight Auto Off Timer | Changes the length of time the exterior lights stay on after you close the driver’s door. | 60 sec/30 sec/15 sec*1/0 sec | ||
Auto Interior Illumination Sensitivity | Changes the sensitivity of the brightness of the instrument panel when the headlight switch is in the AUTO position. | Min/Low/Mid*1/ High/Max | ||
Auto Headlight On with Wiper On | Changes the settings for the wiper operation when the headlights automatically come on while the headlight switch is in the AUTO position. |
ON*1/OFF |
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Auto Light Sensitivity* | Changes the timing for the headlights to come on. | Max/High/Mid*1/ Low/Min | ||
Wireless Charger* | Turns the wireless charger feature on and off. | ON*1/OFF | ||
Maintenance Information | Oil Life | Resets the engine oil life display when you have performed the maintenance service. | — |
Defaulting All the Settings
Reset all the menu and customize settings as the factory defaults.
- 1. Select
- Select Settings.
- Select System.
- Select Factory Data Reset.
- A confirmation message appears on the screen.
- Select Continue to reset the settings.
- Select Continue again to reset the settings.
- The system will reboot.
When you transfer the vehicle to a third party, reset all settings to default and delete all personal data.
If you perform Factory Data Reset, it will reset the preinstalled apps to their factory default.
If you perform Factory Data Reset, you cannot use the HondaLink® because it becomes offline.
HondaLink®
FAQ
Customized features are options that allow you to tailor certain aspects of the vehicle’s functionality and comfort to your preferences.
The 2023 Odyssey often offers customization options related to seating arrangements, driver settings, infotainment preferences, and more.
Yes, many models of the 2023 Odyssey usually offer driver-seat memory functions that allow you to save and recall your preferred seat settings.
Yes, the infotainment system in the Odyssey typically allows you to customize audio settings, saved radio stations, and connected device preferences.
Depending on the model, the 2023 Odyssey might offer driver profiles that allow multiple drivers to save and access their personalized settings.
Yes, some models might offer customizable ambient lighting settings that allow you to choose your preferred lighting color and intensity.
Depending on the model, you might be able to customize the information displayed on the digital instrument cluster, such as trip data and navigation directions.
Some models might offer personalized climate control zones for different areas of the vehicle, allowing passengers to set their preferred temperatures.
The “Magic Slide” feature in the 2023 Odyssey allows you to customize the second-row seating arrangement by laterally moving the seats for easier access or extra space.
Depending on the model, you might be able to adjust settings related to the operation and speed of the power sliding doors.
Yes, some models might offer customizable settings for driver assistance features like lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control.
Typically, you can access and adjust customized features through the vehicle’s infotainment system or settings menu.
The number of personalized profiles you can create might vary based on the model and trim level.
Yes, you can usually reset customized settings to their default values if needed.
Yes, many customized settings are often saved and retained even after the vehicle is turned off and restarted.
Useful Link:
View Full PDF: Honda Odyssey 2023 |Auto User Guide
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