How to Use the Odyssey Cruise Control?
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Odyssey cruise control usage is as follows: 1. CANCEL is used to cancel cruise control, RES is used to resume cruise, and MAIN is to turn off cruise control; 2. Before activating cruise control, the driver should set the cruising speed using the SET key; the plus and minus symbol buttons on the right side of the steering wheel can be used to adjust the cruise control speed, with up for increase and down for decrease; 3. The distance adjustment automatically recognizes the distance to the vehicle ahead, and will decelerate or brake if the preceding vehicle brakes; 4. Braking serves as the termination signal for cruise control, with the set speed value retained, allowing for manual resumption of cruising.
As a long-time Odyssey owner, I frequently use cruise control on long drives. The operation is quite simple: first, reach your desired speed (say 80 km/h) on highways or open roads; then press the cruise control switch (marked with a small car icon) on the right side of the steering wheel to activate the system; next, press the adjacent SET button to lock the current speed. At this point, you can relax your foot as the system automatically maintains speed. For fine-tuning, use the + or - buttons on the wheel to adjust. Braking or pressing the CANCEL button instantly deactivates it, while the RES button resumes your preset speed. I recommend avoiding usage during rain/snow or heavy traffic to prevent distraction. Daily use significantly reduces driver fatigue, making it ideal for long trips. Regularly check for system malfunctions, as older models may experience button wear issues.
As an Odyssey owner with two kids, I find the cruise control very practical for family trips. Before using it, make sure your speed is within the road limit, e.g., maintain above 60 km/h on highways. First, press the cruise activation button on the steering wheel—the light indicates system readiness. Then, press SET to lock the current speed, and now the system takes over the throttle. Press + to accelerate or - to decerate, with responsive adjustments. Cancel it by braking or pressing OFF. It saves me a lot of effort during family road trips, but avoid using it on complex roads, especially when kids are noisy in the back—stay focused ahead. The system is intuitive, with well-placed buttons that don’t block visibility, fitting the family car’s nature. Forgetting to turn it off occasionally is fine—it resets automatically after restarting the car.
