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Is it worthwhile to purchase the authorized repair manual from Helm for $66?

http://www.helminc.com/
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ckonarske
ABSOLUTELY!!!

....unless you never want to take anything apart on your van.

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Jim F
An FSM should always be your first accessory.


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ckonarske
I ordered mine long before I got the Ody.

The first thing that you DON'T BREAK because you were able to find out the correct way to disassemble it will more than pay for the manual.

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$66 sounds darn reasonable for a Manual. Often, they are much more than that. Usually over $100 easy.

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Sold.

You guys don't own stock in Helm Publishing, do you?
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Jim F
My FSM finally made it! Woohoo!!

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2003 vs. 2004 Manual

I've got a 2003 Ody and have procrastinated until now to order the service manual. Helm now lists both the 1999-2003 and 1999-2004 service manuals. Should I stick with the 2003 manual or go with the 2004 one? They're both the same price.
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Re: 2003 vs. 2004 Manual

Arcteryx said:
I've got a 2003 Ody and have procrastinated until now to order the service manual. Helm now lists both the 1999-2003 and 1999-2004 service manuals. Should I stick with the 2003 manual or go with the 2004 one? They're both the same price.
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I'd order the '04 version. It'll contain all the information for the prior years plus any changes (very few) for the '04.

Just my 2¢,
Mel
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What's the difference between the Helm manual and the ones you can buy from online Honda stores like www.fairhondapartsforyou.com?
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Is this what you are referring to, that one should get:


http://www.helminc.com/helm/Result....dule=&mscsid=W8U40HV4J97J8HFB1J5WNCU65G9U89G4

1999-2004 Odyssey Service Manual
Price: $70.00 In Stock
(English, Paper, 61S0X05)

Thank You
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Factory Service Manual for Ody

Yup, if I had a 2004 Ody, that is the factory manual I'd buy

I've ordered a couple FSMs from Helm. Fast and economical shipping - I received the manual about 10 days after ordering.

Best of success with your Ody!
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Odyssey Electrical Troubleshooting Manual Question

What is the difference?


HELM

1999-2004 Odyssey Electrical Troubleshooting Manual
Price: $50.00 Item not yet released to Helm from manufacturer. Click here if you would like to be notified when this item becomes available.
(English, Paper, 61S0X05EL)

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1999-2004 Odyssey Electrical Troubleshooting Manual (KA)
Price: $50.00 In Stock
(English, Paper, 61S0X04EL)
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What's the difference? Not sure. Both of the ETM's have the same part number with the exception of one digit. I'm guessing the one that is not yet available is a newer edition. Perhaps a 2nd edition for 2004 model year. I've noticed a few other 2nd edition versions of older Honda authorized service manuals.
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Sounds Good, except what is (KA)

Odyssey Electrical Troubleshooting Manual (KA)
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I called Helm and spoke to a lady there and she could not tell me the differance between: the KA and non-KA version.

1999-2004 Odyssey Electrical Troubleshooting Manual
Price: $50.00 Item not yet released to Helm from manufacturer. Click here if you would like to be notified when this item becomes available.
(English, Paper, 61S0X05EL)

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1999-2004 Odyssey Electrical Troubleshooting Manual (KA)
Price: $50.00 In Stock
(English, Paper, 61S0X04EL)


ANYONE? :) I would like order these soon.

Thanks again
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>>I called Helm and spoke to a lady there and she could not tell me the differance between: the KA and non-KA version.<<

KA = 49 State Emissioned Vehicles
KL = California Emissioned Vehicles
KH = High Altitude Emissioned Vehicles

Hope this helps!

Pete
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Do I need to buy both?

of the

1999-2004 Odyssey Service Manual
Price: $70.00 In Stock
(English, Paper, 61S0X05)

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1999-2004 Odyssey Electrical Troubleshooting Manual (KA)
Price: $50.00 In Stock
(English, Paper, 61S0X04EL)


Does the Service Manual includes the complete wiring diagram?

thanks.
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Does these manuals tell you how to remove panels and stuff and how to access wireing harness?

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I ordered the manuals on Monday with normal shipping and I received them today. :) Alot of reading...

I can not beleive how big the Service Manual is, ouch...
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