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

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ABSOLUTELY!!!

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

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Chuck
An FSM should always be your first accessory.


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Jim
'01 GG EX
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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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Chuck
$66 sounds darn reasonable for a Manual. Often, they are much more than that. Usually over $100 easy.

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Jim
Sold.

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

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Jim
'01 GG EX
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.
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.
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
What's the difference between the Helm manual and the ones you can buy from online Honda stores like www.fairhondapartsforyou.com?
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
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!
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)

VS

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.
Sounds Good, except what is (KA)

Odyssey Electrical Troubleshooting Manual (KA)
Thanks
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)

and

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
Do I need to buy both?

of the

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

and

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?

Thank you
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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