Honda F22B
The motor is primarily known for regular oil and coolant leaks.
Honda Odyssey engines
The Honda Odyssey is a Japanese minivan vehicle manufactured by Honda Motor Co., Ltd. since 1994. Since 2013, the 5th generation of the machine has been produced. Initially, the car was developed as a compact and roomy vehicle at the time of the economic crisis in Japan in the 90s. Already from the 2nd generation, larger, left-hand drive versions of the model are being produced at the new plant in the USA. The base of the 1st generation model is the Honda Accord. Today, cars are produced in the USA, Japan, Canada and China.
The Honda Odyssey was offered with 9 engines since 1994 (9 petrol). Displacement ranges from 2.0 to 3.5 liters, power output from 130 to 310 hp. 3 use a timing chain and 6 a timing belt. The longest rated lifespan belongs to the Honda J30A (about 375,000 km).
Honda Odyssey engines by generation
| Engine | Years | Volume | Power | Fuel | Timing | Oil | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Odyssey 1 (RA) 1994–1999 | |||||||
| Honda F23A | 1994–1999 | 2.3 L R4 | 135–150 hp | petrol | belt | 4.3 L | ~350,000 km |
| Honda F22B | 1994–1999 | 2.2 L R4 | 130–160 hp | petrol | belt | 3.8 L | ~350,000 km |
| Honda J30A | 1997–1999 | 3.0 L V6 | 200–245 hp | petrol | belt | 4.4 L | ~375,000 km |
| Honda Odyssey 1 USA (RA) 1994–1998 | |||||||
| Honda F23A | 1994–1998 | 2.3 L R4 | 135–150 hp | petrol | belt | 4.3 L | ~350,000 km |
| Honda Odyssey 2 USA (RL) 1998–2004 | |||||||
| Honda J35A | 1998–2004 | 3.5 L V6 | 210–285 hp | petrol | belt | 4.7 L | ~375,000 km |
| Honda Odyssey 3 (RB) 2003–2008 | |||||||
| Honda K24A | 2003–2008 | 2.4 L R4 | 160–205 hp | petrol | chain | 4.2 L | ~350,000 km |
| Honda Odyssey 3 USA (RL3) 2004–2010 | |||||||
| Honda J35A | 2004–2010 | 3.5 L V6 | 210–285 hp | petrol | belt | 4.7 L | ~375,000 km |
| Honda Odyssey 4 USA (RL5) 2010–2017 | |||||||
| Honda J35Z | 2010–2017 | 3.5 L V6 | 244–280 hp | petrol | belt | 4.3 L | ~300,000 km |
| Honda Odyssey 5 (RC) 2016–2022 | |||||||
| Honda LFA | 2016–2022 | 2.0 L R4 | 145 hp | petrol | chain | 4 L | ~250,000 km |
| Honda LFB | 2019–2022 | 2.0 L R4 | 145 hp | petrol | chain | 4 L | ~300,000 km |
| Honda Odyssey 5 USA (RL6) 2017–present | |||||||
| Honda J35Y | 2017–present | 3.5 L V6 | 278–310 hp | petrol | belt | 4.3 L | ~300,000 km |
Honda Odyssey engine FAQ
What engines were used in the Honda Odyssey?
Honda Odyssey 1 (RA) (1994–1999): Honda F23A, Honda F22B and Honda J30A; Honda Odyssey 1 USA (RA) (1994–1998): Honda F23A; Honda Odyssey 2 USA (RL) (1998–2004): Honda J35A; Honda Odyssey 3 (RB) (2003–2008): Honda K24A; Honda Odyssey 3 USA (RL3) (2004–2010): Honda J35A; Honda Odyssey 4 USA (RL5) (2010–2017): Honda J35Z; Honda Odyssey 5 (RC) (2016–2022): Honda LFA and Honda LFB; Honda Odyssey 5 USA (RL6) (2017–present): Honda J35Y.
Which Honda Odyssey engine is the most durable?
By rated service life the most durable Honda Odyssey engines are: Honda J30A — about 375,000 km; Honda J35A — about 375,000 km; Honda F22B — about 350,000 km. Actual lifespan depends heavily on maintenance and oil change intervals.
How much oil does the Honda Odyssey engine take?
Engine oil capacity with filter: Honda F22B — 3.8 L (5W-30); Honda F23A — 4.3 L (5W-30); Honda J30A — 4.4 L (5W-30); Honda J35A — 4.7 L (5W-30); Honda J35Y — 4.3 L (0W-20); Honda J35Z — 4.3 L (0W-20); Honda K24A — 4.2 L (5W-30); Honda LFA — 4 L (0W-20); Honda LFB — 4 L (0W-20).
Does the Honda Odyssey have a timing belt or chain?
Timing chain: Honda K24A, Honda LFA and Honda LFB; timing belt: Honda F22B, Honda F23A, Honda J30A, Honda J35A, Honda J35Y and Honda J35Z. Belts must be replaced on schedule: on many engines a broken belt bends the valves.
Was the Honda Odyssey available with a diesel engine?
No, all Honda Odyssey engines in our database run on petrol.
Engine details
Honda F23A
Most often, car owners with this engine complain about oil consumption after 100,000 km.
Honda J30A
All engines of this series are famous for their reliability and unpretentious maintenance.
Honda J35A
Engine versions equipped with VCM are notorious for oil leaks from system gaskets.
Honda K24A
The most well-known problem of the unit in the rapid wear of the exhaust camshaft.
Honda J35Z
The VCM system is blamed for oil consumption caused by stuck piston rings.
Honda J35Y
Direct-injection versions accumulate carbon deposits on the intake valves.
Honda LFA
A reliable engine, but at high mileage oil consumption appears: stuck piston rings start burning oil from about 150,000 km.
Honda LFB
A reliable engine in which the main problems of its predecessor have been fixed.
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