"motsco_ _" <"motsco_ > wrote in message >...
> NET wrote:
> > For a few months now my Honda security system goes off unpredicatbly.
> > It doesn't matter if the van is in the garage or parked outside. I
> > was told that the van needs a new battery, I have never replaced it
> > since I purchase the vehicle 5 years ago. Could an old battery solve
> > the problem? I have schedule an appointment for next week with the
> > dealership, which I know will run me a good $100 (its all labor). I
> > can't go like this any longer. I am sure my neighbors hate me by now.
> > Any suggestion or troubleshooting ideas is greatly appreciated. PS
> > its always at night, never during the day. Thank you all for your
> > time and suggestions.
>
> ===================================
>
> It's more likely a door contact setting it off, in particular, one of
> the sliding doors. Check how 'tight' your contacts are by watching the
> interior light and wiggling the doors. If loose, glue a penny or some
> other kind of shim to tighten the gap.
>
> Odyssey will NOT get stolen while inside your garage, probably. Don't
> use the alarm inside.......
>
> 'Curly'

Thanks for the hint I will be checking into this. Additionally I was
told you can't disarm the alarm only placed temporarily in the Valet
mode.