Honda Pilot Owners Manual

							California Proposition 65 Warning
Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). 
The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near 
crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a 
road obstacle, data that will assist  in understanding how a vehicle’s 
systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related 
to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of 
time, typically 30 seconds or le ss. The EDR in this vehicle is 
designed to record such data as:
• How various systems in your  vehicle were operating;
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were 
buckled/fastened;
• How far (if at all) the driver  was depressing the accelerator 
and/or brake pedal; and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the 
circumstances in which crashes and  injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data 
are recorded by your vehicle only  if a non-trivial crash situation 
occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving 
conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and 
crash location) are recorded. Howe ver, other parties, such as law 
enforcement, could combine the  EDR data with the type of 
personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash 
investigation.
WARNING:  This product contains or emits 
chemicals known to the state of California to cause 
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive 
harm.
To read data recorded by an ED R, special equipment is required, 
and access to the vehicle or the  EDR is needed. In addition to the 
vehicle manufacturer, other parties,  such as law enforcement, that 
have the special equipment, can re ad the information if they have 
access to the vehicle or the EDR. 
The data belongs to the vehicle ow ner and may not be accessed by 
anyone else except as legally requir ed or with the permission of the 
vehicle owner.
Service Diagnostic Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with se rvice-related devices that record 
information about powertrain perfo rmance. The data can be used 
to verify emissions law requirem ents and/or help technicians 
diagnose and solve service problems.  It may also be combined with 
data from other sources for res earch purposes, but it remains 
confidential.
California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act
The airbags, seat belt tensioners , and CR type batteries in this 
vehicle may contain perchlorate ma terials - special handling may 
apply. See  www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/
As you read this manual, you will  find information that is preceded 
by a   symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid 
damage to your vehicle, othe r property, or the environment.
NOTICE
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							A Few Words About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And 
operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.
To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have 
provided operating procedures and other information on labels and 
in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that 
could hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the 
hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You 
must use your own good judgment. You will find this impo
rtant safety information in a variety of forms, 
including:
● Safety Labels  - on the vehicle.
● Safety Messages  - preceded by a safety alert symbol 
3 and 
one of three signal words:  DANGER, WARNING , or CAUTION .
These signal words mean:
● Safety Headings  - such as Important Safety Precautions.
● Safety Section - such as Safe Driving.
● Instructions  - how to use this vehi cle correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information - please 
read it carefully.
3 DANGERYou WILL be KILLED  or SERIOUSLY HURT if 
you don’t follow instructions.
3 WARNINGYou CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if 
you don’t follow instructions.
3CAUTIONYou CAN be HURT if you don’t follow 
instructions.
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							Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the 
vehicle and should remain with  the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find 
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your 
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manu al (including the front cover) 
represent features and equipment  that are available on some, but 
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these 
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles  sold in the United States and 
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were 
in effect at the time of approval  for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. 
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications 
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any 
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 31
For Safe Driving P. 32 Seat Belts P. 37 Airbags P. 45
2Instrument Panel  P. 77
Indicators P. 78 Gauges and Multi-Information Display (MID) P. 113
2Controls  P. 119
Clock P. 120 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 121
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 149
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 171 Adjusting the Seats P. 174
Climate Control System
* P. 210
2 Features  P. 217
Audio System P. 218
General Information on the Audio System P. 310
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver
* P. 380 Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 383
2 Driving  P. 443
Before Driving P. 444 Towing a Trailer P. 450
Parking Your Vehicle P. 542Multi-view rear camera* P. 551
2Maintenance P. 557
Before Performing Maintenance P. 558 Maintenance MinderTM P. 561
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 583
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
* P. 599
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 607
Tools P. 608 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 609
Overheating P. 624 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 626
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 636
2 Information  P. 639
Specifications P. 640 Identification Numbers P. 642
Emissions Testing P. 645 Warranty Coverages P. 647
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							Contents
Child Safety P. 58Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 74Safety Labels P. 75
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 135 Security System P. 144 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 147
Panoramic Glass Roof* P. 150 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 151
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 188 Heating and Cooling* P. 205
Audio System Basic Operation P. 224, 242 Audio Error Messages P. 306
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System* P. 315 Customized Features P. 344
Bluetooth®  HandsFreeLink ® P. 408 Compass* P. 441
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 461 When Driving P. 463 Braking P. 529
Refueling P. 552 Fuel Economy P. 555Accessories and Modifications P. 556
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 565 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 577
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 587 Battery P. 596 Remote Transmitter Care P. 598
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 601 Cleaning P. 602
Engine Does Not Start P. 617 Shift Lever Does Not Move* P. 620 Jump Starting P. 621
Fuses P. 630 Emergency Towing P. 635
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 638 Refueling P. 637
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 643 Reporting Safety Defects P. 644
Authorized Manuals P. 649 Customer Service Information P. 650
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 77
ControlsP. 119
FeaturesP. 217
DrivingP. 443
MaintenanceP. 557
Handling the UnexpectedP. 607
InformationP. 639
IndexP. 651
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Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
❙Gauges (P113)
❙Multi-Information Display 
(MID) 
(P114)
❙System Indicators (P78)
❙ECON Button (P485)
❙Audio System (P218)
❙Navigation System* 
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙Audio/Information Screen (P225)
❙Hazard Warning Button
❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®) 
System OFF) Button 
(P518)
❙Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM 
(CMBSTM) OFF Button* (P536)
❙Heated Windshield Button* (P167)
❙Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) 
Button* (P506)
❙Parking Sensor System Button* (P544)
❙Climate Control System* (P210)
❙Heating and Cooling System* (P205)
❙Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror 
Button* (P167)
❙Rear Entertainment System* (P315)
❙Front Seat Heaters and Seat 
Ventilation Buttons* (P202)
❙Front Seat Heater Buttons* (P201)
❙Steering Wheel Adjustments (P170)
❙ENGINE START/STOP Button (P151)
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Quick Reference Guide❙Headlights/Turn Signals (P154, 155)
❙Fog Lights* (P158)
❙Lane WatchTM * (P522)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift down)* (P480)
❙Audio Remote Controls (P222)
❙Wipers/Washers (P163)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift up)* (P480)
❙Brightness Control (P166)
❙Cruise Control Buttons (P488)
❙Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Buttons* 
(P493)
❙Distance Button* (P500)
❙Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Button* 
(P511)
❙RESET Button (P114)
❙Horn (Press an area around  .)
❙ (Information) Button (P114)
❙Navigation System Voice Control Buttons* 
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® System Voice Control Buttons (P383)
❙Heated Steering Wheel Button* (P200)
*  Not available on all models
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							Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❙Power Window Switches (P147)
❙Memory Buttons* (P169)
❙SET Button (P169)
❙Power Door Lock Master Switch (P133)
❙Power Tailgate Button* (P142)
❙Fuel Fill Door Release Button 
(P553)
❙Door Mirror Controls (P172)
❙Rearview Mirror (P171)
❙Driver’s Front Airbag (P48)
❙Passenger’s Front Airbag (P48)
❙Shift Button* (P473)
❙Shift Lever* (P471)
❙Intelligent Traction Management 
Button 
(P486)
❙Auto Idle-stop OFF Button* (P481)
❙Hood Release Handle (P566)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P196)
❙USB Port(s)* (P219)
❙Glove Box (P191)
❙USB Port (P219)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P196)
❙Auxiliary Input Jack (P220)
❙Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box* (P632)
❙Parking Brake (P529)
❙Driver’s Side Interior Fuse Box (P633)
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Quick Reference Guide❙Accessory Power Socket (P197)
❙Seat Belts (P40)
❙Grab Handle
❙Front Seat (P174)
❙LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P63)
❙Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P67)
❙Third Row Seat (P185)
❙Second Row Seat (P176)
❙Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P67)
❙Cargo Area Light (P190)
❙Side Curtain Airbags (P54)
❙Second Row Outer Seat Heater Buttons* (P203)
❙AC Power Outlet* (P197)
❙HDMITM Port* (P317)
❙USB Port(s)* (P219)
❙Rear Entertainment System* 
(P315)
❙Sun Visors
❙Vanity Mirrors
❙Moonroof Switch* (P149)
❙Sunshade Switch* (P150)
❙Map Lights (P189)
❙Sunglasses Holder (P199)
❙HomeLink® Button* (P380)
❙Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor (P42)
❙Coat Hook (P198)
❙Side Airbags (P52)
* Not available on all models
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Quick Reference Guide❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P565)
❙Windshield Wipers (P163, 583)
❙Tires (P587, 609)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control (P123)
❙Power Door Mirrors (P172)
❙Headlights (P155, 577)
❙Side Marker Lights (P155, 580)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights* (P154, 580)
❙Fog Lights* (P158, 580)
❙Side Turn Signal Lights* (P154, 580)
❙Daytime Running Lights /Parking Lights* (P162, 580)
❙How to Refuel (P553)
❙High-Mount Brake Light (P582)
❙Opening/Closing the Tailgate (P135)
❙Rear Wiper (P165)
❙Multi-View Rear Camera (P551)
❙Tailgate Release Button (P138)
❙License Plate Lights (P582)
❙Rear Side Marker Lights (P581)
❙Taillights (P581)
❙Brake Lights and Rear Turn Signal Lights (P581)
❙Back-Up Lights (P582)
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Quick Reference Guide
Auto Idle-stop Function*
To improve fuel economy, the engine stops and then restarts as detailed belo w. When Auto Idle-stop is on, the Auto Idle-stop indicator 
(green) comes on. (P481)
At Automatic transmissionEngine status
Deceleration
Stop the vehicle and depress the brake 
pedal.
StopKeep the brake pedal depressed.
Start-up Release the brake pedal.
On
Off
Restarting
* Not available on all models
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