Honda Pilot Owners Manual

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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uDOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
Maintenance
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
The tires on your vehicle meet all U.S. Federal Safety 
Requirements. All tires are also  graded for treadwear, traction, 
and temperature performance a ccording to Department of 
Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these 
gradings.
Quality grades can be found where  applicable on the tire sidewall 
between tread shoulder an d maximum section width.
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear 
rate of the tire when tested un der controlled conditions on a 
specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 
would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the 
government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance 
of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, 
and may depart significantly from  the norm due to variations in 
driving habits, service practices and differences in road 
characteristics and climate.
■Uniform Tire Quality Grading
■Treadwear
1 Uniform Tire Quality Grading
For example:
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
All passenger car tires must conform 
to Federal Safety Requirements in 
addition to these grades.
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uDOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
Maintenance
The traction grades, from  highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. 
Those grades represent the tire’s  ability to stop on wet pavement 
as measured under controlled conditions on specified 
government test surfaces of asph alt and concrete. A tire marked 
C may have poor traction performance.
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, 
representing the tire’s resistance  to the generation of heat and its 
ability to dissipate heat when te sted under controlled conditions 
on a specified indoor laboratory  test wheel. Sustained high 
temperature can cause the material  of the tire to degenerate and 
reduce tire life, and ex cessive temperature can  lead to sudden tire 
failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which 
all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle 
Safety Standard No. 109. Grades  B and A represent higher levels 
of performance on the laboratory  test wheel than the minimum 
required by law.
■Traction
■Temperature
1 Traction
Warning: The traction grade 
assigned to this tire is based on 
straight-ahead braking traction tests, 
and does not include acceleration, 
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak 
traction characteristics.
1Temperature
Warning: The temperature grade for 
this tire is establishe d for a tire that is 
properly inflated and not 
overloaded. Excessive speed, 
underinflation, or excessive loading, 
either separately or in combination, 
can cause heat buildup and possible 
tire failure.
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWear Indicators
Maintenance
Wear Indicators
The groove where the wear indicator is 
located is 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) shallower than 
elsewhere on the tire. If the tread has worn so 
that the indicator is ex posed, replace the tire. 
Worn out tires have poor traction on wet 
roads.
Tire Service Life
The life of your tires is dependent on many factors, including driving habits, road 
conditions, vehicle loading, inflation pre ssure, maintenance history, speed, and 
environmental conditions (even when the tires are not in use).
In addition to regular in spections and inflation pres sure maintenance, it is 
recommended that you have annual inspecti ons performed once the tires reach five 
years old. All tires, including the spare,  should be removed from service after 10 
years from the date of manufacture, regard less of their condition or state of wear.
Example of a Wear 
Indicator mark
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uTire and Wheel Replacement
Maintenance
Tire and Wheel Replacement
Replace your tires with radials of the sa me size, load range, speed rating, and 
maximum cold tire pressure rating (as shown  on the tire’s sidewall). Using tires of a 
different size or construction can cause the ABS, VSA ® (vehicle stability assist), hill 
start assist, and the all-wheel drive  system (AWD) to work incorrectly.
It is best to replace all four tires at the same time. If that isn’t possible, replace the 
front or rear tires in pairs.
If you replace a wheel, only use TPMS spec ified wheels approved for your vehicle.
Make sure that the wheel’s specificati ons match those of the original wheels.1Tire and Wheel Replacement
3WARNING
Installing improper tires on your vehicle can 
affect handling and stability. This can cause 
a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or 
killed.
Always use the size and type of tires 
recommended in this owner’s manual.
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uTire Rotation
Maintenance
Tire Rotation
Rotating tires according to  the maintenance messages on  the MID helps to distribute 
wear more evenly and increase tire life.
■Tires without rotation marks Rotate the tires as shown here.
■Tires with rotation marksRotate the tires as shown here.
1Tire Rotation
Tires with directional trea d patterns should only be 
rotated front to back (not fr om one side to the other).
Directional tires should be  mounted with the rotation 
indication mark  facing forward, as shown below.
Front
Rotation MarkFront
Front
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uWinter Tires
Maintenance
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount  all season marked “M+S” tires, snow 
tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and main tain sufficient distance between vehicles 
when driving.
Be particularly careful wh en operating the steering wheel or brakes to prevent 
skidding.
Use tire chains, snow  tires, or all season tires when necessary or according to the law.
When mounting, refer to  the following points.
For winter tires:
• Select the size and load ranges that are the same as the original tires.
• Mount the tires to all four wheels.
For tire chains:
• Install them on the front tires only.
• Because your vehicle has limited tire clea rance, we strongly recommend using the 
chains listed below:
• Follow the chain manufactur er’s instruction when installing. Mount them as 
tightly as you can.
• Check that the chains do not touch the brake lines or suspension.
• Drive slowly.
Cable-type: SCC Cable Chain ZT735
1Winter Tires
NOTICE
Traction devices that are th e wrong size or improperly 
installed can damage your vehicle’s brake lines, 
suspension, body, and wheels.  Stop driving if they are 
hitting any part  of the vehicle.
When tire chains are mounted, follow the chain 
manufacturer’s instructi ons regarding vehicle 
operational limits.
If your vehicle is equipped with summer tires, be 
aware that these tires are not designed for winter 
driving conditions. For more information, contact a 
dealer.
3WARNING
Using the wrong chains, or not properly 
installing chains, can damage the brake 
lines and cause a crash in which you can be 
seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s 
manual regarding the selection and use of 
tire chains.
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Maintenance
Battery
Checking the Battery
The battery condition is being monitored by the sensor on the negative terminal.
If there is a problem with the sensor, the warning message on MID will let you know. 
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
If your vehicle’s battery is disconnected or goes dead:
• The audio system is disabled.
2 Audio System Theft Protection P. 221
•The clock resets.
2 Clock  P. 120
Charging the Battery
Disconnect both battery cables to prevent da maging your vehicle’s electrical system. 
Always disconnect the negative (–) cable first, and reconnect it last.
1 Battery
WARNING: Battery post, terminals, 
and related accessories contain lead 
and lead compounds.
Wash your hands after handling.
When you find corrosion, cl ean the battery terminals 
by applying a baking powder and water solution. 
Clean the terminals with a damp towel. Cloth/towel 
dry the battery. Coat the terminals with grease to 
help prevent future corrosion.
When replacing the battery,  the replacement must be 
of the same specifications.
Please consult a dealer for more information.
3WARNING
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen 
gas during normal operation.
A spark or flame can cause the battery to 
explode with enough force to kill or 
seriously hurt you.
When conducting any battery 
maintenance, wear prot ective clothing and 
a face shield, or have a skilled technician do 
it.
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uuBattery uCharging the AGM Battery*
Maintenance
Charging the AGM Battery*
AGM labeled batteries like those installed in your vehicle require a compatible 
charger to be properly charged. Damage to  the battery can result if the battery is 
charged improperly or with the wrong equi pment. For more information on how to 
charge your vehicle’s AGM battery, consult a dealer.1 Battery
The battery installed in this vehicle is specifically 
designed for a model wi th Auto Idle-stop. 
Using a battery other than  this specified type may 
shorten the battery life, a nd prevent Auto Idle-stop 
from activating. If  you need to replace the battery, 
make sure to select the specified type. Ask a dealer 
for more details.
Models with Auto Idle-stop
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery
If the indicator does not come on when  the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Remove the built-in key.
2. Remove the upper half of the cover by 
carefully prying on the edge with a coin.
u Remove carefully to avoid losing the 
buttons.
u Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent 
scratching the transmitter.
3. Make sure to replace  the battery with the 
correct polarity.1 Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of  battery can damage the 
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for 
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or 
at a dealer.
Battery type: CR2032
Battery
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Maintenance
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care*
Replacing the Battery
If it takes several pushes on the remo te control buttons to operate the rear 
entertainment system, replace the battery.
1.Remove the cover.
2. Make sure to replace the battery with the 
correct polarity.
■Remote Control
Models with Rear Entertainment System
1Replacing the Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of  battery can damage the 
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for 
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or 
at a dealer.
Battery type: BR3032
* Not available on all models
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