key battery HONDA PILOT 2008 1.G Owners Manual

Youshouldhavereceivedakey
number tag with your keys. You will
need this key number if you ever
have to get a lost key replaced. Use
only Honda-approved key blanks.
The master key fits all the locks on
your vehicle. The valet key works
only in the ignition and the driver’s
door lock. You can keep the glove
boxlockedwhenyouleaveyour
vehicle and the valet key at a parking
f acility. These keys contain electronic
circuits that are activated by the
immobilizer system. They will not
work to start the engine if the
circuits are damaged.
Protect the keys f rom direct
sunlight, high temperature, and
high humidity.
Donotdropthekeysorsetheavy
objects on them.
Keep the keys away f rom liquids.
If they get wet, dry them
immediately with a sof t cloth.
The valet key does not contain a
battery. Do not try to take it apart.
Keys and Locks
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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VALET KEY
(GRAY)
KEY NUMBER
TAG MASTER KEYS WITH
REMOTE TRANSMITTER
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Inside the transmitter, separate
the inner cover f rom the keypad
by releasing the two tabs on the
cover.
Remove the old battery from the
back of the inner cover, and insert
a new battery into the back of the
cover with the side f acing down. An improperly disposed of battery
can hurt the environment.
Always conf irm local regulations f or
battery disposal.
Install the parts in reverse order.
3.
4. 5.
As required by the FCC:
This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thef ollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not cause harmf ul interf erence, and(2) this device must accept anyinterf erence received, includinginterf erence that may cause undesiredoperation.
Changes or modif ications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible f orcompliance could void the user’sauthority to operate the equipment.
This device complies with IndustryCanada Standard RSS-210.Operation is subject to the f ollowing twoconditions: (1) this device may not causeinterf erence, and (2) this device mustaccept any interf erence that may causeundesired operation of the device.
Remote Transmitter
Inst rument s and Cont rols
85
BATTERY
TAB
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If the engine does not start within
15 seconds, or starts but stalls
right away, repeat step 4 with the
accelerator pedal pressed halfway
down. If the engine starts, release
pressure on the accelerator pedal
so the engine does not race.
If the engine fails to start, press
the accelerator pedal all the way
down, and hold it there while
starting to clear flooding. If the
engine still does not start, return
to step 5.
Without touching the accelerator
pedal, turn the ignition key to the
START (III) position. Do not hold
the key in the START (III)
position f or more than 15 seconds
at a time. If the engine does not
start right away, pause for at least
10 seconds bef ore trying again.
Make sure the shif t lever is in
Park. Press on the brake pedal.
In cold weather, turn of f all
electrical accessories to reduce
the drain on the battery.
Apply the parking brake.
When you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicators in the
instrument panel (see page ).
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have f astened
their seat belts (see page ).
Make sure the doors and the
tailgate are securely closed and
locked.
Check the steering wheel
adjustment (see page ).
Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ). 5.
6.
1.
2.
3.
4.
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6.
7.
8.
9.
10. 92
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Driving Guidelines, Starting the Engine
Starting the Engine
Driving
205
The engine is harder to start in cold
weather. Also, the thinner air f ound at
altitudes above 8,000 f eet (2,400
meters) adds to this problem.
T he immobilizer system protects your
vehicle f rom thef t. If an improperly-
coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s f uel system is disabled. For
more inf ormation, see page . 80
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There may be an electrical
problem, such as no power to the
f uel pump. Check all the f uses
(see page ).
Although this seems like a simple
procedure, you should take several
precautions.
Open the hood, and check the
physical condition of the battery.
In very cold weather, check the
condition of the electrolyte. If it
seems slushy or f rozen, do not try
jump starting until it thaws.
Connect one jumper cable to the
positive ( ) terminal on your
battery. Connect the other end to
the positive ( ) terminal on the
booster battery.
Do you have f uel? Check the f uel
gauge; the low f uel indicator may
not be working.
You cannot start your vehicle by
pushing or pulling it.
Are you using a properly coded
key? An improperly coded key will
cause the immobilizer system
indicator in the instrument panel
to blink rapidly (see page ).
If youfindnothingwrong,youwill
need a qualif ied mechanic to f ind the
problem. See
on page .
Turn of f all electrical accessories:
heater, A/C, climate control, audio
system, lights, etc. Put the
transmission in Park, and set the
parking brake.
To jump start your vehicle:1.
2.
3.
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285
285
If the Engine Won’t Start, Jump Starting
Jump Starting
Emergency T owing
278
A battery can explode if you do
not follow the correct procedure,
seriously injuring anyone
nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames,
and smoking materials away
from the battery.
If a battery sits in extreme cold, the
electrolyte inside can f reeze.
Attempting to jump start with a f rozen
battery can cause it to rupture.
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Accessories and Modif ications .196
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
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Position) .81
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Accessory Power Sockets .101
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AC Power Outlet .102
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Additives, Engine Oil .245
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AdvancedAirbagSystem .30
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Airbag (SRS) .11,25
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Airbag System Components .25
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Air Conditioning System .106
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Rear A/C Control .113
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Air Pressure, Tires .264
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Antif reeze .248
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Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) .216
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Indicator .63,217
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Operation .216
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Anti-thef t, Audio System .141
.
Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock .81
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Audio System .115
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Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .23
...
Automatic Lighting Off Feature .76
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Automatic Speed Control .177
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Automatic Transmission .206
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Capacity, Fluid .294 ...............
Checking Fluid Level .250
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Shif ting .206
.
Shif t Lever Position Indicator .206
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Shif t Lever Positions .207
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Shif t Lock Release .209
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .62,282
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Jump Starting .278
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Maintenance .269
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Specif ications .294
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Bef ore Driving .187
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Belts, Seat .10,21
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Beverage Holders .99
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Booster Seats .54
Brakes
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Anti-lock System (ABS) .216
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Break-in, New Linings .188
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Bulb Replacement .258
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Fluid .252
.........................................
Parking .97
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System Indicator .63,284
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Wear Indicators .215 .............................
Braking System .215
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Break-in, New Vehicle .188
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Brightness Control, Instruments .76
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Brights, Headlights .75
Bulb Replacement
..........................
Back-up Lights .258
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Brake Lights .258,259
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Front Parking Lights .255
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Front Side Marker Lights .255
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Headlights .254
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High-mount Brake Lights .259
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Rear Bulbs .258
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Specif ications .295
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Turn Signal Light .255,258
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Bulbs, Halogen .254
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Capacities Chart .294
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard .57
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Carrying Cargo .198
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CAUTION, Explanation of .iii
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CD Changer .131,134
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CD Player .130
Index
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INDEX
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Signaling Turns .75
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Snow Tires .268
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Sound System .115
Spare Tire
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Inf lating .272
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Specif ications .295
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Specif ications Charts .294
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Speed Control .177
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SRS, Additional Inf ormation .25
...
Additional Safety Precautions .37
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Airbag Service .36
How the Side Airbag Of f
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Indicator Work .34
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How the SRS Indicator Works .33
How Your Front Airbags
.........................................
Work .28
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How Your Side Airbags Work .31
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SRS Components .25
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SRS Indicator .33,63
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START (Ignition Key Position) .81
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Starting the Engine .205
In Cold Weather at High ..................................
Altitude .205
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With a Dead Battery .278
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Steam Coming f rom Engine .280 Steering Wheel
..................................
Adjustment .78
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Anti-theft Column Lock .81
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Buttons .140,177
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Stereo Sound System .115
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Storing Your Vehicle .270
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Sunglasses Holder .100
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Sun Visor .101
Supplemental Restraint System
......................................
Servicing .36
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SRS Indicator .33,63
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System Components .25
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Synthetic Oil .246
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Taillights, Changing Bulbs in .258
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Taking Care of the Unexpected .271
Technical Descriptions
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .296
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Emissions Control Systems .302
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Emissions Testing .305
Three Way Catalytic
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Converter .304
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Temperature Gauge .71
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Temperature, Inside Sensor .114 ....................
Temperature, Outside .71
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Tensioners, Seat Belts .23
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Testing of Readiness Codes .305
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Tether Anchorage Points .51
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Thef t Protection .141
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Three Way Catalytic Converter .304
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Time, Setting the .142
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Tilt the Steering Wheel .78
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Timing Belt .252
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Tire Chains .268
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Tire, How to Change a Flat .273
Tire Pressure Monitoring
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System (TPMS) .211,300
Index
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