engine oil HONDA PILOT 2012 2.G Owner's Manual

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Maintenance Minder
573
Maintenance Main Items
Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil and oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections Maintenance Sub Items
Rotate tires
Replace air cleaner element
Replace dust and pollen filter
Inspect drive belt
Replace transmission and transfer fluid
Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
Replace VTM-4 rear differential fluid
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B 1 2 3 4 5 6
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See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page .
If the message, ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12 months after the
display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.
Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake
fluid every 3 years.
:
NOTE : 1:
2 : 4WD models only
569 If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000
miles (24,000 km).
If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high
concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from
diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km).
If you drive regularly in very high temperatures
(over 110

Fluid Locations
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ENGINE OIL FILL CAPBRAKE FLUID
(Black cap)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
POWER STEERING FLUID
(Red cap)
ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange loop) RADIATOR CAP AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
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Reinstall the engine oil f ill cap, and
tighten it securely. Wait a few
minutes, and recheck the oil level on
the engine oil dipstick. Do not f ill
above the upper mark; you could
damage the engine.
Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Pour in the oil slowly and caref ully so
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spills immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment. Oil is a major contributor to your
engine

Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil f ill cap. Remove the oil
drain bolt and washer f rom the
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
into an appropriate container.
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certif ication Seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals shown on the odometer/
trip meter display or on the multi-
inf ormation display.
Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect the engine or transmission
perf ormance and durability.
Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lif t f or this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the maintenance
messages shown on the inf ormation
display or multi-inf ormation display
(depending on the model). The oil
and f ilter collect contaminants that
can damage your engine if they are
not removed regularly. 1.
2.
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Synthetic Oil Changing the Engine Oil and
Filter
Engine Oil A dditives
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
Maint enance
577
WASHER DRAIN BOLT
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Remove the oil f ilter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required.Reinstall the engine oil f ill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn of f the
engine, and check your work.
Let the engine run f or several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
Turn of f the engine and let it sit
f or several minutes, then check
the oil level on the dipstick. If
necessary, add more oil.
Make sure the oil f ilter gasket is
not stuck to the contacting surface
of the engine. If it is, remove it
bef ore installing a new oil f ilter. Install a new oil f ilter according to
the instructions that come with it.
Make sure to clean of f any dirt
and dust on the contacting surf ace
of a new oil f ilter.
Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to:
Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
9.
8.
7.
6.
4. 5.
3.
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
578
OIL FILTER
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
4.5 US qt (4.3
) Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container, and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.
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Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning indicators.
Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure indicator. If it does not go
outwithin10seconds,turnoff the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(see on page).
The indicator notif ies you of low oil
pressure and does not measure the
oil level. Check your vehicle

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Specif ications
642 Seating Capacities
Air Conditioning
Dimensions
Weights
Capacities
191.4 in (4,861 mm)
78.5 in (1,995 mm)
70.9 in (1,802 mm)
Total
Front
Second
Third 3
3
2
8
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type ND-OIL8
21.2 22.9 oz (600 650 g)HFC-134a (R-134a)
The GCWR must be reduced 2 percent for every 1,000 feet (305
meters) of elevation.
8,466 lbs (3,840 kg)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
67.5 in (1,715 mm)
67.7 in (1,720 mm)
109.3 in (2,775 mm)
72.7 in (1,846 mm)
9,579 lbs (4,345 kg)
Gross vehicle weight rating
Gross combined weight
rating (GCWR) See the tire information label
attached to the driver’s doorjamb.
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity: 0.196 US gal (0.74
)
1.98 US gal (7.5
)
2.48 US gal (9.4)
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
5.3 US qt (5.0
)
6.9 US qt (6.5
)
4.2 US qt (4.0)
0.48 US qt (0.45
)
0.45 US qt (0.43)
3.01 US qt (2.85
)
Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil Automatic
transmission
fluid Rear
differential
fluid (4WD)
Transfer
assembly
fluid (4WD)
Windshield
washer
reservoir
2.79 US qt (2.64)
8.6 US qt (8.1)
3.6 US qt (3.4)
8.6 US qt (8.1)
3.6 US qt (3.4
)
3.3 US qt (3.1)
8.0 US qt (7.6
)
21.00 US gal (79.5
)
Front Rear
U.S. vehicles
Canadian
vehicles
1 : 2 : Except U.S. LX models
U.S. LX models
2WD models
1:
2: 3: 4WDmodels
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Change
Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
Change Total
Change Total
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Change Total
2WD
4WD Approx.
Without automatic transmission fluid cooler
With automatic transmission fluid cooler
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BatteryCharging System
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Indicator . 68, 626
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Jump Starting . 621
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Maintenance . 607
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Specif ications . 643
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Bef ore Driving . 493 ....................................
Belts,Seat .9,22
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Beverage Holders . 181
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HandsFreeLink. 441, 462
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Booster Seats . 57
Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 531
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Break-in, New Linings . 494
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Bulb Replacement . 589, 591
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Fluid . 584
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Parking . 171
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System Indicator . 69, 627
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Wear Indicators . 531
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Braking System . 530
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 494
Brightness Control,
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Instruments . 130
...
Accessories and Modif ications . 504
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
.....................................
Position) . 136
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Accessory Power Sockets . 186
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AC Power Outlet . 187
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Active Head Restraints . 159
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Additives, Engine Oil . 577
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Advanced Airbags . 30
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Airbag (SRS) . 11, 26
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Airbag System Components . 26
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Air Conditioning System . 192, 199
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Rear A/C Control . 197, 205
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Air Outlets (Vents) . 207
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Air Pressure, Tires . 600
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Antif reeze . 579
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
....................
Indicator Light . 70, 532
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Operation . 531
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 394
Anti-thef t Steering Column
............................................
Lock . 136
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Audio System . 209
Auto Control Mode, Starting
........................................
Engine . 513 ............................
Auto Door Lock . 114
...
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 138
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Auto Door Unlock . 115
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Automatic Climate Control . 199
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Automatic Lighting . 126
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 24
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Automatic Speed Control . 430
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Automatic Transmission . 515
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Capacity, Fluid . 642
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Checking Fluid Level . 582
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Shif ting . 515
Shif t Lever Position
...............................
Indicators . 515
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Shif t Lever Positions . 516
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Shif t Lock Release . 518
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Auxiliary Input Jack . 391
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Economy, Fuel . 501
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
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System . 533
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Emergencies . 611
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Battery, Jump Starting . 621
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Brake System Indicator . 627
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Changing a Flat Tire . 613
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Charging System Indicator . 626
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Checking the Fuses . 630
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Driving with a Flat Tire . 612
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 129
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Jump Starting . 621
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 625
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 626
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Overheated Engine . 623
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Towing . 636 .........................
Emergency Brake . 171
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Emergency Flashers . 129
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Emergency Towing . 636
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Emissions Controls . 651
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Emissions Testing . 654Engine
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Check Starter System . 514
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Coolant Temperature Gauge . 80
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If it Won

Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat........................................
Belts by . 20
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 502
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Gasoline . 495
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Gauge . 80
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Low Fuel Indicator . 78
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Octane Requirement . 495
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Tank, Ref ueling . 497
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Gas Station Procedures . 497 Gauges
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Engine Coolant Temperature . 80
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Fuel . 80
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Speedometer . 80
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Tachometer . 80
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
.......................................
Rating) . 537
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight
.......................................
Rating) . 538
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Gearshif t Lever Positions . 515
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Glass Hatch . 148
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Glove Box . 183
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
.......................................
Rating) . 537
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Fan, Interior . 193, 203
Features, Comfort and
..............................
Convenience . 191
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 497
Filters
.........................
Dust and Pollen . 593
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Oil . 577
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 129
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 613
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Floor Mats . 594
Fluids
..........
Automatic Transmission . 582
..........................................
Brake . 584
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Power Steering . 585
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Windshield Washer . 581
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception . 389
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Fog Lights . 127
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Folding the Second Seat . 160
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Folding the Third Seat . 161
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Four-way Flashers . 129 ............................
Front Airbags . 11, 28
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Front Seat . 154
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Adjusting . 154
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Airbags . 11, 28
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Heaters . 165
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Fuel . 495
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Fill Door and Cap . 497
...........................................
Gauge . 80
................
Octane Requirement . 495
...............................
Oxygenated . 495
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Reserve Indicator . 78
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Tank, Filling the . 497
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Tighten Fuel Cap . 498
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Fuel Economy . 501
.....................
Fuses, Checking the . 630
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 586
...................
HandsFreeLink
. 441, 462
.....................
HFL Buttons . 442, 463
............
Hazard Warning Flashers . 129
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