ECU HONDA PILOT 2013 2.G Owner's Manual

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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 98Locking and Unlocking the DoorsKey Types and Functions .................... 99 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 101Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 103Childproof Door Locks ..................... 104Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 105Opening and Closing the Tailgate... 110Security System................................ 118Immobilizer System .......................... 118Security System Alarm*.................... 118Opening and Closing the Windows..... 120
Opening and Closing the Moonroof*...... 123Operating the Switches Around the Steering WheelIgnition Switch ................................. 124 Turn Signals ..................................... 125 Light Switches.................................. 125Fog Lights*...................................... 127Daytime Running Lights ................... 127Wipers and Washers ........................ 128Brightness Control ........................... 130 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button ........................................... 131Driving Position Memory System*.... 132Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 134
Adjusting the Mirrors....................... 135Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 135 Power Door Mirrors ......................... 136Adjusting the Seats.......................... 137Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 137Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items................................................ 150Interior Lights .................................. 150Interior Convenience Items .............. 152Climate Control System................... 165Using Automatic Climate Control .... 165Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 170
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
■Locking the doors
Press the lock button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights flash, all the doors
and tailgate lock, and the security system
sets.
Twice (within five seconds after the first
push):
uA beeper sounds and verifies the security
system is set.
■Unlocking the doors
Press the unlock button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights flash twice, and the
driver's door unlocks.
Twice:
uThe remaining doors and tailgate unlock.
■Using the Remote Transmitter1Using the Remote Transmitter
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter, the doors will automatically relock.
You can change the relock timer setting.
2Customized Features P. 90
If the interior light switch is in the door activated position, the interior lights come on when you press the unlock button. No doors opened: The lights fade out after 30 seconds.Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off immediately.2Interior Lights P. 150
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so the operating range may vary depending on the surroundings.
The remote will not lock the vehicle when a door or the tailgate is open.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is probably low.If the LED does not come on when you press a button, the battery is dead.2Replacing the Button Battery P. 424
You can customize the door unlock mode setting.
2Customized Features P. 90
Models with multi-information display
Models with multi-information display
LED
Unlock Button
Lock Button

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Controls
Security System
Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when inserting the key into the ignition switch:
•Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch.
•Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
•Do not bring a key from another vehicle's immobilizer system near the ignition
switch.
Security System Alarm*
The security system alarm activates when the doors, tailgate, glass hatch, or hood is
opened without the key, or remote transmitter.
■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently, and all the exterior lights flash.
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key or remote transmitter. The system, along with the
horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the ignition key in the vehicle can result in
theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
1Security System Alarm*
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two minutes until the security system alarm deactivates.
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uuSecurity SystemuSecurity System Alarm*
Controls
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
•The ignition switch is in LOCK (0, and the key has been removed from the
ignition switch.
•The hood and tailgate are closed.
•All doors, the tailgate, and the glass hatch are locked with the key or the remote
transmitter.
■When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the
blinking interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system alarm is set.
■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key or
remote transmitter. The security system alarm indicator goes off at the same time.
■The PANIC button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the PANIC button for
approximately one second, the following will occur for about 30 seconds:
•The horn sounds.
•Some exterior lights flash.
■Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or turn the ignition switch to ON (w.
■Panic Mode
1Security System Alarm*
Do not set the security system alarm when someone is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:
•Unlocking the door with the lock tab or the master door lock switch.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by unlocking a door using the key or remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another device to it.
PANIC Button
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluAdjusting the Steering Wheel
Controls
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
The steering wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you
can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture.
1.Push the steering wheel adjustment lever
down.
uThe steering wheel adjustment lever is
under the steering column.
2.Move the steering wheel up or down, and
in or out.
uMake sure you can see the instrument
panel gauges and indicators.
3.Pull the steering wheel adjustment lever up
to lock the steering wheel in position.
uAfter adjusting the position, make sure
you have securely locked the steering
wheel in place by trying to move it up,
down, in, and out.
1Adjusting the Steering Wheel
Make any steering wheel adjustments before you
start driving.
3WARNING
Adjusting the steering wheel position while
driving may cause you to lose control of the
vehicle and be seriously injured in a crash.
Adjust the steering wheel only when the
vehicle is stopped.
Lever

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuAdjusting the Seat Positions
Controls
The driver’s and front passenger’s seats have active head restraints. In a rear impact,
an occupant properly secured by a seat belt will be pushed against the seat-back and
the head restraint will move forward. This reduces the distance between the
restraint and the occupant’s head, which helps reduce the likelihood of whiplash
and injuries to the neck and upper spine.
■Active Head Restraints1Active Head Restraints
In order for the active head restraints to operate properly:
•Do not hang any items on the head restraints, or
from the restraint legs.•Do not place any objects between an occupant and
the seat-back.
•Install each restraint in its proper location.
After a collision, the activated restraint should return
to its normal position. If the restraint does not return to its normal position, or in the event of a severe
collision, have the vehicle inspected by a dealer.

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuRear Seats
Controls
Rear Seats
The second row seats can fold down separately to allow for additional storage
space.
■To fold down the seat
1.Store the center seat belt first. Insert the latch plate into the slot on the side of the
anchor buckle.
2.Retract the seat belt into the holder on the ceiling.
2Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor P. 34
3.Lower the center head restraint to its lowest position. Put the armrest back into
the seat-back.
4.Pull the release lever.
■To return the seat to the original
position
Pull the seat-back up in the upright position.
■Folding Down the Second Row Seats1Folding Down the Second Row Seats
Make sure all items in the cargo area or items extending to the rear seats are properly
secured. Loose items can fly forward if you have
to brake hard.
Remove any items from the rear seat cushion and
floor before you fold down the rear seat.
The front seat(s) must be far enough forward so they
do not interfere with the second seats as they fold down.
1To return the seat to the original position
Make sure the seat-back, head restraints and seat cushion are securely latched back into place before
driving.

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuRear Seats
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The third row seats can fold down separately to allow for additional storage space.
■To fold down the seat
1.Store the center seat belt first. Insert the latch plate into the slot on the side of the
anchor buckle.
2.Retract the seat belt into the holder on the ceiling and side panel.
2Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor P. 34
3.Lower the center head restraint to its lowest position. Put the armrest back into
the seat-back.
4.Pull the release lever.
■To return the seat to the original
position
Pull the seat-back up in the upright position.
■Folding Down the Third Row Seats1Folding Down the Third Row Seats
Make sure all items in the cargo area or items extending to the rear seats are properly
secured. Loose items can fly forward if you have
to brake hard.
Remove any items from the rear seat cushion and
floor before you fold down the rear seat.
When you fold down one side of the rear seats and
use the non-recessed part of the cargo area, make sure to secure the cargo. Loose items can fly forward
and cause injury if you have to brake hard.
The second seat(s) must be far enough forward so
they do not interfere with the third seats as they fold
down.
1To return the seat to the original position
Make sure the seat-back, head restraints and seat
cushion are securely latched back into place before driving.

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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
Controls
There are coat hooks near the third row seats.
Use the cargo net to store small and light
items.
■Coat Hooks1Coat Hooks
The coat hooks are not designed for large or heavy items.
■Cargo Net*1Cargo Net*
NOTICE
To prevent damage, do not place more than 22 lbs
(10 kg) on this cargo net. Make sure to use the cargo net securely hooked.
3WARNING
Do not use this cargo net if the third row
seats are folded down.
Objects placed on the cargo net could be
thrown forward during a crash or sudden
stop and hurt someone.
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Use the floor cargo hooks to secure luggage in
the cargo area.
There is a hook on the side of the cargo area.
■Cargo Hooks1Cargo Hooks
NOTICE
Do not hang a large object or an object. Hanging heavy or large objects may damage the hooks.
Hooks
■Grocery Hook
Hook