HONDA PILOT 2021 Owner's Manual (in English)

2021 PILOT
Owner’s Manual

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 less. 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. Howeve r, other parties, such as law
enforcement, could co mbine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash
investigation.
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.
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The data belongs to the vehicle owner and may not be accessed by
anyone else except as legally required 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 research purposes, but it remains
confidential. Some diagnostic and maintenance information is
uploaded to Honda upon vehicle start up.
California Perchlorate Conta mination Prevention Act
The airbags, seat belt tensioners , and CR type batteries in this
vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - 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.
Software End User License Agreement
Your vehicle comes equipped with software, which is governed by
the End User License Agreement in Owner’s Manual, and which
contains a binding arbitration clau se. Please refer to the End User
License Agreement for the terms and conditions governing your
use of the installed software, as we ll as the applications, services,
functions, and content provided through the software. Your use of
the installed software wi ll serve as your consent to the terms and
conditions of the End User License Agreement.
NOTICE
You may opt out within 30 days of your initial use of the Software
by sending a signed, written noti ce to HONDA at American Honda
Motor Co., Inc. Honda Automobile Customer Services Mail Stop
100-5E-8A, 1919 Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-2746.
Privacy Notice
This vehicle may share location and usage information. To manage
this setting, visit www.hondalink.com/vehicle-data-choices .
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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 al erts 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 vehicle 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 manual (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. 33
For Safe Driving P. 34 Seat Belts P. 39 Airbags P. 47
2Instrument Panel P. 81
Indicators P. 82 Gauges and Displays P. 110
2Controls P. 135
Clock P. 136 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 139
Moonroof* P. 169 Panoramic Roof* P. 170
Adjusting the Seats P. 194 Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 209
2 Features P. 239
Audio System P. 240
General Information on the Audio System P. 350
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver
* P. 449 Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 452, 477
2 Driving P. 505
Before Driving P. 506 Towing a Trailer P. 512
Parking Your Vehicle P. 610Multi-View Rear Camera P. 621
2Maintenance P. 627
Before Performing Maintenance P. 628 Maintenance MinderTM P. 631
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 654
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
* P. 670
Accessories and Modifications P. 679
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 681
Tools P. 682 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 683
Overheating P. 697 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 699
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 709
2 Information P. 713
Specifications P. 714 Identification Numbers P. 716
Emissions Testing P. 719 Warranty Coverages P. 721
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Contents
Child Safety P. 62Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 78Safety Labels P. 79
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 153 Security System P. 163 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 166
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 171 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 192
Climate Control System P. 231
Audio System Basic Operation P. 247, 265 Audio Error Messages P. 345
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System* P. 375 Customized Features P. 423, 430
CabinTalkTM * P. 503
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 522 When Driving P. 524 Honda Sensing ® P. 561 Braking P. 606
Refueling P. 623 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 626
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 637 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 649
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 658 Batt ery P. 667 Remote Transmitter Care P. 669
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 672 Cleaning P. 674
Engine Does Not Start P. 691 Jump Starting P. 694
Fuses P. 703 Emergency Towing P. 708
Refueling P. 710 When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 711
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 717 Reporting Safety Defects P. 718
Authorized Manuals P. 724 Customer Service Information P. 725
Quick Reference GuideP. 6
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 81
ControlsP. 135
FeaturesP. 239
DrivingP. 505
MaintenanceP. 627
Handling the UnexpectedP. 681
InformationP. 713
IndexP. 727
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Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
❚Gauges (P110)
❚Driver Information
Interface
(P111)
❚System Indicators (P82)
❚ECON Button (P545)
❚Audio System (P247, 265)
❚Navigation System*
() See the Navigation System Manual
❚ (Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®)
System OFF) Button
(P549)
❚Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) OFF Button (P567)
❚Heated Windshield Button* (P187)
❚Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
Button
(P600)
❚Parking Sensor System Button* (P613)
❚Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System*
(P375)
❚Steering Wheel Adjustments (P191)
❚ENGINE START/STOP Button (P171)
❚Front Seat Heater Buttons* (P225)
❚Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation Buttons* (P226)
❚Climate Control System (P231)
❚Audio/Information Screen (P248, 266)
❚Hazard Warning Button
❚Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror*
Button
(P186)
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Quick Reference Guide❚Headlights/Turn Signals (P174, 175)
❚Fog Lights* (P178)
❚LaneWatchTM * (P554)
❚Paddle Shifter (Shift down) (P539)
❚Wipers/Washers (P183)
❚Paddle Shifter (Shift up) (P539)
❚Brightness Control (P188)
❚Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Button
(P591)
❚Horn (Press an area around .)
❚Navigation System Voice Control Buttons* () See the Navigation System Manual
❚Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® System Voice Control Buttons (P452, 477)
❚Heated Steering Wheel Button* (P228)
❚ENTER Button (P113, 244)
❚Interval Button (P584)
❚Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Buttons
(P576)
❚ (home) Button (P113, 244)
❚Audio Remote Control Buttons (P244)
❚MAIN Button (P577)
❚/ Button (P113, 244)34
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❚Power Window Switches (P166)
❚Memory Buttons* (P190)
❚SET Button* (P190)
❚Master Door Lock Switch (P151)
❚Power Tailgate Button* (P157)
❚Fuel Fill Door Release Button
(P624)
❚Door Mirror Controls (P193)
❚Driver’s Front Airbag (P50)
❚Shift Button (P532)
❚Hood Release Handle (P638)
❚Glove Box (P213)
❚Interior Fuse Box (P706)
❚Parking Brake (P606)
❚Interior Fuse Box (P705)
❚Accessory Power Socket (P217)
❚USB Port (P241)
❚Rearview Mirror (P192)
❚HomeLink® Buttons* (P450)
❚Passenger’s Front Airbag (P50)
❚Mode Button* (P546)
❚Accessory Power Socket (P217)
❚Auxiliary Input Jack (P242)
❚USB Port (P241)
❚Auto Idle Stop OFF Button (P541)
❚Snow Button* (P546)
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