parking brake HONDA PILOT 2009 2.G Owners Manual

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CONT INUED: If equipped
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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GAUGES INSTRUMENT PANEL
INDICATORS
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES MIRROR CONTROL
AUTO BUTTON
PARKING BRAKE
PEDAL PASSENGER’S
FRONT AIRBAG
DRIVER’S FRONT
AIRBAG
(P.9,
27)
(P.9,27 )
POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE HEADPHONE
CONNECTORSAUDIO SYSTEM
DRIVING POSITION
MEMORY SYSTEM
PARKING BRAKE
RELEASE HANDLE MOONROOF SWITCH
HomeLink
BUTTONS
ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
Vehicle with navigation system is shown. (P.171)
(P.167)
(P.136)
(P.163)
FUEL FILL DOOR
RELEASE HANDLE
(P.399)
(P.143) (P.401)(P.167)
(P.346)(P.417)
(P.190)
(P.197)
(P.206) (P.168)
(P.356)
(P.166)
(P. 80)
REAR CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM
(P.202) REAR HEATING/
COOLING CONTROLS
(P.195) HEATING/COOLING
CONTROLS
CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM
(P.
65)
GLASS HATCH
RELEASE BUTTON/
POWER TAILGATE
SWITCH AUXILIARY INPUT
JACKS(P.345) (P.
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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Ref er to the navigation system manual.
If equipped
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4 : 4WD models only
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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HORN HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
Vehicle with navigation system is shown. (P.169)
(P.163)
(P.143) (P.128)
GLASS HATCH RELEASE BUTTON/
POWER TAILGATE SWITCH (P.131)
(P.399)
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE
HANDLE POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER
SWITCH
(P.136)
MIRROR CONTROLS DRIVING POSITION MEMORY
SYSTEM
(P.171)
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST
SYSTEM OFF SWITCH
(P.436)
PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM
SWITCH (P.
124)
HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
(P.309)
(P.361) BLUETOOTH
HANDSFREELINKSYSTEM
VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS
PARKING BRAKE RELEASE
HANDLE (P.167) VOICE CONTROL
BUTTONS STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENTPASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.
34)
(P.
122)
VTM-4 LOCK
BUTTON
ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
SEAT HEATER
SWITCHES
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
MULTI-INFORMATION
BUTTONS
(P. 85) (P.
422 )
(P. 184 )
(P. 348 )
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/
WASHERS
(P.390)
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER/HEATED
MIRROR BUTTON
(P.128, 170)
(P.162 )
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This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .64
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Instrument Panel .65
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Instrument Panel Indicators . 67
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Gauges .80
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Multi-Inf ormation Display . 85
Controls Near the Steering .........................................
Wheel .121
Windshield Wipers and .................................
Washers .122
Rear Window Wiper and ...................................
Washer .123
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Turn Signal and Headlights . 124
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Hazard Warning Button . 128
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Rear Window Def ogger . 128
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 129
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Steering Wheel Adjustment . 131
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Keys and Locks .132
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Immobilizer System .133
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Ignition Switch .135
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Door Locks .136
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Childproof Door Locks . 142
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Tailgate and Glass Hatch . 142
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Power Tailgate .143
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Remote Transmitter .148
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Seats .152
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Detachable Anchor . 160..................................
Seat Heaters .162
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Power Windows .163
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Moonroof .166
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Parking Brake .167
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Mirrors .168
Driving Position Memory ........................................
System .171
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Interior Lights .174
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Interior Convenience Items . 177
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Center Console .178
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Console Compartments . 178
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Coin Holder .179
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Beverage Holders .179
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Storage Compartment . 180
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Glove Box .181
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Integrated Sunshades . 181
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Sunglasses Holder .181
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Conversation Mirror . 182
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Sun Visor .182
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Vanity Mirror .183
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Coat Hooks .183
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Seat Under Tray .184
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Accessory Power Sockets . 184
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AC Power Outlet .185
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Cargo Hooks .186
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Cargo Net .186
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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: If equipped
Control L ocations
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POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE HEADPHONE
CONNECTORS
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INDICATORS
GAUGES
Vehicle with navigation system is shown. DRIVER’S FRONT
AIRBAG
(P.9,
27)
(P.136)
(P.163) FUEL FILL DOOR
RELEASE HANDLE
(P.399)
(P.143) (P.80)
MOONROOF SWITCH
(P.166) HomeLink
BUTTONS MIRROR CONTROL
AUTO BUTTON
HEATING/COOLING
CONTROLS
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
REAR HEATING/
COOLING CONTROLS AUDIO SYSTEM
(P.356)
(P.
168)
(P. 206 )
(P.190 )
CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM (P
.197)
(P. 417 )
(P. 195 )
REAR CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM
(P. 202 )
PARKING BRAKE
PEDAL (P.167)
(P.401) ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
(P.346)
PARKING BRAKE
RELEASE HANDLE DRIVING POSITION
MEMORY SYSTEM
(P.171)
(P.167) (P.65)
GLASS HATCH
RELEASE BUTTON/
POWER TAILGATE
SWITCH (P.184)AUXILIARY INPUT
JACKS (P.345)
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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text. 4WD models only If equipped
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Instrument Panel
LX, EX, and EX-L models
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATORSEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
INDICATOR
FOG LIGHT
INDICATOR
ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
MAINTENANCE MINDER INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
VTM-4 INDICATOR
LIGHT CONTROL INDICATOR
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
FUEL ECONOMY INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR
INFORMATION DISPLAY VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST (VSA)
SYSTEM INDICATOR A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
STARTER SYSTEM INDICATORDOOR-OPEN INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR WASHER LEVEL INDICATORLOW FUEL INDICATOR
(P.75)
(P.68)
(P.75) (P.68)
(P .77)
(P.77)
(P.74)
(P.71) (P.77)
(P.72)
(P.71)
(P.76)
(P.81) (P.
73)
(P.76)
(P.70) (P.
76)
(P. 76)
(P.70) (P.76)
(P.76)
(P.69)
(P. 67)
(P. 70)
(P.78)(P.79)
(P.78)
(P.
77)
(P.68)
(P.73)
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The U.S. instrument panel is shown. Dif f erences f or the Canadian models are noted in the text.: 4WD models only
Instrument Panel
T ouring models
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ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM
INDICATOR
HIGH BEAM INDICATOR
SIDE AIRBAG OFF INDICATOR
CRUISE MAIN INDICATOR
FOG LIGHT
INDICATOR
PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE
SYSTEM INDICATORSEAT BELT REMINDER
INDICATOR
SUPPLEMENTAL
RESTRAINT SYSTEM
INDICATOR
DOOR-OPEN INDICATOR
MESSAGE INDICATOR
SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
LOW OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR
VTM-4 INDICATOR
CHARGING SYSTEM INDICATOR
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP
FUEL ECONOMY INDICATOR
IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM
INDICATOR
MULTI-INFORMATION DISPLAY LOW FUEL INDICATOR
LIGHTS ON INDICATOR
CRUISE CONTROL INDICATOR
(P.68)
(P.75) (P.68)
(P.68)
(P.77)
(P.71) (P.70)
(P.76) (P.76)
(P.76)
(P.70)
(P.76)
(P. 76)
(P. 70)
(P. 78)
(P.77)
(P.75)
(P.79)
(P.85)
(P.71)
(P.76) (P.
69)
VSA ACTIVATION
INDICATOR
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST
(VSA) SYSTEM INDICATOR LOW TIRE PRESSURE
INDICATOR (P.72)
A/T TEMPERATURE INDICATOR
(P.74)
(P.67)
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This indicator has two f unctions:Itcomesonwhenyouturnthe
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. It is a reminder to check
the parking brake. A beeper
sounds if you drive with the
parking brake not f ully released.
Driving with the parking brake not
fully released can damage the
brakes and tires.
You will also see a ‘‘RELEASE
PARKING BRAKE’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
page ). If it remains on af ter you have
fully released the parking brake
while the engine is running, or if it
comes on while driving, there
could be a problem with the brake
system. For more inf ormation, see
page .
You will also see a ‘‘LOW BRAKE
FLUID’’ or ‘‘CHECK BRAKE
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ).
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On Touring models On Touring models
Instrument Panel Indicators
Parking Brake
and Brake
System
Indicator
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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U.S. Canada
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This indicator normally comes on f or
a f ew seconds when you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position. If it comes on at any other
time, there is a problem with the
automatic lighting control system.
Have your vehicle checked by your
dealer as soon as possible.
If you see a ‘‘CHECK LIGHT
CONTROL SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display, there
is a problem with the automatic
headlight control system. Take your
vehicle to a dealer to have it checked.If this indicator comes on when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
(II) position and the parking brake is
released, it means there is a problem
in the high beam headlight’s circuit.
Have your vehicle checked by your
dealer.
If you see a ‘‘CHECK DRL
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display, there is a
problem with the daytime running
light system. Take your vehicle to a
dealer to have it checked.While the engine is operating in its
most economical range, this
indicator may come on and stay on.
It goes of f when your vehicle uses
extra f uel.
This indicator comes on if any door
is not closed tightly.
On Touring models
On Touring models
Except Touring models
Except Touring models
Light Control IndicatorDaytime Running Lights
Indicator
Door-open Indicator Fuel Economy Indicator
Instrument Panel Indicators
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Ref er to the navigation system manual.
If equipped
1:
2:
3:
4 : 4WD models only
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
121
HORN HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
Vehicle with navigation system is shown. (P.169)
(P.143) (P.
162 )
GLASS HATCH RELEASE BUTTON/
POWER TAILGATE SWITCH
(P.131)
(P.399)
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE
HANDLE POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER
SWITCH MIRROR CONTROLS DRIVING POSITION MEMORY
SYSTEM
(P.171)
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST
SYSTEM OFF SWITCH
PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM
SWITCH (P.124) HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
(P.309)
(P.361) BLUETOOTH
HANDSFREELINKSYSTEM
VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS
PARKING BRAKE RELEASE
HANDLE (P.167)
(P.136)
(P.163) (P.128)
(P.348)
(P.
184 )
(P.
422 )
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT
VOICE CONTROL
BUTTONS
(P.436)
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/
WASHERS
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.
34)
VTM-4 LOCK
BUTTON
ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
SEAT HEATER
SWITCHES
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
MULTI-INFORMATION
BUTTONS
(P. 85)
(P.
122 )
(P.390) REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER/HEATED
MIRROR BUTTON
(P.128,170)
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Turn the f og lights on and of f by
turning the switch next to the
headlight switch.
You can use the f og lights only when
the headlights are on low beam.
With the light switch in the AUTO
position, you can also use the f og
lights when the headlights turn on
automatically. They will go of f when
the headlights turn of f .With the headlight switch off, the
daytime running lights come on
when you turn the ignition switch to
the ON (II) position and release the
parkingbrake.Theyremainonuntil
you turn the ignition switch of f , even
if you set the parking brake.
When the headlights are on, the
daytime running lights are of f .
If you see a ‘‘CHECK DRL
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display, there is a
problem with the daytime running
light system. Take your vehicle to a
dealer to have it checked.
When the multi-information display
shows a ‘‘DRL OFF’’ message, the
daytime running lights are of f .
Follow the procedure in the lef t
column to turn them on.
Except LX models
On Touring models
Headlights
Fog L ights
Daytime Running L ights
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