4WD HONDA PILOT 2010 2.G User Guide

Estimated
tongue load is:
150 lbs (68 kg)
250 lbs (114 kg)
350 lbs (159 kg)
Park the vehicle on level ground.
Measure and record the distance
from the ground to the bottom of
the trailer hitch.
Connect the f ully loaded trailer to
the hitch.
Measure again f rom the ground to
the same spot on the bottom of the
hitch.
Subtract the second measurement
from the first measurement, then
refer to the following table.
Estimated
tongue load is:
150 lbs (68 kg)
250 lbs (114 kg)
350 lbs (159 kg)
450 lbs (205 kg)
If thedifferenceismorethan1¾
inch, you have too much load on the
tongue. Redistribute the load or
remove cargo as needed.
If the
dif f erence is:
5/8’’
11/4’’
13/4’’
If the
dif f erence is:
5/8’’
11/4’’
13/4’’
21/4’’
If thedifferenceismorethan2¼
inch, you have too much load on the
tongue. Redistribute the load or
remove cargo as needed.
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T owing is Not Recommended
Number of
Occupants
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Maximum T otal T railer WeightMaximum T ongue Load
T owing is Not Recommended
Number of
Occupants
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Maximum T otal T railer WeightMaximum T ongue Load
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Total Trailer Weight and Tongue Load Limits:
3,500 lbs (1,588 kg)
3,300 lbs (1,497 kg)
3,100 lbs (1,406 kg)
3,000 lbs (1,361 kg)
2,800 lbs (1,270 kg)
2,000 lbs (907 kg)
350 lbs (159 kg)
300 lbs (136 kg)
230 lbs (104 kg)
200 lbs (91 kg)
150 lbs (68 kg)
100 lbs (45 kg)
4,500 lbs (2,041 kg)
4,300 lbs (1,950 kg)
4,100 lbs (1,860 kg)
4,000 lbs (1,814 kg)
3,800 lbs (1,724 kg)
2,000 lbs (907 kg)
450 lbs (204 kg)
400 lbs (181 kg)
330 lbs (150 kg)
270 lbs (122 kg)
190 lbs (86 kg)
100 lbs (45 kg)
The corresponding weight limits assume occupants fill seats from the front of the vehicle to the back, each occupant weighs 150 lbs (68
kg), and each has 15 lbs (7 kg) of cargo in the cargo area. Any additional weight, including cargo or accessories, reduces the maximum
trailer weight and maximum tongue load. Never exceed the gross axle weight ratings (see page ).
Recommended tongue load should be 5 10% of the total trailer weight for boat trailers, and 8 15% of the total trailer weight for all other
trailers.
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To accurately check your loads at
the public scale, the vehicle and
trailer should be f ully loaded, and all
occupants should stay in the vehicle
while the attendant watches the
scale.
Check the f ront gross axle weight.
Limit: 2,921 lbs (1,325 kg)
Check the gross vehicle weight.
Limit (4WD models): 6,096 lbs
(2,765 kg)
Limit (2WD models): 5,952 lbs
(2,700 kg)
If you cannot weigh the rear axle
directly, you can calculate the rear
gross axle weight by subtracting
the weight in step 1 from the
weight in step 2.
Limit (4WD models): 3,175 lbs
(1,440 kg)
Limit (2WD models): 3,031 lbs
(1,375 kg)
Check the rear gross axle weight.
Limit (4WD models): 3,362 lbs
(1,525 kg)
Limit (2WD models): 3,196 lbs
(1,450 kg)
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Calculate the tongue load.
Subtract the weight in step 6 f rom
the weight in step 7.
Limit: See page .
Recommended: see page .
Range: 5-10% f or boat trailers
8-15% f or other trailers
Check the weight of the unhitched
trailer. Limit: See page .
Check the weight of the hitched
trailer. Write this number down.
Check the gross combined weight.
Limit (4WD models): 9,579 lbs
(4,345 kg)
Limit (2WD models): 8,466 lbs
(3,840 kg)
Remember, maximum gross
combined weight should be
decreased 2% f or every 1,000 f eet
(305 meters) of elevation.
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The rear dif f erential should be
drained and ref illed with new f luid
when this service is indicated by a
maintenance message on the
inf ormation display or multi-
inf ormation display. This service
may be needed more of ten under
certain driving conditions (see page
).
Always use Honda VTM-4
Dif f erential Fluid, and have your
dealer replace the rear differential
f luid.
Always use Hypoid gear oil GL4 or
GL5 with a viscosity of SAE 90 or
80W-90. Have the f luid replaced by
your dealer.
The transf er assembly should be
drained and ref illed with new f luid
when this service is indicated by a
maintenance message on the
inf ormation display or multi-
inf ormation display.
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Rear Differential Fluid, Transfer Assembly Fluid
Rear Dif f erential FluidTransf er Assembly Fluid
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The operator will load
your vehicle on the back of a truck.
Any other method of towing will
damage the drive system. When you
contact the towing agency, inf orm
them a f lat-bed is required.
If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
4WD models only
Emergency Towing
The only way you can saf ely tow
your vehicle is with f lat-bed
equipment.
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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Towing with only two tires on the
ground will damage parts of the 4WD
system. It should be transported on a
f lat-bed truck or trailer.
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Specif ications
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Seating Capacities
Air Conditioning
Dimensions Capacities
Weights
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)
190.9 in (4,850 mm) 78.5 in (1,995 mm)70.9 in (1,802 mm)21.00 US gal (79.5)
TotalFrontSecondThird 33 28
Refrigerant type Charge quantityLubricant type ND-OIL821.2 22.9 oz (600 650 g)HFC-134a (R-134a)
The GCWR must be reduced 2 percent for every 1,000 feet (305meters) of elevation.
See the tire information label atta-ched to the driver’s doorjamb.8,466 lbs (3,840 kg)
LengthWidthHeight
Wheelbase Track67.5 in (1,715 mm) 67.7 in (1,720 mm)109.3 in (2,775 mm)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine0.196 US gal (0.74)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the engineReserve tank capacity:
4.2 US qt (4.0)
Fuel tank
Engine coolantEngine oil
Automatic transmissionfluid
Rear differentialfluid (4WD)Transferassemblyfluid (4WD)Windshieldwasherreservoir6.9 US qt (6.5)
72.7 in (1,846 mm)
9,579 lbs (4,345 kg)
3.6 US qt (3.4)8.6 US qt (8.1)3.6 US qt (3.4)8.6 US qt (8.1)2.96 US qt (2.80)3.01 US qt (2.85)
0.45 US qt (0.43)0.48 US qt (0.45)
Gross vehicle weight rating
Gross combined weight rating (GCWR)
Approx.
FrontRear
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2:
U.S. vehicles Canadianvehicles
1 :2 : Except U.S. LX modelsU.S. LX models
2WD models
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2:3: 4WDmodels
2WD
4WD
Change TotalChangeIncludingfilterWithoutfilterTotalChangeTotalChangeTotalChangeTotal
Change Total
1
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2 3
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4WD models only
Service Inf ormation Summary
Gasoline:Brake Fluid:
Tire Pressure (measured cold):
Rear Differential Fluid:
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Recommended Engine Oil:
Fuel Tank Capacity:
Transfer Assembly Fluid:
Power Steering Fluid:
Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ).
Front/Rear:
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm)
Compact Spare Tire:
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm)
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane
number of 87 or higher.Honda VTM-4 Differential Fluid
(see page ).
Honda Genuine ATF-Z1
(automatic transmission fluid)
(see page ).
4.5 US qt (4.3)
Oil change capacity (including
filter):
API Premium grade 5W-20
detergent oil (see page ).
21.00 US gal (79.5)
SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity
hypoid gear oil, API service
classified GL4 or GL5 only.
Honda Power Steering Fluid
preferred, or another brand of
power steering fluid as a
temporary replacement. Do not
use ATF (see page ).
Premium fuel is recommended
when towing in certain conditions
(see page ).
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