battery HONDA PILOT 2013 2.G Owner's Guide

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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1.Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2.If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1.Stop the engine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2.Open the hood and check the oil level.
2Oil Check P. 393
3.Start the engine and check the low oil pressure indicator.
uThe light goes out: Start driving again.
uThe light does not go out within 10 seconds: Stop the engine and
contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the climate control system, rear defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.
1If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engine may rapidly discharge the battery.

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uuFusesuFuse Locations
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Handling the Unexpected
Located near the battery. Push the tabs to
open the box.
■Engine Compartment Sub Fuse
Box
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Power Tailgate Motor*(40 A)
2VTM-4*(20 A)
3Trailer Main(30 A)
4VSA FSR40 A
5Rear Blower30 A
6VSA Motor 30A
7Hazard15 A
8 Power Tailgate Closer*(20 A)
9Driver’s Power Seat
Reclining*(20 A)
10 Driver’s Power Seat Slide*(20 A)
11Stop & Horn20 A
12Rear Console Accessory
Socket15 A
13Rear Wiper10 A
14 Trailer E-Brake (20 A)
15Front Heated Seat*(20 A)
16Center Console Accessory
Socket15 A
17Trailer Charge(20 A)
18 Front Accessory Socket 15 A
19Rear Accessory Socket15 A
20 Glass Hatch Motor 20 A
21Rear Heated Seat*(15 A)
22 Head Light Washer Motor (30 A)
* Not available on all models

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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: 2WD models *2: 4WD models*3: LX models with 4WD*4: Except LX models with 4WD
ModelHonda PilotNo. of Passengers: Front 2Second 3Third 3Total 8Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight Rating U.S.: 5,953 lbs (2,700 kg)*1
6,096 lbs (2,765 kg)*2
Canada: 2,700 kg*1
2,765 kg*2
Gross Axle Weight Rating (Front)U.S.: 2,921 lbs (1,325 kg)Canada: 1,325 kgGross Axle Weight Rating (Rear)U.S.: 3,197 lbs (1,450 kg)*1
3,251 lbs (1,475 kg)*3
3,362 lbs (1,525 kg)*4
Canada: 1,450 kg*1
1,525 kg*2
Air Conditioning:Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)Charge Quantity21.2 – 22.9 oz (600 – 650 g)Lubricant TypeND-OIL8
■Engine Specifications
■Fuel
■Battery
■Washer Fluid
Displacement212 cu-in (3,471 cm3)Spark Plugs NGK DILZKR7A11G
Fuel:TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number of 87 or higherFuel Tank Capacity 21.0 US gal (79.5 ℓ)
Capacity/Type60AH(5)/72AH(20)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)Canada: 6.9 US qt (6.5 ℓ)
■Light Bulbs
*5: Not available on all models
Headlights (Low Beam)55W (H11)Headlights (High Beam) 60 W (HB3)Daytime Running Lights60 W (HB3)Fog Lights*555W (H11)Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights28/8W (Amber)Side Turn Signal Lights (on Door Mirrors)*5 LED
Front Side Marker Lights3CPRear Side Marker Lights 5WBrake/Taillights21/5WBack-Up Lights 18WRear Turn Signal/Taillights21/5WHigh-Mount Brake Light 5WRear License Plate Light5WInterior LightsMap Lights (Front) 8W Map Lights (Rear) 4CPDoor Courtesy Lights 2CPConsole Compartment Light1.4W
Glove Box Light 1.4W Foot Light LEDCargo Area Light 8WVanity Mirror Lights 1.4W

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Information
Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes
Your vehicle uses “readiness codes,” as part of its onboard self diagnostic system.
Some states refer to these codes during testing to see if your vehicle's emissions
components are working properly.
The codes may not be read if you go through the testing just after the battery has
gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, turn the ignition switch to ON (w, without starting the
engine. The malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it then
goes off, the readiness codes are set. If it blinks five times, the readiness codes are
not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle tested before the readiness codes are ready,
prepare the vehicle for retesting by doing the following:
1.Fill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2.Park the vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.
3.Make sure the ambient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).
4.Start the engine without touching the accelerator pedal, and let it idle for 20
seconds.
5.Keep the vehicle in (P. Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there
for about 3 minutes.
6.Let the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
1Testing of Readiness Codes
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is
disconnected, and set again only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set, you may be requested to return at
a later date to complete the test.
If the testing facility determines the readiness codes
are still not set, see a dealer.

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uuWarranty Coveragesu
Information
Replacement Battery Limited Warranty – provides prorated coverage for a
replacement battery purchased from a dealer.
Replacement Muffler Lifetime Limited Warranty – provides coverage for as
long as the purchaser of the muffler owns the vehicle.
Restrictions and exclusions apply to all these warranties. Please read the 2013 Honda
warranty information booklet that came with your vehicle for precise information on
warranty coverages. Your vehicle’s original tires are covered by their manufacturer.
Tire warranty information is in a separate booklet.
■Canadian Owners
Please refer to the 2013 warranty manual that came with your vehicle.

Index
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Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)................... 362
AC Power Outlet....................................... 158
Accessories and Modifications................. 375
Accessory Power Sockets.......................... 156
Additives
Coolant ................................................... 397
Engine Oil ................................................ 392
Washer .................................................... 401
Additives, Engine Oil................................ 392
Adjusting
Armrest ................................................... 149
Front Seats .............................................. 137
Head Restraints........................................ 141
Mirrors .................................................... 135
Rear Seats................................................ 146
Steering Wheel ........................................ 134
Temperature .............................................. 87
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control
System).................................................... 165
Changing the Mode ................................ 165
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows . 166
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 427
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 165
Sensors .................................................... 170
Synchronized Mode ................................. 167
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 165
Air Pressure....................................... 415, 465
Airbags........................................................ 37
Advanced Airbags...................................... 43
After a Collision ......................................... 41
Airbag Care............................................... 51
Event Data Recorder .................................. 20
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 40
Indicator........................................ 48, 71, 75
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 49
Sensors ..................................................... 37
Side Airbag Cutoff System......................... 46
Side Airbag Off Indicator ........................... 50
Side Airbags .............................................. 44
Side Curtain Airbags.................................. 47
AM/FM Radio.................................... 186, 219
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS).................. 362
Indicator.................................................... 71
Armrest..................................................... 149
Audio Remote Controls................... 184, 217
Audio System............................................ 172
Adjusting the Sound........................ 185, 218
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 173
Error Messages ........................................ 266
General Information ................................ 272
iPod®....................................................... 240
MP3/WMA/AAC .............................. 207, 244
Reactivating ............................................ 174
Recommended CDs ................................. 273
Recommended Devices............................ 275
Remote Controls ............................. 184, 217
Security Code .......................................... 174
Theft Protection ...................................... 174
USB Adapter Cable.................................. 173
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 275
Audio/Information Display...................... 176
Authorized Manuals................................ 474
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking................ 105
Customize ........................................ 93, 106
Automatic Lighting.................................. 126
Automatic Transmission.......................... 345
Creeping................................................. 345
Fluid ....................................................... 399
Kickdown ............................................... 345
Operating the Shift Lever .................. 14, 347
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 447
Shifting ................................................... 346
Auxiliary Input Jack................................. 173
Average Fuel Economy........................ 82, 88
Average Speed................................... 88, 177
B
Battery...................................................... 423
Charging System Indicator ................ 69, 450
Jump Starting ......................................... 445
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 423
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 424
Belts (Seat).................................................. 29
Beverage Holders..................................... 154
Bluetooth® Audio............................. 211, 248
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®............. 278, 301
Booster Seats (For Children)...................... 64
Brake System............................................ 360
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 362
Brake Assist System................................. 363
Fluid ....................................................... 400

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Foot Brake .............................................. 361
Indicator ........................................... 68, 452
Parking Brake.......................................... 360
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel)... 130
Bulb Replacement.................................... 402
Brake Light, Taillight, Back-Up Light, Rear Turn
Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Light 406
Fog Lights ............................................... 403
Front Turn Signal/Parking Light and Front Side
Marker Light ......................................... 405
Headlights .............................................. 402
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 409
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 408
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light ....
404
Bulb Specifications................................... 464
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas............................... 65
Cargo Hook.............................................. 160
Cargo Net................................................. 159
Carrying Cargo................................. 325, 327
CD Library................................................. 197
CD Player.......................................... 193, 226
Certification Label................................... 466
Changing Bulbs........................................ 402
Charging System Indicator................ 69, 450
Child Safety................................................ 52
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 104
Child Seat................................................... 52
Booster Seats ............................................. 64
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt.......................................................... 60
Larger Children .......................................... 63
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Childproof Door Locks............................. 104
Cleaning the Exterior............................... 430
Cleaning the Interior................................ 428
Climate Control System............................ 165
Changing the Mode ................................ 165
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows . 166
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 427
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 165
Sensors .................................................... 170
Synchronized Mode ................................. 167
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 165
Clock............................................................ 98
Coat Hook................................................. 159
Compact Spare Tire.......................... 435, 465
Console Compartment............................. 152
Controls....................................................... 97
Coolant (Engine)....................................... 397
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 398
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 397
Overheating ............................................ 448
Creeping (Automatic Transmission)........ 345
Cruise Control........................................... 348
Indicator .................................................... 77
Cup Holders.............................................. 154
Customer Service Information................. 475
Customized Features.................................. 90
D
Daytime Running Lights.......................... 127
Dead Battery............................................. 445
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows 166
Detachable Anchor.................................... 34
Devices that Emit Radio Waves............... 467
Dimming
Headlights ............................................... 125
Rearview Mirror....................................... 135
Dipstick (Engine Oil)................................. 393
Directional Signals (Turn Signal)............. 125
Display/Information Button....................... 85
Door Mirrors............................................. 136
Doors........................................................... 99
Auto Door Locking .................................. 105
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 105
Door Open Indicator............................ 28, 72
Keys .......................................................... 99
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside..
103
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
101
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 102
DOT Tire Quality Grading........................ 417
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support.................. 137
Driving...................................................... 323

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Rear Door Won’t Open ............................ 104
Remote Transmitter ................................. 101
Types and Functions .................................. 99
Valet Key ................................................. 100
Won’t Turn ................................................ 18
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission)....... 345
L
Language (HFL)................................. 279, 302
LATCH (Child Seats).............................. 57, 61
Lights................................................. 125, 402
Automatic ............................................... 126
Bulb Replacement .................................... 402
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 127
Fog Lights ................................................ 127
High Beam Indicator .................................. 75
Interior .................................................... 150
Light Switches ......................................... 125
Lights On Indicator .................................... 75
Turn Signals ............................................. 125
Load Limits................................................ 327
Locking/Unlocking...................................... 99
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .................. 105
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 104
From Inside .............................................. 103
From Outside ........................................... 101
Keys .......................................................... 99
Using a Key ............................................. 102
Lockout Prevention System...................... 102
Low Battery Charge.................................. 450
Low Fuel Indicator...................................... 70
Low Oil Pressure Indicator................. 68, 450
Lower Anchors...................................... 57, 61
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit)............. 327
M
Maintenance............................................. 377
Battery .................................................... 423
Brake Fluid .............................................. 400
Cleaning ................................................. 428
Climate Control System ........................... 427
Coolant ................................................... 397
Maintenance Minder™ ........................... 381
Oil ........................................................... 393
Power Steering Fluid................................ 400
Precautions ............................................. 378
Radiator .................................................. 398
Remote Control....................................... 425
Remote Transmitter ................................. 424
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 402
Safety...................................................... 379
Service Items ................................... 383, 387
Tires ........................................................ 414
Transmission Fluid ................................... 399
Under the Hood ...................................... 389
Wireless Headphone................................ 426
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............. 69, 451
Map Lights................................................ 151
Maximum Load Limit............................... 327
Meters, Gauges........................................... 80
Mirrors...................................................... 135
Adjusting ................................................ 135
Door ....................................................... 136
Exterior ................................................... 136
Interior Rearview ..................................... 135
Modifications (and Accessories).............. 375
Moonroof................................................. 123
MP3................................... 193, 207, 226, 244
Multi-Information Display......................... 85
Multi-View Rear Camera......................... 370
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 466
O
Odometer............................................. 81, 86
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines............. 340
Oil (Engine).............................................. 392
Adding ................................................... 394
Checking ................................................ 393
Displaying Oil Life ........................... 381, 385
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 68, 450
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 392
Viscosity.................................................. 392
Opening/Closing
Hood ...................................................... 390
Moonroof ............................................... 123
Power Windows...................................... 120
Tailgate................................................... 110

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Index
Outside Temperature Display............. 84, 87
Overheating............................................. 448
P
Panic Mode............................................... 119
Parking..................................................... 364
Parking Brake........................................... 360
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator...
68, 452
Parking Sensor System............................. 365
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator................. 49
Passing Indicators..................................... 125
Power Tailgate......................................... 112
Power Windows....................................... 120
Precautions While Driving....................... 344
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle 344
Rain ........................................................ 344
Pregnant Women....................................... 35
Puncture (Tire)......................................... 435
R
Radiator.................................................... 398
Radio (AM/FM)................................. 186, 219
Radio (XM®).............................................. 223
Radio Data System (RDS)................. 189, 222
Range.................................................... 82, 88
RDS (Radio Data System)................. 189, 222
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing)...... 470
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button..
131
Rear Entertainment System..................... 251
Rear Seats (Folding Down)....... 146, 147, 148
Rearview Camera.............................. 369, 370
Rearview Mirror........................................ 135
Refueling................................................... 371
Fuel Gauge ................................................ 80
Gasoline .......................................... 371, 464
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Regulations............................... 357, 417, 467
Remote Transmitter................................. 101
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 424
Bulbs ....................................................... 402
Fuses ............................... 454, 455, 456, 457
Tires ........................................................ 420
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................. 410
Reporting Safety Defects......................... 469
Resetting a Trip Meter......................... 82, 87
S
Safe Driving................................................ 23
Safety Check............................................... 28
Safety Labels............................................... 66
Safety Message........................................... 21
Seat Belts..................................................... 29
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 33
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 31
Checking ................................................... 36
Detachable Anchor .................................... 34
Fastening .................................................. 32
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 60
Pregnant Women ...................................... 35
Reminder .................................................. 30
Warning Indicator ............................... 30, 70
Seat Heaters.............................................. 162
Seats.......................................................... 137
Adjusting ................................................ 137
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 137
Front Seats .............................................. 137
Rear Seats ............................................... 146
Seat Heaters ............................................ 162
Security System......................................... 118
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 76
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 76
SEL/RESET Knob.................................... 81, 85
Select Lever......................................... 14, 346
Operation.......................................... 14, 347
Releasing................................................. 447
Won’t Move ............................................ 447
Selecting a Child Seat................................. 56
Selector Knob (Audio)...................... 175, 216
Setting the Clock........................................ 98
Shift Lever........................................... 14, 346
Shift Lever Position Indicator............ 69, 347
Shifting (Transmission)............................. 346
Shoulder Anchor........................................ 33
Side Airbags................................................ 44
Cutoff System ........................................... 46
Off Indicator.............................................. 46