HONDA PILOT 2013 2.G Owners Manual

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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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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
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If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for indicator lamp to come on or blink
•Comes on when there is a problem with the engine emissions control
system, or the fuel fill cap is missing, or loose.
•Blinks when engine misfiring is detected.
■What to do when the indicator lamp comes on
Avoid high speeds and immediately get your vehicle inspected at a
dealer.
■What to do when the indicator lamp blinks
Park the vehicle in a safe place with no flammable items and wait at least
ten minutes or more with the engine stopped until it cools.
■The message appears on when:
An evaporative system leak is detected. This may be caused by the fuel fill cap being
loose or not being installed.
■What to do when the message appears:
1.Stop the engine.
2.Check that the fuel fill cap is fully installed.
uIf not, loosen the cap, and then retighten it until it clicks at least once.
3.Drive for several days of normal driving.
uThe message should go off.
■When the malfunction indicator lamp comes on
Malfunction indicator lamp comes on if the system continues to detect a leak of
gasoline vapor. If this happens, check the fuel fill cap using the procedures described
above.
■Check/Tighten Fuel Cap Message
1If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
If you drive with the malfunction indicator lamp on, the emissions control system and the engine could be
damaged.
If the malfunction indicator lamp blinks again when
restarting the engine, drive to the nearest dealer at
31 mph (50 km/h) or less. Have your vehicle
inspected.

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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
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If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
•The brake fluid is low.
•There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indicator comes on while driving
Press the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
•If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
•If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the Low Tire Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
A tire pressure is significantly low. If the compact spare tire is installed,
the indicator stays on for a while, then goes off after driving a few miles
(kilometers).
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Check the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The specified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle repaired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe place. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the electronic brake distribution system is not working. This can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspected by a dealer immediately.
U.S.
Canada
Models with information display
1If the Low Tire Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always inflate your tires to the prescribed level.

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uuIndicator, Coming On/BlinkinguIf the TPMS Indicator Comes On
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If the TPMS Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
•Comes on when there is a problem with the TPMS.
•If the compact spare is installed, the indicator comes on after driving
for a few miles (kilometers).
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire causes the indicator to come on, change the tire to a full-size
tire. The indicator goes off after driving for a few miles (kilometers).
If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or
Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS or
the compact spare tire is installed, the indicator blinks for about one
minute, and then stays on.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Check the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The specified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire causes the indicator to blink, change the tire to a full- size tire.
The indicator goes off after driving for a few miles (kilometers).
Models with information display
Models with multi-information display
1If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely underinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always inflate your tires to the prescribed level.

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Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working,
turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0 and
check to see if any applicable fuse is blown.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located on the passenger’s side, near the
windshield washer reservoir. Push the tabs
to open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse Box
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Main Fuse120 A
−−
2OP Main80 A
IG Main50 A
3Blower40 A
AC Inverter30 A
4Head Light Main 50 A
Power Window Main 40 A
5−−
6 Condenser Fan 30 A
7Cooling Fan30 A
8 Rear Defogger 30 A
9−−
10 Fog Lights*(20 A)
11Sub15 A
12 ACM 10 A
13Front Passenger’s Power
Seat Reclining*(20 A)
14Front Passenger’s Power
Seat Slide*(20 A)
15Oil Level7.5 A
16 FI ECU (7.5 A)
17Radio20 A
18 IG Coil 15 A
19Main15 A
20 MG Clutch 7.5 A
21DBW15 A
22 Interior Lights 7.5 A
23Back Up10 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models

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uuFusesuFuse Locations
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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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uuFusesuFuse Locations
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Located under the dashboard.
Fuse locations are shown on the label on
the side panel.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and label number.
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
■Interior Fuse Box
Fuse Box
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1VTM-4*(7.5 A)
2Fuel Pump20 A
3ACG10 A
4VSA7.5 A
5−−
6−−
7Auto Light10 A
8Auto Light7.5 A
9ODS7.5 A
10Meter7.5 A
11 SRS 10 A
12Right Daytime Running
Light10 A
13 Left Daytime Running Light 10 A
14Small Lights (Interior)7.5 A
15 Small Lights (Exterior) 10 A
16Right Head Light Low15 A
17 Left Head Light Low 15 A
18Daytime Running Light
Main20 A
19 Small Lights Main 15 A
20−−
TPMS7.5 A
21 Head Light Low Main 20 A
22VBSOL27.5 A
23 STRLD 7.5 A
24−−
25 − −
26Driver’s Power Window20 A
27 HAC OP 20 A
28Moonroof(20 A)
29 Door Lock 20 A
30Front Passenger’s Power
Window20 A
31 Audio Amp (30 A)
Circuit ProtectedAmps
32Passenger’s Side Rear
Power Window20 A
33Driver’s Side Rear Power
Window20 A
34−−
35 ACC 10 A
36HAC10 A
37 Day Light 7.5 A
38Wiper30 A
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models

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uuFusesuFuse Locations
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Located on the left side of cargo area.
Remove the cover by prying on the edge of
the cover using a flat-tip screwdriver.
uWrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratches.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover.
Locate the fuse in question by the fuse
number and box cover number.
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
■Cargo Area Fuse Box
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Small Light20 A
2Stop Light(7.5 A)
3Back Light(7.5 A)
4Turn Light Hazard(7.5 A)

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uuFusesuInspecting and Changing Fuses
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Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1.Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0. Turn
headlights and all accessories off.
2.Remove the fuse box cover.
3.Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
uIf the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4.Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
uIf there is a burned out fuse, remove it
with the fuse puller and replace it with a
new one.
1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage. Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 454 to 457.
There is a fuse puller on the back of the engine
compartment fuse box cover.
Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller

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Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle's weight.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous, since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
All models
2WD models