instrument panel HONDA PILOT 2013 2.G Service Manual

uuTowing a TraileruTowing Preparation
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Driving
■Trailer brakes
Recommended for any trailer with a total weight of 1,000 lbs (450 kg) or more:
There are two common types of trailer brakes: surge and electric. Surge brakes are
common for boat trailers, since the brakes will get wet.
If you choose electric brakes, be sure they are electronically actuated. Do not
attempt to attach trailer brakes to your vehicle's hydraulic system, as it will lower
braking effectiveness and create a potential hazard.
The 4-pin gray connector installed in your vehicle has all of the circuits required to
install most electric trailer brake controllers.
Have a qualified mechanic install your trailer
brake controller following the trailer brake
controller manufacturer’s instructions. Failure
to properly install the trailer brake controller
may increase the distance it takes for you to
stop your vehicle when towing a trailer.
The trailer jumper harness is used to install the
controller for the electric trailer brakes.
Insert the trailer brake fuse into the engine
compartment sub fuse box.
2Engine Compartment Sub Fuse Box P. 455
1Trailer brakes
The 4-pin gray connector is located under the instrument panel near the top of the parking brake
pedal.
Electric Brake (Brown/White)
Ground (Black)
Brake (20A) (Purple)
Stop (Sky Blue)
Trailer brake controller connector’s terminals:
Electric Brake (Brown/White)
Ground (Black)
Brake (20A) (Blue)
Brake Lights (Sky Blue)
Touring models

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uuWhen DrivinguCruise Control
Driving
Cruise Control
Maintains a constant vehicle speed without having to keep your foot on the
accelerator. Use cruise control on freeways or open roads where you can travel at a
constant speed with little acceleration or deceleration.
1Cruise Control
It may not be possible to maintain a constant speed
when driving uphill or downhill.
When not using cruise control:
Turn off cruise control by pressing the CRUISE button.
3WARNING
Improper use of the cruise control can lead
to a crash.
Use the cruise control only when traveling
on open highways in good weather.
■Shift positions for cruise control: In (D or (d
Always keep sufficient distance between you and the vehicle in front of you.
■Vehicle speed for cruise control:
Desired speed in a range above roughly 25 mph (40 km/h) ~
CRUISE MAIN is on in the instrument panel.
Cruise control is ready to use.
■Press the CRUISE button on the steering wheel.
When to use
When to use

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Driving
Refueling
Fuel Information
■Fuel recommendation
Use of lower octane gasoline can cause a persistent, heavy metallic knocking noise
that can lead to engine damage.
■Top tier detergent gasoline
Because the level of detergency and additives in gasoline vary in the market, Honda
endorses the use of “TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” where available to help
maintain the performance and reliability of your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent
Gasoline meets a new gasoline standard jointly established by leading automotive
manufacturers to meet the needs of today’s advanced engines.
Qualifying gasoline retailers will, in most cases, identify their gasoline as having met
“TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline” standards at the retail location. This fuel is
guaranteed to contain the proper level of detergent additives and be free of metallic
additives. The proper level of detergent additives, and absence of harmful metallic
additives in gasoline, help avoid build-up of deposits in your engine and emission
control system.
For further important fuel-related information for your vehicle, or on information on
gasoline that does not contain MMT, visit www.hondacars.com. In Canada, visit
www.honda.ca for additional information on gasoline. For more information on top
tier gasoline, visit www.toptiergas.com.
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number 87 or higher
1Fuel Information
NOTICE
We recommend quality gasoline containing
detergent additives that help prevent fuel system and
engine deposits. In addition, in order to maintain good performance, fuel economy, and emissions
control, we strongly recommend the use of gasoline
that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based fuel additives such as MMT, if such gasoline is
available.
Use of gasoline with these additives may adversely
affect performance, and cause the malfunction
indicator lamp on your instrument panel to come on. If this happens, contact a dealer for service.

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Maintenance
Maintenance Minder™
If the engine oil life is less than 15%, you will see the Maintenance Minder messages
appear on the information display* or the multi-information display* every time you
turn the ignition switch to ON (w. The messages notify you when to change the
engine oil, or when to bring your vehicle to a dealer for indicated maintenance
services.
To Use Maintenance MinderTM
1.Turn the ignition switch to ON (w.
2.Press the (Select/Reset) knob repeatedly
until the engine oil life appears on the
information display.
The Maintenance Minder indicator ( ) stays
on in the instrument panel after the engine oil
life becomes 0%. Have the indicated
maintenance done by a dealer immediately.
■Displaying the Engine Oil Life
Models with information display
1Displaying the Engine Oil Life
Based on the engine operating conditions, the remaining engine oil life is calculated and displayed
as a percentage.
Displayed Engine Oil Life (%)Calculated Engine Oil Life (%)
100100 to 91
9090 to 81
80 80 to 71
7070 to 61
6060 to 51
5050 to 41
4040 to 31
3030 to 21
20 20 to 16
1515 to 11
1010 to 6
55 to 1
00
* Not available on all models

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uuMaintenance Under the HooduRefilling Window Washer Fluid
Maintenance
Refilling Window Washer Fluid
Check the amount of window washer fluid.
If the level is low, fill the washer reservoir.
If the washer fluid is low, the washer level indicator* appears on the instrument
panel or a message appears on the multi-information display*.
Pour the washer fluid carefully. Do not overflow the reservoir.
Models without washer level sensor1Refilling Window Washer Fluid
NOTICE
Do not use engine antifreeze or a vinegar/water
solution in the windshield washer reservoir. Antifreeze can damage your vehicle's paint. A
vinegar/water solution can damage the windshield
washer pump.
Models with washer level sensor
* Not available on all models

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Index
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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Index
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and
Call History ................................... 291, 312
Automatic Transferring ................... 289, 311
HFL Buttons .................................... 278, 301
HFL Menus...................................... 280, 303
HFL Status Display ........................... 279, 302
Making a Call ................................. 295, 316
Options During a Call...................... 300, 319
Phone Setup ................................... 283, 305
Receiving a Call............................... 299, 319
Speed Dial ...................................... 292, 313
To Clear the System ........................ 290, 312
To Create a Security PIN .................. 288, 310
Hazard Warning Button.............................. 2
Head Restraints........................................ 141
Headlights................................................ 125
Aiming.................................................... 402
Automatic Operation .............................. 126
Dimming......................................... 125, 127
Operating ............................................... 125
Heaters (Seat)........................................... 162
HFL (HandsFreeLink®)...................... 278, 301
High Beam Indicator.................................. 75
Hill Start Assist System............................. 343
I
Identification Numbers............................ 466
Engine and Transmission ......................... 466
Vehicle Identification............................... 466
Ignition Switch......................................... 124
Illumination Control................................. 130
Knob ....................................................... 130
Immobilizer System.................................. 118
Indicator .................................................... 76
Indicators.................................................... 68
A/T Temperature ....................................... 73
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................... 71
Charging System ............................... 69, 450
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 77, 349
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 77, 348
Door Open .......................................... 28, 72
Fog Light ................................................... 75
Fuel Economy ............................................ 76
High Beam ................................................ 75
Immobilizer System .................................... 76
Lights On ................................................... 75
Low Fuel .................................................... 70
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 68, 450
Low Tire Pressure ....................... 74, 355, 357
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..................... 74, 355
Maintenance Minder ......................... 77, 381
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 69, 451
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 68, 452
Power Tailgate ........................................... 77
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 30, 70
Security System Alarm ............................... 76
Shift Lever Position .................................... 69
Side Airbag Off .................................... 50, 75
Starter System ........................................... 76
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 48, 71
System Message ........................................ 73
Tailgate Open............................................ 72
TPMS ................................................ 74, 358
Transmission ............................................. 70
Turn Signal ................................................ 75
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist) System 72, 352
VSA® OFF .......................................... 72, 353
VTM-4® System ................................. 71, 354
Washer Level ............................................. 77
Information.............................................. 463
Information Display................................... 81
Instant Fuel Economy........................... 82, 88
Instrument Panel........................................ 67
Brightness Control................................... 130
Integrated Sunshades.............................. 164
Interior Lights........................................... 150
Interior Rearview Mirror.......................... 135
iPod®......................................................... 240
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 439
Jump Starting........................................... 445
K
Key Number Tag....................................... 100
Keyless Lockout Prevention..................... 102
Keys............................................................. 99
Lockout Prevention.................................. 102
Master Keys .............................................. 99
Number Tag ............................................ 100

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Index
Side Curtain Airbags................................... 47
Snow Tires................................................. 422
Spare Tire.......................................... 435, 465
Spark Plugs................................................ 464
Specifications............................................ 464
Specified Fuel.................................... 371, 464
Speedometer............................................... 80
SRS Airbags (Airbags)................................. 40
Starting the Engine.................................. 342
Does Not Start ......................................... 444
Engine Switch Buzzer............................... 124
Jump Starting .......................................... 445
Steering Wheel......................................... 134
Adjusting ................................................. 134
Stopping.................................................... 364
Storage Compartment.............................. 154
Summer Tires............................................ 422
Sunglasses Holder..................................... 161
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)........ 40
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel).. 2, 3,
124
Synchronized Mode.................................. 167
System Message Indicator.......................... 73
T
Tachometer................................................. 80
Tailgate..................................................... 110
Unable to Open ....................................... 461
Temperature
Outside Temperature Display ............... 84, 87
Temperature Gauge................................... 80
Temperature Sensor..................... 84, 87, 170
Time (Setting)............................................. 98
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 355
Indicator............................................ 74, 453
Tires........................................................... 414
Air Pressure ..................................... 415, 465
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 414
Inspection ............................................... 414
Labeling .................................................. 415
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 435
Regulations ............................................. 417
Rotation .................................................. 421
Spare Tire ........................................ 435, 465
Summer .................................................. 422
Tire Chains .............................................. 422
Wear Indicators ....................................... 419
Winter..................................................... 422
Tools.......................................................... 434
Towing a Trailer....................................... 329
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 333
Load Limits .............................................. 329
Towing Your Vehicle................................ 339
Behind a Motorhome .............................. 339
Emergency .............................................. 459
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) 355
Indicator............................................ 74, 453
Transmission............................................. 346
Automatic ............................................... 346
Fluid ........................................................ 399
Number................................................... 466
Shift Lever Position Indicator ............. 69, 347
Trip Meter.................................... 82, 87, 177
Troubleshooting...................................... 433
Blown Fuse ..................... 454, 455, 456, 457
Brake Pedal Vibrates ................................. 18
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door ......... 19
Emergency Towing ................................. 459
Engine Won’t Start ................................. 444
Noise When Braking ................................. 19
Overheating ............................................ 448
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 435
Rear Door Won’t Open ..................... 18, 104
Select Lever Won’t Move ........................ 447
Warning Indicators.................................... 68
Turn Signals.............................................. 125
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 75
U
Unlocking the Doors................................ 101
USB Adapter Cable.......................... 172, 173
USB Flash Drives....................................... 275
V
Valet Key.................................................. 100
Vanity Mirrors.............................................. 5
Vehicle Identification Number................ 466
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)................. 352
Off............................................................ 72
Off Button .............................................. 353