snow tire HONDA PILOT 2014 2.G Owners Manual

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P377)
Under the Hood (P389)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P402)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P410)
● Replace blades if they leave
streaks across the windshield.
Tires (P414)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.

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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
• Make sure there
are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
u Remove
any frost, snow, or ice.
uRemove any sno
w on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid , remove ice once it has softened.
u When r
emoving ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
• Make sure the hood
is securely closed.
u If
the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
• Make sure the t
ires are in good condition.
u Check air
pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 414
• Make sure there are no people or ob jects behind or around the vehicle.
u There are blind
spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen s hut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim
around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert key if the water freezes in
the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable material s left under the hood, causing a
fire. If you've parked y our vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have
fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal. Also check under the hood for leftover
flammable materials after you or someone else has
performed maintenance on your vehicle.

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uu When Driving u VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC (Electronic Stability Control), System
Driving
This button is on the driver side control panel.
To turn the VSA ® system on and off, press and
hold it until you hear a beep.
VSA ® will stop and the indicator will come on.
To turn it on again, press the (VSA® OFF)
button until you hear a beep.
VSA ®
is turned on every time you start the
engine, even if you turned it off the last time
you drove the vehicle.
■VSA ® On and Off1 VSA ® (Vehicle Stability Assist), aka ESC (Electronic Stability
Control), System
Without VSA®, your vehicle will have normal braking
and cornering ability, bu t it will not have VSA®
traction and stability enhancement.
In certain unusual conditions when your vehicle gets
stuck in shallow mud or fr esh snow, it may be easier
to free it with the VSA ® temporarily switched off.
When the VSA ® system is off, the traction control
system is also off. You should only atte mpt to free
your vehicle with the VSA ® off if you ar e not able to
free it when the VSA ® is on.
Immediately after freeing your vehicle, be sure to
switch VSA ® on again. We do not recommend driving
your vehicle with the VSA ® and traction control
systems switched off.
If the low tire pressure/TPMS, low tire pressure, or
TPMS indicator comes on or blinks, the VSA® system
comes on automatically. In this case, you cannot turn
the system off by pressing the button.
You may hear a motor sound coming from the
engine compartment while system checks are being
performed immediately after starting the engine or
while driving. This is normal.
VSA ® OFF Indicator

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uu Braking u ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Driving
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
Helps prevent the wheels from locking up, a nd helps you retain steering control by
pumping the brakes rapidly, much faster than you.
The electronic brake distribution (EBD) system, which
is part of the ABS, also
balances the front-to-rear braking distri bution according to vehicle loading.
You should never pump the brake pedal. Let
the ABS work for you by always
keeping firm, steady pressure on the brake pe dal. This is sometimes referred to as
“stomp and steer.”
■ABS operation
The brake pedal may pulsate slightly when the ABS
is working. Keep holding the
pedal firmly down. On dry pavement, you will need to press on the brake pedal very
hard before the ABS activates. However, you may feel the ABS activate immediately
if you are trying to stop on snow or ice.
When the vehicle speed goes under 6 mph (10 km/h), the ABS stops.
■ABS1 ABS (Anti-lock Brake System)
NOTICE
The ABS may not function correctly if you use an
incorrect tire type and size.
When the ABS indicator comes on while driving,
there may be a problem with the system.
While normal braking is not affected, there is a
possibility of the ABS not operating. Have the vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately.
The ABS does not reduce the ti me or distance it takes
to stop the vehicle. It only helps with steering control
during hard braking.
In the following cases, yo ur vehicle may need more
stopping distance than a vehicle without the ABS:
•When driving on rough road surfaces, including
when driving on uneven surf aces, such as gravel or
snow.
•When tire chains are installed.
You may hear a motor sound coming from the
engine compartment while system checks are being
performed immediately after starting the engine or
while driving. This is normal.

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Driving
Fuel Economy
Improving Fuel Economy
Fuel economy depends on several conditions, including driving conditions, your
driving habits, the condition of your vehicle, and loading. Depending on these and
other conditions, you may or may not achieve the rated fuel economy of this vehicle.
You can optimize your fuel economy with pro
per maintenance of your vehicle.
Always maintain your vehicle in accord ance with the messages displayed on the
information display
*/multi-information display *.
• Use the recommended
viscosity engine oil, displaying the API Certification Seal.
• Maintain the specified tire
pressure.
• Do not load
the vehicle with excess cargo.
• Keep you
r vehicle clean. A buildup of snow or mud on your vehicle's underside
adds weight and increases wind resistance.
■Maintenance and Fuel Economy
1 Improving Fuel Economy
Direct calculation is the recommended method to
determine actual fuel consumed while driving.
In Canada, posted fuel economy numbers are
established following a simulated test. For more
information on how this test is performed, please visit
http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/
Miles driven Gallons of
fuel Miles per
Gallon
100 LiterKilometers L per 100 km
* Not available on all models

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uu Checking and Maintaining Tires u Winter Tires
Maintenance
Winter Tires
If driving on snowy or frozen roads, mount all season marked “M+S” tires, snow
tires, or tire chains; reduce speed; and ma intain sufficient distance between vehicles
when driving.
Be particularly careful when operating the
steering wheel or brakes to prevent
skidding.
Use tire chains, snow tires, or all season ti re
s when necessary or according to the law.
When mounting, refer to the follo
wing points.
For winter tires:
• Select
the size and load ranges that are the same as the original tires.
• Mount
the tires to all four wheels.
For tire chains:
•Install them on the
front tires only.
• Be
cause your vehicle has limited tire cl earance, we strongly recommend using the
chains listed below:
• Foll
ow the chain manufacturer's instruction when installing. Mount them as
tightly as you can.
• Che
ck that the chains do not to uch the brake lines or suspension.
• Drive s
lowly.
Cable-type: QCC Premium Cobra 1046P
1Winter Tires
NOTICE
Traction devices that are th e wrong size or improperly
installed can damage your vehicle's brake lines,
suspension, body, and wheels. Stop driving if they are
hitting any part of the vehicle.
When tire chains are mounted, follow the chain
manufacturer's instructi ons regarding vehicle
operational limits.
If your vehicle is equipp ed with summer tires, be
aware that these tires are not designed for winter
driving conditions. For more information, contact a
dealer.
3 WARNING
Using the wrong chains, or not properly
installing chains, can damage the brake
lines and cause a crash in which you can be
seriously injured or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner's
manual regarding the selection and use of
tire chains.

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Index
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
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, 465Summer ..................................................
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

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Index
Warning Indicators.................................... 68
Turn Signals.............................................. 125
Indicators (Instru ment 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
System ...................................................... 72
Viscosity (Oil) ....................
................ 392, 465
VSA ® (Veh
icle Stability Assist) ................. 352
VTM (Variable Torque Management)  System ........
............................................. 354
W
Wallpaper................................................. 179
Warning and Info rmation Messages ...
..... 78
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............
... 450
Warning Labels ................
.......................... 66
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately
).............................................. 472 Watts
...............
.......................................... 464
Wear Indicators (Tire) ..........
..................... 419
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ...........
439
Window Washers .................
..................... 128
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 401
Switch ..................................................... 128
Windows (Opening and Closing) .............
120
Windshield ......
.......................................... 128
Cleaning .................................................. 431
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 166
Washer Fluid ........................................... 401
Wiper Blades ........................................... 410
Wipers and Washers ................................ 128
Winter Tires ....
.......................................... 422
Snow Tires ............................................... 422
Tire Chains .............................................. 422
Wipers and Washers ............
..................... 128
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 410
Front ....................................................... 128
Rear ........................................................ 129
WMA ...............
.................. 193, 207, 226 , 244
Worn Tires .......
.......................................... 414
X
XM® Radio ................................................. 223