HONDA PILOT 2015 2.G Owners Manual

California Proposition 65 Warning
Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).
The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s
systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related
to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of
time, typically 30 seconds or le ss. The EDR in this vehicle is
designed to record such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were
buckled/fastened;
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator
and/or brake pedal; and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the
circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data
are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation
occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving
conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and
crash location) are recorded. Howe ver, other parties, such as law
enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data r outinely acquired during a crash
investigation.
WARNING: This product contains or emits
chemicals known to the state of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
To read data recorded by an ED R, special equipment is required,
and access to the vehicle or the ED R is needed. In addition to the
vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that
have the special equipment, can re ad the information if they have
access to the vehicle or the EDR.
The data belongs to the vehicle ow ner and may not be accessed by
anyone else except as legally requir ed or with the permission of the
vehicle owner.
Service Diagnostic Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with serv ice-related devices that record
information about powertrain perfo rmance. The data can be used
to verify emissions law requirem ents and/or help technicians
diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with
data from other sources for res earch purposes, but it remains
confidential.
California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act
The airbags, seat belt tensioners , and CR type batteries in this
vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special handling may
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/
As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded
by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid
damage to your vehicle, othe r property, or the environment.
NOTICE

A Few Words About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And
operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.
To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have
provided operating procedures and other information on labels and
in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that
could hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You
must use your own good judgment. You will find this impo
rtant safety information in a variety of forms,
including:
● Safety Labels - on the vehicle.
● Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol
3 and
one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING , or CAUTION .
These signal words mean:
● Safety Headings - such as Important Safety Precautions.
● Safety Section - such as Safe Driving.
● Instructions - how to use this vehi cle correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information - please
read it carefully.
3 DANGERYou WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don't follow instructions.
3 WARNINGYou CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don't follow instructions.
3CAUTIONYou CAN be HURT if you don't follow
instructions.

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s manual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 23
For Safe Driving P. 24 Seat Belts P. 29 Airbags P. 37
2Instrument Panel P. 67
Indicators P. 68 Gauges and Displays P. 80
2Controls P. 97
Setting the Clock P. 98 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 99
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 123
Adjusting the Seats P. 137
2 Features P. 171
Audio System P. 172 Audio System Basic Operation P. 216
General Information on the Audio System P. 272
Compass
* P. 320
2 Driving P. 323
Before Driving P. 324 Towing a Trailer P. 329
Parking Your Vehicle P. 364 Rearview Camera* P. 369
Accessories and Modifications P. 375
2 Maintenance P. 377
Before Performing Maintenance P. 378 Maintenance Minder™ P. 381
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 410
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
* P. 425
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 433
Tools P. 434 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 435
Overheating P. 448 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 450
2Information P. 463
Specifications P. 464 Identification Numbers P. 466
Emissions Testing P. 470 Warranty Coverages P. 472
Gracenote ® End User License Agreement P. 476

Contents
Child Safety P. 52Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 65Safety Labels P. 66
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 110 Security System P. 118 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 120
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 124 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 135
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 150 Climate Con trol System P. 165
Rear Entertainment System* P. 251 Audio Error Messages P. 266
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver* P. 276 Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 278
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 340 When Driving P. 342 Braking P. 360
Multi-View Rear Camera* P. 370 Refueling P. 371 Fuel Economy P. 374
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 389 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 402
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 414 Battery P. 423 Remote Transmitter Care P. 424
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 427 Cleaning P. 428
Engine Does Not Start P. 444Jump Starting P. 445 Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 447
Fuses P. 454 Emergency Towing P. 459 When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 461
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 467 Reporting Safety Defects P. 469
Authorized Manuals P. 474 Customer Service Information P. 475
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 23
Instrument PanelP. 67
ControlsP. 97
FeaturesP. 171
DrivingP. 323
MaintenanceP. 377
Handling the UnexpectedP. 433
InformationP. 463
IndexP. 478

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Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
❙Steering Wheel Adjustments
(P134)
❙ (Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA®)
System OFF) Button
(P352)
❙Gauges (P 80)
❙Information Display* (P81)
❙System Indicators (P68)
❙Multi-Information Display* (P85)
❙Hazard Warning Button
❙Audio System (P172)
❙Navigation System*
() See Navigation System Manual
❙Climate Control System (P165)
❙Rear Window Defogger (P131)
❙Heated Mirror Button* (P131)
❙Ignition Switch (P124)

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Quick Reference Guide
❙ (Select/Reset) Knob (P81)
❙Headlights/Turn Signals (P125)
❙Fog Lights* (P127)
❙Brightness Control (P130)
❙Cruise Control Buttons (P348)
❙Wipers/Washers (P128)
❙Horn (Press an area around .)
❙SEL/RESET Button* (P81)
❙ / (Information) Button* (P85)
❙Navigation System Voice Control Buttons*
() See Navigation System Manual
❙Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® System
Voice Control Buttons
(P301)
❙Remote Audio Control Buttons (P184, 217)
* Not available on all models

Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide
❙Power Door Lock Master Switch (P103)
❙Power Window Switches (P120)
❙Rearview Mirror (P135)
❙Hood Release Handle (P390)
❙Glove Box (P 152)
❙Driver's Front Airbag (P40)
❙Door Mirror Controls (P136)
❙Passenger's Front Airbag
(P40)
❙Fuel Fill Door Release Handle (P372)
❙Parking Brake Release Handle (P360)
❙Shift Lever
Automatic Transmission
(P345)
❙Accessory Power Socket
(P156)
❙Interior Fuse Box (P456)
❙Seat Heater Switches* (P162)
❙Parking Brake (P360)

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Quick Reference Guide❙Sun Visors
❙Vanity Mirrors
❙Moonroof Switch* (P123)
❙Map Lights (P151)
❙Sunglasses Holder (P161)
❙HomeLinkr Button* (P276)
❙Side Curtain Airbags (P47)
❙Seat Belts (P29)
❙Grab Handle
❙Coat Hook (P159)
❙Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P60)
❙Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P61)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P156)
❙USB Adapter Cable (P173)
❙Auxiliary Input Jack (P173)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P157)
❙Third Row Seat (P57)
❙Second Row Seat (P146)
❙Front Seat (P137)
❙Side Airbags (P44)
* Not available on all models

Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide
❙Windshield Wipers (P128, 410)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control (P101)
❙How to Refuel (P372)
❙High-Mount Brake Light (P409)
❙Opening/Closing the Tailgate
(P110)
❙Rear Wiper (P129, 410)
❙Back-Up Lights (P406)
❙Brake/Taillights (P406)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights (P406)
❙Rear Side Marker Lights (P406)
❙Power Door Mirrors (P136)
❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P389)
❙Fog Lights* (P127, 403)
❙Rearview Camera* (P369)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights (P125, 405)
❙Side Marker Lights (P125, 405)
❙Tires (P414, 435)
❙Headlights (P125, 402)
❙Tailgate Release Button (P111)

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Quick Reference Guide
Safe Driving (P 23)
Airbags (P37)
● Your vehicle is fitted with ai rbags to help protect you and
your passengers during a moderate-to-severe collision.
Child Safety (P52)
● All children 12 and younger should be seated in the rear seat.
● Smaller children should be properly restra ined in a forward-facing child seat.
● Infants must be properly restraine d in a rear-facing child seat.
Exhaust Gas Hazard (P65)
● Your vehicle emits dangerous exhaust gases that contain carbon
monoxide. Do not run the engine in confined spaces where carbon
monoxide gas can accumulate.
Before Driving Checklist (P28)
● Before driving, check that the front seats, head restraints,
steering wheel, and mirrors have been properly adjusted.
Seat Belts (P29)
● Fasten your seat belt and sit upright well
back in the seat.
● Check that your passengers are wearing
their seat belts correctly.
Fasten your lap belt as
low as possible.
* Not available on all models