power steering HONDA PILOT 2016 3.G Owner's Guide

uuBraking uBrake System
528
Driving
Your vehicle is equipped with disc brakes at all four wheels. A vacuum power assist
helps reduce the effort needed on the brake pedal. The brake assist system increases
the stopping force when you depress th e brake pedal hard in an emergency
situation. The anti-lock brake system (ABS ) helps you retain steering control when
braking very hard.
2 Brake Assist System P. 530
2 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) P. 529
■Foot Brake1Foot Brake
Check the brakes after driving through deep water,
or if there is a buildup of road surface water. If
necessary, dry the brakes by lightly depressing the
pedal several times.
If you hear a continuous me tallic friction sound when
applying the brakes, this is caused by the brake wear
indicator rubbing on the brake rotor and indicates
that the brake pads need to be replaced. Have the
vehicle checked by a deal er. If you hear only an
occasional squeak or squeal when you initially apply
the brake pedal, this may be normal and caused by
high frequency vibration of the brake pads against
the rotating brake disc.
Constantly using the brak e pedal while going down a
long hill builds up heat, which reduces the brake
effectiveness. Apply engine braking by taking your
foot off the accelerator pe dal and downshifting to a
lower gear.
Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while
driving, as it will lightly apply the brakes and cause
them to lose effectiveness over time and reduce pad
life. It will also conf use drivers behind you.
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minderinf
ormation, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
km).•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
t

hey are noisy.
Maintenance Minder MessageSystem Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If the message
Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display
is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 645.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under
-20°F, -29°C), or towing a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●
Replace transmission fluid,
transfer fluid
*

4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *5

*Not available on all models

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 606
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 607
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 615
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 616
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 617
Shift Lever Does Not Move*............ 618
Jump Starting .................................... 619 Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 622
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 624
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 624
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 625
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................................... 626
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ............................... 626
If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator Comes
On or Blinks........................................ 627
If the Transmission I ndicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message*.......... 627
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 628
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 632
Emergency Towing ........................... 633
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 634
Refueling........................................... 635Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container .... 635
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 636
* Not available on all models
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607Continued
Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, non-slip pery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Change the gear position to
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
1 Changing a Flat Tire
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairi ng agent on a flat tire,
as it can damage the tire pressure sensor.
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uuEngine Does Not Start uEmergency Engine Stop
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Engine Stop
The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to stop the engine due to an
emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, do either of the
following operations:
• Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for about two seconds.
• Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice.
The steering wheel will not lock. However, because turning off the engine disables
the power assist the engine provides to the steering and braking systems, it will
require significantly more physical effort an d time to steer and slow the vehicle. Use
both feet on the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle and stop immediately in a
safe place.
The gear position auto matically changes to
(P after the vehicle comes to a complete
stop. Then, the power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
The gear position auto matically changes to
(P after the vehicle comes to a complete
stop. Then press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without depressing the
brake pedal to change the mode VEHICLE OFF.
The power mode is in ACCESSORY when the engine is stopped.
To change the mode to VEHICLE OF F, change the gear position to
(P after the
vehicle comes to a complete stop.
Then press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without depressing the brake
pedal.
1 Emergency Engine Stop
Do not press the button while driving unless it is
absolutely necessary for th e engine to be switched
off.
Automatic transmission models with electronic gear selector for U.S. models
Automatic transmission models with elec tronic gear selector for Canadian models
Automatic transmission models with shift lever
Automatic transmission models with shift lever for Canadian models
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Handling the Unexpected
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 Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on if there is a problem with the EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada
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Index
649
Index
Index
A
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System).................. 529
AC Power Outlet ...................................... 197
Accessories and Modifications ................ 553
Accessory Power Sockets ......................... 196
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 491
Indicator ................................................... 92
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low
Speed Follow (LSF) Indicator ................................................... 92
Additives
Coolant .................................................. 571
Engine Oil ............................................... 566
Washer ................................................... 574
Additives, Engine Oil ............................... 566
Adjusting Armrest .................................................. 186
Front Seats.............................................. 174
Head Restraints ....................... 179, 180, 181
Mirrors.................................................... 171
Rear Seats ............................................... 183
Second Row Seat .................................... 176
Steering Wheel ....................................... 170
Temperature ........................................... 116
Agile Handling Assist System .................. 517
Aha
TM........................................................ 290
Air Conditioning System (Climate Control System) .................................................... 210
Changing the Mode................................ 211
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 211 Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 599
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 211
Sensor ..................................................... 216
Synchronized Mode ................................. 213
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 210
Air Conditioning System (Heating and Cooling System) ...................................... 205
Cooling ................................................... 207
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 208
Heating ................................................... 206
Air Pressure ....................................... 586, 639
Airbags ........................................................ 45
Advanced Airbags ..................................... 51
After a Collision ......................................... 49
Airbag Care ............................................... 57
Event Data Recorder .................................... 0
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
Indicator .............................................. 55, 83
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................. 56
Sensors ...................................................... 45
Side Airbags .............................................. 52
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 54
All-wheel drive (AWD) Indicator ............... 89
AM/FM Radio .................................... 231, 265
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 529
Indicator .................................................... 83
Armrest ..................................................... 186
Audio Remote Controls ............................ 222
Audio System .................................... 218, 242
Adjusting the Sound ........................ 229, 258 Audio/Information Screen................ 225, 243
Auxiliary Input Jack.................................. 220
Changing the Home Screen Icon Layout .. 247
Closing Apps ........................................... 257
Display Setup .................................. 230, 259
Error Messages ........................................ 304
General Information ................................ 308
Home Screen........................................... 250
Limitations for Manual Operation ............ 260
MP3/WMA/AAC ...................... 236, 278, 291
Playing a CD............................................ 278
Reactivating ............................................ 221
Recommended CDs ................................. 309
Remote Controls ..................................... 222
Security Code .......................................... 221
Selecting an Audio Source ....................... 260
Status Area ............................................. 256
Theft Protection ...................................... 221
USB Flash Drives ...................................... 311
USB Port.................................................. 219
Wallpaper Setup.............................. 227, 248
Audio/Information Screen ............... 225, 243
Authorized Manuals ................................ 647
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 134
Customize ............................................... 367
Auto High-Beam System .......................... 159
Auto high-beam system Indicator............. 87
Auto Idle-stop ........................................... 479
OFF Button .............................................. 479
Auto Idle-stop In dicator (Green)............... 90
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Index
E
ECON Button............................................. 483
ECON Mode Indicator ................................. 94
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 86, 626
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 515
Emergency ................................................. 633
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 643
Engine ....................................................... 640
Coolant ................................................... 571
Jump Starting .......................................... 619
Oil ........................................................... 566
Remote Engine Start ................................ 463
Starting ................................................... 461
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 565
Engine Coolant ......................................... 571
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 572
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 571
Overheating............................................. 622
Temperature Gauge................................. 113
Engine Oil .................................................. 566
Adding .................................................... 568
Checking ................................................. 567
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 559
Engine Oil Life ......................................... 117
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 79, 624
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 566
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 151
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ................................................ 86, 626
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 74Exterior Care (Cleaning)
........................... 602
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 172
F
Features.................................................... 217
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 599
Oil ........................................................... 569
Flat Tire ..................................................... 607
Floor Mats ................................................. 601
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 573
Brake ...................................................... 574
Engine Coolant ....................................... 571
Windshield Washer ................................. 574
FM/AM Radio .................................... 231, 265
Fog Lights ................................................. 158
Indicator.................................................... 87
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ....... 184
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 185
Foot Brake ................................................ 528
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 48
Front Seats ................................................ 174
Adjusting ................................................ 174
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 489
Fuel ...................................................... 24, 550
Economy ................................................. 552
Gauge ..................................................... 113
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 117
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 82 Range ..................................................... 117
Recommendation.................................... 550
Refueling ................................................ 550
Fuel Economy ........................................... 552
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 24, 551
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 24, 551
Unable to Unlock .................................... 634
Fuses ......................................................... 628
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 632
Locations ........................ 628, 629, 630, 631
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy................................................. 552
Gauge .................................................... 113
Information............................................. 550
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 82
Refueling ................................................ 550
Gauges ...................................................... 113
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 80, 473
Gear Shift Positions Automatic Transmission .......................... 471
Glass (care) ............................................... 603
Glove Box ................................................. 191
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Index
H
Handling the Unexpected....................... 605
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ...................... 381, 406
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History ................................... 395, 419
Caller’s ID Information ............................ 393
Displaying Messages ............................... 433
HFL Buttons .................................... 381, 406
HFL Menus...................................... 383, 409
HFL Status Display ........................... 382, 408
In Case of Emergency ............................. 437
Limitations for Manual Operation.... 382, 408
Making a Call ................................. 400, 427
Options During a Call...................... 405, 430
Phone Setup ................................... 387, 414
Phonebook Phonetic Modification........... 423
Receiving a Call............................... 404, 430
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail ............. 431
Ring Tone ....................................... 393, 418
Selecting a Mail Account......................... 432
Speed Dial ...................................... 396, 420
To Clear the System ................................ 394
To Set Up a Text Message/E-mail Options ................................................. 417
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Hazard Warning Indicator ......................... 86
HD Radio
TM............................................... 265
HDMITM Port ............................................. 315
Head Restraints ........................ 179, 180, 181
Headlights ................................................ 155
Auto High-Beam System ......................... 159 Automatic Operation ............................... 156
Dimming ......................................... 155, 162
Operating ................................................ 155
Heated Door Mirrors ................................ 167
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 200
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 167
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 200
Heaters (Seat) ........................... 201, 202, 203
Heating and Cooling System ................... 205
Cooling ................................................... 207
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 208
Heating ................................................... 206
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)....................... 381, 406
High Beam Indicator .................................. 86
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 466
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ............ 378
HondaLink® ............................................... 296
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 640
Engine and Transmission ......................... 640
Vehicle Identification ............................... 640
Illumination Control ................................. 166
Button ..................................................... 166
Immobilizer System .................................. 144
Indicator .................................................... 87
Indicators .................................................... 78
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .................. 92
All-wheel drive (AWD) ............................... 89 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)..................... 83
Auto high-beam system ............................ 87
Auto Idle-stop ........................................... 90
Auto Idle-stop System ............................... 90
Blind spot information (BSI) ............... 94, 519
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 78
Brake System (Red) ............................ 78, 626
Charging System ............................... 79, 624
Collision Mitigati
on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 95, 96
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 88, 487
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 88, 486
ECON Mode .............................................. 94
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 86, 626
Fog Lights ................................................. 87
Gear Position............................................. 80
Hazard Warning ........................................ 86
High Beam ................................................ 86
Immobilizer System ................................... 87
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 93, 509
Lights On .................................................. 87
Low Fuel ................................................... 82
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 79, 624
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..................... 86, 627
M (sequential mode) I ndicator/Sequential
Mode Gear Selection ............................... 80
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 79, 625
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 78, 626
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 91
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 38, 82
Security System Alarm ............................... 88
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Index
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............. 79, 625
Map Lights ................................................ 189
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 445
Meters, Gauges ........................................ 113
MID (Multi-information Display) ............ 114
Mirrors ...................................................... 171
Adjusting ................................................ 171
Door ....................................................... 172
Exterior ................................................... 172
Interior Rearview ..................................... 171
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 553
Moonroof ................................................. 149
MP3 ........................................... 236, 278, 291
MP3/WMA/AAC ........................ 236, 278, 291
Multi-Information Display (MID) ............ 114
Multi-View Rear Camera ......................... 549
N
Numbers (Identification)......................... 640
O
Odometer................................................. 115
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 459
Oil (Engine) .............................................. 566
Adding ................................................... 568
Checking ................................................ 567
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 559
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 79, 624
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 566 Viscosity .................................................. 566
Open Source Licences ............................... 312
Opening/Closing Hood ....................................................... 564
Moonroof................................................ 149
Power Windows ...................................... 147
Tailgate ................................................... 135
Operating the Switches Around the Steering
Wheel ...................................................... 151
Outside Temperature Display .................. 116
Overheating .............................................. 622
P
Paddle Shifters (Sequential Mode) .......... 478
Pandora® ................................................... 288
Panic Mode ............................................... 146
Parking ...................................................... 540
Parking Brake ........................................... 527
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator ............................................ 78, 626
Parking Sensor System ............................. 541
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator ................. 56
Passing Indicators ..................................... 155
Playing Bluetooth ® Audio ................ 239, 294
Power Tailgate .......................................... 140
Power Windows ........................................ 147
Precautions While Driving ....................... 467
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle .................................................. 467
Rain ......................................................... 467 Pregnant Women
....................................... 43
Puncture (Tire) .......................................... 607
R
Radiator.................................................... 572
Radio (FM/AM) ................................. 231, 265
Radio (SiriusXM ®) ..................................... 270
Radio Data System (RDS) ................. 232, 268
Range ........................................................ 117
RDS (Radio Data System) ................. 232, 268
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing) ....... 643
Rear Climate Control System
From the Rear Panel ................................ 215
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ..................................................... 167
Rear Entertainment System ..................... 313
Rear Seats ................................................. 183
Second Row Seat ............................ 183, 184
Third Row Seat ........................................ 185
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 171
Refueling .................................................. 550
Fuel Gauge.............................................. 113
Gasoline .......................................... 550, 638
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 82
Regulations ............................... 525, 588, 641
Remote Engine Start ................................ 463
Remote Transmitter ................................. 128
Replacement Battery .................................... 596, 597, 598
Bulbs ....................................................... 575
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