jump start HONDA PILOT 2016 3.G Owners Manual

Contents
Child Safety P. 58Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 74Safety Labels P. 75
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 135 Security System P. 144 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 147
Panoramic Glass Roof* P. 150 Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 151
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 188 Heating and Cooling* P. 205
Audio System Basic Operation P. 224, 242 Audio Error Messages P. 304
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System* P. 313 Customized Features P. 342
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 406 Compass* P. 439
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 459 When Driving P. 461 Braking P. 527
Refueling P. 550 Fuel Economy P. 552Accessories and Modifications P. 553
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 563 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 575
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 585 Battery P. 594 Remote Transmitter Care P. 596
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 599 Cleaning P. 600
Engine Does Not Start P. 615 Shift Lever Does Not Move* P. 618 Jump Starting P. 619
Fuses P. 628 Emergency Towing P. 633
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 636 Refueling P. 635
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 641 Reporting Safety Defects P. 642
Authorized Manuals P. 647 Customer Service Information P. 648
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 77
ControlsP. 119
FeaturesP. 217
DrivingP. 441
MaintenanceP. 555
Handling the UnexpectedP. 605
InformationP. 637
IndexP. 649
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Quick Reference Guide
Handling the Unexpected (P605)
Flat Tire (P607)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire
located under the cargo area.
Indicators Come On (P624)
● Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P615)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P628)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P622)
● Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P633)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when Auto Engine Idle-stop Guidance
Screens ON has been selected from the customization
menu.
●Appears when Auto Idle-sto p does not activate for
some reason.
●Appears when the engine restarts automatically.●Appears when the battery te mperature is around 14°F
(−10°C) or lower.
●Appears when Auto Idle-stop does not activate because
the climate control system is in use, and the difference
between the set temperature and actual interior
temperature becomes significant.
●Appears when Auto Idle-stop does not activate because
the engine coolant temperature is low or high.
2 Auto Idle-stop* P. 479
●Appears when Auto Idle-stop does not activate because
the battery charge level is low.●Appears even though the battery is fully charged -
The system may not read the battery amount correctly.
Drive for a few minutes.
●Appears after charging the battery or jump
starting - Disconnect the negative - cable once and
reconnect it again to the battery. Drive a few minutes.
Models with Auto Idle-stop
* 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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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the MID.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 616
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 151
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2 Battery P. 594●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 628
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 461
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 144
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 113
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 632
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 633
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 619
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619Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Pull up on the engine compartment cover,
remove it from the pins.
2. Remove the holding clip s and the air intake
duct.
■Jump Starting Procedure1 Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Pin
Engine Compartment Cover
Air Intake Duct
Clip
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uuJump Starting u
Handling the Unexpected
3.Pull up on the engine cover, remove it from
the pins.
u Start on the passenger side and lift the
outermost edge of the cover.
u Move towards the driver side while
applying uniform upward pressure.
4. Connect the first jump er cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
5. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15
volts. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
6. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
7. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the engine hanger as
shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part.
8. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assi sting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
9. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
Pin
Engine Cover
Booster Battery
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uuJump Starting u
Handling the Unexpected
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, re move the jumper cables in the following
order.
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s ground.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jump er cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jump er cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a n earby service station or a dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts
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Index
Auto Idle-stop System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 90
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 164
Automatic Lighting .................................. 156
Automatic Transmission ........................... 468
Creeping ................................................. 468
Fluid ........................................................ 573
Kickdown ................................................ 468
Operating the Shift Button....................... 473
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 618
Shift Lever Operation ............................... 470
Shifting............................................ 469, 471
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 220
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 116
B
Back-Up Light............................................ 580
Battery ....................................................... 594
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 624
Jump Starting .......................................... 619
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 594
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 37
Beverage Holders ...................................... 194
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........ 518
Indicator .................................................... 94
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 239, 294
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 381, 406
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System ...................................................... 313
Audio Sources for Front and Rear Seats ... 334 Auxiliary Console Panel ........................... 314
DVD or Blu-ray
TM Player Error Messages ... 341
Front Control Panel Operation ................. 327
HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 315
Initial Settings.......................................... 325
Operating the Blu-ray/DVD rear entertainment system ................................................... 327
Operating the System .............................. 316
Overhead Screen ..................................... 316
Playable Disc Region Codes ..................... 339
Playable Disc Types .................................. 339
Playable Discs .......................................... 335
Playing a Disc in the Rear......................... 333
Playing a DVD/Blu-ray
TM........................... 317
Playing AM/FM Radio in the Rear............. 332
Playing an iPod and a USB Flash Drive in the Rear ...................................................... 333
Playing Audio .......................................... 331
Playing SiriusXM ® Radio in the Rear ......... 332
Rear DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu ................... 318
Rear System Setup................................... 328
Recommended Discs ............................... 340
Screen and Surround Settings.................. 321
Selecting the Audio Sour ce using Front Control
Panel ..................................................... 327
Setting the DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu ......... 329
System Controls .............................. 317, 331
USB Ports ................................................ 315
Wireless Headphones .............................. 313
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 73Brake System
............................................ 527
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 529
Brake Assist System................................. 530
Brake System Indicator .............................. 78
Fluid ....................................................... 574
Foot Brake .............................................. 528
Indicator ........................................... 78, 626
Parking Brake.......................................... 527
Brake System (Amber) Indicator ................................................... 78
Brake System (Red)
Indicator ........................................... 78, 626
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 166
Bulb Replacement .................................... 575
Back-Up Light ......................................... 580
Brake Light and Turn Signal Light ............ 579
Daytime Running Light............................ 577
Headlights .............................................. 575
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 580
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 580
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light ..................................................... 578
Taillight and Rear Si de Marker Light ........ 579
Bulb Specifications ................................... 638C
Car Wash Mode........................................ 475
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 74
Carrying Cargo ................................. 443, 445
CD Player .................................................. 278
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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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