remote 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
The rear door cannot be
opened from inside the
vehicle. Why?Check if the childproof lock is in
the lock position. If so, open the
rear door with the outside door
handle.
To cancel this function, push the
lever to the unlock position.
Why do the doors lock
after I unlocked the doors
using a remote
transmitter?If you do not open the doors within 30 seconds, the doors are
relocked automatically for security.
Why does the beeper
sound when I open the
driver’s door?The beeper sounds when:
●The exterior lights are left on.
●The power mode is in ACCESSORY.
●Auto Idle-stop* is in operation.
Why does the beeper
sound when I start driving?The beeper sounds when:
●Driver and/or front passenger are not wearing their seat belts.
●The parking brake pedal is not fully released.
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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when the steering wheel is locked.●Move the steering wheel left and right while pressing
the ENGINE START/STOP button.
●Appears when the power mode is in ACCESSORY.
—
●Appears after the driver’s door is opened when the
power mode is in ACCESSORY.●Press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice with your
foot off the brake pedal to change the power mode to
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
●Appears when you close the door with the power mode
is in ON without the smart entry remote inside the
vehicle.●Disappears when you bring the smart entry remote back
inside the vehicle and close the door.
2 Smart Entry Remote Reminder P. 153
●Appears when the smart entry remote battery becomes
weak.●Replace the battery as soon as possible.
2Replacing the Button Battery P. 596
Canadian models
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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears if the smart entry remote battery is too weak to
start the engine or the key is not within operating range
to start the engine.
The beeper sounds six times.●Bring the smart entry remote in front of the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 616
●Appears three seconds after the To Start, Hold
Remote Near Start Button , then To Start Engine
messages appeared sequentially.●Unless you bring the smart entry remote in front of the
ENGINE START/STOP button, this message does not
appear.
2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 616
●Appears if there is a problem with the cooling system.●Drive slowly to prevent overheating and have your
vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
●Appears when there is a problem with the headlights*.●Appears while driving - The low beam headlights
may not be on. When conditions allow you to drive
safety, have your vehicle chec ked by a dealer as soon as
possible.
●Appears if there is a problem with the parking sensor
system*.
●Check if the area around the sensor(s) is covered with
mud, ice, snow, etc. If the indicator(s) stays on or the
beeper does not stop even after you clean the area,
have the system checked by a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicators uMulti-Information Display (MID) Warning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
●Appears when you unlock an d open the driver’s door
while the engine is running by the smart entry remote.
2Remote Engine Start* P. 463
* Not available on all models
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 120
Locking and Unlocking the Doors ... 121
Key Types and Functions .................. 121
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 123
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength ..... 130Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 131
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 133
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 134
Opening and Closing the Tailgate ... 135
Security System ................................ 144
Immobilizer System .......................... 144
Security System Alarm ...................... 144
Opening and Closing the Windows.... 147
Opening and Closing the Moonroof*.. 149Panoramic Glass Roof*..................... 150
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ............................... 151
ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 151
Turn Signals ..................................... 154
Light Switches.................................. 155
Fog Lights
*...................................... 158
Auto High-Beam System*................ 159
Daytime Running Lights ................... 162
Wipers and Washers ........................ 163
Brightness Control ........................... 166
Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
*........ 167
Driving Position Memory System*.... 168
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 170 Adjusting the Mirrors
....................... 171
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 171
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 172
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 174
Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 174
Rear Seats........................................ 183
Armrest ........................................... 186
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items ................................................ 188
Interior Lights .................................. 188
Interior Convenience Items .............. 191
Heating and Cooling
*....................... 205
Climate Control System*.................. 210
* Not available on all models
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121Continued
Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the smart entry remote to start and stop
the engine, and to lock and unlock all the
doors and tailgate. You can also use the smart
entry system to lock an d unlock the doors and
tailgate.
■Keys
1 Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft. 2 Immobilizer System P. 144
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advi ce to prevent damage to
the electronics:
•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.
•Keep the keys away from liquids.
•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the smart entry system may not
work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
You can remotely start th e engine using the smart
entry remote.
2 Remote Engine Start
* P. 463
Models with remote engine start
Models with remote engine start
Models without remote engine
start
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uKey Types and Functions
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Controls
■Smart entry remote
The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the
doors when the smart entry remote battery
becomes weak or the power door lock/unlock
operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, pull it out while
sliding the release knob. To reinstall the built-
in key, push the built-in key into the smart
entry remote until it clicks.
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
Release Knob Built-in Key
■Key Number Tag1
Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Continued
Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
When you carry the smart entry remote, you
can lock/unlock the doors and the tailgate.
You can lock/unlock the doors within a radius
of about 32 inches (80 cm) of the outside door
handle. You can open the tailgate within
about 32 inches (80 cm) radius from the
tailgate release button.
■Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System
Except U.S. LX models
1 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
You can lock or unlock doors using the remote
transmitter or smart entry system only when the
power mode is in VEHICLE OFF.
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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Controls
■Locking the doors and tailgate
Press the door lock button on a front door or
the tailgate. u Some exterior lights flash; the beeper
sounds; all the doors and tailgate lock;
and the security system sets.1Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System
•Do not leave the smart entry remote in the vehicle
when you get out. Carry it with you.
•Even if you are not carrying the smart entry remote,
you can lock/unlock the doors and unlock the
tailgate while someone else with the remote is
within range.
•The door may be unlocked if the door handle is
covered with water in heavy rain or in a car wash if
the smart entry remote is within range.
•If you grip a door handle wearing gloves, the door
sensor may be slow to respond or may not respond
by unlocking the doors.
•The door may not open if you pull it immediately
after gripping the door handle. Grip the handle
again and confirm that th e door is unlocked before
pulling the handle.
•Even within the 32 inches (80 cm) radius, you may
not be able to lock/unlock the doors with the smart
entry remote if it is a bove or below the outside
handle.
•The smart entry remote may not operate if it is too
close to the door and door glass.
Door Lock Button
Door Lock Button
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