trailer HONDA PILOT 2016 3.G Owners Manual

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 manu al (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. 31
For Safe Driving P. 32 Seat Belts P. 37 Airbags P. 45
2Instrument Panel P. 77
Indicators P. 78 Gauges and Multi-Information Display (MID) P. 113
2Controls P. 119
Clock P. 120 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 121
Opening and Closing the Moonroof* P. 149
Adjusting the Mirrors P. 171 Adjusting the Seats P. 174
Climate Control System
* P. 210
2 Features P. 217
Audio System P. 218
General Information on the Audio System P. 308
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver
* P. 378 Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 381
2 Driving P. 441
Before Driving P. 442 Towing a Trailer P. 448
Parking Your Vehicle P. 540Multi-view rear camera* P. 549
2Maintenance P. 555
Before Performing Maintenance P. 556 Maintenance MinderTM P. 559
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 581
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
* P. 597
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 605
Tools P. 606 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 607
Overheating P. 622 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 624
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 634
2 Information P. 637
Specifications P. 638 Identification Numbers P. 640
Emissions Testing P. 643 Warranty Coverages P. 645
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Quick Reference Guide
Automatic transmission models with shift lever
Release Button
Depress the brake pedal and press the
release button to move out of
( P.
Move the shift lever without pressing
the release button. Press the release button to move the
shift lever.
Automatic Transmission (P469)
● Shift to
(P and depress the brake pedal when starting the engine.
● Shifting
Park
Turn off or start the engine.
Transmission is locked.
Reverse
Used when reversing.
Neutral
Transmission is not locked.
Drive
Normal driving.
Shift Lever
Intelligent Traction
Management ButtonLow●Used to further increase engine braking.●Used when going up or down hills.
Drive (D4)
Press the button while the shift lever is in
(D.
Used when:
●Going up or down hills.●Towing a trailer in hilly terrain.
D4
ButtonD4
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uuIndicators u
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Vehicle Stability
Assist (VSA ®)
System Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds
when you set the power mode to
ON, then goes off.
●Blinks when VSA ®, or trailer
stability assist is active.
●Comes on if there is a problem
with the VSA ®, hill start assist,
trailer stability assist or brake
lighting system.
●Stays on constantly - Have your vehicle
checked by a dealer.
2 Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®), aka
Electronic Stability Control (ESC),
System P. 515
2 Trailer Stability Assist P. 456
2 Hill start assist system P. 466
●When Trailer Stability Assist Problem is
displayed on the MID, the VSA ® does not
activate.
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Driving
This chapter discusses driving, refueling, and information on items such as accessories.
Before Driving................................... 442
Towing a Trailer ................................ 448
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ..... 459
When Driving Starting the Engine .......................... 461
Automatic Transmission ................... 468
Shifting ............................................ 469
Auto Idle-stop
*................................ 479
Intelligent Traction Management*.... 484
Cruise Control ................................. 486
Front Sensor Camera
*...................... 489
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*....... 491Road Departure Mi tigation (RDM)
System*...................................... 502Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*.. 507
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System ............. 515
Agile Handling Assist System............ 517
Blind spot inform ation (BSI) System*.... 518
LaneWatchTM*.................................. 520Intelligent VTM4 (i-VTM4)*................. 522Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - Required Federal Explanation ......... 525
Braking
Brake System ................................... 527
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ........... 529
Brake Assist System.......................... 530
Collision Mitigati on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM)*..................................... 531 Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped ................................ 540
Parking Sensor System
*................... 541
Cross Traffic Monitor*..................... 545
Multi-view rear camera*.................. 549
Refueling
Fuel Information .............................. 550
How to Refuel ................................. 551
Fuel Economy .................................... 552
Accessories and Modifications ........ 553
* Not available on all models
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uuBefore Driving uDriving Preparation
Driving
• Store or secure all items on board properly.
u Carrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle’s
handling, stability, sto pping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2Maximum Load Limit P. 445
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
u They can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
• Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.
u An object or unsecured floor mat can in terfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
• If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
u They may interfere with driv ing and a crash could occur.
• Securely close and lock al l doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 131
•Adjust your seating position properly.
u Adjust the head restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats P. 174
2 Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 179
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wh eel properly for your driving.
u Adjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2 Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 170
2 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 171
■Interior Checks1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. Howeve r, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
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Driving
Maximum Load Limit
The maximum load for your ve hicle is 1,173 lbs (532 kg).
The maximum load for your ve hicle is 1,340 lbs (608 kg).
See Tire and Loading Information label attached to the driver’s
doorjamb.
This figure includes the total weig ht of all occupants, cargo, and
accessories, and the tongue load if you are towing a trailer.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit -
(1) Locate the statement “The comb ined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your
vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers
that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers
from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
1Maximum Load Limit
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, all a ccessories, all cargo, and the tongue
load. 2 Specifications P. 638
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR):
The maximum allowable weight of the vehicle axle. 2 Specifications P. 638
3WARNING
Overloading or improper loading
can affect handling and stability
and cause a crash in which you
can be hurt or killed.
Follow all load limits and other
loading guidelines in this manual.
ELITE and TRG grade with AWD models
Except ELITE and TRG grade with AWD models
All models
Label Example
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Driving
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and
luggage load capacity. For example, if the “XXX” amount
equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. passengers in
your vehicle, the amount of av ailable cargo and luggage load
capacity is 650 lbs.
(1,400 - 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being
loaded on the vehicle. That we ight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a tra iler, load from your trailer will
be transferred to your vehicl e. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage
load capacity of your vehicle.
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uuBefore Driving uMaximum Load Limit
Driving
In addition, the total weight of the vehicle, all occupants,
accessories, cargo, and trailer tongue load must not exceed the
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross Axle Weight
Rating (GAWR). Both are on a label on the driver’s doorjamb.
Load Limits Example
Example1
Max Load 1,173 lbs (532 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 2 = 300 lbs (68 kg x 2 = 136 kg) Cargo Weight
873 lbs
(396 kg)
Example2 Max Load 1,173 lbs (532 kg) Passenger Weight
150 lbs x 5 = 750 lbs (68 kg x 5 = 340 kg) Cargo Weight
423 lbs
(192 kg)
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Driving
Towing a Trailer
Towing Preparation
Your vehicle can tow a trailer if you carefully observe the load limits, use the proper
equipment, and follow the towing guidelin es. Check the load limits before driving.
■Total trailer weight
Do not exceed the maximum allowable
weight of the trailer, cargo, and everything in
or on it shown in the table.
Towing loads in excess of this can seriously
affect vehicle handling and performance and
can damage the engine and drivetrain.
Each weight limit is calculated based on the following conditions:
• Occupants fill seats from the front of the vehicle to the back
• Each occupant weights 150 lbs (68 kg)
• Each occupant has 15 lbs (7 kg) of cargo in the cargo area
Any additional weight, cargo or accessori es reduce the maximum trailer weight and
maximum tongue load.
■Towing Load Limits1 Towing Load Limits
Check if all loads are within limits at a public scale.
If a public scale is not available, add the estimated
weight of your cargo load to the weight of your
trailer (as quoted by the manufacturer), and then
measure the tongue load with an appropriate scale or
tongue gauge or estima te it based on cargo
distribution.
Refer to the trailer owner’s manual for additional
information.
Break-in Period
Avoid towing a trailer duri ng your vehicle’s first 600
miles (1,000 km).
Never exceed the gross weight ratings.
Gross weight information 2 Vehicle Specifications P. 638
3WARNING
Exceeding any load limit or improperly
loading your vehicle and trailer can cause a
crash in which you can be seriously hurt or
killed.
Check the loading of your vehicle and
trailer carefully before starting to drive.
Total Load
Number of
occupantsAWD models with ATF coolerAWD models
without ATF cooler2WD models
25,000 lbs (2,268 kg)3,500 lbs (1,588 kg)3,500 lbs (1,588 kg)
34,750 lbs (2,155 kg)3,250 lbs (1,474 kg)3,250 lbs (1,474 kg)
44,500 lbs (2,041 kg)3,000 lbs (1,361 kg)3,000 lbs (1,361 kg)
54,250 lbs (1,928 kg)2,750 lbs (1,247 kg)2,750 lbs (1,247 kg)
64,000 lbs (1,814 kg)2,500 lbs (1,134 kg)2,500 lbs (1,134 kg)
72,500 lbs (1,134 kg)2,250 lbs (1,021 kg)2,250 lbs (1,021 kg)
8Towing not recommended
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Preparation
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Driving
■Tongue load
The weight of the tongue with a fully loaded
trailer on the hitch should be approximately:
Boat trailers: 5 – 15% of the total trailer
weight
Other trailers: 10 – 15% of total trailer weight
To n gue LoadTongue Load
Number of
occupantsAWD models with or without ATF cooler2WD models
2500 lbs (227 kg)350 lbs (159 kg)
3475 lbs (215 kg)325 lbs (147 kg)
4450 lbs (204 kg)300 lbs (136 kg)
5375 lbs (170 kg)275 lbs (125 kg)
6250 lbs (113 kg)240 lbs (109 kg)
7125 lbs (57 kg)115 lbs (52 kg)
8Towing not recommended
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