wiper blades 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
Maintenance (P555)
Under the Hood (P563)
● Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
● Check brake fluid.
● Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P575)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P581)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P585)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Continued
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT*, AUTO*, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■AUTO*
2 Automatic Intermittent Wipers* P. 164
■Adjusting wiper operation
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust wiper
operation.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the le ver for more than one
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two
or three more times to clear the windshield,
then stop.
■Windshield Wipers/Washers1 Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle starts moving, the wipers make a
single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor may stop motor operation
temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation
will return to normal within a few minutes, once the
circuit has returned to normal.
Intermittent Time
Adjustment Ring
MIST
INT
*: Low speed with
intermittent
AUTO
*: Automatic intermittent
operation OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
Lower speed, fewer sweeps
Higher speed, more sweeps
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 556
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..557
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 558
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 559
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 563
Opening the Hood ........................... 564
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 565
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 566
Oil Check ......................................... 567
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 568
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...569 Engine Coolant ................................ 571
Transmission Fluid ............................ 573
Brake Fluid ....................................... 574
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 574
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 575Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 581Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 585
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 586
Tire Labeling .................................... 586
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 588Wear Indicators................................ 590
Tire Service Life ................................ 590 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 591
Tire Rotation .................................... 592
Winter Tires ..................................... 593
Battery ............................................... 594
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 596
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 597Heating and Cooling System*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance............. 599Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 600
Exterior Care.................................... 602
* Not available on all models
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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.)
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 574
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 585
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 575
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 581
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all maintenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the multi-information display (MID).
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 561
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 647
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing ma intenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
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581Continued
Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and the hard surfaces
of the blade may scratch the window glass.
Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
1.Lift the driver side wiper arm first, then the
passenger side.
2. Place a cloth on the edge of the lock tab.
Push the lock tab up with a flat-tip screw
driver.
3. Slide the blade from the wiper arm.1Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper ar m; it may damage the
windshield.
Lock Tab
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
4. Slide the wiper blade out from its holder by
pulling the tabbed end out.
5. Remove the retainers from the rubber blade
that has been removed, and mount to a
new rubber blade.
u Correctly align the rubber protrusion and
the retainer grooves.
6. Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder
from the bottom end.
u The tab on the holder should fit in the
indent of the wiper blade.
7. Slide the wiper blade onto the wiper arm,
then push down the lock tab.
8. Lower the passenger side wiper arm first,
then the driver side.
Blade
Retainer Blade
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
Continued
Maintenance
Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
1.Raise the wiper arm off.
2. Slide the wiper blade out from the end with
the indent.
3. Remove the retainers from wiper blade and
mount to a new rubber blade.1Changing the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper ar m; it may damage the
windshield.
Blade
Retainer
Rubber
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Rear Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
4. Slide the wiper blade onto the holder.
u Make sure it is engaged correctly, then
install the wiper blade assembly onto the
wiper arm.
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Index
W
Wallpaper.......................................... 227, 248
Warning and Information Messages ......... 97
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ................ 624
Warning Labels ........................................... 75
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) ............................................... 645
Watts ......................................................... 638
Wear Indicators (Tire) ............................... 590
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ............ 611
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 301
Window Washers ...................................... 163
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 574
Switch ..................................................... 163
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............. 147
Windshield ................................................ 163
Cleaning .................................................. 603
Defrosting ............................................... 208
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 211
Washer Fluid............................................ 574
Wiper Blades ........................................... 581
Wipers and Washers ................................ 163
Winter Tires............................................... 593 Snow Tires ............................................... 593
Tire Chains .............................................. 593
Wipers and Washers ................................. 163
Automatic Intermittent Wipers................. 164
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 581
Front ....................................................... 163
Rear......................................................... 165
WMA ......................................... 236, 278, 291 Worn Tires
................................................ 585
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