emergency towing HONDA PILOT 2017 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. 143 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 146
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 152 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 172
Heating and Cooling
* P. 205 Climate Control System* P. 210
Audio System Basic Operation P. 224, 242 Audio Error Messages P. 310
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System* P. 322 Customized Features P. 351
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ® P. 415 Compass* P. 448
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 469 When Driving P. 471 Braking P. 539
Refueling P. 562 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 565
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 575 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 587
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 597 Battery P. 606 Remote Transmitter Care P. 608
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 611 Cleaning P. 613
Engine Does Not Start P. 629 Shift Lever Does Not Move* P. 632 Jump Starting P. 633
Fuses P. 642 Emergency Towing P. 647
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 650 Refueling P. 649
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 655 Reporting Safety Defects P. 656
Authorized Manuals P. 661 Customer Service Information P. 662
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 31
Instrument PanelP. 77
ControlsP. 119
FeaturesP. 217
DrivingP. 451
MaintenanceP. 567
Handling the UnexpectedP. 619
InformationP. 651
IndexP. 663
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Quick Reference Guide
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Handling the Unexpected (P619)
Flat Tire (P621)
● Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the compact spare tire
located under the cargo area.
Indicators Come On (P638)
● Identify the indica tor and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P629)
● If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P642)
● Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P636)
● 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 (P647)
● Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuIndicators u
Continued
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage
Transmission
Indicator
●The indicated current gear selection
blinks if there is a problem with the
transmission system.
●Avoid sudden start and acceleration, and
stop in a safe place immediately.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
●All the gear positions may light for
several seconds, and go off.
●When all the gear positions light,
immediately stop your vehicle in a safe
place.
●Indicators go off if there is no problem.
However, even if they go off, take your
vehicle to a dealer for inspection.
●The indicated current gear selection
or all the gear positions blink if there
is a problem with the transmission
system, and the vehicle no longer
moves.
●Immediately stop in a safe place.
2Emergency Towing P. 647●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
●The indicated current gear selection
or all the gear positions blink if you
cannot select
(P due to the
transmission system failure.
●The engine can be activated as a
temporary measure.
2 If the Transmission Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message*
P. 641
●Set the parking brake when parking.●Have your vehicle checked by a dealer
immediately.
Automatic transmission models with
electronic gear selector
Automatic transmission models with
electronic gear selector
Automatic transmission models with
electronic gear selector
Automatic transmission models with
electronic gear selector
* Not available on all models
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uuTowing a Trailer uTowing Your Vehicle
Driving
• Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the red (Hot) mark, turn off the
climate control system and reduce speed. Pull to the side of the road safely to cool
down the engine if necessary.
• Shift to the position if the transmission shifts frequently.
• Change the gear position to
(S position if the transmission shifts frequently.
If the vehicle tires slip when retrieving a boat from the water, keep the transmission
in
(D. This prevents damage to the transmission.
If the vehicle tires slip when retrieving a boat from the water, keep the transmission
in
(D and do not use the sequential shift mode in (S. This prevents damage to the
transmission.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refe r to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 647
■Driving in Hilly Terrain
■Retrieving a Boat
Automatic transmission models with shift lever
D4
Automatic transmission models with electronic gear selector
Automatic transmission models with shift lever
Automatic transmission models with electronic gear selector
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 620
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 621
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 629
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 630
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 631
Shift Lever Does Not Move*............ 632
Jump Starting .................................... 633 Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 636
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 638
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 638
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 639
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................................... 640
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ............................... 640
If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator Comes
On or Blinks........................................ 641
If the Transmission I ndicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message*.......... 641
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 642
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 646
Emergency Towing ........................... 647
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 648
RefuelingRefueling From a Portable Fuel Container .... 649
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 650
* 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. 630
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 152
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. 606●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 642
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with a
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. 471
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 143
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 113
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 646
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 647
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 633
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Low Tire Pressure/T ire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) Indicator Comes On or Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS
with Tire Fill Assist or the compact spare tire
* is installed, the indicator
blinks for about one minute, and then stays on.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The spec ified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire
* causes the indicator to blink, ch ange the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driving for a few miles (kilometers).
If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message*
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
There is a problem with the transmission.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
• Select
(N after starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the instrume nt panel and the indicator
on the
(N button light/blink.
u The engine cannot be turned on unless the parking brake is set.
2 Starting the Engine P. 471
1If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely unde rinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist provides visual and audible
assistance during tire pre ssure adjustment. With the
power mode in ON, while y ou adjust tire pressure up
or down, the system alerts you as follows:
Below recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and exterior lights flash once every five
seconds.
At recommended pressure: The beeper sounds
and exterior lights flash ra pidly for ~ five seconds.
Above recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and lights flash twice every three seconds.
1 If the Transmission Indicator Blinks along with the Warning
Message*
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 647
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Towing
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow your vehicle.
■Flat bed equipment
The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck.
This is the best way to transport your vehicle.
■Wheel lift equipment
The tow truck uses two pivoti ng arms that go under the front tires and lift them off
the ground. The rear tires remain on the ground. This is an acceptable way to
tow your vehicle.
1 Emergency Towing
NOTICE
Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers will
cause serious damage. The bumpers are not designed
to support the vehicle’s weight.
NOTICE
Improper towing such as towing behind a
motorhome or other motor vehicle can damage the
transmission.
Never tow your vehicle with just a rope or chain.
It is very dangerous since ropes or chains may shift
from side to side or break.
All models
2WD models
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Index
Sunglasses Holder.................................... 199
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 48
Indicator ................................................... 83
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ............................................ 4, 5, 152
SYNC Mode .............................................. 213
System Message Indicator ......................... 88
T
Tachometer.............................................. 113
Tailgate ..................................................... 135
Unable to Open ...................................... 650
Temperature Gauge .................................................... 113
Outside Temperature Display .................. 116
Temperature Gauge ................................ 113
Temperature Sensor ........................ 116, 216
Third Row Seat (Folding Down) .............. 185
Third Row Seat Access ............................. 183
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 198
Time (Setting) ........................................... 120
Tire Fill Assist ............................................ 641
Tires .......................................................... 597
Air Pressure..................................... 598, 653
Checking and Maintaining ...................... 597
Inspection ............................................... 597
Labeling .................................................. 598
Puncture (Flat Tire) .................................. 621
Regulations ............................................. 600
Rotation.................................................. 604 Spare Tire ........................................ 621, 653
Summer .................................................. 605
Tire Chains .............................................. 605
Wear Indicators ....................................... 602
Winter ..................................................... 605
Tools .......................................................... 620
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 458
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 462
Load Limits .............................................. 458
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 468
Emergency .............................................. 647
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist .......................... 535
Indicator ............................................ 86, 641
Tire Fill Assist ........................................... 641
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 466
Transmission ......................... 21, 23, 479, 481
Automatic ........................... 21, 23, 479, 481
Fluid ........................................................ 585
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 80, 483
Number ................................................... 654
Operating the Shift Lever ........................... 23
Sequential Mode ..................................... 487
Transmission Indicator ............................... 80
Trip Meter ................................................. 116
Troubleshooting ....................................... 619
Blown Fuse ...................... 642, 643, 644, 645
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 28
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 29
Emergency Towing .................................. 647
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 629
Noise When Braking .................................. 30 Overheating ............................................ 636
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 621
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 29, 133
Shift Lever Does Not Move ...................... 632
Warning Indicators .................................... 78
Turn Signals .............................................. 155
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 86
Turn-by-Turn Directions ........................... 117U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 192
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 124
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ................................................. 15, 131
USB Flash Drives ....................... 236, 290, 317
USB Port ............................................ 219, 324
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................... 7
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 654
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA ®).................. 527
Off Button............................................... 528
System Indicator ................................ 84, 527
Ventilation .............................................. 211
Ventilation ................................................ 205
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 578, 653
Voice Control Operation .......................... 263
Audio Commands ................................... 265
Climate Control Commands .................... 266
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