remote control HONDA PILOT 2017 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
Moonroof* P. 148 Panoramic Roof* P. 149
Adjusting the Seats P. 174 Interior Ligh ts/Interior Convenience Items P. 188
2Features P. 217
Audio System P. 218
General Information on the Audio System P. 314
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver
* P. 387 Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 390
2 Driving P. 451
Before Driving P. 452 Towing a Trailer P. 458
Parking Your Vehicle P. 552Multi-view rear camera* P. 561
2Maintenance P. 567
Before Performing Maintenance P. 568 Maintenance MinderTM P. 571
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 593
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
* P. 609
Accessories and Modifications P. 618
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 619
Tools P. 620 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 621
Overheating P. 636 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 638
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 648
2 Information P. 651
Specifications P. 652 Identification Numbers P. 654
Emissions Testing P. 657 Warranty Coverages P. 659
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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❙Headlights/Turn Signals (P155, 156)
❙Fog Lights* (P159)
❙LaneWatchTM * (P532)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift down)* (P488)
❙Audio Remote Controls (P222)
❙Wipers/Washers (P164)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift up)* (P488)
❙Brightness Control (P167)
❙Cruise Control Buttons (P497)
❙Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Buttons*
(P502)
❙Interval Button* (P509)
❙Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Button*
(P521)
❙RESET Button (P114)
❙Horn (Press an area around .)
❙ (Information) Button (P114)
❙Navigation System Voice Control Buttons*
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® System Voice Control Buttons (P390, 415)
❙Heated Steering Wheel Button* (P200)
* Not available on all models
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Quick Reference Guide
Audio Remote Controls
(P222)
●
(+ / ( - Button
Press to adjust the volume up/down.
● SOURCE Button
Press to change the audio mode:
FM1/FM2/AM/USB/iPod/
Bluetooth ® Audio/AUX
Press to change the audio mode:
FM/AM/SiriusXM ®/CD
*/USB/iPod/
Pandora®*/Apple CarPlayTM/Android
AutoTM/Bluetooth ® Audio/AUX/REAR
VIDEO*/REAR HDMI*/Audio Apps
( + / (- Button
SOURCE
Button
/ Button
Models with color audio system
Models with Display Audio
● / Button
Radio: Press to change the preset station. Press and hold to select the next or
previous strong station.
CD
*/USB device: Press to skip to the beginning of
the next song or return to the
beginning of the current song.
Press and hold to change a folder.
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Controls
This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock.................................................. 120
Locking and Unlocking the Doors Key Types and Functions .................. 121
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 124
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength ..... 123Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 131
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 133
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 134
Opening and Closing the Tailgate ... 135
Security System
Immobilizer System .......................... 143
Security System Alarm ...................... 143
Opening and Closing the Windows.... 146
Moonroof*.............................................. 148Panoramic Roof*............................... 149
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering Wheel ENGINE START/STOP Button............. 152
Turn Signals ..................................... 155
Light Switches.................................. 156
Fog Lights
*...................................... 159
Auto High-Beam System*................ 160
Daytime Running Lights ................... 163
Wipers and Washers ........................ 164
Brightness Control ........................... 167
Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
*........ 168
Driving Position Memory System*.... 169
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 171 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 172
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 173
Adjusting the Seats Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 174
Rear Seats........................................ 183
Armrest ........................................... 186
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items
Interior Lights .................................. 188
Interior Convenience Items .............. 191
Heating and Cooling
*....................... 205
Climate Control System*.................. 210
* Not available on all models
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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. 143
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. 473
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
122
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 uLow Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
Controls
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
The vehicle transmits radio waves to loca te the smart entry remote when locking/
unlocking the doors and tailgate, or to start the engine.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors and tailgate, or starting the
engine may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:
• Strong radio waves are being transmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the smart entry remo te together with telecommunications
equipment, laptop computers, ce ll phones, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touching or covering the smart entry remote.1Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
Communication between the smart entry remote and
the vehicle consumes the smart entry remote’s
battery.
The smart entry remote batte ry lasts about two years.
This changes by how often you use the remote.
The battery is consumed whenever the smart entry
remote is receivi ng strong radio wave s. Avoid placing
it near electrical appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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
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.
•After locking the door, you have up to 2 seconds
during which you can pull the door handle to
confirm whether the door is locked. If you need to
unlock the door immediately after locking it, wait
at least 2 seconds befo re gripping the handle,
otherwise the door will not unlock.
•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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