wiper blades 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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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P567)
Under the Hood (P575)
● 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 it up, and then raise the
hood. Once you have raised the food slightly, you can
release the lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P587)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P593)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P597)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
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*1/AUTO*2, LO,
HI)
Move the lever up or down to change the
wiper settings.
■Adjusting wiper operation
Turn the adjustment ri ng to adjust wiper
operation.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever for more than one
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two
or three more times to clear the windshield,
then stop.
*1 : Models with manual intermittent operation
*2 : Models with automatic intermittent operation
■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 se tting (+) 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
*1/AUTO*2OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
Lower speed, fewer sweeps
Higher speed, more sweeps
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 568
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..569
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 570
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 571
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 575
Opening the Hood ........................... 576
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 577
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 578
Oil Check ......................................... 579
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 580
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...581 Engine Coolant ................................ 583
Transmission Fluid ............................ 585
Brake Fluid ....................................... 586
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 586
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 587Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 593Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 597
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 598
Tire Labeling .................................... 598
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 600Wear Indicators................................ 602
Tire Service Life ................................ 602 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 603
Tire Rotation .................................... 604
Winter Tires ..................................... 605
Battery ............................................... 606
Remote Transmitter Care ................. 608
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 609Heating and Cooling System*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance............. 611Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 613
Exterior Care.................................... 615
Accessories and Modifications ........ 618
* 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 automatic transmi ssion fluid level monthly.
2Automatic Transmission Fluid P. 585
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 586
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 597
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 587
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 593
■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. 573
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. 661
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
Automatic transmission models with shift lever
All models
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593Continued
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 holder 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
General Commands ................................. 266
Music Search Commands......................... 266
On Screen Commands ............................. 266
Phone Commands ................................... 265
Useful Commands ................................... 265
Voice Portal Screen .................................. 264
Voice Recognition .................................... 263
W
Wallpaper.......................................... 227, 248
Warning and Information Messages ......... 97
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ................ 638
Warning Labels ........................................... 75
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) ............................................... 659
Watts ......................................................... 652
Wear Indicators (Tire) ............................... 602
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ............ 625
Wi-Fi Connection ...................................... 300
Window Washers ...................................... 164
Adding/Refilling Fluid ............................... 586
Switch ..................................................... 164
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............. 146
Windshield ................................................ 164
Cleaning .................................................. 616
Defrosting ............................................... 208
Defrosting/Defogging .............................. 211
Washer Fluid............................................ 586
Wiper Blades ........................................... 593
Wipers and Washers ................................ 164 Winter Tires
.............................................. 605
Snow Tires .............................................. 605
Tire Chains .............................................. 605
Wipers and Washers ................................. 164
Automatic Intermi ttent Wipers ................ 165
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 593
Front ....................................................... 164
Rear ........................................................ 166
WMA ......................................... 236, 278, 290
Worn Tires ................................................ 597
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