automatic transmission HONDA PILOT 2018 (in English) Owner's Guide

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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. 601
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 602
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 613
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 603
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 609
■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 ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the multi-information display (MID).
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 589
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. 677
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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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change th e automatic transmission fluid yourself.
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)
Specified fluid: Honda Automatic Transmission Fl uid ATF-TYPE 3.1 or
higher
1 Automatic Transmission Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic
transmission fluid) with other transmission
fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Honda ATF
DW-1 (automatic transmissi on fluid) may adversely
affect the operation and dur ability of your vehicle's
transmission, and da mage the transmission.
Any damage caused by usi ng a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic
transmission fluid) is not covered by Honda's new
vehicle warranty.
Do not mix Honda ATF-TYPE 3.1 (or higher) with
other transmission fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Honda ATF-
TYPE 3.1 (or higher) may adversely affect the
operation and durability of your vehicle’s
transmission, and da mage the transmission.
Any damage caused by usi ng a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Honda ATF-TYPE 3.1 (or higher) is
not covered by Honda’s new vehicle warranty.
Automatic transmission models with shift lever
Automatic transmission models with electronic gear
selector
Automatic transmission models with shift lever
Automatic transmission models with electronic gear selector
All models
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Continued
Maintenance
Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehi cle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• Fold in the door mirrors.
• Turn off the automatic intermittent wipers
*.
Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
If you use a conveyor type automati c car wash, keep the transmission in
(N position.
2If you want to keep the transmission in (N position [car wash mode] P. 501
•Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Car Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents. It can
cause a malfunction.
Do not spray water onto the capless unit when the
fuel fill door is open. It ca n cause damage to the fuel
system or engine.
Air Intake Vents
Automatic transmission models with electronic gear selector
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe plac e. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possib le to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.
1. Park the vehicle on firm, level, non-slip pery surface and apply the parking brake.
2. Change the gear position to
(P.
2. Move the shift lever to
(P.
3. Turn on the hazard warning lights an d set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
1 Changing a Flat Tire
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm
2)
When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.
The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not us e another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.
Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.
Do not use a puncture-repairi ng agent on a flat tire,
as it can damage the tire pressure sensor.
Automatic transmission models with electronic gear selector
Automatic transmission models with shift lever
All models
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uuEngine Does Not Start uEmergency Engine Stop
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Engine Stop
The ENGINE START/STOP button may be used to stop the engine due to an
emergency situation even while driving. If you must stop the engine, do either of the
following operations:
• Press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button for about two seconds.
• Firmly press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice.
The steering wheel will not lock. However, because turning off the engine disables
the power assist the engine provides to the steering and braking systems, it will
require significantly more physical effort an d time to steer and slow the vehicle. Use
both feet on the brake pedal to slow down the vehicle and stop immediately in a
safe place.
The gear position auto matically changes to
(P after the vehicle comes to a complete
stop. Then, the power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
The gear position auto matically changes to
(P after the vehicle comes to a complete
stop. Then press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without depressing the
brake pedal to change the mode VEHICLE OFF.
The power mode is in ACCESSORY when the engine is stopped.
To change the mode to VEHICLE OF F, change the gear position to
(P after the
vehicle comes to a complete stop.
Then press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without depressing the brake
pedal.
1 Emergency Engine Stop
Do not press the button while driving unless it is
absolutely necessary for th e engine to be switched
off.
Automatic transmission models with electronic gear selector for U.S. models
Automatic transmission models with elec tronic gear selector for Canadian models
Automatic transmission models with shift lever
Automatic transmission models with shift lever for Canadian models
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Brake Fluid
■ Automatic Transmission Fluid
■ Automatic Transmission Fluid
■ Rear Differential Fluid
*
■Transfer Assembly Fluid*
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda ATF DW-1 (automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 3.3 US qt (3.1 L)
SpecifiedHonda Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF-TYPE
3.1 or higher
Capacity Change 3.5 US qt (3.3 L)
SpecifiedHonda DPSF-II
Capacity Change 1.92 US qt (1.82 L)
Specified·Honda Hypoid Gear Oil HGO-1·Hypoid gear oil SAE 75W-85 or SAE 90 (API
grade GL4 or GL5)
CapacityChange0.45 US qt (0.43 L)
Automatic transmission models with shift lever
Automatic transmission models with electronic
gear selector
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
*1: Automatic transmission models with shift lever
*2: Automatic transmission models with electronic gear selector
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity
Change5.4 US qt (5.1 L)Change
including
filter5.7 US qt (5.4 L)
SpecifiedHonda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.88 US gal (7.13 L)*1 1.93 US gal (7.3 L)*2
(change including the remaining 0.19 US gal
(0.72 L) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Model with 18 inch wheel
*2: Model with 20 inch wheel
RegularSize245/60R18 105H*1
245/50R20 102H*2
Pressure32 (220 [2.2])*1
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])35 (240 [2.4])*2
Compact
SpareSizeT165/80D17 104MPressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular18 x 8J*1
20 x 8J*2
Compact Spare17 x 4T
* Not available on all models
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Information
Identification Numbers
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number,
and Transmission Number
Your vehicle has a 17-digit vehicle identification number (V IN) used to register your
vehicle for warranty purposes, and for licensing and insuring your vehicle.
The locations of your vehicle’s VIN, en gine number, and transmission number are
shown as follows:1 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Engine Number, and
Transmission Number
The interior vehicle identification number (VIN) is
located under the cover.
Cover
Vehicle Identification Number
Engine Number
Certification Label/Vehicle Identification Number
Automatic Transmission
Number
*
Automatic Transmission
Number*
Vehicle Identification
Number*
* Not available on all models
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Index
USB Flash Drives ...................... 240, 294, 321
USB Port .................................................. 223
Voice Operation....................................... 267
Wallpaper Setup .............................. 231, 252
Wi-Fi Connection ..................................... 304
Audio/Information Screen ................ 229, 247
Authorized Manuals ................................. 677
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 134
Customize ............................................... 392
Auto High-Beam System .......................... 163
Auto high-beam system Indicator ............. 87
Auto Idle-stop ........................................... 505
OFF Button .............................................. 506
Auto Idle-stop Indicator (Green) ............... 90
Auto Idle-stop System Indicator (Amber) .. 90
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 168
Automatic Lighting .................................. 160
Automatic Transmission ........................... 494
Creeping ................................................. 494
Fluid ........................................................ 601
Kickdown ................................................ 494
Operating the Shift Button....................... 499
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 648
Shift Lever Operation ............................... 496
Shifting............................................ 495, 497
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 224
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 116B
Back-Up Light........................................... 608
Battery ...................................................... 622
Charging System Indicator................. 79, 654
Jump Starting .......................................... 649
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 622
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 37
Beverage Holders ..................................... 198
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........ 546
Indicator.................................................... 94
Bluetooth® Audio............................. 243, 297
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®............. 406, 431
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System ..................................................... 338
Audio Sources for Front and Rear Seats ... 359
Auxiliary Console Panel ........................... 339
DVD or Blu-ray
TM Player Error Messages ... 366
Front Control Panel Operation ................. 352
HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 340
Initial Settings.......................................... 350
Operating the Blu-ray/DVD rear entertainment system ............................ 352
Operating the System .............................. 341
Overhead Screen ..................................... 341
Playable Disc Region Codes ..................... 364
Playable Disc Types .................................. 364
Playable Discs .......................................... 360
Playing a Disc in the Rear......................... 358
Playing a DVD/Blu-ray
TM........................... 342
Playing AM/FM Radio in the Rear............. 357 Playing an iPod and a USB Flash Drive in
the Rear ................................................ 358
Playing Audio.......................................... 356
Playing SiriusXM ® Radio in the Rear ........ 357
Rear DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu ................... 343
Rear System Setup .................................. 353
Recommended Discs ............................... 365
Screen and Surround Settings ................. 346
Selecting the Audio S ource using Front
Control Panel ........................................ 352
Setting the DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu ......... 354
System Controls .............................. 342, 356
USB Ports ................................................ 340
Wireless Headphones .............................. 338
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 73
Brake System ............................................ 555
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 557
Brake Assist System................................. 558
Brake System Indicator .............................. 78
Fluid ....................................................... 602
Foot Brake .............................................. 556
Indicator ........................................... 78, 656
Parking Brake.......................................... 555
Brake System (Amber) Indicator ................................................... 78
Brake System (Red) Indicator ........................................... 78, 656
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 170
Bulb Replacement .................................... 603
Back-Up Light ......................................... 608
Brake Light and Turn Signal Lights .......... 607
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Index
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 605
Fog Lights ............................................... 606
Front Side Marker Lights ......................... 605
Front Turn Signal Lights .......................... 606
Headlights .............................................. 603
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 608
Parking Lights ................................. 605, 606
Rear License Plate Lights ......................... 608
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights .................................................... 606
Taillight and Rear Side Marker Lights....... 607
Bulb Specifications ................................... 668
C
Car Wash Mode........................................ 501
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 74
Carrying Cargo ................................. 469, 471
CD Player .................................................. 282
Certification Label ................................... 670
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 603
Charging System Indicator ................ 79, 654
Child Safety ................................................ 58
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 133
Child Seat ................................................... 58
Booster Seats ............................................ 73
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 60
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 61
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt ................................................. 67
Larger Children ......................................... 72 Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 60
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 62
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 133
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 631
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 629
Climate Control System ............................ 214
Changing the Mode ................................ 214
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 215
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 628
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 215
Sensors .................................................... 220
Synchronization Mode ............................. 217
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 214
Clock .......................................................... 120
Coat Hook ................................................. 202
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) .................................................. 559
Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM)
Indicator .............................................. 95, 96
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 637, 669
Compass .................................................... 465
Console Compartment ............................. 195
Controls ..................................................... 119
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 599
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 600
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 599
Overheating ............................................ 652
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 494
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 574 Cruise Control
........................................... 513
CRUISE CONTROL Indicator ....................... 88
CRUISE MAIN Indicator.............................. 88
Indicator.................................................... 88
Cup Holders .............................................. 198
Customer Service Information ................. 678
Customized Features ................................ 367
D
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 166
Dead Battery ............................................. 649
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 402
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 212, 215
Detachable Anchor .................................... 42
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 671
Dimming
Headlights ............................................... 159
Rearview Mirror....................................... 175
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 595
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 158
Display Button .......................................... 247
Door Mirrors ............................................. 176
Doors ......................................................... 121
Auto Door Locking .................................. 134
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 134
Door Open Message.................................. 36
Keys ........................................................ 121
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .............................................. 15, 131
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Index
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .................................................. 124
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 130
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 616
Driving ....................................................... 467
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 518
Automatic Transmission ........................... 494
Braking .................................................... 555
Cruise Control ......................................... 513
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 485
Shifting Gear ........................................... 497
Starting the Engine .................................. 487
Driving Position Memory System ............. 172
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 628
E
Eco Assist® System ....................................... 10
ECON Button ............................................. 510
ECON Mode Indicator ................................. 94
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 86, 656
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 543
Emergency ................................................. 663
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 673
Engine Coolant ................................................... 599
Jump Starting .......................................... 649
Number ................................................... 670
Oil ........................................................... 594
Remote Engine Start ................................ 489 Starting ................................................... 487
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 593
Engine Coolant ......................................... 599
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 600
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 599
Overheating ............................................ 652
Temperature Gauge ................................ 113
Engine Oil ................................................. 594
Adding .................................................... 596
Checking................................................. 595
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 587
Engine Oil Life ......................................... 117
Low Oil Pressure Indicator ................. 79, 654
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 594
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 155
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ............................................... 86, 656
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 74
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 631
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 176
F
Features.................................................... 221
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 628
Oil ........................................................... 597
Flat Tire ..................................................... 637
Floor Mats ................................................. 630
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 601 Brake ...................................................... 602
Engine Coolant ....................................... 599
Windshield Washer ................................. 602
FM/AM Radio ................................... 235, 271
Fog Lights ................................................. 162
Indicator ................................................... 87
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ...... 187
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 188
Foot Brake ................................................ 556
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 48
Front Seats ................................................ 177
Adjusting ................................................ 177
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 516
Fuel ..................................................... 24, 579
Economy................................................. 582
Gauge .................................................... 113
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 117
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 82
Range ..................................................... 117
Recommendation.................................... 579
Refueling ................................................ 579
Fuel Economy ........................................... 582
Fuel Fill Cap .............................................. 581
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 24, 580
Unable to Unlock .................................... 664
Fuses ......................................................... 658
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 662
Locations ........................ 658, 659, 660, 661
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