engine coolant HONDA PILOT 2019 Owner's Manual (in English)

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P633)
Under the Hood (P643)
● 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 hood slightly, you can
release the lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P655)
● Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P660)
● Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield.
Tires (P664)
● Inspect tires and wheels regularly.
● Check tire pressures regularly.
● Install snow tires for winter
driving.
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears when the temperature of the transmission
is starting to get too hot.
• The performance of the vehicle may be reduced.•Until the message disappears, reduce your speed and
allow the system to cool down.
•Appears if the battery charge becomes low.•Charge the battery.
•Appears when there is a pr oblem with the sensor on
the battery.• Have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Checking the Battery P. 673
•Appears along with the ch arging system indicator
when the battery is not charging.• Turn off the heating and cooling system*/climate
control system* and rear defogger to reduce electricity
consumption.
2 If the Charging System Indicator Comes On P. 707
•Appears when the scheduled maintenance is due
soon.
• Consequently, Maintenance Due Now and
Maintenance Past Due follow.
2Maintenance Minder Messages on the Driver
Information Interface P. 639
•Appears when the engine coolant temperature gets
abnormally high.2 Overheating P. 705
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicators uDriver Information Interface Wa rning and Information Messages
Continued
Instrument Panel
MessageConditionExplanation
•Appears when Auto Idle Stop Display ON has
been selected from the customization menu.
• Appears when Auto Idle Stop does not activate for
some reason.
• Appears when the engine restarts automatically.
• Appears when the battery temperature is around
14°F (−10°C) or lower.
• Appears when Auto Idle Stop does not activate
because the climate control sy stem is in use, and the
difference between the set temperature and actual
interior temperature becomes significant.
• Appears when Auto Idle Stop does not activate
because the engine coolant temperature is too low
or high.
• Appears when Auto Idle Stop does not activate
because the battery charge level is low.
2 Auto Idle Stop* P. 545
Models with electronic gear selector
* Not available on all models
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Instrument Panel
Gauges and Displays
Gauges
Gauges include the fuel gauge, temperature gauge, and related indicators. They are
displayed when the power mode is set to ON.
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.
■Fuel Gauge
■Temperature Gauge
1 Fuel Gauge
NOTICE
You should refuel when the reading approaches .
Running out of fuel can cause the engine to misfire,
damaging the cata lytic converter.
The actual amount of remain ing fuel may differ from
the fuel gauge reading.E
1 Temperature Gauge
NOTICE
Driving with the temperat ure gauge pointer in the
upper zone can cause serious engine damage. Pull
safely to the side of th e road and allow engine
temperature to return to normal. 2 Overheating P. 705
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uuHeating and Cooling*uUsing Vents, Heating and A/C
Controls
The heater uses heat from the engine coolant
to warm the air.
1. Adjust the fan speed using the fan control
switch.
2. Press the mode button to select .
3. Adjust the temperature using the
temperature control switch.
■To rapidly warm up the interior
1. Set the fan to the maximum speed.
2. Press the mode button to select .
3. Set the temperature to maximum heat.
4. Press the button (indicator on).
■To dehumidify the interior
When used in combination with the heat er, the air conditioning system makes the
interior warm and dry and can prev ent the windows from fogging up.
1. Adjust the fan speed using the fan control switch.
2. Press the A/C button to turn on the air conditioning.
3. Press the mode button to select .
4. Adjust the temperature using th e temperature control switch.
■Heating1Heating
When you select , th e mode automatically
switches to fresh air.
1 To rapidly warm up the interior
Change to fresh air mode as soon as the interior gets
warm enough. The windows may fog up if kept in
recirculation mode.
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uuGeneral Information on the Audio System uHonda App License Agreement
Continued
Features
E. Information Collection and Storage
1. Information Collection , Use, Transmission and Storage of Data. Consent to Use of Data:
You agree that HONDA and PROVIDERS may
collect and use your information gathered in any manner as part of product support services related to the SOFTWARE or related services.
HONDA may share such information with third parties, including, without limitation, PR OVIDERS, third party software and services
suppliers, their affiliates and/or their designated agents, solely to improve their products or to provide services or technolo gies to you.
HONDA, third party software and syst ems suppliers, their affiliates and/or their de signated agent may disclose this information to others,
but not in a form that pe rsonally identifies you.
2. Information Storage.
Depending on the type of multimedia system you have in your VEHICLE, certain information may be stored for ease
of use of the SOFTWARE including, without limitation, search hi story, location history in certain applications, previous and saved
destinations, map locations within certain applicat ions, and device numbers and contact information.
(a) Vehicle Health Information.
Your VEHICLE may remotely transmit information re garding the status and health of your VEHICLE
(“VEHICLE INFORMATION”) to HONDA without notification to you. VEHICLE INFORMATION may contain VEHICLE maintenance and
malfunction status that is derived from VEHICLE diagnostic data and includes, but is not limited to, status of powered doors and windows,
battery life data, battery charging data, VE HICLE speed, coolant temperature, air comp ressor revolution, output power, warning codes,
diagnostic trouble codes, fuel injection volume, and engine rota tions per minute. VEHICLE HEALTH INFORMATION may be used by HON DA
for research and development, to deliver HONDA SERVICES and informat ion to you, and to contact you, and is retained only for a period
of time necessary to fulfill these goals.
(b) VEHICLE Geolocation Data (non-navigation/map based).
If you opt-in to geolocation-based SERVICES, your vehicle’s geolocation data
(latitude and longitude) will be automatically sent from your VEHICLE to HONDA and PROVIDERS.
(c) You understand that the inputting or uploading of information to your VEHICLE’s multimedia system or the SOFTWARE or SERVIC ES is
at your own risk and that HONDA is not responsible for unauthori zed access to or use of any personal or other information. All information
uploaded to the SOFTWARE and SERVICES may be stored on your VEHICLES’s multimedia system and you understand that the security and
safety of your VEHICLE’s multimedia system is your sole responsibility.
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
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Driving
■To stop the engine1Remote Engine Start*
•The hood is open, or any door or the tailgate is
unlocked.
•You have already used the remote twice to start
the engine.
•Another registered smart entry remote is in the
vehicle.
•There is any antenna failure.•The door is unlocked with the built-in key.
•The engine oil pressure is low.
•The engine coolant temper ature is extremely high.•The telematics* unit malfunctions.
•The security system alarm is not set.
The engine may stop whil e it is running if:
•You do not start the vehicl e within 10 minutes of
starting the engine with the smart entry remote.
•The engine is stopped by using the smart entry
remote.
•There is any antenna failure.
•The security system alarm is not set.•Door is unlocked with the built-in key.
•The hood is open, or any door, or the tailgate is
unlocked.
•Any door is open.
•The telematics* unit malfunction.
•The engine coolant temper ature is extremely high.•The battery is low.
Press and hold the
button for
one second.
Go within the range,
and try again.
The exterior lights will not flash when the remote
is out of the smart entry system range.
The engine will not stop.
The exterior lights flash once if the engine stops
successfully.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle Stop*
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Driving
To turn the Auto Idle Stop system off, press
this button. The Auto Idle Stop system stops.
u Auto Idle Stop system will stop and the
indicator (Amber) will come on.
The Auto Idle Stop syst em is turned on every
time you start the engine, even if you turned it
off the last time you drove the vehicle.
The vehicle stops with the gear position in
(D and the brake pedal depressed.
When you put the transmission into
(P, the Auto Idle Stop continues to operate,
even if the brake pedal is released.
u If you change the gear position, th e engine may automatically restarts.
■Auto Idle Stop does not activate when:
• The Auto Idle Stop OFF button is pressed.
• The driver’s seat belt is not fastened.
• The engine coolant temperature is low or high.
• The transmission fluid temperature is low or high.
• The vehicle comes to a stop again befo re the vehicle speed reaches 3 mph (5
km/h) after the engine starts.
• Stopped on a steep incline.
• A gear position other than
(D.
■Auto Idle Stop System ON/OFF1Auto Idle Stop System ON/OFF
Press the Auto Idle Stop OFF button to restart the
engine from the idling stop.
■Auto Idle Stop Activates When:1 Auto Idle Stop Activates When:
Do not open a hood, during idling stop. If the hood is
opened, the engine will not restart automatically.
In this case, restart the engine with the ENGINE
START/STOP button.
2 Starting the Engine P. 527
Pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button changes
the power mode to ACCESSORY even while Auto Idle
Stop is in operation. Once in ACCESSORY, the engine
no longer restarts automatica lly. Follow the standard
procedure to start the engine. 2 Starting the Engine P. 527
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 634
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..635
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 636
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 637
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 643
Opening the Hood ........................... 644
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 645
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 646
Oil Check ......................................... 647
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 648
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...649 Engine Coolant ................................ 651
Transmission Fluid ............................ 653
Brake Fluid ....................................... 654
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 654
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 655Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 660Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 664
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 665
Tire Labeling .................................... 665
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 667Wear Indicators................................ 669
Tire Service Life ................................ 669 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 670
Tire Rotation .................................... 671
Winter Tires ..................................... 672
Battery ............................................... 673
Remote Transmitter Care ................. 675
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 676Heating and Cooling System*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance............. 678Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 680
Exterior Care.................................... 682
Accessories and Modifications ........ 685
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
they are noisy.
Maintenance Minder Message
System Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main Item
U.S. models
*1: If the message Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display
is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 730.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and
from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under
-20°F, -29°C), replace every 60,000 miles (U.S.) /100,000 km (Canada).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA®)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of
mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*6: If a Maintenance Minder message does not appear more than 36 months after the display for item 7 is reset, change the brake fluid every 3 years.
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●Replace transmission fluid and transfer fluid*
4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *5
7●Replace brake fluid*6
* Not available on all models
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