HONDA PILOT 2020 Owner's Manual (in English)

Owner’s Manual
2020 PILOT

Event Data Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR).
The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near
crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a
road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s
systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related
to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of
time, typically 30 seconds or le ss. The EDR in this vehicle is
designed to record such data as:
• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;
• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were
buckled/fastened;
3WARNING
California Proposition 65 Warning
Operating, servicing and maintaining a
passenger vehicle or off-highway motor
vehicle can expose you to chemicals including
engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
phthalates, and lead, which are known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To
minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust,
do not idle the engine except as necessary,
service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area
and wear gloves or wash your hands
frequently when servicing your vehicle. For
more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.
• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator
and/or brake pedal; and,
• How fast the vehicle was traveling.
These data can help provide a better understanding of the
circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. NOTE: EDR data
are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation
occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving
conditions and no personal data (e.g., name, gender, age, and
crash location) are recorded. Howeve r, other parties, such as law
enforcement, could co mbine the EDR data with the type of
personally identifying data rout inely acquired during a crash
investigation.
To read data recorded by an ED R, special equipment is required,
and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the
vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that
have the special equipment, can re ad the information if they have
access to the vehicle or the EDR.
The data belongs to the vehicle ow ner and may not be accessed by
anyone else except as legally requir ed or with the permission of the
vehicle owner.
Service Diagnostic Recorders
This vehicle is equipped with se rvice-related devices that record
information about powertrain perfo rmance. The data can be used
to verify emissions law requirem ents and/or help technicians
diagnose and solve service problems. It may also be combined with
data from other sources for res earch purposes, but it remains
confidential. Some diagnostic and maintenance information is
uploaded to Honda upon vehicle start up.
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California Perchlorate Contamination Prevention Act
The airbags, seat belt tensioners, and CR type batteries in this
vehicle may contain perchlorate materials - special handling may
apply. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard ouswaste/perchlorate/
As you read this manual, you will find information that is preceded
by a symbol. This information is intended to help you avoid
damage to your vehicle, othe r property, or the environment.
Software End User License Agreement
Your vehicle comes equipped with software, which is governed by
the End User License Agreement in Owner’s Manual, and which
contains a binding arbitration clau se. Please refer to the End User
License Agreement for the terms and conditions governing your
use of the installed software, as we ll as the applications, services,
functions, and content provided through the software. Your use of
the installed software wi ll serve as your consent to the terms and
conditions of the End User License Agreement.
You may opt out within 30 days of your initial use of the Software
by sending a signed, written noti ce to HONDA at American Honda
Motor Co., Inc. Honda Automobile Customer Services Mail Stop
100-5E-8A, 1919 Torrance Blvd. Torrance, CA 90501-2746.
Privacy Notice
This vehicle may share location a nd usage information. To manage
this setting, visit www.hondalink.com/vehicle-data-choices .
A Few Words About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And
operating this vehicle safely is an important responsibility.
NOTICE
To help you make informed de cisions about safety, we have
provided operating procedures and other information on labels and
in this manual. This information alerts you to potential hazards that
could hurt you or others.
Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. You
must use your own good judgment.
You will find this impo rtant safety information in a variety of forms,
including:
● Safety Labels - on the vehicle.
● Safety Messages - preceded by a safety alert symbol
3 and
one of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING , or CAUTION .
These signal words mean:
● Safety Headings - such as Important Safety Precautions.
● Safety Section - such as Safe Driving.
● Instructions - how to use this vehi cle correctly and safely.
This entire book is filled with important safety information - please
read it carefully.
3 DANGERYou WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don't follow instructions.
3 WARNINGYou CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don't follow instructions.
3CAUTIONYou CAN be HURT if you don't follow
instructions.
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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. 33
For Safe Driving P. 34 Seat Belts P. 39 Airbags P. 47
2Instrument Panel P. 79
Indicators P. 80 Gauges and Displays P. 110
2Controls P. 135
Clock P. 136 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 139
Moonroof* P. 169 Panoramic Roof* P. 170
Adjusting the Seats P. 194 Interior Ligh ts/Interior Convenience Items P. 209
2Features P. 243
Audio System P. 244
General Information on the Audio System P. 353
HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver
* P. 452 Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® P. 455, 480
2 Driving P. 507
Before Driving P. 508 Towing a Trailer P. 514
Parking Your Vehicle P. 614Multi-View Rear Camera P. 625
2Maintenance P. 631
Before Performing Maintenance P. 632 Maintenance MinderTM P. 635
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 658
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
* P. 674
Accessories and Modifications P. 683
2 Handling the Unexpected P. 685
Tools P. 686 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 687
Overheating P. 703 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking P. 705
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 715
2 Information P. 719
Specifications P. 720 Identification Numbers P. 722
Emissions Testing P. 725 Warranty Coverages P. 727
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Contents
Child Safety P. 60Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 76Safety Labels P. 77
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 153 Security System P. 163 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 166
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 171 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 192
Heating and Cooling
* P. 230 Climate Control System* P. 235
Audio System Basic Operation P. 251, 269 Audio Error Messages P. 348
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System* P. 378 Customized Features P. 426, 433
CabinTalkTM * P. 506
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 524 When Driving P. 526 Honda Sensing ® P. 565 Braking P. 610
Refueling P. 627 Fuel Economy and CO
2 Emissions P. 630
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 641 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 653
Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 662 Battery P. 671 Remote Transmitter Care P. 673
Heating and Cooling System
*/Climate Control System* Maintenance P. 676 Cleaning P. 678
Engine Does Not Start P. 695 Shift Lever Does Not Move* P. 699 Jump Starting P. 700
Fuses P. 709 Emergency Towing P. 714
Refueling P. 716 When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 717
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 723 Reporting Safety Defects P. 724
Authorized Manuals P. 729 Customer Service Information P. 730
Quick Reference GuideP. 4
Safe DrivingP. 33
Instrument PanelP. 79
ControlsP. 135
FeaturesP. 243
DrivingP. 507
MaintenanceP. 631
Handling the UnexpectedP. 685
InformationP. 719
IndexP. 731
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Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide
Visual Index
❙Gauges (P110)
❙Driver Information
Interface
(P111)
❙System Indicators (P80)
❙ECON Button (P549)
❙Audio System (P251, 269)
❙Navigation System*
() See the Navigation System Manual
❙ (Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®)
System OFF) Button
(P553)
❙Collision Mitigation Braking SystemTM
(CMBSTM) OFF Button (P571)
❙Heated Windshield Button* (P187)
❙Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
Button
(P604)
❙Parking Sensor System Button* (P617)
❙Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System*
(P378)
❙Steering Wheel Adjustments (P191)
❙ENGINE START/STOP Button (P171)
❙Front Seat Heater Buttons* (P224)
❙Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation Buttons* (P225)
❙Climate Control System* (P235)
❙Heating and Cooling System* (P230)
❙Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror*
Button
(P186)
❙Audio/Information Screen (P252, 270)
❙Hazard Warning Button
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Quick Reference Guide❙Headlights/Turn Signals (P174, 175)
❙Fog Lights* (P178)
❙LaneWatchTM * (P558)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift down)* (P543)
❙Wipers/Washers (P183)
❙Paddle Shifter (Shift up)* (P543)
❙Brightness Control (P188)
❙Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Button
(P595)
❙Horn (Press an area around .)
❙Navigation System Voice Control Buttons* () See the Navigation System Manual
❙Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ® System Voice Control Buttons (P455, 480)
❙Heated Steering Wheel Button* (P227)
❙ENTER Button (P113, 248)
❙Interval Button (P588)
❙Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Buttons
(P580)
❙ (home) Button (P113, 248)
❙Audio Remote Control Buttons (P248)
❙MAIN Button (P581)
❙/ Button (P113, 248)34
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❙Power Window Switches (P166)
❙Memory Buttons* (P190)
❙SET Button* (P190)
❙Master Door Lock Switch (P151)
❙Power Tailgate Button* (P157)
❙Fuel Fill Door Release Button
(P628)
❙Door Mirror Controls (P193)
❙Driver’s Front Airbag (P50)
❙Shift Button* (P536)
❙Shift Lever* (P534)
❙Hood Release Handle (P642)
❙Glove Box (P213)
❙Interior Fuse Box* (P712)
❙Parking Brake (P610)
❙Interior Fuse Box (P711)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P217)
❙USB Port (P245)
❙Rearview Mirror (P192)
❙HomeLink® Buttons* (P453)
❙Passenger’s Front Airbag (P50)
❙Mode Button* (P550)
❙Accessory Power Socket (P217)
❙Auxiliary Input Jack (P246)
❙USB Port (P245)
❙Auto Idle Stop OFF Button* (P545)
❙Snow Button* (P550)
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Quick Reference Guide
❙Accessory Power Socket* (P218)
❙LATCH to Secure a Child Seat (P65)
❙Seat Belt (Installing a Child Seat) (P69)
❙Third Row Seat (P199)
❙Second Row Seat (P198)
❙Seat Belt to Secure a Child Seat (P71)
❙Cargo Area Light (P212)
❙Side Curtain Airbags (P56)
❙Second Row Outer Seat Heater Buttons* (P226)
❙AC Power Outlet* (P218)
❙HDMITM Port* (P381)
❙USB Ports* (P246)
❙Sun Visors
❙Vanity Mirrors
❙Moonroof Switch* (P169)
❙Panoramic Roof Switch* (P170)
❙Map Lights (P210)
❙Sunglasses Holder (P222)
❙Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor (P44)
❙Side Airbags (P54)
❙Seat Belts (P39)
❙Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment
System* (P378)
❙Grab Handle
❙Coat Hook (P221)
❙Front Seat (P194)
* Not available on all models
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Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P641)
❙Windshield Wipers (P183, 658)
❙Tires (P662, 687)
❙Power Door Mirrors (P193)
❙Headlights (P175, 653)
❙Front Side Marker Lights (P175, 654)
❙Front Turn Signal Lights (P174, 655)
❙Side Turn Signal Lights* (P174, 656)
❙Daytime Running Lights/Parking Lights
(P175, 182, 654)
❙How to Refuel (P628)
❙High-Mount Brake Light (P657)
❙Rear Wiper (P185, 660)
❙Rear License Plate Lights (P657)
❙Rear Side Marker Lights (P656)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights (P656)
❙Brake/Taillights (P656)
❙Tailgate Outer Handle (P161)
❙Multi-View Rear Camera (P625)
❙Opening/Closing the Tailgate (P153)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control (P142)
❙Fog Lights* (P178, 655)
❙Back-Up Lights (P657)
❙Brake/Taillights (P657)
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