remote start HONDA PILOT 2021 (in English) Owner's Guide

uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
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Driving
1Remote Engine Start*
•The engine oil pressure is low.•The Malfunction Indicator Lamp comes on if there
is a problem with the em issions control systems.
•The transmission is in a position other than (P.
While the engine is running, the vehicle will
automatically preconditi on inside the vehicle.
When it is warm outside:
•The climate control system is activated in
recirculation mode.
•The seat ventilation is activated*.
When it is cold outside:
•The defroster is activated at a moderately warm
temperature.
•The rear defogger and door mirror heaters* are
activated.
•The seat heaters* and heated steering wheel* are
activated. 2Heated Steering Wheel
* P. 228
2 Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation
* P. 226, 227
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
1. Depress the brake pedal and press the ENGINE START/STOP button
simultaneously.
2. Keeping your right foot on the brake pedal, release the parking brake. Check that
the parking brake and brake system indicator has gone off.
2 Parking Brake P. 606
3.Put the transmission into (D. Select (R when reversing.
4. Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to pull
away.
■Hill start assist system
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged br iefly to help prevent the vehicle from
rolling on inclines as you move your foot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Put the transmission into
(D or (S when facing uphill, or (R when facing downhill,
then release the brake pedal.
■Starting to Drive1 Starting to Drive
The engine stops when th e transmission position is
changed from
( P before the ENGINE START/STOP
button is pressed. Follow step 1 when starting to
drive.
When the engine was started using the smart entry
remote*When the engine was started using the smart entry remote*
When the engine was started in any case
1 Hill start assist system
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very st eep or slippery slope, and
will not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
brake.
Hill start assist will operate even when VSA ® is
switched off.
* Not available on all models
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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 682
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 683
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 691
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 692
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 693
Jump Starting .................................... 694
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 697 Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ... 699If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 699
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 700
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On ................................................. 701
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 701
If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator
Comes On or Blinks........................ 702
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message ....... 702
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 703
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 707
Emergency Towing ........................... 708
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door ................................................. 709
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container ................................... 710
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate .. 711
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the driver information interface.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 692
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 171
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2Battery P. 667●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 703
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with a
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 524
Check the immobilize r system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2 Immobilizer System P. 163
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 110
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 707
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 708
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 694
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uuEngine Does Not Start uIf the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message
appears on the driver information interface, the ENGINE START/STOP button
flashes, and the engine won’t star t, start the engine as follows:
1.Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the H logo on the smart
entry remote while the ENGINE START/
STOP button is flashing. The buttons on
the smart entry remote should be facing
you.
u The ENGINE START/STOP button
flashes for about 30 seconds.
2. Depress the brake pedal and press the
ENGINE START/STOP button within 10
seconds after the beeper sounds and the
ENGINE START/STOP button changes
from flashing to on.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.
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Index
Starting the Engine .................................. 524
Driving Position Memory System ............. 189
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 673
E
Eco Assist® System ....................................... 12
ECON Button ............................................. 545
Econ Mode Indicator .................................................... 90
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 87, 701
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 548
Emergency ................................................. 708
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 719
Engine
Coolant ................................................... 645
Jump Starting .......................................... 694
Number ................................................... 716
Oil ........................................................... 640
Remote Engine Start ................................ 526
Starting ................................................... 524
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 639
Engine Coolant ......................................... 645
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 646
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 645
Overheating............................................. 697
Temperature Gauge................................. 110
Engine Oil .................................................. 640
Adding .................................................... 642
Checking ................................................. 641 Displaying Maintenance Minder
Information ........................................... 632
Low Oil Pressure Symbol.......................... 699
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 640
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 171
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 701
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 78
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 676
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 193
F
Features.................................................... 239
File Manager ............................................. 286
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 673
Oil ........................................................... 643
Flat Tire ..................................................... 683
Floor Mats ................................................. 675
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 647
Brake ...................................................... 648
Engine Coolant ....................................... 645
Windshield Washer ................................. 648
FM/AM Radio .................................... 254, 298
Fog Light Indicator ..................................... 89
Fog Lights ................................................. 178
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ....... 205
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 206
Foot Brake ................................................ 607
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 50 Front Seats
................................................ 194
Adjusting ................................................ 194
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 603
Fuel ..................................................... 25, 623
Economy................................................. 626
Gauge .................................................... 110
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 116
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Range ..................................................... 116
Recommendation.................................... 623
Refueling ................................................ 623
Fuel Economy ........................................... 626
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 25, 624
Unable to Unlock .................................... 709
Fuses ......................................................... 703
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 707
Locations ........................ 703, 704, 705, 706
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy................................................. 626
Gauge .................................................... 110
Information............................................. 623
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 116
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Refueling ................................................ 623
Gauges ...................................................... 110
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 83, 534
Gear Shift Positions
Automatic Transmission .......................... 532
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Index
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 93
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 40, 85
Security System Alarm ............................... 89
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 58, 86
System Message ........................................ 90
Turn Signal ................................................ 88
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA®) OFF ... 87, 549
Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA ®)
System ............................................. 86, 548
Information ............................................... 713
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 116
Instrument Panel ........................................ 81
Brightness Control ................................... 188
Intelligent Traction Management
System ...................................................... 546
Intelligent VTM4 (i-VTM4) ....................... 556
Interior Lights ........................................... 209
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 192
iPad ............................................................ 353
iPhone ....................................................... 353
iPod ............................................ 256, 315, 353
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ......................... 687
Jump Starting ............................................ 694
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 140
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 148Keys
........................................................... 139
Lockout Prevention.................................. 148
Number Tag ............................................ 140
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 151
Remote Transmitter ................................. 147
Types and Functions ................................ 139
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 531
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 589
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (Amber) ..................................... 92
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (Green) ...................................... 92
LaneWatch
TM............................................. 554
LATCH (Child Seats) .............................. 67, 73
Legal Information on Apple CarPlay/
Android Auto .......................................... 367
License Information ................................. 370
Lights ................................................. 175, 649
Automatic ............................................... 176
Bulb Replacement ................................... 649
Daytime Running Lights........................... 182
High Beam Indicator .................................. 88
Interior .................................................... 209
Light Switches ......................................... 175
Lights On Indicator .................................... 88
Turn Signals ............................................ 174
Load Limits ................................................ 509 Locking/Unlocking
................................... 139
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 152
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 151
From Inside ............................................. 149
From Outside .......................................... 142
Keys........................................................ 139
Using a Key............................................. 148
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 148
Low Battery Charge ................................. 699
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Low Oil Pressure Symbol ......................... 699
Lower Anchors ..................................... 67, 73
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................ 715
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 509
Lumbar Support ............................... 194, 195
Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch ...... 195
M
Maintenance.................................... 118, 627
Battery .................................................... 667
Brake Fluid .............................................. 648
Cleaning ................................................. 674
Coolant .................................................. 645
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 631
Oil .......................................................... 641
Precautions ............................................. 628
Radiator .................................................. 646
Remote Control ...................................... 670
Remote Transmitter ................................ 669
Replacing Light Bulbs .............................. 649
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Index
Rear Climate Control SystemFrom the Rear Panel................................. 236
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button ...................................................... 186
Rear Entertainment System ..................... 375
Rear Seats .................................................. 204
Second Row Seat ............................. 204, 205
Third Row Seat ........................................ 206
Rearview Mirror ........................................ 192
Refueling ................................................... 623
Fuel Gauge .............................................. 110
Gasoline .......................................... 623, 714
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 85
Regulations ............................... 559, 661, 717
Remote Engine Start ................................ 526
Remote Transmitter .................................. 147
Replacement
Battery..................................... 669, 670, 671
Bulbs ....................................................... 649
Front Wiper Blade Rubber ........................ 654
Fuses ............................... 703, 704, 705, 706
Rear Wiper Blade Rubber ......................... 656
Tires ........................................................ 664
Reporting Safety Defects ......................... 718
Reverse Tilt Door Mirror ........................... 193
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .......... 598
On and Off .............................................. 600
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)
Indicator .................................................... 93S
Safe Driving ................................................ 33
Safety Check ............................................... 38
Safety Labels ............................................... 79
Safety Message ............................................. 2
Seat Belts .................................................... 39
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor.................. 43
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners ................. 41
Checking................................................... 46
Detachable Anchor.................................... 44
Fastening .................................................. 42
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat Belt .................................................. 71
Pregnant Women ...................................... 45
Reminder .................................................. 40
Warning Indicator ............................... 40, 85
Seat Heaters .............................. 225, 226, 227
Seat Ventilation ........................................ 226
Seats .......................................................... 194
Adjusting ................................................ 194
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 194
Front Seats .............................................. 194
Rear Seats ............................................... 204
Seat Heaters ............................ 225, 226, 227
Seat Ventilation ....................................... 226
Second Row Seat ............................ 204, 205
Third Row Seat ........................................ 206
Second Row Outer Seats Heaters ............ 227
Second Row Seat (Folding Down) ........... 205
Security System ......................................... 163
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 89 Security System Alarm Indicator ................ 89
Select Button ...................................... 23, 532
Operation ......................................... 23, 534
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 66
Selector Knob (Audio) ............................. 247
Sequential Mode ...................................... 538
Sequential Mode Operation ................... 539
Setting the Clock ...................................... 136
Settings Arrange Apps ......................................... 123
Show Tachometer ................................... 124
Shift Button ........................................ 23, 532
Shifting (Transmission) ...................... 23, 532
Shoulder Anchor ........................................ 43
Show Tachometer .................................... 124
Show/Hide Apps ....................................... 122
Side Airbags ............................................... 55
Side Curtain Airbags .................................. 57
Siri Eyes Free ............................................. 337
SiriusXM ® Radio ....................................... 302
Snow Tires ................................................ 666
Social Playlist ............................................ 327
Spare Tire ......................................... 683, 715
Spark Plugs ............................................... 714
Specifications ........................................... 714
Specified Fuel ................................... 623, 714
Speedometer ............................................ 111
SRS Airbags (Airbags) ................................ 50
Starting Assist Brake Function ................ 544
Starting the Engine .................................. 524
Does Not Start ........................................ 691
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Index
Jump Starting ......................................... 694
Remote Engine Start ............................... 526
Steering Wheel ........................................ 191
Adjusting ................................................ 191
Heater .................................................... 228
Stopping ................................................... 610
Summer Tires ............................................ 666
Sunglasses Holder .................................... 223
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ....... 50
Switches (Around the Steering Wheel) ........ 6, 7, 171
SYNC Mode .............................................. 234
System Message Indicator ......................... 90
System Updates ........................................ 280
T
Tachometer.............................................. 111
Tailgate ..................................................... 153
Unable to Open ...................................... 711
Temperature
Gauge .................................................... 110
Outside Temperature Display .................. 112
Temperature Gauge ................................ 110
Temperature Sensor ........................ 112, 237
Third Row Seat (Folding Down) .............. 206
Third Row Seat Access ............................. 204
Tie-down Anchors .................................... 229
Time (Setting) ........................................... 136
Tire Fill Assist ............................................ 702
Tire Pressure ............................................. 118 Tire Pressure Moni
toring System (TPMS)
Indicator .................................................... 88
Tires ........................................................... 658
Air Pressure ..................................... 659, 715
Checking and Maintaining ....................... 658
Inspection ................................................ 658
Labeling .................................................. 659
Puncture (Flat Tire) ................................... 683
Regulations ............................................. 661
Rotation .................................................. 665
Spare Tire ........................................ 683, 715
Summer .................................................. 666
Tire Chains .............................................. 666
Wear Indicators ....................................... 663
Winter ..................................................... 666
Tools .......................................................... 682
Towing a Trailer ....................................... 512
Equipment and Accessories ..................... 515
Load Limits .............................................. 512
Towing Your Vehicle ................................ 521
Emergency .............................................. 708
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
Indicator .................................................... 88
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist .......................... 557
Indicator .................................................. 702
Tire Fill Assist ........................................... 702
Trailer Stability Assist ............................... 519
Transmission ....................................... 23, 532
Automatic ......................................... 23, 532
Fluid ........................................................ 647
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 83, 534 Number................................................... 716
Sequential Mode ..................................... 538
Trip Computer .......................................... 115
Trip Meter ................................................. 116
Troubleshooting ....................................... 681
Blown Fuse...................... 703, 704, 705, 706
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 29
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door.......... 30
Emergency Towing .................................. 708
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 691
Noise When Braking .................................. 31
Overheating ............................................ 697
Puncture/Flat Tire .................................... 683
Rear Door Won’t Open...................... 29, 151
Warning Indicators .................................... 82
Turn Signals .............................................. 174
Indicators (Instrument Panel) ..................... 88
U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 230
Units .......................................................... 120
Unlocking the Doors ................................ 142
Unlocking the Fron t Doors from the
Inside ....................................................... 149
USB Flash Drives ....................... 259, 318, 354
USB Port .................................................... 241
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