engine HONDA PILOT 2023 Owners Manual

749
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 750
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 751
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 762
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak .. 764
Emergency Engine Start ................... 765
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 766
If the Battery Is Dead ....................... 767
Overheating How to Handle Overheating ............. 769 Indicator Coming On/Blinking
If the Engine oil pressure low Warning
Appears ............................................. 771
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On ....772If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 772
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks ................................... 773
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator Comes On ....................... 774
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks at the Same Time When the Brake
System Indicator (Amber) Comes On .. 775 If the Low Tire Pressure/TPMS Indicator
Comes On or Blinks ....................... 776
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks
along with the Warning Message ....... 777
Fuses Fuse Locations ................................. 778
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 783
Emergency Towing ........................... 785
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 786If You Cannot Open the Tailgate .... 787
Refueling
Refueling From a Portable Fuel
Container ................................... 788
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uuIf a Tire Goes Flat uChanging a Flat Tire
756
Handling the Unexpected
1. Place the jack under the jacking point
closest to the tire to be changed.
2. Turn the end bracket cl ockwise as shown in
the image until the top of the jack contacts
the jacking point.
u Make sure that the jacking point tab is
resting in the jack notch.
■How to Set Up the Jack1How to Set Up the Jack
Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the
vehicle.
Use the jack provided in your vehicle.
Other jacks may not support the weight (“load”) or
may not fit the jacking point.
The following instructions must be followed to use
the jack safely:
•Do not use while the engine is running.
•Use only where the ground is firm and level.
•Use only at the jacking points.•Do not get in the vehicl e while using the jack.
•Do not put anything on top of or underneath the
jack.
3WARNING
The vehicle can easily roll off the jack,
seriously injuring anyone underneath.
Follow the directions for changing a tire
exactly, and never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the jack.
Jacking Points
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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
If you cannot start the engine after checking all the items in the list above, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
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 dr iver information interface.
If the To start, touch start button with emblem side of remote message appears
2If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak P. 764
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 783
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 immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 207
2 Immobilizer System Indicator P. 112
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 122
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 783
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 785
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uuEngine Does Not Start uChecking the Engine
Handling the Unexpected
If you must start the vehicle immediately, use an assisting vehicle or booster battery
to jump start it.
2 If the Battery Is Dead P. 767
Depending on the situation, it may be possibl e to temporarily start the engine using
the emergency start procedure.
2 Emergency Engine Start P. 765
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764
uuEngine Does Not Start uIf the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak
Handling the Unexpected
If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak
If the beeper sounds, the To start, touch start butto n with emblem side of
remote message appears on the driver information interface, the ENGINE START/
STOP button flashes, and the engine won’t start, start the engine as follows:
1.Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
u The beeper sounds and the ENGINE
START/STOP button flashes for about
30 seconds.
2. Touch the center of the ENGINE START/
STOP button with the H logo on the keyless
remote while the ENGINE START/STOP
button is flashing. The buttons on the
keyless remote should be facing you.
u The beeper sounds, and the ENGINE
START/STOP button stays on for about
10 seconds.
3. Depress the brake pedal and press the
ENGINE START/STOP button while the
ENGINE START/STOP button is on.
u The engine starts.
u If you don’t depress the pedal, the mode
will change to ACCESSORY.
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uuEngine Does Not Start uEmergency Engine Start
Handling the Unexpected
Emergency Engine Start
If the engine does not start using the norma l engine starting procedure, you may be
able to start it using the emergency start procedure below.
Do not use this procedure if it is not an emergency.
1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2. Check that the transmission is in
(P, then set the power mode to ACCESSORY.
3. Firmly depress the brake peda l and press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP
button for at least 15 seconds.
This should be considered a system malfun ction even if you are able to start the
engine using the above procedure.
Have your vehicle checked by a dealer immediately.
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uuEngine Does Not StartuEmergency 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 three times.
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 automatically changes to
(P after the vehicle comes to a complete
stop. Then, the power mode changes to VEHICLE OFF.
1 Emergency Engine Stop
Do not press the ENGINE START/STOP button while
driving unless it is absolute ly necessary for the engine
to be turned off.
If you press the ENGINE START/STOP button while
driving, the beeper sounds.
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If the Battery Is Dead
Jump Starting Procedure
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
2. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15-
volt. Check the charger manual for the
proper setting.
3. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the ground bolt as shown.
Do not connect this jumper cable to any
other part.
5. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its RPM slightly.
6. Attempt to start your ve hicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.1 Jump Starting Procedure
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Be careful
not to tangle the jumper cables or allow the cable
ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
3WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
Booster Battery
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uuIf the Battery Is Dead uJump Starting Procedure
768
Handling the Unexpected
Once your vehicle’s engine has started, re move the jumper cables in the following
order:
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s ground bolt.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s battery + terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a n earby service station or a dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts1Jump Starting Procedure
The Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) system, Adaptive
Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow, brake
system (amber), and safety support indicators may
come on in amber along with a message in the driver
information interface when you set the power mode
to ON after reconnecting the battery.
Drive a short distance at more than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Each indicator should go off. If any do not, have your
vehicle checked by a dealer.
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Overheating
How to Handle Overheating
Overheating symptoms are as follows:
•The temperature gauge is at the mark or the engine suddenly loses power.
• Engine temperature too hot. Do no t drive. Allow engine to cool. message
appears on the driver information interface.
• Steam or spray comes out of the engine compartment.
■First thing to do
1. Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights.
u No steam or spray present: Keep the engine running and open the hood.
u Steam or spray is present: Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides.
Then, open the hood.
1 How to Handle Overheating
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the temperature gauge at
the mark may damage the engine.
NOTICE
Continuing to drive with the Engine temperature
too hot. Do not drive. Allow engine to cool.
message on the driver information interface may
damage the engine.
3WARNING
Steam and spray from an overheated
engine can seri ously scald you.
Do not open the hood if steam is coming
out.
Models with B-type meter
H
All models
Models with B-type meter
H
All models
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