overheating HONDA PILOT 2023 Owners Manual

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
The Navigation Manual is available online at owners.honda.com
(U.S.) or honda.ca (Canada). If you are the first registered owner
of your vehicle, you may request a complimentary printed
copy of the Navigation Manual within the first six months of
vehicle purchase. To request a copy, visit owners.honda.com. In
Canada, please request a copy from your Honda dealer.
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 ma nual (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. 37
For Safe Driving P. 38 Seat Belts P. 43 Airbags P. 59
2Instrument Panel P. 97
Indicators P. 98 Gauges and Displays P. 121
2Controls P. 175
Clock P. 176 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 178
Panoramic Roof* P. 213
Seats P. 239 Interior Convenience Items P. 260
2 Features P. 291
Audio System P. 292 Audio System Basic Operation P. 301, 326
Customized Features P. 421, 429 HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver* P. 456
CabinTalk ®* P. 499
2Driving P. 501
Before Driving P. 502 Towing a Trailer P. 508
Parking Your Vehicle P. 661Multi-View Rear Camera* P. 672
2Maintenance P. 691
Before Performing Maintenance P. 692 Maintenance MinderTM P. 695
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 723
Climate Control System Main tenance P. 740 Cleaning P. 742
2Handling the Unexpected P. 749
Tools P. 750 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 751
Overheating P. 769 Indicator Coming On/Blinking P. 771
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 786
2 Information P. 789
Specifications P. 790 Identification Numbers P. 792
Emissions Testing P. 795 Warranty Coverages P. 797
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Quick Reference Guide
33
Handling the Unexpected (P749)
Flat Tire (P751)
●Park in a safe location and replace the
flat tire with the spare tire located under
the cargo area.
Indicators Come On (P771)
●Identify the indicator and consult the
owner’s manual.
Engine Won’t Start (P762)
●If the battery is dead, jump start using a
booster battery.
Blown Fuse (P778)
●Check for a blown fuse if an electrical
device does not operate.
Overheating (P769)
●Park in a safe location. If you do not see
steam under the hood, open the hood,
and let the engine cool down.
Emergency Towing (P785)
●Call a professional towing service if you
need to tow your vehicle.
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uuGauges and Displays uGauges
122
Instrument Panel
Shows the number of engine revolutions per minute.
Displays the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.
Displays the temperature of the engine coolant.
Shows the total number of miles or kilome ters that your vehicle has accumulated.
■Tachometer
■Fuel Gauge
■Temperature Gauge
■Odometer
1Tachometer
You can turn the tachom eter display on or off.
2 Settings
* P. 140
2 Customized Features P. 429
Models with A-type meter
1Fuel 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
Models with B-type meter
1 Temperature Gauge
NOTICE
Driving with the temperat ure gauge reading 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. 769
* Not available on all models
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uuGauges and Displays uDriver Information Interface (A-type Meter)
Continued
Instrument Panel
Driver Information In terface (A-type Meter)
The driver information interface shows information such as the estimated travelable
distance and fuel economy of the vehicle. It also displays messages such as warnings
to other helpful information.
When a warning message displays, please check the message and contact a dealer
to have the vehicle inspected if necessary. Please refer to the pages below if the
Engine oil pressure low or Engine temperature too hot message is displayed.
2If the Engine oil pressure low Warning Appears P. 771
2 Overheating P. 769
Press the (home) button, th en roll the left selector wheel to scroll to the content
you want to see. Press the left sele ctor wheel to see detailed information.
■Switching the Display1Switching the Display
You can add or delete the meter contents.
2 Gauge Display Settings P. 139
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uuGauges and Displays uDriver Information Interface Ri ght Side Area (B-type-Meter)
Instrument Panel
Driver Information Interface Right Side Area (B-type-
Meter)
The driver information interface shows in formation such as the estimated travelable
distance and fuel economy of the vehicle. It also displays messages such as warnings
and other helpful information.
When a warning message displays, please check the message and contact a dealer
to have the vehicle inspected if necessary . Please refer to the pages below if the
Engine oil pressure low or Engine temperature too hot message is displayed.
2If the Engine oil pressure low Warning Appears P. 771
2 Overheating P. 769
Roll the right selector wheel to view different types of content.
■Switching the Display1Switching the Display
You can add or delete the meter contents.
2 Gauge Display Settings P. 167
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Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires
To safely operate your vehicle, your tires must be of the proper type and size, in
good condition with adequate tread, and properly inflated.
■Inflation guidelines
Properly inflated tires provide the best combination of handling, tread life, and comfort.
Refer to the driver’s doorjamb label or spec ifications page for the specified pressure.
Underinflated tires wear unevenly, adversely affect handling and fuel economy, and
are more likely to fail from overheating.
Overinflated tires make your vehicle ride harshly, are more prone to road hazards,
and wear unevenly.
Every day before you drive, look at each of the tires. If one looks lower than the
others, check the pressure with a tire gauge.
At least once a month or before long trips, use a gauge to measure the pressure in
all tires, including the spare. Even tires in good condition can lose 1-2 psi (10-20 kPa,
0.1-0.2 kgf/cm
2) per month.
■Inspection guidelines
Every time you check inflation, also examine the tires and valve stems.
Look for:
• Bumps or bulges on the side or in the tread. Replace the tire if you find any cuts,
splits, or cracks in the si de of the tire. Replace it if you see fabric or cord.
• Remove any foreign objects and inspect for air leaks.
• Uneven tread wear. Have a deal er check the wheel alignment.
• Excessive tread wear.
2 Wear Indicators P. 733
•Cracks or other damage around valve stem.
1Checking Tires
Measure the air pressure when tires are cold. This
means the vehicle has been parked for at least three
hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km). If
necessary, add or releas e air until the specified
pressure is reached.
If checked when hot, tire pressure can be as much as
4–6 psi (30–40 kPa, 0.3–0.4 kgf/cm
2) higher than if
checked when cold.
Have a dealer check the tires if you feel a consistent
vibration while driving. Ne w tires and any that have
been removed and reinst alled should be properly
balanced.
3WARNING
Using tires that are excessively worn or
improperly inflated can cause a crash in
which you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Follow all instruction s in this owner’s
manual regarding ti re inflation and
maintenance.
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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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769Continued
Handling the Unexpected
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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uuOverheating uHow to Handle Overheating
770
Handling the Unexpected
■Next thing to do
1.Check that the cooling fan is operating and
stop the engine once Engine temperature
too hot. Do not drive. Allow engine to
cool. on the driver information interface
disappears.
u If the cooling fan is not operating,
immediately stop the engine.
2. Once the engine has cooled down, inspect
the coolant level an d check the cooling
system components for leaks.
u If the coolant level in the reserve tank is
low, add coolant until it reaches the
MAX mark.
u If there is no coolan t in the reserve tank,
check that the radiator is cool. Remove
the engine compartment cover. Cover
the radiator cap with a heavy cloth and
open the cap. If necessary, add coolant
up to the base of the filler neck, and put
the cap back on.
2 Engine Compartment Cover P. 708
■Last thing to do
Once the engine has cooled sufficiently, restart it and check the driver information
interface.
If Engine temperature too hot. Do not drive. Allow engine to cool. does not
appear, resume driving. If it appear s again, contact a dealer for repairs.
1How to Handle Overheating
If the coolant is leaking, contact a dealer for repairs.
Use water as an emergency/temporary measure only.
Have a dealer flush the system with proper antifreeze
as soon as possible.
3WARNING
Removing the radiator cap while the
engine is hot can cause the coolant to spray
out, seriously scalding you.
Always let the engine and radiator cool
down before removing the radiator cap.
MAX MIN
Reserve
Tank
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Index
Coolant (Engine)....................................... 714
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 715
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 714
Overheating............................................. 769
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 532
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 668
Cup Holders ............................................... 264
Customer Service Information ................. 801
Customize Display ..................................... 152
Customized Features ........................ 421, 429
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 225
Dead Battery ............................................. 767
Defaulting All the Settings .............. 428, 455
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .................................................. 285
Detachable Anchor ..................................... 54
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ................ 793
Dimming
Headlights ............................................... 220
Rearview Mirror ....................................... 236
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 710
Display Setup .................................... 303, 347
Door Mirrors ............................................. 237
Doors ......................................................... 178
Auto Door Locking .................................. 195
Auto Door Unlocking ............................... 195
Door Open Message .................................. 42
Keys ........................................................ 178 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from
the Inside .............................................. 192
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ........................................... 181
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 731
Drive Mode System .................................. 548
Driver Attention Monitor ................ 132, 160
Driver Information Interface
Switching the Display ...................... 125, 154
Driver Information Interface (A-type Meter) ........................................ 125
Driver Information Interface Left Side Area (B-type-Meter) ........................................ 151
Driver Information Interface Right Side Area
(B-type-Meter) ........................................ 154
Driving ...................................................... 501
Automatic Transmission .......................... 532
Braking ................................................... 652
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines............... 519
Shifting Gear ........................................... 533
Starting the Engine.................................. 524
Driving Position Memory System ............ 233
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 741
E
Eco Assist® System ...................................... 14
Elapsed Time ..................................... 130, 159
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator.......................................... 106, 774
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 555Emergency
................................................ 785
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ...... 795
Engine Coolant .................................................. 714
If the Battery Is Dead............................... 767
Number .................................................. 792
Oil .......................................................... 709
Starting................................................... 524
Switch Buzzer ................................. 218, 219
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 708
Engine Coolant ........................................ 714
Adding to the Radiator ........................... 715
Adding to the Reserve Tank .................... 714
Overheating ............................................ 769
Temperature Gauge ................................ 122
Engine Oil ................................................. 709
Adding ................................................... 711
Checking ................................................ 710
Displaying Oil Life ................................... 696
Engine oil pressure low Warning ............. 771
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 709
Engine oil pressure low Warning ............ 771
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 217
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 774
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 95
Exterior Care (Cleaning) .......................... 744
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 237
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