2005 HONDA PILOT steering wheel adjustment

Your Vehicle at a Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS
LIGHT CONTROL
SWITCH
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT CRUISE CONTROL
WINDSHIELD WIPERS/
WASHERS REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER VTM-4
LOCK
HORN
CRUISE
CONTROL
MASTER
SWITCH HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
VSA OFF
SWITCH PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.
71) (P.73)
(P.164 )
(P. 31)
(P. 73)
(P. 70)
(P.
138)
(P. 74)
(P. 122)
(P.
138)
(P.
172)
(P.
97)
(P.
92)
MOONROOF BUTTONS

This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations .56
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Instrument Panel .57
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Gauges .66
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Odometer/Trip Meter . 66
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Fuel Gauge .66
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Temperature Gauge . 67
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Outside Temperature Gauge . 67
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Check Fuel Cap Indicator . 68
Controls Near the Steering ...........................................
Wheel .69
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Windshield Wipers and Washers . 70
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Turn Signal and Headlights . 71
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Daytime Running Lights . 72
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 72
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Hazard Warning Button . 73
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Rear Window Def ogger . 73
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Steering Wheel Adjustment . 74
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Keys and Locks .75
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Immobilizer System .75
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Ignition Switch .77
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Door Locks .78
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Power Door Locks .78
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Childproof Door Locks . 79
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Remote Transmitter .79
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Seats Heaters .82
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Seats .83 ......
Detachable Seat Belt Anchors . 88
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Mirrors .88
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Power Windows .90
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Moonroof .92
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Parking Brake .93
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Interior Convenience Items . 94
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Beverage Holders .95
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Accessory Power Sockets . 95
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Console Compartment . 95
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Sunglasses Holder .96
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Glove Box .96
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Sun Visor .96
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Lights .97
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
55

ÎTo use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.
Controls Near the Steering Wheel
Inst rument s and Cont rols
69
VTM-4LOCK
LIGHT CONTROL
SWITCH
CRUISE CONTROLHAZARD WARNING BUTTON
HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALS
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER
CRUISE CONTROL
MASTER SWITCH
REMOTE AUDIO
CONTROLS WINDSHIELD WIPERS/
WASHERS
VSA OFF SWITCH
MOON ROOF
STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENT HORN
PASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
(P.92)
(P.97) (P.172)
(P.138)
(P.122) (P.74) (P.138) (P.70)(P.
73)
(P.
31)
(P.164)
(P.73)
(P.71)

Push the lever under the steering
column all the way down.
Move the steering wheel so it
points to your chest, not toward
your f ace. Make sure you can see
the instrument panel gauges and
indicators.Push the lever up to lock the
steering wheel in that position.
Make sure you have securely
locked the steering wheel in place
by trying to move it up and down.
Make any steering wheel adjustment
bef ore you start driving.
1.
2.3.
4.
Steering Wheel A djustment
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Adjusting the steering wheel
position while driving may
cause you to lose control of the
vehicle and be seriously injured
inacrash.
Adjust the steering wheel only
when the vehicle is stopped.

Your vehicle has a higher ground
clearance that allows you to travel
over bumps, obstacles, and rough
terrain. It also provides good
visibility so you can anticipate
problems earlier.
Because your vehicle rides higher
of f the ground, it has a high center
of gravity that can cause it to roll
over if you make abrupt turns. Utility
vehicles have a signif icantly higher
roll over rate than other types of
vehicles.
To prevent rollovers or loss of
control:Take corners at slower speeds
than you would with a passenger
vehicle.
Avoid sharp turns and abrupt
maneuvers whenever possible. Make sure the doors and the
tailgate are securely closed and
locked. Check the steering wheel
adjustment (see page ). Check the adjustment of the
inside and outside mirrors (see
page ). Check the seat adjustment (see
page ). Check that any items you may be
carrying are stored properly or
f astened down securely.
Visually check the tires. If a tire
looks low, use a gauge to check its
pressure. Make sure all windows, mirrors,
and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed. Remove f rost, snow,
or ice.
Youshoulddothefollowingchecks
and adjustments bef ore you drive
your vehicle. Do not carry heavy cargo on the
roof . Do not modif y your vehicle in any
way that would raise the center of
gravity.
Fasten your seat belt. Check that
your passengers have f astened
their seat belts (see page ).
When you start the engine, check
the gauges and indicators in the
instrument panel (see page ).
3.
2. 1. 4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
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See page f or additional driving of f -highway guidelines. 183
Driving Guidelines
Preparing to Drive
158

CONT INUED
How Your Front Airbags.........................................
Work .25
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How Your Side Airbags Work . 28
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SRS Components .23
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SRS Indicator .30 ,58
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START (Ignition Key Position) . 77
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Starting the Engine .159
In Cold Weather at High ..................................
Altitude .159
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With a Dead Battery . 230
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State Emissions Testing . 254
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Steam Coming f rom Engine . 230
Steering Wheel ..................................
Adjustment .74
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Anti-theft Column Lock . 77
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Buttons .122, 138
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Stereo Sound System . 106
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Storing Your Vehicle .222
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Sunglasses Holder .96
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Sun Visor .96
Supplemental Restraint System ......................................
Servicing .32
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SRS Indicator .30 ,58
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System Components . 23
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Synthetic Oil .200 ......
Taillights, Changing Bulbs in . 210
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Taking Care of the Unexpected . 223
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Tape Player .119
Technical Descriptions ......
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 248
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Emissions Control Systems . 251
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State Emissions Testing . 254
Three Way Catalytic ...............................
Converter .253
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Temperature Gauge .67
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Temperature, Inside Sensor . 105
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Temperature, Outside . 67
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Tensioners, Seat Belts . 21
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Testing of Readiness Codes . 254
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Tether Anchorage Points . 47
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Thef t Protection .123
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Three Way Catalytic Converter . 253
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Time, Setting the .124
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Tilt the Steering Wheel . 74
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Timing Belt .205
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Tire Chains .220
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Tire, How to Change a Flat . 225
Tire Pressure Monitoring ........................
System (TPMS) .165 ...............................................
Tires .216
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Air Pressure .216
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Checking Wear .217
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Compact Spare .224
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DOT Tire Quality Grading . 248
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Inf lation .216
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Inspection .217
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Maintenance .218
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Replacing .219
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Rotating .218
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Snow .219
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Specif ications .247
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Tools, Tire Changing . 225
Towing .....................................
A Trailer .173
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Emergency Wrecker . 237
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Equipment and Accessories . 179
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Traction Devices .220
Your Vehicle Behind a ............................
Motorhome .182
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Weight Limit .175
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Trailer Driving Tips .180
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