2006 HONDA PILOT engine oil

Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil f ill cap. Remove the oil
drain bolt and washer f rom the
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
into an appropriate container.
Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect the engine or transmission
perf ormance and durability. You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certif ication Seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals shown on the information
display.
Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the maintenance
messages shown on the inf ormation
display. The oil and f ilter collect
contaminants that can damage your
engine if they are not removed
regularly.
Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lif t f or this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
technician.
1.
2.
Changing the Oil and Filter
Synthetic Oil
Engine Oil A dditives
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Oil and Filter
240
DRAIN BOLT
WASHER

Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten it to:
Remove the oil f ilter and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required. Turn of f the engine, let it sit f or
several minutes, then check the oil
level on the dipstick. If necessary,
add more oil.
Refill the engine with the
recommended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
Replace the engine oil f ill cap.
Start the engine. The oil pressure
indicator should go out within 5
seconds. If it does not, turn of f the
engine, and check your work.
Let the engine run f or several
minutes, then check the drain bolt
and oil f ilter f or leaks.
Install a new oil f ilter according to
the instructions that come with it. Check the oil f ilter to make sure
its gasket did not stick to the
engine block. A stuck gasket could
cause an oil leak.
3.
4.
5. 6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Changing the Oil and Filter
Maint enance
241
OIL FILTER
29 lbf·ft (39 N·m , 4.0 kgf·m)
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
Improper disposal of engine oil can be
harmf ul to the environment. If you
change your own oil, please dispose of
the used oil properly. Put it in a sealed
container and take it to a recycling
center. Do not discard it in a trash bin
or dump it on the ground.

Fill the f uel tank.
Change the engine oil and f ilter.Block the rear wheels.
If the vehicle is to be stored f or a
longer period, it should be
supported on jackstands so the
tires are of f the ground.
Wash and dry the exterior
completely.
Cleantheinterior.Makesurethe
carpeting, floor mats, etc., are
completely dry.
If you need to park your vehicle f or
an extended period (more than 1
month), there are several things you
should do to prepare it f or storage.
Proper preparation helps prevent
deterioration and makes it easier to
get your vehicle back on the road. If
possible, store your vehicle indoors. Leave one window open slightly (if
the vehicle is being stored
indoors).Cover the vehicle with a
‘‘breathable’’ cover, one made
f rom a porous material such as
cotton. Non-porous materials, such
as plastic sheeting, trap moisture,
which can damage the paint.
Support the f ront wiper blade
arms with a f olded towel or rag so
they do not touch the windshield. Disconnect the battery.
Leave the parking brake off. Put
the transmission in Park. To minimize sticking, apply a
silicone spray lubricant to all door
and tailgate seals. Also, apply a
vehiclebodywaxtothepainted
surfaces that mate with the door
and tailgate seals.If possible periodically run the
engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature (the
cooling f ans cycle twice).
Pref erably, do this once a month.
Vehicle Storage
Maint enance
263

This section covers the more
common problems that motorists
experience with their vehicles. It
gives you inf ormation about how to
safely evaluate the problem and what
to do to correct it. If the problem has
stranded you on the side of the road,
you may be able to get going again.
If not, you will also f ind instructions
on getting your vehicle towed.......................
Compact Spare Tire .266
....................
Changing a Flat Tire .267
.............
If the Engine Won’t Start . 271
................................
Jump Starting .272
..............
If the Engine Overheats . 274
.........
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 276
..........
Charging System Indicator . 276
..................
Malf unction Indicator . 277
...............
Brake System Indicator . 278
..............................................
Fuses .279
..............................
Fuse Locations .283
Taking Care of the Unexpected
Taking Care of the Unexpected
265
Emergency Towing ....................... 278

Let the vehicle sit f or a minute.
Open the hood, and check the oil
level (see page ). An engine
very low on oil can lose pressure
during cornering and other driving
maneuvers.
If necessary, add oil to bring the
level back to the full mark on the
dipstick (see page ).
Start the engine, and watch the oil
pressure light. If it does not go out
within ten seconds, turn off the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving.
(Seeon page
Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning lights.
This indicator should never
come on when the engine is
running. If it starts f lashing or stays
on, the oil pressure has dropped very
low or lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
Go to a service station or garage
where you can get technical
assistance. Immediately turn of f all electrical
accessories. Try not to use other
electrically operated controls such as
the power windows. Keep the engine
running; starting the engine will
discharge the battery rapidly.If the charging system
indicator comes on brightly
when the engine is running, the
battery is not being charged.
1.
2.
3.
4. 189
239
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator
Emergency T owingCharging System Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
276
Running the engine with low oil
pressure can cause serious mechanical
damage almost immediately. Turn of f
the engine as soon as you can saf ely get
the vehicle stopped.
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Specif ications
288
Dimensions
Weights
Air Conditioning
Battery Capacities1.93 US gal (7.3
)
2.43 US gal (9.2)
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
5.3 US qt (5.0
)
20.34 US gal (77.0
)
188.0 in (4,775 mm)
76.5 in (1,943 mm)
ND-OIL8
24.7 26.5 oz (700 750 g) HFC-134a (R-134a)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
66.3 in (1,685 mm)
106.3 in (2,700 mm) 70.5 in (1,790 mm)
Gross vehicle weight rating
Gross combined weight
rating (GCWR) See the tire information label atta-
ched to the driver’s doorjamb.
9,700 lbs (4,400 kg)
Equipped with transmission fluid cooler and power steering
fluid cooler.
The GCWR must be reduced 2 percent for every 1,000 feet (305
meters) of elevation.
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type 77.5 in (1,968 mm)
71.7 in (1,821 mm)
70.1 in (1,780 mm)
71.3 in (1,811 mm)
66.5 in (1,690 mm)
66.5 in (1,690 mm)
66.7 in (1,694 mm)
12 V 72 AH/20 HR
Capacity Excluding the oil remaining in the engine 0.193 US gal (0.73
)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity: 2.79 US qt (2.64
)
4.8 US qt (4.5
)
Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Rear
differential
fluid (4WD)
Windshield
washer
reservoir
8.3 US qt (7.9
)
3.5 US qt (3.3
)
8.9 US qt (8.4
)
4.0 US qt (3.8
)
Approx.
1:
2:
1:
2: Front
Rear
4WD
2WD
LX
EX
LX
EX
LX
EX
Front
Rear
4WD
2WD Change
Total
Change
Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
Change
Total
Change 4WD
2WD
4WD
2WD
2
1 1
2

CONT INUED
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Capacities Chart .288
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Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 57
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Carrying Cargo .193
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CAUTION, Explanation of . ii
..........................
CD Changer .131, 134
.......................................
CD Player .130
...
Accessories and Modif ications . 191
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .......................................
Position) .81
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Accessory Power Sockets . 101
...........................
AC Power Outlet .102
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Additives, Engine Oil . 239
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AdvancedAirbagSystem . 30
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Airbag (SRS) .11, 25
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Airbag System Components . 25
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Air Conditioning System . 106
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Rear A/C Control .113
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Air Pressure, Tires .258
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Antif reeze .242
...............
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) . 209
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Indicator .63, 210
...................................
Operation .209
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 139
.
Anti-thef t Steering Column Lock . 81
................................
Audio System .115
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 23
...
Automatic Lighting Off Feature . 76
.............
Automatic Speed Control . 175
..............
Automatic Transmission . 200
..........................
Capacity, Fluid .288 ...............
Checking Fluid Level . 244
.......................................
Shif ting .200
.
Shif t Lever Position Indicator . 200
................
Shif t Lever Positions . 201
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 203
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .62, 276
............................
Jump Starting .272
..............................
Maintenance .262
............................
Specif ications .289
..............................
Bef ore Driving .185
..................................
Belts, Seat .10, 21
...........................
Beverage Holders .99
..................................
Booster Seats .54
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 209
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Break-in, New Linings . 186
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Bulb Replacement .252
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Fluid .246
.........................................
Parking .97
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System Indicator . 63,278
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Wear Indicators .209 .............................
Braking System .208
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 186
..
Brightness Control, Instruments . 76
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Brights, Headlights .75
Bulb Replacement ..........................
Back-up Lights .252
.....................
Brake Lights .252, 253
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Front Parking Lights . 249
........
Front Side Marker Lights . 249
.................................
Headlights .248
........
High-mount Brake Lights . 253
.................................
Rear Bulbs .252
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Specif ications .289
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Turn Signal Light . 249,252
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Bulbs, Halogen .248
Index
A
B
C
INDEX
I

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Certif ication Label .286
............................................
Chains .261
....................
Changing a Flat Tire .267
Change Oil ........................................
How to .240
......................................
When to .229
...
Charging System Indicator . 62,276
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving . 198
..................
Childproof Door Locks . 83
Child Seats .........................................
LATCH .47
..........
Tether Anchorage Points . 51
...............
Climate Control System . 112
.........................
Clock, Setting the .140
.....................
Code, Audio System .139
........................
CO in the Exhaust .293
............
Cold Weather, Starting in . 199
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Compact Spare Tire .266
...................
Console Compartment . 99
.................
Consumer Inf ormation . 300
.............
Controls, Instruments and . 59
Coolant ........................................
Adding .242
....................................
Checking .189
.........................
Proper Solution .242
...................
Temperature Gauge . 71...................
Conversation Mirror .100
Crankcase Emissions Control ........................................
System .293
............
Cruise Control Operation . 175
....
Customer Service Inf ormation . 300
................
DANGER, Explanation of . ii
...................................
Dashboard .4, 60
................
Daytime Running Lights . 76
Daytime Running Lights .......................................
Indicator .67
.................................
Dead Battery .272
............
Def ects, Reporting Saf ety . 302
................
Def ogger, Rear Window . 77
......
Def rosting the Windows . 108,110
....................................
Dimensions .288
...............
Dimming the Headlights . 75
Dipstick ..........
Automatic Transmission . 244
..................................
Engine Oil .189
....................
Directional Signals . 66,75
........
Disc Brake Wear Indicators . 210
.....................
Disposal of Used Oil .241 Doors
..............
Locking and Unlocking . 82
..........
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 290
...........
Driver and Passenger Safety . 7
...........................................
Driving .197
....................................
Economy .190
...................................
DVD Player .142
........
DVD Player Error Message . 171
..............................
Economy, Fuel .190
............
Emergencies on the Road . 265
.............
Battery, Jump Starting . 272
...........
Brake System Indicator . 278
................
Changing a Flat Tire . 267
.....
Charging System Indicator . 276
..................
Checking the Fuses . 279
.....
Low Oil Pressure Indicator . 276
...
Malf unction Indicator Lamp . 277
..................
Overheated Engine . 274
...........................
Emergency Brake .97
......................
Emergency Flashers .77
.......................
Emissions Controls .293
.............
Emissions Testing, State . 296
Index
D
E
II
Emergency Towing .......................278