2008 HONDA PILOT dimensions

How to operate the heating and air
conditioning system, the audio
system, and other conveniencef eatures.
A convenient ref erence to the
sections in this manual.
A quick ref erence to the main
controls in your vehicle.
Explains the purpose of each
instrument panel indicator and gauge,
and how to use the controls on the
dashboard and steering column. ID numbers, dimensions, capacities,
and technical information.
How to order manuals and other
technical literature.
A summary of the inf ormation you
need when you pull up to the f uel
pump.
The proper way to start the engine,
shif t the transmission, and park; plus
what you need to know if you’re
planning to tow a trailer.
Important inf ormation about the
proper use and care of your vehicle’s
seat belts, an overview of the
supplemental restraint system, and
valuable inf ormation on how to
protect children with child restraints. The maintenance minder shows you
when you need to take your vehicle
to the dealer for maintenance service.
There is also a list of things to check
and instructions on how to check
them.
This section covers several problems
motorists sometimes experience,
and details how to handle them.A summary of the warranties
covering your new vehicle, and how
to contact us for any reason. Refer to
your warranty manual f or detailed
inf ormation.
What gasoline to use, how to break-
in your new vehicle, and how to load
luggage and other cargo.
Overview of Contents
Contents
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Driver and Passenger Saf ety
Instruments and Controls
Features T echnical Inf ormation
Authorized Manuals
(U.S. only)
Index
Service Inf ormation Summary
Maintenance
Driving
Bef ore Driving
T aking Care of the Unexpected Warranty and Customer
Relations
(U.S. and Canada only)
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Thediagramsinthissectiongive
you the dimensions and capacities of
your vehicle and the locations of the
identif ication numbers. It also
includes inf ormation you should
know about your vehicle’s tires and
emissions control systems.
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Identif ication Numbers .292
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Specif ications .294
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .296
Unif orm Tire Quality ..................................
Grading .296
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Treadwear .296
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Traction .296
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Temperature .297
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Tire Labeling .298
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) Required .............
Federal Explanation .300
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Emissions Controls .302
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The Clean Air Act .302
Crankcase Emissions Control
....................................
System .302
Evaporative Emissions Control ....................................
System .302
Onboard Ref ueling Vapor ................................
Recovery .302
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Exhaust Emissions Controls .303
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PGM-FI System .303
Ignition Timing Control
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System .303
Exhaust Gas Recirculation ...................
(EGR) System .303 Three Way Catalytic
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Converter .303
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Replacement Parts .303
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Three Way Catalytic Converter .304
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Emissions Testing .305
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Testing of Readiness Codes .305
T echnical Inf ormation
Technical Inf ormation
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Specif ications
294
Dimensions
Weights
Battery
Capacities
Seating Capacities 1.93 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)
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)
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 20 AH/5 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
)
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.
Total
Front
Rear 8
2
3
3 Approx.
1:
2:
1:
2: Front
Rear
4WD
2WD
Front
Rear
4WD
2WD Change
Total
Change
Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
Change
Total
Change 4WD
2WD
4WD
2WD
Second row
Third row
1 : LX and LX-VP models 2 : EX, EX-L, and EX-SE models
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Certif ication Label .292
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Chains .268
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Changing a Flat Tire .273
Change Oil
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How to .246
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When to .237
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Charging System Indicator .62,282
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Checklist, Bef ore Driving .204
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Childproof Door Locks .83
Child Seats
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LATCH .47
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Tether Anchorage Points .51
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Climate Control System .112
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Clock, Setting the .142
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Code, Audio System .141
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CO in the Exhaust .302
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Cold Weather, Starting in .205
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Compact Spare Tire .272
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Console Compartment .99
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Consumer Inf ormation .308
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Controls, Instruments and .59
Coolant
........................................
Adding .248
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Checking .192
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Proper Solution .248
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Temperature Gauge .71 ...................
Conversation Mirror .100
Crankcase Emissions Control
........................................
System .302
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Cruise Control Operation .177
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Customer Service Inf ormation .308
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Economy, Fuel .193
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Emergencies on the Road .271
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Battery, Jump Starting .278
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Brake System Indicator .284
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Changing a Flat Tire .273
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Charging System Indicator .282
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Checking the Fuses .285
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Low Oil Pressure Indicator .282
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Malf unction Indicator Lamp .283
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Overheated Engine .280
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Emergency Brake .97
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Emergency Flashers .77
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Emergency Towing .285
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Emissions Controls .302
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Emissions Testing .305
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DANGER, Explanation of .iii
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Dashboard .4,60
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Daytime Running Lights .76
Daytime Running Lights
.......................................
Indicator .67
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Dead Battery .278
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Def ects, Reporting Saf ety .310
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Def ogger, Rear Window .77
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Def rosting the Windows .108,110
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Dimensions .294
...............
Dimming the Headlights .75
Dipstick
..........
Automatic Transmission .250
..................................
Engine Oil .191
....................
Directional Signals .66,75
........
Disc Brake Wear Indicators .215
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Disposal of Used Oil .247 Doors
..............
Locking and Unlocking .82
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .296
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Driver and Passenger Safety .7
...........................................
Driving .203
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Economy .193
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DVD Player .144
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DVD Player Error Message .173
Index
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Unexpected, Taking Care..........................................
of the .271
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Unif orm Tire Quality Grading .296
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Unleaded Gasoline .188
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Used Oil, How to Dispose of .247
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Vanity Mirror .101
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Vehicle Capacity Load .199
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Vehicle Dimensions .294
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Vehicle Identif ication Number .292
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
....................................
System .218
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VSA Of f Switch .219
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Vehicle Storage .270
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VIN .292
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Viscosity, Oil .245
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VTM-4 Lock .210 ............
WARNING, Explanation of .iii
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Warning Labels, Location of .58
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Warranty Coverages .309
Washer, Windshield
........
Checking the Fluid Level .249
............................
Level Indicator .67
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Operation .74
Wheels ...............
Adjusting the Steering .78
............
Alignment and Balance .266
..........................
Compact Spare .272
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Nut Wrench .275
Windows ..................
Operating the Power .94
...........................
Rear, Def ogger .77
Windshield ...........................
Def roster .108,110
.......................................
Washers .74
Wipers, Windshield .......................
Changing Blades .261
.....................................
Operation .74
Rear Window Wiper and
.....................................
Washer .74
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Wireless Headphones .174
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Tires .263
..............................
Air Pressure .264
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Checking Wear .265
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Compact Spare .272
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DOT Tire Quality Grading .296
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Inf lation .263
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Inspection .265
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Maintenance .266
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Replacing .266
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Rotating .266
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Service Lif e .265
...........................................
Snow .268
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Specif ications .295
...................
Tools, Tire Changing .273
Towing
.....................................
A Trailer .220
................
Emergency Wrecker .285
....
Equipment and Accessories .227
.......................
Traction Devices .268
..................
Trailer Driving Tips .227
.............................
Weight Limit .223
Transmission ...............
Checking Fluid Level .250
...........................
Fluid Selection .250
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Identif ication Number .292
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Shif ting the Automatic .206 .....................................
Treadwear .296
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Trip Meter .70
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Turn Signals .75
Index
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