2009 HONDA PILOT change wheel

on loose or
uneven surf aces, such as gravel or
snow, than a vehicle without anti-
lock. It only helps with steering
control during braking.
such as trying to take a
corner too f ast or making a sudden
lane change. Always drive at a safe
speed f or the road and weather
conditions.
Always steer moderately
when you are braking hard. Severe
or sharp steering wheel movement
can still cause your vehicle to veer
into oncoming traffic or off the road.
If the ABS indicator and the brake
system indicator come on together,
and the parking brake is f ully
released, the EBD system may also
be shut down.
If this indicator comes on, the anti-
lock f unction of the braking system
has shut down. The brakes still work
like a conventional system, but
without anti-lock. You should have
your dealer inspect your vehicle as
soon as possible.
If the indicator comes on while
driving, test the brakes as instructed
on page . You will also see a ‘‘CHECK ABS
SYSTEM’’ message on the multi-
inf ormation display (see page ). If this happens, you will also see
‘‘CHECK ABS SYSTEM’’ and
‘‘CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM’’
messages on the multi-inf ormation
display.
Test your brakes as instructed on
page . If the brakes f eel normal,
drive slowly and have your vehicle
repaired by your dealer as soon as
possible. Avoid sudden hard braking
which could cause the rear wheels to
lock up and possibly lead to a loss of
control.
The VSA indicator will come on
alongwiththeABSindicator.
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527 527
On Touring models On Touring models
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
A vehicle with A BS may require a
longer distance to stop A BS does not reduce the time or
distance it takes to stop the
vehicle. Important Saf ety Reminders
A BS will not prevent a skid that
results f rom changing direction
abruptly,
A BS cannot prevent a loss of
stability.
ABS Indicator
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When the remaining engine oil lif e is
15 percent or less, the display shows
a ‘‘SERVICE DUE SOON’’ message
along with the maintenance item
code(s) f or other scheduled
maintenance items needing service. The system message indicator on
the instrument panel will also come
on, and a beeper will sound.
To cancel the system message, press
and release the INFO ( / ) button
on the steering wheel. At this time,
the system message indicator will
also be turned of f . Then the display
will change to the engine oil lif e
display. You will see the
maintenance item code(s) along with
the engine oil lif e on the multi-
inf ormation display.
Maintenance Minder
464
MAINTENANCE ITEM CODE(S)
SYSTEM MESSAGE INDICATOR
U.S. model is shown.
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ÛÝYou will also see the system
message every time you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position until your vehicle have the
indicated maintenance perf ormed by
your dealer.
To cancel the system message, press
and release the INFO ( / ) button
on the steering wheel. At this time,
the system message indicator will
also be turned of f . Then the display
will change to the engine oil lif e
display. You will see a ‘‘SERVICE’’
message and along with the
maintenance item code(s) on the
multi-inf ormation display. If the indicated maintenance service
is not done and the engine oil lif e
reaches to 0 percent, you will see a
‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’ message
along with the maintenance item
code(s) on the multi-inf ormation
display.
Maintenance Minder
466
U.S. model is shown.
U.S. model is shown.
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When you see this message, have
the indicated maintenance done by
your dealer immediately. The system message indicator on
the instrument panel will also come
on, and a beeper will sound.
The system message will appear
again by pressing the INFO ( / )
button af ter cancel it.
You will also see the system
message every time you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position until your vehicle have the
indicated maintenance perf ormed by
your dealer.
To cancel the system message, press
and release the INFO ( / ) button
on the steering wheel. At this time,
the system message indicator will be turned of f . Then the display
will change to the engine oil lif e
display. You will see the engine oil
lif e blinking and a ‘‘SERVICE’’
message along with the maintenance
item code(s) on the multi-
inf ormation display.
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Maintenance Minder
not
Maint enance
467
U.S. model is shown.
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ÛÝ Negative mileage means your
vehicle has passed the maintenance
required point. The system message will appear
again by pressing the INFO ( / )
button after canceling it.
You will also see the system
message every time you turn the
ignition switch to the ON (II)
position until you have the indicated
maintenance perf ormed by your
dealer.
Immediately have the service
perf ormed, and make sure to reset
the display as described on page .
If the indicated required service is
not done and the remaining engine
oil lif e becomes 0%, the multi-
inf ormation display will show a
‘‘SERVICE PAST DUE’’ message,
thetotalmileageaftertheremaining
oillifebecame0%,andthe
maintenance item code(s). To cancel the system message, press
and release the INFO ( / ) button
on the steering wheel. At this time,
the system message indicator will
be turned of f . Then the display
will change to the engine oil lif e
display. You will see the negative
mileage blinking and a ‘‘SERVICE’’
message along with the maintenance
item code(s) on the multi-
inf ormation display. 469
Maintenance Minder
not
468
U.S.
U.S.
Canada Canada
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Remove the bracket from the
spare tire. Keep turning the wheel nut
wrench to create slack in the cable.Loosen each wheel nut 1/2 turn
with the wheel nut wrench.Placethejackunderthejacking
point nearest the tire you need to
change.
9.
10. 12.
11.
Changing a Flat Tire
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
515
BRACKET JACKING POINT
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Specif ications
542
Seating Capacities Air Conditioning Dimensions
Capacities
Weights 1.98 US gal (7.5
)
2.48 US gal (9.4)
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
4.2 US qt (4.0
)
5.3 US qt (5.0
)
190.9 in (4,850 mm)
78.5 in (1,995 mm)
70.9 in (1,802 mm)
21.00 US gal (79.5
)
Total
Front
Second
Third 3 3
2
8
Refrigerant type
Charge quantity
Lubricant type
ND-OIL8
21.2 22.9 oz (600 650 g) HFC-134a (R-134a)
The GCWR must be reduced 2 percent for every 1,000 feet (305
meters) of elevation. See the tire information label atta-
ched to the driver’s doorjamb.
8,466 lbs (3,840 kg)
Length
Width
Height
Wheelbase
Track
67.5 in (1,715 mm) 67.7 in (1,720 mm)
109.3 in (2,775 mm)
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
0.214 US gal (0.81
)
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity: 4.2 US qt (4.0
)
Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil
Automatic
transmission
fluid
Rear
differential
fluid (4WD)
Transfer
assembly
fluid (4WD)
Windshield
washer
reservoir
6.9 US qt (6.5)
72.7 in (1,846 mm)
9,579 lbs (4,345 kg)
3.6 US qt (3.4
)
8.6 US qt (8.1)
3.6 US qt (3.4)
8.6 US qt (8.1)
2.79 US qt (2.64)
3.01 US qt (2.85)
0.45 US qt (0.43
)
0.48 US qt (0.45)
Gross vehicle weight rating
Gross combined weight
rating (GCWR) Approx.
Front
Rear
1:
2:U.S. vehicles
Canadian
vehicles
1 :
2 : Except U.S. LX models
U.S. LX models
2WD models
1:
2:
3: 4WDmodels 2WD
4WDChange
Total
Change
Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
Change
Total
1 1
2
2
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..........
SRS, Additional Inf ormation . 24
...
Additional Safety Precautions . 35
.............................
Airbag Service .35
......
Airbag System Components . 24
..
How the SRS Indicator Works . 33
How Your Front Airbags .........................................
Work .27
...
How Your Side Airbags Work . 30
How Your Side Curtain Airbags .........................................
Work .32
.............................
SRS Indicator .33 ,70
..
START (Ignition Key Position) . 135
.......................
Starting the Engine .415
...................
Auto Control Mode . 415
In Cold Weather at High ..................................
Altitude .416
................
With a Dead Battery . 521
........
Steam Coming f rom Engine . 523
Steering Wheel ................................
Adjustment .131
...........
Anti-thef t Column Lock . 135
......................
Buttons .309, 348,361
Stereo Sound ...............
System . 206,207,224,250
..................
Storage Compartment . 180
....................
Storing Your Vehicle .510 ........................
Sunglasses Holder .181
........................................
Sun Visor .182
Supplemental Restraint System ......................................
Servicing .35
.........................
SRS Indicator .33 ,70
...................
System Components . 24
..................................
Synthetic Oil .477
.....................................
Tachometer .80
..........................................
Tailgate .142
...............................
Glass Hatch .146
......................
Open Indicator .11, 93
...............................
Opening the .142
.........................................
Power .143
......
Taillights, Changing Bulbs in . 490
.
Taking Care of the Unexpected . 511
Technical Descriptions ......
DOT Tire Quality Grading . 544
.....
Emissions Control Systems . 551
Three Way Catalytic ...............................
Converter .553
.......................
Temperature Gauge .80
........
Temperature, Inside Sensor . 205
....................
Temperature, Outside . 88...................
Tensioners, Seat Belts . 22
..............
Tether Anchorage Points . 53
................
Thef t Protection, Radio . 311
..
Three Way Catalytic Converter . 553
.
Tilt/Telescopic Steering Wheel . 131
....................................
Timing Belt .486
....................................
Tire Chains .507
.........
Tire, How to Change a Flat . 513
.................................
Tire Labeling .546
Tire Pressure Monitoring ............
System (TPMS) . 424,548
Low Tire Pressure ...........................
Indicator .72, 427
.......
Tire Pressure Monitor . 89,428
Index
INDEX
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