2009 HONDA PILOT radio

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While the overhead screen is closed,
you can see the XM radio
inf ormation in the subsidiary display
in the ceiling. Pressing the DISP
MODE button repeatedly changes
the subsidiary display f rom the
channel number, to the category
name, to the music title, to the artist
name, and to the channel name, and
then back to the channel number.
To change mode, press and hold the
DISP MODE button f or 5 seconds.
Usethe,,,or
button to highlight REPEAT,
RANDOM, SCAN, , (skip), , or (cue) on the overhead
screen. You can enter the
highlighted f unction by pressing the
ENT button. These f unctions have
the same features as those of the
f ront audio system. If discs are loaded in the disc
changer, select them by pressing the
CD button.
To change the disc currently playing,
usethe,,,or button to highlight your
selected disc icon, and press ENT.
If CDs are loaded in the CD changer
and the overhead screen is not open,
pressing the or button changes
the discs. If an iPod
or USB f lash memory
device is connected to the USB
adapter cable in the console
compartment, you can select f iles to
play.
For an iPod
,usethe , ,
, or button to highlight
REPEAT, RANDOM, , (skip), , or (cue) on
the overhead screen.
For a USB f lash memory device, use
the,,,or button to highlight REPEAT,
RANDOM, SCAN, , (skip), , or (cue) on the overhead
screen.
Rear Entertainment System
To Play a Disc in the 6-Disc
Changer f rom the Rear Control
Panel To Play an iPodor USB Flash
Memory Device f rom the Rear
Control Panel
Features
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The security system automatically
sets 15 seconds after you lock the
doors, the hood, the tailgate, and the
glass hatch. For the system to
activate, you must lock the doors,
thetailgateandtheglasshatchfrom
the outside with the key, driver’s
lock tab, door lock master switch, or
remote transmitter. The security
system indicator on the instrument
panel starts blinking immediately to
show you the system is setting itself . The security system helps to protect
your vehicle and valuables f rom thef t.
The horn sounds and a combination
of headlights, parking lights, side
marker lights and taillights f lashes if
someone attempts to break into your
vehicle or remove the audio unit.
This alarm continues for two
minutes, then the system resets. To
reset an alarming system bef ore the
two minutes have elapsed, unlock
the driver’s door with the key or the
remote transmitter.Once the security system is set,
opening any door, the tailgate, the
glass hatch, or the hood without
using the key or the remote
transmitter will cause the alarm to
sound. It will also sound if the radio
is removed f rom the dashboard or
the wiring is cut.The security system will not set if
the hood, the tailgate, the glass
hatch, or any door is not f ully closed.
If the system will not set, check that
thedoors,thetailgateandthehood
are f ully closed.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it.
Except LX models
Security System
Features
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SECURITY SYSTEM INDICATOR
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Bef ore installing any accessory:Make sure the accessory does not
obscure any lights, or interf ere
with proper vehicle operation or
perf ormance.
Be sure electronic accessories do
not overload electrical circuits
(see page ) or interf ere with
proper operation of your vehicle.
Do not install accessories on the
side pillars or across the rear
windows. Accessories installed in
theseareasmayinterferewith
proper operation of the side
curtain airbags.
When properly installed, cellular
phones, alarms, two-way radios, and
low-powered audio systems should
not interf ere with your vehicle’s
computer controlled systems, such
as your airbags, anti-lock brakes, and
tire pressure monitoring system.
If possible, have your dealer
inspect the f inal installation. Bef ore installing any electronic
accessory, have the installer
contact your dealer for assistance.
If possible, have your dealer
inspect the f inal installation.
Modif ying your vehicle, or installing
some non-Honda accessories, can
make it unsaf e. Bef ore you make any
modif ications or add any accessories,
be sure to read the f ollowing
inf ormation.
Your dealer has Honda accessories
that allow you to personalize your
vehicle. These accessories have
been designed and approved f or your
vehicle, and are covered by warranty.
Although non-Honda accessories
may f it on your vehicle, they may not
meet f actory specif ications, and
could adversely af f ect your vehicle’s
handling and stability.
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A ccessories
A ccessories and Modif ications
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Improper accessories or
modifications can affect your
vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a
crash in which you can be hurt
or killed.
Follow all instructions in this
owner’s manual regarding
accessories and modifications.
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Check the terminals f or corrosion (a
white or yellowish powder). To
remove it, cover the terminals with a
solution of baking soda and water. It
will bubble up and turn brown. When
this stops, wash it of f with plain
water. Dry off the battery with a
cloth or paper towel. Coat the
terminals with grease to help prevent
f urther corrosion.
Battery posts,
terminals, and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. If additional battery maintenance is
needed, see your dealer or a
qualif ied technician.
If you need to connect the battery to
a charger, disconnect both cables to
prevent damaging your vehicle’s
electrical system. Always disconnect
the negative ( ) cable first, and
reconnect it last. If the radio f use is removed, the
audio system will disable itself . The
nexttimeyouturnontheradioyou
will see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
f requency display. Use the preset
buttons to enter the digit code (see
page ).
Check the condition of the battery
monthlybylookingatthetest
indicator window. The label on the
battery explains the test indicator’s
colors.
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WARNING:
Wash your hands af ter handling.
Checking the Battery
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TEST INDICATOR WINDOW
The battery gives off explosive
hydrogen gas during normal
operation.
A spark or flame can cause the
battery to explode with enough
force to kill or seriously hurt you.
Wear protective clothing and a
face shield, or have a skilled
technician do the battery
maintenance.
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If you cannot drive the vehicle
without f ixing the problem, and you
do not have a spare fuse, take a fuse
of the same rating or a lower rating
f rom one of the other circuits. Make
sureyoucandowithoutthatcircuit
temporarily (such as the accessory
power socket or radio).
If you replace the blown f use with a
spare f use that has a lower rating, it
might blow out again. This does not
indicate anything wrong. Replace the
f use with one of the correct rating as
soon as you can.
Look f or a burned wire inside the
f use. If it is burned out, replace it
withoneof thesparefusesof the
same rating or lower.
Check the smaller f uses in the
under-hood f use boxes and rear
f use box, and all the f uses in the
interior and rear f use boxes by
pulling out each one with the f use
puller provided in the primary
under-hood f use box. 5.
4.
Fuses
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BLOWN
FUSE PULLER
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If the replacement fuse of the
same rating blows in a short time,
there is probably a serious
electrical problem with your
vehicle. Leave the blown fuse in
that circuit, and have your vehicle
checked by a qualif ied technician.If the radio f use is removed, the
audio system will disable itself . The
nexttimeyouturnontheradioyou
will see ‘‘ENTER CODE’’ in the
f requency display. Use the preset
buttons to enter the digit code (see
page ).
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Fuses
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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Replacing a f use with one that has a
higher rating greatly increases the
chances of damaging the electrical
system. If you do not have a
replacement f use with the proper rating
f or the circuit, install one with a lower
rating.
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No. Amps.Amps.
No.
Circuits Protected Circuits Protected
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12 120 A
80 A
50 A
50 A
40 A
30 A
30 A
30 A
40 A
20 A
15 A
10 A 20 A
20 A
7.5 A 20 A
20 A
15 A
15 A
7.5 A 15 A
10 A
10 A
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
Main Fuse
Not Used
OP Main
IG Main
Not Used
Not Used
Head Light Main
Power Window Main
Not Used
Condenser Fan
Cooling Fan
Rear Defroster
Blower
Front Fog Light
Sub
ACM Front Passenger’s Power
Seat Reclining
Front Passenger’s Power
Seat Slide
Oil Level
Head Light Hi Main
Radio
IG Coil
Main
MG Clutch
DBW
Interior Light
Back UP
Fuse Locations
532
PRIMARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOX
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Expectant Mothers, Use of Seat........................................
Belts by .18
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Fan, Interior .191, 200
Features, Comfort and ..............................
Convenience .189
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Filling the Fuel Tank . 399
Filters .........................
Dust and Pollen .494
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Oil .477
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Flashers, Hazard Warning . 128
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Flat Tire, Changing a . 513
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Floor Mats .495
Fluids ..........
Automatic Transmission . 482
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Brake .485
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Power Steering .486
.......................
Rear Differential .484
...................
Transf er Assembly . 484
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Windshield Washer . 481
FM Stereo Radio ...................................
Reception .306
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Fog Lights .126
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Folding the Second Seat . 158.................
Folding the Third Seat . 159
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Four-way Flashers .128
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Front Airbags .9 ,27
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Front Seat .152
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Adjusting .152
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Airbags .9, 27
.......................................
Heaters .162
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Fuel .398
......................
Fill Door and Cap .399
...........................................
Gauge .80
................
Octane Requirement . 398
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Oxygenated .398
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Reserve Indicator .77
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Tank, Filling the .399
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Tighten Fuel Cap .400
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Fuel Economy .403
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Fuses, Checking the .529
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Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 487
...........................
HandsFreeLink
. 360
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HFL Buttons .361
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Hazard Warning Flashers . 128
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Gas Mileage, Improving . 404
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Gasoline .398
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Gauge .80
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Low Fuel Indicator .78
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Octane Requirement . 398
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Tank, Ref ueling .399 ................
Gas Station Procedures . 399
Gauges ...
Engine Coolant Temperature . 80
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Fuel .80
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Speedometer .80
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Tachometer .80
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight .......................................
Rating) .439
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight .......................................
Rating) .440
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Gearshif t Lever Positions . 418
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Glass Hatch .146
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Glove Box .181
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight .......................................
Rating) .439
Index
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