2010 HONDA PILOT trailer

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Maintenance Minder
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Maintenance Main ItemsReplace engine oil Replace engine oil and oil filterInspect front and rear brakesCheck parking brake adjustmentInspect these items:Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and bootsSuspension componentsDriveshaft bootsBrake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)All fluid levels and condition of fluidsExhaust systemFuel lines and connections
Maintenance Sub ItemsRotate tiresReplace air cleaner element
Replace dust and pollen filter
Inspect drive belt Replace transmission and transfer fluidReplace spark plugsReplace timing belt and inspect water pump
Inspect valve clearance Replace engine coolantReplace VTM-4 rear differential fluid
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If the message, ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page .
Independent of the maintenance messages in the information display, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.
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If you drive in dusty conditions, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and fromdiesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles(24,000 km).
If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures(under 20°F, 29°C), or towing a trailer, replace every60,000 miles (U.S.)/100,000 km (Canada).
Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level ofmechanical (shear) stress to fluid. This requiresdifferential fluid changes more frequently thanrecommended by the maintenance minder. If youregularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles(12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
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µµCheck the level on the side of the
reservoir when the engine is cold.
The f luid should be between the
UPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.
If not add power steering f luid to the
UPPER LEVEL mark.
Always use Honda Power Steering
Fluid. You may use another power
steering f luid as an emergency
replacement, but have the power
steering system f lushed and ref illed
with Honda PSF as soon as possible.
The timing belt should be replaced
at the intervals shown in the
maintenance minder schedule.
A low power steering f luid level can
indicate a leak in the system. Check
the f luid level f requently, and have
the system inspected as soon as
possible.
If you are not sure how to add
f luid, contact your dealer.
Pour the f luid slowly and caref ully so
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spills immediately; it could damage
components in the engine
compartment.
Replace the timing belt every 60,000
miles (U.S.) or every 100,000 km
(Canada) if you regularly drive your
vehicle in any of the f ollowing
conditions:
In very high temperatures
(over 110°F, 43°C).
In very low temperatures
(under 20°F, 29°C).
Frequently towing a trailer.
Timing BeltPower Steering Fluid
Power Steering Fluid, Timing Belt
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UPPER LEVEL
LOWER LEVEL
Turning the steering wheel to f ull lef t
or right lock and holding it there can
damage the power steering pump.
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CONT INUED
Your vehicle has halogen headlight
bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle
it by its base, and protect the glass
f rom contact with your skin or hard
objects. If you touch the glass, clean
it with denatured alcohol and a clean
cloth.
Open the hood.
If you need to change the
headlight bulb on the driver’s side,
remove the f ront end of the air
intake duct by pulling it out.
Theheadlightswereproperlyaimed
when your vehicle was new. If you
regularly carry heavy items in the
cargo area or pull a trailer,
readjustment may be required.
Adjustmentsshouldbedonebyyour
dealer or another qualif ied
technician.
The high beam headlight bulb, the
low beam headlight bulb, and
daytime running light bulb are
replaced the same way.
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Headlight A imingReplacing a Headlight/Daytime
Running L ight Bulb
Lights
Maint enance
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CONNECTOR
BULB
Halogen headlight bulbs get very hot
when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch
on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
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Circuits ProtectedAmps.No.No. Amps.
No. Amps. Circuits Protected
Circuits Protected
Small Light
Stop Lamp
Back Lamp
Turn Lamp, Hazard
20 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
40 A
20 A
30 A
40 A
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
30 A
30 A
15 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
20 A
15 A
10 A
20 A
20 A
15 A
20 A
15 A
15 A
20 A
15 A
30 A
Rear Blower
VSA Motor
Hazard
Power Tail Gate Closer
Driver’s Power Seat
Reclining
Driver’s Power Seat Slide
Stop & Horn
Rear Console Accessory
Socket
Rear Wiper
Trailer E-Brake
A/C Inverter
Center Console Accessory
Socket
Trailer Charge
Front Accessory Socket
Rear Accessory Socket
Glass Hatch Motor
Rear Heated Seat
Head Light Washer Motor
Power Tail Gate Motor
VTM-4
Trailer Main
VSA FSR
Fuse Locations
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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SECONDARY UNDER-HOOD FUSE BOXREAR FUSE BOX
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The operator will load
your vehicle on the back of a truck.
Any other method of towing will
damage the drive system. When you
contact the towing agency, inf orm
them a f lat-bed is required.
If your vehicle needs to be towed,
call a prof essional towing service or
organization. Never tow your vehicle
with just a rope or chain. It is very
dangerous.
4WD models only
Emergency Towing
The only way you can saf ely tow
your vehicle is with f lat-bed
equipment.
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
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Towing with only two tires on the
ground will damage parts of the 4WD
system. It should be transported on a
f lat-bed truck or trailer.
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If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
533
TRAILER HITCH
REAR
To avoid damage to your vehicle, use
the towing hook f or straight, f lat
ground towing only. Do not tow at an
angle. The tow hook should not be used
to tow the vehicle onto a f lat bed. Do
not use it as a tie down.
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...............................................Tires.496
..............................AirPressure.496
.........................CheckingWear.498
..........................CompactSpare.508
......DOTTireQualityGrading.540
......................................Inflation.496
..................................Inspection.498
..............................Maintenance.499
...................................Replacing.499
......................................Rotating.499
...........................................Snow.502
............................Specifications.539
................................TireChains.503
...................Tools,TireChanging.509
Towing
.....................................ATrailer.434
................EmergencyWrecker.531
....EquipmentandAccessories.441
.............................WeightLimit.434
.........................TrailerLoading.434
.................TrailerTowingTips.446
Transmission
...............CheckingFluidLevel.478
...........................FluidSelection.479
..............IdentificationNumber.536
.............ShiftingtheAutomatic.413
.....................................Treadwear.498
................................TripComputer.92
.................................TripMeter.83,89
....................................TurnSignals.73
Unexpected,TakingCare
..........................................ofthe.507
....UniformTireQualityGrading.540
........................UnleadedGasoline.394
..............USBAdapterCable.290,301
.........USBFlashMemoryDevice.298
.......UsedOil,HowtoDisposeof.474
............WARNING,Explanationof.iii
.........WarningLabels,Locationof.62
..................WarrantyCoverages.555
Washer,Windshield
........CheckingtheFluidLevel.477
............................LevelIndicator.96
...................................Operation.124
Wheels
.............AdjustingtheSteering.133
............AlignmentandBalance.499
..........AluminumAlloyWheels.503
.....................................Cleaning.503
..........................CompactSpare.508
..............................Wrench,Nut.510
................................VanityMirror.185
.................VehicleCapacityLoad.405
......................VehicleDimensions.538
....VehicleIdentificationNumber.536
VehicleStabilityAssist(VSA)
....................................System.431
VSAActivation
....................Indicator.73,95,431
.........................VSAOffSwitch.432
..VSASystemIndicator.73,95,431
.............................VehicleStorage.506
.....................................Ventilation.195
.................................................VIN.536
..................................Viscosity,Oil.472
...........VoiceControlSystem.200,252
..................................VTM-4Lock.418
Index
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V
W
X
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