2010 HONDA PILOT oil dipstick

Wait a f ew minutes af ter turning the
engine of f bef ore you check the oil.
Remove the dipstick (orange loop).
Remove the dipstick again, and
check the level. It should be
between the upper and lower
marks.
If it is near or below the lower mark,
seeon page .
Look at the coolant level in the
radiator reserve tank. Make sure it is
between the MAX and MIN lines. If
it is below the MIN line, see
on page f or
inf ormation on adding the proper
coolant.
Refer to
on page f or inf ormation
about checking other items on your
vehicle.
Wipe of f the dipstick with a clean
cloth or paper towel.
Insert the dipstick all the way back
into its hole.
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467
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Oil Check
A dding Engine Oil
Engine Coolant Check
A dding
Engine Coolant
Owner’s Maintenance
Checks
Service Station Procedures
398
UPPER MARK
LOWER MARKMIN MAX
DIPSTICKRESERVE TANK
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Fluid Locations
470
WASHER FLUID (Blue cap)
RADIATOR CAP
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK(Orange loop)AUTOMATICTRANSMISSIONFLUID DIPSTICK(Yellow loop)
POWER STEERING FLUID(Red cap)
ENGINE COOLANT RESERVOIR
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
BRAKE FLUID(Black cap)
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The oil viscosity or weight is
provided on the container’s label.
5W-20 oil is f ormulated f or year-
round protection of your vehicle to
improve cold weather starting and
f uel economy.
Reinstall the engine oil f ill cap, and
tighten it securely. Wait a f ew
minutes, and recheck the oil level on
the engine oil dipstick. Do not f ill
above the upper mark; you could
damage the engine.
Oil is a major contributor to your
engine’s perf ormance and longevity.
Always use a premium-grade 5W-20
detergent oil displaying the API
Certif ication Seal. This seal indicates
the oil is energy conserving, and that
it meets the American Petroleum
Institute’s latest requirements. It is
highly recommended that you use
Honda motor oil in your vehicle.
Make sure the API Certif ication Seal
says ‘‘For Gasoline Engines.’’
Unscrew and remove the engine oil
fill cap on top of the valve cover.
Pour in the oil slowly and caref ully so
you do not spill any. Clean up any
spills immediately. Spilled oil could
damage components in the engine
compartment.
Recommended Engine Oil
A dding Engine Oil
472
API CERTIFICATION SEAL
Ambient Temperature
ENGINE OIL FILL CAP
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Remove the oil f ilter, and let the
remaining oil drain. A special
wrench (available from your
dealer) is required.
Reinstall 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.
Turn of f the engine and let it sit
f or several minutes, then check
the oil level on the dipstick. If
necessary, add more oil.
Make sure the oil f ilter gasket is
not stuck to the contacting surface
of the engine. If it is, remove it
bef ore installing a new oil f ilter.
Install a new oil f ilter according to
the instructions that come with it.
Make sure to clean of f any dirt
and dust on the contacting surf ace
of a new oil f ilter.
Put a new washer on the drain bolt,
then reinstall the drain bolt.
Tighten the drain bolt to:
Refill the engine with the recom-
mended oil.
Engine oil change capacity
(including f ilter):
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6.
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5.
3.
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
474
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.
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Saf ely pull of f the road, and shut
of f the engine. Turn on the hazard
warning indicators.
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 indicator. If it does not go
out within 10 seconds, turn of f the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(seeon page
).
This indicator should never come on
when the engine is running. If it
starts flashing or stays on, the oil
pressure has dropped very low or
lost pressure. Serious engine
damage is possible, and you should
take immediate action.
If the charging system indicator
comes on brightly when the engine
is running, the battery is not being
charged.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
ENGINE OIL LEVEL’’ message on
the multi-information display when
this indicator comes on.
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.
You will also see a ‘‘CHECK
CHARGING SYSTEM’’ message on
the multi-information display (see
page ).
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4.
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472
531
95
On Touring models
On Touring models
Emergency T owing
L ow Oil Pressure
Indicator
Charging System
Indicator
L ow Oil Pressure Indicator, Charging System Indicator
T aking Care of t he Unexpect ed
521
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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CONTINUED
..............................Economy,Fuel.399
ElectronicStabilityControl(ESC)
........................................System.431
..................................Emergencies.507
.............Battery,JumpStarting.517
...........BrakeSystemIndicator.523
................ChangingaFlatTire.509
.....ChargingSystemIndicator.521
..................CheckingtheFuses.525
...........DrivingwithaFlatTire.508
.......HazardWarningFlashers.130
............................JumpStarting.517
.....LowOilPressureIndicator.521
...MalfunctionIndicatorLamp.522
..................OverheatedEngine.519
.......................................Towing.531
.........................EmergencyBrake.169
....................EmergencyFlashers.130
......................EmergencyTowing.531
.......................EmissionsControls.547
........................EmissionsTesting.550
Engine
..............CheckStarterSystem.412
....CoolantTemperatureGauge.82
.........................IfitWon’tStart.516
MalfunctionIndicator
................................Lamp.70,522
.......................................OilLife.455
........OilPressureIndicator.70,521
..............Oil,WhatKindtoUse.472
...............................Overheating.519
............................Specifications.539
............................SpeedLimiter.416
.......................................Starting.411
.EvaporativeEmissionsControls.547
...............................ExhaustFumes.61
ExhaustGasRecirculation
........................................System.548
...................................Dashboard.3,66
..............DaytimeRunningLights.128
.................................DeadBattery.517
............Defects,ReportingSafety.556
..............Defogger,RearWindow.130
......DefrostingtheWindows.194,203
..........................DifferentialFluid.538
....................................Dimensions.538
.............DimmingtheHeadlights.126
Dipstick
..........AutomaticTransmission.478
..................................EngineOil.398
..........................DirectionalSignals.73
........DiscBrakeWearIndicators.429
.......................................DiscCare.285
........................DiscChanger.242,274
DiscChangerError
...........................Messages.251,284
....................DiscPlayer.218,242,274
.....................DisposalofUsedOil.474
Doors
.................................Indicator.13,95
............LockingandUnlocking.138
..................LockoutPrevention.144
....................PowerDoorLocks.138
..........DOTTireQualityGrading.540
...........DriverandPassengerSafety.5
...........................................Driving.409
....................................Economy.399
DrivingPositionMemory
........................................System.173
..................DustandPollenFilter.490
......DVDPlayerErrorMessages.345
...................................DVDPlayer.320
Index
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INDEX
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