2011 HONDA PILOT engine oil capacity

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):
9. 8. 7.
6. 4.
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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Specif ications
538
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 33 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
0.196 US gal (0.74
)
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
1
2
2
3
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CONT INUED
................................................
AAC .300
...
Accessories and Modif ications . 402
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key .....................................
Position) .137
............
Accessory Power Sockets . 186
...........................
AC Power Outlet .187
................
Active Head Restraints . 158
....................
Additives, Engine Oil . 473
...........................
Advanced Airbags .31
.............................
Airbag (SRS) .11, 26
..........
Airbag System Components . 26
......
Air Conditioning System . 192,199
.............
Rear A/C Control . 197,204
.......................
Air Outlets (Vents) .206
.......................
Air Pressure, Tires .496
......................................
Antif reeze .475
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) ....................
Indicator Light .72, 430
...................................
Operation .429
..............
Anti-thef t, Audio System . 313
Anti-thef t Steering Column ............................................
Lock .137
........
Audio System . 208,210,226,252 Auto Control Mode, Starting
........................................
Engine .411
............................
Auto Door Lock .116
...
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 139
.........................
Auto Door Unlock .117
..........
Automatic Climate Control . 199
.......................
Automatic Lighting .127
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 24
.............
Automatic Speed Control . 350
..............
Automatic Transmission . 413
..........................
Capacity, Fluid .538
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 478
.......................................
Shif ting .413
Shif t Lever Position ...............................
Indicators .413
................
Shif t Lever Positions . 414
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 416
......................
Auxiliary Input Jack .310
Battery Charging System ...........................
Indicator .70, 521
............................
Jump Starting .517
..............................
Maintenance .504 ............................
Specif ications . 539
..............................
Bef ore Driving .393
....................................
Belts,Seat .9,22
.........................
Beverage Holders .181
........
HandsFreeLink. 361
..................................
Booster Seats .58
Brakes ...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 429
.............
Break-in, New Linings . 394
............
Bulb Replacement . 486,488
...........................................
Fluid .481
.......................................
Parking .169
.................
System Indicator . 71,523
........................
Wear Indicators .429
.............................
Braking System .428
.................
Break-in, New Vehicle . 394
Brightness Control, ...............................
Instruments .131Bluetooth
Index
A
B
INDEX
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4WD models only4WD models only
Service Inf ormation Summary
Gasoline: Brake Fluid:
Tire Pressure (measured cold):
Rear Differential Fluid:
Automatic Transmission Fluid: Recommended Engine Oil: Fuel Tank Capacity: Transfer Assembly Fluid:
Power Steering Fluid:Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid
DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or
DOT 4 brake fluid as a temporary
replacement (see page ).
Front/Rear:
32 psi (220 kPa , 2.2 kgf/cm
)
Compact Spare Tire: 60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane
number of 87 or higher.
Honda VTM-4 Differential Fluid
(see page ).
Honda Genuine ATF-Z1
(automatic transmission fluid)
(see page ). 4.5 US qt (4.3
)
Oil change capacity (including
filter): API Premium grade 5W-20
detergent oil (see page ). SAE 90 or SAE 80W-90 viscosity
hypoid gear oil, API service
classified GL4 or GL5 only.
Honda Power Steering Fluid
preferred, or another brand of
power steering fluid as a
temporary replacement. Do not
use ATF (see page ).
Premium fuel is recommended
when towing in certain conditions
(see page ).
21.00 US gal (79.5
)
472 480
479 482481
446
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