2011 HONDA PILOT Technology Reference Guide

T E C H N O L O G YR E F E R E N C E G U I D E
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Voice Recognition ....................................\2........................................\2.......................\f6
Navigation...................................\2....................................\2....................................\2...... 22
Bluetooth
®HandsFreeLink®(HFL)....................................\2.................................... 24
Playing an iPod or USB Flash Memory Device....................................\2............... 27
Rear Entertainment System (RES) ....................................\2.................................. 28
Owner Link ..........................................................\2..................................................\2.. 30
Safety Reminder ....................................\2....................................\2.............................. 3\f
Fuel Recommendation.........................................\2.................................................. 3\f
Instrument Panel Indicators ...................................................................................
2
Information Display .................................................................................................. 6
Multi\bInformation Display (MID) ...........................................................................7
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)........................................................... 9
Auto Door Locks ................................................................................................... \f0
Driving Position Memory System (DPMS) ........................................................ \f2
HomeLink
®..............................................................................................................\f3
Rearview Camera ................................................................................................... \f4
Parking Sensor System ..........................................................................................\f5
BLUETOOTH®
HANDSFREELINK®p. 24
VOICE RECOGNITION p.16
INSTRUMENT PANEL p.2
NAVIGATION p.22
AUDIO p.21
T E C H N O L O G Y R E F E R E N C E G U I D E
The Technology Reference Guide is designed to help you
get acquainted with your new Honda and provide reference
instructions on driving controls and convenience items.
This guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s
Manual. For complete information on vehicle controls and
operation, please refer to the respective sections in the
Owner’s Manual.
As with the Owner’s Manual, this guide covers all trim levels
of the Pilot. Therefore, you may find descriptions of equipment
and features that are not on your particular trim level.
The section headings
in this guide are
color\bcoded to help
you learn about
features specific to
your vehicle’s trim
level (see color key).
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EXL
EXL with Navigation
TouringL L X
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Malfunction IndicatorsIf an indicator remains on, there may be a problem; see your dealer
On\bOff Indicators
Condition IndicatorsAction is needed by driver
PASSENGERAIRBAG
OFFPASSENGER AIRBAG OFF(located on center panel)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
CRUISE CONTROL on
ECOECO on
VSA Activation on
Fog lights on (if equipped)
Headlights on
Turn signals/hazards on
High beams on
Charging system
Low brake fluid
Low oil pressure
ABS (anti\block brake system)
VTM\b4 (4WD only)
Malfunction lamp (check engine light)
VSA(vehicle stability assist)SRS (supplemental restraint system)
Light controlDRL(daytime running lights)
TPMS(tire pressure monitoring system)
Parking brake on:
Release
Door/Tailgate open:
Close door(s) / tailgate
Seat belt reminder:
Fasten seat belt(s)
Maintenance Information:
Make dealer appointmentWasher Level (if equipped):
Add fluid
A/T Temperature (4WD only):
Pull over and let engine idleStarter System: Hold
ignition switch in START
(III) for up to 15 seconds
Low fuel:
Refill
Low tire pressure:
Add air
INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS
Immobilizer
Flashes: improperly coded key;
use correct key
Briefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators are most critical. Blue
and green indicators are used for general information.
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CRUISE MAIN on
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Malfunction IndicatorsIf an indicator remains on, there may be a problem; see your dealerOn\bOff Indicators
Condition IndicatorsAction is needed by driver
PASSENGERAIRBAG
OFFPASSENGER AIRBAG OFF(located on center panel)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
CRUISE CONTROL on
ECOECO on
VSA Activation on
Fog lights on (if equipped)
Headlights on
Turn signals/hazards on
High beams on
Charging system
Low brake fluid
Low oil pressure
ABS (anti\block brake system)
VTM\b4 (4WD only)
Malfunction lamp (check engine light)
VSA(vehicle stability assist)SRS (supplemental restraint system)
Message indicator:
See MID
Parking brake on:
Release
Door/Tailgate open:
Close door(s) / tailgate
Seat belt reminder:
Fasten seat belt(s)
A/T Temperature (4WD only):
Pull over and let engine idle
Low fuel:
Refill
Low tire pressure:
Add air Immobilizer
Flashes: improperly coded key;
use correct key
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CRUISE MAIN on
INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORSBriefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators are most critical. Blue
and green indicators are used for general information.E E
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Accessing the Information Display
Information Displays
* if equipped
I N F O R M A T I O N D I S P L A Y
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
To toggle between the different
displays, press and release the
select/reset knob repeatedly.When you start the engine, the
display shows your last active
selection from the previous drive
cycle.
MULTIINFORMATION DISPLAY (MID)
Each MID display has sub\bdisplays, some of which can be customized.
\b
Accessing the MultiInformation Display
Compass,
odometer, and
total travel
distance
MID Main Displays
When you start the engine, the
display shows your last active
selection from the previous drive
cycle.
Trip
computer*
Keyless
Memory
Settings
TM*
HandsFreeLink®
Tire pressure
monitor
Odometer,
outside
temperature*Odometer,
estimated
range with
remaining fuel
Odometer,
engine oil life
Info
\futtons
SEL/RESET
\futton
7
Trip meter
(A or B),
current and
average fuel
economy
To toggle between the MID
displays, presseither Info button
(
/) for the main displays, and
press the SEL/RESET button for
the sub\bdisplays.
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* see next page
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What to Do
How It Works
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
Monitors the vehicle’s tire pressures.
Each tire valve stem contains
a TPMS sensor.
When the tire pressure drops
significantly below recommended
levels, the low tire pressure
indicator comes on.
NOTE: On vehicles with MID, a
message also appears on the display.
If the TPMS indicator appears, there
may be a problem with the system.
See your dealer.
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Trip Computer
8
Trip
computerInstant fuel
economy
Average
speed A/B
Elapsed time
A/BRange
Average fuel
economy A/B
While on the Trip Computer display,
press the SEL/RESET button to access
trip information. Press either Info
(/ ) button to toggle through the
various screens, or the SEL/RESET
button for sub\bdisplays.Info
\futtons
SEL/RESET
\futton
Press the
Infobutton
Press the
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R E
ES
SE
ETT
butt on
\f.Visually inspect the tires for
damage.
2. Use a tire air pressure gauge
(or check the MID) to check
which tire(s) have low pressure.
\b. Inflate the tire(s), if necessary,
to the recommended pressures
listed on the label on the
driver’s doorjamb.
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A U T O D O O R L O C K SAllows you to program how and when the vehicle doors automatically lock and unlock.
Default Lock\bUnlock Setting
Default Lock Setting
All doors are preset to lock when
your vehicle reaches about 9 mph.
Modifying the Auto Door Unlock Setting
Programmable Auto Door Lock\bUnlock SettingsPresseither Info (/) button to toggle to the “Keyless Memory Settings” display
on the MID, then pressSEL/RESET to activate the menu.
Below are the different programmable options you can choose. See Auto Door Lock
ing/Unlocking in your owner's manual for instructions on programming these settings. \f. Select
“CHANGE SETTING.”
2. Select “DOOR\bWINDOW SETUP.”
3. Select “AUTO DOOR UNLOCK.”
4 . Select “SHIFT TO P.”
5 . Select“ALL DOORS.”
6. Select“EXIT” to save the setting and
exit the menu.
Default Lock Setting
Only the driver’s door is preset to
unlock when you shift into Park (P).
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AUTO DOOR UNLOCK
Auto Unlock
(all doors)
When you turn
the ignition OFFWhen you shift into Park
Auto Unlock
(only driver’s door)
When you turn
the ignition OFFWhen you shift into Park
Turn off
Auto Unlock
Operate manually
AUTO DOOR LOCK
Auto Lock
When you
reach 9 mphWhen you shift out of Park
Turn off
Auto Lock
Operate manually
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Modifying the Auto Door Unlock Setting
\f. Close the driver’s door. Shiftinto
Park.
2. Turn the ignition to the ON (II)
position.4. Within 5 seconds, turn the ignition to
the LOCK (0) position.
3. Press and hold the unlock side of
the master lock switch for about
\f0 seconds. In that time, you will
hear three clicks.
To program all doors to unlock when you shift to Park:
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DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM (DPMS)
Store a driver’s seat and mirror position into memory for each remote transmitter.
Programming DPMS
H O M E L I N K®
The HomeLink Universal Transceiver can be programmed to operate up to three
remote\bcontrolled devices around your home, such as garage doors, lighting, or home
security systems.
Press and hold the button on the
remote and the HomeLink button at
the same time. Then, while
continuing to hold the HomeLink
button, press and release the button
on the remote every 2 seconds.
Does the LED blink at a faster rate within 20
seconds?
Press and hold
the HomeLink
button again. Training
complete
YES
NO
HomeLink indicator
flashes for 2 seconds,
then remains on. HomeLink LED
remains on.YES
NO YES
NO
Position the remote transmitter you
wish to link 1–3 inches from the
HomeLink button you want to program.1
Press and hold the desired
HomeLink button and the button on
the remote transmitter.
Does the HomeLink indicator (LED) blink at a
faster rate after about 10 seconds?
2
a
The remote has a rolling code.
Press the “learn” button on the
remote-controlled device (e.g.,
garage door opener).
Press the programmed HomeLink
button again; the remote-controlled
device should operate. Within 30 seconds, press and
hold the programmed HomeLink
button for 2 seconds.a
Press and hold the programmed
HomeLink button for about a
second.
Does the device (garage door opener) work?
3
b
4
5
Training a Button
If you have any problems programming HomeLink, see the owner’s manual included
with the device you are trying to program, call HomeLink at (800) 355\b3\25\f5, or
visit www.homelink.com .Note:Each group of settings is activated by the corresponding remote transmitter
(\f or 2) when it’s used to unlock the driver’s door. When activated, each item begins
to adjust before you enter the vehicle.
\f. Turn the vehicle on. Shift into
Park (P).
2. Adjust your preferred seat and
outside mirror settings. 3. Press and hold
the SET button
until you hear a beep, then release.
4. Press and hold the memory
button corresponding to the
remote (\f or 2) you are using
until you hear two beeps.
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