2012 HONDA PILOT 4WD

Thebestwaytoconfirmthatall
loads are within limits is to check
them at a public scale. For public
scales in your area, check your local
phone book, or contact your trailer
dealer or rental agency for
assistance.
To help ensure a saf e drive to a scale,
or if you cannot get to a public scale,
we recommend that you estimate
your total trailer weight and tongue
load as described next.Add the weight of your trailer (as
quoted by the manuf acturer) with
everything in or on the trailer. Then
check the tables on page to
make sure you do not exceed the
limit f or your conditions.
The maximum allowable weight of
the f ully loaded vehicle and trailer
with the proper hitch is:
The GCWR must be reduced 2
percent f or every 1,000 f eet (305
meters) of elevation. 540
4WD models:
2WD models:
Estimating Loads
Gross Combined Weight Rating
(GCWR):To Estimate the Total Trailer Weight
Towing a Trailer
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9,579 lbs (4,345 kg)
8,466 lbs (3,840 kg)
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Number of
Occupants 2 3456 7 8 T owing is Not Recommended
Maximum T otal T railer Weight4WD models
Towing a Trailer
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The corresponding weight limits assume occupants fill seats from the front of the vehicle to the back, eac
h occupant weighs 150 lbs (68
kg), and each has 15 lbs (7 kg) of cargo in the cargo area. Any additional weight, including cargo or accessories, reduces the maximum
trailer weight and maximum tongue load. Never exceed the gross axle weight ratings (see page ).
Recommended tongue load should be 5 10% of the total trailer weight for boat trailers, and 8 15% of the total trailer weight for all other
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450 lbs (204 kg)
400 lbs (181 kg)
330 lbs (150 kg)
270 lbs (122 kg)
190 lbs (86 kg)
100 lbs (45 kg)
4,500 lbs (2,041 kg)
4,300 lbs (1,950 kg)
4,100 lbs (1,860 kg)
4,000 lbs (1,814 kg)
3,800 lbs (1,724 kg)
2,000 lbs (905 kg)
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To accurately check your loads at
the public scale, the vehicle and
trailer should be f ully loaded, and all
occupants should stay in the vehicle
while the attendant watches the
scale.Check the f ront gross axle weight.
Limit: 2,921 lbs (1,325 kg) Check the gross vehicle weight.
Limit (4WD models): 6,096 lbs
(2,765 kg)
Limit (2WD models): 5,952 lbs
(2,700 kg)If you cannot weigh the rear axle
directly, you can calculate the rear
gross axle weight by subtracting
the weight in step 1 from the
weight in step 2.
Limit (4WD models): 3,175 lbs
(1,440 kg)
Limit (2WD models): 3,031 lbs
(1,375 kg)
Check the rear gross axle weight.
Limit (4WD models except LX):
3,362 lbs (1,525 kg)
Limit (4WD LX models): 3,252 lbs
(1,475 kg)
Limit (2WD models): 3,196 lbs
(1,450 kg)
1. 2. 3. 4.
Checking L oads
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Calculate the tongue load.
Subtract the weight in step 6 f rom
the weight in step 7.
Limit: See page .
Recommended: see page .
Range: 5-10% f or boat trailers8-15% f or other trailers
Check the weight of the unhitched
trailer. Limit: See page .
Check the weight of the hitched
trailer. Write this number down.
Check the gross combined weight.
Limit (4WD models): 9,579 lbs
(4,345 kg)
Limit (2WD models): 8,466 lbs
(3,840 kg)
Remember, maximum gross
combined weight should be
decreased 2% f or every 1,000 f eet
(305 meters) of elevation. 7. 8.
6.
5.
540
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Maintenance Minder
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Maintenance Main Items
Replace engine oil
Replace engine oil and oil filter
Inspect front and rear brakes
Check parking brake adjustment
Inspect these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots
Suspension components
Driveshaft boots
Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA)
All fluid levels and condition of fluids
Exhaust system
Fuel lines and connections Maintenance Sub Items
Rotate tires
Replace air cleaner element
Replace dust and pollen filter
Inspect drive belt
Replace transmission and transfer fluid
Replace spark plugs
Replace timing belt and inspect water pump
Inspect valve clearance
Replace engine coolant
Replace VTM-4 rear differential fluid
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B 1 2 3 4 5 6
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See information on maintenance and emissions warranty on page .
If the message, ‘‘SERVICE’’ does not appear more than 12 months after the
display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
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.
Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake
fluid every 3 years.
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NOTE : 1:
2 : 4WD models only
569 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 from
diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles
(24,000 km).
If you drive regularly in very high temperatures
(over 110

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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.
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. Therearetwowaystotowyour
vehicle:
The operator
loads your vehicle on the back of a
truck.
The tow
truck uses two pivoting arms that go
under the f ront tires and lif t them of f
the ground. The rear tires remain on
the ground.
4WD models Except 4WD models
Emergency T owing
The only way you can saf ely tow
your vehicle is with f lat-bed
equipment.
T his is the best way to
transport your vehicle.
This is an acceptable
way to tow your vehicle.
Flat -bed Equipment
Wheel-lif t Equipment
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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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Specif ications
642 Seating Capacities
Air Conditioning
Dimensions
Weights
Capacities
191.4 in (4,861 mm)
78.5 in (1,995 mm)
70.9 in (1,802 mm)
Total
Front
Second
Third 3
3
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.
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)
72.7 in (1,846 mm)
9,579 lbs (4,345 kg)
Gross vehicle weight rating
Gross combined weight
rating (GCWR) See the tire information label
attached to the driver’s doorjamb.
Excluding the oil remaining in the engine
Including the coolant in the reserve tank and that remaining in the
engine
Reserve tank capacity: 0.196 US gal (0.74
)
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
)
6.9 US qt (6.5
)
4.2 US qt (4.0)
0.48 US qt (0.45
)
0.45 US qt (0.43)
3.01 US qt (2.85
)
Fuel tank
Engine
coolant
Engine oil Automatic
transmission
fluid Rear
differential
fluid (4WD)
Transfer
assembly
fluid (4WD)
Windshield
washer
reservoir
2.79 US qt (2.64)
8.6 US qt (8.1)
3.6 US qt (3.4)
8.6 US qt (8.1)
3.6 US qt (3.4
)
3.3 US qt (3.1)
8.0 US qt (7.6
)
21.00 US gal (79.5
)
Front Rear
U.S. vehicles
Canadian
vehicles
1 : 2 : Except U.S. LX models
U.S. LX models
2WD models
1:
2: 3: 4WDmodels
1: 2: 3:4:ChangeTotal
Change
Including
filter
Without
filter
Total
Change Total
Change Total
ChangeTotal
Change Total
2WD
4WD Approx.
Without automatic transmission fluid cooler
With automatic transmission fluid cooler
1
12
23 1 2
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4WD models only4WD models only
Service Inf ormat ion 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 ).
Unleaded gasoline, pump octane
number of 87 or higher.
4.5 US qt (4.3
)
Oil change capacity (including
filter):
Premium fuel is recommended
when towing in certain conditions
(see page ).
21.00 US gal (79.5
)
Honda ATF DW-1 (automatic
transmission fluid) (see page ).
API Premium grade 0W-20
detergent oil (see page ).
33 psi (230 kPa , 2.3 kgf/cm
)
Rear: 31 psi (210 kPa , 2.1 kgf/cm
)
Front:
60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm
)
Compact Spare Tire: 35 psi (240 kPa , 2.4 kgf/cm
)
Front/Rear:
Honda VTM-4 Differential Fluid.
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 ).
U.S. LX models:
Except U.S. LX models:
549
576
583 584
585
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