2012 HONDA PILOT oil

Fluid Locations
574
ENGINE OIL FILL CAPBRAKE FLUID
(Black cap)
WASHER FLUID
(Blue cap)
POWER STEERING FLUID
(Red cap)
ENGINE COOLANT
RESERVOIR
ENGINE OIL DIPSTICK
(Orange loop) RADIATOR CAP AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
FLUID DIPSTICK
(Yellow loop)
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Reinstall the engine oil f ill cap, and
tighten it securely. Wait a few
minutes, and recheck the oil level on
the engine oil dipstick. Do not f ill
above the upper mark; you could
damage the engine.
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. Oil is a major contributor to your
engine

Open the hood, and remove the
engine oil f ill cap. Remove the oil
drain bolt and washer f rom the
bottom of the engine. Drain the oil
into an appropriate container.
You may use a synthetic motor oil if
it meets the same requirements
given f or a conventional motor oil: it
displays the API Certif ication Seal,
and it is the proper weight. You must
f ollow the oil and f ilter change
intervals shown on the odometer/
trip meter display or on the multi-
inf ormation display.
Your vehicle does not require any oil
additives. Additives may adversely
af f ect the engine or transmission
perf ormance and durability.
Changing the oil and f ilter requires
special tools and access f rom
underneath the vehicle. The vehicle
should be raised on a service station-
type hydraulic lif t f or this service.
Unless you have the knowledge and
proper equipment, you should have
this maintenance done by a skilled
mechanic.
Run the engine until it reaches
normal operating temperature,
then shut it off.
Always change the oil and f ilter
according to the maintenance
messages shown on the inf ormation
display or multi-inf ormation display
(depending on the model). The oil
and f ilter collect contaminants that
can damage your engine if they are
not removed regularly. 1.
2.
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Synthetic Oil Changing the Engine Oil and
Filter
Engine Oil A dditives
A dding Engine Oil, Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
Maint enance
577
WASHER DRAIN BOLT
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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):
9.
8.
7.
6.
4. 5.
3.
Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
578
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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Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
Insert the socket back into the
headlight assembly. Turn it
clockwise to lock it in place.
Turn on the lights to make sure
the new bulb is working.Your vehicle uses halogen light
bulbs. When replacing a bulb, handle
it by its plastic case, and protect the
glass from contact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass,
clean it with denatured alcohol and a
clean cloth.
Pull down the under cover f rom
the bumper caref ully.
Remove the f ive holding clips with
a f lat-tip screwdriver.
Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. 1.
4. 5. 6. 2.
3.
Except LX models
Replacing a Front Fog L ight Bulb
Lights
588
BULB
SOCKET
SIDE MARKER LIGHT
UNDER COVER
HOLDING CLIP
Halogen 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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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
outwithin10seconds,turnoff the
engine. There is a mechanical
problem that needs to be repaired
bef ore you can continue driving
(see on page).
The indicator notif ies you of low oil
pressure and does not measure the
oil level. Check your vehicle

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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
44
3 3
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CONT INUED
BatteryCharging System
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Indicator . 68, 626
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Jump Starting . 621
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Maintenance . 607
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Specif ications . 643
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Bef ore Driving . 493 ....................................
Belts,Seat .9,22
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Beverage Holders . 181
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HandsFreeLink. 441, 462
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Booster Seats . 57
Brakes
...........
Anti-lock System (ABS) . 531
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Break-in, New Linings . 494
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Bulb Replacement . 589, 591
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Fluid . 584
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Parking . 171
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System Indicator . 69, 627
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Wear Indicators . 531
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Braking System . 530
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Break-in, New Vehicle . 494
Brightness Control,
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Instruments . 130
...
Accessories and Modif ications . 504
ACCESSORY (Ignition Key
.....................................
Position) . 136
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Accessory Power Sockets . 186
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AC Power Outlet . 187
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Active Head Restraints . 159
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Additives, Engine Oil . 577
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Advanced Airbags . 30
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Airbag (SRS) . 11, 26
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Airbag System Components . 26
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Air Conditioning System . 192, 199
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Rear A/C Control . 197, 205
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Air Outlets (Vents) . 207
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Air Pressure, Tires . 600
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Antif reeze . 579
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)
....................
Indicator Light . 70, 532
...................................
Operation . 531
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Anti-thef t, Audio System . 394
Anti-thef t Steering Column
............................................
Lock . 136
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Audio System . 209
Auto Control Mode, Starting
........................................
Engine . 513 ............................
Auto Door Lock . 114
...
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking . 138
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Auto Door Unlock . 115
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Automatic Climate Control . 199
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Automatic Lighting . 126
...
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners . 24
.............
Automatic Speed Control . 430
..............
Automatic Transmission . 515
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Capacity, Fluid . 642
...............
Checking Fluid Level . 582
.......................................
Shif ting . 515
Shif t Lever Position
...............................
Indicators . 515
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Shif t Lever Positions . 516
....................
Shif t Lock Release . 518
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Auxiliary Input Jack . 391
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