2012 HONDA PILOT Controls

Several warranties protect your new vehicle. Read the warranty booklet
thoroughly so you understand the coverages and are aware of your rights
and responsibilities.As you read this manual, you will
f ind inf ormation that is preceded by
a symbol. This
inf ormation is intended to help you
avoid damage to your vehicle, other
property, or the environment.
One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new vehicle is to
read this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls and
convenience items. Af terwards, keep this owner

(f luid capacities and tire pressures)
(main controls)
(seat belts, SRS, and child protection)
(climate control, audio, steering wheel, rear entertainment, security, crui se control, and HomeLink
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(indicators, gauges, multi-inf ormation display, dashboard, and steering column)
(fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading)
(engine and transmission operation)
(minder, f luid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage) (f lat tire, jump starting, overheating, and f uses)
(vehicle specif ications, tires, and emissions controls) (warranty and contact inf ormation)
(how to order)
Contents
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Index .I
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Service Inf ormation Summary . last page
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Your Vehicle at a Glance .3
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Driver and Passenger Saf ety .5
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Features .191
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Instruments and Controls .63
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Bef ore Driving .493
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Driving .511
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Maintenance .557
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T aking Care of the Unexpected .611
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T echnical Inf ormation .639
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Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada only) . 657
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A uthorized Manuals (U.S. only) .661INDEX
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Note: All page numbers referenced in this document are hyperlinked.
2012 Pilot Online Reference Owner's Manual

A convenient ref erence to the
sections in this manual.
A quick ref erence to the main
controls in your vehicle.
Explains the purpose of each
instrument panel indicator and gauge,
and how to use the controls on the
dashboard and steering column.What gasoline to use, how to break-
in your new vehicle, and how to load
luggage and other cargo.
The proper way to start the engine,
shif t the transmission, and park; plus
what you need to know if you

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CONT INUED: If equipped
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance
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GAUGES
INSTRUMENT PANEL
INDICATORS
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES MIRROR CONTROL
AUTO BUTTON
PASSENGER’S
FRONT AIRBAG
DRIVER’S FRONT
AIRBAG
POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH
HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE AUDIO SYSTEM
DRIVING POSITION
MEMORY SYSTEM
PARKING BRAKE
RELEASE HANDLE MOONROOF SWITCH
ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
Vehicle with navigation system is shown. FUEL FILL DOOR
RELEASE HANDLE
REAR CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM
REAR HEATING/
COOLING CONTROLS
HEATING/COOLING
CONTROLS
CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM
GLASS HATCH
RELEASE BUTTON/
POWER TAILGATE
SWITCH AUXILIARY INPUT
JACKS (P.186)
(P.197) (P.199)
(P.192)
(P.67)
HomeLink BUTTONS
(P.437)
(P.80)
(P.11, 28)
(P.137)
(P.497)
(P.144, 149) (P.499)PARKING BRAKE PEDAL
(P.428)HEADPHONE
CONNECTORS (P.428) (P.11, 28)
(P.174)
(P.171)
(P.167)
(P.171) (P.205)
(P.515)
(P.209)
(P.172)
(P.170)
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To use the horn, press the center pad of the steering wheel.
Only on vehicles equipped with navigation system. Ref er to the navigati
on system manual.
If equipped
1:2: 3:
4 : 4WD models only
Your Vehicle at a Glance
4
HORN
Vehicle with navigation system is shown. GLASS HATCH RELEASE BUTTON/
POWER TAILGATE SWITCH
FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE
HANDLE
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
MIRROR CONTROLS
DRIVING POSITION MEMORY
SYSTEM
VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST
SYSTEM OFF SWITCH
PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM
SWITCH HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
PARKING BRAKE RELEASE
HANDLE STEERING WHEEL
ADJUSTMENTPASSENGER AIRBAG
OFF INDICATOR
VTM-4 LOCK
BUTTON ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
SEAT HEATER
SWITCHES
CRUISE CONTROL
BUTTONS
MULTI-INFORMATION
BUTTONS (P.186)
WINDSHIELD
WIPERS/WASHERS
REAR WINDOW
DEFOGGER/
HEATED MIRROR
BUTTON
(P.125)
POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER
SWITCH
(P.137)
(P.144, 149) VOICE CONTROL
BUTTONS
(P.132) (P.85)
HAZARD WARNING
BUTTON
(P.129)
(P.35)
(P.123)
(P.534)
(P.484) (P.174) (P.172)
(P.167)
(P.497)
(P.171) (P.430)(P.165)
(P.129, 173)
(P.520)
(P.392)
BLUETOOTH
HANDSFREELINK SYSTEM
VOICE CONTROL BUTTONS
(P.441, 462)
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3
3
3 3
3
4
3
3
3
2 3
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If you sit too close to the steering
wheel or dashboard, you can be
seriously injured by an inf lating f ront
airbag, or by striking the steering
wheel or dashboard.
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration and Transport
Canada recommend that drivers
allow at least 10 inches (25 cm)
between the center of the steering
wheel and the chest. In addition to
adjusting the seat, you can adjust the
steering wheel up and down, and in
and out (see page ).
If you cannot get f ar enough away
f rom the steering wheel and still
reach the controls, we recommend
that you investigate whether some
type of adaptive equipment may help.
Adjust the driver

This section gives inf ormation about
the controls and displays that
contribute to the daily operation of
your vehicle. All the essential
controls are within easy reach............................
Control Locations . 64 ............................
Instrument Panel . 65
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Instrument Panel Indicators . 67
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Gauges . 80
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Multi-Inf ormation Display . 85
Controls Near the Steering
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Wheel . 122
Windshield Wipers and .................................
Washers . 123
Rear Window Wiper and
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Washer . 124
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Turn Signals and Headlights . 125
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Hazard Warning Button . 129
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Rear Window Def ogger . 129
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Instrument Panel Brightness . 130
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Steering Wheel Adjustment . 132
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Keys and Locks . 133
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Immobilizer System . 134
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Ignition Switch . 136
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Door Locks . 137
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Childproof Door Locks . 143
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Tailgate and Glass Hatch . 143
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Power Tailgate . 144
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Glass Hatch . 148
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Remote Transmitter . 150
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Seats . 154
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Detachable Anchor . 163 ..................................
Seat Heaters . 165
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Power Windows . 167
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Moonroof . 170
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Parking Brake . 171
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Mirrors . 172
Driving Position Memory
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System . 174
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Interior Lights . 176
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Interior Convenience Items . 179
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Center Console . 180
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Console Compartments . 180
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Beverage Holders . 181
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Storage Compartment . 182
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Glove Box . 183
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Integrated Sunshades . 183
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Sunglasses Holder . 183
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Conversation Mirror . 184
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Sun Visor . 184
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Vanity Mirror . 185
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Coat Hooks . 185
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Accessory Power Sockets . 186
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AC Power Outlet . 187
Cargo Floor Storage
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Compartment . 188
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Cargo Net . 188
Instruments and Controls
Inst rument s and Cont rols
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: If equipped
Control L ocations
64
POWER WINDOW
SWITCHES
POWER DOOR LOCK
MASTER SWITCH INSTRUMENT PANEL
INDICATORS
GAUGES
FUEL FILL DOOR
RELEASE HANDLE MOONROOF SWITCH MIRROR CONTROL
AUTO BUTTON
HEATING/COOLING
CONTROLS
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION
REAR HEATING/
COOLING CONTROLS
AUDIO SYSTEM
CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM
REAR CLIMATE
CONTROL SYSTEM
PARKING BRAKE
RELEASE HANDLE
DRIVING POSITION
MEMORY SYSTEM
GLASS HATCH
RELEASE BUTTON/
POWER TAILGATE
SWITCH HOOD RELEASE
HANDLE (P.197)(P.199)
(P.192)
(P.67)
On Touring models is shown. AUXILIARY INPUT
JACKS
HEADPHONE
CONNECTORS ACCESSORY POWER
SOCKET
(P.186)
(P.80)
(P.172)
(P.171)
(P.137)
PARKING BRAKE PEDAL(P.171)
(P.174)
(P.167)
(P.497)
(P.499) (P.428)
(P.428) (P.205)
(P.515)
(P.209)
(P.437)
(P.170) HomeLink BUTTONS
(P.144, 149)
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