2013 HONDA PILOT change wheel

uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluLight Switches
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Controls
Automatic lighting control can be used when
the ignition switch is in ON (w.
When you turn the light switch to AUTO, the
headlights and other exterior lights will switch
on and off automatically depending on the
ambient brightness.
uYou can change the auto light sensitivity
setting.
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The headlights, all other exterior lights, and the instrument panel lights turn off
within 15 seconds after you remove the key and close the driver's door.
uYou can change the headlight auto off timer setting.
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If you turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0 with the headlight switch on, but do not
open the door, the lights turn off after 10 minutes (three minutes, if the switch is in
the AUTO position).
The lights turn on again when you unlock or open the driver's door. If you unlock
the door, but do not open it within 15 seconds, the lights go off. If you open the
driver's door, you will hear a lights on reminder chime.
■Automatic Lighting Control1Automatic Lighting Control
We recommend that you turn on the lights manually when driving at night, in a dense fog, or in dark areas
such as long tunnels or parking facilities.
The light sensor is in the location shown below.
Do not cover this light sensor with anything;
otherwise, the automatic lighting system may not work properly.
Adjust the auto light sensitivity as follows:
SettingThe exterior lights come on
when the ambient light is at
MAX
HIGH
MID
LOW
MIN
Light Sensor
Bright
Dark
■Automatic Lighting Off Feature

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON (w.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■Adjusting the delay
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
delay.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
■Front Wiper/Washer1Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck. Operating the wipers in this condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe interval shortens. When the vehicle starts moving, the
wipers make a single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Intermittent Time Adjustment Ring
MIST
INT: Low speed with intermittent3
OFF2
LO: Low speed wipe4
HI: High speed wipe5
Pull to use washer.
3
5
4
2
Long delay
Short delay

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
Controls
The rear wiper and washer can be used when
the ignition switch is in ON (w.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, ON)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■Washer ( )
Sprays while you rotate the switch to this
position.
Hold it to activate the wiper and to spray the
washer. Once released, it stops operating
after a few more sweeps.
■Operating in reverse
When you shift the transmission to (R with the front wiper activated, the rear wiper
operates automatically as follows even if its switch is off.
■Rear Wiper/Washer1Wipers and Washers
If the wiper stops operating due to any obstacle such as the build-up of snow, park the vehicle in a safe
place.
Rotate the wiper switch to OFF, and turn the ignition
switch to ACCESSORY (q or LOCK (0, then remove
the obstacle.
The wiper motor is equipped with a breaker that may
stop motor operation temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation will return to normal
within a few minutes, once the circuit has returned to
normal.
INT: Intermittent
OFF3
ON: Continuous wipe2
Washer4
4
4
3
2
Front Wiper PositionRear Wiper Operation
INT (Intermittent)Intermittent
LO (Low speed wipe)
HI (High speed wipe)Continuous

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Features
Audio System Basic Operation
To use the audio system function, the ignition switch must be in ACCESSORY (q or
ON (w.
Use the interface dial or AUDIO button to
access some audio functions.
Press to switch between the normal and
extended display for some functions.
Interface dial: Rotate left or right to scroll
through the available choices. Move the
interface dial and press to set your
selection.
AUDIO button: Press to display the audio
system on the navigation screen.
Models with navigation system1Audio System Basic Operation
These indications are used to show how to operate the interface dial.
Rotate to select.
Press to enter.
Move up to select.
Move down to select.
Move left to select.
Move right to select.
Press the MODE, (+, (-, or button on the
steering wheel to change any audio setting.2Audio Remote Controls P. 217
34Interface DialAUDIO Button

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Features
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) allows you to place and receive phone calls using your vehicle's audio system, without handling your cell phone.
Using HFL
(Pick-up) button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen or to answer an
incoming call.
(Hang-up) button: Press to end a call.
(Talk) button: Press to call a number with a stored voice tag.
(Back) button: Press to cancel a command.
PHONE button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen.
Selector knob: Rotate to select an item on the screen, then press .
■HFL Buttons
1Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth-compatible cell phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing
procedures, and special feature capabilities:
•U.S.: Visit www.handsfreelink.honda.com, or call 1-888-528-7876.
•Canada: Visit www.handsfreelink.ca, or call 1-888-
528-7876.
Voice control tips
•Aim the vents away from the ceiling and close the windows, as noise coming from them may interfere
with the microphone.
•Press and release the button when you want to
call a number using a stored voice tag. Speak clearly and naturally after a beep.
•If the microphone picks up voices other than yours,
the command may be misinterpreted.•To change the volume level, use the audio system's
volume knob or the remote audio controls on the
steering wheel.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
Models without navigation system
Talk Button
Volume up
Microphone
Hang-up Button
Pick-up ButtonVolume down
Selector Knob
PHONE Button
Back Button

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Features
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) allows you to place and receive phone calls using your vehicle's audio system, without handling your cell phone.
Using HFL
(Pick-up) button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen or to answer an
incoming call.
(Hang-up) button: Press to end a call.
(Talk) button: Press to call a number with a stored voice tag.
PHONE button: Press to go directly to the Phone screen.
(Back) button:Press to cancel a command.
Interface dial: Rotate or move to select an item on the screen, then press .
■HFL Buttons
1Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink®
To use HFL, you need a Bluetooth-compatible cell phone. For a list of compatible phones, pairing
procedures, and special feature capabilities:
•U.S.: Visit www.handsfreelink.honda.com, or call 1-888-528-7876.
•Canada: Visit www.handsfreelink.ca, or call 1-888-
528 -7876.
Voice control tips
•Aim the vents away from the ceiling and close the windows, as noise coming from them may interfere
with the microphone.
•Press and release the button when you want to
call a number using a stored voice tag. Speak clearly and naturally after a beep.
•If the microphone picks up voices other than yours,
the command may be misinterpreted.•To change the volume level, use the audio system's
volume knob or the remote audio controls on the
steering wheel.
State or local laws may prohibit the operation of
handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
Models with navigation system
Talk Button
Volume upMicrophone
Hang-up Button
Pick-up Button
Volume down
Interface Dial
PHONE Button
(Back) Button

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uuBluetooth® HandsFreeLink®uHFL Menus
Features
1.Press the (Pick-up) button to answer a
call and display the Calling screen.
uHANDSFREELINK is also displayed on
the display.
2.Press the (Hang-up) button to
terminate the call.
The following options are available during a call.
Mute: Mute your voice.
Transfer: Transfer a call from HFL to your phone, or from your phone to HFL.
Dial Tones: Send numbers or names during a call. This is useful when you call an
automated phone system.
1.To view the available options, press the
PHONE button.
2.Rotate to select the option, then press
.
■Receiving a Call1Receiving a Call
An incoming call notification appears on the screen, and you hear an audible ring tone.
If your phone has Call Waiting, press the button
to put the original call on hold and answer the
incoming call. To return to the original call, press the
button again. If you want to hang up the original
call and answer the new call, press the button.
To change the volume level of HFL, use the audio
system volume knob or the steering wheel volume
controls.
Some phones may send battery, signal strength, and
roaming status information to the screen.
Phonebook
Displays the imported phonebook.2To make a call using the imported
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■Options During a Call
1Options During a Call
Dial Tones: Available on some phones.

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uuWhen DrivinguVTM (Variable Torque Management)-4r System*
Driving
VTM (Variable Torque Management)-4r System*
Senses a traction loss caused by a road condition change, and automatically
transfers some power to the rear wheels.
Use the VTM-4r LOCK to increase more torque to the rear wheels.
1.Stop your vehicle with the engine running.
2.Move the shift lever to (1, (2, or (R.
3.Press the VTM-4r LOCK button.
uThe indicator in the button comes on.
Any of the following disengages the VTM-4r LOCK:
•Pressing the VTM-4r LOCK button again.
•Moving the shift lever to (D or (d.
•Turning the ignition switch to the LOCK (0 position.
■To Engage the VTM-4r LOCK
■To Disengage the VTM-4r LOCK
1VTM (Variable Torque Management)-4r System*
NOTICE
Do not continuously spin the front tires of your vehicle. Continuously spinning the front tires can
cause transmission or rear differential damage.
1To Engage the VTM-4r LOCK
Do not use the VTM-4r LOCK button on dry, paved roads. Driving on dry, paved roads with VTM-4r
LOCK on may damage the rear differential when
making a turn. Strange noise and vibration can also result.
The VTM-4r LOCK can be used to help free your
vehicle from being stuck in mud, sand, or gravel.When the lock is engaged, apply light pressure to the
accelerator pedal.
When more torque is applied, the rear tires are not likely to spin. This is normal.
If you are not able to free the vehicle, stop and
reverse direction. As soon as this feature is no longer needed,
disengage the VTM-4r LOCK.
1To Disengage the VTM-4r LOCK
The VTM-4r LOCK temporarily disengages when the
vehicle speed exceeds 18 mph (30 km/h). The
indicator in the button remains on.
* Not available on all models