2013 HONDA PILOT Owners Manual

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This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Setting the Clock................................ 98Locking and Unlocking the DoorsKey Types and Functions .................... 99 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside .......................................... 101Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 103Childproof Door Locks ..................... 104Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 105Opening and Closing the Tailgate... 110Security System................................ 118Immobilizer System .......................... 118Security System Alarm*.................... 118Opening and Closing the Windows..... 120
Opening and Closing the Moonroof*...... 123Operating the Switches Around the Steering WheelIgnition Switch ................................. 124 Turn Signals ..................................... 125 Light Switches.................................. 125Fog Lights*...................................... 127Daytime Running Lights ................... 127Wipers and Washers ........................ 128Brightness Control ........................... 130 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror* Button ........................................... 131Driving Position Memory System*.... 132Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 134
Adjusting the Mirrors....................... 135Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 135 Power Door Mirrors ......................... 136Adjusting the Seats.......................... 137Adjusting the Seat Positions ............. 137Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items................................................ 150Interior Lights .................................. 150Interior Convenience Items .............. 152Climate Control System................... 165Using Automatic Climate Control .... 165Automatic Climate Control Sensors ...... 170
* Not available on all models

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Setting the Clock
Clock
You can adjust the time in the clock display, using the CLOCK button with the ignition switch in ON (w.
1.Press the CLOCK button to access the clock
adjustment mode screen.2.Press to select the item you want to
adjust (12/24 hour mode, hour, minute).
3.Rotate to make the adjustment.4.Press to enter your selection. Repeat
steps 2 to 4 to adjust other items.
5.To enter the selection, press and select EXIT, then press .
Models with audio/information screen1Clock
These indications are used to show how to operate
the selector knob.
Rotate to select. Press to enter.
You can also press the SETUP button to access the clock adjustment mode screen.
1. Press the SETUP button.
2. Rotate to select CLOCK ADJUST on the screen.
3. Press , CLOCK ADJUST appears.
The clock is automatically updated through the
navigation system, so the time does not need to be adjusted.
Models with navigation system

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Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and
to lock and unlock all the doors and tailgate.
You can also use the remote transmitter to
lock and unlock the doors and tailgate.
■Master Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft.
2Immobilizer System P. 118
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to the electronics:
•Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.•Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.
•Keep the keys away from liquids.
•Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the engine
may not start, and the remote transmitter may not work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.

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Can be used to start and stop the engine, and
lock and unlock driver's door.
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
■Valet Key1Valet Key
When you need to leave a key with a third party, leave the valet key.
■Key Number Tag1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a
dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot start the engine,
contact a dealer.

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Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
■Locking the doors
Press the lock button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights flash, all the doors
and tailgate lock, and the security system
sets.
Twice (within five seconds after the first
push):
uA beeper sounds and verifies the security
system is set.
■Unlocking the doors
Press the unlock button.
Once:
uSome exterior lights flash twice, and the
driver's door unlocks.
Twice:
uThe remaining doors and tailgate unlock.
■Using the Remote Transmitter1Using the Remote Transmitter
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of unlocking the vehicle with the remote transmitter, the doors will automatically relock.
You can change the relock timer setting.
2Customized Features P. 90
If the interior light switch is in the door activated position, the interior lights come on when you press the unlock button. No doors opened: The lights fade out after 30 seconds.Doors relocked with the remote: The lights go off immediately.2Interior Lights P. 150
The remote transmitter uses low-power signals, so the operating range may vary depending on the surroundings.
The remote will not lock the vehicle when a door or the tailgate is open.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is probably low.If the LED does not come on when you press a button, the battery is dead.2Replacing the Button Battery P. 424
You can customize the door unlock mode setting.
2Customized Features P. 90
Models with multi-information display
Models with multi-information display
LED
Unlock Button
Lock Button

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Fully insert the key and turn it.
■Locking the driver's door
Push the lock tab rearward a or push the master door lock switch in the lock direction
b, and close the door.
■Locking the passenger's doors
Push the lock tab rearward and close the door.
■Lockout prevention system
The doors and the tailgate cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch, and
any door or the tailgate is open.
■Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key1Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door with a key, all of the other doors and tailg a t e l o c k a t t h e s a m e t i m e . W h e n
unlocking, the driver's door unlocks first. Turn the
key a second time within a few seconds to unlock the remaining doors and the tailgate.
You can customize the door unlock mode setting.
2Customized Features P. 90
Models with multi-information displayLock
Unlock
■Locking a Door Without Using a Key1Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door, all the other doors
and tailgate lock at the same time.
Make sure you have the key in your hand before locking the door to prevent it from being locked in
the vehicle.
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Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside
■Locking a door
Pull the lock tab.
■Unlocking a door
Push the lock tab in.
Press the master door lock switch in as shown
to lock or unlock all doors and the tailgate.
■Using the Lock Tab1Using the Lock Tab
When you lock/unlock either front door using the master door lock switch, tailgate, glass hatch, and all
the other doors lock/unlock at the same time.
To Unlock
Lock Tab
To Lock
■Using the Master Door Lock Switch1Using the Master Door Lock Switch
When you lock/unlock the driver's door using the master door lock switch, all the other doors and the
tailgate lock/unlock at the same time.
The front passenger's door also has the master door lock switch.To Unlock
Master Door Lock Switch
To Lock