2013 HONDA PILOT fold seats

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuRear Seats
Controls
Rear Seats
The second row seats can fold down separately to allow for additional storage
space.
■To fold down the seat
1.Store the center seat belt first. Insert the latch plate into the slot on the side of the
anchor buckle.
2.Retract the seat belt into the holder on the ceiling.
2Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor P. 34
3.Lower the center head restraint to its lowest position. Put the armrest back into
the seat-back.
4.Pull the release lever.
■To return the seat to the original
position
Pull the seat-back up in the upright position.
■Folding Down the Second Row Seats1Folding Down the Second Row Seats
Make sure all items in the cargo area or items extending to the rear seats are properly
secured. Loose items can fly forward if you have
to brake hard.
Remove any items from the rear seat cushion and
floor before you fold down the rear seat.
The front seat(s) must be far enough forward so they
do not interfere with the second seats as they fold down.
1To return the seat to the original position
Make sure the seat-back, head restraints and seat cushion are securely latched back into place before
driving.

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uuAdjusting the SeatsuRear Seats
Controls
The third row seats can fold down separately to allow for additional storage space.
■To fold down the seat
1.Store the center seat belt first. Insert the latch plate into the slot on the side of the
anchor buckle.
2.Retract the seat belt into the holder on the ceiling and side panel.
2Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor P. 34
3.Lower the center head restraint to its lowest position. Put the armrest back into
the seat-back.
4.Pull the release lever.
■To return the seat to the original
position
Pull the seat-back up in the upright position.
■Folding Down the Third Row Seats1Folding Down the Third Row Seats
Make sure all items in the cargo area or items extending to the rear seats are properly
secured. Loose items can fly forward if you have
to brake hard.
Remove any items from the rear seat cushion and
floor before you fold down the rear seat.
When you fold down one side of the rear seats and
use the non-recessed part of the cargo area, make sure to secure the cargo. Loose items can fly forward
and cause injury if you have to brake hard.
The second seat(s) must be far enough forward so
they do not interfere with the third seats as they fold
down.
1To return the seat to the original position
Make sure the seat-back, head restraints and seat
cushion are securely latched back into place before driving.

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uuInterior Lights/Interior Convenience ItemsuInterior Convenience Items
Controls
There are coat hooks near the third row seats.
Use the cargo net to store small and light
items.
■Coat Hooks1Coat Hooks
The coat hooks are not designed for large or heavy items.
■Cargo Net*1Cargo Net*
NOTICE
To prevent damage, do not place more than 22 lbs
(10 kg) on this cargo net. Make sure to use the cargo net securely hooked.
3WARNING
Do not use this cargo net if the third row
seats are folded down.
Objects placed on the cargo net could be
thrown forward during a crash or sudden
stop and hurt someone.
* Not available on all models

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uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuChanging a Flat Tire
Handling the Unexpected
1.Remove the cargo area floor lid.
2.Remove the cover and take the jack, stay,
wheel nut wrench, and extension bar out
of the tool case.
3.Remove the cover and the rubber cap on
the cargo area to access the shaft for the
spare tire hoist.
4.Fold down the third row seats.
2Folding Down the Third Row Seats
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■Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire
Cover
Cover

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Index
Automatic Transmission ........................... 345
Braking .................................................... 360
Cruise Control ......................................... 348
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 340
Shifting Gear ........................................... 346
Starting the Engine .................................. 342
Driving Position Memory System............. 132
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 427
E
Elapsed Time....................................... 88, 177
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)............. 352
Emergency................................................. 459
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes)....... 470
Engine....................................................... 466
Coolant ................................................... 397
Jump Starting .......................................... 445
Oil ........................................................... 392
Starting ................................................... 342
Switch Buzzer .......................................... 124
Engine Coolant......................................... 397
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 398
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 397
Overheating............................................. 448
Temperature Gauge................................... 80
Engine Oil.................................................. 392
Adding .................................................... 394
Checking ................................................. 393
Displaying Oil Life ............................ 381, 385
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 68, 450
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 392
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide).. 65
Exterior Care (Cleaning)........................... 430
Exterior Mirrors........................................ 136
F
Features.................................................... 171
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 427
Oil ........................................................... 395
Flat Tire..................................................... 435
Floor Mats................................................. 429
Fluids
Automatic Transmission .......................... 399
Brake ...................................................... 400
Engine Coolant ....................................... 397
Power Steering ........................................ 400
Windshield Washer ................................. 401
Fog Light Indicator..................................... 75
Folding Down the Rear Seats.. 146, 147, 148
Foot Brake................................................ 361
Front Airbags (SRS)..................................... 40
Front Seats................................................ 137
Adjusting ................................................ 137
Fuel...................................................... 15, 371
Economy ................................................. 374
Gauge ....................................................... 80
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 82, 88
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Range ................................................. 82, 88
Recommendation.................................... 371
Refueling ................................................ 371
Fuel Economy........................................... 374
Fuel Fill Cap........................................ 15, 373
Message ................................................. 451
Fuel Fill Door...................................... 15, 372
Fuses......................................................... 454
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 458
Locations ........................ 454, 455, 456, 457
G
Gasoline (Fuel)
Economy................................................. 374
Gauge ...................................................... 80
Information............................................. 371
Instant Fuel Economy .......................... 82, 88
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 70
Refueling ................................................ 371
Gauges........................................................ 80
Gear Shift Lever Positions
Automatic Transmission .......................... 346
Glass (care)............................................... 431
Glove Box................................................. 152
H
Halogen Bulbs.................................. 402, 403
Handling the Unexpected....................... 433
HandsFreeLink® (HFL)...................... 278, 301
Automatic Answering ............................. 289

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Index
Outside Temperature Display............. 84, 87
Overheating............................................. 448
P
Panic Mode............................................... 119
Parking..................................................... 364
Parking Brake........................................... 360
Parking Brake and Brake System Indicator...
68, 452
Parking Sensor System............................. 365
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator................. 49
Passing Indicators..................................... 125
Power Tailgate......................................... 112
Power Windows....................................... 120
Precautions While Driving....................... 344
Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle 344
Rain ........................................................ 344
Pregnant Women....................................... 35
Puncture (Tire)......................................... 435
R
Radiator.................................................... 398
Radio (AM/FM)................................. 186, 219
Radio (XM®).............................................. 223
Radio Data System (RDS)................. 189, 222
Range.................................................... 82, 88
RDS (Radio Data System)................. 189, 222
Readiness Codes (Emissions Testing)...... 470
Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror Button..
131
Rear Entertainment System..................... 251
Rear Seats (Folding Down)....... 146, 147, 148
Rearview Camera.............................. 369, 370
Rearview Mirror........................................ 135
Refueling................................................... 371
Fuel Gauge ................................................ 80
Gasoline .......................................... 371, 464
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 70
Regulations............................... 357, 417, 467
Remote Transmitter................................. 101
Replacement
Battery .................................................... 424
Bulbs ....................................................... 402
Fuses ............................... 454, 455, 456, 457
Tires ........................................................ 420
Wiper Blade Rubber ................................. 410
Reporting Safety Defects......................... 469
Resetting a Trip Meter......................... 82, 87
S
Safe Driving................................................ 23
Safety Check............................................... 28
Safety Labels............................................... 66
Safety Message........................................... 21
Seat Belts..................................................... 29
Adjusting the Shoulder Anchor .................. 33
Automatic Seat Belt Tensioners .................. 31
Checking ................................................... 36
Detachable Anchor .................................... 34
Fastening .................................................. 32
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 60
Pregnant Women ...................................... 35
Reminder .................................................. 30
Warning Indicator ............................... 30, 70
Seat Heaters.............................................. 162
Seats.......................................................... 137
Adjusting ................................................ 137
Driver’s Seat Lumbar Support .................. 137
Front Seats .............................................. 137
Rear Seats ............................................... 146
Seat Heaters ............................................ 162
Security System......................................... 118
Immobilizer System Indicator ..................... 76
Security System Alarm Indicator................. 76
SEL/RESET Knob.................................... 81, 85
Select Lever......................................... 14, 346
Operation.......................................... 14, 347
Releasing................................................. 447
Won’t Move ............................................ 447
Selecting a Child Seat................................. 56
Selector Knob (Audio)...................... 175, 216
Setting the Clock........................................ 98
Shift Lever........................................... 14, 346
Shift Lever Position Indicator............ 69, 347
Shifting (Transmission)............................. 346
Shoulder Anchor........................................ 33
Side Airbags................................................ 44
Cutoff System ........................................... 46
Off Indicator.............................................. 46