2013 HONDA PILOT heater

Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide
❙Power Door Lock Master Switch (P103)
❙Power Window Switches (P120)
❙Rearview Mirror (P135)
❙Hood Release Handle (P390)
❙Glove Box (P 152)
❙Driver's Front Airbag (P40)
❙Door Mirror Controls (P136)
❙Passenger's Front Airbag
(P40)
❙Fuel Fill Door Release Handle (P372)
❙Parking Brake Release Handle (P360)
❙Shift Lever
Automatic Transmission
(P345)
❙Accessory Power Socket
(P156)
❙Interior Fuse Box (P456)
❙Seat Heater Switches* (P162)
❙Parking Brake (P360)

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Controls
The ignition switch must be in ON (w to use
the seat heaters. The HI setting heats the seats
faster than the LO setting.
There is no heater in the passenger's seat-
back due to the side airbag cutoff system.
The appropriate indicator will be on while the
seat heater is on. Each time you press the
switch, the mode changes to HI, LO and OFF.
■Seat Heaters*1Seat Heaters*
Do not use the seat heaters even in LO when the engine is off. Under such conditions, the battery may
be weakened, making the engine difficult to start.
In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously and
does not automatically turn off.
3WARNING
Heat induced burns are possible when
using seat heaters.
Persons with a diminished ability to sense
temperature (e.g., persons with diabetes,
lower-limb nerve damage, or paralysis) or
with sensitive skin should not use seat
heaters.
* Not available on all models

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Controls
■Second row seat heaters*
The outer second row seat cushions and seat-
backs are equipped with seat heaters. Turning
the switch on the driver side warms the outer
seat behind the driver’s seat. The passenger
side switch warms the outer seat behind the
front passenger seat.
uPress the right side of the switch, HI, to
rapidly heat up the seat.
When a comfortable temperature is
reached, select LO to keep the seat warm.
* Not available on all models

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Driving
When Driving
Starting the Engine
1.Make sure the parking brake is applied.
2.Check that the shift lever is in (P, then
depress the brake pedal.
uAlthough it is possible to start the vehicle
in (N, it is safer to start it in (P.
3.Turn the ignition switch to START (e
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
1Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when starting the engine.
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400 meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control system, and rear defogger in order to reduce battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold, an engine block heater will improve starting and warming of the engine. If temperatures consistently below -22°F (-30°C) are expected, the coolant mixture should be changed to a higher concentration to prevent freezing. Consult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with the engine or exhaust system.
Do not hold the key in START (e for more than 15 seconds.
•If the engine does not start right away, wait for at
least 10 seconds before trying again.•If the engine starts, but then immediately stops,
wait at least 10 seconds before repeating step 3
while gently depressing the accelerator pedal.Release the accelerator pedal once the engine
starts.
Brake Pedal

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Index
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and
Call History ................................... 291, 312
Automatic Transferring ................... 289, 311
HFL Buttons .................................... 278, 301
HFL Menus...................................... 280, 303
HFL Status Display ........................... 279, 302
Making a Call ................................. 295, 316
Options During a Call...................... 300, 319
Phone Setup ................................... 283, 305
Receiving a Call............................... 299, 319
Speed Dial ...................................... 292, 313
To Clear the System ........................ 290, 312
To Create a Security PIN .................. 288, 310
Hazard Warning Button.............................. 2
Head Restraints........................................ 141
Headlights................................................ 125
Aiming.................................................... 402
Automatic Operation .............................. 126
Dimming......................................... 125, 127
Operating ............................................... 125
Heaters (Seat)........................................... 162
HFL (HandsFreeLink®)...................... 278, 301
High Beam Indicator.................................. 75
Hill Start Assist System............................. 343
I
Identification Numbers............................ 466
Engine and Transmission ......................... 466
Vehicle Identification............................... 466
Ignition Switch......................................... 124
Illumination Control................................. 130
Knob ....................................................... 130
Immobilizer System.................................. 118
Indicator .................................................... 76
Indicators.................................................... 68
A/T Temperature ....................................... 73
ABS (Anti-lock Brake System) ..................... 71
Charging System ............................... 69, 450
CRUISE CONTROL .............................. 77, 349
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 77, 348
Door Open .......................................... 28, 72
Fog Light ................................................... 75
Fuel Economy ............................................ 76
High Beam ................................................ 75
Immobilizer System .................................... 76
Lights On ................................................... 75
Low Fuel .................................................... 70
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 68, 450
Low Tire Pressure ....................... 74, 355, 357
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..................... 74, 355
Maintenance Minder ......................... 77, 381
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 69, 451
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 68, 452
Power Tailgate ........................................... 77
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 30, 70
Security System Alarm ............................... 76
Shift Lever Position .................................... 69
Side Airbag Off .................................... 50, 75
Starter System ........................................... 76
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 48, 71
System Message ........................................ 73
Tailgate Open............................................ 72
TPMS ................................................ 74, 358
Transmission ............................................. 70
Turn Signal ................................................ 75
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist) System 72, 352
VSA® OFF .......................................... 72, 353
VTM-4® System ................................. 71, 354
Washer Level ............................................. 77
Information.............................................. 463
Information Display................................... 81
Instant Fuel Economy........................... 82, 88
Instrument Panel........................................ 67
Brightness Control................................... 130
Integrated Sunshades.............................. 164
Interior Lights........................................... 150
Interior Rearview Mirror.......................... 135
iPod®......................................................... 240
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench)........................ 439
Jump Starting........................................... 445
K
Key Number Tag....................................... 100
Keyless Lockout Prevention..................... 102
Keys............................................................. 99
Lockout Prevention.................................. 102
Master Keys .............................................. 99
Number Tag ............................................ 100

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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