2013 HONDA PILOT tires

Contents
Child Safety P. 52Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 65Safety Labels P. 66
Opening and Closing the Tailgate P. 110 Security System P. 118 Opening and Closing the Windows P. 120
Operating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel P. 124 Adjusting the Mirrors P. 135
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience Items P. 150 Climate Control System P. 165
Rear Entertainment System* P. 251 Audio Error Messages P. 266
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver* P. 276Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® P. 278
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines P. 340 When Driving P. 342Braking P. 360Multi-View Rear Camera* P. 370 Refueling P. 371Fuel Economy P. 374
Maintenance Under the Hood P. 389 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 402 Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 414 Battery P. 423 Remote Transmitter Care P. 424
Climate Control System Maintenance P. 427 Cleaning P. 428
Engine Does Not Start P. 444Jump Starting P. 445Shift Lever Does Not Move P. 447Fuses P. 454Emergency Towing P. 459When You Cannot Open the Tailgate P. 461
Devices that Emit Radio Waves P. 467 Reporting Safety Defects P. 469
Authorized Manuals P. 474 Customer Service Information P. 475
Quick Reference GuideP. 2
Safe DrivingP. 23
Instrument PanelP. 67
ControlsP. 97
FeaturesP. 171
DrivingP. 323
MaintenanceP. 377
Handling the UnexpectedP. 433
InformationP. 463
IndexP. 478

Visual Index
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Quick Reference Guide
❙Windshield Wipers (P128, 410)
❙Door Lock/Unlock Control (P101)
❙How to Refuel (P372)
❙High-Mount Brake Light (P409)
❙Opening/Closing the Tailgate
(P110)
❙Rear Wiper (P129, 410)
❙Back-Up Lights (P406)
❙Brake/Taillights (P406)
❙Rear Turn Signal Lights (P406)
❙Rear Side Marker Lights (P406)
❙Power Door Mirrors (P136)
❙Maintenance Under the Hood (P389)
❙Fog Lights* (P127, 403)
❙Rearview Camera* (P369)
❙Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights (P125, 405)
❙Side Marker Lights (P125, 405)
❙Tires (P414, 435)
❙Headlights (P125, 402)
❙Tailgate Release Button (P111)

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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P377)
Under the Hood (P389)
●Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.●Check brake fluid.
●Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, pull the lever up, and lift up
the hood.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P402)
●Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P410)
●Replace blades if they leave
streaks across the windshield.
Tires (P414)
●Inspect tires and wheels regularly.●Check tire pressures regularly.
●Install snow tires for winter
driving.

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uuIndicatorsu
Instrument Panel
IndicatorNameOn/BlinkingExplanationMessage*
TPMS Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w.●Comes on if there is a problem with
the TPMS, or when a compact spare
tire is temporarily installed.
●Stays on constantly or does not come
on at all - Have the vehicle checked by a
dealer. If the vehicle is fitted with a
compact spare, get your regular tire
repaired or replaced and put back on
your vehicle as soon as you can.
—
Low Tire
Pressure
Indicator
Low Tire
Pressure/TPMS
Indicator
●Comes on for a few seconds when
you turn the ignition switch to ON
(w.●Comes on if the tire pressure of any
of the tires becomes significantly low.
●Comes on for a while and then goes
off when a compact spare tire is
temporarily installed.
●Blinks for about one minute, and
then stays on if there is a problem
with the TPMS, or when a compact
spare tire is temporarily installed.
●Comes on while driving - Stop in a safe
place, check tire pressures, and inflate
the tire(s) if necessary.
●Blinks and remains on - Have the
vehicle checked by a dealer. If the vehicle
is fitted with a compact spare, get your
regular tire repaired or replaced and put
back on your vehicle as soon as you can.
Models with information display
Models with information display
Models with multi- information display
Models with information display
Models with multi-information display
Models with multi-information display
* Not available on all models

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Driving
Before Driving
Driving Preparation
Check the following items before you start driving.
•Make sure there are no obstructions on the windows, door mirrors, exterior
lights, or other parts of the vehicle.
uRemove any frost, snow, or ice.
uRemove any snow on the roof, as this can slip down and obstruct your field of
vision while driving. If frozen solid, remove ice once it has softened.
uWhen removing ice from around the wheels, be sure not to damage the wheel
or wheel components.
•Make sure the hood is securely closed.
uIf the hood opens while driving, your front view will be blocked.
•Make sure the tires are in good condition.
uCheck air pressures, and check for damage and excessive wear.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 414
•Make sure there are no people or objects behind or around the vehicle.
uThere are blind spots from the inside.
■Exterior Checks1Exterior Checks
NOTICE
When doors are frozen shut, use warm water around
the door edges to melt any ice. Do not try to force
them open, as this can damage the rubber trim around the doors. When done, wipe dry to avoid
further freezing.
Do not pour warm water into the key cylinder.
You will be unable to insert key if the water freezes in
the hole.
Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite
flammable materials left under the hood, causing a fire. If you've parked your vehicle for an extended
period, inspect and remove any debris that may have
collected, such as dried grass and leaves that have fallen or have been carried in for use as a nest by a
small animal. Also check under the hood for leftover
flammable materials after you or someone else has performed maintenance on your vehicle.

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uuBefore DrivinguDriving Preparation
Driving
•Store or secure all items on board properly.
uCarrying too much cargo, or improperly storing it, can affect your vehicle's
handling, stability, stopping distance, and tires, and make it unsafe.
2Maximum Load Limit P. 327
•Do not pile items higher than the seat height.
uThey can block your view and may be thrown forward in the event of sudden
braking.
•Do not place anything in the front seat footwells. Make sure to secure the floor
mat.
uAn object or unsecured floor mat can interfere with your brake and accelerator
pedal operation while driving.
•If you have any animals on board, do not let them move around in the vehicle.
uThey may interfere with driving and a crash could occur.
•Securely close and lock all doors and the tailgate.
2Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside P. 103
•Adjust your seating position properly.
uAdjust the head restraint, too.
2Adjusting the Seats P. 137
2Adjusting the Head Restraints P. 141
•Adjust the mirrors and steering wheel properly for your driving.
uAdjust them while sitting in the proper driving position.
2Adjusting the Steering Wheel P. 134
2Adjusting the Mirrors P. 135
■Interior Checks1Interior Checks
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified technician.

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uuTowing a TraileruDriving Safely with a Trailer
Driving
Driving Safely with a Trailer
•Have the trailer properly serviced and keep it in good condition.
•Make sure that all the weights and load in the vehicle and trailer are within limits.
2Towing Load Limits P. 329
•When towing more than 3,500lbs (1,590 kg), use of gasoline with a pump octane
number of 91 or higher is recommended.
uTowing performance can be affected by high altitude, high temperature, or
steep uphill.
•Securely attach the hitch, safety chains, and other necessary parts to the trailer.
•Securely store all the items in and on the trailer so that they do not shift while
driving.
•Check if the lights and brakes on the trailer are working properly.
•Check the pressures of the trailer tires, including the spare.
•Drive slower than normal.
•Obey posted speed limits for vehicles with trailers.
•Use the (D position when towing a trailer on level roads.
•Turn more slowly and with a wider turning arc than normal.
•Allow more time and distance for braking.
•Do not brake or turn suddenly.
■Things You Need To Know Before Towing a Trailer
■Towing Speeds and Gears
■Turning and Braking
1Driving Safely with a Trailer
Parking In addition to the normal precautions, place wheel
chocks at each of the trailer's tires.

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uuTowing a TraileruTowing Your Vehicle
Driving
•Monitor your temperature gauge. If it nears the red (Hot) mark, turn off the
climate control system and reduce speed. Pull to the side of the road safely to cool
down the engine if necessary.
•Shift to the (d position if the transmission shifts frequently.
If the tires slip when retrieving a boat from the water, shift to (1, and turn on VTM-
4r lock. Disengage VTM-4r lock as soon as the boat is out of the water to prevent
damage to the VTM-4r system.
Towing Your Vehicle
Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs
to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information.
2Emergency Towing P. 459
■Driving in Hilly Terrain
■Retrieving a Boat