2013 HONDA PILOT tow bar

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uuTowing a TraileruTowing Preparation
Driving
The 7-pin trailer connector is needed for your trailer lights.
When inserting the connector to the socket, check if the connector and the socket
are free of dirt, moisture, or other foreign material.
■Hitches
Read the trailer manufacturer's instructions, and select the appropriate draw bar for
the height of the trailer you will be towing.
■Weight distribution hitches
A weight distributing hitch is not recommended for use with your vehicle.
An improperly adjusted weight distributing hitch may reduce handling, stability, and
braking performance.
Touring models
Pins’ wiring color codes and their purposes:1. Pull the socket lid to open.
3. Hook the lid retaining tab onto the socket retaining tab.
2. Insert the 7-pin trailer connector into the socket.
Socket
Back Light (Yellow)
Left Turn/Stop (Red)
Electric Brake (Brown/White)
Right Turn/Stop (White)
Ground (Black)
Small Light (Green)
+B Charge (Blue)

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Handling the Unexpected
Tools
Types of Tools
1Types of Tools
The tools and jack are under the cargo area on the passenger’s side.
Wheel Nut Wrench/Jack Handle
JackTowing Hook
StayExtension Bar

uuIf a Tire Goes FlatuChanging a Flat Tire
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Handling the Unexpected
If you store a full size tire on the hoist, remove the spacer to loosen the two bolts.
1.Remove the center cap.
2.Place the flat tire face up under the hoist.
3.Insert the hoist bracket into the center hole
of the flat tire.
4.Turn the extension bar with the wheel nut
wrench to the right until the flat tire rests
against the underbody of the vehicle and
you hear the hoist click.
5.Securely put the jack, stay, extension bar,
and wheel nut wrench back in the tool
case.
■Storing the Flat Tire1Storing the Flat Tire
Always raise the spare tire hoist, even if you are not stowing a tire. If the hoist is left down, it will be
damaged during driving and need to be replaced.
3WARNING
Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the wheel, jack, and tools securely
before driving.
Bolts