2013 HONDA PILOT wiper fluid

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Quick Reference Guide
Wipers and Washers
(P128)
Wiper/Washer Control Lever
Adjustment Ring: Long Delay : Short Delay
MIST
OFF
INT: Low speed with intermittentLO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe
Pull toward you to spray washer fluid.
Steering Wheel (P134)
●To adjust, pull the adjustment lever
towards you, adjust to the desired position, then lock the lever back in place.
Tailgate (P110)
●With all the doors unlocked, press the
tailgate release button and lift open the
tailgate.
●Press the power tailgate button on the
driver’s door or the remote transmitter to open and close the power tailgate.
Glass Hatch (P116)
●To open the glass hatch, press the glass
hatch release button on the tailgate.
●Press the glass hatch release button on
the driver’s door or the remote transmitter to open the glass hatch.
Models with the power tailgate
Models without the power tailgate

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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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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering WheeluWipers and Washers
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the ignition switch is in ON (w.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, LO, HI)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■Adjusting the delay
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
delay.
■Washer
Sprays while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the lever, the wipers make
two or three more sweeps before stopping.
■Front Wiper/Washer1Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get scratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield, becoming stuck. Operating the wipers in this condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defroster to warm the
windshield, then turn the wipers on.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe interval shortens. When the vehicle starts moving, the
wipers make a single sweep.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s shortest delay setting ( ) and the LO setting become
the same.
Intermittent Time Adjustment Ring
MIST
INT: Low speed with intermittent3
OFF2
LO: Low speed wipe4
HI: High speed wipe5
Pull to use washer.
3
5
4
2
Long delay
Short delay

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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 378Safety When Performing Maintenance..... 379Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 380Maintenance Minder™.................... 381Maintenance Under the HoodMaintenance Items Under the Hood ..... 389Opening the Hood ........................... 390 Recommended Engine Oil ................ 392 Oil Check ......................................... 393Adding Engine Oil ............................ 394Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ..... 395
Engine Coolant ................................ 397Transmission Fluid ............................ 399Brake Fluid ....................................... 400 Power Steering Fluid ........................ 400 Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 401Replacing Light Bulbs....................... 402Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades.... 410Checking and Maintaining TiresChecking Tires ................................. 414Tire and Loading Information Label ...... 415Tire Labeling .................................... 415DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)....... 417Wear Indicators................................ 419
Tire Service Life ................................ 419Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 420Tire Rotation .................................... 421 Winter Tires ..................................... 422Battery............................................... 423Remote Transmitter CareReplacing the Button Battery ........... 424Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care*........................... 425Climate Control System Maintenance..... 427Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 428 Exterior Care.................................... 430
* Not available on all models

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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of any abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.) Refer to the separate maintenance booklet for detailed maintenance and
inspection information.
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance trips, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
•Check the automatic transmission fluid level monthly.
2Automatic Transmission Fluid P. 399
•Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2Checking the Brake Fluid P. 400
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examine the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 414
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2Replacing Light Bulbs P. 402
•Check the condition of the wiper blades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 410
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and federal regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all maintenance services should
be performed in accordance with the intervals indicated by the information display*/multi-
information display*.
2Maintenance Service Items P. 383
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills and tools, purchase the service manual.
2Authorized Manuals P. 474
If you want to perform maintenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing maintenance, update the records in the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
* Not available on all models

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Index
System ...................................................... 72
Viscosity (Oil).................................... 392, 465
VSA® (Vehicle Stability Assist)................. 352
VTM (Variable Torque Management) System
354
W
Wallpaper................................................. 179
Warning and Information Messages........ 78
Warning Indicator On/Blinking............... 450
Warning Labels.......................................... 66
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided
separately).............................................. 472
Watts........................................................ 464
Wear Indicators (Tire).............................. 419
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle)........... 439
Window Washers..................................... 128
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 401
Switch .................................................... 128
Windows (Opening and Closing)............ 120
Windshield............................................... 128
Cleaning ................................................. 431
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 166
Washer Fluid ........................................... 401
Wiper Blades........................................... 410
Wipers and Washers ............................... 128
Winter Tires.............................................. 422
Snow Tires .............................................. 422
Tire Chains.............................................. 422
Wipers and Washers................................ 128
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades ..... 410
Front ....................................................... 128
Rear ........................................................ 129
WMA................................. 193, 207, 226, 244
Worn Tires................................................. 414
X
XM® Radio................................................. 223