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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 maintena nce booklet for detailed maintenance and
inspection information.
■Daily inspections
Perform inspections before long distance tri ps
, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
■Periodic inspections
• Che
ck the automatic transmi ssion fluid level monthly.
2Automatic Transmission Fluid P. 399
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 400
• Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 414
• Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 402
• Check the condition of the wiper bl ades 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 fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the information display
*/multi-
information display *.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 383
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills and tools, purchase the
service manual.
2 Authorized Manuals P. 474
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing ma intenance, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
* Not available on all models
406
uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Brake Light, Taillight, Back-Up Light, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Brake Light, Taillight, Back-Up Light, Rear Turn
Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Use
a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove
the bolts.
2. L
oosen the assembly by carefully prying on
the top and side edges.
u Wrap the
flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth
to prevent scratches.
Brake/Taillight: 21/5 W
Back-Up Light: 18 W
Rear Turn Signal/Taillight: 21/5 W
Rear Side Marker Light: 5 W
Bolts
407
uu Replacing Light Bulbs u Brake Light, Taillight, Back-Up Light, Rear Turn Signal Light and Rear Side Marker Light Bulbs
Maintenance
3.Turn the socket to th e left and remove it.
Remove the old bulb.
4. Insert a new bulb.
5. Rein
stall the light assembly by sliding it into
the hole on the body.
Bulb
Socket
455
uu Fuses u Fuse Locations
Continued
Handling the Unexpected
Located near the battery. Push the tabs to
open the box.
■Engine Compartment Sub Fuse
Box■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1Power Tailgate Motor *(40 A)
2 VTM-4 *(20 A)
3Trailer Main(30 A)
4VSA FSR 40 A
5Rear Blower30 A
6 VSA Motor 30
A
7Hazard15 A
8 Power Tailgate Closer *(20 A)
9Driver’s Power Seat
Reclining *(20 A)
10 Driver’s Power Seat Slide
*(20 A)
11Stop & Horn20 A
12 Rear Console Accessory
Socket 15
A
13Rear Wiper10 A
14 Trailer E-Brake (20
A)
15Front Heated Seat *(20 A)
16 Center Console Accessory
Socket 15
A
17Trailer Charge(20 A)
18 Front Accessory Socket 15
A
19Rear Accessory Socket15 A
20 Glass Hatch Motor 20
A
21Rear Heated Seat *(15 A)
22 Head Light Washer Motor (30 A)
* Not available on all models
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Information
Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: 2WD models
*2: 4WD models
*3: LX models with 4WD
*4: Except LX models with 4WD
ModelHonda Pilot
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Second 3
Third 3
Total
8Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating U.S.: 5,953 lbs (2,700 kg)*1
6,096 lbs (2,765 kg)*2
Canada: 2,700 kg*1
2,765 kg*2
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 2,921 lbs (1,325 kg)Canada: 1,325 kgGross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 3,197 lbs (1,450 kg)*1
3,251 lbs (1,475 kg)*3
3,362 lbs (1,525 kg)*4
Canada: 1,450 kg*1
1,525 kg*2
Air Conditioning:Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)Charge Quantity21.2 – 22.9 oz (600 – 650 g)Lubricant TypeND-OIL8
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Ba
ttery
■Wa
sher Fluid
Displacement212 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGKDILZKR7A11G
Fuel:TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 21.0 US gal (79.5 ℓ)
Capacity/Type60AH(5)/72AH(20)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Canada: 6.9 US qt (6.5 ℓ)
■Light Bulbs
*5: Not available on all models
Headlights (Low Beam)55W (H11)
Headlights (High Beam)60 W (HB3)Daytime Running Lights60 W (HB3)
Fog Lights*555W (H11)Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights28/8W (Amber)
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)
*5 LED
Front Side Marker Lights3CP
Rear Side Marker Lights5WBrake/Taillights21/5W
Back-Up Lights18WRear Turn Signal/Taillights21/5W
High-Mount Brake Light5WRear License Plate Light5W
Interior Lights Map Lights (Front) 8W
Map Lights (Rear) 4CP
Door Courtesy Lights 2CP
Console Compartment
Light 1.4W
Glove Box Light 1.4W
Foot Light LED
Cargo Area Light 8W
Vanity Mirror Lights 1.4W
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Index
Brake System............................................ 360
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 362
Brake Assist System................................. 363
Fluid ....................................................... 400
Foot Brake .............................................. 361
Indicator ........................................... 68, 452
Parking Brake.......................................... 360
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ...
130
Bulb Replacement ............
........................ 402
Brake Light, Tailligh t, Back-Up Light,
Rear Turn Signal Light and
Rear Side Marker Light .......................... 406
Fog Lights ............................................... 403
Front Turn Signal/ Parking Light and
Front Side Marker Light ......................... 405
Headlights .............................................. 402
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 409
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 408
Side Turn Signal/
Emergency Indicator Light ..................... 404
Bulb Specifications ...........
........................ 464
C
Carbon Monoxide Gas............................... 65
Cargo Hook .
............................................. 160
Cargo Net ....
............................................. 159
Carrying Cargo .................
................ 325, 327
CD Library ....
............................................. 197
CD Player .....
..................................... 193, 226
Certification Label ...........
........................ 466Changing Bulbs
....................
..................... 402
Charging System Indicator ..
............... 69, 450
Child Safety .....
............................................ 52
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 104
Child Seat ........
............................................ 52
Booster Seats ............................................. 64
Child Seat for Infants ................................. 54
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 55
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/
Shoulder Seat Belt ................................... 60
Larger Children .......................................... 63
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 54
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 56
Childproof Door Locks ........
..................... 104
Cleaning the Exterior ..........
..................... 430
Cleaning the Interior ...........
..................... 428
Climate Control System .......
..................... 165
Changing the Mode ................................ 165
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 166
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 427
Recirculation/Fresh Air Mode ................... 165
Sensors .................................................... 170
Synchronized Mode ................................. 167
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 165
Clock ................
............................................ 98
Coat Hook .......
.......................................... 159
Compact Spare Tire .............
............. 435, 465
Console Compartment ........
..................... 152
Controls ...........
............................................ 97 Coolant (Engine)
....................
.................. 397
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 398
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 397
Overheating ............................................ 448
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........
345
Cruise Control ....
....................................... 348
Indicator.................................................... 77
Cup Holders .......
....................................... 154
Customer Service Information .................
475
Customized Features ..............
.................... 90
D
Daytime Running Lights.......................... 127
Dead Battery ......
....................................... 445
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ..........
....................................... 166
Detachable Anchor ................
.................... 34
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ...............
467
Dimming Headlights ............................................... 125
Rearview Mirror....................................... 135
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ...............
.................. 393
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) .............
125
Display/Information Button ...
.................... 85
Door Mirrors ......
....................................... 136
Doors ..................
......................................... 99
Auto Door Locking .................................. 105
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 105
Door Open Indicator............................ 28, 72
Keys .......................................................... 99
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Index
Glass (care)............................................... 431
Glove Box................................................. 152
H
Halogen Bulbs .................................. 402, 403
Handling the Unexpected ....................
... 433
HandsFreeLink ® (H
FL)...................... 278, 301
Automatic Answering ............................. 289
Automatic Import of Ce llular Ph
onebook 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, 301High 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 ® (Ve
hicle Stability Assist)
System ............................................ 72, 352
VSA ® OFF
.......................................... 72, 353
VTM-4 ® Sy
stem ................................. 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