2014 HONDA PILOT battery

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uu Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care * u Replacing the Battery
Maintenance
If there is no sound coming from the wireless headphone, replace the battery.
1. To open the cover, inse rt a coin in the slot
and twist it slightly to pry the cover away
from the earpiece.
2. Make sure to r
eplace the battery with the
correct polarity.
■Wireless Headphone
Coin
Battery type: AAA
BatteryCover

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uu Cleaning u Exterior Care
Maintenance
A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’s paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary.
If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resi n coated parts, they
may be stained or the coating may peel. Prom ptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and
clean water.
Wipe using a glass cleaner.
Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road
con
taminants. Use a sponge and mild detergent to wipe away promptly.
Be careful not to use harsh chemicals (including some commercial wheel cleaners) or
a
stiff brush. They can damage the clear coat of the aluminum alloy wheels that
helps keep the aluminum from corroding and tarnishing.
■Applying Wax
■Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts
■Cleaning the Window
■Maintaining Aluminum Wheels *
1Applying Wax
NOTICE
Chemical solvents and st rong cleaners can damage
the paint, metal, and plasti c on your vehicle. Wipe up
spills immediately.
1 Maintaining the Bumpers an d Other Resin Coated Parts
Ask a dealer about the corr ect coating material when
you want to repair the painted surface of the parts
made of resin.
1 Cleaning the Window
Wires are mounted to the in side of the rear window.
Wipe along the same direct ion as the wires with a
soft cloth so as not to damage them.
* Not available on all models

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Handling the Unexpected
Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.
Check brightness of the interior light.
Turn on interior lights and check brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2 Battery P. 423●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 458
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with the
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly.
Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 342
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is bl
inking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 118
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 80
Check the fuse.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle
checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 458
If the problem continues:
2 Emergency Towing P. 459
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 445

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Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood. 1.Connect
the first jumper cable to your
vehicle's + terminal.
2. Connect
the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Us
e a 12-volt booster battery only.
3. Connect the
second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
4. Conn
ect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the grounding strap as
shown.
Do not connect this jumper cable to any
other part.
5. If yo
ur vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle's engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
6. Attem
pt to start your ve hicle's engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
■Jump Starting Procedure1 Jump Starting
Securely attach the jumper cables clips so that they
do not come off when the e ngine vibrates. Also be
careful not to tangle the ju mper cables or allow the
cable ends to touch each other while attaching or
detaching the jumper cables.
Battery performance degrades in cold conditions and
may prevent the engi ne from starting.
3 WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow
the correct procedure, seriously injuring
anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking
materials away from the battery.
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uu Jump Starting u
Handling the Unexpected
Once your vehicle's engine has started, re move the jumper cables in the following
order.
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle's ground.
2. Dis
connect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery -
terminal.
3. Disconnect
the jumper cable from your vehicle's + terminal.
4. Dis
connect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery +
terminal.
Have your vehicle inspected by a n earby se
rvice station or a dealer.
■What to Do After the Engine Starts

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Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the indicator comes on
1. Immediately park the
vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If
necessary, turn the ha zard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the e
ngine and let it sit for about three minutes.
2. Open the hoo
d and check the oil level.
2Oil Check P. 393
3. Start the engine and check th e low oil pressure indicator.
u The light
goes out: Start driving again.
u The l
ight does not go out within 10 seconds: Stop the engine and
contact a dealer for repairs immediately.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Turn off the climate con trol system, rear
defogger, and other electrical
systems, and immediately contact a dealer for repairs.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.

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uu Fuses u Fuse Locations
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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)
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Information
Emissions Testing
Testing of Readiness Codes
Your vehicle has “Readiness Codes,” as part of the onboard self diagnostic system.
Some States use these codes as a test to see if yo
ur vehicle's emissions components
are working properly.
The codes may not be read properly if testi ng is
performed just after the battery has
gone dead or been disconnected.
To check if they are set, turn
the ignition switch to ON (w
, without starting the
engine. The malfunction indicator lamp will come on for several seconds. If it then
goes off, the readiness codes are set. If it blinks five times, the readiness codes are
not set.
If you are required to have your vehicle te sted before the readiness codes are ready,
prepare the
vehicle for retesting by doing the following:
1. F
ill the gas tank to approximately 3/4 full.
2.Park t
he vehicle and leave the engine off for 6 hours or more.
3.Make sure the a
mbient temperature is between 40°F and 95°F (4°C and 35°C).
4. Start
the engine without touching the accelerator pedal, and let it idle for 20
seconds.
5. Keep the
vehicle in (P
. Increase the engine speed to 2,000 rpm, and hold it there
for about 3 minutes.
6. Let
the engine idle with your foot off the accelerator for 20 seconds.
1Testing of Readiness Codes
The readiness codes are erased when the battery is
disconnected, and set again onl y after several days of
driving under a variety of conditions.
If a testing facility determines that the readiness
codes are not set, you may be requested to return at
a later date to complete the test.
If the testing facility determines the readiness codes
are still not set, see a dealer.