2016 HONDA PILOT wipers

uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
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Controls
When you push the lever down to AUTO, the
windshield wipers sweep once, and go into
the automatic mode.
The wipers operate intermittently, at low
speed, or at high speed and stops in
accordance with the am ount of rainfall the
rainfall sensor detects.
■Auto sensitivity adjustment
When in AUTO, you can also adjust the
rainfall sensor sensitivity using the intermittent
time adjustment ring.
Sensor sensitivity
■Automatic Intermittent Wipers*1 Automatic Intermittent Wipers*
The rainfall sensor is in the location shown below.
NOTICE
Always ensure the wiper lever is in the OFF position
before entering a car wash to prevent severe damage
to the windshiel d wiper system.
If the wiper lever is in AUTO , and the power mode is
in ON, the rainfall sensor may respond to your hand
or car wash liquids, and the wipers may operate
automatically.
Rainfall Sensor
Low sensitivity: Lower speed,
fewer sweeps
High sensitivity: Higher speed,
more sweeps
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
The rear wiper and washer can be used when
the power mode is in ON.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, ON)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■Washer ( )
Sprays while you rotate the switch to this
position.
Hold it to activate th e wiper and to spray the
washer. Once released, it stops operating
after a few more sweeps.
■Operating in reverse
When you select the transmission to
(R with the front wiper activated, the rear
wiper operates automati cally as follows even if its switch is off.
■Rear Wiper/Washer1Wipers and Washers
If the wiper stops operating due to any obstacle such
as the build-up of snow, pa rk the vehicle in a safe
place.
Rotate the wipe r switch to OFF, and set the power
mode to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), then
remove the obstacle.
INT: Intermittent
OFF ON : Continuous wipe
Washer
Front Wiper Operation Rear Wiper Operation
IntermittentIntermittent
Low speed wipe
High speed wipe Continuous
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uuWhen Driving uRoad Departure Mitigation (RDM) System*
Driving
The system becomes ready to start sear ching for lane markings when all the
following conditions are met:
• The vehicle is traveling between about 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).
• The vehicle is on a straight or slightly curved road.
• The turn signals are off.
• The brake pedal is not depressed.
• The wipers are not in continuous operation.
• The vehicle is not accelera ting or braking, and the steering wheel is not being
turned.
• The system makes a determination that th e driver is not actively accelerating,
braking or steering.
■How the System Activates1 How the System Activates
The RDM system may automa tically shut off and the
indicator comes and stays on.
2 Indicators P. 91
RDM system function can be impacted when the
vehicle is:
•Not driven within a traffic lane.
•Driven on the inside edge of a curve, or outside of
a lane.
•Driven in a narrow lane.
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uuWhen Driving uLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
Driving
The system can be used when th e following conditions are met.
• The lane in which you are driving has detectable lane markers on both sides, and
your vehicle is in the center of the lane.
• The vehicle speed is between about 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).
• You are driving on a straight or slightly curved road.
• The turn signals are off.
• The brake pedal is not depressed.
• The wipers are not in continuous operation.
■How to activate the system
1.Press the MAIN button.
u The ACC and LKAS indicators come on.
The system is ready to use.
2. Press the LKAS button.
u Lane outlines appear on the MID.
The system is activated.
■When the System can be Used1Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
You can read about handling information for the
camera equipped with this system.
2 Front Sensor Camera
* P. 489
If the vehicle drifts toward ei ther left or right lane line
due to the system applying torque, turn off the LKAS
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
MAIN Button
LKAS Button
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
Continued
Driving
■The system operation is suspended if
you:
• Set the wipers to continuous operation.
u Turning the wipers off resumes the
LKAS.
• Decrease the vehicle speed to about 40
mph (64 km/h) or less.
u Increasing the vehicle speed to about 45
mph (72 km/h) or more resumes the
LKAS.
• Depress the brake pedal.
u The LKAS resumes and starts detecting
the lane lines again once you release the
brake pedal.
• Set the wiper switch to AUTO and the
wipers operate continuously.
u The LKAS resumes when the wipers stop
or operate intermittently.
When the LKAS is suspended,
the lane lines on the MID
change to contour lines, and
the beeper sounds.
Models with automatic intermittent wipers
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Push up the hood latch lever in the center
of the hood to release the lock mechanism,
and open the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised.
The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage
either the hood or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.
Do not open the hood while the Auto Idle-stop
function is activated.
Models with Auto Idle-stop
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
Support RodGrip
Clamp
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
Maintenance
Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehi cle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• Fold in the door mirrors.
• Turn off the automatic intermittent wipers
*.
Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
If you use a conveyor type automatic car wash, keep the transmission in
(N position.
2 If you want to keep the transmission in (N position [car wash mode] P. 475
•Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzl e and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Car Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1 Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents. It can
cause a malfunction.
Air Intake Vents
Automatic transmission models with electronic gear selector
* Not available on all models
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Index
Auto Idle-stop System Indicator (Amber) ..................................................... 90
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 164
Automatic Lighting .................................. 156
Automatic Transmission ........................... 468
Creeping ................................................. 468
Fluid ........................................................ 573
Kickdown ................................................ 468
Operating the Shift Button....................... 473
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 618
Shift Lever Operation ............................... 470
Shifting............................................ 469, 471
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 220
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 116
B
Back-Up Light............................................ 580
Battery ....................................................... 594
Charging System Indicator ................. 79, 624
Jump Starting .......................................... 619
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 594
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 37
Beverage Holders ...................................... 194
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........ 518
Indicator .................................................... 94
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 239, 294
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®............. 381, 406
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System ...................................................... 313
Audio Sources for Front and Rear Seats ... 334 Auxiliary Console Panel ........................... 314
DVD or Blu-ray
TM Player Error Messages ... 341
Front Control Panel Operation ................. 327
HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 315
Initial Settings.......................................... 325
Operating the Blu-ray/DVD rear entertainment system ................................................... 327
Operating the System .............................. 316
Overhead Screen ..................................... 316
Playable Disc Region Codes ..................... 339
Playable Disc Types .................................. 339
Playable Discs .......................................... 335
Playing a Disc in the Rear......................... 333
Playing a DVD/Blu-ray
TM........................... 317
Playing AM/FM Radio in the Rear............. 332
Playing an iPod and a USB Flash Drive in the Rear ...................................................... 333
Playing Audio .......................................... 331
Playing SiriusXM ® Radio in the Rear ......... 332
Rear DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu ................... 318
Rear System Setup................................... 328
Recommended Discs ............................... 340
Screen and Surround Settings.................. 321
Selecting the Audio Sour ce using Front Control
Panel ..................................................... 327
Setting the DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu ......... 329
System Controls .............................. 317, 331
USB Ports ................................................ 315
Wireless Headphones .............................. 313
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 73Brake System
............................................ 527
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 529
Brake Assist System................................. 530
Brake System Indicator .............................. 78
Fluid ....................................................... 574
Foot Brake .............................................. 528
Indicator ........................................... 78, 626
Parking Brake.......................................... 527
Brake System (Amber) Indicator ................................................... 78
Brake System (Red)
Indicator ........................................... 78, 626
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 166
Bulb Replacement .................................... 575
Back-Up Light ......................................... 580
Brake Light and Turn Signal Light ............ 579
Daytime Running Light............................ 577
Headlights .............................................. 575
High-Mount Brake Light.......................... 580
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 580
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light ..................................................... 578
Taillight and Rear Si de Marker Light ........ 579
Bulb Specifications ................................... 638C
Car Wash Mode........................................ 475
Carbon Monoxide Gas ............................... 74
Carrying Cargo ................................. 443, 445
CD Player .................................................. 278
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