2016 HONDA PILOT climate control

461Continued
Driving
When Driving
Starting the Engine
1.Depress the brake pedal.
u Make sure the transmission is in
(P.
1. Check that the shift lever is in
(P, then
depress the brake pedal.
u Although it is possible to start the vehicle
in
(N, it is safer to start it in (P.
2. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button
without depressing the accelerator pedal.
The engine will crank until it starts.
1 Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to st art in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control
system, and rear defogger in order to reduce battery drain.
If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. If temperatures consistently
below -22°F (-30°C) are expected, the coolant
mixture should be changed to a higher concentration
to prevent freezing. Cons ult a dealer for details.
If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
Bring the smart entry remote close to the ENGINE
START/STOP button if the battery in the smart entry
remote is weak.
2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
P. 616
The engine may not start if the smart entry remote is
subjected to strong radio waves.
Do not hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to
start the engine.
If the engine does not start, wait at least 10 seconds
before trying again.
Brake Pedal
Models with electronic gear selector
Models without electronic gear selector
All models
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
1Remote Engine Start*
While the engine is running, the vehicle will
automatically preconditi on inside the vehicle.
When it is warm outside:
•The climate control system is activated in
recirculation mode.
•The seat ventilat ion is activated*.
When it is cold outside:
•The defroster is activated at a moderately warm
temperature.
•The rear defogger and door mirror heaters are
activated*.
•The seat heaters and heated steering wheel are
activated*.
2 Heated Steering Wheel* P. 200
2 Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation
* P. 202, 203
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle-stop*
Continued
Driving
Auto Idle-stop*
To help maximize fuel economy, the engi ne automatically stops when the vehicle
comes to a stop, depending on environmental and vehicle operating conditions. The
indicator comes on. The engine then restarts once the vehicle is
about to move again, and the indicator goes
off.
A message associated with Auto Idle-stop
appears on the MID.
2Indicators P. 90
2 Customized Features P. 342
If the driver’s door is opened while the
indicator is comes on, a buzzer sounds to
notify you that the Auto Idle-stop function is
in operation.
To turn the Auto Idle-s top system off, press
this button. The Auto Idle-stop system stops. u The Auto Idle-stop system will stop and
the indicator (Amber) in meter will come
on.
1Auto Idle-stop*
The 12-volt battery insta lled in this vehicle is
specifically designed for a m odel with Auto Idle-stop.
Using a 12-volt battery other than this specified type
may shorten the battery life , and prevent Auto Idle-
stop from activating. If you need to replace the
battery, make sure to select the specified type. Ask a
dealer for more details.
The duration of the Auto Idle-stop operation:
•Increases in the ECON mode, compared to when
the ECON mode is off, with climate control in use.
Auto Idle-stop may activate less frequently in such
conditions as a traffic jam.
■Auto Idle-stop System ON/OFF1 Auto Idle-stop System ON/OFF
Press the Auto Idle-stop OFF button to restart the
engine from the idling stop.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle-stop*
480
Driving
The vehicle stops with the gear position in (D and the brake pedal depressed.
■Auto Idle-stop does not activate when:
• The driver’s seat belt is not fastened.
• The engine coolant temperature is low or high.
• The transmission fluid temperature is low or high.
• The vehicle comes to a stop again befo re the vehicle speed reaches 3 mph (5
km/h) after the engine starts.
• Stopped on a steep incline.
• A gear position other than
(D.
• The engine is started with the hood open.
u Turn off the engine. Close the hood before you restart the engine to activate
Auto Idle-stop.
• The battery charge is low.
• The internal temperature of the ba ttery is 14°F (−10°C). or less.
• The climate control system is in use, an d the outside temperature is below −4°F
(−20°C) or over 104°F (40°C).
• The climate control system temperature is set to the Hi or Lo .
• is ON (indicator on).
• When the rear fan is set to maximum speed.
u Auto Idle-stop may not activate under other conditions when the rear climate
control system is in use.
• When the Intelligent Traction Management is set to Snow, Mud, or Sand.
■Auto Idle-stop Activates When:1Auto Idle-stop Activates When:
Do not open the hood while the Auto Idle-stop
function is activated. If the hood is opened, the
engine will not re start automatically.
In this case, restart the engine with the ENGINE
START/STOP button. 2 Starting the Engine P. 461
Pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button changes
the power mode to ACCESSORY even while Auto
Idle-stop is in operation. Once in ACCESSORY, the
engine no longer restarts automatically. Follow the
standard procedure to start the engine. 2 Starting the Engine P. 461
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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle-stop*
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Driving
■Auto Idle-stop may not activate when:
• The vehicle is stopped by braking suddenly.
• The steering wheel is operated.
• The fan speed is high.
• Altitude is high.
• The vehicle is repeatedly accelera ted and decelerated at a low speed.
• The climate control system is in use, an d there is a significant difference between
the set temperature and the actual interior temperature.
• Humidity in the interior is high.
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uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle-stop*
482
Driving
The brake pedal is released.
■The engine restarts even if the brake pedal is depressed when:
• The Auto Idle-stop OFF button is pressed.
• When a steering wheel is operated.
• The gear position is in a position other than
(D.
• The pressure on the brake pedal is redu ced and the vehicle starts moving while
stopped on an incline.
• The pressure on the brake pedal is repeated ly applied and released slightly during
a stop.
• The battery charge becomes low.
• The accelerator pedal is depressed.
• The driver’s seat belt is unlatched.
• is ON (indicator on).
• The climate control system is in us e, and the difference between the set
temperature and actual interior temperature becomes significant.
• The climate control system is bein g used to dehumidify the interior.
Briefly keeps the brakes applied after releas ing the brake pedal to restart the engine.
This can keep your vehicle from unexpectedly moving while on an incline.
■The Engine Automatically Restarts When:
■Starting Assist Brake Function
1 The Engine Automatically Restarts When:
•If you are using an elec tronic device during Auto
Idle-stop, the device may temporarily be turned off
when the engine restarts.
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uuWhen Driving uFront Sensor Camera*
490
Driving
1Front Sensor Camera*
If the Some Driver Assist Systems Cannot
Operate: message appears:
•Use the climate control system to cool down the
interior and, if necessary, also use defroster mode
with the air flow directed towards the camera.
•Start driving the vehicle to lower the windshield
temperature, which cool s down the area around
the camera.
If the Some Driver Assist Systems Cannot
Operate: message appears:
•Park your vehicle in a sa fe place, and clean the
windshield. If the message does not disappear after
you have cleaned the winds hield and driven for a
while, have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
* Not available on all models
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555
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 556
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..557
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 558
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 559
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 563
Opening the Hood ........................... 564
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 565
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 566
Oil Check ......................................... 567
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 568
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...569 Engine Coolant ................................ 571
Transmission Fluid ............................ 573
Brake Fluid ....................................... 574
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 574
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 575Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 581Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 585
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 586
Tire Labeling .................................... 586
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 588Wear Indicators................................ 590
Tire Service Life ................................ 590 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 591
Tire Rotation .................................... 592
Winter Tires ..................................... 593
Battery ............................................... 594
Remote Transmitter Care Replacing the Button Battery ........... 596
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 597Heating and Cooling System*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance............. 599Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 600
Exterior Care.................................... 602
* Not available on all models
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