2016 HONDA PILOT transmission oil

540
Driving
Parking Your Vehicle
When Stopped
1.Depress the brake pedal firmly.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
3. Change the gear position to
(P.
4. Turn off the engine.
Always set the parking brake firmly, in part icular if you are parked on an incline.
1Parking Your Vehicle
Do not park your vehicle near flammable objects,
such as dry grass, oil, or timber.
Heat from the exhaust can cause a fire.
Raise the wiper arms when snow is expected.
1 When Stopped
NOTICE
The following can dama ge the transmission:
•Depressing the accelerator and brake pedals
simultaneously.
•Changing into ( P before the vehicle stops
completely.
When facing uphill, do not hold the vehicle by
depressing the accelerator pedal.
Doing so may cause the items to malfunction or a fire
inside the vehicle.
3WARNING
The vehicle can roll aw ay if left unattended
without confirming that Park is engaged.
Always keep your foot on the brake pedal
until you have confirmed that
( P is shown
on the gear position Indicator.
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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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uuMaintenance MinderTMuTo Use Maintenance MinderTM
Continued
Maintenance
■Maintenance Service Items1Maintenance Service Items
•Independent of the Maintenance Minderinf
ormation, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
•Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000
km).•Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if
t

hey are noisy.
Maintenance Minder MessageSystem Message
Indicator
Sub Items
Main
Item
*1: If the message
Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display
is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty in the first column on page 645.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Main Items
A
●Replace engine oil*1
B●Replace engine oil*1 and oil filter●Inspect front and rear brakes●Check parking brake adjustment●Inspect tie rod ends, steering gearbox, and boots●Inspect suspension components●Inspect driveshaft boots●Inspect brake hoses and li nes (Including ABS/VSA)●Inspect all fluid levels and condition of fluids●Inspect exhaust system#
●Inspect fuel lines and connections#
*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110°F, 43°C), in very low temperatures (under
-20°F, -29°C), or towing a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than
recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions,
have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
CODEMaintenance Sub Items
1
●Rotate tires
2●Replace air cleaner element*2
●Replace dust and pollen filter*3
●Inspect drive belt
3
●
Replace transmission fluid,
transfer fluid
*

4●Replace spark plugs●Replace timing belt and inspect water pump*4
●Inspect valve clearance
5
●Replace engine coolant
6●Replace rear differential fluid*, *5

*Not available on all models

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Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 606
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 607
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 615
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 616
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 617
Shift Lever Does Not Move*............ 618
Jump Starting .................................... 619 Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 622
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 624
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 624
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 625
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................................... 626
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ............................... 626
If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator Comes
On or Blinks........................................ 627
If the Transmission I ndicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message*.......... 627
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 628
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 632
Emergency Towing ........................... 633
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 634
Refueling........................................... 635Refueling From a Portable Fuel Container .... 635
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 636
* Not available on all models
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uuSpecifications u
Information
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
■ Automatic Transmission Fluid
■ Rear Differential Fluid
*
■Transfer Assembly Fluid*
SpecifiedHonda Automatic Transmission ATF DW-1
Capacity Change 3.3 US qt (3.1 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Automatic Transmission Fluid ATF-TYPE
3.1 or higher
Capacity Change 3.5 US qt (3.3 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda DPSF-II
Capacity Change 1.92 US qt (1.82 ℓ)
Specified·Honda Hypoid Gear Oil HGO-1
·Hypoid gear oil SAE 75W-85 or SAE 90 (API
grade GL4 or GL5)
Capacity Change 0.45 US qt (0.43 ℓ)
Automatic transmission models with shift lever
Automatic transmission models with electronic
gear selector
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
*1: Automatic transmission models with shift lever
*2: Automatic transmission models with electronic gear selector
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 5.4 US qt (5.1 ℓ)
Change
including
filter
5.7 US qt (5.4 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity
1.88 US gal (7.13 ℓ)*1
1.93 US gal (7.3 ℓ)*2
(change including the remaining 0.19 US gal
(0.72 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*1: Model with 18 inch wheel
*2: Model with 20 inch wheel
RegularSize245/60R18 105H*1
245/50R20 102H*2
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])32 (220 [2.2])*1
35 (240 [2.4])*2
Compact
Spare Size
T165/80D17 104M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular18 x 8J*1
20 x 8J*2
Compact Spare17 x 4T
* Not available on all models
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Index
Certification Label................................... 640
Changing Bulbs ........................................ 575
Charging System Indicator ................ 79, 624
Child Safety ................................................ 58
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 133
Child Seat ................................................... 58
Booster Seats ............................................ 73
Child Seat for Infants ................................ 60
Child Seat for Small Children .................... 61
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder Seat
Belt ......................................................... 67
Larger Children ......................................... 72
Rear-facing Child Seat............................... 60
Selecting a Child Seat ............................... 62
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 133
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 602
Cleaning the Interior ............................... 600
Client Service Information ....................... 648
Climate Control System ........................... 210
Changing the Mode................................ 210
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows .............................................. 211
Dust and Pollen Filter .............................. 599
Recirculation and Fresh Air Mode ............ 211
Sensors ................................................... 216
Synchronized Mode ................................ 213
Using Automatic Climate Control............ 210
Clock ......................................................... 120
Coat Hook ................................................ 198
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ................................................. 531 Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM)
Indicator .............................................. 95, 96
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 607, 639
Compass .................................................... 439
Console Compartment ............................. 191
Controls ..................................................... 119
Coolant (Engine) ....................................... 571
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 572
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 571
Overheating ............................................ 622
Creeping (Automatic Transmission) ........ 468
Cross Traffic Monitor ................................ 545
Cruise Control ........................................... 486
CRUISE CONTROL Indicator ....................... 88
CRUISE MAIN Indicator .............................. 88
Indicator .................................................... 88
Cup Holders .............................................. 194
Customized Features ................................ 342
D
Daytime Running Lights ........................... 162
Dead Battery ............................................. 619
Defaulting All the Settings ...................... 377
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ......................................... 208, 211
Detachable Anchor ..................................... 42
Devices that Emit Radio Waves ............... 641
Dimming
Headlights ............................................... 155 Rearview Mirror....................................... 171
Dipstick (Engine Oil) ................................. 567
Directional Signals (Turn Signal) ............. 154
Display Button .......................................... 243
Door Mirrors ............................................. 172
Doors ......................................................... 121
Auto Door Locking .................................. 134
Auto Door Unlocking .............................. 134
Door Open Message.................................. 36
Keys ........................................................ 121
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Inside .............................................. 15, 131
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside ................................................. 123
Lockout Prevention System ...................... 129
DOT Tire Quality Grading ........................ 588
Driving ...................................................... 441
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 491
Automatic Transmission .......................... 468
Braking ................................................... 527
Cruise Control ......................................... 486
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines............... 459
Shifting Gear ........................................... 471
Starting the Engine.................................. 461
Driving Position Memory System ............ 168
Dual Clutch Transmission Operating the Shift Lever........................... 23
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 599
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Index
E
ECON Button............................................. 483
ECON Mode Indicator ................................. 94
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System Indicator ............................................ 86, 626
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 515
Emergency ................................................. 633
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 643
Engine ....................................................... 640
Coolant ................................................... 571
Jump Starting .......................................... 619
Oil ........................................................... 566
Remote Engine Start ................................ 463
Starting ................................................... 461
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 565
Engine Coolant ......................................... 571
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 572
Adding to the Reserve Tank ..................... 571
Overheating............................................. 622
Temperature Gauge................................. 113
Engine Oil .................................................. 566
Adding .................................................... 568
Checking ................................................. 567
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 559
Engine Oil Life ......................................... 117
Low Oil Pressure Indicator .................. 79, 624
Recommended Engine Oil ........................ 566
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 151
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ................................................ 86, 626
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 74Exterior Care (Cleaning)
........................... 602
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 172
F
Features.................................................... 217
Filters
Dust and Pollen ....................................... 599
Oil ........................................................... 569
Flat Tire ..................................................... 607
Floor Mats ................................................. 601
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 573
Brake ...................................................... 574
Engine Coolant ....................................... 571
Windshield Washer ................................. 574
FM/AM Radio .................................... 231, 265
Fog Lights ................................................. 158
Indicator.................................................... 87
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ....... 184
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 185
Foot Brake ................................................ 528
Front Airbags (SRS) ..................................... 48
Front Seats ................................................ 174
Adjusting ................................................ 174
Front Sensor Camera ................................ 489
Fuel ...................................................... 24, 550
Economy ................................................. 552
Gauge ..................................................... 113
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 117
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 82 Range ..................................................... 117
Recommendation.................................... 550
Refueling ................................................ 550
Fuel Economy ........................................... 552
Fuel Fill Cap ........................................ 24, 551
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 24, 551
Unable to Unlock .................................... 634
Fuses ......................................................... 628
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 632
Locations ........................ 628, 629, 630, 631
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy................................................. 552
Gauge .................................................... 113
Information............................................. 550
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 82
Refueling ................................................ 550
Gauges ...................................................... 113
Gear Position Indicator ...................... 80, 473
Gear Shift Positions Automatic Transmission .......................... 471
Glass (care) ............................................... 603
Glove Box ................................................. 191
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Index
H
Handling the Unexpected....................... 605
HandsFreeLink ® (HFL) ...................... 381, 406
Automatic Import of Cellular Phonebook and Call History ................................... 395, 419
Caller’s ID Information ............................ 393
Displaying Messages ............................... 433
HFL Buttons .................................... 381, 406
HFL Menus...................................... 383, 409
HFL Status Display ........................... 382, 408
In Case of Emergency ............................. 437
Limitations for Manual Operation.... 382, 408
Making a Call ................................. 400, 427
Options During a Call...................... 405, 430
Phone Setup ................................... 387, 414
Phonebook Phonetic Modification........... 423
Receiving a Call............................... 404, 430
Receiving a Text Message/E-mail ............. 431
Ring Tone ....................................... 393, 418
Selecting a Mail Account......................... 432
Speed Dial ...................................... 396, 420
To Clear the System ................................ 394
To Set Up a Text Message/E-mail Options ................................................. 417
Hazard Warning Button .............................. 4
Hazard Warning Indicator ......................... 86
HD Radio
TM............................................... 265
HDMITM Port ............................................. 315
Head Restraints ........................ 179, 180, 181
Headlights ................................................ 155
Auto High-Beam System ......................... 159 Automatic Operation ............................... 156
Dimming ......................................... 155, 162
Operating ................................................ 155
Heated Door Mirrors ................................ 167
Heated Steering Wheel ............................ 200
Heated Windshield Button ...................... 167
Heater (Steering Wheel) .......................... 200
Heaters (Seat) ........................... 201, 202, 203
Heating and Cooling System ................... 205
Cooling ................................................... 207
Defrosting the Windshield and
Windows ............................................... 208
Heating ................................................... 206
HFL (HandsFreeLink ®)....................... 381, 406
High Beam Indicator .................................. 86
Hill Start Assist System ............................. 466
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver ............ 378
HondaLink® ............................................... 296
I
Identification Numbers ............................ 640
Engine and Transmission ......................... 640
Vehicle Identification ............................... 640
Illumination Control ................................. 166
Button ..................................................... 166
Immobilizer System .................................. 144
Indicator .................................................... 87
Indicators .................................................... 78
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .................. 92
All-wheel drive (AWD) ............................... 89 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)..................... 83
Auto high-beam system ............................ 87
Auto Idle-stop ........................................... 90
Auto Idle-stop System ............................... 90
Blind spot information (BSI) ............... 94, 519
Brake System (Amber) ............................... 78
Brake System (Red) ............................ 78, 626
Charging System ............................... 79, 624
Collision Mitigati
on Braking System
TM
(CMBSTM) ........................................... 95, 96
CRUISE CONTROL ............................. 88, 487
CRUISE MAIN .................................... 88, 486
ECON Mode .............................................. 94
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System .. 86, 626
Fog Lights ................................................. 87
Gear Position............................................. 80
Hazard Warning ........................................ 86
High Beam ................................................ 86
Immobilizer System ................................... 87
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .... 93, 509
Lights On .................................................. 87
Low Fuel ................................................... 82
Low Oil Pressure ................................ 79, 624
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..................... 86, 627
M (sequential mode) I ndicator/Sequential
Mode Gear Selection ............................... 80
Malfunction Indicator Lamp............... 79, 625
Parking Brake and Brake System ........ 78, 626
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) ............. 91
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 38, 82
Security System Alarm ............................... 88
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