2016 HONDA PILOT key

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SAFETYSAFETY
Seat Belt with Detachable Anchor
The seat belts for the second-row* and third-row center seat is located \
in the
ceiling.
1. Pull out the seat belt’s small latch plate and
the latch plate from each holding slot in the
ceiling.
2. Line up the triangle marks on the small latch plate
and anchor buckle. Make sure the seat belt is not
twisted. Attach the belt to the anchor buckle.
3. Insert the latch plate into the buckle. Properly
fasten the seat belt the same way you fasten
the lap/shoulder seat belt.
To unlatch the detachable anchor, insert a key
into the slot on the side of the anchor buckle.
Latch plate
Buckle
Airbags
Your vehicle is equipped with three types of airbags: front airbags, side\
airbags, and
side curtain airbags.
Front Airbags (SRS)The front SRS airbags inflate in a moderate-to-severe frontal collisio\
n to help
protect the head and chest of the driver and/or front passenger. They are housed
in the center of the steering wheel for the driver, and in the dashboard for the front
passenger. Both airbags are marked SRS AIRBAG.
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) indicates that the airbags are des\
igned to
supplement seat belts, not replace them. Seat belts are the occupant’\
s primary
restraint system.
Advanced AirbagsYour front airbags have advanced features to help reduce the likelihood o\
f airbag-
related injuries to smaller occupants.
The driver’s advanced front airbag system includes
a seat position sensor. If the seat is too far forward,
the airbag inflates with less force, regardless of the
severity of the impact.
If there is a problem with the driver’s seat position
sensor, the SRS indicator will come on and the
airbag will inflate with full (normal) force, regardless
of the driver’s seating position.
The passenger’s advanced front airbag system
has weight sensors. Although Honda recommends
against carrying an infant or small child in front, if
the sensors detect the weight of a child (up to 65 lbs
or 29 kg), the system will automatically turn off the
passenger’s front airbag.
For both advanced front airbags to work properly:
•  Do not spill any liquid on or under the seats.
•  Do not put any object under the passenger’s seat.
•  Make sure any objects are positioned properly on the floor. Improperly
positioned objects can interfere with the advanced airbag sensors.
•  All occupants should sit upright and wear their seat belts properly.
•  Do not place any cover over any part of the passenger side dashboard.
Driver’sseat
position
sensor
Passenger’s
seat
weight
sensors
Using the seat belt with the detachable anchor unlatched increases the
chance of serious injury or death in a crash.
Before using the seat belt, make sure the detachable anchor is correctly\

latched.
WARNING
Small latch plate Latch plate
Small latch plate
Anchor buckle
Small latch plate Latch plate
*if equipped

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SAFETYSAFETY
Protecting Infants
An infant must be properly restrained in a rear-facing, reclining child seat until the
infant reaches the seat manufacturer’s weight or height limit for the seat, and the
infant is at least one year old. Many experts recommend use of a rear-facing seat
for a child up to two years old if the child’s height and weight are appropriate for a
rear-facing seat.
Child seats must be placed and secured in a rear
seating position. Rear-facing child seats should
never be installed in a forward-facing position.
When properly installed, a rear-facing child seat may prevent the driver or a front
passenger from moving their seat all the way back, or from locking their\
seat-back
in the desired position. If this occurs, we recommend that you install t\
he child
seat directly behind the front passenger’s seat, move the seat as far forward as
needed, and leave it unoccupied. Or, you may wish to get a smaller rear-facing
child seat.
Placing a rear-facing child seat in the front seat can result in serious injury or
death during a crash.
Always place a rear-facing child seat in the rear seat, not the front.
WARNING
Allowing a child to play with a seat belt or wrap one around their neck \
can
result in serious injury or death.
Instruct children not to play with any seat belt and make sure any unuse\
d seat
belt a child can reach is buckled, fully retracted, and locked.
WARNING Protecting Smaller ChildrenIf a child is at least one year old and within the weight range indicate\
d by the child
seat manufacturer, the child should be properly restrained in a firmly secured
forward-facing child seat.
We strongly recommend placing a forward-facing
child seat in a rear seating position.
Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat
can be hazardous, even with advanced front airbags
that automatically turn the passenger’s front airbag
off. A rear seat is the safest place for a child.
Placing a forward-facing child seat in the front seat can result in seri\
ous
injury or death if the front airbag inflates.
If you must place a forward-facing child seat in front, move the vehicle\
seat
as far back as possible, and properly restrain the child.
WARNING
Selecting a Child SeatMost child seats are LATCH-compatible (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren).
Some have a rigid-type connector, while others have a flexible-type connector.
Both are equally easy to use. Some existing and previously owned child s\
eats can
only be installed using the seat belt. Whichever type you choose, follow\
the child
seat manufacturer’s use and care instructions as well as the instructions in this
manual. Proper installation is key to maximizing your child’s safety.
In seating positions and vehicles not equipped with LATCH, a LATCH-compatible
child seat can be installed using the seat belt and a top tether for add\
ed security.
This is because all child seats are required to be designed so that they\
can be
secured with a lap belt or the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt. In addit\
ion, the
child seat manufacturer may advise that a seat belt be used to attach a \
LATCH-
compatible seat once a child reaches a specified weight. Please read t\
he child
seat owner’s manual for proper installation instructions.
Important considerations when selecting a child seat
Make sure the child seat meets the following three requirements:
•  The child seat is the correct type and size for the child.
•  The child seat is the correct type for the seating position.
•  The child seat is compliant with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213 or
Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.

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INSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL
Condition Indicators
These indicators may require you to perform an action.
Parking brake
Release the parking brake before driving. You will hear a beep if you drive
with it not fully released.
Seat belt reminder
Make sure seat belts are fastened for you and all passengers. The indica\
tor
blinks and beeps sound continuously if you or your front passenger has not
fastened your seat belts when you begin driving. If the indicator remain\
s on
after seat belts are fastened, see your dealer.
Low fuel
Refuel as soon as possible. If the indicator blinks, there is a problem \
with the
fuel gauge. See your dealer.
Low tire pressure
Stop in a safe place, check tire pressures, and inflate tire(s) if n\
ecessary.
The indicator also appears if your vehicle is fitted with a spare tire\
. Have
your regular tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible.
System message
When a condition or malfunction indicator comes on, a message also
appears on the multi-information display. Check the display for more
information.
Immobilizer
Your key or remote transmitter cannot be recognized by the vehicle. If th\
e
indicator blinks, you may not be able to start the engine. Turn the vehicle off,
and then on again. If it continues to blink, there may be a problem with\
the
system. See your dealer.
Canada
U.S.
On/Off Indicators
These indicators remind you when an item is on or off.
VSA off
VSA engaged (blinks)
CMBS* off
RDM* off
LKAS* on
BSI* off
CRUISE MAIN* on
CRUISE CONTROL* on
ACC* on Turn signals/hazards on
Fog lights* on
High beams on
Exterior lights on
Auto High Beam System* on
ECON mode on
Auto idle stop* on
Auto idle stop* off
*if equipped

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VEHICLE CONTROLSINSTRUMENT PANEL
Multi-Information Display (MID)
Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information.
Tire pressuresDistance, average fuel
economy, range, instant fuel economy (Trip A)
Main display
Compass*Distance, average fuel
economy, range, instant fuel economy (Trip B)
Turn-by-turn directions*
Press the Info (p/q) buttons on the steering wheel to change displays. Press the
RESET button to enter menu selections when applicable.
*if equipped
Info (p/q) buttons
RESET button
Engine oil life
Learn about the various controls necessary for operating and driving the\
vehicle.
Using the Remote Transmitter
Lock or unlock the doors and tailgate.
Models without remote engine start
Unlock button: Press once
to unlock the driver’s door.
Press again to unlock all
doors and the tailgate.
Power tailgate button*:
Press and hold to unlock
and open the power tailgate.
Press again to close it.
Lock button: Press to lock
the doors and tailgate. Press
again for audible verification.
Panic button: Press to sound
the alarm for 30 seconds.
Press again to cancel.
VEHICLE CONTROLS
*if equipped
Leaving the key or remote transmitter in the vehicle can result in theft\
or
accidental movement of the vehicle. Always take it with you whenever you\
leave
the vehicle unattended.
NOTICE
Tailgate button*: Press to
unlock the tailgate.
Engine button*: After pressing
the Lock button, press and
hold to remotely start the
engine (see page 106).
Main display (also shows
odometer, gear position,
and outside temperature*)
Models with remote engine start

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VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS
Smart Entry System*
When you carry the remote transmitter (for example, in a pocket or purs\
e) and it
is outside the vehicle and within range (about 32 inches or 80 cm), yo\
u can lock or
unlock the doors and tailgate without handling the transmitter.
Unlocking/Locking the Doors
To unlock: Grab the driver’s door handle when the
vehicle is off to unlock the driver’s door. Grab the
front passenger’s door handle to unlock all doors.
To lock: Press the door lock button on either front
door handle or the tailgate when the vehicle is off.
If the remote transmitter is inside the vehicle, the
doors will not lock.
Door lock button
*if equipped
Walk Away Auto Lock*When you walk away from the vehicle while carrying the remote transmitter, the
doors and tailgate can automatically lock if the following conditions ar\
e met:
•  The remote transmitter is within a range of 6 feet (2 m).
•  All doors and the tailgate are closed.
•  There is not an additional remote transmitter inside the vehicle.
When you are within the range, the system is activated and a beep sounds\
. When
you go outside the range, the lights flash and a beep sounds again. Th\
e doors and
tailgate automatically lock.
To turn on this feature, follow the steps below:
1. From the HOME screen, select
Settings.
2. Select Vehicle.
3. Select Keyless Access Setup.
4. Select Walk Away Auto Lock.
5. Select Enable.
6. Select BACK to exit the menus.
Lock button
Tailgate Operation
When all the doors are unlocked, the tailgate is unlocked. See page 32 f\
or power
tailgate operation.
To open the tailgate, press the tailgate release button
under the tailgate handle. Lift open the tailgate.
To close the tailgate, grab the inner handle, pull the
tailgate down, and push it closed from the outside.
Tailgate releasebutton
Inner handle

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DRIVING
DRIVING
Refueling
Use the proper fuel and refueling procedure to ensure the best performan\
ce and
safety of your vehicle.
Fuel Information
Use of unleaded gasoline of 87 octane or higher is recommended.
•  Honda recommends TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline where available.
•  Do NOT use gasoline containing more than 15% ethanol.
•  Do NOT use gasoline containing methanol.
•  Do NOT use gasoline containing MMT.
We recommend quality gasoline containing detergent additives that help
prevent fuel system and engine deposits. In addition, in order to mainta\
in good
performance, fuel economy, and emissions control, we strongly recommend the
use of gasoline that does NOT contain harmful manganese-based fuel addit\
ives
such as MMT, if such gasoline is available.
NOTICE
How to Refuel
1. The fuel fill door is located at the left rear of the
vehicle. Park next to the service pump that is
most accessible.
2. Turn off the engine.
3. Press the fuel fill door release button on the
driver’s door. The fuel fill door opens.
4. Place the end of the filler nozzle on the lower part
of the filler opening, then insert it slowly and fully.
5. After filling, wait about 5 seconds before
removing the filler nozzle. Close the fuel fill door
by hand.
Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously
injured when handling fuel.
•  Stop the engine, and keep heat, sparks, and flame away.
•  Handle fuel only outdoors.
•  Wipe up spills immediately.
WARNING
Refueling from a Portable Fuel Container
If you need to refuel your vehicle from a portable fuel container, use the funnel
provided with your vehicle.
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Press the fuel fill door release button. The fuel fill
door opens.
3. Wrap a cloth around the built-in key. Put it into
the cover slot as shown in the image, and remove
the cover.
4. Remove the funnel from the cover.
5. Place the end of the funnel on the lower part of
filler opening, then insert it slowly and fully. Make
sure that the end of the funnel goes down along
with the filler pipe.
6. Fill the tank with fuel from the portable fuel
container. Pour fuel carefully so you do not spill
any.
7. Remove the funnel from the filler neck. Wipe up
any fuel from the funnel before storing it.
8. Shut the fuel fill door by hand.
Funnel
Cove r
Funnel
The fuel ller opening is designed to accept only service station \
ller nozzles for
refueling. Use of smaller diameter tubes (e.g., to siphon fuel for othe\
r uses) or
other non-service station devices can damage the area in and around the \
ller
opening.
Do not insert the nozzle of a portable fuel container or any funnel othe\
r than the
one provided with your vehicle. Doing so can damage the fuel system.
Do not try to pry open or push open the sealed fuel tank with foreign ob\
jects. This
can damage the fuel system and its seal.
NOTICE

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Learn about what to do in critical or emergency situations.
Smart Entry Remote Battery Strength
If the battery life in your remote transmitter is weak, a message appear\
s in the MID
with information on how to start the engine.
1. Touch the back of the remote transmitter to the
ENGINE START/STOP button while the indicator is
flashing.
2. With the brake pedal pressed, press the ENGINE
START/STOP button within 10 seconds.
Jump Starting
Turn off the power to electric devices, such as audio and lights. Turn off the engine,
then open the hood.
1. Remove the engine compartment cover (see page
146).
2. Remove the holding clips and the air intake duct.
3. Connect the first jumper cable to your vehicle’s
battery (+) terminal.
4. Connect the other end of the first jumper cable
to the booster battery (+) terminal. Use a 12-volt
booster battery only.
5. Connect the second jumper cable to the booster
battery (-) terminal.
6. Connect the other end of the second jumper cable
to the engine hanger as shown. Do not connect this
jumper cable to any other part.
7. If your vehicle is connected to another vehicle,
start the assisting vehicle’s engine and increase its
rpm slightly.
8. Attempt to start your vehicle’s engine. If it turns
over slowly, make sure that the jumper cables have
good metal-to-metal contact.
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead\

compounds. Wash your hands after handling.
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Clip
Air intake duct
Pin
Engine cover
Shift Lever Does Not Move*
Follow the procedure below if you cannot move the shift lever out of Par\
k (P).
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Remove the built-in key from the remote
transmitter.
3. Open the lid of the console compartment.
4. Wrap a cloth around the tip of a small flat-tip
screwdriver. Put it into the shift lock release slot as
shown in the image, and remove the cover.
5. Insert the key into the shift lock release slot.
6. While pushing the key down, press the shift lever
release button and place the shift lever into Neutral
(N). The lock is now released. Have the shift lever
checked by a dealer as soon as possible.
After the Engine Starts Once your vehicle’s engine has started, remove the jumper cables in the following
order:
1. Disconnect the jumper cable from the engine hanger.
2. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery’\
s (-)
terminal.
3. Disconnect the jumper cable from your vehicle’s (+) terminal.
4. Disconnect the other end of the jumper cable from the booster battery’\
s (+)
terminal.
5. Have your vehicle inspected by a nearby service station or a dealer.
Cover
Release
button
Shift lock
release slot
*if equipped
A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct procedure, seriou\
sly
injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away from the batt\
ery.
WARNING

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HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED
Interior Fuse Box Type A
Located under the dashboard.
Fuse label
Fuse box
Circuit ProtectedAmps1DR P/W20 A2DOOR LOCK20 A3SMART7.5 A4AS P/W20 A5FR ACC SOCKET20 A6FUEL PUMP20 A7ACG15 A8FRONT WIPER7.5 A
9ABS/VSA7.5 A10SRS10 A11REAR LEFT P/W20 A1213REAR RIGHT P/W20 A14FUEL LID20 A15DR P/SEAT (REC )(20 A)16REAR FOG(7.5 A)17FR SEAT HEATER(20 A)18INTR LT7.5 A
19 DR REAR DOOR UNLOCK 10 A
20 AS SIDE DOOR UNLOCK 10 A
21 DRL 7.5 A
22 KEY LOCK 7.5 A
23 A/C 7.5 A
24 IG1a FEED BACK 7.5 A
25 INST PANEL LIGHTS 7.5 A
*1: Models with auto idle stop
*2: Models without auto idle stop
26
LUMBAR SUPPORT (10 A)
27 PARKING LIGHTS 7.5 A
28 OPTION 10 A
29 BACK LT
7.5 A
METER 7.5 A
30 REAR WIPER 10 A
31 ST MOTOR
(7.5 A)
MISS SOL (7.5 A)
32 SRS 7.5 A
33 AS SIDE DOOR LOCK 10 A
34 DR DOOR LOCK 10 A
35 DR DOOR UNLOCK 10 A
36 DR P/SEAT (SLIDE )(20 A)
37 RIGHT H/L HI 10 A
38 LEFT H/L HI 10 A
39 IG1b FEED BACK 7.5 A
40 ACC 7.5 A
41 DR REAR DOOR LOCK 10 A
42
Circuit Protecte
d Amps
*1
*1
*2
*2
*2 IG1 SMART 7.5 A*1
Circuit Protected Amps
1 DR P/W 20 A
2 DOOR LOCK 20 A
3 SMART 7.5 A
4 AS P/W 20 A
5 FR ACC SOCKET 20 A
6 FUEL PUMP 20 A
7 ACG 15 A
8 FRONT WIPER 7.5 A
9 ABS/VSA 7.5 A
10 SRS 10 A
11 REAR LEFT P/W 20 A
12
13 REAR RIGHT P/W 20 A
14 FUEL LID 20 A
15 DR P/SEAT (REC )(20 A)
16 REAR FOG (7.5 A)
17 FR SEAT HEATER (20 A)
18 INTR LT 7.5 A19DR REAR DOOR UNLOCK10 A20AS SIDE DOOR UNLOCK10 A21DR L7.5 A22KEY LOCK7.5 A23A/C7.5 A24IG1a FEED BACK7.5 A25INST PANEL LIGHTS7.5 A
*1: Models with auto idle stop
*2: Models without auto idle stop
26LUMBAR SUPPORT(10 A)27PARKING LIGHTS7.5 A28OPTION10 A
29BACK LT7.5 AMETER7.5 A30REAR WIPER10 A
31ST MOTOR(7.5 A)MISS SOL(7.5 A)32SRS7.5 A33AS SIDE DOOR LOCK10 A34DR DOOR LOCK10 A35DR DOOR UNLOCK10 A36DR P/SEAT (SLIDE )(20 A)37RIGHT H/L HI10 A38LEFT H/L HI10 A39IG1b FEED BACK7.5 A40ACC7.5 A41DR REAR DOOR LOCK10 A42
Circuit Protecte dAmps
*1
*1
*2
*2
*2 IG1 SMART 7.5 A*1
Interior Fuse Box Type B*
Located under the dashboard.
Circuit ProtectedAmpsAMETER7.5 ABABS/VSA7.5 ACACG7.5 ADMICU7.5 AEAUDIO20 AFBACK UP10 AGACC7.5 AFuse label
Fuse box
*if equipped
Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Turn the vehicle off, including all lights and
accessories.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine compartment.
If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screws and replace
the fuse with a new one. Reinstall the screws.
4. Inspect the small fuses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
If there is a burned out fuse, remove it with the
fuse puller and replace it with a new one.
Replacing a fuse with one that has a higher rating greatly increases the\
chances of
damaging the electrical system.
NOTICE
Blown fuse
Fuse puller
Combined
fuse