2016 HONDA PILOT charging

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INSTRUMENT PANELINSTRUMENT PANEL
Learn about the indicators and displays related to driving the vehicle.
Indicators briefly appear with each engine start and then go out. Red \
and amber
indicators are most critical. Blue and green indicators are used for gen\
eral
information.
Malfunction Indicators
These are the most critical indicators. If they come on and stay lit whi\
le driving or at
any other time, there may be a problem. See your dealer if necessary.
Brake system
The brake fluid is low, or the brake system has a problem. Press the brake
pedal lightly to check pedal pressure. If normal, check the brake flui\
d level
when you stop. If abnormal, take immediate action. If necessary, downshift
the transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking. Have your vehicle
repaired immediately.
Low oil pressure
Engine oil pressure is low. Stop in a safe place. Open the hood. Check the oil
level, and add oil if necessary (see page 148). If the indicator does \
not turn
off, have your vehicle repaired immediately.
Charging system
The battery is not charging. Turn off all electrical items, but do not turn off
the vehicle to prevent further battery discharge. Have your vehicle repa\
ired
immediately.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
There is a problem with one of the airbag systems or seat belt tensioner\
s.
Smart Entry system*
There is a problem with the smart entry system.
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
There is a problem with the system.
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Canada
U.S.
*if equipped
Malfunction indicator lamp (check engine light)
The emissions control system may have a problem. Avoid high speeds. Have
your vehicle repaired immediately. If the indicator blinks, a misfire in the
engine’s cylinders is detected. Stop in a safe place, and wait for the engine
to cool down.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
There is a problem with the anti-lock brake system. Your vehicle still has
normal braking ability, but no anti-lock function.
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)*
There is a problem with the tire pressure monitoring system, or the vehi\
cle is
fitted with a spare tire.
Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA
®) system
There is a problem with the VSA or hill start assist system.
Brake system
There is a problem with one of the braking systems.
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)*
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the \
camera or sensor is blocked.
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM)*
There is a problem with the system, the temperature is too high, or the \
camera is blocked.
Blind spot information (BSI)*
There is a problem with the system, or the radar is blocked.
Electric power steering
There is a problem with the system. Stop the vehicle in a safe place, an\
d
restart the engine.
All-Wheel Drive (AWD)*
There is a problem with the system. If the indicator blinks, the differe\
ntial
temperature is too high. Stop in a safe place, and let the engine idle u\
ntil the
indicator goes off.
Auto idle stop*
If the indicator blinks, there is a problem with the system.
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*
There is a problem with the system.
Ca nada
U.S.SYSTEM
*if equipped

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AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Basic Audio Operation
Connect audio devices and operate buttons and displays for the audio sys\
tem.
USB Port
Connect a USB flash drive or other audio device, such as an iPod
® or iPhone®.
Install the flash drive or cable connector to the USB port.
Models with color audio system
The USB port is located inside the center console
and is for playing audio and/or charging devices.
Models with touchscreen
There are two USB ports in the front console: the
left port is for playing audio; the right port is for
playing audio and/or charging devices.
An additional port* is located inside the center
console. It can be used for playing audio and/or
charging devices.
There are additional ports* on the back of the
center console that can be used for charging only.
iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Apple, Inc. State or local laws may prohibit the operation
of handheld electronic devices while operating a vehicle.
*if equipped
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
Learn how to operate the vehicle’s audio system.
USB audio play
and/or charging
USB audio
play
*if equipped
Accessory Power Socket Open the socket cover to use power when the
vehicle is on.
Power sockets are located in the front console,
inside the center console, and the rear cargo area*.
Do not insert an automotive type cigarette lighter element. This can ove\
rheat the
power socket.
NOTICE
AC Power Outlet*The outlet can supply power for appliances up to
115 volts that are rated 150 watts or less when the
engine is running.
1. Open the socket cover on the back of the center
console.
2. Slightly plug in the socket, turn it 90 degrees
clockwise, then push it in all the way.
Do not use the AC power outlet for electric appliances that require high\
initial
peak wattage, such as cathode-ray tube type televisions, refrigerators, \
electric
pumps, etc. It is not suitable for devices that process precise data, su\
ch as
medical equipment, and that require an extremely stable power supply, such as
microcomputer-controlled electric blankets, touch sensor lamps, etc.
NOTICE
Auxiliary Input JackConnect standard audio devices with a 1/8-inch
(3.5 mm) stereo miniplug.
1. Open the AUX cover.
2. Insert the miniplug attached to the audio device
into the jack. The audio system switches to
AUX mode. Use the device to control the audio.

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INDEX
VOICE COMMAND INDEX
Audio Commands*
The system accepts these commands on most screens. Audio volume levels
cannot be controlled using voice commands.
FM/AM Radio Commands
•  Audio on**
•  Audio off**
•  Radio FM
•  Radio AM
•  Radio tune to # FM (#: frequency,
e.g., 95.5)
•  Radio tune to # AM (#: frequency,
e.g., 1020)
•  Radio FM preset # (#: 1 to 12)
•  Radio AM preset # (#: 1 to 6)
SiriusXM
® Radio Commands
•  Radio SXM
•  SXM channel # (#: 0 to 255)
•  SXM channel (channel name)
•  Radio SXM preset # (#: 1 to 12) Disc (CD) Commands
•  Disc
•  Disc play
•  Disc play track # (#: 1 to 30)
USB Commands
•  USB
•  USB play
•  USB play track # (#: 1 to 30)
Pandora
® Commands (U.S. only)
•  Pandora
•  Pandora play iPod
® Commands
•  iPod
•  iPod play
•  iPod play track # (#: 1-30)
Bluetooth
® Audio Commands
•  Bluetooth audio play
(may not work on all phones)
AUX Commands
•  Aux audio play
•  Music search
•  List album (specify album)
•  List artist (specify artist)
•  List composer (specify composer)
•  List genre (specify genre)
•  List playlist (specify playlist)
•  Play album (specify album)
•  Play artist (specify artist)
•  Play composer (specify composer) • 
Play genre (specify genre)
•  Play playlist (specify playlist)
•  Play song (specify song)
•  What/Who am I listening to?
•  Who is this?
•  What’s playing?
•  Who’s playing?
•  What album is this?
Song By Voice™ Commands
Available for tracks stored on an iPod
® or USB device.
*models with navigation
**These commands toggle the function on and off, so the command may not match your intended action.
INDEX
ABS .............................................................25ACC .......................................................25, 27
Accessory Power Socket ...............................59
AC Power Outlet .........................................59, 79
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .........25, 27, 115Address .............................................................93
Aha™ Radio ......................................................70Airbags ...............................................................9
Advanced Airbags .........................................9
Airbag Care ...................................................14
Airbag System Components .......................13
Airbag System Indicators ...........................11
Front Airbags (SRS) .......................................9
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator .................12
Side Airbags ..................................................10
Side Curtain Airbags ....................................10
SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Indicator ............................................. 11
Air Conditioning System ..................................52
All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
...................................25
Ambient Meter ................................................ 113
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
..............25, 111Apps .............................................................68
Audio Commands ...........................................165
Audio Operation ...............................................58
Accessory Power Socket ...........................59
AC Power Outlet ...........................................59
Aha™ Radio ..................................................70
Auxiliary Input Jack .....................................59
Bluetooth® Audio ...................................66, 76
Color Audio System .....................................62
Compact Disc (CD) .......................................73DVD .............................................................78
FM/AM Radio ..........................................63, 71
HondaLink® ...................................................69
iPod® .......................................................64, 74
Pandora® .......................................................77
Rear Entertainment System ........................78
SiriusXM® Radio ...........................................72Sound .............................................................61
SOURCE button .............................................60
Steering Wheel Controls .............................60
Touchscreen Operation ..............................67
USB Flash Drive ......................................65, 75
USB Port ........................................................58
Wi-Fi Connection ..........................................70
Wireless Headphones .................................79
AUTO button ...................................................... 53
Auto High Beam System
...........................27, 39
Auto idle stop ......................................25, 27, 112
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...........50
Automatic Rain-Sensing Wipers ...................41
Auto park mode ..............................................109 AUX Commands
.............................................. 166
Auxiliary input
.............................................59, 79AWD .............................................................25Battery ...........................................................150
Blind spot information (BSI) .............25, 27, 122
Bluetooth® Audio .......................................66, 76
Bluetooth® Audio Commands ......................166
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® (HFL) .................81E-Mail .............................................................89
HFL Controls ............................................81, 84
HondaLink® Assist .......................................88
Making a Call ..........................................83, 87
Pairing a Phone ......................................82, 86
Phonebook ..............................................83, 87
Siri Eyes Free ................................................90
SMS Text Messaging ..................................89
Speed Dial ...............................................83, 88
Talk Button Tips ............................................85
Brake Assist System ...................................... 111
Brake Fluid
......................................................150
Brake system ..............................................24, 25Braking ...........................................................111
Brightness Control ...........................................37
Carbon Monoxide Gas .......................................4
Cargo Area Lights
............................................38
Car wash mode ............................................... 109
Changing a Flat Tire
.......................................134
Changing Settings ............................................56
Charging system ............................................... 24
Childproof Door Locks
.....................................33
Child Safety .......................................................15
Childproof Door Locks .................................33
Selecting a Child Seat .................................17
Child Seat ..........................................................17
Adding Security with a Tether ...................21
Installing a LATCH-Compatible Child Seat..................................................... 18
Selecting a Child Seat
.................................17
Climate Control Commands ..........................165
Climate Control System ...................................53Clock .............................................................57
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
.............................25, 27, 120
Color Audio System .........................................62
Compact Disc (CD) ...........................................73
Compact Disc (CD) Commands ....................166
Contact Us .......................................................163
Cross Traffic Monitor .....................................123
Cruise Control ...........................................27, 114
Customer Information ....................................162
Customized Features
.......................................56
Dashboard and Ceiling Controls ......................2
Destination ........................................................93