Honda Automobile Customer Service
Your authorized Honda dealer should be able to answer any questions you h\
ave
about your vehicle. However, if you are dissatisfied with the information you receive,
you can call Honda Automobile Customer Service (see page 163).
Honda Roadside Assistance
24-hour emergency road service is available to you in the United States \
and Canada
throughout your 3-year/36,000-mile warranty term. Services include jump starting,
flat tire and lockout assistance, towing, and more (limitations apply\
). This Owner’s Guide is intended to help you quickly get acquainted with your
2016 Honda Pilot. It provides basic information and instructions on technology and
convenience features, as well as emergency procedures and how to get ass\
istance.
This guide is for vehicles sold in the United States and Canada. It cove\
rs all models,
so you may find descriptions of features and equipment that are not in\
your vehicle.
Images throughout this guide are from U.S. vehicles and represent featur\
es and
equipment that are available on some, but not all, models.
This guide is not intended to be a substitute for the Owner’s Manual. The Owner
Information CD enclosed in your glove box kit includes the Owner’s Manual,
Navigation Manual, and vehicle and tire warranties in electronic format.\
This
information can be viewed on a computer (PC or Mac platform) and saved or printed
for your reference. You can also visit owners.honda.com (U.S.) or myhonda.ca
(Canada) to view the complete and most current information.
If you are the first registered owner of your vehicle, you may request\
a complimentary
printed copy of the Owner’s Manual, Navigation Manual, or Vehicle Warranty within
the first six months of vehicle purchase. To request a copy, visit owners.honda.com
and create or log in to your account. In Canada, please request a copy f\
rom your
Honda dealer.
American Honda Motor Company strives to be proactive in protecting our
environment and natural resources. By using electronic delivery for a co\
nsiderable
portion of the information typically found in a vehicle owner’s manual, we are further
reducing our impact on the environment.
INTRODUCTIONTABLE OF CONTENTS
Call (800) 999-1009 (U.S.) or (888) 946-6329 (Canada)
Call (866) 864-5211 (U.S) or (800) 465-7587 (Canada)
VISUAL INDEX .......................................1
Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls ...1
Dashboard and Ceiling Controls
........2
SAFETY INFORMATION
........................3
Important Safety Information
..............3
Seat Belts
...............................................5
Airbags
....................................................9
Child Safety
..........................................15
Safety Label Locations
.......................23
Reporting Safety Defects
...................23
INSTRUMENT PANEL
.........................24
Malfunction Indicators
......................24
Condition Indicators
...........................26
On/Off Indicators
.................................27
Multi-Information Display (MID)
......28
VEHICLE CONTROLS
...........................29
Using the Remote Transmitter
..........29
Smart Entry System*
...........................30
Tailgate Operation
..............................31
Power Tailgate Operation*
...............32
Door Operation
....................................33
Power Window Operation
................34
Power Moonroof Operation*
...........35
Panoramic Glass Roof*
.....................36
Interior and Exterior Lights
...............37
One-Touch Turn Signal
.......................38
Auto High Beam System*
..................39
Wiper Operation
..................................40
Adjusting the Seats
............................42
Rear Seats
...........................................46
Driving Position Memory System*
...49
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
..........49
Adjusting the Mirrors
.........................50
HomeLink
® Garage Opener* .............51 Air Conditioning System*
.................52
Climate Control System*
..................53
Seat Heaters*
......................................55
Customized Features
..........................56
Setting the Clock
.................................57
AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY
.............58
Basic Audio Operation
.......................58
Models with color audio system
Color Audio System
............................62
FM/AM Radio
.......................................63
iPod
®...................................................... 64
USB Flash Drive
..................................65
Bluetooth
® Audio ................................66
Models with touchscreen
Touchscreen Operation
.....................67
HondaLink
® ..........................................69
Wi-Fi Connection
................................70
Aha™ Radio
.........................................70
FM/AM Radio
......................................71
SiriusXM
® Radio* ...............................72
Compact Disc (CD)*
...........................73
iPod
®...................................................... 74
USB Flash Drive
..................................75
Bluetooth
® Audio ................................76
Pandora
® ..............................................77
Rear Entertainment System (RES)*
...78
BLUETOOTH
® HANDSFREELINK® ....81
Models with color audio system
Basic HFL Operation
...........................81
Pairing a Phone
...................................82
Making a Call
......................................83
Models with touchscreen
Basic HFL Operation
...........................84
Pairing a Phone
...................................86
*if equipped
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SAFETYVISUAL INDEX
Dashboard and Ceiling Controls
1 Color audio system* p. 62
Touchscreen* p. 67
Navigation system* p. 91
2 Rearview mirror p. 50
3 Hazard warning button
4 Climate control system p. 53
5 Seat heater/ventilation buttons*
p. 55
6 USB port p. 58
Accessory power socket p. 59
7 Rear entertainment system* p. 78
8 Hood release handle p. 145
9 Fuel fill door button p. 126
Power tailgate button* p. 32
10 Parking brake p. 111
11 Power window switches p. 34
Door lock switches p. 33
12 Shifting p. 108
Intelligent Traction Management
button* p. 112
Auto idle stop OFF button* p. 112
13 Driving Position Memory System*
p. 49
14 (inside center console)
USB port p. 58
Accessory power socket p. 59
Auxiliary input jack p. 59
*if equipped
Your safety—and the safety of others—is very important and operatin\
g this vehicle
safely is an important responsibility. While we strive to help you make informed
decisions about safety, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or maintaining your vehicle. Therefore\
, you must
use your own good judgment.
Important Safety Information
This guide explains many of your vehicle’s safety features and how to use them.
Please read this information carefully. Following the instructions below will also help
to keep you and your passengers safe.
Important Safety Precautions
• Always wear your seat belt.
• Secure all children in the proper restraint system.
• Be aware of airbag hazards.
• Don’t drink and drive.
• Pay appropriate attention to the task of driving safely.
• Control your speed.
• Keep your vehicle in safe condition.
Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you fr\
om paying
close attention to the road, other vehicles, and pedestrians could lead \
to a crash.
Remember, situations can change quickly, and only you can decide when it is safe
to divert some attention away from driving.
Important Handling Information Your vehicle has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designe\
d for
use only on pavement. Higher ground clearance has many advantages for of\
f-
highway driving. It allows you to travel over bumps, obstacles, and roug\
h terrain.
It also provides good visibility so you can anticipate problems earlier.
These advantages come at some cost. Because your vehicle is taller and r\
ides
higher off the ground, it has a higher center gravity making it more sus\
ceptible to
tipping or roll over if you make abrupt turns. Utility vehicles have a s\
ignificantly
higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, \
an unbelted
person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a sea\
t belt. As a
reminder, make sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts.
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SAFETYSAFETY
Carbon Monoxide Gas
The engine exhaust from this vehicle contains carbon monoxide, a colorle\
ss,
odorless, and highly toxic gas. As long as you properly maintain your ve\
hicle and
follow the instructions set forth below, you will not accumulate dangerous levels
of carbon monoxide gas in the vehicle interior.
Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks whenever:
• The exhaust system is making an unusual noise.
• The exhaust system may have been damaged.
• The vehicle is raised for an oil change.
When you operate a vehicle with the tailgate open, airflow can pull ex\
haust gas
into the interior and create a hazardous condition. If you must drive wi\
th the
tailgate open, open all the windows and set the climate control system a\
s shown
below.
1. Select the fresh air mode.
2. Select the mode.
3. Set the fan speed to high.
4. Set the temperature control to a comfortable setting.
Adjust the climate control system in the same manner if you sit in your \
parked
vehicle with the engine running.
Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and\
even kill you.
Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide\
.
WARNING
An enclosed area such as a garage can quickly fill up with carbon mono\
xide gas.
Do not run the engine with the garage door closed. Even when the garage \
door is
open, drive out of the garage immediately after starting the engine.
Safety Messages When you see the following messages throughout this guide, pay close att\
ention.
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow
instructions.
You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
This information is intended to help you avoid damage to your
vehicle, other property , or the environment.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
Seat Belts
A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions. Airbags \
are designed to
supplement seat belts, not replace them. So even though your vehicle is \
equipped
with airbags, make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts and
wear them properly.
Lap/Shoulder Seat Belts
All seven or eight seating positions are equipped with lap/shoulder seat\
belts with
emergency locking retractors. In normal driving, the retractor lets you \
move freely
while keeping some tension on the belt. During a collision or sudden sto\
p, the
retractor locks to restrain your body. The second- and third-row passenger’s seat
belts also have a lockable retractor for use with child seats.
The front seats are equipped with automatic seat belt tensioners to enha\
nce
safety. The tensioners automatically tighten the front seat belts during a mod\
erate
to severe frontal collision, sometimes even if the collision is not seve\
re enough to
inflate the front airbags.
Proper Use of Seat BeltsFollow these guidelines for proper use:
• All occupants should sit upright, well back in the seat, and remain in t\
hat
position for the duration of the trip. Slouching and leaning reduces the\
effectiveness of the belt and can increase the chance of serious injury \
in a
crash.
• Never place the shoulder part of a lap/shoulder seat belt under your arm\
or
behind your back. This could cause very serious injuries in a crash.
• Two people should never use the same seat belt. If they do, they could be\
very
seriously injured in a crash.
• Do not put any accessories on the seat belts. Devices intended to improv\
e
comfort or reposition the shoulder part of a seat belt can reduce the pr\
otective
capability and increase the chance of serious injury in a crash.
• Regularly check the condition of your seat belts. Check for frays, cuts,\
burns,
and wear, and that the latches work smoothly and the belts retract easily.
• No one should sit in a seat with an inoperative seat belt or one that do\
es not
appear to be working correctly. Using a seat belt that is not working properly
may not protect the occupant in a crash. Have a dealer check the belt as\
soon
as possible.
Not wearing a seat belt properly increases the chance of a serious injur\
y or
death in a crash, even though your vehicle has airbags.
Be sure you and your passengers always wear seat belts and wear them
properly.
WARNING
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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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VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS
Power Tailgate Operation*
Use these methods to operate the power tailgate.
Power Tailgate Button
The vehicle must be in Park (P) with all doors
unlocked.
Press and hold the power tailgate button on the door
to open the tailgate. Press it again at any time to close
it.
Tailgate Release ButtonPress the tailgate release button. A beep sounds,
and the tailgate opens and lifts automatically.
If there is not enough clearance for the power
tailgate to fully open, press and hold the tailgate
release button. A beep sounds, followed by two
beeps. The tailgate unlatches, and you can open it
manually.
Power Tailgate Close ButtonPress the power tailgate close button to
automatically close the tailgate. Press it again at
any time to reverse the tailgate direction.
Closing the power tailgate while anyone is in the path of the tailgate c\
an
cause serious injury.
Make sure everyone is clear before closing the tailgate.
WARNING
Do not push or pull on the power tailgate when it is being automatically\
opened
or closed. Forcibly opening or closing the power tailgate while in opera\
tion can
deform the tailgate frame.
NOTICE
*if equipped
Door Operation
Use several methods to lock or unlock the doors.
Using the Lock TabTo unlock: When you unlock either front door
using the lock tab, the specific door (driver’s or
passenger’s) unlocks.
To lock: When you lock the door using the lock tab
on the driver’s door, all the other doors and tailgate
lock at the same time. When you lock the door using
the lock tab on the front passenger’s door, only that
door locks.
Using the Front Door Inner HandleWhen you pull either front door inner handle, the
door unlocks and opens.
Unlocking and opening the driver’s door from the
inner handle unlocks all the other doors.
Using the Master Door Lock SwitchTo unlock: Press the unlock side of the switch to
unlock all doors and the tailgate.
To lock: Press the lock side of the switch to lock all
doors and the tailgate.
Childproof Door LocksThe childproof door locks prevent the rear doors
from being opened from the inside regardless of the
position of the lock tab.
Slide the lever in the rear door to the lock position,
and close the door.
Open the door using the outer door handle.
To lockLock tab
To lock
To unlock
Master door lock switch
LockUnlock
To unlock
Tailgate releasebutton
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VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS
Power Window Operation
The power windows can be opened and closed when the vehicle is on by usi\
ng the
switches on the doors. The switches on the driver’s side can be used to open and
close all the windows.
Automatic Operation
To open: Push the switch down firmly.
To close: Pull the switch up firmly.
The window opens or closes completely. To stop
the window at any time, push or pull the switch
again briefly.
Manual OperationTo open: Push the switch down lightly.
To close: Pull the switch up lightly.
Release the switch when the windows reach
the desired position.
Power Window LockPush in the power window lock button so only the driver’s window can be
operated. An indicator appears in the button when window lock is on.
Closing a power window on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious
injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from the windows before closing them.
WARNING
OffPower window
lock button
Driver’s
window
switch Front passenger’s
window switchOn
Rear window
switches
Power Moonroof Operation*
The moonroof can be opened and closed when the vehicle is on by using th\
e switch
on the ceiling.
Automatic Operation To open: Push the switch back firmly to the second
detent, then release.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly to the
second detent, then release.
The moonroof opens or closes completely. To stop
the moonroof at any time, push the switch briefly.
Manual OperationTo open: Push and hold the switch back lightly to the
first detent until the desired position is reached.
To close: Push and hold the switch forward lightly to
the first detent until the desired position is reached.
Moonroof TiltTo tilt: Push the center of the switch.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly, then release.
Closing the moonroof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from the moonroof before closing it.
WARNING
Opening the moonroof in below freezing temperatures or when it is covere\
d with
snow or ice can damage the moonroof panel or motor.
NOTICE
Models without
panoramic roof
Close
Open
Tilt
*if equipped
Models wit h
panoramic roof
Close
Open
Tilt
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VEHICLE CONTROLSVEHICLE CONTROLS
Panoramic Glass Roof*
The ceiling cover in the second row can be opened and closed to reveal t\
he glass
roof when the vehicle is on by using the switch on the ceiling.
Automatic Operation
To open: Push the switch back firmly, then release.
To close: Push the switch forward firmly, then
release.
The cover opens completely. To stop the cover in
either direction, push the switch briefly.
Manual OperationTo open: Push and hold the switch back lightly until the desired position is
reached.
To close: Push and hold the switch forward lightly until the desired position is
reached.
Closing the roof on someone’s hands or fingers can cause serious injury.
Make sure your passengers are away from the roof before closing it.
WARNING
Close
Open
*if equipped
Interior and Exterior Lights
Operate interior and exterior lights when the vehicle is on or off.
Brightness ControlAdjust instrument panel brightness when the
vehicle is on.
To brighten: Press the + button.
To dim: Press the - button.
A beep sounds when the brightness reaches
minimum or maximum.
Interior LightsChange the interior light settings using the switch
on the ceiling.
ON position: Interior lights remain on.
Door-activated position: Interior lights come on
when any of the doors are opened, the driver’s door
is unlocked, or the vehicle is turned off.
OFF position: Interior lights remain off.
Map LightsPress the front map lights to turn on or off.
There are also map lights located on the ceiling for
the second- and third-row seats. Turn them on or
off when the front interior light switch is in the door-
activated position.
Models without
panoramic roof
On
Off
Door-activated position
Models without
panoramic roof
Models wit
h
panoramic roof
+ button
- button
Models with
panoramic roof
OnOff Door-activated position