2017 HONDA PILOT wipers

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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Controls
When you push the lever down to AUTO, the
windshield wipers sweep once, and go into
the automatic mode.
The wipers operate intermittently, at low
speed, or at high speed and stops in
accordance with the amount of rainfall the
rainfall sensor detects.
■Auto sensitivity adjustment
When the wiper function is set to AUTO, you
can adjust the sensitivity of the rain fall sensor
(using the adjustment ring) so that wipers will
operate in accordance with your preferene.
Sensor sensitivity
■Automatic Intermittent Wipers*1 Automatic Intermittent Wipers*
The rainfall sensor is in the location shown below.
NOTICE
AUTO should always be turned OFF before the
following situation in order to severe damage to the
wiper system:
•Cleaning the windshield•Driving through a car wash
•Driving when it is not raining.
Rainfall Sensor
Low sensitivity
High sensitivity
* Not available on all models
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Controls
The rear wiper and washer can be used when
the power mode is in ON.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT, ON)
Change the wiper switch setting according to
the amount of rain.
■Washer ( )
Sprays while you rotate the switch to this
position.
Hold it to activate the wiper and to spray the
washer. Once released, it stops operating
after a few more sweeps.
■Operating in reverse
When you select the transmission to
(R with the front wiper activated, the rear
wiper operates automatically as fo llows even if its switch is off.
■Rear Wiper/Washer1Wipers and Washers
If the wiper stops operating due to any obstacle such
as the build-up of snow, pa rk the vehicle in a safe
place.
Rotate the wipe r switch to OFF, and set the power
mode to ACCESSORY or VEHICLE OFF (LOCK), then
remove the obstacle.
INT : Intermittent
OFF ON : Continuous wipe
Washer
Front Wiper Op eration Rear Wiper Operation
IntermittentIntermittent
Low speed wipe
High speed wipe Continuous
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uuWhen Driving uRoad Departure Mitigation (RDM) System*
Driving
The system becomes ready to start sear ching for lane markings when all the
following conditions are met:
• The vehicle is traveling between about 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).
• The vehicle is on a straight or slightly curved road.
• The turn signals are off.
• The brake pedal is not depressed.
• The wipers are not in continuous operation.
• The vehicle is not accelera ting or braking, and the steering wheel is not being
turned.
• The system makes a determination that th e driver is not actively accelerating,
braking or steering.
■How the System Activates1 How the System Activates
The RDM system may automa tically shut off and the
indicator comes and stays on.
2 Indicators P. 91
RDM system function can be impacted when the
vehicle is:
•Not driven within a traffic lane.
•Driven on the inside edge of a curve, or outside of
a lane.
•Driven in a narrow lane.
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uuWhen Driving uLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
Driving
The system can be used when th e following conditions are met.
• The lane in which you are driving has detectable lane markers on both sides, and
your vehicle is in the center of the lane.
• The vehicle speed is between about 45 and 90 mph (72 and 145 km/h).
• You are driving on a straight or slightly curved road.
• The turn signals are off.
• The brake pedal is not depressed.
• The wipers are not in continuous operation.
■How to activate the system
1.Press the MAIN button.
u The ACC and LKAS indicators come on.
The system is ready to use.
2. Press the LKAS button.
u Lane outlines appear on the MID.
The system is activated.
■When the System can be Used1Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
You can read about handling information for the
camera equipped with this system.
2 Front Sensor Camera
* P. 500
If the vehicle drifts toward ei ther left or right lane line
due to the system applying torque, turn off the LKAS
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
MAIN Button
LKAS Button
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uLane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)*
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Driving
■The system operation is suspended if
you:
• Set the wipers to continuous operation.
u Turning the wipers off resumes the
LKAS.
• Decrease the vehicle speed to about 40
mph (64 km/h) or less.
u Increasing the vehicle speed to about 45
mph (72 km/h) or more resumes the
LKAS.
• Depress the brake pedal.
u The LKAS resumes and starts detecting
the lane lines again once you release the
brake pedal.
• Set the wiper switch to AUTO and the
wipers operate continuously.
u The LKAS resumes when the wipers stop
or operate intermittently.
When the LKAS is suspended,
the lane lines on the MID
change to contour lines, and
the beeper sounds.
Models with automatic intermittent wipers
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uOpening the Hood
Maintenance
Opening the Hood
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface, and set
the parking brake.
2. Pull the hood release handle under the
lower left corner of the dashboard.
u The hood will pop up slightly.
3. Pull up the hood latch lever (located under
the front edge of the hood to the center)
and raise the hood. On ce you have raised
the food slightly, you can release the lever.
4. Remove the support rod from the clamp
using the grip. Mount the support rod in
the hood.
When closing, remove the support rod, and
stow it in the clamp, then gently lower the
hood. Remove your hand at a height of
approximately 12 inches (30 cm) and let the
hood close.1 Opening the Hood
NOTICE
Do not open the hood when the wiper arms are
raised.
The hood will strike the wipers, and may damage
either the hood or the wipers.
When closing the hood, check that the hood is
securely latched.
If the hood latch lever moves stiffly, or if you can
open the hood without lifti ng the lever, the latch
mechanism should be cleaned and lubricated.
Do not open the hood while the Auto Idle-stop
function is activated.
Models with Auto Idle-stop
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
Support RodGrip
Clamp
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
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Maintenance
Exterior Care
Dust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehi cle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.
Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:
• If driving on roads with road salt.
• If driving in coastal areas.
• If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.
• Fold in the door mirrors.
• Turn off the automatic intermittent wipers
*.
Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.
If you use a conveyor type automati c car wash, keep the transmission in
(N position.
2If you want to keep the transmission in (N position [car wash mode] P. 485
•Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body.
• Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.
• Do not spray high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.
■Washing the Vehicle
■Using an Automated Car Wash
■Using High Pressure Cleaners
1Washing the Vehicle
Do not spray water into the air intake vents. It can
cause a malfunction.
Do not spray water onto the capless unit when the
fuel fill door is open. It ca n cause damage to the fuel
system or engine.
Air Intake Vents
Automatic transmission models with electronic gear selector
* Not available on all models
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Index
USB Port .................................................. 219
Voice Operation....................................... 263
Wallpaper Setup .............................. 227, 248
Wi-Fi Connection ..................................... 300
Audio/Information Screen ................ 225, 243
Authorized Manuals ................................. 661
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 134
Customize ............................................... 376
Auto High-Beam System .......................... 160
Auto high-beam system Indicator ............. 87
Auto Idle-stop ........................................... 489
OFF Button .............................................. 490
Auto Idle-stop Indicator (Green) ............... 90
Auto Idle-stop System Indicator (Amber) .. 90
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 165
Automatic Lighting .................................. 157
Automatic Transmission ........................... 478
Creeping ................................................. 478
Fluid ........................................................ 585
Kickdown ................................................ 478
Operating the Shift Button....................... 483
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 632
Shift Lever Operation ............................... 480
Shifting............................................ 479, 481
Auxiliary Input Jack .................................. 220
Average Fuel Economy ............................. 116B
Back-Up Light........................................... 592
Battery ...................................................... 606
Charging System Indicator................. 79, 638
Jump Starting .......................................... 633
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 606
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 37
Beverage Holders ..................................... 194
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........ 530
Indicator.................................................... 94
Bluetooth® Audio............................. 239, 293
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®............. 390, 415
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment System ..................................................... 322
Audio Sources for Front and Rear Seats ... 343
Auxiliary Console Panel ........................... 323
DVD or Blu-ray
TM Player Error Messages ... 350
Front Control Panel Operation ................. 336
HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 324
Initial Settings.......................................... 334
Operating the Blu-ray/DVD rear entertainment system ............................ 336
Operating the System .............................. 325
Overhead Screen ..................................... 325
Playable Disc Region Codes ..................... 348
Playable Disc Types .................................. 348
Playable Discs .......................................... 344
Playing a Disc in the Rear......................... 342
Playing a DVD/Blu-ray
TM........................... 326
Playing AM/FM Radio in the Rear............. 341 Playing an iPod and a USB Flash Drive in
the Rear ................................................ 342
Playing Audio.......................................... 340
Playing SiriusXM ® Radio in the Rear ........ 341
Rear DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu ................... 327
Rear System Setup .................................. 337
Recommended Discs ............................... 349
Screen and Surround Settings ................. 330
Selecting the Audio S ource using Front
Control Panel ........................................ 336
Setting the DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu ......... 338
System Controls .............................. 326, 340
USB Ports ................................................ 324
Wireless Headphones .............................. 322
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 73
Brake System ............................................ 539
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 541
Brake Assist System................................. 542
Brake System Indicator .............................. 78
Fluid ....................................................... 586
Foot Brake .............................................. 540
Indicator ........................................... 78, 640
Parking Brake.......................................... 539
Brake System (Amber) Indicator ................................................... 78
Brake System (Red) Indicator ........................................... 78, 640
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 167
Bulb Replacement .................................... 587
Back-Up Light ......................................... 592
Brake Light and Turn Signal Light ............ 591
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