2018 HONDA PILOT remote

uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
490
Driving
■To stop the engine
Press and hold the button
for one second.
1Remote Engine Start*
•The hood is open, or any door or the tailgate is
unlocked.
•You have already used the remote twice to start
the engine.
•Another registered smart entry remote is in the
vehicle.
•There is any antenna failure.•Door is unlocked with the built-in key.
•The engine oil pressure is low.
•The engine coolant temper ature is extremely high.
•The telematics unit malfunctions.•The security system alarm is not set.
The engine may stop whil e it is running if:
•You do not start the vehicl e within 10 minutes of
starting the engine with the smart entry remote.
•The engine is stopped by using the smart entry
remote.
•There is any antenna failure.
•The security system alarm is not set.•Door is unlocked with the built-in key.
•The hood is open, or any door, or the tailgate is
unlocked.
•Any door is open.
•The telematics unit malfunction.
•The engine coolant temper ature is extremely high.•The battery is low.
* Not available on all models
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Continued491
uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
Driving
1Remote Engine Start*
•The engine oil pressure is low.•The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) comes on if
there is a problem with the emissions control
systems.
•You press the shift lever release button.
•The transmission is in a position other than (P.
While the engine is running, the vehicle will
automatically preconditi on inside the vehicle.
When it is warm outside:
•The climate control system is activated in
recirculation mode.
•The seat ventilat ion is activated*.
When it is cold outside:
•The defroster is activated at a moderately warm
temperature.
•The rear defogger and door mirror heaters are
activated*.
•The seat heaters and heated steering wheel are
activated*.
2 Heated Steering Wheel* P. 204
2 Front Seat Heaters and Seat
Ventilation
* P. 206, 207
Models with shift lever
Models with electronic gear selector
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uStarting the Engine
492
Driving
1. Depress the brake pedal and press the ENGINE START/STOP button
simultaneously.
2. Keeping your right foot on the brake peda l, release the parking brake. Check that
the parking brake indicator has gone off.
2 Parking Brake P. 555
3.Change the gear position to (D. Select (R when reversing.
4. Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the accelerator pedal to pull
away.
■Hill start assist system
Hill start assist keeps the brake engaged br iefly to help prevent the vehicle from
rolling on inclines as you move your fo ot from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
Change the gear position to
(D, *, (S*, or (L* when facing uphill, or (R when
facing downhill, then release the brake pedal.
The brakes remain engaged briefly as you release the brake pedal.
■Starting to Drive1 Starting to Drive
The engine stops when the gear position is changed
from
( P before the ENGINE START/STOP button is
pressed. Follow the step 1 when starting to drive.
When the engine was started using the smart entry
remote*When the engine was started using the smart entry remote*
When the engine was started in any case
D4
1 Hill start assist system
Hill start assist may not prevent the vehicle from
rolling downhill on a very steep or slippe ry slope, and
will not operate on small inclines.
Hill start assist is not a replacement for the parking
brake.
* Not available on all models
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583
Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 584
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..585
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 586
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 587
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 591
Opening the Hood ........................... 592
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 593
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 594
Oil Check ......................................... 595
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 596
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ...597 Engine Coolant ................................ 599
Transmission Fluid ............................ 601
Brake Fluid ....................................... 602
Refilling Window Washer Fluid......... 602
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 603Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades... 609Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 613
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 614
Tire Labeling .................................... 614
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles).. 616Wear Indicators................................ 618
Tire Service Life ................................ 618 Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 619
Tire Rotation .................................... 620
Winter Tires ..................................... 621
Battery ............................................... 622
Remote Transmitter Care ................. 624
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care
*........................... 625Heating and Cooling System*/Climate
Control System* Maintenance............. 627Cleaning Interior Care .................................... 629
Exterior Care.................................... 631
Accessories and Modifications ........ 634
* Not available on all models
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624
Maintenance
Remote Transmitter Care
Replacing the Button Battery
If the indicator does not come on when the button is pressed, replace the battery.
1. Remove the built-in key.
2. Remove the upper half of the cover by
carefully prying on the edge with a coin.
u Remove carefully to avoid losing the
buttons.
u Wrap a coin with a cloth to prevent
scratching the transmitter.
3. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.1 Replacing the Button Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.
3WARNING
CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD
The battery that powers the remote
transmitter can cause severe internal burns
and can even lead to death if swallowed.
Keep new and used batteries away from
children.
If you suspect that a child has swallowed
the battery, seek medical attention
immediately.
Battery type: CR2032
Battery
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625Continued
Maintenance
Remote Control and Wireless Headphone Care*
Replacing the Battery
If it takes several pushes on the remo te control buttons to operate the rear
entertainment system, replace the battery.
1.Remove the cover.
2. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
■Remote Control
Models with Rear Entertainment System
1Replacing the Battery
NOTICE
An improperly disposed of battery can damage the
environment. Always conf irm local regulations for
battery disposal.
Replacement batteries are commercially available or
at a dealer.
3WARNING
CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD
The battery that powers the remote control
can cause severe internal burns and can
even lead to death if swallowed.
Keep new and used batteries away from
children.
If you suspect that a child has swallowed
the battery, seek medical attention
immediately.
Battery type: BR3032
* Not available on all models
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626
uuRemote Control and Wireless Headphone Care*uReplacing the Battery
Maintenance
If there is no sound coming from th e wireless headphone, replace the battery.
1. Remove the screw.
2. Open the cover.
3. Make sure to replace the battery with the
correct polarity.
■Wireless Headphone
Battery type: AAA
Cover
Battery
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635
Handling the Unexpected
This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.
ToolsTypes of Tools .................................. 636
If a Tire Goes Flat Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 637
Engine Does Not Start Checking the Engine ........................ 645
If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak .......................................... 646
Emergency Engine Stop ................... 647
Shift Lever Does Not Move*............ 648
Jump Starting .................................... 649 Overheating
How to Handle Overheating............. 652
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Indicator Comes On ............................................. 654
If the Charging System Indicator Comes
On ................................................. 654
If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes On or Blinks ................................... 655
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On .................................................... 656
If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator Comes On ............................... 656
If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator Comes
On or Blinks........................................ 657
If the Transmission I ndicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message*.......... 657
Fuses
Fuse Locations ................................. 658
Inspecting and Changing Fuses ........ 662
Emergency Towing ........................... 663
When You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door.. 664
RefuelingRefueling From a Portable Fuel Container .... 665
When You Cannot Open the Tailgate.. 666
* Not available on all models
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