2019 HONDA PILOT traction control

uuWhen Driving uAuto Idle Stop*
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Driving
The brake pedal is released.
■The engine restarts even if the brake pedal is depressed when:
• The Auto Idle Stop OFF button is pressed.
• When a steering wheel is operated.
• The transmission is put into
(R or (S, or when it is set from (N to (D.
u If you put the transmission into
(P after the Auto Idle Stop activates, the Auto
Idle Stop continues to operate. In this case, the engine restarts when you
change the gear position other than
(P. When changing the gear position, the
brake pedal must be firmly depressed.
• The pressure on the brake pedal is redu ced and the vehicle starts moving while
stopped on an incline.
• The pressure on the brake pedal is repeated ly applied and released slightly during
a stop.
• The battery charge becomes low.
• The accelerator pedal is depressed.
• The driver’s seat belt is unlatched.
• is ON (indicator on).
• The climate control system is in us e, and the difference between the set
temperature and actual interior temperature becomes significant.
• The climate control system is bein g used to dehumidify the interior.
• The rear fan is set to maximum speed.
u Auto Idle Stop may not ac tivate under other conditions when the rear climate
control system is in use.
• When the Intelligent Traction Management is set to Snow, Mud
*, or Sand*.
■The Engine Automatically Restarts When1The Engine Automatically Restarts When
If you are using an electroni c device during Auto Idle
Stop, the device may tempor arily be turned off when
the engine restarts.
* Not available on all models
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uuWhen Driving uVehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
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Driving
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®), aka Electronic
Stability Control (ESC), System
VSA ® helps to stabilize the vehicle during corn ering if the vehicle turns more or less
than what was intended. It also assists in maintaining traction on slippery surfaces.
It does so by regulating engine outp ut and selectively applying the brakes.
When VSA ® activates, you may notice that the
engine does not respond to the accelerator.
You may also notice some noise from the
hydraulic system. You will also see the
indicator blink.
■VSA ® Operation
1 Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability Control
(ESC), System
The VSA ® may not function properl y if tire type and
size are mixed. Make sure to use the same size and
type of tire, and the air pressures as specified.
When the VSA ® system indicator comes on and stays
on while driving, there ma y be a problem with the
system. While this may not interfere with normal
driving, have your vehi cle checked by a dealer
immediately.
VSA ® cannot enhance stability in all driving situations
and does not control the entire braking system. You
still need to drive and corner at speeds appropriate
for the conditions and alwa ys leave a sufficient
margin of safety.
The main function of the VSA ® system is generally
known as Electronic Stability Control (ESC). The
system also includes a traction control function.
VSA® System
Indicator
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uuWhen Driving uVehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability Control (ESC), System
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Driving
This button is on the driv er side control panel.
To partially disable VSA ® functionality/
features, press and hold it until you hear a
beep.
The traction control stops fully functioning,
allowing the wheels to sp in more freely at low
speed. The VSA ® OFF indicator will also come
on and a message on the driver information
interface informs you that the mode is
changed.
Traction control mode can not be changed
during Mud or Sand modes. If you are driving
on mud or sand, Mud or Sand Intelligent
Traction Management modes can also be
used to free a stuck vehicle. On other road
surfaces, change to No rmal or Snow mode,
then press and hold the (VSA ® OFF) button.
To restore VSA ® functionality/features, press
the (VSA ® OFF) button until you hear a
beep.
VSA ® is turned on every time you start the
engine, even if you turned it off the last time
you drove the vehicle.
■VSA ® On and Off1 Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®), aka Electronic Stability Control
(ESC), System
With the button pressed, your vehicle will have
normal braking and corn ering ability, but VSA®
traction and stability enhancement becomes less
effective.
In certain unusual conditions when your vehicle gets
stuck in shallow mud or fr esh snow, it may be easier
to free it with the VSA ® temporarily switched off.
When the button is pressed, the traction control
function becomes less effective. This allows for the
wheels to spin more freely at low speed. You should
only attempt to free your vehicle with the VSA ® off if
you are not able to free it when the VSA ® is on.
Immediately after freeing your vehicle, be sure to
switch VSA ® on again. We do not recommend driving
your vehicle with the VSA ® system switched off.
You may hear a motor sound coming from the
engine compartment while system checks are being
performed immediately after starting the engine or
while driving. This is normal.
VSA ® OFF Indicator
AWD models
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uuHonda Sensing ®u Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
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Driving
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Helps maintain a constant vehicle speed an d a set following-interval behind a vehicle
detected ahead of yours, without you having to keep your foot on the brake or the
accelerator.1 Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
ACC can not be activated if Intelligent Traction
Management settin g is snow, sand
* or mud*.
3WARNING
Improper use of ACC can lead to a crash.
Use ACC only when driving on expressways
or freeways and in good weather
conditions.
3WARNING
ACC has limited braking capability.
When your vehicle speed drops below
22 mph (35 km/h), ACC will automatically
cancel and no longer will apply your
vehicle's brakes.
Always be prepared to apply the brake
pedal when conditions require.
When to use
■Vehicle speed for adaptive crui se control: Desired speed in a
range above roughly 25 mph (40 km/h) ~
■Gear positions for adapti ve cruise control: In (D or (S*
The radar sensor is behind
the emblem.
The camera is located
behind the rearview
mirror.
* Not available on all models
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uDOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
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Maintenance
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
The tires on your vehicle m eet all U.S. Federal Safety
Requirements. All tires are also graded for treadwear, traction,
and temperature performance according to Department of
Transportation (DOT) standards. The following explains these
gradings.
Quality grades can be found where applicable on th e tire sidewall
between tread shoulder and maximum section width.
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear
rate of the tire when tested un der controlled conditions on a
specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150
would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance
of tires depends upon the actual co nditions of their use, however,
and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in
driving habits, service practi ces and differences in road
characteristics and climate.
■Uniform Tire Quality Grading
■Treadwear
1 Uniform Tire Quality Grading
For example:
Treadwear 200
Traction AA
Temperature A
All passenger car tires must conform
to Federal Safety Requirements in
addition to these grades.
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uuChecking and Maintaining Tires uDOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles)
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Maintenance
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C.
Those grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement
as measured under controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked
C may have poor traction performance.
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,
representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its
ability to dissipate h eat when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high
temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and
reduce tire life, and excessive temp erature can lead to sudden tire
failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which
all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels
of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law.
■Traction
■Temperature
1 Traction
Warning: The traction grade
assigned to this tire is based on
straight-ahead braking traction tests,
and does not include acceleration,
cornering, hydroplaning, or peak
traction characteristics.
1Temperature
Warning: The temperature grade for
this tire is establishe d for a tire that is
properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed,
underinflation, or excessive loading,
either separately or in combination,
can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.
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Index
Immobilizer System .................................... 88
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) .......... 596
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) (Amber) ................................................... 91
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
(Green) .................................................... 91
Lights On ................................................... 87
Low Fuel .................................................... 84
Low Oil Pressure Symbol .......................... 707
Low Tire Pressure/TPMS ..................... 87, 710
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............... 81, 708
Parking Brake and Br ake System .............. 709
Parking Brake and Brake System (Amber) ... 80
Parking Brake and Brake System (Red) ....... 80
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) .............. 92
Seat Belt Reminder .............................. 40, 84
Security System Alarm ............................... 88
Supplemental Restraint System ............ 57, 85
System Message ........................................ 89
Transmission System .................................. 82
Turn Signal ................................................ 87
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®) OFF .... 86, 554
Vehicle Stability Assist ® (VSA ®)
System ............................................. 85, 553
Information ............................................... 721
Instant Fuel Economy ............................... 116
Instrument Panel ........................................ 79
Brightness Control ................................... 188
Intelligent Traction Management System ...................................................... 551
Intelligent VTM4 (i-VTM4) ....................... 561Interior Lights
........................................... 209
Interior Rearview Mirror .......................... 192
iPad ........................................................... 356
iPhone ....................................................... 356
iPod ........................................... 260, 319, 356
J
Jack (Wheel Nut Wrench) ........................ 693
Jump Starting ........................................... 702
K
Key Number Tag ....................................... 140
Keyless Lockout Prevention ..................... 148
Keys ........................................................... 139
Lockout Prevention.................................. 148
Number Tag ............................................ 140
Rear Door Won’t Open............................ 151
Remote Transmitter ................................. 147
Types and Functions ................................ 139
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ....... 534
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)......... 594
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (Amber) ..................................... 91
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Indicator (Green) ...................................... 91
LaneWatch
TM............................................. 559
Language (HFL) ................................ 455, 481 LATCH (Child Seats)
............................. 65, 71
Legal Information on Apple CarPlay/
Android Auto ......................................... 369
License Information ................................. 372
Lights ................................................ 175, 655
Automatic............................................... 176
Bulb Replacement ................................... 655
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 182
High Beam Indicator ................................. 87
Interior.................................................... 209
Light Switches......................................... 175
Lights On Indicator.................................... 87
Turn Signals ............................................ 174
Load Limits ............................................... 511
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 139
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 152
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 151
From Inside ............................................. 149
From Outside .......................................... 142
Keys........................................................ 139
Using a Key............................................. 148
Lockout Prevention System ..................... 148
Low Battery Charge ................................. 707
Low Fuel Indicator ..................................... 84
Low Oil Pressure Symbol ......................... 707
Lower Anchors ..................................... 65, 71
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................ 723
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 511
Lumbar Support ............................... 194, 195
Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch ...... 195
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