2019 HONDA PILOT wipers

uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
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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 am ount of rainfall the
rainfall sensor detects.
■Auto sensitivity adjustment
When the wiper function is set to AUTO, you
can adjust the sensitivity of the rainfall sensor
(using the adjustment ring) so that wipers will
operate in accordance with your preference.
Sensor sensitivity
■Automatic Intermittent Wipers*1 Wipers and Washers
If the wipers st op operating due to an 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.
1 Automatic Intermittent Wipers*
The rainfall sensor is in the location shown below.
NOTICE
AUTO should always be turned OFF before the
following situations in order to prevent severe
damage to the wiper system:
•Cleaning the windshield
•Driving through a car wash•No rain present
Rainfall Sensor
Adjustment Ring
Low sensitivity
High sensitivity
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
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 th e wiper and to spray the
washer. Once released, it stops operating
after a few more sweeps.
■Operating in reverse
When you shift the transmission to
(R with the windshield wiper activated, the rear
wiper operates automati cally as follows even if its switch is off.
■Rear Wiper/Washer
INT: Intermittent
OFF ON
Washer
Front Wiper Operation Rear Wiper Operation
INT (Intermittent)Intermittent
LO (Low speed wipe)
HI (High speed wipe) Continuous
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uuHonda Sensing ®u Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
596
Driving
The system can be used when the following conditions are met.
• The lane in which you are driving has dete ctable lane markers on both sides, and
your vehicle is in the center of the lane.
• The vehicle speed is between 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 LKAS is on in the driver information
interface.
The system is ready to use.
2. Press the LKAS button.
u Lane outlines appear on the driver
information interface.
The system is activated.
■When the System can be Used1Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
If the vehicle drifts toward ei th e r l ef t o r r ight lane line
due to the system applying torque, turn off the LKAS
and have your vehicle checked by a dealer.
MAIN Button
LKAS Button
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uuHonda Sensing ®u Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
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 driver
information interface change
to contour lines, and the
beeper sounds (if activated).
Models with automatic intermittent wipers
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uuHonda Sensing ®u Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System
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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 accelerating or braking, and the steering wheel is not being
turned.
• The system makes a determination that the driver is not actively accelerating,
braking or steering.
■How the System Activates1How the System Activates
The RDM system may automa tically shut off and the
indicator comes and stays on.
2 Indicators P. 80
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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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
driver's side lower co rner 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 hood 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 wipe rs, resulting in possible
damage to the hood and/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 cl eaned and lubricated.
Do not open the hood while the Auto Idle Stop
function is activated.
Do not press the engine cover forcibly. This may
damage the engine cover and component parts.
Models with Auto Idle Stop
Hood Release Handle
Pull
Lever
Support RodGrip
Clamp
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uuCleaning uExterior Care
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.
• For models equipped with automatic inte rmittent wipers, turn the wipers off.
• 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. 541
•Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzl e 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
1 Washing 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.
When using an automated car wash that pulls the
vehicle through with a convey or, make sure vehicle is
in car wash mode. 2 If you want to keep the transmission in
(N
position [car wash mode] P. 541
Air Intake Vents
Automatic transmission models with electronic gear
selector
Automatic transmission models with electronic gear selector
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Index
Security Code .......................................... 247
Selecting an Audio Source ....................... 298
Siri Eyes Free ............................................ 340
Status Area .............................................. 281
System Updates ....................................... 284
Theft Protection ....................................... 247
Updating Apps ........................................ 282
USB Flash Drives ...................... 263, 322, 356
USB Port .................................................. 245
Wallpaper Setup .............................. 254, 274
Wi-Fi Connection ..................................... 338
Audio/Information Screen ................ 252, 270
Authorized Manuals ................................. 732
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 152
Customize ....................................... 130, 446
Auto High-Beam ....................................... 179
Indicator .................................................... 85
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Amber) .............. 90
Auto Idle Stop Indicator (Green) ............... 90
Auto Idle-stop ........................................... 545
OFF Button .............................................. 546
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ............... 184
Automatic Lighting .................................. 176
Automatic Transmission ........................... 534
Creeping ................................................. 534
Fluid ........................................................ 653
Kickdown ................................................ 534
Operating the Shift Button....................... 539
Shift Lever Does Not Move....................... 701
Shift Lever Operation ............................... 536
Shifting............................................ 535, 537 Auxiliary Input Jack
.................................. 246
Average Fuel Economy ............................ 116
AWD Torque ............................................. 119
B
Battery...................................................... 673
Charging System Indicator................. 81, 707
Jump Starting .......................................... 702
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ........ 673
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 39
Beverage Holders ..................................... 215
Blind spot information (BSI) System ........ 556
Bluetooth® Audio............................. 266, 329
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink ®............. 454, 479
Blu-ray/DVD Rear Entertainment
System ..................................................... 377
Audio Sources for Front and Rear Seats ... 398
Auxiliary Console Panels .......................... 379
DVD or Blu-ray
TM Player Error Messages ... 423
Front Control Panel Operation ................. 390
HDMI
TM Port ............................................ 380
How Much Farther?TM............................. 397
Media Servers.......................................... 397
Operating the System .............................. 381
Overhead Screen ..................................... 380
Playable Disc Region Codes ..................... 421
Playable Disc Types .................................. 421
Playable Discs .......................................... 399
Playing a Disc in the Rear......................... 395
Playing a DVD/Blu-ray
TM........................... 384 Playing a Video Using the HDMI
TM........... 396
Playing an iPod and a USB Flash Drive in
the Rear ................................................ 395
Playing Apps ........................................... 393
Rear DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu ................... 385
Rear System Setup .................................. 391
Recommended Discs ............................... 422
Selecting the App using Front Control Panel..................................................... 390
Setting the DVD or Blu-ray
TM Menu ......... 392
System Controls .............................. 384, 394
System Settings....................................... 388
Video Accessibility ................................... 382
Wireless Headphones .............................. 378
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 75
Brake System ............................................ 611
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 613
Brake Assist System................................. 614
Fluid ....................................................... 654
Foot Brake .............................................. 612
Indicator ........................................... 80, 709
Parking Brake.......................................... 611
Brake System (Red) Indicator ................................................. 709
Brightness Control (Instrument Panel) ... 188
Bulb Replacement .................................... 655
Back-Up Lights ........................................ 659
Brake Lights ............................................ 659
Brake/Taillights........................................ 658
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 656
Fog Lights ............................................... 657
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