2020 HONDA PILOT check engine light

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Engine Does Not Start
Checking the Engine
If the engine does not start, check the starter.
Starter conditionChecklist
Starter doesn’t turn or turns
over slowly.
The battery may be dead. Check
each of the items on the right and
respond accordingly.Check for a message on the driver information interface.
●If the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start Button message appears
2If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak P. 696
uMake sure the smart entry remote is in its operating range.
2 ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range P. 171
Check the brightness of the interior lights.
Turn on the interior lights and check the brightness.
●If the interior lights are dim or do not come on at all
2 Battery P. 671●If the interior lights come on normally 2 Fuses P. 709
The starter turns over normally
but the engine doesn’t start.
There may be a problem with a
fuse. Check each of the items on
the right and respond accordingly. Review the engine start procedure.
Follow its instructions, and try
to start the engine again.
2 Starting the Engine P. 526
Check the immobilizer system indicator.
When the immobilizer system indicator is blinking, the engine cannot be started.
2Immobilizer System P. 163
Check the fuel level.
There should be enough fuel in the tank.
2 Fuel Gauge P. 110
Check the fuses.
Check all fuses, or have the vehicle checked by a dealer.
2Inspecting and Changing Fuses P. 713
If the problem continues:
2Emergency Towing P. 714
1Checking the Engine
If you must start the vehi cle immediately, use an
assisting vehicle or booster battery to jump start it.
2 Jump Starting P. 700
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uuJump Starting u
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3.Pull up on the engine cover, remove it from
the pins.
u Start on the passenger side and lift the
outermost edge of the cover.
u Move towards the driver side while
applying uniform upward pressure.
4. Connect the first jumper cable to your
vehicle’s battery + terminal.
5. Connect the other end of the first jumper
cable to the booster battery + terminal.
u Use a 12-volt booster battery only.
u When using an automotive battery
charger to boost your 12-volt battery,
select a lower charging voltage than 15
volts. Check the ch arger manual for the
proper setting.
6. Connect the second jumper cable to the
booster battery - terminal.
7. Connect the other end of the second
jumper cable to the engine hanger as
shown. Do not connect this jumper cable to
any other part.
8. If your vehicle is connected to another
vehicle, start the assisting vehicle’s engine
and increase its rpm slightly.
9. Attempt to start your ve hicle’s engine. If it
turns over slowly, check that the jumper
cables have good metal-to-metal contact.
Pin
Engine Cover
Booster Battery
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Handling the Unexpected
Indicator, Coming On/Blinking
If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears
■Reasons for the warning to appear
Appears when the engine oil pressure is low.
■What to do as soon as the warning appears
1. Immediately park the vehicle on level ground in a safe place.
2. If necessary, turn the hazard warning lights on.
■What to do after parking the vehicle
1. Stop the engine and let it sit for approximately three minutes.
2. Open the hood and check the oil level.
u Add oil as necessary.
2 Oil Check P. 645
3.Start the engine and check the low oil pressure warning.
u The warning disappears: Start driving again.
u The warning does not disappear within 10 seconds: Immediately
stop the engine and contact a dealer for repairs.
If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
Comes on when the battery is not being charged.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Turn off the heating and cooling system*/climate control system*, rear
defogger, and other electrical system s, and immediately contact a dealer
for repairs.
1 If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears
NOTICE
Running the engine with low oil pressure can cause
serious mechanical damage almost immediately.
1If the Charging System Indicator Comes On
If you need to stop temporarily, do not turn off the
engine. Restarting the engi ne may rapidly discharge
the battery.
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicator, Comin g On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
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If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• The brake fluid is low.
• There is a malfunction in the brake system.
■What to do when the indica tor comes on while driving
Depress the brake pedal lightly to check pedal pressure.
• If normal, check the brake fluid level the next time you stop.
• If abnormal, take immediate acti on. If necessary, downshift the
transmission to slow the vehicle using engine braking.
If the Electric Power Steeri ng (EPS) System Indicator
Comes On
■Reasons for the indicator to come on
• Comes on when there is a problem with the EPS system.
• If you depress the accelerator pedal repeatedly to increase the engine
speed while the engine is idling, the indicator comes on, and
sometimes the steering wheel becomes harder to operate.
■What to do when th e indicator comes on
Stop the vehicle in a safe place and restart the engine.
If the indicator comes on and stays on, immediately have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
1 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On
Have your vehicle re paired immediately.
It is dangerous to drive with low brake fluid. If there
is no resistance from the brake pedal, stop
immediately in a safe plac e. If necessary downshift
the gears.
If the brake system indicator and ABS indicator come
on simultaneously, the elec tronic brake distribution
system is not working. Th is can result in vehicle
instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.U.S.
Canada
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uuIndicator, Coming On/Blinking uIf the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator Comes On or Blinks
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If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) Indicato r Comes On or Blinks
■Reasons for the indicator to come on or blink
A tire pressure is significantly low. If there is a problem with the TPMS
with Tire Fill Assist or the compact spare tire is installed, the indicator
blinks for about one mi nute, and then stays on.
■What to do when the indicator comes on
Stop your vehicle in a safe place. Ch eck the tire pressure and adjust the
pressure to the specified level. The sp ecified tire pressure is on a label on
the driver side doorjamb.
■What to do when the indicator blinks, then remains on
Have the tire inspected by a dealer as soon as possible. If the compact
spare tire causes the indicator to blink, change the tire to a full-size tire.
The indicator goes off after driv ing for a few miles (kilometers).
If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks along
with the Warning Message*
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
The transmission is malfunctioning.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Immediately have your vehi cle inspected by a dealer.
• Change the gear position to
(N after starting the engine.
u Check if the
(N position in the instrume nt panel and the indicator
on the
(N button light/blink.
2 Starting the Engine P. 526
1If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Indicator Comes On or Blinks
NOTICE
Driving on an extremely unde rinflated tire can cause
it to overheat. An overheated tire can fail. Always
inflate your tires to the prescribed level.
TPMS with Tire Fill Assist provides visual and audible
assistance during tire pre ssure adjustment. With the
power mode in ON, while y ou adjust tire pressure up
or down, the system alerts you as follows:
Below recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and exterior lights flash once every five
seconds.
At recommended pressure: The beeper sounds
and exterior lights flash ra pidly for ~ five seconds.
Above recommended pressure: The beeper
sounds and lights flash twice every three seconds.
1 If the Transmission System In dicator Blinks along with the
Warning Message*
You may not be able to start the engine.
Make sure to set the pa rking brake when parking
your vehicle.
Call a professional towing service if you need to tow
your vehicle. 2 Emergency Towing P. 714
* Not available on all models
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Fuses
Fuse Locations
If any electrical devices are not working, set
the power mode to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
and check to see if any applicable fuse is
blown.
Fuse locations are shown on the fuse box
cover. Locate the fuse in question by the
fuse number and box cover number.
Located near the passenger's side damper
house. Push the tabs to open the box.
■Engine Compartment Fuse
Box Type A
Tab
■Circuit protected and fuse rating
Circuit ProtectedAmps
1
−(70 A)
RR BLOWER30 A
ABS/VSA MTR40 A
ABS/VSA FSR20 A
MAIN FAN30 A
MAIN FUSE150 A
2
SUB FAN30 A
WIP MTR30 A
WASHER20 A
SUNSHADE*(20 A)
ENGINE MOUNT30 A
FR BLOWER40 A
A/C INVERTER*(30 A)
STANDARD AMP*1(30 A)
RR DEF40 A
−(30 A)
PREMIUM AMP*(20 A)
3
−−
−−
−−
−−
4 PARKING LIGHT 10 A
5CRUISE CANCEL SW*(7.5 A)
6 STOP LIGHT 10 A
7FI SUB VSS*(10 A)*1:Models with Display Audio
*2:Models with color audio system 8L H/L LO 10 A
9−−
10 R H/L LO 10 A
11IGPS7.5 A
12 INJECTOR 20 A
13H/L LO MAIN20 A
14 FI-ECU BACKUP*(10 A)
15FR FOG*(10 A)
16 HAZARD 15 A
17PASSENGER P/
SEAT(RECLINE)*(20 A)
18 PASSENGER P/SEAT(SLIDE)
*(20 A)
19PREMIUM AMP*(20 A)
20 MG CLUTCH 7.5 A
21MAIN RLY15 A
22 FI SUB 15 A
23IG COIL15 A
24 DBW 15 A
25SMALL/STOP MAIN20 A
26 BACK UP 10 A
27HTD STRG WHEEL*(15 A)
28 HORN 10 A
29RADIO15 A*1
20 A*2
Circuit ProtectedAmps
* Not available on all models
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uuFuses uInspecting and Changing Fuses
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Inspecting and Changing Fuses
1. Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK). Turn headlights and all accessories
off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover.
3. Check the large fuse in the engine
compartment.
u If the fuse is blown, use a Phillips-head
screwdriver to remove the screw and
replace it with a new one.
4. Inspect the small fu ses in the engine
compartment and the vehicle interior.
u If there is a blown fuse, remove it with
the fuse puller and replace it with a new
one.1Inspecting and Changing Fuses
NOTICE
Replacing a fuse with on e that has a higher rating
greatly increases the chances of damaging the
electrical system.
Replace fuse with a spare fuse of the same specified
amperage
Confirm the specified amperage using the charts on
P. 709 to P. 712.
There is a fuse puller in the engine compartment fuse
box.
Combined
Fuse Blown Fuse
Fuse Puller
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Index
Warning and Information Messages........... 96
Driving ....................................................... 507
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ................ 580
Automatic Transmission ........................... 533
Braking .................................................... 610
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............... 524
Shifting Gear ........................................... 536
Starting the Engine .................................. 526
Driving Position Memory System ............. 189
Dust and Pollen Filter ............................... 677
E
Eco Assist® System ....................................... 10
ECON Button ............................................. 549
Econ Mode
Indicator .................................................... 89
Electric Power Steering (EPS) System
Indicator ............................................ 86, 707
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............. 552
Emergency ................................................. 714
Emissions Testing (Readiness Codes) ....... 725
Engine Coolant ................................................... 649
Jump Starting .......................................... 700
Number ................................................... 722
Oil ........................................................... 644
Remote Engine Start ................................ 528
Starting ................................................... 526
Engine Compartment Cover .................... 643Engine Coolant
......................................... 649
Adding to the Radiator ............................ 650
Adding to the Reserve Tank..................... 649
Overheating ............................................ 703
Temperature Gauge ................................ 110
Engine Oil ................................................. 644
Adding .................................................... 646
Checking................................................. 645
Displaying Maintenance Minder Information ........................................... 636
Low Oil Pressure Symbol.......................... 705
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 644
ENGINE START/STOP Button .................... 171
EPS (Electric Power Steering) System ...... 707
Exhaust Gas Hazard (Carbon Monoxide) .. 76
Exterior Care (Cleaning) ........................... 680
Exterior Mirrors ........................................ 193
F
Features.................................................... 243
File Manager ............................................. 290
Filters Dust and Pollen ....................................... 677
Oil ........................................................... 647
Flat Tire ..................................................... 687
Floor Mats ................................................. 679
Fluids Automatic Transmission .......................... 651
Brake ...................................................... 652
Engine Coolant ....................................... 649 Windshield Washer ................................. 652
FM/AM Radio ................................... 258, 302
Fog Light Indicator .................................... 88
Fog Lights ................................................. 178
Folding Down the Second Row Seat ...... 205
Folding Down the Third Row Seat .......... 206
Foot Brake ................................................ 611
Front Airbags (SRS) .................................... 50
Front Seats ................................................ 194
Adjusting ................................................ 194
Front Sensor Camera ............................... 607
Fuel ..................................................... 25, 627
Economy................................................. 630
Gauge .................................................... 110
Instant Fuel Economy .............................. 116
Low Fuel Indicator..................................... 84
Range ..................................................... 116
Recommendation.................................... 627
Refueling ................................................ 627
Fuel Economy ........................................... 630
Fuel Fill Door ...................................... 25, 628
Unable to Unlock .................................... 715
Fuses ......................................................... 709
Inspecting and Changing ........................ 713
Locations ........................ 709, 710, 711, 712
G
Gasoline (Fuel) Economy................................................. 630
Gauge .................................................... 110
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