2023 HONDA PILOT check transmission fluid

uuWhen Driving uAutomatic Transmission
532
Driving
If there is a strong impact with something under the vehicle, stop in a safe location.
Check the underside of the vehicle for damage or any fluid leaks.
Automatic Transmission
When the engine runs at higher idle speeds, the creeping force increases.
Keep the brake pedal firmly depressed when stopped.
Quickly depressing the accelerator pedal while driving uphill may cause the
transmission to drop to a lower gear, unexpectedly increasing vehicle speed. Depress
the accelerator pedal carefully, especi ally on slippery roads and curves.
■Other Precautions
■Creeping
■Kickdown
1Driving Guidelines for Your Utility Vehicle
Failure to operate your vehi cle correctly might result
in a crash or a rollover. 2 Important Handling Information P. 40
2 Precautions While Driving P. 531
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Maintenance
This chapter discusses basic maintenance.
Before Performing MaintenanceInspection and Maintenance ............ 692
Safety When Performing Maintenance ..693
Parts and Fluids Used in Maintenance Service ........................................... 694
Maintenance Minder
TM..................... 695
Maintenance Under the Hood Maintenance Items Under the Hood .. 705
Opening the Hood ........................... 706
Engine Compartment Cover ............. 708
Recommended Engine Oil ................ 709
Oil Check ......................................... 710
Adding Engine Oil ............................ 711
Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter ....712
Engine Coolant ................................ 714
Transmission Fluid ............................ 716
Transfer Assembly Fluid
*.................. 716
Brake Fluid ....................................... 717
Refilling Window Wa sher Fluid......... 717
Replacing Light Bulbs ....................... 718
Checking and Maintaining Wiper
Blades .......................................... 723
Checking and Maintaining Tires
Checking Tires ................................. 728
Tire and Loading Information Label .. 729
Tire Labeling .................................... 729
DOT Tire Quality Grading (U.S. Vehicles) .. 731
Wear Indicators ............................... 733
Tire Service Life ................................ 733
Tire and Wheel Replacement ........... 734
Tire Rotation .................................... 735
Winter Tires ..................................... 736
Battery ............................................... 737
Remote Transmitter Care ................. 739
Climate Control System Maintenance .. 740Cleaning
Interior Care .................................... 742
Exterior Care.................................... 744
Accessories and Modifications ........ 747
* Not available on all models
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uuMaintenance Under the Hood uTransmission Fluid
Maintenance
Transmission Fluid
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Do not attempt to check or change th e automatic transmission fluid yourself.
Transfer Assembly Fluid*
Have a dealer check the fluid level and replace if necessary.
Fluid to be changed at same interval as Automatic Transmission Fluid.
Do not attempt to check or change the transfer assembly fluid yourself.
■Automatic Transmission Fluid
Specified fluid: Honda ATF-TYPE 2.0
1Automatic Transmission Fluid
NOTICE
Do not mix Honda ATF-TYPE 2.0 with other
transmission fluids.
Using a transmission flui d other than Honda ATF-
TYPE 2.0 may adversely af fect the operation and
durability of your vehicle’ s transmission, and damage
the transmission.
Any damage caused by using a transmission fluid that
is not equivalent to Honda ATF-TYPE 2.0 is not
covered by Honda’s new ve hicle limited warranty.
■Hypoid Gear Oil
Specified fluid: HGO-1 (12HGO)
* Not available on all models
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uuIndicator Coming On/BlinkinguIf the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
Handling the Unexpected
If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or
Blinks
■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 indicator 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.
■Reasons for the indicator to blink
• There is a problem with the electric parking brake system.
■What to do when the indicator blinks
• Avoid using the parking brake and have your vehicle checked by a
dealer immediately.
1If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes On or Blinks
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 (red) and ABS indicator
come on simultaneously , the electronic brake
distribution system is not wo rking. This can result in
vehicle instability under sudden braking.
Have your vehicle inspecte d by a dealer immediately.
If the brake system indicator (red) blinks at the same
time when the brake system indicator (amber) comes
on, the parking br ake may not work.
Avoid using the parking brak e and have your vehicle
checked by a dealer immediately.
2 If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes
On or Blinks at the Same Time When the
Brake System Indicator (Amber) Comes On
P. 775
U.S.
Canada
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Index
Automatic Transmission.......................... 532
Creeping................................................. 532
Fluid ....................................................... 716
Kickdown ............................................... 532
Operating the Shift Button ...................... 535
Shifting ................................................... 533
Average Fuel Economy .................... 128, 157
Average Speed ................................. 130, 159
AWD Torque Distribution Monitor ........................................... 135, 163
B
Battery...................................................... 737
Charging System Indicator .............. 103, 772
If the Battery Is Dead............................... 767
Maintenance (Checking the Battery) ....... 737
Maintenance (Replacing) ......................... 739
Belts (Seat) .................................................. 43
Beverage Holders ..................................... 264
Blind Spot Information System ............... 563
Bluetooth ® Audio ............................. 312, 373
Bluetooth ® HandsFreeLink ®........... 459, 479
Booster Seats (For Children) ...................... 94
Brake System ............................................ 652
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) .................. 659
Automatic Brake Hold ............................. 656
Brake Assist System................................. 660
Fluid ....................................................... 717
Foot Brake .............................................. 655
Indicator (Amber) ............................ 102, 775 Indicator (Red) ................. 100, 101, 773, 775
Parking Brake .......................................... 652
Brightness ......................................... 138, 166
Bulb Replacement .................................... 718
Brake Lights, Taillights, Rear Side Marker
Lights, and Rear Turn Signal Light
Bulbs ..................................................... 719
Fog Lights ................................................ 718
Front Side Marker Lights .......................... 718
Front Turn Signal Lights ........................... 718
Headlights ............................................... 718
High-Mount Brake Light .......................... 722
Parking/Daytime Running Lights .............. 718
Puddle Lights ........................................... 722
Rear License Plate Light ........................... 721
Side Turn Signal/Em ergency Indicator
Lights .................................................... 718
Taillight and Back-Up Light Bulbs ............. 721
Bulb Specifications ................................... 790
C
CabinTalk®............................................... 499
CAMERA Button ....................................... 675
Car Wash Mode ........................................ 537
Carbon Monoxide Gas ................................ 95
Cargo Hooks ............................................. 268
Carrying Cargo .................................. 503, 505
Certification Label .................................... 792
Changing Bulbs ......................................... 718
Charging System Indicator ............... 103, 772Child Safety
................................................. 77
Childproof Door Locks............................. 194
Child Seat .................................................... 77
Booster Seats ............................................ 94
Child Seat for Infants................................. 79
Child Seat for Small Children ..................... 80
Installing a Child Seat with a Lap/Shoulder
Seat Belt .................................................. 87
Larger Children ......................................... 93
Rear-facing Child Seat ............................... 79
Selecting a Child Seat ................................ 81
Childproof Door Locks ............................. 194
Cleaning the Exterior ............................... 744
Cleaning the Interior ................................ 742
Climate Control System ............................ 283
Defrosting the Windshield and Windows ............................................... 285
Dust and Pollen Filter............................... 741
Sensors ................................................... 289
Synchronized Mode................................. 286
Using Automatic Climate Control ............ 283
Clock .......................................................... 176
CMBS (Collision Mitigation Braking System) .................................................... 572
Coat Hook ................................................. 266
Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) ..................................................... 572
Compact Spare Tire .......................... 751, 791
Console Compartment ............................. 263
Controls ..................................................... 175
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Index
K
Keyless Access System.............................. 181
Keys ........................................................... 178
Number Tag............................................ 179
Rear Door Won’t Open ........................... 194
Remote Transmitter ................................ 187
Kickdown (Automatic Transmission) ...... 532
Knee Airbags .............................................. 67
L
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) ........ 612
LATCH (Child Seats) ............................. 82, 89
Lights ................................................ 220, 718
Auto High-Beam ..................................... 226
Bulb Replacement ................................... 718
Daytime Running Lights .......................... 225
Fog Light ................................................ 224
High Beam Indicator ............................... 108
Interior.................................................... 260
Light Switches......................................... 220
Lights On Indicator.................................. 108
Parking Lights ......................................... 220
Load Limits ............................................... 505
Locking/Unlocking ................................... 178
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking ................. 195
Childproof Door Locks ............................ 194
From Inside ............................................. 192
From Outside .......................................... 181
Keys........................................................ 178
Using a Key............................................. 188 Low Battery Charge
.................................. 772
Low Fuel Indicator .................................... 105
Low Speed Braking Control ..................... 584
Lower Anchors ............................................ 82
Lubricant Specifications Chart ................. 791
Luggage (Maximum Load Limit) ............. 505
Lumbar Support ........................................ 240
Lumbar Support Adjustment Switch ....... 240
M
Maintenance............................................. 691
Battery .................................................... 737
Brake Fluid .............................................. 717
Cleaning .................................................. 742
Coolant ................................................... 714
Maintenance Minder
TM............................ 695
Oil ........................................................... 710
Precautions .............................................. 692
Radiator .................................................. 715
Remote Transmitter ................................. 739
Replacing Light Bulbs ............................... 718
Safety ...................................................... 693
Service Items ........................................... 700
Tires ........................................................ 728
Transfer Assembly Fluid ........................... 716
Transmission Fluid ................................... 716
Under the Hood ...................................... 705
Malfunction Indicator Lamp ............ 103, 772
Map Light Switches .................................. 261
Maximum Load Limit ............................... 505 Meters, Gauges
......................................... 121
Mirrors ...................................................... 236
Adjusting ................................................ 236
Door ....................................................... 237
Exterior ................................................... 237
Interior Rearview ..................................... 236
Modifications (and Accessories) .............. 747
MP3 ................................................... 309, 370
Multi-View Rear Camera .......................... 672
N
Navigation........................................ 131, 159
No Content ............................................... 138
Numbers (Identification) .......................... 792
O
Odometer................................................. 122
Off-Highway Driving Guidelines ............. 519
Oil (Engine) ............................................... 709
Adding .................................................... 711
Checking................................................. 710
Displaying Oil Life .................................... 696
Engine oil pressure low Warning ............. 771
Recommended Engine Oil ....................... 709
Viscosity .................................................. 709
Open Source Licenses ....................... 416, 802
Opening/Closing
Hood....................................................... 706
Panoramic Roof ....................................... 213
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Index
Trailer Stability Assist............................... 515
Transmission ........................................ 27, 533
Automatic ......................................... 27, 533
Fluid ........................................................ 716
Gear Position Indicator..................... 103, 535
Number ................................................... 792
Sequential Mode ..................................... 540
Transmission System
Indicator .......................................... 104, 777
Trip Computer ........................................... 330
Trip Meter ......................................... 128, 156
Troubleshooting ....................................... 749
Blown Fuse .............................. 778, 780, 782
Brake Pedal Vibrates .................................. 34
Buzzer Sounds When Opening Door .......... 34
Emergency Towing .................................. 785
Engine Won’t Start .................................. 762
Noise When Braking .................................. 36
Overheating............................................. 769
Puncture/Flat Tire ..................................... 751
Rear Door Won’t Open ...................... 34, 194
Warning Indicators .................................... 98
Turn Signals Indicators (Instrum ent Panel) .................... 108
U
Under-floor Storage Area ........................ 269
Unlocking the Doors ................................. 181
Unlocking the Front Doors from
the Inside ................................................. 192 USB Flash Drives
............... 292, 309, 370, 401
USB Ports ................................................... 293
V
Vanity Mirrors ............................................. 11
Vehicle Identification Number ................ 792
Vehicle Stability Assist
TM (VSA ®) .............. 555
Off Button............................................... 556
Off Indicator.................................... 107, 555
System Indicator .............................. 107, 555
Ventilation ................................................ 281
Viscosity (Oil) .................................... 709, 791
Voice Control Operation .......................... 349
Audio Commands ................................... 350
General Commands ................................ 350
List Commands ....................................... 351
Navigation Commands ............................ 351
Phone Commands ................................... 350
Standard Commands............................... 351
Voice Portal Screen.................................. 350
Voice Recognition ................................... 349
W
Wallpaper ................................................. 332
Warning Indicator On/Blinking ............... 771
Warning Labels ........................................... 96
Warnings ........................................... 139, 168
Warranties (Warranty Manual provided separately) .............................................. 797 Watts
........................................................ 790
Wear Indicators (Tire) .............................. 733
Wheel Nut Wrench (Jack Handle) ........... 756
Wi-Fi Connection ..................................... 383
Window Washers ..................................... 229
Adding/Refilling Fluid .............................. 717
Switch .................................................... 229
Windows (Opening and Closing) ............ 210
Windshield ............................................... 229
Cleaning ................................................. 745
Defrosting/Defogging ............................. 285
Washer Fluid ........................................... 717
Wiper Blades........................................... 723
Wipers and Washers ............................... 229
Winter Tires .............................................. 736
Snow Tires .............................................. 736
Tire Chains.............................................. 736
Wipers and Washers ................................ 229
Automatic Intermittent Wipers ................ 230
Checking and Replacing Wiper Blades..... 723
Front....................................................... 229
Rear ........................................................ 231
Wireless Charger ...................................... 275
WMA ................................................. 309, 370
Worn Tires ................................................ 728
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