2023 HONDA PILOT wiper blades

Contents
This owner’s manual should be considered a permanent part of the
vehicle and should remain with the vehicle when it is sold.
The Navigation Manual is available online at owners.honda.com
(U.S.) or honda.ca (Canada). If you are the first registered owner
of your vehicle, you may request a complimentary printed
copy of the Navigation Manual within the first six months of
vehicle purchase. To request a copy, visit owners.honda.com. In
Canada, please request a copy from your Honda dealer.
This owner’s manual covers all models of your vehicle. You may find
descriptions of equipment and features that are not on your
particular model.
Images throughout this owner’s ma nual (including the front cover)
represent features and equipment that are available on some, but
not all, models. Your particular mo del may not have some of these
features.
This owner’s manual is for vehicles sold in the United States and
Canada.
The information and specifications in cluded in this publication were
in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications
or design at any time without notice and without incurring any
obligation.2 Safe Driving P. 37
For Safe Driving P. 38 Seat Belts P. 43 Airbags P. 59
2Instrument Panel P. 97
Indicators P. 98 Gauges and Displays P. 121
2Controls P. 175
Clock P. 176 Locking and Unlocking the Doors P. 178
Panoramic Roof* P. 213
Seats P. 239 Interior Convenience Items P. 260
2 Features P. 291
Audio System P. 292 Audio System Basic Operation P. 301, 326
Customized Features P. 421, 429 HomeLink ® Universal Transceiver* P. 456
CabinTalk ®* P. 499
2Driving P. 501
Before Driving P. 502 Towing a Trailer P. 508
Parking Your Vehicle P. 661Multi-View Rear Camera* P. 672
2Maintenance P. 691
Before Performing Maintenance P. 692 Maintenance MinderTM P. 695
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 723
Climate Control System Main tenance P. 740 Cleaning P. 742
2Handling the Unexpected P. 749
Tools P. 750 If a Tire Goes Flat P. 751
Overheating P. 769 Indicator Coming On/Blinking P. 771
If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door P. 786
2 Information P. 789
Specifications P. 790 Identification Numbers P. 792
Emissions Testing P. 795 Warranty Coverages P. 797
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Quick Reference Guide
Maintenance (P691)
Under the Hood (P705)
●Check engine oil, engine coolant, and windshield washer
fluid. Add when necessary.
●Check brake fluid.●Check the battery condition monthly.
aPull the hood release handle under the corner of the
dashboard.
bLocate the hood latch lever, push it to the side, and then
raise the hood. Once you have raised the hood slightly, you
can release the lever.
cWhen finished, close the hood and make sure it is firmly
locked in place.
Lights (P718)
●Inspect all lights regularly.
Wiper Blades (P723)
●Replace blades if they leave streaks
across the windshield or become noisy.
Tires (P728)
●Inspect tires and wheels regularly.●Check tire pressures regularly.●Install snow tires for winter
driving.
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uWipers and Washers
Continued
Controls
Wipers and Washers
The windshield wipers and washers can be
used when the power mode is in ON.
■MIST
The wipers run at high speed until you release
the lever.
■Wiper switch (OFF, INT*1/AUTO*2, LO,
HI)
Move the lever up or down to change the
wiper settings.
■Adjusting wiper operation*
Turn the adjustment ring to adjust the wiper
operation.
■Washer
Sprays on the windshield and front-view
camera
* while you pull the lever toward you.
When you release the le ver for more than one
second, the spray stops, the wipers sweep two
or three more times to clear the windshield,
then stop.
*1: Models with manual intermittent operation
*2: Models with automati c intermittent operation
■Windshield Wipers/Washers1Wipers and Washers
NOTICE
Do not use the wipers when the windshield is dry.
The windshield will get sc ratched, or the rubber
blades will get damaged.
Turn the washers off if no washer fluid comes out.
The pump may get damaged.
The wiper motor may stop motor operation
temporarily to prevent an overload. Wiper operation
will return to normal within a few minutes.
If the vehicle speeds up while the wipers are
operating intermittently, the length of the wipe
interval shortens.
When the vehicle speeds up, the wiper operation’s
shortest delay se tting and the LO setting become
the same.
NOTICE
In cold weather, the blades may freeze to the
windshield.
Operating the wipers in th is condition may damage
the wipers. Use the defogge r or heated windshield
*
to warm the windshield, then turn the wipers on.
Models with intermittent time adjustment ringIntermittent Time
Adjustment Ring*
MIST
INT
*1/AUTO*2OFF
LO: Low speed wipe
HI: High speed wipe Pull to
use
washer.
Lower speed, fewer sweeps
Higher speed, more sweeps
* Not available on all models
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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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Maintenance
Before Performing Maintenance
Inspection and Maintenance
For your safety, perform all listed inspections and maintenance to keep your vehicle
in good condition. If you become aware of an y abnormality (noise, smell, insufficient
brake fluid, oil residue on the ground, etc.), have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.
(Note, however, that service at a dealer is not mandatory to keep your warranties in
effect.)
■Routine inspections
Perform inspections before long distance tri ps, when washing the vehicle, or when
refueling.
2 Maintenance P. 32
■Periodic inspections
• Check the brake fluid level monthly.
2 Checking the Brake Fluid P. 717
•Check the tire pressure monthly. Examin e the tread for wear and foreign objects.
2Checking and Maintaining Tires P. 728
•Check the operation of the exterior lights monthly.
2 Replacing Light Bulbs P. 718
•Check the condition of the wiper bl ades at least every six months.
2Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades P. 723
■Types of Inspection and Maintenance
1Inspection and Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
emissions control devices and systems may be
done by any automotive repair establishment or
individuals using parts that are “certified” to
EPA standards.
According to state and fede ral regulations, failure to
perform maintenance on the maintenance main
items marked with # will not void your emissions
warranties. However, all ma intenance services should
be performed in accordan ce with the intervals
indicated by the driver information interface.
2 Maintenance Service Items P. 700
If you want to perform complex maintenance tasks
that require more skills a nd tools, you can purchase a
subscription to the Service Express website at
www.techinfo.honda.com .
2 Authorized Manuals P. 800
If you want to perform ma intenance yourself, make
sure that you have the necessary tools and skills first.
After performing maintenanc e, update the records in
the separate maintenance booklet.
U.S. models
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723Continued
Maintenance
Checking and Maintaining Wiper Blades
Checking Wiper Blades
If the wiper blade rubber has deteriorated, it will leave streaks and become noisy,
and the hard surfaces of the blade may scratch the window glass.
Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
1.Set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF.
2. While holding the wiper switch in the MIST
position, set the power mode to ON, then
to VEHICLE OFF.
u Both wiper arms are set to the
maintenance position as shown in the
image.
3. Lift both wiper arms.
1Changing the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
NOTICE
When lifting the wiper arms, always follow the
instructions to move them into the maintenance
position.
The wiper arms may be damaged if they are moved
manually.
NOTICE
Avoid dropping the wiper arm onto the windshield,
as it may damage the wiper arm and/or the
windshield.
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
4. Press up on and hold the tab, then slide
the holder off the wiper arm.
5. Pull the end of the wiper blade in the
direction of the arrow in the image until it
is out of the holder’s end cap.
6. Pull the wiper blade in the opposite
direction to slide it out of the holder.
Tab
Holder
Wiper Arm
Wiper
Blade
End cap at
the bottom
Wiper Blade
Holder
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uuChecking and Maintaining Wiper Blades uChanging the Front Wiper Blade Rubber
Maintenance
7. Insert the flat side of the new wiper blade
onto the bottom part of the holder. Insert
the blade all the way.
8. Install the end of the wiper blade into the
cap.
9. Slide the holder onto th e wiper arm until it
locks.
10. Lower both wiper arms.
11. Set the power mode to ON and hold the
wiper switch in the MIST position until
both wiper arms return to the standard
position.
Holder Wiper
Blade
Cap
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