Owner's Manual
Page 8
Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS(P. 61) GAUGES (P. 70) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P. 82) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 93) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 11, 28) SHIFT LEVER (P. 206) REAR VIEW MIRROR WITH COMPASS (P. 179) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 115) ...(P. 11, 35) HEATING/COOLING SYSTEM CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 106) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 94) GLOVE BOX (P. 99) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 190) FUEL FILL DOOR PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE PEDAL (P. 97) (P. 189) Vehicle with rear entertainment system is shown. REAR A/C CONTROL (P. 113) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 101) : If equipped...
Main Menu Your Vehicle at a Glance INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS(P. 61) GAUGES (P. 70) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P. 82) MIRROR CONTROLS (P. 93) DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG (P. 11, 28) SHIFT LEVER (P. 206) REAR VIEW MIRROR WITH COMPASS (P. 179) AUDIO SYSTEM (P. 115) ...(P. 11, 35) HEATING/COOLING SYSTEM CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P. 106) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P. 94) GLOVE BOX (P. 99) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P. 190) FUEL FILL DOOR PARKING BRAKE RELEASE HANDLE PEDAL (P. 97) (P. 189) Vehicle with rear entertainment system is shown. REAR A/C CONTROL (P. 113) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P. 101) : If equipped...
Owner's Manual
Page 11
...you important information about how to protect yourself and your airbags work. It shows you how to use seat belts. Close and Lock the Doors ...13 2. Adjust the Head Restraints ...15 5. And it tells you how to properly restrain infants and children in Front ...55... Additional Safety Precautions ...56 Carbon Monoxide Hazard ...57 Safety Labels ...58 Driver and Passenger Safety 7 2008 Pilot Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...18 Advice for Pregnant...
...you important information about how to protect yourself and your airbags work. It shows you how to use seat belts. Close and Lock the Doors ...13 2. Adjust the Head Restraints ...15 5. And it tells you how to properly restrain infants and children in Front ...55... Additional Safety Precautions ...56 Carbon Monoxide Hazard ...57 Safety Labels ...58 Driver and Passenger Safety 7 2008 Pilot Maintain a Proper Sitting Position ...18 Advice for Pregnant...
Owner's Manual
Page 13
... (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (9) Door Locks (10) Side Airbags (11) Side Curtain Airbags However, you and your passengers can take full advantage of these features unless you and your passengers. 9 2008 Pilot Main Menu Table Of Contents Your Vehicle's Safety Features (9) (10) (7) (3) (1) (4) (11) Your vehicle...
... (4) Head Restraints (5) Collapsible Steering Column (6) Seat Belts (7) Front Airbags (8) Front Seat Belt Tensioners (9) Door Locks (10) Side Airbags (11) Side Curtain Airbags However, you and your passengers can take full advantage of these features unless you and your passengers. 9 2008 Pilot Main Menu Table Of Contents Your Vehicle's Safety Features (9) (10) (7) (3) (1) (4) (11) Your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
Page 17
Driver and Passenger Safety Adjust the driver's seat as far to the rear as possible while allowing you can be sure the doors and the tailgate are closed . CONTINUED 13 2008 Pilot In addition to adjusting the seat, you to a stop. If you can adjust the steering wheel up and down (see page 78... ). If you sit too close to lock the doors, and page 66 for how to the steering wheel or dashboard, you cannot get far...
Driver and Passenger Safety Adjust the driver's seat as far to the rear as possible while allowing you can be sure the doors and the tailgate are closed . CONTINUED 13 2008 Pilot In addition to adjusting the seat, you to a stop. If you can adjust the steering wheel up and down (see page 78... ). If you sit too close to lock the doors, and page 66 for how to the steering wheel or dashboard, you cannot get far...
Owner's Manual
Page 26
...to make sure the buckle is out of the way and will not get closed in the door. All seat belts have a lockable retractor that must be activated to help restrain your hips. ... or sudden stop, the retractor automatically locks the belt to secure a child seat (see page 49 ). The belt will retract, but it out only as far as needed. 22 2008 Pilot Guide the belt across your body....in the center seat of the belt is pulled all positions except the driver's have an emergency locking retractor. For more information about the detachable anchor (see page 15 for how to move freely ...
...to make sure the buckle is out of the way and will not get closed in the door. All seat belts have a lockable retractor that must be activated to help restrain your hips. ... or sudden stop, the retractor automatically locks the belt to secure a child seat (see page 49 ). The belt will retract, but it out only as far as needed. 22 2008 Pilot Guide the belt across your body....in the center seat of the belt is pulled all positions except the driver's have an emergency locking retractor. For more information about the detachable anchor (see page 15 for how to move freely ...
Owner's Manual
Page 46
... or fatally injured. (See pages 49 and 50 for how to activate and deactivate the lockable retractor.) Use the childproof door locks to accidental injury or death. 42 2008 Pilot If you are not wearing a seat belt in a vehicle. Never let two children use . children learn how to ...unlock vehicle doors, turn on a hot day can die from opening the rear doors. This can prevent For example, infants and small ...
... or fatally injured. (See pages 49 and 50 for how to activate and deactivate the lockable retractor.) Use the childproof door locks to accidental injury or death. 42 2008 Pilot If you are not wearing a seat belt in a vehicle. Never let two children use . children learn how to ...unlock vehicle doors, turn on a hot day can die from opening the rear doors. This can prevent For example, infants and small ...
Owner's Manual
Page 63
...Hazard Warning Button ...77 Rear Window Defogger ...77 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...78 Keys and Locks ...79 Immobilizer System...80 Ignition Switch ...81 Door Locks ...82 Power Door Locks ...82 Tailgate ...82 Childproof Door Locks ...83 Remote Transmitter ...83 Seat Heaters ...86 Seats ...87 Head Restraints ...91 Mirrors ... Sun Visor ...101 Vanity Mirror ...101 Accessory Power Sockets...101 Interior Lights ...102 Instruments and Controls 59 2008 Pilot Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of ...
...Hazard Warning Button ...77 Rear Window Defogger ...77 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...78 Keys and Locks ...79 Immobilizer System...80 Ignition Switch ...81 Door Locks ...82 Power Door Locks ...82 Tailgate ...82 Childproof Door Locks ...83 Remote Transmitter ...83 Seat Heaters ...86 Seats ...87 Head Restraints ...91 Mirrors ... Sun Visor ...101 Vanity Mirror ...101 Accessory Power Sockets...101 Interior Lights ...102 Instruments and Controls 59 2008 Pilot Main Menu Instruments and Controls This section gives information about the controls and displays that contribute to the daily operation of ...
Owner's Manual
Page 64
Main Menu Table Of Contents Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.61) GAUGES(P.70) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.82) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.93) SHIFT LEVER (P.206) REAR VIEW MIRROR WITH COMPASS (P.179) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.115) HEATING/COOLING SYSTEM CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.106) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.94) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.190) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.189) : PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.97) REAR A/C CONTROL (P.113) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.101) If equipped. 60 2008 Pilot
Main Menu Table Of Contents Control Locations INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS (P.61) GAUGES(P.70) POWER DOOR LOCK SWITCH (P.82) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.93) SHIFT LEVER (P.206) REAR VIEW MIRROR WITH COMPASS (P.179) AUDIO SYSTEM (P.115) HEATING/COOLING SYSTEM CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (P.106) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.94) HOOD RELEASE HANDLE (P.190) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.189) : PARKING BRAKE PEDAL (P.97) REAR A/C CONTROL (P.113) ACCESSORY POWER SOCKET (P.101) If equipped. 60 2008 Pilot
Owner's Manual
Page 65
... OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.62, 282) DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN MONITOR (P.66) TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR (P.65) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.33, 63) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.21, 62) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.63) The U.S. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. : If equipped. 61 2008 Pilot instrument panel is shown.
... OIL PRESSURE INDICATOR (P.62, 282) DOOR AND TAILGATE OPEN MONITOR (P.66) TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR (P.65) SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR (P.33, 63) SEAT BELT REMINDER INDICATOR (P.21, 62) ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) INDICATOR (P.63) The U.S. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text. : If equipped. 61 2008 Pilot instrument panel is shown.
Owner's Manual
Page 73
This indicator goes off the light switch, this indicator will also sound when you open the driver's door. Instruments and Controls 69 2008 Pilot It reminds you that the exterior lights are on the fog lights. A reminder chime will stay on for scheduled maintenance. Maintenance Minder ...either the or position. See page 237 for more information, see page 75 . If you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position without turning off when your vehicle in the information display. The maintenance main items and sub items will be displayed in for a few...
This indicator goes off the light switch, this indicator will also sound when you open the driver's door. Instruments and Controls 69 2008 Pilot It reminds you that the exterior lights are on the fog lights. A reminder chime will stay on for scheduled maintenance. Maintenance Minder ...either the or position. See page 237 for more information, see page 75 . If you turn the ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position without turning off when your vehicle in the information display. The maintenance main items and sub items will be displayed in for a few...
Owner's Manual
Page 79
...switch to signal a right turn. High Beams Push the lever forward until you open the driver's door. Parking and indicator lights 4. Main Menu Table Of Contents Turn Signals and Headlights Turn Signal Push ... Flash high beams 7. To signal a lane change, push lightly on with the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position, you will return to the low beams. Instruments and Controls To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly...headlights are on (see page 67 ). The high beams will come on low beam. 75 2008 Pilot Turn signal 2. Headlights 5.
...switch to signal a right turn. High Beams Push the lever forward until you open the driver's door. Parking and indicator lights 4. Main Menu Table Of Contents Turn Signals and Headlights Turn Signal Push ... Flash high beams 7. To signal a lane change, push lightly on with the ignition switch in the ACCESSORY (I) or the LOCK (0) position, you will return to the low beams. Instruments and Controls To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly...headlights are on (see page 67 ). The high beams will come on low beam. 75 2008 Pilot Turn signal 2. Headlights 5.
Owner's Manual
Page 83
... keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. The master key fits all the locks on them immediately with your keys. The valet key works only in the ignition and the driver's door lock. If they get a lost key replaced. Do not drop the keys or... vehicle. Instruments and Controls Protect the keys from liquids. These keys contain electronic circuits that are damaged. Do not try to take it apart. 79 2008 Pilot
... keys away from direct sunlight, high temperature, and high humidity. Use only Honda-approved key blanks. The master key fits all the locks on them immediately with your keys. The valet key works only in the ignition and the driver's door lock. If they get a lost key replaced. Do not drop the keys or... vehicle. Instruments and Controls Protect the keys from liquids. These keys contain electronic circuits that are damaged. Do not try to take it apart. 79 2008 Pilot
Owner's Manual
Page 85
... returns to turn the key, the shift lever must push the key in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I ), ON (II), and START (III). The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I ) position and open the driver's door. ON (II) This is the normal key position when driving. Main Menu Table...engine. Instruments and Controls The shift lever must be in Park, and you must be in Park before you leave the key in slightly. 81 2008 Pilot LOCK (0) You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position. START (III) Use this position. You will hear a ...
... returns to turn the key, the shift lever must push the key in the LOCK (0) or the ACCESSORY (I ), ON (II), and START (III). The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I ) position and open the driver's door. ON (II) This is the normal key position when driving. Main Menu Table...engine. Instruments and Controls The shift lever must be in Park, and you must be in Park before you leave the key in slightly. 81 2008 Pilot LOCK (0) You can operate the audio system and the accessory power sockets in this position. START (III) Use this position. You will hear a ...
Owner's Manual
Page 86
... the hatch glass, and to pull it down, then press down on either front door, press the lock tab down on the driver's door. Main Menu Table Of Contents Door Locks Power Door Locks MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH The lock tab on page 57 . 82 2008 Pilot To close the tailgate, use the inner handle to prevent exhaust gas from the outside...
... the hatch glass, and to pull it down, then press down on either front door, press the lock tab down on the driver's door. Main Menu Table Of Contents Door Locks Power Door Locks MASTER DOOR LOCK SWITCH The lock tab on page 57 . 82 2008 Pilot To close the tailgate, use the inner handle to prevent exhaust gas from the outside...
Owner's Manual
Page 87
... security system (if equipped) will go out. CONTINUED Instruments and Controls Unlock LOCK BUTTON LED Lock LOCK LEVER The childproof door locks are designed to unlock the driver's door. LOCK Press this button once to prevent children seated in the rear from inside regardless...Contents Childproof Door Locks, Remote Transmitter Childproof Door Locks Remote Transmitter PANIC BUTTON UNLOCK BUTTON UNLOCK Press this button once to unlock the other doors and the tailgate. With the lever in the ignition switch. 83 2008 Pilot You cannot lock it twice to lock all doors and the...
... security system (if equipped) will go out. CONTINUED Instruments and Controls Unlock LOCK BUTTON LED Lock LOCK LEVER The childproof door locks are designed to unlock the driver's door. LOCK Press this button once to prevent children seated in the rear from inside regardless...Contents Childproof Door Locks, Remote Transmitter Childproof Door Locks Remote Transmitter PANIC BUTTON UNLOCK BUTTON UNLOCK Press this button once to unlock the other doors and the tailgate. With the lever in the ignition switch. 83 2008 Pilot You cannot lock it twice to lock all doors and the...
Owner's Manual
Page 88
... ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Separate the transmitter by your fingernail. 84 2008 Pilot To cancel panic mode, press any liquid. Do not immerse the transmitter in any other button on the button to lock or unlock the doors, replace the battery as soon as possible. If you lose a transmitter, the replacement...
... ignition switch to the ON (II) position. Separate the transmitter by your fingernail. 84 2008 Pilot To cancel panic mode, press any liquid. Do not immerse the transmitter in any other button on the button to lock or unlock the doors, replace the battery as soon as possible. If you lose a transmitter, the replacement...
Owner's Manual
Page 103
Lock or unlock the glove box with a firm push. The front beverage holders can damage the... Compartment Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the console forward and you close the rear doors. To open glove box can cause serious injury to your passengers. Spilled liquids can be installed under the slide.... a cellular phone, a small notepad, and business cards in the interior. Pivot the door of the handle. Always keep the glove box closed while driving. 99 2008 Pilot A spilled liquid that is wearing the seat belt. Be careful when you or your passenger...
Lock or unlock the glove box with a firm push. The front beverage holders can damage the... Compartment Glove Box Open the glove box by pulling the bottom of the console forward and you close the rear doors. To open glove box can cause serious injury to your passengers. Spilled liquids can be installed under the slide.... a cellular phone, a small notepad, and business cards in the interior. Pivot the door of the handle. Always keep the glove box closed while driving. 99 2008 Pilot A spilled liquid that is wearing the seat belt. Be careful when you or your passenger...
Owner's Manual
Page 180
... doors from the outside with the key or the remote transmitter. Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to break into your vehicle and valuables from the dashboard or the wiring is cut. 176 2008 Pilot The horn sounds and a combination of the monitor display, ...manually check the hood. The security system automatically sets 15 seconds after you lock the doors, hood, and the tailgate. Since it .
... doors from the outside with the key or the remote transmitter. Do not attempt to alter this system or add other devices to break into your vehicle and valuables from the dashboard or the wiring is cut. 176 2008 Pilot The horn sounds and a combination of the monitor display, ...manually check the hood. The security system automatically sets 15 seconds after you lock the doors, hood, and the tailgate. Since it .
Owner's Manual
Page 294
... Light Driver's side Rear Power Window Front Passenger's Power Window Front Accessory Socket Small Light Interior Light Power Door Lock Back Up Moonroof Moonroof Passenger's Side Rear Power Window : Canadian models : Canadian models 290 2008 Pilot Amps. Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 10 A 20 A 20 A 15 A 15...
... Light Driver's side Rear Power Window Front Passenger's Power Window Front Accessory Socket Small Light Interior Light Power Door Lock Back Up Moonroof Moonroof Passenger's Side Rear Power Window : Canadian models : Canadian models 290 2008 Pilot Amps. Amps. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 20 A 20 A 20 A 20 A 10 A 20 A 20 A 15 A 15...
Owner's Manual
Page 318
... ...248 Checking ...192 Proper Solution ...248 Temperature Gauge ...71 Conversation Mirror ...100 Crankcase Emissions Control System...302 Cruise Control Operation ...177 Customer Service Information...308 Doors Locking and Unlocking ...82 DOT Tire Quality Grading ...296 Driver and Passenger Safety ...7 Driving ...203 Economy ...193 DVD Player ...144 DVD Player Error Message ...173 D ...Indicator ...282 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...283 Overheated Engine ...280 Emergency Brake ...97 Emergency Flashers ...77 Emergency Towing ...285 Emissions Controls...302 Emissions Testing ...305 II 2008 Pilot
... ...248 Checking ...192 Proper Solution ...248 Temperature Gauge ...71 Conversation Mirror ...100 Crankcase Emissions Control System...302 Cruise Control Operation ...177 Customer Service Information...308 Doors Locking and Unlocking ...82 DOT Tire Quality Grading ...296 Driver and Passenger Safety ...7 Driving ...203 Economy ...193 DVD Player ...144 DVD Player Error Message ...173 D ...Indicator ...282 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...283 Overheated Engine ...280 Emergency Brake ...97 Emergency Flashers ...77 Emergency Towing ...285 Emissions Controls...302 Emissions Testing ...305 II 2008 Pilot