Owner's Manual
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... Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved 2011 Pilot 2011 Pilot Online Reference Owner's Manual Owner's Identification Form Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) ...65 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, rear entertainment, security, cruise control, and HomeLink ) ...191 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...393 Driving (engine and transmission operation...
... Honda Motor Co., Inc. - All Rights Reserved 2011 Pilot 2011 Pilot Online Reference Owner's Manual Owner's Identification Form Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance (main controls) ...3 Driver and Passenger Safety (seat belts, SRS, and child protection) ...5 Instruments and Controls (indicators, gauges, multi-information display, dashboard, and steering column) ...65 Features (climate control, audio, steering wheel, rear entertainment, security, cruise control, and HomeLink ) ...191 Before Driving (fuel, vehicle break-in, and cargo loading) ...393 Driving (engine and transmission operation...
Owner's Manual
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... Canada only) A summary of the warranties covering your warranty manual for detailed information. Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to handle them . Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; Driving The proper way to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column. Refer to your new vehicle, and how to protect children...
... Canada only) A summary of the warranties covering your warranty manual for detailed information. Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to handle them . Instruments and Controls Explains the purpose of each instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; Driving The proper way to use the controls on the dashboard and steering column. Refer to your new vehicle, and how to protect children...
Owner's Manual
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... the navigation system manual. Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ FRONT FOG LIGHTS 3 (P.126) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.432) PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM SWITCH 3 (P.386) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM 3 (P.173) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.171) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.138) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.165) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.395) GLASS HATCH RELEASE BUTTON/ POWER TAILGATE SWITCH 3 HORN 1 (P.145) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE VOICE CONTROL HANDLE (P.169) BUTTONS 2 Vehicle with navigation system. If equipped 4WD models only 4 2011 Pilot STEERING WHEEL AUDIO...
... the navigation system manual. Your Vehicle at a Glance HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ FRONT FOG LIGHTS 3 (P.126) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.432) PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM SWITCH 3 (P.386) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM 3 (P.173) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.171) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.138) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.165) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.395) GLASS HATCH RELEASE BUTTON/ POWER TAILGATE SWITCH 3 HORN 1 (P.145) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE VOICE CONTROL HANDLE (P.169) BUTTONS 2 Vehicle with navigation system. If equipped 4WD models only 4 2011 Pilot STEERING WHEEL AUDIO...
Owner's Manual
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... heavy items on the front passenger seat, or placing heavy items in the front seat, the airbag is automatically turned off . How Your Side Airbags Work If you ever have a moderate to be turned off . If it . When the passenger airbag gets turned off by the weight sensors, a ''passenger airbag off indicator in the center of the front passenger's seat. 32 2011 Pilot Second-row passengers should not wedge objects or intentionally...
... heavy items on the front passenger seat, or placing heavy items in the front seat, the airbag is automatically turned off . How Your Side Airbags Work If you ever have a moderate to be turned off . If it . When the passenger airbag gets turned off by the weight sensors, a ''passenger airbag off indicator in the center of the front passenger's seat. 32 2011 Pilot Second-row passengers should not wedge objects or intentionally...
Owner's Manual
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......125 Turn Signals and Headlights ...126 Hazard Warning Button ...130 Rear Window Defogger ...130 Instrument Panel Brightness ...131 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...133 Keys and Locks...134 Immobilizer System...135 Ignition Switch ...137 Door Locks ...138 Childproof Door Locks ...144 Tailgate and Glass Hatch...144 Power Tailgate ...145 Remote Transmitter ...150 Seats ...154 Detachable Anchor...162 Seat Heaters ...164 Power Windows ...165 Moonroof ...168 Parking Brake ...169 Mirrors ...170 Driving Position Memory System...173 Interior Lights ...176 Interior Convenience Items ...179 Center Console...
......125 Turn Signals and Headlights ...126 Hazard Warning Button ...130 Rear Window Defogger ...130 Instrument Panel Brightness ...131 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...133 Keys and Locks...134 Immobilizer System...135 Ignition Switch ...137 Door Locks ...138 Childproof Door Locks ...144 Tailgate and Glass Hatch...144 Power Tailgate ...145 Remote Transmitter ...150 Seats ...154 Detachable Anchor...162 Seat Heaters ...164 Power Windows ...165 Moonroof ...168 Parking Brake ...169 Mirrors ...170 Driving Position Memory System...173 Interior Lights ...176 Interior Convenience Items ...179 Center Console...
Owner's Manual
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... 2011 Pilot Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ FRONT FOG LIGHTS 3 (P.126) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.432) PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM SWITCH 3 (P.386) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM 3 (P.173) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.171) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.138) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.165) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.395) GLASS HATCH RELEASE BUTTON/ POWER TAILGATE SWITCH 3 HORN 1 (P.145) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE VOICE CONTROL HANDLE (P.169) BUTTONS 2 Vehicle with navigation system. STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS 3 HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.130) (P.311) BLUETOOTH...
... 2011 Pilot Controls Near the Steering Wheel HEADLIGHT/TURN SIGNAL/ FRONT FOG LIGHTS 3 (P.126) VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST SYSTEM OFF SWITCH (P.432) PARKING SENSOR SYSTEM SWITCH 3 (P.386) DRIVING POSITION MEMORY SYSTEM 3 (P.173) MIRROR CONTROLS (P.171) POWER DOOR LOCK MASTER SWITCH (P.138) POWER WINDOW SWITCHES (P.165) FUEL FILL DOOR RELEASE HANDLE (P.395) GLASS HATCH RELEASE BUTTON/ POWER TAILGATE SWITCH 3 HORN 1 (P.145) PARKING BRAKE RELEASE VOICE CONTROL HANDLE (P.169) BUTTONS 2 Vehicle with navigation system. STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS 3 HAZARD WARNING BUTTON (P.130) (P.311) BLUETOOTH...
Owner's Manual
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... ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position. Turn signal 2. Off 3. Fog lights on : If equipped Turning the switch to the '' '' position turns on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. 1. Pull it back to return to low beams. To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it or complete a turn. The high beams stay on as long as a reminder. Headlights...
... ignition switch to the ACCESSORY (I) or LOCK (0) position. Turn signal 2. Off 3. Fog lights on : If equipped Turning the switch to the '' '' position turns on the parking lights, taillights, instrument panel lights, side-marker lights, and rear license plate lights. 1. Pull it back to return to low beams. To flash the high beams, pull the lever back lightly, then release it or complete a turn. The high beams stay on as long as a reminder. Headlights...
Owner's Manual
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... move the shift lever out of these features as described on the following pages. Instruments and Controls 1. To change the ''AUTO DOOR LOCK'' setting, see page 117 . Door Locks Auto Door Locking/Unlocking On vehicles without navigation system Auto Door Locking On vehicles without navigation system To turn off , and the parking brake is off or change the settings for each of the Park (P) position. Make all the time. Turn the ignition switch to automatically lock and unlock. To change the ''AUTO DOOR UNLOCK...
... move the shift lever out of these features as described on the following pages. Instruments and Controls 1. To change the ''AUTO DOOR LOCK'' setting, see page 117 . Door Locks Auto Door Locking/Unlocking On vehicles without navigation system Auto Door Locking On vehicles without navigation system To turn off , and the parking brake is off or change the settings for each of the Park (P) position. Make all the time. Turn the ignition switch to automatically lock and unlock. To change the ''AUTO DOOR UNLOCK...
Owner's Manual
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... the driver's side temperature, the passenger's side temperature, and the temperature of airflow. The rear temperature is shown in the system's display. 3. You will , as quickly as possible, raise or lower the interior temperature to your vehicle maintains the interior temperature you select. The system automatically selects the proper mix of the center console. 200 2011 Pilot Using Automatic Climate Control The automatic climate control system...
... the driver's side temperature, the passenger's side temperature, and the temperature of airflow. The rear temperature is shown in the system's display. 3. You will , as quickly as possible, raise or lower the interior temperature to your vehicle maintains the interior temperature you select. The system automatically selects the proper mix of the center console. 200 2011 Pilot Using Automatic Climate Control The automatic climate control system...
Owner's Manual
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.... Features 201 2011 Pilot For example, if the driver's side of AUTO mode. Climate Control System When you set temperature. When you press a fan control button, the fan is taken out of the vehicle is getting too much sun, the system will see LOCK on the system display of the front and rear control panels, the temperature of the rear passenger compartment is updated automatically by the navigation...
.... Features 201 2011 Pilot For example, if the driver's side of AUTO mode. Climate Control System When you set temperature. When you press a fan control button, the fan is taken out of the vehicle is getting too much sun, the system will see LOCK on the system display of the front and rear control panels, the temperature of the rear passenger compartment is updated automatically by the navigation...
Owner's Manual
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... climate control panel. Mode Control Each time you press the mode button, the mode display changes from to decrease it. To adjust each temperature, press either of the temperature control buttons ( or ) on the back of the center console. Features CONTINUED 205 2011 Pilot Press the button to . When is selected, air flows from the lower vents. To shut off the rear climate control system...
... climate control panel. Mode Control Each time you press the mode button, the mode display changes from to decrease it. To adjust each temperature, press either of the temperature control buttons ( or ) on the back of the center console. Features CONTINUED 205 2011 Pilot Press the button to . When is selected, air flows from the lower vents. To shut off the rear climate control system...
Owner's Manual
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... have your vehicle. Since lighting and wiring vary with the connector in the glove box. To connect the connector: 1. Also see page 441 for the trailer lights. TRAILER HITCH Towing Equipment 7-PIN TRAILER CONNECTOR Connecting the Trailer Connectors On Touring models LID RETAINING TAB RETAINING TAB SOCKET 7-PIN TRAILER CONNECTOR 7-PIN TRAILER CONNECTOR Your vehicle has a class 3 trailer hitch as standard equipment. The jumper harness and trailer brake fuse are...
... have your vehicle. Since lighting and wiring vary with the connector in the glove box. To connect the connector: 1. Also see page 441 for the trailer lights. TRAILER HITCH Towing Equipment 7-PIN TRAILER CONNECTOR Connecting the Trailer Connectors On Touring models LID RETAINING TAB RETAINING TAB SOCKET 7-PIN TRAILER CONNECTOR 7-PIN TRAILER CONNECTOR Your vehicle has a class 3 trailer hitch as standard equipment. The jumper harness and trailer brake fuse are...
Owner's Manual
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... TURN/ STOP (RED) GROUND (BLACK) BACK LIGHT (YELLOW) B CHARGE (BLUE) RIGHT TURN/ STOP (WHITE) ELECTRIC BRAKE (BROWN/ WHITE) Trailer Jumper Harness On Touring models GROUND (BLACK) ELECTRIC BRAKE (BROWN/WHITE) BRAKE LIGHTS (SKY BLUE) BRAKE (20A) (BLUE) Driving 7-PIN TRAILER SOCKET Refer to install the controller for wiring information. The trailer jumper harness is used to the above illustrations for the electric trailer brakes. Insert the connector securely into the secondary under-hood fuse box (see Trailer Brakes...
... TURN/ STOP (RED) GROUND (BLACK) BACK LIGHT (YELLOW) B CHARGE (BLUE) RIGHT TURN/ STOP (WHITE) ELECTRIC BRAKE (BROWN/ WHITE) Trailer Jumper Harness On Touring models GROUND (BLACK) ELECTRIC BRAKE (BROWN/WHITE) BRAKE LIGHTS (SKY BLUE) BRAKE (20A) (BLUE) Driving 7-PIN TRAILER SOCKET Refer to install the controller for wiring information. The trailer jumper harness is used to the above illustrations for the electric trailer brakes. Insert the connector securely into the secondary under-hood fuse box (see Trailer Brakes...
Owner's Manual
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... driving skills and techniques. The hitch, safety chains, and any other attachments are within limits. The lights and brakes on and in good condition and properly inflated. For your vehicle's handling and performance, so driving with pump octane number of others, take time to check the following: The vehicle has been properly serviced, and the suspension and the cooling system are in good condition. Driving Safely With a Trailer The added weight, length...
... driving skills and techniques. The hitch, safety chains, and any other attachments are within limits. The lights and brakes on and in good condition and properly inflated. For your vehicle's handling and performance, so driving with pump octane number of others, take time to check the following: The vehicle has been properly serviced, and the suspension and the cooling system are in good condition. Driving Safely With a Trailer The added weight, length...
Owner's Manual
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...454 Maintenance Information ...455 Fluid Locations...470 Engine Compartment Covers...471 Adding Engine Oil ...472 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...473 Engine Coolant ...475 Windshield Washers ...477 Automatic Transmission Fluid...478 Rear Differential Fluid ...480 Transfer Assembly Fluid ...480 Brake Fluid ...481 Power Steering Fluid ...482 Timing Belt ...482 Lights ...483 Dust and Pollen Filter ...490 Cleaning the Seat Belts ...490 Floor Mats ...491 Wiper Blades ...492 Tires ...496 Checking the Battery ...504 Vehicle Storage ...505 Interior Care ...506 Maintenance 453 2011 Pilot If...
...454 Maintenance Information ...455 Fluid Locations...470 Engine Compartment Covers...471 Adding Engine Oil ...472 Changing the Engine Oil and Filter ...473 Engine Coolant ...475 Windshield Washers ...477 Automatic Transmission Fluid...478 Rear Differential Fluid ...480 Transfer Assembly Fluid ...480 Brake Fluid ...481 Power Steering Fluid ...482 Timing Belt ...482 Lights ...483 Dust and Pollen Filter ...490 Cleaning the Seat Belts ...490 Floor Mats ...491 Wiper Blades ...492 Tires ...496 Checking the Battery ...504 Vehicle Storage ...505 Interior Care ...506 Maintenance 453 2011 Pilot If...
Owner's Manual
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... differential fluid changed at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in very low temperatures (under these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots Suspension components Driveshaft boots Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Exhaust system Fuel lines and connections Symbol 1 2 Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element If you drive in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles...
... differential fluid changed at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in very low temperatures (under these items: Tie rod ends, steering gear box, and boots Suspension components Driveshaft boots Brake hoses and lines (including ABS/VSA) All fluid levels and condition of fluids Exhaust system Fuel lines and connections Symbol 1 2 Maintenance Sub Items Rotate tires Replace air cleaner element If you drive in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles...
Owner's Manual
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...4.2 US qt (4.0 ) 6.9 US qt (6.5 ) 1 : U.S. vehicles Windshield Canadian washer vehicles reservoir Engine coolant Engine oil Front Rear 190.9 in (4,850 mm) 78.5 in (1,995 mm) 70.9 in (1,802 mm) 1 72.7 in (1,846 mm) 2 109.3 in (2,775 mm) 67.7 in (1,720 mm) 67.5 in the engine 538 2011 Pilot Specifications Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Track Capacities Fuel tank Change 1 Total Change 2 Including filter Without filter Total 2WD Change Automatic Total transmission 4WD Change fluid Total Change Rear Total differential fluid (4WD) Change Transfer Total assembly fluid (4WD) U.S.
...4.2 US qt (4.0 ) 6.9 US qt (6.5 ) 1 : U.S. vehicles Windshield Canadian washer vehicles reservoir Engine coolant Engine oil Front Rear 190.9 in (4,850 mm) 78.5 in (1,995 mm) 70.9 in (1,802 mm) 1 72.7 in (1,846 mm) 2 109.3 in (2,775 mm) 67.7 in (1,720 mm) 67.5 in the engine 538 2011 Pilot Specifications Dimensions Length Width Height Wheelbase Track Capacities Fuel tank Change 1 Total Change 2 Including filter Without filter Total 2WD Change Automatic Total transmission 4WD Change fluid Total Change Rear Total differential fluid (4WD) Change Transfer Total assembly fluid (4WD) U.S.
Owner's Manual
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... (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ...435 F Fan, Interior ...193, 202 Features, Comfort and Convenience ...191 Filling the Fuel Tank ...395 Filters Dust and Pollen ...490 Oil ...473 Flashers, Hazard Warning...130 Flat Tire, Changing a ...509 Floor Mats ...491 Fluids Automatic Transmission...478 Brake ...481 Power Steering...482 Rear Differential ...480 Transfer Assembly ...480 Windshield Washer ...477 FM Stereo Radio Reception ...308 Fog Lights ...128 Folding the Second Seat ...160 H Halogen Headlight Bulbs...483 HandsFreeLink ...361 HFL Buttons...361 Hazard Warning Flashers...130 G Gas Mileage...
... (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ...435 F Fan, Interior ...193, 202 Features, Comfort and Convenience ...191 Filling the Fuel Tank ...395 Filters Dust and Pollen ...490 Oil ...473 Flashers, Hazard Warning...130 Flat Tire, Changing a ...509 Floor Mats ...491 Fluids Automatic Transmission...478 Brake ...481 Power Steering...482 Rear Differential ...480 Transfer Assembly ...480 Windshield Washer ...477 FM Stereo Radio Reception ...308 Fog Lights ...128 Folding the Second Seat ...160 H Halogen Headlight Bulbs...483 HandsFreeLink ...361 HFL Buttons...361 Hazard Warning Flashers...130 G Gas Mileage...
Owner's Manual
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..., 72 START (Ignition Key Position) ...137 Starting the Engine...411 Auto Control Mode...411 In Cold Weather at High Altitude ...412 With a Dead Battery ...517 Steam Coming from Engine ...519 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...133 Anti-theft Column Lock ...137 Buttons ...311, 350, 361 Stereo Sound System ...208, 209, 226, 252 Storage Compartment ...182 Storing Your Vehicle ...505 Sunglasses Holder ...183 Sun Visor...184 Supplemental Restraint System Servicing...
..., 72 START (Ignition Key Position) ...137 Starting the Engine...411 Auto Control Mode...411 In Cold Weather at High Altitude ...412 With a Dead Battery ...517 Steam Coming from Engine ...519 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...133 Anti-theft Column Lock ...137 Buttons ...311, 350, 361 Stereo Sound System ...208, 209, 226, 252 Storage Compartment ...182 Storing Your Vehicle ...505 Sunglasses Holder ...183 Sun Visor...184 Supplemental Restraint System Servicing...
Owner's Manual
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... towing in certain conditions (see page 482 ). 2011 Pilot Do not use ATF (see page 446 ). Service Information Summary Gasoline: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 472 ). Oil change capacity (including filter): 4.5 US qt (4.3 ) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission fluid) (see page 479 ). 4WD models only Rear Differential Fluid: Honda VTM-4 Differential Fluid (see page 480 ). 4WD models only Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid...
... towing in certain conditions (see page 482 ). 2011 Pilot Do not use ATF (see page 446 ). Service Information Summary Gasoline: Unleaded gasoline, pump octane number of power steering fluid as a temporary replacement (see page 472 ). Oil change capacity (including filter): 4.5 US qt (4.3 ) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Honda Genuine ATF-Z1 (automatic transmission fluid) (see page 479 ). 4WD models only Rear Differential Fluid: Honda VTM-4 Differential Fluid (see page 480 ). 4WD models only Brake Fluid: Honda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3 preferred, or a DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid...