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...how to order) ...557 Index ...I Service Information Summary (fluid capacities and tire pressures) 1 00X31-SZA-6200 © American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - 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...information, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage) ...453 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, jump starting, overheating, and fuses) ...507 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls)...535 Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S.
...how to order) ...557 Index ...I Service Information Summary (fluid capacities and tire pressures) 1 00X31-SZA-6200 © American Honda Motor Co., Inc. - 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...information, fluid checking, minor services, and vehicle storage) ...453 Taking Care of the Unexpected (flat tire, jump starting, overheating, and fuses) ...507 Technical Information (vehicle specifications, tires, and emissions controls)...535 Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S.
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.... Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need to know if you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2011 Pilot Driving The proper way to order manuals and other technical literature. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. plus what you need when you 're... Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to handle them . only) How to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the sections in your vehicle's seat belts,...
.... Index Service Information Summary A summary of the information you need to know if you pull up to the fuel pump. 2 2011 Pilot Driving The proper way to order manuals and other technical literature. Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. plus what you need when you 're... Taking Care of the Unexpected This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and details how to handle them . only) How to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park; Overview of Contents Contents A convenient reference to the sections in your vehicle's seat belts,...
Owner's Manual
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... U.S. If it doesn't come on the multi-information display (see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on after the engine starts. On vehicles with navigation system You will also see page 95 ). 35 2011 Pilot If you see page 72 ). If the indicator comes on at all, you should have the system checked. When...
... U.S. If it doesn't come on the multi-information display (see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on after the engine starts. On vehicles with navigation system You will also see page 95 ). 35 2011 Pilot If you see page 72 ). If the indicator comes on at all, you should have the system checked. When...
Owner's Manual
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... also see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on the multi-information display (see page 95 ). For more information, see page 95 ). 72 2011 Pilot With this happens, have your front airbags. For more information, see page 35 . If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a ... driver's seat position sensor, or the front passenger's weight sensors. If this indicator on for several seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position. This indicator will also see a ''CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM'' message on at a dealer. If it comes on at any other time...
... also see a ''PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF'' message on the multi-information display (see page 95 ). For more information, see page 95 ). 72 2011 Pilot With this happens, have your front airbags. For more information, see page 35 . If it comes on at any other time, it indicates a ... driver's seat position sensor, or the front passenger's weight sensors. If this indicator on for several seconds when you turn the ignition switch to the START (III) position. This indicator will also see a ''CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM'' message on at a dealer. If it comes on at any other time...
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...reminder that you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the VSA or Hill Start Assist systems. On vehicles with the VSA or Hill Start Assist systems. Take your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will also see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message on... the multiinformation display (see that you signal a lane change or turn. If it comes on and stays on at any other drivers cannot see page 95 ). 73 2011 Pilot ...
...reminder that you turn the ignition switch to the ON (II) position, there is a problem with the VSA or Hill Start Assist systems. On vehicles with the VSA or Hill Start Assist systems. Take your vehicle still has normal driving ability, but will also see a ''CHECK VSA SYSTEM'' message on... the multiinformation display (see that you signal a lane change or turn. If it comes on and stays on at any other drivers cannot see page 95 ). 73 2011 Pilot ...
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... knob for 1 second each: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2, 3, 3, 2, 1, 0 (Canada). If the outside temperature is incorrectly displayed, you start your vehicle speed is forming on the road surface. The following sequence will appear for 10 seconds. Gauges Outside Temperature Indicator Except LX models This... near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is under 19 mph (30 km/h). Instruments and Controls 85 2011 Pilot When you can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your trip, the sensor is not fully acclimatized, therefore it up to...
... knob for 1 second each: 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 0 (U.S.) or 0, 1, 2, 3, 3, 2, 1, 0 (Canada). If the outside temperature is incorrectly displayed, you start your vehicle speed is forming on the road surface. The following sequence will appear for 10 seconds. Gauges Outside Temperature Indicator Except LX models This... near freezing (32°F, 0°C) could mean that ice is under 19 mph (30 km/h). Instruments and Controls 85 2011 Pilot When you can cause an incorrect temperature reading when your trip, the sensor is not fully acclimatized, therefore it up to...
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The display changes as shown. For more information, see page 424 . 91 2011 Pilot When the tire pressure monitor is shown on the road surface. You can adjust the outside temperature display (see the pressure of the engine oil. When you start your vehicle speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h). Engine Oil Life...
The display changes as shown. For more information, see page 424 . 91 2011 Pilot When the tire pressure monitor is shown on the road surface. You can adjust the outside temperature display (see the pressure of the engine oil. When you start your vehicle speed is under 19 mph (30 km/h). Engine Oil Life...
Owner's Manual
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The rear wiper will not work if the glass hatch is not fully closed , the rear wiper starts to open the glass hatch while the rear wiper is closed . If you attempt to operate again after a few seconds delay. When you turn on ... 1. Hold past ON to turn the rear window wiper on the rear window wiper, rotate the switch clockwise to spray the rear window washer. 125 2011 Pilot It operates intermittently. 2. When you shift the transmission to spray the window washer. The rear window washer uses the same fluid reservoir as the windshield...
The rear wiper will not work if the glass hatch is not fully closed , the rear wiper starts to open the glass hatch while the rear wiper is closed . If you attempt to operate again after a few seconds delay. When you turn on ... 1. Hold past ON to turn the rear window wiper on the rear window wiper, rotate the switch clockwise to spray the rear window washer. 125 2011 Pilot It operates intermittently. 2. When you shift the transmission to spray the window washer. The rear window washer uses the same fluid reservoir as the windshield...
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... warning lights if you turn it off, the defogger will clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. If you restart the vehicle. 130 2011 Pilot This causes all four outside turn signals and both turn it on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. You have good... visibility before starting to flash. For more information, see page 172 . The rear window defogger will shut itself off the ignition. When cleaning the glass, always wipe ...
... warning lights if you turn it off, the defogger will clear fog, frost, and thin ice from the window. If you restart the vehicle. 130 2011 Pilot This causes all four outside turn signals and both turn it on the inside of the rear window can be accidentally damaged. You have good... visibility before starting to flash. For more information, see page 172 . The rear window defogger will shut itself off the ignition. When cleaning the glass, always wipe ...
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... out, so it up to move it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you start driving. 3. Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to lock the steering wheel in position. 4. Move the steering wheel...
... out, so it up to move it points toward your chest, not toward your face. Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you start driving. 3. Make sure you have securely locked the steering wheel in place by trying to lock the steering wheel in position. 4. Move the steering wheel...
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Use only Honda-approved key blanks. Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on your vehicle. The master key fits all the locks on them immediately ... driver's door lock. They will need this key number if you leave your keys. Do not try to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the immobilizer system. You will not work to take it apart. 134 2011 Pilot Protect the keys from liquids. The valet key does not contain a battery.
Use only Honda-approved key blanks. Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on your vehicle. The master key fits all the locks on them immediately ... driver's door lock. They will need this key number if you leave your keys. Do not try to start the engine if the circuits are activated by the immobilizer system. You will not work to take it apart. 134 2011 Pilot Protect the keys from liquids. The valet key does not contain a battery.
Owner's Manual
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...(II) position again. The system may make your dealer. If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of the key. If the indicator starts to the ON (II) position, the immobilizer system indicator should come on briefly, then go off. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0)... to alter this system or add other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is near the ignition switch when you cannot start the engine, contact your vehicle from theft. key chain) is disabled. Immobilizer System The immobilizer system protects your dealer. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED...
...(II) position again. The system may make your dealer. If the system repeatedly does not recognize the coding of the key. If the indicator starts to the ON (II) position, the immobilizer system indicator should come on briefly, then go off. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0)... to alter this system or add other device) is used, the engine's fuel system is near the ignition switch when you cannot start the engine, contact your vehicle from theft. key chain) is disabled. Immobilizer System The immobilizer system protects your dealer. Instruments and Controls CONTINUED...
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...left or right as a test when you can remove the key from the ACCESSORY (I ) You can insert or remove the key only in slightly. 137 2011 Pilot START (III) Use this position. You will also see a ''REMOVE KEY'' message on as you let go of the indicators on the instrument panel come ...on the multi-information display (see page 96 ). The shift lever must push the key in this position only to start the engine. The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I ) position and open the driver's door. The switch returns to the ON (II) ...
...left or right as a test when you can remove the key from the ACCESSORY (I ) You can insert or remove the key only in slightly. 137 2011 Pilot START (III) Use this position. You will also see a ''REMOVE KEY'' message on as you let go of the indicators on the instrument panel come ...on the multi-information display (see page 96 ). The shift lever must push the key in this position only to start the engine. The ignition switch has four positions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY (I ) position and open the driver's door. The switch returns to the ON (II) ...
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To change the ''AUTO DOOR UNLOCK'' setting, see page 116 . CONTINUED 139 2011 Pilot When you customize the setting, make sure your vehicle is parked safely, the engine is off the Auto Door Lock modes: Your vehicle has customizable ...settings for the doors and tailgate to the ON (II) position, and open the driver's door. The doors and tailgate lock whenever you start driving. Make sure the shift lever is the default setting. Door Locks Auto Door Locking/Unlocking On vehicles without navigation system Auto Door Locking On...
To change the ''AUTO DOOR UNLOCK'' setting, see page 116 . CONTINUED 139 2011 Pilot When you customize the setting, make sure your vehicle is parked safely, the engine is off the Auto Door Lock modes: Your vehicle has customizable ...settings for the doors and tailgate to the ON (II) position, and open the driver's door. The doors and tailgate lock whenever you start driving. Make sure the shift lever is the default setting. Door Locks Auto Door Locking/Unlocking On vehicles without navigation system Auto Door Locking On...
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...settings (see page 173 ). The controls for important safety information and warnings about how to the positions stored in memory. When you start to move to properly position the seats and seatbacks. The indicator in any height and lumbar adjustments. Except EX-L and Touring models The... front passenger's seat adjusts manually. 154 2011 Pilot On EX-L and Touring models The passenger seat has the same adjustments as the driver's seat but without any position. You can ...
...settings (see page 173 ). The controls for important safety information and warnings about how to the positions stored in memory. When you start to move to properly position the seats and seatbacks. The indicator in any height and lumbar adjustments. Except EX-L and Touring models The... front passenger's seat adjusts manually. 154 2011 Pilot On EX-L and Touring models The passenger seat has the same adjustments as the driver's seat but without any position. You can ...
Owner's Manual
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... lowers the seat. Adjusts the seat-back angle forward or backward. Instruments and Controls Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. Seats Moves the whole seat up or down. CONTINUED 155 2011 Pilot Moves the seat forward and backward. Increases or decreases the lumbar support. (Driver's seat only) Moves the front of...
... lowers the seat. Adjusts the seat-back angle forward or backward. Instruments and Controls Make all seat adjustments before you start driving. Seats Moves the whole seat up or down. CONTINUED 155 2011 Pilot Moves the seat forward and backward. Increases or decreases the lumbar support. (Driver's seat only) Moves the front of...
Owner's Manual
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...up to close the window. Instruments and Controls Closing a power window on someone's hands or fingers can weaken the battery, causing hard starting. To open either front door cancels this function. Make sure your passengers are away from going all the way. Turn the ignition ...it to 10 minutes after the seat's temperature drops. AUTO To open a window, push the switch down and hold it . CONTINUED 165 2011 Pilot It can cause serious injury. It does not cycle with temperature changes. In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously. Power Windows DRIVER'S ...
...up to close the window. Instruments and Controls Closing a power window on someone's hands or fingers can weaken the battery, causing hard starting. To open either front door cancels this function. Make sure your passengers are away from going all the way. Turn the ignition ...it to 10 minutes after the seat's temperature drops. AUTO To open a window, push the switch down and hold it . CONTINUED 165 2011 Pilot It can cause serious injury. It does not cycle with temperature changes. In the LO setting, the heater runs continuously. Power Windows DRIVER'S ...
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To cancel this feature, push on the window switch briefly. Start the engine. If the power windows do not injure themselves by your dealer. 166 2011 Pilot Power Windows To close the window, remove the obstacle, then use the window switch again. To stop . AUTO REVERSE If either front window fully, pull ...
To cancel this feature, push on the window switch briefly. Start the engine. If the power windows do not injure themselves by your dealer. 166 2011 Pilot Power Windows To close the window, remove the obstacle, then use the window switch again. To stop . AUTO REVERSE If either front window fully, pull ...
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...it . Turn the key clockwise, then release it . Turn the key counterclockwise, then release it . All four windows and the moonroof start to open. To stop the windows and moonroof, release the button. 3. Power Windows Opening the Windows and Moonroof with the Remote Transmitter ... All four windows and the moonroof start to close : 1. To open . To stop before the desired position, repeat steps 1 and 2. Insert the key in the driver's door lock. 2. Turn the key counterclockwise again, and hold it . CONTINUED 167 2011 Pilot Opening/Closing the Windows and Moonroof with...
...it . Turn the key clockwise, then release it . Turn the key counterclockwise, then release it . All four windows and the moonroof start to open. To stop the windows and moonroof, release the button. 3. Power Windows Opening the Windows and Moonroof with the Remote Transmitter ... All four windows and the moonroof start to close : 1. To open . To stop before the desired position, repeat steps 1 and 2. Insert the key in the driver's door lock. 2. Turn the key counterclockwise again, and hold it . CONTINUED 167 2011 Pilot Opening/Closing the Windows and Moonroof with...
Owner's Manual
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...and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. To turn off this feature, press the button on the bottom of a vehicle behind you start driving. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you, then returns to normal visibility when the lights are gone. Flip the tab on... the bottom edge of the mirror to turn on this feature. 170 2011 Pilot Be sure to reduce glare. On vehicles with the parking brake applied can automatically darken to adjust the mirrors before you . The inside mirror...
...and outside mirrors clean and adjusted for best visibility. To turn off this feature, press the button on the bottom of a vehicle behind you start driving. The night position reduces glare from headlights behind you, then returns to normal visibility when the lights are gone. Flip the tab on... the bottom edge of the mirror to turn on this feature. 170 2011 Pilot Be sure to reduce glare. On vehicles with the parking brake applied can automatically darken to adjust the mirrors before you . The inside mirror...