Honda Pilot (2022 year). Manual in english - page 38

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Exterior Care

Dust off the vehicle body after you drive.
Regularly inspect your vehicle for scratches on painted surfaces. A scratch on a
painted surface can result in body rust. If you find a scratch, promptly repair it.

Wash the vehicle regularly. Wash more frequently when driving in the following
conditions:

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If driving on roads with road salt.

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If driving in coastal areas.

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If tar, soot, bird droppings, insects, or tree sap are stuck to painted surfaces.

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Fold in the door mirrors.

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For models equipped with automatic intermittent wipers, turn the wipers off.

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Make sure to follow the instructions indicated on the automated car wash.

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Keep sufficient distance between the cleaning nozzle and the vehicle body.

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Take particular care around the windows. Standing too close may cause water to
enter the vehicle interior.

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Do not spray high pressure water directly into the engine compartment. Instead,
use low pressure water and a mild detergent.

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Washing the Vehicle

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Using an Automated Car Wash

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Using High Pressure Cleaners

Washing the Vehicle

Do not spray water into the air intake vents. It can
cause a malfunction.

Do not spray water onto the capless unit when the
fuel fill door is open. It can cause damage to the fuel
system or engine.

When using an automated car wash that pulls the
vehicle through with a conveyor, make sure the
transmission in

(

position.

If you want to keep the transmission in

(

position [car wash mode]

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A good coat of automotive body wax helps protect your vehicle’s paint from the
elements. Wax will wear off over time and expose your vehicle’s paint to the
elements, so reapply as necessary.

If you get gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery fluid on resin coated parts, they
may be stained or the coating may peel. Promptly wipe it away using a soft cloth and
clean water.

Wipe using a glass cleaner.

Aluminum is susceptible to deterioration caused by salt and other road
contaminants. When necessary, as early as possible use a sponge and mild detergent
to wipe away these contaminants. Do not use a stiff brush or harsh chemicals
(including some commercial wheel cleaners). These can damage the protective finish
on aluminum alloy wheels, resulting in corrosion. Depending on the type of finish,
the wheels also may lose their luster or appear burnished. To avoid water stains,
wipe the wheels dry with a cloth while they are still wet.

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Applying Wax

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Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts

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Cleaning the Window

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Maintaining Aluminum Wheels

Applying Wax

NOTICE

Chemical solvents and strong cleaners can damage
the paint, metal, and plastic on your vehicle. Wipe
away spills immediately.

Maintaining the Bumpers and Other Resin Coated Parts

Ask a dealer about the correct coating material when
you want to repair the painted surface of the parts
made of resin.

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The inside lenses of exterior lights (headlights, brake lights, etc.) may fog temporarily
if you have driven in the rain, or after the vehicle has been run through a car wash.
Dew condensation also may build up inside the lenses when there is a significant
enough difference between the ambient and inside lens temperatures (similar to
vehicle windows fogging up in rainy conditions). These conditions are natural
processes, not structural design problems in the exterior lights.
Lens design characteristics may result in moisture developing on the light lens frame
surfaces. This also is not a malfunction.
However, if you see large amounts of water accumulation, or large water drops
building up inside the lenses, have your vehicle inspected by a dealer.

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Fogged Exterior Light Lenses

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Accessories and Modifications

Accessories

When installing accessories, check the following:

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Do not install accessories on the windshield. They can obstruct your view and
delay your reaction to driving conditions.

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Do not install any accessories over areas marked SRS Airbag, on the sides or backs
of the front seats, on front or side pillars, or near the side windows.
Accessories installed in these areas may interfere with proper operation of the
vehicle’s airbags or may be propelled into you or another occupant if the airbags
deploy.

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Be sure electronic accessories do not overload electrical circuits or interfere with
proper operation of your vehicle.

Fuses

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Before installing any electronic accessory, have the installer contact a dealer for
assistance. If possible, have a dealer inspect the final installation.

Accessories and Modifications

Honda Genuine accessories are recommended to
ensure proper operation on your vehicle.

WARNING

Improper accessories or modifications can
affect your vehicle’s handling, stability, and
performance, and cause a crash in which
you can be seriously hurt or killed.

Follow all instructions in this owner’s
manual regarding accessories and
modifications.

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Modifications

Do not modify your vehicle in a manner that may affect its handling, stability, or
reliability, or install non-genuine Honda parts or accessories that may have a similar
effect.

Even minor modifications to vehicle systems can affect overall vehicle performance.
Always make sure all equipment is properly installed and maintained, and do not
make any modification to your vehicle or its systems that might cause your vehicle
to no longer meet federal, state, province, territory, and local regulations.

The on-board diagnostic port (OBD-II/SAE J1962 connector) installed on this vehicle
is intended to be used with automobile system diagnostic devices or with other
devices that Honda has approved. Use of any other type of device may adversely
affect the vehicle's electronic systems or allow them to be compromised, possibly
resulting in a system malfunction, drained battery, or other unexpected problems.

Do not modify or attempt to repair any of the electrical components.

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Handling the Unexpected

This chapter explains how to handle unexpected troubles.

Tools

Types of Tools .................................. 612

If a Tire Goes Flat

Changing a Flat Tire ......................... 613

Engine Does Not Start

Checking the Engine ........................ 621

If the Keyless Remote Battery is Weak .. 622

Emergency Engine Stop ................... 623

If the Battery Is Dead

....................... 624

Overheating

How to Handle Overheating............. 627

Indicator, Coming On/Blinking

If the Low Oil Pressure Warning Appears ...629

If the Charging System Indicator Comes

On ................................................. 629

If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp Comes

On or Blinks ................................... 630

If the Brake System Indicator (Red) Comes

On ................................................. 631

If the Electric Power Steering (EPS) System

Indicator Comes On ....................... 631

If the Low Tire Pressure/Tire Pressure

Monitoring System (TPMS) Indicator
Comes On or Blinks........................ 632

If the Transmission System Indicator Blinks

along with the Warning Message .......632

Fuses

Fuse Locations ................................. 633
Inspecting and Changing Fuses........ 637

Emergency Towing

........................... 638

If You Cannot Unlock the Fuel Fill Door

..639

Refueling

Refueling From a Portable Fuel

Container ................................... 640

If You Cannot Open the Tailgate

.... 641

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Tools

Types of Tools

Types of Tools

The tools are stored in the cargo area.

Wheel Nut Wrench/
Jack Handle

Jack

Jack Handle Bar

Funnel

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If a Tire Goes Flat

Changing a Flat Tire

If a tire goes flat while driving, grasp the steering wheel firmly, and brake gradually
to reduce speed. Then, stop in a safe place. Replace the flat tire with a compact
spare tire. Go to a dealer as soon as possible to have the full-size tire repaired or
replaced.

Park the vehicle on a firm, level, non-slippery surface and apply the parking brake.

Put the transmission into

(

Turn on the hazard warning lights and set the power mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).

Changing a Flat Tire

Follow compact spare precautions:
Periodically check the tire pressure of the compact
spare. It should be set to the specified pressure.
Specified Pressure: 60 psi (420 kPa, 4.2 kgf/cm

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When driving with the compact spare tire, keep the
vehicle speed under 50 mph (80 km/h). Replace with
a full-size tire as soon as possible.

The compact spare tire and wheel in your vehicle are
specifically for this model. Do not use them with
another vehicle. Do not use another type of compact
spare tire or wheel with your vehicle.

Do not mount tire chains on a compact spare tire.
If a chain-mounted front tire goes flat, remove one of
the full-size rear tires and replace it with the compact
spare tire. Remove the flat front tire and replace it
with the full-size tire that was removed from the rear.
Mount the tire chains on the front tire.

Do not use a puncture-repairing agent on a flat tire,
as it can damage the tire pressure sensor.

If a Tire Goes Flat

Changing a Flat Tire

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Push the rear edge of the handle on the
floor lid and open the lid.

Pull and remove the cover. Take the wheel
nut wrench and jack-handle bar out of the
rear side compartment.

Loosen the strap, then take the jack out.

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Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire

Changing a Flat Tire

NOTICE

Do not use the jack if it doesn’t work properly. Call
your dealer or a professional towing service.

Handle

Cover

Wheel Nut Wrench

Jack
Handle Bar

Strap

Jack

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Remove the cover and the rubber plug on
the cargo area lining to access the shaft
for the spare tire hoist.

Put the wheel nut wrench with the jack
handle bar on the hoist shaft.
Turn the wrench to the left to lower the
spare tire to the ground.

Keep turning the wheel nut wrench to
create slack in the cable.

Remove the bracket from the spare tire.

Getting Ready to Replace the Flat Tire

The wheel nut wrench supplied with your vehicle is
specially adapted to fit the hoist shaft. Do not use any
other tool.

Cover

Rubber Plug

Jack
Handle Bar

Wheel Nut Wrench

Bracket

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Place a wheel block or rock in front and
rear of the wheel diagonal to the flat tire.

Place the compact spare tire (wheel side
up) under the vehicle body, near the tire
that needs to be replaced.

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Loosen each wheel nut about one turn
using the wheel nut wrench.

Wheel
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The tire to be replaced.

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Place the jack under the jacking point
closest to the tire to be changed.

Turn the end bracket clockwise as shown in
the image until the top of the jack contacts
the jacking point.

Make sure that the jacking point tab is
resting in the jack notch.

Raise the vehicle, using the jack handle bar
and the jack handle, until the tire is off the
ground.

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How to Set Up the Jack

Do not use the jack with people or luggage in the
vehicle.

Use the jack provided in your vehicle.
Other jacks may not support the weight (“load”) or
may not fit the jacking point.

The following instructions must be followed to use
the jack safely:

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Do not use while the engine is running.

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Use only where the ground is firm and level.

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Use only at the jacking points.

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Do not get in the vehicle while using the jack.

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Do not put anything on top of or underneath the
jack.

WARNING

The vehicle can easily roll off the jack,
seriously injuring anyone underneath.

Follow the directions for changing a tire
exactly, and never get under the vehicle
when it is supported only by the jack.

Jacking
Points

Jack Handle Bar

Wheel Nut Wrench as Jack Handle

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Changing a Flat Tire

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Remove the wheel nuts and flat tire.

Wipe the mounting surfaces of the wheel
with a clean cloth.

Mount the compact spare tire.

Screw the wheel nuts until they touch the
lips around the mounting holes, then stop
rotating.

Lower the vehicle and remove the jack.
Tighten the wheel nuts in the order
indicated in the image. Go around,
tightening the nuts, two to three times in
this order.

Wheel nut torque:

94 lbf∙ft (127 N∙m, 13 kgf∙m)

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Replacing the Flat Tire

Replacing the Flat Tire

Do not over tighten the wheel nuts by applying extra
torque using your foot or a pipe.

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Remove the center cap and place the flat
tire face up under the hoist.

Insert the hoist bracket into the center hole
of the flat tire.

Slowly turn the wheel nut wrench clockwise
to take up the hoist cable slack.
Make sure the bracket is seated in the
center hole of the flat tire.

Turn the wheel nut wrench with the jack
handle bar clockwise until the flat tire rests
against the underbody of the vehicle and
you hear the hoist click.

Securely put the jack and wheel nut wrench
back in the tool case. Store the case in the
cargo area.

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Storing the Flat Tire

Storing the Flat Tire

WARNING

Loose items can fly around the interior in a
crash and can seriously injure the
occupants.
Store the jack and tools securely before
driving.

Center Cap

Wheel Nut Wrench

Jack Handle
Bar

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Changing a Flat Tire

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If you replace a flat tire with the spare tire, the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator
comes on while you are driving. After driving for a few miles (kilometers), the
indicator will start blinking for a short time and then stay on.

Tire Pressure

Monitor Problem

appears on the driver information interface, but this is normal.

If you replace the tire with a specified regular tire, the warning message on the
driver information interface and the low tire pressure/TPMS indicator will go off after
a few miles (kilometers).

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TPMS with Tire Fill Assist and the Compact Spare Tire

TPMS with Tire Fill Assist and the Compact Spare Tire

The system cannot monitor the pressure of the spare
tire. Manually check the spare tire pressure to be sure
that it is correct.

Use the TPMS specific wheels. Each is equipped with
a tire pressure sensor mounted inside the tire behind
the valve stem.