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2019 Honda PILOT Owner's Guide

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2019

OWNER'S GUIDE

Summary of Contents for Pilot 2019

Page 1: ...31TG7G31 OG10061 00X31 TG7 G311 owners honda com U S myhonda ca Canada 2019 Honda PILOT Owner s Guide 2018 Honda Motor Co Ltd All Rights Reserved Printed in U S A 2019 OWNER S GUIDE ...

Page 2: ...uipped with an event data recorder EDR The main purpose of an EDR is to record in certain crash or near crash like situations such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or less The EDR...

Page 3: ... in the United States and Canada throughout your 3 year 36 000 mile warranty term Services include jump starting flat tire and lockout assistance towing and more limitations apply Call 866 864 5211 U S or 800 465 7587 Canada TABLE OF CONTENTS VISUAL INDEX 1 Steering Wheel and Nearby Controls 1 Dashboard and Nearby Controls 2 SAFETY INFORMATION 3 Important Safety Information 3 Seat Belts 5 Airbags ...

Page 4: ...ttery Strength 123 Jump Starting 123 Overheating 124 Emergency Engine Stop 126 Emergency Towing 126 Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS with Tire Fill Assist 127 Changing a Tire 129 Fuse Locations 133 MAINTENANCE 135 Safety Precautions 135 Maintenance MinderTM 136 Under the Hood 139 Engine Oil 141 Engine Coolant 144 Checking the Battery 145 Window Washer Fluid 145 Brake Fluid 145 Changing Wiper B...

Page 5: ...ondition Engaging in cell phone conversation or other activities that keep you from paying close attention to the road other vehicles and pedestrians could lead to a crash Remember situations can change quickly and only you can decide when it is safe to divert some attention away from driving n Important Handling Information Your vehicle has higher ground clearance than a passenger vehicle designe...

Page 6: ...ing the engine Seat Belts A seat belt is your best protection in all types of collisions Airbags are designed to supplement seat belts not replace them So even though your vehicle is equipped with airbags make sure you and your passengers always wear your seat belts and wear them properly n Lap Shoulder Seat Belts All seven or eight seating positions are equipped with lap shoulder seat belts with ...

Page 7: ... 3 Position the lap part of the belt as low as possible across your hips then pull up on the shoulder part of the belt so the lap part fits snugly This lets your strong pelvic bones take the force of a crash and reduces the chance of internal inquiries 4 If necessary pull up on the belt again to remove any slack then make sure that the belt rests across the center of your chest and over your shoul...

Page 8: ... passenger during a moderate to severe side impact They are housed SAFETY INFORMATION 8 in the outside edge of the driver s and front passenger s seat backs Both are marked SIDE AIRBAG n Side Curtain Airbags Side curtain airbags help protect the heads of the driver and passengers in outer seating positions during a moderate to severe side impact The side curtain airbags equipped in this vehicle ar...

Page 9: ...lt tensioners may not work properly when they are needed Ignoring the SRS indicator can result in serious injury or death if the airbag systems or tensioners do not work properly Have your vehicle checked by a dealer as soon as possible if the SRS indicator alerts you to a possible problem SAFETY INFORMATION 10 Passenger Airbag Off Indicator The indicator comes on to alert you that the front passe...

Page 10: ...possible problem with the airbag system or seat belt tensioners 11 Safing sensor 12 A rollover sensor that can detect if your vehicle is about to roll over and signal the control unit to deploy both side curtain airbags n Airbag Care You do not need to and should not perform any maintenance on or replace any airbag system components yourself However you should have your vehicle inspected by a deal...

Page 11: ...t or wrap one around their neck can result in serious injury or death Instruct children not to play with any seat belt and make sure any unused seat belt a child can reach is buckled fully retracted and locked SAFETY INFORMATION 14 n Protecting Infants An infant must be properly restrained in a rear facing reclining child seat until the infant reaches the seat maker s weight or height limit for th...

Page 12: ...o that they can be secured with a lap belt or the lap part of a lap shoulder belt In addition the child seat manufacturer may advise that a seat belt be used to attach a LATCH compatible seat once a child reaches a specified weight Please read the child seat owner s manual for proper installation instructions Important considerations when selecting a child seat Make sure the child seat meets the f...

Page 13: ...nstructions for that system permit the use of inner anchors with the stated spacing n Installing a Child Seat with a Lap Shoulder Seat Belt SAFETY INFORMATION 18 A child seat can be installed with a lap shoulder belt in any rear seat or if absolutely necessary the front passenger seat 1 Place the child seat on the vehicle seat 2 Route the seat belt through the child seat according to the seat manu...

Page 14: ...ld s knees bend comfortably over the edge of the seat The shoulder belt crosses between the child s neck and arm The lap part of the seat belt is as low as possible touching the child s thighs The child can stay seated for the whole trip If a lap shoulder belt cannot be used properly position the child in a booster seat in a rear seating position For the child s safety check that the child meets t...

Page 15: ...r Honda Canada Inc To contact Transport Canada s Defect Investigations and Recalls Division you may call 1 800 333 0510 For more information on reporting safety defects or about motor vehicle safety go to tc gc ca roadsafety SAFETY INFORMATION 22 INSTRUMENT PANEL Learn about the indicators gauges and displays related to driving the vehicle Indicators briefly appear with each engine start and then ...

Page 16: ...ce and restart the engine Adaptive Cruise Control ACC There is a problem with the system Condition Indicators These indicators may require you to perform an action 1 If equipped INSTRUMENT PANEL 24 U S Canada Parking Brake Release the parking brake before driving You will hear a beep if you drive with it not fully released Seat Belt Reminder Make sure seat belts are fastened for you and all passen...

Page 17: ...h beams on Exterior lights on Auto High Beam System on ECON mode on 1 If equipped INSTRUMENT PANEL 26 Driver Information Interface Consists of several displays that provide you with useful information INSTRUMENT PANEL 27 ...

Page 18: ... tailgate n Walk Away Auto Lock When you walk away from the vehicle while carrying the remote transmitter the doors and tailgate can automatically lock if the following conditions are met The remote transmitter is within a range of 5 feet 1 5 m All doors and the tailgate are closed There is not an additional remote transmitter inside the vehicle Follow these steps 1 Exit the vehicle close the door...

Page 19: ...itch to lock all doors and the tailgate VEHICLE CONTROLS 30 n Childproof Door Locks The childproof door locks prevent the rear doors from being opened from the inside regardless of the position of the lock tab Slide the lever in the rear door to the lock position and close the door Open the door using the outer door handle Note To open the door from the inside when the childproof door lock is on p...

Page 20: ...g the Tailgate Press the tailgate release button and lift up the tailgate to open it n Closing the Tailgate Grab the inner handle and pull the tailgate down Push it closed from the outside 1 If equipped VEHICLE CONTROLS 32 Power Window Operation The power windows can be opened and closed by using the switches on the doors when the vehicle is on The switches on the driver s side can be used to open...

Page 21: ...CONTROLS 34 switch in the front of the ceiling to open and close the panoramic roof Opening or closing the panoramic roof on someone s hands or fingers can cause serious injury Make sure all hands and fingers are clear of the panoramic roof before opening or closing it Interior and Exterior Lights Operate interior and exterior lights when the vehicle is on or off n Brightness Control Adjust instru...

Page 22: ...including headlights Turn fog lights 1 on or off VEHICLE CONTROLS 36 n Cargo Area Lights Located on the rear ceiling in front of the tailgate ON position Cargo lights remain on Tailgate activated The light comes on when you open the tailgate and goes off when closed OFF position Cargo area lights remain off One Touch Turn Signal Use this quick and convenient method to signal a lane change Lightly ...

Page 23: ...rk properly Do not place an object that reflects light on the dashboard Keep the windshield around the camera clean When cleaning the windshield be careful not to apply windshield cleanser to the camera lens Do not attach an object sticker or film in the area around the camera Do not touch the camera lens If the camera receives a strong impact or requires repair consult a dealer If you see the mes...

Page 24: ... Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Transport Canada recommends that drivers allow at least 10 inches 25 cm between the center of the steering wheel and the chest Front Power Seats 1 1 If equipped VEHICLE CONTROLS 40 Front Manual Seats 1 Sitting too close to a front airbag can result in serious injury or death if the front airbags inflate Always sit as far back from the front airbags as pos...

Page 25: ... of the back of the occupant s head should rest against the center of the restraint The tops of the occupant s ears should be level with the center height of the restraint For a head restraint system to work properly Do not hang any items on the head restraints or from the restraint legs 1 If equipped VEHICLE CONTROLS 42 Do not place any objects between an occupant and the seat back Install each r...

Page 26: ...ust or fold down the second row seats adjust or fold down the third row seats and access third row seats n Adjusting the Third Row Passenger s Seats Pull up the right strap to change the angle of the right hand seat back or the left strap for the left and center seat backs VEHICLE CONTROLS 44 n Third Row Seat Access Models with button type Pressing the button on the seat back or seat cushion tilts...

Page 27: ...ing wheel height and distance from your body can be adjusted so that you can comfortably grip the steering wheel in an appropriate driving posture VEHICLE CONTROLS 46 1 Push down the steering wheel adjustment lever 2 Move the steering wheel up down in or out 3 Pull up the lever to lock the steering wheel in place Adjusting the steering wheel position while driving may cause you to lose control of ...

Page 28: ...vehicle when reversing The mirror returns to its original position when you shift out of Reverse Homelink Universal Transceiver 1 Program your vehicle to operate up to three remote controlled devices around your home such as garage doors lighting or home security systems using the buttons on the ceiling n Training a Button Park near the system you want to program and follow the instructions in the...

Page 29: ...rence as quickly as possible Note Climate control operation is affected during auto idle stop operation 1 See Auto Idle Stop n Front Operation Climate Control System 1 If equipped VEHICLE CONTROLS 50 n Rear Operation Rear Operation from the Front Panel Rear Operation from the Rear Panel n Heated Windshield Button 4 Turn the vehicle on Press the heated windshield button to de ice the windshield 4 C...

Page 30: ...ators on Twice The MID setting two indicators on Three times The LO setting one indicator on Four times The OFF setting no indicators on Heat induced burns are possible when using seat heaters Persons with a diminished ability to sense temperature e g persons with diabetes lower limb nerve damage or paralysis or with sensitive skin should not use the seat heaters 1 If equipped VEHICLE CONTROLS 52 ...

Page 31: ...ct Set then press the selector knob Models with Display Audio Using the Settings menu on the audio information screen 1 Press the HOME icon then select Settings 2 Select System 3 Select Date Time 4 Select Set Date Time 5 Use the Up or Down arrow to set the time 6 Select Save VEHICLE CONTROLS 54 AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY Learn how to operate the vehicle s audio system Basic Audio Operation Connect aud...

Page 32: ...ontrols You can operate certain functions of the audio system using the steering wheel controls Models with Color Audio SOURCE Button Cycles through audio modes Volume Bar Press To increase the volume Press To decrease the volume Buttons When listening to the radio Press To select the next preset radio station Press To select the previous preset radio station Press and hold To select the next stro...

Page 33: ...uetooth Audio Press To skip to the next song Press To go back to the beginning of the current or previous song n Adjusting the Sound Press the sound button and rotate the selector knob to scroll through the following choices Bass Balance Treble Fader Sub woofer Speed sensitive Volume Compensation Rotate the selector knob to adjust the sound setting then press the selector knob 1 If equipped AUDIO ...

Page 34: ...hone call listen to music and more Visit the Apple Carplay website for more information Park in a safe place before connecting your iPhone and launching any compatible apps Phone Access the contact list make phone calls or listen to voice mail Messages Check and reply to text messages or have messages read to you Music Play music stored on your iPhone Maps Display Apple Maps and use the navigation...

Page 35: ...ernet using Wi Fi and browse websites or use online services on the audio information screen If your phone has cell hotspot capabilities the system can be tethered to the phone Use the following steps to setup 1 Select Home 2 Select Settings 3 Select Connections 4 Select Wi Fi 5 Select Change Mode 6 Select Network or HotSpot then Save To change the Wi Fi settings select Network Options or HotSpot ...

Page 36: ...n USB Updating Download the update 1 From the Home screen select System Updates then via USB 2 Connect a USB drive into the front right side 1 USB port see USB Port 1 If equipped AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY 64 3 Once the system finishes copying to the USB drive disconnect the drive and connect it to your computer 4 Follow the link to download the updated files See usb honda com for more details Install...

Page 37: ...da 1 If equipped AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY 66 To learn about additional features such as multi channel preset replay or SportsFlash see your Owner s Manual at owners honda com U S or myhonda ca Canada iPod Play and operate an iPod 14 through the vehicle s audio system Connect your device to the USB port see USB Port Models with Color Audio Models with Display Audio 14 iPod and iPhone are trademarks o...

Page 38: ...he touchscreen to search for tracks stored on the iPod 1 Select Browse 2 Select the items on that menu USB Flash Drive Your audio system reads and plays sound files on a USB flash drive in either MP3 WMA or AAC 1 format Connect your USB flash drive to the USB port then press the MEDIA button 1 If equipped AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY 68 Models with Color Audio Models with Display Audio n Searching for M...

Page 39: ... 490 7351 for any HandsFreeLink related inquiry Standard data rates apply with your phone service provider Models with Color Audio AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY 70 Models with Display Audio n Searching for Music Models with Color Audio 1 Make sure that your phone is paired and connected to HFL 2 Press the MEDIA button until the Bluetooth Audio mode is selected Applicable laws may prohibit the operation o...

Page 40: ...f CDs may cause them to get stuck inside or damage the audio unit Rear Entertainment System RES 1 Rear passengers can enjoy a different audio or entertainment source than front passengers including movies games and other audio choices 1 If equipped AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY 72 n Operating the System from the Front To operate the system set the power mode to ON or ACCESSORY Select Rear Entertainment t...

Page 41: ...ls or insert a damaged disc Inserting these types of discs may cause them to get stuck or damage the audio unit n Overhead Screen Pull down the screen to the first or second detent until it latches AUDIO AND CONNECTIVITY 74 This vehicle s overhead mounted display includes mercury containing components Upon removal or replacement please reuse recycle or dispose of as hazardous waste n Wireless Head...

Page 42: ...cting the Accessibility Function 1 Press the Power button on the remote from the rear seat 2 Select Accessibility and then press the Enter button on the remote The following items are available Enable Accessibility Turns the accessibility mode ON or OFF The default setting is OFF Speed of Audio Output Adjusts to increase or decrease the speed of audio output Enable 3 Key Push Turns the 3 button pu...

Page 43: ...to select an item on the screen then press to select Models with Display Audio BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK HFL 78 Pick up button Press to go directly to the phone screen of the driver information interface or to answer an incoming call Hang up button Press to end a call Back button Press to go back to the previous screen or cancel a command Talk button Press to access Voice Portal buttons Press to sel...

Page 44: ...h This may vary by phone 6 A notification appears on the screen if pairing is successful Models with Display Audio Use the touchscreen to make and enter selections 1 If equipped BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK HFL 80 1 Press the Home button 2 Select Phone 3 Select Connect Phone 4 Make sure your phone is in search or discoverable mode then select Connect New Device HFL automatically searches for a Bluetoot...

Page 45: ...otate the selector knob to select Phonebook then press the selector knob BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK HFL 82 3 The phonebook is stored alphabetically Rotate the selector knob to select the initial then press the selector knob 4 Rotate the selector knob to select a name then press the selector knob 5 Rotate the selector knob to select a number then press the selector knob Dialing starts automatically Mo...

Page 46: ...tact is successfully stored To remove the Favorite Contact select the star icon again n Using Speed Dial Models with Color Audio Make calls quickly using stored speed dial entries or call history numbers 1 Press the Phone button 2 Rotate the selector knob to select Speed Dial then press the selector knob 3 Rotate the selector knob to select a number then press the selector knob Dialing starts auto...

Page 47: ...re some examples of Siri Commands Call John Smith Read my new text message Find a nearby sushi restaurant Remind me to pick up dinner Set up a meeting at 3 p m Play song XYZ Note Any requests that include visual feedback from Siri on your phone are not displayed in the vehicle Certain commands rely on the iPhone s features and existing apps BLUETOOTH HANDSFREELINK HFL 86 To hear turn by turn direc...

Page 48: ...e Saved Recent Cancel Route n Talk Button Tips The system recognizes commands in the Voice Command Index see Voice Portal Commands When using the Talk button wait for a beep before saying a command To bypass the system prompts simply press the Talk button again to say your command Speak in a clear natural voice Reduce all background noise Adjust the dashboard vents away from the microphone in the ...

Page 49: ...search tools 3 Select Address 4 Enter the house number and street name 5 Select Done or a suggestion 6 Select your destination from the list 7 Select Go to set the route to your destination Routing After a destination is set you can alter or cancel your route n Map Legend NAVIGATION 90 Using the navigation system while driving can take your attention away from the road causing a crash in which you...

Page 50: ...you have any animals on board do not let them move freely in the vehicle Securely close and lock all doors and the tailgate Adjust your seating position mirrors and steering wheel properly DRIVING 92 Make sure items placed on the floor behind the front seats cannot roll under the seats Everyone in the vehicle must fasten their seat belt Make sure that the indicators in the instrument panel come on...

Page 51: ... to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle Overloading or improper loading can affect handling and stability and cause a crash in which you can be hurt or killed Follow all load limits and other loading guidelines in this guide DRIVING 94 In addition the total weight of the vehicle all occupants accessories cargo and trailer tongue load must not ex...

Page 52: ... the ground and the bottom of the trailer hitch 3 Connect the fully loaded trailer to the hitch 4 Measure the distance between the ground and the bottom of the trailer hitch again 5 Subtract the second measurement from the first measurement then refer to the following table If the difference becomes more than indicated in the table distribute the load or remove cargo as needed How to weigh the tra...

Page 53: ...rive Towing Behind A Motorhome Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motorhome If your vehicle needs to be towed in an emergency refer to Emergency Towing Remote Engine Start 1 You can remotely start the engine on using the smart entry remote When started remotely the engine automatically shuts off after 10 minutes of idling and or the brake pedal and ENGINE START STOP button have not ...

Page 54: ... START STOP button without depressing the accelerator pedal Models without electronic gear selector 1 Make sure the parking brake is applied 2 Check that the transmission is in P then depress the brake pedal Although it is possible to start the vehicle in N it is safer to start it in P 3 Press the ENGINE START STOP button without depressing the accelerator pedal Note The engine is harder to start ...

Page 55: ...ed without confirming that Park P is engaged Always keep your foot on the brake pedal until you have confirmed that P is shown on the gear position indicator When you change from D to R and vice versa or want to change to Park P come to a complete stop and keep the brake pedal applied Operating the gear buttons before the vehicle has come to a complete standstill can damage the transmission Auto p...

Page 56: ...system off The amber auto idle stop indicator comes on Press the button again to turn it on Braking Slow down or stop your vehicle and keep it from moving when parked DRIVING 104 n Foot Brake Press the brake pedal to slow down or stop your vehicle from moving Your vehicle is equipped with disc brakes at all four wheels A vacuum power assist helps reduce the effort needed on the brake pedal The bra...

Page 57: ... the performance of the engine air conditioning system and cruise control 1 If equipped DRIVING 106 Ambient Meter The color of the ambient meter changes to green to indicate that the vehicle is being driven in a fuel efficient manner Vehicle Stability Assist VSA System Helps to stabilize the vehicle during cornering if the vehicle turns more or less than what was intended It assists in maintaining...

Page 58: ...nintentionally crossing over detected lane markings and or leaving the roadway altogether Collision Mitigation Braking System CMBS Can assist you when there is a possibility of your vehicle colliding with a vehicle or a pedestrian detected in front of yours The CMBS is designed to alert you when a potential collision is determined as well as to reduce your vehicle speed to help minimize collision ...

Page 59: ...icle s set speed to keep the vehicle s set following interval from the vehicle ahead DRIVING 110 If a vehicle detected ahead of you slows down abruptly or if another vehicle cuts in front of you a beep sounds and BRAKE appears on the driver information interface to alert you ACC has limited braking capability When your vehicle speed drops below 22 mph 35 km h ACC will automatically cancel and no l...

Page 60: ...he LKAS button to turn the system off n Important Safety Reminder LKAS is for your convenience only It is not a substitute for your vehicle control The system does not work if you take your hands off the steering wheel or fail to steer the vehicle Do not place an object on the top of the instrument panel It may reflect onto the windshield and prevent the system from detecting lane lines properly R...

Page 61: ...Visual and audible warning light brake application DRIVING 114 Stage 3 Visual and audible warning strong brake application n Changing Settings Determine the warning timing The vehicle must be in Park P 1 From the HOME screen select Settings 2 Select Vehicle 3 Select Driver Assist System Setup 4 Select Forward Collision Warning Distance 5 Select Long Normal or Short 6 Press BACK to exit the menu n ...

Page 62: ...lly confirm that it is safe to change lanes before doing so may result in a crash and serious injury or death Do not rely only on the blind spot information system when changing lanes Always look in your mirrors to either side of your vehicle and behind you for other vehicles before changing lanes LaneWatch 1 Allows you to check the passenger side rear areas displayed on the audio information scre...

Page 63: ...ange the gear to Reverse Select On of Off Dynamic Guidelines Guidelines move as you turn the steering wheel Select On or Off 4 Press BACK to exit the menu The rear camera view is restricted You cannot see the corner ends of the bumper or what is underneath the bumper Its unique lens also makes objects appear closer or farther than they actually are Visually confirm that it is safe to drive before ...

Page 64: ...zle fully When the tank is full the nozzle clicks off automatically Wait about 5 seconds before removing the filler nozzle 5 Close the fuel fill door DRIVING 120 Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel Stop the engine and keep heat sparks and flame away Handle fuel only outdoors Wipe up spills immediately Refueling from a Portable Fuel C...

Page 65: ...on interface with information on how to start the engine 1 Touch the back of the remote transmitter to the ENGINE START STOP button while the indicator is flashing 2 With the brake pedal pressed press the ENGINE START STOP button within 10 seconds When you carry the remote transmitter for example in a pocket or purse and it is outside the vehicle and within range about 32 inches or 80 cm you can l...

Page 66: ...ars on the display 1 First thing to do 1 Immediately park the vehicle in a safe place Turn off all accessories and turn on the hazard warning lights 2 If no steam or spray is present Keep the vehicle running and open the hood See Under the Hood If steam or spray is present Turn off the engine and wait until it subsides Then open the hood See Under the Hood 3 Check that the cooling fan is operating...

Page 67: ...equipment The operator loads your vehicle on the back of a truck This is the best way to transport your vehicle HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED 126 2WD models Wheel lift equipment The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the front tires and lift them off the ground The rear tires remain on the ground This is an acceptable way to tow your vehicle Trying to lift or tow your vehicle by the bumpers ...

Page 68: ...Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as ...

Page 69: ...king point Make sure that the jacking point tab is resting in the jack notch 3 Raise the vehicle using the jack handle bar and the jack handle until the tire is off the ground 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 Do not use the jack if it ...

Page 70: ...e hoist click HANDLING THE UNEXPECTED 132 3 Securely store the jack and wheel nut wrench back into the tool case Store the case in the cargo area Loose items can fly around the interior in a crash and can seriously injure the occupants Store the wheel jack and tools securely before driving Fuse Locations If any electrical devices are not working turn the vehicle off and check to see if any applica...

Page 71: ...ery conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task n Maintenance Safety To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from the battery and all fuel related parts Never leave rags towels or other flammable objects under the hood Heat from the engine and exhaust can ignite them cau...

Page 72: ... appears Independent of the Maintenance Minder information replace the brake fluid every 3 years Independent of the Maintenance Minder information adjust the valves during services A B 1 2 or 3 if they are noisy U S models 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 EP...

Page 73: ...Canadian Models MAINTENANCE 138 Under the Hood MAINTENANCE 139 ...

Page 74: ... either the hood or the wipers Models with Auto Idle Stop Do not open the hood while the Auto Idle Stop function is activated n Engine Compartment Cover The component parts in the engine compartment are protected by a cover You may need to remove the cover when you perform certain maintenance work Starting at either side lift the outermost edge of the engine compartment cover Pull up on the cover ...

Page 75: ...e Ambient Temperature MAINTENANCE 142 n Adding Oil 1 Unscrew and remove the engine oil fill cap 2 Add oil slowly 3 Reinstall the engine oil fill cap and tighten it securely 4 Wait for three minutes and recheck the engine oil dipstick Do not fill the engine oil above the upper mark Overfilling the engine oil can result in leaks and engine damage n Resetting the Engine Oil Life If you change or repl...

Page 76: ...mmediately they can damage components in the engine compartment Checking the Battery The battery condition is monitored by the sensor on the negative terminal If there is a problem with the sensor a warning message appears on the Driver Information Interface Have your vehicle checked by a dealer The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas during normal operation A spark or flame can cause the bat...

Page 77: ...ange the Rear Wiper Blade 1 Raise the wiper arm off 2 Slide the wiper blade out from the end with the indent 3 Remove the retainers from wiper blade and mount to a new rubber blade 4 Slide the new wiper blade onto the holder Make sure it is engaged correctly then install the wiper blade assembly onto the wiper arm Avoid dropping the wiper arm as it may damage the windshield Tire Information To saf...

Page 78: ...your vehicle can carry Do not exceed this weight 3 The original tire sizes for front rear and spare 4 The proper cold tire pressure for front rear and spare n Tire and Wheel Replacement Replace your tires with radials of the same size load range speed rating and maximum cold tires pressure rating as shown on the tires sidewall Using tires of a different size or construction can cause certain vehic...

Page 79: ...ters 60 aspect ratio tire section height as a percentage of its width R tire construction code radial 18 rim diameter in inches 102 load index code indicating maximum load tire can carry V speed symbol code indicating maximum speed rating n Tire Identification Number TIN The tire identification number TIN is a group of numbers and letters that look like the following example The TIN is located on ...

Page 80: ... wheel than the minimum required by law MAINTENANCE 152 WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Air Conditioning To ensure proper and safe operation the Society of Automotive Engineers SAE...

Page 81: ...et again only after several days of driving under a variety of conditions If a testing facility determines that the readiness codes are not set you may be requested to return at a later date to complete the test or see your dealer MAINTENANCE 154 SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS 155 ...

Page 82: ...ge A If you pull the handle too quickly the system may not have time to confirm the door is unlocked Wait to hear a beep to confirm the door is unlocked If you are wearing gloves the system may be slow to respond Q After my battery was disconnected or went dead the audio system is asking for a code Where do I find this A In most cases you do not need to enter a code Turn on the vehicle then press ...

Page 83: ... for the emissions control system and accessories against defects in materials and workmanship Emissions Control Systems Defects Warranty and Emissions Performance Warranty Covers your vehicle s emissions control systems Time mileage and coverage are conditional Seat Belt Limited Warranty Covers seat belts that fail to function properly Rust Perforation Limited Warranty Covers all exterior body pa...

Page 84: ...ctivity 55 77 Adjusting the Sound 58 Android Auto 62 Apple CarPlay 61 Bluetooth Audio 70 FM AM Radio 65 iPod 67 Rear Entertainment System RES 72 SiriusXM Radio 66 USB Flash Drive 68 USB Port 55 Bluetooth Handsfreelink HFL 80 82 85 Dialing a Number 81 Making a Call 81 Pairing a Phone 80 SMS Text Messaging and E Mail 85 Using Speed Dial 85 Using the Phonebook 82 Braking 104 105 114 Anti Lock Brake S...

Page 85: ... Window 33 Power Windows 33 Wipers 39 40 Intermittent Wipers 40 INDEX 162 DISCLOSURES California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING Operating servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off highway motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust carbon monoxide phthalates and lead which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive...

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