Honda 2005 Pilot - Owner's Manual User Manual

2005 Pilot Online Reference Owner's Manual Use these links (and links throughout this manual) to navigate through this reference. For a printed o

You’ll find many safetyrecommendations throughout thissection, and throughout this manual.Therecommendationsonthispageare the ones we consider to be t

Turn on the front and second rowindividual map lights by pushing thelens. Push the lens again to turn itoff. You can also operate these lightswith the

The heating and air conditioningsystems in your vehicle provide acomfortable driving environment inall weather conditions.The standard audio system ha

Vents, Heating, and A/C100TEMPERATURECONTROL DIALRECIRCULATIONBUTTONFAN CONTROLDIALREAR WINDOWDEFOGGER BUTTONMODE CONTROL DIALAIR CONDITIONING BUTTONM

On LX modelsOn EX and EX-L modelsOn EX and EX-L models, turn this dial clockwiseto increase fan speed and increasethe airflow.Turning this dial clockw

The vehicle has two A/C andheater units. The LX units areindependently controlled. The EXunits are controlled by the frontpanel controls, unless the R

Air conditioning, as it cools, removesmoisture from the air. When used incombination with the heater, itmakes the interior warm and dry.This setting i

▲−When you set the temperature to itslower or its upper limit, the systemruns at full cooling or heating only. Itdoes not regulate the interiortempera

Theclimatecontrolsystemhastwosensors. A sunlight sensor is in thetop of the dashboard, and atemperature sensor is next to thesteering column. Do not c

Playing the Radio106PWR/VOLKNOBPWR/VOL KNOBAUTO SELECT BUTTONSCANBUTTONSEEKBUTTONSTUNE/MODEKNOBSEEKBUTTONSAUTO SELECT BUTTONPRESET BUTTONSPWR/VOL KNOB

−−＋−−−The ignition switch must be in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position.Turn the system on by pushing thePWR/VOL knob or the AM/FMbutton. Adjust the

Your vehicle is equipped with manyfeatures that work together toprotect you and your passengersduring a crash.Some features do not require anyaction o

− −−If you aretraveling far from home and can nolonger receive your preset stations,you can use the auto select feature tofind stations in the local a

The radio can receive the completeAM and FM bands.Those bands cover these frequen-cies:AM band: 530 to 1,710 kilohertzFM band: 87.7 to 107.9 megahertz

Radio signals, especially on the FMband, are deflected by large objectssuch as buildings and hills. Yourradio then receives both the directsignal from

Playing a CDFeatures111PWR/VOL KNOBREPEAT INDICATORCD SLOTCD EJECTBUTTONCD SLOTPWR/VOLKNOBPWR/VOLKNOBCD SLOTCD EJECTBUTTONSEEK/SKIP BUTTONSSKIP BUTTON

−−−＋−＋−With the ignition in theACCESSORY (I) or ON (II) position,insert a CD into the CD slot. Thedrive will pull the CD in the rest ofthe way and beg

−＋Press the eject button ( ) toremove the CD. If you eject the CD,but do not remove it from the slot,the system will automatically reloadthe CD after

−−＋If you select an empty slot in themagazine, the changer will, afterfinding that slot empty, try to loadthe CD in the next slot. Thiscontinues until

If you press the eject button whilelistening to the radio or tape, or withthe audio system turned off, the discthat was last selected is ejected.After

When using CD-R discs, use onlyhigh quality CDs labeled for audiouse.When recording a CD-R, therecording must be closed for it tobe used by the system

Error Message Cause SolutionFOCUS ErrorMechanical Error,or a DVD hasbeen loaded in theCD playerHigh TemperaturePress the EJECT button and pull out the

Your vehicle is equipped with seatbelts in all seating positions.Your seat belt system alsoincludes a light on theinstrument panel to remind you andyo

Error Message Cause SolutionFOCUS ErrorNo CD in the CDmagazineMechanical ErrorHigh TemperatureNo CD magazine in theCD changer.Press the magazine EJECT

Playing a TapeFeatures119PWR/VOLKNOBPWR/VOLKNOBTAPE DIRECTIONINDICATORREWBUTTONPLAY/PROG BUTTONFF BUTTONSEEK BUTTONSTAPEEJECTBUTTONTAPEEJECTBUTTONTAPE

▲−−−−＋＊＊The ignition switch must be inACCESSORY (I) or ON (II). Makesure the open side of the tape isfacing right, then insert the tapemost of the way

− Press the RPT buttonto continuously play a song orpassage. You will see RPT displayed.The track will repeat until you pressthe RPT button again.The

If you are playing a CDIf you are playing a tapeIf you are listening to the radio,usetheCHbuttontoskiptothebeginningofthenext track. You will see the

If your vehicle’s battery is discon-nected or goes dead, the audiosystem will disable itself. If thishappens, you will see ‘‘CODE’’ in thefrequencydis

−＋Press and hold the CLOCK (SCAN/RPT) button. Change the hours bypressing the H (preset 4) buttonuntil the numbers advance to thedesired time. Change

Rear Entertainment SystemFeatures125REAR SPEAKERSOFF ICONPAUSEBUTTONPLAYBUTTONSEEK/SKIPBUTTONSREAR POWERBUTTONDVD BUTTONFRONT CONTROLPANEL ENABLEDINDI

Press the REAR PWR button. Toturn on the rear controls (ceilingpanel or remote), press the RRCTRL knob. The system’s iconshows in the right side displ

＊＊−To operate the rear entertainmentsystem from the front panel, turn theRR CTRL knob clockwise. Theamber RR LED comes on to showthat the control pane

Your vehicle has a SupplementalRestraint System (SRS) with frontairbags to help protect the heads andchests of the driver and a front seatpassenger du

−−＋−＋−−Press the PAUSE buttonto pause the DVD. Press the buttonagain or press PLAY to resume.Pause works only with the DVDplayer.Press and hold thebut

▲▼Use the and buttons toselect from the stations on the rearcontrol panel set to the presetbuttons. Pressing the orbutton will cause the system tosear

−−−▲▼▲Press thebutton to skip to the beginningof the next chapter. Press thebuttontoskipbacktothebeginning of the current chapter.To select the menuon

Make sure the rear control operationhas not been disabled with the RRCTRL knob on the front panel.When using the remote control,point it at the rear c

− −−−−▲▼Some DVDs have menus that allowyou to select a dubbed language,subtitles, a chapter list, previews, etc.ThemenucontentswillvaryfromDVD to DVD.

The remote control uses twoAA batteries. To replace thebatteries, put a coin in the notch onthe back. Turn it one-quarter, thenslide the cover off. Re

There are various types of DVDsavailable. Some of them are notcompatible with your system.The DVD player in your RearEntertainment System can playDVDs

Each headphone uses one AAAbattery. The battery is under thecover on the left earpiece. Toremove the cover, insert a coin in theslot and twist it slig

There are three headphoneconnectors for the third seatpassengers. Each connector has itsown volume control.The system will accept auxiliaryinputs from

The security system helps to protectyour vehicle and valuables from theft.The horn sounds and a combinationof headlights, parking lights, sidemarker l

−The rest of this section gives moredetailed information about how youcan maximize your safety.Remember however, that no safetysystem can prevent all

Cruise control allows you to maintainasetspeedabove25mph(40km/h)without keeping your foot on theaccelerator pedal. It should be usedfor cruising on st

You can increase the set cruisingspeed in any of these ways:Press and hold the RESUME/ACCEL button. When you reachthe desired cruising speed, releaset

−The HomeLink UniversalTransceiver built into your vehiclecanbeprogrammedtooperateuptothree remote controlled devicesaround your home, such as garaged

Plug in the garage door openermotor, then test the HomeLinkbutton by pushing it.Press and hold the remote controlbutton and one of the HomeLinkbuttons

Make sure you have properlycompleted the ‘‘TrainingHomeLink’’ procedure.Find the ‘‘Training’’ button on yourgarage door opener unit. Thelocation will

As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

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Before you begin driving yourvehicle, you should know whatgasoline to use and how to check thelevels of important fluids. You alsoneed to know how to

Help assure your vehicle’s futurereliability and performance by payingextra attention to how you driveduring the first 600 miles (1,000 km).During thi

Park with the driver’s side closestto the gas pump.Open the fuel fill door by pullingonthehandletotheleftofthedriver’s seat.Stop filling the tank afte

The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration and TransportCanada recommend that driversallow at least 10 inches (25 cm)between the center of the

Park the vehicle, and set theparking brake. Pull the hoodrelease handle located under thelower left corner of the dashboard.The hood will pop up sligh

Wait a few minutes after turning theengine off before you check the oil.Remove the dipstick again, andcheck the level. It should bebetween the upper a

Try to maintain a constant speed.Everytimeyouslowdownandspeed up, your vehicle uses extrafuel.Usethecruisecontrolwhenappropriate.Combine several short

Your dealer has Honda accessoriesthat allow you to personalize yourvehicle. These accessories havebeen designed and approved for yourvehicle, and are

Some examples are:Larger or smaller wheels and tirescan interfere with the operation ofyour vehicle’s anti-lock brakes andother systems.Any objectatta

Your vehicle has several convenientstorage areas:Glove boxFront door and seat-back pocketsRear cargo area, including thesecond and third row seats whe

−×Steps for determining correct loadlimit:Locate the statement, ‘‘thecombined weight of occupants andcargo should never exceed 850lbs’’ on your vehicl

Store or secure all items that couldbe thrown around and hurtsomeone during a crash.Keep the glove box closed whiledriving. If it is open, a passenger

−Thehooksoneachsideofthetailgate and on the underside of thecargo area storage compartment lidare for plastic grocery bags. To usethe hook on the stor

This section gives you tips onstarting the engine under variousconditions, and how to operate theautomatic transmission. It alsoincludes important inf

Reclining a seat-back so that theshoulder part of the belt no longerrests against the occupant’s chestreduces the protective capability ofthe belt. It

Your vehicle has a higher groundclearance that allows you to travelover bumps, obstacles, and roughterrain. It also provides goodvisibility so you can

Apply the parking brake.In cold weather, turn off allelectrical accessories to reducethe drain on the battery.Make sure the shift lever is inPark. Pre

If the malfunction indicator lampcomes on along with the ‘‘D’’indicator, there is a problem in theautomatic transmission controlsystem. Avoid rapid ac

−−−−To shift from:PtoRRtoPNtoRDto22to11to22toDDtoDDtoNDtoDNtoDRtoNDo this:Press the brake pedal andpull the shift lever towardsyou.Pull the shift leve

−−−This position issimilar to D, except only the firstthree gears are selected. Use Dwhen towing a trailer in hilly terrain,or to provide engine braki

Do this if pushing on the brake pedaland pulling the shift lever does notshift the transmission out of Park:Set the parking brake.Push down on the key

The variable torque management4WD (VTM-4) system automaticallytransfers varying amounts of enginetorque to the rear wheels underlower traction conditi

Your vehicle is equipped with a tirepressure monitoring system (TPMS)that turns on every time you start theengine and monitors the pressure inyour tir

The appropriate tire indicator andlow tire pressure indicator comes onif a tire becomes significantlyunderinflated. Seeon page .The indicator comes on

Always use the parking brake whenyou park your vehicle. Make surethe parking brake is set firmly oryour vehicle may roll if it is on anincline.Set the

Insert the latch plate into the buckle,then tug on the belt to make sure thebelt is securely latched. Also checkthat the belt is not twisted, because

Check the brakes after drivingthrough deep water. Apply thebrakes moderately to see if they feelnormal. If not, apply them gently andfrequently until

If the brake pads need replacing, youwill hear a distinctive, metallicscreeching sound when you applythe brake pedal. If you do not havethe brake pads

If the ABS indicator comes on, theanti-lock function of the brakingsystem has shut down. The brakesstill work like a conventional system,but without a

When VSA activates, you will see theVSA activation indicator blink (seepage ).If the VSA system indicator comeson while driving, pull to the side ofth

If the indicator does not come onwhen the ignition switch is turned toON(II),theremaybeaproblemwith the VSA system. Have yourdealer inspect your vehic

Your vehicle has been designed totow a trailer, as well as for carryingpassengers and their cargo.To safely tow a trailer, you shouldobserve the load

−−−Thebestwaytoconfirmthatallloads are within limits is to checkthem at a public scale.The maximumallowable weight of the vehicle, alloccupants, all c

Number ofOccupants2345678Max. Trailer Weight Max. Tongue LoadNumber ofOccupants2345678Max. Trailer Weight Max. Tongue LoadEquipped with transmission c

To accurately check your loads atthe public scale, the vehicle andtrailer should be fully loded, and alloccupants should stay in the vehiclewhile the

Check the weight of the unhitchedtrailer. Limit: See page .Calculate the tongue load.Subtract the weight in Step 5 fromthe weight in step 6.Limit: See

Position the lap part of the belt aslow as possible across your hips,then pull up on the shoulder part ofthe belt so the lap part fits snugly.This let

Honda requires that any trailer witha total trailer weight of 1,000 lbs (455kg) or more has its own brakes.There are two common types oftrailer brakes

Trailer lights and equipment mustcomply with federal, state, province,and local regulations. Check trailerlight requirements for the areaswhere you pl

Your vehicle tires and spare are ingood condition and properlyinflated.The trailer tires and spare are ingood condition and inflated asrecommended by

If the vehicle’s wheels slip whenretrieving a boat from the water,shift to first gear, and turn on VTM-4lock (see page ). DisengageVTM-4 lock as soon

Your vehicle can be towed behind amotorhome at legal highway speedsup to 65 mph (100 km/h). Do notexceed 65 mph (100 km/h) or severetransmission damag

Your vehicle has been designedprimarily for use on pavement. Butits higher ground clearance and four-wheel drive VTM-4 system allow youto occasionally

Before you leave the pavement, besure to do all scheduled maintenanceand service and that you inspect yourvehicle. Pay special attention to theconditi

If you get stuck, engage the VTM-4Lock (see page ). Carefully try togo in the direction (forward orreverse) that you think will get youunstuck. Do not

You should never use a jack to try toget unstuck. Your vehicle couldeasily slip off the jack and hurt youor someone else.You may be able to safely tow

This section also includesMaintenance Schedules for normaldriving and severe driving conditions,a Maintenance Record, and instruc-tions for simple mai

This could causevery serious injuries in a crash.If a seat belt does not seem to workas it should, it may not protect theoccupant in a crash.Using a s

To eliminate potential hazards, readthe instructions before you begin,and make sure you have the toolsand skills required.To clean parts, use a commer

−−Follow theMaintenance Schedule for SevereConditions if you drive your vehicleMAINLY under one or more of thefollowing conditions.Driving less than 5

＃Your authorized dealer knows yourvehicle best and can providecompetent, efficient service.However, service at a dealer is notmandatory to keep your w

−−−−−−−Youshouldcheckthefollowingitems at the specified intervals. Ifyou are unsure of how to performany check, turn to the appropriatepage listed.Eng

＃＃＊＊＊＊＃Follow the Normal MaintenanceSchedule if the severe drivingconditions specified in the SevereConditions Maintenance Schedule onthe next page do

−＃＃＊＊＃＊Follow the Severe MaintenanceSchedule if you drive your vehicleMAINLY under one or more of thefollowing conditions:Driving in extremely hot [ov

＊＊＊＃194At every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) up to 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or every 6 months, then every 15,000 miles (24,000km) or 1 year.Follow this sch

(for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance RecordMaintenance1953,750 mi7,500 mi11,250 mi15,000 mi18,750 mi22,500 mi26,250 mi30,000 mi33,750 mi37,500

(for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance Record19693,750 mi97,500 mi101,250 mi105,000 mi108,750 mi112,500 mi116,250 mi120,000 mi63,750 mi67,500 mi

(for Normal and Severe Schedules)Maintenance RecordMaintenance197123,750 mi127,500 mi131,250 mi135,000 mi138,750 mi142,500 mi146,250 mi150,000 mimi/km

This Owner’s Manual should be considereda permanent part of the vehicle and shouldremain with the vehicle when it is sold.This Owner’s Manual covers a

If you are pregnant, the best way toprotect yourself and your unbornchild when driving or riding in avehicle is to always wear a seat belt,and keep th

Fluid Locations198RADIATOR CAPENGINE OIL DIPSTICK(Orange loop)BRAKE FLUID(Gray cap)WASHER FLUID(Blue cap)AUTOMATICTRANSMISSIONFLUID DIPSTICK(Yellow lo

Oil is a major contributor to yourengine’s performance and longevity.Always use a premium-grade 5W-20detergent oil displaying the APICertification Sea

Run the engine until it reachesnormal operating temperature,then shut it off.Open the hood and remove theengine oil fill cap. Remove the oildrain bolt

Put a new washer on the drain bolt,then reinstall the drain bolt.Tighten it to:Remove the oil filter and let theremaining oil drain. A specialwrench (

If the reserve tank is completelyempty, you should also check thecoolant level in the radiator.If the coolant level in the reservetank is at or below

When the radiator and engine arecool, relieve any pressure in thecooling system by turning theradiator cap counterclockwise,without pressing down.Remo

Check the fluid level with the engineat normal operating temperature.Park the vehicle on level ground.Shut off the engine.Remove the dipstick (yellow

−−To thoroughly flush thetransmission, the technicianshould drain and refill it withHonda ATF-Z1 (AutomaticTransmission Fluid), then drivethe vehicle

The fluid level should be betweentheMINandMAXmarksonthesideof the reservoir. If the level is at orbelow the MIN mark, your brakesystem needs attention

Check the level on the side of thereservoir when the engine is cold.The fluid should be between theUPPER LEVEL and LOWER LEVEL.If not add power steeri

If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.A passenger who is notwearing a seat belt during a crashor emergency stop can be thrownagain

Theheadlightswereproperlyaimedwhen your vehicle was new. If youregularly carry heavy items in thetrunk, readjustment may be required.Adjustments shoul

Remove the socket from theheadlight assembly by turning itone-quarter turn counterclockwise.To remove the front turn signalbulb, push it in slightly a

Open the tailgate.Remove the two screws, then pullthe rear light assembly straightback to remove it from the body.Remove the socket of the burnedout b

CONTINUEDPull the light assembly out of thetailgate.Remove the socket from the lightassembly by turning it one-quarterturn counterclockwise.Pull the b

Pull the burned out bulb straightout of its socket.Push the new bulb straight intothe socket until it bottoms.Insert the socket back into theheadlight

If you use aftermarket floor matsmake sure they fit properly and thattheycanbeusedwiththefloormatanchors. Do not put additional floormats on top of th

Raise the wiper arm off thewindshield. Raise the driver’s sidefirst, then the passenger’s side.Check the condition of the wiperblades at least every s

Slide the new wiper blade into theholder until the tabs lock.Slide the wiper blade assemblyonto the wiper arm. Make sure itlocks in place.Lower the wi

Keeping the tires properly inflatedprovides the best combination ofhandling, tread life, and ridingcomfort.Underinflated tires wear unevenly,adversely

If you check air pressures when thetires are hot (driven for severalmiles), you will see readings 4 to 6psi (30 to 40 kPa, 0.3 to 0.4 kgf/cm )higher t

The seat belts in all positions exceptthe driver’s have an additionallocking mechanism that must beactivated to secure a child seat (seepage ).All sea

Your tires have wear indicatorsmolded into the tread. When thetread wears down, you will see aband 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wide acrossthe tread. This shows

＋Wheels:Tires:Tires marked ‘‘M S’’ or ‘‘AllSeason’’ on the sidewall have an all-weather tread design suitable formost winter driving conditions.For th

Because your vehicle has limited tireclearance, mount only SAE Class ‘‘S’’cable-type traction devices, withrubber chain tensioners on the fronttires.

−Check the condition of the batterymonthlybylookingatthetestindicator window. The label on thebattery explains the test indicator’scolors.If additiona

Fill the fuel tank.Change the engine oil and filter.Block the rear wheels.If the vehicle is to be stored for alonger period, it should besupported on

...Compact Spare Tire . 224...Changing a Flat Tire . 225...If the Engine Won’t Start . 229...

Use the compact spare tire as atemporary replacement only. Getyour regular tire repaired or replaced,and put it back on your vehicle assoon as you can

Park the vehicle on firm, level, andnon-slippery ground. Put thetransmission in Park. Apply theparking brake.Turn on the hazard warning lights,and tur

△The spare tire is storedunderneath the rear cargo area.Remove the plastic cover on thecargo area lining to access theshaft for the spare tire hoist.P

Use the extension and the wheelnut wrench as shown to raise thevehicle until the flat tire is off theground.Remove the wheel nuts, thenremove the flat

When the tensioners are activated,the seat belts will remain tight untilthey are unbuckled in the normalmanner.For added protection, the front seatbel

Insert the hoist bracket into thecenter hole of the flat tire.Slowly turn the wheel nut wrenchclockwisetotakeuptheslackofthe hoist cable. Make sure th

Diagnosing why the engine won’tstart falls into two areas, dependingon what you hear when you turn thekey to START (III):You hear nothing, or almostno

＋＋There may be an electricalproblem, such as no power to thefuel pump. Check all the fuses(see page ).Ifyoufindnothingwrong,youwillneed a qualified te

−Connect the second jumper cableto the negative ( ) terminal onthe booster battery. Connect theother end to the grounding strapas shown. Do not connec

The pointer of the vehicle’stemperature gauge should stay inthe midrange. If it climbs to the redmark, you should determine thereason (hot day, drivin

If there was no coolant in thereserve tank, you may need to addcoolant to the radiator. Let theengine cool down until the pointerreaches the middle of

Let the vehicle sit for a minute.Open the hood, and check the oillevel (see page ). An enginevery low on oil can lose pressureduring cornering and oth

If your vehicle battery has beendisconnected or gone dead, thesecodes are erased. It takes at leastthree days of driving under variousconditions to se

However, if the brake pedal does notfeel normal, you should takeimmediate action. A problem in onepart of the system’s dual circuitdesign will still g

If your vehicle needs to be towed,call a professional towing service ororganization. Never tow your vehiclewith just a rope or chain. It is verydanger

The dealer should also inspect theanchors for damage and replacethem if needed. If the automatic seatbelt tensioners activate during acrash, they must

The vehicle’s fuses are located infour fuse boxes. The interior fuseboxes are located under thedashboard on the driver’s andpassenger’s side.To open t

If something electrical in yourvehicle stops working, the first thingyoushouldcheckforisablownfuse.Determine from the chart on pagesand , or the diagr

If you cannot drive the vehiclewithout fixing the problem, and youdo not have a spare fuse, take a fuseof the same rating or a lower ratingfrom one of

−−No. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Circuits ProtectedNo. Amps. Circuits Protected No. Amps. Circuits ProtectedAmps.1234567891011121320 A30 A20 A15 A15

−−＊＊＊＊＊No. No.Amps. Amps.Circuits Protected Circuits Protected123456789101112131234567891011121314151615 A10 A7.5 A7.5 A7.5 A15 A7.5 A7.5 A10 A7.5 A7.

Thediagramsinthissectiongiveyou the dimensions and capacities ofyour vehicle, and the locations of theidentification numbers. It alsoincludes informat

Your vehicle has several identifyingnumbers in various places.The vehicle identification number(VIN) is the 17-digit number yourdealer uses to registe

The transmission number is on alabel on top of the transmission.The engine number is stamped intothe engine block. It is on the front.Identification N

−− ＊＊＊＊＊＊＊＊Specifications246DimensionsWeightsCapacitiesAir Conditioning1.90 US gal (7.2 )2.40 US gal (9.1 )4.5 US qt (4.3 )4.2 US qt (4.0 )5.3 US qt (

−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−−SpecificationsTechnical Information247BatteryFusesEngineAlignmentTiresLights60 W/55 W12 V60 psi (420 kPa , 4.2 kgf/cm )32 psi (220 k

Your airbag system includes:Two SRS (Supplemental RestraintSystem) front airbags. The driver’sairbag is stored in the center ofthe steering wheel; the

−Quality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween the tread shoulder and themaximum section width. Forexample:All passenger veh

−−−−−−−−The temperature grades are A (thehighest), B, and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the generation ofheat and its ability to dissipate h

−−−−−−The maximum airpressurethetirecanhold.The maximum load thetire can carry atmaximum air pressure.The tire identification number (TIN)is a group o

＊＊In Canada, Honda vehicles complywith the Canadian emissionrequirements, as specified in anagreement with EnvironmentCanada, at the time they aremanu

The exhaust emissions controlsinclude four systems: PGM-FI,ignition timing control, exhaust gasrecirculation and three way catalyticconverter. These f

The three way catalytic convertercontains precious metals that serveas catalysts, promoting chemicalreactions to convert the exhaustgasses without aff

If you take your vehicle for a stateemissions test shortly after thebattery has been disconnected orgone dead, it may not pass the test.This is becaus

Then drive in city/suburbantraffic for at least 10 minutes.When traffic conditions allow, letthe vehicle coast for severalseconds without using theacc

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Customer Service...Information . 258...Warranty Coverages . 259Reporting Safety Defects...

Automatic front seat belttensioners (see page ).Sensors that can detect amoderate to severe front impact orside impact.Sensors that can detect whether

U.S. Owners:Honda dealership personnel aretrained professionals. They shouldbe able to answer all your questions.If you encounter a problem that yourd

−−−−−−−−−Your new vehicle is covered by thesewarranties:covers your new vehicle, except forthe battery, emissions controlsystems, and accessories, aga

If you believe that your vehicle has adefect which could cause a crash orcould cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform theNational Highway

−＊＊＊＊２００５ＨＯＮThe publications shown below can be purchased from HelmIncorporated. You can order in any of three ways:Detach and mail the order form on

−−−ＳＨＩＰＴＯＰＡＹＭＥＮＴThis manual covers maintenance and recommendedprocedures for repair to engine and chassis components.It is written for the journeyman

CONTINUED...Capacities Chart . 246...Carbon Monoxide Hazard . 53...Carrying Cargo . 153..

...Economy, Fuel . 150...Emergencies on the Road . 223...Battery, Jump Starting . 230...Brake Sy

CONTINUED...Halogen Headlight Bulbs . 212...Hazard Warning Button . 73...Headlights . 71.

...Heater, Seat . 82...Heating and Cooling . 100...High Altitude, Starting at . 159...

CONTINUED.Malfunction Indicator Lamp . 58, 235...Manual Seat Adjustments . 84...Meters, Gauges . 66...

CONTINUEDAfter inflating, the front airbags willimmediately deflate, so they won’tinterfere with the driver’s visibility,or the ability to steer or op

...Remote Control (RES) . 131...Remote Transmitter . 79Replacement Information...Engine Oil and Filter

CONTINUEDHow Your Front Airbags...Work . 25...How Your Side Airbags Work . 28...SRS Compone

Transmission...Checking Fluid Level . 204...Fluid Selection . 204...Identification Number . 244...

Service Information SummaryGasoline:Fuel Tank Capacity:Recommended Engine Oil:Power Steering Fluid:Rear Differential Fluid:Brake Fluid:Tire Pressure (

Your front airbags are also dual-threshold airbags. Airbags with thisfeature have two deploymentthresholds that depend on whetheror not the occupant i

CONTINUEDYour front airbags are also advancedairbags. The main purpose of thisfeature is to help prevent airbag-caused injuries to short drivers andch

One of the best ways to enhance the enjoyment of your new Honda is toread this manual. In it, you will learn how to operate its driving controls andco

Moving the front seat forciblyback against cargo on the seat orfloor behind it.Hanging heavy items on the frontpassenger seat, or placing heavyitems i

There will be some delay betweenthe moment the passenger movesinto or out of the airbag deploymentpathandwhentheindicatorcomeson or goes off.A front s

The SRS indicator alertsyou to a potential problemwith your airbags or seat belttensioners.When you turn the ignition switch toON (II), this indicator

CONTINUEDThis indicator alerts you that thepassenger’s front airbag has beenshut off because weight sensorsdetect an infant or small child maybe in th

Even if yourairbags do not inflate, your dealershould inspect the driver’s seatposition sensor and the frontpassenger’s weight sensors tomake sure the

Together, airbags andseat belts provide the bestprotection.Tampering could causethe airbags to deploy, possiblycausing very serious injury.Improperly

−−−If you have children, or ever need todrive with a child in your vehicle, besure to read this section. It beginswith important general guidelines,th

−Front airbags have been designed tohelp protect adults in a moderate tosevere frontal collision. To do thisthe passenger’s front airbag is quitelarge

−To remind you of the passenger’sfront airbag hazards, and thatchildren must be properly restrainedin a back seat, your vehicle haswarninglabelsonthed

−Many parents say they prefer to putan infant or small child in the frontpassenger seat so they can watch thechild, or because the child requiresatten

−−−−−−Your safety, and the safety of others,is very important. And operating thiscar safely is an importantresponsibility.To help you make informeddec

−During a crash, thebelt could press deep into the childand cause serious or fatal injuries.If they do, theycould be very seriously injured in acrash.

CONTINUEDAn infant must be properlyrestrained in a rear-facing, recliningchild seat until the child reaches theseat maker’s weight or height limitfor

A child who is at least one year old,and who fits within the child seatmaker’s weight and height limits,should be restrained in a forward-facing, upri

Conventional child seats must besecured to a vehicle with a seat belt,whereas LATCH-compatible seatsare secured by attaching the seat tohardware built

After selecting a proper child seat,and a good place to install the seat,there are three main steps ininstalling the seat:All child seats must besecur

Make sure there are no objectsnear the anchors that couldprevent a secure connectionbetween the child seat and theanchors.Move the seat belt buckle or

Whatever type you have, followthe child seat maker’s instructionsfor adjusting or tightening the fit.Lift the head restraint (see page), then route th

When not using the LATCH system,all child seats must be secured to thevehicle with the lap part of a lap/shoulder belt.With the child seat in the desi

After confirming that the belt islocked, grab the shoulder part ofthe belt near the buckle and pullup to remove any slack from thelap part of the belt

Your vehicle has attachment pointsfor a tether-style child seat to beinstalled on the second or third rowas shown.Each second row seat has a tetheranc

These advantages come at some cost. Because your vehicle is taller and rides higher off the ground, it has a highcenter of gravity. This means your ve

Lift the head restraint, then routethe tether strap over the seat-backbetween the legs of the headrestraint.Attach the tether strap hook to thetether

To determine if a lap/shoulder beltproperly fits a child, have the childput on the seat belt, then askyourself:When a child reaches therecommended wei

Does the shoulder belt crossbetween the child’s neck and arm?Is the lap part of the belt as low aspossible, touching the child’sthighs?Will the child

If you decide that a child can safelyride up front, be sure to:Carefully read the owner’s manual,and make sure you understand allseat belt instruction

This could resultin serious neck injuries during acrash.Devices intended toimprove a child’s comfort orreposition the shoulder part of aseat belt can

Your vehicle’s exhaust containscarbon monoxide gas. You shouldhave no problem with carbonmonoxide entering the vehicle innormal driving if you maintai

These labels are in the locationsshown. They warn you of potentialhazards that could cause seriousinjury. Read these labels carefully. Ifa label comes

This section gives information aboutthe controls and displays thatcontribute to the daily operation ofyour vehicle. All the essentialcontrols are with

Control Locations56POWER DOOR LOCKSWITCHESMIRRORCONTROLSPOWER WINDOWSWITCHESHOOD RELEASEHANDLEAUDIO SYSTEMCLIMATE CONTROLSYSTEMFUEL FILL DOORRELEASEPA

＊＊＊＊＊＊CONTINUEDThe U.S. instrument panel is shown. Differences for the Canadian models are noted in the text.Canadian models only12Instrument PanelIns

Your Vehicle at a Glance4GAUGESPOWER DOOR LOCKSWITCHESMIRRORCONTROLSPOWER WINDOWSWITCHESHOOD RELEASEHANDLEAUDIO SYSTEMCLIMATE CONTROLSYSTEMFUEL FILL D

See page .If this indicator comes on when theengine is running, the battery is notbeing charged. For more information,see page .The engine can be seve

This indicator has two functions:This indicator also blinks severaltimes when you turn the ignitionswitch from ON (II) to ACCESSORY(I) or LOCK (0).Thi

Ifitcomesonandstaysonatanyother time, or it does not come onwhen you turn the ignition switch toON (II), there is a problem with theVSA system. Have y

This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn theignition to ON (II).This indicator normally comes on fora few seconds when you turn

The left or right turn signal indicatorblinks when you signal a lane changeor turn. If the indicators do not blinkor blink rapidly, it usually means o

Canadian models only Canadian models onlyThis indicator comes on when youturn the ignition switch to ON (II)with the headlight switch off and theparki

If the indicator blinks while driving,pull to the side of the road when it issafe, shift to Park, and let the engineidle until the indicator goes out.

For the first 6,000 miles (9,600 km)after the Maintenance RequiredIndicator is reset, it will come on fortwo seconds when you turn theignition switch

Each trip meter works independently,so you can keep track of twodifferent distances.The odometer shows the totaldistance your vehicle has beendriven.

±±−−−−− −−−This shows the temperature of theengine’s coolant. During normaloperation, the pointer should risefrom the bottom white mark to aboutthe mi

Your Vehicle at a GlanceYour Vehicle at a Glance5HEADLIGHTS/TURN SIGNALSLIGHT CONTROLSWITCHREMOTE AUDIOCONTROLSSTEERING WHEELADJUSTMENTCRUISE CONTROL

If your fuel cap is loose or missing, a‘‘CHECK FUEL CAP’’ messageappears as text in the odometer/outside temperature display afteryou start the engine

＊To use the horn, press the pad around the ‘‘H’’ logo.Controls Near the Steering WheelInstruments and Controls69VTM-4 LOCKLIGHT CONTROLSWITCHCRUISE CO

−−−−−−−−−MISTOFFINT IntermittentLO Low speedHI High speedWindshield WashersPush the right lever up or down toselect a position.The wipers run at highs

−−−To turn on the highbeams, push the lever forward untilyou hear a click. The blue high beamindicator will come on (see page ).To turn off the high b

The knob on the instrument panelcontrols the brightness of the instru-ment panel lights. Turn the knob toadjust the brightness.The lights will turn on

Make sure the rear window is clearand you have good visibility beforestarting to drive.The defogger wires on the inside ofthe rear window can be accid

Push the lever under the steeringcolumn all the way down.Move the steering wheel so itpoints to your chest, not towardyour face. Make sure you can see

The master key fits all the locks onyour vehicle. The valet key worksonly in the ignition and the doorlocks. You can keep the glove boxlocked when you

As required by the FCC:This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This devicemay not

−−−−The ignition switch has fourpositions: LOCK (0), ACCESSORY(I), ON (II), and START (III).You can insert orremove the key only in this position.To t

6Main Menu

To open the tailgate, pull the handle,then lift up. To close the tailgate, usethe inner handle to pull it down, thenpress down on the back edge.Keep t

−−The childproof door locks aredesigned to prevent children seatedin the rear from accidentally openingthe rear doors. Each rear door has alock lever

−To replace the battery:Remove the screw at the base ofthe transmitter with a smallPhillips-head screwdriver.Separate the transmitter by pryingits mid

＋Inside the transmitter, separatethe inner cover from the keypadby releasing the two tabs on thecover.Remove the old battery from theback of the inner

Both front seats are equipped withseat heaters. The passenger seatonly has heaters in the seat bottombecause of the side airbag system.The ignition sw

−To change the lumbar support, movethe lever on the right side of theseat-back forward or backward.Keep moving the lever forward orbackward until you

To change the seat-back angle of thefront seat, pull up on the lever on theoutside of the seat bottom.The height of your driver’s seat isadjustable. T

To change the angle of the seats inthe second row seat-backs, pull upthe handle on the seat-back. Movingthe short vertical switch forward orbackward a

Remove the head restraints bypushing the release buttons andpulling the restraints out.Store the head restraints underthe cargo area floor. Insert the

They are most effective when youadjust them so the back of theoccupant’s head rests against thecenter of the restraint.The head restraints in the seco

−This section gives you importantinformation about how to protectyourself and your passengers. Itshows you how to use seat belts. Itexplains how your

To unlatch the detachable anchor,insert a key into the slot on the sideof the small buckle. Line up thetriangle marks on the plate andbuckle when reat

The outside mirrors are heated toremove fog and frost. With theignition switch in the ON (II)position, turn on the heaters bypressing the button. The

−Turn the ignition switch to ON (II)toraiseorloweranywindow.Toopen the window, push the switchdownandholdit.Releasetheswitchwhen you want the window t

− If the driver’swindow senses any obstacle while itis closing automatically, it willreverse direction and then stop. Toclose the window, remove theob

The moonroof has two positions: itcan be tilted up in the back forventilation, or it can be slid back intothe roof. Use the switch under theleft dashb

To apply the parking brake, push thepedal down with your foot. Torelease it, push on the pedal again.The parking brake indicator on theinstrument pane

Interior Convenience Items94BEVERAGE HOLDERSBEVERAGE HOLDERSGLOVE BOXACCESSORY POWER SOCKETSCONSOLECOMPARTMENTACCESSORY POWERSOCKETSSUN VISORSBEVERAGE

Be careful when you are using thebeverage holders. A spilled liquidthat is very hot can scald you or yourpassengers. Liquid can also spillfrom the rea

To open and close the sunglassesholder, push on the front edge.Make sure the holder is closed whileyou are driving. Some larger stylesof sunglasses ma

When this switch is in the position:When this switch is in the position:When the switch is in theposition:ONAll the individual map lights comeon.None