Honda Pilot 2004 User Manual

2004 Pilot Online Reference Owner's Manual
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Contents
Owner's Identification Form
Introduction..................................................................................................................................................... i
A Few Words About Safety ..........................................................................................................................ii
Your Vehicle at a Glance...............................................................................................................................2
Driver and Passenger Safety .......................................................................................................................5
Proper use and care of your vehicle's seat belts, and Supplemental Restraint System.
Instruments and Controls...........................................................................................................................45
Instrument panel indicator and gauge, and how to use dashboard and steering column controls.
Comfort and Convenience Features.........................................................................................................
81
How to operate the climate control system, the audio system, and other convenience features.
Before Driving ...............................................................................................................................
..............123
What gasoline to use, how to break-in your new vehicle, and how to load luggage and other cargo.
Driving...........................................................................................................................................................135
The proper way to start the engine, shift the transmission, and park, plus towing a trailer.
Maintenance...............................................................................................................................
..................159
The Maintenance Schedule shows you when you need to take your vehicle to the dealer.
Taking Care of the Unexpected...............................................................................................................195
This section covers several problems motorists sometimes experience, and how to handle them.
Technical Information...............................................................................................................................215
ID numbers, dimensions, capacities, and technical information.
Warranty and Customer Relations (U.S. and Canada)......................................................................
229
A summary of the warranties covering your new Honda, and how to contact us.
Index .................................................................................................................................................................I
Service Information Summary
A summary of information you need when you pull up to the fuel pump.
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Honda Pilot 2004 Specifications

General

Brand	Honda
Model	Pilot 2004
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Owner's Identification

Introduction

A Few Words About Safety

Important Handling Information

Your Vehicle at a Glance

Driver and Passenger Safety

Important Safety Precautions

Key safety recommendations for vehicle occupants.

Your Vehicle’s Safety Features

Overview of the vehicle's built-in safety systems.

Protecting Adults and Teens

Guidelines for safe seating and restraint for adults and teens.

Protecting Children – General Guidelines

Essential safety guidelines for restraining infants and children.

Instruments and Controls

Instrument Panel

Explanation of dashboard indicators and warning lights.

Gauges

Information on tachometer, speedometer, fuel, and temperature gauges.

Controls Near the Steering Wheel

Location and operation of steering wheel mounted controls.

Seats

Instructions for adjusting manual and power seats.

Comfort and Convenience Features

Climate Control

How to operate the automatic and manual climate control systems.

Playing the Radio

How to tune, select stations, and use radio functions.

Security System

How to activate and use the vehicle's security system.

Cruise Control

How to use and set the vehicle's cruise control system.

Before Driving

Break-in Period, Fuel Recommendation

Guidelines for new vehicle break-in and proper fuel selection.

Service Station Procedures

Steps for refueling and opening the hood.

Carrying Cargo

Guidelines for loading and securing cargo safely.

Driving

Driving Guidelines

General advice for safe driving and vehicle handling.

Starting the Engine

Procedures for starting the engine in various conditions.

Automatic Transmission

How to operate the shift lever and transmission.

Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)

How the ABS system works and how to use it.

Maintenance

Maintenance Safety

Precautions to avoid hazards during maintenance.

Maintenance Schedule

Recommended service intervals for normal and severe conditions.

Owner’s Maintenance Checks

List of checks to perform regularly.

Adding Engine Oil

Instructions for checking and adding engine oil.

Taking Care of the Unexpected

Changing a Flat Tire

Step-by-step guide for changing a flat tire.

If Your Engine Won’t Start

Troubleshooting steps for a non-starting engine.

If the Engine Overheats

Procedures to follow if the engine overheats.

Brake System Indicator, Emergency Towing

Explanation of brake warning lights and towing advice.

Technical Information

Identification Numbers

Locations of vehicle identification numbers (VIN, engine, etc.).

Specifications

Key vehicle dimensions, capacities, weights, and fluid types.

Emissions Controls

Explanation of vehicle's emissions control systems.

Warranty and Customer Relations

Customer Service Information

Contact information for customer support and dealerships.

Warranty Coverages

Overview of new vehicle, emissions, and parts warranties.

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Vehicles)

How to inform NHTSA and Honda about safety defects.