Vehicle Safety

Honda Pilot / Honda Pilot 2009-2026 Owner's Manual / Maintenance / Before Performing Maintenance / Safety When Performing Maintenance / Vehicle Safety

The vehicle must be in a stationary condition.

 - Make sure your vehicle is parked on level ground, the parking brake is set, and the engine is off.

Be aware that hot parts can burn you.

 - Make sure to let the engine and exhaust system cool thoroughly before touching vehicle parts.

Be aware that moving parts can injure you.

 - Do not start the engine unless instructed, and keep your hands and limbs away from moving parts.

Safety When Performing Maintenance

WARNING

Improperly maintaining this vehicle or failing to correct a problem before driving can cause a crash in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations according to the schedules in this owner's manual.

WARNING

Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed. Always follow the procedures and precautions in this owner's manual.

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