2008 Honda Pilot Owner's Manual - Page 113

Main Menu Table Of Contents Vents, Heating, and A/C MAX A/C On LX and LX-VP models The system automatically turns on the A/C and switches to recirculation mode. Air flows from the center and side vents in the dashboard. In this mode, you cannot turn off the A/C and also cannot switch to fresh air mode. When you switch to from , the A/C stays on, and you can turn it on and off manually. When you switch to another mode, the A/C returns to its original setting, either on or off, as displayed by the A/C indicator. Ventilation The flow-through ventilation system draws in outside air, circulates it through the interior, then discharges it through vents near the tailgate. 1. Set the temperature to the lower limit. 2. Make sure the A/C is off. and fresh air mode. 3. Select 4. Set the fan to the desired speed. Using the Heater The heater uses engine coolant to warm the air. If the engine is cold, it will be several minutes before you feel warm air coming from the system. and fresh air mode. 1. Select 2. Set the fan to the desired speed. 3. Adjust the warmth of the air with the temperature control dial. Using the A/C Air conditioning places an extra load on the engine. Watch the engine coolant temperature gauge (see page 71 ). If it moves near the red zone, turn off the A/C until the gauge reading returns to normal. Features 1. Turn on the A/C by pressing the button. The indicator in the button comes on when a fan speed is selected (LX and LX-VP models), or the display shows A/C ON (EX, EX-L, and EX-SE models). 2. Make sure the temperature is set to maximum cool. . 3. Select 4. If the outside air is humid, select recirculation mode. If the outside air is dry, select fresh air mode. 5. Set the fan to the desired speed. 109 2008 Pilot