2008 Honda Pilot Owner's Manual - Page 214

Main Menu Table Of Contents VTM-4 System The variable torque management 4WD (VTM-4) system automatically transfers varying amounts of engine torque to the rear wheels under lower traction conditions. If more traction is needed when your vehicle is stuck, or is likely to become stuck, you can use the VTM-4 LOCK button to increase torque to the rear wheels. To Engage the VTM-4 Lock 1. The vehicle must be stopped with the engine running. 2. Move the shift lever to first (1), second (2), or reverse (R) gear. 3. Press the VTM-4 LOCK button. The indicator in the button comes on. To get unstuck, apply light pressure to the accelerator pedal. Do not spin the front tires for more than a few seconds. Because of the amount of torque applied to the rear tires, they should not spin. This is normal. If you are not able to move the vehicle, stop and reverse direction. To Disengage the VTM-4 Lock, do any of the following: Press the VTM-4 LOCK button. Move the shift lever to D or D3. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK (0) position. The VTM-4 Lock will temporarily disengage when the vehicle speed exceeds 18 mph (30 km/h). The indicator in the button will remain on. Do not continuously spin the f ront tires of your vehicle. Continuously spinning the f ront tires can cause transmission or rear dif f erential damage. Do not use the VTM-4 LOCK button on dry, paved roads. Driving on dry, paved roads with VTM-4 Lock ON may damage the rear dif f erential when making a turn. Strange noise and vibration can also result. 210 2008 Pilot