2009 Honda Pilot Owner's Manual - Page 450

Towing a Trailer A factory installed, 4-pin gray connector is located under the instrument panel near the top of the parking brake pedal. This connector has all of the circuits required to install most electric trailer brake controllers. A jumper harness to adapt your electric trailer brake controller to the vehicle is included with the optional Genuine Honda trailer hitch kit. To obtain a trailer hitch kit, see your dealer. Have a qualified mechanic install your trailer brake controller following the trailer brake controller manufacturer's instructions. Failure to properly install the trailer brake controller may increase the distance it takes for you to stop your vehicle when towing a trailer. Use this illustration to identify each terminal in the trailer brake controller connector. ELECTRIC BRAKE (BROWN/WHITE) BRAKE (20A) (BLUE) Safety Chains Always use safety chains when you tow a trailer. Make sure the chains are secured to the trailer and hitch, and that they cross under the tongue and can catch the trailer if it becomes unhitched. Leave enough slack to allow the trailer to turn corners easily, but do not let the chains drag on the ground. Sway Control GROUND (BLACK) STOP (SKY BLUE) This device is recommended if your trailer tends to sway. Your trailer maker can tell you what kind of sway control you need and how to install it. Trailer Mirrors Many states and provinces require special exterior mirrors when towing a trailer. Even if they don't, you should install special mirrors if you cannot clearly see behind you, or if the trailer creates a blind spot. 446 2009 Pilot