Honda 2004 Pilot Reference Owner's Manual page 158

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Towing Your Vehicle Behind a Motorhome
Your Pilot can be towed behind a
motorhome at legal highway speeds
up to 65 mph (100 km/h). Do not
exceed 65 mph (100 km/h) or severe
transmission damage will occur. To
avoid damage to the 4WD system, it
must be towed with all four wheels
on the ground (flat towing).
When purchasing a tow bar, make
sure you select a reputable
manufacturer. Follow the
manufacturer's attachment
instructions carefully.
Perform the following procedure
everyday immediately before you
begin towing. Otherwise severe
automatic transmission damage will
occur.
Check the transmission fluid level
(see page 176 ).
Do not overfill.
Start the engine.
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Press on the brake pedal. Move
the shift lever through all its
positions.
Shift to D, then to N. Let the
engine run for three minutes, then
turn it off.
Release the parking brake.
Leave the ignition switch in
ACCESSORY (I) so the steering
wheel does not lock. Make sure
the radio and any items plugged
into the accessory power
sockets are turned off so you do
not run down the battery.
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
Extended Towing
If you tow more than 8 hours in one
day, you should repeat the above
procedure at least every 8 hours
(when you stop for fuel, etc.)
NOTICE: Improper towing preparation
will damage the transmission. Follow
the above procedure exactly. If you
cannot shif t the transmission or start
the engine, your vehicle must be
transported on a f lat-bed or trailer.
NOTICE:
The steering system can be
damaged if the steering wheel is locked.
Leave the ignition switch in
ACCESSORY (I), and make sure the
steering wheel turns f reely bef ore you
begin towing.