Why is my VTM-4 light on Honda Pilot?

The most common cause of this light showing up is due to low oil in the engine, or a loosened or blown gasket. The honda pilot check engine light vtm 4 to come on causes are low oil or a loose gasket.

What is VTM-4 lock pilot?

The Variable Torque Management 4WD System (VTM-4) automatically transfers varying amounts of engine torque to the rear wheels under lower traction conditions. If more traction is needed when your MDX is stuck, or is likely to become stuck, you can use the VTM-4 Lock button to increase torque to the rear wheels.

Where can I buy a Honda Pilot manual?

These manuals require a valid VIN and mailing address. Order now To request a complimentary Rear Entertainment System Booklet in Braille for your 2019 Pilot, 2019 Odyssey, 2020 Pilot, or 2020 Odyssey, select here To purchase printed manuals, you can order online or contact: Delivery time is approximately five weeks.

When does the VTM 4 light come on?

I have a 2012 Honda Pilot and my VTM-4 light came on while I was sitting idle in park with the engine running. The battery indicator light also came on at this time. As I began to drive away i noticed that there was a minimum torque with the transmission so it took a little while before the normal torque would engage.

When does the engine light come on in a Honda Pilot?

The light appears to come on when the engine revolutions are declining, e.g. coasting to a stop, or when transmission shifts up and revolutions drop, or when coming up behind a slower moving vehicle and letting up on the gas. The light comes on whether the gas tank is full or near empty.

When do you get the owner’s manual for a Honda?

A printed Owner’s Manual, Navigation Manual, and Warranty Booklet are complimentary to the first registered owner, up to six months after vehicle purchase. These manuals require a valid VIN and mailing address. Order now

What does the VTM-4 Honda Pilot JustAnswer mean?

Verified The VTM light means Variable Torque Management. Chances are there is a code or several codes in the computer causing this light to come on. To retrieve codes, ground the Brown wire in cavity #9 of the OBD-II connector and turn on the key on and the VTM-4 light should flash out the problem codes.

What’s the third mode of engagement on a Honda Pilot?

(3) The third mode of engagement is VTM-4 Lock. Lock mode occurs when the driver shifts into first, second or reverse gears and depresses the VTM-Lock button on the instrument panel.