Is the 2009 Honda Pilot all-wheel drive?
The 2009 Honda Pilot is a midsize crossover SUV offered in four trim levels: LX, EX, EX-L and Touring. Each is offered in front-wheel or all-wheel drive.
How does 4 wheel drive work in a Honda Pilot?
The VTM-4 system will automatically transfer power to your rear wheels in lower traction conditions. Depending on how low the traction is, however, you may need more power to your rear wheels than the VTM-4 system will automatically provide.
Is the Honda Pilot AWD or RWD?
The Pilot is an AWD system with FWD engaged most of the time (unless the wheels slip and then the RWD is engaged. The button to press will lock the front and rear differentials but is only there to get you out of being stuck and is not to be used on dry pavement.
Why are the front wheels not engaged on a Honda Pilot?
One of the problems with standard AWD systems is that the front wheels will not engage if the wheel is turned (I know this from experience with a AWD van stuck in the mud.) As the Pilot’s front wheels are always engaged, if you need to steer out of a hole you will have that power to pull you out.
How does the VTM system in a Honda Pilot work?
The VTM system is the 4wd system. How does VTM work exactly? Click to expand… (1) The first mode, called Acceleration Torque Control (ATC), works whenever the vehicle’s throttle is depressed, even on dry pavement – a feature unique to the VTM-4 system. Sensors in the engine and transmission monitor vehicle speed and acceleration.
How does 4WD work on a Honda Pilot?
A read of the owners manual is well worth it, as is a read of a few of the on-line descriptions. The Pilots with 4WD operate primarily as front wheel drive. When the system detects wheel slippage, it sends power to the rear wheels. You can lock the system by coming to a stop, and engaging the VTM-4 button.
How does the AWD system work on a Honda?
It also senses traction for each wheel and redistributes power to wheels as needed. Real Time AWD with Intelligent Control System: This system relies on sensors located in the back axle. If it identifies a decrease in traction in the rear wheels, it redistributes power to those wheels.
One of the problems with standard AWD systems is that the front wheels will not engage if the wheel is turned (I know this from experience with a AWD van stuck in the mud.) As the Pilot’s front wheels are always engaged, if you need to steer out of a hole you will have that power to pull you out.
Is the Honda Pilot front wheel drive or VTM 4?
Your 2004 is front wheel drive and the VTM-4 automatically activates when needed. You can also manually activate VTM-4 mode as well. XGS in one of the posts above has a great explanation of how it works.