What is D4 in Honda Pilot

Drive (D4) — Use this position for your normal driving. The transmission automatically selects a suitable gear for your speed and acceleration. You may notice the transmission shifting up at higher speeds when the engine is cold. This helps the engine warm up faster.

What does D4 mean on a Honda?

D4 tells the car to move forward, starting in first gear and going to fourth gear.

Should I drive my Honda in D3 or D4?

D4 is the normal automatic transmission mode and uses all the gears. D3 is very similar except it does not engage 4th gear, only gears 1–3 are used. 2 is 2nd gear and 2nd gear only, no 1st. Best used perhaps when the road is slippery or another similar situation when being locked in second gear would be beneficial.

Is D4 for towing?

Towing Speeds and Gears\n\n Drive slower than normal in all driving situations, and obey posted speed limits for vehicles with trailers. Use the D5 or D4 position when towing a trailer on level roads. D3 is the proper shift lever position to use when towing a trailer in hilly terrain.

What does D4 and D3 mean on a Honda?

The D3 is. to tell the car to "Drive forward, starting with first gear and going no. higher than third gear." The D4 is to tell the car to "Drive forward, starting with first gear and going all the wayyyyyy to fourth gear." There. is some stuff in there about engine rpm's and forward speed and momentum.