Power Tailgate (Touring)
Pilot Touring models receive a power tailgate design. The power tailgate can be operated via the remote key fob, from a button on the driver's door panel, or from a button located inside the tailgate (for closing). The location of the motor in the Pilot's D-pillar (instead of in the roof) allows excellent headroom for the third-row seats. The tailgate can also be operated manually.

Integrated Tow Hitch
New for 2009, every Pilot includes an integrated tow hitch as standard equipment. The Class III hitch supports a maximum tow rating of 4,500 pounds on four-wheel-drive models and 3,500 pounds on two-wheel-drive models. To supplement the Pilot's towing capability, standard cooling equipment includes a high-capacity radiator with dual high-power fans, transmission cooler and power steering cooler. The Pilot 4WD's 4,500-pound rating is calculated to include up to four passengers and their cargo. Pre-wiring is included for trailer lighting and an electric brake controller. Pilot Touring models are equipped with a 7-pin trailer unit and harness.

One-Touch Power Moonroof with Tilt Feature
A moonroof is standard equipment on the Pilot EX-L and Touring models. The opening measures 33.0 x 13.0 inches, a 26 percent improvement of 4.7 x 1.0 inches compared to the 2008 Pilot. In addition to being larger, the available moonroof on the 2009 Pilot also improves operational convenience. To tilt or slide the moonroof the driver or front passenger needs only to fully press the ceiling-mounted switch once (instead of pressing and holding it for several seconds). The moonroof fully opens or closes automatically. However if the operator wishes to only partially open or close the moonroof (such as to achieve partial ventilation), a lighter touch yields fully manual control. The moonroof can also tilt to provide ventilation. A pinch protection feature is built in, helping to ensure that the moonroof will not forcefully close if someone's hand or arm is positioned in the path of the moonroof. If an obstruction is detected, the moonroof mechanism will reopen the moonroof.

Windshield wipers
For the front windshield, single-piece wiper arms are used. For cleaning, windshield washer sprayers with large openings are employed to maximize the coverage area and to reduce the chance of clogging or freezing. The intermittent rear wiper allows the driver to match wiper speed to various levels of precipitation. The rear wiper arm is a one-piece design with a clean, integrated appearance. A jet-type washer nozzle located on the upper edge of the tailgate (inside the center high-mount stop light) provides quicker and more thorough distribution of washer fluid. Fluid is delivered almost the instant the wash button is touched thanks to use of a check valve in the delivery line.

Remote Key Fob
All Pilots come standard with two remote-controlled key fobs for remote vehicle locking and alarm functions. The fob of the Pilot has three buttons: at the top, there's a large round concave button (with raised nibs for tactile identification) to command the lock function. A round convex-shaped button near the base of the key controls the unlock function. Depressing this button once unlocks just the driver's door. A second push unlocks all four doors and the rear tailgate. To the right of the unlock button is a round (smooth) convex-shaped button that unlatches the rear lift-up tailgate glass on LX, EX and EX-L models. On Pilot Touring models, this button controls the power tailgate. Additionally, each of the Pilot Touring's two key fobs can be linked to individual memory settings for the 8-way power driver's seat position and various configurable items within the Multi Information Display. A recessed "panic" button at the bottom of the fob will cause the vehicle's horn to sound and exterior lights to blink intermittently in the event of an emergency.