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There’s no reason to pay MSRP on a new Pilot in today’s world. The TX350 is a great vehicle. Well done!

Thanks for that! It’s been fun - and a challenge - keeping the engine as clean as the exterior.

Yes, there is some ambient lighting. Primary place I notice is on the front driver and passenger door cards. Overall very thoughtful ambient lighting on key places where you might look or reach for things.

Thx for pointing this out. I have changed my cabin filter and engine air filter and forgot to mention those in the vid. I have not done a fuel treatment yet.

Thanks for the comment and your observation about the possible Civic wiper design.

Well done on that deal, and thx for sharing.

​@FourTheWheels Thanks ours is Radiant Red, which matches my Infrared '23 Lexus IS500.

⁠@@moonman_8935Love the IS500! Last of its kind of sedan with a V8. Certainly a keeper for long term collectability.

Glad I could help!

I think I know what you’re referring to. Yes, below 30mph there can be some slight jerkyness, especially when trying to easily lope along between 20-30 mph and the lower gearing creates something that feels like a bit of engine compression that in turn causes the transmission to check up. For me I notice it most in slow speed commuter traffic or driving slower in my nhood. Hard to describe but it hasn’t concerned me from a mechanical standpoint. To me feels like a characteristic of this second gen 10 speed auto. Outside of this characteristic, I have found the transmission to be very smooth and responsive. Your experience like what I describe?

@@FourTheWheels I get an occasional surge when accelerating between 1st and 2nd gear. I also get a jolt when slowing down around 25mph. Almost like the car lets out the clutch too quickly and it upsets the smoothness of the transition between gears. I’m more inclined to think it’s a programming issue than a mechanical fault. At least that’s what I’m hoping. I planned on keeping this car for the next 200,000 miles but time will tell I guess.

@@dadslovetacos interesting. Reasonable thought about the programming. Sounds like you’ve already documented it with the dealer. Maybe bring it up again before the power train warranty expires (if the behavior persists) so there’s good documentation of your concern in your service records should something worse develop outside your warranty period.

Glad it was helpful!

Thx my friend! Too bad that Honda of Canada doesn’t offer the same program. Here’s an Amazon link to a device that will reverse the stop/start relay (to default off instead of default on); a.co/d/4sDhBgw . I have not tried it but it’s on my “Saved” list. May be a few other sellers out there. Tire/road noise is really my only big annoyance at this point. I tentatively plan to try Michelin Primacy A/S tires when I need a new set. Just put the Primacy A/S tires on my RDX and they are quiet. I’ve owned three Hondas with various iterations of their V6. All three were quiet, smooth revving, and relatively fuel efficient. Having said that, I will admit that the higher output K20C 4-cylinder turbo engine might be a good match for the Pilot. Would definitely offer more low end torque. We’ll see if that plays out in the future…or some hybrid version. Good luck with your decision!

@ediliver4255 thx! Acceleration is fully adequate. No issues with a full load (just be sure to move drive mode from Econ to Normal if you’ve got a full load). 1-2 gearing is pretty low so takes off easily from a stoplight. When up to speed torque feel is a little lower than I’d prefer, though, and you will notice that especially when needing to pass quickly.

Yes, pls see an earlier reply that includes the link.

Yeah, new car reviews are great but the long term owner experience is really where you learn how a vehicle performs in real life. Thx for commenting.

Good to hear. That was going to be my other approach after the tinfoil.

Congrats! One word of advice (plan to mention in a future vid). I’ve learned that rotating the tires at the 8-9k mark with the free Honda oil change is too long. Keep to around 5-6k miles and the tires should wear more evenly (and thus reduce the chance of cupping and the tires being a little louder).

@@FourTheWheels thank you I appreciate that! Keep the great videos coming

It has a hill stop feature so it won’t roll back.

Only on rare occasions have I seen what appears to be a/c condensation drips at the back of my Pilot. Might only occur under certain conditions based on humidity and how hard a/c is running. On my previous Odyssey the rear dripped more frequently during a/c use.

@@FourTheWheels thanks for sharing

I don’t think so. No change settings apparent to me. Pls advise on menu path to make the setting change.

Great comments and thx for sharing. The tin foil approach is a bit challenging but if you can get it tucked in well and then don’t budge it when spinning off the filter you’ll be ok. Still, the filter funnel tool is the easiest and best approach. Also, the Honda two year free maint really only covers two oil changes and two tire rotations. Doesn’t cover the rear dif fluid service at 15k miles, which they should IMO. DIY approach certainly saves a lot of money over the long run.

Glad I could provide some helpful owner insights. Good luck with whatever you decide to purchase.

Have you looked at after market tow/hitch systems? I have looked at companies like e-trailer,and they offer simple workarounds on the install. Have not done it yet (*JUST* bought our 2025 Pilot 3 weeks ago!), but seems like a one hour install at the most, without replacing the bumper with one with a cutout and keeping the trunk opening sensor in place…

@@PascalBrunet77I have not. I know there are some aftermarket options but I never felt they fit or looked as seamlessly integrated as the OEM set up. Did you go with an aftermarket version?

They mostly just cover up the metal at the bottom of the door. At least with the plastic it doesn’t get chipped from rocks being kicked up from the tires.

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Tool is designed for the new 3.5 liter V6 Honda/Acura engine and newer 3.0 liter turbocharged Acura engine.

In your case does the push button electronic shifter not automatically put the tranny into park when the engine turns off (if not already in park), which then kills the radio? That’s what happens to me.

That would be cool…a Type R Pilot?! Standard power is fine but a little more torque would be nice. Would be interesting if Honda offered the 2.0 turbo motor in the Pilot making somewhere around 300 hp and 310 ft lbs.

It reclines to the same degree as the two outboard seats.

Good luck with your purchase! I have several other cars with straight dual exhausts and have never had any issues with smoke or heat, but angling down would mitigate the potential.

Yeah, I should have captured that last part. It’s done through the infotainment system. Pretty easy. Owner’s manual will say and I recall there are one or two UA-cam videos on how to reset the maint minder.

Two great SUVs playing different roles. You’re likely gonna be much more comfortable in the Pilot. Good luck!

The overall greatness of the complete package certainly makes it easier to live with the nit picks!

Agree 💯

@@FourTheWheels I’m looking to get an exl in the future. I noticed prices drop on the pilot,passport and ridgeline much faster than Honda’s 4 cylinders. One can easily get a pilot exl for about $3-$5 less than stick with only several thousand miles on them. I like the hustle

@@NYGFRANK87 good luck! You might even try to get $2K off on a new one in this market.

Thanks!

Thx for the comment, correct. However, the filter goes on horizontal so it’s hard to get a good view of the triangle markings on the filter given the filter housing placement. Wish it also had markings on the end cap of the filter.

Thx for watching! If I’m easy on the gas and can eke out 27 mpg on the highway I can get close to 400 miles when the gas light comes on. If you’re going 75mph+ I’d expect around 340-360 miles. Gas tank size is disappointing, but it hasn’t been too much of an issue for us…but haven’t had to drive across the country, yet!

Congrats and good luck getting past 279k with your new Pilot!

Kind of you to say that. Thx for watching and leaving a comment!

Interesting way of thinking about the e-parking brake approach. Thx for sharing. Wish Honda would go back to a wiper arm design like the type used on the ‘13-‘17 Accord.

@@FourTheWheels, I agree regarding the wipers. I can’t lift the wipers off the glass on my RDX, my wife’s CX-30 or the Acura TLX I had before my RDX. Yet my son’s ‘23 F150 has the feature. 😕. I think Honda does it for aerodynamic reasons. As much of a pain it is at the gas station, try digging ice and snow out of that deep pocket in the winter with non-lifting wipers…it’s a ROYAL pain. Do you happen to know if the Pilot has self-pairing TPMS sensors? I run snow tires on all 4 wheels on my car in the winter.

⁠​⁠@@MrGarfield4 not sure on your TPMS question, but I believe yes. Perhaps we can get another viewer to chime in…