Top 10 Common Honda Pilot Problems (2003-2008)
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2007 Honda Pilot Upgrades
• Led Headlights and fog lights
• Weather Tech floor mats
• Transmission Cooler
• 2 in front lift
• Front cam bolts
• 2 in rear lift
• Adjustable rear camber control arms
•Rear swaybar delete
• Front skid plate
• Firestone W237604135 Coil-Rite Kit
• Smittybilt Defender one-piece roof basket
• Pro Comp Explorer Spot Beams x8
• Tentproinc 8x9.5 awning
• Hi-LIft Jack
• 4-Ton Dual Gear Power Puller
• Shackle hitch receiver
• Front Shackle mod
• Plano Gun Guard All Weather 36" Box
• 5 camping chairs held in gun box in roof basket
• Folding table stored on top of traction pads in roof basket
• 4x X-Bull traction mats
• 4x Goodyear Duratrac 245-75-r16
• Full size spare wheel 245-75-r16
• Jumper cables under driver seat
• Toolbox under passenger seat
• Modified trunk area to hold recovery gear
o Viair 88P Air Compressor
o Tire patch kit
o Shovel
o Axe
o 2.5lb sledge hammer
o DIY Hi-Lift Recovery Kit
o Hi-Lift Jack Mate
o 20’ x 2” Pro Grip recovery straps X2
o 50’ Synthetic Winch Line
o EZ Tire Deflator
o 2x wheel chocks
o Tools/ spare parts
o First Aid Kit
o Wd-40
Future projects
• DIY rear dif skid plate
• Winch
• Snorkel - Авто та транспорт
Just bought 2005 Ex-l in December of last year for $3500. I love it. Very happy with it. I live in New York and had it parked in my church’s outdoor parking lot. One day, I had to get it out to take my family to Walmart. I just press VTM-4 Lock button, go to the 2nd gear and it drove out of the snow with no problem. For repairs, I replaced power steering pump, timing belt and serpentine belt, and water pump. I also used it to haul boxes to feed the community with my church. Like I said before, I’m very happy with it.
Consider installing a rock guard in the lower grill to protect the radiator and ATF cooler. I got a dent in mine. I used an APS lower bumper billet grille insert and it worked great.
Good list, thanks dude! The frame rot is really disturbing. I test drove a Pilot and something was really off with the way it handled on the road. Upon closer inspection the entire undercarriage frame was rusted out. Now this is the first thing I check! Cheers
Yeah found the rear frame issue and hopefully I can get local shop to repair it. Seems to be the only location for rust issues so far (rear driver side crossmember/sub assembly front mount is hanging down) then I'll proceed to to provide proper drainage and hopefully avoid further problems. Like the vehicle and want to get a lot more miles out of it, currently at 227K in Wisconsin. And by comparison among other brands I think I'm doing pretty good with this truck. Thanks for the insight- -most appreciated.
The rear blower motor stopped working in my 2008 pilot, but a $10 blower resistor from Amazon fixed this easily.
Great video! 06 Sky Blue Pilot here, I’d also add Rust bubbles forming in the gap area in the rear fenders on the side of the body
Frame rot is a fairly common issue (keep an eye out when buying a used car!) Tacomas and older model Highlanders also suffered from this issue
My pilot also suffered from the body rot on that part near the subframe! Fixed it similar to yours. My interior door handle chrome peeled off and got some eBay ones. Love your videos, keep it up!
Thanks and that is another common problem! Now that I think about it mine has a bubble in the chrome on the inside, so it is only a matter of time :)
We have the same issue with the interior door handles - all 4
@@timswift3722 yep that’s happened to me before also
How did you fix yours? Was it the bushings rotted out?
I bought my wife a 2004 pilot in 2010 with 50k miles. I have kept meticulous care of it and my wife still loves the car with 220k miles. I have had to do very little maintenance beside the normal wearable items like fluids brakes etc. One item you didn't mention which is a huge problem for all hondas is the ignition switch. The wafers and springs inside the ignition lock cylinder come loose and jam, not allowing the cylinder to turn. Its a 300 to 700 dollar repair depending on where you take it. Plus a tow, because it usually fails at an inconvenient time. Also another honda weak link is the transmission. Not so much in the pilot but please keep up with your transmission fluid changes. Also, if you are comfortable doing work on your car, pull the shift solenoids out and clean the screens. They can build up with clutch debris and can cause erratic shifting causing you to think you have a serious transmission issue when you might not. And yes, timing belt changes on schedule are critical. Get a good brand and get the full kit. Full kit should include belt, tensioners, water pump, valve cover gaskets, cam seals and lower seal. Don't cheap out on this. And when you do the timing belt you are also supposed to adjust the rocker arms. Thats why good kits come with valve cover gaskets. As for the subframe area that pools water. Just drill a small drain hole. And paint where you drilled so it doesn't rust.
Cheers.
P.S. dont buy shitty parts from scamazon. Your car will treat you as well as you treat it.
My 06 pilot has tpms issues. Very common for older hondas too. I gotta get new tires soon so i hope to have a shop install new sensors with them. I also love your build and i hope to one day jack my pilot up a few inches and get dirty with it!
You should be able to get those sensors replaced for sure. One day I am going to do a Honda meetup!
My 03 is my first vehicle and also a gift I can say I love it to death never leaves me stranded if it does it’s my fault before I got it the transmission went bad twice due too lack of transmission fluid changes but since she’s been in my hands runs like a true champ she’s now a show car with the OEM engine that has 337,000 miles and she still rides smoother than a Bentley!!
That is awesome! You are lucky, my first vehicle didn't even have abs. LOL
Wow!! I'm the same as you! Have an 03 that I love to death and its in perfect shape! I bought it from a lady who took really good care of it and it has 338k on it. But it just purrs and still feels new! None of these problems exist in mine (knock on wood) its also black so havent seen any paint issues. Best truck ever!!!
I guess we have been lucky, as the only issue we have had on this top 10 list in the HVAC blend mechanism. Installed a $20 part off of AMZN, instead of the $200+ Honda part. Easier to do than re-build it at this point. Although there are some great youtube videos on rebuilding it!
Ty very much. You hit all my issues. So far so good.
Our 08 does have a saggy rear end, installed kyb rear shock absorbers and it fixed the issue for now.
My rear a/c conditioner blower on my 2005 honda pilot was not working. So I replace a new transistor for the blower. It works now but it makes a rattle noise when I turn it on. But it goes away when I increase the air volume. And I replaced a new starter.
Thanks for the tip on the tire sensors.
Great feedback thanks!
2004 EX-L. My driver's door lock cylinder gave up. I managed to get the alarm sounding with no way to shut it off but disconnecting the battery. Got new lock cylinder today, installed and somehow shut off alarm. I do love this vehicle!
Good to hear you were able to fix it! Great job!
They have window issues. My 07 with 160,000 miles has only had one window fail and I now need a new headliner, no other issues. The Honda emblem on the steering wheel is in new condition, it hasn’t been garaged since 2013 when I bought it. Good video!
Thanks for the tips I'm about to get one
Thank you for the very informative video. I am currently looking for an honda pilot 2004 to 2006 & the information is very useful.
Great list of PITA stuff with the Pilots. Just a note of clarity there is a transmission cooler on them but you are correct a supplemental one is always a good idea. if you live in a northern climate the fluid should go through the supplementary one first then through the rad one to make sure the fluid doesn't get to cold in the winter. The strawberry milkshake many have heard about is where the coolant and trans fluid mix in the rad when the cooler seals fail. If your rad has pressed in tubes for the trans cooler replace it with one that has nuts holding the cooler into the rad tank. The pressed in ones corrode and push out allowing the seals to fail between the coolant and the trans oil.
I think aftermarket trans cooler is appropriate for any vehicle with an automatic transmission cause only good things will happen.
How about the power steering whine? Replace the o-rings on the power steering pump lines where they connect at the pump. Keep up the good work. 07 EX-L here.
Another good one! My rack is leaking too!
As is mine.
@@basoncivicsi I have a replacement rack and pinion in my garage.
When are we installing?
@@basoncivicsi i was waiting until it started leaking, but it’s been over 3 years lol
Love the video….. love my 05 Pilot…. I have been having issues with water behind the dashboard… have you experienced this??
Have 06 Pilot. Been having issue with engine Intermittently shutting off. Someone had recommended me to replace the Catalytic converter. You make things very clear. I may not need to get a new car after all. Thanks Aaron
If the engine is running then shutting off it might be the fuel pump
These Honda Pilots and Toyota Highlanders are built to last a long time.
@@GotterAdventure thanks Asron. Doing research on rooftop weekender camper lead me to your channel. I'm very excited to see your journey. Any plans on rooftop camper?
@@LYCAS2317 I have a family of 5 so I don’t think we can fit in a roof top tent well
If it shuts off then starts in 15min a few hours later, it could be the pgm-fi relay cheap fix
OMGGGG. I was going crazy with the tire pressure symbol. Btw my 07 steering wheel emblem has warn off too. I used silver chrome paint marker and it makes me feel better lol.
I used black paint and it makes me happy.
Hey, thanks a lot for your videos! We bought a Pilot 2007 about a year ago and so far we have been dealing with 3 issues. TPMS (I already took notes about the 7 years life for the sensor and to change it preferably when buying new tires). A second issue is the leaking oil, I saw some videos that talked about changing a plastic (do not recall the name) but it has like 6 holes and looks really simple and cheap to replace with a new one (oil filter was also recommended to have it changed). The third issue we are currently dealing with is the VSA warning error. I have noticed that when I turned to the left or right, the error VSA on dashboard is displayed and then it feels like pilot can't move/accelerate. What I do is set on parking, turn off the vehicle and turn on again. This happens around 3-4 times every time I use my pilot. Some say it is due to a disbalance support, some say you have to change bulb (part no. 37250-PNE-G01), any advise you have on this is GREATLY appreciated. In the next days I will take it to a shop, but I would like to have a better understanding and concrete ideas of how to solve this issue as I would not like to pay excessive fees. Again, thanks for your educational videos!
On my Pilot VSA can be disabled with a Pilot. Until you can find the cause of the VSA error turning off the VSA will allow you to make turning and accelerating more safe. I have a rare intermittent issue with this that I have not tracked down yet. My research seemed to indicate it could be a sensor in the steering. I am sure there is a way to read codes/ perform a diagnostic to see where the fault lies. The oil leak could be simple, or it could be harder to deal with. My Pilot is currently leaking from the rear main seal. I plan to fix this when/if my transmission goes bad. In the meantime I just keep an eye on my oil levels. It is a pretty slow leak.
Thank you. For the leaking problem I am hoping it gets repaired with a gasket replacement, if not I read some other solutions like replacing the hose or the ATF pipe (they get rusty). The parts are not as pricey as I thought ($30-$60). About the TSA, I am gathering some ideas on what could be the cause, so I can give this info to the shop (hopefully they do not get offended, as I am just trying to help).
I like videos you do! You are one of the best Pilot blogger I've seen. Please continue. I am Pilot 2 driver and would be nice if you update your Pilot to second edition ;)
Thanks for the feedback! I am working on more content!
Those tyres look so good!!!
Excellent review.
dude, that ac blend motor, I've been trying to figure out what that noise was for the longest time. Just ordered the part. Thanks dude. my right rear shock mount just broke right off. that was a surprise. if you do the timing belt/water pump yourself, don't bother with a impact for the harmonic balancer. spent days on it with that. got the tool for it, and used a breaker bar and it came right out. lots of frustration on that.
Got the transmission cooler installed, new cat installed, new springs/struts. Issues I encountered: lights behind climate control buttons burned out, resistor for rear seat blower burned out, water in headlights, difficulty adding input to stereo without first disconnecting the satelite radio receiver (which is a hassle to access)
I had a 2003 and got 212k before a shift solenoid went out. the frame was rusted where you pointed out it was old. But still probably the best vehicle Ive owned. Nothing major went wrong since basically new and it did live in a heavy salt belt and we did neglect to wash it often so I cannot fault the car. 212k and just under 20 years is a pretty good lifespan for a car.
2005 Piot owner here. I bought mine with 138k and since then replaced 2 TPMS sensors, replaced starter, i replaced the Tbelt, and the PS pump orings. . The valve cover gaskets also tend to leak over time. It's a solid SUV but like all other vehicles that are that old need some TLC
We have 2 pilots in the family an 07 and an 08 never had any of these issues, guess we are very lucky! Love your videos!
Wow it is always great to hear that some escape these issues! Thanks :)
2003 never done me wrong
Any issues yet with 07? I bought one and I don’t like the way my suspension sounds.
@@elperrocovero we never had suspension issues. The 07 has been on trails where pilots dont go and lots of dirt roads, no issues at all.
@@GotterAdventure Hey Hpo, the frame rot on the cross member. Could i just drill a hole in it. Kind of like a weep hole from pooling water right there. Do you think that is a good solution?
Just bought one. Thanks n subbed
Awesome and welcome to the channel
@@GotterAdventure thanks for having me lol
The steel impact beam behind the rear bumper tends to rust badly up north where we get the annual salt/brine baths. I bought a replacement impact beam from Ebay for $120 shipped. Mine leaves rusty potato chip size pieces wherever I park....LOL
I replaced my rear bumper beam to 😂. It wasn’t dropping chips though lol
yup all the ones i see at the dealer auctions have rusty bumper beams, i live in PA.
08 Honda Pilot recently purchased from family member that was garage kept. 85,000 miles. Even then I have replaced power steering pump and high pressure hose. Power steering rack and pinion. Alternator, shocks all around they were all blown very bouncy. Cold hot AC motor does make the gurgles so that will probably be on the list. I am told the timing belt was done previously but this is coming from my old family member that doesn’t know cars too well not saying I do either but u get it. Hopefully I’m done with the major stuff. Love the car it’s pristine inside and out breaks my heart to see beat up ones. This car aged well I find it to be the more economical 4Runner. My other vehicle is a Tundra but I daily drive this much better to zip around downtown Miami in the mornings.
Only problem I have is with the inside lights. I know it has to do with the head unit above the rear view mirror, but I'm going to try to take it apart and see if I can fix it. If not, I'll replace it. I feel very lucky because I have not experienced any of these other problems. 2004 bought at an auction. replaced the battery and charged the A/C every summer over the last 3 years. Not bad for $1500.00 4 years ago.
Nice video! Thanks! Just bought a 2004 and love it but the air conditioning is doing what you talked about in the video. I found the part on Amazon as you mentioned, but do you have any idea what's involved to install it, and if I had a mechanic do it how $. Ballpark...Thanks Scott in California
Currently at 227k with my '07 pilot and I've gotten the p0420 code twice now but its disappeared after a day. Live in California and she just passed smog a few months back.
oil pump failure from using quick lube shop recycled oil and the wrong weight. its crucial to use the 5w-20 not 5w-30 or anything else.
had an 06 that failed because of this but I'm now thinking of adding a pressure gauge to my 05
That is good to know!
Great Video. I have a 2007 Pilot and love it even at 201K on the miles. I live in NJ and currently have a problem with the engine indicating that is it overheating when in stop and go traffic. Had my mechanic(over 20 years now) take a look at it and he could not find a problem. He ran it for over an hour, the indicator indicated that it was getting hot and got to 3/4, then the fan spun on and it cooled right down. Coolant was changed in the fall. All hoses are in good shape and the engine has oil. Radiator was replaced last summer. Any ideas would be appreciated.
When the radiator is cool open it and see if it is full of fluid all the way to the top. It is possible for a head gasket leak to allow exhaust gas into the radiator. The gas displaces the fluid and reduces efficiency.
@@GotterAdventure - Thank You. Didn't realize that the anti-freeze had dropped so significantly. I filled it up and the issue has gone away. I hope I have not damaged the engine. Much appreciated. Stan.
Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it
Our 04 Pilot has 60k miles still Runs fine and shifts like a dream, all we really need to change are the oils and brakes and it still runs fine!
Been watching you for about a few months now (on my gfs UA-cam channel) and your channel is now just a wish list for my 06. I plan on putting the hrg 3in kit on my pilot and a wider tire a 17x9 -12 mm offset wheels with 285/70/17 which are a 32.5 diameter tire only slightly bigger than what you have but considerably wider. I’m not concerned about it sticking out (I have someone who will make custom fender flares) was wondering if you could give me a few tips so that I can get it done as smoothly as possible
Just let me know what questions you have an I will do my best to help you out.
Fortunatley, I’ve had none of the issues you mentioned. Mine is a 2003, northeast owner with no frame rot, maybe because I hose down the frame each first chance I get after driving in any snow/salt. Only rust issue I had was the bolt on rear metal bumper, under the plastic. Completely rusted, probably because of poor drainage. I agree on getting only asin parts when doing timing belt change. Only other issue I’ve had was that the pilot seems to suffer from weak suspension components, almost as if the control arms, stab links, ball joints are under size for the vehicle and wear out quickly. One preemptive repair I did was replace the radiator after reading a slew of reports online about pilot radiators prematurely breaking down internally (and coolant/tranny fluid mixing), and then destroying the motor. Other than that, it’s an amazing vehicle. VTM fluid is very sensitive , and must be changed according to exact honda recommendations, or else.
Great video.
thanks for the video bro I think it might work but I'm going to replace the fuse tomorrow so hopefully it works!!! I change the fuse how you did and it blows cold air so hopefully man thanks :D
Just bought a 2007 Honda Pilot. But I kept telling dealership I needed alternator welp they had me buy battery yesterday n att went today had be Towed home other then that I love it. It’s black with 7 seats & built in dvd
Would be nice to get part #’s for actuator tire sensors etc. Overall very good and well put together video. Timing belt kits with or without water pump are available. 😎
How about the rear tyres bendi usually a common thing with Honda pilot
Rear ac went out, it’s a fairly common issue. Thankfully, the fix is a resistor replacement that just screws in and and out and you can get the part for 5 bucks at a junkyard
I haven't had these problems with my 2003 pilot the only problem I had was the paint and the alternator bracket snapped off the block but other then those two problems its been the best suv I've ever owned
Thanks for sharing! I am glad there are Pilots that escape these issues!
timing chain verify at what ever interval good advise thank you
2007 Honda Pilot owner I’m at 325k sometimes when in 4wd an backing up then changing to drive I get a grinding / locking up sound but goes away after I full stop
Nice video, honda pilot d flashing is another common issue
Had the issue with catalytic converter code when I bought my 07 exl 3.5 4wd fixed it my self by using a bottle of cata-cleaner 3 times and seafoam. I would dump a bottle of cata-cleaner in tank when my gauge would read 1/4 tank drive to gas light came on filled tank up with premium gas then dumped a bottle of seafoam in it. I did it every other month and still fill my pilot up with premium and I haven't had no issues since. My only concern with my pilot is wanting to put leds in my tail lights and break light and can't find ones that dont cause hyperflash and don't let break lamp light come on. I bought some and the hyperflash happened and break lamp light came on. Bought to be doing a 2.5 inch lift on my pilot can't wait.
Awesome! When you do the lift make sure your rear toe adjustment bolt is not seized. I would also recommend camber bolts in the front and the adjustable control arm for the rear.
Great Video! Nailed 4 problems on my 2006 Honda Pilot. (1) Silver coating on the Honda emblem on the steering wheel. (2) Sagging headliner. (3) Bad Cat Converter (4) Bad TPMS sensors. You know what? It's nearly 17 years old with 223k on the odometer with 30k added since November of 2021 alone. Runs like a dream! I don't care about (1). I don't care about (2). I'll replace (3) in a little bit because it's not bad, just less efficient according to the code . And when I get my new set of tires in a few days the sensors will be replaced as well. As for the other issues you listed that will be on my radar now since this is my 1st Honda Pilot (I've owned 2 other Hondas, a 1995 Odyssey and a 2002 Civic which dropped the transmission which is why I bought the Pilot). I am now a subscriber because of this video and also your upgrade ideas in your other videos as I want to make my Pilot a project vehicle and give it to one of my kids in a couple of years. Thanks for sharing your Pilot knowledge!
Very helpful info 👍. Pictures of burning and burnt Pilot 🤔? Really thought there was a spontaneous fire issue I didn't know about when I saw those photos 😳.
2005 Honda Pilot owner with 178k.. Steering wheel emblem still looks new, TPMS sensor just failed this week, HVAC blend door actuator broke years ago but still heats and cools, clear coat is good, Cats good, No Flavor on the subframe Giggity, replaced all motor and trans mounts, replaced both front cv axles, oh and headliner is failing!
Good review!
Thanks!
Forget about recovering your headliner, take a piece of trim to the store and get a quart of latex interior satin or eggshell paint and just paint it. I’ve attempted and ruined a few and finally decided to just paint it and it was great. Takes a couple weeks to gas out then you won’t have any fumes.
03 pilot and I've gotta say I have been lucky, only needed 2 major repairs so far, alternator and 3 years later the fuel pump
But I love it and I can't see myself getting a new car for a while 😊
2005 Pilot owner. My overhead started to disintegrate around age 10. She’s served me well so far, just hit 290k miles. Started bucking yesterday so I’ll need to look into that asap.
Good video. How about the ticking motor... valve adjustments possibly? That's my current issue I'm figuring out.
Another issue is leaf bits in the fan motor under the glove box.
Thanks for your work.
It's a general 2000s Honda issue... Every single Honda I've owned does it. My pilot is going on 250 and it started ticking at 100k no perceivable issues have been detected.
@@Zakary79081 I'm hoping I can get it solved, and not just throw a bunch of money at it.🤣
Your best bet for ticking is a valve adjustment. My engine doesn't tick and I have over 260,000 miles.
I had the emblem fading, the clear coat beginning to go, the tps definitely on the rear driver side, but the worse is the whining noise after the serpentine and timing belt were changed.
I wonder if the noise is a bad pulley bearing?
Fumoto oil valve, best investment ever
Great tip!
Another issue with Honda motors in particular is the valves on the motor around 140K can cup from consistent heat.. and they have to be recalibrated... caused my motor to sputter a bit and sometimes just die... But I love my pilot... I have had two of them First edition 2003 now I have a 2005 with 223K on the motor... Runs great and have taken it all over Utah, and Colorado.. great outfits with some creature comforts... Loved your videos, Thank you. I am now going to lift mine and redo the suspension and tires. I'll post some pics when I am done.. Also just to confirm I do have a white Pilot and can confirm paint is peeling not just the clear coat but the actual paint. 05 EX-L
Dallas 2007 pilot is having steering issues with pilot sensor and when you go down the road the string get some harder to turn is anybody else that has a does anyone know if that's rack and pinion or
Are steering good job on video keep
You forgot to mention the cheap leather on the front seats and the yellowing plastic on the headlights. These are pretty solid cars if they are cared for (timing belt, transmission fluid changes regularly, suspension maintenance etc). I had a 06 EXL that was flawless at 140k miles, I regret selling it. Now I have a 05 with 194, and it runs and drives excellent but needs the front suspension rebuilt. I honestly recommend one of these to anyone over any early Ford, GM and especially Dodge/Chrysler SUV.
Have you replaced the timing belt on the 05 you have?
@@pennyprince No it was done by the previous owner at 177k. I'm only at 213k now. Still got a long way to go. If you're worried about yours, go ahead and do it. The timing belt job is WAY cheaper than a new engine or rebuilt heads.
I own the first gen Honda pilot. 2004 honda pilot ex. Owned it since 2004, with only 40 something miles at the time. Just hit 100,000 2 years ago, and I only put another 11k miles since than. No problems. Change the oil regularly, timing belt every 100k miles, all fluids, atf every 60k miles never had 1 problem with my pilot. Easily the best vehicle I have owned in my lifetime
Just got an exl 2004 with 69000 miles frame look good notice a pop every once and awhile making turns other than that runs great. Any advice of maintenance I should do?
Yeah I was hoping you was going to talk about the transmission issues all of a sudden it starts slipping going down the road with no warning the first time ever happened but when you let it cool off and it start going again shipping fine but it gets tired again and transmission gets hot and it slips more let it cool off and go again trying to figure out what's wrong with it
Just bought a 05 2 days ago. My first import. Need to learn more about her. Not off road but fly hip hop type. Im 52. So no games. Just wanna learn more about my Miss Ma!
Awesome! Enjoy it!
The control arm in the front end has a problem with the bushings rubber rot. It's the ones that are horizontal.
You should have mentioned getting adjustable rear control arms!
Yeah! especially if you get a lift. Do you need them with a stock Pilot?
Yes, most Honda stuff is known for camber issues.
@@johnjbarnes78 Good tip!
@@GotterAdventure yeah. My rear tires wore unevenly. Once we had the new arms installed the rear doesn't look saggy any more either. Next step is the Timbren spring filler things. I tried the airbags but they never held air for me despite my best efforts.
I had my nephew replace the Stabilizer links , stabilizer bushings and also discovered the lower control bushings was worn out. All have been replaced and now it rides on a cloud.
Doing my subframe repair now. How do you recommend I mark where to drill on the floorboard? use a punch from down below?
I drilled a hole larger than necessary and used a piece of steel to create a big bolt sandwich. So fare it seems to be holding up.
My model is 2004 Honda Pilot. It gives a very strong jerk/vibration having to do with gear either during motion or when I slow down. Sometimes it doesn't select the gear at all especially on drive. I have changed the gear and engine seats but no difference.
What is the fix for this????? Mine is doing this
If you live in Northern (snow) States look up (SMOD) Strawberry Milkshake Of Death on the Honda RIDGELINE/PILOT fourms.
It's when the Transmission fluid mixes with Antifreeze.
What to look for & how to fix it.
Only on the 03-05 models.
@@wrenchesinmotion3282 it happened to my 2008 Honda Ridgeline .
Transmission line fittings at radiator started to fail due to rusting washers.
@@johnlopez3001 Sucks that it happened to you. Not typical with the 06-08 models, but then again, you are north. External trans cooler FTW.
The metal where the spring mounts to the rear subframe is rusting out. Already did the subframe mount repair.
window motors and lock actuators they go bad back to back to back and some of that also transferred to the MDX
Nail polish! Use 120 grit or higher sand paper to prep the emblem. Be very careful to not sand on the steering wheel itself. Won't look PERFECT, but it at least won't look noticeable.
Good idea
2008 with 102k, runs great, but just had to replace the ABS module. Also did the struts and rear shocks. Got the headliner saggin, but that thing is huge, I don't wan to do it
I’m with you on the headliner! So far I just have it pinned up
I love this vehicle.
It is a great one for sure!
Sorry forgot there was a 5th issue. The HVAC blend motor issue. Mine sounds like an old perculating coffee maker. Annoying, but not like "Annoying Orange" annoying. So far only "paper cut" issues with mine. But will definitely check on the frame rot issue. I bought mine used last year before I found your site so didn't know to check. As I said below you've got a subscriber now !
Hey buddy I noticed that my battery light comes on and off while I'm driving. Number two I noticed that it won't start while I have it in parked I have to move it to neutral then start my car the third I noticed that while driving I can hear the road below me like I have no shocks.
My Honda logo on my '05 still looks new; not sure what happened with yours. Also the famous P0420 Code!!!!!! While I need to get my car inspected, it's has passed the emissions test every time. The code is intermittent on my Pilot. I just wait until the code clears before bringing it in to get inspected.
Does it make sense to just drill drainage holes in that pillar to help prevent the rust?
Good info I love my pilot
Thanks! I do too!
2004 Honda pilot with 196,000 Miles and no service engine light on it but like you said the rear bumper and other stuff like that it is really really really rusty under there like if we get rear-ended where dead
“I might would consider” 🤣😂🤣 I’ve heard this before
U convinced me to fix my saggy rear end 😂😂 I got an 06 Honda Pilot
What tires do you have on that pilot? I would like to get good off roading tires
(2005 pilot) Just had my radiator replaced and now my engine light flashes a few times when I start it and my gym-4 light comes on sometimes, never did that before!!!
I bought an 06 Pilot with 181k miles. The first thing I did was to have the timing belt water pump complete kit replaced at a local auto repair for $500. The actuator and headliner are the only pending repairs to be done.
Good call on the timing belt and water pump! That was a great price. The actuator is pretty easy, the headliner seams like a pain.
Whats the name of the local shop you had your car serviced.maybe they have a shop near here in Guelph Ontario
I bought at 07 pilot with 187k how does one know if the timing belt needs to be changed?
The only thing I notice when driving is that if I’m driving around 40mph it feels weird. Any test I can do to diagnose those problem.
We have or have had 7/10 of these issues on our 212k mile 2008. Strangely enough, it's lived in the northeast all of its life, and the subframe is in fairly decent condition. It has a bit of surface rust, but nothing near what I would have expected it to be.
spray the left rear subframe mount down with Fluidfilm...also spray it generously inside the rail where theres an opening to the mount.
Same
Purchased my 05 Whit EX-L with 119K now has 223K
Here's my maintenance List : mostly common maintenance.
-Valve Adjustment
-Timing Belt, Water Pump, Spark Plugs
-Alternator
-Starter Motor
-Rear Shocks and struts
-Alignment
-Power Steering motor
-Top compression Hose and bottom rack and pinion passenger side.
-Oil and filters
-Brake Pads Front 70K
-Rear pads... about time for new ones.. haven't changed in over 100K ! Still good.
Surprising areas I have not had to take care of:
-CV Joints ?? Still Good
-Honda Symbol on Steering wheel? Perfect
-Leather interior? Still amazing No cracks or tears.
-Creeks or noises? Still quiet as she purrs down the road. :)
-Disc Rotors? They may need to be turned now.. will check on the next maintenance
Just to name a few. Despite some issues with these vehicles.. they are capable, comfortable, quiet, and great daily commuters with surprising offroad capacity.
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Thanks!
Thanks of the Super Thanks!
Have a 2006 Pilot with 242k miles. Bought it at 100k eight years ago. Had to replace the timing belt and water pump at about 170k, way past the recommended time. My TPMS sensors went out and my mechanic wanted $300 to install all four. I passed, since I can manually check the air on the tires regularly. Is that too old school?
We also have the gurgling noise, that we couldn’t figure out - so grateful for your video. We are also repairing the rear axle next week and we’re grateful that this was repairable as the rest of the vehicle is in decent shape still.
One issue we haven’t figured out is slightly flickering lights when idling. Any ideas?
I need some help , one of my spark plugs is getting oil...any good mechanics in Phoenix AZ???
I have a 2007 honda pilot just it's not starting quick enough and it has a brand new battery. Do you have any idea what it could be?
@hondapilotoverland what kit do you recommend
Drains from cowl at bottom of windshield, drain out through mud flaps!
Mudflaps plug up wit mud and fill your pillar with water, up until water starts coming in following your harnesses.
Carpets get soaked.
Drill larger drain holes in mud flap as and keep mud clear.
I need your help. I buy use one 2005 honda pilot. And i got the problem. When i speed up to 22-25mph up. Feel the front car vibrating too much