uuMaintenance Under the Hood uChanging the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
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Maintenance
4. Remove the oil filter and dispose of the
remaining oil.
5. Check that the filter ga sket is not stuck to
the engine contact surface.
u If it is stuck, you must detach it.
6. Wipe away dirt and dust adhering to the
contact surface of the engine block, and
install a new oil filter.
u Apply a light coat of new engine oil to
the filter gasket.
7. Put a new washer on the drain bolt, then
reinstall the drain bolt.
u Tightening torque:
29 lbf∙ft (39 N∙m, 4.0 kgf∙m)
8. Pour the recommended engine oil into the
engine.
u Engine oil change capacity (including
filter):
4.5 US qt (4.3 L)
9. Reinstall the engine oil fill cap securely and
start the engine.
10. Run the engine for a few minutes, and
then check that there is no leak from the
drain bolt or oil filter.
11. Stop the engine, wait for three minutes,
and then check the oil level on the
dipstick.
u If necessary, add more engine oil.1Changing the Engine Oil and Oil Filter
You will need a special wrench to replace the oil
filter. You can buy this wrench from a dealer.
When installing the new oil filter, follow the
instructions supplied with the oil filter.
Reinstall the engine oil fill cap. Start the engine. The
low oil pressure indicator should go off within five
seconds. If it does not, turn off the engine, and check
your work.
Oil Filter
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Specifications
■Vehicle Specifications
*1: 2WD models
*2: 4WD models
*3: LX models with 4WD
*4: Except LX models with 4WD
ModelHonda Pilot
No. of Passengers:
Front 2
Second 3
Third 3
Total 8
Weights:Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating U.S.: 5,953 lbs (2,700 kg)*1
6,096 lbs (2,765 kg)*2
Canada: 2,700 kg*1
2,765 kg*2
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Front)U.S.: 2,921 lbs (1,325 kg)
Canada: 1,325 kg
Gross Axle Weight
Rating (Rear)U.S.: 3,197 lbs (1,450 kg)*1
3,251 lbs (1,475 kg)*3
3,362 lbs (1,525 kg)*4
Canada: 1,450 kg*1
1,525 kg*2
Air Conditioning:Refrigerant Type HFC-134a (R-134a)Charge Quantity21.2 – 22.9 oz (600 – 650 g)Lubricant TypeND-OIL8
■ Engine Specifications
■ Fuel
■ Battery
■ Washer Fluid
Displacement212 cu-in (3,471 cm3)
Spark Plugs NGK DILZKR7A11G
Fuel:
TypeUnleaded gasoline, Pump octane number
of 87 or higher
Fuel Tank Capacity 21.0 US gal (79.5 ℓ)
Capacity/Type60AH(5)/72AH(20)
Tank CapacityU.S.: 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Canada: 6.9 US qt (6.5 ℓ)
■ Light Bulbs
*5: Not available on all models
Headlights (Low Beam)55W (H11)
Headlights (High Beam) 60 W (HB3)
Daytime Running Lights60 W (HB3)
Fog Lights*555W (H11)Front Turn Signal/Parking Lights28/8W (Amber)
Side Turn Signal Lights
(on Door Mirrors)
*5 LED
Front Side Marker Lights3CP
Rear Side Marker Lights 5W
Brake/Taillights21/5W
Back-Up Lights 18W
Rear Turn Signal/Taillights21/5W
High-Mount Brake Light 5W
Rear License Plate Light5W
Interior Lights Map Lights (Front) 8W
Map Lights (Rear) 4CP
Door Courtesy Lights 2CP
Console Compartment
Light 1.4W
Glove Box Light 1.4W
Foot Light LED
Cargo Area Light 8W
Vanity Mirror Lights 1.4W
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■Brake Fluid
■ Automatic Transmission Fluid
*1: 2WD models
*2: 4WD models
■Rear Differential Fluid*
■Transfer Assembly Fluid*
SpecifiedHonda Heavy Duty Brake Fluid DOT 3
SpecifiedHonda ATF DW-1
(automatic transmission fluid)
Capacity Change 3.2 US qt (3.1 ℓ)
*1
3.6 US qt (3.4 ℓ)*2
SpecifiedHonda VTM-4 Differential Fluid
Capacity Change 2.79 US qt (2.64 ℓ)
SpecifiedHYPOID GEAR OIL API GL4 or GL5
SAE75W-85 (SAE90 CAN BE USED)
Capacity Change 0.45 US qt (0.43 ℓ)
■ Engine Oil
■ Engine Coolant
Recommended·Genuine Honda Motor Oil 0W-20
·API Premium-grade 0W-20 detergent oil
Capacity Change 4.2 US qt (4.0 ℓ)
Change
including
filter
4.5 US qt (4.3 ℓ)
SpecifiedHonda Long-Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type2
Ratio 50/50 with distilled water
Capacity1.98 US gal (7.5 ℓ)
(change including the remaining
0.198 US gal (0.75 ℓ) in the reserve tank)
■ Tire
*3: U.S. LX
*4: Except U.S. LX
Regular
SizeP235/65R/17 103T*3
P235/60R/18 102T*4
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm2])
Front31 (210 [2.1])*3
35 (240 [2.4])*4
Rear33 (230 [2.3])*3
35 (240 [2.4])*4
Compact
Spare Size
T165/80D17 104M
Pressure
psi (kPa [kgf/cm
2]) 60 (420 [4.2])
Wheel SizeRegular17 x 7.5J*3
18 x 7.5J*4
Compact Spare17 x 4T
* Not available on all models
