Key Fob Battery Change

After a few years of daily use, the battery inside the key fob remote control for the keyless entry system of a first generation (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008) Honda Pilot SUV can become weak or stop working entirely.

Check out my DIY instructions for changing the battery (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Map Light Bulbs Change

If you need to change a burnt out map light bulb in the overhead console of your 1st generation Honda Pilot SUV, take a look at my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Vanity Mirror Light Bulbs

If you need to change a burnt out vanity mirror light bulb located in the sun visor of your first generation (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 & 2008) Honda Pilot SUV, check out my DIY instructions (including the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

You can also upgrade both of the bulbs to brighter LED units.

Dome Light Bulbs Change

The Honda Pilot is equipped with two sets of dome lights (also known as the rear passenger courtesy reading lights) located above the second row of seats and the third row.

To view my DIY instructions for changing a burnt out light bulb (or upgrading them both to brighter LED units) click on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.

Courtesy Step Light Bulb

If you need to change a burnt out courtesy step light bulb located at the bottom of the plastic interior door panel of your first generation (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 & 2008) Honda Pilot SUV, check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Cargo Area Light Bulbs

The tailgate door of a Honda Pilot is equipped with a cargo area light that has two bulbs. If you need to change a burnt out light bulb, take a look at my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Cabin Air Filter Change

If the A/C system in your first generation (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 & 2008) Honda Pilot SUV hasn't been working as well recently or the air coming out of the vents smells a bit musty or moldy, you probably need to clean or change the cabin air filter element in the HVAC blower motor housing.

Check out my DIY tutorial (with the compatible part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Rear Wiper Blade Change

If you've been having trouble seeing out of the back windshield of your Honda Pilot during a rain or snow storm, you probably need to replace the rear window wiper blade.

To view my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the OEM blade size in inches and the compatible replacement part numbers), click on the text link above or the thumbnail picture on the left of this paragraph.

Windshield Wiper Blades

If you've been having difficulty seeing out of the front windshield window during a rain storm, you probably need to change the wiper blades.

Take a look at my DIY directions for the procedure (with the OEM blade size in inches and the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Engine Air Filter Change

The engine air filter element for the VTEC 3.5 liter V6 motor in a first generation (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 & 2008) Honda Pilot SUV should be cleaned at every oil change and replaced after a few years or every 30,000 to 45,000 miles.

Check out my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers), by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

License Plate Lights

If you need to change a burnt out license plate light bulb in the tailgate door of your Honda Pilot (or upgrade them both to brighter LED bulbs), check out my DIY directions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Tail Light Bulbs Change

The tail light assemblies of a 1st generation (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 & 2008) Honda Pilot contain the brake, rear turn signal and side marker light bulbs.

To view my DIY tutorial for changing the bulbs (with the compatible replacement part number), click on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Reverse Light Bulbs

If you need to change a burnt out reverse light bulb (or upgrade them both to brighter LED bulbs) in the tailgate of your Honda Pilot, check out my DIY instructions (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail picture to the left.

3rd Brake Light Bulb

The high mount third brake light is located at the top of the tailgate door on a 1st generation 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 and 2008 Honda Pilot.

Take a look at my DIY instructions for the bulb change procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Front Side Marker

If you need to change a burnt out front side marker light bulb located in the front fender or "quarter panel" of your Honda Pilot SUV, check out my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail picture on the left side of this paragraph.

Headlight Bulbs Change

The headlight assemblies of a first generation (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 & 2008) Honda Pilot SUV contain the low beam, high beam, front turn signal, side marker and DRL (daytime running lamp) light bulbs.

To view my DIY instructions for changing a burnt out headlight bulb (with the compatible replacement part numbers), click on the text link or thumbnail image.

Fog Light Bulbs Change

If you need to change a burnt out fog light bulb in the front bumper cover of your Honda Pilot, check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

PCV Valve Change

The PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve in the VTEC 3.5 liter V6 engine of a Honda Pilot should be checked every 30,000 miles and replaced about every 60,000 miles or every 5 to 7 years.

Take a look at my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Electrical Fuse Change

The best place to start when troubleshooting any electrical problem with your Honda Pilot SUV is to check for a blown fuse or a faulty relay in the engine bay or the interior passenger compartment electrical panels.

To view my DIY instructions for the procedure, click on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Door Panel Removal

If you would like to upgrade the OEM door speakers in your first generation (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 & 2008) Honda Pilot SUV, you'll first have to take off the plastic interior door panels.

Check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail picture to the left.

12V Battery Change

If you've been having trouble starting the engine in your Honda Pilot on a cold morning and the OEM battery is a few years old, you probably need to replace it.

Take a look at my DIY instructions for the battery change procedure (with the OEM group size and the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Spark Plugs Change

The OEM spark plugs in a 1st generation (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 & 2008) Honda Pilot SUV can last up to 100,000 miles, but they should be checked before that time.

To view my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) click on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Engine Oil Change

The best way to keep your Honda Pilot running reliably is to regularly change the motor oil and replace the oil filter on the 3.5 liter VTEC V6 engine.

Check out my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement oil filter part numbers), by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Front Brake Pads Change

If you've been hearing a squealing, grinding or screeching sound coming from the front end of your Honda Pilot when you step on the brake pedal, you probably need to replace the front brake pads.

Take a look at my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement brake pad part numbers) by clicking on the text link or thumbnail image.

Rear Brake Pads Change

The rear disc brake pads on a Honda Pilot tend to last twice as long as the front pads or anywhere from 60,000 to over 100,000 miles depending on your unique driving conditions.

Check out my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

ATF Fluid Change

The ATF (automatic transmission fluid) in a 1st generation (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 & 2008) Honda Pilot SUV with the VTEC 3.5L V6 engine should be replaced every 45,000 to 60,000 miles depending on your driving conditions.

To view my DIY tutorial for the procedure, click on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Load Adjust Shock Install

If the rear end of your Honda Pilot has been sagging low when packed with cargo, with passengers in the 3rd row of seats or the suspension sags so much so that it bottoms out going over speed bumps, you should consider installing the Monroe load adjusting shock absorbers.

Check out my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the compatible part number), by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail picture to the left.

P/S Hose O-Rings

If you've been hearing a moaning, groaning or whining noise coming from the power steering pump of your Honda Pilot on a cold morning and the fluid in the reservoir is foamy or has air bubbles, you may need to replace the rubber o-ring gaskets for the inlet joint. (TSB # 07-060 or TSB 07-086)

To view my DIY directions for the procedure, with the compatible replacement o-ring gaskets part number, click on the text link above or the thumbnail picture on the left.

Spring & Bump Stop

If the rear suspension of your Pilot has been sagging a bit or easily bottoming out over speed bumps, you may need to replace the coil spring.

Check out my DIY instructions for replacing the metal coil spring, top and bottom rubber spring insulators and the rubber bump stop.

Sway Bar End Links

If you've been hearing a clanking, clunking, popping, creaking or clanging noise in the front end of your Honda Pilot when you go over speed bumps, you may need to replace the worn out front suspension sway bar end links (also known as the front stabilizer bar links or anti-roll bars). Click on the text link or thumbnail image to view my DIY guide.

Front Control Arms

If you've been hearing a creaking, clunking or popping noise in the front end of your first generation (2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 & 2008) Honda Pilot, you might need to replace the front lower control arms due to worn out rubber bushings.

Check out my DIY directions for the procedure by clicking on the text link or thumbnail.

Front Sway Bar Bushings

Another possible source of unpleasant noises in the front end of your Honda Pilot could be a worn out or dry rotted front stabilizer bar bushings (also known as the "sway" bar).

To view my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the compatible replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image on the left.