Key Fob Battery Change

After a few years of daily use, the battery inside the combination key fob remote control and metal ignition key of a second generation (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015) Honda Pilot can become weak or stop working entirely.

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

Cabin Air Filter Change

If the A/C system in your 2nd generation (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015) Honda Pilot 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.

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

Rear Wiper Blade Change

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

Take a look at my DIY steps for the procedure (with the OEM blade size in inches and the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail picture on the left side of this paragraph.

Map Light Bulbs Change

If you need to change a burnt out map light bulb in the overhead console of your second generation (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015) Honda Pilot, check out my DIY instructions for the procedure by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Vanity Mirror Light Bulbs

The sun visors in a 2nd generation Honda Pilot are equipped with two lights that illuminate the vanity mirror.

If you need to change a burnt out vanity mirror light bulb or you'd like to upgrade them both to brighter LED bulbs, take a look at my DIY tutorial by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail picture to the left.

Dome Light Bulbs Change

If you need to change a burnt out overhead dome light bulb in the headliner of your second generation Honda Pilot, check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

These lights may also be referred to as the rear passenger reading or courtesy lights since they are above the 2nd row and 3rd row of passenger seats.

Door Step Light Bulb

If you need to change a burnt out courtesy step light bulb at the bottom of your plastic door panels, take a look at my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Cargo Area Light Bulb

The second generation Honda Pilot SUV is equipped with a cargo area or "trunk" light located near the tailgate door.

Check out my DIY instructions for changing the cargo area or "trunk" light bulb (with the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

License Plate Light Bulbs

If you need to change a burnt out license plate light bulb on the tailgate door of your second generation (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015) Honda Pilot SUV, check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (including the replacement part number) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Tail Light Bulbs Change

The tail light housings of a 2nd generation Honda Pilot SUV contain the brake, rear turn signal and reverse light bulbs.

If you need to change a burnt out tail light bulb, take a look at my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail picture to the left.

Windshield Wiper Blades

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

Check out my DIY tutorial for the procedure (including the OEM blade sizes in inches and the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Door Panel Removal

If you'd like to upgrade the OEM door speakers in your 2nd generation (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015) Honda Pilot SUV, you'll first have to take off the plastic interior door panels.

Take a look at my DIY instructions for the procedure 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 3.5 liter SOHC 24V i-VTEC V6 engine of a second generation Honda Pilot SUV should be checked at every oil change and replaced when dirty.

To view my DIY instructions for the procedure, including the replacement part numbers, click on the text link or thumbnail image below.

Electrical Fuse Change

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

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

12V Car Battery Change

If you've been having difficulty starting the engine in your second generation Honda Pilot, especially on a cold morning, and the OEM 12 volt car battery is a few years old, you probably need to change the battery.

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

Headlight Bulbs Change

The headlight housings of a 2nd generation Honda Pilot contain the low beam, high beam, front turn signal and front side marker light bulbs.

If you need to change a burnt out headlight bulb, check out my DIY instructions for the procedure (with the replacement part numbers) by clicking on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Fog Light Bulb Change

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

V6 Engine Oil Change

The best way to keep your second generation (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015) Honda Pilot SUV running reliably is to regularly change the motor oil and replace the oil filter on the 3.5L i-VTEC SOHC V6 engine.

To view my DIY oil change tutorial (including the replacement filter part numbers) click on the text link above or the thumbnail image to the left.

Pilot PCV Valve Change

The PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) valve in a 2nd generation Honda Pilot should be checked and/or replaced about every 30,000 to 60,000 miles.

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

Pilot 3.5L V6 Spark Plugs

The iridium tipped OEM spark plugs in a second generation Honda Pilot SUV can last up to 100,000 miles, but they should be checked well before that mileage.

Take a look at my DIY tutorial for the procedure (with the replacement 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, screeching or grinding noise coming from the front end of your Honda Pilot when you step on the brake pedal, you probably need to change the front brake pads.

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

Rear Disc Brake Pads

The rear disc brake pads on a 2nd generation Honda Pilot should last twice as long as the front pads or anywhere from 60,000 to over 100,000 miles.

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