Why won t my 2003 honda pilot start?
The most common causes that hinders normal starting operation of your Pilot are dead key fob battery, dead 12v battery, corrosion on battery terminals, bad alternator, clogged fuel filter, broken starter, blown fuse, empty gas tank, immobilizer error or any fault in the electrical system.
What does it mean when your Honda Pilot won’t start?
The first and most common is when it won’t turn over. This just means that the engine doesn’t move when you turn the key. The second way that your Pilot won’t start is when the engine turns when you engage the starter, but it won’t fire and run on its own.
How long does it take a Honda Pilot to turn over?
So I turn the key and continue to crank while listening closely to hear it turn over. It oftentimes takes 5-10 seconds to turn over. And even when it does turn over, it seems to barely start. I do not understand what is going on!
What’s the best way to start a Honda Pilot?
Does it start any more readily if you leave the key in the ‘ON’ or ‘II’ position for a few seconds (to let the fuel pump run) before trying to start the car? Do you have any other keys on the same ring as the one for the Pilot? If so, remove them and see if there’s an improvement.
Is the Honda Pilot cranking all the time?
Yes it cranks excessively but will always get around to starting and once I touch the gas, all is fine. When cranking excessively I get a gas smell in through the ventilation, so it sure doesn’t seem to be a fuel issue.
Why does my Honda Pilot take so long to start?
Since purchasing the vehicle at 100k miles, I’ve replaced the timing belt and spark plugs along with other normal maintenace items such as oil changes, new brakes, brake fluid change, transmission fluid change, differential fluid change, etc. I’ve been having a problem starting the vehicle and it’s been going on for about a year now.
Are there any problems with a 2003 Honda Pilot?
CarComplaints.com Notes: Beware the 2003 Honda Pilot once the odometer reaches 100k miles, when two problem defect trends have shown up: transmission failure & ignition switch problems. Read more » Typically a locksmith can fix the ignition switch or it can be replaced for around $700.
How many miles does a Honda Pilot ex have?
I have a 2003 Honda Pilot EX with about 116,000 miles on it. Since purchasing the vehicle at 100k miles, I’ve replaced the timing belt and spark plugs along with other normal maintenace items such as oil changes, new brakes, brake fluid change, transmission fluid change, differential fluid change, etc.
Does it start any more readily if you leave the key in the ‘ON’ or ‘II’ position for a few seconds (to let the fuel pump run) before trying to start the car? Do you have any other keys on the same ring as the one for the Pilot? If so, remove them and see if there’s an improvement.