Does 2010 Honda Pilot have VCM?
Your Pilot is equipped with the latest generation of Honda’s Variable Cylinder Management™ – or VCM® – technology. When demand on the engine is low, it deactivates cylinders to use less fuel. So when you’re cruising at a steady lower speed, the engine actually becomes a 3-cylinder powerplant.
What does VCM stand for?
VCM
| Acronym | Definition |
|---|---|
| VCM | Vehicle Control Module |
| VCM | Vibration Condition Monitoring |
| VCM | Variable Coding and Modulation (second generation operating feature of digital video broadcasting) |
| VCM | Version Conflict Manager (Microsoft) |
Is there a VCM on a Honda V6?
While talking to the dealer they told my wife that they were aware of an issue on the v6 for consumption but not mine. Something to do with the VCM. The fix was to disable or “reprogram” that feature. That’s the only knowledge I have. Take it with a grain of salt. VCM is mostly availible on Hondas with the J35Z engine.
How to deactivate VCM in a Honda SOHC engine?
Deactivate Honda VCM in 3.5L V6 SOHC engines. The S-VCM Controller is an automobile grade, high precision tool that can reliably disable VCM 100% of the time, and would safely bypass in case the engine overheats.
How to disable Honda Variable Cylinder Management ( VCM )?
Honda produced the 2 minute video above that explains how the VCM operates. They admit the vibration effects in their own video. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.
How does the s-VCM controller work on a car?
The S-VCM Controller is an automobile grade, high precision digital tool with automatic logic control. It is programmed to reliably deactivate VCM 100% of the time, while constantly monitoring the actual coolant temperature to ensure it is safe to disable VCM.
Why does Honda use Variable Cylinder Management ( VCM )?
… Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) is a technology introduced by Honda on its V6 engines to improve EPA fuel efficiency numbers. It involves using the PCM to shut down cylinders at cruising conditions. During VCM, the valves to deactivated cylinders are disabled, along with the spark and fuel supply.
While talking to the dealer they told my wife that they were aware of an issue on the v6 for consumption but not mine. Something to do with the VCM. The fix was to disable or “reprogram” that feature. That’s the only knowledge I have. Take it with a grain of salt. VCM is mostly availible on Hondas with the J35Z engine.
Deactivate Honda VCM in 3.5L V6 SOHC engines. The S-VCM Controller is an automobile grade, high precision tool that can reliably disable VCM 100% of the time, and would safely bypass in case the engine overheats.
When does the s-VCM controller disable VCM?
The S-VCM Controller will always reliably disable VCM in summer and winter, regardless where you live, Florida or Alaska. The ability to deactivate VCM 100% of the time is a key performance criterion. Every time when VCM switches on/off, the vehicle makes a lot of adjustments such as the ignition timing,…