When to change timing belt on Honda Pilot?
Can anyone tell me the recommended interval to change the timing belt on the Pilot? (2006) I read the manual and the timing belt is mentioned two places. Both places it says something like “If you are in any of these conditions: ABOVE 105 degrees, BELOW -25 OR tow regularly you should change the timing belt at 60K.
How long does a Honda timing chain last?
The timing chain should last you the life of your engine although there are occasions when it could fail and wear out on you. Typically, however you can expect the time you change the last over 200,000 miles. Timing belts are usually composite rubber belts with teeth on the inside to grip the gears of the camshaft and the crankshaft.
Are there any recalls on Honda timing belts?
Honda has had some issues with tiny belts in their vehicles in the past. In 2019 Honda recalled nearly 100,000 vehicles because of manufacturing defects and some timing belts that could increase the risk of a vehicle stalling or causing an accident.
How much does it cost to change timing belt?
The timing belt tensioner was already leaking by that point, so it probably would have been wise to actually follow the manual in my case. And $1500 is nuts, even a Honda dealer should be able to do the timing belt and water pump for less than $1000.
When the timing belt in a Honda Pilot should be replace?
The schedule to change the timing belt on a Honda Pilot is at an interval of 105,000 miles or 84 months. For extreme climate conditions, Honda recommends you change the belt at 60,000 miles.
Which Hondas have timing belts?
All Honda V6 engines currently incorporate the use of a timing belt. Honda cars that are equipped with the V6 engine include the Honda Accord V6, Honda Ridgeline, Honda Odyssey van, and Honda Pilot.
How much does it cost to replace a timing belt?
The average cost for a timing belt replacement is between $498 and $669 . Labor costs are estimated between $319 and $403 while parts are priced between $179 and $266 .
How to remove drive belt tensioner 05-08 Honda?
To remove your drive belt, you need to place a 14mm socket with a breaker bar on the auto tensioner to relieve the tension. Take a 14mm socket and a breaker bar, put it down in here. Place it over the auto tensioner. Pull to the rear of the car to relieve the tension on the belt.
How often should you check your Honda Pilot?
Check oil and coolant at each fuel stop. Check tire inflation and condition once a month. Have you used the Honda Ownerslink to log your maintenance performed and service scheduals? Get way to keep records of all the service done on your Pilot and the recommended service. I think the 60k was written just for extreme climate pilot owners.