Thank you so very much for this video!! I watched the entire video this morning and had complete confidence to change the spark plugs in my father’s 2013 Honda Pilot an hour later. We were both extremely thankful since we were on a 1200 mile trip in which misfires cost us an entire day of travel. We stopped at an Auto Zone, purchased the plugs, borrowed their tools and changed them in the parking lot. Thank you again for such a thorough video and explanation of everything!
@MobileCarMechanicКүн бұрын
Glad it helped!
@wdtaut56505 ай бұрын
This may be the best car maintenance video I have ever seen. Lighting and camera were excellent. Explanations were clear. Everything step by step, nothing skipped. Nothing off camera. After watching, I can do this! 23:24 Another KZbin video gave this tip: use two 3" extensions. Put them in one at a time. Much easier than trying to force a 6".
@MobileCarMechanic5 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@perfectchaos_official Жыл бұрын
Great video.You didn't skip steps, no dumb dialogue, easy to follow. you can't ask for more. Im a new subscriber!
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words. Our goal was to make easy to understand videos and get straight to the point. Cheers!
@orangecounty607 ай бұрын
Agreed
@seasgarage2 жыл бұрын
Not too many videos on this oddly enough. Plenty pilots out there, but I guess it took up until 3 weeks ago for someone to change the plugs 😆
@MobileCarMechanic2 жыл бұрын
Haha I agree. Hopefully it helped. Enjoy!
@rolandcaldwell1824 Жыл бұрын
Good video ! Some long arms helps. Very tight back there
@tonymotta93411 ай бұрын
I only checked it out to see if someone used a better setup on tools than me. Spark plugs these days are pretty straightforward.
@TagYouAreNotIt5 ай бұрын
Almost 200k before I am😂 sheesh
@2008fjr9 ай бұрын
Great job! It was a big help. The back side plugs on my engine looked alot more cramped than yours. Got it all done and it's running great. $130 for 6 plugs in November 2023!
@MobileCarMechanic9 ай бұрын
Glad it helped
@oldshoe14 ай бұрын
Was that including labor ? if not that’s a lot.
@ChrisClemens-uu1si3 ай бұрын
I just paid $25 to Rockauto for NGK's
@stephencotter5382 ай бұрын
Ya, my plugs are way more cramped, can't get eyes on em, not sure I'm going to even attempt it
@charliebuchanan1106 Жыл бұрын
Awesome stuff! Followed along, got frustrated in the same spots, and got it done on my wife’s 2009 Honda Pilot. Thank you very much!
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
No worries. We understand the struggle. Glad our video helped. Cheers!
@cineaste1969 Жыл бұрын
This is a great video. I know it’s hard because of the working space but thanks for all of your effort. Much appreciated. Keep up the good work! 👍🏼
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
I agree the space is very limited. Thank you for the support.
@chinatownboy74823 ай бұрын
This is why I am always buying more tools. A universal joint on the spark plug socket, a deep well spark plug socket, a spark plug socket with a swivel, a different length extension, a flex head ratchet handle.... all of those options could have made a big difference.
@robn7299 ай бұрын
Going to do mine soon. Will let you know how it went. I watched the whole video now though and you make it look simple. I love how you don’t just jump around and cut stuff out and I like how you don’t waste time with bs talk. Good stuff 👍
@MobileCarMechanic9 ай бұрын
Thank you! Try to keep it simple.
@ericgroves640121 күн бұрын
Great video. I watched this before doing it myself. Thank you for not shacking the camera! ❤❤
@MobileCarMechanic20 күн бұрын
You’re welcome 😊
@s2kmetal21 күн бұрын
Thanks bro. Your video was extremely helpful. That last spark plug at the back was a nasty one to get the clip off of.
@MobileCarMechanic21 күн бұрын
I agree. Glad I could help.
@zachariejerome107 Жыл бұрын
Great video ! I usually don’t take time commenting videos ! But this guy is very patient and he shows everything ! Thank you brother 😎
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words and support! Cheers!
@andrewwilliams75862 жыл бұрын
thanks! haven't changed mine in a few years, was nice to have a guide to follow along with.
@MobileCarMechanic2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@modernarizona6 ай бұрын
Thank you for making this video. I have to do this repair to my wife’s car tomorrow.
@MobileCarMechanic6 ай бұрын
You got this! It’s not as hard as it seems. Cheers
@pelnarius24464 ай бұрын
Dude, THANK YOU!!!! This saved me so much money! Took me about an hour and a half cause I'm not used to working on cars. But this video was the exact step-by-step instruction I needed. Car runs beautifully now.
@MobileCarMechanic4 ай бұрын
You're welcome! I know this job is $$$
@dungeondesigns10410 ай бұрын
I used to get asked, "why do you mechanics always have scraped knuckles?" Modern automakers - that's why. This video is a great answer to that question. They cram as much as they can into those tiny ass engine compartments.
@MobileCarMechanic10 ай бұрын
My career for future hand model has been crushed. But yeah they don’t always make things easy to access. But this job wasn’t too difficult. Just can be hard to see at times. Cheers!
@marcianotanada10024 ай бұрын
My good friend retired mechanic did it once on my 2013 pilot and 2011 accord and I’ll try to do it myself after over 100k kms.your is exactly the way he did it 👊👍
@MobileCarMechanic4 ай бұрын
Thank you! Glad I could help.
@c.t.25735 ай бұрын
Knocked out plugs and coils today! Thanks for the detailed walk through 👍
@MobileCarMechanic5 ай бұрын
Glad to help
@mooreadventuresАй бұрын
Thank you for the video. Got my 2014 done today - took less than 1.5 hours. The only thing I did differently was add a very small amount of anti-seize to the threads (out going plugs we pretty bad) and a light coating of dielectric grease to the boots. Some old school teachings still haunt me. Plugs cost me ~$12 ea locally - I could get them cheaper from Rock Auto, but didn't want to wait, #3 cyl was throwing a misfire since last week.
@MobileCarMechanicАй бұрын
Great tip! Thank you for sharing.
@meatmanphilly Жыл бұрын
Great video. The back of wasn’t as bad as I thought. Harbor freight flexible joint adapters saved me. I’m 5’9 and knocked the back out standing on my toes in a 2012 pilot.
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Definitely will take a toll on your back and joints. You’ll be feeling old for a day or two haha. Glad our video helped. Cheers!
@JenniferBeh-Zimmer8 ай бұрын
THANK YOU!! I was a bit intimidated when I looked at what I had to do, but you put me at ease and reminded me to have patience with myself and the car. Very good video footage btw.
@MobileCarMechanic8 ай бұрын
You're very welcome!
@felixmartinez532510 ай бұрын
Great video, it will make changing out plugs and coils on my 2015 Honda Pilot so much easier
@MobileCarMechanic10 ай бұрын
Glad it helped
@jkpanda79 ай бұрын
Excellent tutorial 👍🏻 Thanks! My old man asked me to do this to his 12’
@MobileCarMechanic9 ай бұрын
That is awesome!
@goinbzurk4 ай бұрын
Wasn't sure if the rear 3 would be possible, but thanks to your video I am confident that I have a much better chance of success! Thanks! One tip I would like to pass on, I had the same problem with the long extension getting crammed, so I tried using 2 short extensions instead. Makes it much easier to iremove and install the plugs.
@MobileCarMechanic4 ай бұрын
Glad I could help. Thank your for the tip.
@thomasr98269 ай бұрын
Great video. I used a small, extendable magnet for removing the socket and spark plug. Thanks for posting.
@MobileCarMechanic9 ай бұрын
Great tip!
@76TREX8 ай бұрын
Great Job!!! My 16 year old was able to change my wife’s . Keep up the hard work.👍🏻
@MobileCarMechanic8 ай бұрын
Thank you! Will do!
@ESTREPROD2 ай бұрын
Thank you for making this. I'll probably tether a wrench if I use it for # 3.
@MobileCarMechanic2 ай бұрын
Yep, glad I could help.
@9infiniti62 жыл бұрын
Great video!!! Really helped me a lot. Thank you very much for posting
@MobileCarMechanic2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, cheers!
@GavinStoneDIY10 ай бұрын
Nice work. Thanks for taking the time to make this.
@MobileCarMechanic10 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@sultanlife53854 ай бұрын
nice and easy well done. Thank you!
@MobileCarMechanic4 ай бұрын
Glad the video helped. Cheers!
@coryweller2043 Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! Got them changed! This helped a lot, I felt in control and able to do it.
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Glad our video was able to help! Cheers!
@georgedelapaz595Ай бұрын
Great video Man!! After seeing you getting it done, I can do it too!!!
@MobileCarMechanicАй бұрын
Right on!
@spacegrl9 ай бұрын
Thank you, thank you. You saved me a trip/money going to the dealership or mechanic.
@MobileCarMechanic9 ай бұрын
Glad our video helped! Cheers!
@knowbody49038 ай бұрын
Great vid! Thank you for the clear camera work and step by step instructions.
@MobileCarMechanic8 ай бұрын
Glad our video was helpful and thank you for the kind words. Cheers!
@mrbarthol Жыл бұрын
Well done! I'm sure I will have a few choice words during my attempt at it. #3 plug looks difficult.
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Good luck! Thank you.
@tungnguyen5836 ай бұрын
Awesome video thanks I’m going to try changing them this weekend.hopefully I’ll make it 😅
@MobileCarMechanic6 ай бұрын
It will be tough. Good luck!
@user-ck3vg3jp8b8 ай бұрын
Perfect video ,excellent camera work. Best I've ever saw. A-1
@MobileCarMechanic8 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@Lucky00Slevin10 ай бұрын
Great video. Thank you much for taking this time and doing this. ✌🏼😎
@MobileCarMechanic10 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@mrxiong25676 ай бұрын
Awesome. Looks like a 1 hr job if everything goes smoothly.
@MobileCarMechanic6 ай бұрын
It can be. The sparkplugs in the back is where most of your time will be spent.
@Rollout123 Жыл бұрын
Props to you for your patience...I woulda been screaming at Honda for that awful design...
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Honestly it’s better than most V6 engines with intake manifolds blocking the rear cylinders. Pretty much every manufacturer other than Honda.
@miguelbicolano72917 ай бұрын
Well done and thank you for sharing.. I guess I have to do it by myself😊 hopefully not anytime soon
@MobileCarMechanic7 ай бұрын
You can do it!
@vinnyp2490 Жыл бұрын
Great video… I’m going to have mine done soon. 155K on the original plugs
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
That’s impressive! It’s not that bad of a job. Good luck!
@jables0three9 ай бұрын
This was extremely helpful. Thank you
@MobileCarMechanic9 ай бұрын
Glad it helped. Cheers!
@RMatSLU794 ай бұрын
well you just gave me the confidence to go out and buy my own spark plugs and have a saturday morning project to save me a few hundred bucks. Dealer just quoted me over $400. Super clear video and I have all the tools here to include the magnetic socket which may help lower the new plugs in. How would you know it is time to also do the coils and not just the plugs?
@MobileCarMechanic3 ай бұрын
if you are getting misfires you would want to swap the coil on the cylinder that is misfiring to a different cylinder to see if the misfire switches cylinders. if no misfires then your fine just replacing the plugs. If you want peace of mind and while your in there your more than welcome to replace them.
@RMatSLU793 ай бұрын
I followed your video and had all 6 done in less than 3 hours. I’m a newbie but this made it as easy as it could be. Autozone rented me a torque wrench for free when I bought the spark plugs from them so that helped inserting the plugs per specs. My plugs were very old and looked burnt so I am glad I changed them. The issue I’m still having seems to also be related to VCM issues. I’m in the middle of purchasing a device to disable the VCM to see if that helps with my vehicle running weird when it warms up. It’s very smooth when I first start driving but after a few minutes, I get some idle issues. Fingers crossed.
@jaygee75082 ай бұрын
Dealership is trying to charge me over $1,000 to change my plugs. Ha. Not after this. Thank you!
@MobileCarMechanic2 ай бұрын
Glad I could help.
@larryhover51942 ай бұрын
Very appreciative
@MobileCarMechanic2 ай бұрын
It's my pleasure
@n8vwolf8 Жыл бұрын
Very helpful video! Thank you soo much for this video!👏🏽👏🏽👍🏽👍🏽👏🏽👏🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@jacobpierson89952 ай бұрын
Make sure to ALWAYS check your gap. Plug gap tool is like two dollars at pretty much any parts store. Sometimes they get bumped around in the box. Just because they come pre gapped does not mean that it's the right gap.
@MobileCarMechanic2 ай бұрын
Always good to check gap before install!
@qpham638 ай бұрын
Great video. Thanks a million.
@MobileCarMechanic8 ай бұрын
Very welcome!
@xuanquoc52153 ай бұрын
Thank you! Pro.❤
@MobileCarMechanic3 ай бұрын
You're welcome!
@MrGeek847 Жыл бұрын
This wasn’t bad, at least you didn’t have to remove so many parts JUST to get to the back 3. You should try a Toyota Avalon V6 😬
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Yeah I prefer Honda’s design better than most V6 equipped cars. And yes the Toyota Avalon is a pain haha.
@MrGeek847 Жыл бұрын
@@MobileCarMechanic lol 😆 Thanks for the response
@Laamea784 ай бұрын
We used a mag tool retriever to pull the plugs, I suppose you could use it to gently place the new ones in lol
@MobileCarMechanic4 ай бұрын
You can try lol but the magnets are too strong and make it hard, either use a proper socket or slowly insert them by hand.
@amzanmohammed2425 Жыл бұрын
Excellent video thanks you bro
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Glad it helped.
@victorgorostieta6170 Жыл бұрын
Buen vídeo gracias me sirvió mucho 😊
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Thank You!
@spongebobsquarepants96494 ай бұрын
Great video. Many thanks. But why did they make it such a pain? That socket wrench with the extension doesn't fit so you gotta keep disassembling each piece and put it back together. A civic is so much easier to work on.
@MobileCarMechanic4 ай бұрын
Having owned a bunch of civics I know how you feel. While this seems like the worst design ever it is much easier than any other v6 engine you’ll run into, including Toyota which is the easiest to work on.
@gregnixon1296 Жыл бұрын
My compliments for editing out the profanities that likely occurred when you were removing the back 3 spark plugs.
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Haha you can thank my editor as well 😂😂😂
@cdub82002 ай бұрын
Rubber hose not a magnet, helps if you have to loosen plug further
@MobileCarMechanic2 ай бұрын
That works as well, thanks for the tip. Also using a spark plug socket works if you have one. Cheers!
@joaquinrodriguez8789 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video.
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Yep, thank you.
@curtisbeckett4764 Жыл бұрын
Great job
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@orangecounty607 ай бұрын
Thank you
@MobileCarMechanic7 ай бұрын
You're welcome
@JoseVargas-gq4nr Жыл бұрын
Awesome thx
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
I’m glad it helped. Cheers!
@sandymoonstone855 Жыл бұрын
. do we need 2 blow dirt that has collected around the plugs ? 🤔
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Yes if there is any dirt then blow out the dirt before removing the plugs.
@MrDdz Жыл бұрын
Your fingernails clipping was long overdue, lmao. Nice video.
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Lmao 😂😂😂 thanks and glad the video helped!
@deputyowl Жыл бұрын
You da man. Time for a cold one
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Thanks. Cheers to that 🍻
@johnnorris7815 Жыл бұрын
great video What camera are you using
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Using a simple iPhone camera. It’s easier to handle in crammed spots.
@MindfulMusicАй бұрын
Cyl 3 was a pain in the ass.
@MobileCarMechanicАй бұрын
It wasnt fun for me either lol
@jonathonmolette359913 күн бұрын
❤ Your video, But question or the plugs pregapped already?.
@MobileCarMechanic13 күн бұрын
Thank You, the plugs were pregapped.
@CH3C0KINGS4 ай бұрын
Pregunta , si se arreglo esa pilot checando bobinas, bujias e injectores ? Porque a la mia le pasa exactamente lo mismo y supuestamente me dijeron que es el motor , espero puedas contestar gracias
@MobileCarMechanic3 ай бұрын
Yep, so far it’s been good. No issues.
@jamesfrank32134 ай бұрын
So is the sparkplug just smaller than the access hole? so it will line up with the cylinder fairly easily?
@MobileCarMechanic4 ай бұрын
Correct, The spark plugs are smaller than the tubes making it easier to install and fit a proper socket.
@jamesfrank32134 ай бұрын
@@MobileCarMechanic awesome thanks!
@andyl9920 Жыл бұрын
Did u have to use a stepping stool or something similar just to get back to the plugs? Im 5'10-11 and its too far back. Had to almost tip toe for the front plugs i havent replaced my plugs yet but just looking around n man it looks tough for the rear plugs. Maybe take off fuel injectors or whatever is on top of the plugs to get more room?
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
I needed to step on a stool as I’m shorter than you to do the rear. The rear looks intimidating but you’ll have good access for sure to the first 2 from the rear left. The 3rd one can be a bit of a pain due to a hard line being in the way but it’s possible. The lines and hoses are what’s in the way and I think they may be coolant and ac related so that would complicate things.
@andyl9920 Жыл бұрын
@@MobileCarMechanic did u had to climb onto the engine. I tried using the stepping stool and still feel like its far back. Had to stretch my back for the ignition coils
@famaguirre-arevalo46209 ай бұрын
Excellent Video much appreciated. Do you know the torque specs for the spark plugs?
@MobileCarMechanic9 ай бұрын
13 ft lbs
@dougjones30562 ай бұрын
Isn't there enough room to leave the coil attached to the connector?
@MobileCarMechanic2 ай бұрын
No, its a short wire so pulling the coil with the connector attached will limit the ability to pull it out and may cause damage to the connector or wires if you pull too hard.
@dougjones30562 ай бұрын
Good to know. Thanks.
@lukeskywalker21166 ай бұрын
Lesson learned. It’s easier to film working on your car without a camera in the way. I’ll keep that in mind.
@MobileCarMechanic6 ай бұрын
Glad we could provide that insight. Cheers!
@TheHowiep76 Жыл бұрын
I Had to use a ladder just to check the oil dip stick 😂
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Lmao 😂 I had to use a chair to get to the back plugs. Don’t feel bad haha
@Ramonet30004 ай бұрын
Thank you. Next time please turn on the car and show that the codes are clear. Thanks again.
@MobileCarMechanic4 ай бұрын
We didn’t have any codes to begin with. Just doing maintenance. Glad the video was helpful. Cheers!
@nf14516 ай бұрын
i did this an now my pilot doesn’t start why?
@MobileCarMechanic6 ай бұрын
Did you unplug anything else that wasn’t in the video? Also is the check engine light on?
@alfonsoramirez64154 ай бұрын
What's the torque spec for the spark plug
@MobileCarMechanic4 ай бұрын
22 N·m
@m.s.8312 Жыл бұрын
How many miles did you have on the pilot before changing them? Did you consider changing the coils while you were in there?
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
I changed them around 95k. Didn’t change the coils as there was no issues with them. No misfire codes but decided to replace spark plugs for maintenance.
@m.s.8312 Жыл бұрын
@@MobileCarMechanic Thanks for the reply. My wifes 2012 Pilot has 182k on it and has never had the plugs changed. The funny thing is the thing runs fine. She has said lately though it seems to take longer to start so I am going to change plugs and coils also. Your video was very helpful in making the decision easy.
@vinnyp2490 Жыл бұрын
@m.s.8312 mine has 155K and still original plugs. Might follow your lead and change both to be safe for the next 155k.
@bwagenberg3 ай бұрын
You didn't explain torque without a torque wrench
@coleymoley Жыл бұрын
How did you get the extender out of cylinder one? Right before the video cut and you said I dropped my socket. Please help!!
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
I used an extendable magnet. You can get them online cheap or at harbor freight www.harborfreight.com/15-lb-capacity-telescoping-magnetic-pickup-tool-64656.html
@coleymoley Жыл бұрын
@@MobileCarMechanic I got it man! I pulled the extender off the socket and then got the socket out . Thanks man! Your video saved me some money!
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
Glad you were able to get it out. It’s a tight fit back there. Cheers!
@andyl9920 Жыл бұрын
Honda made the rear access really tight. Smh. Wanna replace my plugs for me?
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
If your in the Virginia area please come by! But honestly compared to other v6 engines Honda is the best as you don’t need to remove the intake manifold.
@andyl9920 Жыл бұрын
@@MobileCarMechanic WI 😭
@user-wm4bo4nj8l Жыл бұрын
hello and hi what is the torque spec for spark plugs on honda hrv 2020? and the spark plugs gap ? thanks
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
22 N-m or 16 lbf-ft
@user-wm4bo4nj8l Жыл бұрын
@@MobileCarMechanic thanks the gap sizes?
@elperrocovero Жыл бұрын
What happens if the boot has oil ?
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
It means that your valve cover gasket and spark plug tube seals need to be replaced as it’s allowing oil to enter.
@elperrocovero Жыл бұрын
My 06 pilot has oil when I took out the boot
@MobileCarMechanic Жыл бұрын
It means that your valve cover gasket and spark plug tube seals need to be replaced as it’s allowing oil to enter.
@3Amobilemechanic3 ай бұрын
I'd Probably also change the ignition coil while your there, especially the ones in against the firewall
@MobileCarMechanic3 ай бұрын
That is a good recommendation but we chose not to replace as we didn’t have issues and the originals seemed fine. But definitely something to look into so you don’t have to go back through the hassle.