DIY 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Honda Pilot or Odyssey Replacing Spark Plugs

[@taraburnside7295]

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!

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Glad it helped!

[@wdtaut5650]

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".

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Wow, thanks!

[@perfectchaos_official]

Great video.You didn't skip steps, no dumb dialogue, easy to follow. you can't ask for more. Im a new subscriber!

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Thanks for the kind words. Our goal was to make easy to understand videos and get straight to the point. Cheers!

[@orangecounty60]

Agreed

[@seasgarage]

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 😆

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Haha I agree. Hopefully it helped. Enjoy!

[@rolandcaldwell1824]

Good video ! Some long arms helps. Very tight back there

[@tonymotta934]

I only checked it out to see if someone used a better setup on tools than me. Spark plugs these days are pretty straightforward.

[@TagYouAreNotIt]

Almost 200k before I am😂 sheesh

[@2008fjr]

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!

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Glad it helped

[@oldshoe1]

Was that including labor ? if not that’s a lot.

[@ChrisClemens-uu1si]

I just paid $25 to Rockauto for NGK's

[@stephencotter538]

Ya, my plugs are way more cramped, can't get eyes on em, not sure I'm going to even attempt it

[@charliebuchanan1106]

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]

No worries. We understand the struggle. Glad our video helped. Cheers!

[@cineaste1969]

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]

I agree the space is very limited. Thank you for the support.

[@chinatownboy7482]

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.

[@robn729]

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 👍

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Thank you! Try to keep it simple.

[@ericgroves6401]

Great video. I watched this before doing it myself. Thank you for not shacking the camera! ❤❤

[@MobileCarMechanic]

You’re welcome 😊

[@s2kmetal]

Thanks bro. Your video was extremely helpful. That last spark plug at the back was a nasty one to get the clip off of.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

I agree. Glad I could help.

[@zachariejerome107]

Great video ! I usually don’t take time commenting videos ! But this guy is very patient and he shows everything ! Thank you brother 😎

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Thank you for the kind words and support! Cheers!

[@andrewwilliams7586]

thanks! haven't changed mine in a few years, was nice to have a guide to follow along with.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@modernarizona]

Thank you for making this video. I have to do this repair to my wife’s car tomorrow.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

You got this! It’s not as hard as it seems. Cheers

[@pelnarius2446]

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.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

You're welcome! I know this job is $$$

[@dungeondesigns104]

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.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

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!

[@marcianotanada1002]

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 👊👍

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Thank you! Glad I could help.

[@c.t.2573]

Knocked out plugs and coils today! Thanks for the detailed walk through 👍

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Glad to help

[@mooreadventures]

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.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Great tip! Thank you for sharing.

[@meatmanphilly]

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]

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-Zimmer]

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.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

You're very welcome!

[@felixmartinez5325]

Great video, it will make changing out plugs and coils on my 2015 Honda Pilot so much easier

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Glad it helped

[@jkpanda7]

Excellent tutorial 👍🏻 Thanks! My old man asked me to do this to his 12’

[@MobileCarMechanic]

That is awesome!

[@goinbzurk]

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.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Glad I could help. Thank your for the tip.

[@thomasr9826]

Great video. I used a small, extendable magnet for removing the socket and spark plug. Thanks for posting.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Great tip!

[@76TREX]

Great Job!!! My 16 year old was able to change my wife’s . Keep up the hard work.👍🏻

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Thank you! Will do!

[@ESTREPROD]

Thank you for making this. I'll probably tether a wrench if I use it for # 3.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Yep, glad I could help.

[@9infiniti6]

Great video!!! Really helped me a lot. Thank you very much for posting

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Thank you, cheers!

[@GavinStoneDIY]

Nice work. Thanks for taking the time to make this.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

My pleasure!

[@sultanlife5385]

nice and easy well done. Thank you!

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Glad the video helped. Cheers!

[@coryweller2043]

Thanks so much! Got them changed! This helped a lot, I felt in control and able to do it.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Glad our video was able to help! Cheers!

[@georgedelapaz595]

Great video Man!! After seeing you getting it done, I can do it too!!!

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Right on!

[@spacegrl]

Thank you, thank you. You saved me a trip/money going to the dealership or mechanic.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Glad our video helped! Cheers!

[@knowbody4903]

Great vid! Thank you for the clear camera work and step by step instructions.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Glad our video was helpful and thank you for the kind words. Cheers!

[@mrbarthol]

Well done! I'm sure I will have a few choice words during my attempt at it. #3 plug looks difficult.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Good luck! Thank you.

[@tungnguyen583]

Awesome video thanks I’m going to try changing them this weekend.hopefully I’ll make it 😅

[@MobileCarMechanic]

It will be tough. Good luck!

[@user-ck3vg3jp8b]

Perfect video ,excellent camera work. Best I've ever saw. A-1

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Wow, thanks!

[@Lucky00Slevin]

Great video. Thank you much for taking this time and doing this. ✌🏼😎

[@MobileCarMechanic]

My pleasure!

[@mrxiong2567]

Awesome. Looks like a 1 hr job if everything goes smoothly.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

It can be. The sparkplugs in the back is where most of your time will be spent.

[@Rollout123]

Props to you for your patience...I woulda been screaming at Honda for that awful design...

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Honestly it’s better than most V6 engines with intake manifolds blocking the rear cylinders. Pretty much every manufacturer other than Honda.

[@miguelbicolano7291]

Well done and thank you for sharing.. I guess I have to do it by myself😊 hopefully not anytime soon

[@MobileCarMechanic]

You can do it!

[@vinnyp2490]

Great video… I’m going to have mine done soon. 155K on the original plugs

[@MobileCarMechanic]

That’s impressive! It’s not that bad of a job. Good luck!

[@jables0three]

This was extremely helpful. Thank you

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Glad it helped. Cheers!

[@RMatSLU79]

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?

[@MobileCarMechanic]

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.

[@RMatSLU79]

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.

[@jaygee7508]

Dealership is trying to charge me over $1,000 to change my plugs. Ha. Not after this. Thank you!

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Glad I could help.

[@larryhover5194]

Very appreciative

[@MobileCarMechanic]

It's my pleasure

[@n8vwolf8]

Very helpful video! Thank you soo much for this video!👏🏽👏🏽👍🏽👍🏽👏🏽👏🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jacobpierson8995]

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.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Always good to check gap before install!

[@qpham63]

Great video. Thanks a million.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Very welcome!

[@xuanquoc5215]

Thank you! Pro.❤

[@MobileCarMechanic]

You're welcome!

[@MrGeek847]

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]

Yeah I prefer Honda’s design better than most V6 equipped cars. And yes the Toyota Avalon is a pain haha.

[@MrGeek847]

@@MobileCarMechanic lol 😆 Thanks for the response

[@Laamea78]

We used a mag tool retriever to pull the plugs, I suppose you could use it to gently place the new ones in lol

[@MobileCarMechanic]

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]

Excellent video thanks you bro

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Thank you. Glad it helped.

[@victorgorostieta6170]

Buen vídeo gracias me sirvió mucho 😊

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Thank You!

[@spongebobsquarepants9649]

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.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

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]

My compliments for editing out the profanities that likely occurred when you were removing the back 3 spark plugs.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Haha you can thank my editor as well 😂😂😂

[@cdub8200]

Rubber hose not a magnet, helps if you have to loosen plug further

[@MobileCarMechanic]

That works as well, thanks for the tip. Also using a spark plug socket works if you have one. Cheers!

[@joaquinrodriguez8789]

Thanks for the video.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Yep, thank you.

[@curtisbeckett4764]

Great job

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Thank you!

[@orangecounty60]

Thank you

[@MobileCarMechanic]

You're welcome

[@JoseVargas-gq4nr]

Awesome thx

[@MobileCarMechanic]

I’m glad it helped. Cheers!

[@sandymoonstone855]

. do we need 2 blow dirt that has collected around the plugs ? 🤔

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Yes if there is any dirt then blow out the dirt before removing the plugs.

[@MrDdz]

Your fingernails clipping was long overdue, lmao. Nice video.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Lmao 😂😂😂 thanks and glad the video helped!

[@deputyowl]

You da man. Time for a cold one

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Thanks. Cheers to that 🍻

[@johnnorris7815]

great video What camera are you using

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Thank you. Using a simple iPhone camera. It’s easier to handle in crammed spots.

[@MindfulMusic]

Cyl 3 was a pain in the ass.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

It wasnt fun for me either lol

[@jonathonmolette3599]

❤ Your video, But question or the plugs pregapped already?.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Thank You, the plugs were pregapped.

[@CH3C0KINGS]

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

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Yep, so far it’s been good. No issues.

[@jamesfrank3213]

So is the sparkplug just smaller than the access hole? so it will line up with the cylinder fairly easily?

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Correct, The spark plugs are smaller than the tubes making it easier to install and fit a proper socket.

[@jamesfrank3213]

@@MobileCarMechanic awesome thanks!

[@andyl9920]

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]

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]

@@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-arevalo4620]

Excellent Video much appreciated. Do you know the torque specs for the spark plugs?

[@MobileCarMechanic]

13 ft lbs

[@dougjones3056]

Isn't there enough room to leave the coil attached to the connector?

[@MobileCarMechanic]

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.

[@dougjones3056]

Good to know. Thanks.

[@lukeskywalker2116]

Lesson learned. It’s easier to film working on your car without a camera in the way. I’ll keep that in mind.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Glad we could provide that insight. Cheers!

[@TheHowiep76]

I Had to use a ladder just to check the oil dip stick 😂

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Lmao 😂 I had to use a chair to get to the back plugs. Don’t feel bad haha

[@Ramonet3000]

Thank you. Next time please turn on the car and show that the codes are clear. Thanks again.

[@MobileCarMechanic]

We didn’t have any codes to begin with. Just doing maintenance. Glad the video was helpful. Cheers!

[@nf1451]

i did this an now my pilot doesn’t start why?

[@MobileCarMechanic]

Did you unplug anything else that wasn’t in the video? Also is the check engine light on?

[@alfonsoramirez6415]

What's the torque spec for the spark plug

[@MobileCarMechanic]

22 N·m

[@m.s.8312]

How many miles did you have on the pilot before changing them? Did you consider changing the coils while you were in there?

[@MobileCarMechanic]

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]

@@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]

@m.s.8312 mine has 155K and still original plugs. Might follow your lead and change both to be safe for the next 155k.

[@bwagenberg]

You didn't explain torque without a torque wrench

[@coleymoley]

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]

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]

@@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]

Glad you were able to get it out. It’s a tight fit back there. Cheers!

[@andyl9920]

Honda made the rear access really tight. Smh. Wanna replace my plugs for me?

[@MobileCarMechanic]

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]

@@MobileCarMechanic WI 😭

[@user-wm4bo4nj8l]

hello and hi what is the torque spec for spark plugs on honda hrv 2020? and the spark plugs gap ? thanks

[@MobileCarMechanic]

22 N-m or 16 lbf-ft

[@user-wm4bo4nj8l]

@@MobileCarMechanic thanks the gap sizes?

[@elperrocovero]

What happens if the boot has oil ?

[@MobileCarMechanic]

It means that your valve cover gasket and spark plug tube seals need to be replaced as it’s allowing oil to enter.

[@elperrocovero]

My 06 pilot has oil when I took out the boot

[@MobileCarMechanic]

It means that your valve cover gasket and spark plug tube seals need to be replaced as it’s allowing oil to enter.

[@3Amobilemechanic]

I'd Probably also change the ignition coil while your there, especially the ones in against the firewall

[@MobileCarMechanic]

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.