Honda Pilot Spark Plug Replacement - In Detail

[@Dayon09]

To any one about to do a spark job on a Honda engine I saw an awesome tip on another video. Use two three inch extenders on your ratchet instead of the one 6inch one. Makes it easier to maneuver it into those tight spots

[@davidbenamati3571]

Just replaced all the spark plugs on my 2014 Honda Pilot. A little trick to removing the electrical connectors is to remove the nut that secures the coil and then partially pull out the coil and then pull the connectors apart. This allows you to get a good grip with two fingers.

[@torinraven]

I followed your directions to the letter. It showed me where to be especially cautious and attentive, and it worked like a charm. Thanks, man. I couldn't have asked for a more complete guide.

[@carlosa4361]

This is the best video I found of changing a sparkplug for this car. This is the only video that shows exactly how to unplug the wires from the coils. Thank you sir, it only cost me 10 bucks to change that plug!!!! One more thing, I don't know anything about cars and your video walked me through what I needed to do. Thanks again

[@johnnyo5915]

Jordan, YOU are one very sharp and thorough young man--thanks so much for this video. I am an older, reitred Viet Nam Vet and plan to tackle this job myself on my 2011 Pilot.

[@M3fPCGFJSGDlORUbZAwK]

Great video!! I've replaced my spark plugs just once before. I'm a DIYer but not a KIA (know it all) type guy. Watched your EXCELLENT video just to give me a refresher and note any gotchas. Your approach to explaining this is spot on. Waiting for plugs to arrive (next week) to hit this before winter arrives. 200K maintenance stuff. Thanks for a great step-by-step explanation.

[@jasonm519]

Thank you for a straightforward explanation and the demo. You just saved me $200 !

[@442bluesbrotha]

Dude honda wants to charge us $2500 for the spark plugs and change the transmission fluid.

[@Dayon09]

@@442bluesbrotha I just got a $750 quote today for a spark plug job from Honda… I couldn’t stop laughing at the absurdity

[@ashmc615]

Wow! Idk even know if I wanna call and get quotes after reading these comments... I'm pretty handy and may give it a try myself.

[@manassehbungi4789]

Hey Jordan, thanks for your detailed demonstration on changing spark plugs on the 2013 Honda Pilot. I found it very valuable. My vehicle is also a 2013 Honda Pilot Touring so this information is definitely very useful for me especially after running it for 10 years on the same spark plugs. Thanks once again.

[@swone100]

Thank you very much. I was able to complete this for the first time in less than an hour, very thorough explanation and visuals. Big ups.

[@mr.fiddlefaddle6126]

This is the best video I found on changing spark plugs for the Honda Pilot. Thank you for the great video!

[@richardgoodenough-mr7uj]

Jordan- thanks for making this so obviously manageable for a DIY guy! Well done!

[@johnetter22]

Thanks for the effort you put into making a very specific guide. If I were offering up a guide for my son or daughter to follow this would be the one!

[@mato2l]

If you drop the spark plug you don't necessarily need a new one unless it is damaged. Also, I have changed plugs many times and witnessed incorrect spark plug gap distances on brand new plugs. This is why you should double check the spark plug gap per the manufacturers specification using feeler gauges or a spark plug gap tool.

[@inthedarkwoods2022]

No one checks spark plug gap. Come on man... get real

[@mato2l]

Come on man, someone or something had to set the standards for the plug gap and it you didn't have a gap what would happen? No spark...kids today...If you don't check the gap your gonna change the coil pack and then you change the coil pack only to find out you should've checked the plug gap...

[@inthedarkwoods2022]

@@mato2l No Einstein. If you don't check the gap it is still going to work. This guy made a great video and you try to tear him down. Go away and live in your mom's basement.

[@artkyger3425]

@@inthedarkwoods2022 Yah we do

[@artkyger3425]

@@inthedarkwoods2022 Oh yah we do

[@robertgregory8936]

Jordan, well done. Your training has helped me. You have a bright future; keep it up.

[@mikebullard3090]

A length of vacuum or plastic/silicon tubing can be used for staring the new plug into the spark plug hole. Much easier than using the spark plug socket.

[@luptonpittman6520]

Much easier? How?

[@jboat571x9]

@@luptonpittman6520 it bends so you can place the plug down in the hole and get it started without having to worry about dropping it when you’re trying to connect the extension to the socket.

[@CharlesRushing-ck2qm]

Ingenious Tip! Thanks.

[@hammerck45]

@@jboat571x9 use a rubber hose to get the plugs started also helps prevent cross threading as the plug will just spin in the hose before it cross threads. (OGM tip)

[@tommypirone]

Thanks for the vid! It took me about 3 hours to change all 6 spark plugs, but that included a stop at Walmart (about 40 minutes) to get a 1/2" to 3/8" adapter for my torque wrench. Getting the back spark plugs out sucked, but I started with those first to get them out of the way. 😁👍

[@mohandasu43]

Thank you sir. Your presentation was excellent and more informative and easy to do the job especially on the back engine spark plug to pull out the electric connection by lifting it after removing the 10 mm nut.

[@leonardsiregar8822]

Nice job bro, the way you explained it so simple rather have to spend almost $500 on changing sparkplug to the dealer. Thanks and God bless you

[@theglennsnyder]

You didn't leave anything out. I like it 👍

[@musclefixer]

Why no anti seize? Been using it on plugs forever. Aluminum head, steel plug.

[@speedoflight3532]

It will mess with the emissions controls and you will over tighten the plugs.

[@topochiro]

It depends on what brand you use. NGK says DO NOT use anti seize for the Iridium ones.

[@williamwchuang]

Newer plugs come with a silver coating that serves as antiseize.

[@luptonpittman6520]

NGK says not to

[@BA-gn3qb]

NGK spark plugs are installed at the factory dry, without the use of anti-seize. ... Anti-seize compound can act as a lubricant altering torque values up to 20 percent, increasing the risk of spark plug thread breakage.

[@davesherman74]

Many thanks! All went smoothly changing the plugs on my 2015 Pilot. I will say a 1/4" ratcheting torque wrench with a 3/8" adapter made torquing the rear plugs easy.

[@redeagle9312]

Jordan, thanks for your expert explanation. You should be a teacher!

[@holdouts]

Thanks for the video. This is the first I ever heard about not using anti-seize though

[@Papascoffs]

Excellent Video! Just finished mines up today! Thanks for your help!

[@p9r4ex8dyk]

This is such an awesome video. It’s very clear and precise. I am only 5 ft 2” tall. Will I have a tough time reaching the rear spark plugs on my 2013 Pilot?

[@CharlesRushing-ck2qm]

Step stool

[@gearheadgregwi]

I'm about to build a wood platform that's level with the radiator. Set it on the engine block. Lay across the engine block. I'm six foot but cursed with short arms.

[@peterkahn6707]

Jordan -Great spark plug replacement. Clear speaking -pretty good camera work and very clear on the possible problems. I would like to see a fallen socket and recovery just for dramatic effect maybe a short on general car repair problems and solutions. Tarantino would have😎 2 questions 1. can you regap plugs if you drop one 3. Can you put grease on porcelain and plastic rim Thanks Well done

[@Adam-wg4fp]

thank you Jordan! That back right plug was definitely the hardest! haha

[@topochiro]

I can't get the spark plug socket out after torquing to 13 ft/lbs. Any tips?

[@topochiro]

I found another video that shows the guy using a 3/8 rubber tube to pull out the spark plug. I guess next time I can use that to pull and install the spark plug. Yesterday, I tried just removing the rubber grommet that holds the plug when I install the plug -- I just dropped the plug into the receptacle. Working just fine for now.

[@ljbrandt500]

Does Honda actually specify use of dielectric grease on the coils?

[@junky9]

turn it counter clock wise till you hear a small click like sound to ensure no cross threading..

[@toddgross8365]

I am assuming the Honda brand spark plugs already have the gap set? It's been years since I had a vehicle with enough miles that I needed to change the plugs. I think I will do it myself

[@infowar-yh5yt]

Great video! Honda dealer wanted over $250 for this job. The only "snag" I had was that I had to use two smaller extensions for the back plugs instead of the single 6". I didn't have the space (2014 Pilot). Thanks for the money savings.

[@442bluesbrotha]

Honda wants to charge us $2500 for that and transmission fluid.

[@wanchen7942]

Hi where do you order the plugs?

[@martinmorris6271]

What mileage should they be changed on a 2016?

[@anademedeiros-t2i]

Excellent walk-through!

[@bt24drexel]

Thank you for taking the time to share this. Very helpful.

[@stevegreeley4826]

PRO TIP! If you use a four inch extension and a two inch extension in makes the back three plugs much easier.

[@NYCIVZ]

I was thinking the same thing that would have made it easier to do. plus less chance of dropping the plug.

[@smgorley]

Thanks so much for this video! You really helped me out.

[@rogerbaker5090]

How critical is the torque spec? I keep reading of things breaking because their torque wrench wasn't calibrated.

[@ishmo3269]

Great video! Have u noticed any oil consumption in ur pilot? Thanks!

[@theoutlet3577]

Could you put the links to the tools needed for this.

[@joelee1696]

Why I don't see you put on grease on the body of the first spark plug but on the one at the back?

[@evapena100]

Will this apply to the Pilot 2004 as welll?

[@buckshotbane]

Yes it does, just did mine.

[@808waimanalo]

@7:05 do not use what?

[@luna_thetunatic]

Anti-Seize. It's a type of lubricant. He mentioned it for that brand, but always check with whatever brand of spark plugs you use to see if they require Anti-Seize or not on their plugs.

[@spintarelli]

What happens if you drop the spark plug ?

[@spintarelli]

As soon as I posted this you answered my question

[@chetbarney6635]

Why is anti-seize NOT recommended?

[@chinatownboy3368]

Spark plug sockets are made for deep sells, have swivels and universal joints, and different lengths of extensions. When you grow up, you will have the right tool for each cylinder.

[@gearheadgregwi]

Six foot with short arms. I've yet to find a good way to get to that back row of plugs.

[@WordStudioAI]

In case anyone is wondering, at @7:04, he says "Do not use anti-seize (lubricant) with these type of plugs" (NGK spark plugs) .

[@adamessman7739]

it's a good practice to check plug gap before installing.

[@d.williamwagner488]

Are the front three cylinders 1-3? Or, 4-6? Anyone?

[@DueLosGaming]

Back are 1-3, front is 4-6

[@angeldiaz8127]

Great video Young Man.

[@QuanTran-bv5vv]

Thank you so much for video! Save my money ! God bless you and your family

[@christoole1664]

A trick to removing electrical connector on 05 Honda Pilot is to squeeze clip on electrical connector on one side while carefully prying opposite side up with small screwdriver. Much easier than anything else.

[@BA-gn3qb]

Actually, you DO want the dialectic grease on the electrode. On the ceramic surface does nothing. Also put some on the pins of the coil connections. A magnet tool is useful for getting a plug that falls out of the socket during removal. A 8 to 12 inch rubber hose is great for starting the new plugs.

[@luptonpittman6520]

Yes, on the ceramic surface does do something it helps make a watertight seal and helps pull the coil off in the future. Also there’s not a single plug that allows for 12 inches of space for a 12 inch hose

[@AAron-jj7zx]

part #? i know theyre NGKs but not sure which

[@hammerck45]

This is why RockAuto is genius

[@JoshMG]

What are AC’s? You said not to use them because they’re highly not recommended... I want to make sure I don’t use them. I have a misfire on cylinder 2, so my mechanic said to change out the plugs... not sure which one that is so I figured I’d change them all.

[@bud613]

Anti-sieze and it's a type of grease that you put on sparkplug threads to make it easier to remove next time.

[@BA-gn3qb]

NGK spark plugs are installed at the factory dry, without the use of anti-seize. ... Anti-seize compound can act as a lubricant altering torque values up to 20 percent, increasing the risk of spark plug thread breakage.

[@BA-gn3qb]

Also, your misfire could be a bad coil pack. East way to test them if car is misfiring. kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmKYhKqNfbeNrpo

[@BlancoGrandoteMan-El]

Good Job. Thank you G.

[@brucefleming6943]

where is number 2 spark plug, and the rest of the plug s ?

[@noahn4760]

Ok grab socket with hands. Noted not teeth.... Should we disconnect the battery?

[@Maxumized]

Noah Nichols unless we want to keep our nuts

[@richarderdman3768]

Forgot to connect the connector to back coil pack.

[@hammerck45]

I noticed that as well, good eye!

[@jeffreyevans6892]

Why no anti seize? I always use with Aluminum heads. And make sure engine is cold when removing old plugs!

[@luptonpittman6520]

NGK says not to

[@BA-gn3qb]

NGK spark plugs are installed at the factory dry, without the use of anti-seize. ... Anti-seize compound can act as a lubricant altering torque values up to 20 percent, increasing the risk of spark plug thread breakage.

[@Bubba-1]

After different advice on this topic i decided not to use any anit sieze at all on the plugs. I did get the oem plugs and had no issue putting them in dry plus at 95,000 miles ill probably never change them again

[@jmcginty5383]

Great video! Saved me some money for sure.

[@anglegrinder4630]

Why didn't you change the coils if they are as old as those plugs it needs it

[@Scott-ky5qb]

You don't need to replace the coils unless they are bad. But, he should have used a service pack on them to replace the spring, boot and grommet.

[@johnoceanyang5522]

Good I about to change my 2011 pilot too 👍

[@rd4k04]

My service manual for a 2012 Pilot says 16 ft lbs and to use anti-seize 🧐

[@ELopez-jv1zx]

Good video, thanks buddy, enough to make or remember.

[@MrJewelicious]

Will it be okay not use the grease?

[@pdog2448]

That's what she said...

[@evanhinojoza7532]

@@pdog2448 you have to use grease bro is the rules

[@pdog2448]

@@evanhinojoza7532 Sometimes I just spit...

[@kenzieee-z5e]

@@pdog2448 😅😅

[@Maxumized]

I just went ahead and changed all 8 on mine...no it runs like new

[@papajo7316]

All 8? Where did you put the extra 2 plugs?

[@luptonpittman6520]

🤣

[@BA-gn3qb]

Damn over achiever. (Puts in 2 extra plugs)

[@Bubba-1]

The other 2 go in the flux capacitor

[@OpPrime80]

Other 2 in his butt

[@MisterAdam-jj5jv]

Great video...

[@luptonpittman6520]

Great video. Thank you!

[@davidpayne3604]

Put you a universal joint between your extension and plug socket….will eliminate all that connecting and disconnecting of socket….appropriate size rubber tubing also tops for getting plugs in and started with less chance of cross threading….also you left out all the cussing involved on those back plugs !!! It’s kinda like the last time I put in a car stereo….by the time I got through I would have paid double what they quoted to install it…

[@NWPencrawler]

interesting that antisieze is not recommended when you're screwing a steel-bodied plug into an aluminum head.

[@johnlino1]

God bless you Jordon, you save me one month of gas cost👍👍

[@msmitty1001]

Good video. Thanks for posting.

[@guillaumeauclair2629]

Awesome video well explained

[@jimalvord8549]

Thanks for the great video

[@Xyleryx]

Good job mate! I hate the imperial system. Who the hell like to measure in fractions?

[@CharlesRushing-ck2qm]

Someone who likes Precision 😊

[@claude00]

Excellent job!

[@ssmorales]

Thank for the video

[@mptock1]

Added just one plug this morning all I had time to after following instructions. Now my check engine lite has come on. What gives anyone

[@yanakimous]

A pivot adapter would save u all that trouble 🤙

[@dudeh88]

Curious to know how it works in this process? (I've never used one.)

[@nilsonmerlo13]

Number one thanks

[@larryreid8562]

I hadn't changed the spark plug kzbin.infoUgkx-6W-PtUzBRTmACHywsECak2ToY2OpjxN in my Toro 20" Recycler in the 6 years I've had it but have been good with all other maintenance. This season I noticed it sputtering a little bit every so often and just didn't feel like it was running as smoothly or as powerful as it used to. Switched out the spark plug for a new one yesterday and could immediately tell an improved difference. So I may have to make this a little more regular than every 6 years, especially for a $5 part!

[@hrlproperties3224]

Thanks for sharing

[@artkyger3425]

Outstanding video. Thank you.

[@1970tomorrow]

Is it me or did he forget to connect the wiring to the back spark plug? He dropped in the plug core and put the 10mm bolt on and then put the engine cover on. ????

[@rickfox9825]

Next time you need to check the gap because even if they say they are pre gapped don’t risk it! Always self check.

[@gatewayprice]

Quality content 👌

[@ssmorales]

Doing this mañana the only difference im using 2 small stantion instead of one

[@tavisitmaneevong1743]

good job

[@restitoabsulio8122]

Excellent ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ thanks a lot

[@illegal_amigo]

Idk how tf i will reach the back plugs at only 5’7 tall 🙄😭

[@ApexKilla49_]

A stool, throw your whole body in there lmao

[@ashmc615]

😂😂😂 I'm 5'2 and have to keep a step ladder in my back in case I have to check my oil or battery etc cuz I can't reach anything otherwise. My next vehicle I will keep that in mind.

[@hammerck45]

let all the air out of your front tires! or step ladder or my fav, el cinder block.

[@SerpentSlayer1]

Thanks !!

[@kingtwon9842]

U the best to show how to do it 💯💯👍🏾👍🏾

[@sevo12t]

Nice

[@cJhudanich]

Didn't you all just need new piston rings?

[@alexrazumov9470]

its a good measure to apply anticease paste for easy removal next time))

[@luptonpittman6520]

Not on NGK plugs

[@alexrazumov9470]

@@luptonpittman6520 how come, sir?

[@luptonpittman6520]

@@alexrazumov9470 kzbin.info/www/bejne/rouQfIKCacyNsNk

[@alexrazumov9470]

@@luptonpittman6520 thank you)) does ngk actually lasts 100k? do you know by chance?

[@luptonpittman6520]

@@alexrazumov9470 certainly. They are OEM in Hondas, and many other car manufacturers too I would imagine. Honda recommends replacement at 100k.

[@djrjboston]

Yea, i'm gonna call my mechanic - thanks!

[@kirkhilles9436]

Thanks so much!