Honda Pilot: Lubricants and Fluids

Application	Lubricant or Fluid
Engine	Honda Motor Oil: 0W-20 Look for the API certification seal on the oil container. Make sure it says ''For Gasoline Engines.'' SAE Viscosity: See chart.
Automatic transmission (6-Speed A/T)	Honda Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF DW-1): Always use Honda ATF DW-1. Using a non-Honda ATF can affect shift quality.
Automatic transmission (9-Speed A/T)	Honda Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF Type 3): Always use Honda ATF Type 3. NOTE: Using the wrong type ATF can affect shift quality.
Transfer assembly (AWD models)	Always use Honda HGO-1.
Rear differential (AWD models)	Honda DPSF-II.
Brake system (including VSA lines)	Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid: Always use Honda DOT 3 Brake Fluid. Using a non-Honda brake fluid can cause corrosion and decrease the life of the system.
Cooling system	Always use Honda Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2. NOTE: For prolonged cold temperatures below -22 ºF (-30 ºC), add Honda Extreme Cold Weather Antifreeze/Coolant Type 2 (concentrate).

For the details of the lubrication points and the type of lubricants to be applied, refer to the illustrated index and the various work procedures (such as Assembly/Reassembly, Replacement, Overhaul, Installation, etc.) contained in each section.

NOTE:

• Lubricate the following areas using the recommended lubricants and fluids.
• In corrosive areas, more frequent lubrication is necessary.

Maintenance Service Items

• Independent of the Maintenance Minder information, replace the brake fluid every 3 years.
• Inspect idle speed every 160,000 miles (256,000 km).
• Adjust the valves during services A, B, 1, 2, or 3 if they are noisy.

*1: If the message Maintenance Due Now does not appear more than 12 months after the display is reset, change the engine oil every year.
# : See information on maintenance and emissions warranty.
*2: If you drive in dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner element every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
*3: If you drive primarily in urban areas that have high concentrations of soot in the air from industry and from diesel-powered vehicles, replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).

* Not available on all models

*4: If you drive regularly in very high temperatures (over 110ºF, 43ºC), in very low temperatures (under -20ºF, -29ºC), or towing a trailer, replace every 60,000 miles/100,000 km.
*5: Driving in mountainous areas at very low vehicle speeds or trailer towing results in higher level of mechanical (Shear) stress to fluid. This requires differential fluid changes more frequently than recommended by the Maintenance Minder. If you regularly drive your vehicle under these conditions, have the differential fluid changed at 7,500 miles (12,000 km), then every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).

Use the bottom half of this sheet to record the maintenance items that were completed.

Standards and Service Limits

Engine Electrical

Engine Assembly

Cylinder Head

Engine Block

Engine Lubrication

Cooling System

Fuel and Emissions

Automatic Transmission and A/T Differential (6-Speed A/T)

Automatic Transmission and A/T Differential (9-Speed A/T)

Rear Differential

Steering

Suspension

Brakes

Air Conditioning