2005 Honda Pilot
2005 Honda Pilot questions and answers
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Q: How to replace 2005 Honda Pilot cabin Filter?
A: The dust and pollen filter should be replaced every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months, whichever comes first. Replace the filter more often if the airflow is less than usual, or if the vehicle is driven in areas that have high concentrations of soot from industry or diesel powered vehicles.
Remove the right kick panel.
While holding the glove box remove the glove box stops on each side. these are plastic tabs that should just pull up with your fingernail to release the rollers; they pull out of the hole they are inset into.
Remove the two bolts under the glove box door, then remove the glove box
Cut the plastic cross brace in the glove box opening with diagonal cutters at both ends and discard. this is the plastic brace that runs along the bottom of the glove box opening. if the filter has been replaced before it won't be there.
then remove the four bolts and screws that hold the metal glove box frame in place.
Remove the filter lid from the evaporator case. it is a vertical plastic lid about 8" x 2" on the left side of the evaporator case, then pull out the dust and pollen filter .
Install the filter in the reverse order of removal. Note the direction of the arrow. Make sure that there is no air leaking out of the evaporator.
Install the glove box frame and glove box in the reverse order of removal
hope that helps
Q: I see an error on my Honda pilot 2005 radio display that says CODE. My radio does not work.?
Any suggestions why?
Also before this happened, the speakers in the rear did not work. Is this associated or just a coincidence?
Thanks
A: Have you taken the battery out.?
Because it sounds like the anti-thieft device has kicked in,
You should have the unlock code with the owners manual. If not its a trip to your local Honda dealer (take proof of ownership with you). good luck.
Q: 2005 Honda Pilot Questions?
I just bought a 2005 honda pilot. It did nt come with an owners manual. Couple of questions. There is a button to the left f the steering wheel right under the cruise control button that says VTM? what is that? and also there is another button on the dash that says VTM-4 i know thats the 4x4 button but how do you engge it? thanks!
A: The button next to the cruise should be a VSA button not VTM. This will be the Vehicle Stability Assist. It is a safety device that aids the driver in retaining control of the vehicle if side slippage is detected. When the driver is cornering or must make a sudden maneuver, the system may engage if traction loss is detected. If you push and hold it will turn it off. This should be done when a spare tire is on.
The VTM-4 on the dash is to engage the four wheel drive. You will need to be in 1st, 2nd or reverse then push the button. The light on the button should illuminate. Once you move to drive or exceed 18mph the VTM disengages the four wheel drive back to two.
Q: 2005 Honda Pilot, 2005 Toyota Highlander, or a 2007 Buick Rendezvous?
My family is trying to decide on a new car to purchase. We have narrowed it down to these three: 2005 Honda Pilot, 2005 Toyota Highlander, and a 2007 Buick Rendezvous. The thing is, the Honda and the Toyota are basic everything yet cost the same and actually a little more than a 2007 Buick Rendezvous CXL that is fully loaded. If you have any one of these, what's your opinion? Also what other cars would you suggest that are 2005 and newer that have a third row seat? thanks!
A: The Pilot and the Highlander are excellent choices and may cost more than the Rendezvous but will hold their value better and have a more successful life expectancy.
If you think about it this way: Cars lose almost 40% of their value the first year and another 10-15% the second year and then they stop losing value so fast so what this means for your family is that they are getting excellent rides form the Honda and the Toyota at a value that will always be better (and better built) that the Buick. The Buick will never be worth as much as the other 2 cars so even though the smell of a brand new car or a newer car may be kinda appealing, a better value is the better yet older ones.
As for other models the Toyota and the Honda are the best of that crossover class for the money. Try and find some that are private party sales- you will spend less and can even finance through a credit union, bank or insurance company for private party sales.
Good luck!
Q: What do I offer on a 2005 Honda Pilot with 36000 miles?
EX - Middle Class - No moon roof, no navigation system, no dvd tv, no leather seats. It does have everything else.
A: somewhere from $21,870 to $23,310 but check out the website below
Q: P2422 "EVAP canister vent valve stuck closed" on 2005 Honda Pilot. Can I "un-stick" it without dealer help?
Wondering if there is any chance I can fix this on my own.
I've refueld a half a dozen times since the code, so it is not temporary.
Engine light first came on during a drive to work immediately after our first heavy snow (snow/slush on roads).
Thanks,
Andy
A: The most likely cause is a blocked vent line where the evap canister vent valve hose fitting attaches to the vehicle frame. More often than not a spider has built a nest in the hose and thats the cause of the blockage. That fitting is in the front of the evap canister near the top.
you can remove the valve and blow it out with compressed air or use an old fashioned pipe cleaner in the hose.
the spider nests were very common.
hope that helps
Q: 2005 Honda Pilot won't start?
I have a 2005 Honda Pilot with approx 37,000 miles. We have had no problems with the vehicle. This morning, I was able to start the car with no problem, drove the car about 7 miles and then reparked the car at home. About 15 minutes later, I went out to the car and it would not start at all. We have had no battery problems at this point. I can't move it out of park, and when I turn the key, I get a fast clicky sound. Since I can't get it out of park, I am stuck without a car. Any suggestions?
A few more details -- not sure that it matters, but... I had left the parking lights on for the few minutes that I was away from the car (no more than fifteen minutes). Also, I am looking for both a diagnosis and possible solutions... thanks.
Thanks for the responses thus far. The reason I don't think it is the battery is that it was honestly less than 15 minutes and only the parking lights were on; and I had no problems starting the car earlier. I had thought I'd see signs of a bad battery and did not think that 15 minutes would be enough for the problem. Also -- cause someone asked, I don't really live in a cold climate ... I live in San Jose, CA. This morning it was about 42 degrees.
A: Batteries do last about 2-3 years long. Your Pilot is about 3 years old. The only reason you would not be able to switch from park is that the battery is dead. You need electricity to switch gears in an automatic car.
Batteries cost anywhere from $60-120 depending on the brand of battery.
You should never leave any electronics on when the car is turned off. It does not matter how long you leave them on. An old battery can die from having the lights left on for 1 minute.
Q: I have a 2005 Honda Pilot (paid off), should I change it?
Should I change the car for a more fuel efficient. I was thinking a Subaru outback. Good or bad idea? what should I consider when making a decision?
A: If you want my advice I say keep what you've got especially if it's paid for. By the time you take a loss on the trade-in you really don't have anything to gain except a payment or the expense of paying the difference on another vehicle. Also keep in mind that when you trade vehicle you encounter added costs such as sales tax, transfer fees etc. referred to as tax, tag and title in the automobile biz. You would need to burn a heck of a lot of gas before you even started to realize any gain due to increased mileage..... hang tight and keep your vehicle, especially if it is non problematic maintenance wise.
Q: I need to know what grade of unleaded fuel for a 2005 honda pilot?
the engine is vtec and I guess I am stupid
A: You're not stupid, its a common question for people who drive Honda's with VTEC engines, they aren't sure if premium is better. The regular (89) octane is fine though. I would do 3 tanks of regular and then 1 tank of 91 premium though, (And then start the cycle over again) that usually cleans out a lot of the crap 89 octane leaves, so your engine won't get full of gunk in the long run. But if your on a tight budget you can just use 87 octane all the time, most people don't run into problems with engine gunk unless they keep the car for a long time/high mileage.
Q: I need to replace my back tail light 2005 Honda Pilot, does any one know of a good web-site where I can buy 1?
A: eBay http://motors.shop.ebay.com/_Car-Truck-Parts-Accessories__pilot_W0QQModelYearf0c65f14Z20051774c3Q3b05QQMake247a0eZHonda42abae4Q3bhondaQQ_nkwZpilotQQPartType8182f47ZLighting3efaa72cQQLightingType5395e7ceZTailLights325ebbedQQ_catZ6028QQ_pcatsZ6000
Q: what is the fuel requirement for 2005 honda pilot?
A: All Honda's (except S2000 and Civic Si) are made to run on regular unleaded 87 octane fuel.