This video is (Part 4) of a series in which I completely rebuild a 2003 Honda Pilot in preparation for adding a supercharger. This episode covers electrical repairs, timing belt service, valve adjustment, and valve cover reconditioning, along with additional engine services that help it idle better.
Previous Video in the series: https://youtu.be/O20ADz6JaqE
Next Video in the series: https://youtu.be/z5j2YcIb_gA
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Music
Sonata No.2 in F Major by Joel Cummins (YouTube Music)
Dude by Patrick Patrikios (YouTube Music)
Tools (Some are affiliate links)
BG Intake Cleaner: https://www.bgprod.com/catalog/gasoline-fuel-system/bg-gdi-intake-valve-cleaner/
Plastic Vice Jaws: https://amzn.to/3FC4s0x
Shake n’ Break: https://amzn.to/3JGB0ZV
Lug Tool: https://amzn.to/3qv7RI0
Cable Lugs: https://amzn.to/3zaoe0A
GEARWRENCH 10” Pry bar: https://www.gearwrench.com/products/pry-bars/82210-10-indexing-pry-bar
CRC Brake Cleaner: https://amzn.to/2Z2nA7O
Brake Cleaner Sprayer: https://www.jbtoolsales.com/titan-tools-tekz-19419-spot-spray-non-aerosol-sprayer#oid=1002_1
LOCTITE Sticks: https://www.amazon.com/Alert-LOC-38725-Treatment-Assortment/dp/B000VNHT7I/ref=sr_1_10?dchild=1&keywords=loctite+stick&qid=1628178992&sr=8-10
Prep Spray: https://amzn.to/3p7eilq
Eastwood Chassis Black Paint: https://www.eastwood.com/ew-extreme-chassis-black-primer-aerosol-14-oz.html
Eastwood Alumablast: https://www.eastwood.com/ew-aluma-blast-paint-aerosol-12-oz.html
Tub ‘o Towels (used to clean timing belt covers and other parts): https://amzn.to/3mKf0Dp
Shrink tube connectors: https://amzn.to/3EGl6eb
Face Shield: https://amzn.to/32wfAhl
Parts (Some are affiliate links)
Timing Belt Kit: https://amzn.to/3FHBpJ3
Battery Terminals: https://amzn.to/3EGl71J
Lower Control Arms: https://www.1aauto.com/honda-pilot-acura-mdx-front-lower-2-piece-control-arm-with-ball-joint-set/i/1asfk00937
VTEC Solenoid Gasket: 36172-P8A-A01
VTEC Gasket (oil filter housing): 15825-P8A-A01
Valve Cover Gasket Kit (Has all needed parts, you’ll need 2 of these): 12030-P8A-A00
Thermostat: 19301-P8E-A10
Spark Plugs (NGK): ZFR5F11
Anchor Industries (9389 Side mount): https://anchor-online.com
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How Intake Runners Work: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jruZL5UCSA&t=3s
Why You Should NOT Flush Your Engine: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c83HG0Ip1AM&t=1s
J Series Valve Adjustment (Part 1): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OnyqVg3nWRk&t=2s
J Series Valve Adjustment (Part 2): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iLdgivYwUiQ&t=3s
Honda J Series Timing Belt Replacement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDSoQD1H0zY&t=30s
How To Build a Subframe Platform for Easy Engine/Transmission Removal: https://youtu.be/rVrs0SG866w
How To Repair Structural Rust Damage: https://youtu.be/wou4sk8Xt9k
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0:00 Introduction
4:22 Electrical Repairs
9:59 Intake Removal and Cleaning
14:50 Idle Air Control Valve Removal
17:35 Valve Cover Removal and Recondition
31:17 Exhaust Manifold Removal
32:33 VTEC Gasket Replacement
36:24 Reassembly
38:24 Lower Control Arm Installation
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