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What is the 2004 Honda Pilot’s oil type?
I just bought a 2004 Honda Pilot and the previous owner said it needs an oil change. I can take care of it myself, but I’m not sure what type of motor oil to buy. What is the 2004 Honda Pilot’s oil type?
A 2004 Honda Pilot needs 5W-20 motor oil. You’re free to use either conventional or synthetic oil, but we suggest opting for synthetic oil because it’s cleaner and doesn’t break down as fast as conventional oil does.
Synthetic oil might be a little more expensive, but because it lasts a lot longer than conventional oil, it can actually save you money in the long run! While cars that use conventional oil need their oil changed every 3,000 to 5,000 miles, a car that uses a synthetic motor oil only needs it changed every 7,500 to 15,000 miles.
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A key component to having Your car last a long time is by doing regularly scheduled maintenance checks and changes. When the time comes for a lube job on the 2004 Honda Pilot, the type of oil it takes iS5W-20. The capacity iS5.1 quarts with filter Longevity in vehicles like Hondas is known to be common. Cars with upwards of 300,000 miles put on them is not unheard of. The shared piece of the automobile durability puzzle is takeng care of the parts that are vital to its operation. Check all of Your fluids at shorter mileage intervals than originally recommended by the manufacturer, especially if the car has surpassed that 100,000 milestone and change them if needed. Doing simple, yet often ignored, checkups will safeguard Your vehicle from an early trip to the auto graveyard.
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John A. January 2, 2020
The 2004 Honda Pilot's 3.5L V6 engine requires 5.1 quarts of 5W20 synthetic oil.
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1. Getting Started - Prepare for the repair
2. Open the Hood - How to pop the hood and prop it open
3. Find Oil Drain - Locate the oil drain plug underneath the vehicle
4. Drain Oil - Set up the workspace, drain oil and replace plug
5. Find Oil Filter - Locate the oil filter
6. Remove Filter - Position drain pan and remove the oil filter
7. Replace Filter - Add oil to the new oil filter and insert it
8. Remove Oil Cap - Take off the oil fill cap
9. Add Oil - Determine the correct oil type and add oil
10. Replace Cap - Put the oil fill cap back on the engine
11. Leak Inspection - Start vehicle and visually inspect for leaks
12. Remove Dipstick - Locate, remove and wipe oil dipstick
13. Read Oil Level - Reinsert dipstick, remove and then read oil level
14. Clean Up Tips - How to best clean spills and deal with used oil
15. More Info. - Additional information on oil changes
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This video shows you how to change the oil and oil filter in your 2006 Honda Pilot. When you change your own oil, you know that you are putting quality oil in your Pilot and that the filter is being changed too. Most importantly, you get a chance to look around under your Pilot for potential trouble spots. This video shows you the location of your oil drain plug, oil filter, oil fill cap and dipstick in addition to the steps needed to change the oil and filter in your Pilot. For most Hondas, you can wrap an old belt around the oil filter and unscrew it by hand. If you can't do this, see our parts page to find a Honda Pilot oil filter wrench. If your Pilot is too low to the ground to access your drain plug and oil filter, be sure to use jack stands and safe jacking procedures before getting under your Pilot.
Most Hondas have the oil type printed on the oil cap - it will likely be 5W-20, 5W-30, 5W-40, 10W-30 or 10W-40. If it isn't printed on the oil cap, check your owners manual for the exact type before adding new oil. We recommend wearing safety glasses whenever you are working under your Pilot. You never know what could be dripping down from the engine, battery acid, engine coolant, brake fluid, etc. All of these fluids are extremely harmful to your eyes and skin so it is important to protect yourself.
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