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Honda Pilot 1st Generation
2003–2008 · YF1/YF2 · suv
The 1st-gen Pilot launched 2003 as Honda's first dedicated three-row SUV for the US market, built on the same global light truck platform as the Acura MDX. J35A4 (later J35A6) 3.5L V6, 5-speed automatic, VTM-4 on-demand AWD on optional trims. Eight-passenger seating standard. Built in Lincoln, Alabama and Alliston, Ontario.
Watch out: Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) on the 2006-2008 J35A6 is the source of the well-known oil-consumption and torque-converter-shudder complaints. Owners often install VCM disablers to extend engine life on high-mile examples.
What your Pilot takes
The parts and fluids that fit this generation. Specs we publish are confirmed against two independent sources; the rest fill in as we verify them.
- Wiper blades24" driver · 21" passenger✓ VerifiedView
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Full clubhouse — owner Garage Lineage, common problems, year-by-year notes, and product picks — is on the build list.
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