fog light install, covers don't fit - Honda Pilot

dwestall · 01-25-2009, 01:54 PM

I have a '04 Pilot with the front bumper lower trim. I ordered and received the fog light kit (P/N 08V31-S9V-111A). The installation went well until it came time to connect the fog light covers. The 2 screws don't line up with the holes on the fog light brackets. I know the kit (without trim) has different fog light covers and I'm sure I have the right covers.

Does anyone know if the brackets are different in each kit? Is it possible I got the wrong brackets in my kit?

Thanks,
dw

Pilot-Matt · 01-25-2009, 03:12 PM

There are two types of fog lights for the 04' version, one with lower trim one without. The lower trim accessory does not allow for the covers to be installed.

http://www.hondacuraworld.com/Mercha...tegory_Code=HP

http://collegehillshonda.com/honda_p...5_exterior.htm

Pilot-Matt · 01-25-2009, 03:17 PM

Without lower trim

Pilot-Matt · 01-25-2009, 03:20 PM

With lower trim

dwestall · 01-25-2009, 06:50 PM

Yes, I have the version with lower trim. The kit comes with different covers that fit into the lower trim. I have the correct covers for sure, they just don't line up with the screw holes on the fog light brackets.

I think somehow my kit came with the wrong brakets. I'm going to call the dealer tomorrow and try to get it corrected.

Thanks,
dw

dwestall · 01-26-2009, 12:31 PM

I found this picture. Obviously, this is a photo of the fog lights without the trim, but it's interesting because the fog light cover looks different then the pic posted by Pilot-Matt.

http://www.cheaphondaparts.com/prodd...p?prod=P04FL67

Correction: this is not where I orderd the kit from. I ordered from HondaPartsCheap.com. I called and requested an exchange but still waiting to hear back.

N_Jay · 01-26-2009, 12:40 PM

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Originally posted by dwestall
I found this picture on the website where I ordered the kit from. Obviously, this is a photo of the fog lights without the trim, but it's interesting because the fog light cover looks different then the pic posted by Pilot-Matt.

http://www.cheaphondaparts.com/prodd...p?prod=P04FL67

That is a bad pic.

It was released when the Pilot first came out and shows the "With trim" lights, but with the trim removed (Photoshop wise).

They never existed looking like that.

rocky · 01-26-2009, 01:02 PM

If you had just gone to Tim none of this messing around would have happened...

dwestall · 01-26-2009, 02:34 PM

Who is Tim?

a2Pilot · 01-26-2009, 03:16 PM

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Originally posted by dwestall
Who is Tim?

He runs http://hondacuraworld.com/ and has been a sponsor of this site since the beginning.

sblvro · 01-26-2009, 03:49 PM

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Originally posted by dwestall
Who is Tim?

tim>

a2Pilot · 01-26-2009, 04:17 PM

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Originally posted by sblvro

tim>

I was just trying to be nice!

N_Jay · 01-26-2009, 05:21 PM

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Originally posted by a2Pilot

He runs http://hondacuraworld.com/ and has been a sponsor of this site since the beginning.

And a heck of a great guy!!

dwestall · 01-26-2009, 07:52 PM

I talked to the dealer today, they were helpful. At first they wanted me to ship the kit back and they would send out a new one. But, I told them it's already installed so instead they're sending out just the brackets and then I can send back the old ones. So, maybe it will turn out ok.

dw

dwestall · 01-28-2009, 12:30 AM

I'm curious, if I had installed the fog lights before I bought the lower trim and then later I added the trim, is there a kit that allows me to convert the fog lights from w/o trim to w/trim or do I have to buy a whole new kit?

01-25-2009, 01:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
dwestall Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Houston Posts: 7 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	fog light install, covers don't fit I have a '04 Pilot with the front bumper lower trim. I ordered and received the fog light kit (P/N 08V31-S9V-111A). The installation went well until it came time to connect the fog light covers. The 2 screws don't line up with the holes on the fog light brackets. I know the kit (without trim) has different fog light covers and I'm sure I have the right covers. Does anyone know if the brackets are different in each kit? Is it possible I got the wrong brackets in my kit? Thanks, dw

01-25-2009, 03:12 PM	#2 (permalink)
Pilot-Matt Super Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Twinsburg, Ohio Posts: 793 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	There are two types of fog lights for the 04' version, one with lower trim one without. The lower trim accessory does not allow for the covers to be installed. http://www.hondacuraworld.com/Mercha...tegory_Code=HP http://collegehillshonda.com/honda_p...5_exterior.htm __________________ 04' Sage Brush Pearl EX Chrome Side Steps (OEM), Rear Splash Guards (OEM), Cross Bars (OEM), Chrome Exhaust Tips (OEM), Cargo Net (OEM), All-Season Floor Mats (OEM) WeatherFlectors from WeatherTech (Dark), FormFit Air Deflector, Cloud-Rider Mirror SS Mesh Grille Inserts, Full Size EX Spare, 3m Protective Tape, Wwong's Pilot Pads, Chrome Accessory Logos, Clear Door Edge Guards. Free brushless car wash anytime. 09' Honda Ridgeline RTL, Mocha w/Black Interior 99' Honda Shadow ACE 1100C2

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rocky Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Red Sox Nation Posts: 7,168 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	If you had just gone to Tim none of this messing around would have happened... __________________ https://www.facebook.com/pages/Chris...19131498101662

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01-25-2009, 06:50 PM	#5 (permalink)
dwestall Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Houston Posts: 7 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Yes, I have the version with lower trim. The kit comes with different covers that fit into the lower trim. I have the correct covers for sure, they just don't line up with the screw holes on the fog light brackets. I think somehow my kit came with the wrong brakets. I'm going to call the dealer tomorrow and try to get it corrected. Thanks, dw

01-26-2009, 02:34 PM	#9 (permalink)
dwestall Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Houston Posts: 7 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Who is Tim?

01-26-2009, 07:52 PM	#14 (permalink)
dwestall Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Houston Posts: 7 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I talked to the dealer today, they were helpful. At first they wanted me to ship the kit back and they would send out a new one. But, I told them it's already installed so instead they're sending out just the brackets and then I can send back the old ones. So, maybe it will turn out ok. dw

01-28-2009, 12:30 AM	#15 (permalink)
dwestall Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Houston Posts: 7 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I'm curious, if I had installed the fog lights before I bought the lower trim and then later I added the trim, is there a kit that allows me to convert the fog lights from w/o trim to w/trim or do I have to buy a whole new kit?

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