Air Filter change? - Honda Pilot

droeun · 09-20-2008, 05:54 PM

Does anyone know how to remove the air filter underneath the hood? I'm a complete idiot when it comes to this stuff & would appreciate any assistance. Thank you!

humanoid · 09-20-2008, 06:14 PM

If you have a 2003-2008 then you just undo the 4 screws holding down the lid to the airbox, lift lid, take out old filter, replace with new one, tighten screws and you're set. I'm sure it's the same with the 2009 also.

droeun · 09-20-2008, 09:00 PM

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Originally posted by humanoid
If you have a 2003-2008 then you just undo the 4 screws holding down the lid to the airbox, lift lid, take out old filter, replace with new one, tighten screws and you're set. I'm sure it's the same with the 2009 also.

thanks humanoid! Saw the screws but wasn't sure if I had to mess with anything else. I'll give it a try later.

ctobio · 09-20-2008, 09:44 PM

IIRC, magnetic screwdriver helps. I believe the screws are not captive, but I might be remembering right.

bigpav7 · 09-22-2008, 04:02 PM

I would suggest using a rachet with a long extension as opposed to a screwdriver. Mine were on super tight. I believe the screws are 8mm.

Sunday Rider · 09-22-2008, 04:06 PM

For sure use a socket and extention. Mine were on real tight. Also lube them so they don't stick next time. They seem to attract lots of moisture there.

dustino8 · 09-22-2008, 05:42 PM

Mine were also tight, rusted right in

. Long story short, I ended up getting a new air filter box (bottom section only). Its a good idea to lube the bolts when you put them back in.

NJGuy · 09-23-2008, 08:50 AM

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Originally posted by ctobio
IIRC, magnetic screwdriver helps. I believe the screws are not captive, but I might be remembering right.

Like in the other Hondas I've seen, the screws are captive; so you won't need the magnetic screwdriver.

jennyshopaustin · 09-24-2008, 04:23 PM

can someone post some pics

SS Hedge · 10-04-2008, 09:56 PM

Where's best place to purchase an OEM air filter for '03 Pilot? Can you get an original one for less than dealer price?

ctobio · 10-05-2008, 07:47 PM

Why do gung ho about OEM? Most aftermarket air filters that aren't K & N are just as good.

Anyway, if you want OEM, try our forum sponsor.

NJGuy · 10-06-2008, 09:42 AM

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Originally posted by jennyshopaustin
can someone post some pics

I haven't seen anyone post any close up photos of the air filter housing. Here's a photo of the engine bay. I drew a box around the air filter's location. Just pop open the hood and take a close look at that spot, and you should see the four screws there.

Kalbo607 · 10-10-2008, 11:19 PM

Just changed mine, ordered it online from Tim.

The screws were captive and unlike others were not to tight at all.

09-20-2008, 05:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
droeun Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: VA Posts: 6 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Air Filter change? Does anyone know how to remove the air filter underneath the hood? I'm a complete idiot when it comes to this stuff & would appreciate any assistance. Thank you!

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humanoid Super Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Sunny SoCal Posts: 2,970 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	If you have a 2003-2008 then you just undo the 4 screws holding down the lid to the airbox, lift lid, take out old filter, replace with new one, tighten screws and you're set. I'm sure it's the same with the 2009 also. __________________ 2005 EX-L Sage Brush Pearl -->OEM Running Boards, OEM rear mud guards, OEM crossbars, AVS bug deflector, 5000K HIDs, OEM Accord EX emblem, full sized spare, Hella FF 75 driving lamps, Nifty CatchAll Mats <------------ click here first, n0oB!!!

09-20-2008, 09:44 PM	#4 (permalink)
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09-22-2008, 04:06 PM	#6 (permalink)
Sunday Rider Super Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Aurora, Ontario Posts: 2,074 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	For sure use a socket and extention. Mine were on real tight. Also lube them so they don't stick next time. They seem to attract lots of moisture there. __________________ Sunday Rider '03 EX-L, Nighthawk Black Pearl, OEM Black Gone but not forgotten March 2011 Honda ST1100 '97 Honda CB900C '82 sold Honda CM400E '80

09-22-2008, 05:42 PM	#7 (permalink)
dustino8 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: SK, Canada Posts: 764 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Mine were also tight, rusted right in . Long story short, I ended up getting a new air filter box (bottom section only). Its a good idea to lube the bolts when you put them back in. __________________ 2003 SS EX-L; Sidesteps, aftermarket hitch and tranny cooler, prodigy brake controller, Airlift 1000 2007 Toyota Tundra Dearly departed 1991 Prelude and 2005 Civic

09-22-2008, 04:02 PM	#5 (permalink)
bigpav7 Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 48 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I would suggest using a rachet with a long extension as opposed to a screwdriver. Mine were on super tight. I believe the screws are 8mm.

09-24-2008, 04:23 PM	#9 (permalink)
jennyshopaustin Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: austin Posts: 5 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Car illiterate can someone post some pics

10-04-2008, 09:56 PM	#10 (permalink)
SS Hedge Junior Member Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: west tennessee Posts: 26 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	air filter for 2003 pilot Where's best place to purchase an OEM air filter for '03 Pilot? Can you get an original one for less than dealer price?

10-05-2008, 07:47 PM	#11 (permalink)
ctobio Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Central Connecticut Posts: 737 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Why do gung ho about OEM? Most aftermarket air filters that aren't K & N are just as good. Anyway, if you want OEM, try our forum sponsor. __________________ Constantino Tobio Vehicles in the driveway: '06 Honda Pilot EX-L w/RES, Redrock Pearl '03 VW Passat Wagon GLX V6, Blue Anthracite '73 VW Fastback, Marina Blue '94 John Deere LX176

10-10-2008, 11:19 PM	#13 (permalink)
Kalbo607 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Posts: 107 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Just changed mine, ordered it online from Tim. The screws were captive and unlike others were not to tight at all. __________________ 2006 Pilot Steel Blue with Nav (Blue Thunder) 2001 Ford Focus SE Wagon (White Lighting)

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