What oil do you guys been using on your 06-08 Pilot? - Honda Pilot

Im2c0oL · 02-08-2012, 01:15 PM

Conventional Oil, Full Synthetic Oil, Brand, What Oil Weight? I want to know ahead what's the best oil to use on 06-08 models and how long do you change your oil? since I kinda wasting my $ on my my scion when I have to change oil every 5k and I used Mobile 1 Full Synthetic and changing at 3.5k

. I want to go smart this time and save myself a bunch of $ out of it...

blueintegraboy · 02-08-2012, 01:17 PM

I just go with OEM Honda oil whenever my oil meter reaches 15% life.

Im2c0oL · 02-08-2012, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by blueintegraboy

I just go with OEM Honda oil whenever my oil meter reaches 15% life.

what's the mileages around 15%? is the Pilot running 5w20?

I have a off topic question since you're a 06-08 Pilot owner, does the 06-08 Pilot have trip meter which shows how much mpg you get base on your driving? thanks...

cofetym · 02-08-2012, 02:13 PM

Mobil 1 5w20 extended drain 15,000 miles and filter.

jamesgarner83 · 02-08-2012, 02:41 PM

Mobil 1 Extended Performance 5w-20, and Mobil 1 Extended Performance filter. I change it once a year or 15k miles. Actually ends up being cheaper then conventional oil. Most of the time I can get it on sale for around $40 with the filter. I think it is by far the most cost effective way to go.

rocky · 02-08-2012, 03:19 PM

15% depends on your usage of the Pilot.

Im2c0oL · 02-08-2012, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by jamesgarner83

Mobil 1 Extended Performance 5w-20, and Mobil 1 Extended Performance filter. I change it once a year or 15k miles. Actually ends up being cheaper then conventional oil. Most of the time I can get it on sale for around $40 with the filter. I think it is by far the most cost effective way to go.

damn that's sweet 1 oil change a year? that would be nice, I drive about 13.5k a year with my Scion tc I have to change the oil every 3.5k/2-3months pain in the butt, when the meter say to change at 5k but my oil hella dark when flush at 3.5k with Mobile 1 Synthetic, so I didn't trust it to hit 5k. Once a year better go off with Mobil 1 Synthetic 5qt @ walmart $27 and stack a bunch of OEM filter from honda probably $32 total... so sweet...

so at the same time every 15k you guys replace the rear diff oil too? and trans every 30k to be safe?

blueintegraboy · 02-08-2012, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by sw07tc

what's the mileages around 15%? is the Pilot running 5w20?

I have a off topic question since you're a 06-08 Pilot owner, does the 06-08 Pilot have trip meter which shows how much mpg you get base on your driving? thanks...

I'm not sure. I just changed the oil a few weeks ago and did a 2800 mile trip from FL to CA and oil meter is at 70%. There is no fuel economy meter. The Pilot does run 5w20.

Since I live in an apartment complex, I can't work on my Pilot as I would be able to in Hawaii. I just take it to the Honda dealer and have the oil/filter change plus safety inspection for $30.

dj5 · 02-08-2012, 08:30 PM

I use Mobil 1 5w30 Extended Performance (5 quart container from Walmart) along with a K&N oil filter. I follow the maintenance minder for changes, so I change about every 7k.

94eg! · 02-08-2012, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by sw07tc

damn that's sweet 1 oil change a year? that would be nice, I drive about 13.5k a year with my Scion tc I have to change the oil every 3.5k/2-3months pain in the butt, when the meter say to change at 5k but my oil hella dark when flush at 3.5k with Mobile 1 Synthetic, so I didn't trust it to hit 5k. Once a year better go off with Mobil 1 Synthetic 5qt @ walmart $27 and stack a bunch of OEM filter from honda probably $32 total... so sweet...

so at the same time every 15k you guys replace the rear diff oil too? and trans every 30k to be safe?

The color of the oil is NOT a good indicator of it's condition. Oil turns dark in no time. If your really worried about it, get yourself a free oil-analysis kit from Blackstone-labs. Next time you change your oil, fill the cup and send it off. For $25 or so they will tell you the exact condition of your oil and how much longer you could go on it.

http://www.blackstone-labs.com/free-test-kits.php

2010exl · 02-08-2012, 10:02 PM

Mobil 1 5w20 with a Wix filter.
I run the MM right down to zero.

Usually takes 6,500 to 8,500 miles to reach 0% on the MM.

JEFFro · 02-24-2012, 05:06 PM

I use Mobil 5w20 oil and Fram filter. Tonight will be my 2nd time changing the oil on the 06 pilot (bought Oct '11).

I ususally change it when the oil level percentage hits ~30%.

Question for you guys, is 30% a good indicator or can I hold off til it hits 15%?

94eg! · 02-24-2012, 05:35 PM

With a synthetic, I seriously doubt you would ever have a problem running it down to 0.

JEFFro · 02-24-2012, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by 94eg!

With a synthetic, I seriously doubt you would ever have a problem running it down to 0.

how many driven miles when the oil percentage is down to 0? just curious

BSM-Pilot · 02-24-2012, 10:38 PM

Mobil 1 5W-20 and Honda oil filter. I change the oil every 3-3.5k

02-08-2012, 01:17 PM	#2 (permalink)
blueintegraboy Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Hawaii --> SoCal Posts: 69 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I just go with OEM Honda oil whenever my oil meter reaches 15% life. __________________ 2007 Nimbus Gray EX-L w/Navi & 4WD

02-08-2012, 02:13 PM	#4 (permalink)
cofetym Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Arizona Posts: 785 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Mobil 1 5w20 extended drain 15,000 miles and filter. __________________ ____________ 2005 EX-L 4wd WEATHERTECH* Floor liners, cargo liner, bug/wind deflector (Direct Order). CURTTrailer hitch /harness/Transmission and Power steering coolers (etrailer). OEM Crossbars and rear splash guard (HandA). OEM* Foglights (Ebay/yourkeylessremote). DEI * 452t Automatic Door Lock Modification (Sonixelectronics). MAXXIMAM09300 Side Marker LED light Modification (Partssystems). SEARS16009 Oil Catch Can Mod (Sears). Coffee ! Is The Planet Shaking or Is It Just Me ?

02-08-2012, 02:41 PM	#5 (permalink)
jamesgarner83 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Tennessee Posts: 74 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Mobil 1 Extended Performance 5w-20, and Mobil 1 Extended Performance filter. I change it once a year or 15k miles. Actually ends up being cheaper then conventional oil. Most of the time I can get it on sale for around $40 with the filter. I think it is by far the most cost effective way to go. Last edited by jamesgarner83; 02-08-2012 at 02:44 PM.

02-08-2012, 03:19 PM	#6 (permalink)
rocky Super Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Red Sox Nation Posts: 7,178 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	15% depends on your usage of the Pilot. __________________ https://www.facebook.com/pages/Chris...19131498101662

02-08-2012, 08:30 PM	#9 (permalink)
dj5 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Chicago Posts: 230 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I use Mobil 1 5w30 Extended Performance (5 quart container from Walmart) along with a K&N oil filter. I follow the maintenance minder for changes, so I change about every 7k. __________________ 2006 NBP 4WD EX-L with Navi (v4.A2) OEM Accessories: • Auto Day/Night Mirror w/compass • Rear Mud Guards • Chrome Exhaust tips • Black side steps • MDX rear strut braces • Wheel locks • Cargo Tray • Full size spare with OEM wheel & TPMS Non-OEM Accessories: • Wong's full pad set • Charcoal Catch-All Deluxe mats • Infinty 6012I speakers • McCulloch HID kit (low beams) • Iinterior led lights • 35% Madico tint • WeatherTech deflector • 3M clear bra • Hardwired Escort 9500ix

02-08-2012, 10:02 PM	#11 (permalink)
2010exl Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 196 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Mobil 1 5w20 with a Wix filter. I run the MM right down to zero. Usually takes 6,500 to 8,500 miles to reach 0% on the MM.

02-24-2012, 05:06 PM	#12 (permalink)
JEFFro Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: SGV Posts: 25 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I use Mobil 5w20 oil and Fram filter. Tonight will be my 2nd time changing the oil on the 06 pilot (bought Oct '11). I ususally change it when the oil level percentage hits ~30%. Question for you guys, is 30% a good indicator or can I hold off til it hits 15%? __________________ 06 Pilot EX 95 Accord EX 93 Civic SI

02-24-2012, 05:35 PM	#13 (permalink)
94eg! Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 654 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	With a synthetic, I seriously doubt you would ever have a problem running it down to 0.

02-24-2012, 10:38 PM	#15 (permalink)
BSM-Pilot Registered User Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: HID Fanatic!! MA/RI Posts: 17 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Mobil 1 5W-20 and Honda oil filter. I change the oil every 3-3.5k

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