I guess by tool, the dealer you bought it from didn't think to read the manual. It's all the tool they need.

I would double check with the dealership that you bought it from that they A = Changed the oil and filter, 1= Rotated the tires, 2 = Replaced the air cleaner element, dust and pollen filter & Inspected the drive belt and 3 = Replaced transmission fluid and transfer fluid if it is a AWD. I would especially want to make sure of #3.

 

I guess by tool, the dealer you bought it from didn't think to read the manual. It's all the tool they need.

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I would double check with the dealership that you bought it from that they A = Changed the oil and filter, 1= Rotated the tires, 2 = Replaced the air cleaner element, dust and pollen filter & Inspected the drive belt and 3 = Replaced transmission fluid and transfer fluid if it is a AWD. I would especially want to make sure of #3.

Thank you @Daltongang for the quick response. They said they had not researched into it or tried to figure out since they get a lot of cars from several different makes. And they assured me that the things u mentioned were done. Mine is not a AWD so one less thing to worry about I guess. I am going to try to attach the report he sent.

So given all this, safe to say I should go ahead and reset it?

Thanks again!

 

Since I bought it at 26k miles, do u think they would have done it at 25k? And that I can wait until 30k miles?

 

What is the significance of waiting until 30K miles?

 

He confirmed they did not. These are the only things they did:

I took extended warranty at the time of buying. It actually still has a few more miles/months of the original warranty. So based on all this, should I take it to a Honda dealership? I really don't want to pay a Hugh amount for a servicing that's already done. And do you take your Pilots serviced at official Honda dealerships or places like Firestone?

 

I took extended warranty at the time of buying. It actually still has a few more miles/months of the original warranty. So based on all this, should I take it to a Honda dealership? I really don't want to pay a Hugh amount for a servicing that's already done. And do you take your Pilots serviced at official Honda dealerships or places like Firestone?

Does the warranty have any requirements regarding periodic maintenance?
Are there any "official" Honda dealers near you?

 

No discount coupons unfortunately. Can being in the original warranty be helpful? Or the fact that I purchased an extended 5 years warranty? Trying ro figure out Honda dealership vs Firestone.

 

What's the fixation with Firestone?
Do you know what transmission fluid they would use?

 

Hi it sounds like you have concerns in addition to the transmission oil replacement. Since it’s still has some of the original warranty left I would have it checked by a Honda dealership just in case there might be a warranty repair. The dealership will charge you a fee just to hook up your car to do a full diagnostic check ( in my area NYC if they find something wrong under warranty they discount the diagnostic fee).

 

How/what do I ask them to do though? The dealership I went to were pretty sure that nothing needs to be checked. And my concerns, thankfully, aren't because of anything that I am experiencing with the car, its just because its my 1st used car purchase.

 

Hi, got it. I was the same way with my pilot when I purchased it( 2013 used) 🙂. Congratulations!!!!! My suggestion is to be on top of the maintenance items, air filter/pollen filter, oil changes, transmission oil changes. Check the fluid levels in the engine bay and tire pressure 🙂

 

Apologies for the delayed response. Got the cracking sound issue yesterday and have been super irritated with it. Hopefully it will get fixed. I am still under the original warranty.

 

TexanPiloteer ** Go to Customer Service & Car Owner Information | Honda. Scroll down until you see the Contact US section. Call them ask how can you get on their email list to have coupons sent to you.

* I entered this in Google: Honda pilot issues 2020 Honda Pilot Problems and Complaints - 19 Issues

2020 Honda Pilot - problems, statistics, and analysis

Statistics of the reported problems of the 2020 Pilot vehicles. The reliability study of the 2020 Pilot cars.

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https://www.cars.com/research/honda-pilot-2020/consumer-reviews/ One of the reviews the Honda owner discusses the engine knocking noise

If you are not comfortable with the Honda dealership, set up a relationship with another dealership.

* The following links are on Recalls for 2020 Pilot that I Googled::

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Read all complaints, recalls and other safety issues for 2020 HONDA Pilot

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https://www.cars.com/research/honda-pilot-2020/recalls/

https://www.kbb.com/honda/pilot/2020/recall/

2020 Honda Pilot Safety Recalls - Autoblog

View recall reports to see if the 2020 Pilot was recalled for safety-related defects or non-compliance with U.S. safety standards.

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2020 Honda Pilot Recalls and Notable TSBs - VehicleHistory

Worried your 2020 Honda Pilot might have a recall? Great news, Vehicle History has your back. Here’s everything you need to know.

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Vehicle Detail Search - 2021 HONDA PILOT SUV AWD | NHTSA

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Please find any Technical Safety Bulletins on your Pilot....

A long time ago, I was stationed in San Antonio area!

 

TexanPiloteer ** Go to Customer Service & Car Owner Information | Honda. Scroll down until you see the Contact US section. Call them ask how can you get on their email list to have coupons sent to you.

* I entered this in Google: Honda pilot issues 2020 Honda Pilot Problems and Complaints - 19 Issues

2020 Honda Pilot - problems, statistics, and analysis

Statistics of the reported problems of the 2020 Pilot vehicles. The reliability study of the 2020 Pilot cars.

www.carproblemzoo.com

https://www.cars.com/research/honda-pilot-2020/consumer-reviews/ One of the reviews the Honda owner discusses the engine knocking noise

If you are not comfortable with the Honda dealership, set up a relationship with another dealership.

* The following links are on Recalls for 2020 Pilot that I Googled::

2020 HONDA Pilot

Read all complaints, recalls and other safety issues for 2020 HONDA Pilot

www.autosafety.org

https://www.cars.com/research/honda-pilot-2020/recalls/

https://www.kbb.com/honda/pilot/2020/recall/

2020 Honda Pilot Safety Recalls - Autoblog

View recall reports to see if the 2020 Pilot was recalled for safety-related defects or non-compliance with U.S. safety standards.

www.autoblog.com

2020 Honda Pilot Recalls and Notable TSBs - VehicleHistory

Worried your 2020 Honda Pilot might have a recall? Great news, Vehicle History has your back. Here’s everything you need to know.

www.vehiclehistory.com

Vehicle Detail Search - 2021 HONDA PILOT SUV AWD | NHTSA

www.nhtsa.gov

Please find any Technical Safety Bulletins on your Pilot....

A long time ago, I was stationed in San Antonio area!

Thank you so much for the detailed response. Are you still in San Antonio? Please say yes, I will happily drive to you 🙂

 

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I’m assuming this is an LX or an EX-L 2wd model Pilot with a 6-speed transmission since it requires an ATF change at 30k miles?
The reason I ask is that the history of the 6-speed in Honda Pilots is not exactly without trouble, although by 2020 most of the issues were under control. But there are a couple of factors that remains my concern. One is the ATF (Honda DW-1), and it’s ability to protect the transmission in hot climates, which can be made worse in stop and go traffic, driving in hilly terrain or when towing. I’d recommend that anyone who owns a 6-speed Pilot in any of these situations to add a transmission cooler to your vehicle and drain and fill the ATF every 3rd oil change. The 2nd thing I’d do is disable the VCM. Cylinder deactivation may save a few bucks on fuel long term, but it also adversely affects the reliability and longevity of the vehicle. I use S-VCM.

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If I couldn’t do my own maintenance, I’d go to the dealership, especially since it’s under warranty. Firestone never.

 

Nail Grease, I thank you for your patronage on this board and giving your professional opinion on how to maintain the cars/SUV's! I own a 2017 Pilot EX-L with about 18,250 miles ( bought new). I really value your opinion and I thank you for sharing it with us!