[WiiMaster]

If VCM has caused the mis-fire, the damage is already done and disabling VCM is not going to fix it now.

This is simply not true. It is quite proven that disabling VCM can reverse the problem. Of course, if a spark plug is fouled you'll have to replace it, but they've already done that.

 

[Cbayman]

This is simply not true. It is quite proven that disabling VCM can reverse the problem. Of course, if a spark plug is fouled you'll have to replace it, but they've already done that.

So your advice to the OP is to install a muzzler without diagnosing the root cause of the problem?

 

[Ranadam]

If you have the code reader you can use it to clear stored DTC's. Maybe easier than disconnecting the battery, waiting, reconnecting the battery, resetting the entertainment stack.

Get one of the VCM disablers right away, and install it ASAP. Follow the mega thread guidance on the other remedial steps. Most important that you swap in good synthetic oil immediately, monitor levels closely until consumption stops. Plan of more frequent changes for a while as the extra detergent works to clear the oil coke that's fouling the oil control rings. Synthetic oil is much less likely to cause detonation when it does pass the rings, an important benefit.

Get that disabler on the way and get it installed, else you'll be forever plagued by the misfire symptoms, and risk $$$ damage to oxy sensors and catalytic converters. Trust us....

Thank you! Yes we are going to get the VCM disabler. After reading all the posts my husband said it's a no brainer. On to better or should I say strange news, no check engine light this morning and drives beautifully. I told my hubby I really think the misfire code was from before he did the work. I did do the clear codes button on the code reader but it's a Bluetooth wireless one and it's a machine. We will see how today goes. But the fact that there is no light this morning means no misfire this morning. Does a misfire come and go? I wouldnt think so but im not a mechanic. Another positive note is we have always always used full synthetic oil in all our vehicles. Again thank you everyone. I'll keep you posted on the VCM install.

 

[Ranadam]

Any ideas on back up monitors lol mine went out one day. Then about 3 days later came back on. Then it would get like white lines going thru the image (only when in reverse). The monitor is fine when on all other screens so I know it's not the monitor itself. I would love to trace the wiring from monitor to rear but have no clue how they ran it. It ideas?

 

[Nail Grease]

So your advice to the OP is to install a muzzler without diagnosing the root cause of the problem?

By the condition of the spark plugs, oil fouling caused by VCM is a given.

 

[Ranadam]

By the condition of the spark plugs, oil fouling caused by VCM is a given.

Yes we are getting the VCM disabler next week. Thank you for all your help

 

[dr bob]

Any ideas on back up monitors lol mine went out one day. Then about 3 days later came back on. Then it would get like white lines going thru the image (only when in reverse). The monitor is fine when on all other screens so I know it's not the monitor itself. I would love to trace the wiring from monitor to rear but have no clue how they ran it. It ideas?

Most popular cause of this is camera failing. Do a little searching in the forum and you'll find some history including fixes with aftermarket replacement cameras. The Pilots have two camera options depending on trim level. The hi trims get a camera with three selectable views - regular, wide, and top-down looking at the bumper and trailer hitch.

Start a new thread for this if you need more support.

 

[WiiMaster]

So your advice to the OP is to install a muzzler without diagnosing the root cause of the problem?

VCM is the root cause of the problem.

 

[InfoSecTangSoo]

Not saying this is the problem, but check your air intake hose as well. Lots of people (including me) have reported that, as they age, they crack. And sometimes the crack isn’t visible. Mine was pretty much split in half, but on the bottom side. Noticed it when changing our air filter. A new one is about $30-40 on Amazon and a super quick install.