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#75 of 124 Re: synthetic oil [hondaden] by toca Nov 24, 2004 (2:59 pm)
Replying to: hondaden (Nov 07, 2004 6:09 am) It's not $5 extra. I just got a 5qt container of Mobil 1 for under $20 at WalMart. You can get generic brand oil for about $1, but most name brands like Castrol, Valvoline, Pennzoil, etc go for $1.50 or more (sometimes less when on sale). So the difference is closer to $3 than $5.   If you are getting your oil changed every 3k miles, than perhaps you are getting it changed to frequently. Depending on a users driving conditions, Honda has a recommended range for oil changes - 3,750 under severe conditions to 7,500 for normal. According to Honda, most people fall under the normal category.   I'd be curious to know what type of oil your Honda dealer uses for changes (if that's where you get your oil changed). My dealer uses the recommended oil from Honda for the Pilot, which is a synthetic blend and get it changed every 5k miles.   As for the original question about sythetic oil, I use have used it from day one in my '98 Subaru and have done so with my '04 Subaru. I put about 28k miles a year on that vehicle and the added protection synthetics provide at higher and lower temperatures is something I feel is worth the extra $75 or so per year it costs.   For more info on the topic, here's an interesting article on synthetics. http://www.patgosscarworld.com/syntheticdifference.htm
#76 of 124 New Pilot by tomer Dec 11, 2004 (7:33 pm)
Just bought a honda pilot 05 EXL hawk black grey interior today 12-11-04 pick it up tommorow,Owned toyotas all my life great cars have a 90 camry v6 downstairs bought it new and only put in an alternator,Great car,Looked at the Highlander it was nice but all the options were too much compared to the honda hope i like the honda,Paid 29 thats it,Told the dealer heres my offer take it or leave it.Seems like i got a good deal,Moonroof heated seats leather interior 6cd changer,more bang for the buck compared to the highlander.
#77 of 124 Pilot EXL-NAV by leo Feb 11, 2005 (3:37 pm)
I got the Pilot on 1/28/05. Is a great vehicle. I paid $34,850 take home. I think I have got a great deal. One problem, I kept hitting the windshield wiper stick every time I trying to get to the column shifter. Replies to this message: normkol (Feb 24, 2005 11:34 am)
#78 of 124 Re: Pilot EXL-NAV [leo] by normkol Feb 24, 2005 (11:34 am)
Replying to: leo (Feb 11, 2005 3:37 pm) I know what you mean, I washed the windshield once already trying to put it into drive. Funny placement of the trans stick.   I got my '05 EXL this past Tuesday. It's really my wife's. They expect 3-5 inches of snow today, so it's her first experience driving a AWD in the snow.   Norm Koller, Staten Island, NY
#79 of 124 Re: Hello & welcome! [KarenS] by quiptown Jul 06, 2005 (6:54 pm)
Replying to: KarenS (Aug 06, 2002 9:31 am) KarenS, I need to know how to get the maintainence required light off on my 2004 Honda Pilot. It has 25k miles and runs great. Thanks. Replies to this message: qbrozen (Jul 07, 2005 5:47 am) leo (Jul 08, 2005 9:38 pm)
#80 of 124 Re: Hello & welcome! [quiptown] by qbrozen Jul 07, 2005 (5:47 am)
Replying to: quiptown (Jul 06, 2005 6:54 pm) I'm not sure Karen can help you, but I believe I can. This procedure is also in the owner's manual, by the way ... while the car is off, press and hold the odometer trip reset button, then turn the key to position 2 and continue holding the button until the maintenance light goes out. That's it.
#81 of 124 Re: Hello & welcome! [quiptown] by leo Jul 08, 2005 (9:38 pm)
Replying to: quiptown (Jul 06, 2005 6:54 pm) Karen, The instruction is in the owner's manual instrument panel section for 2005. The steps are: 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Press and hold the select/reset button on the instrument panel, then turn the ignition swith to ON(II) position. 3. Hold the button for about 10 second until the indicator goes off. Good Luck. Leo
#82 of 124 new owner of 2005 used pilot by rossco1 Jul 21, 2005 (10:23 am)
I have had my Pilot EX-L for about a month. We bought it used with 19000kms on it. Yes I am from Canada. I am looking for accessories such as a roof rack system to go with the factory rails. I hope all the bugs have already been exterminated. I eagerly look forward to searching for information from you experienced pilot owners. ">
#83 of 124 2005 Pilot EX-L by pagla Aug 09, 2005 (3:44 pm)
After long comparison and research and test drive, finally we bought Pilot EX-L and driving it for around a week now. Feels big and powerful. Only problem is to keep the animal within 65mph in california freeways for first 1K miles. I am looking for some seat cover and steering wheel covers. If anyone knows any good stores (web or b&m) and can share ... that would be great ... Thanks Rahul and Runa Rancho Cordova, CA Replies to this message: zen76 (Aug 20, 2005 6:01 pm) vrm (Aug 22, 2005 2:32 pm)
#84 of 124 Re: 2005 Pilot EX-L [pagla] by zen76 Aug 20, 2005 (6:01 pm)
Replying to: pagla (Aug 09, 2005 3:44 pm) seat covers for EX-L ? Its leather... dosent need any covers...

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