2016 Honda Pilot Service and Repair Manual

The 2016 Honda Pilot's 3.5L V6 (J35Y6) sits under the hood of every trim, from the LX up through the Elite, and the torque values and diagnostic steps in this manual match that engine.

Engines covered

• 3.5L V6 — SOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline

Body styles covered

• 4-door sport utility

Trims covered

• Elite
• EX
• EX-L
• LX
• Touring

Known issues on the 2016 Pilot. Federal records list eight recalls for this model year. Two separate campaigns cover fuel tank leaks - one for tanks that may leak generally and one for tanks built with insufficient welds that can separate - both raising fire risk near an ignition source. A third row seat belt can become trapped between the rear seat and sideliner, leaving occupants improperly restrained. A dashboard fault can keep tire-pressure, ABS or stability-control warning lights from illuminating when a system malfunctions, delaying the driver's warning. A hood latch striker can become damaged and let the hood open while driving, blocking the driver's view. A manufacturing error in the connecting rod bearing can let it wear and seize, damaging the engine and raising the risk of stalling or fire. The in-tank fuel pump can fail outright, causing a stall while driving. And the rear subframe can corrode at the suspension mounting points, leading to rear suspension failure and loss of vehicle control. Owners have filed 1,688 complaints for the year. The factory diagnostic and repair procedures behind each of those systems are here.

From a fuel tank inspection to a rear suspension or hood latch check, it keeps you on the OEM procedure and the correct specification for your specific 2016 Pilot.