Honda 3.5L V6 Timing Belt & Water Pump Replacement- Pilot, Ridgeline, Odyssey.

Honda 3.5L V6 Timing Belt & Water Pump Replacement- Pilot, Ridgeline, Odyssey.

In this video we will replace a Honda 3.5L V6 Timing Belt & Water Pump. The vehicle that I’m working on is a 2011 Pilot but the procedure is the same from the Ridgeline and the Odyssey as well. This 3.5L engine has been used for a very long time and is very common between many Honda and Acura models. The timing belt, water pump, tensioner, and idlers are wear parts that must be replaced at the 100k mile service. I also installed a fresh thermostat while I had the coolant drained from the engine. While doing the timing belt and water pump replacement I found the motor mount under the computer needed to be replaced as well. So, it’s a good time to do a general inspection of your engine compartment while you have the vehicle apart. Here are some of the tools and parts that I used to complete the timing belt service:

Tools:
Crank Pulley Holding Tool: https://amzn.to/3gT8a8Z
19mm Crank Bolt Socket: https://amzn.to/2F5Pu8t
Full Set of Crank Pulley Sockets: https://amzn.to/3bqVncQ
Impact Gun: https://amzn.to/3jO3kvz

Parts:
Timing Kit: https://amzn.to/35fVRS3
Thermostat: https://amzn.to/2QRiWll
Thermostat Gasket: https://amzn.to/3lPdnlS
Motor Mount: https://amzn.to/3jHxNLG
Concentrated Coolant (needs diluted): https://amzn.to/2QSQboE
Diluted Coolant: https://amzn.to/351AhAi

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Repair Geek says:

Here are some of the tools and parts that I used to complete the timing belt service:
Tools:
Crank Pulley Holding Tool: https://amzn.to/3gT8a8Z
19mm Crank Bolt Socket: https://amzn.to/2F5Pu8t
Full Set of Crank Pulley Sockets: https://amzn.to/3bqVncQ
Impact Gun: https://amzn.to/3jO3kvz
Parts:
Timing Kit: https://amzn.to/35fVRS3
Thermostat: https://amzn.to/2QRiWll
Thermostat Gasket: https://amzn.to/3lPdnlS
Motor Mount: https://amzn.to/3jHxNLG
Concentrated Coolant (needs diluted): https://amzn.to/2QSQboE
Diluted Coolant: https://amzn.to/351AhAi
My Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/repairgeek
Help support the channel, buy using my Amazon links
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases and your cost is exactly the same.

David and Dani Edrich says:

Question. Does it make a difference whether I take the serpentine off before breaking the crank bolt loose? I’m having trouble removing my crank bolt. Couldn’t even get it with a breaker bar. So I got a high torch impact wrench and I ordered the thicker 19mm. But I’m wondering if taking the timing belt off first matters. Thank you! Great video.

S. Jorgensen says:

Best video I've seen on replacing the timing belt on the Honda V6 engine. You went step by step and added relevant comments when necessary.
You did a fantastic job. I am considering buying a full size Honda V6 SUV so this is the perfect instruction video. I can just imagine what the repair shops / dealers are charging for this job.

labattsipa says:

uhh, there is a block drain plug on the back of the block you could have used. good video ,,so far

Frank Reichl says:

great video ! how much vaccum on the system…?

dandrada1 says:

18 mins in and I was hooked. Subscribed. Both great production of the video itself and thorough steps to do this. Made me really think about my time vs paying to have timing belt done on my Odyssey.

R B says:

Once you pulled that engine mount I would love to have seen how you held the motor in place going up and down with the lift. Love the video very well put together.

manuel vivas says:

Thank you for the info nice job

MARCELO T. says:

Awsome detailed video man , thanks! I did my friend timing belt on a 2012 , and all good , I feel with confidence after watch your video couple of time, Thanks again !!!

Alejandro Avelino says:

Excellent vídeo friend, good

Jeffrey Federico says:

That was very well done thanks

Francesca Calderoni says:

I just ran into the issue of the crank bolt. Watching how quick that socket ripped the bolt right off, all I could do was laugh. It's silly how simple that makes it.

matthew rivera says:

This may be the best car repair video I have ever seen. Well done bro had a question ? what are your thoughts on replacing the cam and crankshaft seals at this time ?

Roger Hockemier says:

I am a certified Auto Tech and I can actually say that was a perfect video . Very well planned very well shot and your video editing is impeccable! Well done young man well done! I wish more young people would get into the trades.

HawaiiGuy says:

Great video – wish I had a garage and lift to tackle this myself.

j riv says:

Why do you have to align your timing marks?

Michael Mager says:

I've watched a few videos on how to do the the timing belt on my 2011 Odyssey. Some are wayyy to long, rambling on nonsense, and others are not enough info. I know how to do a timing belt, I just like to watch and see if there's any suggestions or suprises that will pop up.
This hands down is the most informative video I've seen so far. Very clear and to the point. Very well done.

Wildman113 says:

You're better off scrapping the piece of shit than wasting all that money on a rust bucket Honda.

Rebecca Toth says:

I'm a bit confused whether the engine needs to be supported when the mount is removed. Initially the engine is supported from the oil pan, but after the mount is removed the car is raised on the hoist. So is the support something that facilitates the mount removal, but isn't needed thereafter (until the mount is reinstalled)?

Great Bread says:

Good job. Gives me confidence to do my 2002 Odyssey. Thanks!

Brian Chan says:

Great job! Very thorough explanation!

jesse1247 says:

This may be the best car repair video I have ever seen

michael hirz says:

How long did it take you to do the whole job…. thanks and great job

Bryce Babe says:

Great video dude ur a sharp knife. 1+ sub

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