This video covers the complete rear suspension rebuild on a first generation Honda Pilot (’03-’08-some of this info also works for later models). Every part of this rear suspension gets rebuilt in this series, control arms, shocks, stabilizer links and bushings, rear CV boots, differential seals, rear brakes and more. Part 1 covers the removal of the rear suspension, differential, and subframe.
Honda Pilot Complete Rear Suspension Rebuild (Part 2): https://youtu.be/sVh52ACWkcc
Honda Pilot Complete Rear Suspension Rebuild (Full Version): https://www.ericthecarguy.com/honda-pilot-complete-rear-suspension-rebuild-full-versionexclusive-video/
Be sure to check the links below for other videos about this Pilot project #ETCGHackHawk
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Tools
Snap-on Line Wrench Set Metric: https://shop.snapon.com/product/Open-End-and-Flare-Nut%2C-mm/5-pc-6-Point-Metric-Open-End-Flare-Nut-Wrench-Set-(10-14-mm)/RXSM605B
Hood Prop (Brake Pedal Holder): https://www.jbtools.com/lisle-45900-hood-prop/
Bolt Biter Sockets: https://cms.gearwrench.com/page/boltbiter
Eastwood Rust Encapsulator: https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-rust-encapsulator-plus-pint.html
Eastwood Internal Frame Coating: https://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-internal-frame-coating-14oz-aerosol.html
Impact Driver: https://www.jbtools.com/lisle-29200-hand-impact-driver-set-with-3-8-drive-tool/
Drum Brake Tools: https://www.jbtools.com/atd-tools-5147-drum-brake-tool-set-7-pc/
Milwaukee 1/2†Impact: https://milwaukeetool.com/Products/Power-Tools/Fastening/Impact-Wrenches/2863-22
Parts
Differential Seals: 91206-PGJ-013
Stabilizer Bar Bushings: 52306-S3V-A00
Stabilizer Links: 52325-S3V-023
CV Boot Outer: 42018-S9V-A50
CV Boot Inner: 42017-S9V-010
Front Differential Bolt: 90161-S3V-A01
R Control Arm: 52371-S3V-A00
L Control Arm: 52372-S3V-A00
Dog bone Control Arms: 52345-S0X-A01
Adjustable Upper Control Arms: https://www.1aauto.com/honda-acura-rear-driver-or-passenger-side-upper-control-arm-with-ball-joint-trq-psa66656/i/1asru00069
Cam Bolt Kit: 06520-S0X-C00
Upper Spring Seat: 52686-S3V-023
Dampers (Shocks): 52610-S9V-A02
R Lower Control Arm: 52350-S9V-A00
L Lower Control Arm: 52372-S3V-A00
Subframe Bolts: 90160-S0X-A00
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2003 Honda Pilot Inspection This Thing Needs Help: https://youtu.be/11nl6FCkr-s
How To Remove Rotors and Drums the ‘Easy’ Way: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Po-WXqIKjHQ&t=1s
How To Remove Bolts Stuck in Bushings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37iB11GUIC4&t=6s
MOOG Sucks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwqhHXjJH24&t=3s
Parking Brake Shoe Replacement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGDLqCv01hQ&t=143s
CV Boot Replacement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-S-ofMoWsr0&t=185s
How To Remove Rusted or Damaged Fasteners: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EqNcBkLvptg&t=72s
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MY GOD! How much is the entire car worth??
@EricTheCarGuy Thanks for this nice video. At 14:38 of this video your pilot's rear brake caliper's cylinders looked rusty from inside. What amount of rust there would trigger your recommendation to address it (screw driver poking test?) or leave it as is?
Really nice to see the detail of where these 1st gen Pilots rust. As an owner of a West coast one with almost zero rust , it shows me where to rust proof.
Was this repair cost effective or are you just doing this for demo purposes?
I live in Mesa Arizona we get surface rust barely this is the place to come for rust free cars. I do love fabricating anything. I have a 2007 Honda pilot just did the front suspension. Luckily I didn’t have to fight rust.
There was just one teeny thing I needed to see here: The orientation of the rear muffler hanger. Mine broke off and I needed to see whether it was situated to the left or right of the plate it gets welded to. I was happy to see some clear images of this around the 4 minute mark. Thanks for the video.
Use a 12 mm boxed in wrench on the e brake cable to press down the retaining clips.
Just got a 2004 honda pilot and these videos are so helpful
What size bolts get used for that trick to get the rotor off of the hub?
Working on cars looks fun. A mechanic told me once he loved working on cars but doin it everyday for years ruined the fun for him so he quit. He still works on cars but for fun projects not as a job. I will bring tryig to replace my struts and shocks on a 2011 pilot.
How much would this job cost if I wanted to get this done
My rear wheel was bent inward and the bottom was rusted in the same spot now it's hard to find someone to do this job for a reasonable price
I continue to be fuly impressed with how much Eric knows & is willing to teach. I'm remain deeply grateful for that.
anyone have any contact for a shop that would do a total rebuild on. Honda Ridgeline?
Master tech here… good content… real work… not just a how to video… nothing is as easy as it seems… thsnks erick
You’d get a lot more mileage out of your sawzall blades if you lubricate them like you would a drill bit. A little squirt of the wd40 every few minutes keeps the teeth cool and they last a lot longer.
Had to do a full suspension replacement/rebuild on my mk2 focus st, on axle stands, on my driveway. Fun times when using the breaker bar and the elbow smashes off the driveway that's hard, that I broke a paving slab with my elbow 😳. Cried for days.
Extended periods of using the impact wrench with audio is pretty much disrespectful to your viewers
To avoid all of the brake fluid leaking out when disconnecting a line, I use various plastic caps that I have saved from parts purchased over the years. These caps have come from evap cores, fuel rails, master cylinders, calipers, etc. Just placing them over a bubble or inverted flair has done the trick. To cap off a banjo fitting, a short piece of vacuum hose of the proper diameter pushed into the hole where the Banjo bolt would go works great, no need to crush the line with vice grips.
Can worn rear control arms or bushings in RWD or AWD vehicles cause vibration at highway speed ? Or is control arm noise always a rattle over bumps?
I want to drop my rear suspension. The frame to body bolts are really tight. What is the max torque you would apply without heat. I tried 600 ft-lbs with battery impact wrench. I can hit +1000 ft-lbs with pneumatic set up. I am concerned about breaking the bolt.
Hi my bump stops on my 2004 pilot are unable to come off bolt just spins around if i cut it off how will i reinstall the new one
Eric
I want to replace one of those bolts (the 4 that hold the subframe to the body) if I pull it all the way out to replace IN YOUR OPINION will I be able to put the new one in without it mis—aligning?
I’m repairing the rusted frame ( u had a separate video) but I don’t have all the tools u have so I’m leaving it in place cutting out a piece cleaning it up …and then will use some 1/4 or 3/16 angle iron welded in place (notched out for the bolt.
that's how I learned to fix things…. by breaking things . Sound like me.😆