2012–2015 Honda Pilot Fluid Types and Capacities

Which Honda Pilot model years does this cover?

These fluids specifications apply to every Honda Pilot built from 2012 through 2015 — the 2nd generation (YF3/YF4), 3-row mid-size suv (fwd or vtm-4 4wd). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.

What changed during the 2012–2015 Honda Pilot

• 2012Mid-cycle facelift year for this generation: revised front/rear styling, J35Z4 V6 carries over
• 2013Bluetooth HandsFreeLink, a USB port, a new 8-in i-MID display, backup camera, and tri-zone automatic climate control become standard across the lineup
• 2014Unchanged from 2013
• 2015Final year of the 2nd generation before the all-new 2016 redesign

What transmission fluid does a 2012–2015 Honda Pilot take?

5-speed automatic: Honda ATF DW-1 only. Do not substitute generic Dexron/Mercon ATF. Drain-and-fill takes ~3–3.5 qt; do 2–3 sequential drain/fills for a fuller exchange.. Transmission fluid specifications are not interchangeable. Friction modifiers differ between them, and the wrong fluid causes shudder long before it causes failure.

What coolant does a 2012–2015 Honda Pilot use?

Honda Long Life Type 2 coolant (blue, pre-mixed). First change per Maintenance Minder code 5 (~10 yr/100k mi), then ~5 yr/60k..

What brake fluid does a 2012–2015 Honda Pilot take?

DOT 3 brake fluid (Honda recommends replacement every 3 years).

What differential fluid does a 2012–2015 Honda Pilot take?

VTM-4 4WD models: Honda VTM-4/Dual Pump rear differential fluid, Maintenance Minder code 6 (~15,000–30,000 mi).