| rphil3 |
Just changed my oil for the first time in my new Pilot via one of those Quick Oil Change places.
Guy said my oil was low "...might have been a screw up at the factory."
My oil life indicator is not reset and my check engine light pops on.
Anything to be concerned about do you think?
Check engine light wasn't on prior to the oil change. |
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| Bimmer |
Congratulations on your 08 Pilot.
I hate those quick oil change places. You have to becareful they don't always change the filter, check the oil filter and see if it still has a honda filter. These quick oil are always trying to sell you a new trans or engine over haul.
It's cheaper to have a Honda dealer change it and they have record of it.
Just my opinion. |
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| Shindig78 |
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Originally posted by rphil3
Just changed my oil for the first time in my new Pilot via one of those Quick Oil Change places.
Guy said my oil was low "...might have been a screw up at the factory."
My oil life indicator is not reset and my check engine light pops on.
Anything to be concerned about do you think?
Check engine light wasn't on prior to the oil change.
Did you notice anything while driving your Pilot before the first oil change that would lead you to believe that there was a problem with the oil?
If it were me, I would reset the Maintenance Miner myself -- I believe there are instructions in the owner's manual, or a post here on HP.org. Also, if it were my Pilot, I would be concerned about the check engine light. It may or may not be related to the oil change, but I would definitely have it checked out by the dealership.
Personally, I stopped going to those quick lube places after watching this video:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wiCAJ8ULnaI
I took my '08 Pilot to the dealer for its first two services so far, and they've done a great job. Of course I researched the dealership first, and spoke to several current and former customers about them before giving them a shot to earn my trust. |
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| rphil3 |
I'll do the reset of the Maintenance Minder - didn't realize that could be done.
And, I agree, I'm not a fan of the Quick Change oil places - the dealership is about an hour away so being pressed for time I took the easy way out.
Thanks for the feedback! |
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| Bowzer |
OLI is down to 30% and we're at almost 6k miles. I won't be able to hold out much longer before getting the oil changed...it's already killing me and my old habits of changing oil between 3-4k intervals. I plan on going to the dealer with synthetic (Mobil 1) in hand for the switch.
Another mpg observation: So far, heavy city driving has dropped as low as 16 mpg and the last 2 tanks with a 1100 mile trip averaged 20.9 mpg. Seem to be right on target. :cool: |
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| macphanatic |
| Get a Fumoto valve with the nipple to replace the oil pan drain plug and do the change yourself. The first go is the pain. After that, put a 3/8 inch hose on the Fumoto valve, open the quarter turn valve and drain into a container. Put a Ziploc bag over the filter before unscrewing. Little to no mess. Takes less time than going to the dealer. |
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| Bowzer |
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Originally posted by macphanatic
Get a Fumoto valve with the nipple to replace the oil pan drain plug and do the change yourself. The first go is the pain. After that, put a 3/8 inch hose on the Fumoto valve, open the quarter turn valve and drain into a container. Put a Ziploc bag over the filter before unscrewing. Little to no mess. Takes less time than going to the dealer.
Interesting you mention the Fumoto valve...looked at one the other day. I used to do the routine stuff the old fashioned ways when I was single and had time. Your description makes it look like it's a clean and fast job. Appreciate the feedback.
Anyone ever heard of Honda balking at self maintenance for any warranty work down the line? |
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| macphanatic |
| Honda can't balk at self maintenance. Just document it in the service book. Check the items completed and sign. |
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| Roger |
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Originally posted by macphanatic
Get a Fumoto valve with the nipple to replace the oil pan drain plug and do the change yourself. The first go is the pain. After that, put a 3/8 inch hose on the Fumoto valve, open the quarter turn valve and drain into a container. Put a Ziploc bag over the filter before unscrewing. Little to no mess. Takes less time than going to the dealer.
Hey, that plastic bag over the filter idea is a great one. Some things are just so obvious you never think of them! I always drive a nail into the bottom of the filter to drain it and it still makes a mess.
I'll have to try that idea next change.
Thanks! |
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