2016-2024 Honda Pilot Engine Rebuild Torque Specs

3.5L V6

Applies to 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Honda Pilot

Labor Time:28.7 hours

Torque Values (50 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Balance Shaft Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Balance Shaft Bolts	25	18	—
Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence, 3 passes
⚠️ Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence, 3 passes
⚠️ Camshaft Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
Camshaft Cap Bolts	14	10	Tighten in sequence from center outward, multiple passes
Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
⚠️ Connecting Rod Bolts	45	33	TTY - critical torque plus angle
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
Cover Bolts	19	14	—
Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
⚠️ Crankshaft Pulley Bolt	180	133	Often TTY - check spec, may require impact
⚠️ Cylinder Head Bolts	65	48	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Cylinder Head Bolts	65	48	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Electrical Connector Bolts	8	6	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	8	6	—
⚠️ Exhaust Manifold Nuts	30	22	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
Exhaust Manifold Nuts	30	22	Apply anti-seize, work hot-to-cold
Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	23	17	—
Gasket Bolts	23	17	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	23	17	Clean mating surfaces
Gasket Surface Bolts	23	17	Clean mating surfaces
Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
⚠️ Main Bearing Cap Bolts	75	55	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
Main Bearing Cap Bolts	75	55	TTY - tighten in sequence plus angle
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	54	40	—
Mounting Bolts	54	40	—
Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Oil Drain Plug	35	26	Use new crush washer
⚠️ Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in sequence
Oil Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in sequence
Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Oil Pump Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Oil Pump Pickup Tube	12	9	—
Oil Pump Pickup Tube	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	12	9	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	12	9	—
⚠️ Timing Chain Guide Bolts	12	9	Replace if worn
Timing Chain Guide Bolts	12	9	Replace if worn
Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	25	18	Install with pin/clip to compress
⚠️ Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt	25	18	Install with pin/clip to compress
⚠️ Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm	25	18	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence

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Common Questions

What is the torque spec for engine rebuild on a 2016-2024 Honda Pilot?

The primary torque specification for engine rebuild on a 2016-2024 Honda Pilot is 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

How many torque specs are there for Honda Pilot engine rebuild?

There are 50 torque specifications for engine rebuild on the 2016-2024 Honda Pilot 3.5L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.