Honda: Earth Dreams 3.5 GDI Replacing Fuel Injectors

In this video I bring you along as I swap out the GDI fuel injectors on a 2017 Honda Pilot that has some serious fuel trim issues. It has been setting rich codes for both banks as well as imbalance codes. The customer is finally ready to fix it so let's get after it. -Enjoy!

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[larrycroft]

Eric O you are not only one of the most knowledgeable Master Mechanic/Technicians in America but more importantly one of the best dads too - as evidenced by you & Mrs O's extremely intelligent well behaved & personable children!! Y'all are doing it all the right way Brother. Plus you have a mega successful family oriented you tube channel. I know it takes sacrifice on both of your's parts to produce these videos - and i sure appreciate what i have learned & how i have been inspired over the years. Thank you.

[malware_in_tn]

We’re so used to being entertained by Eric that sometimes I think we forget how useful these can be for folks looking for a DIY video. To that end, thanks for FF’ing through the bolt removals.

[ericcherveny]

We do several of these a week at the Honda dealer... p219A or p219B code is the dead give away. They sell them as a kit with new injectors, fuel pipe, and gaskets. Absolute gravy job!! 🤤🤤

[JPAutoService]

I love when service data says "remove and discard". I did a steering rack on a Traverse yesterday and service data says to discard the gigantic subframe bolts, after 1 use they are ruined. Funny thing is, no dealers stock the bolts and we all know every single traverse has had the subframe bolts removed to do timing chains.

[dakotablackburn]

As a Honda tech whos done this same exact job mucho amount of times, I gotta say you kicked ass and i loved this video.
As i watched i wanted to give you some tips, my trick to remove that upper intake is loosen those 3 ten mils on the computer, as opposed to popping off the cover, gives u just that little amount of clearance, trust me u can get a wrench in there between that bracket. Also, no need to try an unplug the injectors before you yank the fuel rail off, or unplug the high pressure pump. and YES honda does want you to replace that joint pipe in conjunction, if the jobs under warranty the parts kit will come with a new pipe, however when im doing it customer pay, all the customer usually buys is just the injectors. Your the first ive ever seen install them into the rail them slip that as an assembly back into the head, hell i might try that myself next time. i usually silicone s[ray the outside of the injectors, slip them into the head, grease that o ring on the outside of them, and then install the pipe on top of them.
Nice job

[oldman]

Don’t know about the rest of you but these are the kind of videos I love to watch. 45 minutes to an hour of actual wrenching. That’s why I also follow Make it Kustom. Keep ‘‘em coming Eric.

[robpeabo]

Honda made the Injector replacement on that engine pain free. Thanks for showing us Eric.

[I-watch-at-x]

My favorite part is when you "test" us. Also, much appreciated that you don't make us watch you install every single bolt, but you do make sure to mention steps you take! That makes for a better experience and video!

[nosefirst]

Ahh, my South Main "fix" is complete and I can continue with my day - Thanks Eric O!

[ryanhunter]

HONDA's spring retention as you seat the rail is brilliant. The fact we think it's brilliant engineering means there's room to improve.

[RICKSTER]

Hello Eric, You have skills for sure, humor, cool comments, exceptional flashlight handling skills, and also you know your way around a 3.5L Honda EarthDreams engine. A great Honda dealership (Gary Smith Honda) is performing a replacement of all fuel injectors on their dime due to a TSB. I am a lucky guy and hope it goes well cuz I like the Ridgeline truck a bunch. Thank you for your video because it provides me with what is going to be done to my engine. Take care Eric...bye.

[tomrude]

When putting an intake back on blind holes I place a drinking straw over the stud to help locate the position. Works for me.

[NitroxSkaterxChannel]

Honda tech here. We do these all the time. There are warranty extensions/bulletins for these. It happens on the 1.5T accord and CR-V as well. Any misfire code or rich code. Check ST fuel trim. If it’s rich - Injectors! Very rarely it can also end up as a lean condition but I’ve only seen it maybe 2 times.

[kimberg]

Eric you make it seem like anyone can learn from your wisdom! I can say i have learned and tried alot of different fixes on my car, its great to hear you explain and show even the small stuff. I appreciate your videos and your time that it takes to do them, i know i speak for alot of people with that comment. Keep doing you and we all learn a thing or two, maybe even some new words...lol thanks again and tell Mrs O happy Mother's day for me. Love ya'll from AZ ❤👍😁👏🌞

[doubleaaaron]

I remember the criss cross band. This kid at school sang one of their songs during a singing contest in middle school. He did pretty well actually.

[arvindsingh-qprg]

Thanks Mr O for taking the time to do what you do, sure makes my day . only the best for the best

[jorgefernandez-mvhu]

Thanks for showing us how to do it right and your running commentary that is both entertaining and informative at the same time. You and the family have a great day!

[Sojourning_]

woke up at 5:30 am this morning, west coast time: have my coffee and I am watching this video. good job boss-good morning Mrs. O and the LORD bless you and yours... amen.

[andrianmonk]

Nice job, Eric. This is a classic SMA video - diagnosis and then taking us along on the repair. Only thing missing were the sections where you used classic Profane English (the only version I know) to get the true feel of working on today's overly complicated vehicles.

[deweycheatem]

"I've been wrong before" truer words seldom spoken ! Good one Eric.