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What size is the drain plug on a 2006 Honda Pilot?

The drain plug on a 2006 Honda Pilot has a size of 17mm. This is the standard size used for the oil drain plug on this model of Honda SUV.


Detailed Information on the 2006 Honda Pilot Drain Plug


The 2006 Honda Pilot is a mid-size SUV that was produced by Honda. Like most vehicles, it has an oil drain plug located at the bottom of the oil pan, which allows the engine oil to be drained during routine maintenance and oil changes.


The drain plug on the 2006 Honda Pilot has a size of 17mm. This is a common size used across many Honda and Acura models from that era. The 17mm size allows for a secure fit and easy removal of the drain plug when changing the oil.


Importance of Knowing the Drain Plug Size


Knowing the correct drain plug size is important for a few reasons:



  • Proper Fit: Using the right size drain plug ensures a tight seal to prevent leaks and oil spills.

  • Ease of Removal: The 17mm size is a standard socket that most mechanics and DIY enthusiasts will have, making oil changes quicker and easier.

  • Avoiding Damage: Using the wrong size plug could strip the threads in the oil pan, leading to costly repairs.


Properly maintaining the oil in a 2006 Honda Pilot, including regularly changing the oil and using the correct drain plug size, is essential for the long-term health and performance of the vehicle's engine.

What size is my drain plug?


Measure the width of the plug at the widest part of the threads. If your plug measures 12mm you will need to start looking at plugs in the size range of “M12 x 1.25 to M12 x 1.75″. The “M12” refers to the diameter you measure from the widest part of the threads on your OEM sump plug.



What size socket for Honda drain plug?


Oil drain pan opening is a 14mm diameter opening. Oil drain plug is an M14, this takes thread count and "pitch" (the "aggressiveness" of the the angle of the threads) into account. The "head" of the oil drain plug is 17mm. So to remove/install the engine oil drain plug, you will need a 17mm socket or wrench.



What size is the transfer case drain plug?


The transmission and transfer case drain plugs are both 24 mm (just did it recently). Luckily, that was the largest socket size I had. BTW, if you want to do the rear diff fluids, the drain plugs are actually a 10 mm hex (or allen key style), which most people probably don't have.



What size socket to remove drain plug?


Place a 3/8-inch (0.9 centimeters) socket in the socket wrench, fit it over the drain plug's nut and turn it counterclockwise. The oil drain plug should open easily, draining the used oil from the engine. Make sure to place a bucket and some newspaper under the car's engine to catch all the draining oil.



What size is the oil drain plug on a 2006 Honda Pilot?


No need; drive it on some good height ramps, grab a 17mm socket and ratchet (or a 17mm wrench) and drain your oil from the oil pan (towards your front right wheel).



What is equivalent to a 17mm socket?


17mm = 0.67 inches (approximate)



Are all Honda drain plugs the same size?


14 mm. It is the same as on all the Hondas and Acuras.



How many quarts of oil does a 2006 Honda Pilot take?


Capacity: 4.5 quarts (with filter). After refill check oil level.



What size is the oil drain plug washer on a Honda?


For the engine oil, it's a “14mm aluminum flat crush washer.” I have a pile of them that measure ID 14.5mm, OD 22mm, height 1.8mm. OD of 20-24mm should be fine, and height of 1.2-2.5mm should be fine.



What size do I need for oil drain plug?


What size wrench to use for an oil drain plug depends on the size of the oil drain plug itself, which is a long bolt head. There is no universal oil plug size, but they do come in just a few several standard sizes, such as ¼ inch (. 6 centimeters), 3/8 inch (. 9 centimeters), ½ inch (1.3 centimeters), etc.


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