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Sharp eye, I missed that! Interesting karma there for sure! 😵

What was the condition when you ran the scan? I would imagine that status being fluid depending on circumstances. I would think a static condition scan would read open, but that's just speculation on my part. Looks like another trip to the dealer may be in order, assuming you're still under...

Even more amazing....these same guys pull a TRX out of a canyon (fell off a cliff). I wouldn't have believed they could do it had I not just watched it...incredible!

Is this your perception, or data-based? If factual, please share your source.

A timing belt is part of the engine design, and has nothing to do with the type of vehicle the engine is applied to. All the Honda V6 designs use a belt, with a service life of 100K miles before replacement. The ZF9AT was a hot mess when it first went into Honda products in 2016, mostly tuning...

Very true, premature timing belt failures on the 3.5 are virtually unheard of. Yes, it's a costly maintenance service at 100K (if you don't do it yourself), but likely the only major issue you'll have to deal with, the 3.5 is a solid, proven performer. We have a '21 Pilot coming up on 100K, and...

No, both should be about half quart each. Very small capacities, thus the advantage of changing more often.

Yep. I use just a dab of liquid gasket to insure a good seal without over-tightening. (PS> I found Rock Auto to be the cheapest source for the OEM Motorcraft oil)

No debate, they are different oils (and part no's) & different weights....the RDU is indeed straight 75w.

Sounds like a good story! I've vacuum-bled many drum systems with no issues.

I'm still shocked none of the other OEM's have yet made an entry into this growing segment (compact pickup)..... :crazy: (<---- new emoties!)

Would that be a Gold Wing?

My 30K lifetime (including winter, but not towing) average is right at 30mpg, with 4K & FX4. A FWD EB Mav is very capable of a mid/high 30's average, especially in a flat warm climate state, like FL.

That's the beauty of a vacuum bleeder......as long as the reservoir is topped up as you go, it's really goof-proof. I start off by sucking out the reservoir just to the point of NOT going below the line connections, then refill with fresh fluid, and start bleeding at the brake farthest away...

For a very specific (speed/wind/grade/etc..) 15 mile sample, that number is very possible, but pretty meaningless as an overall average. Mid to upper 30's is your best case Mav EB average.

Just FYI, with a vacuum bleeder like this (it's what I use), brake fluid changes are also quick & easy. I do all my vehicles every 2 years, regardless of miles.

Without knowing what exactly they are going to do, why would you agree to anything? Sounds like a rip off on the surface.

lol....back in the day, we used call that a tent! (Nice job OP, safe travels with your new rig!)

Sunset in SE Ohio hill country.

What kind of aero testing did you do to ensure adequate air flow to the PTU? Can you share the results? That is very different from general "ventilation".