2005 Honda Pilot EXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Engine Electrical

ENGINE ELECTRICAL STANDARDS AND SERVICE LIMITS

Item Measurement Qualification Standard or New Service Limit
Ignition coil Rated voltage   12V
Firing order   1-4-2-5-3-6
Spark plug Type   NGK: IZFR5K-11
DENSO: SKJ16DR-M11
Gap   1.0-1.1 mm (0.039-0.043 in.) -
Ignition timing At idle
Check the red  mark		 In N or P position 10+/-2° BTDC
Drive belt Tension   Auto tensioner
Alternator Output At 13.5 V and normal engine temperature 130 A
Coil (rotor) resistance At 68°F (20°C) 2.3-2.7 kΩ
Slip ring O.D.   14.2-14.4 mm (0.56-0.57 in.) 13.8 mm (0.54 in.)
Brush length   10.5 mm (0.41 in.) 1.5 mm (0.06 in.)
Brush spring tension   2.94-3.53 N (0.30-0.36 kgf, 0.66-0.79 lbf)
Starter Output   1.6 kW
Commutator mica depth   0.4-0.5 mm (0.016-0.020 in.) 0.15 mm (0.006 in.)
Commutator runout   0.02 mm (0.001 in.) max. 0.05 mm (0.002 in.)
Commutator O.D.   28.0-28.1 mm (1.102-1.106 in.) 27.5 mm (1.083 in.)
Brush length   15.8-16.2 mm (0.62-0.64 in.) 11.0 mm (0.43 in.)
Brush spring tension (new)   15.7-17.7 N (1.60-1.80 kgf, 3.53-3.97 lbf)
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.