How to Replace a Timing Belt on a Honda V6 (step-by-step)

Depending on your exact year, model, and engine size, there may be slight variations in the disassembly and reassembly you see in this video. However, the core timing belt components and the way you set the timing and line up the marks are the same.

You can use this video as a guide to replace the timing belt on any of these cars:

Honda Accord
Honda Pilot
Honda Ridgeline
Honda Odyssey
Acura TL
Acura MDX
Acura RDX

You can use this video as a guide to replace the timing belt on any Honda j-series v6 engine (3.0 liter, 3.2 liter, 3.5 liter, and 3.7 liter)

Torque specs:

timing belt idler pulley 33 ft-lbs
timing belt tensioner pulley 19 ft-lbs
timing belt tensioner 8.7 ft-lbs
crankshaft pulley 47 ft-lbs plus 60 degrees
timing cover bolts 8.7 ft-lbs
Upper motor mount bracket (with three bolts that go through water pump) 33 ft-lbs
Water pump 10mm bolts 8.7 ft-lbs


Below are links to some of the tools used in this video:

Ratcheting wrench set
https://www.harborfreight.com/extra-l...

EPAuto Spill Proof Radiator... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01I40ZQWE?...

Lisle 77080 19 mm Harmonic Balancer Socket for Honda, Factory https://a.co/d/1X073za

Performance Tool W89208 Cam... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002KSEJ6Q?...

I haven’t used this one personally, but you’ll need a tool like this if you’re doing the job without air tools:
ABN Harmonic Damper Crankshaft Crank Pulley 50mm Socket – Wrench Holding Tool for Honda & Acura Remover & Installer https://a.co/d/ajJElkN