Honda Pilot 2003-2005 3.5L Auto Transmission Mount Kit

First-generation Pilots and the 2001-2002 MDX share the 3.5L V6 and a five-speed automatic that is already known for a hard 2-3 and a clunk into gear. Worn mounts make that much worse. A collapsed rear mount lets the engine rock back on acceleration, and a torn transmission mount shows up as a thud when you shift from park into drive or reverse and a shudder at stop lights.

This three-piece kit includes the front engine mount, the rear engine mount, and the rear automatic transmission mount with its mounting bracket. It fits the 2003-2005 Honda Pilot 3.5L V6 and the 2001-2002 Acura MDX 3.5L V6 with the automatic transmission. Cross references include A4519, A4523, A6579, EM8986, EM9300, EM9441 and Honda 50800-S0K-A82, 50800-S3V-A03, 50810-S3V-A01, 50806-S3V-A01.

Before blaming the transmission for a harsh engagement, check the mounts. With the brake held and a helper watching, shift between drive and reverse at idle. A big rock of the engine, split rubber, or a rear mount that has dropped onto its stop means they need replacing. Support the engine and transmission from below and do one mount at a time.