Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
I’ve conducted an experiment with Honda’s VCM systems over several months and in this video you get to see the results that answer the question, “Does Honda's VCM system kill engines?”. You might be surprised at those results, or you might not. Watch the video and let me know in the comments.
Thank you for watching!
VCM Tuner II (affiliate link): https://www.vcmtuner.com?sca_ref=10635045.9c6zSvj1bdgEbDg
Honda SB 13-081: techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/web/A13-081.pdf (includes part numbers)
Honda SB 20-023 (oil leak): static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2020/MC-10172366-0001.pdf
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The Honda VCM Experiment: youtu.be/sPDggLaeJ18
Will the VCM Tuner II Save Your Honda V6?: youtu.be/P8Ej_5dhTFw
Do I Need an Engine and What Are My Choices if I Do?: youtu.be/Ej4UYPYv04Q
Honda J Series V6 Tear Down and Inspection What Went Wrong?: youtu.be/Y0-0UtccE-g
2012 Honda Pilot Engine Assembly: youtu.be/lbHVvFVU-Eg
Honda J Series Oil Leak: What You Need To Know: youtu.be/tp-I2ucIpYU
The ONLY Fix for the Honda J Series Spool Valve Oil Leak: youtu.be/nR63V-kvQHE
J Series Oil Pump Reseal: youtu.be/TYVBOy_6vpc
2011-2017 Honda Odyssey (J35) Valve Adjustment and Oil Leak Fix: youtu.be/QRMzxm4jll4
2005 Honda Odyssey The VCM Repair: youtube.com/watch?v=qW_lDzXx2hA&t=1s
How To Perform a Compression Test: youtube.com/watch?v=X_tbksFYhl4&t=254s
Why People Hate Hondas VCM System: youtube.com/watch?v=3dLwRqxSdDc&t=7s
How To Reseal a Leaking Honda Power Steering Pump: youtu.be/fVuEnEHsHBg
First Time Using an Ultrasonic Cleaner: youtu.be/dQm2125i8bU
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I’ve conducted an experiment with Honda’s VCM systems over several months and in this video you get to see the results that answer the question, “Does Honda's VCM system kill engines?”. You might be surprised at those results, or you might not. Watch the video and let me know in the comments.
Thank you for watching!
VCM Tuner II (affiliate link): https://www.vcmtuner.com?sca_ref=10635045.9c6zSvj1bdgEbDg
Honda SB 13-081: techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/web/A13-081.pdf (includes part numbers)
Honda SB 20-023 (oil leak): static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2020/MC-10172366-0001.pdf
Check out my other YouTube channel ETCG1: youtube.com/@ETCG1?sub_conformation=1
ETCG Amazon Store: amzn.to/3OMlQ9m
My Patreon Account: patreon.com/EricTheCarGuy
The best place for answers to your automotive questions: ericthecarguy.com
EricTheCarGuy FAQ Page: ericthecarguy.com/faq
Tools (some are affiliate links)
Compression Tester: amzn.to/4qwtMvp
Remote Start Switch: amzn.to/4dsU6nq
Related Videos
The Honda VCM Experiment: youtu.be/sPDggLaeJ18
Will the VCM Tuner II Save Your Honda V6?: youtu.be/P8Ej_5dhTFw
Do I Need an Engine and What Are My Choices if I Do?: youtu.be/Ej4UYPYv04Q
Honda J Series V6 Tear Down and Inspection What Went Wrong?: youtu.be/Y0-0UtccE-g
2012 Honda Pilot Engine Assembly: youtu.be/lbHVvFVU-Eg
Honda J Series Oil Leak: What You Need To Know: youtu.be/tp-I2ucIpYU
The ONLY Fix for the Honda J Series Spool Valve Oil Leak: youtu.be/nR63V-kvQHE
J Series Oil Pump Reseal: youtu.be/TYVBOy_6vpc
2011-2017 Honda Odyssey (J35) Valve Adjustment and Oil Leak Fix: youtu.be/QRMzxm4jll4
2005 Honda Odyssey The VCM Repair: youtube.com/watch?v=qW_lDzXx2hA&t=1s
How To Perform a Compression Test: youtube.com/watch?v=X_tbksFYhl4&t=254s
Why People Hate Hondas VCM System: youtube.com/watch?v=3dLwRqxSdDc&t=7s
How To Reseal a Leaking Honda Power Steering Pump: youtu.be/fVuEnEHsHBg
First Time Using an Ultrasonic Cleaner: youtu.be/dQm2125i8bU
**Answers to your automotive questions found here: ericthecarguy.com/faq
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Stay Dirty
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Due to factors beyond the control of EricTheCarGuy, it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. EricTheCarGuy assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. EricTheCarGuy recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of EricTheCarGuy, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not EricTheCarGuy®.
