My ridgeline is slowly transforming into a Pilot... C'mon Honda why do Pilots get all the accessories? I know you want me to buy running boards but not everyone wants those.
I wasn't interested in installing running boards, but did like the idea of the lights they come with. I noticed that the Pilot accessories list just the welcome lights. The instruction's list only the Pilot and Passport. I took a gamble and ordered up the kit. It installs just like the instructions, no need to modify anything on the truck.
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*Update 4/16/21 : Many users of this kit, myself included have had issues with the LED modules failing. Please make sure you read the entire post before deciding you want to use these lights. I'm still happy with the mod, but it definitely has reliability issues.
Kit is pretty basic, 3 lights, hardware, and a harness for each side.
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The plastic under pieces on the sides have the spots marked for where to cut to install running boards, these also work for the lights. Easily trimmed with a razor knife. Lights install in pre tapped holes using supplied bolts.
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There are 3 "A" lights and 3 "B" lights. The instructions for the Pilot say to install ABA on the driver and BAB on the passenger. When I did this the center lights was totally misaligned. I installed AAA on the driver and BBB on the passenger and things looked like they should.
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The wiring runs down the plastic attaching with zip ties. You remove a grommet under the carpet where the floor mat is, and the wiring feeds though, with a new grommet.
Passenger side is visible, Drivers side you need to remove a few pieces of hardware to get inside the plastic shield.
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With the kick panels and door sills removed only one clip needs removed to lift up the carpet.
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New wiring then routes over to the factory wiring under the sills and up to the dash, where there is an unused connector waiting on each side.
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Lights come on anytime the dome light is on, door opened or unlocked with the fob. They light up a pretty large portion of the floor too.
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I wasn't interested in installing running boards, but did like the idea of the lights they come with. I noticed that the Pilot accessories list just the welcome lights. The instruction's list only the Pilot and Passport. I took a gamble and ordered up the kit. It installs just like the instructions, no need to modify anything on the truck.
Honda Side Welcome Light (Passport, Pilot)
The Honda Side Welcome Light illuminates when your Passport or Pilot is unlocked with key fob or door is opened to provide a luxurious, upscale appearance
www.bernardiparts.com
*Update 4/16/21 : Many users of this kit, myself included have had issues with the LED modules failing. Please make sure you read the entire post before deciding you want to use these lights. I'm still happy with the mod, but it definitely has reliability issues.
Kit is pretty basic, 3 lights, hardware, and a harness for each side.
The plastic under pieces on the sides have the spots marked for where to cut to install running boards, these also work for the lights. Easily trimmed with a razor knife. Lights install in pre tapped holes using supplied bolts.
There are 3 "A" lights and 3 "B" lights. The instructions for the Pilot say to install ABA on the driver and BAB on the passenger. When I did this the center lights was totally misaligned. I installed AAA on the driver and BBB on the passenger and things looked like they should.
The wiring runs down the plastic attaching with zip ties. You remove a grommet under the carpet where the floor mat is, and the wiring feeds though, with a new grommet.
Passenger side is visible, Drivers side you need to remove a few pieces of hardware to get inside the plastic shield.
With the kick panels and door sills removed only one clip needs removed to lift up the carpet.
New wiring then routes over to the factory wiring under the sills and up to the dash, where there is an unused connector waiting on each side.
Lights come on anytime the dome light is on, door opened or unlocked with the fob. They light up a pretty large portion of the floor too.
