The 2009 Honda Pilot has two fuse boxes: an under-hood fuse/relay box in the engine compartment and an interior fuse box behind the glove box on the passenger side dash.
Engine compartment fuse box (under the hood)
Location and access
The under-hood fuse box is located in the engine bay on the driver’s side. It sits near the strut tower and is covered by a removable lid labeled FUSES/RELAY. Open the hood, lift the lid, and you’ll see a fuse diagram printed on the inside of the cover that identifies each fuse’s function.
What follows is a quick checklist to locate and inspect fuses in the engine bay.
- Open the hood and locate the fuse/relay box on the driver’s side of the engine bay.
- Unlatch and lift the lid to reveal the fuse chart and individual fuses.
- Use the built-in fuse puller (or small pliers) to remove a suspect fuse for inspection.
- Check for a blown fuse by looking for a broken filament or using a continuity test.
- Replace with a fuse of the same amperage rating, then snap the lid back in place and close the hood.
In the engine compartment, this fuse box handles power for major engine and vehicle systems, including ignition, fuel, and certain Electronic Control Modules, making it the primary source for many critical circuits.
Interior fuse box (behind the glove box)
Location and access
The interior fuse box is located inside the vehicle on the passenger side, behind the glove box on the dash. Access typically requires opening or lowering the glove box and removing a panel or cover to reveal the fuse bank. The fuse diagram is usually printed on the cover or inside the panel.
Instructions for inspecting interior fuses are as follows:
- Open the glove box and release any side dampers or panels to access the fuse panel behind it.
- Remove the cover to expose the interior fuse bank and the corresponding diagram.
- Inspect fuses visually or with a multimeter; replace any blown fuses with the correct amperage rating.
- Reinstall the fuse panel cover and reassemble the glove box area.
- Keep a note of any fuses you replaced for future reference.
The interior fuse box protects cabin electronics and secondary systems such as lighting, infotainment, HVAC controls, and other non-engine components. Its fuses are essential for preventing electrical overloads in the vehicle’s interior circuits.
Summary
For a 2009 Honda Pilot, locate two fuse boxes: a primary under-hood box in the engine compartment and a secondary interior box behind the glove box on the passenger side. Refer to the diagrams on each box cover for exact fuse assignments and amperage ratings. If you’re unsure or the dash fuse panel doesn’t match these descriptions, consult the owner’s manual or a trusted mechanic for model-year-specific guidance.