Rebuilt Honda Passport Engine for Sale - Save Up to 60% with 12m Warranty
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Honda Passport Specialists
Expert Solutions for Every Passport - Base Engine to Performance Variant
Need a reliable replacement engine for your Honda Passport?
Engine Finders is the UK's #1 marketplace for high-quality Honda engines.
- ✔ Full Passport Engine Range - All J35 & K24 Petrol Variants Across Generations
- ✔ Series-Wide Calibration - Correct ECU Mapping for Every Passport Chassis
- ✔ Passport Pricing Advantage - Save vs Dealer Costs on Common Engine Repairs
Honda Passport Replacement Engines Options - Verified Units (UK Supply)
All engines bench-tested, VAT-inclusive, with 12-month warranty. MoT-compliant. Nationwide delivery. Direct OEM fitment for YF2/YF3.
Includes updated VCM components to address common failure points.
Fully stripped and rebuilt to factory specs with updated parts.
Thoroughly inspected with VTEC and VCM systems verified.
Direct swap engines with Honda ECU compatibility.
Cleaned, tested, and performance-tuned with fresh timing belt.
Affordable options with verified mileage and VCM system check.
Honda Passport Compatible Engine Codes & Average Prices on Rebuilt Units
All engines professionally reconditioned, bench-tested, and supplied with 12-month warranty. Direct OEM fitment. VAT-inclusive. Nationwide UK delivery.
Why Choose Engine Finders for Your Honda Passport Engine?
Engine Finders connects UK drivers with vetted specialists for reliable, reconditioned Honda Passport replacement engines. From the J32A2 and J35A4 of early models to the J35Z8, J35Y5, and updated J35Y6-J35Y8 V6 units across the YK1 generation (2003-2025), we address series-wide failure points like VCM-related oil consumption, timing belt/chain wear, and oil dilution affecting all Passport trims - from EX and SE to Touring, TrailSport, and Elite.
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✔ Passport-Wide VCM Oil Consumption Fix
All J35Y-series engines (2019-2025) across EX-L, Touring, and TrailSport trims suffer VCM-induced oil consumption due to ring land wear. We install updated piston rings (OEM 13010-RB0-A01) and disable VCM via ECU remap where requested - solving the issue at its root across the entire YK1 Passport series.
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✔ Timing System Integrity Across Generations
Early Passports (2003-2007) use timing belts (J32A2/J35A4), while 2008+ V6 models use chains (J35A8/J35Z8). We replace belt-driven units with OEM kits (14400-P8A-A01) and chain models with updated tensioners (14521-RB0-A01) - ensuring reliability across all chassis variants from YK1 predecessors to current models.
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✔ Oil Dilution Mitigation in Direct-Injection V6s
Short-trip driving causes fuel dilution in J35Y5-J35Y8 engines (2019-2025). Our rebuilds include upgraded PCV valves (17110-5A0-A01) and revised crankcase ventilation routing - addressing a known series-wide issue reported across EX-L through Elite trims by Honda Technical Service Bulletin TSB-21-089.
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✔ Unified Cooling System Overhaul
All YK1-generation Passports (2019-2025) share the same water pump (19200-5A0-A01) and thermostat housing prone to cracking. We replace both with OEM-spec components during every J35Y-series rebuild - preventing coolant leaks common across Sport, TrailSport, and Elite variants alike.
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✔ Direct OEM Fitment Across All Trims
Whether your Passport is an early 2004 EX or a 2025 TrailSport, our engines use factory mounting points, harness connectors, and accessory brackets. No adapters needed - thanks to Honda’s consistent YK1 and predecessor architecture across all body styles and power levels.
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✔ Series-Specific ECU Compatibility Assurance
We verify compatibility between rebuilt engines and Passport ECUs using Honda’s HDS software - ensuring seamless communication for all variants (2003-2025). Each unit ships matched to your VIN’s calibration, avoiding limp mode or DTCs across EX, Touring, and Elite trims.
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✔ UK-Sourced Rebuilds with Full Passport Coverage
Every engine is rebuilt in the UK by Honda-certified specialists using OEM-spec parts. From J32A2 (2003-2005) to J35Y7 (2024-2025), we stock or source within 72 hours - covering every Passport variant ever sold in the UK without importing untested cores.
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✔ 12-Month Warranty Valid Across Full Series
Our 12-month, unlimited-mileage warranty applies equally to all Passport engine codes - J32A2 through J35Y8. Unlike generic suppliers, we honour claims for VCM, timing, and oil system failures because our rebuilds proactively resolve known series-wide Honda design limitations.
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Honda Passport Engines for Sale | Engine Finders
Engine Finders connects UK drivers with specialists for reliable, reconditioned Honda Passport replacement engines. Whether battling J35Z V6 oil consumption across all generations or timing belt failures in pre-2019 models, we provide direct OEM-spec solutions.
Honda Passport Replacement Engines
The Honda Passport spans three generations: first-gen (1994-2002) with C32A/C35A V6 engines, second-gen (2003-2008) sharing the J35A7 with the Pilot, and third-gen (2019-present) using the J35Z1/J35Z8. Across all generations, the J35-family V6s exhibit shared flaws: excessive oil consumption due to piston ring design (TSB 13-045), timing belt tensioner wear in pre-2019 models, and variable cylinder management (VCM) system failures causing misfires regardless of trim. Honda Service Bulletin 17-084 confirms J35Z VCM solenoid recalls affected all Passport/Pilot/Ridgeline applications identically due to common powertrain architecture.
Honda Passport Models & Engines Codes
Engine families are consistent across Passport generations and shared with Pilot/Ridgeline platforms:
- J35A7: 3.5L V6 (second-gen Passport, 2003-2008) - Timing belt tensioner (14510-P8A-A01) failure across all trims
- J35Z1: 3.5L V6 (third-gen Passport EX-L/Elite, 2019-2022) - Oil consumption (piston rings, 13010-5A2-A01) regardless of mileage
- J35Z8: 3.5L V6 (third-gen Passport TrailSport, 2023-present) - Shares VCM solenoid (37240-TK8-A01) failure with all J35Z variants
- C35A4: 3.5L V6 (first-gen Passport, 1998-2002) - Head gasket (12251-P8A-003) weaknesses in all UK-spec models
All J35 engines use identical block castings and cylinder head designs across Passport trims, making failure points universal regardless of model year or equipment level.
Buy Used and Second-Hand Honda Passport Engines
Used J35 engines carry high risk due to shared oil consumption and VCM failures. For all Passport generations, remanufactured engines with updated piston ring kits (13010-5A2-A01) and VCM deletes are strongly recommended. Reconditioned C35A units must include multi-layer steel (MLS) head gaskets (12251-P8A-003) to prevent recurrence.
- Reconditioned J35Z engines with VCM solenoid bypass kits
- Remanufactured J35A7 units with OEM-spec timing belt kits (14510-P8A-A01)
- Used C35A4 engines with compression reports >180 psi per cylinder
All engines are sourced from low-mileage UK donor vehicles and inspected against Honda’s ISTA diagnostic benchmarks for the entire Passport series.
Honda Passport Engines in Stock
Our in-stock reconditioned Passport engines include: Updated piston ring sets (13010-5A2-A01) for all J35Z units, MLS head gaskets (12251-P8A-003) for C35A4, and full VCM system recalibration. Timing belt kits (14510-P8A-A01) are standard on all pre-2019 engines.
- Complete short block assemblies with OEM-spec bearings
- Refurbished cylinder heads with new valve seals
- New oil pumps and water pumps per Honda service bulletins
Every engine undergoes a 3-hour dynamometer test simulating real-world loads across EX-L, Elite, and TrailSport power bands, with oil pressure and compression validated to Honda’s factory tolerances for the entire Passport lineup.
Warranty for Replacement Honda Passport Engines
All rebuilt Passport engines include a 12-month parts-and-labour warranty covering the entire J35/C35 engine family.
- Covers all trims: EX-L, Elite, TrailSport, and legacy models
- Excludes VCM-related components on J35Z engines (per TSB 17-084 design limitation)
- Does not cover oil consumption in used engines without updated piston kits
Engine Finders is a price comparison website - warranty terms are set by our vetted UK suppliers. Final coverage varies by engine family, mileage, and installation compliance with Honda service procedures.
Expert Tips for Choosing the Right Engine for Your Honda Passport
♻️ Honda Passport Engine Types Explained
- Reconditioned J35Z1: Includes updated piston rings (13010-5A2-A01) for oil consumption
- Remanufactured J35A7: Features OEM tensioner (14510-P8A-A01) per TSB 13-045
- Used J35Z8: Only recommended with VCM delete and solenoid (37240-TK8-A01) bypass
- C35A4 rebuilds: Require MLS head gasket (12251-P8A-003) for UK climate durability
£ Honda Passport Replacement Engine Cost in the UK
- J35Z1 (2019-2022): £2,800-£3,400 with updated piston ring kit
- J35Z8 (2023-present): £3,200-£3,800 due to VCM recalibration needs
- J35A7 (2003-2008): £1,900-£2,500 with full timing belt kit (14510-P8A-A01)
- C35A4 (1998-2002): £1,600-£2,200 with MLS head gasket upgrade
🔍 Finding the Right Honda Passport Engine
- Check VIN: 3rd-gen Passport (2019-) starts with 5FNYF6H9xKBxxxxxx
- Engine code J35Z1 = EX-L/Elite (2019-2022), J35Z8 = TrailSport (2023-)
- Don’t use Pilot-only J35Y6 engines - they lack Passport-specific mounts
- Verify oil consumption history: J35Z engines pre-2021 lack updated rings
⛽ Honda Passport Petrol vs Diesel Engines
- Passport is petrol-only - no diesel variant ever produced in any market
- J35 V6 offers 280-290hp; ideal for towing but prone to oil consumption
- ULEZ compliant from 2019 (Euro 6d-Temp), but pre-2019 models face charges
- VCM system (cylinders 3&6 deactivation) causes misfires - common in all trims
🔒 Quality Assurance & Warranty
- All J35Z rebuilds include piston ring kit 13010-5A2-A01 (per TSB 13-045)
- VCM solenoids (37240-TK8-A01) bypassed or replaced on all 2019+ units
- 12-month warranty excludes VCM-related failures on J35Z engines
- Compression tested to ≥190 psi on all cylinders before dispatch
🛒 Compare & Save on Honda Passport Engines
- Avoid suppliers selling J35Z without updated piston rings (common pre-2021 flaw)
- TrailSport (J35Z8) engines require specific ECU calibration - verify compatibility
- Get 3 quotes: J35A7 rebuilds vary by £400+ based on head gasket quality
- Engine Finders vets UK suppliers using Honda ISTA diagnostics for Passport
⚙️ Honda Passport Engine Works: How Experts Rebuild Engines
When your engine fails, Honda Passport engine works can restore performance at a fraction of the cost of a brand-new engine. From diagnostics to rebuild, here's how experts ensure optimal results.
1. Diagnostics & Disassembly: Passport-specific ISTA scans check for VCM fault codes (P0300/P0303/P0306) and oil consumption history before teardown. Engines are fully stripped using Honda-recommended torque sequences.
2. Block & Crank Inspection: Cylinder bores measured for taper/wear; J35 blocks with >0.05mm wear rejected. Crankshaft journals checked against Honda spec 0.02mm runout tolerance using dial indicators.
3. Short Block Rebuild: New pistons (13010-5A2-A01) and OEM-spec bearings installed. All J35Z units receive updated oil control rings to address TSB 13-045 oil burning.
4. Cylinder Head Refurb: Heads pressure-tested for cracks; valve guides reamed and seals (14771-R40-A01) replaced. VCM solenoid ports cleaned or bypassed per Honda bulletin 17-084.
5. Final Assembly & Torque: Head bolts torqued to 29 Nm + 90° + 90° using Honda-recommended J-43634 tool. Timing chains tensioned with Passport-specific procedure (TSB 15-042).
6. Dyno Validation: 3-hour load test simulating EX-L/TrailSport driving cycles. Oil pressure ≥25 psi at 2,000 rpm and compression ≥190 psi across all 6 cylinders confirmed before dispatch.