A heater for the Honda Pioneer 1000 / 1000-5, 2026 and newer
Pre-order: this kit ships early to mid December 2026. Questions about timing? Call 888-964-0135.
Honda gave the Pioneer 1000 a new dash for 2026, so this Ice Crusher kit is built around the new one, not carried over from the 2022–2025 kit. It puts 14,600 BTU of engine-coolant heat through six vents: two defrost vents on top of the dash, one beside each cup holder, and two foot vents. The heater taps coolant ahead of the engine thermostat, so warm coolant reaches it sooner and you feel heat sooner after start-up. It installs without giving up the center storage cubby, the high/low switch sits in the dash switch bank, and the wiring plugs in.
68-second walkaround: the kit installed in a 2026 Pioneer 1000.
Fits
- 2026 and newer Honda Pioneer 1000 Deluxe (3-seat) and Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe (5-seat): choose Single row
- A Pioneer 1000-6 Crew built on the new 2026 body and dash: choose Double row
By model year:
- 2026 Pioneer 1000 Deluxe
- 2026 Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe
Not sure which dash you have? The 2026 dash has a row of cruise-control and drive-mode switches (RES/+, CANCEL, SPEED LIMIT, MODE) beside the shifter. No switch row there means the older dash: a 2022–2025 Pioneer 1000, 1000-5 or 1000-6, including a 1000-6 Crew still on the older body, takes the 2022–2025 kit; 2016–2021 machines take the 2016–2021 kit or the 2016–2021 LE kit.
Pioneer 1000 Elite: it comes from Honda with a sealed cab and factory heat and A/C, so it doesn’t need this kit.
Specs
| Heat output | 14,600 BTU |
|---|---|
| Airflow | 180 CFM |
| Vents | 6: 2 defrost, 2 by the cup holders, 2 foot |
| Windshield defrost | Yes |
| Fan | Single, high/low switch |
| Heater size | 10 × 7.5 × 4.5 in |
| Coolant tie-in | Ahead of the engine thermostat, for quicker heat |
| MaxStat | Not needed |
| Center storage cubby | Stays in place |
| Wiring | Plug and play |
| Install time | 2–5 hours |
| Warranty | 3 years, whole kit |
What’s in the box
- Heater unit with fan
- 6 vents: 2 defrost, 2 dash, 2 foot
- High/low heater switch and plug-and-play wiring
- Brackets, coolant hose, fittings and all mounting hardware
- The hole saws for the vent openings
- Picture-rich, step-by-step instructions written for the average do-it-yourselfer
Installation
You tie into the engine coolant ahead of the thermostat, route the hose to the heater, cut the vent openings with the included hole saws, and plug in the wiring. The instructions show every step with pictures, and basic hand tools do the rest. Stuck? Call our Minnesota tech support: real people, unlimited help, free.
Options
Seating configuration: Choose Single row for the Pioneer 1000 Deluxe or 1000-5 Deluxe, or Double row for a Pioneer 1000-6 with the new 2026 dash, so we pack the right length of coolant hose. The price doesn’t change.
Hose clamp tools (+$24.99): A pair of clamp-off pliers that seal hoses up to 2 inches, so the coolant tie-in stays clean. Handy on radiator hoses too.
Questions we hear
When will my kit ship?
This kit is on pre-order. Kits ship early to mid December 2026.
Will the 2022–2025 kit fit my 2026 Pioneer 1000?
Use this kit. Honda changed the Pioneer 1000 dash for 2026, and this kit is built for the new one. The 2022–2025 kit is made for the older dash.
Does it defrost the windshield?
Yes. Two defrost vents on top of the dash blow on the windshield.
Do I need a MaxStat with this kit?
No. This kit taps coolant ahead of the engine thermostat, so hot coolant already reaches the heater early. A MaxStat isn’t needed.
Do I lose the center storage cubby?
No. The kit installs with the center storage cubby left in place.
Will it drain my battery?
No. The heat comes from your engine’s coolant, not the battery. The fan draws about what a factory blower does.
I have a Pioneer 1000 Elite. Do I need this?
No. The Elite comes with a factory sealed cab and HVAC. This kit is for the Pioneer 1000 Deluxe and 1000-5 Deluxe.
How long does the install take?
Plan on 2–5 hours depending on experience. Experienced do-it-yourselfers land at the low end; first-timers should allow the full five hours and follow the picture-rich instructions step by step.
Do I need the hose clamp tools?
You can install without them, but they make the coolant tie-in faster and cleaner. They pinch the hoses shut so coolant doesn’t pour out, and less air gets into the system, which makes bleeding the air out much easier. Sold as a pair; they fit hoses up to 2 inches.
Why buy an Ice Crusher heater
We’re not the cheapest UTV heater. We’re the one designed, supported and shipped by the people who answer the phone. Every kit is built for a specific machine, comes complete, and is backed by real people who know it inside and out. And we keep improving our kits, even when it means retiring our own older designs.
Warranty, support and shipping
3-year warranty on the whole kit, electrical included. If something goes wrong, tell us the problem and we make it right. Tech support is unlimited and free for as long as you own the heater: call 888-964-0135 and a real person in Minnesota answers.
Free shipping in the lower 48. This kit is on pre-order and ships early to mid December 2026. Once it’s in stock, orders placed by noon CT, Monday through Friday, ship the same day. Canada: $30–$50 per heater freight depending on province; duties, taxes and brokerage are extra.
More help: Heater FAQ · Install videos on YouTube
