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my '05 EX-L is getting about 15 around town also. From the discussions I have been looking at, poor (relative to the EPA estimate) MPG is pretty common. remember, you are driving a 4,500lb. baox on wheels, with 255 HP, so you can only expect so much. Basically, the sticker is optomistic IMO. |
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Does anyone have any recommendations for improving the sound quality of my 2003 LX? I just rented a Hyundai Sonata on vacation and was surprised at the high sound quality compared to the Ody and it reminded me of what I have been missing the past 2 years. Are the speakers just lame or is it the entire Honda sound system? I am not sure I want to replace the entire system but am interested in hearing what people have done. Thanks in advance Michael |
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Replying to: sharonnewton (Feb 26, 2005 2:12 pm) |
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Replying to: sharonnewton (Feb 26, 2005 2:12 pm) |
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Replying to: tcapers (Mar 02, 2005 7:28 am)
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Replying to: innorristn (Feb 27, 2005 2:25 pm) I typically heard it only from the driver's seat, and it did sound as you described; it was "clunking" a bit, as if the door was loose or not fully closed. We do get an occasional "crackling," which sounds as if the sunshade is hitting, but the clunking sound is gone. What is the status with your rattle?
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The only noise we have (that I can spot) is what sounds like the visor (passenger side) rubbing. I don't drive it enough to do a debug, since my wife doesn't notice much, and doesn't have much interest in pushing and pulling to isolate the noise. But, I think that if I put the visor down, the noise goes away. In all fairness, it is pretty faint, and only on bumpy roads. |
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The head unit may not be audiophile quality, but you will get the best bang for the buck improvement with new speakers. You might even go to components for the front (seperate tweeters), since I think the LX might not come that way (but don't quote me on it). Next best bet is to add a sub woofer for more base. Replacing the head unit should be the last resort. From what I have heard, just doing the speakers will make a noticable difference.
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Replying to: duckowner (Dec 21, 2004 10:58 am) Did you find solutions for the problems? |
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Replying to: scottyb (Mar 02, 2005 8:07 pm) Correction: My wife reports that the clunking sound has reappeared! I also just learned that my friends in Haverford area still have not had their rattle fixed after 3 visits to the service department and are awaiting a national Honda rep to see the vehicle "in a few weeks." Which dealer are you taking your car to? We've gone to Scott Honda in West Chester, and I'm guessing that my friend goes to Martin in Ardmore, but I'm not sure. What happened when you mentioned the "shims" solution to your dealer? Please feel free to email me directly (see profile), as I don't always check these boards. If any posters who have complained about this rattle have resolved the problem or have learned additional info, I would appreciate if you would post the info you have.
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