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EXESIVE THUMPING NOISE IN REAR SUSPENSION
by dkny1
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May 15, 2008 (6:59 pm)
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Got my 08 mdx on Feb. Everything is working normal. But I live in NYC where streets are not very smooth and my MDX makes so much noise in the back when the road is a little bit rough that I took it to service 4 times. the have replace shocks , but still makes the same thumping noise as before. I am really considering of changing my MDX if they dont come up with a solution. Anybody with same complain ?????? 
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- #1631 of 1816
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Re: EXESIVE THUMPING NOISE IN REAR SUSPENSION [dkny1]
by vaughn4
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May 16, 2008 (1:13 pm)
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Replying to: dkny1 (May 15, 2008 6:59 pm)
Yep, had the same problem in addition to the front suspension lower control arms making horrible cracking/knocking noises. Unfortunately there is no fix - I know as my 07 MDX was constantly in the shop to no avail. They still haven't addressed the problem on the 08's either. I drove an 08 and same issues.
I finally traded the 07 MDX - Couldn't stand all the noises on a $40K + vehicle. Acura will tell you it is a normal characteristic. It is horrible - sounds like the suspension is about to break apart.
In my opinion the new generation MDX is a  .
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Re: EXESIVE THUMPING NOISE IN REAR SUSPENSION [dkny1]
by dms9
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May 17, 2008 (5:08 am)
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Replying to: dkny1 (May 15, 2008 6:59 pm)
I had the same thing on my 2007 as well. They did a couple of things and it is fixed. First, there was service instruction for the dealer to change the bolts holding the rear struts on. Second, they actually replaced the rear struts (I have a Sport). Then they replaced one of my rear mufflers, which had a broken baffle in it. There is a tool they can stick in the rear of the MDX that has a sensitive listening device attached to it. The tool will tell the tech exactly where the noise is coming from. If your dealer can't fix it, it is time for a new dealer or a call to Acura. It can be fixed, but it is a very common problem on the MDX.
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- #1633 of 1816
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Re: EXESIVE THUMPING NOISE IN REAR SUSPENSION [dms9]
by dkny1
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May 19, 2008 (8:14 pm)
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Replying to: dms9 (May 17, 2008 5:08 am)
thanks dsm9 for your response. Actually I was about to trade in my base MDX for the Sport . But it seems that you had the same problem with yours (Sport). The thumping It's really annoying and it's driving me crazy. Did you call Acura to solve this issue ? I went to 2 dealers already and it seems nobody knows how to solve this problem. Please I need more advice !!! I will call my dealer tomorrow to find out about this listening device. Again ......thank you
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Re: EXESIVE THUMPING NOISE IN REAR SUSPENSION [dkny1]
by dms9
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May 23, 2008 (8:10 am)
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Replying to: dkny1 (May 19, 2008 8:14 pm)
It took a couple tries but my dealer took care of it. I use Pohanka in Northern Virginia. One thing you may want to immediately try, which took care of a large amount of the noise is the license plate bracket. Most don't have holes for bottom screws, which the MDX uses on the license plates. Thus, the bracket bangs up and down against the plate/screws everytime you go over a bump. If you have that type of bracket (most dealers use the cheap ones, including Pohanka), take it off and see if that helps a lot. They should be able to use the listening device and find the rest of it.
The entry on the warranty service ticket was "install chassis ear to pinpoint location of noise" code 311099
Hope that helps. If they don't know what you are talking about, call Acura, but I am betting that won't do much good. The National Customer service is useless.
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Re: 02 Transmission SUX!! [jscorp1]
by jscorp1
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May 23, 2008 (9:57 am)
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Replying to: jscorp1 (Oct 22, 2006 8:28 pm)
My tranny finally died on 2/10/08. I had to get a new transmission but it worked out better than I thought. I have suspected something was wrong with the transmission for a while. It starting making noises around 4th gear so I took it in to a transmission guy. He changed the fluid and found metal in the pan. He suggested that I take it to Acura since he beleives that they have exteded the warranty. I took it and Acura said the transmission and motor mount needed to be replaced and the warranty was not extended for the 2003 MDX. The cost was going to be over $6,000. I was shocked and told myself there was no way I would or could drop 6K on this car. I told my service person to see what he could do since I reported an issue before 50K back in 2006. He got back to me a few days later with good news. The manager said he would knock 75% off the service. I said go ahead and fix the car. When the car was done I was ready to pay and the invoice was much lower than was quoted earlier. They actually put me under a warranty and all I had to pay was a $250 fee for the tranny. I did pay full price for the motor mount and labor, but thanks to Acura I was able to keep my MDX
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HELP!!!
by acuraman8
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May 24, 2008 (4:36 pm)
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 My NAV, Radio, and 12 V power adapters went out last night on my 2005 MDX. I checked the radio and ACC fuse, but they looked fine. Anyone know what fuse(s) might cause these to go out or how can this be fixed.
All other power seems to be fine. Headlights, windows, locks, heater, dash lights. Everything seems okay and the car is drivable. They only thing that appears to be affected is....
GPS screen is off
Radio does not power on
12 V power on dash and in center console glove is not working.
The little red security LED on the radio still blinks though. Seems like this is more than a fuse, but what electrical links all of these? Some relay blew out or something?
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Re: HELP!!! [acuraman8]
by gerrygr1
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May 27, 2008 (5:37 am)
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Replying to: acuraman8 (May 24, 2008 4:36 pm)
The exact same thing happened to me. I plugged in a bad cell charger and it probably shorted something out. The memory seats also don't operate. All the fuses seem ok.
I have a Blitzsafe auxiliary input wired in, so I'm guessing that could be the issue. Will know more tonight after I get behind the console.
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Re: HELP!!! [acuraman8]
by hemorse
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May 27, 2008 (5:53 am)
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Replying to: acuraman8 (May 24, 2008 4:36 pm)
Acuraman8: I am in desperate need of a source to make the side mirrors fold electrically on my 2008 MDX. I don't mind aftermarket products, mirrors from other vehicles that would fit, mirrors that would need to be painted, etc. While you have your thinking cap on, any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
I am also experiencing a thumping sound or rattle in the rear left when I go over some bumps, but not always. I noticed some forum members had mentioned this. Is there a known fix that I can suggest to my dealer?
You're the man!
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- #1639 of 1816
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2008 MDX clicking/popping noises from rear
by mfred
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May 27, 2008 (9:00 am)
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I'm the proud owner (hopefully) of a 2008 base MDX black/black with about 1600 miles. I have a concern that would like to see if anybody has similar problem or answer to. Since about 200 miles, I have had an intermittant annoying clicking or low popping noise from the rear hatch area primarily at a complete stop or sometimes from starting or slowing down to a stop. It sound like gravel being thown against the back door or in the fenderwell. It is not constant, nor can I relate it to any bumps in the road, etc. I don't hear it at freeway speeds. I am taking it into the dealer for the second time, they are responding to typical TSBs (07-033 to start), but I don't think the problem fits. Any ideas?
Thank you
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