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Re: 08 MDX steering shaking and vibration [bloomy63]
by xlr84life
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Oct 29, 2008 (8:39 pm)
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Replying to: bloomy63 (Oct 29, 2008 2:49 pm)
My 08 MDX had 31 miles on it when it started shaking. The very first drive on the way home from the dealership. My loaner is butter smooth. The good news is the dealership svc. guy recognizes and acknowledges the problem. I'm vying to get them to exchange my X for one with no such vibration, while it's still new. I'm probably dreaming. I'll have to hope the things you had done help. 90% better is good, but I'm paying 100%. If you know what I mean. I truly appreciate you sharing your experience. 
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- #1676 of 1816
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08 MDX Creeking noise from driver window
by brahda808
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Oct 31, 2008 (4:51 am)
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I got a Sport/Ent. Pack. MDX. With the radio volume low or off, I can hear a "creaking" type of noise coming from the driver's window when it is rolled all the way up. I sounds like the window moved down very slightly, thus is a little loose. It is not down enough to let wind in, but it is getting irritating. If I roll the window up, it will move very slightly and the noise will go away for another 20 miles or so and come back. I have taken it into the dealership 3 times now and they still can't find the problem. Any suggestions?
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- #1677 of 1816
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Re: 08 MDX Creeking noise from driver window [brahda808]
by xlr84life
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Oct 31, 2008 (12:31 pm)
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Replying to: brahda808 (Oct 31, 2008 4:51 am)
I'm not sure what could be causing that? I had a rattle in my steering wheel along with the road vibration at hwy speeds. The rattle turned out to be some loose airbag housing, now the whole airbag assembly has to be replaced. I'm pretty stunned at the slippage in quality that Acura is apparently undergoing. Let us know what your window problem turns out to be. I've read other posts of people with sounds coming from their B pillar as well. 
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- #1678 of 1816
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emissions malfunction warning
by sandiegomdx
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Nov 01, 2008 (12:16 pm)
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I just bought a used 2004 mdx in August. I took it in to have a service (oil/filter-overall trip check) and told the mechanic that I am getting horrible gas mileage (11-13 mpg) he suggested a fuel flush and additive. I have had the car back 2x now for a warning light indicator (malfunction indicator) it was not on before I had the car brought in and it does go off when I pick up the car at the mechanics shop-comes back on 1/2 into driving again. Does anyone have any input into this problem. The car seems to be driving fine. But the owners manual says it can be serious or can be nothing (very helpful)
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- #1679 of 1816
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Re: 08 MDX Creeking noise from driver window [xlr84life]
by brahda808
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Nov 02, 2008 (6:53 am)
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Replying to: xlr84life (Oct 31, 2008 12:31 pm)
The third time I got the vehicle back, Acura replaced a black plastic trim molding on the outside of the the b-pillar. They stated it was "bowing" outward and when they pressed on it, it made a "squeaking" type of noise. But that didn't seem to solve the problem. Acura Quality Assurance Dept. called yesterday and inquired on the repair. I told them the problem still exists, so someone will call me on Monday to schedule another appointment to bring the vehicle in, again. I'll let you know the outcome.
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- #1680 of 1816
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Re: emissions malfunction warning [sandiegomdx]
by brahda808
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Nov 02, 2008 (7:00 am)
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Replying to: sandiegomdx (Nov 01, 2008 12:16 pm)
It sounds like a sensor problem. Whatever they used to flush your fuel system must have wiped out a/few sensors in the emissions system. The shop should be able to diagnosis this problem accurately with a diagnosis machine. The connect it to your port and in a few seconds get a reading. Is "the shop" an Acura Service/Repair Shop? If not, try taking it to one. They might not catch the error code if the emission light is not displayed when you take the vehicle in.
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- #1681 of 1816
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Re: emissions malfunction warning [brahda808]
by skoobahead1
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Nov 02, 2008 (7:38 am)
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Replying to: brahda808 (Nov 02, 2008 7:00 am)
If you had a "ck eng" light then a code was stored in the computer. What did the mechanic say the code was? Is he just erasing it and sending you on your way? You need to find out the code and proceed from there
Don't waste your money again on fuel system flushes. Just a cash cow for service departments. If you actually had a dirty injector a flush wouldn't clean it out anyway. You need high super high pressure.If the code faults an injector you'll need to replace it. Retrieve code and start from square 1.
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- #1682 of 1816
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Re: 08 MDX steering shaking and vibration [xlr84life]
by mdxrrrrr
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Nov 02, 2008 (11:47 am)
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Replying to: xlr84life (Oct 29, 2008 10:22 am)
xlr84, I saw someone make a comment on another thread that there have been some problems of flat spots forming on tires from cars that have sat too long on lots without being moved. If you think this may be the case, I would take it to a good tire store and have them inspect it. I don't think the dealer would be as quick to point this out, since they may some issues as to who is going to ultimately have to pay for it. The tire mfg. would blame the dealer, the dealer would try to push it on the tire mfg. or the factory. But if it is flat spots on the tire from sitting, it should not be your responsibility to fix it, esp. if it is a new car. Good Luck
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- #1683 of 1816
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Re: Rear Suspension clunking noise? [dkim1]
by fwchad
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Nov 05, 2008 (8:16 pm)
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Replying to: dkim1 (Jul 19, 2008 9:18 am)
 Well, I hope that you have better luck with Acura. My local dealer in Fort Wayne has tried on 6 separate visits replacing every component in the rear suspension (shocks, sway bar, springs, etc.) and have tried the "lube it" fix suggested by Acura. Each time it will go away for a few days to a few weeks and then come back. I just picked my 2007 MDX Sport/Ent up again tonite and was told that Acura Tech Support feels it is due to the fluid in the variable shocks for the sport package (rather than the gas filled shocks in the lesser models) and that it is something I have to live with. Acura won't authorize any more repairs/warranty work for this according to my service manager. And, yes, others in this discussion have pointed out that the sound is worse with extra load (passengers, dog food, etc.) and for me is worst over the curb on my driveway or when turning right (it's the left rear that makes the "scrunch" noise.) Again, Good Luck. I'm not very happy and considering the competiton for my next vehicle.
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Re: Rear Suspension clunking noise? [fwchad]
by mickeynis
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Nov 14, 2008 (9:31 am)
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Replying to: fwchad (Nov 05, 2008 8:16 pm)
My 2008 MDX has the same problem. (Purchased 10/18/2008) I began my quest two weeks ago with only 250 miles on the vehicle. Continuous letters and conversation has triggered an response from the dealer I purchased the vehicle from. I was told that two service bulletins are forth coming. One with-in a month and another shortly after. I have a very low confidence level that this will occur although once I went formal with my communication the lines began to open. All owners with this problem need to push in this manner. The more voices that are heard the better. Acura Client Services was little help although with-in two days of filing a Better Business Bureau claim the case manager from Acura called me back indicating he had received the BBB request and had a completely different tone to his response. I will try to keep this link updated. This is not a single vehicle issue, the 2008 MDX loaner i received during my first service request had the same "exact" clunking, thumping, knocking noise from the rear.
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