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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 1820
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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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- #1684 of 1820
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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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- #1685 of 1820
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Service of MDX at a Honda dealership
by mtrealdude
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Nov 15, 2008 (9:44 pm)
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Hello Everyone,
I just wonder if I can have a routine engine oil/transmission fluid service on my MDX at a honda dealership. The nearest Acura dealership is 130 miles away, but I have a honda dealership near by. If I have the maintainence done at a honda dealerhsip, will this negatively impact the standard 4-year waranty? Thank you very much for your answer.
TQ
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- #1686 of 1820
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Re: Service of MDX at a Honda dealership [mtrealdude]
by timbo4
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Nov 16, 2008 (7:07 pm)
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Replying to: mtrealdude (Nov 15, 2008 9:44 pm)
I wouldn't think that there would be any problem having service done at a Honda dealership as long as you keep your receipts. You may know that Acura requires their brand of transmission fluid which is available at Honda dealers. Don't use standard ATF as it may void your warranty.
Page 35 of your warranty manual specifies that you don't have to have your vehicle serviced at an Acura dealer.
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- #1687 of 1820
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Re: Service of MDX at a Honda dealership [mtrealdude]
by 10sfan
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Nov 17, 2008 (8:16 am)
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Replying to: mtrealdude (Nov 15, 2008 9:44 pm)
I have had both my MDX and my RL serviced at a Honda dealerships for the same reason. Have had warranty work on the RL no problems incurred because of the service at a Honda dealership. Agree on the transmission fluid only use Honda that also applies to using only Honda brake fluid.
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- #1688 of 1820
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Re: 08 MDX Creeking noise from driver window [brahda808]
by iwantatl
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Nov 17, 2008 (11:33 am)
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Replying to: brahda808 (Nov 02, 2008 6:53 am)
same problem, acura couldn't diagnose, 2 fix's ---- spray liquid wrench silicone spray in the window channel , raise the window, when you get sick of doing that, take about 2 feet of glad wrap, roll it into a tube around a 1/4 inch thick, put it in the window channel, shut the window, creak all gone, just dont open the window , 45K for a car what would you expect.
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- #1689 of 1820
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Re: 08 MDX Creeking noise from driver window [brahda808]
by iwantatl
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Nov 17, 2008 (11:37 am)
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Replying to: brahda808 (Oct 31, 2008 4:51 am)
same deal they replaced the window motor in mine, stopped the window from dropping but still squeaks, try the silicon spray, best bet is put the glad wrap in the window channel
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- #1690 of 1820
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Re: 08 MDX Creeking noise from driver window [iwantatl]
by brahda808
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Nov 18, 2008 (4:06 am)
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Replying to: iwantatl (Nov 17, 2008 11:33 am)
Okay, just got my MDX back from the dealership. They replaced the entire window assembly that is in the door. They stated there is nothing else to change to make the squeek go away. So far, so good. I haven't heard the window squeek, but I haven't really taken a long drive and I haven't driven on any "bumpy" roads yet. I'll let you guys know if this works in a few more miles!
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Re: Service of MDX at a Honda dealership [10sfan]
by upstatedoc
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Nov 19, 2008 (9:20 am)
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Replying to: 10sfan (Nov 17, 2008 8:16 am)
You are able to have warranty work done on your RL at a Honda shop? My local Honda shop won't touch any of my acuras for warranty work. I actually had my first TL in the Honda shop because of faulty breaks. The Honda shop did the work under warranty and then I got a call from acura corporate saying it was a one time deal because the car was unsafe to drive and that they would never authorize more warranty work at a non-Acura shop. 
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