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#41 of 1820 Roof Rack by wwoerte Sep 08, 2002 (1:47 pm)
Just bought my mdx and want to carry two touring kayaks on the top. Has anybody outfitted their mdx to carry kayaks? What did you find? I've been shopping Thule & Yakima and haven't found much of anything that will go on the MDX unless I take off my factory roof rack and start from scratch with a Yakima or Thule. I'd be interested in what solutions you have come with to utilize the factory rack.
#42 of 1820 Windshield washer problem by tomc14 Sep 24, 2002 (11:16 am)
My windshield washer on my 2001 MDX does not consistently work correctly. I get everything from no fluid at all when I pull the lever to a dribble down my hood, to working properly (I have fluid). Naturally, when I take it to the dealer it works fine. They say there’s nothing they can do unless they "see" the problem. Anyone else have a problem like this? Possible solutions?
#43 of 1820 windshield washer problem by l943973 Sep 24, 2002 (11:54 am)
I've seen similar things happen with my RL. My problem was that wax got into the nozzle. It blocked the opening causing the dribble on my hood. Sometimes it would work, other times the wax would harden and block it completely. The wax wasn't even noticable but I guess it was deeper in the nozzle.   My dad basically took a metal tie (like the ones you see at grocery stores to tie bread) and removed the outer paper (just burned it off with a match). This left me with a very thin metal tie (much thinner than a toothpick) that he used to insert into the nozzle. He basically moved it around to clear out the nozzle and this fixed the problem.
#44 of 1820 Windshield wiper problem by tomc14 Sep 25, 2002 (5:03 pm)
Not a nozzle problem. Checked that. I heard today that Acura put a stronger washer pump in the 2003's because of so many problems. I need to figure out how to verify this before I take it back in again. Thanks for the input
#45 of 1820 Transmission Problem by foxcroft1 Sep 30, 2002 (9:54 am)
Has anyone heard of the recent problem with Honda transmissions including the MDX?   The local newspaper had a small article saying the it affected 2-3% of the cars and Honda will extend the guarantee. It did not say what the problem was or how long the extension will be.   My brother in California saw something on their TV news saying it was a serious problem that could lock up the wheels even at speeds of 80 MPH. Does anyone know about it?   My dealer did not have a thing on it.
#46 of 1820 foxcroft1 by fndlyfmrflyr Oct 01, 2002 (5:48 pm)
Honda/Acura apparently does have a significant transmission problem (reports vary from 2 to 4 percent of cars) with some 2000 and 2001 vehicles with four speed automatic transmission. I read where they have extended the warranty on the transmissions for these vehicles to 100,000 miles. My next door neighbor had the transmission (a four speed) on his Odyssey fail twice. It was repaired the first time and replaced the second time.   The MDX has a five speed and so far has proven reliable. I spoke with Acura customer service (they called me about a resonation problem) and they told me the MDX transmissions are not among those that are experiencing problems.   That said, the faint resonating hum I hear in 5th gear only, between 2100 and 2300 rpm, may be a transmission related problem. The car has been in for inspection and so far neither the dealer nor Acura has been able to pinpoint the cause.
#47 of 1820 Washer nozzles by lok888 Oct 07, 2002 (8:14 am)
I learned this if I put a tape (prefer mask tape) to cover the holes in the washer nozzles when waxing. It saves me a lot of trouble.
#48 of 1820 Transmission problem by qgu Oct 30, 2002 (1:47 pm)
I went to www.carpoint.com and read some of the owner reviews there. Quite a few reviewers encounted transmission problem. As an MDX owner I am concerned. That is probably why the upcoming newer MDX has a redesigned tranny. Replies to this message: edmundsbridget (Mar 17, 2005 12:14 am)
#49 of 1820 re: Transmission problem by will4271 Nov 01, 2002 (4:15 pm)
Check out the '03, they have a newer transmission. I'm betting that it will resolve any short comings with the '02 problems.   Unfortunately, the Pilot still has the old transmission (not sure about the realibilty thought).
#50 of 1820 Transmission problem by hopeitsfriday Dec 04, 2002 (3:12 pm)
A few of the reason I think Acura change the transmission on the 03 MDX is 1: Acura acknowledge that the 02 and ealier transmission has problem in 2 to 3 percent of its units. Mostly due to overheating. secondly, I think they try to make a lighter transmission to improve the weight distribution of the vehicle. Third, the 02 and earlier has a problem with gear hunting on highway hills, the 03 suppost to correct that.

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