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#111 of 180 Re: Tires flat spot [sdao16] by dramos Jul 01, 2005 (1:27 am)
Replying to: sdao16 (Mar 08, 2005 7:16 am) Have the tires rotated and balanced. I will have this done a trustworthy gas station or tire service center that offers balancing services. Balancing the tires will most definitely take care of this problem. What you are experiencing is a common problem that happens to all cars. The cost of this server should be under $50.
#112 of 180 Best Tire Pressure by dean7 Jul 20, 2005 (11:18 am)
What has been found to be the smoothest riding tire pressure for the touring Michelin tires? It recommends 32psi cold...any suggestions?
#113 of 180 re: by sbcooke Jul 20, 2005 (12:59 pm)
35/36 all around is what I run. The tires seem to be wearing normally.   However all gauges are different. The best pressure is where you have the most tread hitting the road...too high the center tread wears too fast, too low and the outsides wear out...best way is to check between 30-40 PSI and see how the tires look...once you determine how your gauge reads, just keep it the same.
#114 of 180 Re: exterior maintenance [meleva] by qrtlow Aug 09, 2005 (11:52 am)
Replying to: meleva (Aug 20, 2002 1:52 pm) I would definitly avoid dishwashing detergent. It will over time oxidize and discolor the finish and it's tough on rubber and plastic. Sure it will do a good job of getting it squeeky clean, but it will strip off the wax. I would rather use Mequires or Mothers car wash liquid. They actually have "paint nutrients" added to suppliment the finish and they are PH balanced.   A glaze is used every few months between waxes. Meguires New Car Glaze is good, Mother's California Gold Sealer\Glaze is good. They both have oil based "nutrients" that get into the finish and deepen the color and shine. It resists finger prints and inhances shine with synthetic polymers, it covers small scratches and "spider webbing" too.
#115 of 180 Buying MDX 2003/59K miles -- what to expect? by genya Sep 01, 2005 (6:59 am)
(I also posted on problems board, seems like both sides can contribute)   I am considering a purchase of a 2003 MDX (navi +ras) with 59K miles on it. Is that a smart thing to do? Anything that I should pay special attention to when inspecting the car? Does Acura provide pre-purchase evaluation or something along those lines that I can rely on? Also, my 96 TL required 60K miles service, that cost about $1200. Should I be prepared for something comparable for MDX?   According to Acura records the car I am considering had breaks and the battery replaced at this point...   Any tips would be highly appreciated.
#116 of 180 Dash Light replace?? by desertkev Jan 04, 2006 (9:29 pm)
Hi, has anyone's dash light for the temp control (little red and blue buttons above the NAV) gone out? Mine just did and was wondering how to replace it.
#117 of 180 Protecting interior leather/fabric by boomerang Feb 13, 2006 (10:48 am)
Okay, I've sorted through most comments on this topic, but in case anyone is reading this has the authoritative opinion...just bought a new 2006 MDX, want to protect the interior. Did not opt for the dealer "ResistAll" treatment on interiors and exterior - cost about $500, but guaranteed (!) for 4 years...so now, seems like Scotchguard is the best and cheapest solution for the floormats, etc, but what about the leather seats? Any product recommendations? And has anyone tried those car seat protectors to protect the leather from indentations from toddler carseats?   Thanks! Replies to this message: desertkev (Feb 13, 2006 7:20 pm) love2driveinct (Feb 23, 2006 1:45 pm)
#118 of 180 Re: Protecting interior leather/fabric [boomerang] by desertkev Feb 13, 2006 (7:20 pm)
Replying to: boomerang (Feb 13, 2006 10:48 am) I have used the Armor all leather wipes for 4 years on my 02...leather still looks great.
#119 of 180 5 year long term report on an 2001 MDX by go_mdx1 Feb 14, 2006 (7:51 am)
I took ownership of my 2001 MDX on the first day of delivery back in October 2000. Based on the VIN, it was one of the first MDXs off the assembly line. Overall, I've been very pleased with my MDX. Here's how the car has faired over the past 5.5 years and 75,000 miles.   - New tires (Goodyear's) were required at 45,000. I probably could have gone an extra 5,000. - Transmission recall at 62,000. Thankfully, I've not had any issues thus far with the transmission. - 66,000 miles the check engine light appeared. Turned out to be a bad EGR valve. After I paid the $300 in repair expenses, Acura issued a recall and refunded me the money. - 68,000 miles (car was 4 years old). Battery needed replacing. - 72,000 miles the check engine light and VTM-4 light appeared. The car oscillated between high and low RPMs at idle and the car started driving very rough (I actually thought the transmission was about to go). Turns out to be a bad IAC valve. Repair cost was $300. - 74,000 miles, I put on 4 new brake pads. I probably could have gone another 5,000 on the originals.   Overall, the interior leather has held up real well. It's now my #3 car so it sits outside in the winter and summer. If you keep conditioning the leather, the seats will hold up well! The exterior clear coat is starting to show some initial signs of wear.   Long term, I fear the expenses associated with the 105,000 mile maintenance work. Timing belt replacement is in the $800-$900 neighborhood (at current prices from a non-dealer repair shop). Hopefully, before I hit this mileage interval, a newly designed MDX will be available!!! Replies to this message: ohiojoe (May 02, 2006 8:20 am) mecheng1 (Jul 07, 2006 8:55 am) steve_ (Jul 07, 2006 9:49 am) hnikdel (Jun 30, 2008 2:36 pm)
#120 of 180 Re: Protecting interior leather/fabric [boomerang] by love2driveinct Feb 23, 2006 (1:45 pm)
Replying to: boomerang (Feb 13, 2006 10:48 am) We have the Two Stage Car Seat Protector made by Prince Lionheart (they sell it at Babies R Us). We have found that it does a great job protecting the leather seat in our Ody. Since it curves up a little on the sides (hard to explain, but you'll know what I mean when you install it), it is also a good spot to put little things that you don't want rolling around the floor (pacifiers, extra toys, etc). We will definitely continue to use it in our new vehicle, which will be an 06 MDX or 06 Ody (still deciding!).   HTH

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