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#61 of 180 Current Nav Version by dcyn Dec 08, 2003 (9:22 am)
Just as quick question, what is the current nav dvd version (# of version)?   Thanks.
#62 of 180 Nav Version by fndlyfmrflyr Dec 08, 2003 (11:48 pm)
The update for my 2002 MDX is ver. 2.11B   Acura called me last week about the update. I was told update shipping had stopped and that a new fixed update DVD will be automatically sent to those that have already received the update. This is planned for sometime in early January. When questioned about going back to the OE DVD I was left with the impression they are working on that too.   Hopefully the 'fix' will have some QA testing. Not holding my breath about the early January time frame.
#63 of 180 Service Light by sbcooke Dec 23, 2003 (6:31 am)
I am around 12K on my MDX and I just noticed the "Service Required" light is blinking. Anyone know what the intervals are for this? I saw one at 7K regarding the 7500 mile service. Is this a warning for the 15K service?
#64 of 180 re: by sbcooke Dec 23, 2003 (7:05 am)
I found the answer to my own question via the owners link on Acura.com. 6000 miles after every reset this light comes on...I can reset it by holding the "select" and "reset" buttons on the instrument cluster and then turning the ignition to the "on" position for 10 seconds.
#65 of 180 Your opinion on the Teflon treatment by looseduke Dec 25, 2003 (6:33 am)
We got the spiel on the Teflon treatment for our new MDX. We're not the kind of guys who spend the w/e detailing the car, so we're giving it some consideration. However, we would like to make sure that this treatment is actually effective before purchasing it. Experiences, alternatives?
#66 of 180 teflon treatment by fndlyfmrflyr Dec 25, 2003 (2:22 pm)
Save your money. The dealer is just trying for extra profit.   Today's car finishes are very good and none of the Teflons/polishes/waxes/coatings last for more than a few months anyway. Any leather/vynl cleaner/protection product for the seats etc will do as well as the expensive product the dealer wants to sell. For less than $10 you can do it yourself in less than 30 minutes with a spray bottle you can buy at any auto parts store. I do my interior about twice a year and just finished the spray bottle I bought two years ago. Worried about carpet and floor mats? A can of Scotch Guard works as well and costs little. Time to spray is under 10 minutes.   One thing that may be worth the cost, depending on driving conditions, is a clear bra. This is a clear plastic coating that covers the front and prevents chips (not a bad idea for the rear bumper too). This is expensive, but effective for years.   I find my 02 MDX is not chip prone and therefore have no need for the front clear bra, but wish I had done the rear bumper top rear edge.
#67 of 180 Trans Fluid Level by sbcooke Jan 26, 2004 (1:31 pm)
I am doing my own 15K maintenance, since it isn't much more than a "check" of everything and I have already had the oil changed at 13K. I noticed my transmission fluid was a little low. I added about 1/3 of a quart. My MDX seems to be a little quieter accelerating now? Maybe I am just trying to imagine that I fixed something?   Also, the honda ATF fluid is red, like it is supposed to be, however I noticed that the transmission fluid in the truck is more brownish? I have seen burnt transmission fluid before and it isn't that kind of brownish, more like clear brown, maybe synthetic oil brown. Any ideas? Do they put an additive in the fluid from the factory that might make the color look like that?
#68 of 180 tranny fluid by fndlyfmrflyr Jan 26, 2004 (6:37 pm)
sbcooke: We both have 02s. The tranny fluid in mine is not red, but a brownish color like yours. No burned aroma. With tranny fluid cool mine shows a bit low, but once warmed up (supposed to check it warm) the level is fine.
#69 of 180 re: by sbcooke Jan 27, 2004 (7:16 am)
I checked as per the manual...at normal operating temp. Basically 5 minutes after pulling into my driveway. Its good to hear that yours is the same color. I added the Honda ATF as per the manual and it is red like I am accustomed to. I wonder why the difference. I will call my dealer today and ask. Thanks for the response.
#70 of 180 tranny fluid color by fndlyfmrflyr Jan 30, 2004 (7:06 pm)
According to one of my service manuals ATF will change color from red to brown with use. This is normal.   A burnt odor and/or deterioration of shift quality is an indicator of a transmission and/or fluid problem.

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