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#1094 of 1285 Switched to Amsoil synthetic ATF by coredump Jul 03, 2009 (7:06 pm)
After having been through 2 trannies on my ody 2005, I with the help of my Honda dealer switched to Amsoil over 3 oil changes (drain-and-fill) each time.   Before the switch on my third tranny, shifts were quite harsh with the honda fluid.   After the switch to Amsoil synthetic ATF shift quality has improved greatly.   My Honda dealer has a great service manager who I deal with directly and he told me after the second drain and fill that the drained fluid looked superb unlike normally with the Honda fluid the drained fluid looked dark and brown. Also hetold me the drain plug magnet was clear and had virtually no filings.   I also switched to the same fluid in my Acura TL again with the help of my Acura dealership with identical results. Also my Acura dealer actually thanked me for recommending the fluid as they actually used it to solve a torque converter issue in an Acura MDX. This saved them having to replace the torque converter since the shudder had just started.   A few things that I wanted to note here are: 1. If one can find good and honest dealerships who are willing to help you then it makes it worth it to try out better products without fearing warranty issues and there indeed are dealerships out there that are good.   2. Sometimes it is just worth taking the risk to try out a new and better product. I was also discouraged by both the dealerships from using Amsoil ATF instead of the Honda Z1 ATF, but eventually I managed to convince them both to the point that they are believers. It is quite important to note that yelling at the dealerships for Honda's fault never advances your case - they won't help you, however patience and sweet talk will.   Disclaimer: I do not have anything to do with Amsoil (I am not an Amsoil dealer nor do I recoomend any) nor Honda (which is why I am not naming the dealerships here). I am basing my personal experience with my Ody 2005 and the horrors of going through with the repairs (I had many issues with my ody 2005 - tranny, motor mount, a pipe, power steering pump).   Hope that helps folks with tranny issues on the ody.
#1095 of 1285 New 09 Odyssey Transmission issue by cleverstar Jul 03, 2009 (7:17 pm)
1. When do your Odysseys switch from 4th to 5th gear? Mine usually does it y at around 50mph/2100rpm, resulting in driving at 5th gear at 1500rpm at most of the time, engine moaning.   2. 5th Gear easily slips when I slightly rav to pass or the cruise at 80mph meets a regular medium length slope, where I think the car can easily maintain the required speed w/o switching back to 4th gear for more torque... Is it a problem?
#1096 of 1285 1995-1998 ody by hhmax Jul 04, 2009 (1:21 am)
does the 1995-1998 ody generation have the infamous tranny problems? How is the overall reliability of this early generation odyssy?
#1097 of 1285 Motor mounts by akabanrosh Jul 04, 2009 (5:35 am)
I have a question. If engine mounts are cracked and I don't replace them, what will happen? As of yet I do not see any symptoms. I just had tranny, timing belt and spark plugs replaced. Am planning to keep it for 2 years and then trade it in. Will it last that long with cracked engine mounts?
#1098 of 1285 Motor mounts by akabanrosh Jul 04, 2009 (5:36 am)
Oops. Posted in the wrong forum. Sorry
#1099 of 1285 Re: 2003 Honda Odyssey Transmission [billybudd] by caique_stitch Jul 08, 2009 (4:28 pm)
Replying to: billybudd (Apr 20, 2009 10:19 pm) May I ask how many miles were on your vehicle when the tranny failed? I'm facing a similar situation. Thanks!
#1100 of 1285 2002 Odyssey Transmission problems by tmock13 Jul 09, 2009 (8:46 pm)
I purchased the 02 Odyssey new and have faithfully followed the maintenance scheduled as outlined in the manual. But guess what, with only 41200 miles, the check engine light came up. I had it diagnosed at two repair shops and both had the code P0730 "incorrect gear ratio". The auto technicians explain to me that this code involves the transmission. For the years 1999-2004, the technicians informed to me that they have seen quite a few problems involving the transmissions of Honda Odysseys. I called up American Honda and they informed me that there is no such extended warranty on the transmissions for 2002-2004 Odyssey The extended warranty applies to only 1999-2001 Odyssey. I question why this is the case since the transmission used is basically the same for this generation of Odysseys. Their response to me was that there was a recall for 2002 Transmissions and that an oil jet fuel kit would be installed to fix the transmission problems. I did have the oil jet fuel kit installed back in 2004 and the transmission today is having problems. Dealer told me that it will cost me $5000 to $6000 for another transmission. I chose to go to AAMCO and have it fix and it will cost me $3100 with a 1yr/12000 miles warranty. For a known defect as posted by so many people, Honda should take care of their loyal fan base. Just google Honda Transmission problems for 1999-2004 Odysseys and you'll see there are many owners in my dilemma. Also, Consumer Reports also showed many owners complaining about tranny problems for this generation of Odyssey. I will never buy HONDA again and will jump ship to Toyota. The Toyota Sienna is beginning to look quite attractive. To all Odyssey owners with transmission problems, is there a lawsuit out there that covers 2002-2004? I am aware of one for 1999-2001 odysseys. Also, what are other Odyssey owners doing about this problem? The thought of having only 41200 miles and having the transmission fixed out of pocket just infuriates me!! Hope to hear back from you all. Thanks... Replies to this message: birch1999 (Jul 13, 2009 12:44 pm) tmock13 (Jul 13, 2009 5:58 pm)
#1101 of 1285 2003 Odyssey Transmission Failure by shultfam Jul 11, 2009 (1:32 pm)
I too just suffered the all too painful experience of replacing the transmission on my 2003 Honda Odyssey which broke down on the highway while we were out of town. It cost $4100 to replace. So frustrating to find out this problem is widespread. I have owned three Hondas and this will be my last. I do hope there is some sort of class action lawsuit. Replies to this message: tmock13 (Jul 12, 2009 3:00 am) bigdadi118 (Jul 12, 2009 6:11 am) shultfam (Jul 12, 2009 6:12 am)
#1102 of 1285 Re: 2003 Odyssey Transmission Failure [shultfam] by tmock13 Jul 12, 2009 (3:00 am)
Replying to: shultfam (Jul 11, 2009 1:32 pm) Here is some consolation news, call American Honda Cust. Service 800- 999-1009 and report your problem like I did. They will take your info and assign you a case number. A case manager will call you within the next two days and work things out with you. My case manager acknowledged to me that there are numerous problems and complaints regarding the 1999-2004 transmissions on the Odysseys. Honda has the extended warranty till 100K on only the 1999-2001 models. For the 2002 to 2004 models, Honda is handling on a case by case basis. After paying $3100 to AAMCO, I was told to fax the receipt showing it was paid for and a partial reimbursement will be made. The case manager refer to this as the "Good Will Gesture" since my Odyssey has only 41000 miles and my vin # was clean with no known history when they checked it out. I will be getting back a $1000 from Honda for my loss. I am still a bit upset that I still had to spend an unnecessary $2100 but it is what it is. Replies to this message: bigdadi118 (Jul 12, 2009 6:11 am) shultfam (Jul 12, 2009 6:12 am)
#1103 of 1285 Re: 2003 Odyssey Transmission Failure [tmock13] by bigdadi118 Jul 12, 2009 (6:11 am)
Replying to: tmock13 (Jul 12, 2009 3:00 am) This Honda infamous tranny problem is like when Honda cut one of your leg off and pay you to install fake leg and even want to find excuses not to during the complaint process?   The cause is Honda prematured tranny failure made you $2,100 pocket lighter and Honda does not take full responsibility only reimbursed you $1,000. Think also the inconvenience, the other protential problems that the failed tranny leads to.   I got a lemon from Chrysler's Turismo in 1986 and I swore Chrysler won't get my business any more. The only way Chrysler will get my business is there's no other brand except Chrysler in this world.

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