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#141 of 166 Re: What was the purpose of the software update? [sonicw] by claim5 Oct 26, 2009 (1:33 pm)
Replying to: sonicw (Oct 26, 2009 10:17 am) That is the most intelligent reasoning I've heard yet. It makes sense on a business standpoint, they avoid having to announce a recall, which would, of course hit the news and forever tarnish the "excellent" reliability record for the odyssey. Mine goes in tonight.
#142 of 166 Torque Converter by janimysad Oct 26, 2009 (2:54 pm)
Well I'm still waiting on a phone call to schedule service to replace my torque converter for the second time. They supposedly ordered on 10/16. I called 10/22 to check status and then again 10/23 after no one returned my call. Told I would get a call today 10/26 and no one called. Honda Cars of Hickory, NC. This is absolutely ridiculous. POOR CUSTOMER SERVICE! I sure hope that once they replace for the second time it will actually work.
#143 of 166 Shock of shocks! It's the Torque Converter! by claim5 Oct 27, 2009 (5:16 am)
Dropped it off last nite and got the call this morning, I need a new torque converter! So surprised, my heart was all in a flutter! (just like the transmission). Unfortunately they don't have the part and it might be Friday before I get it back. And I did confirm that they must remove some of the front steering/suspension to do the job, and they will do a total alignment as part of the repair. I bought it new and have 29K miles, should all be under warranty.   Here's hoping.... Replies to this message: janimysad (Oct 27, 2009 5:21 am) my07 (Oct 27, 2009 5:38 am)
#144 of 166 Re: Shock of shocks! It's the Torque Converter! [claim5] by janimysad Oct 27, 2009 (5:21 am)
Replying to: claim5 (Oct 27, 2009 5:16 am) I've been hoping too since 10/16 when I drove mine with the service manager and tech. They supposedly ordered the second torque converter on 10/16 and as of today I've yet to get a call that the torque converter is in and schedule the service. Hope they take care of you quicker than me! Replies to this message: my07 (Oct 27, 2009 5:38 am)
#145 of 166 Re: Shock of shocks! It's the Torque Converter! [janimysad] by my07 Oct 27, 2009 (5:38 am)
Replying to: janimysad (Oct 27, 2009 5:21 am) Shouldn't be long before Honda's warehouses run out of these things. I'm sure this is not something they stock in quantity like brake pads.
#146 of 166 judder by scottinky Oct 28, 2009 (5:48 am)
mine still seems to run rough between 50-60mph. probably going to take it back next week. Replies to this message: janimysad (Oct 28, 2009 10:58 am)
#147 of 166 Re: judder [scottinky] by janimysad Oct 28, 2009 (10:58 am)
Replying to: scottinky (Oct 28, 2009 5:48 am) so you had the torque converter replaced and it is still rough?
#148 of 166 Odyssey LX 2000- vibration by hondaody00 Oct 30, 2009 (9:32 am)
hi all, just bought a used 2000 honda odyssey LX and felt standard vibration issues at 40-45 mph if the tire air pressure is 33. Increased the tire air pressure to 50 and now vibrations occur at 68-80 mph. I read all these posts in this forum and it is very helpful discussion. Showed yesterday to honda dealer ( Honda west, 38th st., Indianapolis, IN) and informed him about torque converter and new software issues, but according to him the vibration issue is in 05 and later odyssey. However, the tech felt the vibrations and according to them the issue is with tire steel belt which is broken. I asked him to show the problem and he showed slight wiggle on one of the front tire (driver side, did not check the passanger side tire, should have done that) and he suggested to order new front tires ($300.00). Kind of reluctant to buy that reason as the threads are fine on the tire. Any ways, just told him that I will buy new tires if the vibration issue is solved and they are going to replace new tires on this monday.   As it is 2000 odyssey, have no warranties so it is expensive affair. The engine is good and the vehicle is in good condition with 120k mileage. Can you guys provide your suggestions about this, how much the torque converter cost and is it really worthwhile to invest time and money in this issue. I read in some posts that new tires will reduce vibrations for a while, but then they come back later. Are there any TSBs for 2000 honda odyssey LX for vibration issues, please reply. Thanks in advance for your responses. Replies to this message: commercialguy (Nov 04, 2009 8:05 am)
#149 of 166 Got it back yesterday, seems ok by claim5 Oct 31, 2009 (7:21 am)
There is a shortage of torque converters, so it took several days to get it in, but the dealer did what they had to do and now it's running like new again! Covered under warranty so I don't know what they'd charge off warranty. No shudder, judder or any other vibrations, although I think it has a very slight pull to the left. I'm gonna drive it for a couple of days and see if I'm just being too sensitive.   My only complaint is that the mechanic apparently pushed the door open with his foot and left a large greasy smudge on the light gray (olive) door panel. It came off with some cinch.   Hondaody00, I think your vibration problem (high speed) is not the torque converter, but indeed a tire balance or tire quality issue. The torque converter problem usually occurs at slower speeds while accelerating. I'd recommend taking it over to Indy Tire and having them ck out your front tires. They'll probably do it for free, and they're prices might be better than the Honda dealer's if you need to replace a pair .
#150 of 166 07 odyssey by janimysad Oct 31, 2009 (9:01 am)
update on mine. picked up yesterday with a new torque converter and alignment for the second time in the last four weeks. runs really good. noticeable difference even in the pick up. i dropped off on thursday for the repairs and had my message ready to deliver to the sales rep. i told them about the messages on this website and all the research i'd done since i started having problems. that i wasn't going to keep this car with all of these problems and that i don't trust honda at all because of their poor communication on service bulletins. he not once disagreed. at least i got my point across and will not hesitate to take it back for more issues as they arise. stand firm with your issues. do not back down...this is HONDA we're talking about. good luck to all!

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