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#357 of 392 Same issue by rocketsgarage

Oct 15, 2012 (9:16 pm)

Sounds like i'm late to the party. My wife bought a 2003 Pilot about 2 months ago used. The car seemed to be in great shape with only 97K. I thought she did ok. about 2 weeks after she got it I noticed a funny/slow 2-3 shift. It seemed to be ok sometimes but has gotten worse in the last few weeks. I'm extremely angry sense we just started paying for this car and are on a very tight budget with a baby on the way. She got the car with the thought of it being a Honda we'd had many years of trouble free use. I can not afford to replace the transmission. I'm taking it in Thursday to have the trans serviced/flushed to see if that will correct it but from what I just read things aren't looking promising.

#358 of 392 Re: Same issue [rocketsgarage] by eagleeye3

Oct 15, 2012 (9:27 pm)

Replying to: rocketsgarage (Oct 15, 2012 9:16 pm)
Yeah, does not sound good. Your approach is worth a try, but from the comments I have read, it always seems to lead to a transmission rebuild. You might be better off hiring someone to torch it or steal it and collecting the insurance proceeds. Sounds harsh, but thats how desperate the situation usually turns out to be...

#359 of 392 i hear some gear noise when i stop the car by hujg

Oct 16, 2012 (1:04 pm)

I have 2010 pilot and purchased 3 weeks ago from dealer as a certified car. Yesterday I had some viberation issues so I dropped the car to the dealer. After the fix I noticed some small sound from gear everytime when i stoped my car. I asked the dealer and they told me it was normal. But I don't think I heard that sound before. I even tried to drive another pilot with the dealer. Still no sound. I am not sure if anyone had the same issue. I really think there is something wrong in transmision but the dealer insisted that nothing wrong in it. Thanks.

#360 of 392 2009 Honda Pilot Transmission Shudder by monal

Oct 27, 2012 (11:09 am)

I purchased a new 2009 Pilot in July 2008. I have started experiencing the same shuddering problem between 35-40 miles per hour. I have the eco-drive feature that shuts 3 of the 6 cylinders down to conserve mpg. I have also noticed that the engine has a louder winding sound when it is at a constant speed. The maintenance on the vehicle has always been kept up to date at the dealership. It is currently at 57k. The problem probably started around 50k. I have not taken it in yet, but plan on making an appointment and backing up the complaint with the information provided here. Luckily, I purchased an expensive extended warranty with the vehicle. I will post my results with the dealership when I take it in.

#361 of 392 2004 honda pilot transmission failure by nickr1948

Nov 02, 2012 (2:44 pm)

My transmission failed three weeks ago at 127k. The transmission basically broke apart. As we removed the old transmission, I noted one of the oil lines in the drivers side near the ABS was completely bent closed. This line was a feed line for trans oil on the side and rear of the transmission. It appears it came from the factory like that, and was probably the cause of about $2500 in repair costs. I spoke to the Honda rep, no compensation, he was not really interested in having a photo of the error made by Honda. Instead of a simple 90 degree elbow or a formed hose being installed, my transmission failed. The replacement was a big job, about 25 hours. If you are doing the replacement email me I will give you lots of good tips. NR

#362 of 392 Re: 2004 honda pilot transmission failure [nickr1948] by steve_ HOST

Nov 02, 2012 (2:57 pm)

Replying to: nickr1948 (Nov 02, 2012 2:44 pm)
Please don't offer "personal" help via email. We all benefit when a problem is discussed on the open forum. Thanks.

#363 of 392 Re: Transmission design updated? [rossdm] by nickr1948

Nov 02, 2012 (2:58 pm)

Replying to: rossdm (Apr 02, 2007 8:21 am)
Yes the early 2004 transmissions have a different oil supply system than the early models. I think the oil supply line being pinched off (from factory) was the cause of my trans failure. nickr

#364 of 392 Re: 2009 Honda Pilot Transmission Shudder [monal] by texaspilot1

Nov 04, 2012 (9:48 am)

Replying to: monal (Oct 27, 2012 11:09 am)
My honda has about 78,000 miles and above 70 MPH a humming noise with a steady slight vibration i can feel on the peddles, steering wheel and windshield. It almost sounds like a wind noise but I'm sure its in the Powertrain. I need to take it in to shop but I'm looking for data to backup my conclusion.

#365 of 392 2011 Pilot Transmission problems after service by s1simps

Nov 04, 2012 (5:41 pm)

My 2011 Pilot with 34,000 miles was working fine. Service wrench showed up with code of A13 and 15% oil life. Took it to dealer for oil change and was told that the service code 3 meant "recommended drain and refill transmission fluid." Told them to go ahead and complete that service. Now, one day after the service was completed, the transmission is very rough when it shifts gears and the "D" is flashing! Rpms race between gear shifts. What could they have done wrong. I had no problems before this service was performed. Of course today is Sunday and the service department is not open. Any ideas? What should I have them do to fix this? Have they caused a terrible problem or was this problem already brewing? Any suggestions would be appreciated.

#366 of 392 Re: 2009 Honda Pilot Transmission Shudder [texaspilot1] by nickr1948

Nov 04, 2012 (7:56 pm)

Replying to: texaspilot1 (Nov 04, 2012 9:48 am)
I suggest checking axles (front) and feel tires for a break split. I would start at a tire shop, not a Honda dealer unless you really trust the person. Could be tires with mud caught in the rims, make sure rims are perfectly clean use a pry bar to remove any sand or mud.

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