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Re: CRV, FORESTER ISSUE'S [amiller1]
by lzc
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Nov 13, 2008 (7:47 am)
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Replying to: amiller1 (Nov 12, 2008 4:51 pm)
While some posters have reported problems in getting a dealer to change the fluid free of charge, most have not. This is Honda's error and there is a TSB on the issue (#07-024) that instructs the dealer to change the fluid and burnish the rear differential clutches under its normal warranty. That is, you are covered.
The TSB goes on, "Out of Warranty: Any repair performed after warranty may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision before starting work."
Whoever told you this issue was not covered under warranty was in error. It's unfortunate, but common to all dealers, that some employees are poorly informed or simply instructed to try to charge for something they shouldn't be charging for.
Bottom line, an informed consumer should not have to pay for having the rear differential fluid changed until it's normally scheduled in the owner's manual.
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Re: CRV, FORESTER ISSUE'S [amiller1]
by phisher
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Nov 13, 2008 (7:53 am)
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Replying to: amiller1 (Nov 12, 2008 4:51 pm)
If you bring your CRV in to have the rear differential fluid replaced and they try and charge you point out in the manual that it only says that the differential fluid needs to be replaced at 60,000 miles. If they still try and charge you tell them that you will have to find a different dealership to get any work done. They know that the manual lists the incorrect interval and should replace the fluid for free until 60,000 miles. From my experience needing the fluid changed every 15,000 miles is a little extreme. I have had mine changed between 20-25,000 miles and am currently at 42,000 and currently don't need it changed yet. It sounds like the dealership you are going to has a poor service department if they are trying to charge you especially if the car is still under warranty Hope this helps. Looks like by the time I posted this I was beat to the punch by lzc.
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Re: CRV, FORESTER ISSUE'S [phisher]
by yarmie
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Nov 13, 2008 (8:05 am)
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Replying to: phisher (Nov 13, 2008 7:53 am)
I have a 2005 Honda CRV, 42,000 miles and I had to have the rear diff changed because of the moaning/groaning sound in the rear of vehicle. I went to Piazza Honda in Reading, PA, they asked if I wanted to have it changed "twice" while I was at it, at twice the cost of course. They changed it once, charged me $80. The noise is gone, but now I'm older and smarter, when I have it changed again in 30,000 miles or so, I WILL NOT PAY !
My manual says to change it after 90,000 miles, they kept telling me it was a missprint in my manual.
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- #258 of 392
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Re: CRV, FORESTER ISSUE'S [yarmie]
by phisher
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Nov 13, 2008 (11:06 am)
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Replying to: yarmie (Nov 13, 2008 8:05 am)
The instructions from honda say to change the fluid drive the car for 5-10 miles and then flush and change again. If I were you next time you get service if it is there show them your receipt and the manual. Let them know about looking at the edmunds forums and that you think they ripped you off and if thats the way they do business that you would also have find a different place to have your service work done. If the dealership is a reputable one they should at least give you credit for what they charged you. Also do a review of the dealership on edmunds.
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Re: CRV, FORESTER ISSUE'S [phisher]
by steve_ HOST
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Nov 13, 2008 (2:16 pm)
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Replying to: phisher (Nov 13, 2008 11:06 am)
Also do a review of the dealership on edmunds
Here's the link:
Dealer Ratings and Reviews
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2009 CRV REAR DIFFERENTIAL???
by amiller1
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Nov 20, 2008 (5:22 pm)
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I am sure its too early to tell yet, but I am trying to decide between a 2009 Honda CRV and a 2009 Subaru Forester. My question is, the problem with the rear differential is that problem isolated to manual transmissions or both automatic and manual?? How much of the fluid is needed what is the cost. Hubby would like to know so he can maintain. Should I be concerned about any other issues??? I don't want to regret my decision with a problem car. thanks for all your time and help. Still trying to decide....
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Re: 2009 CRV REAR DIFFERENTIAL??? [amiller1]
by hondaloon
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Nov 21, 2008 (3:25 am)
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Replying to: amiller1 (Nov 20, 2008 5:22 pm)
I have a 2006 CRV automatic and I have had to have the diff done twice under warranty at no charge. I think that what ever you choose, CRV or Forrester you won't be disappointed by either one. The diff problem affects both manual and automatic models and I believe one of the issues is that Honda's recommended service interval is too long and needs to be done much earlier. If there is diff noise it should be fixed under warranty.
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Re: 2009 CRV REAR DIFFERENTIAL??? [amiller1]
by lzc
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Nov 21, 2008 (8:14 pm)
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Replying to: amiller1 (Nov 20, 2008 5:22 pm)
The CR-V is no longer offered (in the U.S) with a manual transmission.
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Re: 2009 CRV REAR DIFFERENTIAL??? [amiller1]
by blueiedgod
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Nov 25, 2008 (1:13 pm)
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Replying to: amiller1 (Nov 20, 2008 5:22 pm)
The cost of fluid is about $6 ($4/quart, you need 1.2 quarts)
Any DIYer can do it in under 15 minutes.
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Re: CRV, FORESTER ISSUE'S [nklepper]
by blueiedgod
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Nov 25, 2008 (1:14 pm)
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Replying to: nklepper (Nov 12, 2008 9:11 am)
I love my CRV, just very disappointed in Honda not taking care of an ongoing problem. They need to fix this issue so it doesn't happen again on every CRV with a recall.
What problem?
Don't want to change differential fluid, buy a 2WD version. Simple like that. It is a maintenance item, not a failure.
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