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Honda Accord (2008-) Maintenance and Repair

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Re: [rkirchoff] by jhinsc
Jan 29, 2009 (1:18 pm)
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Replying to: rkirchoff (Jan 29, 2009 8:49 am)

We get the fact you're unhappy about the "eco" thing, but how is it Honda's fault that you didn't know about it? They make no attempt to hide it, in fact they advertise on their websites and in print ad's and on sites like Edmunds and others. It existed in the previous model Accord Hybrid, the previous and current Pilot, the current Odyssey, and now the current model Accord.
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Re: 2008/9 Brake Noise [branders] by mwest75
Jan 30, 2009 (7:54 am)
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Replying to: branders (Jan 28, 2009 8:56 am)

Branders, thank you very, very much for posting your information here. My wife and I leased an '09 Accord back in September and have had the exact same problem with the brakes since November. After two trips to Honda, they did the same thing with rotors and pads that you described and it was only a temp fix (also as you described). At this point we're fed up and plan to follow your lead in contacting the Service Manager at our dealership and ultimately the District Manager as you did. How did you manage to get the District Manager's contact info by the way?
 
Once again thank you for posting your dilemma and if I have any luck in finding/gaining a solution, I'll certainly share it.
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Re: oil change [Lornals] by edk57
Feb 02, 2009 (7:49 pm)
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Replying to: Lornals (Jan 28, 2009 9:53 pm)

My 2008 Accord EX-L V6 burns and consumes one quart of Oil per 1000 mile. There Technical experts state that is Normal. Also, the brakes on this car has a squeaky noise when cold and the dashboard get filled with white residue from the heat/AC vents. I definitely don’t recommend this car to anyone.
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Re: oil change [edk57] by rbbrick
Feb 03, 2009 (6:40 am)
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Replying to: edk57 (Feb 02, 2009 7:49 pm)

Regarding the oil consumption, your technical experts are plain WRONG. I have the same problem, I have escalated this issue with Honda America, Area Honda Rep and Dealer Service Mgr. The process is you need to request an oil consumption test for several 1000 mile cycles and if your car uses 1000 quart per thousand or more they must FIX IT. My car is going in to have the short block replaced today. It appears to be a ring problem on a few motors since only a few customers have had this experience. Honda acceptable specifications for oil consumption are 1 qt per 1000 but close to that they must do something for you. Finally I have noticed that the older my oil is the more it consumes, after a oil change it degrades from 1200m per qt, to <1000m per quart so you have to do at least 3 or 4 thousand mile tests with the same oil in place. Roger
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Re: oil change [rbbrick] by edk57
Feb 03, 2009 (9:26 am)
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Replying to: rbbrick (Feb 03, 2009 6:40 am)

Thank you for a very helpful reply. I will make my dealer re-do the oil consumption test for several thousands miles as you recommended, and I will let them know that Honda is fixing engines due to ring problems... please post any future progress on your engine and I’ll do the same. Again thanks a million.
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Re: 2008/9 Brake Noise [mwest75] by keitha3
Feb 03, 2009 (12:49 pm)
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Replying to: mwest75 (Jan 30, 2009 7:54 am)

When did the noise first begin? I have about 5K on my Accord with no noise yet, but I have had that squeal on a previous Accord and it drove me nuts. Any others having this problem on the '09's. I'll definitely be more than peeved if it becomes a problem with mine.
 
You guys have a right to complain...
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Re: oil change [edk57] by frustrated2009
Feb 04, 2009 (2:31 pm)
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Replying to: edk57 (Feb 03, 2009 9:26 am)

Happy to be in good company. We have the same problem. What could it be? Where could the oil be going? We have No indication where it might be going- no leaks, puddles, smoke etc. We've got a 2005 Honda Odyssey that's eating oil like there's no tomorrow. It was a gradual problem at first. Now, it's really become a problem and an inconvenience! The van finally broke down on Christmas eve. Check engine light was on and the van just wouldn't accelerate past 50 after gasing up while on a trip out of state. We had it towed to the nearest dealer who kept it for 3 weeks. They replaced gaskets, an O-ring, Fuel injector assy, catalytic converter, spark plugs etc. It's driveable now, but after two weeks we checked the oil level and it was two quarts low on oil since we took possession of it two weeks ago. Took it into the Honda dealer where we purchased it. They told me last year that it would take several days if not a week to diagnose the oil consumption problem. This was before the partial engine failure we experienced Christmas eve. Same day they called me and told me the van was ready for pick-up. They'd checked it out. Changed the oil. Couldn't find a thing. Bring it back in two weeks. HUH??? Ridiculous!!! Any suggestions? We're still covered by an extended warrantee for 20,000 more miles. Too bad the catalytic converter wasn't.
Diagnosis at engine failure: "Caused by Found 30 PSI in cylinder one. 130 in all others removed head and found exhaust valve burnt through." In English this means?? Thanks for your help in advance.
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Re: 2008 Accord EXL V6 XM Radio sound stops working after a while [djconner] by decatte
Feb 07, 2009 (7:24 pm)
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Replying to: djconner (Jan 15, 2009 2:20 pm)

Same XM radio problem for my 2008 I4 EXL - Happens about once a week or so (three times this week alone!). I've found that it is caused by either just starting the car, or sometimes by channel surfing with the knob; but it's clearly not at all related to obstruction.
 
At first, the sound stutters in-and out, alternating ½ seconds with and without audio. When I try another channel - nothing. The radio does register the channel, song title & artist, but will not process audio on any channel. Not even the hiss you get with an obstruction.
Since it still is processing channel info, my guess is that there is a glitch in the XMs memory that causes it looses the ability to process audio. Just a guess - I've had a lot of quiet time to think about it.
 
Has any body found resolution to this issue with Honda? Please let me know.
Thanks!
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'09 LX-P Power train noise by hutch7
Feb 07, 2009 (7:41 pm)
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Since this is my first Honda after being a Toyota driver for many years I am still getting used to a "drivers car". I've noticed the drive train seems to whine more than I'm used to although the shifting is very crisp. Is this an Accord characteristic or should I be concerned? Overall I really like my new Honda.

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