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Replying to: branders (Feb 19, 2009 1:25 pm)
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Hey, folks. I'm new to this forum, and I've scanned through some of the many posts. I'd like to hear from people about their experiences with the 3.5 liter V6 in regards to oil consumption. I am a service manager and a technician for a Honda Dealership, and I'm trying to get a little more insight on this topic. For those of you experiencing unexplained consumption, I'd like to know your mileage, amount it is losing, and when it was first brought to your attention. For those of you who have had a repair (or an attempted repair) from a Honda dealer, I'd like to know what repair was performed or the explanation you got. If you did have a repair, did it fix the problem? I'm wrapping up my second V6 repair at my shop, and looking for others' stories so I may know more of what to look for. I'm determined to find the absolute cause of this issue, and would like to better know how to make a successful repair on the vehicle's first visit. I don't know if there are any other Honda Technicians or Service Advisors/Managers on this forum, but if anyone has any questions for me or would like the perspective of someone who works on these vehicles daily, feel free to ask. |
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Replying to: hondadan (Jun 13, 2009 3:52 pm)
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Replying to: hondadan (Jun 13, 2009 3:52 pm)  It was VERY difficult to get them to even address the continual problem. Our Odyssey has ALWAYS needed a bit of oil. The problem only worsened. Finally, the Oil Clogged up the Catalytic Converter and burned up the head gasket.  Unfortunately, it was Christmas Eve and we were en route to Grandma and Grandpa's house out of state in Utah. We live in LA, CA. The actual oil problem was not addressed when the car was repaired in UT. Only the catalytic converter and head gasket were replaced. Back in CA, the van continued to eat oil, as much as a quart a week!! Finally, after months of bringing the car in to the dealership and taking it home after only an oil change. The dealership FINALLY opened up the engine at our prodding and repaired the Short Engine block. All seems to be well now. I'm almost afraid to look. The experience was awful! Our dealership Really Let us Down!!  The Valencia Service Manager was replaced during the process. The New Service Manager Really helped us Get the Job Done!  It seems that you too are an active and involved service manager. Thanks so much for your interest!! Honda Odyssey Repairs Timeline Our 2005 Honda Odyssey Has ALWAYS needed a little oil Every Month. The Condition has gradually worsened over the years. Odyssey finally broke down on Christmas Eve while on route to see family at Christmas time. 12/24/08 Honda Odyssey Breaks down in Cedar City, UT (Christmas Eve) (Won’t Accelerate past 50. Van shudders. White Smoke Pours out Tail Pipe) 12/26/08 Honda Odyssey towed to Dealership in St. George, UT 12/26/08- 1/15/09 Honda Odyssey repaired at Dealership in St. George, UT(Clogged Catalytic Converter Replaced. Burned up Head Gasket-Replaced Underlying Engine Problem: Van EATS OIL- Never Addressed, Nor Repaired) 2/3/09 Honda Odyssey returned for Repairs to Valencia, CA Dealership where purchased. (Oil Below Dipstick. Honda Odyssey is eating 1 qt of oil every week. Solution? An Oil Change. No other problems found. Dealership Reluctant to Look For Problem.) 2/10/09 Honda Odyssey returned for Repairs to Valencia, CA Dealership where purchased.(Oil Low on Dipstick. Honda Odyssey is eating 1 qt of oil every week. Solution? An Oil Change. No other problems found.Dealership Refuses to Look For Problem.) 3/2/09 Honda Odyssey returned for Repairs to Valencia, CA Dealership where purchased.(Oil Below Dipstick. Honda Odyssey is eating 1 qt of oil every week. Solution? Needs to be investigated. For $1600We AGREE-- Same Day- Open & Examine Engine.Service Manager reluctant to Provide Rental. **THE SAME RENTAL I’VE NOW DRIVEN FOR OVER 1 MONTH.**) 3/7/09 NO NEWS. No Contact. HUH??? We Contact Dealership. Investigator investigated on 3/05/09? FINDINGS BY 3/10/09. 3/16/09 NO NEWS. No Contact regarding Investigators Findings. HUH?? We Contact Dealership. Short Engine Block and Pistons to be repaired. 4/1/09 NO NEWS. No Contact…….. Short Engine block finally repaired. Van returned 5-6 weeks later in May 2009.
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Replying to: hondadan (Jun 13, 2009 3:52 pm)
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Replying to: dpmeersman (Jun 14, 2009 4:16 am) Agreed. . . My 08 EX-L 4cyl coupe uses about 1/2 quart at oil change. That was the first one however right at 7500 (20%). Now at 9500 she's still touching the full mark. I was concerned I didn't get the V6 but every day I like mine more and more. No complaints. . . None. . . Not one. . .
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Replying to: jhinsc (Jun 13, 2009 4:56 pm) |
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My car has 33k miles on it and has many issues from the beginning. My current issues is when I start the car in the morning or after not driving it for a couple hours it makes a horrible noise like the valves are tapping or something. Is anyone else having this issue? I'm dropping the car off at the dealership today will update when I know what the problem is
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Replying to: hondadan (Jun 13, 2009 3:52 pm) Here are additional details. 1. 1st oil change -- Breakin oil changed at 3600 miles mm 50% by the dealer due to the fact it was down 1 1/2 quarts. We put in conventional oil (honda) 5-20w for the oil consumption test. 2. At 4500 miles we checked it and it was down maybe an 1/8 of quart so Honda declared it was the additives in the breakin oil. I felt I was clear of the issue until around 5500 miles then it was down 1/2 of quart in 1200miles. 3. I have changed the oil every 5000K with Castol GTX 5-20w with filter and just moved to Castrol synth at 16990. 4. The driving routine and distances are consistent yet the oil usage is getting much worse. From 1 quart per 3000 miles to 1852 miles now under 1000 miles. 5. Prior status on Synth oil – down 2/3 quart in 680 miles expect to add full quart before 1000 miles. 12-03-08 – synth seems to piss out of the engine. 6. Started oil consumption test with Honda at 19616 miles fresh oil change (conventional oil), added full quart of oil at 21182 = 1566miles – observation is that new oil viscosity being high the burn rate is slower but as the oil ages the burn rate increases. We are checking the oil today at the next 1000 mile mark. I drive in the northern California bay area generally a commute of 27 miles each way plus local short trips during the week. Freeway speed 70 to 75mph. I am not a hot rodder nor do I red line or hammer it when it cold etc. My prior two Accord V6's consumed not a noticeable drop at the 4000 mile oil change. Both cars had over 125K miles when I sold them. Same driver, same roads, same oil. I do my own oil and filters just because that the way I am.
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Replying to: mmaxemow (Jun 15, 2009 9:06 am)
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