99 and some 2000 Ody Transmission Defect

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sixsmiths

Discussion Starter · Dec 29, 2001

IS EVERYONE AWARE THAT ALL 1999 AND SOME 2000 MODEL ODYSSEY VANS HAVE A TRANSMISSION DEFECT? HONDA SERVICE BULLETIN #00-065. THEY ARE NOT EFFECTING A RECALL, THEY ARE WAITING FOR YOU TO FIND IT, AND THEN THEY WILL REPLACE IT WITH A REPAIRED "USED" TRANSMISSION. ASK YOUR DEALER TO SEE THE SERVICE BULLETIN AND READ WHAT IT SAYS ABOUT RELACEMENT. IN MY OPINION THERE IS NO FACT THAT THE REMANUFACTURED TRANSMISSIONS ARE ANY DIFFERENT OR FREE OF THIS DEFECT. THAT IS WHY HONDA HAS COMPLETELY REDESIGNED THE TRANSMISSION FOR THE 2002 MODEL. I HAVE INFORMATION ON A TEXAS LAWYER WHO WOULD BE INTERESTED IN TALKING TO ANY ODY OWNERS WITH TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS.

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phil47

· #3 · Dec 29, 2001

DTKWOK:

Just out of curiosity, what was the symptom that caused Honda replace the solenoid, and was it part of a bulletin? I've had absolutely no problems with my 2001 EX tranny so far, but I'd like to know what to look for if there ever is trouble. Thanks.

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phil47

· #7 · Dec 30, 2001

Thanks gents.

I'll check out any peculiar noises going from D4 or N to R today and let you know what I hear. I certainly know there is no loud clunk, but I'll see if there is any significant noise.

Phil

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phil47

· #8 · Dec 30, 2001

Well I spent a few minutes testing the above, and noted absolutely no significant noise (clunk or thud) when moving through the gears. This includes D4-R and N-R. The only noise, which was evident only when my window was rolled down, was a quiet clicking sound from under the vehicle (likely in the transmission) which sounded like a relay engaging (is this the solenoid?). FWIW.

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phil47

· #14 · Dec 31, 2001

I haven't replaced my tranny oil yet. I've only got 12,000 miles on this van. I'll try the sequence of events you outlined when the van is cold and see if the "clunk" or "thud" is apparent.

I remember my Chrysler dealer used to always add an expensive transmission additive every time they changed the tranny fluid in my '92 Jeep Cherokee even though it was NOT in the service manual. They said it made for smoother shifts and longer tranny life.The service manager was a good friend and used to only charge me his cost so I don't believe he was trying to up-sell me. I wonder if this may be effective with this transmission??

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