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I have another rattle on rough roads, and my wife pinpointed it as a vibration in the little piece of plastic behind the passenger door handle.
Oh yeah, the felt thing was my wife's idea also. She is pretty good at stuff like this.
I am buying a 2003 RSX-Automatic. The first owner says that only one set of key/Fob is available and he lost other keys/fob. He also does not have any details like key# or key code. Any ideas if it is still possible to get a copy made of the existing key? I just want the key copied as one fob is enough for me. What are my options?
Thanks a ton.
So, good luck? Maybe it's just an inherent design flaw?
Auto up/down: after disconnecting the battery you must reset the auto up/down. Push auto-down and keep holding the button for an extra 5 seconds after the window has rolled down. Push auto-up, and again hold an extra 5 seconds.
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)
My guess is that the popping sound problem wouldn't qualify, again that's Florida.
Thank you..
I've had an AT RSX since October of 2001 and have had zero problems with the transmission.
(I assume you are wondering about the transmission since you specified AT in your question)
Nothing has changed on the RSX from the 2002 model to the 2006 model except some cosmetic changes.
Thank you..
As far as the popping noise in the struts, I have yet to hear a definitive explanation from any of the complainers on this board as to how loud this "popping" noise actually is. I've asked and they've never responded.
Some people that have complained about the noise make it equivalent to the front end about to fall off....saying it's the be all and end all of the car.
As far as I know, the struts are the same across the entire model...and yet suddenly, the 2005-06 model year starts having all these complaints? kinda weird if you ask me
Kevin
New Rochelle,NY
I'm still wondering what they changed in the design of the front struts/springs between the 2002/2004 and the 2005/2006 models. I have not heard of any changes that were done....unless they cut cost by adding cheaper components or eliminated something.
weird
Thanks-Been there, done that- handed them the pages from this site and Club RSX detailing other Acura dealers solving the problem that way and was told wait out for the Acura TSB. Probably will call my other Acura dealer in the area and see what they are doing to resolve the issue. It's a different dealership.
I also don't know what the strut tower or strut tower changes were, or why the springs are rotating to make the clunk- would think Acura would have figured it out from 2005 to 2006 model.
We have had the EXACT same problem as you since day 1. I have been going to Acura in Temecula. They won't do anything now.
I was wondering since you are also in CA, if you have thought about doing the Lemon Law?
I am so disgusted with this car now. The other problem has been this wierd vibrating noise ONLY in 5th gear or 6th around 4000-4100 RPM. They first replaced the clutch assembly and then the noise came back. Then I take it back and they tighten something but it makes the clutch release too high. I haven't heard anyone else having this same noise. Am I the only one?? They basically said live with the noise. There's nothing we can do
I also have the Strut popping noise, its being repaired right now, we shall see how it works? It started from day 1 as i was bringing my car home from the dealer.
Yeah, whats everyones opinion on the factory stereo? Its not really loud outside the car, but its crisp and clean inside..... lots of power in the front but the back speakers barely sound connected even if you put the power all to the back its maybe 1/3 the power coming from the front speakers. Lucky for me I drive it and don't sit in the back. Are they [non-permissible content removed] speakers?? Or is it the stereo just not sending them enough juice?
How is your gas milage? I get about 21mpg city and 30highway.... about 5mpg less than the sticker claims... i do have a lead foot but on the highway its always on cruise doing close to the speed limit.
Did they fix it?
If so, what exactly did they do? I want to be prepared for my dealer WHEN this happens to me. :mad:
Nobody picked up on my other question yet... on the standard RSX 2006 stereo.... are everyones back speakers so non existant or is it just mine? The front end sound is immaculate but the back speakers and like $4 computer speakrs from wal-mart.
1.See the dealer who sold the car to the first owner.
2.Check the owners manual.
3.Walk away from the deal.
I would choose option number 3 unless you are buying from a good friend.
Keep in mind that the RSX has been around for 5 years and there are only 800 posts in this forum. (which is not many) And some are not even complaints.
Also, don't forget that this is a PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS forum and you should expect to see nothing but problems here.
Would you prefer a "I love my RSX" forum to ease your mind?
Problem with that is there won't be many posts because all of those people are out driving.
:-)
People post here with some of the craziest stuff...like noises in cold weather! Come on, everyone knows that plastic contracts (all materials contract) in cold weather...and when that happens then gaps occur.
I bought mine in 9/01 and have over 78,000 miles on it. I have had two issues with it. 1) the vtec solenoid died around 45,000 miles and the car wouldn't allow rpms higher than 4,000 2) the spring on my coin tray broke.
Big whoop dee doo!!
It's a great car and is STILL fun to drive after all of these years!
However, I am very satisfied with the car in general, just little things. If you want to talk about a piece of [non-permissible content removed] however, my previous car was a Ford Escort Zx2 2002, wow what a lemon. In 4yrs I owned it, Ford spend over 20,000 in repairs for a car that was only 15k sticker price. And thas not even a joke, 4 transmissions alone were about 12k, alternators, computers, motor, theromstat, fuel pump, master cylinder and they fixed these more than once. only had 72k miles on it too and half this stuff broke under 40k
As for plastic, my ram 1500 is full of it and the truck is quiet.
Vtec solenoid at 45,00 miles is exactly the point I,m trying to convey. Parts that used to last for 100,000 miles are breaking down now at 50,000 or less.
Well, to be fair, don't expect the tolerances on your Dodge truck to be as tight as an Acura. Loose fitting plastic will not squeak when it gets cold out. It needs something to rub against.
Vtec solenoid at 45,00 miles is exactly the point I,m trying to convey. Parts that used to last for 100,000 miles are breaking down now at 50,000 or less.
Have you EVER heard anybody else have an issue with their vtec solenoid? it was an anomoly and anomolies happen.
Just like the spring in my coin tray.
P.S. I think it is a horrible idea for Acura to get rid of such a great car like the RSX. The Si lacks in style, sex appeal, and a nice rear end... unlike the RSX. And what is up with the Si’s hood being half the size of the windshield? Now that's just ugly.
2014 Mini Cooper (stick shift of course), 2016 Camry hybrid, 2009 Outback Sport 5-spd (keeping the stick alive)