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I didn;t know it could go in the washer, so that's great to know!
Don't you love how you take that protector out, and see not one indentation from the car seat in your leather.
That, in itself, makes it worth the price.
Total cost of the package was $585.
I can't pay anyone to detail the inside and outside of my car for $100 a year, that alone is worth the price. Especially thought it was a good idea for my new Black '07 MDX with Taupe interior.
How about warranties being honored if you have been putting regular gasoline? I don't trust the gas station owners enough and think that even if I pay for Premium gas there is no guarantee about what comes through the pump.
I have driven the car only for about 200 miles (half local, half highway using only the gas that dealer filled in the tank) and the MPG displays arounf 15 MPG against listed 17 MPG - 22 MPG.
Please advise and share your own experiences.
So the owner's manual recommends premium but doesn't require it?
Some people find that their mpg with premium (when the manufacturer recommends it) is high enough to offset the additional cost of the gas so you may actually save a little by burning premium.
Check out the What about fuel types & gas mileage? discussion while waiting for other responses in here. (Post 221 in the Fuel Types discussion is a favorite of mine).
thanks for the reply.
I will admit that I don't remember the exact verbiage in the manual about Octane rating (Require Vs. Recommend).
I didn't even know about the other forum you referred to, that is where I should be reading more on this.
The fuel types one isn't model specific - I'm thinking there may be an MDX owner who has experimented and can report on performance and mpg results between regular and premium in here.
The Acura MDX MPG Real World Numbers discussion may be of interest too.
Last summer when gas was like 4 trillion dollars a gallon, I went from 93 to 87 octane.
I did not notice any knocking or loss of performance, but the economy dropped through the floor.
I went from getting 23 MPG to 17.
3 months later, I went back to 93 and my mileage went back up to 23.x, which is 60% highway, 40% city driving.
The money saved at the pump is spent by filling up more often.
I did some math and found it was cheaper to just buy the good stuff and I'm sure the car appreciates the better fuel anyway.
this is very useful information.
You get 23.x MPG with 40% city driving is very good news. I thought the best they claim for MDX is about 22 MPG ( I would assume for 100% highway driving under optimum conditions!!!)
I still have doubts about the gas stations that cheat (don't necessarily give you premium even if you pay for it).
Thanks
H. Nikdel
I live in NYC so the 15K service is something like $350. I can leave the city and get it done for about $200+. So...my question is: are these 7500, 15K expensive services necessary or will my car (which has not had a single problem but has a "maint. req." light on now) run fine on regular oil changes?
The dealer sad it will cost me $480 for this regular maintenance.
I cant belive have to spend $480 at 13k miles. I should've pick a beemer with free maintenace up to 50k miles
I paid $220 for the same service and thought that was too much. All they do is change the oil, rotate the tires and change the differential fluid. Of course, they "Check" everything, but really, how much checking does a 13,000 mile car need. If that takes 30 mins I would be surpised. But, DO NOT pay 480 for that, go somewhere else. If you can't have them break down the charges for each item of work they are going to do in writing. If it doesn't seem reasonable, I bet Acura National would like to know how that dealer is treating its customers.
Its up to them to charge to charge the customer.
For those who thinking to get an MDX. Ask your dealer for an estimate of regular maintenance. They could rip you off on this one.
- Replace engine oil1 and oil filter
- Rotate tires
- Replace rear differential fluid
The rest of the maintenance items include "inspections" that they're going to do regardless when your car is up on the lift. I guarantee you can cut that estimate in half by only specifying the 3 above items to be done.
The break down i told was'
Oil and filter change $ 34 .95 + TAX
Differential Fluid Change $69 + TAX
Tire Rotation $28 (this is a rip off, but i have to go to the dealership since my second row seat wont' slide forward).
So they charge about $43 for the visual inspection which i wont' do.
In fact the local Honda dealer in DFW area quoted me a higher price then the Acura dealership for the same service.
I would pick and chose. Have the Acura dealer do what has to be done there and look for an independent shop ( Jiffy Lube type) to do the rest. As long as you keep the receipts for future verification of work done.
Suprised the Honda dealer was more expensive. As of today, with the $0.30 plus increase in gas costs, less vehicle will be sold and more money will have to come from the back room. Watch those prices go up..
Tried adjusting cross bar positioning but it hasn't seemed to make a difference. If I open the sunroof all the way (not tilt), the noise doesn't happen.
Anyone have similar experiences or no noise?
Are there any settings for focus/distance-to object on rear view camera...
Everything in rear view camera looks TOO far away...
I remember it was not like this...I might have change some settings and I dont know how...
Any help will be appreciated
Sanjay
They would give a safe alternative.for Jiffy Lube to use.
Can anyone help me?
Should I just buy it from Acura.....these guys are thieves.
Help me?
I am not a mechanic
I am having the same problem with an '09 MDX Tech. The rear camera has a fantastic wide (and to the side) view...BUT distance to the rear appears much FARTHER than it actually is. This make it totally useless in parallel parking in tight spaces, etc.
This was very disappointing to me. My previous (GM) SUV had audible rear sensors, plus a visual 3-light system visible in the rear view mirror. That was a 2002 Buick. Acura is supposed to be so advanced.
There are optional "accessory" back-up sensors available from Acura, for about $500 installed. The money isn't the issue, my problem is that it involves removing the rear bumper, drilling holes in it, removing the tailgate weatherstripping and left rear seat, as well as cutting into a section of wiring to get this installed. Will they be able to do this carefully, neatly, and safely?
Good luck, be careful backing up!!!
Louis
Since I know the rate of labor which is usually posted on a wall or you can ask how much labor is per hour, I then have an idea if I am getting ripped off or if I have a relatively honest rep/dealer. I have had good success with the local dealer at least so far.
I had the 40k oil changed, including rear diff fluid changed, and the "courtesy check" in the Ca Bay Area for $ 135 plus tax. Yes its an RL, but I believe the work with the MDX and my RL would be about the same.
I wish all well today and wish all take care driving.
jensad
Can you tell me where you had the work done on your RL? $135+tax sounds like a reasonable price.
Frank
San Jose
Concord Acura done about one year ago. Don't buy into their list of items to service as that was where they would have charged me about $ 250. Good dealership, and service dept "serves" me well. But with most dealerships, they will try to make $$ and that's something I understand.
When I owned a Lexus, the dealer labor was well over $ 200 per hour compared to the rate with my 08 RL was $ 120 per hour.
Good luck to all and stay safe.
jensad
Thanks
Mike