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| Hi! Every so often I hear a strange noise from the rear of my Passport. The best way to describe it is as a vibration. I hear it after I step on the gas to get going after a stop or coming out of a turn. It usually stops after I get up to speed. Others who have heard it think it may be coming from the exhaust system. Any ideas of what this might be would be greatly appreciated. It was in once for this problem, but of course it did not make the noise for them! Thanks, Kelly | |
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| I have a 97 Passport and experienced the same thing. In and out of the dealership during the first year with no results. Someone with a similar problem solved it by burning only Amoco 93 octane gasoline. I started buying this gas and my problem has disappeared. When I've tried to go back to buying some cheaper fuel the problem comes right back. Sounds strange, I know, but I have no problem as long as I use the Amoco 93. Fred | |
| I am considering the 2000 Passport EX-L. Have you resolved your noise problem? If so, what was the cause? I would appreciate any additional comments (especially if they are negative) about your Passport. And....if you don't mind me asking... what did you pay for yours? Thanks for your help. | |
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| I have a '99 Passport with a terrible vibration at highway speeds (the worst occurs faster than 60). Has anyone heard of a body kit (dealer installed?) that remedies this problem? | |
| I have a 99 passport and have had it in the shop 3 times because the engine light comes on. The last two times an additional problem came with the light. The passport will accelerate by itself. the last time the service department said that they fix it but a month later I have the same problem. Now I also have a noise after the doors are locked. I have already had one close call when the passport drove itself almost into the back of another car. Has anyone had similar issues? This honda seems unsafe. | |
| If the car accelerates "by itself", it is indeed unsafe. Please don't drive it. Please make very careful notes regarding the circumstances of the "self acceleration" and provide this information both verbally and in a letter to the dealer. If the dealer response is not prompt and thorough, report this same information to the Honda zone office. The reporting procedure is detailed in the owner's manual. This type of problem is associated with the cruise control or throttle linkage and should not be difficult to fix. It is probably not associated with the "service engine" indicator light. Please take action right away because the vehicle is already unsafe and the condition could worsen. | |
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We are having intermittent problems with our 2000 Honda Passport "dying". As we come to a stop, the transmission light as well as the cruise control light comes on. Then, the Passport bucks and dies. Since we purchased this vehicle on May 31, 2000, it has been back to the dealership 5 times (over 30 days spent at the dealership.) Honda has given us the following reasons for the problem: poorly inflated tires, bad gas, malfunctioning ignition switch, and a malfunctioning accelerator sensor. My favorite was the latest -- the plant that manufactured the Passport installed the wrong spark plugs. HA! How gullible do they think we are? The dealership has been able to get it to duplicate the problem, however, their computer cannot get a code. We are getting nowhere with Honda and have asked them to either replace the vehicle or give us our money back under existing statutory lemon laws. Has anyone else had this problem and if so, what has Honda done about it? |
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| I also get a vibration at higher speeds. I have had the wheels rotated and balanced a number of times, and the alignment checked. I am taking it to the dealer again next week. If anybody has had success in getting this problem fixed please let me know. | |
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I don't have an owners manual for my '94 and would like to know the recommended interval for changing the rear end (differential) lubricant as well as for the front-end transfer case. Thanks, jack |
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| If you are looking for driving satisfaction and comfort, I would avoid HONDA Passport. While Honda is known for its reliability, this SUV does not give you a sense of control or comfort, and is a poor excuse for a $25,000 SUV. I would avoid this since there are so many other choices. I have a 1999 Passport. While the engine is smooth, I noticed too many nuisances; loss of power on big bumps, poor breaking, too much noise, lack of directional control on rough roads and bumps. This is my 4th SUV,and the worst. If you ought to have this, you can test drive mine for for a reasonable price. I can't wait to get out of this car. I had HONDA cars. I still don't know how HONDA can put their emblem on this truck. | |
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