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| I have a '98 Honda Passport with 37,000 miles. Like tdreyes, luri5 and kellydinnc, I also have been very frustrated trying to diagnose the road vibration problem. I replaced the factory Yokahama tires at 32,000 miles thinking they were the problem. Since then, I have had three (yes three) sets of tires on this vehicle--Dunlops, Bridgestones, and now Michelins. I have had no less than 5 different tire shops do the balancing. A few days ago, I made a trip of several hundred miles over Interstate highways with the new Michelins and they vibrated from slight to moderate throughout the trip, especially over 6o mph (worst at 65-70mph). At this point, I must conclude it is not the tires (probably never was!)but some mechanical defect. But what?? Faulty ABS system? Warped brake rotors? Out-of-true axle shafts? How about this theory: all rotors experience runout as the miles increase. The ABS system keeps "positive pressure" between the disc pads and rotors. At low speeds, it is not noticeable, but at high speeds, the rotor runout condition creates the front end vibration. Has anyone with this condition had their rotor runout tolerance checked? Maybe having the rotors turned will cure the problem. Let me know. | |
| I took my Passport to Honda. They told me they spent a good part of the day testing the tires, balance, alignment, etc. A few curious events occurred which make me suspicious. First, when I went to pick up my car they had instructions to direct me to a service rep. The rep. explained to me that they did every test known to mankind, and even put on tires from another new passport. They told that it was definitely the tires, and that they were out of spec. They told me to go to the tire manufacturer, who happened to be Firestone/Bridgestone, and get new tires against the tire warranty which came with the car. The second curious event was an item which the service rep said nothing about. The dealer had added a "ring kit". When I called the dealer back to tell them that of course Firestone had disavowed any responsibility, I told them I noticed they had added this "ring kit". The Honda rep. explained to me that some Passports have a problem with the rear axle, and that the "ring kit" fixes this problem. Surprise surprise, the problem could be identified by a "vibration". But of course the Honda people explained that the vibration that the ring kit fixes would not have been the problem I experienced, which was of course caused by the tires. Last but not least, Honda did all of this work for no cost. My bill was zero. Any ideas on how I can take this to another level? | |
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I have a 97 Honda Passport EX 4X4. Recently I have been having this annoying problem. When I put the transfer lever to 4H or 4L the 4X4 light on the dash sometimes work and sometimes it doesn't work. Although when the light does not work and I place it on 4L I can feel that the 4 wheel drive is working. But I don't know if I am on borrowed time on the 4 wheel drive or what. Does anybody else have this problem? I called the Honda dealer and they said they have no idea and that I have to bring it in and pay 80 bucks just for them to look at it. So I called the Isuzu dealer which is it's brother and they said that the vacuum switch could be messing up. The vacuum switch is 50 bucks and labor is 85 bucks. So any information on this would help. thanks... |
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I own a 2000 Passport. It has been in the shop many times for numerous problems. Two areas that have not been repaired are the engine light goes on and front end vibration. The light has been repaired twice and honda zone said that I can drive the car with no problem. I don't believe that. The vibration problem is another story. I have taken it to the dealership 5 times for this problem. I met the zone rep. at the honda dealership and we took a drive. He said that the steering on my car is normal for the passport, so I took that to mean all the passport's have vibration. honda zone has been very nice, I get a loan car and I asked for an extended bumper to bumper warranty and they said I would receive a 65000 mile warranty but they do not want to buy the car back. Anybody interested in a class action suit? contact me at apparelbiz  aol.com
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We own a 1998 Honda Passport EX 4WD, which has had numerous recalls! On top of that we have many MYSTERY problems, that our dealer "can not reproduce". If anyone has similar problems feel free to e-mail us: psproaddogadelphia.net. The problems are: we have a bad vibration in the rear speakers, the sound quality is poor. We need to keep the bass setting low to rectify this problem. It has been in 3 times for this problem and nothing solved. Next, the dashboard squeaks near the odometer. The dealer removed the dash, put on a new gasket and now it squeaks worse! Third, we have a grinding in the brakes. the dealer stated it is the rear rotors. They needed to be replaced for a "nominal fee" of approx. $100.00. I took the vehicle to a personal friend and was informed that this would not be the problem w/ the grinding. Also, the ABS lights and System would engage at any time and nearly resulted in several accidents. The light was fixed, the ABS system engaging could not be reproduced. We also have discovered a leak in the moon roof near the driver's side door. With a water test, the problem could not be reproduced. We have contacted the dealer many time to request a meeting w/ Honda to no avail! If anyone has solutions to these problems it would be greatly appreciated. Our suggestion, don't purchase a Honda SUV! |
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| One thing we forgot to mention in our above posting is that we have had numerous problems with the fuel gauge. The sending unit was found to be faulty the first time and replaced. It did not, however, fix the problem. We took it to our dealer again, and they replaced the sending unit again. We are still experiencing the problem. The gauge does not register the amount of fuel properly, so you never know how much fuel the vehicle has. Anyone else have this problem? Our E-mail is listed above. Please feel free to contact us. Thanks! | |
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We just purchased a new 2000 Honda Passport. It vibrates at speeds in excess of 45 MPH (like a bad balancing). In speaking with a Honda Mechanical Technician, he was qouted as saying "It seems as if they (Isuzu) haven't fixed this problem yet. It's not as bad in the 2001 as the 2000 or so I hear". Please.... I beg of you.... Don't purchase this vehicle. The Engine light comes on all the time. The list of minor to major issues I have with my Honda go on and on and on and on..... The dealership is happy and cordial about my plight, but never seem to permanently remedy my SUV's issues. I'll try the ring kit fix this time. I'm going to head to the local Isuzu dealership. They may have some added expertise in this area. Don't buy a Passport. Get a Honda Accord. |
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I have a porblem with the 4wd drive, the icon on the dash wouln't go out and it is stuck in 4wd drive. The dealer said it is a solenoid accuater on the transfer case that is bad and as of Nov. 1st they can't get a new one till the end of the month, maybe. They have given me a rental car for the time but I am woundering if anyone else has had or is having the same problem. It's strange that Honda and Isuzu and both back ordered on the part. Jack jmcwilli sandi.net
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| I recently had a 3 inch suspension lift kit installed on my 97 Passport and have picked up a nice growling vibration when I initially accelerate off the line. I have traced this to the center support bearing, which supports the two part driveshaft at the union between the two. Mine had completely collapsed in the past and is only now noticible due to the increased angle of the driveshafts brought on by the lift kit. If you guys are having similiar issues, have that bearing checked. | |
| I am interested in buying a 1995.5 or 1996 Passport and was wanting any feedback as to why or why not to buy this SUV...thanks for any help you can give | |
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