MDX V6-3471cc 3.5L (2002)
Fluid - Differential: Customer Interest
Drivetrain - Rear Differential Noise/Judder On Turns
04-023
August 8, 2008
Applies To:
2001-06 MDX - ALL
Noise and Judder From the Rear When Turning
(Supersedes 04-023, dated April 25, 2006, to update the information marked by asterisks)
SYMPTOM
There is a noise and a judder from the rear when turning.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The VTM-4 differential fluid is contaminated by clutch wear, condensation, or both. This causes the VTM-4 differential clutches to make noise and to
judder when turning.
*NOTE:
Worn VTM-4 fluid that has not been replaced at the recommended service intervals can cause the same condition. Check if the VTM-4 fluid has
been replaced at the recommended intervals. If it has not been replaced at the recommended intervals, the procedure in this bulletin applies, but it is
not covered under warranty; preventive maintenance is not a warrantable item.*
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the VTM-4 differential fluid.
PARTS INFORMATION
Drain Plug Washer (18 mm, drain plug sealing washer):
P/N 90471-PX4-000
Drain Plug Washer (20 mm, filler plug sealing washer):
P/N 94109-20000
NOTE:
Some early models may use two 20 mm sealing washers. Order P/N 94109-20000 for those models.
REQUIRED MATERIALS
VTM-4 Differential Fluid (5.6 quarts required):
P/N 08200-9003
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Operation Number:
219006
Flat Rate Time:
0.9 hour (includes diagnosis and repair)
Failed Part:
P/N 41200-PGJ-315
Defect Code:
08103
Symptom Code:
04201
Skill Level:
Repair Technician
Out of warranty:
