| MDXKing |
My wife has a 2001 MDX and its got all of 22k miles on it. Its in the shop for a check up and theservice guy said it failed the battery test and they highly recommend changing the battery - $82 + labor. They indicated that the alternator passed all tests just fine.
His claim is that batteries last 2-3 years in today's new, high tech cars and since my wife doesn't drive enough, his estimate is that the battery will last only one year typically.
Has anyone else heard this line from the dealers? I think he's blowing smoke since the warranty is up next spring!
Thanks!
Kevin |
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| EXCALIBUR |
MDXKing,
2-3 years is the life expectancy of an OEM battery, especially given your driving conditions.:4: |
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| G. COLTON |
| I would not let Acura dealer put in new battery. They would probably replace it with OEM and that is too light duty. Get a diehard or other high quality battery. I have bought the best battery at Wal-Mart and been very satisfied. Put it in muself as it is NO work. |
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| DaleB |
For about 15 bucks more you could get an Optima at Costco.
They may stand up better under your low usage conditions. I don't know that for a fact, but might be worth checking out.
For $82 you are getting the same mediocre one and 2 minutes of labor to change it out.
Make sure you have the radio code handy as it will likely need to be entered following replacement. |
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| andreseng |
| I'm way over that stock battery. It's garbage. I'm going Optima ASAP. I went to a football game today and afterwords we were throwing the ball around. I had my music on as usual. Within 1 1/2 hours my battery did not have enough juice left to even play a CD (started skipping) much less start the engine. I was embarrassed that I needed a jump. That was not too much of a period of time for this to happen. My previous vehicles have never ever come close to succumbing after such a short period of time. I've seen it said here over and over again, now I'm a believer. CAN THAT PIECE O' CRAP STOCK BATTERY. Before you get yourself stuck somewhere unfriendly. Isn't like you can pop the clutch or anything.....:3: |
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| manus1980 |
quote:
Originally posted by DaleB
For about 15 bucks more you could get an Optima at Costco.
They may stand up better under your low usage conditions. I don't know that for a fact, but might be worth checking out.
For $82 you are getting the same mediocre one and 2 minutes of labor to change it out.
Make sure you have the radio code handy as it will likely need to be entered following replacement.
Optima is the battery of choice on the other Acura forums. |
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| Echo2625 |
If you have AutoZone in your area they have a very nice top end battery and they will install it no charge for you.
I have had good luck with their top end batteries |
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| cardingtr |
We were on a two-week road trip last July when in the middle of nowhere in Wyoming, we stopped for lunch in a rest area.
We'll it's drizzly so we decided to stay inside the truck and ate. Electric cooler on, radio on- with of course the sub with amps..
15 mins into lunch the radio went dead, then we can't start the truck. And that's 1000+ miles from home. To make this short, 2 climbers helped us. I still got this same OEM original battery now but thanks for this tread. I'm off to Autozone come Monday. |
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| nightguy |
I have never had a problem with a Diehard from Sears. Just make sure you get a fairly "fresh" battery wherever you go. There should be a sticker with a ship date code like C-4. Sometimes it appears in a string of characters. The letter corresponds with a month. A=January, B=February, C=March and so on. Sometimes I is omitted from the rotation so it's not confused with the number 1.
The number corresponds with the last digit of the year it was shipped. So C-4 is March 2004. I wouldn't buy anything older than 6 months, but mostly you want to make sure it's not a few years old.
$82 is fine but not $82 + labor. If it doesn't get real cold in your part of CA, you don't need one with a lot of cold cranking amps. |
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| cmjcrj700pilot |
| Where can you buy the Optmia battery in the East. Sams Club? |
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| DaleB |
| Our Costco carries some. |
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| Northern_MDX |
This would be my MDX's 4th Canadian winter.
My stock battery is still running strong (battery tested OK).
:2:
But next year I will change it, just for piece of mind. |
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| jford62 |
Battery just died....no warning whatsoever. I have gone to the Sears and Optima websites and both say they have no application for the 2001 MDX. Can anyone tell me what the specs are for these batteries that will fit?
Thanks! |
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| jowardb |
| Any fellow Canadian (specifically Torontonian) have any idea where to get the optima batteries. I checked with Sear Canada and canadian tire and both don't carry it. |
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| Northern_MDX |
quote:
Originally posted by jowardb
Any fellow Canadian (specifically Torontonian) have any idea where to get the optima batteries. I checked with Sear Canada and canadian tire and both don't carry it.
Costco :) |
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| phins2rt |
quote:
Originally posted by jford62
Battery just died....no warning whatsoever. I have gone to the Sears and Optima websites and both say they have no application for the 2001 MDX. Can anyone tell me what the specs are for these batteries that will fit?
Thanks!
jford,
Did you email optima? They are pretty prompt on getting back to you with the info. |
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| G. COLTON |
quote:
Originally posted by jford62
Battery just died....no warning whatsoever. I have gone to the Sears and Optima websites and both say they have no application for the 2001 MDX. Can anyone tell me what the specs are for these batteries that will fit?
Thanks!
Forget the websites. Go to a brick and mortor store and they will sell you the correct battery. You can either install yourself or they will install.
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| phins2rt |
quote:
Originally posted by G. COLTON
Forget the websites. Go to a brick and mortor store and they will sell you the correct battery. You can either install yourself or they will install.
G
That works, too.:D |
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| jford62 |
| Thanks....called around and got an Interstate Megatron. I had very good luck with an Interstate in the Vigor I traded for the MDX. After a $10 rebate, will be about $30 less than an Optima.... |
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| NewMDXOwner |
| I must be one extremely lucky dude. My 2001 MDX is on its original battery after 65,000 miles. I still have the green eye, but after reading this thread I am running to Costco first thing this weekend. On the other hand, if it ain't broke ..............:D |
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| jford62 |
| That is EXACTLY what I was thinking...until yesterday! No warning at all, just completely dead. At least it was in my garage and I had another car to go get the new battery.....! 4 1/2 years and 58,000 miles...I can't complain! |
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| ByeByeChrysler |
quote:
Originally posted by NewMDXOwner
I must be one extremely lucky dude. My 2001 MDX is on its original battery after 65,000 miles. I still have the green eye, but after reading this thread I am running to Costco first thing this weekend. On the other hand, if it ain't broke ..............:D
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| Lance Crowley |
| Had my battery replaced by the dealer when it was a year old, no questions asked. The old one would go dead in a couple of hours while the radio was on washing the truck. This one seems better, however, I'm headed for Alaska this summer and think I'll spend the money for the piece-of-mind. I believe the Optima is AGM technology and outperforms the old wet-cell by a wide margin. Got an AutoZone a couple of blocks away. Anyone checked out the difference in price between Costco and AutoZone? |
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| copper_90680 |
quote:
Originally posted by Lance Crowley
I'm headed for Alaska this summer and think I'll spend the money for the piece-of-mind.
We drove to Alaska 2 years ago. Please be advised that North of Vancouver it's hard to find a gas station that has high octane gas. Actually, all we could find was 85 and 87 octane gas with a mix of Ethanol or Methanol, I forgot which. Lucky for us we were driving our cheapie Ford minivan that didn't require premium gas, but I would reconsider taking the MDX.
Have fun with the trip, it's well worth the drive. |
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| DaleB |
| 33 months, 36K miles, and the original battery is still good. Probably should have it load tested to see how much reserve is left. But the test might do it in. |
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| alphaforcex |
| Where can you get Optima battery in Plano? I tried autozone and Sears with no luck. |
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| texrb |
alphaforcex,
I have no idea - I just had David McDavid Acura put another OEM in under warranty & paid the difference. I'll be selling or trading the MDX in Oct 2005 when my lease is up, so that solution worked for me. |
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| JimH |
alphaforcex:
On the link I just sent, click on independent stores, and do a search for texas/plano, and 4 parts stores come up in Plano that carry optima batteries. |
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| alphaforcex |
| It's funny that it says autozone has it but I was there last week and they don't have it. But thanks for the info JimH |
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| mdxx3 |
quote:
Originally posted by alphaforcex
Where can you get Optima battery in Plano? I tried autozone and Sears with no luck.
The Pep Boys in town here sells Optima too. If the one there doesn't have it, then just pick any speed shop in town there and they can order one for you. |
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| DaleB |
| Some Costcos carry them. |
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| JimH |
| The nearest Autozone to me carries Optima. I assume they could order one for you iif not in stock elsewhere. |
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| Gregc |
The original Battery is a 24R, Optima does not make a 24R but does make a 34R (model# 8003-151). The main difference is the size.
24R
Length Width Height
10 1/4 6 7/8 9
34R
10 1/4 6 13/16 7 7/8
So the 34R is not as tall as a 24R and requires an adapter to make the battery tall enough.
The Optima site has the an adapter listed at http://www.optimabatteries.com/publ...and_height.html
The Optima Red top 34R has the following Specs:
Cold Cranking Amps: 800
Reserve Capacity: 110 Min.
Capacity (C/20 Rate): 55 Ah
I have seen lots of places on line to get the Optima 34R but I have not found a place to get the adapter. I guess you could always put a block of wood 1 inch think to make up the height difference.
My 4 year old battery is getting week and wil need replacement soon, right now I have 68,000 miles.
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| nightguy |
| A friend of mine uses gel batteries from the air force that get discarded....they have regular replacement intervals for obvious reasons. He loves them. I don't know a lot about them or if they'd even fit in the X. Maybe eurohazard would like to give it a try. :1: |
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| Gregc |
I sent an email to Optima about where to get the adapter to convert a 34R to a 24R and they are sending me one for FREE!
A series 24 battery is taller than the Red 34R. You need to use the spacer
with the 34R to make it as tall as a series 24. If you are replacing a
series 24 battery with the 34R, I can send the spacer if you provide a name
and address.
Thank you for your interest and support of Optima Batteries.
Optima Batteries
Customer Service
1800 292-4359
So if you need an adapter send them an Email or call and it looks like they will send you one! I will let you know when I get the adapter and how it works.
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| andreseng |
quote:
Originally posted by Gregc
I sent an email to Optima about where to get the adapter to convert a 34R to a 24R and they are sending me one for FREE!
That's funny. I just called Optima this morning and they're shipping me out one free as well. That cinched it for me. Placed my order this afternoon for a 34R, $123 shipped from AJ-USA (thanks Mr. Mom). Every battery dealer I talked to or e-mailed did not carry the height adapter. Some even swore it didn't exist even when I told them it was right on Optima's site. I know some folks here have made mods to make it work without the adapter but this seems quicker and easier and who can argue with it when it's free....Goodbye piece o' crap stock battery! |
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| Gregc |
I recieved the hieght adapter today from Optima in the Mail, according to the diagram on the inside it can be put on the top or bottom of the battery. If you put it on the top you would need to create some slots for the battery cables to go thru. The battery holddown in the MDX would require that you remove the holddown to get to the battery terminals (for jump starts or testing). I have not received my Optima 34R yet, but I think the only option is to put the adapter on the bottom.
I did see some great Billet Aluminium brackets on Ebay specific to Optima batteries. For a "buy it now" price of $81.95 it is pricey, but if you are dressing up the underhood area it looks great. Of course the price of this holdown is equivalent to premium Lead Acid Standard battery!!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e...&category=33575
Here is one with flames with a current bid of $132.59
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e...&category=33575
And here is the Optima Battery cover (yellow) that Optima sent me for free going for a "buy it now" price of $19.95.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e...1&category=6763
I only wish my battery was here so I could get it installed.
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| Gregc |
Finally got my new Optima installed, I origanally ordered a 34R from www.autobarn.com . The battery arrived at my house damaged, it was shipped VIA UPS and was packed very poorly. I had UPS pick it back up and retured it to Autobarn. That is when the fun started, apprently UPS claims office lost the battery and the damage claim was never completed. Meanwhile I kept trading emails with customer support asking when a new battery would be sent to me and they assured me that once the damage claim information was complete they would. Finally I told them I would protest the charge on my credit card as I had no battery and they had my money. Suddenly they started working with UPS and credited my Visa card. That took 2 months.
I then ordered the battery from www.ajusa.com (I should have ordered it from them in the first place!), and it arrived via FED-EX packaged very well and no damage. I would highly recommend them. The battery fit perfectly with the adapter (free from Optima Customer Service). The stock battery was 4 years and 1 month old and my MDX has just over 71,000. I normally listen to the radio when on work on the car and the last time I changed the Oil, the battery would not start the car after only being on 30 minutes. After that I knew it was time to get a new one. I really have no complaints about the original equipment battery it has never left me stranded.
As every one has stated Heat kills batteries and Hot temperatures will be here in the next couple of weeks. This is my wifes vehicle and I really do not want to get the call from her saying the Battery is dead and she is stranded in some parking lot or on the side of the road. My Sister just had that issue on a 2002 Jeep Liberty, stopped for Gas got in the car and no start, the battery just died with no warning. The Optima 34R has some impressive Stats and hopefully will last longer than the OEM battery.
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| EXCALIBUR |
Gregc,
I am glad everything finally worked out. I used the Optima Red top and Optima Yellow top batteries in my previous vehicles and liked their reliability. While I am still running my OEM battery in my MDX, I shall consider the Optima when the times comes for replacement.
Q: Did you end up putting the spacer on top or under your new battery?:confused: |
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| eurohazard |
quote:
A friend of mine uses gel batteries from the air force that get discarded....they have regular replacement intervals for obvious reasons. He loves them. I don't know a lot about them or if they'd even fit in the X. Maybe eurohazard would like to give it a try.
I work around generators all day long......and I see beautiful red top and yellow top batteries a lot! Our generators must start every time in desert and arctic conditions. They are terrific batteries.
When it comes time to replace my OEM, I will likely opt for Optima! ;) |
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| Gregc |
quote:
Originally posted by EXCALIBUR
Gregc,
I am glad everything finally worked out. I used the Optima Red top and Optima Yellow top batteries in my previous vehicles and liked their reliability. While I am still running my OEM battery in my MDX, I shall consider the Optima when the times comes for replacement.
Q: Did you end up putting the spacer on top or under your new battery?:confused:
I put it on the bottom, if you put it on the top you could not get to the terminals on the battery. I did see on Two Guys Garage episode that the new Optima batteries come with the adpaters included. http://www.twoguysgarage.com/episodes/index.php?epi=401 .
I could not find this information on Optima's site, I am sure it may be a few months before all distributors have these adapters.
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| nightguy |
Shipping car batteries ? It amazes me what UPS and FedEx will and will not ship. Tim can't sell touch up paint because FedEx considers it hazardous.
EH: Do you rebuild generators ? |
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| eurohazard |
quote:
EH: Do you rebuild generators ?
I am actually a communications/navigations (HF, VHF, UHF radios and RADAR) troop. But I work closely with the AGE mechanics that work on the generators.
I think shipping a gel type battery is easier than the standard lead-acid. The gel can be turned upside down where the lead-acid must remain upright. |
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| kc16514 |
| any person can help....after replaced battery how do you set radio code and any thing else need to be reset??thanks, |
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| DaleB |
quote:
Originally posted by jford62
Battery just died....no warning whatsoever. I have gone to the Sears and Optima websites and both say they have no application for the 2001 MDX. Can anyone tell me what the specs are for these batteries that will fit?
Thanks!
Use the 34R type, I believe it comes with a platic riser...should fit any year MDX.
Anybody ever hear of these?
http://www.odysseybatteries.com/auto.htm |
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| DaleB |
quote:
Originally posted by kc16514
any person can help....after replaced battery how do you set radio code and any thing else need to be reset??thanks,
All the instructions are in your owner's manual. Have your radio and Nav (if equipped) codes handy. |
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| tlhurlbut |
DaleB
Never heard of that battery but the specs sure look interesting. Almost sounds bulletproof!! Hope someone has and can give a report. |
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| Gregc |
quote:
Originally posted by DaleB
Use the 34R type, I believe it comes with a platic riser...should fit any year MDX.
Anybody ever hear of these?
http://www.odysseybatteries.com/auto.htm
You are correct, the 34R with the adapter on the bottom makes the Optima 34R fit perfectly in the MDX. The adapter is not included but you can get one from Optima for Free by calling 888-867-8462 or sending an email to questions@optimabatteries.com and asking for one.
The Odyssey Batteries look like they use the same technology as the Optima Battery, but without the spiral cell technology.
Greg |
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| DaleB |
quote:
Originally posted by Gregc
The Odyssey Batteries look like they use the same technology as the Optima Battery, but without the spiral cell technology.
Greg
Plus they look like little 'Fockers'. :D |
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| EXCALIBUR |
quote:
Originally posted by Gregc
I put it on the bottom, if you put it on the top you could not get to the terminals on the battery. I did see on Two Guys Garage episode that the new Optima batteries come with the adpaters included. http://www.twoguysgarage.com/episodes/index.php?epi=401 .
I could not find this information on Optima's site, I am sure it may be a few months before all distributors have these adapters.
Greg
Thanks for the information.:29: |
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| jodnkod |
Anyone knows if the Optima 75/35 fits the MDX.
I could only find these at Costco. No 34R. |
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| Gregc |
The 75/35 size would probably fit, the main issue is the the 34R has the battery terminals reversed. So the problem will be the cables will not reach. You can order the Optima 34R online at http://www.ajusa.com , for $130.95 free shipping and no tax. Then you need the hieght adapter which Optima will send you for free.
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| jodnkod |
Thanks.
:( The problem is that I cannot wait, need battery right away it died yestersday. |
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| G. COLTON |
quote:
Originally posted by jford62
Battery just died....no warning whatsoever. I have gone to the Sears and Optima websites and both say they have no application for the 2001 MDX. Can anyone tell me what the specs are for these batteries that will fit?
Thanks!
Go to the brick and mortar store, not the website. They have batteries that will fit.
G |
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| Gregc |
quote:
Originally posted by jodnkod
Thanks.
:( The problem is that I cannot wait, need battery right away it died yestersday.
Sorry to hear that, I did not find any local outlets for Optima that had the 34R in stock. I had time to replace my battery as the problem I noticed was no reserve time (Battery died listening to the radio for 30 minutes). Get a convential battery with a good warrenty and you should be fine.
Greg |
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| jodnkod |
Thanks Greg.
I just got one from Sam's Club. I chose the XDT34 versus the regular 24R for more than double the price but longer warranty and I think it is built the same way as the Optima. |
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| 2002MDX4KCdude |
| My battery died with no warning yeaterday 7/27/05, I went to get a replacement at AutoZone $49.00, free install. I had to reset my radio code but my Navi worked fine |
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| mdx99 |
This is something new to me!!!
I received a flyer from an Acura dealer that stated that they have the state of the art battery analysis machine that can check out my Acura battery in no time.... there is also some side notes that say all Acura battery is covered under Warranty for 100 months (8 years).
Next time I go there for oil change ( still have a free oil change coupon from this dealer), will ask them how much they charge to check the battery.
Have anyone heard of 100 month warranty coverage for Acura battery??
Tim, is that true? |
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| alphaforcex |
quote:
Originally posted by mdx99
This is something new to me!!!
I received a flyer from an Acura dealer that stated that they have the state of the art battery analysis machine that can check out my Acura battery in no time.... there is also some side notes that say all Acura battery is covered under Warranty for 100 months (8 years).
Next time I go there for oil change ( still have a free oil change coupon from this dealer), will ask them how much they charge to check the battery.
Have anyone heard of 100 month warranty coverage for Acura battery??
Tim, is that true?
I got the same flyer from my local dealer as well. I'm thinking about taking my car in this weekend. I just can't believe the 100 months warranty...so I've got to check it out. |
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| mdx99 |
quote:
Originally posted by alphaforcex
I got the same flyer from my local dealer as well. I'm thinking about taking my car in this weekend. I just can't believe the 100 months warranty...so I've got to check it out.
Keep us posted what you find out, is that meant our original batteries will be covered for 8 years?? Is Acura backing up their batteries more than the transX??:rolleyes: |
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| OC-MDX |
| Joining this thread late. I received the same flyer two days ago and the 100 month warranty really stuck out. Last fall, our dealer said our 2002 TL battery was very weak and needed to be replaced. I was in a hurry and knew it hadn't started the same lately so I agreed. I think it was $70 less 25% warranty. After reading this thread, I won't be putting another Acura battery in either vehicle unless Acura is really covering theirs with a reasonable 100 month warranty. Just make sure to read the fine print. Not all warranties are the same. |
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| DaleB |
quote:
Originally posted by Gregc
You are correct, the 34R with the adapter on the bottom makes the Optima 34R fit perfectly in the MDX. The adapter is not included but you can get one from Optima for Free by calling 888-867-8462 or sending an email to questions@optimabatteries.com and asking for one.
The Odyssey Batteries look like they use the same technology as the Optima Battery, but without the spiral cell technology.
Greg
Actually, maybe 34R is not longer valid. When I finally got a replacement Interstate battery last month, their catalog said it should be a 24F! So that's what I got, and it fit perfectly!
...and no adapters needed. |
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| Gregc |
You are correct the the Group 24F is the correct size, however Optima Batteries does not make a 24F. So the correct battery from Optima is a 34R and use the spacer.
24F
Length Width Height
10 3/4 6 13/16 9
34R
Length Width Height
10 1/4 6 13/16 7 7/8
So if the manufacturer you are getting the battery from makes a Group 24F, be sure to get that size. If you want an Optima Battery, put in the 34R and the adapter and it fits perfectly. If you go to the Optima website and look up the fit for a MDX it says " There are no matches available for this vehicle". That is why I posted the information. I am very satisfied with the Optima Battery so far, time will tell if it is worth the extra money. If you want to get one over the web I recommend http://www.ajusa.com
Greg |
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| DaleB |
quote:
Originally posted by Gregc
You are correct the the Group 24F is the correct size, however Optima Batteries does not make a 24F. So the correct battery from Optima is a 34R and use the spacer.
24F
Length Width Height
10 3/4 6 13/16 9
34R
Length Width Height
10 1/4 6 13/16 7 7/8
So if the manufacturer you are getting the battery from makes a Group 24F, be sure to get that size. If you want an Optima Battery, put in the 34R and the adapter and it fits perfectly. If you go to the Optima website and look up the fit for a MDX it says " There are no matches available for this vehicle". That is why I posted the information. I am very satisfied with the Optima Battery so far, time will tell if it is worth the extra money. If you want to get one over the web I recommend http://www.ajusa.com
Greg
I thought that might be the situation, Greg. Thanks for your re-clarification so others don't go around looking for a 34R standard battery for their MDX.
It's also unfortunate Optima still says there is no application for the MDX (or Pilot) on their website, not even a 'note' that it requires an adaptor.
Why even list the model if you are not going to be complete?
I guess they rather keep answering emails.
Anyway, it is a good battery for those who choose to go with it. |
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| dj-mdx2 |
Just reviving an old thread. I was told by my dealer that my original 2001 Delphi battery was "weak" and not up to par. They replaced it with a "Honda" branded battery manufactured by Johnson Industries. The warranty is for 2 years replacement, no questions asked, then 5 years prorated. Cost was USD 79.95 without (!) labor charge.
I originally said no coz I was just there to have the ATF 3x drain and fill (more on that in a different thread) but thought better of it when looking back the X did feel a little sluggish on starting lately. |
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| sector7g |
I wish to tap the excellent experience that you all have on this topic. I was lucky that my OEM battery lasted for 3.5 years and 83,000 miles. I was unlucky that it died in the Mojave desert, requiring way more expense than a simple jump starter battery would have avoided.
I want to get the Optima, but I am wondering. Should I get the 34 or the 34R? I've noticed that all posts here suggest the 34R. One mentioned that this has the terminals reversed. I had noticed this in the Optima literature and decided that the 34 would then be best, since it's terminals have positive on the left.
Please let me know if I am way off on this.
Thanks a bunch! |
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| andreseng |
quote:
Originally posted by sector7g
I wish to tap the excellent experience that you all have on this topic. I was lucky that my OEM battery lasted for 3.5 years and 83,000 miles. I was unlucky that it died in the Mojave desert, requiring way more expense than a simple jump starter battery would have avoided.
I want to get the Optima, but I am wondering. Should I get the 34 or the 34R? I've noticed that all posts here suggest the 34R. One mentioned that this has the terminals reversed. I had noticed this in the Optima literature and decided that the 34 would then be best, since it's terminals have positive on the left.
Please let me know if I am way off on this.
Thanks a bunch!
I personally bought and installed a 34R. Works like a champ. Fit is perfect as long as you get the adapter. If your retailer doesn't have it, a call to Optima will get you a free one mailed. The adapter basically adds an inch or so of height so you don't have to modify your existing battery hold down (24R). I am more than pleased with my decision to switch to the Optima.
EDIT: Did you see this post? |
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| mr.nice |
Pretty sure I know the answer to this, but thought I would get some thoughts on this anyway.
My week old 2003 MDX with 95K miles on it.
First day brought back, I am inside it opening doors and looking at things, changing little things, getting Satellite Radio setup (my own unit) etc.
Afte 45 mins, MDX doesn't start. Needs a boost.
No problems until today, short drives in the las week..even the last few days have been chilly, and started.
So, I assumed a poor battery.
It's a Delphi OEM, very well could be original.
Today, stopped 6 or 7 times, no problems until the last time...I just drove from one end of the mall to another...got out, back in in 5 minutes, dead battery again.
Besides the complete inconvienince of another boost, its making me wonder about the alternator, or, ignition, because unlike the first time, there were no accessories or lights on.
Whne the first failure happened the day I brought home, I called the owner and he made some mention of a loose battery cable a while ago. I don't think this has much to do with it.
Other cause could be the ignition. It makes a funny noise for anywhere from 1-2 seconds after it turns over.
Obviously, going to get the charging system checked out ASAP. Hopefully its just in need of a new (from reading on here, non OEM) battery.
Thoughts? Any ideas on the iginition noise? |
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| heisnuts |
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Originally posted by mdx99
This is something new to me!!!
I received a flyer from an Acura dealer that stated that they have the state of the art battery analysis machine that can check out my Acura battery in no time.... there is also some side notes that say all Acura battery is covered under Warranty for 100 months (8 years).
Next time I go there for oil change ( still have a free oil change coupon from this dealer), will ask them how much they charge to check the battery.
Have anyone heard of 100 month warranty coverage for Acura battery??
Tim, is that true?
It is true. Acura now has a 100 month pro-rated warranty on replacement batteries (meaning a battery that you paid in full for from an Acura dealer).
If you buy a replacement battery and have it installed at the dealer there will be a free replacement at any Acura dealer if the battery fails within the first 36 months (both parts and labor will be covered). For months 36 to 100 there will be a pro-rated charge for the battery and you pay all labor for the replacement.
Starting with the 2006 model year the Acura batteries that came with the car when new have a 4 year/unlimited mileage no cost replacement warranty. However, after the 4 years are up you would would have to pay in full for the replacement battery and would then have a 100 month pro-rated warranty on the replacement battery.
Model years 2005 and older have a 2 year no charge replacement warranty and a pro-rated warranty for years 3 and 4 (you would have to pay all labor if it is replaced under the pro-rated warranty time period).
Another thing to note is that if a battery is replaced under warranty or pro-rated warranty, the warranty does not restart on the replacement battery (i.e. if a 2006 new car battery is replaced on year 3, there is only 1 year warranty on the replacement battery because you did not pay in full for the replacement battery). So if you are towards the end of the pro-rated warranty period it may make sense to buy a new battery at full cost so the warranty would start all over again. |
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| heisnuts |
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Originally posted by mr.nice
Pretty sure I know the answer to this, but thought I would get some thoughts on this anyway.
My week old 2003 MDX with 95K miles on it.
First day brought back, I am inside it opening doors and looking at things, changing little things, getting Satellite Radio setup (my own unit) etc.
Afte 45 mins, MDX doesn't start. Needs a boost.
No problems until today, short drives in the las week..even the last few days have been chilly, and started.
So, I assumed a poor battery.
It's a Delphi OEM, very well could be original.
Today, stopped 6 or 7 times, no problems until the last time...I just drove from one end of the mall to another...got out, back in in 5 minutes, dead battery again.
Besides the complete inconvienince of another boost, its making me wonder about the alternator, or, ignition, because unlike the first time, there were no accessories or lights on.
Whne the first failure happened the day I brought home, I called the owner and he made some mention of a loose battery cable a while ago. I don't think this has much to do with it.
Other cause could be the ignition. It makes a funny noise for anywhere from 1-2 seconds after it turns over.
Obviously, going to get the charging system checked out ASAP. Hopefully its just in need of a new (from reading on here, non OEM) battery.
Thoughts? Any ideas on the iginition noise?
Sounds like a battery to me (or the loose cable). Once the battery goes you can get all types of weird clicking noises and even dash lights (ABS, VSA, SRS, etc.) that come on and stay on.
I would start with a new battery (which would also take care of a loose battery cable) and see if the problems continue. |
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| mr.nice |
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Originally posted by heisnuts
Sounds like a battery to me (or the loose cable). Once the battery goes you can get all types of weird clicking noises and even dash lights (ABS, VSA, SRS, etc.) that come on and stay on.
I would start with a new battery (which would also take care of a loose battery cable) and see if the problems continue.
Update:
So after my issues yesterday, I parked it...started it fine a couple hours later.
This morning, snow, and gets a few degrees below freezing 0 (celcius). I am up early to go to take it to a shop that's open Sunday that can do an electrical system test.
Doesn't start...boost it....doesn't start. Battery has juice, and cranks, but doesn't turn over.
My window to go to the shop Sunday is shot, as with the first snow of the year, everyone will be rushing there the next 5 days to get winter maintence.
But it doesn't seem like its completely the battery now...its not that cold that that should be an issue. |
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| heisnuts |
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Originally posted by mr.nice
Update:
So after my issues yesterday, I parked it...started it fine a couple hours later.
This morning, snow, and gets a few degrees below freezing 0 (celcius). I am up early to go to take it to a shop that's open Sunday that can do an electrical system test.
Doesn't start...boost it....doesn't start. Battery has juice, and cranks, but doesn't turn over.
My window to go to the shop Sunday is shot, as with the first snow of the year, everyone will be rushing there the next 5 days to get winter maintence.
But it doesn't seem like its completely the battery now...its not that cold that that should be an issue.
If it is cranking over but not starting, I would check to see if the little green key light in the guage cluster is blinking. If it is blinking WHILE the car is cranking over the car does not reconize the chip in your key. If you are using the proper key, there is a problem somewhere in the imobolizer system (it is normal for this light to flash just after you have shut the car off, but not when the car is cranking over but not starting) |
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Originally posted by heisnuts
If it is cranking over but not starting, I would check to see if the little green key light in the guage cluster is blinking. If it is blinking WHILE the car is cranking over the car does not reconize the chip in your key. If you are using the proper key, there is a problem somewhere in the imobolizer system (it is normal for this light to flash just after you have shut the car off, but not when the car is cranking over but not starting)
Didn't notice the green light blinking, or look for it, as all the lights were on on the dash while it was cranking but not turning over.
Its the only key I've used...and as mentioned, after my boost yeterday afternoon, I did start it last night a couple hours after with the same key as tried thos morning.
Just tried again (20 mins after my last post), doesn't crank on its own. Didn't bother to boost it again, but will try later in the afternoon and watch for the light and, try it with another key. |
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