Used car market is scary! CAR WIZARD gets a less than perfect '03 Acura MDX. Is it a deal or steal?
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- When you buy a used car there can be issues that need to be addressed. What does the CAR WIZARD 🧙♂️ find on this 2003 Acura MDX that he just bought from his friend Jay from www.lauerauto.com ?
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I walk away from cars that have tires nobody has ever heard of as it's usually an indicator the owner skimped or deferred maintenance too.
especially mismatched tires on awd and 4x4s
Hey Wizard check inside the glovebox/glovebox compartment. I recall Honda would put the radio code in there. Usually on the sides hidden where the blower is. Doesn't hurt to look and change the cabin filter while you're there. The only other option is give your vin to the dealership or stereo S/N to get that code. The Harley is beautiful! Mrs. Wizard would love to take the Harley out too once the weather warms up.
My 02 rsx had it printed on an unlabeled sticker on the glove box. Not sure if they did it on all of the cars of this vintage
We had an 04 pilot and the radio code was an unlabeled sticker in the glovebox.
They did on the 2009 Fit
If you need to get the S/N of the radio just press buttons 1 and 6 simultaneously and then turn the radio on. You don't have to pull the radio out to do this as long as your Honda is 2001 or newer.
@murray1575 Yep then he can call an Acura dealer, ask for the parts department and they can look up the radio unlock code based on that serial #. I work for a Honda / Acura dealership (we do both) and get that call 10 times a day
I actually bought a 03 Mdx for 4k and the transmission was going out good thing someone hit me and got me out of the car!
Very common with Honda V6/automatic transmissions
Forums are filled with people complaining about the transmission and torque converters in early hondas. I can't belive a mechanic of his caliber would pay 3k for this junk
@@arrgorndenethor Premature Clutch lockup from the TQ will self destruct it. No fluid filter change can save it only a good tuner who can make the TQ not lockup early. It may reduce your mpg but atleast you wont slip all the time.
@Serbian Guy Yeah well he can get a reman at wholesale and still be ahead of the game.
@@arrgorndenethorI wouldn’t say common
That was a good deal. I’d give $3k for that Acura all day long. Excellent snag!
not really.. Torque converters were junk on them and forums are filled with unhappy customers
Yeah he keeps deleting all the transmission comments hahaha.
He will experience it for himself and next video will be " how my MDX was worse then I thought"
blocking all the spam trans bad accounts is a .i. move WIZARDS or whoever controls this channel
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Honda wasn't doing great paint jobs in this era so I'm not surprised. If it wasn't waxed semi-religiously its common to see paint issues. My neighbor has this exact year and color mdx and its clearcoat is shot.
My parents had the exact same car, BUT the rear AC quit, all of the adjuster tabs on the air vents broke, the right passenger seat heater died, the engine pinged on premium, and the car had more vague steering than a 1970 Ford LTD! So, after suffering 5 years and 60,000 miles they gladly traded it in on a 2003 Prius which they kept a trouble-free 8 years longer. I notice that you have some of the same issues.
Recommend (once the car is warm), you floor it from a slow roll (10-15 mph) and see if the trans slips. 1st gear sprag clutch was a common issue on these and will manifest itself by the car kicking down into first and the revs going to the moon with no increase in vehicle speed.
I've had this happen twice on my 2004 MDX, but it has been over a year since it happened, should I just leave it alone?
@@JeremyThe3rd-em8yk just keep changing the trans fluid on time. If the sprag clutch is toast, you need a full rebuild to fix it.
@@chrisridebike8 how many miles do you recommend in-between trans fluid changes? 50k miles? The last time I changed the trans fluid was 205k miles, I'm at 246k now
I have an '03. 235k, complete suspension replacement, a/c replaced, and more. Love it.
Original transmission
@@Fyourfeelingz Yes, but had rebuilt at 164k. $3,300.
I love the car Wizard! The economic climate is so intimidating that even my cheap purchase of an audi a4 for 4k was better alternative than purchasing from dealers. I put 5k in it to get it up to specs it was still cheaper than going to the dealer. I am a gear head though and don't recommend it if you are going to dealers or European shops. I also watch plenty of DIY videos as well! The only thing I bought from Audi was a dip stick for 50 bucks. Went to Audi just to see how much they would charge for their fluid services and they range from 1600 dollars and up. They call them service packages and honestly dont even trust them to do the work. I think all the work I did to it would be upwards to 10 to 15k to get remarkable performance. Keep up the good work Car wizard love your videos! ❤
I picked up an ‘09 tech package with 90k, pretty much in flawless condition w/ roof racks + running boards for $12,900. One owner car and the dude was a retired vet who had the mdx in his garage the entire time. It has been great so far!
WIZARD! RADIO CODE!
Check the sides of the glove box, check the interior of the center console, and check the inside of the fuse box lids, one of those should have it
Yep. On my Accord it's on the outside of the glove box.
I had a 2009 that lasted 269k miles and a car crash is what actually got it off the roads. I loved that 3.7 VTec engine. It got replaced with her cousin a 2016 Pilot, I still miss the Acura, it was a very nice and fun SUV to drive, and that pick up acceleration... 😢 I miss it
Hey Wizard. 1st Gen MDXs are my specialty. I’ve rebuilt transmissions in these and daily drive a 2004 MDX. I’ve got a white 2004 with 215,000 miles and just sold my black 2002 with 240,000 miles on it. They’re fantastic vehicles as I run my diagnostic business out of the back of it. Welcome to the MDX family! They’re also fantastic in the snow! Passwords can be found online or with a call from the dealer
I have a question if about the trans mine my a weird gear chattering noise @55 mph and makes the same noise before 45 but it very subtle you'd have to make it do it but @ 55 mph definitely hear it I was wondering changing the fluid and changing the solenoids would help?
Hey, trying my luck here but I have an 03 mdx with 300k kilometers on it and the all wheel drive doesn't work. The vtm4 light on the dash stays on all the time. Is there any easy way to fix this or I should just forget about it and drive it in 2wheel drives till car is done for? Other than that everything else is working great on the car, just redid the brakes.
@@Frost_Tiger torque converter shudder, put it in d4 unless your going 55mph + and it will stop
@@drewruf3178 I'll try it out hopefully it stops thanks
@@Frost_Tiger not to worry you but my 03 did the same and started to around 45 mph the rpm keep pegging back and forth, all and all it was the torque converter
You can get a radio code generated either thru the dealer or on ebay for a few dollars. You will need the serial number off of the unit to generate the code.
we had one same year and same color for about 18 years in our family. my father bought it as a dealer demo from a Dallas based acura dealership. it was my sisters first car, my first car and my brothers first car. it recently got totaled and it felt awful when we went to the tow yard to empty it out. seeing on this channel just flooded in memories and a tiny tear. thanks wizard, im excited to watch future videos on this!
Yeah, losing a faithful rig that provided years of service is always painful.
have a question I thought these had the bad transmission from the accord-ish models?? I wanted to get one of these but I remember Honda having those transmission issues in the 2000s
@@JDMHaze honestly I was sold on that idea too without being able to verify it personally. Until one of my relatives got a 2003 mdx with the original transmission. It’s now at 250000+ miles with just regular maintenance it was around 180000 when they got it. I myself own one now cause I fell in love with the car. Mine is a 2005 with 228000 on the clock and still got the original transmission. So I really can’t tell if the problem is maintenance wise.
For the radio code you can just call the Acura dealer. As long as you’re the registered owner they will give you the code. Just need the VIN number.
MDX is decent, the transmission had issues. Radio you might want to try holding the power button in for a few minutes
Please let me know if you want to sell, these 1st gen MDXs are excellent cars. Had 5 in my family all went over 300k miles and one is at 500k miles! Only issue with these are the weak transmissions.
My 03 MDX has 278,000 and still going strong , has never left me stranded and is easily the best car I have ever owned , yes I maintain it very well and I do all the work myself ... retired mechanic
Hey, Jeff I have gotten a 2004 Mdx 236k I’ve Replaced both motors and converter still won’t go over 70mphs any fix recommendations?
That's encouraging. My 03 had 178000 and I really can't afford a new car I'm hoping to have this for a while.
I recently bought a 2003 Acura MDX silver in near excellent cosmetic and mechanical condition, all the options, paid only 1200 for it
First gen MDX was always my favorite.
Although early years could have transmission issue
Junk torque converter will do it
I still can't believe he paid 3k for this. For a mechanic of his caliber how does he not know about the terrible history of the torque converters on these things. I bet when he gets it up to temp the tranny will do some weird things. TQ lockup happens when you drive slowly and it kills the trans prematurely. No fluid filter or maintenance change can save it. Its the tune in the computer that is required to be done so the TQ doesn't self-destruct.
@@petarpetrik487 i know how terrible hondas with a v6 and automatic trans from this era are, im sure he knows too, but to him and a lot of other people, 3k could buy a MUCH worse car. I've seen people buy used X5 for that price and more, I'd trust the MDX more. I had a 2004 acura tl, those transmissions are terrible and are known for going out and being jerky, mine went out twice lol. I babied it when i had it rebuilt, it still went out on me. I regret not getting a manual transmission for that car, I would've loved it otherwise
I saw on on Craigslist this morning for 1700. It's nice. It just needs wheel bearings.
@@hoopty. for that price I could buy a decent old Toyota Sienna, like I said there much better cars for your money, my opinion is MDX is not worth it but hey if you feel like it’s your only option 🤷♂️
The code is a sticker typically under the center console cover or inside glove box
Friend of mine has that same generation MDX. His parents bought it new, and he’s still driving it past 450k miles. Bravo to Honda/Toyota on reliability.
Some guy had a Harley out the other morning dropping kids off at school and the temp was in the single digits and the roads were still ice/snow covered in spots. Up here in Wisconsin this isn't uncommon.
I had 410,000 miles on my 2006 MDX. The blend doors were messing up so I sold it and bought my 2015. Great cars!
My mix door is making noise. It's pretty easy to get to. It only makes noise when it's hot out as it was a TX car. It never gets cold there so the heater side works fine.
@@ne2i super easy fix for anyone handy with some basic tools. Easy to find how to’s in forums.
@@whatiswrongwithus thanks My wife said it stuck on full hot. I have one on order. The cool thing about Hondas is that the HVAC is so easy to service. I changed the evaporator core and it wasn't too bad. It all comes out the glove box. All of the Hondas I've had over the years were like this.
We still have our 2006 MDX the only car we bought brand new and it is running like a champ with regular maintenance still with around 220k miles. We also have a 2016 MDX that's currently the family car.
Be sure to check for rust where the rear subframe bolts to the unibody. It's a common problem, most prevalent on the drivers side. Affects all 1st generation MDXs (01-06) and Pilots (03-08) that have been subjected to salty winters.
At 11:20 time stamp, wizard points to rear A/C lines. The steel clamp 5 inches forward where the lines go inside to the rear evaporator rusted and swelled, piercing the line, causing a R134 leak on my 2005. Change that clamp!
Ive had a 01 and 06 mdx, great bang for the buck, awd is great and 3rd row is nice to have. one tip add a large transmission cooler and the transmission will be happier
My brother just sold his 02' MDX (white on tan) with some little body damage and 120K miles perfect running condition and new tires for $2000, you just gotta look for the deals and don't rush into the buys.
The exterior appearance of it before repairs really gives it the winter beater look, I love it. Also that PS line, as a Honda owner of that era, get new o rings for sure. The original ones from the factory harden up quickly and gets air in. Sounds like a Ford PS Pump when they kick they get real bad.
Currently driving an 03 with 196k on it. Did a strut/shock replacement and a full bushing update .Biggest improvement was a 3x3 trans flush ( $46 for fluids, $75 for my mechanic to do the labor). added Lucas on final pass. drives like new. Great vehicle!
Hey, I have gotten a 2004 Mdx 236k I’ve Replaced both motors and converter still won’t go over 70mphs any fix recommendations?
Tyler's a bad influence on you, Wizard! XD
Seriously, for such little issues, you got a good deal. Nice winter vehicle.
Car Wizard I have an 02- I hear 03 was a good year. These are gems just like the 1st gen land rover discovery. I owned one too! If you know how to fix them. Transmission solenoids get clogged. Solenoids are fairly inexpensive except the dual linear one. How do I diagnose which one is going bad? Because I want to keep things at a budget, I don’t have money to change all solenoids mechanic labor adds up real quick $$$. I want to detect the one that is bad.
I had a 2003 MDX for my first car. Sold it for 1500 since it had 200K miles and several accidents on its history... but it never once left me stranded
We have a 2008 Acura TL Type S with the same radio and navigation system as the vehicle you purchased.
One persistent problem with the vehicle is that the Acura Link system will completely drain the battery if the car sits for more than 2 weeks. The dealer was never able to resolve the problem, so it’s not the car you want to leave in long-term parking at the airport if you take a trip.😉
Otherwise, it’s a great driving car with the same 3.5 liter engine as yours. We always keep it on a trickle charger because of the battery drain. As you have noticed, the radio and the nav. system each require a separate unique code to be entered in order to operate again, if they are unpowered, as happens if you try to pull the fuse powering the Acura Link system or any time the battery is disconnected.
This makes it a pain to use a knife switch to save the battery when it is not convenient to plug-in the trickle charger, as each time we have to enter both codes before we drive away.
We have no idea why Acura considered the radio and nav screen so valuable as to need these codes, but to us they are simply a pain in the posterior, and none of our other vehicles require this unnecessary step. These codes aren’t even any good for theft prevention, as a thief will not know about them until after he/she has already stolen these devices and tries to sell them.
If you find a way to permanently disable these anti-theft code requirements we would love to hear about it.
Congrats on both of your new purchases, and we hope they work well for you!
I’ve got a 2006 MDX with 273k, still all original engine and transmission for 3k. The only issues I have had was the alternator and the rear main seal is on its way out
I had a 2003 Acura MDX back in the day. Same color too; I thought it might be mine! (but slight trim differences) Wizard mentioned the navigation system. Despite the large screen, there is no navigation included. Infotainment systems started around 2010. You can get the code from manufacturer if you have the VIN and serial #; that you can find by taking out the radio. Greta video, cannot wait to see Wizard ride the Harley!
5:36 If you open the glove box and look on the left hand side, there should be a little sticker with the radio and navi codes.
I wonder if he found it???
Worst case scenario the dealer will also provide the code for free if you provide your vin. At least they did for me in Canada.
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@@ChrisCam01 thats how i got the code for my 02 TL
@@christopherhamilton5557 hahah Wizard will not even tell us. He is the wizard with the magic wand....
Don't know for sure, but if the radio is factory, I had a 2000 Civic and the code was inside the fuse box panel. Worth looking.
Always interesting to see how a mechanic "buys" parts for personal vehicle vs selling parts to a customer.
REALLY....new rotors and used pads...WOW!
Mr. P
Instead of "triangle tires", use square tires instead for better performance. It says to do so in the street mechanic manual.
I recently had the occasion to look one over, out of curiosity, of the same year model but it was a "dove gray" color. That particular vehicle had almost 200,000 miles on it but had been garage kept by its original owner and dealer serviced only. Sale price? $12,500.00 FIRM! You stole your truck! The used pickup/SUV market is out of control here in the Southeast with a decent "beater" often selling for almost new, for any given model year, prices. Thankfully The Lovely Bride and I purchased the '05 Chevy Colorado Z71 4X4 crew cab, 3.5L 5cyl, LS that I utilize for hunting and fishing trips before the market went totally fool!
Worst part for myself when riding in cold weather was my hands the rest of me was blocked by leather and not to bad but even with cold weather gloves etc my hands hurt so bad after an hour or two on a trip at 60-70 mph , thanks again
Nice work, Wizard. 👍 We just snagged a 2009 Taurus Limited for $900. 🎉
I’ve picked up 2 of these here in North Texas for $1000.00 each! The first one is an 04, Pearl white, front seats are typical, but the body is perfect. 275K miles and the only thing I could find wrong was the cats were all clogged. It has sat for a couple of years and wouldn’t pass inspection. Everything else works! Put another grand in it and figure i can get 4 grand for it.
The 2nd one is an 03. Silver with an immaculate interior. Must’ve been garaged. 225K. I’m told the torque converter is bad. All the transmission fluid was in a pool under it.
I’ve always wanted to pull one of these apart so that’s about to happen.
I’ve purchased 4 Acuras and 1 Odyssey for a grand each over the last 18 months. The Odyssey is an 06 Touring with 160K with a transmission that slips when hot.
They’re plentiful in my area, rust free, and all the power goodies work especially the A/C.
Love your Chanel man
Lemme get some parts from u 😅
The transmissions are common failures for these MDXs and they also tend to have parasitic draws on them. I’ll look forward to you doing those repairs If they pop up on your MDX!
Had an '04 mdx, got rid of it around 250,000 miles. you can call acura with the vin# to get the radio code. Good Luck!
Been waiting to see another Acura on this channel. I love my first-gen CL.
Fun fact: These were designed, developed, and built in North America. As every MDX generation.
Triangle is a Chinese manufacturer and not a small one.
Were the cheapest summer tires for a project car last year. TH201 "Sportex "
Surprisingly... Awesome!
Poor Mans Michelin Pilot Sport
But wouldnt buy their snow tires at the moment.
Got 05 MDX... so reliable, hardly need anything other than regular service. Fun fact... even 2022 MDX has similar fuel mileage... no major economy improvment... I guess something to do with aerodynamic. Be sure to install transmission cooler and upgrade the power steering cooler while you are at it (usually upgraded with towing package by dealer).
Steering wheels, it is so easy to protect them for so little, have had mine covered since day one so is as pristine as the day it was delivered 8 years ago, footwells, front seats & the rear deck.
I'm happy for you Mr. Wizard
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The radio code you can sometimes find on the inside of the glove box. Or you can call the dealer with the vin and they can give it to you.
Keep an eye on the transmission. Those were bad
THAT BIKE! I love it. Please do a whole video on it. Please.
Definitely check the glove box. Some of those had the code on the BACK of the radio chassis or the underside. The most important thing is the transmission. If its healthy, you are in great shape. They usually go around 250K. Good deal for what the Wizard needs it for.
That car has held up better them most on the road. Looks like it's wasn't abused, just driven.
Go to the dealer they can reset the password for the radio
You don’t have to. You can get the code for the radio online.
that's how I fixed mine after replacing the battery
That radio lockout was such a PITA at the dealership. I'd label print that code and stick it to the inside glove box lid.
Thankfully Acura smartened up and doesn't lock the radio anymore lol. Got tired of unlocking them damn things bc the new buyers don't have the code. Such a ridiculous idea they had lol
@@stewiegriffin88 All the car manufactures were using lock-out codes for a while. My Volvo had it. The previous owner just wrote it in magic marker under the console lid.
You can use the Harley for an anchor on your yacht.
i sold an '01 MDX with nearly 200k miles on it back in 2015. Dealer trade in. they gave me $2500 for it. So yeah, in this used car market, that's a steal.
My old Acura had numbers on the side of the glovebox when you open it ; the side facing the driver.. one of those numbers should be radio code
Beautiful bike, not really a bike person but its good to see the wizard rewarding himself not only for the hard work he does for people, but also for providing a proffesional service whilst being authentic, transparent and working with integrity, business isn't just about making a quick buck and maximising those single opportunities, when it comes to money, some people are short sighted always looking for the quick buck, an easy way of generating income by taking advantage someones lack of knowledge but when you see the bigger picture, it's about creating a meaningful relationship with someone based on trust through behing honest, transparent and genuine by adding knowledge and offering solutions in a clear manner based on logic which the wizard does perfectly, that's why his customers are loyal and that's why i support this channel. ☝🏽
If I could work on the Acura MDX with The Car Wizards and Long Beachs I would drink the shot of whiskey and puff on the Cannabis Cigars with them and get all schmoked up
I bought a 07 Acura TL type S with 239,000 miles one owner for $3,000. I put 2,500 in parts and tires, not one issue in the last 2 years. Got to love the dependability.
In June of 2007 we bought a new nighthawk black TL typeS - we loved it. We kept it 9- years 145,000 miles. It looked like new, meticulously maintained. Loved it. Beautiful car. One of my favorite we had 3 CL coupes - loved them too. We bought a 2003 CL typeS - a drunk driver hit us after owning for five days. We were so sad!!
oh it looks like your precious, so reliable, wonderful Honda has some issues. So much better than a domestic. NOT
Brother, I would check that timing belt for power steering fluid… guaranteed you will need to replace that belt if it got saturated with Power Steering Fluid. Secondly, oil from the flywheel cover indicates a Rear Main Seal leak!
The code should be in the glove box, open the door look on the left side.
One common issue with these is transmission fluid and coolant mixing due to a rusted out line at the bottom of the radiator. I’m sure there’s plenty of these documented but fixing it before it fails is definitely worth the money.
It happened to my parents Pilot and they got lucky since it was in their driveway when it failed. If they’d been driving, they would’ve needed a new transmission.
That is basically the fancy version of my 05 pilot that thing will never die they are great man vans mine is in less than perfect condition compared to yours but it's a car I don't care about I have hit a few deer in it put it in a ditch
The perfect mechanic's car. You might just get more use out of it than you bargained for.
My son and scotty kilmer brought me here! Enjoy your content!
I have an 01 MDX with 281,000. Love it for the winter. Yes it did need a transmission. I bought it that way.
New quality tires, and fresh shocks, and it’ll ride like new. Then the other small repairs and it’ll be set.
These are great and real nice too! Luxurious enough and super reliable, my neighbor has one with 280k. My Lexus IS just behind him at 279k haha! We’re racing to 300k
I have that EXACT Acura same color and same paint peel on the front. Mine has 200k on. Houston TX car. Immaculate underneath. I changed the rear catalytic converter ant the bolts came right off. The transmissions can be a problem. I put a transmission cooler on as they run really hot. Also there are finger screens on the shift solenoid's that can plug up and make it shift erratically. They are easily accessible on the outer case. These need good Honda transmission fluid and they need it changed often. This car played yoeman duty pulled behind my diesel pusher rv for many years. Great vehicle you'll love it.
Spoke too soon the blend door actuator just stuck on full meltdown. Thankfully they are easy to get to and not to expensive.
I bought a 2005 MDX about 3 years ago for 3500. It only had 115,000 miles on it. The paint is doing the same thing but it's had the sun and heat of AZ to help it along. The headlights are my biggest problem. Tried buffing them out and still dim. Trying not to have to replace the lenses due to funds. Just had to replace the alt/battery, ac compressor and brakes. But runs like a champ. Good in the sand as well as the snow. Gas mileage sucks but new plugs and injectors are next on my list. Have fun with both of your new rides. Love the paint job on the bike, sweet ride. 👍
Mrs. Wizard is precious! Had me chuckling!
I saw a mdx with bad cats for 500 bucks it looked nice but supposedly the cats were 1500 each for 2 ... so I bought it and used it as a woods bomber
Mrs. Wizard is the voice of reason.
It's very good considering it's nearly 20 years old, worth spending a few dollars on and tidying up 👍
Transfer case fluid forgotten... I build maintenance menus for a living. I have Honda and Acura dealers arguing with me that there's no transfer case on those vehicles.
I'd buy it for 3k. That is the transmission and transfer case that made it into the 06-08 Pilot and 06 and up Ridgeline. Not as bad as the 03-05 Pilot or Odyssey. As long as you do drain and fill of transmission and VTM every 30k, they'll last. 143k on the clock, plenty of life in that thing. Likely replace sway bar end links, and compliance bushings are probably toast if it is chewing up tires. Oil pan leaking on that side is rare, usually it is the oil pump leaking on the other side, which usually happens around 200k.
10:22 fellas allways take your fill plug out first as well cause if you drain it then then your fill plug is frozen then a 40 minute fluid change turned into a whole day or maybe two
"Used car market is scary!" is an understatement, It's entered the 5th dimension of hell.
there is a youtube video to get the device code or check the side of the glove box. use device code and vin to get radio code.
If it's 68 degrees or below, grab the car keys. 😂👍
volvo 240 wagon is probably one of the best cars for snow.
For the radio code check for a sticker on the side of the glove box or taped to a fuse cover in kick panel or even under the hood.
actually in this case, he's more than likely going to have to extract the radio and get the serial number for it and then he can call Honda and request the security code!
Why would they bother to put an anti theft code in the radio if the code was stamped on the car itself?
It’s just a fairly common thing you will find with Hondas. Not sure if the dealers were the ones to put the sticker in these places I listed but I worked in the car audio industry for about 10 years and many times I would find the code that way. If you can’t find the code in the car then yes you will need to give a dealer the radio serial number and if they are nice they will give you the code.
@@mattvanourney128 oh yeah I'm a long time Honda owner and that happens all the time on those cars!
@@mds2465 He does not have to pull the radio. Pressing 1 and 6 on the head unit will give the serial number, and he can call Acura (assuming the hidden unlabelled sticker in the glovebox/fusebox is gone).
Hoovie has lots of hoopties that were finished and paid so its time to invest in more Wizardmobiles.
I just bought a 05' MDX for $4k a month ago with absolutely nothing wrong with it besides needing an oil change. It does have over 200k miles but runs and drives perfectly. The AWD (VTM-4) will get you out of any situation. You'll like your new ride Wizard.
Do you take it on road trips recently and what kind of maintenance have you had?
Better check those cam chain tensioners. Those early twin cams are ticking time bombs.
Triangle is a Chinese tire brand. I have a set on my 2015 Mustang GT only because they came on the rims that I bought used from someone to have a set of winter and summer tires. They had good tread on them, practically brand new. They are really good in the dry. Actually have lots of grip. In the wet, dial it back some quite a bit.
Very popular in Baltimore City, Easily a $4500-5000 car from your local instagram car salesman
It’s still a POS.
I bought a 2002 MDX with 155k miles for only $1700.. It's in prestine condition. Incredible car. 3 rows of tan leather seats, moon roof..ect. ect.. No dents, no rust-- absolutely NOTHING leaks on this thing. Tires must have been changed recently- 90% tread at least. What a find.
Made by triangle and rides like a triangle...my drink came thru my nose. 😝😃
Congrats on the HD, wiz!!
I'm loving Mrs Wizard's sense of humour!
Thanks for posting.
Those wheels on the Harley are SICK
The heat some mdx cars have dual fans if one fan fails the other stays working how you tell is easy crank on the heat full blast with the fan on if your fan blows full throttle right away the 2nd fan isn't working because the 2nd fan usually has a regulator that controls voltage to the second fan hince the jet engine sound when it fails no big problem and usually isn't worth fixing unless you want a challenge
TO FIX RADIO: 1.unplug power to antenna in the rear
2. Enter radio code for Manuel or From Internet
3. Plug back in and you should be good to go
4. Thank me later lol
Car wizard looking more and more like a TH-camr and less and less like a mechanic…. Love the growth
Funny
I have about 230,000 on my 2007 RDX. I snapped a CV joint but otherwise just scheduled maintenance. My son took it to college in Colorado mountains. A set of snow tires makes it a beast in the snow. He loves it. The stock sound system is really nice too. I broke the beauty cover on the engine so I just left it out. Unfortunately he slid sideways into a pole trying to avoid a deer. He was ready to scrap it but I told him to act like a broke college student. A sledge hammer to the fender got I off the tire. He had to tape the rear window and door permanently shut. Now he loves it even more because he isn't afraid of damaging it
That is growth?
Look for a sticker in the glove box for your navigation system code