What should I do if my Honda Odyssey piston rings are not working?

What should I do if my Honda Odyssey piston rings are not working?

Corrective action: Dealers will inspect and diagnose affected cylinders, clean the pistons and replace the piston rings and spark plugs as necessary. On 2011 models only, dealers will also perform a software update to the powertrain control module.

Do you need VCM system on Honda Odyssey?

Yep that sounds about right, you must have a VCM system in your odyssey, when your rings are bad and your VCM system engages, a piston a still moving while the spark and fuel are disengaged along with the movement of the valves in that particular cylinder.

What to do if your Honda Odyssey is declared a total loss?

This warranty extension doesn’t apply to any vehicle ever declared a total loss or having a branded or similar title under any state’s law. What owners should do: Call your local dealer with your vehicle’s identification number to determine if it’s involved in this service bulletin.

Is there an extended warranty on a Honda Odyssey?

FWIW, there was a Honda extended warranty for this issue, caused by the VCM (thus the need to “muzzle” the VCM) Your Odyssey is probably beyond the extended warranty period, but you might have some success if you elevate your situation, and plead your case, to Honda corporate. What are they basing it on? What tests did they do?

Corrective action: Dealers will inspect and diagnose affected cylinders, clean the pistons and replace the piston rings and spark plugs as necessary. On 2011 models only, dealers will also perform a software update to the powertrain control module.

Is the windshield on a Honda Odyssey genuine?

We offer a full selection of genuine Honda Odyssey Windshields, engineered specifically to restore factory performance. Please narrow the Glass Windshield results by selecting the vehicle.

This warranty extension doesn’t apply to any vehicle ever declared a total loss or having a branded or similar title under any state’s law. What owners should do: Call your local dealer with your vehicle’s identification number to determine if it’s involved in this service bulletin.

Where can I get service on my Honda Odyssey?

You can also call Honda directly at 800-999-1009 or NHTSA at 888-327-4236. Reference TSB No. 13-081. Need to find a dealer for service?

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