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Hi there. Thanks for writing into YourMechanic.com. It is quite possible that the AC compressor is the source of the loud noise you are hearing with your Honda Odyssey. Typically when the compressor begins to fail, it's an inner bearing...
Hi there. Yes, it is quite possible that you have a short in the electrical connection from the battery to the alternator or inside the alternator output. This is typically what causes the type of issue you're describing. In most...
Hello. It is possible that the clutch or the compressor is bad, but most of the time on this vehicle the primary cause of an air conditioning failure when the system is full is a bad clutch relay. The relay...
Hi there. It really depends on what the noise sounds like that would determine what is causing the noise. Over time, the sound insulation from doors will wear out and noises will become louder. However, if you're hearing a grinding...
Hello, thank you for writing in. The charging system is rather simple including the alternator, battery, and the cables. If you have tested the alternator off of the vehicle, there may be another component in the system that is causing...
Hi There, It sounds like you may have a bad AC condenser. The A/C uses a compressor to turn a refrigerant gas, usually Freon, into a liquid concentrating its heat. In this state, it passes through conductive pipes in a...
Hi there. If you're planning on buying a newer car in the next year, then it might be beneficial for you to do so before investing money in repairs on your current Odyssey. In general, AC repairs can range from...
Hi there. In most cases, this problem is caused by air flow to the AC condenser. If you have a condenser that is clogged with bugs and dirt this could be the source of your problem as well. It is...
Hi there. Since the check engine light is coming on I would have to scan the computer for codes to see what is happening. It sounds like you may have an intermittent issue. Most of the time this is caused...
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Hi There, When the threads in the oil pan drain plug are stripped, in some cases they are able to be re-threaded and used properly again. In severe cases, unfortunately depending on how bad they are stripped it may be...
Hi there. The vehicle stability assist (VSA) Off light is located on the instrument panel and illuminates whenever the VSA system is deactivated. When the VSA system is reactivated, the light will disappear. I would assume that this particular warning...
Hi there. The Turbine Shaft Sensor measures the input shaft speed of the automatic transmission and is located on the side of the transmission. There is also an output speed sensor as well. The best way to receive a price...
The battery light is telling you that there is a malfunction in the charging system. The smell might be fluid leak, or if there is an electrical problem you might be smelling burning insulation. When the charging system is not...
What you are describing sounds like a faulty starter solenoid. A faulty starter solenoid will generally produce a clicking sound when turning the key. The starter solenoid is located on the starter and has internal electrical contacts that transmit electricity...
Vibration on braking is typically due to excessive thickness variation in the brake rotor, pad defects, or excessive rotor runout as the rotor sits on the wheel hub. As installed on the wheel hub, rotor run-out should be measured by...
If the sound is a bit of a clunking or clicking sound when accelerating hard, this may be related to bad CV joints. What you are describing sounds like a failing CV joint. A CV (Constant Velocity) joint is a...
Hi There, This code indicates that there is a what is known as a "signal line failure." You will need to check the connections between the PCM and ABS/TCS control unit. If the wires are good, then you will need...
Hi there. In all honestly, the symptoms you are describing can be multiple sources, from wheel bearings (as the initial mechanic thought) to warped brake rotor, excessive wear on CV joints, or transmission components. It's also possible that a drive...
