A friend of mine owns a 2002 Honda Odyssey. At the time of purchase, he took an extended warrentee, from GE.

Two weeks ago, his transmission failed; requiring the installation of a rebuilt unit. The thing is, when installing a rebuilt unit, Honda suggests replacing the transmission PCM (power control module), at a cost of almost 1k.

GE picked up the cost of the transmission, but not the computer. But since my friend is required to use a new PCM, shouldn't the warrentee cover its' replacement?

Anyone have any suggestions? Also, does anyone know of any popular Honda forums, where I might also pose this question?

Thanks in advance!

Honda suggests replacing the transmission PCM

since my friend is required to use a new PCM, shouldn't the warrentee cover its' replacement?

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I'm confused, it it required or suggested?

I don't understand why the PCM would need replacing with the same type of transmission. I can understand if your friend is going to a different transmission, but not the same trans...

Damn Japanese transmissions. Which brand was it that was throwing gears again? I forget, but I know Mitsu is known for bad transmissions, too..

Thanks for the replies. Actually, while I don't think Honda makes the new PCM a mandatory upgrade, the upgrade is strongly suggested.

Thanks for the replies.  Actually, while I don't think Honda makes the new PCM a mandatory upgrade, the upgrade is strongly suggested.

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Try contacting Honda and ask why it's strongly suggested. I've never heard of that..

The wording I used came from MSN:

http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/Reliabil...yssey&trimid=-1

I can only imagine if GM tried something like this...

Try http://www.odyclub.com

Empowah, thanks!

honda is japanese. they don't break down. you are lying. go back to your room. should you cause any more trouble, the black car will come to pick you up.

honda is japanese.  they don't break down.  you are lying.  go back to your room.  should you cause any more trouble, the black car will come to pick you up.

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Funny that you should say that, for that was the reaction of many people (whose responses were said in awe): "I'm very surprised that you're having trouble. After all, it's a Honda.'

Meanwhile, a quick search across the 'net, reveals that this is a very common problem. I'm really interested in reading how CR rated this vehicle...