[jppelec]

This is from another Passport group. I received the same letter today.

 

[CC_Marauder]

TFS

 

[Showbizkid]

Got the letter after going to the dealer for the recall software update regarding the Auto-Stop system. Interestingly, now that they have performed the update, auto-start has not activated a single time. Hmmm...

 

[Bosetsu]

I've been charging my oem battery, but recently let it go for a week without charging. My auto-stop hasn't activated in the past couple days and just got the low battery warning light. I have the feeling that once the battery voltage gets to the 12.1-12.3 range, auto-stop just won't activate.

 

[darksky]

Got the letter after going to the dealer for the recall software update regarding the Auto-Stop system. Interestingly, now that they have performed the update, auto-start has not activated a single time. Hmmm...

Same here, but I always push the button to turn it off anyway.

 

[fx_chip]

I've been charging my oem battery, but recently let it go for a week without charging. My auto-stop hasn't activated in the past couple days and just got the low battery warning light. I have the feeling that once the battery voltage gets to the 12.1-12.3 range, auto-stop just won't activate.

The Passport does not have a visual battery voltage indicator. The battery warning light on the instrument panel is for the alternator, it comes on when your alternator is not charging the battery.

 

[Bosetsu]

The Passport does not have a visual battery voltage indicator. The battery warning light on the instrument panel is for the alternator, it comes on when your alternator is not charging the battery.

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I don't think the manual is exactly correct. There are multiple reasons for the light to come on. Most likely the voltage was getting too low on the battery. If it was the alternator, then I would definitely have needed a replacement by now. Many others have gotten the same warning after not driving the car for a while or just for short distances.

 

[JLH]

We haven't had the update done yet, but we did get the notice about the warranty extension yesterday.

 

[ballisticexchris]

This is from another Passport group. I received the same letter today.

I received my letter yesterday. This is kind of good actually. I'll end up with free valve checks/adjustments for the next 10 years. That is going to chop off at least 1.4hrs of my labor at the 60K timing belt replacement.

 

[CC_Marauder]

I received my letter yesterday. This is kind of good actually. I'll end up with free valve checks/adjustments for the next 10 years. That is going to chop off at least 1.4hrs of my labor at the 60K timing belt replacement.

I have not received my EW letter, yet. 😡

Are you certain that's how the EW reads in that any and all future valve adjustments will be covered up to an additional 10 years?

 

[ballisticexchris]

Are you certain that's how the EW reads in that any and all future valve adjustments will be covered up to an additional 10 years?

It's only related to the starting condition. You simply state you are having start/stop issues and valve check or adjustment will be required if they relays and starter check out ok.

The Passport does not have a visual battery voltage indicator. The battery warning light on the instrument panel is for the alternator, it comes on when your alternator is not charging the battery.

Mine does. I keep my cheap Fluke meter with me and check voltage periodically. Another option is to get an adapter for the cig socket that shoes voltage. Meter is just as simple though....

 

[jasonpp]

The Passport does not have a visual battery voltage indicator. The battery warning light on the instrument panel is for the alternator, it comes on when your alternator is not charging the battery.

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The display will say a message something like battery low turn off accessory mode now when the battery dips below certain voltage.

 

[CC_Marauder]

It's only related to the starting condition. You simply state you are having start/stop issues and valve check or adjustment will be required if they relays and starter check out ok.

~~I like the way you think. Sounds like you're going to get to that 60k maint issue before we will. Please share your results.

Mine does. I keep my cheap Fluke meter with me and check voltage periodically. Another option is to get an adapter for the cig socket that shoes voltage. Meter is just as simple though....

Scan Gauge FTW (as it also provides the all important transmission temperature)

 

[fx_chip]

Mine does. I keep my cheap Fluke meter with me and check voltage periodically. Another option is to get an adapter for the cig socket that shoes voltage. Meter is just as simple though....

Did Honda build any of those into your Passport or you got them third party? In case you missed the import of my response, it's - If you need to know your battery charge level you have to get a third party gizmo.

 

[KYBubblehead]

I also just got the letter, but since I always hit the button when I start the engine, I don't have - nor will I ever have, any ploblems.

 

[fx_chip]

The display will say a message something like battery low turn off accessory mode now when the battery dips below certain voltage.

Cool. Never had to cause to see that but something like this 👇 would have been more useful in keeping a driver informed of trouble.

 

[ballisticexchris]

Did Honda build any of those into your Passport or you got them third party? In case you missed the import of my response, it's - If you need to know your battery charge level you have to get a third party gizmo.

The OEM battery is built in. I simply hook up my meter periodically. Very few of the current modern vehicles in our class come with a built in voltmeter on the dash. Checking voltage is as simple as pulling the dipstick. I will say it is nice to see the voltage while driving.

Scan Gauge FTW (as it also provides the all important transmission temperature)

I personally would not recommend any of those type of devices as they put your port into diagnostic mode. This in turn overrides some the vehicles ECU and can prevent things such as air bags, ABS/antilock braking and other important features from functioning.

 

[ballisticexchris]

Another option is a Blue Sea:

https://www.bluesea.com/products/1733/Mini_OLED_DC_Voltmeter_-_Yellow

I'm rolling with the Powerwerx meters in the back of my truck. Very stout and cheap. For the passport it would be a simple install in the dash and wires passed though the wiring harness with a Firewall Grommet Wire Insertion Tool.

 

[fx_chip]

The OEM battery is built in.

If I may quote you - "common sense" is not built into that response, everyone knows the OEM battery is built in.
But your response is a bit short this time on the dozens of trucking business tools you typically pat yourself on the back for having to hook up to your vehicle. Perhaps you should reel it all out again with the usual picture? Not everyone is in the trucking business or believes it's necessary to have a personal smog meter for their Passport, but it's musing to read your list of things you - "hook up periodically."

 

[ares]

Owners of 2021-2022 Passports also receive extended warranty coverage for valve adjustment to 10 years from the original date of purchase with no mileage limitation.
Owners of 2019-2020 Passports receive Honda's extended "Go Pound Sand" warranty.

EDIT: 3/3/2023
23-009 Starter & Valve Adjustment Warranty Extension for 10 years
2019-2020 Passports that received 23-008 Software Update
It is dated Jan. 6, 2023. Has anyone with 2019/2020 Passport received this warranty extension notice.
I printed it out and put it in my Passport paperwork in case Honda service develops amnesia about this 7 years from now.

FYI, this was posted in the TSB thread.

I personally would not recommend any of those type of devices as they put your port into diagnostic mode. This in turn overrides some the vehicles ECU and can prevent things such as air bags, ABS/antilock braking and other important features from functioning.

Can someone verify this please.