Why Does My Older Acura MDX Vibrate or Burn Oil?

You can look for the common signs that your Acura is suffering from VCM-related mechanical problems.

• The oil level is dropping faster than normal.  If you frequently need to top up your oil, it’s likely because VCM allows oil to seep past deactivated cylinders and burn off.
• Your car sounds or feels rough at idle. This is caused by spark plug fouling in the cylinders as they cycle on and off. 
• You see a Check Engine Light or Emissions light. This could be a direct result of issues with the VCM. It could also be another electrical, mechanical, or sensor fault.

When you bring your car to an independent Acura repair mechanic at Dee Pat’s Awsomotive, we will deploy our knowledge, experience, and advanced diagnostic tools to pinpoint the issue. While we can’t fix inherent design flaws with the older VCM system, we can replace affected components and add significant life to your vehicle. Older Acura MDX models are well-known to run for 200,000+ miles with professional maintenance.

Dee Pat’s Awsomotive is one of the highest-rated auto repair shops in Suffolk County. We have extensive experience repairing and maintaining Acura models  from the earliest Integra to modern MDXs and ADXs.

When you bring your MDX in for potential VCM problems, we don’t just assume the cause. We systematically diagnose your car based on symptoms you’ve experienced, our own technical knowledge, and computer diagnostics directly from your vehicle.

Most importantly, we’re a full-service auto repair shop in Suffolk County, so whatever the underlying problem is, we can offer cost-efficient repairs with high-quality OEM or aftermarket parts.