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I have a 2009 Honda pilot. has a tapping noise when in reverse.

I have just bought a 2009 Honda pilot Ex 4WD, has done 902 miles.The VTM 4 light comes on once i start driving, and when i engage the reverse gear, i hear a tapping noise coming from the gear transmission compartment.Any idea of could be wrong?.

  • chrisagokei May 12, 2009

    Thanks Greg, that was helpful.

  • Anonymous Mar 24, 2014

    MY vtm-4 comes up while driving my Honda Pilot 2006

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VTM 4 is a traction control system designed for better traction and fuel efficiency. I'd get it back to the dealer ASAP. There seems to be a coil malfunction in the rear axle. I'd make them fully check out the rear axle in addition to checking out the coil sensors themselves. Best of luck to you!
Greg

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