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What is this discussion about? Honda Civic, Honda Civic del Sol, Honda Civic CRX, Coupe, Hatchback, Sedan

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#3798 of 5207 Re: Wiper Controls [asg2307] by alcan

May 18, 2005 (9:29 am)

Replying to: asg2307 (May 16, 2005 6:14 am)
My info only goes back as far as '88 Civic, but this should be the same procedure as the '85. If your radio has a theft-lock, record the code prior to disconnecting the battery:
 
Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch
Honda Civic/CRX/del Sol 1984-1995 Repair Guide
 
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
1988-91 Models
 
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the upper and lower steering column covers.
Disconnect the connectors from the switch.
Remove the switch retaining screws and slide the switch from its mount.
 
To install:
Install the new switch in position and connect the electrical leads.
Install the upper and lower steering column covers.

#3799 of 5207 1997 Civic DX SRS light by dead9uy

May 19, 2005 (2:06 pm)

This morning I noticed that my srs dash light came on as I shifted into 2nd gear. I got on the highway and drove for awhile with no change. When I exited and came to a stop the light went off. As soon as I accellerated again it came back. I can't figure how that light could be connected to accelleration? Any thoughts?

#3800 of 5207 Looking for Local clubs and Advice by 87civichatch

May 19, 2005 (11:30 pm)

Hi, I'm looking for Honda clubs in the DC area where I can get some advice on how to treat my 87 civic hatchback.
I thought I posted a message along these lines yesterday, but I don't see it in the forum yet, so here goes again.
Thanks.

#3801 of 5207 Re: front end clunking [gx222] by ddechaine

May 20, 2005 (4:07 am)

Replying to: gx222 (Apr 29, 2005 12:05 pm)
Don't wait to have the clunking thing looked into. It cost me less then $10.00 and ten minutes of my time to diagnosis and repair. Get under your civic locate sway bar. If when you move your sway bar by hand it moves the bushing need to be replaced. you can do this yourself. Two screws one on each bushing. Your car will run like new.

#3802 of 5207 pour gas mileage by ddechaine

May 20, 2005 (4:15 am)

I've owned this 2001 Civic since it was new. I live in Maine on about Oct when the air temp gets into the 50's of each year my gas mileage drops off as much as 8 mpg. This will continue until the air temp gets around 60 degrees. Is this common?

#3803 of 5207 Re: pour gas mileage [ddechaine] by blueiedgod

May 20, 2005 (5:01 am)

Replying to: ddechaine (May 20, 2005 4:15 am)
I've owned this 2001 Civic since it was new. I live in Maine on about Oct when the air temp gets into the 50's of each year my gas mileage drops off as much as 8 mpg. This will continue until the air temp gets around 60 degrees. Is this common?
 
Your gas station switches to winter gas, which will give you lower MPG's. Are you warming up the car? That will lower your MPG's as well. According to Honda it is OK to drive cold.

#3804 of 5207 Please help!! by jessieg

May 20, 2005 (6:56 am)

I have a 1997 Honda Civic LX and a few days ago I noticed that it seemed like it didn't want to shift gears normally (it's an automatic). It's been getting worse each time I drive it. Then this morning the warning light went on, which in the manual is a "malfunction indicator lamp." Does anyone have any idea what could be the problem? I'm worried that it's my transmission and that it's going to cost a lot. If anyone knows anything about what this could be, I'd appreciate it! Thanks.

#3805 of 5207 New 2005 Honda Civic problem by civic_vp

May 20, 2005 (4:10 pm)

I just purchased a 2005 Civic VP 4DR Auto. About 3 hours after delivery and 40 miles of driving, I experienced a mechanical problem with the vehicle. While in my level driveway, I started the car, kept my foot on the brake, and shifted into reverse (auto transmission). The car immediately lunged backward as if I pressed the accelerator to the floor. My foot never left the brake pedal. I immediately shifted into neutral and shut off the engine, then I restarted and everything was normal. The car did not come equipped with floor mats. I immediately called the Honda salesperson and he said to park it and have it towed in. The next morning the car was towed into the service dept. They ran a series of road and computer diagnostics and found no problem. I told them that I wished to return the vehicle and reported the problem to American Honda. The dealer said that they have a 72 hour exchange/upgrade policy but NO return policy. The dealer still has the car since I refused to drive it. What are my options.?????

#3806 of 5207 Re: New 2005 Honda Civic problem [civic_vp] by gx222

May 20, 2005 (9:04 pm)

Replying to: civic_vp (May 20, 2005 4:10 pm)
Sorry to hear about your car's problem. Must be very frustrating, especially since its brand new.
 
One thing you might want to do is file a report with the NHTSA, you can do it online at http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/ivoq/
 
Problems are tracked and that will help other owners, although won't probably help you at this point.

#3807 of 5207 Re: front end clunking [ddechaine] by gx222

May 20, 2005 (9:08 pm)

Replying to: ddechaine (May 20, 2005 4:07 am)
My dealer looked at the problem and said there was nothing wrong. It still makes the noise. I'll look under the car, but I find it hard to believe it would need new bushings already, a new car shouldn't start clunking at only 10,000 miles.

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