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#12 of 21 Re: Stresses [pf_flyer] by jonathann May 17, 2008 (6:07 am)
Replying to: pf_flyer (May 17, 2008 5:13 am) Thank you.   Now that you mention it, I think I lowered the drivers side window at the time of the stress crack.   Even though the window is in the drivers door, lowering it took stress off the front door frame, which pushes against the windshield frame, so the minor pressure difference could have triggered the crack.   Only the outside sheet of glass cracked so it also could have been the result of an stone strike just waiting to happen. Replies to this message: pf_flyer (May 17, 2008 6:19 am)
#13 of 21 Re: Stresses [jonathann] by pf_flyer HOST May 17, 2008 (6:19 am)
Replying to: jonathann (May 17, 2008 6:07 am) I'm not sure I'd connect the side window to the "stress equation". Like I said, the stress in my windshield seemed to be from a mis-shaped windshield frame and perhaps there was some similar stress in your situation.   But now that you add that the crack is on the outside, you Do throw in the possibility of a stone strike and all that.   Isn't car ownership wonderful?
#14 of 21 Interior fan and A/C do not work by tonito Jul 28, 2008 (2:38 pm)
I drove my HCH 2003 to a store on this hot summer yesterday and the A/C and fan were working. But when I came back from the store and started the car, the interior fan and A/C did not work anymore, although the thermostat control lights seem ok. I have checked all the fuses and cannot see anything blown. I have disabled the Economy mode and reset the computer, but still they do not work. Where can I test the fan or A/C on this car? Appreciate any hint. Thanks.
#15 of 21 A/C problem fixed by tonito Jul 31, 2008 (8:03 am)
The power transistor module controlling the blower speed is found below the glove box. Access to it is very easy, I just followed this link: http://www.honda-tech.com/zerothread/2041582 This module has a soldered thermal fuse which was blown in my case. The fuse specs are: 2 amp, 114 degrees Celsius, glass type. I could get a replacement at an electronics store for 25 cents... But I guess replacing the whole module should not be too expensive. It is surprising that this little fuse was disabling the A/C and the blower altogether. Replies to this message: numba1billybob (Aug 28, 2008 9:24 pm)
#16 of 21 Windshield Cleaning by mimabro Aug 26, 2008 (6:53 pm)
I hesitantly bought an '05 HCH in April... I'm not really a fan of Honda, but for the price and it being a Hybrid, I couldn't turn it down. I know quite a few people who have had and currently own a Honda, it seems they are all having the same issue I have of getting their windshield clear when they clean it. I've used nearly everything to try to clean mine and the only thing that has had a small amount of success has been the Armor All Glass Wipes, but nothing seems to work too well. I've been told that the defrost leaves a film on your windshield that is nearly impossible to get off and makes it difficult to see through your windshield, especially when driving at night or when the sun is shining through. Supposedly this is linked to the coolant? Has anyone else experienced this? Any suggestions? I'd appreciate anything... I'm about to have my glass replaced so I don't have to deal with the problem for a little while. Replies to this message: targettuning (Aug 29, 2008 2:58 am) mimabro (Aug 29, 2008 6:07 pm)
#17 of 21 Re: Rattle behind instrument panel in my 2005 [oak2005] by numba1billybob Aug 28, 2008 (9:08 pm)
Replying to: oak2005 (Apr 09, 2007 4:09 pm) Hello, I bought my '03 new with a similar rattle from the get-go. Fortunatey, a rock took out the windshield within a couple of weeks and while the repair was going on,and the windshield was out, I interrupted the work and found the plastic cover at the windshield post and the plastic dash was free floating and vibrating together. I put some felt tabs( Like those anti-scratch tabs for lamps and such to protect furniture) at various points left side and right side. Been 5 years now and all is well.
#18 of 21 Re: A/C problem fixed [tonito] by numba1billybob Aug 28, 2008 (9:24 pm)
Replying to: tonito (Jul 31, 2008 8:03 am) Most excellent post my friend. Yesterday the same thing with my '03 and I ran all the fuses and relays today, definitely confused and thinking to take it in for service tomorrow! Saved by the post for sure.
#19 of 21 Re: Windshield Cleaning [mimabro] by targettuning Aug 29, 2008 (2:58 am)
Replying to: mimabro (Aug 26, 2008 6:53 pm) What the film actually is, in large part, is the outgassing of the plastics used around the interior. Yes, it does diminish over time but it seems it never quite stops e.g. we have a 1995 Stratus and I still notice this film. Smoking in the car contributes too. As for products that clean this well, try Stoners "Invisible Glass". It may be harder to find than Windex but worth the look. You are more likely to find Stoners in auto parts stores than K-Mart but I have seen it locally in Wal Mart. It comes in a spray can and recently inroduced pop up wipes.  I hope you were kidding about replacing the glass because it will start again immediately on the new glass. Replies to this message: mimabro (Aug 29, 2008 6:07 pm)
#20 of 21 Re: Windshield Cleaning [targettuning] by mimabro Aug 29, 2008 (6:07 pm)
Replying to: targettuning (Aug 29, 2008 2:58 am) Thanks for the suggestion, I'll give that a try. But no, I wouldn't actually replace it only because this was happening. I actually have a small chip in the glass on the passengers side from an acorn or something falling out of a try when I was driving. So the problem just made me consider replacing the windshield sooner. I don't smoke, nor do I let anyone smoke in my car... so luckily that isn't also contributing to the problem. Thanks again for your help!
#21 of 21 Re: creaky steering wheel [dantheman4] by rogerb46 Mar 17, 2009 (9:28 am)
Replying to: dantheman4 (Sep 27, 2006 11:03 am) I too have a creak in my 03 CVH, but it seems to be coming from the right rear suspension at low speeds (up to 20 mph). I took it in but they said it was OK. Are there strut bearings in the rear as well? BTW I read that items in the trunk could make that kind of noise but I took everything out except the spare - no change. My 7 year warranty will expire in September! Thanks for any assistance.

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