On 06/06/2012 06:01 PM, Tegger wrote:
> Big > wrote in
> :
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>> On 6/5/2012 9:52 PM, Tegger wrote:
>>> Big > wrote in
>>> news:jqm523$gdp$1 @dont-email.me:
>>>
>>>> Problems with windshield wipers..
>>>>
>>>> With the multi-function switch in the OFF position; wipers run on
>>>> low speed. Will not shut off at all. Have to turn ignition off to
>>>> stop wipers. Wipers will stop at any point on the windshield when
>>>> ignition is turned off. Have to have pulled the fuse to stop wipers
>>>> when driving.
>>>>
>>>> With the multi-function switch in the INTERMITTENT position; wipers
>>>> run on low speed.
>>>>
>>>> With the multi-function switch in the HIGH position; wipers run on
>>>> high speed.
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Is this a 2-door model?
>>>
>>>
>>>
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>> 2-door
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> There is a TSB out on this very problem.
>
> TSB 00-031 says the park-position reed-switch inside the motor is broken.
> The cure is replacment of the motor.

ok, but how is this relevant to whether it's a 2-door? the tsb list of
affected vehicles is for u.s.-produced, both 2 and 4 door
configurations. and i've never seen a honda where they differentiate on
componentry at that level.


>
> Those motors are pretty pricey, new. You may be able to find a used one at
> a wrecking yard, or at www.car-part.com
>
> If you're feeling adventurous, you may want to try pulling the motor apart
> and see if you can McGyver-up some sort of DIY fix for the reed-switch.

reed switches can be very problematic. apart from the difficulty in
finding one the right size, their glass envelope can be disappointingly
easy to break while trying to manipulate in a retrofit situation. if
this were a vintage vehicle with no parts available and this was the
only repair option, go ahead. but frankly, it's much easier to simply
replace the motor for a few bucks from a junkyard. [depending on
whether the donor is a 2 or 4 door. not.]


> I've never done this, myself, so you're on your own on that one.
>


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