Honda Accord: Defogger Wire Repair
NOTE: To make an effective repair, the broken section must be no longer than 1.0 in (25 mm).
1. Lightly rub the area around the broken section (A) with fine steel wool, then clean it with isopropyl alcohol.
2. Carefully mask above and below the broken portion of the defogger wire (B) with cellophane tape (C).
3. Using a small brush, apply a heavy coat of silver conductive paint (commercially available) (A) extending about 1/8" o n both sides of the break. Allow 25 minutes to dry.
4. Do the function test to confirm that the wire is repaired.
5. Apply a second coat of paint in the same way. Let it dry 3 hours before removing the tape.
Function Test
NOTE;
• With climate control: Before testing, troubleshoot the
B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A (see page
22-134).
• Before testing, check the No. 4 (40 A) fuse in the
under-hood fu ...
See also:
Ignition Switch Test
NOTE: SRS components are located in the area. Review
the SRS component locations 4-door (see page 24-21),
2-door (see page 24-23), and precautions and
procedures (see page 24-25) before doing repai ...
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Symptom Troubleshooting Index
Power Door Locks/Kef less
1. Check for B-CAN DTCs. If any B-CAN DTCs are Indicated, refer to the B-CAN
System Diagnosis Test Mode A (see page
22-134) and resolve them first.
2. If the door lock ...