Intermittant Wiper Mod

[MJedi]

Hello,

I remember some time ago that someone added the intermittent wiper function to his 2G V. Did anybody try that? Or has anyone done something similar? Does anyone have a link to the procedure? I would like to do it on mine, but I can't find the post. Thanks.

[tschirtz]

I read something about that as well...... If you find it let me know, I'd like to add it too!!!!

[wangofree]

I think this might be it:

http://www.gocrvclub.org/showthread.php?s=&threadid=1354

[MJedi]

Yup, that's it. Thanks.

Has anyone done this mod? I'm a bit confused with the parts needed. Is it just the wiper stalk/switch, or do I also need a new pin connector?

Where can I get this wiper stalk?

Thanks again.

[sailorman]

Good writeup - I also thought it should have been included with the EX.
Will have to crawl under the dash and look at the fuse box.

[chiph]

Excellent mod. I'd be interested in doing it if someone can dig up the info for a 1st gen EX.

Chip H.

[Iam1RU12]

Excellent mod. I'd be interested in doing it if someone can dig up the info for a 1st gen EX.

Chip H.

Chip,
I've been playing around a little with this. I don't think the RSX stock (switch) will fit on the 1st Gen. However I think the 2nd Gen Odyessy switch will work as far as fit, I just need to find more information on it.

As far even getting the mod to work, I think we need to confirm the multiplex unit (as K24 RD6 refers to) or the integrated Control Unit on the under dash Fuse/Relay box will support variable ohms to produced the variable speed sweep.

Then it's a question of getting my hands on an Odyessy switch.

-Mike

[k24 rd6]

For anyone interested, I have a plug and play kit to add variable intermittent wipers to a gen 2. Takes less than 10 minutes to install, no cutting, splicing, adding pins or drilling. This does not require a new wiper switch.

[geobernd]

Can you post a little more info - including how to operate it?

[chiph]

Excellent mod. I'd be interested in doing it if someone can dig up the info for a 1st gen EX.

Chip H.

Chip,
I've been playing around a little with this. I don't think the RSX stock (switch) will fit on the 1st Gen. However I think the 2nd Gen Odyessy switch will work as far as fit, I just need to find more information on it.

As far even getting the mod to work, I think we need to confirm the multiplex unit (as K24 RD6 refers to) or the integrated Control Unit on the under dash Fuse/Relay box will support variable ohms to produced the variable speed sweep.

Then it's a question of getting my hands on an Odyessy switch.

-Mike

Mike -
www.car-part.com says there's a column switch for a 2002 Odyssey LX & EX available in Durham for $51 at City Auto Salvage (919 596-8191). I'm not familiar with the Odyssey, so I don't know if that year would work.

Their search tool also says there's a 1999 available in Little Rock AR (described as: wiper, LX & EX- RTS W/ASSY IN M035) for $35

But as you say, first we need to verify that the control unit would respond to a variable input. Do we know the resistance range of the stalk control? We could then hustle down to Radio Shack and buy some resistors -- one at the bottom of the range and one at the top of the range -- if the wiper behaves correctly, then we know it'll work and can spend the big bucks on the column switch itself.

Chip H.

[k24 rd6]

Can you post a little more info - including how to operate it?

You will have a knob mounted in the heat seater blank location. When turned to intermittent, this knob will vary the speed when turned.

Everything is preassembled, to install:
Remove heat seater blank plate and snap in replacement with knob preinstalled
run wiring downward to back of fuse box
Remove lower dash cover
remove connector at back of fuse box and connect to new harness
plug remaining connector of new harness to fuse box

[Morbus]

Did you get the mod working? How did you do it? I like the mod and would like to have it in my crv too...

[sailorman]

k24 rd6 - sounds good. Is this something you bought or made? How do I get one?

[Supercoach56]

I am more interested in doing the same mod that k24 rd6 did to his 02, by replacing the actual switch on the steering column. This fixed-interval setting just doesn't cut it, especially in a $23K vehicle. :roll:

Hey k24 rd6, any chance you could provide us with some specifics about what all you needed to modify to do this?

Thanks

[mdugan7000]

k24 rd6 - Where do I buy? From you? Wife wants this bad!

Wait... I want this on my 99 too! Is it possible in the same manner?

Now, my personal Whining and Complaining time...

It IS a shame that Honda did not put variable intermittent wipers on them to begin with. $8,000 Kia's and Hundai's have them. (It would be nice if no one responded back with the usual "its an entry level SUV" thing)

[OSX2000]

LOL, dates, people...this thread is a year and a half old.

[Supercoach56]

LOL, dates, people...this thread is a year and a half old.

Yeah, and it's still something that forum visitors would like info about, so what's the harm? :wink:

Since k24 rd6 still frequents the forum, there's still a chance he might provide some additional info since he seems to be the only one who has done this mod so far.

[norsepanda]

k24 rd6 posted quite a bit of info on another CRV site that has gone down. before it disappeared, i copied some info on intermittent wipers into 2 pdf files which i've kept for my future reference. i copied the files about a year ago. i haven't converted mine yet, but still plan to do so.

i'd post them publicly if i had such a place. i file is about 1 Meg, the other is about 4 Meg and includes pictures.

[Iam1RU12]

k24 rd6 posted quite a bit of info on another CRV site that has gone down. before it disappeared, i copied some info on intermittent wipers into 2 pdf files which i've kept for my future reference. i copied the files about a year ago. i haven't converted mine yet, but still plan to do so.

i'd post them publicly if i had such a place. i file is about 1 Meg, the other is about 4 Meg and includes pictures.

I can post them on my site. Just email the files to me.

-Mike

[norsepanda]

almost 7M of documents have been emailed. i think it's mostly for gen2 V's, but that's for the reader to determine, i guess.

[Supercoach56]

Norsepanda was kind enough to share his information about the wiper mod with me, and with his permission I've uploaded them for those who are interested. There are two PDF files, and you can get them at the links below.

File 1 - 1mb (http://home.comcast.net/~supercoach56/cr-v/honda_cr-v_dot_org_intermittent_wiper-1.pdf)

File 2 - 4mb (http://home.comcast.net/~supercoach56/cr-v/honda_cr-v_dot_org_intermittent_wiper-2.pdf)

To view them online, simply click on the link. To save a copy to your computer, right-click the link and select "Save Target As"

Enjoy, and a HUGE thanks to Norsepanda for collecting and saving this information and sharing it with us. 8) I hope to complete this mod within the next month or so... I'll let you know how it goes.

[blueiedgod]

Norsepanda was kind enough to share his information about the wiper mod with me, and with his permission I've uploaded them for those who are interested. There are two PDF files, and you can get them at the links below.

File 1 - 1mb (http://home.comcast.net/~supercoach56/cr-v/honda_cr-v_dot_org_intermittent_wiper-1.pdf)

File 2 - 4mb (http://home.comcast.net/~supercoach56/cr-v/honda_cr-v_dot_org_intermittent_wiper-2.pdf)

To view them online, simply click on the link. To save a copy to your computer, right-click the link and select "Save Target As"

Enjoy, and a HUGE thanks to Norsepanda for collecting and saving this information and sharing it with us. 8) I hope to complete this mod within the next month or so... I'll let you know how it goes.

Thank you Nosperada and Supercoach for sharing and hosting.

[chiph]

Thanks to NorsePanda!

Chip H.

[mdugan7000]

Wow. Nice detail. Looks pretty simple to do. I think I will go with the replacement switch as well though. That way it looks and works just like an original stock style part that every other car already has.

[blueiedgod]

Just for the air bag shy people, switch removal/replacement involves air bag removal. :-)

[blueiedgod]

Just talked to Tim at www.hondaacuraworld.com he can get RSX switch for about $70. Too bad www.fairhondapartsforyou.com does not discount Acura parts, and www.handa-accessories.com doe snot sell anything that is not on the website.

Hey RD24, if I disconnect the battery before removing the air bag, would it still throw the Air bag light when I re-connect everything? I seem to remember that air bag module had its own back up battery...

[k24 rd6]

You do not have to remove the airbag to install the wiper switch. If You disconnct the battery and wait about 6 minutes for the power supply to drain, you won't get a light.

[k24 rd6]

With all the pm I am getting about the kits, here are the prices

plug and play kit without seat heaters is $55 shipped in 48 states

plug n play with seat heaters you will need to drill and mount the control knob yourself $35 shipped in 48 states

[k24 rd6]

plug n play in the seat heater location

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/5/web/761000-761999/761487_54_full.jpg

Knob color/style may vary slightly due to local supplier' stock.

[blueiedgod]

You do not have to remove the airbag to install the wiper switch. If You disconnct the battery and wait about 6 minutes for the power supply to drain, you won't get a light.

Do you just leave it hanging by the wiring harness? You still have to remove the steering wheel to get to the bolts hoding the switch, right? If you remove the steering wheel without disconnecting the reel, do you just pull it all the way out and then re-thread back?

Sorry for so many questions. I have always removed the air bag to remove the steering wheel to get to the combination switches/lock cylinder/ect.. I have not worked on Gen 2 CR-V, but imagine it to be no different than other Honda products.

http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com/auto/jsp/mws/catimgs/13s9a01_b11.gif

[k24 rd6]

You turn the steering wheel and you can remove the screws

[blueiedgod]

You turn the steering wheel and you can remove the screws

Thanks. I will try that.

[blueiedgod]

I did the resistor and it works. Now I will have to order the RSX switch. K24 RD6, thank you for the detailed hints that Nosperada carefully preserved. One thing, the 2002-2005 Civic Si did not have intermittnet wiper setting. I didn't have it on the 2002 Si, and the parts guy at Honda told me that the part number for 2005 is the same.

Here is my temporary Ghetto set up
http://members.aol.com/blueiedgod/CRV-Wipermod.jpg

[k24 rd6]

When I first did it I assumed the the Si had it but later realized it did not. It is documented on one of the other pages of the thread. The civic ex has variable wipers but the si doesn't. Sort of wierd.

[blueiedgod]

When I first did it I assumed the the Si had it but later realized it did not. It is documented on one of the other pages of the thread. The civic ex has variable wipers but the si doesn't. Sort of wierd.

Yeah, that sucks, because I can get Honda parts at almost 50% off, while Acura parts are only 10% off from the same dealer (Fair Honda, www.fairhondapartsforyou.com ). So far, the best price I got on the RSX switch is $70 from Ray Laks Honda/Acura ( www.hondacuraworld.com ). EX switch from Fair Honda would have cost me about $50 with my discount.

I ended up using pins from a Ford Focus harness I had laying around.

The setting varies from 5 second to 20 second delay with the 50K pot.

[JustinTime]

Just curious, blueiedgod:

1) Why don't you use the Civic EX switch instead of the RSX switch? (confused!)
2) Would the switches from other Honda/Acura's include the 'pot' already within?

[k24 rd6]

the civic ex switch does not have rear wiper control.

[blueiedgod]

Just curious, blueiedgod:

1) Why don't you use the Civic EX switch instead of the RSX switch? (confused!)

I was just stating that a Honda switch would have been cheaper than Acura switch through Fair Honda. List price on the Acura switch is $90, the lowest I can get is $70. Wheras, the same $90 part would cost me $50 through Honda dealer, but my parts guy does not carry Acura parts, they don't even sell Acura cars. If they did, like HondAcuraWorld, then they can discount it more than 10%.

I do have Civic EX reverse indiglo gauge faces :-)

2) Would the switches from other Honda/Acura's include the 'pot' already within?

As far as I know RSX is the only one that has variable intermitent and rear wiper switches built into the stalk. The EX has intermitent, but there is no rear switch. I am not sure if the Pilot/MDX have intermitent setting, and whether it would fit the CR-V steering column iwhtout major alterations. After all, CR-V is a Civic, RSX is a Civic as well. So, it is natural to look for a Civic/RSX part. I am sure K24 has more information on this.

[jimmiegrillo]

off topic but... saw in ur pic.. NICE white guages, dave!

[blueiedgod]

off topic but... saw in ur pic.. NICE white guages, dave!

Thanks. I had them at the BBQ, I thought you saw them. They are from a Gen 7 Civic EX. I am going to put links to all my mod in the signature, like everyone else :-)

[blueiedgod]

This is from Pilot's Owner's Manual:
"INT- The length of the wiper delay is varied automatically according to the vehicle's speed. Vary the delay bny turning the INT. TIME ring. If you turn it to the shortest delay, the wipers will change to LOW speed operation when the vehicle exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h)"

I am not so much interested in the speed sensitive wipers, because I am sure it requires more hardware than CR-V has. But, wonder if the Pilot switch pin out is the same as CR-V's and whether it would fit the column. Anyone? K24 RD6?

Pilot Owner's manual link (https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/om/KV0505/KV0505O00066A.pdf)

[k24 rd6]

the cr-v timing also varies by speed. The pilot switch is different.

[JustinTime]

the cr-v timing also varies by speed. The pilot switch is different.

How is that possible? I thought the CR-V did not include an intermittent setting, in any model in the US.

[blueiedgod]

the cr-v timing also varies by speed. The pilot switch is different.

Cool, so in Variable Intermittent setting, the speed of the wipers will increase with speed. Cool!!!

Thanks for the quick answer.

Tried it in the rain this morning and it DOES work!!!! WOO HOO!!!!!

[blueiedgod]

Got the RSX switch in the mail. Bought off some guy on ebay who wanted to sell the whole steering rack. $35 shipped is better than $70 for new. Will install it this weekend if I have time.

[blueiedgod]

It is finally done!
Switches side by side
http://members.aol.com/blueiedgod/CR-V-wiperswitches.jpg

I taped the wires to the main harness.
http://members.aol.com/blueiedgod/CR-V-wipermod-wires.jpg

Ready for the road.
http://members.aol.com/blueiedgod/CR-V-wipermod-switch.jpg

Thank you K24 and Norsepanda.

[norsepanda]

thanks for sharing your success. i guess i'll have to find time to do it to my V now.

[JustinTime]

beautiful! Now if I could find that switch for cheap!

[blueiedgod]

beautiful! Now if I could find that switch for cheap!

I searched ebay for Acura RSX. One guy was selling a whole steering column. I asked him to remove the switch and sell to me. He did. I called a bunch of local junk yards, and they did not have any RSX's. Call you local junk yards to see if they have wrecked RSX's, or just search ebay for someone selling parts off wrecked RSX's. Most people go for the motors, but if you e-mail the guy, he would be willing to remove the switch, there is a good chance he will say yes.

Just for reference, new switch is available from www.hondaacuraworld.com for $70 shipped.

[JustinTime]

thanks blueiedgod

What years of Acura RSX have the 'right' type of switch?

[blueiedgod]

thanks blueiedgod

What years of Acura RSX have the 'right' type of switch?

Any RSX, for now, will be compatible. They are all (RSX and Gen 2. CR-V) built on 2001 Civic platform.

[JustinTime]

I have to buy some Honda parts online, and wanted to take advantage of shipping and throw one of them RSX wiper switches in there. Problem is, San leandro Honda, and Majestic Honda, don't sell any Acura parts.

Anyone know of a good online reputable place to buy both Acura and Honda parts?

[skyout]

I have to buy some Honda parts online, and wanted to take advantage of shipping and throw one of them RSX wiper switches in there. Problem is, San leandro Honda, and Majestic Honda, don't sell any Acura parts.

Anyone know of a good online reputable place to buy both Acura and Honda parts?
I've never done any business w/them and can't find a parts list but they do list for parts and accessories at hondacuraworld (http://www.hondaacuraworld.com/). They at least have an 888 ph # you could try.

[JustinTime]

skyout: hondaacuraworld seems to sell only accessories. No actual parts listed.

[blueiedgod]

skyout: hondaacuraworld seems to sell only accessories. No actual parts listed.

I am not sure if people actually read what others write. I said in an earlier post in this same thread that Tim from http://www.hondaacuraworld.com/ (Ray Lacks Honda and Acura dealership in Buffalo NY) would sell the switch for $70 shipped.

[skyout]

Thanks JT, I though the ph line might help.

Thanks blue. I think a lot of us are following diff threads for days then get an email from Bing and go back and write the 1st thing we think of, especially if it's something we want, without reviewing.

Or maybe we just want to see if you'll repost!! LOL :)

[JustinTime]

Of course I did read that, but when I went to their site I noticed only accessories. I did not realize you had to CALL :)

I'll give them a ring, thanks for the tip!

skyout: hondaacuraworld seems to sell only accessories. No actual parts listed.

I am not sure if people actually read what others write. I said in an earlier post in this same thread that Tim from http://www.hondaacuraworld.com/ (Ray Lacks Honda and Acura dealership in Buffalo NY) would sell the switch for $70 shipped.

[blueiedgod]

www.HandA-accesories.com (stupid spell checker, it should read H and A ) are the only online dealership that does not want to sell anything that is not listed on their site. I called and they said NO.

[skyout]

Where to buy Genuine Honda parts online (http://www.tegger.com/hondafaq/online-parts.html) - there is a list of 4 Acura online parts distributers at The Unofficial Honda / Acura Usenet FAQ. Let us know what you find out.

[bronxblaza117]

wat does intermitten wipers do?

[JustinTime]

wat does intermitten wipers do?


They intermittate.


Seriously though, we're talking about the ability to set a variable interval for the lowest (intermittent) wiper setting.

[skyout]

wat does intermitten wipers do?

Have you lost your mind? Don't ask a question blue explained on page 3 of this thread, you'll upset him and he'll make snide remarks again. OMG, I think he enjoys it.
:lol:
Really, it's on page 3.

[bronxblaza117]

alright i got it , i got it!

[blueiedgod]

alright i got it , i got it!

Good, because you know, I am from the Bronx. You can take a guy of of the Bronx and put him in an upscale neighborhood, but you can't take the Bronx out of the guy. :-)

[mdugan7000]

Please, just don't tell him to go read the manual. :roll:

[blueiedgod]

Please, just don't tell him to go read the manual. :roll:

When in doubt it is always good idea to read the OWNER's MANUAL. :-)

[BountyHunter™]

Anyone have an actual part number?

[JustinTime]

Switch from RSX is part # 35256-S7A-G01

[Racoon]

Please, just don't tell him to go read the manual. :roll:
When in doubt it is always good idea to read the OWNER's MANUAL. :-)
Except in this case it wouldn't help, as the CR-V doesn't come equipped with variable intermitent wipers, and therefore the information is not in the Owners Manual.

:mrgreen:

[blueiedgod]

Please, just don't tell him to go read the manual. :roll:
When in doubt it is always good idea to read the OWNER's MANUAL. :-)
Except in this case it wouldn't help, as the CR-V doesn't come equipped with variable intermitent wipers, and therefore the information is not in the Owners Manual.

:mrgreen:

It's in the RSX owner's manual, as well as Pilot and the Civic. Read them all HERE (https://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/RJAAI001_OMANUAL.asp) No excuses now.

[nra4ever]

Thanks to everyone that made this mod possible!

I just got the last thing i needed on friday to complete the mod and made the final connections today. What luck it rained. even though the crv was just cleaned yesterday. I was a little worried at first because there did not seem to be much difference in the speed when i tested it in the garage. then i remember that it was tied to the speed of the vehicle. Well it worked great on the road.

The parts must have gone up because the new wiper from honda was $87 shipped. I could not figure out where to find the pins i need to go into the harness so i had to order a used honda harness from ebay ($20 shipped). The only thing that would have been better was to get a newer harness. the harness i had was from a 1992 civic and something must have change along the way because the connection at the fuse box is not the same. it will fit in the harness but it will not snap in and you cant put the clip back on. oh well im glad its done.

Thanks to all.

[z168]

thanks to this super informative thread, finally got my stalk in.

I will see if I can get it installed this weekend and post pics

mad props to blueiedgod

[JustinTime]

I have everything for this mod, except the darn pins for the X-connector harness.

Any ideas? Looks like I am only $2 short of getting this done, but no idea where to buy/find those pins!

[Siribx]

I have everything for this mod, except the darn pins for the X-connector harness.

Any ideas? Looks like I am only $2 short of getting this done, but no idea where to buy/find those pins!

I have a bunch of different cut harness plugs from a left over Integra project. I am waiting on my wiper switch. It should be here next week sometime. If you can wait until I do mine, so I can see which harness to take the pins from. I would be glad to sen you 4pins.

[JustinTime]

I think I am going to kiss you. If you're a GIRL, that is!

Please let me know, I am so desperate to get this wiper mod done... it has been 6 months since I bought the wiper switch!!!

I have everything for this mod, except the darn pins for the X-connector harness.

Any ideas? Looks like I am only $2 short of getting this done, but no idea where to buy/find those pins!

I have a bunch of different cut harness plugs from a left over Integra project. I am waiting on my wiper switch. It should be here next week sometime. If you can wait until I do mine, so I can see which harness to take the pins from. I would be glad to sen you 4pins.

[Siribx]

Again
four pins are yours, if the ones I have will work.

[nra4ever]

Sounds like he only needs 2 pins not 4. He only needs the 2 pins to the x connector. The x connector is the part I had problems with. The old harness i used was from ebay and must have been too old. The pins to the x connector are differnet. They do work but you cant get the clip back on the x connector since they are a little differnent. I could also send you the 2 pins to the x connector but you will not have as clean an install as I would like since you cant get the clip back on and the pins could pop out if they were pulled. I just took the old harness and cut all the wires loose from the loom so I would not have to do any soldering. Then you just pick out 2 wires of the correct length and correct ends and just make the connections. Let me know if you want the 2 old style pins I used. I hate to think I paid $20 for the harness and all I am going to use is 2 wires and 4 pins.

[Siribx]

So the pins that are needed will have to come from a female plugs OR a male plug?

[Siribx]

http://www.collegehillshonda.com/instructions/02crv/security.pdf

Step number 9 (this is for the security system) shows a male pin and a male plug(this is a flat pin)

A pin from a FEMALE plug is just like that except it is U shape.

Which pin is needed for this mod.


I have a few female plugs but only one male plug that has 3 pins.

[nra4ever]

all 4 of the pins you will need are female pins not male flat pins. the 2 pins at the x connector are the smallest. looks like the pins shown in step 9 you refer to might also be female pins.

[Siribx]

all 4 of the pins you will need are female pins not male flat pins. the 2 pins at the x connector are the smallest. looks like the pins shown in step 9 you refer to might also be female pins.

Those are MALE pins in step 9, I know that for sure.
For some reason this topic won't let me post PICs. This would help out alot.


Justintime.

PM me your address and let me know how many pins you need(2 or 4). I don't have many so take only what you will use. These pins are all FEMALE pins with 2-3 inches of wire on them. All you have to do is solder and heat shrink wrap them to a lenth of wire for your fitment.

[blueiedgod]

I used Ford Focus cluster harness pins, they work just as well.

[JustinTime]

Not to derail this thread, but I see in the PDF that the CRV security system (which I have installed in my car) has a microphone. What is the purpose of this? Mine has it...

[Siribx]

Not to derail this thread, but I see in the PDF that the RV security system (which I have installed in my car) has a microphone. What is the purpose of this? Mine has it...

Glass breakage. If the microphone picks up a certain sound, alarm goes off. Hopefully.
Try breaking some glass near your V and let me know if it works.

[blueiedgod]

Not to derail this thread, but I see in the PDF that the RV security system (which I have installed in my car) has a microphone. What is the purpose of this? Mine has it...

Probably glass breakage sensor.

[z168]

finished my variable wiper conversion today! 2hours to do. 1st hour was to figure out how to take out the under panels without breaking anything, lol

I realized I didnt have the correct connectors (you will need both female pins but different sizes). I decided to use the ones from a hard drive harness and worked like a charm. I was also able to squeeze thru the wire loom the wires so its out of sight and looks stock

again the info proved very useful. To those who dont understand the pics and/or location of the connector X, once you start doing it, the pics will make sense

props to blueiedgod

[k24 rd6]

props to blueiedgod :?

[JustinTime]

OK, I will say BIG PROPS to K24!!!!!!! Thanks buddy! :)

[z168]

props to blueiedgod :?

WTF!? Sorry man, I forgot about you.

Mad props to K24 RD6 8)

[blueiedgod]

Thanks, but yeah, mad props to K24.

[z168]

Thanks, but yeah, mad props to K24.

if it aint for your signature, wouldnt even know about it 8)

[blueiedgod]

Thanks, but yeah, mad props to K24.

if it aint for your signature, wouldnt even know about it 8)

And if it weren't for norsepanda saving K24's original post in PDF format, I wouldn't have known how to do it exactly and would have spent more time trying to figure it out.

So thank you norsepanda for saving K24's post from the no defunct Honda CR-V.org. :-)

[roadpupp]

Gonna have to do this!

[Siribx]

I have everything for this mod, except the darn pins for the X-connector harness.

Any ideas? Looks like I am only $2 short of getting this done, but no idea where to buy/find those pins!

Did you get em yet?

[Siribx]

JustinTime

I did the mod yesterday, the four pins I sent you. Only two are good for this mod. They will snap right in on the switch harness plug. The lower harness will need smaller ones. But I managed without the other two pins. I strip the wire back about 3/4 inch and twist the copper tight and put some solder on the whole 3/4 length to make them like a pin. These slid right into the harness plug. I use some black tape to secure them to the harness(to keep them from pulling out) until I get some small pins. But the mod works perfectly.

The whole length of the wire from tip to tip is about 23 inches. This is enough for you to secure in to the factory wire harness from the switch to the fuse box.

Once I get some smaller pins I will see if I can send them you you.

GOOD LUCK.

[JustinTime]

Siribx: Thanks for the update. I did not get a chance to perform the mod this weekend as I had planned.

If you do find proper pins, please let me know. Not too comfortable using a workaround myself!

[JustinTime]

Hi Siribx,

Did you ever find smaller pins? How is the wiper mod working out for you so far?

Im itching to get mine installed!

[Siribx]

JustinTime
Works 100%, even without the smaller pins.
I can get them, just haven't had the time to stop by my friend's shop to dig through the spare parts box. But I will once I have some time. If you need them let me know.

Siribx

[greggdogg]

OK, so just to summarize (and ask questions):

I'll need:

- RSX wiper stalk
- A few feet of thin gauge wire (two lengths)
- FOUR female harness pins
- A bottle of bourbon

To condense the process into a few steps (correct me if I'm wrong and I'll edit the post):

- Remove panel below steering wheel but above feet (comes out with a 1/4 turn of the retaining screw)
- Remove upper and lower steering column covers
- Remove old switch, screw in new switch
- ADD the two wires to the harness both at the fuse box and at the back of the switch. Doesn't matter which goes where, as long as they match up on both sides.
- Put it all back together.

Long story short, you're adding two wires to the wiring harness that work for the variable speed switch.

A few questions:
- Has anyone done this on an 05/06? Didn't see anyone with it in their signature.
- The variable switch ring is essentially a potentiometer? No issues with wires blowing up or anything?
- Where is everyone getting their pins? I can't find them anywhere. I could dismantle an old hard drive connector, but that seems like a lot of crimping.

Thanks!

[blueiedgod]

OK, so just to summarize (and ask questions):

I'll need:

- RSX wiper stalk
- A few feet of thin gauge wire (two lengths)
- FOUR female harness pins
- A bottle of bourbon

To condense the process into a few steps (correct me if I'm wrong and I'll edit the post):

- Remove panel below steering wheel but above feet (comes out with a 1/4 turn of the retaining screw)
- Remove upper and lower steering column covers
- Remove old switch, screw in new switch
- ADD the two wires to the harness both at the fuse box and at the back of the switch. Doesn't matter which goes where, as long as they match up on both sides.
- Put it all back together.

Long story short, you're adding two wires to the wiring harness that work for the variable speed switch.

A few questions:
- Has anyone done this on an 05/06? Didn't see anyone with it in their signature.
- The variable switch ring is essentially a potentiometer? No issues with wires blowing up or anything?
- Where is everyone getting their pins? I can't find them anywhere. I could dismantle an old hard drive connector, but that seems like a lot of crimping.

Thanks!

Yes, I did it on an 05. I used pins from a Ford harness I had laying around.

You are not adding wires to the back of the fuse box, but rather to the plug that goes to the back of the fuse box.

[greggdogg]

Perfect. I'll start hunting for switches today. Any suggestions on where to look online for wires/pins?

[JustinTime]

greggdog: If you find the pins let me know! I am desperate for them too. Have everything except pins!

[greggdogg]

Also, which lower panel has to come out? The one right below the shifter, or the horizontal black one above the driver's feet?

If it's the one below the shifter that wraps around to the sunroof controls, how the *$#&$% do you get it off? I've read the HandA instructions but can't pry the thing off.

[JustinTime]

removing the panel below requires you to remove TWO SCREWS first! One is to the left, inside/up the coin compartment. The other is right inside/up the fuse box.

After you remove those 2 screws, you pry it out. Be careful when you do this, because there is a harness on the left where the cruise control buttons are etc. Be as gentle as possible, while using force. I know it is a contradiction, but you have to figure that one out yourself!

[greggdogg]

I'll give it another shot. Last time, I removed both screws and pulled with all of my might and couldn't get the damn thing to budge.

I just won a wiper stalk on eBay for $10! It's a pull from a 2002 RSX. It came with a new turn signal/headlamp switch. Anyone need? I'm selling!

[blueiedgod]

Also, which lower panel has to come out? The one right below the shifter, or the horizontal black one above the driver's feet?

If it's the one below the shifter that wraps around to the sunroof controls, how the *$#&$% do you get it off? I've read the Honda instructions but can't pry the thing off.

Read my Indiglo installation to see how to remove the lower dash cover. You don't need to remove the intrument bezel to do this mod.

I'll look in the garage if I still have the Ford harness. The pins are not perfect fit, but they work. The perfect fit pins would have to come from Honda. Try the dealership or a junk yard.

I bought my switch off someone on ebay. www.hondaacuraworld.com will sell the switch for about $80, brand new. You just have to call them up.

For some reason I feel like you did not read the whole thread. K24, Norsepanda and myself have posted all that info ealier in the thread.

[JustinTime]

Still looking for the ^%%^## pins that go to the X-Connector. LOL!!!

[Siribx]

Anyone looking for a RSX wiper stalk?

[Snoopy1971]

Anyone looking for a RSX wiper stalk?

Interested ... you got one you're looking to get rid of? ... Send e-mail to the addy in my profile.

thx

[blueiedgod]

Anyone looking for a RSX wiper stalk?

Did you give up on the mod?

[Siribx]

Friend has a shop, pull it from a wreck RSX for me. I forgot to tell him I already have one. Thought someone could use it here since my friend has no use for it.

My mod has been working flawsless.

[Snoopy1971]

Friend has a shop, pull it from a wreck RSX for me. I forgot to tell him I already have one. Thought someone could use it here since my friend has no use for it.

My mod has been working flawsless.

How much $$ is he looking for it, shipped to 21237 (Baltimore, MD)?

[Siribx]

PM me an offer.

[Snoopy1971]

PM me an offer.

PM sent

[soccer_sta_86]

JUST 1 THING, Y R U GUYS INTERESTED IN SWAPPIN THE RSX'STHING ND TAKE OUT THE STOCK 1??

[Snoopy1971]

JUST 1 THING, Y R U GUYS INTERESTED IN SWAPPIN THE RSX'STHING ND TAKE OUT THE STOCK 1??

Huh, haven't you read this whole thread? ... RSX has variable intermittant wipers .... CRV doesn't ... It only has the one intermittant speed.

Hopefully, this clears things up for ya!

[blueiedgod]

JUST 1 THING, Y R U GUYS INTERESTED IN SWAPPIN THE RSX'STHING ND TAKE OUT THE STOCK 1??

Because RSX-S has 200 Horses, so by swapping the stalk, it adds horsepower to the CR-V engine. If you don't believe me, read the whole thread over. :twisted:

[phitchco]

Norsepanda was kind enough to share his information about the wiper mod with me, and with his permission I've uploaded them for those who are interested. There are two PDF files, and you can get them at the links below.

File 1 - 1mb (http://home.comcast.net/~supercoach56/cr-v/honda_cr-v_dot_org_intermittent_wiper-1.pdf)

File 2 - 4mb (http://home.comcast.net/~supercoach56/cr-v/honda_cr-v_dot_org_intermittent_wiper-2.pdf)

Anyone have these PDF's online or be willing to email them to me? These links are dead!

[jbabco]

I'd like to check out the PDFs too. If anyone has them...

e

[mysticaxe]

Does the mod require much in the way of technical aptitude? I'm a little handy, but don't really want something that is too easy to screw up...

[sleeksilver]

Because RSX-S has 200 Horses, so by swapping the stalk, it adds horsepower to the CR-V engine. If you don't believe me, read the whole thread over.

:lol:


I don't think soccer read the thread http://forums.ircspy.com/images/smilies/5700293539.gif

[blueiedgod]

OK, I dug up the PDF's Norsepanda saved from the now defunct hondaCRv.org

http://rapidshare.com/files/14317193/honda_cr-v_dot_org_intermittent_wiper-1.pdf

http://rapidshare.com/files/14317194/honda_cr-v_dot_org_intermittent_wiper-2.pdf

As always, choose the free service, wait for the countdown, enter the visual code, and download.

[jbabco]

OK, I dug up the PDF's Norsepanda saved from the now defunct hondaCRv.org

http://rapidshare.com/files/14317193/honda_cr-v_dot_org_intermittent_wiper-1.pdf

http://rapidshare.com/files/14317194/honda_cr-v_dot_org_intermittent_wiper-2.pdf


Big thanks for this!

Anyone have more info on the pins needed? I know there is a lot of stuff in the thread but is there a part or harness I can get that I could pop the required pins from? Is there a picture of these pins anywhere?

e

[blueiedgod]

Big thanks for this!

Anyone have more info on the pins needed? I know there is a lot of stuff in the thread but is there a part or harness I can get that I could pop the required pins from? Is there a picture of these pins anywhere?

e

I got mine from a Ford Focus harness I had laying around. Send me a SASE and I will send you 4 pins, PM for addy if interested. They are not perfect fit, but work. Or check out junk yards, any Civic, RSX, CR-V, or even Accord pins will work.

[JustinTime]

blueiedgod,

Another member sent me 4 pins, but they are only for one of the 2 ends of the connection (the stalk side).

The pins you have, will the sort of work well on the X-Connector side? Still looking for those!

[blueiedgod]

blueiedgod,

Another member sent me 4 pins, but they are only for one of the 2 ends of the connection (the stalk side).

The pins you have, will the sort of work well on the X-Connector side? Still looking for those!

If the pins you have work on one end of the harness, they should work on the other end as well.

The pins I have are not the right pins. Honda's harness part wraps around the pin on the switch, Ford pins are just pressed against it using the connector's plastic body to exert pressure.

[erniep]

So, now that they've gotten around to adding one to the 2007, does anyone know if part 35256-SWA-F01 is plug and play?

-Ernie

[blueiedgod]

So, now that they've gotten around to adding one to the 2007, does anyone know if part 35256-SWA-F01 is plug and play?

-Ernie

Why not use the RSX switch? Known to work...

If you want to be guinea pig, I can get your that part from Fair Honda for a good discount. I still have an account with them. No returns on electrical parts :D

I think Gen 3 steering wheel is smaller diameter, which would probably mean that the stalk is shorter and is probably angled different.

K24RD6 is the man who probably knows for sure.

[erniep]

I'm tempted, it's only $62.54 from Bernardi . . . but anything that isn't Sure-fire plug and play at this point is going to get my keyster in a sling.

I'm still working on the flack from the Meter in my car :D

[JustinTime]

I decided to attempt the wiper mod today, and I have 2 important findings:

1) The pins needed for the Wiper connector, are different size than those needed for the 'X' connector. I do not have proper pins for the 'X' connector, which seems to be slightly smaller in size than the other ones.

2) I cannot remove the old wiper switch! The instructions from the PDFs posted here say in step #3:

3 Unplug connector from back of wiper switch. Remove the 2 mounting
screws. dislodge the centering/lock pin and gently slide switch outward.

I did remove 2 screws that hold the switch in place. However, I cannot find any 'centering/lock pin'. The switch is still FIRMLY in place, and does not want to slide out in any direction. Can anyone provide some help please?!

[blueiedgod]

I decided to attempt the wiper mod today, and I have 2 important findings:

1) The pins needed for the Wiper connector, are different size than those needed for the 'X' connector. I do not have proper pins for the 'X' connector, which seems to be slightly smaller in size than the other ones.

2) I cannot remove the old wiper switch! The instructions from the PDFs posted here say in step #3:



I did remove 2 screws that hold the switch in place. However, I cannot find any 'centering/lock pin'. The switch is still FIRMLY in place, and does not want to slide out in any direction. Can anyone provide some help please?!

Did you unplug it?

[JustinTime]

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[JustinTime]

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[JustinTime]

Thanks to member blueiedgod , I got a hold of 2 small pins from Focus harness. These are male pins (instead of the required female pins), but they do click in place in the harness.

Now, the issue I think I am having, is that because the pins are mating male-male, the harness cannot slide all the way in (because of obstruction). The problem then is that the pins are not making good contact, and it works sometimes only. Jiggling the harness around makes it work, but after some car vibration is loses contact again.

I'm exhausted of fiddling down there in the X-Connector harness. I think I will have to give up on the mod for a while -- so close though!

[MJedi]

Holy cow! This thread is still alive! And I started the question, too.

I STILL have not done this mod. Is it any easier now, or you still need to do some electrical modifications? The links to the PDF's are dead again. Do they list the exact parts needed for this?

[blueiedgod]

No electrical modifications needed. The parts needed are the RSX stalk, 2 wires, 4 pins to add to the connector housing.

The install files are HERE (http://rapidshare.com/files/14317194/honda_cr-v_dot_org_intermittent_wiper-2.pdf)

Part-1 must have gotten deleted because no one was downloading it.

[MJedi]

No electrical modifications needed. The parts needed are the RSX stalk, 2 wires, 4 pins to add to the connector housing.

The install files are HERE (http://rapidshare.com/files/14317194/honda_cr-v_dot_org_intermittent_wiper-2.pdf)

Part-1 must have gotten deleted because no one was downloading it.
Thanks for the link to the instructions.

Sorry to be a n00b, but what kind of wires and pins would I need, and were can I get them? And where is the best place to get the RSX stalk?

[blueiedgod]

Thanks for the link to the instructions.

Sorry to be a n00b, but what kind of wires and pins would I need, and were can I get them? And where is the best place to get the RSX stalk?

Pins you will have to harvest from elsewhere, or buy from the dealer. Wires, 18-22 gauge is probably fine. The RSX stalk, you can get it from a junk yard for about $30. If you want a brand new one try Acura dealer for $130, I think, or www.hondaacuraworld.com (http://www.hondaacuraworld.com) for $80. (it is not listed on the website, but if you call them, Tim Olleniak will hook you up)

[JustinTime]

One thing that blueiedgod forgot... you will also need to swear a lot!!!

[blueiedgod]

One thing that blueiedgod forgot... you will also need to swear a lot!!!

Only if you use Ford pins that JustinTime and I used. If you get authentic Honda pins or proper pins, the swearing will be kept to a minimum. :lol:

[JustinTime]

Hi guys, I have a very interesting finding!!!

It appears that if you come to a full stop, as soon as you release the brake the wiper will sweep once. Regardless of where the variable ring setting is at. Looks like Honda wanted to make sure that your windshield is clean right before you advance....

Here's how to test it (I assume this requires the variable stalk mod, but may also be true for the OEM regular stalk in intermittent setting):

1) Set wiper to intermittent position. Come to a FULL STOP by braking. Make sure your handbrake is not on.

2) Now release the brake. Wiper will sweep.

To re-test, put foot on brake again, and release brake. Wiper will sweep again as soon as you release. You can do this several times in a row, and every time you release it will sweep.

If you try this while driving forward, it will NOT sweep. It only happens when you're at a full stop. So definitely looks like something Honda intended by design. Anyone?

[blueiedgod]

Hi guys, I have a very interesting finding!!!

It appears that if you come to a full stop, as soon as you release the brake the wiper will sweep once. Regardless of where the variable ring setting is at. Looks like Honda wanted to make sure that your windshield is clean right before you advance....

Here's how to test it (I assume this requires the variable stalk mod, but may also be true for the OEM regular stalk in intermittent setting):

1) Set wiper to intermittent position. Come to a FULL STOP by braking. Make sure your handbrake is not on.

2) Now release the brake. Wiper will sweep.

To re-test, put foot on brake again, and release brake. Wiper will sweep again as soon as you release. You can do this several times in a row, and every time you release it will sweep.

If you try this while driving forward, it will NOT sweep. It only happens when you're at a full stop. So definitely looks like something Honda intended by design. Anyone?

It also thows an extra sweep when you start going in reverse.

I am not sure if it was intended, or just a reminant of the 12 mph signal.

JustinTime, set the intermittant setting to the fastest setting at stand still. Then start driving. Once you reach 12 mph, the wipers will run at the (constant) Low speed.

[JustinTime]

JustinTime, set the intermittant setting to the fastest setting at stand still. Then start driving. Once you reach 12 mph, the wipers will run at the (constant) Low speed.

You are correct. That I was aware of, someone (you?) had mentioned it on another post or earlier in this thread. It was one of the first things I tried once I installed.

Today was a great day to try the wiper mod, I really enjoyed it :)

[blueiedgod]

You are correct. That I was aware of, someone (you?) had mentioned it on another post or earlier in this thread. It was one of the first things I tried once I installed.

Today was a great day to try the wiper mod, I really enjoyed it :)

I think K24RD6 said that the speed sensitive circuitry was already built into the controller.

I take it that you have been able to wiggle the connector back on. :lol:

[JustinTime]

Actually, I still was not able to properly snap it on, but for now it appears to work consistently so I will not touch it. If it does start giving me trouble I will take a close look and try to properly bend the pins etc to snap it on all the way....


I take it that you have been able to wiggle the connector back on. :lol:

[bugjug]

Anyone have a pic of the pins needed?
thanks.

[bugjug]

Well, lacking any further info, I bought some molex KK female pins.

.156 centers for the wiper switch and .100 centers for the X connector.

Pain in the rear working under the dash, but:

WOOT! I've joined the CR/V VIW club! :D:D

they are not a prfect fit, but I have a working unit now, and it just started raining!!

thanks to all.

[JustinTime]

Congrats!
Were you able to completely SNAP the x-connector in place, after using those .100 pins?

[bugjug]

Congrats!
Were you able to completely SNAP the x-connector in place, after using those .100 pins?

I never took the connector apart, just pushed the pins in from the back. I had to seat them a little better after the X connector was put back on..

On another topic, mine does not wipe when I release the brakes like you mentioned in an earlier post. Car in drive, int on, brake down, brake up, no immediate wipe. Maybe it is only on yours?

[blueiedgod]

I never took the connector apart, just pushed the pins in from the back. I had to seat them a little better after the X connector was put back on..

On another topic, mine does not wipe when I release the brakes like you mentioned in an earlier post. Car in drive, int on, brake down, brake up, no immediate wipe. Maybe it is only on yours?

Both JustInTime and myself have Manual CR-V's. It is possible that Automatic uses different logic.

[bugjug]

Both JustInTime and myself have Manual CR-V's. It is possible that Automatic uses different logic.

Interesting. what year(s)? DOes pressing the clutch have any effect?

[JustinTime]

Clutch has no effect on mine. My car does that when in neutral without clutch depressed even...

Can any of the MANUAL crv owners confirm that yours does this too? David?

[sgtsandman]

Clutch has no effect on mine. My car does that when in neutral without clutch depressed even...

Can any of the MANUAL crv owners confirm that yours does this too? David?

No extra wipe here.

[blueiedgod]

Interesting. what year(s)? DOes pressing the clutch have any effect?


Mine is 2005...

Pressing clutch does not do it.

[JustinTime]

OK, actually what I meant was:

Can anyone with a 5 sp manual confirm whether following the procedure in this post (http://www.hondasuv.com/members/showpost.php?p=233301&postcount=141) does an extra wipe for you?

i.e.: Pressing brake, and letting go... (this has nothing to do with the clutch thing)

[erniep]

I've tried: doesn't do schiznat.

-Ernie

OK, actually what I meant was:

Can anyone with a 5 sp manual confirm whether following the procedure in this post (http://www.hondasuv.com/members/showpost.php?p=233301&postcount=141) does an extra wipe for you?

i.e.: Pressing brake, and letting go... (this has nothing to do with the clutch thing)

[JustinTime]

I've tried: doesn't do schiznat.

-Ernie

I checked your sig.. says nothing about having the wiper mod done. So, can you confirm that you have the intermittent wiper mod, just to be clear?

[erniep]

I checked your sig.. says nothing about having the wiper mod done. So, can you confirm that you have the intermittent wiper mod, just to be clear?

Sorry - no, still in the works; I thought by the way the post read that this feature was part of the Variable-Speed-Intermittent setting, not affected by the mod.

-Ernie

[sleeksilver]

I've tried: doesn't do schiznat.

-Ernie

Schiznat. :lol:

[bugjug]

I can confirm that the fastest VIW setting goes to low speed after a certain (low) speed.

my only complaint with the setup so far is that the slowest speeds are stilll too short. I'd like something in the 12 to 15, and maybe 20 second range..

[blueiedgod]

I can confirm that the fastest VIW setting goes to low speed after a certain (low) speed.

my only complaint with the setup so far is that the slowest speeds are stilll too short. I'd like something in the 12 to 15, and maybe 20 second range..


The "certain" speed is 12 mph.

I have tried larger potentiometer, but anything greater than 30K and it sees it as open circuit, which is default setting for CR-V from factory.

[JustinTime]

blueiedgod,

Common man, can you confirm? You're the only other person with 5sp manual and wiper mod that I know of!!!
The question is: Does the procedure in this post (http://www.hondasuv.com/members/showpost.php?p=233301&postcount=141) perform an extra wipe for you?

[bugjug]

anybody else out there with the mod installed and an A/T ?
Do you see this extra wipe??

[blueiedgod]

blueiedgod,

Common man, can you confirm? You're the only other person with 5sp manual and wiper mod that I know of!!!
The question is: Does the procedure in this post (http://www.hondasuv.com/members/showpost.php?p=233301&postcount=141) perform an extra wipe for you?



I thought I did confirm it already in a previous post.

I tried it on the way to work this morning (it was raining). Stopped at a stop light, I released the brakes, and it swept. I apply the brakes and release again anf it swept again.

I am thinking that auto drivers can't hold their car in place without a brake, and thus never experienced the extra sweep, since the car starts moving as soon as you lighten the pressure on the brake pedal.

[sleeksilver]

This might be my next mod, I don't know why I haven't done it sooner!

[JustinTime]

Ah! Ok! Thanks. For a moment there I thought maybe I had a wiring issue! It's all good then, phew.

[bugjug]

I thought I did confirm it already in a previous post.

I tried it on the way to work this morning (it was raining). Stopped at a stop light, I released the brakes, and it swept. I apply the brakes and release again anf it swept again.

I am thinking that auto drivers can't hold their car in place without a brake, and thus never experienced the extra sweep, since the car starts moving as soon as you lighten the pressure on the brake pedal.

nope, I tried it on an uphill slope to prevent that uncertainty. no movement, no wipe.

[blueiedgod]

nope, I tried it on an uphill slope to prevent that uncertainty. no movement, no wipe.


Just going on a hunch, try it in neutral.

[bugjug]

Very, strange.. As of today, I get the extra wipe, regardless of gear or intermittent delay setting.

[JustinTime]

LOL that is crazy!
Very, strange.. As of today, I get the extra wipe, regardless of gear or intermittent delay setting.

[bugjug]

Yes, it is very strange. I don;t have a reasonable explanation for it. I did disconnect and reconnect the battery since the original try. Perhaps it reset something, but I don't know.

[bugjug]

Interesting thought; perhaps the wiper switch gets sampled when the system boots up initially, and the control variable indicating it is a VIW is stored in a EEPROM location by the multiplex unit at that time, rather than on ignition-on.

[JustinTime]

It's a decent theory. But did you not disconnect the battery prior to installing the new VIW stalk/switch? You really SHOULD have!!!!

Interesting thought; perhaps the wiper switch gets sampled when the system boots up initially, and the control variable indicating it is a VIW is stored in a EEPROM location by the multiplex unit at that time, rather than on ignition-on.

[bugjug]

It's a decent theory. But did you not disconnect the battery prior to installing the new VIW stalk/switch? You really SHOULD have!!!!

Good point, yes, I did have it disconnected. Oh well..

[bugjug]

Anyone have a pic of the pins needed?
thanks.


I guess I do now :). the ones on the left are the larger ones for the wiper switch connector, and the ones on the right are for the X-connector.

I spend some money for a civic wiring harness and now have extra pins. It was kindof expensive, but I wanted to do it right.

If anyone needs some, I can send some wires with pins on the ends for
Postage + optional small donation to help defray the cost of the harness. You would need to splice them together, or tell me how long you want them and I could splice. Next time I have the under dash cover off, I can measure the proper length.
- bug

http://img255.imageshack.us/img255/623/img4073dq5.th.jpg (http://img255.imageshack.us/my.php?image=img4073dq5.jpg)

[JustinTime]

PM SENT! Thanks


If anyone needs some, I can send some wires with pins on the ends for
Postage + optional small donation to help defray the cost of the harness. You would need to splice them together, or tell me how long you want them and I could splice. Next time I have the under dash cover off, I can measure the proper length.

[bugjug]

NP. glad to help out.

[bugjug]

Justintime, tried to respond to your last PM, but it said your quota exceeded.
anyway, yes, you need the small ones. will send them tomorrow. PLs ignore the note in the package; I put it in earlier.
Cr/V karma is better.. (good luck on the future addition!)
-bug

[erniep]

Pins you will have to harvest from elsewhere, or buy from the dealer. Wires, 18-22 gauge is probably fine. The RSX stalk, you can get it from a junk yard for about $30. If you want a brand new one try Acura dealer for $130, I think, or www.hondaacuraworld.com (http://www.hondaacuraworld.com) for $80. (it is not listed on the website, but if you call them, Tim Olleniak will hook you up)

Or, if you lazy, anti-social people are phone-a-phobic, I just found it for $70.40 + ship here:
oemacuraparts.com

Search for Wiper switch, rsx.

:D

-Ernie

[erniep]

Part number if anyone wants it:
35256-S7A-G01
SWITCH ASSY., WIPER

-Ernie

[Gopal]

Part number if anyone wants it:
35256-S7A-G01
SWITCH ASSY., WIPER

-Ernie


Will this fit/replace the switch assy in a Gen1 V?

Regards,
Gopal

[blueiedgod]

Will this fit/replace the switch assy in a Gen1 V?

Regards,
Gopal


I don't think the variable delay is built into Gen 1 controller.

[Gopal]

I don't think the variable delay is built into Gen 1 controller.

...which is a bummer! Even my 1990 Camry has intermittent (variable speed) wipers.

This is one mod I would spend good money on. Is there a known work around?

[sgtsandman]

I don't think the variable delay is built into Gen 1 controller.

You are correct. Only one speed. :)

[blueiedgod]

...which is a bummer! Even my 1990 Camry has intermittent (variable speed) wipers.

This is one mod I would spend good money on. Is there a known work around?


When I bought my first car, 1983 Chevy Celebrity, it had an add-on variable intermittant wiper module. JCWhitney carries them.

[06whtcrv]

I had a VW Rabbit - late 70's or early 80's - that offered intermittent wipers as an option... I bought it used. Turned out that the intermittent function was simply blocked out with a plastic clip in the wiper switch - removed the clip and the mod was complete!

[danbitman]

and how do I install the intermittent wiper module by myself?
have a 2005 LX.
thx

[blueiedgod]

and how do I install the intermittent wiper module by myself?
have a 2005 LX.
thx


Start reading from page 1.:lol:

[erniep]

Okay, I'm a pepper too.

All I have to contribute to this is:
22ga wire works (thought it was 20ga before running it) but 20 or 18 (as everyone else said) works the best. Speaker wire comes in pairs, so it's less of a headache.

Threw a caliper on the pins I used and they measure 2.95mm and 1.80mm.

Hope that helps; I think all we're missing is the exact length of the wire to be used :D

The X-connector was a dink of a job to pin; my shoulder went numb twice while trying to do it.

-Ernie

[JustinTime]

ROTF! I agree, it was *hell* for me. I have neck issues. I swear my head almost popped off!


The X-connector was a dink of a job to pin; my shoulder went numb twice while trying to do it.

-Ernie

[erniep]

Which repair manual did K24 get the images of the connector from? Doesn't look like a helms.

-Ernie

[RoadHazard]

Does anyone still have the 2 pdf files? I would like to learn about this mod and see if it's possible to retro fit some aftermarket wiper delay to fit in G1.

[blueiedgod]

Does anyone still have the 2 pdf files? I would like to learn about this mod and see if it's possible to retro fit some aftermarket wiper delay to fit in G1.


I guess we'll have to find a more permanent storage solution. If anyone wants to host these files, please let me know.

[erniep]

I can do another write-up to make a smaller PDF. I'll see if I can fish them up; I've got them somewhere here.

-Ernie

[RoadHazard]

Blue, I can host the files on my Comcast account for now. But they will be lost if anything happens to that account. If you send them to my email (roadhazard at gmail), I'll put them up.

Ernie, if you can do another write up, that would be great. And may be it can be posted in the CR-V Articles?

Thanks, you all.

[Racoon]

Send a PM to Bing. Maybe he'll host them on the HondaSUV.com server.

:)

[RoadHazard]

Hi Ernie,

Did you get a chance to work on the new write up? Thanks.

[erniep]

I haven't --- got sidetracked with being sick and buying/selling a house - PM me your email; I do have the files on a flash drive; I'll send them to you. (I'll add the rewrite to my to-do list on Monday)

-Ernie

[RoadHazard]

I got the files from Ernie already. Thank you! Now I have to figure out if the RSX wiper switch can be mounted in the 1st gen or not.

[erniep]

Sorry about that; got sidetracked. I got around to compiling it last night. I wanted to replace the copyrighted diagrams before posting it.

I have the same upload limits as everyone else, so I've posted it here:
http://www.magic-eight-ball.com/rsx_wiper.pdf

Let me know if there's any inaccuracies.



-Ernie