Honda Accord: No Wipers - Diagnose & Repair

[@akersjon278]

Owner of the local part store sitting in front of the computer at home with his whole family behind him watching SMA intently: - Here it comes! Here it comes, you guys! Eric's gonna mention my store's name on his channel, it's gonna be famous all over the internet you guys!....Aww...Chucks! LOL!

[@Shoorit]

Are you speaking about yourself in 3rd person?

[@akersjon278]

@@Shoorit ??? Do you actually think that the local part store owner wrote this joke? Dude, I'm in northern Sweden...

[@kbrnsr]

So you're not a sponser?

[@freetolook3727]

Finally, I am able to watch a video that actually solves a problem instead of creating one.

[@benmudn]

Yes, we wanted to see the inside of the old wiper motor.

[@dayslife]

yup, and replace those 5$ brushes...lol

[@mrl22222]

I think the timing wheels in them cracked.....

[@benmudn]

@@mrl22222 We'll never know. Haha

[@G31mR]

I always ask for the old part back....and I take it apart to have a looksee myself.

[@Samadork]

"Oh good, so he wants to add more to his appointment AND show up late? Perfect!" I felt that... It's up there with "While it's here, can you.."

[@suttoncoldfield9318]

I used to visit customers to look at their computer, absolutely the worst thing, especially if they stay and watch

[@controlfreakscrtrs]

I've been in the service industry for about a year, it's always fun watching these old guys cruise through diagnostics with ease while I just learned yesterday my 1 year old multimeter has a thermometer function! I'm young and dumb and know I don't know anything, your videos refill me with confidence to go back into work, feeling like I know just one more thing.

[@duaneb193]

Dissing on Ivan for tearing stuff apart for the "Russian Repair" - thanks to you and Ivan both, I've torn a few items apart to repair them on my Motorhome and felt a million times more comfortable in the process. The common sense testing that both of you show is an encouragement to "backyard mechanics" such as myself and I'm sure quite a few others. I know how to repair a lot of the stuff, but seeing one or both of you go into detail about the whys and wherefores is super encouraging.

[@baxrok2.]

Haha, Ivan's still young and enthusiastic like we used to be. Thanks Dr. O!

[@richardhansard2279]

Eric O., you are the best comic on KZbin!

[@ChrisVargasrpht2000chris]

it's always a good Monday with Mr. Eric O

[@michaeldemus6916]

I wish we had a great mechanic like you in Jackson Ms, you good at working on vehicles.I'm learning a lot from you.Thank you for what you doing on KZbin👍💪❤

[@spelunkerd]

So nice to see a couple of SMA videos this week. Like a drinker who can't stop, we've got a thirst for more.

[@zakuraayame5091]

Like a diabetic in a candy store ... give me all you got!

[@justwondering786]

I could not do it , so that’s why I pay you to do it ; And I knew you could So Thank You 🙏. So I will be back !

[@2491kridge]

👍👍

[@99andrianmonk]

Eric - you really wiped that one up in no time. Thanks for taking us along. Always learn from your diagnosis processes.

[@wingy6014]

Eric, I love your content. I am a retired mechanic of the non automotive variety and I like your system of troubleshooting. It so happens that I have two Honda Accords of the rough vintage of your example. My thought was, not to test, test, test, but to simply let you honest mechanics fix it. Watching your show allows me to converse with you folks like I know somewhat what I talking about. Thanks for helping me fake it!

[@HotRod9967]

Automotive Diagnosis & Repair at it's finest, thx Eric !

[@CarsExposed]

Great diagnosis as always Sir , specially taking the time to explain the parking switch and parking marks on the linkage much appreciated it 🙌

[@alexandercahoulan6583]

It’s always great when my favorite mechanic is working on my exact car. Couldn’t be better. Only mechanic I would trust with my car.

[@jimgetz2898]

One of two that I would trust.

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

You're lucky to be in his area!

[@alexandercahoulan6583]

@@dans_Learning_Curve ha sorry I realized it came off as I was in his area and he was working on my car. Im in CT hes in up-state NY. That is not my car. lol sorry. Its the same model as my car.

[@alexandercahoulan6583]

@@jimgetz2898 whose the other? Ironically I dont think id let eric the car guy work on my car. lol I love him too. Hes taught me so much. Hes just a little rough around the edges.

[@jimgetz2898]

@@alexandercahoulan6583 my mechanic

[@stevechesney8809]

If Eric had of been my auto shop teacher I wouldn't have blow'd up so much stuff! Atta boy Eric.

[@mrsicivicdude]

First off, love the new wedding band but get rid of that thing before you ground it to something while working on a power circuit and mix some angry pixies with your left ring finger. Second, the meat nuggets are looking more arthritic than before, take some time off from SMA and go visit the rheumatologist. I LOVE SMA videos and the explanations we get of circuit operations and factory wiring diagrams but PLEASE take care of yourself so we can continue to get many years of SMA videos with the witty banter and exceptional explanations.

[@Paul1958R]

And that old wiper motor is on its way to State College as we speak...

[@GlycerinZ]

yeahh haha

[@eastunder55]

Man,, this guy has a following. Six minutes after posting and over 2000 views already.

[@cambassplayer666]

Quality.....Made In America - Eric O

[@luisamoa2500]

That's right no chrix fix here. Real diagnosis...💪💪

[@ryanalexander984]

@@luisamoa2500 no Scotty Kilmer here.

[@jennifurzoe1302]

523,000 +/- subscribers is almost good

[@Allen-lv4sv]

@@ryanalexander984 Scotty is there. He is just stuck in the trunk.

[@charleskeenom9481]

OK Eric if you need me to send you a longer rench. next time I’ll be more and happy to send you one I don’t think that one was quite long enough. And we didn’t get to see mrs o we like to see her when she is in the shop thank you for your videos I love watching you and your whole family it makes my day thank you CK

[@bryanfugate2272]

Eric, I always enjoy watching your videos for both the knowledge and your sense of humor. Sincerely, Bryan

[@AaronBelknap]

Supposed to be here at 8, now it's noon..... Don't you love it! Great fix and showing how the system works!

[@richardvastine7486]

New SMA video. Sunshine for the eyes and ears! Thanks Mr. O.

[@SimpleLife1971]

"If I can do it you can do it"............Then I'll let you do it! Just love stories with happy endings!

[@tattoochef]

If I was in your area, I'd work for you for free. I've already learned so much from just KZbin vids (that have saved me and my family thousands) I cant imagine what I'd learn working with you! Thanks Eric O! Cheers to you and your family!!

[@ryanalexander984]

I was living in Arizona and a new mechanic, just graduated automotive trade school and I thought the same thing. I wondered if I moved to New York and offered to work for free if he would have let me. I could have pretty easily slept in my truck. As long as it wasn’t in the winter I would have been fine. He is the best mechanic I’ve found on the tube.

[@joemascioni3101]

That's not fair! You teased us with an Ivan comment, about no parts required. And we were all waiting for you to tear that wiper motor apart!...lol.

[@ningen1980]

Your diagnostic process never fails to impress.

[@wyattoneable]

You're kicking butt getting videos out. I haven't done one in 4 months.

[@SmittySmithsonite]

I've got a couple I filmed 18 months ago I'm still working on, lol. Never enough hours in a day ...

[@BigIsleJ]

I like that you acknowledge the risk of being wrong was small but so was the time/energy investment in makin' darn sure!

[@hankhessig6586]

Good stuff Eric - thank you taking the time to post this.

[@SouthMainAuto]

You bet!

[@jaredoaks6317]

I just a call yesterday about a 06 accord with no wipers. Thanks for the video! Perfect timing as I’ll check it out this weekend

[@patrickzadd5215]

Eric! you’re a genius! (no sarcasm)

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

Wow, I actually got to see a video within a day or two of you posting it! So nice when you have wiring diagrams and the auto makers info on how the system works so you can properly test and repair the fault.

[@Yawwee]

Very good explanation of trouble shooting this motor !!! I found it very intriguing and knowledgeable !!! Well done, Eric !!!! Carry on !!!!!!!

[@llloyd4]

"You mean the one who was suppose to show up at 8 and now showing up at noon?" "Oh, he wants to add more? Perfect!" :D

[@neilmurphy845]

@@YTisDumb Especially if it's a new one.

[@ingsming]

Entitled customers. Motor trade 101

[@chrissimmons9969]

I had the 2006 model year Accord and while my wipers never gave up I did get over 300,000 miles out of her just like this gem. 360,000 to be exact.

[@alexandercahoulan6583]

Hey I have 2007 year of this car. What happened at 360k miles?? Lol

[@johnh8546]

I have a 2007 EX-L 2.4 with 407k and some change. I daily drive it. I have a 60 mile commute one way to work pretty much all on the interstate. It still runs great. Just minor repairs on it.

[@alexandercahoulan6583]

@@johnh8546 oh ok but you had the 2006 v6 that went to 360,000 right? what happened to that baby? like what broke?

[@hardnaaklife]

My mom's 06 accord v6 threw a rod through the block at 275k. Oil changes done exactly according to the oil life monitor. Timing belts at 100 and 200k. Starting lightly knocking about 250 miles before the window was added to the block. The car is still beautiful inside and out. Transmission shifted perfectly. Thinking about doing an engine swap if we can find a decent j30.

[@johnh8546]

@@alexandercahoulan6583 no the K24 that is an in line 4. The K24 is a more durable engine than the J30. So for my money I would not get a V6 Accord.

[@benjaminstockton3917]

Awesome fix Eric O. Very good job your always getting a A+ on all these fixes thanks for sharing buddy

[@davekoob]

Best way to start the week! Thanks for all your excellent insight!

[@randymarion2466]

Nice shout out to Ivan! Thanks for going through the testing of all the switch positions with the test light... Esp the intermittent

[@chiphaverstick3913]

Wants to add more to his appointment and show up late....gotta love customers...but you gotta have em!

[@45AMT]

Wow a 16 year old New York Honda with 300K!! Honda's are fantastic cars, but Whoa!! Miracles do exist!!

[@OldManBadly]

While I know you are sort of belaboring the point by going through all the steps, it's such an important thing to teach: Don't assume anything. Yes, a guess on the wiper motor would have been the right guess on this one, but it still would have been a guess. Understanding how it works and ticking off various circuits as good and working assures you that you do the repair once, not twice or three times, and that you don't use parts that aren't needed. Great job!

[@Mattman9826]

Cut to my mind being blown that people actually give SMA videos a thumb down 🤯 Eric O is one of the best things to ever happen to KZbin

[@joeg9143]

I subscribe to the South Main Auto Channel, and I'm not a sponsor. Thanks Eric for reminding me of my parents use to do...... smack me over the head to make sure I was "working. "

[@gregjones8501]

Great video Eric! I’ve never been able to come up with a clear plan on testing this circuit. I try my best to be like you when it comes to my diagnostic strategy but man it’s complicated sometimes. I understood everything you did to test this circuit and now I have the necessary information necessary to diag the next one that comes into my shop!

[@CaptainFuchs]

really enjoy these videos! been watching for a couple years been in the trade 3 years and find ideas and inspiration in your videos so thank you for your videos when im doing my late night learning.

[@bradklingensmith]

I sold my Hoodoo Pilot at 338k and it still ran beautifully. All belts and hoses, and all fluids every 100k. Every 100k timing belt and water pump. Religious oil changes. Only bad thing is it blew the dash light buttons all the time and that was a pain in the ass. Ate headlights too soon, but could change those in 2 minutes taking my time. Miss my old hondoo

[@johnhelsley1844]

Thanks a bunch for the video. You made diagnosing and changing it a breeze!

[@marcusjefferson6230]

I always watch your channel, you've been helpful in helping me understand what is going on with my car, sometimes I just put your channel on and leave it there because I know eventually I'll catch on to something else with my car, thank you for all your help and support and I appreciate your family values, a lot of people need to know family first. Thank you

[@canadatransistor]

Went through this with my Cruze recently. Removing the nut and putting it back on without damaging the transmission was the toughest part of the job for sure. I laughed with the "off camera" joke and noticed the final tight down was not in the final video. I kinda know why. :-) Great video.

[@Torsee]

Great educational video! I understand intermittent wipers now!

[@boblister665]

I usually put a piece of masking tape where the wipers are on the glass before removing them so they go back in the same place. Some of the mini vans have wipers that will collide with each other if not in the right position.

[@times1yt]

Great diagnostic on the motor. 308K on a NY Honda...not bad

[@sweetmatthew662]

Ivan is the master of the "no parts required" fix!

[@bradbeck2601]

I love when I find a "theory of operation" section. Makes my life so much easier.

[@lenscap8925]

I thought you were going to speak Japanese when you said read the mechanics notes...LOL

[@tim1299]

I went through 3 replacement motors to get a 1 good one. I have learnt to always plug and play before I do a full install.

[@anderleof]

Have you "learnt" to spell?

[@SteelheadTed]

@@anderleof KZbin spellcheckers are the best.

[@terryharvey4811]

THAT'S OK, I CAN'T SPELLEN SHAT EUTHER.

[@tim1299]

@@anderleof Have you learnt to google search? learnt?

[@jimpie231]

Where did you get those units! Jim

[@schieder1]

Your ability to diagnose is 10/10. Hope someday I'll have your diagnostic abilities

[@hansgruber7680]

Eric, just replaced plugs on a 2016 outback 2.5, what a nightmare. Wanted to share my victory! Love the channel.

[@jameshardeman6590]

I’ve used a battery terminal removal tool on VW to pull those.

[@sabrekat7904]

Nice tip about the first movement being downwards if it not set correct,thanks for that one Eric

[@waiting4aliens]

You do your project like Eric O. You find the schematic on a site or beg one off a friend who works in the shop. Analyze it, develop the flow chart , stick to the plan, no short cuts and the work takes a lot less time than the research, is done right the first time without wasting time and money on guess work. . You live the maxim if I can't find the time to do it right the first time, how will I ever find the time to do it over. Thank you.

[@halleffect1]

last wiper job i had was a chevy colorado. took the motor apart and found the brushes were fine but a small amount of rust had locked the rotor in place. cleaned everything up and sealed the case with RTV, no more issues.

[@-mike9227]

Made myself one of those pocket sized mini “pry bars” the other day. Thx for the pro-tip LoL

[@JohnQLamb]

"We got the 10mm here, the only one left in existence" No, there's a planet made of them in a parallel universe.

[@robertheinkel6225]

I have found at least three 10mm sockets, just taking my daily walk.

[@gatekeeper65]

If you ran a metal detector around the yard by my driveway, I can guarantee you that half of everything you find will be 10 and 12 mm sockets.

[@luviskol]

They're up there with rocking horse droppings and socks in the drier

[@johndut1]

Brought back Bad memories of a wiper trans getting my finger

[@treyinok]

Hey! Now I want to see the truck with the screwed up front diff.!!! :😁😁😁😁😁

[@thinman8621]

Always enjoy a diagnostic. Thanks

[@dougkubash8673]

Ford service manuals - through Ford have 'Theory and Operation' I think it's called. It is a wealth of information. I have learned a lot by reading through it. Way to go Honda for having pretty much the same thing. I need all the help I can get! Good video!

[@michaelpatosa]

Superb Diag. and Fix. Love it SMA, Thanks for sharing

[@vivillager]

I know I should diagnose before firing a part cannon, but I just went though something similar. My personal truck, wipers quit, so I just bought a wiper motor, super cheap, brand new for $20. Swapped the motor, still didn't work. Starting running down the wires, had a bad ground. Brand new wiper motor for $20 worked for every bit of 10 seconds and quit. Had to put my old one back in, and now it works reliably.

[@jimgetz2898]

Thanks Eric., looking forward to Wednesday live. Great as always. 👍🏻🙏

[@for2utube]

Dang, over 500K subscribers. You started it because of a friendly/humorous conversation with your friends?

[@mrb1864]

good call on wiggling wiper arm see if bring i to life, I overlooked that and after tests at fuse and relay went poking around scuttle for next move and wipers almost slapped me in face when knocked the arm ...

[@kennymullins6886]

I found a bad abs wire by following your procedure thank you

[@chrissmithz314]

I know you've got about 11 videos left until you hit 1000.. But I'm thinkin that will call for somethin real special.. It has to be the most exciting video you've produced to date. You thinkin' what I'm thinkin?? TOOLBOX TOUR WOOP WOOP!!

[@Embermist69]

Not only does the wipers work now, we also know the horn still works. 😁

[@stevenelson8560]

I had a '93 F 150 wiper motor decide it had had enough, hitting it with a hammer gave a new lease on life, but not a long lease, I replaced once I got a nice day and time to do it.

[@Latarian_HoodRat]

Thank you! I hope you keep making videos for another 30 years.

[@CFCARREPAIRS]

Keep up the good work bro 💪

[@SouthMainAuto]

Thanks, will do!

[@dans_Learning_Curve]

Before you mentioned Ivan, I was going to say he'd do a *no parts required* repair! LoL 🤣 😆

[@floor_jack1441]

Keep going Eric, i learned a lot especially in the electrical field my friend's car was cooling fan always on at high speed we check the wiring diagram and we found that temperature sensor wire was broken we fixed it and all is done also he has vacuum switching valve issue we will check it by using active test using scan tool and see the control side of the ECM and see all this knowledge known by you, i'm very happy that i found you on youtube teachs how to read wiring diagram and isolate the problem, Thanks

[@rickslingerland58]

Could slice into that harness and poke wires. -remembers he’s recording- Which we probably won’t do.

[@kennethbrown6553]

Thanks for being so professionally through, very educational too!!! Great Job, Jesus is glorified through work like yours.

[@SouthMainAuto]

Thanks for watching

[@hnkfsh81]

Might have been smart time to check the wiper link joints for wear at that mileage.

[@xvxjimboxvx]

“We might have to turn the camera off and hit it with a hammer.”

[@williamsquires3070]

It’s not a “hammer”; it’s a “percussive maintenance tool”! 😏

[@TheKajunkat]

The guberment (namely NASA) called them "inertia transfer devices"

[@CFCARREPAIRS]

I agree 👍

[@wolfox2007]

Why not call them "inertia induction instruments"? Is like to see *anything* labeled III. ...*^.^*

[@stevemcrichards8768]

A persuasive device.

[@williamgagnonroadboxservice]

Thanks again Eric Love those wiring diagrams

[@slayerjohn447]

Similar scenario with my 1995 Grand Marquis. Wipers didn't want to work, could manipulate them a time or two back into working and they would work a while. Finally they died. Replaced the combination switch, had a few issues in the car, that switch made the most logical sense to replace first. No issues changed when it was solved. But for the wiper circuit, I could hear all the relays click when they would be commanded on. Bought a motor, figuring if the wiring is good up to the plug, the motor was the only cause. So tested the circuit with a brand new Dorman motor, and the motor came to life. Funny enough, the wipers had a "rest" position when turned on, they would rise up to a predetermined point and then would cycle from there. I knew how the wipers would run normally, motor comes on, transmission would move like a locomotive steam train. But how on this car did it manage to raise the wipers and run like normal? Two motors, one motor was the one that controlled the wipers, the others raised and lowered the transmission when commanded. I learned this when testing the new motor, I had nothing connected and observed how it operated. For the repair, about the same amount of effort is needed between this Honda and that Grand Marquis. Some hood seal, some of the cowl, wiper arms, and a plastic cover over the transmission with the wiper motor on the bottom of it. 30 minutes to just over an hour depending on how stubborn the car is.

[@fkyew]

Snap-On has a diagnostic tool that is a thing of beauty for sensitive electronics... A 32 oz. dead blow hammer... Just one tap will find the defective part. Plus it's great for winning most arguments!... And collecting on loans!.... Very versatile tool!.... Limited only by the imagination....

[@billscott7370]

Good job Eric. Your a genius on fixing the wipers

[@jon8xty1]

I am lucky that I have a garage near me with someone nearly as good as you.

[@stewartboucaud9919]

Eric your videos are great.

[@SouthMainAuto]

I appreciate that!

[@LadyAnuB]

The high-tech methodology used in this video, jiggle the wiper arm, bang on the wiper motor.

[@marknease1631]

Well done.....Stuntman taught you well.

[@nighthawkj30A4]

There was recall on these but it was only 03 models. Its was TSB on replacement of the motor or installation of plastic cover.

[@caravan1ify]

good thing the washer fluid motor works!

[@cassiuspuckett8789]

I don't like reading the service data, because they have all the answers. I like to do like I do on my computer keyboard. Hunt and peck !!!! LOL!!!! Great video Eric....

[@fanfan-tz2tk]

Nice professional way to diagnose and fix. Thanks for sharing

[@ryandavis930]

Eric you missed the honda dealership training session... We got 0.3 for wiper motor inspection. Removed hundreds of wiper motors, finally replaced one about a year ago...