Power window door fix for dc2/4

[thanh]

I was able to fix my broken window switch. It was really pricey for a used switch so I decided to bust it open to see if it can be fixed.

Also, my apologies in advance for lack of picture! I was not intending on doing a how-to. Just wanted to show you want I found. If you need a how-to, follow these instructions: https://honda-tech.com/forums/tech-misc ... r-2926112/

I opened it up and saw that there is no direct replacement switch. It was a special switch made specifically for this purpose by Omron. However, it looked really similar to their snap action switch! I took some measurements and hit up their catalog, I found a snap action switch that was VERY similar, in size and dimension.

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Upon further investigation, their SS line had the same color snap switch and same terminal and same behavior. Below is an example of a generic (I found these guys at work, as I was too impatient to wait for another switch) versus OEM. You can buy non-generic with right terminals here: https://www.digikey.com/product-detail/ ... 1-ND/59645

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I replaced the guts and BAM it worked!
Here's some tips:

• Must know how to solder

• Use a rework to remove the switch

• use solder wick to clean holes so switch slides right in

• make sure switch is held back on correctly, there's a pin that slides right through it and you need to flare the tip back in

• The spring is tricky, take a pic to understand how to put it back in

• Use flux! But use in well ventilated area

• do at your own risk and don't burn yourself

[coolhandluke]

Excellent work! This could be gold for the community as these cars age and Honda continues to discontinue parts.

[thanh]

Excellent work! This could be gold for the community as these cars age and Honda continues to discontinue parts.

Thanks! Hopefully, I can contribute more of things like this!

[coolhandluke]

Excellent work! This could be gold for the community as these cars age and Honda continues to discontinue parts.

Thanks! Hopefully, I can contribute more of things like this!

Keep it up! We plan to bring back community tech contribution awards.

[00-1065]

What about the passenger side switch? Did you find it in the catalog?

[thanh]

What about the passenger side switch? Did you find it in the catalog?

On the driver side, it's the same style switch. On the passenger side, I assume it's the same but didn't need to replace it. I doubt they are different as variation in mass production like that cost alot of money.

[00-1065]

What about the passenger side switch? Did you find it in the catalog?

On the driver side, it's the same style switch. On the passenger side, I assume it's the same but didn't need to replace it. I doubt they are different as variation in mass production like that cost alot of money.

Yes, the passenger switch on the driver's side. Thanks.

[NipsirC04]

Thanks for the info on this DIY! Had one of my co-workers order this for me since we have an account with the company. going to try this. Seems like an easier option than to buy a used switch online that may or may not work.