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Originally Posted by vasantmv They have suggested changing the ‘winder’ and the ‘master switch’.
My questions:
1. What is meant by ‘winder’ – is it a motor or some other part? |
Hi vasantmv,
'Winder' switch is the one used to select - activate left/right ORVM for adjustment. Since the dealer is recommending the replacement of 'master switch' as well, this means the entire control switch needs replacement, keeping the motor(s) of the either side intact.
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Originally Posted by vasantmv 2. Does this really require replacement or one or both parts or could there be a quicker and less expensive fix if sufficiently investigated? |
Look for a second opinion preferably from another Honda dealer service. My personal experience says that even within the same HASS, the analysis of boffins differ. Replacement is the easiest, safest bet and the most convenient way to sort out any problem for HASS. Not to mention it saves their time and gives them an opportunity to sell spares. Both the switches going bad simultaneously is something which raises my eyebrows.
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Originally Posted by vasantmv 3. The weather is very humid here in Mumbai, could that coupled with the complete non-use of the car for a month have caused moisture deposition, etc. leading to glass getting stuck, and may be this can be fixed by cleaning and lubrication? |
Do not think high humidity resulting in such issues unless direct water creeps in. Take a second opinion, may be the boffin at another HASS simply fixes it without replacement.
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Originally Posted by vasantmv 4. If one or both (winder and switch) parts need to be replaced, is it a good idea to get it replaced outside of the dealership since it may be cheaper to get it done outside with low risk given these parts are not critical to the running of the car?
Car purchased in Oct of 2010 and and is a petrol Jazz standard version. |
Yours being an Oct'10, is the rather lovely Jazz with many components having been sourced from Thailand. IMHO, showing it to any non-HASS guy isn't frugal from any angle. In the worst case if both the switches need replacement, let HASS do the job and do it right, for you'll have the piece of mind. Thanks
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Originally Posted by itzvicky201 Yes, faced it. AVN given in VX model is crappy. It needs a replacement. Am thinking of going ahead wit the new AVN given in Honda City/Privilege version Honda Jazz. Not sure, if it can be fit. |
Hi itzvicky201,
Sorry mate, but I do not think you can source the OEM Digipad ICE unit from Honda. Why? Simple, any replacement parts provided by Honda are strictly against the inventory of your car tracked by the VIN. That said, even if you tell them that you want a replacement ICE unit, you'll again be gifted with the same 'crappy' AVN.
IMO you are left with below options:
1. Check out the local market. There are certain people who'll buy a new car and the very next day have its OEM ICE exchanged with an aftermarket of their choice by paying a minor difference.
2. Look for any redundant/accidental car which is due scraping.
3. Go for an aftermarket similar product.
4. Live with it.
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Originally Posted by vasantmv - There is a slight rattling coming from some area below the steering column. Not sure to locate exact location.
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Well, last year(around Oct'16) I got some multiple rattles fixed. My Jazz was finally rattle-free and I was a happy man. But since the past month, one of the rattles has popped up again. It was fixed by HASS free of cost(under warranty) by replacing the thin OEM foam lining(between the windshield and the plastic cladding housing the wiper/washer nozzles) with a much better 3M foam. Will be taking her again to HASS this coming Saturday. Let's see what do they do now? Hope this isn't a recurring issue popping up every year of ownership.
This is the sample of 3M foam lining which was replaced.
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Originally Posted by sanchari The other biggest issue is the weak power on lower gears. If I slow down to 10 kmph due to potholes/humps etc, then I have to shift to 1st gear unless it downhill. In city driving, its a pain. |
Hi sanchari,
Agree completely with you. Suggest you have a quick read of my
ownership thread (1.5 years with my Honda Jazz V MT) on how to better deal with this.
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Originally Posted by Vivek-Bharathy i test drove a V variant as VX was not available for test drive.The Honda showrooms are also clever as they will not have the VX variant for test drive. if i had spotted this well before would have settled for V variant only. |
Hi Vivek-Bharathy,
In my case, it was the other way round. I got to test drive the VX trim since the V wasn't available for it was merely an hour and a half since the car was unveiled. But I finalized on the V because I was essentially looking for plush beige interiors and had to compromise on magic seats. I later felt myself being lucky for having chosen the V. Thanks.
Cheers,
Simmi