'04 Accord: Strange clicking/ticking sound from dash area?
#1
[SOLVED] '04 Accord: What is this strange clicking/ticking sound from dash...
-----UPDATE: PROBLEM FOUND..... see LAST video, still need help pls! ------
Hi All, new to forum, but have been lurking...
My '04 Accord EX (135k mi) has a strange clicking/gurgling/bubbling sound coming from dash area, driver's side. It's weird, occurs at random, and sounds like its behind the speedo area.
Here's a video of it (sorry, the sound is low):
It's pretty pronounced sitting at a red light (prob cuz I can hear it more!) Anyone heard of/reported this before?
Hi All, new to forum, but have been lurking...
My '04 Accord EX (135k mi) has a strange clicking/gurgling/bubbling sound coming from dash area, driver's side. It's weird, occurs at random, and sounds like its behind the speedo area.
Here's a video of it (sorry, the sound is low):
It's pretty pronounced sitting at a red light (prob cuz I can hear it more!) Anyone heard of/reported this before?
Last edited by briggsrepair; 08-02-2013 at 07:41 AM.
#5
On my 03 MDX and other Honda products, a frequent problem is air mix motor cycling or hunting. It makes a cyclic rattling sound which may be your problem. See following link.
Rattling Center Dash (Heater A/C Air Mix Motor) - Acura MDX Forum : Acura MDX SUV Forums
good luck
Rattling Center Dash (Heater A/C Air Mix Motor) - Acura MDX Forum : Acura MDX SUV Forums
good luck
#6
On my 03 MDX and other Honda products, a frequent problem is air mix motor cycling or hunting. It makes a cyclic rattling sound which may be your problem. See following link.
Rattling Center Dash (Heater A/C Air Mix Motor) - Acura MDX Forum : Acura MDX SUV Forums
good luck
Rattling Center Dash (Heater A/C Air Mix Motor) - Acura MDX Forum : Acura MDX SUV Forums
good luck
When I do here this repeated "clicking/bubbling" sound, I notice I am able to make it recur/reappear when changing the temperature control setting (eg: 62-->72, etc.)
Anyone else have ideas?
#8
I found the problem! This is located driver's side, below right steering column area. Whenever I adjust the temp, this moves and then the clicking ensues. Turn up your volume, you'll see what I mean....
What is this part, and does anyone know the fix?
Thanks all!
What is this part, and does anyone know the fix?
Thanks all!
Last edited by briggsrepair; 08-02-2013 at 09:25 AM.
#9
That is Air Mix Control Motor. Fix is generally replacement. The problem may be grease in the motor movement obstructing the wiper/resistance contact strips, causing intermittent contact and the hunting action you see.
Some have managed to remove the motors, clean excess lube, and re-install. However it is easy to get the gear mesh alignment wrong and motor will not "mix" correctly. The links I earlier posted discuss these issues.
It doesn't look to difficult to replace, but shop manuals are notorious for ignoring interference issues that complicate under-dash repairs. Remove connector and 3 screws to release motor.
I would suggest purchasing an e-manual from automanualsource.com to obtain factory drawings and procedures.
good luck
Some have managed to remove the motors, clean excess lube, and re-install. However it is easy to get the gear mesh alignment wrong and motor will not "mix" correctly. The links I earlier posted discuss these issues.
It doesn't look to difficult to replace, but shop manuals are notorious for ignoring interference issues that complicate under-dash repairs. Remove connector and 3 screws to release motor.
I would suggest purchasing an e-manual from automanualsource.com to obtain factory drawings and procedures.
good luck
#10
That is Air Mix Control Motor. Fix is generally replacement. The problem may be grease in the motor movement obstructing the wiper/resistance contact strips, causing intermittent contact and the hunting action you see.
Some have managed to remove the motors, clean excess lube, and re-install. However it is easy to get the gear mesh alignment wrong and motor will not "mix" correctly. The links I earlier posted discuss these issues.
It doesn't look to difficult to replace, but shop manuals are notorious for ignoring interference issues that complicate under-dash repairs. Remove connector and 3 screws to release motor.
I would suggest purchasing an e-manual from automanualsource.com to obtain factory drawings and procedures.
good luck
Some have managed to remove the motors, clean excess lube, and re-install. However it is easy to get the gear mesh alignment wrong and motor will not "mix" correctly. The links I earlier posted discuss these issues.
It doesn't look to difficult to replace, but shop manuals are notorious for ignoring interference issues that complicate under-dash repairs. Remove connector and 3 screws to release motor.
I would suggest purchasing an e-manual from automanualsource.com to obtain factory drawings and procedures.
good luck
Thanks Texas!
1. Do you have a recommendation for where to buy the part from?
2. Do you how to locate the part # -- or would that be included in automanualsource?