Intermittent Simulation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2000 Honda Prelude, 2000 Honda Civic, and 2000 Honda CR-V. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

To reproduce conditions creating an intermittent problem, use following methods:

Lightly vibrate component.
Carefully heat component using a hair dryer.
Wiggle or bend wiring harness.
Spray component with water mist.
Remove/apply vacuum source.

Monitor circuit/component voltage or resistance while simulating intermittent problem. If engine is running, monitor for self-diagnostic codes. Use test results to identify a defective component or circuit.