Noisy temperature sensor in central console

[JoeSchmoe]

Hi,

Well, the dreaded "aspirator fan" in the central console temperature sensor has started humming.

According to the faq, you can blow it out with a can of computer duster stuff. I tried that last night and the fan is quite clean, but it still hums.

Any suggestions other than replace? I hate taking apart the dash, but would removing the fan and cleaning its backside help?

 

[Norm]

I have taken the console apart without too much difficulty and cleaned the aspirator with alcohol and cotton swabs. It works fine.

You might try a "tuner" cleaner from a stereo shop or Radio Shack before you take it apart. This type of cleaner is also a lubricant and may work better than just air. (Be careful not to spray too much, a couple of quick squirts should do it)

 

[DutchBlackNsx]

Very common problem.

The right cure is replacing it, but what i've read is that will cost a lot of $$$ (pretty weird for that peice though, lets call it NSX).

I took mine completely apart, just clean everything, and put some WD40 on the bras bearings (read 'holes').

Mine has been fine for a year now. No trouble since.

M. Plasmeijer
1993 Black/black 94K Km.

 

[JoeSchmoe]

Originally posted by DutchBlackNsx:
The right cure is replacing it, but what i've read is that will cost a lot of $$$

I just checked... the part costs $231.

I took mine completely apart, just clean everything, and put some WD40 on the bras bearings (read 'holes').

I guess I'll do that this weekend. If cleaning was sufficient, then I'll give it a go. Replacement seems a bit excessive at $231.


#$%@ACK... Ive taken the dash apart several times in the past to look for rattles... and I dreaded it every time

 

[ChopsJazz]

If you take on this project I would advise against the use of WD40 as a lubricant. "WD" stands for Water Displacement (formula 40). It was never intended to be used as an oil.

 

[SigEpUCI]

Wheres the faq NAZI when you need a link? Im too damn lazy to use the search!

I just noticed that sound last week, its is very annoying.

 

[FAQ Nazi]

Wheres the faq NAZI when you need a link?

This link?

http://www.nsxprime.com/FAQ/Troubleshooting/noise.htm

 

[JoeSchmoe]

Originally posted by FAQ Nazi:
Wheres the faq NAZI when you need a link?

This link?

http://www.nsxprime.com/FAQ/Troubleshooting/noise.htm

Man, FAQ Nazi is everywhere!

 

[SigEpUCI]

No soup for you! heheheh

 

[SigEpUCI]

Do you think that fan would be covered by an extended factory warranty?

 

[justin hall]

Originally posted by FAQ Nazi:
Wheres the faq NAZI when you need a link?

This link?

http://www.nsxprime.com/FAQ/Troubleshooting/noise.htm

I'm glad this caught on, I feel like a proud father....


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Justin
'98 NSX-T Blk/Blk
· Comptech headers / exhaust / airbox
· Dali Racing / Brembo big brake kit
· Koni adjustable suspension w/Comptech springs and sway bars
· Volk TE-37 17/18” wheels

 

[FAQ Nazi]

Thanks, Dad!

Now, can I please borrow the car?

 

[DutchBlackNsx]

Originally posted by ChopsJazz:
If you take on this project I would advise against the use of WD40 as a lubricant. "WD" stands for Water Displacement (formula 40). It was never intended to be used as an oil.

100% true, but i did try others i had around, without any result. WD40 did it for me.