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Here is a wierd one for you: On the way to work today, about 15 minutes into my drive, my 01 EX coupe starting smelling like burned electrical components/wiring from under the steering column. I even saw a little bit of smoke. The left-side of the top steering column cover was also warm to the touch.

Through searching, I found a few posts on a headlight wiring replacement recall. Do you guys thing that is the problem? I am the only owner of the car with 100k on it and have never taken it in to the stealer for any recalls.

 
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It would only happen if the headlights were on at the time. (low-beams) I think all of the 01s were affected. The column covers are very tough to remove without breaking the latches on the top cover. I would let the dealer do all the work.

 
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Ya, the low-beams were on at the time.

I'll call the dealer and have them check it out.

 
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I wouldnt continue to drive it like that...