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Old Aug 31, 2003
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plastic on front windshield..

i looed around my car and i noticed that
the plastic thing on my front windshield where the wipers attached..u kno what im talking about?
it had to be completely flatly stuck to the windshield but mine isnt..
the left side of it has a lil gap from the glass..
what should i do?
my car is only 2weeks old..
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Old Sep 1, 2003
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Mine does that too. I just ignore it. If your car is only 2 weeks old, take it back to the dealer and complain. They'll take care of you.
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Old Sep 1, 2003
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It isn't a big deal. mine is warped too. Some of them will get like that for various reasons, sun, weather, etc. Don't worry
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Old Sep 3, 2003
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It's actually "normal" for our cars...I had mine replaced a long time ago. The new plastic piece was warped a little too...and they scratched my hood in the process of putting the new piece on.
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I too have this problem (2 week old car). It doesn't bother me as long as:
1. Water doesn't rot **** out in there.
2. They warp to the point where they are sticking up.
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Old Sep 9, 2003
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yeah its normal i got that too and other ****... the ruber thing on top by the windshield also warp gay though makes car look old!
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Post You may be able to replace under warranty.

The design of the lower plastic windshield molding does not have enough room to allow for heat expansion. Therefore when you park your car outside on a hot day, the expansion of the plastic resulted in warpage.

I have had this problem on my passenger side. By claiming it as a defect in material and workmanship (in non threatening tone), I was able to get it replaced under warranty. I now avoid parking in direct sunlight on hot days.
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but isnt it not good for 1month old new car to replace it? just curious..
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Why would it be not good to replace it just because the car is still new? If you feel the part in question is not performing as designed, you have the right to let Honda know and if required get it replaced.
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