Window Antenna Repair

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Honda Odyssey and 2005 Honda Odyssey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: To make an effective repair, the broken section must be no longer than one inch.

Lightly rub the area around the broken section (A) with fine steel wool, then clean it with alcohol.

Fig 1: Rubbing Around Broken Section With Fine Steel Wool
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Carefully mask above and below the broken portion of the window antenna wire (B) with cellophane tape (C).
Mix the silver conductive paint thoroughly. Using a small brush, apply a heavy coat of paint (A) extending about 1/8" on both sides of the break. Allow 30 minutes to dry.

Fig 2: Applying Heavy Coat Of Paint
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Check for continuity in the repaired wire.
Apply a second coat of paint in the same way. Let it dry 3 hours before removing the tape.